A good plan today is better than a perfect plan tomorrow. George S. Patton 1885 – 1945 A few years ago, there was a feel-good show called Leverage, in which former criminals used their unique skills to help people in need. In the pilot episode, things start going wrong on a job and the … [ Continue Reading ]
I will act now. Success will not wait. This is the time. This is the place. I am the person. Og Mandino 1923 – 1996 Have you ever been caught in the “when, then” trap? In case you’re not sure what I mean, let me give you an example from … [ Continue Reading ]
Without a purpose, nothing should be done. Marcus Aurelius 121 – 180 My work involves helping people achieve their goals. I want to share an exercise I sometimes use with the people I coach: I simply ask them what they have planned the next day. Most of the time, this … [ Continue Reading ]
It is thrifty to prepare today for the wants of tomorrow. Aesop Fl. C. 550 B.C. Take a moment and think about your life. Are you getting all the things you want? If you’re like most people, the answer is no. There are probably some material things you’d like. Or … [ Continue Reading ]
A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single step. Lao-tzu c. 604 – c. 531 B.C. The Great Pyramid was built roughly 4,500 years ago and is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. I’ve never been to Egypt to see it, but I’ve heard it … [ Continue Reading ]
The key is not to prioritize what’s on your schedule, but to schedule your priorities. Stephen Covey 1932 – In our first lesson for increasing your success, we discussed the two components of step one: getting specific about what you want, and using mental contrasting to link your goal with the actions … [ Continue Reading ]
Our plans miscarry because they have no aim. When a man does not know what harbor he is making for, no wind is the right wind. Seneca 4 B.C. – 65 A.D. If you’re like most people, you have lots of intentions to improve your life. At this time of … [ Continue Reading ]
It is the easiest thing in the world for a man to deceive himself. Benjamin Franklin 1706 – 1790 Benjamin Franklin was one of America’s most influential and successful citizens. He recognized the need for self-mastery and actually mapped out a plan to achieve it. He identified thirteen areas of … [ Continue Reading ]
Be always at war with your vices, at peace with your neighbors, and let each New Year find you a better man. Benjamin Franklin 1706 – 1790 A few days from now, we’ll celebrate the start of a New Year, and many of us will resolve to improve our lives. … [ Continue Reading ]