Don't waste your time competing with someone. Instead focus on competing with yourself. Leaders don't compete, followers do.

Sometimes you need the eclipse in your life to show you the importance of sunshine.

With the effects of the Gulf Coast Hurricanes wearing off and fuel prices coming back down to more palatable levels, Americans are beginning to view their economic prospects in a more positive light.

Hybrid vehicles are gaining broader appeal among Americans. But a majority are also aware of the benefits of diesel powered vehicles, which presents a strategic conundrum for the auto industry.

This time, there has yet to be a rallying effect in the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina.

October 2005 is shaping up to be different from October 2001, when we saw a substantial rally effect in the aftermath of 9/11.