Harvey Mackay
Dealing with laziness
A business owner carefully observed a new employee for the first 30 days. The employee displayed a less-than-enthusiastic work ethic. Unable to restrain herself...
How to break bad habits for good
A friend of mine said his wife has the worst habit of staying up until one or two o’clock in the morning, and he...
The power of books
One of America’s most famous editors, Norman Cousins, ended his career teaching medical students. He wrote this about books:
“There is a simple non-medical technique...
Optimism is more than a rosy outlook
David, a second grader, stumbled while getting on the school bus and suffered a cut on his cheek. At recess he collided with another...
Bidding adieu to Lou
I had to say goodbye to one of my closest friends in March when we lost a national treasure with the passing of Lou...
The skills to pay the bills
One night, some forest animals discussed the importance of education for the future success of their children. A committee was formed to consider starting...
The team makes it all work
Many years ago, a musician was giving a concert in an old church. At intermission, he went behind the organ to rest. There, he...
The value of friendship
In a small village, a farmer planned a big feast to get to know his neighbors. He gathered food, lit his grill and told...
Manage your time wisely
There’s an old saying, “If we take care of the minutes, the years will take care of themselves.”
One minute doesn’t seem like much. However,...
How to find happiness
A rich man went to see a psychologist because, despite his wealth, he was not happy. The psychologist gave him three balls – one...










