Empirical (em-PIR-ih-kul) — from the Greek for “experienced” — means firsthand, gained by experiment or observation rather than by reasoning alone. Example (as used by Robert Ringer today): “The empirical evidence derived from my own experience has convinced me that what I gain from moving fast far outweighs the losses I may incur [...]
By Michael Masterson | Thu, Dec 31, 2009
Before you rush into setting a bunch of goals for 2010, there is something you must do.
By Michael Masterson | Thu, Dec 31, 2009
I have a suggestion for your 2010 wealth goal: To create a second stream of income by starting your own business. This is not the only way to get rich, but it is — far and away — the most reliable way. It’s also the way that most wealthy people got that way.
By Michael Masterson | Thu, Dec 31, 2009
There are many New Year superstitions with ancient origins that are still held by some today. For example:
By Robert Ringer | Thu, Dec 31, 2009
I’ve written a lot about the importance of acting sooner rather than later, without waiting to figure out everything in advance. Human motivation certainly plays a role here. Nothing says this more succinctly than marketing guru Joe Vitale’s aphorism: Money loves speed.
By Early To Rise | Wed, Dec 30, 2009
Juggernaut (JUG-er-nawt) is an overpowering, unstoppable force. The word is derived from Jagannath (Sanskrit for “lord of the world”), an avatar of the Hindu god Krishna. It is said that worshippers — in a fit of religious fervor — would throw themselves under the wheels of a huge cart that carried [...]
By Michael Masterson | Wed, Dec 30, 2009
“Auld Lang Syne” — a very old Scottish song — is sung at the stroke of midnight in almost every English-speaking country to welcome the New Year. The title translates to “Old Long Ago.” In English, we would say “The Good Old Days.”
By Michael Masterson | Wed, Dec 30, 2009
According to a recent survey, the typical American spends about 14 minutes preparing breakfast-type foods, 16 minutes making lunchtime salads or sandwiches, and about 22 minutes cooking dinner. Why are the averages so low? Because most Americans eat pre-made (often frozen) convenience foods. I think that is especially true of hardworking entrepreneurs [...]
By Clayton Makepeace | Wed, Dec 30, 2009
When someone asks, “What do you do for a living?” there is only one correct answer. It’s not “I have a business.” A business is something you own; not something you do. The correct answer is to declare loudly and proudly…
By Brian Edmondson | Wed, Dec 30, 2009
If you could create a steady side income by putting in just a few hours a week, would you do it? Listen, it’s entirely possible. And today, I’m going to show you how.
By Early To Rise | Thu, Dec 31, 2009
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