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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

Four characteristics of a GREAT Team

Ever since my tour of duty in the Marine Corps, I have always aspired to be part of a great team. I have spent most of my career, regardless of what industry I was in, developing teams to help accomplish goals. Even if you work alone, you are still part of a team. Your vendors, clients, and support personnel all make up your team. And every team needs a leader. If you’re not leading your team, who is?

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

T - Tracking

The 5th Step to Accomplishing Your Goals GOALS - REASONS - EXPECTATIONS - ACTIONS - TRACKING Your goals are too important to just “wing-it.” Because you, your goals, and your life mean so much, you’ve put a great amount of effort to get to this point. Transforming your goals into greatness is like making a fine meal. The only way to cook it is to apply the right amount of heat. Greatness rarely happens at room temperature! There is only one component remaining to effectively Think GREAT - Tracking.

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

Desire is the Key to Success

A sales professional without desire is like an engine without fuel. Even the best engine will fail to perform when it is lacking the necessary fuel. An idle engine creates no momentum. Your sales efforts need momentum, not only to get things started but to keep things moving. Desire is your secret ingredient. Deeper desires create more powerful fuel.

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

Accomplishing Goals in 90 Days

Can you get focused for 90 days? Are the goals in your life important enough to eliminate bad habits and create new, great habits? Many of us have started some form of a program to improve certain aspects in our lives. The problem is that most of us start off strong, but fail to finish. I use the power of a 90 Day Run to accomplish my goals.

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

E – Expectations

The 3rd Step to Accomplishing Your Goals GOALS - REASONS - EXPECTATIONS - ACTIONS - TRACKING We all have basic expectations in our lives, such as showing up on time for work, dropping the kids off at school, and paying bills. Setting high expectations for yourself acknowledges that your goals are important to you and that you believe in yourself. These expectations will apply the right “productive” pressure to your efforts. Everyday people are ready jump up and grab a hold of their goals. When you set high expectations, it’s like jumping on a trampoline.

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

R - Reasons

The 2nd Step to Accomplishing Your Goals GOALS - REASONS - EXPECTATIONS - ACTIONS - TRACKING Writing down goals is never enough to accomplish them. Just look at all of the New Year’s resolutions set across the world every year. Usually, they’re the same ones that weren’t accomplished the year before. Most people get pretty excited about listing their resolutions. So why is it that they stop trying to accomplish them in less than two weeks? Most workout programs focus only on the goals – lose 20 pounds.

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

If They Can Do It, You Can Do It

Almost every goal you want to achieve: losing weight, earning more money, or eliminating debt, has been accomplished by many other people. In fact, the exact amount of weight you need to lose and the precise amount of income you want to earn has already been accomplished many times before. Are those people any better than you? No! They merely understood that if someone else did it, so could they. Excerpt from Think GREAT: 5 Steps to a Greater Life I remember my first night in boot camp like it was yesterday. I was afraid.

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

Become a TRUE Leader™ and Success Will Follow

TRUE Leadership™ The art of leadership has been studied for centuries. Countless theories exist and thousands of books have been written on the topic. People pay top-dollar to learn leadership skills at seminars to enhance their careers. Businesses invest millions of dollars annually to train their employees to become better leaders. Why so much focus on leadership? It’s simple, success follows leadership.

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

A – Actions

The 4th Step to Accomplishing Your Goals GOALS - REASONS - EXPECTATIONS - ACTIONS - TRACKING There is a big difference between knowing what to do and actually doing it. Most people know exactly what they need to do to hit their goals: exercise, eat healthy, save money, stop wasting time, etc. But, many choose to stay on the ground level, never taking the necessary steps up the ladder to reach their goals. A lot of people confuse movement with action. Running on a treadmill is fine for exercising, but if you’re trying to go somewhere, you’ll need to get on the right track!

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

G – Goals

The 1st Step to Accomplishing Your Goals GOALS - REASONS - EXPECTATIONS - ACTIONS - TRACKING Don’t trade what you need most for what you want now! What is a goal? A goal is a defined dream with a powerful plan. Dreams that are truly important to you will find their way out of your head and onto paper. I’ve found that just by starting to focus on your goals, you will actually start to improve your life. When was the last time you found yourself dreaming “BIG”? I mean the kind of dreams like you had when you were young and felt like you could conquer the world.

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

Make the Choice to Increase Your Income

In less than two years, I increased my income by over 500%. And I did it right after my wife finished battling cancer, my dad passed away, and I switched careers! Gina and I had a lot on our plates, but one of our goals was to increase our income. I did it by applying the Think GREAT program to my life – 5 Steps to a Greater Life. Let me start by saying that money does not buy happiness – it will merely enable you to enjoy more experiences in your life. For some people, increasing your income may mean that you can spend more time with your family.

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

Know Money or No Money?

Do you feel you are on the right track financially? Are you prepared for retirement? Is your nest egg where it should be? Has the economy had a negative impact on your financial household? Do you need to earn more money?

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

When you control your thoughts, you control your life!

What is the difference between being in a slump and being in a grave? Being in a slump is depressing, but you can get out by yourself. In fact, it is the only way! People can help you, even encourage you, but overcoming whatever circumstance you face is ultimately your choice. When it comes to moving ahead in life, many people feel they are in a slump, day in and day out. The same job, the same commute, the same everything – everyday!

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

Why Goals are Important

Goals are the most powerful driving force in your life. When you stop setting goals, you stop enjoying all of the amazing rewards life has to offer you. I know this first hand. In 1999, my wife was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. Her oncologist instructed me to keep her positive. I helped her to set and accomplish life-changing goals.

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

The Trifecta of Growth

Everyone wants to improve their results, especially when it involves their income. Sales associates, business owners, managers, and leaders, attempt to structure their day to experience growth. I meet with people each day who are committed, dedicated, and passionate about building their organizations and increasing their earnings.

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

Take Your Sales to the Next Level!

I have been involved in “selling” for nearly a dozen years now. I have sold everything from life insurance to media services. I have had the privilege of working with hundreds of different sales reps, and meeting thousands more. They all have one thing in common – they want to make more money.

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

Don't Let Challenging Times Keep You From Accomplishing Your Goals

People often look at challenging times as obstacles in their path to accomplishing goals. I have found that difficult situations can actually be the catalyst for much greater things, if you let them. I wrote my first book, "Think GREAT: 5 Steps to a Greater Life" to tell the story of my wife’s battle with cancer and our desire to stay on track to accomplishing our goals. That was over ten years ago.

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

Accomplishing Goals Will Change Your Life

Goals are the most powerful driving force in your life. When you stop setting goals, you stop enjoying all of the amazing rewards life has to offer you. I know this first hand. In 1999, my wife was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. Her oncologist instructed me to keep her positive. I helped her to set and accomplish life-changing goals.

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

Selling is T.U.F.

2011 is approaching fast and your ability to “sell” will dictate your success in the New Year! “Sales” is a natural part of any job. Everyone is in sales. Doctors, lawyers, athletes, politicians, filmmakers, and janitors are selling every day. They want to obtain more patients, gain more clients, sell more jerseys, lock in more votes, sell more tickets, and earn more promotions. Those who do not “sell,” have made the choice not to sell.

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

Which Financial Tools Are Right For You?

As we continue the Mid Year’s Resolutions journey, I wanted to address one of the biggest goals people have – financial independence. For nearly five years, I sold financial services by meeting with people, usually in their homes or offices, to help them accomplish their financial goals. I met with individuals, families, and business owners to review where they currently stood and where they wanted to go.

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

The Goal Formula

What is a goal? A goal is a defined dream with a powerful plan. Dreams that are truly important to you will find their way out of your head and become a reality. How do you make that happen? Each year, millions of people set amazing goals called New Year’s Resolutions. Unfortunately, most resolutions are never resolved.

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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By Erik TherwangerRecently published1 topic

The SCALE Factor

As a former U.S. Marine, I have always led an active lifestyle and remained in great physical shape for most of my life. In 1999, after ten months of marriage, my 27 year old wife was diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. We were told that it was very aggressive and she needed to start chemotherapy immediately. The effects of her treatments were devastating. To have more time as her caregiver, I left my job and started a career in sales. One of the side effects of her treatments a violent reaction to the smell of food.

Primary topic: Goal Setting

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