Brian Tracy's Blog / en-US Thu, 27 Feb 2025 01:34:08 -0800 60 Brian Tracy's Blog / 144 41 /images/layout/goodreads_logo_144.jpg /author_blog_posts/25543029-165-inspirational-quotes-to-keep-you-motivated-in-life-copy Wed, 26 Feb 2025 00:22:36 -0800 <![CDATA[165 Inspirational Quotes To Keep You Motivated In Life Copy]]> /author_blog_posts/25543029-165-inspirational-quotes-to-keep-you-motivated-in-life-copy

Inspirational quotes can help motivate us and create a positive outlook on life and work when we need it most. They do so by harnessing the power of positive thinking. Reframing our brains to think positively is a key step in leading a happy and successful life.

You make a choice when you decide how you will react to any given situation. If you’re choosing (sometimes subconsciously) to complain and think negatively, your natural reaction will be to dwell on the negatives of every situation.

Whe...



posted by Brian Tracy on February, 27 ]]>
/author_blog_posts/25501345-how-to-stay-motivated-with-these-25-tips Tue, 11 Feb 2025 06:00:01 -0800 <![CDATA[How to Stay Motivated with These 25 Tips]]> /author_blog_posts/25501345-how-to-stay-motivated-with-these-25-tips

It is no secret that some days it is easier to find motivation than others. But both your professional and personal success depends on your ability to stay motivated through good days and bad days.

Both intrinsic and extrinsic motivation play crucial roles in maintaining drive, with extrinsic motivation coming from external rewards like financial incentives or recognition.

Regardless of what is causing you to lose a little drive, today we are breaking down the most common stressful situations a...



posted by Brian Tracy on February, 12 ]]>
/author_blog_posts/25359988-5-leadership-styles-in-management-you-should-know Fri, 20 Dec 2024 12:00:13 -0800 <![CDATA[5 Leadership Styles in Management You Should Know]]> /author_blog_posts/25359988-5-leadership-styles-in-management-you-should-know

The job of the leader is to get things done by leading others to success. It is important to develop an effective leadership style that suits different situations. The style used depends on the needs of the team.

Great leaders choose leadership styles based on the circumstances and the end goal. Here are the 5 leadership styles you should develop to inspire your team to deliver their peak performance.

Understanding Leadership Styles

Understanding leadership styles is crucial for effective leade...



posted by Brian Tracy on December, 21 ]]>
/author_blog_posts/25253748-how-to-lead-a-happy-life Mon, 11 Nov 2024 09:45:04 -0800 How To Lead A Happy Life /author_blog_posts/25253748-how-to-lead-a-happy-life

Everyone is in the pursuit of a happy life. Whether we realize it or not, humans seek to live a happy life as a deliberate pursuit. It drives our choices, emotions, and decisions.

But what makes a happy life? The answer is different for everyone, but some common threads apply.

I want to help you learn how to build a happier life for yourself.


Understanding True Happiness

True happiness is more than just a fleeting moment of joy; it’s a profound sense of fulfillment and contentment that permea...



posted by Brian Tracy on November, 12 ]]>
/author_blog_posts/25217243-how-to-communicate-with-clarity-and-impact Tue, 29 Oct 2024 02:41:20 -0700 <![CDATA[How to Communicate with Clarity and Impact]]> /author_blog_posts/25217243-how-to-communicate-with-clarity-and-impact

Effective communication is the key to building better relationships.

Your professional and personal relationships with others rely on your ability to express yourself so you’re understood. Developing the skill of active listening allows you to understand others too.

Clear communication will help you avoid misunderstandings, deepen existing connections, and attract more opportunities to you. Understanding the basic principles of effective communication can enhance your interpersonal skills in va...



posted by Brian Tracy on October, 30 ]]>
/author_blog_posts/25159766-19-public-speaking-tips-from-brian-tracy-s-professional-speaker-career Tue, 08 Oct 2024 08:00:11 -0700 <![CDATA[19 Public Speaking Tips From Brian Tracy’s Professional Speaker Career]]> /author_blog_posts/25159766-19-public-speaking-tips-from-brian-tracy-s-professional-speaker-career

Whether you’re looking to pursue a or are simply trying to prepare for a presentation to your team, your ability to deliver a message that others can connect with is an invaluable skill that is useful in any industry.

I have been public speaking for over 40 years, and I’ve learned a lot of helpful tips along the way about Brian Tracy is an award-winning speaker who has traveled globally for talks.

Read on to discover 19 public speaking tips ...



posted by Brian Tracy on October, 09 ]]>
/author_blog_posts/25085633-how-to-speak-confidently-with-these-14-tips Wed, 11 Sep 2024 06:00:18 -0700 <![CDATA[How to Speak Confidently With These 14 Tips]]> /author_blog_posts/25085633-how-to-speak-confidently-with-these-14-tips

Do you ever look at someone � a public speaker, a politician, even a friend � and think “Wow, they are confident?�

Confidence is a trait we admire in others and grieve the absence of in ourselves. While some people are born with innate confidence and charisma, the rest of us are left wondering how they sound confident so naturally.

But, the great thing about confidence is that it’s a skill that we can all easily acquire.

As all the best public speakers and politicians and friends know, confidenc...



posted by Brian Tracy on September, 12 ]]>
/author_blog_posts/25049713-using-parkinson-s-law-to-increase-your-productivity Thu, 29 Aug 2024 05:00:32 -0700 <![CDATA[Using Parkinson’s Law to Increase Your Productivity]]> /author_blog_posts/25049713-using-parkinson-s-law-to-increase-your-productivity

Do you struggle to be productive and get the work done that will enable you to reach your goals?

Maybe you tend to scroll social media when you should be working. Maybe you’re drowning because you underestimated the scope of a project. Or maybe you aren’t doing much work because you think there’s no need to rush–you have all week, month, or year long to finish.

If these situations sound familiar, you may have fallen prey to Parkinson’s Law.

Coined by a British naval historian in the 1950s, this...



posted by Brian Tracy on August, 30 ]]>
/author_blog_posts/25013323-how-to-publish-a-book-your-go-to-guide-to-becoming-an-author Thu, 15 Aug 2024 10:00:41 -0700 <![CDATA[How To Publish A Book: Your Go-To Guide To Becoming An Author]]> /author_blog_posts/25013323-how-to-publish-a-book-your-go-to-guide-to-becoming-an-author [image error]

Publishing a book is easier than you may think. These days, you have a variety of options available to you on ways to get your book published.

With my experience as a published author of over 80 books, I have created this guide on how to write and publish a book so you too can have the tools you need to become a published author.

One popular self-publishing platform is Amazon Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), which offers a free and accessible way to publish your book.

I will explain how to publi...



posted by Brian Tracy on August, 16 ]]>
/author_blog_posts/24955299-top-10-leadership-qualities-of-great-leaders Wed, 24 Jul 2024 06:00:40 -0700 <![CDATA[Top 10 Leadership Qualities of Great Leaders]]> /author_blog_posts/24955299-top-10-leadership-qualities-of-great-leaders

Many leadership qualities have been observed throughout history, distinguishing the best leaders from merely effective ones. Some were adopted by tyrannical leaders while others were exhibited by great leaders.

In both cases, the traits of those in charge correlated to their ability to accomplish their desired outcomes.

Just as importantly, those same characteristics of a good leader determined how much � or how little � their followers considered them to be effective leaders.

What is Leadersh...

posted by Brian Tracy on July, 25 ]]>