Boredom provides one of the greatest opportunities in life. Philosopher Søren Kierkegaard described boredom as one of the greatest change-agents known to man, not because we are attracted to it, but because we are repulsed by it. And therein lies your opportunity. Find the most sleepy little corner around you and breathe life into it. … Continue reading
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One more time
Most people do not fail for a lack of trying; they fail for a lack of trying one more time. The ONE THING for today: Make this your daily mantra – “I can always quit tomorrow, but not today.” Continue reading
You don’t have to grow today
One of the worse things you can do is to be obsessed with the bottom line today. Whether you are a corporate leader trying to hit your numbers or a pastor trying to grow your worship attendance or a dieter trying to lose five pounds, or a dozen other situations…hitting your number today is great … Continue reading
When a boy is born
Profound are the words of one young dad when he first held his newborn son and looked into his eyes… In reflecting back on that pivotal moment, the new dad remarked, “When my boy was born, a little of the boy in me had to die.” The cost of success and advancement in any sphere … Continue reading
Am I making a difference?
Recently I asked a friend what his greatest need was. He responded, “To feel like I am accomplishing something.” Boy, been there, done that! Have you? Yesterday I read this quote from Harold Myra & Marshall Shelley’s book: The Leadership Secrets of Billy Graham: “Sometimes bringing hope to a dispirited group is the most important … Continue reading
Today could be different
The way to see things grow, improve and get better is to do something different. Grit, determination, and working harder are good, but they will not improve a thing unless you do something different. Because you demonstrate tenacity and persistence will not matter if you do not do something different. You don’t have to blow … Continue reading
Beyond fear
Your success is beyond the border of fear. Like breaking the sound barrier, you will never truly succeed in life until you’ve turn your back on living safe and step into the unknown. The ONE THING for today: I’m not saying it is easy, I’m saying naming your fears and pushing through them is what … Continue reading
