When Aristo was thinking of the golden ages he was dreaming a time like these. Aristo. That’s like before America was discovered. Like real, actual people who lived before Christians, Muslims, Atheist, Hindus ever existed. Well, even before there was even a religion…. Like old times. This is how far we as human family have [...]
Category Archives: Motivation
Starting a new day…. Every day
Posted by Turk Akbay on February 7, 2008
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The first hour is the rudder of the day. We essentially set the tone ( or the vibe) for the day starting the moment we’re awake. Here is an exercise for you. Tomorrow morning as soon as you’re awake pay attention to what’s going on in your head. Even before you get out of bed. [...]
When to start training your employees
Posted by Turk Akbay on January 22, 2008
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When you hire a new employee you have about a week to set him/her up for success or failure. During the interview: the prospective employee does not really think about anything other than ” I need to get this job.” When the job offer is made: Employee is the happiest. New job represents a new [...]
How to take action Consistently
Posted by Turk Akbay on December 13, 2007
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Steve and I must be sharing the same source of intuition. Every time I read his posts I feel like I’m reading my own thoughts. Even our wives have similarities. If I wasn’t born 7000 miles from the US I’d think we’re related in this plane too. On his new post he’s outlining how to [...]
Posted by Turk Akbay on December 10, 2007
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Saturday was Charlotte Marathon (AKA Thunder roll). I’m not a runner, and after seeing how unprofesional the event was handled by Run Charlotte I don’t plan to become a runner any time soon. Being stuck in my neighborhood because of all the roads being blocked did not stop me from looking for something to learn [...]