January 19, 2010 “Well Done Is Better Than Well Said” Here’s a quote from everyone’s favorite printer, Ben Franklin. And, so many things that he said almost 300 years ago are still applicable today. If we can’t heed this remarkable patriot and printer’s words, well, who should we listen to? So, what is the big idea behind this important quote? Maybe it means that it’s better to do something than just contemplate it? Maybe it implies that, no matter how good something sounds, until something is actually DONE, it may be meaningless? Maybe old Ben is trying to spur us on to useful, proactive and productive activities? Often, the idea…
May 20, 2009 WHAT TO DO? OH, RIGHT, MY “TO DO” LIST! How do I love To Do Lists? Let me count the ways, or at least write a list of them! Is there a better feeling than crossing off an item on a list? I’d be hard pressed to think of many, especially if a person is determined and focused. Some things you need to do everyday, so why not write them down and cross them out as you do them? That way, you are already on your way to increased productivity as you get that adrenaline rush of having accomplished goals. This breeds the desire to do more, to achieve more,…
