After interviewing 4126 men and following their career, Dr. Jan Halper concluded that many men sacrificed their personal lives and personal values for their careers and companies, but it did not give them self-esteem, confidence, or even a freedom from the tough times. Indeed, Halper writes, “By sacrificing their values for status, placing more importance on appearances than happiness, and …
A man walked into a psychiatrist’s office. He said, “Doc, every time I see nickels, dimes, and quarters, I have a panic attack! What’s my problem?” “Oh, that’s easy,” the doctor answered. “You’re just afraid of change.” Well, maybe you, or your team, or your company is afraid of change — especially in these turbulent times. So you shy away …
The old man lived alone because his only son was in prison. One day the old man wrote a letter to his son, saying: Dear Son, I am feeling pretty bad because it looks like I won’t be able to plant my potato garden this year. I’m just getting too old to be digging up a garden plot. If you …
The other day I was chatting with my family doctor who is 77 years old … and has chosen not to retire from his medical practice. In fact, he told me, “I find excitement in the challenge of keeping up with all the advancements in the medical field. I read trade journals, listen to audio CDs, watch DVDs, attend seminars, …
