This is the very first Potential 2 Success podcast.  I decided to talk about a subject that has been a big part of my life.  Persistence is one of those vital traits that is crucial if you want to accomplish anything worth while. But persistence isn't just a trait that you are born with, it is something that can be built and developed.In this podcast, I talk about three of the ways I learned to build a persistent mindset and make persistence a habit. 3 Ways to build a persistent mindset. 1. Know the difference between wanting to give up, and actually giving up. 2....

A few weeks ago I found myself browsing the blogosphere and reading several different blogs.  Eventually, I landed on a blog that I found interesting.  It was called improveconfidence.com written by Kate Irwin who specializes in self-esteem and self-confidence.  I read a few posts and thought the articles were interesting and well written. Then I thought, “I wonder what she would think of my book.” So I decided to ask her.  I contacted her and asked her if she would consider reading the book and giving it an honest review.  At this point, I hadn’t asked any blogger to review the book but I thought Kate would...

There’s nothing worse than feeling jumpy, jittery, and nervous.  Especially in situations where you need to be calm, cool and collected.  At one time or another we will all become nervous about something.  The challenge we face is to not let the nervousness determine how a situation will turn out.Controlling the feeling of being nervous is important in so many ways. Nervousness not only affects your ability to perform, but it also influences the way other people perceive you.  And that is a big deal especially if ever intend on ever come in contact with another human being.  You, do intend on being around humans right?  Great! If...