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- Write It Down, Get It Done - by It’s that time of year again, the time for optimistic thinking and resolution making. If you are not mindful, another year will pass you by taking with it your dreams and aspirations. Have you ever wondered why you can’t seem to make forward progress in your life? It is usually because you have ...
Views: 1769 - *8* Life-Altering Decisions to Guarantee an Unexplainable Miraculous Transformation - by Submitted on Mar 31, 2015 from John Di LemmeJohn Di Lemme Life-Altering Decision #1 - Talk - Champions talk differently than everyone else. They use different words. Their words empower them to grow beyond limitations. Their words also breathe life into others. Success is an accent. Champions develop their success accent through what ...
Views: 1768 - Ask The Manifestation Maven: Vibrational Goal Setting - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2009 from Kimberly SchneiderThis month we’ll continue our discussion of goal setting. So far we’ve touched on how to distinguish between ego and Authentic Desires, and we discussed the importance of releasing attachment to outcome. Today let’s talk about vibrational goal setting. Visualization is a powerful tool for ...
Views: 1768(1 vote) - M-A-Y - by Submitted on May 09, 2013 from Sylvia HendersonMaybe I will, and maybe I won't. Maybe I do, and maybe I don't. If I'm to take action, I'll have to decide; Commit to a choice to which I must abide. ~ Sylvia Henderson So I shouldn't quit my day job and become a poet laureate? I introduce to you, "may". It's an interesting word in ...
Views: 1768 - Six Key Areas for Success - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2017 from Ulrike Berzau MM, MHS, PT, FACHE, www.UlrikeBerzau.comLooking back at last year, I am reflecting on those things that have been helpful for me to achieve success, meet and exceed my goals. I came up with the following six key areas in my life and I would love to hear from you about the things that have been most helpful for your development, ...
Views: 1768 - Are You Doing The Right Stuff? - by Submitted on May 30, 2010 from Marsha EganThese days, it seems like we are being pulled in so many different directions. Priorities compete with each other, and it just seems like we can’t get everything done, doesn’t it? What’s worse, it seems like our daily “to do” lists grow much faster than our abilities to check them off. No ...
Views: 1767(2 votes) - Gold Medal Goal Setting - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2008 from Corinne ElletsonNote to Self : Learning from the 2008 Beijing Olympics on Achieving Goals The 2008 Olympics in Beijing has come to a close. We will once again be at a loss for something to watch on TV or discuss around the water cooler at work. The 2008 Olympics stood out among those that came before it for a ...
Views: 1767 - What do we need to do in order to be more successful? - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2013 from Larry CraneIn order for us to be more successful requires our first determining what is it that we want to accomplish. In other words, we need to make a decision and establish a reasonable goal that we can accomplish within a reasonable period of time. We may first think we have to make a list of all ...
Views: 1767(2 votes) - Imagination: The Most Powerful Force - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2013 from David GikandiAlbert Einstein said that imagination is the greatest creative force. Why would such a great man say something that sounds so silly and trivial? Look at those words again: ‘greatest creative force’. Imagination? Not education? Nor money? Nor luck? Napoleon Hill, author of Think and Grow Rich, ...
Views: 1766(1 vote) - How to Achieve your Personal Goals (from Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness) - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: How to Achieve your Personal Goals (from Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness) Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Self Help, Personal Growth, Motivation, Goal-setting, Success, Success Principles, Motivation, Inspiration, Sports Psychology, Sport, Mind, Mind Control, ...
Views: 1764 - Enjoying Enjoyment! - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2013 from Larry CraneWow! Just thinking about “enjoying enjoyment” sounds delightful. The definition of enjoyment includes these proposed meanings: freedom from want and distress; consciousness of the good order of things; assurance of one’s place in the universe or society; and so forth. Associated emotions ...
Views: 1761(2 votes) - How I Turned a Success Study into the Life of My Dreams - by Submitted on Nov 29, 2006 from Jill KoenigWhen I first set out into business on my own, I quickly learned that despite my infinite determination to reach my goals and create a better life, there were huge gaps between where I was and where I wanted to be. Someone once told me if you want to be a Success, then study Successful ...
Views: 1761 - 12 Reasons to Use an Idea Journal - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2014 from Vernon Myers1. Using an idea journal is fast, easy, and convenient. It will take you less than 15 minutes each day to record your ideas, goals, and dreams into your idea journal. 2. Your idea journal will motivate you to take action on your most valuable and promising ideas. Use the idea journal ...
Views: 1760(1 vote) - Aspiring Best selling Authors - Distractions Can Hamper You - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2014 from Kathleen GageWhether you plan to write an online best seller e-book author or a more traditional book, you will have to finish that book before you actually get anywhere. No matter how good your intentions you may find it near impossible to get your book done unless you are aware of on fact; distractions ...
Views: 1758 - THE IMPORTANCE OF TAKING ACTION - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2007 from Roy BurtonTHE IMPORTANCE OF TAKING ACTION It can happen to the most determined of us. We have decided on some worthwhile goal that we want to achieve. We have even set down on a nice clean sheet of paper a splendid and well defined way to attain that goal. But then for some inexplicable reason we ...
Views: 1758 - Are You Focused on Money In or Out? - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Jeanna GabelliniThere's nothing like a money goal to throw you into a tailspin. As you move through your year, you measure the amount of money coming into your account by which month it is. Then you ask yourself if it's possible to generate the amount you want by year-end. Unless your income keeps moving up ...
Views: 1757 - Living in a Dream or Living without a Dream? What is the difference? - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Nil CelenOur dream or others' dream, any way we live in a dream. The only difference is the one who chooses the dream. I always prefer driver's seat instead of being a passenger. When driving, I have the control of movements and the destination. I can also decide to choose a short cut or change the ...
Views: 1757(1 vote) - Motivation and How to Create It (Good Boss/Bad Boss) - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2013 from Tina TessinaMany of my clients have come in complaining of a lack of motivation; from not being motivated enough on the job, to not being able to diet, quit smoking, or get out of bed in the morning. They desire to achieve both positive and negative motivations—positive motivations and being ...
Views: 1756 - Personal and business prowess just got better with lists. Key lists that work the magic - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieImprove your personal and business life with the right lists - 9 ways CONNECT WITH POSITIVE POSSIBILITIES 1. 10 IMPROVEMENTS. Make a list of at least ten improvements you could make. Consider health and fitness, career, home, business, family, hobbies, education and training. Come up with ...
Views: 1754(1 vote) - Uncomfortable Zone - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2012 from Mickey OddwinIn case you don’t already know, a comfort zone is the boundaries within which you feel comfortable. This can mean mental, physical or habitual or all three. The reason a comfort zone is called a comfort zone, is that when you step beyond the boundaries, you start to feel a bit uncomfortable… ...
Views: 1753(1 vote) - Smart Goal Setting Begins With A Desire - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2012 from TJ PhilpottSmart goal setting begins with having a desire and what's more is that it must be your desire and NOT be that of somebody else! If you intend to be successful achieving your goals then you must first start out on the path to doing so in the right way! For instance if you experience a lack of ...
Views: 1752 - Are You Setting Goals Or Living Your Passion? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2008 from Dana Bristol-SmithIn reviewing my goals for last year, I’ve realized that I have only met about 50% of them. Looking at it by the numbers it sounds terrible! I don’t like to do anything half way. Back in school, 50% would have been an “F”, which I’ve never gotten before, and I ...
Views: 1751 - Goal Planning Strategies to Create Your Best Year Yet - by Submitted on Dec 22, 2009 from Stephanie ChandlerSuccessful entrepreneurs share something in common: they set goals. A goal is like a target. You can have all the ammunition in the world, but without a clear target to aim for, you can end up shooting blanks. I am a firm believer in goal setting. Each year I write a detailed Goal Plan and ...
Views: 1751(2 votes) - What is change? And why are we so afraid of making changes? – Part I - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2012 from Larry CraneIn reality the process of “changing” is simply making a decision to do something other than what we are currently doing. Change is a reflection of current attitudes. Sometimes we choose to make changes that are relatively simple like deciding where to eat or what to order. Surely deciding ...
Views: 1751(1 vote) - You Got a Problem? - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2010 from CHARLES GLASSMANThe upbeat messages bombard us all the time: “Just think positive,” we’re urged. Or: “You should view the glass as half-full, not half-empty.” If we seem beset with self-doubt, we’re reminded to “just believe in yourself.” I’ve been part of this chorus of cheerfulness; you’ve heard me extol the ...
Views: 1751(6 votes) - No More New Years Resolutions - by Submitted on Dec 29, 2009 from Sumner Davenport2009 went fast didn't it? How did you do? Each year millions of people have a reaction to the transition of one year to the next. Some people are happy with their results. Others want something to change. Some people exceeded their goals and are excited for their next results. Others are ...
Views: 1750(3 votes) - 7 Lies that Prevent Powerful Results - by Have you ever considered that most of what happens in your life happens because of the way you think? Your thinking directs your emotional reaction, which in turn directs your behavior. The way you react to a situation is not just a representation of the events; your reaction also depends on ...
Views: 1749(2 votes) - The Ladder to Success –A Dedicated Project - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2013 from Sonny JuliusThe ladder to success needs to be a dedicated project if you want to reach the goals you desire. Don’t expect to just sit back and hop your goals can be reached without any effort on your part. It is not likely to happen. Many people are lazy about setting goals for themselves. They either ...
Views: 1749(1 vote) - Goal Setting - 5 Tips For Successfully Hitting Your Goals - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2011 from Anthony CarterIn successful goal setting and goal achievement you should keep certain pointers in mind. Here are 5 tips to help you hit your goals. Pick the right one. Be certain that you choose the right goal. Rather than signing up to run in a marathon so that you can lose weight you may want to go on ...
Views: 1748(2 votes) - Do Rituals Really Help Athletes - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2012 from Loren FogelmanAthletes and rituals go hand in hand. They offer familiarity and comfort. Rituals go the whole gamut from unusual to bizarre. Dunking a hockey stick blade in the locker room toilet before a game, wearing the same shorts under a uniform, bouncing the ball a specific number of times or chewing ...
Views: 1747 - Goal Setting & Life Coaching – Celebrating Your Milestones – Tips From A Life Coach - by Submitted on May 23, 2008 from Jodi RosenbergLife coaches specialize in helping individuals create the life they most desire. Within that process is visioning, goal setting and creating strategies to achieve those goals. One of the strategies I use with clients is to view the goal achievement as a path to success. Just as in a cross ...
Views: 1746 - Success is not just about setting goals - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2011 from Andrew HortonAfter you have invested time into creating a crystal clear picture of what you want your future to look like, you have set realistic goals that will stretch you and move you towards achieving just that in your life. You have given yourself something to aim for, success is not a destination, it ...
Views: 1746 - Back Up Plans - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2013 from Jeanna GabelliniWhen you have a goal or desire that is important to you, do you ever go into mental overdrive before you see the results? I know I have. I know my coaching and teleclass clients do. You can go into overdrive in several ways: • Think about every scenario possible that could go wrong. ...
Views: 1745 - Manage Your Mind to Manage Your Time: 28 Tips For Working Smarter, Not Harder - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2009 from Bill ColeAre you working longer hours but getting less done? Are you being asked to do more in less time? Beginning to feel like a hostage at work? Productivity problems can make you feel incredibly stressed--and then you're just spinning your wheels. But there is help. You can use your mind. You can ...
Views: 1745(5 votes) - 3 Productivity Tools to Improve Your Business's Profitability - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2013 from Carrie GreeneProductivity is a multi-billion dollar business so it should be easy to cross things off your to-do list. For the most part the tasks that are on our lists are not difficult, yet it’s as if an invisible force stops you from implementing. We’re full of excuses. Some of the excuses are more ...
Views: 1744(2 votes) - Goals and the World's Fastest Man - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2008 from Cameron TaylorIn 1974, there was a track meet held in Tennessee with some of the greatest athletes of the day. Because of the caliber of the athletes, everyone was hoping that a new world record would be set in the 100-yard dash. One of the runners was Ivory Crockett. Before the race, the television cameras ...
Views: 1744 - 5 Steps to Goal Setting Success - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Krystal KuehnBefore we set out to accomplish anything at all, we must begin with a clear picture in our minds of already having achieved our goal. We wouldn’t even imagine trying to glue broken pieces of pottery back together without any idea of what it’s supposed to look like. So, why should we go through ...
Views: 1743 - Master Your Future - Become An Idea Creator - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2014 from Vernon Myers"A man with a supply of idea fears nothing for he has become the master of his own fate." - Robert P. Crawford How do you use your mind to create ideas that open the floodgates to other opportunities? One way is to set an intention to create a great idea and then to follow the thought up with ...
Views: 1743 - 10 Important Benefits You May Have Forgotten (aka- The Joys of Being an Entrepreneur) - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2013 from Kate BeedersThe strangest thing happened to me the other day. I was invited to the Cape (aka Cape Cod for those of you outside Massachusetts), and my response was I needed to check my schedule. Wow! That response stopped me dead in my tracks. The invitation was for 3 weeks away that was certainly ...
Views: 1740(1 vote) - Are You Willing to Take the Big Leap for Your Goals? - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2016 from Ulrike Berzau MM, MHS, PT, FACHE, www.UlrikeBerzau.comOne of the thought-provoking questions Gay Hendricks asks in the beginning of his book is: “Am I willing to feel good and have my life go well all the time?” Gay says: “In my view, saying yes to that question is one of the most courageous actions a human being can take. In the face of so ...
Views: 1739 - Clarity Will Bring You Closer to Achieving Your Goals - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2015 from Ulrike Berzau MM, MHS, PT, FACHE, www.UlrikeBerzau.comJanet and Chris Attwood, internationally renowned Passion Test Founders, share: “Your passions are the pipelines to your soul. When you are connected to your passions, you feel happy, self-motivated, fulfilled, engaged, and worthwhile. And when you are disconnected from your true purpose, you ...
Views: 1739 - Effective Goal Setting Goes Hand In Hand With Emotions - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2013 from Dawn GrantEffective goal setting can surely be achieved when attention is given to neutralizing emotions. There is evidence that emotions affect the success of achieving goals. Who would have thought emotions affected achieving goals! But they do. Emotions are energy vibrating at different rates ...
Views: 1739(1 vote) - Thoughts Are Things - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2003 from Jim DonovanYou've probably heard this idea at one time or another. You've probably nodded your head in agreement understanding that thoughts are in fact, things. You probably believe this and accept that your thoughts, being things, do in fact have power. Have you really thought about this? Do you apply ...
Views: 1739(2 votes) - Peter Fogel's "What Steps Have You Taken Today Towards Your Reinvention!?" - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2011 from Peter FogelI don't know how to say this any clearer: But most people are lazy. (Not you, of course, I am talking about other people who are reading this article.) And being lazy is part of human nature. A body at rest; stays at rest… a body in motion yada, yada, yada… Anyway, the reason I am asking ...
Views: 1738(1 vote) - Leadership Skills Are Critical to Profits (For solopreneurs, too!) - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2013 from Jeanna GabelliniRegardless of what you think, you need to be a leader. That means everyone: solopreneurs and employees, too. And no matter what stage you find your business in, start thinking of yourself as a leader if you want to see increased profits. Each of you is a 'leader of self;' the leader of your ...
Views: 1737 - Only the Best!!! - by Submitted on May 11, 2014 from Larry Crane“It won’t work!” “It can’t work!” “No way, no how!” So basically what we are really holding in mind, is, “What’s the worst that can happen?” Clearly this is not how an article should begin if it is titled "Only the Best." And yet, this is what most of us are doing, most of the time. We ...
Views: 1737 - Achieving Great Things - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2013 from Andy CraigWould you like to accomplish great things in your life? If so, what would you like to accomplish? Do you have dreams that you would like to achieve that fulfill Your Purpose? For you to fulfill Your Purpose and make your dreams a reality there are some simple steps for you to follow. 1. ...
Views: 1736 - How to Make Your Wildest Dreams Come True - Fifteen Principles to Realise Them - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: How to Make Your Wildest Dreams Come True - Fifteen Principles to Realise Them Author Name: Craig Lock Category (key words): Success, Dreams, Self Help, Personal Growth, Inspiration, Self Help Books, Personal Growth, Success Skills, Empowerment, Positive Psychology, Motivation ...
Views: 1735(1 vote) - Are SMART Goals still Smart? - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2010 from Daniel BrittonMost experts agree that the expression of a goal or objective in clear, concise terms enhances the potential to achieve it. In goal setting the acronym SMART is perhaps the most well used process for structuring goals. It represents Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Time related. ...
Views: 1735 - Do You Want to Know Why Successful people Set Goals? - by Submitted on May 23, 2014 from Nigel St.HillDear friend, most of us will have tried a form of goal setting in the past and, more often than not, will have fallen short of our targets. The most common demonstration of this phenomenon is the New Year Resolution that is often forgotten a week later or the colleague who always seems to “be ...
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