Beliefs and The ‘Victim’ Syndrome
What do you want to be, a Victim or a Creator? This article discusses the process of becoming a creator, somebody who makes things happen, or, a victim, somebody that believes life happens to them. Practical steps for implementing these ‘tools of change’ into your life are provided.
Developing Patience
In a world of instant gratification, people jump from “stimulus” to “response” without as much as a second thought. Patience is the “pause” in between that allows us to get the result we are really looking for. Here’s how to develop more patience in your life.
The Varieties of Wisdom
There are several varieties or “flavors” of personal wisdom. Here, Copthorne Macdonald discusses three of them as well as the back-and-forth relationship between personal wisdom and socio-cultural wisdom.
The Value Of Becoming A Learning Organization
Many companies face the question of the value of investing in organizational learning.
Consider this: A four-year study by the American Society for Training and Development (ASTD) shows that firms that invest $1,500 per employee in training compared to those that spend $125 experience on average 24 percent higher gross profit margins and 218 percent higher income per employee.
While those impressive statistics may occur over a long period, it’s also possible to evaluate…
How Well Do You Know Them?
It is often said that it is not who you know that matters, it is who knows you. Well I would like to extend this statement by saying that it is not only who you know and who knows you, but how well do you know them and they you?
How To Be A Simply Irresistible Salesperson!
Ever notice how some people have a certain energy about them that naturally attracts success. What is their magic secret? Who you are personally shows up in your sales approach. It’s a big mistake to think that you can fool people when you are not coming for the right place. It’s the subtle subconscious clues that you send your prospect that can make or break your sale.
Let’s face it – People buy from people they trust. People trust people who are like them. The more you b…
How to Turbo-Charge your Business
An article about what it takes to turbo charge your business, getting in touch with the underlying purpose and values of the organisation.