When suggesting that shifting one’s focus from getting to giving is not only a nice way to live life and conduct business but a financially profitable way, as well, my The Go-Giver coauthor, John David Mann and I are often asked if that simply means we believe in “giving to get.” Our answer is, not…
When involved in a difficult situation with someone where you either feel you’ve been wronged, or simply want to make a persuasive point, what’s the best way to go about it? Is there a way to phrase your message that will make them less defensive and more prone to understanding and accepting your viewpoint? There sure is,…
In the last “Book Suggestion” we looked at the myth of natural, or inborn talent. This book is another great read. And, it’s lessons on leadership were not only inspiring but came from an angle I would never have expected; wisdom from an orchestra conductor. Its title is… MAESTRO: A Surprising Story About Leading By Listening…
The saying, “Don’t reinvent the wheel” is so well-known it has become almost proverbial. Yet, I constantly see people trying to “reinvent wheels” and it often works to their detriment rather than to their advantage. Please don’t misunderstand. Never would I suggest not being creative and trying new things. As human beings, we are, by our…
In his very first season as a head coach, he took a losing team and immediately turned them into a winner. Speaking of winning, he coached his teams to a mind-boggling total 664 victories in 27 seasons, including 10 NCAA National Championships. Within this period were 88 straight wins and four perfect 30-0 seasons. Yet,…
I have two books I feel absolutely compelled to suggest you read; first, because they are simply great reads. Secondly, if the topics themselves interest you, you’ll find the knowledge and wisdom contained to be extremely beneficial to you. Today, we’ll look at… Talent Is Overrated: What Really Separates World-Class Performers from Everybody Else by…
Over Part One and Part Two we’ve seen that taking personal responsibility does not mean one has to – or that one even can – do it alone and still be successful. At least not financially successful. And, nowhere does this hold more true than in a Capitalistic society. It’s difficult to even imagine that…
In Part One we looked at two “seemingly” opposing statements, “If it is to be, it is up to me” and, “Nobody does it alone” and saw how – though somewhat paradoxical sounding – they actually fit together quite nicely. Not surprisingly, everyone who wrote in agreed. It’s rather self-evident that, yes, we need to embrace personal…
I remember listening to a very famous speaker at a conference who, partway through his presentation, looked out at his audience and authoritatively declared, “If it is to be, It Is up to me.” The audience applauded at that statement highlighting the importance of personal responsibility. During the very next session, an equally famous speaker…
Now that we’ve explored the difference between “Responding and Reacting” and how it applies in real-life situations, let’s look at how mastering the trait of, what I call, “Response Consciousness” can result in a significantly more joyful and less stressful life. Short-term, you’ll find yourself much more comfortable and relaxed knowing that you can handle…
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