Tip: Be innocent!
Many of you may remember Yogi Berra. He was the catcher for the New York Yankees baseball team back in the 1950’s and ‘60’s. He has been credited with many, many famous sayings. Probably the most popular one is, “When…
Tip: If you want to learn how to live life, just play golf!
A few years ago, I started playing golf. It has been an interesting experience for me, to say the least, and I can assure you I have no intention of quitting my day job! Although it can be frustrating at…
Tip: Positive thinking sometimes starts with negative thoughts!
Most of you have heard of the monumental work written by Dr. Norman Vincent Peale called, The Power of Positive Thinking. The book was first published in 1952. Since that time, it has been translated into over forty languages and…
Tip: If I am not the problem, then there is no solution!
This Tip requires a lot of concentration for all who hear it. It is one of the most difficult concepts I have ever learned in my life. The first time I heard it, I immediately began to feel defensive. I…
Tip: Recognize the difference between “loose specs” and “tight specs”!
Years ago, I lived in Dallas, Texas, and had a good friend there by the name of Ed Rawls. He was an architect and was great at his profession. I was amazed by some of the buildings he was able…
Tip: Let go of fear!
Each week when I write these Tips, I try to write them from a position of substance and reality. I have learned that if I share with other people what I am currently learning myself, it will make a far…
Tip: Keep inconveniences in perspective.
Today is the 4th of July in America. I thought I would share this story with you! Several years ago, I was on a four and a half hour, non-stop flight from Seattle, Washington, to Atlanta, Georgia. Flight delays, unexpected…
Tip: Go for the stories and don’t worry about the bruises!
Life is often filled with unexpected surprises and uncertainties that can catch us off guard. Many of the unusual circumstances and situations that occur in our lives involve our relationships with other people, whether family members, friends, or business associates.…
Tip: Adversity is preparation for greatness!
The experiences we face in life can sometimes seem strange. What we are taught in school is supposed to prepare us for a specific vocation or profession. We also learn from our environment, our family, and our friends. But perhaps…
Tip: The key to life is balance!
Several years ago I took Carl Smith with me to play golf with my good friend, Zig Ziglar. At that time Zig was still in good health. Carl was our Director of Training here at Personality Insights for many years.…