I Am Thankful…
For the teenager who is complaining about doing dishes– Because that means he is at home not on the streets. For the taxes that I pay– Because it means I am employed. For the mess to clean after a party– … Continue reading →
Tag Archives: Career and Work
Seeing the Big Picture
“Many of us seem to have an endless to-do list. But does all that rushing around stop us from seeing the big picture? Taking a moment to step back from our day-to-day schedules can help us simplify our lives… and … Continue reading →
Don’t Follow Limited Visions
“Many people deny themselves the pleasure of living life to the fullest because they follow limited visions. They dream modest dreams, so they compile modest achievements. The limiting factor is not their capacity to achieve, but their willingness to believe … Continue reading →
Productive Failure or Unproductive Success?
“Uncommon Sense says that a productive failure is better than a non productive success. A productive failure is a failure that, upon analysis, teaches us something that can lead to future success. Non-productive success is success that we achieve but … Continue reading →
Moments of Quiet are Critical
“Moments of quiet are critical. After focusing intently on a project or problem, the brain needs to fully disengage and relax to be creative. Only after a break can you have a breakthrough.” – Whitney Johnson
Continue reading →Attitudes and Actions
“Leadership is practiced not so much in words as in attitudes and actions.” – Harold S. Geneen
Continue reading →Stand Up When You’re On the Phone
“Stand up when you’re on the phone. A USC study found that your brain’s information processing speed increases 5 to 20 percent when you’re standing. Think you may look a little goofy standing around? You’d be in good company. Thomas … Continue reading →
Don’t Forget How to Live
“Don’t be so busy making a living that you forget how to live. Work hard to be successful, but enjoy the journey.” – David Cottrell
Continue reading →Simplify and Focus
“I’ve been studying and working with extraordinary organizations and top-performing individuals for over 30 years. The most common and powerful factor in all of their successes has been the ability to simplify and focus. The two go hand-in-hand, because in … Continue reading →
Living Free with No Loose Ends
“If you see to it each day that your conduct is impeccable, the following day will be completely clear, and you will be free to carry out your plans, always vigilant that you leave no loose ends. In this way, … Continue reading →