Unfortunately, too many executives believe the myths about trust. Myths like how trust is soft and is merely a social virtue. The reality is that trust is hard-edged and is an economic driver.

We hear a lot about identity theft when someone takes your wallet and pretends to be you and uses your credit cards. But the more serious identity theft is to get swallowed up in other people's definition of you.

I believe that there are parts to human nature that cannot be reached by either legislation or education, but require the power of God to deal with.

Most people struggle with life balance simply because they haven't paid the price to decide what is really important to them.

Motivation is a fire from within. If someone else tries to light that fire under you, chances are it will burn very briefly.

In the end, life teaches us what is important, and that is family.

Writing distills, crystallizes, and clarifies thought.