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The 3 Keys to Building a Strong Organizational Culture

How do visionary companies create a strong organizational culture? How do they get everyone on the same page? Companies that are built to last have a strong organizational culture. In fact, they exhibit some cult-like characteristics. They go all out to protect their core philosophy, so they insist that everyone on the team is compatible with their values and purpose. Read more to learn how visionary companies foster a strong organizational culture.

How to Grow Spiritually: Be More Like Jesus Each Day

Are you committed to growing spiritually? Are you more like Jesus today than you were yesterday? It’s an amazing blessing—and a miracle—that people are able to grow spiritually. When you do your part, God does his part to restore his image in you. Pastor Rick Warren discusses three things that have to change for you to grow spiritually—as well as three tools that God uses to help you grow. Read more to learn what it means to grow spiritually and how to do it.

Why You Should Invest in Index Funds: Grow Rich

What exactly is an index fund? How do index funds differ from other mutual funds? An index fund is a type of mutual fund containing stocks chosen to replicate the market’s performance. In contrast, actively managed mutual funds are stocks chosen and managed by professionals who attempt to outperform the market. Here is why you should invest in index funds.

A Life Purpose Statement: Your Spiritual Touchstone

Do you have a life purpose statement? What good does it do to have one? A life purpose statement is simply a summary of your life purposes and how you will fulfill them. Writing it down and visiting it regularly is critical to the fulfillment of your life purposes. Read more to learn how to craft your own life purpose statement.

The Benefits of Socializing: Be Healthier and Happier

What are some amazing benefits of socializing? How can being a people person help your productivity and mood? The amazing benefits of socializing are undisputed. From increased creativity to improved health and mood, making time to socialize is one of the best investments you can make. Keep reading to find out the benefits of socializing.

How to Avoid Negative Thoughts and Embrace Positivity

How do you learn how to avoid negative thoughts? What are the dangers of negative thoughts? You learn how to avoid negative thoughts by ignoring depressing issues like poverty and focusing on the endless possibilities of a brighter future. Negative thoughts will keep you distracted from thinking about a better life. If you only think about negative things, you will only attract negativity. Read on to learn how to avoid negative thoughts.

The Life of Samuel Johnson: A Journey of Acceptance

Who was Samuel Johnson? What contribution did he make to the English language? Samuel Johnson is best known for his creation of the first important dictionary of the English language. His life was full of sickness, rejection, and depression, but Johnson overcame his struggles by recognizing and accepting his flaws and pushing forward despite them. Keep reading to learn about the life of Samuel Jonson.

The Psychology of Selling by Brian Tracy: Overview

What is Brian Tracy’s The Psychology of Selling about? What do successful salespeople do differently? In The Psychology of Selling, bestselling author and management consultant Brian Tracy explains how you can become a top salesperson by understanding how your customers think. He walks you through basic and advanced selling techniques, demonstrating how you can dramatically increase your sales success by improving your skills just a little bit on a consistent basis. Below is a brief overview of the key points from The Psychology of Selling by Brian Tracy.

The 3 Main Types of Asset Classes: Investing Basics

3 Major Tips From Charlie Munger on Investing

What are assets in the context of investing? What are the three main types of asset classes? Asset classes are the building blocks of investing. Asset classes are simply types of investments (like stocks or bonds), and each asset class has varied assets within it. For example, “stocks” is an asset class composed of all kinds of different stocks: large companies, small companies, international companies, and so on. In this article, you’ll learn about the three main types of asset classes and how to allocate and diversify your investments between them based on your age and risk tolerance.

BHAG: Examples, Steps, and Tips for Success

What are some BHAG examples? How have visionary leaders succeeded by committing to these goals? Researchers Jim Collins and Jerry I. Porras found that visionary companies set and achieve Big Hairy Audacious Goals (BHAGs). They share three steps to creating your own BHAGs and four ways to make sure they succeed. They also provide several BHAG examples for instruction and inspiration. Keep reading to see several BHAG examples and to learn how to implement your own.