Personal Development

Personal Development is about making conscious decisions in investing in areas of your life that is of importance.

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How Your Environment Can Contribute To Your Negative Thinking #5MinuteMotivation

You may be working hard on creating the life you want.  You may be doing almost everything right.  However, if you forget this one step, then your results will be impacted.  Your environment can contribute greatly to whether or not you nurture your positive or negative thoughts. I remember early in my career, I started […]

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What I Learned About Personal Finance From CEO’s And Their Watches #5MinMotivation

I was reading an article on Business Insider that put together a list and commentary about the wristwatches worn by 11 CEOs of some of the world’s most powerful companies.  The article goes on to say that for some, a wristwatch is more than a time-telling device.  It’s a statement.  It was an article about

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David Allen’s Getting Things Done Methodology To Increase Productivity

There are a variety of different methods created with the intention to help the user increase his productivity.  This post focuses on David Allen’s Getting Things Done Methodology. Getting Things Done, or “GTD” as it’s more commonly known, is not only a productivity system but also started a movement.  The concept was created by David

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The 3 Types Of Dreamers And Goal-Setters And The Transition To Action Taker #5MinMotivation

The difference between a Dreamer, a Goal-Setter and an Action Taker determines whether or not the dream will be accomplished.  For any of us to become successful, the difference needs to be understood and the transition made from Dreamer to Action Taker.  I have had plenty of dreams.  Most of them stayed just that, dreams. 

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Why Grit and Mental Toughness is not just Reserved for Pros #5MinMotivation

Grit and Mental Toughness are two words that have become popular in recent years.  Defined in her book, “Grit”, Angela Duckworth explains that Grit is passion and perseverance for long-term goals.  It isn’t talent.  Grit isn’t luck, or even how intensely, for the moment, you want something.  It is about having a goal you care

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You Are Not Alone – Overcoming Your Biggest Challenge #5MinMotivation

One of the factors that separate the top performers from the rest of the crowd is their ability to overcome challenges.  Often, your biggest challenge is yourself.  It can be easy to get discouraged when there are so many obstacles standing in the way of your goals.  How do you stay driven to push forward

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2 Important Core Beliefs That Will Help You Achieve Success [Video] #5MinMotivation

There are many beliefs that you may currently hold.  Beliefs are shaped by our environment, culture and religion.  Some beliefs propel you further towards your goals while other deter you.  It is your core beliefs that create the base for all your other beliefs. Beliefs can be so strong that they can cause wars, break-ups

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47 Powerful Life Mantras To Get You Inspired #5MinMotivation

If only things were as easy as setting a goal for yourself and then taking the necessary actions in order to achieve them.  Life is not a straight path.  It has winding roads and several detours along the way.  Your ability to stay on track despite the obstacles determines your chance for success. The problem

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13 Business Tips From Successful Entrepreneurs [Infographic]

Why is the topic of Entrepreneurship so popular?  The qualities one requires to have in order to be a successful Entrepreneur are several.  It is not about skill; it is about much more than skill.  Sacrifice, hard work and an unwavering determination for achieving greatness are required.  The ability to face multiple setbacks but still

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