Harvey Mackay
Don’t beat yourself up
We all try to do our best, at least most of the time. And when we don’t succeed, often we are our own harshest...
Physical office changing, as Gen Z enters workforce
A son is reading a newspaper while sitting on a bench with his aging father, who is taking in a beautiful, sunny day. Suddenly,...
Let go of old grudges
While visiting with a friend over coffee one morning, a young woman complained, “Every time my husband and I get into an argument, he...
Slowing down during busy times
A young and successful executive was traveling down a neighborhood street, enjoying his new Jaguar. He was watching for kids darting out from between...
These children are the future
A well-known businessman received an award for his philanthropy. During the ceremony honoring his good works, he was asked to share some of the...
Go from boring to roaring
In a classic “Peanuts” cartoon, Charlie Brown says to Lucy, “I have a great fear of being boring.” Then in the next panel, Charlie...
Pithy lessons that last
We can learn much from observing geese in flight. First, people who share a common direction and a sense of community get where they...
Play ball! Lessons from the diamond
With baseball season in full swing, it’s time to salute America’s pastime. And in recognition of April being National Humor Month, I’m sharing some...
The ABCs of customer service
Whatever business you are in – manufacturing, retail, health care, travel, high tech – you must realize that first and foremost, you are in...
Fostering healthy debate
I was struck by an article in Bits & Pieces magazine about how the Wright brothers fiercely argued over every decision – so much...











