“The currency of real networking is not greed but generosity” – Keith Ferrazzi When you think of the word ‘networking’, what image comes to your mind? Do you see yourself darting around a room, shaking people’s hands, exchanging business cards and giving quick pitches? Do you see yourself holding a cocktail glass as you saunter…
4 Signs That You Need to Reinvent Yourself
“Life isn’t about finding yourself, life is about creating yourself.” – George Bernard Shaw I’ve always found makeover shows fun to watch – I love when an unknowing candidate is selected to receive five-star treatment to create a total turnaround in their appearance. The best part is when the participant walks onto the stage after…
How to Stop Worrying About Things That Don’t Really Matter
“You don’t have to care about everything around you. Some things are best to be left ignored.” Let’s face it – most of us are guilty of being worriers at some point, and it’s not something to be ashamed of. It’s just part of human nature. The same mental processes that have helped us advance…
Why Learning About Other Cultures Enriches You
“A nation’s culture resides in the hearts and in the soul of its people.” – Mahatma Gandhi Did you know that humans have about 12,000-60,000 thoughts a day? Out of those, 98% of them are exactly the same thoughts that we had the day before. Clearly, many of us spend our days stuck in the…
4 Keys to Being Persuasive and Influential
“Nobody is more persuasive than a good listener.” – Dale Carnegie Have you always wanted to be an influencer with a gift to persuade others? Your interest may be sparked by leaders who radiate charm and have the instinct to know how to get people on their side. They do this with finesse, which makes…
How to Believe that You Are Good Enough
“Believing that you’re enough is what gives you the courage to be authentic.”- Brené Brown ‘Am I good enough?’ Four simple words, yet so full of emotion. In our competitive society, it isn’t surprising how often people doubt themselves. Throughout our lives, our abilities are sized up with different yardsticks: school grades, work appraisals, net…
Why You Need to Create Your Own Definition for Success
“Define success on your own terms, achieve it by your own rules, and build a life you’re proud to live.” – Anne Sweeney Success. The elusive rainbow that we chase our whole lives. Every time we get close, it appears to fade into the distant horizon. After numerous futile attempts, we begin to wonder, will…
How to Make Traveling a Spiritual Experience
“To walk the spiritual path is to continually step out into the unknown.” – Wallace Huey Since ancient times, people have considered travel as a passage to divine inspiration. Sacred journeys, known as pilgrimages, are taken to shrines and places of significance. A few examples include sites like the Camino de Santiago in Spain, The…
4 Powerful Morning Rituals To Set You Up For Success
“Each morning we are born again. What we do today is what matters most.” – Buddha Every morning, nature gently opens the curtains to welcome a brand new day. The sun pierces through the dark veil of night. The birds begin to sing. Sunlight floods the cascading landscapes. Each morning symbolizes a new chapter of…
The Difference Between Intelligence and Wisdom
“Knowledge comes from learning. Wisdom comes from living.” – Anthony Douglas Williams The Sage is an archetype in our narratives and our history. They are often portrayed as wise and knowledgeable. They offer guidance through storytelling and sagely advice. In many cases, these revered figures possess specialized skills which they teach to their apprentices. In…
