I support optimism at all times. Whenever possible. Relentless optimism if you can manage. My optimism has admittedly occasionally annoyed, irritated, and even offended people. Earlier this year, someone asked…

In 1986, Bon Jovi released their signature anthem, "Livin' on a Prayer." It's the story of Tommy and Gina, a couple struggling financially who don't seem to have much of…

Since "Someday Is Today" published, I've been asked in many interviews about my advice on how to write a book. "Everyone wants to write a book," a journalist recently asked.…

Advice from Mel Brooks: "I’d learned one very simple trick: Say yes. Simply say yes. Like Joseph E. Levine, on “The Producers,” said, “The curly-haired guy—he’s funny looking. Fire him.”…

Back in 1984, Special K launched a new advertising campaigning asking consumers, "Can you pinch more than an inch?" It suggested that if you could pinch more than an inch…