Author Archives: directimpact

This week I started reading the 7 Habits of Effective People by Steven Covey. This is my second time around on this one. Here’s a piece that caught my attention: “It’s only the unsatisfied need that motivates. Next to physical … Continue reading →

Words help people or hurt people. Words kill and Words give life! I am working to be more kind and encouraging each day. There is not greater feeling than get outside of myself and lift somebody else up!

I was listening to a popular sales guru- Jeffrey Gitomer. He was sharing that if you tell others you are a great salesperson- you are bragging. If your customers say the same thing about you- then this is proof. Same … Continue reading →

I recently watched a video from Darren Hardy. He communicated that if you really want to reach a goal, set up a painful consequence if you don’t reach it. I am going to try and put this into practice. For … Continue reading →

Being present and paying attention during conversations is becoming more and more challenging in this digital age. To let people know they have my full attention, I turn off my phone right in front of them. You will make them … Continue reading →

There are so many distractions these days especially if you work from home. I have to set clear boundaries both physically and mentally. On the mental side, I have to set aside specific periods of time to focus on just … Continue reading →

I am trying to see the best in people these days. I read a study recently. The people who dislike the most people are the most disliked. On the other side, the people who like the most people are the … Continue reading →

I had a couple thoughts as I start going through the testing to be a kidney donor for my niece Lauren. I must admit have a bit of fear of the unknown going on right now. Here are my thoughts … Continue reading →

An honest response is like a kiss of friendship. Proverbs 24

I heard a great message this week from Kerry O’Neill on keeping things simple this year. The main thrust was to try and keep all communication and processes simple. Simplicity is sticky and complexity leads to paralysis.