In 66 years I’ve learned that I can only do what I love to do if (and only if) I’m willing to also do the things least appealing to me. Here’s just a few of those things.
The third in this series, “this much I know”, is that successful organizations require three ingredients: People, Product and Process.
The second of five things I think I now know (for sure) is that moderation is ultimately the position I strive for in every element of my life. Below are six topics (I could write dozens) through which I’ve travelled from extreme to extreme. Also find a favorite book that caused me to reconsider each.
Just as intellect or athleticism are gifts, so too is natural curiosity. And as with all gifts, they are advanced if/when we apply self-discipline. Or they can be left undeveloped by ignorance or complacence.
Over the next few months, this blog will feature the very few things I’m sure about. Below is my wire-frame. Each month, I’ll get into a bit of background about how I arrived at such certainty, in each case.
I am an avid follower of current events and yet learning the following facts surprised me:
Note: Today’s theme is inspired by my friend, Dr. Mardy Grothe (drmardy.com). His blog last week ended with a suggestion for us “to think about what role insecurity has played in our lives and share that thinking with friends”. Dr. Mardy’s “Quotes of the Week” are featured as May’s “Article of the Month”.
Last month I shared expressions that have guided me over time, then invited you all to share with me. Some interesting responses follow.
I’m a curious guy so I try to listen carefully for thoughts from others that might guide my actions. I’ve always preferred learning from someone else’s pain rather than my own. Here are some good ones.
