The Joy of Giving, and Giving, and Giving, and….

In a film that deserved much more fanfare than it got, About Schmidt, tells the story of a man who seems to have lost his way in the world.  One of the things that brings his life meaning is giving money to an orphan boy “Ndugu.”  From this film came two great quotes:
“I suppose the […]

Losing Weight Takes Guts

Losing weight is way more complicated that it should be, because it involves many more elements than it should. In a perfect world, losing weight would be tied to the amount you eat or how often you exercise. However, it’s tied to emotions, misconceptions, how you were raised, and so many other factors and attitudes, […]

Hulk Hogan and Personal Development

Current family circumstances notwithstanding, Hulk Hogan is one of the ultimate personal development examples in America.  Growing up, he was not just a pop culture icon, but he was the guy everyone at school would love to be friends with, and for good reason.  It wasn’t just the hyped up red and yellow fury he […]

Thrift - Tips on Saving, Scrimping and Being Thrifty

Thrift is not a four letter word, although some people treat it as such.  Thrift is a way to maximize your dollar and have more wealth stored up for tomorrow.  Rarely do Americans these days put the proper amount of stock in being thrifty.  The idea of it is almost repulsive, because being thrifty means […]

Treat Your Savings Like a Plant and Watch It Grow

Your savings account, your IRA, your 401k and your savings in general should be treated the way a farmer treats his crops.  Farming is the perfect analogy when it comes to developing healthy savings, because it takes time, dedication, patience, persistence, discipline and sacrifice to make crops and savings grow to maturity.
Here are a few […]

Truth About Bottled Water

Part of the search for personal development is a search for the truth.  As the saying goes, “The truth shall set you free.”  When it comes to bottled water, the truth will set your wallet, your mind and the environment free.
Here are some truths and some tips on bottled water:

In 2003, Americans spent $7 billion […]

The Wizard of Oz and 3 Tips on Personal Finance

When it comes to money and investing, there are a million challenges to properly securing your financial future.  Most of these things you have no control over, such as inflation.  However, the cinematic masterpiece “The Wizard of Oz” has a few nuggets of truth that can be followed in the financial world.
1. Follow the Yellow […]

Life After Failure

The hardest part of life is failure, other than death of course. Failure is something that has plagued mankind since the beginning. Even in the Bible, Adam had to deal with his own failings while still protecting and caring for his family.
George Bernard Shaw, the great Irish playwright, once said “A life spent […]

Success and the New York Yankees: Emulating the Bronx Bombers

You may not be a fan of the New York Yankees, but it’s hard to deny their success over the decades in building perennial playoff contenders and championship teams. Here are some of the ways the Yankees have defined baseball with their success over the last 100 years or so:
1. Confidence - […]

Personal Development: The Truth About Being Your Own Boss

Many movies often include a major character beginning their own business after years of frustration with their boss or company, and many Americans fantasize with the life they could lead if they only were their own bosses.
If becoming your own boss is your goal, or even the next step in your life, here are some […]