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- Daily Motivation Secrets That Really Work - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from Peter MurphyEveryday life can be frustrating in today's society. It is becoming more and more difficult for people to find happiness in the world we live in today. But it is important to try to stay positive and obtain daily motivation. One reason is that it spreads onto others around us. If one person in ...
Views: 631 - Dealing With Negative People Made Easy - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Peter MurphyI was playing tennis today with one of my tennis buddies. We play once a week and we usually chat about work, professional tennis players and local news. Today he was very negative about the people of the area we live in. According to him they are all thieves and crooks. Now this makes me ...
Views: 624 - Easy Conversation Starters Anyone Can Use At Work - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2008 from Peter MurphyStarting a conversation can be difficult at times, especially if you are a new employee at work. For many of us, the first day on the job, we are nervous and anxious to get settled into our new environment as quickly as possible, which does include meeting the people around us and begin ...
Views: 1608 - Easy Conversation Starters That Work Great With Family and Friends - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2008 from Peter MurphyQuality conversations are a necessary part of relationships, especially between family and friends. Conversations with those we care about can help us learn more about them and their lives. It also gives them a chance to get to know us better. Moreover, conversations with our loved ones can ...
Views: 2415 - Easy Ways To Make Friends With A Stranger - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2008 from Peter MurphyMaking friends with people we just met is not easy for many of us. For those of us who have difficulty making friends with strangers we often find ourselves feeling uncomfortable and uncertain about making casual conversation when we meet someone new. Some of us think we need to say something ...
Views: 2010 - Easy Ways To Overcome Self-Consciousness - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2008 from Peter MurphyA great many people have trouble with nervousness, shyness, and a host of other "issues" that make it difficult for them to interact with others. Well, there are a number of ways you can relieve yourself of that problem, and we are going to go over them now. First off, you want to become ...
Views: 2931 - Effective Ways Of Solving Shyness - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2008 from Peter MurphyEveryone knows shyness is a problem that needs to be. solved. But how does one go about it? The first thing that a shy person has to acknowledge is that he tends to avoid social situations because of his shyness. Taking that first step is a major factor that helps in solving shyness. The irony ...
Views: 871 - Ezine Promotion, The Three Forgotten Tactics - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2008 from Peter MurphyIf you are like most ezine publishers you want more ideas that work. But hold on a minute what about all the key strategies that you have overlooked? 1 Teamwork: Hook up with a fellow publisher who does not compete directly with you. I do this to find out what really works. Share ideas and ...
Views: 649 - First Impressions - Turn Fear Into Courage - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Peter MurphyThe top business people all say the same thing – first impressions count. Sounds easy, and it is easy for those few who can start a conversation with just about anyone but how many people do you know who are like that? On the other hand when you’re shy it’s easy to avoid other ...
Views: 645 - Gain Confidence And Boost Self Esteem In 5 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2008 from Peter MurphyWe all want to become more confident and feel good about ourselves so we can live our very best life. Here are some ways to gain confidence and raise self-esteem: 1. Do something that requires a decision and a follow-through. Have you been putting off writing that letter to aunt Martha? Is ...
Views: 675 - Get Motivated The Smart Way - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from Peter MurphyWhat does a person need to do when they need to get something in their life done, but just can't seem to do it? Get motivated! How does a person go about getting motivated about something? Setting goals is the most important step in becoming motivated. Goals are extremely important. As a matter ...
Views: 782 - Getting What You Want Most From Other People - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2008 from Peter MurphyVery often in relationships we do not seem to be able to get the one thing we want more than anything else - the approval of other people. In fact the more we want it the more difficult it can be to turn the situation around. Typical approaches include withdrawing from other people so that only ...
Views: 558 - Good Conversation Every Time When You Avoid 6 Common Mistakes - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2008 from Peter MurphyThere are six common ways that people ruin a good conversation. You need to be aware of them to ensure you avoid these common mistakes: 1. Blah, Blah, Blah. The Blabbermouth is the number one enemy of the good conversation. The other party soon tunes out. Never letting the other person get a ...
Views: 660 - Good Conversation Secrets That Work Every Time - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2008 from Peter MurphyOnce you have a conversation started keeping it going is sometimes the hardest part. Good conversation can sometimes be hard to come by. People have a way of turning a great start into a horrible exchange that leaves everyone wanting to run away. Learning a little bit about what to avoid and ...
Views: 902 - Good Habits That Keep You Motivated All Day Long - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2007 from Peter MurphyIf you want to stay motivated for the rest of the day then you should keep in mind several things. Below is a list of things and pointers that you might want to take note of. These pointers and tips will allow you to keep going for the whole work day. 1. Exercise in the morning. If you want to ...
Views: 582 - Great Communication Skills Are Essential For Success - by Submitted on May 23, 2008 from Peter MurphySuccessful people are not born; they are made. They are made from their own efforts: efforts directed toward becoming successful. They may choose to put a lot of effort into a specific area, but successful people tend to have success in several aspects of their lives. They pursue their goals, ...
Views: 812 - Great Conversation Starter Questions For Every Situation - by Submitted on Jan 16, 2008 from Peter MurphyAre you comfortable with walking up to someone and starting a conversation? Can you get people talking again when they have descended into eerie silence? If you answered ‘no’ to either of these questions, you might benefit from learning a few more conversation starter ...
Views: 4281 - Great People Skills Are Essential For Lasting Success - by Submitted on May 16, 2008 from Peter MurphyIf you want to be successful then you must have great people skills. Great people skills are rooted in being able to effectively communicate with all people; not just communicating with the ones who you think can get you somewhere. Unfortunately, this is how some people think. They think that ...
Views: 715 - Great People Skills Are The Secret To Happiness - by Submitted on May 15, 2008 from Peter MurphyHaving and developing great people skills will bring you happiness in work and in your social and private life. Great people skills tend to attract people. People with great people skills are generally the first to get promoted at work; they are the ones who have good relations with the opposite ...
Views: 2233 - Great Ways To Influence People - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Peter MurphyWe all have our own mentors - people who, in one way or another, has played a big role and influenced us in the way that we perceive things. At some point in your life, you will also find that what you have done or said has a way of influencing people. In these two cases, you will see that there ...
Views: 814 - Happy Talk And 3 Simple Secrets To Happiness - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Peter MurphyWhat is the one thing you want more than anything else for the people you love the most? If you had a magic wand what would you grant your family and friends? What is it that everyone wants? To be happy! How can you make other people happy until you are happy? How can you be happy? Lester ...
Views: 538 - How Managers Can Ensure Lasting Motivation In The Workplace - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2007 from Peter MurphyManagers and team leaders have a responsibility for motivation in the workplace. Well motivated employees work so much better and are so much more productive and creative as they approach their work with interest and enthusiasm. As a manager, you can create such a motivated workforce. 1. You ...
Views: 649 - How To Achieve More By Dealing With Resistance - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Peter MurphyToday I want to discuss the missing link in goal attainment... Your personal success and achievement depends on your ability to act upon what you know. Yet this is where most people stumble. It is easy to find out what to do. Simply ask the right people for advice, read the best books on the ...
Views: 569 - How To Assert Yourself Without Losing Friends - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2008 from Peter MurphyOften, people will have trouble making themselves stand out form the crowd. For some people, they can be a bit nervous about voicing their own opinion; maybe they are worried about being wrong or be laughed at. So, trying to stand up for themselves, and really assert themselves can be a problem ...
Views: 1250 - How To Be Confident In 4 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2008 from Peter MurphySome people just seem to naturally know how to be confident in any given situation. Let’s face it; learning how to be more confident can seem like a daunting task. However, if you want to have the courage to go after your dreams, you owe it to yourself to learn the secrets to being a more ...
Views: 726 - How To Be Motivated To Create The Life Of Your Dreams - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2008 from Peter MurphyWhen it comes to motivating yourself to be a better person, to do better at work or to create a happier family life you need to understand the importance of taking control of your self-talk. You really need to know how to motivate yourself through thick and thin. Do you ever pay attention to ...
Views: 617 - How To Beat Procrastination At Work - by Submitted on Nov 06, 2007 from Peter MurphyIn order to beat procrastination at work, one must stay motivated at all times. Procrastination is the habit of postponing tasks. Are you the type of person that procrastinates regularly? Maybe you are having a hard time finding interest with your work. Maybe you are having difficulty managing ...
Views: 630 - How To Brainstorm Great Ideas For Conversation Topics - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Peter MurphyEngaging into conversations with people happen everyday and with the right communication skills, you can pretty much talk about anything under the sun. If you want to become a great communicator then you have to think about great ideas for conversation. If you are a public relations manager ...
Views: 1649 - How To Build Lasting Self-Confidence - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2008 from Peter MurphySelf-confidence is having the belief in our ability to do or accomplish something, or to succeed. It largely involves our past learning experiences, successes, and achievements. For many of us self-confidence can fluctuate up and down, depending on the daily challenges we face in comparison ...
Views: 1806 - How To Build Rock Solid Self Confidence - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2008 from Peter MurphyYou have probably noticed those people at work, school, and in your daily life that always appear to be self confident and on top of world. Everything seems to go right for these people and they always seem to present themselves as calm, collected and successful in everything they do. If you ...
Views: 1279 - How To Build Self Esteem In Children - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Peter MurphyEvery parent has to learn how to build self esteem in their child. You might think that children do not have a problem with low self esteem but some of them do - and that someone could easily be your child. How does one build self esteem in their child? You may rely on the following steps to ...
Views: 1111 - How To Build Your Self Esteem In 7 Easy Steps - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2008 from Peter MurphyThere are many people that will try to teach you how to build your self esteem. But not everyone knows how to really build self esteem. When a person has great self esteem, he is able to participate more actively in life. His life becomes richer, and he will find his relationships with the ...
Views: 820 - How to Communicate Better in 3 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2007 from Peter MurphyDo you ever leave conversations at work wondering why you bothered opening your mouth? Do you sometimes wonder how many times you have to tell somebody something in order for them to get it right? Do you feel that just don’t listen? If so, then perhaps you need to know how to communicate ...
Views: 838 - How To Communicate Better With Body Language Secrets - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2008 from Peter Murphy"I don't let my mouth say nothin' my head can't stand." Louis Armstrong Since the 1970's, learning how to communicate better has had a lot to do with understanding body language. Julius Fast wrote a book entitled, Body Language in 1970. He talked about a new science called Kinesics. It opened ...
Views: 548 - How To Communicate Well Under Pressure - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2008 from Peter MurphyPeople who have great communication skills can communicate well despite being under pressure. Notice the great public relations officers out there. Despite being bombarded with controversial issues, they are still able to remain graceful under such pressure. If you want to be one of these ...
Views: 815 - How To Confidently Assert Yourself At Work - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2008 from Peter MurphyTo assert yourself means to confidently express what you feel, what you need, and what you expect from others in a non-threatening manner. However, in the workplace sometimes asserting oneself can be easier said than done. Often the work environment can be highly demanding and stressful and, ...
Views: 2572 - How To Deal With Discouragement And Develop Exceptional People Skills - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2008 from Peter MurphyEver feel like giving up? Do you ever feel so discouraged that even one more day of frustration will be too much to handle? Everyone gets discouraged at times however there are a number of key differences between people who keep on going and those who give up: 1 Focus On Your Goal Not On Your ...
Views: 602 - How To Deal With People Who Dislike You - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2008 from Peter MurphyWhen you read books on personal development and articles about making your life better the emphasis is generally on the positive. You learn all about deciding what you want and how to get it. However you also need specific guidelines for dealing with situations when nothing seems to be working ...
Views: 1122 - How To Ensure Effective Communication In The Workplace - by Submitted on Dec 26, 2007 from Peter MurphyCommunication sounds easy, doesn’t it? However, it can be very difficult, especially when we are dealing with people we don’t know very well. Not knowing someone well can mean you don’t always know how to speak with them. This can be the main problem in effective communication ...
Views: 6549 - How To Find Inspiration When You Need To Get Motivated - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2008 from Peter MurphyEveryone lacks motivation from time to time. Often this lack of motivation is directly related to the way in which you are looking at a task. If you view a task as an inconvenience or as something that really doesn’t interest you, you will have a difficult time getting motivated to ...
Views: 821 - How To Get Fired From Procrastinators Anonymous - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2008 from Peter MurphyWelcome to the procrastinator's anonymous club! This club will accept anyone who is willing to make an excuse. It only takes one - that will do. Quitting even before you get started will put you in the leadership positions of the procrastinators anonymous club - guaranteed a promotion! Now, ...
Views: 644 - How To Get Motivated And Have Industrial Strength Self-Motivation - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2008 from Peter MurphyIt is not your fault if popular self-help courses have never worked for you over the long term. How to get motivated is not adequately dealt with. Why? Because generally speaking there are problems with the material you have read and listened to in these courses: To appeal to a wider ...
Views: 622 - How To Get Motivated When You Have An Off Day - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2008 from Peter MurphyWhat can you do on days like these? Is there a way to get motivated and stay motivated? There are three simple yet powerful ways to pull yourself out of a slump. And best of all you can start using these strategies today. 1. Complete Something It is very important to start and finish ...
Views: 658 - How To Get Out Of Bed And Stop Procrastination - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2008 from Peter MurphyHaving a little trouble getting out of bed in the morning can be a little difficult. But there are sometimes some things that we do on a regular basis that might make it a little more difficult. This article will show how you can stop procrastination, and do the things that you want to do. A ...
Views: 2523 - How To Get People To Respect You - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2008 from Peter MurphyMany people around us fail to respect us. Some people use us and take advantage of us, while others talk and behave with us in ways that offend us and hurt us. However, when people fail to respect us it is our own fault. It’s our fault because we have failed to establish boundaries for ...
Views: 1351 - How To Get People To Stop Ignoring You And Start Listening - by Submitted on Jul 21, 2008 from Peter MurphyGetting people to pay attention to what you say: ah, now that is a challenge every school teacher, advertiser, and director of marketing has been trying to figure out since the dawn of time. Anyone who has ever been in a position of authority will realize this can be difficult. So, if you are ...
Views: 1390 - How To Get Your Man To Express His Feelings - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2008 from Peter MurphyThese days, we often talk about wanting people to be more expressive about their feelings, about “telling it like it is” so we can have some open and honest dialog. If we could manage that, maybe we’d be happier, marriages would last longer, and maybe even a few other problems ...
Views: 2509 - How To Get Your Man To Talk More - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2008 from Peter MurphyWhen you are in a relationship, there are many things that are important to make it work, to make it grow, and thrive. As with anything else in life, you must strive to build your relationship and make it healthy. And, one of the key aspects to a relationship is communication. For, if you can ...
Views: 1304 - How to Get Your Partner to Listen - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2008 from Peter MurphyWhen you are in a relationship, communication is one of the fundamental factors in building a lasting bond of affection between the two of you. So, being able to sit and talk, and work things out between you is vitally important to that relationship. And, just talking is not enough, you both ...
Views: 1111 - How To Have Confidence And Enjoy Every Moment of It - by Submitted on Jan 31, 2008 from Peter MurphyConfidence is not only a skill it is a choice. How to have confidence? It is a choice to walk, talk and act with confidence despite how you feel or what others say. To have confidence is to be at ease in any situation. To be prepared and capable to take all the hits as they come and still smile ...
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