What vs Why: I Have So Much to Learn



This talk gave me some insight into so many things--things I'm pondering at the moment. What do you think?

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Howard said…
It is amazing what we can learn from the business world. I have recently been exploring some audio books on business leadership and it without a doubt can be applied in our field.
I didn't know about this website thank you!
11:31 AM
Barry said…
Nice link Tracy and the video is both inspiring and immediately applicable. I am quite close to opening my own facility with my training partner and this video has sent me a timely message: explain your cause, and then explain what you intend to do about it.
8:07 AM
Tracy Fober said…
Barry,

Best of luck with your facility! I know I tend to error on the side of what and not emphasize why--and let me passion for why show.

And do keep up the good work with your blog. I really enjoy it.

Tracy
5:28 AM
JH said…
I found it interesting that he used Dr. MLK as the exmaple for success. His dream was not a business dream nor based on productivity but freedom. Perhaps the lesson is that our purpose, when man made, fails us, while pursuing a cause for truth transcendent of ourselves although not easy, prevails.
10:26 AM
Yoga Wimbledon said…
Good briefing What vs Why, its really good.
2:47 AM
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