(Principles are basic truths that, when applied, cause success to come to you easier and quicker.)   The best way to take care of the future is to take care of the present moment. Reality won’t go away because you don’t want to know. We see what we believe rather than what we see. Something…

(Distinctions are subtleties of language that, when gotten, cause a shift in a belief, behavior, value or attitude.)   To have an advantage is to have an edge, a leg up, a better view. Looking for, and finding advantages is part of becoming, and staying, successful. Successful in business, of course, but advantages are useful…

(Quotes are capsules of information, reinforcement or enlightenment.)   “Your ego is not your amigo.” Jared Dillian   Coaching Point: He’s referring to having your ego-driven emotions interfere with making effective investment decisions. It’s certainly well known that buying and selling from either fear or greed is not useful. Many think of that which is…

(Great questions lead to great answers; weak questions, weak ones.)   “What can I prepare for today?”   Coaching Point: Professionals prepare. One difference between a professional and an amateur. She prepares for a 100 yard race by running miles of practice. Months of music practice prepares him to give a one hour concert. Maybe…