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How Do You Define Success?
What is your definition of a “successful” life? It’s a question worth thinking about—and continually trying to answer. We are constantly bombarded with false—and unsatisfying—measures of success. So if we don’t take the time to consciously define it for ourselves, it...
What is the good life?—Research on the 7 Habits of Happy People
“Our greatest fear in life should not be of failure, but of succeeding in life at things that don’t really matter.” –Francis Chan The Big Idea: Whether you lead a business, a team, or a family—understanding the research on happiness is vitally important for...
Work…Reimagined
Several years ago, I decided to learn more about investing in order to plan for retirement. I read a few books and took some classes. It all seemed so confusing at first. But I quickly learned that there are seemingly infinite ways to invest your money. And some...
The Relationship Between Happiness and Success
The modern formula for success is broken. In today’s world, most people act as if they believe that happiness will be a guaranteed result of success. But if that were true, everyone who got a promotion would be happier. Today’s BIG IDEA—Research shows that happiness...
Are You Over-Gripping the Steering Wheel of Your Life?
“Just hold on loosely, but don’t let go. If you cling too tightly, you’re gonna lose control.” –Donnie Van Zant, .38 Special A few years ago, I hired a personal and executive coach who quickly became a significant mentor. One day when asking him for feedback, he said...
Stop Fighting the Operating Rules of Your Brain and Work Smarter (4 Key Strategies)
Growing up, my parents always encouraged hard work. I started my first job—a paper route—at age 12. I had to wake up at 5am and used my roller blades while my dad drove our old yellow station wagon with the hatch open and all the newspapers in the back. I’d hang on to...
Just Like Me…
You’ve heard me say it before, but it’s worth repeating—the brain is a prediction machine. The brain’s primary purpose is to keep us alive—and the best way to stay alive is to predict things in our environment, avoid danger. But research clearly shows this innate...
