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Hi, it has been a few weeks and I thought I would share a few thoughts from Jim Rohn, a great motivational speaker. All change starts with you. To have more become more. People are attracted by the person you … Continue reading →

I was listening to Bob Burg talk about positive persuasion a few days ago. He shared a few reminders that we all need to keep on our radar screens during our sales interactions.  Major decisions are made emotionally, don’t interrupt … Continue reading →

Listening to one of my mentors, Darren Hardy, this morning and he suggested asking more questions. “Managers provide answers and Leaders ask questions,” said Darren. Need to ask, What do you suggest and why?

With all the negativity going around in politics today, I thought would share a bit about what Paul said to the Ephesians in the bible. “Get rid of all bitterness, rage, anger, harsh words, and slander, as well as all … Continue reading →

Quit playing mind games when communicating with customers, spouses, kids, colleagues and friends. Find the most generous explanation for each other’s behavior and believe it. This was from a talk shared by Clay Scroggins.

I just heard a talk from Gary Black at Southland Christian Church. He communicated the following observation, “Moral failure is almost always the cumulative product of small indulgences and tiny compromises.”

  The attached photo is of Caroline St. which is located in my hometown Fredericksburg, Virginia. Caroline St. leads right into the heart of tourist district and it was the starting point to a recent afternoon with a close friend. Although … Continue reading →

Do you know how your customer’s really feel? It takes courage to reach out proactively and ask for feedback. Using a third party will get you the objective and actionable feedback you need to keep your customers. Don’t be afraid!

From the series King of Hearts/Southland Christian Church- “Don’t wear the expectations of others. You are not made for that. Just be you, and let God handle the rest.” Gary Black.

I watched a video on ambition yesterday. Evan McLaughlin from Northpoint church shared, “Surrendered ambition is leveraged by God to create the best destination for you.” I am keeping this in mind this Wednesday as I experience the ups and … Continue reading →