The measure of a man is the way he bears up under misfortune.
- Plutarch
Hector Picard is a pretty remarkable guy.
When he was in his early 20′s, Hector was involved in a horrible work related accident that nearly claimed his life. Despite being electrocuted by 13,000 volts of electricity Continue Reading…
Dignity cannot wait for better times.
- Alberto Cairo
I’m a big fan of TED Talks. These brief talks are short, inspirational, and thought provoking. They always challenge me to think in different directions and see things in a different light. If you’re not familiar with them, check them out here: www.ted.com. Even better, check out their Continue Reading…
The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate.
- Oprah Winfrey
As we all head out and hit the weekend, let’s take a moment to celebrate the achievement of a former colleague and a very dear friend. Jeanette Aviles has been promoted to Director of Sales & Marketing at the Sheraton Puerto Rico Hotel and Casino!
When I used to lead teams in the hospitality industry, my philosophy Continue Reading…
Keep things in perspective
Happiness cannot be traveled to, owned, earned, worn or consumed. Happiness is the spiritual experience of living every moment with love, grace, and gratitude.
- Denis Waitley
I once worked with a guy named Bob Graziano. I was two years out of college and it was my first job in sales. I didn’t particularly like the job, but it was instrumental in setting the course for my career.
Apart from the many lessons I took away in the area of sales, I learned a lot about life by watching Bob.
Bob was an older gentleman with Continue Reading…
There is room at the top
I’ll go anywhere, as long as it’s forward.
- David Livingstone
My favorite band is the Avett Brothers. By a long shot. And I’m not a guy that has “favorites.” With so much fantastic variety in this world there is something to enjoy in almost everything. Why bother going through the exercise of naming favorites?
But the Avett Brothers are different. They pen soul-searching, honest lyrics and are true artists with the stories Continue Reading…
