I took this picture not long ago with my bride.  What’s the special occasion you may ask?  Well, this day was NOT our 16^th wedding anniversary, that’s not until June, and no it’s NOT Karen’s 46^th birthday, that’s not until July.  But today is just as special.  In fact, everyday is special because I have a special bride who accepts me in spite of all my faults, fallacies, habits and hang-ups.

I’m not one that uses the word “Lucky” often, but I have to honestly say that I definitely got lucky when our paths crossed and our worlds collided on that 28^th day in the month of May.  It was the year of 1994 and days before OJ Simpson would have his infamous slow-speed chase down the notorious 405 Freeway in Los Angeles.  He was running away from the law and we were running away together.  I’m not sure if he did it or not, but I know I did it.  I sure did do it alright.  I got “LUCKY”!  I got lucky and found a diamond that was not in the rough.  I won’t bore you with the details, but talk about right place at the right time. More »

Was laying in bed the other night next to wifey as she had just returned from the bathroom.  “So, you’re no longer going to make an effort to put the toilet set down?” She asked.  Caught completely off guard, after a few seconds of silence I nearly let out an audible laugh until I realized she may be serious.

Just to be sure I asked, “Are you serious?”  “Yessss… Every since we watched that movie with Cameron Diaz and Ashton Kutcher (“What happens in Vegas”) you’ve been leaving the toilet seat up.” She said.  I still wasn’t sure so again I asked, “Are you really serious?”  Then she gave me the “look.”  You know the one.  The one that says, “Don’t mess with me.” to put it lightly.  

I then thought to myself, “Ok, now I can laugh because she’s really serious and this is definitely funny.”  So laugh I did… But she wasn’t smiling.  “Uh ohhh…  I need to reel it in and tone it down a second before this gets heated.” I thought.  Deep breath and composure… More »

I ’ve never really been a big believer in magic. But, I do believe in magical moments and I’ve realized the minute you come into agreement with that marriage spouse or significant other and make your personal “I” needs and wants secondary to a common cause and shared “We” goals of the team, it’s then that a magical moment is created.

Over the years my wife and I have had the awesome privilege of visiting with several other couples who had at one time been in crisis and were ill-affected by what I call the “I-Me” Syndrome, but later cured the affliction with the “Us-We” Formula.  This “I-Me” Syndrome is really subtle at first, but if left untreated and unchecked it can eventually grow into a full-blown, stage-4 relationship killer.

Many relationships have fallen victim to this not-so-silent killer and there’s absolutely no doubt that there’s many, many more to come.  But we emphatically say today that there is hope.  So, take heart today and know that the “Us-We” Formula is capable of eradicating and eliminating this disease without prejudice.

So we invite you today to find something that you and that special someone can do together and each one of you should be sure to make the other’s primary needs and wants priority.  Make sure that you’re not just on the same page in this “life” and “relationship” thing but also reading from the same books.

“Us-We” over “I-Me” is the key to increasing your chances of winning together.  Oh, and this concept is not limited to just relationships, it is equally as impactful in every facet of business and the business of life.  This unsung formula can and will deliver phenomenal results if you just commit to apply it in and on the infected areas of your life, guaranteed.

So why don’t “We” go out and create our magical moments by applying this “Us-We” Formula in our lives as we attempt to make it GREAT!  Yes, this is a breadcrumb of wisdom that maybe small in size but it’s big in results.

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Bring on the new year!!! I’m READY!!! Servant Leadership and Passion Hot Pursuit is my commitment.

2013 is indeed a welcomed event. Dare to join with me in saying “Mountain! Move out of my way!”

THANK YOU and CONGRATULATIONS to all of you who have purchased a copy of my new book, “Bread Crumbs to Making it GREAT.” There’s no better way to start off a new year than having an asset to ride shotgun with you into the days ahead to keep you Inspired, Motivated, Encouraged and Educated.

Let’s all keep leaning forward and definitely keep Making it GREAT!

I can’t wait for you to see what’s coming NEXT!!! WooHooooo…

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Come join me at Russo’s Bookstore between 1pm – 3pm for my book-signing event. Right here in Bakersfield, CA 9000 Ming Ave. in the Market Place on Sunday, December 30, 2012.

Free audio CD and much, much more for the first 50 people. I would looooove for you to come on out and show your support. I can’t wait to meet you. Let’s make it GREAT together.