This was a question someone requested from me on Quora yesterday, so I wanted to share it with you too. Q: How do successful people stay productive working long hours? A: Mustafa, this is a great question. You may have noticed that successful people have not only mastered the art of focus, but they also have […]
Before the WHY… is WHO
What is your starting point when you’re creating your business or personal goals? Unless you have been living under a rock for the past several years, your answer will be “the WHY! Of course, I start with WHY”. The concept of starting with WHY came from a genius TED talk and book by Simon Sinek. […]
Entrepreneur & Overwhelmed? 5 Steps to Deal with Depression
Entrepreneur and overwhelmed? Think you may be depressed? I can relate. See if this approach can help: 1. It’s great that you realize that this may be depression and not “the way things are”, meaning it is a subjective state of mind, meaning it doesn’t hold TRUTH in itself and can change if you’re willing […]
Instant release of stress
Last week I was on the phone with my friend from San Diego. She’s been going through a tough time. If you’re juggling several projects that each feels like a full time job, you understand – it’s stressful! My friend is in charge of a large technology project for a bank that is driving her […]
Ace your exams with less stress
With exams in full swing, November can be a pressure cooker for students. The challenge is to succeed without allowing stress to take a heavy toll on your body and mind. In this article, I will share strategies for managing stress while performing at your best under pressure. First, you need to understand that the […]
Are we preparing our teens for the “real world”?
Share this article: Last month I had a privilege of speaking at high school seniors of Valley High School in Santa Ana, CA. On the surface, this was a typical Southern California high school, with busy schedule and students getting ready for their final exams before heading to colleges and looking for jobs. However, there […]
How One Teen Radically Changed His Life in Less Than One Month
Share this article: He walked into the room – tall, slim, gangly African American teenager – 18 years old. Shoulders forward. Gaze cast down. He shyly crossed the room and sat in a small chair. His long skinny legs stretched out and arms crossed, he looked uncomfortable as he tried to take as little space […]