You are your own boss. If you’re unhappy because of something or someone at work, it’s your fault. If you slipped and fell on some ice and it ruined your day, that’s your fault too. You decide how to respond to the things in your life. No one else. You’re in charge. How are you …
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Evolution: How the Conversation has Changed
How is it that a twentysomething can leave one of the most stable companies alive (Microsoft) to go out into the world in search of meaning, fulfillment and change? Isn’t this crazy? Isn’t she nuts? Hardly. She’s alive in the twenty first century, where we are writing a new story on career, love and happiness. …
Nov
21
Earn Your Happiness
A recent episode of one of my new favorite podcasts, Coach Radio, interviews Sutton Parks who was actually homeless when he started a cleaning business. It’s a great testament to the power of dedication and hard work. He had made some mistakes to get to that point, but he had made a choice to do …
Nov
13
A Simple Dream and a lot of Follow Through
Some of you who have been following along may be wondering why I am doing this. And why I choose to focus on work, motivation and performance (almost) every single day. Well, sometime soon after showing up for my first day of work at my first job in the real world, I noticed many people …
Oct
29
5 Lessons Trading Futures Taught Me About Happiness
1) If what you’re doing is working, keep doing it Regardless of what other people think or tell you. If it works for you, milk it. 2) Cut your losses If something isn’t working, accept it and move on as quickly as possible. You’ll save time, money and headaches. But most importantly, you’ll be available …
Oct
20
You Don't Have to be Good at Everything
“We are happy in proportion to the things we can do without.” – Henry David Thoreau Minimalism seems to be a popular topic these days, and with good reason. The quote from Mr. Thoreau applies to every facet of life. From the obvious, material possessions, to the not so obvious, relationships, experiences and personality traits. …
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