A friend visited me yesterday. When he was leaving, I said, Make it a Great Day. He turned and spoke.

Al, most people say have a nice day. I notice you always say Make it a Great Day. Why is that?

Saying have a nice day is a beautiful sentiment. In my life, events come into my life as neutral events until I define them. If I define the event as a problem, I become a victim of the situation.

If I define the event as a challenge, I must exert a lot of emotional energy to win, and maybe I do, and perhaps I do not.

On the other hand, when those perceived problems or challenges come into my life, I define them as opportunities, and I stay centered and clear-headed.

When I face those neutral events as opportunities, it brings out the best in me. It is only a matter of perspective. When we change our perspective, we change our activity or approach, which drives better results.

So, when I say Make it a Great Day subtly, I am saying no matter what comes into your life today, I know you can be victorious and triumphant and Make it a Great Day.

Coming next, " Changing Your Perspective and Close More Sales"

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Al Turrisi