Posts tagged "Success Strategy"

“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 […]

We’re living in a world that’s moving incredibly fast. On top of our personal problems and everyday pressures, newspapers and evening newscasts tell us our economy is falling apart, corporations are being forced to downsize and massive technological advances are causing people to re-evaluate, adjust and change their lives. Cell phones, Blackberries, iPhones and tablet […]

  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 […]

“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 […]

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 […]

Last week I sent you an article entitled “Speak Words That Empower You”  Now I invite you to sit back and enjoy my message in action. Remember, whether coming from a positive or negative place, your words inevitably affect your attitude, and thus your situation. The moment you open your mouth to say something, you […]

As an Attitude Adjuster by profession, I am often asked, “What is the most valuable lesson you learned about success and happiness?”  Without hesitation, my response is always, “Never use your words to describe a challenging situation. Rather, use your words to change your perspective on a challenging situation.” We need to be especially careful […]