Category Archives: Motivation & Success

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Getting Worse to Get Better [VIDEO]

Here’s a short video where I explain why sometimes you have to be willing to get worse in order to get a whole lot better: If you like it, please share it!

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More Lessons From My Favorite Rock Band of All Time!

Pop quiz: What band wrote the following songs: Working Man Fly By Night La Villa Strangiato Far Cry Show Don’t Tell Subdivisions Tom Sawyer If you answered, “Rush” congratulations! You win a hearty smile of approval from me. If you … Continue reading

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New Demo Video!

I have a new demo video for my keynote speaking business! This one does a great job of capturing my energy, humor, and crowd interaction. Check it out: (If you would like a similar video for your speaking business, drop … Continue reading

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3 Success Lessons From My Terrible Year in Little League

The people who know me well know that I am not a fan of baseball. I only watch baseball during the World Series. When the Philadelphia Phillies are in it. During the second half of the game. If it’s not … Continue reading

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Why and How Anyone Can Learn to Improvise [VIDEO]

Have you ever wondered why some people can improvise quickly and effectively? Do you think that some people are just born with that ability while others are not? If so, watch this short video where I explain why and how … Continue reading

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7 Ways To Let Go of What’s Ailing You

I have a guest post up at Pick The Brain. You can read it here:

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Reboot Your Life!

Superman is dead. Again. But don’t worry, he’s coming back. Again… I am not referring to the comic book Superman who was killed off by Doomsday in the 90’s. I am referring to the Superman movie series, which originally gave … Continue reading

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5 Ways to Avoid Impatient Stupidity

Are you impatient? I am (or at least I can be). Impatience in and of itself is not a bad thing. It all comes down to how you deal with it… There is a weird phenomenon that occurs on city … Continue reading

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Interview on the “Full Potential Show”

I was recently interviewed by James Rick Stinson, “Mr. Full Potential” on the “Full Potential Show.” You can see the video (it is a recorded Skype video) here: Avish Parashar: “Using Comedy and Improv As Business Tools” We talk about … Continue reading

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Success Tip: Stop Listening to Conventional Wisdom

Do you ever feel like you are fighting an uphill battle? Like the world is not set up to allow you to achieve your dreams? Take heart, because as it turns out, even when conventional wisdom is against you, you … Continue reading

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