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23 February 2012 @ 3:33 am: "Your Beliefs don't make you a better person, Your Behavior does"
Stephan Labossiere: More women are taking the lead

Stephan Labossiere: More women are taking the lead

[ 0 ] February 15, 2012

Question #1 Alvin: Who are you, what do you do, and what do you enjoy most about it? Stephan: My name is Stephan Labossiere and I am a relationship expert & coach. I conduct workshops, one on one coaching, as well as speaking engagements aimed to help others become better people and improve their relationships. [...]

Marlon Cole: My Father is a true Inspiration

Marlon Cole: My Father is a true Inspiration

[ 2 ] February 3, 2012

Question #1 Alvin: Who are you, what do you do, and what do you enjoy most about it? Marlon: A Brooklyn cat, that goes by the name of Marlon Cole. I am the founder of forFATHERSproject.org and Editor-in-Chief of publication, 4FATHERS photo journal. Both this project and journal allows me to share my experiences as [...]

Russell Simmons: There are no failures, only quitters

Russell Simmons: There are no failures, only quitters

[ 0 ] January 23, 2012

I knew it was unrealistic to think I could build an institution overnight. But if I took baby steps, eventually it would happen. – Russell Simmons I’ve been blessed to find people who are smarter than I am, and they help me to execute the vision I have. – Russell Simmons What was his unique [...]

Step to Manhood #101

Step to Manhood #101

[ 0 ] January 2, 2012

Stop and enjoy the small stuff so you can appreciate the BIG stuff. One step closer to manhood.  Help someone explore their next step feel free to share your thoughts, quotes, or anecdote in the comment section below.

50 Rules to Live Your Life by

50 Rules to Live Your Life by

[ 1 ] December 21, 2011

Without ambition one starts nothing. Without work one finishes nothing. The prize will not be sent to you. You have to win it. – R. Emerson 1. Focus on what really counts 2. You can’t please everyone 3. Choose friends wisely 4. Tell people what you’re really thinking.  People are not mind readers. 5. Understand [...]

Ken Solin: Authenticity is under-rated

Ken Solin: Authenticity is under-rated

[ 0 ] December 13, 2011

Question #1 Alvin: Who are you, what do you do, and what do you enjoy most about it? Ken: I’m a 66 year old retired finance entrepreneur who raised his son from infancy as a single dad. I have very strong feelings about fathers and fatherhood and offer new fathers articles to help them navigate [...]

7 Manly Lessons From Gran Torino

7 Manly Lessons From Gran Torino

[ 2 ] November 28, 2011

You cannot teach a man anything; you can only help him discover it in himself – Galileo Galilei Any man who reaches out to help another man discover his self-worth and respect will always be a hero.  Actor Walt Kowalski from the movie Gran Torino attempts to help Thao discover manhood. “Walt Kowalski is a widower who holds [...]

Gary Vaynerchuk: Effort is grossly underrated

Gary Vaynerchuk: Effort is grossly underrated

[ 0 ] November 23, 2011

Remember the guy in the ’80s walking around with a boombox on his shoulder? Why’d he do that? Because it told a story about who he was. Expressing yourself is big business. – Gary Vaynerchuk It’s never the platform, it’s always the message. – Gary Vaynerchuk What was his unique style or personality that set [...]

George Lopez: I don’t Battle Myself

George Lopez: I don’t Battle Myself

[ 0 ] November 22, 2011

I didn’t come from a background where I saw a lot of loving couples. All my aunts and uncles were either split up or fighting all the time. The only healthy relationships I saw were on TV. – George Lopez I had a very difficult childhood. I was surrounded by people who had both parents, [...]

The Short Guide To Powerful Eye Contact

The Short Guide To Powerful Eye Contact

[ 1 ] November 21, 2011

The most important things in those first few seconds are, basically, a firm handshake and a smile, good eye contact and really paying attention.  – Pat Schaumann Establishes a connection and builds relationships. Tells a person you’re interested in what they are saying. Sends the message of being self assured and confident. Pay someone a compliment [...]

Step to Manhood #100

Step to Manhood #100

[ 0 ] November 19, 2011

Know your LIMITS!! One step closer to manhood.  To help someone explore their step feel free to share your thoughts, quotes, or anecdote in the comment section below.

Andrew Carnegie: Do Not Look For Approval

Andrew Carnegie: Do Not Look For Approval

[ 0 ] November 17, 2011

People who are unable to motivate themselves must be content with mediocrity, no matter how impressive their other talents –Andrew Carnegie It marks a big step in your development when you come to realize that other people can help you do a better job than you could do alone – Andrew Carnegie What was his [...]

Step to Manhood #99

Step to Manhood #99

[ 1 ] November 10, 2011

Make no one responsible for keeping your secrets.  If you don’t want your secrets told keep your mouth shut. One step closer to manhood.  To help someone explore their step feel free to share your thoughts, quotes, or anecdote in the comment section below.

Free Life Lessons from an Old Timer

Free Life Lessons from an Old Timer

[ 2 ] November 7, 2011

A man sooner or later discovers that he is the master-gardener of his soul, the director of his life. – James Allen Lose an argument on purpose just because it’s not that serious. The expression “same thing, different day” pray you never live these words. Return borrowed items in the same or better condition it [...]

Bill Clinton: Character is a journey, not a destination

Bill Clinton: Character is a journey, not a destination

[ 0 ] November 5, 2011

Pessimism is an excuse for not trying and a guarantee to a personal failure – Bill Clinton If you live long enough, you’ll make mistakes. But if you learn from them, you’ll be a better person.  It’s how you handle adversity, not how it affects you.  The main thing is never quit, never quit, never [...]

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