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- How To Be In Success - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2015 from Susanna KearneyI am thinking abut the meaning of “Success” today perhaps because I am turning 52 in March and pondering how I want to spend my energy in the next final third of my life. “Being Successful” I will not lie has mattered to me too much at times. I have spun my own wheels in the muddy morass of my ...
Views: 1177 - Creativity is Essential for Your Business Success - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerYou may have noticed that in my personal life and in my business coaching I place a lot of importance on creativity. Not just because I think it's an essential component of living an abundant life, but also because it's an important aspect of business success. Although it may seem ...
Views: 1409(2 votes) - The New Year Resolution - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2016 from Kieran RevellNew Year Resolutions are contracts we make with ourselves, but share openly with others. Avoid disappointment and make them reasonable How many times have you promised yourself that tomorrow will be better? You’ll give up smoking; lose weight; take up exercise; eat more healthy meals; go and ...
Views: 1098 - Dr. Romance on The Worrier’s Guidelines: simple steps to combat worry - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2015 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: Often, it seems that there are not enough hours in the day to do everything that must be done, and like the Red Queen in Alice in Wonderland we have to run as fast as we can just to stay in place. And she was created before computers, cell phones and e-mail! ...
Views: 1157 - Dr. Romance on The Worrier’s Guidelines: simple steps to combat worry - by Submitted on Mar 16, 2015 from Tina TessinaDr. Romance writes: Often, it seems that there are not enough hours in the day to do everything that must be done, and like the Red Queen in Alice in Wonderland we have to run as fast as we can just to stay in place. And she was created before computers, cell phones and e-mail! ...
Views: 1127 - 4 Easy Ways to Change Your Paradigm - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2015 from Nigel St.HillDear friend, being aware of the ongoing changes in every aspect of our lives has become an important task for our survival and our continued well being. We see companies and organizations collapse because they have not been able to change their ways of thinking and behaving. Individuals ...
Views: 1599 - This Philosophy Will Help You Gain an Edge in Life - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2015 from Nicholas PuriHave you ever heard the expression: “strong opinions, weakly held”? It was used in the mid-80's by Paul Saffo; Director at The Institute for the Future, to explain the process for creating acceptable forecasts. As there’s always so much uncertainty about future events, it’s impossible to have ...
Views: 1217 - How to Keep the Sales You Worked Hard to Get - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2015 from Carrie GreeneI filled a prescription at our local pharmacy three days ago. Today I came home to a message on the answering machine. Joe called from the South Orange Pharmacy. My first thought was there must be something wrong with our insurance card, but as I listened a smile came across my face. He called ...
Views: 984 - Five Steps to a Rock Solid Business Foundation for Solo Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2015 from Larry Freeborg“An accurate plan poorly implemented is more successful and effective than a vague or generic plan implemented with brilliant precision.” – Author unknown Just about everyone in the business world agrees that planning is important and has some value. Before you can decide on an approach to ...
Views: 1253 - Are You A Victim of Your Thinking? - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2015 from Rand GolletzMy business passion is helping executives get out of their own way. Some of that work involves helping them come to terms with the business implications of the following: The human brain is geared, at least in part, to keep us comfortable and that "comfort" rather than "truth" predisposes us to ...
Views: 1576 - Masterminding Your Way to Success - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2015 from Nigel St.HillDear friend, do you know that a group’s effort is stronger than an individual’s effort? When you want to transform your life today, join groups or teams with the same interests as yours. Unlike when you are working alone to change some aspects of your life, a group effort is stronger and harder ...
Views: 1359 - Obstacles Illuminate the Path to Success - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2015 from Tony Fahkry“The brick walls are there for a reason. The brick walls are not there to keep us out. The brick walls are there to give us a chance to show how badly we want something. Because the brick walls are there to stop the people who don’t want it badly enough. They’re there to stop the other people.” ...
Views: 1331 - “The Truth About Success That Most Of Us Need To Know.” - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2015 from William Cottringer“The Truth About Success That Most Of Us Need To Know.” By Bill Cottringer “To succeed in life you need two things: Ignorance and confidence.” ~Mark Twain. I have been an avid student of the success phenomenon for nearly 5 decades now, and the deeper I dig in studying this phenomenon, ...
Views: 1495 - You Don't Have To Be Brilliant In Order ToSucceed Greatly - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2015 from John Carinci“You don’t have to be brilliant to have brilliant ideas and outcomes” At the age of nineteen, a Russian, Igor Sikorsky, almost had a working model of the first helicopter. By the age of forty-nine in 1940, Sikorsky’s successful VS-300 became a model that others based theirs on, and Sikorsky ...
Views: 1083 - Do You Want to Work for More Than Just a Paycheck? - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2015 from Larry Freeborg“Tell me, what is it you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” Excerpt from The Summer Day by Mary Oliver We are always at choice, including the decision we make about earning an income for ourselves and those who depend on us. When making a choice about how to create your ...
Views: 1087 - The Law of Attraction: Are You Trying Too Hard? - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2015 from Andrea SchulmanSince starting Raise Your Vibration Today (www.raiseyourvibrationtoday.com), I have had a number of people contact me to ask questions about the Law of Attraction and how to manifest their dreams. While each of these people had different goals, many of them had the exact same problem: they were ...
Views: 2364 - A Business for a Lifetime - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerThe Question That Says It All: How? It's no secret that in this day and age keeping a small business open and thriving is not an easy task to tackle. You have to overload yourself with knowledge in order to be successful and remain fresh to your target market. What's the first step to staying ...
Views: 1218 - Why should we recall the past? - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2015 from Academy QuranFrom time to time we recall the series of special events that happened or ended a long time ago. We on an occasion, predominantly remember the sincere efforts that our ancestors made in the past. Why do we do so? Is it beneficial for us to remember the past? The past has passed so why should we ...
Views: 967(1 vote) - The duties of a husband - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2015 from Academy QuranAlmighty Allah SubHanuhu wa Ta’ala has prescribed certain duties of the husband towards their wives. The Holy Qur’an says: “The women have enjoy rights over men as men have certain rights over the women in kindness.” Beloved Prophet SallAllaho Alaihi wa Sallam has said: “The best among you are ...
Views: 1116 - How to Stop Procrastinating in Your Business - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2015 from Ursula JorchOK, stop for just a moment. What were you doing right before you started reading this article? Was it one of your priorities? Chances are, if you haven't already completed your priorities for today, that you're procrastinating. It's something we all do at times. I know I ...
Views: 975 - Does Your Vision Grow Your Business - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2015 from Clement McGrathWe all know about creating a vision and mission statement as part of doing a business plan, and we have probably all done it. Yet how many have put it aside as they became focused on the business of running their business and trying to keep ahead of the competition. So much time and energy is ...
Views: 947 - Finding What You Love - And Getting More Of It! - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2015 from Kate SinerLiving our purpose is the key to fulfillment. Creating both an inner and outer positive impact through living our life purpose will take you beyond what you might have seen as possible. When stepping into your purpose this way, you experience a depth of meaning and harmony. You become less ...
Views: 1191(1 vote) - What Are Your Beliefs and Aspirations? - by Submitted on Feb 09, 2015 from Rand GolletzA number of years ago, I documented my values and beliefs regarding how I want to live my life. It was a valuable exercise. Documenting these things, however, is not nearly as important as comparing them to my actual behavior and actions. That exercise has created many “Holy sh**” moments for ...
Views: 1109 - A New Kind of Hero to Guide Us - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2015 from Larry FreeborgAs kids, we are taught to look up to the heroes in our community such as the police officers and firefighters who keep us safe. Some of us also immersed ourselves in the world of comic book superheroes – characters with superhuman powers who always managed to do the right thing and come out on ...
Views: 1031 - EXECUTIVE PRESENCE: WHAT IT IS AND WHY EVERYONE WANTS IT - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2015 from Rob JacksonWe all know someone whom we consider – consciously or unconsciously – to possess that important characteristic known as “Executive Presence. These are the people who absolutely command a room when they enter it – they are warm and welcoming and put others at ease with their positive body ...
Views: 1370 - The 7 Levels of Thought Processing in NLP - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2015 from Brian KrallNow you may have just read that title and been all like “What? Seven Logical Levels of Thought Processing? What the hell does that even mean?” And I’m glad you asked (If you did), because obviously that is what this post is for! haha. So I will start by defining what exactly having “Seven ...
Views: 4674 - 5 Simple Techniques to Get Unstuck - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2015 from Melissa HeislerIt happens to each one of us at one time or another. We become stuck. We enter a state of lethargy. Whether it involves our work or our home life, there are just days (and unfortunately sometimes weeks and months) where we feel stuck. We don’t seem to have the energy to move forward. We feel the ...
Views: 1464 - A Vision for Success - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2015 from Rick SteckerFINDING BALANCE AND THRIVING IN THE MIDST OF CHANGE We are all built from the ground up for balance. We all come equipped with elements of greatness. But along the way, change enters the situation. You’ve seen it happen. Change alters your environment. To adapt, you begin to do things ...
Views: 1002 - The Surprising Secret of King Arthur’s Success - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2015 from Larry FreeborgKing Arthur is a name synonymous with leadership, lion heartedness and action. His legacy is lasting and inspiring, and his Sounding Board – the Knights of the Round Table – is legendary. “This is the oath of a Knight of King Arthur’s Round Table and should be for all of us to take to heart. ...
Views: 1512 - Learning Tips: How to Be a Better Learner and a More Successful You - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2015 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionAre you a good learner? Life is about growing--physically, mentally, and spiritually--but in order to grow properly, one needs to be a good learner. The Word of God provides us with valuable tips and principles that will help us be better learners in life. Here are some principles I've ...
Views: 2119(1 vote) - Follow the Breadcrumbs to Success in Your Business - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2015 from Ursula JorchIt's not always obvious what to do next. Finding your way in your business can feel confusing, especially if you're struggling with processes like marketing and client contact. When I started to feel this way, I used to do one of two things. I either worked harder, hoping that clarity ...
Views: 976 - When is the Sale Complete? - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2015 from Rand GolletzYou just closed a huge deal; time to celebrate. Another buyer has decided that you da man. Time to cash the check and move on to the next opportunity. Not so fast, Mr./Ms. Wonderful! You've neglected Rule #1 in marketing: Customer expectations begin just as your attentiveness begins to ...
Views: 1749 - A New Year’s Resolution Worth Considering - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2015 from William CottringerA New Year’s Resolution Worth Considering By Bill Cottringer Normally, I am not one for making or suggesting good New Year’s resolutions, maybe because I have seen too many short-lived ones dissolving after just a few weeks. However, I am going to make an exception to my own rule this ...
Views: 1495 - Clear the Decks and Deck the Halls! - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2014 from Andrea NovakowskiIt’s that time again. Time to look back at your business during the past year and put together a plan for the upcoming year. How can you let go of what’s not working and make room for what you really want: a different approach to your work, more emphasis on areas that are the most profitable, ...
Views: 1645 - Seven Ways to re-connect to your Authentic Inner Self - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2014 from Pavandeep Saras-ShaktiYour attention is your most valuable currency and yet you may have been trained to pay attention to what is external at the expense of your connection to your Authentic Inner Self. There is a battle going on for your attention, so many demands being made on it, who will win, you or those ...
Views: 978 - Recalibrate, Restore, and Revive Your Business - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerIs business starting to feel like a slow drain on your soul? Are you beginning to begrudge every moment spent in front of your computer, or do you attack it, frisky and excited for what's to come? If you're feeling somewhat slumped at the sight of your work, it's probably time to implement ...
Views: 1175 - Incremental Action: Is Incremental Action An Important Part Of Success? - by Submitted on Dec 18, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one comes across someone who is successful, it can be easy for them to come to the conclusion that they have always been this way. And this is partly because one is not going to be aware of what they had to go through to get to where they are. One could assume that this person has ...
Views: 1898 - What are 9 things successful people do differently? - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2014 from DJ BarrettWhen we look at people who have made a name for themselves and have accumulated an abundance of wealth, we should ask ourselves... "What are they doing differently that makes them so rich?" Some people might say that they were born with certain talents. This may be true, but that's really ...
Views: 1620(1 vote) - How to Make Decisions that You Won’t Regret - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2014 from Rodrigo ScalambriniLife is based on decisions. Either you drink a glass of coffee or you write for five minutes longer. Either you put the money in savings or you go out for a nice dinner. Either you ask for the divorce or you keep trying for one more year. Decisions. Often they hurt, but that's a good sign. ...
Views: 1353(2 votes) - Does Chicago Communications Training Have an Edge? - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2014 from Mari PatTap into the Second City’s Improvisation offerings One of the most important elements of effective communication is the ability to think on your feet and adapt quickly. What better way to do that than discovering the tools and techniques inherent in Improvisation - and what city knows Improv ...
Views: 1579 - I hate my job! 3 Questions For Being Successful in Your NEXT Position - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2014 from Porschia Parker-GriffinRecent surveys show that 70% of people hate their jobs and most are actively looking for another one! Putting aside all of the specific reasons and circumstances, that’s a whole lot of unhappy people. It’s natural for professionals to feel that way because many people are wrapped up in their ...
Views: 1233 - If You Want to Succeed, Do This! - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2014 from Rand GolletzThis is one of the questions I hear most: "What one thing or one recommendation can you tell me that will have a huge impact on my life?" My answer is always the same: Accept 100% responsibility for everything in your life. It sounds obvious, but it's one of those recommendations that's easier ...
Views: 1203 - Using Attraction Principles to Build Your Business - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2014 from Kathleen GageTrends come and go. One day something’s hot, the next it’s not. Lately there’s been talk by millions of people about the law of attraction; think about what you want and it will manifest. Every month millions of dollars are spent on books, CDs, seminars, trainings and coaching sessions teaching ...
Views: 1393(1 vote) - The Media: Does The Media Promote Instant Gratification? - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhen people want to find out about what is taking place locally and globally, they often look to the mainstream media to inform them. This could be seen as a normal part of living in the modern-day world. But while this has been the way for so long, it is it beginning to change and this is ...
Views: 1945 - Making Sales Stick; A Simple Strategy Guaranteed to Increase Your Success - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2014 from Kathleen GageOne of the greatest concerns for those who do sell online is how to make sales stick and minimize refunds. Selling someone a product or service is one thing. Making it stick is something else. If you've been doing business online for any length of time, you know that making your sales ...
Views: 1116 - Visionary Leaders Have the COURAGE to Invest in People - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2014 from Mike ShrinerIt feels like I’ve spent much of my career trying to persuade business leaders they need to focus as much attention on their human assets (their employees) as they do their physical and financial assets (infrastructure, equipment, facilities, capital, etc.). Said differently, they should focus ...
Views: 1009 - I Would Give Anything To ... - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2014 from Kathleen GageA couple days ago I was listening to a CD by one of the most successful speakers in the industry. He has been around for many years and is considered one of the greats. He is also considered to be somewhat off the beaten path. As much as he is admired and respected by many, he is judged by just ...
Views: 1160 - Free Your Business Strategy and Mobilize People Power - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2014 from Mari PatAs a leader in an organization, you are likely to be perceived as the one with the answers. You can expect team members to look to you for direction and customers to look to you for accountability. Certainly there are situations and organizations that may require an autocratic leadership style ...
Views: 1170 - Business Takes Courage: How to Harness Yours - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2014 from Ursula JorchCourage in business can take all kinds of forms, from meeting with your first client to putting your first offering out into the world. Courage is often about firsts. And it can be about ongoing issues like dealing with client complaints, in a way that is respectful for both you and your ...
Views: 1004 - Why You Should Never Give Up - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2014 from Tony Fahkry“When you get into a tight place and everything goes against you, till it seems as though you could not hang on a minute longer, never give up then, for that is just the place and time that the tide will turn.” - Harriet Beecher Stowe Think like a Billionaire I am fascinated by ...
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