Category: Simple Idea

  • Purpose-in-Life: Idea #535

    Idea #104 ‘Having a “purpose-in-life” (the technical term) has been shown to lower incidences of stroke, dementia, and cardiovascular disease. Additionally, from a performance standpoint, purpose boosts motivation, productivity, resilience, and focus….Purpose shifts our attention off ourselves (internal focus) and puts it onto other people and the task at hand (external focus).’ (S.Kotler) As you…

  • Fear: Idea #534

    Have you ever let fear keep you from trying something? ‘Don’t let the fear of the time it will take to accomplish something stand in the way of your doing it. The time will pass anyway; we might just as well put that passing time to the best possible use.’ (E.Nightingale) In simple words, stop…

  • Disagree: Idea #533

    Do you ever disagree with those you respect? ‘Great leaders are able to partner with people they disagree with… There is a significant difference between believing the other side’s ideas are wrong and believing the other side’s motives are wrong. Disagreeing in a partnership is not a problem, but can be a strength if you…