Hermanisms

Yesterday, I did a post on John Herman’s ideas on how to fail successfully.  After I did the post, I went to the web site for his book The Innkeeper Tales, and found seven “Hermanisms”.  I think they are worth posting here. 

1. "No owner has ever calculated the time that must be put in to succeed -- or they would never even try."
2. "Experience always costs you something -- and it is always worth the cost."
3. "Listen to others who know what they are talking about."
4. "The desire to win or succeed numbs the pain it takes to get there."
5. "Is it better to squeeze a higher price or charge less and calculate the difference as payment for a new "ambassador" who will rave about the value he got for his money?"
6. "When you look in the mirror, see what is there."
7. "What you learn may be worth more than what you make."

Mr. Herman is a man after my own heart.  He deals in common sense.  I particularly like Hermanism number 2.  In my life, I have found this to be very true.  While painful, experience is always well worth it – but only if you choose to do something with it.

That’s it for today.  Thanks for reading.  Log on to my website www.BudBilanich.com for more common sense.  Check out my other blog: www.CareerSuperStar.com for common sense advice on becoming a success in your life and career.

I’ll see you around the web, and at Alex’s Lemonade Stand.

Bud

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Comments

[Ina Matijevic]

So very beautiful post. I like No 6 Hermanisms. And I like this word 'Hermanism'. It's funny.

Regards,
Ina Matijevic

[John L Herman Jr]

Great to see this posting regarding my new book HERMANISMS. There are 77 in total and # 76 is : Reading is the most painless way to learn.

Thanks for writing the blog...anything that makes business people think about what they are doing...and sharing with others...gives them a greater chance for success.

Herman