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A friend recently asked me, “Whatever happened to such virtues as honesty, self discipline, non violence, self sufficiency, a good work ethic, respect for elders, aggrandizement of achievement, planning for the future, reverence for the family unit, civility toward others, respect for everyone else’s property, and, above all, the belief that every individual has a […]

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Someone told me the other day that he felt like a loser because he didn’t have any special talent. He was wrong. Everyone has a unique gift, often more than just one. If you don’t know what yours is, expand your mental paradigm and think about it long and hard. It’s there, but it’s up […]

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With so many activist organizations vying for attention today, it’s a good time to be vigilant and steadfastly refuse to relinquish your individuality. Don’t allow any class of people to refer to you as “one of us” just because they happen to have a particular characteristic in common with you, whether it be sex, skin […]

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Whenever you feel intimidated into going along with a new fad, a new idea that has gained wide acceptance, or the latest “in” thing, you are getting yourself into the dreaded conformity trap. When you do something just because “everybody else is doing it,” your action is motivated by the fear of standing apart from […]

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Your “personal infrastructure” consists of the virtues that make you who and what you are. The sum total of your virtues is what gives character to your soul. A strong personal infrastructure is the foundation for actions that lead to positive results. A weak personal infrastructure is the foundation for actions that lead to negative […]

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As we’re seeing more today than ever before, the one absolutely certain thing about life is that circumstances continually change. As a result, with the passage of time, it’s a good idea to periodically step back and review your progress, reevaluate what you’ve been doing, and make any necessary course corrections. Above all else, the […]

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Something for both employers and ambitious employees to think about … My father, who was the most customer-oriented businessman I’ve ever known, had two firm rules when it comes to the treatment of customers. First, when a customer walks in, stop whatever you’re doing and give him ALL your attention. Second, never argue with a […]

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“Just fake it till you make it” are perhaps the most damaging motivational words ever spoken, yet positive-mental-attitude gurus continue to urge their students to adhere to this childish philosophy. In real life, you cannot acquire a positive mental attitude simply by standing in front of a mirror and reciting self-energizing slogans, force-feeding your mind […]

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