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- Simple 6-Figure Business Checklist - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Kendall SummerHawkOne thing I’m passionate about is helping women entrepreneurs create 6-figure businesses, whether that means breaking into 6-figures for the first time, creating a multiple 6-figure year or achieving 6-figure months like I now routinely have (yes, I did say “months!”). I’ve focused on this topic ...
Views: 1339 - Melting Mental Blocks to Success: 7 Steps Closer to the Top - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Stephen BurgessWhy do so many people struggle to succeed? Why do so many of us fall short of the potential we know we have? Why do we keep repeating the same steps hoping for different results? You first have to remove the mental blocks you keep stumbling over. You will recognize them but you must take ...
Views: 2354 - Hidden Weapon For War Against Forgetting - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Colin NollToday, it's impossible to remember everything. We are being literally bombed with information from all kinds of sources, for example: TV, internet, radio, newspapers... It's really hard to select what we have to remember. Besides, we all have one big crucial limit. And that is our brain. We ...
Views: 831(2 votes) - How to Use Creative Visualization for Success - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Aboubakar PefouraSome people talk about creative visualization, as though it is an art form. But, you don’t need to be an artist to do it. You just need to use your imagination. Everyone has an imagination. Some people just fail to use it. With lack of use, a person’s imagination can stop working well. ...
Views: 885 - More Resilience This Minute - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from M.J. RyanResearch by psychology professors Richard G. Tedeschi and Lawrence Calhoun shows that not only do we have the ability to grow through the challenges of our life, what they call post-traumatic growth, but the benefits of doing so include improved relationships, new possibilities for our lives, a ...
Views: 2099(2 votes) - Your Ideal Elevator Pitch - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Paul SloaneHow would you describe to a stranger what your organisation does? When you meet someone at a social or networking event and they ask about your company what do you say? Take a moment to write down how you would portray your organisation in one sentence. Many people give very bland statements or ...
Views: 2142 - Preparing for Your Media Appearance: Getting Fit to Look Fabulous - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2009 from Susan HarrowThe first thing people are concerned about when they are doing a TV interview is: How do I look? They want to know what clothes to wear, how to do their make-up and hair (yes men too), how to sit to look their best. After we discuss all the cosmetic stuff we get down to media ...
Views: 1606(1 vote) - Is it Possible for Anyone to Be A Successful Entrepreneur? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Geoff FickeThis is a question that has no absolute answer. In many aspects of life an entrepreneurial spirit is useful. For our purposes, we will stick to the commercial and business areas and narrow the field of possible answers within this scope. I believe that theoretically any person can be a ...
Views: 1159(1 vote) - America’s Great Advantage Creating Divergent Industries - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Geoff FickeThe American economy is the growth engine of the industrial world and will continue to be so, as long a steady stream of innovative, divergent products is successfully created. The history of capitalism is replete with cycles of unique, needed product and technology advances that exponentially ...
Views: 2152(1 vote) - Have You Been Downsized? Consider the Options for a Better Life - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Geoff FickeA friend was effectively eliminated from the traditional corporate work force in the early 1990’s. It was traumatic. He was a college graduate. He had climbed the corporate ladder, rapidly, inexorably. He enjoyed a six-figure income, a second home, club memberships, prosperous investment ...
Views: 1311(3 votes) - Every Choice Has Its Price - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from William Cottringer“There are always two choices, two paths to take. One is easy and its only reward is that it’s easy.” ~Anonymous chooser. It seems like a lifetime ago that I wrote the book “You Can Have Your Cheese & Eat It Too, with all the clever ways to crack the ancient paradox of you can’t have ...
Views: 4931(3 votes) - The Power of Reading - Are You a Reader? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Dr. Robin RushloWe’ve all heard that lifelong readers do better at pretty much anything. How important is reading? Here are some interesting statistics associated with reading (from the website http://www.readfaster.com/education_stats.asp#literacystatistics.) More than 20 percent of adults read at or ...
Views: 3403(3 votes) - What Do I Know? - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Michael JonesI know you don’t always have to get it right. What the heck does that mean, you don’t always have to get it right? It means just that; it is OK to sometimes not get it completely correct. Let me explain a little. How many times have you had a project where you were so concerned about ...
Views: 1231 - Baby Steps! - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Michael JonesThink back to a time in your life when you had to learn a new skill. Were you able to perform that skill to complete perfection the very first time you tried it? My guess is no. Chances are you made a mistake. Maybe even a lot of mistakes. But, if you stuck with it, you gradually ...
Views: 1422(1 vote) - How To Develop Clear Objectives That Work Every Time - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Sharon MikrutWhether you are developing goals and objectives for a grant application, during a strategic planning process, or for your staff members or team, there are four items you need to remember to ensure your goals and objectives are easy to understand and implement. To illustrate these items below, I ...
Views: 2351 - 5 Rules for Life - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Danielle LaPorteThe fine gentleman at Five Rules For Life asked me if I wanted to weigh in on...life. But of course! If you have your own nuggets of wisdom to share, head on over and let Jon know - he may post 'em. The site is purely philanthropic and ad free. Thank you, Jon. Danielle's "Five Rules For ...
Views: 1199 - 6 Simple Secrets to Manifesting Financial Wealth Today - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Christine O'HaganThere are many principles—“secrets”—about money and success that will serve you well if you want to increase your wealth. Above all, however, is to first make it a priority. Make your want of manifesting financial wealth a clear intention. So many people feel guilty about earning, spending and ...
Views: 937(1 vote) - A Baseball Player as an Entrepreneurial Role Model - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2009 from Geoff FickeWatching the Chicago White Sox win the World Series for the first time since 1917, I was struck again how wondrous this beautiful sport still can be. The purest American game, baseball teaches so many of the values we appreciate in all areas of life. Hard work, doing the little things, hustle, ...
Views: 1384 - Intent and the World - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsIntent is a powerful word. It lets us know what we want to put our energy towards. To some extent it also focuses us, since until we formulate an intent we can't crystalize what it is we see as needing to happen, let alone how to get there. The moment we formulate a specific intent such as "I ...
Views: 628 - Life: Find Your Path and Stick to It - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Jeff BrownFirst, as I've stated before, you need to spend the time reflecting on your strengths: innate talents, abilities, gifts, and desires. After a long period of reflecting, writing and trial and error, you will find what you came here to this life to do. We all have it in us, but for numerous ...
Views: 2625(2 votes) - Where Do Beliefs Come From? - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2009 from Ty BennettThe Last Supper was painted by the Italian artist, Leonardo DaVinci. It took seven years for him to complete the project. The figures representing the Twelve Apostles and Christ were painted from living persons. The live model for the painting of the figure of Christ was chosen first. When it ...
Views: 2321(2 votes) - Why Procrastination Might Be Good For You - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsOriginally published on The Huffington Post Do you just procrastinate or do you procrastinate at a high level? Notice the implied assumption that you do procrastinate! High performance procrastination is our goal here. Last week, we addressed the challenges associated with to do lists ...
Views: 740(1 vote) - Nike Says it Best...Just Do It! - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Caroline and Craig MakepeaceI've been thinking lately of how I could put together a list of success principles based on my travel achievements. I've lived a pretty adventurous, courageous and successful life travelling the globe. You don't do that unless you possess certain qualities and character traits. I wanted to put ...
Views: 2349(8 votes) - Virtual Conference Etiquette - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2009 from Dawn Scranton, CQAVirtual Conferences continue to gain momentum and popularity as individuals experience increasing amounts of virtual activities for: team collaboration, staff education and delivery of customer support. However, as we ramp-up for online activities, firms will find it mandatory (if they haven’t ...
Views: 2254(1 vote) - Do You Love What You Do? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Dennis KelleyThe recent economic crisis has caused many people to reevaluate their business or career interest. As a result of the turmoil, I have had the opportunity to speak with different individuals and groups about the concept of finding your true passion in business. The idea that what you do is what ...
Views: 1372(2 votes) - Commit To Excellence - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Caroline and Craig MakepeaceAs a teacher, it's always important to have a list of rules and expectations for the children to follow in order to have a productive and successful classroom. Expectations are posted on the board under the heading 'Commit to Excellence.' These expectations don't just apply to students in the ...
Views: 1549(2 votes) - Why Experience Is Everything - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Gian Fiero |One year while watching the NFL playoffs, an Old Spice commercial came on which featured a confident, dapper, middle-aged man. He was sitting on a chair in front of a lit fireplace with his legs crossed, striking a rather debonair pose while looking directly into the camera. He then delivered ...
Views: 1405(2 votes) - Debunking the Myth of Not Having Enough Time - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Gian Fiero |Professionally, we often hear people say that they are busy. Some people repeat it so much that they sound like broken records. But are they really that busy? Or do they suffer from faulty time management skills? In the vast majority of cases, it's the latter reason. There are 24 hours in a ...
Views: 1466(2 votes) - A Question of Value - Understanding Your Worth - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Gian Fiero |With the marketplace becoming increasingly competitive for professionals, service providers, and contractors, more people are focusing on their marketing efforts than ever before. While marketing seems to be the logical answer to the complex problem of creating greater awareness of your products ...
Views: 1882(3 votes) - What's Your Winning Condition? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Debi DavisWhether you're an entrepreneur, business owner or CEO, we all share many common traits as human beings. From the frailties of our shell to emotional tendencies, we are more connected that we think. For instance, we have each mentally outlined our own private set of winning conditions and ...
Views: 1018(2 votes) - 4 Principles Of Success You Can Adopt To Achieve The Life You Desire - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Daniel HerznerIs the word success synonymous with the word wealth? To answer this question, who do you bring to mind when you think about success? Do you envision somebody like Donald Trump or do you see somebody like Mother Theresa instead? I'm sure we'd all agree that, with the wealth and high profile ...
Views: 1658(1 vote) - Purpose? Find Yours! - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Sharon EdenI’m writing this on the veranda overlooking the grounds, lake and woodlands of my ‘away from it all’ place. I’m spending time reading, writing, reflecting... and getting up late. I miss breakfast time but it’s totally worth the joy of not needing to be up at any particular time! And as I ...
Views: 753(2 votes) - Inscribe Your Life Review - Self Improvement Through Stories - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Krzysztof SrokaChris Cade has launched his Inscribe Your Life Program where he teaches how people can easily and in a fun way improve their lives using stories. Now, when people talk and read so much about the law of attraction, something like stories and story writing might seem new and also strange. How can ...
Views: 1022 - Creation of Wealth – 7 Secrets of Wealth Creation - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2010 from Keelan CunninghamFolks, have you ever wondered why some people are wealthy and others aren't. How can you get into that situation? How can you change your life so that you can have all the things that you've ever wanted? A few very simple, yet time-tested strategies will get you on the road to financial freedom ...
Views: 823 - Create a Concise Plan for Success - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Machen MacDonald“Simple clear purpose in principle gives rise to complex intelligent behavior. Complex rules and regulations give rise to simple and stupid behavior.” If this quote by Dee Hock contains truth then your business plan, game plan or even life plan must be concise. When it comes to writing ...
Views: 1798 - Solid Brand Construction in 4 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Gian Fiero |What is branding? Branding is a set of qualities and characteristics that are associated with a person, product, company, or organization. Successful brands rarely have negative associations; brands with negative associations are rarely successful. What does branding have to do with ...
Views: 1587(2 votes) - How Your Appearance Impacts Your Success - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2009 from Gian Fiero |Look the part. That's what people from my grandmother's generation used to say. It meant looking like the professionals who belonged to the group that you wanted to be a part of. It also meant carrying yourself, through your demeanor, in a manner that's consistent with the expectations of the ...
Views: 2499(6 votes) - Keys to Real Success: The Proper Way to Handle Power Politics - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Bob DraperIn the workplace power is not only part of the game; in many ways it is the game. Thriving in the workplace, then, is often about discovering who has the power and then using that knowledge wisely, learning not to fight the powerful—unless you have the clout to defeat them and find it necessary ...
Views: 1096 - Keys to Real Success: Finding the Positive in Disappointment - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Bob DraperThe hallmarks of the successful businessperson in our society have become action, deals, money, self-centeredness, excitement, distraction, overcoming, doing, and never resting. “I’m late, I’m late, for a very important date.” “Surely I am important. I received 120 e-mails yesterday.” “My two ...
Views: 1307 - Keys to Real Success: Realizing “the More” Is Nothing - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Bob DraperThe great fable of “the more” goes something like this: the more you get your hands on, the more you will have. Unfortunately, though, what happens is that the more you have, the more you believe you deserve, and the more you believe you deserve, the more you want. More of this and more of that. ...
Views: 1124(1 vote) - Clarity of Power - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Dawn AngierClarity of Purpose Living a Rich Life If becoming rich is part of your dream—and there’s no reason why it shouldn’t be—just be careful you don’t confuse being rich with living a rich life. I think we should all become financially rich. If we are, we can give more to our families, our ...
Views: 1137(3 votes) - Enthusiasm is Contagious! - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Michael JonesHave you ever seen a speaker who thrilled you down to your toes? How about just the opposite? I’ve seen both and unfortunately, the boring ones far outweigh the exciting ones! Let’s examine two people; Ferris Bueller and his teacher - played by Ben Stein. The teacher just plodded ...
Views: 1349(1 vote) - Do Not Be Afraid to Take the Lead - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Debora McLaughlinYou can empower yourself if you have the knowledge of who you really are and what your real purpose in life is. But it is also important that we touch the lives of other people in order for our lives to be more meaningful. You should get more out of your life. One way of accomplishing this is ...
Views: 1109(1 vote) - The Clonakilla Success Secret - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2009 from Zoe RouthI had the privilege of having dinner with Tim Kirk, owner of Clonakilla wines. For those who have tasted it, you know that there is something incredibly magic about his wine. My first sip was like drinking silk. It's no wonder that his wines are such a massive success. Who would believe it - ...
Views: 1454 - Powerful Lessons from a $20 Bill - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2009 from Catherine FranzRecently I was speaking to a group of 50 women and men. I opened my presentation in silence and by just holding up a $20 and saying, “Who wants this $20 bill?” With a space afterwards and more quietly I added, “No strings attached.” Now who in their right mind wouldn't want an extra ...
Views: 1845(4 votes) - Activate Your Own Successful Stimulus Recovery Plan - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from Linda Zander, The Success PackagerAre you waiting for the stimulus plan to kick in to solve your personal wealth and well-being woes? Waiting for a plan to work that was developed by some source outside of yourself is not going to provide you with the abundance, security and serenity that you want to achieve! The answer is ...
Views: 1193 - Resist, Insist and Persist For Success in Your Online Business - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from Parag PalejaI often hear online business entrepreneurs complaining about all the trouble they are having. To the point that they are ready to quit. Everyone feels like that every now and then, but you have to resist the temptation to get caught up in that. There is a difference between those who get past ...
Views: 2203 - What’s Love Got to Do With It?Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from Ann Ronan, Ph.D.Why am I talking about love in the context of business? And no, I don’t mean a passionate office romance. I’m talking about the fact that loving my clients has been a key to success in my business. It hit me several years ago when someone asked me the secret to my success...without ...
Views: 1830(3 votes) - Keep Moving - by Submitted on Jul 23, 2009 from Dawn AngierKeep Moving The sailboat was coming slowly into the marina under power. There was a south wind blowing about 15-20 knots, and it was beginning to rain. The helmsman appeared confident and had several crew aboard, so I elected not to walk over to the other dock and offer assistance. But I kept ...
Views: 1148(3 votes) - How Do I Make the Law of Attraction Work? - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Gabriel PatlashenkoDespite the movie “The Secret”, and several other resources, the majority of the world still pose the exact same question: “How do I make the Law of Attraction work?” There are three very important questions you have to ask yourself: 1. Am I aware of my current negative belief systems? 2. ...
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