When was the last time you wrote a letter to someone? Not an e-mail or a Facebook message, but a real letter on real paper, sealed in a real envelope and mailed with a real stamp?
Better yet, when was the last time you received a letter from someone? How did it make you feel? Imagine how you would feel today if you received a letter in the mail from someone who really cared.
Have you ever bounced a check?
Most of us have at one time or another. Whether it was because of a mistake in your checkbook, an oversight, or some other reason, bouncing a check is no fun… and it can be rather embarrassing.
Although I don’t remember the last time I bounced a check, I do recall an incident that was pretty embarrassing, and yet a little funny at the same time.
When Elvis left the building for the last time, he left behind a legacy in the music industry.
Last night, my daughter and I watched one of the most intriguing concerts I have ever seen on television. It was a concert of Elvis Presley, but Elvis wasn’t present on stage. This concert was held 25 years after his death. Elvis died in Memphis in 1977. This concert was held in Memphis in 2002, yet the venue was packed and the crowd was electrified with excitement.
Why would there be a packed venue of concert-goers 25 years after the death of the artist?
As we transition to another year, I am excited about the prospects this new year brings.
If all goes according to plan, we will film Inspiration (Pop. 2929), a movie based on my book The Street Sweeper, in February. It should be released sometime around September of 2012. There is a new book on the horizon that will go deep into Revelation #1 from The Street Sweeper. Also, I look forward to connecting with you even more through this blog.
In a recent coaching session with Jon, a very successful client, we discussed best practices in daily planning. At the end of each day, it’s worthwhile to consider how effective you were that day in planning and execution. One of the reasons Jon is so successful is that he plans and executes extremely well.
If you follow college football, you probably know that “RG3” stands for Robert Griffin III, the Baylor University quarterback who was just awarded the Heisman Trophy, the most coveted award given to a college football player. RG3 was the first player from Baylor University ever to win the Heisman.
Some people call him Superman. He overcame an injury which required surgery and went on to accomplish great things on the field. Many say he took the Baylor team on his back and carried them this season. When they do, RG3 is quick to point out that their success was a team effort and he was only playing a role.
During the Heisman award show, RG3 was asked about his collection of superhero action figures.
Studies indicate that the human brain produces, on average, 70,000 thoughts per day. Considering that there are 86,400 seconds in a day, a new thought is produced about every 1.2 seconds. Sometimes I believe it may be more than that.
I’ve met a lot of nice people in my life. Some have become lifelong friends while others have been quick encounters.
One of the nicest guys I’ve ever met is a guy who attended my home church for years. He was an older gentleman affectionately known as “Brother Bane.” This Thanksgiving, he cooked dinner for his family. On Friday he had a stroke, and on Saturday he was gone. We are only left with his memory.
One of my favorite verses of scripture states that it is more blessed to give than to receive. If that is true, and I believe it is…
Wouldn’t you be more blessed if you could give more without it costing you anything? There is something that everyone can give that is completely without cost to you, the giver.
You can give thanks!
This journey we call “Life” can be rough. At times, the ride can get rather bumpy.
The good news is that we can all do something to help smooth out the ride if we follow 3 simple disciplines.
On a recent flight from Atlanta to Orange County, the ride got a little bumpy. Not too bad, but rough enough to realize that things could get uncomfortable quickly. I had a seat over the most stable part of the plane, the wing. I also had a great view of what was going on just outside my window.
The wing was flapping through the bumps!
Tim has been coaching business professionals and leaders with Building Champions since 2002. He has frequently been invited to speak to groups across the U.S. and Canada. Tim’s passion is helping people discover their heart, translate that into a clear vision, and execute with excellence so they can experience the fruition of their goals in life and business.
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