How do you do what you do?

I’m not asking what you do for a job or hobbies, etc. But what do you do in the broader sense, meaning how do you live your life?

A couple weeks ago I was outside when the garbage collector came by for pick-up.

We noticed each other and I just said “hi” with a slight smile.

And he immediately replied back, “Isn’t today just wonderful!” Read more »

Today is your special day! It will become whatever you choose to make it.

Think about this, “There is no such thing in anyone’s life as an unimportant day.” Alexander Woollcott (1887-1943) Every day is an opportunity.

Of course, you may have to take action. But your possibilities of what you can bring into reality today are unlimited. Your imagination is your only real hindrance.

Is there a task you’ve wanted to do but put off, you procrastinated on it? Well it’s time to make a small step, to begin movement. Read more »

Every organization regardless of size, has a reputation for the quality of goods and services it delivers. What quality of customer service do you associate with Eddie Bauer, Nordstrom or Starbucks? Pretty high.

Now what quality of customer service do you associate with your local water company, electric company or the post office? Chances are you rated them lower.

It’s not that the second group fails to give good service. In fact they give excellent service for a very reasonable price. Read more »

To create the success you want, you need to be a partner with all those you encounter. Grow your business reputation, your connection with others, and you can have the success you desire.

A partnership, whether between two individuals or two organizations is an alliance made strong or weak by energy expended and by the rules of engagement. Here are things that make great relationships work.

Think Long-Term–Live in the moment, do what you can right now, but consider the long term impact and goals. Read more »

You and every person in your organization is in sales and marketing. You are selling your relationship, the job or service, communication, goodwill and much more.

Here’s an excellent definition of customer: “The customer is anyone with whom you must deal.” This means everyone you interact with is your customer–mother, father, client, preacher, teacher, children, spouse, neighbors, etc. are all your customers.

Each moment spent with a customer is a marketing opportunity. And everything you do Read more »

Everybody at sometime has said, “I feel burned out.” Well, if you say that, you are probably on your way.

Burnout is a common occurrence in 21st Century life. It is the result of chronic pressure, tension and stress that just doesn’t let up.

Here are 5 attitudes and thinking patterns that lead you down the path to burnout. Read more »

Andrew Carnegie, the steel magnate said, “If I don’t have at least two or three people a day laugh at me—I know I’m not on the right track. You’ve got to risk making mistakes.” These were not people laughing “with” him; these were people laughing “at” him.

Do you ever blow it? Do you make mistakes? Have you had it happen in front of others, and it’s embarrassing? Oh well, go for it anyway…….

Elbert Hubbard said, “Everyone is a damned fool for at least five minutes every day. Wisdom consists in not exceeding the limit.” Read more »

Aren’t there days where it doesn’t feel like you have a mission? We all have those.

Your purpose and mission are big, powerful mental constructs. Though when you keep these very simple—they are actually just the aspects of life you’ve thought about, and those things you’ve made a decision to act on.

The mission or purpose can be your best friend, and can also get in your way. It depends on how clear you are about the direction of your life.

Inside that simple concept are numerous levels of complexity. Ones’ purpose is driven and guided by the principles and beliefs that are meaningful to you. These are the ones you actually live This is really about honor and integrity, about being real, positive and proactive.

The people who surround you. those activities you do with consistency and really put your heart into, are chunks of your purpose and mission.

Every day you need to go for it with the best you’ve got to give, and with all the fun you can find within the doing. When you do this, the people who experience your vitality and passion will be inspired and enjoy interacting with you.

There is that mega, all consuming purpose and mission that only you can achieve, and it takes your whole life to fulfill it. But, a key to making that happen (when you actually figure-out what it is) is to live each day with all the joy and passion you can muster.

Get out there and step up! Make things happen within your work, family, community, studies, music, or whatever—be the absolute best you can be in every action you take.

When you go for it, you’ll enjoy all your life more. And those you cross paths with, will be in touched by the positive waves that ripple out all around you.

Make Today A Great Day, Dr. Larry

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