Some people find commitments terrifying. They go right up to the edge of the water but are afraid of taking the plunge. They feel that once they make a commitment, they’re bound by it. Other folks make commitments at the drop of a hat. In their eyes, broken promises and commitments are routine. In fact,… [Read More]
Some Folks Think They’re Always Right
Some folks think they’re always right. They’re first to offer an idea, first to give their opinion, and first to provide their recommendation. For whatever reason, they have an insatiable need to prove they’re smarter, convince you they’re better, and reassure you that they’re never wrong. Right? Your ego should not equal more than one-half… [Read More]
30 Powerful Questions Only You Can Answer
Your habits are probably so ingrained that you rarely think about your behavior — or the choices that you make. How’s that working for you? The truth is that choices are easy. The tough part is living with them. This is a test to help you determine whether you’re on track or veering off course…. [Read More]
In a World of Bad Behavior, a Call for Personal Accountability
To My Readers: I’m honored to republish, with permission, an article by Rodger Dean Duncan that first appeared in Forbes January 26, 2021. In it, he interviewed me about personal accountability. — Frank Sonnenberg In a World of Bad Behavior, A Call for Personal Accountability By Rodger Dean Duncan PhD with Frank Sonnenberg When I was… [Read More]
Let Me Give It to You Straight
Why do people beat around the bush, bend the truth, or misrepresent the facts? Why don’t they tell it like it is? Are they trying to hide something or to pull a fast one? Or are they afraid of how others may react if they tell it to them straight? In any case, I don’t… [Read More]
25 Common Sales Mistakes to Avoid
Looking to increase your sales effectiveness? It doesn’t matter whether you’re selling a product or a service, if you want to grow your business, here are 25 common sales mistakes to avoid. Too dependent on one customer. How much of your sales volume is concentrated in one customer? If you place all your eggs in… [Read More]
A Sorry Apology Can Add Insult to Injury
Is Morality a Thing of the Past?
In the good old days, people embraced values such as hard work, playing by the rules, and living with honor and integrity. Do parents still pass those values on to their kids or are they too busy to parent? Do leaders still notice how they’re influencing their followers or are they too self-absorbed to even… [Read More]
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