50 Cent Vs. Plato

The well known rapper 50 Cent coined the phrase, “Get Rich or Die Tryin”. I can’t help but think, however, what a selfish, sad, (and eventually unsuccessful) way to live life. Now, this might be my first “dis” to a rapper, so I’ll have to make it count; I want to...

I Am Thankful To Have A Glass With Something In It

When asked if I am a “glass half empty” or a “glass half full” kind of person, I respond with, “I am just thankful to have a glass with something in it!” To me, it doesn’t matter whether you are pessimistic or optimistic; the important underlying message is to always...

If Opportunity Doesn’t Knock, Go Knocking!

Though it may be rare, sometimes a big sale will fall right into your lap. If it is handled properly, you can capitalize on the opportunity to bring about a successful sale. In some cases, albeit rare, a large sales opportunity will fall into the lap of an...

The Toilet Paper Roll Debate: Over the Top!

There are many questions in life that spark impassioned debate and discourse. One such question is: Should the toilet paper roll off the top or bottom of the roll when placed in a toilet paper holder? Using the powers of logic and reasoning, I intend to answer to this...

The Way Of The Peaceful Salesperson

“What do you want to be when you grow up?” it’s a common question for children, high-schoolers, and even university graduates. Answers will vary based on who you’re asking, but usually we hear: “I want to be a doctor… a judge… a baker… a firefighter…”. Let me ask you...

The simple reason you are losing customers

Do you find that your customers are reminding you more and more of the Great Houdini? One minute they are here and the next minute they’ve disappeared, never to be seen again? Perhaps they aren’t returning your phone calls or responding to your emails. Maybe, in that...