The Toyota Effect
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Recent Posts
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The Key to Unlocking Human Potential
Maya Angelou believed there was one key to unlocking human potential: “I am convinced that courage is the most important of all the virtues. Because without courage, you cannot practice any other virtue consistently. You can be kind for a… Read More ›
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The Delicate Matter of Unsolicited Advice
As usual, Seth Godin did not pull any punches in his latest blog post (Unrequested advice, insufficient data, unexplored objectives). I felt thoughtful after reading the brief but powerful message. My assumption is usually that people come to me with… Read More ›
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Wake Refreshed: Nose Breathing and Mouth Taping at Night
Sleep is not a luxury. It’s a necessity for optimal functioning.
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Life Lessons from 100-Year-Olds
Centenarians offer their advice on careers, love, family and more. 100 years of life experience condensed into a few glorious minutes.
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Collaborate to Amplify Your Efforts
Collaborate to magnify your impact.
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Self-Acceptance vs. Self-Improvement [Video]
Explore the delicate balance between self-acceptance and self-improvement.
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Living an Authentic Life Makes You Stronger [Video]
Dr. Peterson talks about suffering, existentialism, overcoming trials to achieve goals, lifting people out of poverty, the conscience, and refusing to operate in the great lie.
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Lisa Nicholas: An Inspiring Story
Lisa Nichols transformed her life and has made a career out of helping others do the same.
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The Truth About Self-Motivation
The key to really making things happen and changing our lives is decision making. Most importantly, taking quick action once a decision is made.
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Value
Most of the emotional distress that clients suffer—indeed, much of the psychological dysfunction in the world in general—comes from substituting power for value.
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How to Think Like Leonardo da Vinci ( book short notes)
Part 1 book review and 7 key concepts for thinking like Leonardo DaVinci.
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Challenge Passive Listeners
I spend a lot of time exploring various topics. Usually, one article leads to the next. On good days, I come across a true gem like this article on how to handle passive people by Joe Neely. Here’s an excerpt:… Read More ›
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7 TIPS FOR HANDLING AN EMBARRASSING REJECTION
Excellent tips on how to quickly recover from embarassing events.
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An Act of Self-definition
Everything you do defines you.
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Quotations by Mark Twain
Words of wisdom from Mark Twain.
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Making a New Decision
“It’s almost impossible to persuade someone that he’s wrong. Almost impossible to make your argument louder and sharper and have the other person say, “I was wrong and I will change my mind.” Far more effective: Help someone make a… Read More ›
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You Can Choose Your Stress Response
You can choose how you respond to stressful situations.
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Emotional Labor
Today’s work environment requires emotional labor.
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A True Soul Mate
“People think a soul mate is your perfect fit, and that’s what everyone wants. But a true soul mate is a mirror, the person who shows you everything that is holding you back, the person who brings you to your… Read More ›
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Professional Development ›
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The Toyota Effect
July 16, 2018
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Life Lessons from 100-Year-Olds
December 1, 2017
Self-Awareness ›
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Self-Acceptance vs. Self-Improvement [Video]
November 6, 2017
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Value
September 25, 2017
Self-Improvement ›
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You Can Choose Your Stress Response
June 1, 2017
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Taking My Own Advice
October 12, 2015
Sherry Clayton Works 