When you focus on problems, you get more problems. When you focus on possibilities, you have more opportunities.

A goal casually set and lightly taken is freely abandoned at the first obstacle.

Fortunately, problems are an everyday part of our life. Consider this: If there were no problems, most of us would be unemployed. Realistically, the more problems we have and the larger they are, the greater our value to our employer.

Take time to be kind and to say 'thank you'.

A pleasing personality helps you win friends and influence people. Add character to that formula, and keep those friends and maintain that influence.

Your mate doesn't live by bread alone; he or she needs to be 'buttered up' from time to time.

When I became proficient as a salesman I was invited to teach new hires.