One of the first things we learn as children is the difference between right and wrong (the punishment being the time-out chair). Yet as we grow up, we too easily forget the simple lessons that we learned in kindergarten, and the line between acceptable and unacceptable behavior gets blurred. This contributes to a decline in… [Read More]
Seeing the World Through Rose-Colored Glasses
In the world in which we live, we’re bombarded almost daily with media reports riddled with scandals about our “heroes” in sports, government, business, and the arts. No wonder we’ve become jaded. This unprincipled behavior has tainted our perception of people and colored our view of the world. We’ve become cautious of people’s intent, distrustful of… [Read More]
The Winner’s Edge
Why do some people win in life, even though they may not have the most knowledge, greatest skill, best experience, or be the most talented? Can it all be chalked up to luck, or do winners have that “extra something”? The fact is that some people hurt their odds of winning before the game of… [Read More]
Food For Thought
Food For Thought
Food For Thought: 30 Ideas for the New Year
Food For Thought: 30 Ideas for the New Year It’s better to bite your tongue than eat your words. Some people grow old before they age. Weighing yourself often doesn’t make you lose weight. A great reputation is earned everyday. When kids are ready to talk, be ready to listen. For many people, tomorrow is… [Read More]
Trust Me: 55 Ways to Build Trust and Credibility
55 Ways to Build Trust and Credibility
It’s Time to Sweat the Big Stuff
“My pancakes. I can’t believe they’re cold!” “Hey, idiot, watch where you’re going. You cut me off.” “If those kids don’t turn down the music, I’m going to let them have it!” “I can’t believe I’m waiting at home again for the repairman.” Do you get soooooooo sidetracked by minutiae that you don’t have the… [Read More]
28 More Ways to Build Trust and Credibility
(This blog is a continuation from “27 Ways to Build Trust and Credibility” posted on October 12, 2010.) Whether you’re a teacher earning the respect of your students, a politician persuading constituents on the issue of the day, a salesperson pursuing the trust of a customer, or an employee building credibility among peers . …. [Read More]