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Today Matters

Posted on February 1, 2010 by David C. Buchan

Today Matters John C. Maxwell. Center Street 2004, Hardcover, 336 pages, $6.48 Over the recent Christmas break my attention was taken by the simple and powerful idea that what we do today sets us up for the success of tomorrow. … Continue reading →

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Closing my open loops for 2009

Posted on January 5, 2010 by David C. Buchan

An open loop is something which is pulling on your attention. I have a few from 2009 relating to Quantum Gardener which I will close today lest they fester and end up consuming more and more of my time. 50 book … Continue reading →

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It’s A Wonderful Life

Posted on December 23, 2005 by David C. Buchan

A suggestion to reflect over the Christmas break. Continue reading →

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Develop a 5 to 1 habit

Posted on September 30, 2005 by David C. Buchan

Curt Rosengren has a practical suggestion for overcoming obstacles. He calls it a 5 to 1 habit and suggests that for each obstacle you immediately identify 5 ways around it. I might add a sixth, which is to take a … Continue reading →

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The pleasure of listening is a gift

Posted on September 28, 2005 by David C. Buchan

A good friend of mine once said to me that listening is a gift. Well, I’ve been giving plenty the past two days and I’ve received plenty in return. The focus I’ve put into listening has reaped: a deep sense … Continue reading →

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Quote on planning and work

Posted on September 21, 2005 by David C. Buchan

Here’s a great quote I found in The Art of Achievement by Tom Morris. Plans get you into things, but you got to work your way out — Will Rogers (1879-1935)

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