When I asked Dr. Ivan Misner who had been a Force for Good in his life, he didn’t hesitate. “My freshman history teacher, Mr. Romero.” After losing every student council race and promising never to run again, Ivan was unexpectedly chosen by Mr. Romero – despite his classmates’ protests. That single moment of belief changed everything. It gave Ivan the confidence to lead, win elections, and ultimately found BNI, creating opportunity for millions.
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Live In The Now (& The Next) – The Better Newsletter #112
There is a wisdom in being content with what we already have – instead of constantly seeking MORE and somehow believing it will make us happier. Look around right now. Say, “I am enough. I have enough.”
The #1 Determinant for Happiness – The Better Newsletter #111
Harvard research has shown that the #1 determinant of a long, healthy, happy life isn’t diet or exercise – it’s long-term relationships. In an “All-AI, All The Time” world, staying connected matters more than ever.
Down with Elevator Speeches
“Enough about me. What do you think about me?” – Bette Midler in the movie Beaches While speaking at an INC 500 event, I introduced a new approach for replacing elevator SPEECHES with elevator CONNECTIONS. An entrepreneur named Colleen raised her…
Never Again Give an Elevator Speech
“It’s not about you. It never was.” – Diane Keaton Do you know anyone who likes listening to a speech? Me neither. Speeches are lectures. Who wants to be lectured? That’s why, from now on…
Got Your Attention? Wins Book of the Year Award
What a thrill to hear from publisher Berrett-Koehler that my book GOT YOUR ATTENTION? is the INDIEFAB gold medal winner in the career category. Here ‘s the announcement from Foreword Reviews. Following that good news,…