A common interview question is "What inspires you?" Interviews are not the best time to delve into deep personal issues. So, most people respond with dry, uncreative answers like "my parents," or "being able to learn new things." Don't worry about how you may have answered "What inspires you?" in the past. I want you to think about how you would answer that question … [Read more...]
Nothing Is Permanent
When I was in college, I remember a group of Tibetan monks came to visit our school. The main purpose of their visit was education and sharing one of their unique Buddhist traditions, the creation and destruction of a sand mandala. I had never heard of a sand mandala before so I had no idea what to expect or what the significance was. In short, the wisdom they would impart on … [Read more...]
4 Things That Are Holding You Back In Business, Relationships, And Life
The older I get, the more aware I’ve become of the connections between our mind and body. There’s a lot to be said about how our thoughts and emotions impact our physical wellbeing, success, and happiness. Those of you who have followed my writing for a while have heard me say many times before that we don’t need a lot to be happy. And if you take the time to count your … [Read more...]
Managing Perception In Business Opens Doors
The human mind can't be explained in a few sentences. It's vastly complex, and no two minds think exactly alike. The way we perceive information and stimuli varies not only on our surroundings but on our mental state, physical senses, and motivations. When you're an entrepreneur or working in the corporate world, you can't stay in your own little bubble and get ahead. … [Read more...]
Why Are There So Many Crazy People At Work And In The World?
The older I get, the more and more crazy people I seem to come across. I'm telling you there're everywhere! Every day I pass by at least ten to fifteen crazy bums on my commute. They tend to congregate on public benches and along empty lots, or just wander around aimlessly on foot. But there are plenty of non-homeless crazy people too. And I happen to work with several of them! … [Read more...]