Do you believe in having it all? A lot of people have given up on this idea. They act as if their lives are limited to a series of trade-offs, and they end up making difficult choices they really don’t want to make.

What’s in it for me? This common phrase exemplifies the reality of how people are primarily focused on the things that matter most to them. This is well depicted in the story of a young car salesman who enthusiastically shared with his 75-year-old female prospect the feature of how the new model SUV’s spare tire bin was designed to double as a beer cooler; perfect for tailgating,

In life, no one gets off this planet unscathed. Whether personal or professional, setbacks will happen. How well someone makes a comeback, however, depends upon several factors, from resilience to defining success according to your terms. The good news is that these qualities and skills can be acquired and learned, and with a support system become even more effective.

Trainer Eric Adler boils down the keys to success into three pillars, then provides the tools to help people identify what success is for them and how to remain on course.