Archive for November, 2008

“The harder the conflict, the more glorious the triumph”
I love this quote.. it’s a bit of a reminder that business (and life too for that matter) is not easy. I’m currently in the development stages for my next product launch and it challenege after challenge.
The market research, the writing of 100’s of pages, the organization [...]

I just made a quick video with 2 of my best productivity tips. Most of all just make sure you have a quiet place to concentrate when you are trying to get your work done.
You can watch the video by clicking here.

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Everywhere I go these days it seems people can’t be bothered to offer up a hello, how are you, please, thank you, you’re welcome, etc.
I’m talking about everyone from the guy at the auto service department, the girl at the coffee shop, the cashier at the hardware store.
Maybe I’m old fashion, but I place a [...]

I read this great article on Yahoo! today about ways to be happier. Life is short so i’m all for little tweaks I can make to make me happier.
Here is an excerp:
“10. Take action - Some people assume happiness is mostly a matter of inborn temperament: You’re born an Eeyore or a Tigger, and that’s that. Although it’s [...]

If you have followed my blog in 2008 you will know I purchased my first single family home back in April. I owned a beach condo before this but nothing compares to having my own place with a yard, garage, no neighbors, etc.
But I digress! Back in April 08′ I thought the real estate bubble [...]