My friend and mentor Opher Brayer took the challenge to reflect on 7 core beliefs that are shaping his life today. Here is one of them: In relationships 20% should have a common denominator. 80% is the inspiration you bring to each other The entire collection of 7 beliefs is available to view and share… Continue reading
Can you think of one friend who you have not been in touch for a long time, but when you finally talk or meet, you pick right from where you left off as if the time between meetings shrunk like magic? That is a special. Very special. You wish you have many more such special… Continue reading
I have known Ted for years and when I completed reading his new book, it was clear to me that nobody else could have written this book other than Ted. Ted lives the ideas that he and his co-author teach in the book. I don’t know Kathryn personally but have heard great things about her… Continue reading
Why do smart people fall from the top? You can simply brush this off by attributing the cause to statistics. But the topic is worth exploring a bit more. Here is what I have on this based on a series of interviews, reflection and thinking. There are many reasons smart people fall hard from the… Continue reading
An overdraft protection is a feature of a checking account in a bank. It allows an account holder to withdraw money even if that would mean the balance will go below zero. It is as good as the bank giving you an instant (very high interest) loan. With an overdraft protection, one can not only… Continue reading
What is an effective email? One that achieves its purpose. For example, if you wanted the recipient to take some action and after reading that email, the recipient takes that action, then we might classify that email as effective. In the same way, you wanted the recipient to take some action but after reading that… Continue reading
Give first and that is all… Mini Saga #96 – Connection Roger was super successful so it was not surprising that he got so many meeting requests. Angela was surprised when Roger picked Tim to meet among all other people. Roger was happy to explain, “It was Tim’s approach of reaching out to offer help… Continue reading
Every human being is different and connecting with another human being will require some investment of time, energy, mindshare and of course, there is an opportunity cost always – you could be doing something else right. Here are the nine components to consider: 1. Character: Connecting or not, a strong character forms the foundation on… Continue reading
This gem from Paramahamsa Yogananda sums up what is required to build lasting relationships. “There is a magnet in your heart that will attract true friends. That magnet is unselfishness, thinking of others first… when you learn to live for others, they will live for you.” – Paramahansa Yogananda Hat tip: Ambal Balakrishnan Please sign… Continue reading
Photo Credit: JohnW on Flickr Seems simple but it’s not. We make assessments based on what we see. What is visible and what our senses can make out influences our thinking all the time. Today, more than ever people are sharing information via one ore more social networks. This may give the feeling that what… Continue reading