Have you ever felt intimidated when faced with the opportunity of negotiating with someone who is as seasoned as a pro salesperson when you are buying a house, cellular phone service, or buying a car? The word negotiation in itself…
Unless your career takes you to a deserted island, you probably will have to learn how to talk to other people. Communication skills are essential, no matter what your line of work is, and one rare skill is the ability…
You can start the day in an inspiring way. Motivate yourself to do what you need to do as you get up. “Today, I will be kind and show how much I respect the people around me. I will show…
“He who knows others is wise; he who knows himself is enlightened.” ― Lao Tzu The only relationship that is guaranteed to last a lifetime is the one you build with yourself. Just like in any relationship, you need to…
Why do people enjoy making New Year’s resolutions? There is something very attractive about the idea of a new start. A blank page opens a world of possibilities. Should you try to start anew? Starting with a blank slate is…
As a New Year rolls in, we feel motivated to make new goals. Our resolutions are the intentions we have for the year, and yet they can be difficult to keep. As the initial excitement goes away and the routine…
Unless and until you have superhuman powers, it is a herculean task to know what exactly the other person is thinking. And generally, we human beings have accepted that very fact. But if you are trying to answer that million-dollar…
One of the main keys to success is to keep going once you start. Sometimes, it’s really that simple. Not giving up will take you very far, so it’s important to develop a habit of consistency. You need to give…
Believe it or not, the ability to keep calm, collected, and fearless under pressure is not a personality trait or inherited characteristic. It is a skill that can be learned and mastered. When we are under pressure or feeling particularly…
We can all agree that last year wasn’t exactly a winner, but that doesn’t mean that there weren’t lessons to be learned and new wisdom that we can bring with us into the new year! There are plenty of different…
Life is about moments that are big and small. Since we only have a limited time on Earth, making the most out of it means doing what we can, when we can. What follows are six small things that will…
“One person with a belief is equal to ninety-nine who only have interests.” It is a saying that lasts because it is true. There is a substantial difference between belief and interest. An interest can fade over time, cause little…
