Articles by Jim L. Smith

Have you ever attempted to hide from your mistakes or pretend they didn't happen? You probably answered “yes” because most of us, being human, have done this from time to time.

The one thing that inhibits our journey to success is worry. Sometimes worry consumes us. We need to take another approach.

We need to let go of our concerns about what we could have done or should have done.

The priorities that really matter are the ones in which we invest our interest, our attention, and, most importantly, our action.

Mentoring is a leadership tool that helps develop an organization’s managerial talent.

Failures are but stepping-stones on the road to success.

When we don't feel like doing what we know we must do, that's actually the best time to go ahead and do it anyway.

When there's a problem in your life, make sure to uncover the root cause to get to the actual core of that problem.

Arguably the greatest management and quality consultant of the 20th century, Dr. Juran is remembered as an evangelist for quality and quality management.

Once you decide to have a positive outlook you gain positive momentum.