Trust and Integrity Archives

Money is a funny thing. Some people view it as a measure of their self-worth, while others view money as a necessary evil. For some people, money is a blessing, while for others, it’s a curse. The key is to keep a healthy view of money. Is money a blessing or a curse for you?… [Read More]

Get BOOKSMART: Hundreds of real-world lessons for success and happiness

By Frank Sonnenberg 4 Comments

Get BOOKSMART: Hundreds of real-world lessons for success and happiness It gives me great pleasure to introduce my new book — BOOKSMART: Hundreds of real-world lessons for success and happiness. It’s the product of a great deal of care and reflection and has been a year and a half in the making. About BOOKSMART What… [Read More]

15 Ways to Pass Your Values On to Your Kids

By Frank Sonnenberg 6 Comments

When kids are young, they’re totally dependent on their parents. But as they grow older, their peers and their surroundings exert a greater influence on them. How does that make you feel? Are you passing your values on to your kids? Are you comfortable with the impact that tough kids on the block, trash-talking athletes,… [Read More]

9 Barriers to Effective Communication

By Frank Sonnenberg 6 Comments

Did you ever spend time with someone and feel as though they weren’t there? You may have occupied the same room, but you just didn’t connect. Whether this is an isolated occurrence or the hallmark of that relationship, it could be a warning sign of trouble ahead. Unfortunately, broken relationships don’t happen in a vacuum. Many… [Read More]

A Political Candidate I Could Vote For (Share If You Agree)

By Frank Sonnenberg 4 Comments

My Candidate Would… Put the country first. Do what’s right. Period. Be fair. Tell it like it is. Be compassionate. Find areas of common ground. Make tough decisions. Follow the law of the land. Keep their promises. Fix more problems than they create. Award contracts based on qualifications. Remain accountable. Honor tradition. Stop “gotcha” politics…. [Read More]