My husband shopped several stores in our area trying to find the latest toy craze for my kids, fidget spinners. Finally, we resigned to buying them online. The first time I saw one was only a few weeks ago. I was at a family get together and saw my nephew playing with his. I had … Read more
We sometimes hear stories of people who despite the odds, break out from the negative cycle that plagued them and often their family for years. Their story aims to inspire us because it holds as a reminder that anything is possible if you just keep moving forward. One such story is of Eric Thomas, who … Read more
It’s easy to get discouraged when you put a lot of effort into something but still haven’t achieved your goals. If you measure your success by the attainment of the final result then you will face many disappointments. But Life is a Game of Inches, not of miles. I remember watching Football for the first … Read more
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 … Read more
At the time of this writing, I typed “New Year New You” into Google search and came up with about 132,000,000 results. What does that symbolize? Are there that many people trying to make the New Year a better year? Is the desire that strong for you to become a better you? Is it about … Read more
We are a society that focuses on results. Results after all is what we go after. At the same time, if we only focus on the Target, we can grow discouraged and at times feel overwhelmed. What is the Power of Believing you Can Improve? I was having a discussion with one of my … Read more
If there was a room filled with people who excelled in their field and achieved success, would you walk in? Would you be open to what they had to tell you? If your initial answer is yes, take a moment and think again. You have access to so much wisdom and words from almost anyone … Read more
What stops people from achieving their dreams? Among many reasons is the fear of failure. Everyone feels it at one or several points in their lives. The fear of failing can be immobilizing, causing us to do nothing and preventing us from moving forward. I am currently reading the book, “Mindset “by Carol Dweck. What … Read more
When you are so focused on achieving your goals. When you are obsessed with hitting your target, how do you fuel your progress? If you have a goal that you want so badly, it becomes a part of who you are. There will be moments when you will be building momentum and other moments when … Read more
Leadership is about influence. The most common type of influence is a leader’s ability to impact their team. Sometimes however, you aim to Lead Up. Leading up is about impacting your organization and even your immediate report, a.k.a, your Boss. You do not need positional power in order to lead. You can still make a … Read more
It used to be popular to brag about how much little sleep you got. As science delved deeper into the importance of sleep, this mindset began to change. There are still two versions of this theory. On the one hand, you have the grinders who work hours on end and still remain productive. Just take … Read more
In the Far East, they have a tree that’s called, “The Chinese Bamboo Tree”. This amazing tree is different from most other trees. It has similar characteristics as most plants in that it has to be watered and fertilized on a regular basis. There is something however, that makes this tree unique. While most trees … Read more
We all have desires and dreams. What makes one person achieve their dream while another person falls short? It is not always a lack of talent or experience. In fact, we often see people promoted into positions or achieving results with half the experience of others. Is it desire? No, that will only take you … Read more
Whether it be successful Entrepreneurs, Business Owners or even athletes, successful people have practices that guide their success. These practices help them hone their skills and drive their results further. If I were to ask you who was the most effective leader you know, would it take you a while to come up with an … Read more
Sometimes you just need a boost of motivation to get started in the morning. Some days are harder than others to keep going. What you do during those moments will make a difference during those tough times, those tired times and those frustrating times. #5MinMotivation is about helping you get through those moments and … Read more