This must be my week for experiencing bizarre behavior. Yesterday, I blogged about an individual who questioned a colleague’s ethics, when he was actually questioning some of the assumptions she made as she collected data on a ...READ»
I have blogged about the importance of precision in language on several occasions. Precise language is very important to effective and dynamic communication.
Dynamic communication skills are one of the keys to success that I ...READ»
A company is worth what a buyer perceives. Time-tested ways to increase the value of yours include adding new sales channels and locking in strategic alliances.READ»
Outstanding performance is one of the keys to success that I discuss in Straight Talk for Success. If you want to become an outstanding performer, you need to do three things: 1) Stay at the top of your game by becoming a lifelong ...READ»
I am working on a follow up book to Straight Talk for Success. The working title is The Official Guide to Success. I have been interviewing experts in each of the five keys to success that I discuss in Straight Talk: Self ...READ»
I came across a great quote from Bertrand Russell the other day…
“Fear is the main source of superstition, and one of the main sources of cruelty. To conquer fear is the beginning of wisdom.”
I agree. So does Rabbi Levi ...READ»
When launching a new product or service, go for the value, not the flash. Value builds revenue, company growth, future funding. Flash is transitory.Your public launch of a product or service will raise the profile of your ...READ»
I received the inaugural issue of Self Improvement Magazine the other day. If there’s anyone who can benefit from some self improvement advice, it’s me.
I was impressed with Self Improvement. I particularly liked an article ...READ»
I got the latest issue of SUCCESS Magazine the other day. As usual, it is filled with great information on what it takes to succeed in your life and career. As usual, I read it cover to cover as soon as I received it. If ...READ»
Today I’d like to share a great new book with you: The One Minute Coach by Masha Malka. In this book, Masha addresses the reasons why people stop themselves from being outstanding performers and enjoying the success they dream ...READ»
I was at a great event called Amazing Woman’s Day last Saturday. What was I doing there? Let’s just say, I’m an amazing guy, so I thought I check out the amazing woman who were gathered there.
And I did meet some amazing ...READ»
I was watching 60 Minutes last night. They did a piece on the Obama campaign featuring David Axelrod and David Plough, the campaign’s chief strategist and campaign manager. Steve Kroft asked how President Elect Obama was able to ...READ»
Natalie Costanze-Chavez writes a column called Grace Notes. Last Sunday, she wrote about how one of her columns prompted quite a bit of what can only be called hate mail. Natalie stood by her words, but was upset that so many ...READ»
Last weekend I moderated an author event at the Texas Book Festival. The author I presented, Travis Nichols, is also a musician and said something that caught my attention. A simple phrase that went un-noticed until I brought it up at ...READ»
Dynamic communication is one of the keys to success that I discuss in Straight Talk for Success. If you want to become a dynamic communicator, you need to master three skills: 1) conversation; 2) writing; and 3) ...READ»
“Make no little plans. They have no magic to stir men's blood and probably themselves will not be realized. Make big plans. Aim high in hope and work.”
I saw this quote from Daniel Burnham on line the other day. It’s ...READ»
Positive personal impact is one of the keys to success that I discuss in Straight Talk for Success. If you want to create positive personal impact, you need to do three things: 1) create and nurture your unique personal brand; 2) ...READ»
Here’s the reality: companies make mistakes all the time. In an economic downturn, however, avoiding the big slip ups becomes all the more crucial. Small business owners tend to react impulsively at times, and while this may earn ...READ»
My friends at The Walk the Talk Company publish an on line daily motivation. You can subscribe by going to their website www.WalkTheTalk.com. Yesterday, they had a quote from George Washington Carver that get to the heart of what it ...READ»
Dynamic communication is one of the keys to success that I discuss in my book Straight Talk for Success. If you want to become a dynamic communicator, you need to master at least three basic communication skills: conversation ...READ»
Today’s economy is tough. Whether you work for a company, or are an entrepreneur, success is becoming more and more elusive. That’s why I wrote Straight Talk for Success. In Straight Talk, I discuss the five keys to ...READ»
The people of the United States are about to elect a new President. Who that will be may feel to you like a new beginning, or perhaps the beginning of the end! Like all things in our lives, the story you tell about everything, from ...READ»
Positive personal impact is one of the five keys to success that I discuss in Straight Talk for Success. You create positive personal impact in three ways: 1) creating and building your unique personal brand; 2) being impeccable ...READ»
Laura Clouden
E-Mail: lauraclouden@gmail.com
My name is Laura Clouden and I am a wife, mother, and active volunteer in my community. In earlier years I was mostly involved in retail. I have been a Scientologist for many years ...READ»
Lorraine Cohen is a friend of mine. She writes a great blog called Powerfull Living. Lorraine is a big believer in living powerfully. To live powerfully, you need to face your fears and act. Facing your fears and acting is ...READ»
