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Category: Self-Improvement
The path from vision to reality
“Vision without action is a daydream. Action without vision is merely passing the time.”
– Joel Barker
Extensive studies have shown that less than 5% of people write out and achieve their goals in life. To turn a dream into reality requires a certain “Vision to reality” flow. Read More…
We gain respect when we respect other’s time
Last month I had an appointment scheduled for some dental work. I made the appointment two weeks out, and I did not plan well. I realized that I had an earlier event, and it was likely that the time involved for that meeting would be more than I thought. I would be at risk of being late for the appointment.Read More…
Full, undivided attention strengthens trust
The most successful people I know are excellent at managing relationships. Everything they do is intended to strengthen trust and better serve their client’s needs. With all this in mind, I have a recommendation for you: STOP LOOKING AT YOUR PHONE!Read More…
The payoff of “keeping our cool”
“If you can keep your head about you when all are losing theirs…” – Rudyard Kipling
It is so easy to react quickly when we are wronged or offended.
Many years ago, I remember reading a story in “Bits and Pieces’ about Robert Johnson, founder of Ebony Magazine. It took place in the mid-50’s, and Mr. Johnson wanted to start his publication. He needed financing, and the first bank he went to turned him down. As politely as he could say it, the loan officer informed Mr. Johnson that they did not loan money to people of color. Instead of becoming defensive, Mr. Johnson came back with a question: Read More…
Were you meant to be an “intrapreneur”?
A few years back there was a commercial that involved a teacher instructing her young pupil how to draw. She said, “Stay between the lines because the lines are our friends”. If you are a “stay between the lines” person, then this piece is not for you. I a only writing for the free-spirited mavericks who challenge the status quo and love to lead change. If this is you, I have 10 super-gold nuggets for you. They were given to me years ago by a beloved mentor of mine – Bob Blazier. Read More…