“All of our life is but a mass of small habits – practical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual – that bear us irresistibly towards our destiny.” William James, M.D. Some goals I have set out to reach have not been achieved. Have you had a similar experience? What gets in the way? Bad habits are sometimes the root cause. Some activities which can become bad habits: Overeating, which can lead to being overweight; Drinking too much, which can interfere with every area of life; … [Read more...]
Achieve Your Goal Through Autopilot
“What gets measured, gets managed.” Peter Drucker Many trips to offshore fishing sites in the Gulf of Mexico are made possible by the wonderful electronic machinery of autopilot. I have been the captain as well as a passenger on numerous occasions on boats equipped with this technology. Marine skippers, both on commercial vessels and pleasure boats, all agree with the value of autopilot apparatus, a technology ensuring that the boat arrives at the location you have set as your destination. … [Read more...]
The Power of Handwritten Notes
“Letters are among the most significant memorial a person can leave behind them.” Johann Wolfgang van Goethe After separating the different sections of the complimentary Times Picayune Newspaper of our New Orleans hotel, my eyes are drawn to an article by Danny Heitman: “In Digital Age, Handwritten Notes Still Have Power”. Immediately, I remember the letter that changed my life. Ironically, it was a letter I actually resisted writing. That inspirational emotional story is told in the last … [Read more...]
Power of Perseverance
Everything that I’ve ever been able to accomplish in skating and in life has come out of adversity and perseverance.” Scott Hamilton My granddaughter Caroline asks me to pray for her perseverance. She is definitely not an ordinary 19-year old and her request is probably not typical for today's college students. Just the fact that Caroline asks for this assistance shows that she already possesses part of what she needs now and in the future. It just so happens that the word perseverance … [Read more...]
Success is Just Around the Corner
“Let your joy be in the journey, not in some distant goal.” Tim Cook A little after 7:00am, our team of three arrives at the dock for our planned short fishing expedition. Inside the boat that is now tied to the dock is Blaise, our co-captain, who is already casting a plastic lure with an inshore spinning outfit. A light fog on the water hides the Dog River Marina that lies a couple of miles to our east. A bridge next to the marina marks the entrance from Mobile Bay to Dog River, our … [Read more...]
Let It Sit
Adults should always have the chance to speak for themselves. After a smooth float plane landing on a remote pristine Alaskan lake, our group of five male relatives stand mesmerized by the incredible breathtaking scenery as far as the eye can see. Standing next to the fishing vessel that is resting against the shore, our captain summons our team to get on board. We are off! Before taking you on this journey of an unforgettable fishing experience, I must tell you about Alfred John "Al" … [Read more...]
Success Through Asking for Help
“Sometimes, angels need a little help too.” Quote from the movie Christmas Town Happily, I watch as four-year old grandson JR gets all of us involved in the decoration of our Christmas tree. He takes the hand of Nana (Carol, my wife and his grandmother) and asks her to follow him to the tree to watch him as he hangs the ornament in his hand on an empty limb. He gets me involved, too. Eventually, his pleas for assistance evolves into a tag team effort where he becomes the delivery person … [Read more...]
Best Random Act of Kindness
“A single act of kindness throws out roots in all directions, and the roots spring up and make new trees.” Amelia Earhart As I enter the church door, I am met by Noel, who is performing usher duties for the morning service. We shake hands in greeting. And, then he mentions that he is really enjoying my writings and what I am doing in my current journey. His compliments are genuine and appreciated. He continues with kind remarks about my daughter Kelly and husband Larry’s family … [Read more...]
The Best Leadership Book
“Management is doing things right; leadership is doing the right things.” Peter F. Drucker, Ph.D The most powerful leadership book you will ever read is the one that helps you to become a much better person. Leadership is all about positive influence. All of us are willing to be influenced by individuals who are very good persons. Many leadership books identify the kind of elements that make for great leaders. Integrity, vision, excellent communication, passion and putting others first … [Read more...]
Succeed Through Centerfielders
“You can have an impact anywhere you are.” Coach Tony Dungy While watching the recent Dallas Cowboys and Minnesota Vikings NFL football game, the announcer mentioned the difference in stats for quarterback Dak Prescott since Amari Cooper, wide receiver, had become part of the team. The statistics for the 17 games before Cooper joined Dallas, and the 17 games since he started playing on the team, were outlined in a graphic displayed on the television screen. The stats were completely … [Read more...]
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