I spent my 20′s earning–and spending–a lot of money. I earned money from being a Real estate agent, and I spent money on nothing. I had the ostrich head in sand problem for a long time. Have played at this, but never DONE it. I’m not unusual. I have some cash in the bank, but…
A dad's advice to himself and his kids.
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“You’re Too Fat” and 5 Other Nice Things You Can Say to Others.
I’ve battled my weight off and on all my life. Actually, I’ve battled it all my life, but I’m currently winning the battle. I’ve reached the “end of the beginning” stage where I’ve taken off about 35% of what I want to lose overall, and I’m heading in the right direction with reasonable speed. But, I…
You Simply Cannot Fake Autheticity
I get some criticisms about my “personality” a lot. I’m abrasive. I talk too fast. I bulldoze over people. I’m arrogant. I don’t listen to other people’s point of view. To that I say (in order) You have stupid ideas. You think too slowly. You are a milquetoast. Effectiveness isn’t arrogance. Why would I listen…
Jack of All Trades Doesn’t Always Apply: Some People Are Just Smarter.
(note: I have a ton of stuff to get out there tonight–maybe a ton of it will become a post, maybe not). Your mind automatically finishes the following sentence: Jack of All Trades…. And we all know that type. The “Experts” on everything, dispensing knowledge without thought, and giving direction of dubious value (but regular…
Lesson #1 from Joe Paterno: “Potential Ain’t Worth S#!t.”
Joe Paterno is credited with saying that about a linebacker he took a pass on….according to legend, JoePA didn’t see him as a worker. And, apparently, JoePa was right because the dude had physical skills but became a Juco washout. (Note: I originally heard that story at one of the Mike Ferry events I attended,…
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