5. Don’t Take Ownership Of Misfortune
Although an endocrinologist diagnosed me with Type 1 (insulin-dependent) diabetes at 27 months old, my mom had the foresight to make sure I didn't let it define me. She urged…
19. Don’t Let Talent Be Your Handicap
Have you ever felt envious of someone who seems to be good at everything? While discussing finances with a friend, I asked, "How are you always broke?" I know he…
3. Don’t Miss Your “Orange Creamsicle”
The other day I drove past a homeless guy sitting in the shade to escape the heat of the day. As I passed, he aggressively flipped me off with pain…
11. Make Others Feel Appreciated
I frequently visit a local coffee shop after sunrise mountain biking. Often, I see many of the same people enjoying a coffee, cold drink, or a fruit smoothie. The atmosphere…
17. Take Pride In Your Appearance
Dress for the position you wish you had, not the job you have now. When you dress well, it tells others you have your act together. You exude confidence. People…
2. What Is Your Excuse?
A few years ago, I met a guy driving a custom twin-turbo Ferrari. I decided to introduce myself and ask how he became so successful. Surprisingly, he told me a…
21. The Art of Saying, “No”
Early on while writing this book, I approached hundreds of incredibly successful individuals, many of whom denied my request for an interview. When someone has become incredibly successful, it's often…
13. Six Keys To Building Quality Friendships
Success is useless without relationships. What is a victory, if you don't have a friend to share your celebration? You can have all the toys, fancy cars, beautiful houses, and…