My marriage was a major part of my inspiration, being that she was my complete opposite in every way possible. Learning to deal with our opposing values opened up new ways of thinking for me. I did some research in service quality when I discovered Dr Robert Quinn's Competing Values Model of Business that really put some of the pieces of the puzzle together for me. It was a passion for me to put it all down on paper.
2. When did you realize that you want to write a book?
I co-authored a number of articles for some dental journals and discovered I had interest in writing.
3. Who helped you in writing the book and please say about their contributions?
First and foremost I would have to acknowledge my friend and mentor George Scott who taught me so much about writing and style. Next, Dr Quinn's research opened up a new way of thinking for me which helped me to formulate my ideas for this amazingly neglected aspect of life.
4. How is your book going to inspire the readers?
Learning about the self should be everyone's priority if they desire all that life has to offer them. Then learning about how others do what they do is very enlightening. Then understanding how our conflicts are created by our inherent competing values opens a new world of possibilities.
5. If you are given the chance to change one thing in your book what would it be?
Possibly some more visuals.
6. How do you find time to write and which part of the day is best for writing for you?
I don't do two things which allows me time; I don't play golf and I don't drink. (Not that I am condemning those activities.) They just take up a lot of one's time. I usually write during my lunch hour at work.
7. Which books have inspired you the most, in the journey of writing this book?
Napoleon Hill's Law of Success, Pirsig's Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance, Please Understand Me by Keirsey and Bates and The Course In Miracles.
8. What is the best advice, you would give for writers who are trying to write a book?
Patience, persistence and determination.
9. What are your hobbies?
Exercising, reading, and boating.
10. What can we expect from you in the future?
I have another book formulated in my mind. I think it will be titled, Finding Trust in the Process: The True Meaning of Love.