SMART Living Archives

How To Get What You Want In Life

March 3, 2014
David S. Chang

It may seem as though getting what you want in life is difficult, if not impossible. However from my personal and professional experience it is possible and easier than you think! You may not get everything everytime, but you sure can work to be successful in whatever you are going to do, and in turn […]

February 26, 2014
David S. Chang

Among the top military brass, elected officials, entrepreneurs, and the most successful leaders I have met or worked with, there is one ingredient that all have for a great organization: they have the right people. As Jim Collins in his book “Good to Great” writes, the success of an organization is based on having the right people […]

One of the Best Gifts We Can Get

December 24, 2013
David S. Chang

Every day during the Christmas Season many are concerned with the perfect gift we can give to friends and family. Sometimes the best gifts are the ones that we take for granted. Imagine that everyday you got a gift of $86,400.00 to use in any way that you wish! There are however some restrictions on […]

December 13, 2013
David S. Chang

* Click here to enter our drawing for a $100 OfficeMax gift card to use for the new OfficeMax Services Center! Recently I was invited by OfficeMax to test out their new Services Center for business owners. The Center was launched this past October to help business owners grow by providing them with operational support. […]

How To Be A Better Public Speaker Part 3

December 6, 2013
David S. Chang

The past two weeks we covered steps on how to be a better public speaker through preparation and structure of your speech. This week we will cover how to deliver a great speech. Combining these tips can help become a better communicator and help advance your career or cause. What To Do Before Your Speech. […]

December 5, 2013
David S. Chang

“I assume you sent for me because somebody told you I was the best. Well, I’m only the best because I work with the best. If you don’t trust the men you’re working with, you’re as good as dead.” – Bruce Willis in Armageddon Regardless of what you thought of the movie, Bruce was on […]

December 2, 2013
David S. Chang

14 Executives Demonstrate The Art Of The ‘Power Pose’ via Business Insider: Harvard Professor Amy Cuddy’s research focuses on how our body language changes how we feel and act, and the way others perceive us. She’s made some pretty startling discoveries. By holding an open, expansive “power pose” for as little as two minutes, you can actually change your […]

How To Be A Better Public Speaker, Part 2

November 28, 2013
David S. Chang

Last week we covered steps to help prepare you to be a better public speaker. This week we cover the structure of a great speech and next week we will cover the delivery of a great speech. Combining these tips can help you become a better communicator and help advance your career or cause! […]

November 19, 2013
David S. Chang

Holidays are just around the corner and many of us aren’t financially prepared for the presents, holiday parties and winter trips. With so many events, it’s hard to keep on budget even with good intentions. Here are 4 great tips on how to keep the next few months within your holiday budget AND still […]

November 19, 2013
David S. Chang

According to surveys, the greatest fear in the world for most people is speaking in public. The second greatest fear is death. In other words, people would rather die than speak in public! Many people may not have to give speeches to large groups, but at some point in their careers, they may have to […]