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The Bright Side When moments of truth become moments of opportunity

By Barry Farber

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Each of us has experienced a Moment of Truth, where an ideasuddenly becomes crystal clear, and we know with uncanny certaintythat new doors are opening before us. It can happen in the middleof an ordinary conversation, while reading a book or while hearingsomeone make a speech. Or it can happen during times of adversity,when the moment is more like a thunderbolt.

A Moment of Truth during difficult times often brings on change,but it's frequently accompanied by strength to deal with thatchange. These Moments of Truth are often also Moments ofOpportunity.

Following is a perfect example of a Moment of Truth, from ahighly successful entrepreneur: