We live in a time and world that gives us so many opportunities. With the technological proliferation and permeation of every aspect of our lives and every sector of our society, I am fascinated and energized by the opportunities we have to read and grow all the time. There should be no excuse for not growing and living up to our full potential with so many resources available to us that weren't to our predecessors just a couple of generations ago. 

Just think about it, we have access to:

1. Public Libraries that are filled with a variety of books that we can all enjoy free of charge (yes it is not totally free - taxpayers pay for it, but that is not the point here),
2. Online Programs/Apps, like Audible, that allow listening to books while driving, alone or with the family on a road trip, or doing chores at home, or exercising,
3. Various sources and online bookstores for purchasing used books at much lower prices than buying the new books,
4. Access to information online through various r
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Do you want to be successful? No matter how many people I have asked this question, the answer is always – “yes.” I have never met a single person that doesn’t want to be successful.  

However, the answer is not as straightforward when I ask: “What does success look like to you?” Everyone has a different answer. 

If you look up the definition of success in any dictionary, it’s clear that wealth accumulation is used as the primary gauge for success. However, as you explore the stories of many successful people and mentors, wealth accumulation is never the singular driving force for those who’ve achieved great successes. Don't get me wrong, financial stability and prosperity are also important. In fact, I truly believe that money provides 3 things:

1. Conveniences to live beyond survival mode
2. Freedom to live up to your dreams
3. Opportunities to lead others towards living up to their dreams

The point here is that personal and business successes come by shifting focus away from the mo...

Personal growth and self-leadership is the bridge between where you are today and where you'll be tomorrow. The future is full of potential. However, the majority of us aren't accessing or even able to realize this fantastic gift. You probably know the adage: "Absence of evidence is not evidence of absence." It's true. If you aren't able to see the results you're trying to accomplish, it doesn't mean you lack potential. Instead, we need to manifest it and believe it before we can see it. Unfortunately, tunnel vision keeps us stuck in our current circumstances. Don't be affixed to the light at the end of the tunnel. Problems arise when people solely focus on achieving the result, causing many to give up prematurely.

Instead, see your growth as a metaphoric bridge. A bridge that allows you to both recognize and navigate the endless possibilities ahead of you. See the bridge transporting you to all the places you wish and need to be in life. While traveling on this bridge, stop and celeb...