Latest "Attitude Adjustment" Posts
Humor Defuses Stress Or The Wizard of Laughter
Often times when I’m in the midst of a stressful situation I vent my frustrations in the voice of a famous person, cartoon character or a particular accent. You might call me crazy but since I’m good at it and enjoy doing impressions, the result is that the tension dissipates, my mood changes, and […]
Way Beyond Comedy
“Against the assault of laughter, nothing can stand.” -Mark Twain When I give my talks, people often ask, “What is it about comedians that separate them from everyone else?” My answer is simple – it’s the way we/they look at life. A comedian views life and all of its obstacles, tragedies, mistakes and embarrassing moments […]
You Need a New York Attitude!
I am known by many as the “Attitude Adjuster” I show people how to start each day with an unstoppable attitude to succeed and how to stay motivated throughout the day, regardless of their circumstances. I know that sounds like a tall order, but that’s what I do and I don’t mind saying that I […]
Humor Being to the Rescue | The importance of Humor in Business and in Life
The first time I can recall my sense of humor having a dramatic effect on my life was when I was in the third grade. I was performing in the play “Alice in Wonderland.” No, I wasn’t Alice. I was Humpty Dumpty. You know, the egghead who was damaged irreparably when he found out he […]
As a Man Thinketh in Business and in Life
The Bible says, “As a man thinketh so is he.” (Proverbs 23:7) Many people refer to this as the “Law of Attraction.” Some have come to know it as “The Secret.” I’m from New York and I prefer the straightforward, “What you think is what you get.” It doesn’t matter what you call it. All […]
The Business of Nourishing Your Soul in Business
In my last Blog I stated that when I shift my focus and allow my Higher Self to take over, I know that there is that in me that can meet any challenge head-on and be blessed by it. It is this rock solid attitude that opens my spiritual reservoir and fosters my soul to […]
What Are You Waiting For!?
Ticking away the moments that make up a dull day You fritter and waste the hours in an offhand way Kicking around on a piece of ground in your home town Waiting for someone or something to show you the way Tired of lying in the sunshine, staying home to watch the rain You are […]
A Simple SHIFT to Laughter Humor in Business and in Life
Years ago, I was speaking in the Midwest. I needed to stock up on writing accessories, so I drove to a nearby K-Mart. As I proceeded to purchase my goods, I noticed there was only one register open, so I took my place at the end of a long line. While waiting, I heard the […]
Are You Married To Your Job?
One of the biggest challenges people face in business today is finding a balance between their professional and personal lives. The following story is an example on how easy it is to get caught up in our business affairs and how it can affect other important aspects of our lives. Not too long ago, I […]
It’s A Matter Of Choice
Choice! The key is choice. You have options. You need not spend your life wallowing in failure, ignorance, grief, poverty, shame, and self-pity. But hold on! If this is true, then why have so many among us apparently elected to live in that manner? The answer is obvious. Those who live in unhappy failure have […]
