The simple secret to success — What would you consider better — talent or working hard? Either can take you far when used correctly, but how does one stack up against the other? Let’s find out. Talent You can have boatloads of talent and go far in life if you apply it correctly, but talent alone does…

Conquering challenges on your life journey — What do you do when you face an obstacle? Do you charge it head-on, allow it to stop you, or retreat? Let’s look at some of life’s obstacles and how to overcome them. Obstacles and life There is little question everyone faces obstacles in their time on this planet. They are so pervasive…

Do you know you may be a professional? — Are you a professional? There is a strong possibility you are, but what makes you one? Let’s look at this term and what it means to be a professional in your field. What makes someone a professional? For more than a century, the word professional would bring up the image of a clean-shaven man in…

Making better use of your time — Time not only flies, but do you realize it’s on autopilot much of the time? We often look back at the days, weeks, months, and years, wondering where they went. Since we spend so much of our lives on autopilot, what can we do to make the best use of…

How anticipation can help you live your best life — Do the words expectation and anticipation create good or bad feelings and memories? While the terms are similar, understanding their differences can help you move from being discouraged and disappointed to being pleased and happy. Read on to learn more about how one of these words can benefit your life…

No, you are not a doormat! — What does the word authority mean to you? Both your authority and that of others? You do realize you have tremendous authority, don’t you? Let’s see if we can shed more light on the subject of authority. If you are not aware of the authority you possess, you’re in for…

You can see what you want — Do you ever stop, quieten your mind, and reflect on your life? Few of us do until something serious happens, such as the death of a loved one. But why wait until then? Why not do it now? Imagine what you might gain by taking a few moments from your…

Four-ingredient recipe for the best career — Do you know how to say a great deal in a few words? Countless spoken and written examples exist. As a rule, the shorter they are, the greater their punch. If you guessed the quote, you are correct! …

The good in your pain — I will never forget the first time I heard the old exercise motto “no pain, no gain” back in the 80s. At the time, I was into weightlifting, and believe me, it is true! Let’s look at where this saying originated and how you can apply it in your life…