Frank Sonnenberg, Author at Frank Sonnenberg Online

When the subject of manners comes up, most people think about how to behave at the dinner table. Some behaviors that come to mind include chew with your mouth closed, refrain from reaching across the table, and leave your cell phone in another room. In addition, folks think about such niceties as saying please and… [Read More]

No Matter How You Feel…You’re Not Alone

By Frank Sonnenberg 2 Comments

Did you ever face a problem so monumental that you felt like the world was caving in on you? You had no control over the situation, no one to help you, and you thought you’d never dig yourself out of the hole. Feelings of anger, fear, and hopelessness came over you. And you just couldn’t… [Read More]

How to Gain the Ultimate Advantage in Life

By Frank Sonnenberg 4 Comments

What price does a leader pay for not having the trust and respect of his or her constituents? What does an employee lose by having a careless and unreliable reputation? And, what’s the downside of being a friend who’s known as a taker? The fact is that moral character can provide a significant advantage in… [Read More]

Good Friendships Are Priceless

By Frank Sonnenberg 4 Comments

How to Impress Everyone You Meet

By Frank Sonnenberg 6 Comments

Think of the people you idolize. Why do they impress you? Is it the possessions they’ve acquired, the power they’ve secured, or the fame they’re enjoying? Are you in awe of them because they’ve been able to achieve what most people can only dream about? On the other hand, when you put their accomplishments aside,… [Read More]

Be Careful What You Take For Granted

By Frank Sonnenberg 4 Comments

When was the last time you paused to acknowledge all the wonderful things in your life such as good health, a roof over your head, and people who love you? The fact is that most people are so busy chasing things they don’t have, that they fail to appreciate the things they do. Be careful… [Read More]

Are You Doing Your Fair Share?

By Frank Sonnenberg 2 Comments

Who contributes more to a household, the person who washes the dishes or the one who takes out the garbage? The person who cooks dinner or the one who does the laundry? The main breadwinner or the one who spends more time with the kids? If you think keeping score in any relationship is petty,… [Read More]