Take Heart, You’re Just in a Cycle

Take Heart, You’re Just in a Cycle

A recent article by Peter Leyden (1) made the case that this political and economic turmoil we are experiencing is part of a very predictable 80-year cycle.  It seems that every 80 years or so, the US goes through a time of shaking and re-setting, where a new order of...
The Hidden Path to Sales Success

The Hidden Path to Sales Success

In my twenty plus years of educating sales people, I have encountered tens of thousands of sales people. The vast majority of them want to do better. They want the benefits of greater success: Increased income, greater respect from their peers and managers, and...
Most People Don’t Think Deeply

Most People Don’t Think Deeply

Some time ago, one of my clients challenged me to record the 20 most important lessons I’ve learned.  After a great deal of reflection, I eventually came up with 25.  This is one. Most people don’t think deeply. I know that sounds harsh and doesn’t sit well with many...