In countless hours I have invested in working with clients from all walks of life and studying the most successful people of our time, I have found that there are two primary two distinct approaches to learning. 1. Learn what unsuccessful people do and then don’t do it. and… 2. Learn what successful people do [...]

From the moment you wake up to the moment your eyes close at night, most of your thoughts, words and actions are habitual. Once you have identified your dominant habits, identify the source of those habits. Most of your habits were programmed into you at a very early age without you even realizing it. Many of your habits come from observing your dominant parent or caregiver. If you are habitually late, perhaps this trait was modeled for you by someone you admire. Not always but often enough. From the brand of car you drive to the brands of food you purchase, many of these habits were modeled for you and you practice them subconsciously.

Have you ever set a Goal and in the following days, weeks, months or even years, took little or no action towards it’s achievement? If so, you’re not alone. The world moves so fast these days. Not to sound like an old timer, but back in my day… we didn’t have cell phones, computers, PDA’s, [...]

An inspiring video about gratitude, perseverance, faith and courage. Nick Vujicic was born with no arms and no legs, but was an otherwise healthy baby. Try to imagine for a moment the challenges of going through daily life without arms or legs. Nick said, “School was really enjoyable for me and I really tried to [...]

By Jill Koenig Although I had a busy travel schedule this past week, just like millions of people around the world, I was glued to the television every time Michael Phelps took to the water in the Olympics. Because success leaves clues, I study the best of the best in every sport, business or craft [...]

Millions of people started the day today “hoping” for motivation to get them through the week. They woke up waiting for some external force to inspire and light a fire under them so they could make it through the day.  Not an exciting way to begin the week, do you agree? Does it make sense [...]

Have you heard the news?  Experts say America is currently in a recession. Gas prices, the unemployment rate, foreclosures, consumer debt and bankruptcies are on the rise. Now more than ever, I encourage you to address the most important economy of all. Your own internal economy, (gasp) the one between your ears,  the economy of [...]

Quote of the day: “I never do anything out of my comfort zone.” Driving ludicrous speeds, one-inch from someone’s bumper? “That’s MY comfort zone.”  -Danica Patrick =============================== =============================== Five Things You Can Learn from Danica Patrick By Jill Koenig Danica Patrick’s first racing season was in 2005 at Homestead-Miami.  That year, she became the first [...]

March Forth! By Jill Koenig You were born with infinite potential A strong and powerful force May your light shine ever so brightly And may you always March Forth A body and soul forever growing Right before our eyes A life rich with possibility As endless as the sky There are many lessons you will [...]

I was watching this remarkable video of Napoleon Hill and just sat there mezmerized. Napoleon Hill speaks of how he was surprised why Andrew Carnegie would select him to work with because of his own percieved limitations- youth, lack of education and finances. I was also struck by his vision that he came to understand [...]