Everyone has the power to impact the outcome of his life. The way to do it is to focus on today. . . It is too late for yesterday. And you can't depend on tomorrow.

Diligent follow-up and follow-through will set you apart from the crowd and communicate excellence.

People say, "John, what's your personal growth?" And ask "How do you grow?" And I tell them. I thought, "Why do I keep telling them, why don't I just write a book on what I call personal growth?" And that's what this [Today Matters] book is.

If you want to make a positive impact, no matter how far-reaching, start at home. Treat your family members like treasures.

You will never change your life until you change something you do daily. The secret of your success is found in your daily routine.

People who love life have charisma because they fill the room with positive energy.

Followers are always watching what you do. And people do what people see! If you are a leader seeking to make your vision come alive, then there is no better way to accomplish this than by living it: Modeling your expectations, setting the example by your actions, and showing the way through leading. Your followers, who are watching, will see in you the living picture of the vision, and you will produce the energy, motivation and passion to keep it going.