"When we feel stuck, going nowhere -- even starting to slip backward -- we may actually be backing up to get a running start." -- Dan Millman
Entries by bronwynr
Who needs a book on public speaking?
Tim Ferriss replies to the question: What books should I read to learn how to get good at public speaking? ... in five minutes. This is practical advice, worth reading. Not sure about the diet coke!! http://bit.ly/9TSu3e
Seven Ways to Boost Your Mind Power
By Randy Hall Intelligence is something most people wish they had more in abundance because it can open doors, create wealth and make it possible for you to do things easier. If you are one of these people the read on as the few steps may just be the key to the doorway of a […]
Inside Pixar’s Leadership
Martin Giles from the Economist interviews interviews Ed Catmull, President of Pixar
This week’s award winner
The Gathering won the Man Booker Prize winner for 2007 ~ Anne Enright The Gathering is a family epic. It is also a sexual history: tracing the line of hurt and redemption through three generations - starting with the grandmother, Ada Merriman - showing how memories warp and family secrets fester. This is a novel about […]
"Economic disaster begins with a philosophy of doing less and wanting more." -- Jim Rohn
Thought for the Day
“You have to have confidence in your ability, and then be tough enough to follow through.” -Rosalynn Carter
Break time may improve memory
Taking a rest break—while awake—can help strengthen memories, a new study suggests. “Your brain is working for you when you’re resting, so rest is important for memory and cognitive function,” Lila Davachi observes. “This is something we don’t appreciate much, especially when today’s information technologies keep us working round-the-clock.” (Courtesy: NYU) The findings, which appear […]
What should you do when the fire alarm rings during your presentation?
Jason writes: About eight minutes into my breakfast presentation to the local chamber of commerce at a fancy restaurant the fire alarm rang. The alarm was annoyingly loud so naturally I stopped speaking and forced a smile. You can imagine my first thoughts. They were angry selfish thoughts. Why now? Why me? However I did […]
"Wherever you are is always the right place. There is never a need to fix anything, to hitch up the bootstraps of the soul and start at some higher place. Start right where you are." -- Julia Cameron …………………………………………………………… Super-size your life I know you want to achieve specific goals and enjoy tremendous success this […]
