Some of my favorite Quotes
"Everything rises and falls on leadership." John Maxwell
"We grow great by dreams. All great men are dreamers." Woodrow Wilson (no relation)
"You must be the change you wish to see in the world." Mohatma Gandhi

Thursday, October 20, 2011

Why Most People Don't Change and How They Can


Most of us I think would agree that people can change for the better.  This is indeed a fact, and there are so many examples around to show it’s true, it's futile to argue this fact.  For some reason however, most people don’t change for the better, even if they say they want to, but why? What’s holding them back? 

Sunday, September 11, 2011

Excellence Demands Sacrifice


What does it take to excel?  Pick your field, the requirements are the same.  For one thing, it takes a willingness to stretch yourself.  It also takes commitment.  In any field, if we want to excel, we need to be ready to step outside of our comfort zone.  We may have to leave pookie in the sandbox and move on.  Anyone can be mediocre, no commitment or sacrifice required.  Excellence in any field demands sacrifice.  Much of the sacrifice required is a personal sacrifice that most individuals aren’t willing to commit to.  Why doesn’t everyone strive for excellence?  Much is written about just that.