Nothing is impossible; it is only you who stops yourself from achieving it. Gabriel Patterson, of Winnipeg, is the creator and principal of Bethmann Lombard Bancorp and has directed the firm since 2005. As a masterful investment banker, Mr. Patterson has become an expert in securities, real estate, offshore…
Stand for what you believe in and go after what you want and not what others want for you. John Angelicchi is an Orlando-based real estate agent who provides his clients with award-winning results. In an industry fueled by bottom-lines, John is a breath of fresh air at LoKation Real…
Keep listening, keep learning and look for others that can lead. Answering these questions reignites that passion. Ed Crain is President of Kingstar Direct and Kingstar Media. He has specialized for more than 30 years in entrepreneurial product launches and brand building, as well as in strategic media campaigns…
Being productive isn’t just about putting out volumes of work, it’s about organizing yourself to maximize your unscheduled time completing the highest priority tasks. Jennifer Terrell of Nashville, Tennessee, is a lifelong student of the craft of sales and sales management. Rather than using her impressive academic pedigree from…
Try, try, try, try. Always try and keep trying. You may fail or make mistakes along the way. That’s okay. Learn from them and keep trying. The healthcare field requires much of the professionals who choose to participate in it. Care, sensitivity, and the highest level of competence are…
Stay up to date on changes that affect your profession. Harold Adrion is an international tax consultant working in New York City. He has been practicing tax law for more than 35 years. He has provided his expertise on numerous international transactions, including mergers and acquisitions. He strives to…
If you want to be a great thinker and inspire great thinking in others, learning about thinking itself doesn’t hurt. There are many excellent resources on cognition, metacognition, and practices like visible thinking that can help you and your team. Russell Hazard is the director of the Teaching, Learning,…
Consult others more. Many people think of it as a weakness, but I believe getting a lot of advice and opinions helps me make better decisions. Dave Domzalski is the founder and editor of Hero Story. Hero Story is a weekly newsletter that features stories of everyday people doing…
Step out of life’s hurricane and gain a clear perspective. Following your passion, by caring and having compassion for those around you, is the new chapter in the life of Jeanne Rowzee, founder, and CEO of Homeward Bound Animal Rescue. In 2001, she was inspired to open an animal…
Recognize a hurdle and find a way over it. Then, take time to reflect on what created that situation so it can be prevented moving forward. Never allow yourself to become complacent. Connor Mulvey grew up in the suburbs of southwest Chicago. In his youth, he displayed a strong…