Last week I gave a speech entitled “The Life and Times of an Entrepreneur.” In preparing for this speech, I reviewed all of my prior readings and writings on the subject. I wanted to give the audience my conclusions (30 years as an entrepreneur) in a clear and simplified presentation. Here are my top three conclusions: 1. Everyone
Everyone sets goals at one time or another. Some people reach them, others don't. A major reason people give up on their goals is that they underestimate the length of time it takes to achieve whatever they are seeking. Yesterday was the New York Marathon. All the runners in the race understood that it was a 26.2 mile course. Knowing
Many of us confuse efficiency with effectiveness.Let me explain the difference. Efficiency means doing something well within the time you have allocated to it. Effectiveness means doing just those things that move you closer to your goals and objectives. It is much better to be effective than efficient. In order to be effective you must pull
Lately I have been researching the subject of time management. I have read a lot of books and articles on the subject which frankly has been a waste of time. That's because there are 25 or so principles of time management that really matter and all the books and articles say the same thing over and over in different ways. One of the most
Great achievers are often loners who find sustenance in the pursuit of something they feel strongly about - caring, of course, what others think but not needing interaction or confirmation to continue their quest. I have a friendship with a four-time Olympian who has held 10 world records in track and field. He built his success over hundreds
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