Author Archives: directimpact

Just finished watching another helpful video from Darren Hardy this morning. He has interviewed thousands of successful business people over his career. Some he could relate and others he could not. The takeaway was to focus on the methods different … Continue reading →

Just received an email from a colleague who shared his appreciation for our friendship. It touched my heart! This note motivated me to continue looking for ways to encourage others as they walk through this life on earth. Pay it … Continue reading →

As we head into Christmas week, I can’t help to think about how grateful I am to have the hope of Jesus in my heart. It all started in a dirty manger with very little fanfare. It ended with a … Continue reading →

Just watched a video from Darren Daily. He talked about setting clear expectations that will manifest in your life. I need to keep this in mind, especially in sales. Setting clear qualifying questions and goals before each call. In addition, … Continue reading →

I was reading the parable of the Good Samaritan the other day and came upon an interesting commentary. The story isn’t really centered on Who is my neighbor but rather to Be A Neighbor. I need to be aware and … Continue reading →

Listening to a podcast by Jeb Blount yesterday. He communicated that one of the most important sales skills is to ask for the demo, appointment, sale etc. Many salespeople skirt around the issue and are not direct. I need to … Continue reading →

The day after Thanksgiving is always a period of reflection and conflict for me. Thanksgiving we give thanks for all the big and seemingly little things in our lives. Most often it is the little things and family that make … Continue reading →

Just finished another study on the prodigal son story in the bible. I always thought the story was focused on the prodigal son or his brother who did everything right. The study pointed out the focus is really on God’s … Continue reading →

“Don’t ask what the world needs. Ask what makes you come alive, and go do it. Because what the world needs is people who have come alive.” Theologian Howard Thurman.

“There is a crack in everything and everyone, that’s how the light gets in.” From the book, The Gifts of Imperfection, by Brene Brown.