We are in a series discussing and learning from the best-selling book, The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results, written by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan. For your convenience, all articles in this series can be found by clicking here. ____________________________________________ The authors very effectively explain and use the analogy of “the domino effect” to describe the …
Ask any dedicated parent to describe the energy and enormous long-term commitment necessary to properly “bring up a family.” Without question, being a good and dedicated parent is one of the greatest commitments, one of the greatest responsibilities, and ultimately one of the greatest joys available to mankind. I salute women and men around the world who have, in many respects, given the very best of their lives in order to “bring up a family!”
...I love good music, and as a musician myself (I taught classical and flamenco guitar for several years), I have a deep respect and admiration for true musical talent and ability. I have been privileged to enjoy countless excellent concerts and symphonies over the years, and I am always so fascinated by all that …
We are in a series discussing and learning from the best-selling book, The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results, written by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan. For your convenience, all articles in this series can be found by clicking here. ____________________________________________ Early in the book the authors describe the “absolute” best strategy for succeeding and achieving what you …
Traveling and photographing America the Beautiful puts a song in my heart and a smile on my face! Visit my photo gallery to see some of my pictures from America the Beautiful.
...You are getting older. Like it or not, you and I are getting older every single day! Whether you’re still in your youth, middle aged, or enjoying your golden years, there’s no escaping the subtle but steady reality of aging. When we’re young, we tend not to worry about aging. In fact, we …
We are in a series discussing and learning from the best-selling book, The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results, written by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan. For your convenience, all articles in this series can be found by clicking here. ____________________________________________ Author Gary Keller relates a true story, from one point in his career, of stepping down …
When I was a youngster, a lady in our small church used to stand up and “testify.” She always ended her testimony by saying, “I’m just gonna keep on a keepin’ on!” That lady had very little formal education and had virtually no material wealth. She lived in the poorest section of my little town and did not even have running water in the run-down little shack she called home. But that lady understood a crucial principle of life: To keep our balance, we must keep moving. As for me, “I’m just gonna keep on a keepin’ on!”
...In case you haven’t noticed, life doesn’t always go according to plan. Even the most carefully planned strategies and very best intentions get derailed by the unexpected and the unavoidable. It’s not just the big things, like career paths and families, that don’t always turn out the way we’d envisioned; we frequently get …
We are in a series discussing and learning from the best-selling book, The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results, written by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan. ____________________________________________ The first chapter starts with a simple yet powerful quotation from Josh Billings: “Be like a postage stamp – stick to one thing until you get there!” …
What are you putting off until another day or another year? My advice: DO IT NOW. You may not have another day or another year. Today is your day! Live it now, to the fullest!
...I am an admitted news-junkie, avid-reader, and life-long-learner. I consume hours of news stories and dozens of articles every day, and I love it. I enjoy being informed, knowing what’s going on in the world, and – most importantly – learning new things. I also have a lot of other things I want …
Welcome to our newest series of articles focused on a best-selling, high-impact leadership book. The featured book for this series is titled The ONE Thing: The Surprisingly Simple Truth Behind Extraordinary Results, written by Gary Keller and Jay Papasan. If you study and apply the concepts, principles and truths within this book, you will experience a significant and …
Last year the world lost a remarkable man, talented speaker, and incredible teacher. Though several months have gone by since Zig Ziglar passed away, I still frequently reflect on the awesome legacy he left behind, and hardly a day goes by when one of his quotes or some of his advice doesn’t pass through my …