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Why it isn’t second nature to you

January 16, 2014 by Steve Laswell

Did you know 508 million people speak English? While English ranks second to Mandarin (1 billion+) it is the official language of more countries than any other language.

However, the American traveler’s opening question remains, “Do you speak English?”

Language is important

Everyday we use language to express how we feel, what we desire, or we seek understanding. We set expectations, solve problems, and…

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Where will you breakthrough?

January 9, 2014 by Steve Laswell

It’s a serious conversation. The weight of the words uttered behind the merry-go-round demand strong proof regarding the speaker’s sincerity, integrity, and commitment. Standing tall, the fourth grader summons her courage, “Cross my heart and hope to die.”

The promise

Promises matter.

A promise deals in potential, possibilities, and something significant: what you hope for in the future. Starting this New Year, you believe advancement is…

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Who you will become

January 2, 2014 by Steve Laswell

“Your height is a blessing,” his grandmother assured him. Teased by his classmates as the tallest kid in class, Kevin wasn’t so sure.

His mother, Wanda, encouraged his participation in sports. Raising her family in Suitland, Maryland – a tough neighborhood outside Washington, D.C. – she hoped team sports would help keep him and his brother Anthony, out of trouble. She created the opportunity for…

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What’s the nitty-gritty behind successful people?

December 19, 2013 by Steve Laswell

Imagine an old table. The current finish covers three other layers of paint hiding the beautiful red oak grain. Your goal: to restore the natural wood with a hand rubbed finish.

The paint surrenders to the abrasive aluminum oxide 60-grit sandpaper. With time, the wood grain is revealed confirming the value of your second-hand store snag.

The oak wood has smaller imperfections requiring additional preparation….

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Do you have what it takes to change?

October 3, 2013 by Steve Laswell

“Well, I was more aware of my behavior,” Terry reported.

“Asking questions is hard. I’m used to telling. Asking questions takes a lot of thought,” he continued.

“Remember to start with who, what, when, where, or (if you’re careful with your tone of voice) why, and how?” I encouraged.

“I had a lot of meetings last week; did pretty good, but blew it in a meeting with…

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How do you plow through obstacles?

September 12, 2013 by Steve Laswell

Like boulders on a train track, there is no shortage of obstacles — problems, difficulties, hindrances, complications, hurdles or stumbling blocks can limit your success. Expect anything less and you live with an unrealistic expectation.

In railroading, there is a device at the front of a locomotive used to deflect obstacles from hitting the engine. Preventing potential derailment, the pilot pushes obstacles upward and sideways to…

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Climb out of the dumpster

April 29, 2013 by Steve Laswell

Before opening his menu to order breakfast, Scott reeled off updates on his life. His concern? “It’s turning into a season.” (An extended life experience instead of a speed bump.)

Chris Devers via Compfight

Last week a key player on his team suffered a stroke….

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