One of the major reasons most of us focus on the shortcomings or problems of others is to avoid looking at ourselves. – Richard Carlson
It seems like some people are born with a productivity gene and others aren’t. I doubt there’s an actual gene at play here, but since
At the end of the day, you can feel at least three ways. Indifferent, worn out, or excited. What led to those feelings? Was it
As I sat their watching people pass by I was struck by how the history of decisions brought each person there at that moment. Yet,
We’d rather watch an action movie or any movie for that matter than actually take action ourselves. Why is that? Is it because it’s safer?
We’d rather watch an action movie or any movie for that matter than actually take action ourselves. Why is that? Is it because it’s safer?
How do you see your life? Do you tend to focus on the negative aspects? Do you look for and highlight the moments you classify
Purpose means you being you. What unique ability do you have that you find fun, easy, and energizing? Other people probably tell you that you
What do we lose out on as a society because we accept the status quo? What if we questioned the answers more? What if we
As I was unloading the dishwasher this morning I was reminded about the value of perspective. I place the silverware basket on the counter above
“Advances are made by answering questions. Discoveries are made by questioning answers.” – Bernard Haisch Hmm. Read that again. Let it sink in. Think about
Have you defined what success means for you? I’m serious, have you taken the time to really define what success is for you? If you
I was reading to my daughter from the Berenstain Bears book, “Dollars and Sense”. The story was about Mama and Papa bear giving the Cubs
Your body can change your mind, and your mind can change your behavior. Your behavior can create new outcomes. This is a powerful concept that
Descending the stairs I encountered a pair of muddy boots by the front door that belonged to a three-year-old. I decided to step out on
My wife sent me an email about duck decoys that she thought was interesting. I had no idea that duck decoys could sell for hundreds
Waiting for Motivation? You haven’t fallen into the trap of waiting around for motivation to propel you to your dreams have you? There are lots
I’ve come to realize one thing that has led to a lot of frustration in my life has been setting goals. I know there’s a
Stop and think about this statement. What we have is often a reflection of how we view the world. It’s the concept of how the
“Try honestly to see things from the other persons point of view.” – Dale Carnegie It’s easy in the busyness of life for you and
I don’t know Have you ever run into a situation where you didn’t know the answer? Of course you have; we all have. The power
The Number One Secret I believe the number one secret to dealing with a narcissist is empathy. Why? Because it will change how you relate
The Story is Told The story is told of a day when Sherlock Holmes and his assistant Watson, went camping. Sometime in the middle of
Leaders are Not Born Vince Lombardi the great NFL Green Bay Packers head coach of the 1960’s said, “Leaders are made, they are not born.
It’s a Journey In our culture, we tend to worship success and achievement, but what I believe most people fail to realize is that success
Being busy doesn’t equal creating value. It’s easy to be busy. Maybe we stay busy to avoid the hard thing. Maybe we’re tired and can’t
I’m currently rereading the chapter on persistence in Napoleon Hill’s book, Think & Grow Rich. It’s got me thinking again about the difference between those
Extraordinary Steve Jobs was an extraordinary innovator who was able to leave a dent in the universe. Below you will discover seven lessons from his
It’s what you are on the inside that colors what you see out there. So if you don’t like what you see out there,
In the Genes? It seems like some people are born with a productivity gene and others aren’t. I doubt there’s an actual gene at play
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