Whenever I ask someone what is stopping them from doing or going after something that is important to them — pursuing a big dream, starting a new business, writing a book, getting fit, traveling abroad — I usually get the same response: “I don’t have enough time.” This is often followed by the second most…
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Recently, I made a proposal to my employer for a new program that could potentially reap huge rewards long term. I was very excited. I did a ton of research, consulted with industry experts, assembled the appropriate documentation, crafted a solid pitch, and set the meeting. I told a lot of people about my plan….
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I registered my car today, which involved an emissions test from my local state inspection station. For the past few years this station has occupied a high-traffic corner in town. Business was booming. Then, several months ago, they moved to a much less desirable location. A few months later, their old building was plowed under…
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Paying attention is such a common phrase that we rarely stop to consider the financial impact of its meaning. In business there are many ways we pay people: with our money, our loyalty, our repeat business. But our most valuable resource is, without doubt, our time. Once it’s gone, it’s gone forever. Indeed, time and…
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In addition to my own thoughts and findings, I like to share the best the world has to offer in contemporary and ancient wisdom. Anything that will help you (and me) design and live a more creative, happy and fulfilling life. Today I’d like to share a simple, yet powerful, principle I learned from Rory…
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