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MicroAgressions - By Martha Lasley- How to Think Like a Million Dollar Business Owner - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2010 from Yvonne McIntoshWhenever I go to events run by people who have the level of success I aspire to have, I make a point of modeling their mindset, because I know that’s where it all starts. Have you ever wondered how a Million Dollar passion-inspired Solopreneur thinks? What beliefs they hold that have ...
Views: 819 - “How can I have the Responsibility without the Authority?” - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2010 from Mark ReedBy far, the question I am most often asked during "Project Management . . . by the Numbers" has always been, "How can I get my project team to actually accomplish their tasks on time, if even at all?" After a short discussion, the question translates to, "I don't have the authority to ...
Views: 1671 - Coaching Vs. Managing - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2010 from Craig NathansonManaging and coaching is different Think of the best coach you ever had, either at work or outside of work. What did the coach do that was effective? How did the coach interact with you? What kinds of things did the coach help you to achieve? Now think of the best manager you ever had at ...
Views: 5641(6 votes) - Is Parent Coaching the Right Self-Employment Option For You? - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2010 from Caron GoodeParent coaching has all the right stuff. As a career, it offers flexibility, personal satisfaction, and unlimited earning potential. It is also one of the fastest growing home based businesses today. This makes it ideal for parents, career switchers, and retirees, but is it right for you? ...
Views: 6011(16 votes) - Perfection Is Overrated! - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2010 from Sandra Dee RobinsonFind the freedom that comes from giving you a break Are you a perfectionist? If your automatic response is “no!” I invite you to take a closer look; there is a well-meaning perfectionist in every one of us! Wanting to be the best, and see things executed to the highest level of quality is ...
Views: 2790(3 votes) - Do your business and succeed, or get off the pot - by Submitted on Mar 02, 2010 from Monique MacKinnonBusiness and financial uncertainty is certain... just like taxes are. And between you and me, if you are wondering how you can create a positive, lasting impact when your world may look and feel shaky instead of solid, here is the answer: You, the small business owner, need to become ...
Views: 2059(2 votes) - The Positive Power of Negativity - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2010 from Matthew FerryA client read my 2009 Prophecy Letter recently and was perplexed by this statement that I’d made in the letter. “I have really mastered the use of negative experiences to my advantage. I can see more clearly then ever that negativity is awesome! So much good happens when something bad ...
Views: 1012(1 vote) - Learning Experiences Suck! - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2010 from Dr. Rob BellTom Lehman has had a long and distinguished career on the PGA Tour, but despite his longevity and victory in the 1996 British Open, he has (only) won five times on tour. The cumulative percentage of his victories per tournament is barely 1 percent. Kenny Perry has won thirteen PGA Tour events in ...
Views: 2332(3 votes) - A Better Approach to Career Coaching: Putting Your Natural Skills to Work - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2010 from Lynda-Ross VegaThere is an old Chinese proverb from Lao Tzu that says “Give a man a fish and you feed him for a day. Teach a man to fish and you feed him for a lifetime.” My version would read “Give a man most vocational inventories and it will tell him to become a forest ranger. Give him the ACI assessments ...
Views: 1100(2 votes) - The Coach Training Bonus – Personal Development - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Ally WieserOne huge benefit of registering for a coach training program is that you will grow and obtain wisdom beyond your years with regard to your life, your personal development and your role on this planet. You are sure to obtain these pearls of wisdom through any course you take at ...
Views: 1593(8 votes) - Coaching Career Opportunities – 8 Ideas - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Ally WieserMost life coach training courses encourage you to choose a niche such as Divorce Recovery Coaching or Career Coaching. Within each of these niches lie endless opportunities. As a Coach and Coach Trainer I know that most six-figure income coaches ultimately end up tapping into multiple streams of ...
Views: 1935(6 votes) - Becoming a Coach - 5 Career Transition Tips - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Ally WieserIf you have decided to transition into a coaching career while still holding another job here are some tips for a smooth transition. 1. Obtain a coaching certification. There are many evening and daytime coach certification courses offered to suit any schedule. Choose one that offers a ...
Views: 1654(6 votes) - 7 Tips for Coach Training School Comparison - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Ally WieserWith so many options of varying price and quality how does one compare? Here are some practical areas to compare when reviewing coach training schools. * Cost. Coach training programs range from $350 USD to over $6,000 USD. Try dividing the number of “live” coach training hours into the ...
Views: 1875(5 votes) - As I See It: Learning from Life Lessons - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2010 from Nancy OriAs I See It: learning from life lessons February 2010 As a teacher, I often play the role of life coach, mentor, friend and even therapist to many of my students. I have developed these skills through my years of photographing, painting, teaching and carefully observing life. When ...
Views: 1337(2 votes) - 7 Qualities to Look for in a Coach Training Program - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2010 from Ally WieserIf you are considering life coach training, career coach training or any other type of coach training you probably have found a number of options out there and may be feeling overwhelmed. I understand. I was there once too! A good coach training program like the programs you will find at ...
Views: 1887(6 votes) - A Guide to Finding the Best SAT Prep for Your Money - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2010 from Kimberly LauziereStudents may spend so much time focusing on studying test-taking techniques for the SAT that they overlook the fact that since the test focuses on math, writing, and critical reading, they would be wise to seek an SAT prep tutor who can also provide math homework help and English homework help ...
Views: 1065(1 vote) - 7 Reasons to Become a Coach - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2010 from Ally WieserThere are so many reasons to become a coach I hesitate to write about just seven. As a Coach and Coach Trainer I see dreams made real on a daily basis and this is just the start. Here are my top 7 reasons to become a coach: 1. Personal Development: Through the process of becoming a coach ...
Views: 2083(6 votes) - Welcome to this article on staying positive after being made redundant:- - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2010 from Allison Galbraith1. Career. Now is a good time to think about what you might want to do next. Another job similar to the one you’ve left? Further education? Look for something part time? Retrain to change career direction? Start your own business? This could be the key to your future so you ...
Views: 1191(1 vote) - What Do You Really Want - a Job or a "Calling"? - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2010 from Kathy CaprinoKnowing what you want in your life and career is the most important step to achieving it. So what do you want – a job or a “calling,” and are you prepared to get it? In coaching people to achieve a true breakthrough in their lives and careers, I’ve observed (and also personally experienced) ...
Views: 1248 - For Life Coaches: Is Life Coaching No Longer Fun For You? - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2010 from Len SoneFor Life Coaches: Is Life Coaching No Longer Fun For You? Many life coaches are terribly burned out on life coaching and afraid to admit it! Raise your hand if you’re experiencing this? Yes, you! What started off as a promising career where you thought (and perhaps occasionally did) that ...
Views: 1280(4 votes) - Life Coaching - Why Temper Tantrums Rule! - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2010 from Matthew FerryI recently confronted my client on the fact that she made me a promise and didn’t keep it. Rather then owning it, and simply saying, “You are right, I said I would and I didn’t.” … she did what most powerful people do; She used her enormous power to try and manipulate me into believing that her ...
Views: 946(1 vote) - Life Coaching - How She Gained Respect - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2010 from Matthew FerryAs a life coach I focus on a process I call, “Radical Responsibility”. It’s a term I borrowed from my mentor, Dr. David Hawkins author of Power vs. Force. It is the antithesis of being a Victim. Instead of asking, “Why is this happening to me?” you ask, “How am I causing this?” In truth ...
Views: 1032(1 vote) - Relationship Don’ts! IF you want a REAL 7 Figure Business - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Christine ComafordBefore we finish networking and relationship marketing, let’s cover one of the huge don’ts. One way to botch a relationship is to breech trust. The main way I find people do this is by not keeping their commitments. Hey, if you say you’re going to do something, do it – or don’t offer in the ...
Views: 903(1 vote) - DO YOU DO WHAT YOU KNOW YOU SHOULD? - by Submitted on Jan 27, 2010 from Dirk ZellerMost Agents know deep down inside that they need to do a better job of prospecting in order to increase business. They know that true long-term sales success is built through the work of looking for new business, but they do not do the work. Unlike those Agents, if you want to succeed, you ...
Views: 1294(3 votes) - Niche or Die - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2010 from Kathy Jo Slusher-HaasWhen coaches resist to niche, they resist success. Most coaches who struggle do so because they have no defined niche. They fear they will limit themselves if they do. They don't want to be confined to one type of coaching. Many coaches wait for a niche to find them, wanting to see what comes ...
Views: 1356 - As a Virtual Assistant, How Do I Find a Niche? - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2010 from Denise GriffittsNiche: A place or position suitable or appropriate for a person or thing: to find one's niche in the business world. Question I recently lost my job as an Administrative Assistant in a small company and decided to become a Virtual Assistant. I have been trying to find clients and recently ...
Views: 2248 - Playing in No-Fail Mode - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2010 from Darcy EikenbergWhat would you do if you knew you could not fail?" I've always loved that quote. But faced with day-to-day challenges of serving my clients, running a business, and volunteering in my community, I can certainly struggle to live that brave philosophy consistently. You too, huh? But my ...
Views: 993 - “Sound bites?” Why do I need to know this? - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 from Sandra Dee RobinsonYou may already be familiar with the term, “sound bite:” A sound bite is a phrase that can be pulled intact from an original broadcast and re-used in another venue. So what is the value of a good sound bite? Let’s assume that a good sound bite is about 30 seconds long. We know that 30 ...
Views: 1543(1 vote) - Carry-on Only! (Only carry the necessities in your story) - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 from Sandra Dee RobinsonHave you taken a trip in a small plane? I mean truly small… the type that requires a limit of one carry-on bag only? Aside from the apprehension that I personally feel about bouncing around in a small airplane, I feel a slight anxiety about the packing of this all-important bag. “Carry on ...
Views: 1497 - Loosen the Reins! Is he Crazy? - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 from Sandra Dee Robinson“Loosen the reins up, don’t hold her so tight!” yells my instructor across the arena. “You are absolutely nuts,” the frustrated voice in my head yells back. It takes more than a leap of faith to loosen the grip on the fantastically energetic quarter horse as I am watching the fence posts ...
Views: 1741(2 votes) - “That’s Just how I Am”, Why you may want to change before mainstream media runs away with you - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 from Sandra Dee RobinsonPerception of behavior is innate, we have been evaluating behavior and movement since our cave dwelling ancestors relied upon discernment for survival. Actually, in some ways we still rely on acumen for our well being on a daily basis, but now we may not even realize what we are doing. Working ...
Views: 1623(2 votes) - The Who, What and Why of You - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2010 from Sandra Dee RobinsonI had a fantastic Saturday with an intimate group of amazing women in business. Each of them had a story that was so intriguing and each possessed a passion for what they did; they just glowed when they had the opportunity to talk in length about what they did. But, when it came time to give a ...
Views: 1157 - Meditation Can Change Your Life - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2010 from Cheryl HitchcockMeditation can change your life. I know that is a strong statement to make, but it's really true. A simple meditation practice will not only bring you into alignment with the Universe and your purpose, but it also connects your energy to everyone else. Practicing meditation is something ...
Views: 2104(1 vote) - Are you ready to achieve BIG and GREAT things for your life in 2010? - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2010 from Cheryl HitchcockAre you ready to achieve BIG and GREAT things for your life in 2010? Do you have a PLAN and VISION to achieve your greatness for the New Year? I'm talking about truly manifesting all that you desire for yourself, so that you can live your true path and live your life to the fullest! I ...
Views: 1139(3 votes) - Accountability – The Missing Success Producing Factor - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2010 from Natalie ManorTaking the proven and replicable steps for developing an accountability practice can help you create your ultimate success. Our premise if that you cannot fail if you use the characteristics of accountability to support your goals, dreams, visions, sales process, team building, and business ...
Views: 1017 - Why Coaches need a Personal Profile - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2010 from Sonia ThomasIf you are a coach with any kind of web presence - even if it is just one web page with your contact details - you need a personal profile. When people find information on you on the web, they want to find out more about you and what you can do to help them and a personal profile can help ...
Views: 1001 - Life Coach Shares Insights and Hints on Expanding your Conception of the Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2010 from Nanette GeigerThe intention for the helpful hints and knowledge is that you will actually attain a new insight and and opening for yourself. In particular, on how to acquire more mastery with the 3-part equation of manifestation. The three parts of this equation are: Creative Energy + Attract = ...
Views: 988(5 votes) - 10 Trends for 2010 - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Shawn DriscollI think we’re going to see some major changes in the way business online get’s done. 2009 shook us and as a result, there’s an opportunity to blaze a new trail in 2010. (Yippee!) I don’t normally do ‘predictions’ but this year I had to make an exception. A combination of macro trends ...
Views: 1289 - 7 Year Plan - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2010 from Bobby GarrettRoy McDonald's Seven Year Plan I have created a seven year plan, which has at its foundation, very deep, strong beliefs that build a very solid structure leading to the long-term financial success I believe you desire and deserve. We must move towards the fundamentals of financial success, and ...
Views: 1733(1 vote) - Who Do You Think You Are? How Social Roles Can Determine Success in Life - by Submitted on Jan 08, 2010 from Gary JordanWhen people think of playing a role they usually imagine taking a part in a stage production or starring in a blockbuster movie. For most of us, though, those kind of roles are the stuff of fantasy. But every day, you actually play all kinds of social roles in your relationships with ...
Views: 1016(1 vote) - Use Your Healing Arts to Overcome Fears and Grow Your Business - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2010 from Karin Witzig RozellIf you’e like most Wellness pros, you have always seen yourself as a practitioner. Not as a business owner. After all, you didn’t get into private practice because you love business. You got into health and wellness because you have overcome something and you want to help others do the ...
Views: 874 - Becoming a Black Belt in Business - Salesmanship and the Tenants of Tae Kwon Do - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Michael GarzaWhat can a sales person, marketer or business person learn from the martial arts? The answer: A lot! There are five tenants that make up the core of Tae Kwon Do. These tenants are: -Courtesy -Integrity -Perseverance -Self Control -Indomitable Spirit This article is the first in a ...
Views: 1320(3 votes) - Selecting a Coach is a Good Time to Think about Feedback - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2010 from Barbara DemarestOnce you have decided that coaching is the developmental approach you would like to take, the next step is to choose the right coach for you. Recommendations from colleagues are helpful in terms of coaching effectiveness, but coach selection also requires some important personal considerations. ...
Views: 722(1 vote) - When are you going to do something about it? - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2009 from David MuracoAs this new year approaches, I am sure their are a million different things I can write about. The idea would be to give you value and ideas to help you jump start 2010 in the right direction. But I am not going to do that. To keep adding value without one taken action is a lost cause. It ...
Views: 1164(1 vote) - You Are “Not In It for the Money”: and 10 Other Signs You May be an Under Earner - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2009 from Pat MathewsRecently, I was working with a very successful young professional wanting to take her business up a notch. I asked her to elaborate on the plan she had for her business and she resisted assigning an actual dollar figure to her vision. When I questioned her about this, she said she was “not in ...
Views: 1794(7 votes) - Amateurs sell online, Professionals Sort to educate online......... - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2009 from SCOTT LIFERThe Internet craze has caused a massive opportunity for anyone to sell anything to anyone anywhere in the world once they acquire the tools necessary to work through maze of rhetoric and misinformation surrounding internet commerce. We are in a Mega Information Era and the speed at which ...
Views: 1514(3 votes) - ***The Only Way to Successfully 'Treat' Vocal Abuse - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2009 from Nancy DanielsI receive emails on a daily basis regarding vocal abuse – not just from those who are experiencing difficulty in talking but from singers as well. The only piece of advice I give them is to take the pressure off of the throat and vocal folds (cords) and allow their chest to become their ...
Views: 3093(3 votes) - ***Are You Ready to End Your Chronic Hoarseness and Persistent Sore Throats? - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2009 from Nancy DanielsIf you suffer from chronic hoarseness and are not sick, then you are likely in the throes of vocal abuse. While it is possible that certain antihistamines or other types of medications can produce irritation in your throat, for many people, prescribed drugs are not the cause. Vocal abuse is. ...
Views: 4081(3 votes) - Becoming Accountable – Finding and USING an Accountability Partner - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Christine ComafordI really want you guys to take a few minutes and think about your life, your business and how it all should support each another. Think about priorities, balance, fostering relationships and more. Your life is full of choices and Choices = Freedom. You have the choice to build a business that ...
Views: 1781(3 votes) - The 3 Things Your Coaching School Didn't Tell You About Being a 6-Figure Coach - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2009 from Kathy Jo Slusher-HaasThere are a lot of great coaching institutions out there. And when it comes to training outstanding coaches, they are spot on. They know their stuff. However, when it comes to building a business they miss the mark. Coaching skills alone won't make you a successful 6-figure coach. I have ...
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