I recently read that “hope” is a skill. Candidly, never thought of hope as a skill.  Maybe an attitude.  Maybe wishful.  But not skill. But someone broke it down this way: Hope happens when we set goals. Setting goals directs our view to the future.  Gives you a target.  Refines your focus.  It’s the first step toward building a future. Hope […]

I was reading a book by Rick Warren where he discussed the process of improvement.     He said four things need to happen to improve:   1. You have to want to improve. It seems obvious, but improvement only comes when the parties to be changed want it for themselves. 2. You have to decide to […]

I admire an author named Ryan Holiday. He posted a list on Twitter of how to be more productive. I introduce this as a checklist to consider if you are trying to figure out how to “juice” things up as you move toward a new year. 1. Read, Read, Read  Chances are you’re not a […]

“You attract who you are. Not who you want.” A team takes on the personality of the leader. I’ve just read a book about Nick Saban, the University of Alabama football coach. He turned 70 yesterday and has amassed an unmatched record in coaching success. Those who have played and coached with him say he […]