3 things which will get you ahead in 2019

Every year presents a new opportunity for a fresh start. Get ahead of the year and position yourself for success by doing the following. 1.Set goals early. The only way progress can be measured is if goals are set. Get a pen and paper and get to work. I suggest you make goals in the

It’s okay if you fall…

It’s not okay if you remain there… I remember a time when I beat myself up whenever I made a mistake or did something wrong. I would remain bitter for hours even days. This led to me being constantly on my toes, meticulously crossing every ‘T’ and dotting every ‘I’. I felt even worse if

Perspective is everything

A problem is only as big as our minds make it to be. Large objects like mountains or even the heavenly bodies (stars, sun, moon, planets) look minuscule to the viewer standing at a distance or on earth. With the proper light, a small object can cast a gigantic shadow and seem very intimidating. Irrespective

How to Increase Your Value

  “The illiterate of the 21st century will not be those who cannot read and write but those who cannot learn, unlearn and relearn.” - Alvin Toffler. Increasing your value is tied to what you have to offer which is your value proposition. Your value proposition determines the measure of your compensation. People will only part with their money when they

how I stopped looking to others for approval and why you also should stop

I could begin by giving reasons why I felt the need for the approval of others. The reasons will include my childhood being the youngest of many children and constantly being told what and what not to do. Or I could mention my social need to be noticed and acknowledged which has now be digitized

3 Ways to discover your purpose

Everyone is born with this question hanging over them and some never find out the answer sadly. It does not matter what your age is, it is never to late to discover what your purpose in life is. For some, purpose is easily identified and for others it may take a number of years and failed attempts before they find the elusive answer.

I can and I will…

“Every sustained change in a man’s life begins with a change of lifestyle” Jacob had struggled all his life. Everything he had acquired involved some form of subterfuge. Again and again he conned his way to get what he wanted. The course of his life seemed to be controlled by his name; Trickster. Could he

Be Brave, Be Fearless

A few days ago, I had an appointment which I had to walk to. Just stepping out I realised it was pouring rain (in my part of the world this is quite the norm!). Just then, I was gripped with fear. Not fear of being run over by a truck or slipping and breaking my

Money and how to attract more of it

So I recently had a new insight regarding money and wanted to share it with my followers. The truth is that money is attracted to the one who handles it with care. The truth behind the assertion can best be understood if money is compared to a lover that is being courted. You would do everything

The Lapel Pin

The lapel pin, also know as a boutonniere, has been around for as long as there were weddings and comes in all shapes and sizes.  These days, however, they have become more regular accessories than a once-in-a-life time suit prop. Courtesy: Harrington Flowers New designs, more minimalistic, have made them less flamboyant and more versatile. They

The Pocket Square

The use of handkerchiefs and pocket squares as an accessory is an old practice that dates back to the 800’s. Today, they are more popular than ever, with many dashing men adding a pocket square to their outfits. I recently caught on the pocket square statement. I call it a ‘statement’ because that is exactly

Why this debate is not just about Tithing

14 In the temple courts he found people selling cattle, sheep and doves, and others sitting at tables exchanging money. 15 So he made a whip out of cords, and drove all from the temple courts, both sheep and cattle; he scattered the coins of the money changers and overturned their tables. 16 To those who sold doves