I have to learn to let it go. Everything is not mine to fix. Everyone is not my job to correct. Living out a life founded on accountability but shielded from guilt starts with me learning how to let go of the need to control it all. No matter how hard I try, I will…
Maybe you answered the call but at some point gave up. You started down the road but decided to retire or settle, and at some point you let go. You settled for good when you were called to greatness.” – Jeff Goins I read the words in a book as the song “I Can Only…
Think before you speak because the words you wield cannot be taken back. The words you send into the world will turn into action – either as a weapon or as a shelter. THINK: Is it True? Is it Helpful? Is it Inspiring? Is it Necessary? Is it Kind?” The concept of thinking had been…
I am not unique. Before you come at me with pitchforks and torches, let me explain. There is no person on earth like me (and I know there are many that know me that sigh with relief with that declaration). The person that is me is unique. My message of hope and encouragement – as…
Getting beyond emotions requires purposeful choices. Emotions drive actions and sometimes that leaves me in a ditch. Emotions can fuel powerful words that ignite emotions in others. Emotions can have a positive side, but they can also have a dark side. I have to find the balance if I am going to keep emotions from…
…I have set before you life and death, blessing and cursing: therefore choose life, that both thou and thy seed may live.” – Deuteronomy 30:19 What is the wisest thing for me to do – physically, spiritually, relationally, and professionally? The question was posed to me in Sunday school class through a study by Andy…
Thoughts on how to grow up success in all aspects of your life Posted on the top of my screen are the two commandments of marketing and sales – and really the best advice you will ever get about life. 1. Create lasting connections (relationships) with people. 2. Focus on being relentlessly helpful. Getting these…
Does Fear or HOPE Drive Your Journey? “We don’t call each other names.” I reprimanded my son. This simple idea holds a high place in our family rules – second only to “do not hit your brother in any shape, form or fashion.” My son looked at me for a moment and then asked a…
Finding the Ways for Going Boldly into the Unknown The unknown can be a scary place – even when that unknown only exists in cyber space (or my mind). Fear does not have to based in the real or even be related to real to be a powerful hindrance. The last year has been a…
Measuring success keeps you moving in the right direction. Knowing where you are going helps direct your choices. Reviewing your journey provides opportunity for correction of that direction. It helps to measure the results of my actions to determine the value of the continuation down that road. I have to know, see, understand, and adjust….