Change makes us feel uncertain, uncomfortable, and sometimes frightened (especially big change). We’re creatures of habit and we like comfort, so most people either never make big changes, or put them off for years and years. While I certainly haven’t made all the changes…
You may have heard how it’s best to make time for the “important” things in life, rather than just doing the “urgent” all the time. Or, how it’s best to work “on” your business, rather than just “in” your business. I’m going to be…
I was recently reminded again that we place greater value on things that we pay for, rather than things that are free. Not only that, when we to pay for something, there’s a better chance for growth and a breakthrough. Paying to get 2014…
Claudia and I are in the process of going through Michael Hyatt’s Best Year Ever goal-setting program. (Great program, by the way!) One of the things Michael talked about in the program was, rather than having an elaborate strategic plan for exactly how we’re…
Here we are in 2014 already. It’s great to look back over the past year and review all that has taken place. It’s been a quite a ride. We had some unexpected and challenging twists and turns along the way! But looking back was…
Claudia and I love planning and setting goals this time of year. Together, we take a fresh look at what we’re doing and the direction we want to go. 2013 certainly has definitely had its ups and downs for us so we’re excited about…
Where are you going? Good question. I’ve been thinking about it a lot myself recently. Last year, we set our goals for the year and spent the first 6 months working hard towards them. Then we hit a major bump financially and all other…
I love legal pads. Yes, the bulky, yellow pads of paper which, in the age of smartphones and tablets, seem pretty unsexy and old fashioned. Don’t get me wrong, I love technology too. But technology is only a tool, and it is not the best tool…
Sometimes it’s extremely hard to not let the important things in life get crowded out by the urgent things. Let me explain. You see, urgent things are things like email, paperwork, phone calls, social media, busy work, etc. Important things are the real meat of your…
You can’t save anyone if you can’t breathe. Think about it. Ever wonder why the flight attendant tells you to put your oxygen mask on first? It’s because you can’t save anyone if you can’t breathe. It makes sense. You’re not much good to anyone…
