What You Should Do Today
Of the many execrable things that happen to you when you approach 60, the recognition of mortality is the worst. You can’t avoid it. People you know – even friends and family members – are seriously sick or dying. I see death is a hateful thief. I know he will…
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The Magic of One Person
A man looks at his youth and says, “I wish I knew then what I know now.” That’s what “Eric,” a pot dealer who spent four years in jail, said to me after he had become a multimillionaire. Eric was talking about what he had learned about direct marketing. I…
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Winning and Happiness
Your cerebral computer, commonly referred to as the brain, contains a biological chip I like to think of as your Weight and Balance Happiness Scale. This remarkable scale automatically weighs every known alternative available to you at any given time and chooses the one it believes will result in the…
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Is This The Best You Can Do?
I’m fascinated by obituaries. Every Saturday morning after my workout, I buy the Globe and Mail newspaper, take it home, and spread it out over my kitchen table. Five minutes later, after petting the dog and making my healthy post-training blender drink, I meander through the sports section. On the…
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How to Support 6 Kids From Your Kitchen Table Without Going Crazy
Instead of waiting for the ‘perfect’ work environment to show up, I set myself up at the kitchen table and became successful while caring for 6 kids.
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The Greatest Secret
Normally in this letter we share wisdom with you, and sometimes we try to sell you things. Not today. There is only a hint of wisdom and absolutely nothing to buy. Today’s letter is completely different, and it starts with a WARNING: I’m willing to bet that you’re about to…
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Live Like You Were Dying
It was an odd place for deep conversation. I ran into my friend Rob in the hallway at a large Internet Marketing seminar. “Hey Rob,” I greeted him with enthusiasm, “It’s been a long time.” “Craig,” he said with hesitation, “I’m sorry I haven’t been in touch lately, but my…
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How to Save Two Hours a Day
Hit snooze and lose. Do that, and you’ve already lost the day. For the day is won in the morning. If you don’t get off to a good start, you’ll never have a chance to catch up. Right now you’re getting buried in minutiae, aren’t you? Or at least that’s…
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How to Travel Like a Pro
You’ve spent fifteen long years saving for that once-in-a-lifetime trip to Europe. You dreamed about it. You talked about it. And you finally flew over and lived it — only to be left thinking, “Was that it?” Or maybe you’re a frequent business traveler, and despite the many exotic cities…
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Slaying the Green-Eyed Monster: How to Deal with People Who are Jealous of Your Entrepreneurial Success
I once heard a great piece of advice concerning whether to tell other people how much money you make. The advice was: don’t. Reason: If you make less than they do, they will look down on you. If you make more than they do, they will resent you. Most people…
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The Role of the Matriarch in Strengthening Family Bonds
As the Bonner family matriarch – officially in charge of family and feelings – here is the fruit of my experience and reflection.
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Your Perfect Day Revealed
Good morning. You’ve awoken naturally, five minutes before your alarm clock. You kiss your spouse lightly so as not to wake them, and slide stealthily out from under the covers. Quietly, you exit the bedroom, get cleaned up and settle into your personal space designated for your morning ritual. You…
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