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Life Lessons Learned from the Late William Zinsser
William Zinsser, American writer and teacher, passed away at the age of 92 this past week. I had the privilege of meeting Bill a few years ago when I interviewed him for the [...]
Look Back, Project Forward, and Stay Present
In the last days before the new year, it's an opportune time to bring the past, present and future together. Let's start by ... ... looking back. Reflect on [...]
Top 10 Insights that May Change Your Life for the Better
Throughout your life, you've learned many lessons that have changed the way you think, act and live. But no matter how valuable the lesson, it is not fun to learn [...]
Top 5 Reasons You Should Quit Your Job
Have you ever wondered: Should I quit my job? You're not alone. People often tell me they are unhappy with their jobs. They fantasize about getting out and like most [...]
How to Be Happier Today Than You Were Yesterday
When I ask parents what they want for their kids, the most popular answer I get is: “I just want my kids to be happy” In the United States Declaration [...]
What a Trip Around the World Taught Me
2 months, 7 continents, 49,599 miles later, I'm home. This trip around the world was amazing in many ways - the food, the sights, the people ... but all of [...]
William Zinsser’s Commencement Speech at Wesleyan University 1988
Seventeen years before Steve Job's famous commencement address at Stanford in 2005, William Zinsser addressed the graduating class at Wesleyan University with a speech that was phenomenal. I came across this [...]
Fueled by Passion – Chuck Close
Imagine coming from a childhood where your teachers thought you were lazy and slow because you tested poorly (due to dyslexia), your peers alienated you because you were bad at [...]
Modeling Success Series – Leo Babauta – #1
Most people believe that being successful is difficult. I used to think the same way but I've come to realize that it's not true. There is a simple formula for [...]