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- Refusing to Let Yourself Fail - The Key to Staying Motivated - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2009 from Sharon CapehartMotivation starts with developing a positive mindset that refuses to let you fail. With a positive mindset, you see a brighter future, you don't quit, and there's nothing that you can't overcome. If you're thinking that sounds like Fantasyland, well guess what? I live it and breathe it very day ...
Views: 1366(2 votes) - Self Improvement and Motivation to achieve your goals this year - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2010 from Kevin AbdulrahmanAll too often you hear of people who talk about goal setting. Yet you my friend are well aware that many goals have been set only to have never been achieved, worst yet, they were never even started. By now you are must be also aware of the fact that time stops for no one. If in doubt, check ...
Views: 6539(2 votes) - Seven Ways We Got To Be Fourteen Years Old - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2009 from Dawn AngierSuccess Networks International was launched on January 1st of 1996. In the course of the last fourteen years, we've done many things wrong. We've tried things that didn't work and sometimes stayed with them longer than we should have. We've missed opportunities and were slow to take ...
Views: 1136(4 votes) - Sports Motivational Quotes: 3 Super Quotes To Help You Succeed In Sports And Life - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2009 from Michael LeeProfessional athletes are a great source of sports motivational quotes. No one knows how to beat the odds better than them. They know how it feels to work hard and win. They know how it feels to fall and stand back up again. They are amazingly goal-driven and will go through any lengths to ...
Views: 4031(2 votes) - Start Your Motivational Speaking Career Now! - by Submitted on Apr 08, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraAs a motivational speaker and mentor, it is understood that you teach and train people the basic principles which work to produce wealth and happiness for themselves repeatedly. It is naturally deemed that any individual who has the interest and desire could begin a motivational speaking career ...
Views: 1256(2 votes) - Sticks and Stones May Break My Bones – But Words Will Never Hurt Me! - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Pat MussieuxDo you remember this little chant from our earlier days? I can remember, so very well, a lot of the teasing that I took as a young child. I had reddish hair, a ton of freckles – I was shorter than most people, everywhere (it seemed). I can also remember how the teasing hurt. How we feel about ...
Views: 1595(2 votes) - Success Secrets - A few thoughts for your reading pleasure - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Gary GoldsteinThe astonishing success of my seminar amazed even me. The amount of hands-on, concrete simple strategies I was able to squeeze into that course, and the amount of real-world traction people experienced in just over a handful of weeks exceeded my every hope and expectation. It was so ...
Views: 1194(2 votes) - Take an Idea From a Thought to a Profit - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2009 from Hooman HamzehlouiA Groundbreaking Idea Worth Billions Have you ever had an idea for something new and innovative that you knew without a doubt that it was guaranteed to be a success? You visualized this idea in your head over a million times to the point where you knew everything there was to know about it ...
Views: 1801(4 votes) - Taking Action - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Marc-Andre TerriaultThis has to be the most important secret I can teach you! When you learn to utilize this secret to your advantage you’ll be able to accomplish anything you want in life. A lot of people don’t realize how taking action is part of their daily lives. It’s basically found in everything you do… ...
Views: 1062(4 votes) - Taming the Time-Zappers - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Renee UrsemAhh, summer. In June summer stretches out, appearing limitless. Now as August and the back-to-school ads bombard us, we realize that summer soon will be gone. Have you accomplished some of the plans you made in the spring? If not, you may have fallen victim to a time zapper. What ...
Views: 2674(2 votes) - Ten Warning Signs - Time To Look For a New Job - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2010 from Alvah ParkerIt is no secret that it is hard to find work these days. That makes it doubly difficult if you are still working and are miserable at your job. Other people will tell you that you should be happy to be working and bringing in a pay check. Being unhappy at work makes your whole life feel ...
Views: 1481(4 votes) - Ten Ways You Can Adapt in a Challenging Economy - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Dawn AngierHere are some ideas on adjustments you can make to keep business up in a down economy. And they work in an up economy as well. 1. Focus on Relationship Build stronger relationships with your customers. Find ways to help them. Tap into the social networks like Twitter, Linked In and Facebook. ...
Views: 1281(2 votes) - The Audacity of Humility: Leading by “All Too Human” Example - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2010 from Mark GorkinJust before the start of a “Stress, Change and Creative Teaming” workshop, I was testing out my microphone. The program was for managers of a global engineering company. Most of the 50 + particpants were ex-military, now contractors working with commands and brigades based at Ft. Hood, TX or ...
Views: 3188(2 votes) - The Balance between needs and values - by Submitted on Sep 25, 2009 from Danielle VindezHow is it that yesterday I was on top of the world, and today I am dull, and uninterested. I’d like to blame it on hormones, the foggy weather, or allergies, but that would be too easy. If motivation comes from living a life immersed in my personal values, as I am told by reading Abraham ...
Views: 2520(2 votes) - The Doorway Technique for Problem Solving and Stress Reduction - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2009 from Kenneth VandreThe Doorway Technique, based on the idea that obstacles can be seen as doorways if viewed in the right way, is a simple and powerful stress-reduction, emotional-release and problem-solving tool. After a particularly stressful day at work a few years ago, I sat on my bed and did cathartic ...
Views: 1628(4 votes) - The First Step to “Star Power!” - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Sande ShurinThe first step to “Star Power!” is to value yourself. This is the job for your Authentic Self, not your Ego. Judgments and opinions are the Ego’s yardstick – valuing and appreciating who we are and all we go through constitute your Authentic Self. It takes a long search before you can ...
Views: 1153(2 votes) - The Hero's Journey - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Kelley KremerMany of us fail to recognize the dormant hero that lies in each one of us. We are taught to believe that in order to be a hero we must perform some truly noble act or possess supernatural abilities. Only then, we feel, will our lives be validated and some higher duty fulfilled. The greatest ...
Views: 3387(8 votes) - The Importance of Focus - by Submitted on Sep 08, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThere are many distractions in the world. This would be a good day for you to focus. Focus on your needs, as well as, the needs of others. Keep the needs of yourself and the needs of the self in balance. You will notice that you and others have this need to keep life in balance. There is a ...
Views: 651(2 votes) - The Life Gains Game: 6 Steps to Getting What You Want With Ease - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsThe Life Gains Game is a mental journey you can take to drop the baggage we all carry about WANTING something. You know that baggage? I can’t afford it. My family needs too much for me to splurge like that. I have too much stuff already. The Life Gains Game clears out all that chatter and ...
Views: 642(2 votes) - The Mastermind Effect of Small Group Dynamics - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from Loren FogelmanHave you thought about making long, lasting change, but just haven’t done anything about it yet? Life can so busy and much of the day is spent focusing on taking care of stuff. At the end of the day, what have you done for you? Change can happen. Having a desire to do things differently is ...
Views: 2144(2 votes) - The Number One Spiritual Road Block Is… - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2011 from Jennifer UrezzioAs you know, I’m a Teacher of Integrity (Axiom of Translation). I speak with a lot of leaders and healers. One of the statements that really frustrates this part of my Soul is the belief that because someone is in the spiritual field there is no need for new awarenesses. I have a coach and I ...
Views: 1612(2 votes) - The Power of Faith - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Faizal NisarFaith is power. Once you learn to believe in yourself, you are free from the thoughts of others and only true to yourself. You can do whatever you set your mind to and live however you desire. The power of faith lifts one's spirits and destroys all boundaries. If one's belief is strong ...
Views: 1099(10 votes) - The Power of Less to Get More Done - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSuccess breeds complexity. {Do you really think Tim Ferris, author of the bestseller, The 4 Hour Work Week works only 4 hours a week?} Simplicity and traditional success are a tricky combo. The masters of it are exceptions. They are also chilled, prosperous and rarely in a rush. Leo Babauta ...
Views: 652(2 votes) - The Power of One - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsYears ago I walked by as a man was yelling irately at a woman in a parking lot who had backed out of her spot and “touched” the bumper of his car. I knew it was wrong, I knew I should have said something, and I didn’t. I can't explain why - I've always spoken up when there has been bullying, at ...
Views: 669(2 votes) - The Power Within The Fear - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2010 from Luminita SaviucFEAR: False Expectations Appearing Real Why do we have to experience fear and why is fear present in our lives? I find it amazing that every single person on this planet is experiencing this emotion. I personally believe that in this world there are only these two strong emotions: LOVE and ...
Views: 1393(2 votes) - The Seasons of Life & Success - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2010 from James Bird GuessAs March and the season of spring comes upon us, it is critical that you start planning and equipping yourself for change. As you know, life has four seasons: summer, fall, winter and spring. However, most people are unaware that success also has four seasons: summer success, fall failure, weary ...
Views: 1141(2 votes) - The Strange Reason Why Following a System is Important - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2010 from Marc-Andre TerriaultFollowing a system is important when you are on your road to success. It’s what guides you to make sure you are on the right track. Now, following a system is not one of the 6 secrets I teach because the 6 secrets to success are themselves part of a system. (more information on the 6 secrets to ...
Views: 1055(2 votes) - Today is a New Day - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowEach day that you step out of bed and your feet hit the floor you are given another brand spanking new opportunity to make the right choices. Each day you are granted this opportunity is another day that you are presented with the occasion to make a conscious decision to take the steps to ...
Views: 1152(2 votes) - Two Traits of a Strong Leader - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2009 from Jody WilliamsWhat are some characteristics of leadership? There have been several books written about them and some include passion, intelligence, responsibility, drive, compassion, energy, enthusiasm, charisma, the ability to communicate, etc... I would like to focus on two that I believe are ...
Views: 1453(2 votes) - Use What’s Falling On You - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsI heard a great story the other day that goes to the heart of how we need to deal with the challenges of our lives. A farmer had a mule. One day, that mule fell into a deep well. He was swimming as fast as he could, but the farmer couldn’t get him out. He knew that not only would the mule die, ...
Views: 601(2 votes) - Weekend Woes - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowWorking hard all week long to live a lifestyle that is balanced, healthy and enjoyable takes work; there’s no doubt about it. Somehow it seems like Monday-Thursday are the continuous week days that sit at the top of the pile, holding authority over your aspirations and goals. These are the ...
Views: 1057(2 votes) - What Every Success Seeker Must Know About Motivation - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2009 from Marc-Andre TerriaultWhen we are talking about the 6 secrets to success, motivation would fall under the “believe in yourself” category. Motivation is the only factor that will keep you on track when you are on the road to success. It pushes you to be better and better everyday until you achieve your ...
Views: 1158(2 votes) - What is a true Champion? - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Craig LockArticle Title: What is a true Champion? Author Craig Lock Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html and www.lulu.com/craiglock Other articles are available at http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/15565 and http://www.ideamarketers.com/library/profile.cfm?writerid=981 (Personal ...
Views: 6613(2 votes) - What Is The ROOT Of Your Motivation? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2012 from Michael CraigDo you know what really motivates you? Most people have trouble answering this. This is probably because the answer is rooted in deeply-held concerns, fears and conditioning that began when you did... ancient memories of wins, losses and resentments that remain unsettled and unresolved. ...
Views: 2504(2 votes) - What Makes You Really Happy? - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Patrick Driessen"Remember, happiness doesn’t depend upon who you are or what you have; it depends solely upon what you think!" - Dale Carnegie Do you know what makes you happy? If so, what's currently driving you towards happiness? So do you know what would make you really happy? Do you think you are ...
Views: 1227(4 votes) - What Motivates the Typical Online Entrepreneur? - by Submitted on Aug 23, 2010 from TJ PhilpottThe typical online entrepreneur is a different species insofar as they generally work alone and within an industry that can be very stressful and demanding. Being your own boss is great however many are prone to second thoughts about this when they find that everything' is their responsibility! ...
Views: 898(2 votes) - What to Do When Something is New and Challenging - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsHave you ever tried to do something new and realized that it was A LOT harder than you thought it was going to be? Because while I was doing yoga with a friend of mine this weekend, I helped adjust her yoga pose and she blurted out: "This is much more difficult than the way I was doing ...
Views: 602(2 votes) - What To Do When The People Closest To You Don't Believe In Your Dreams - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2011 from Jennie Reve-AlmodovarA few months ago I heard a quote from Tony Robbins, "If You Can't, Then You Must" and it really resonated with me because in the long ago past I can't tell you how many times I found myself or others around me who constantly said, "I can't lose weight", "I can't find a job","I can't own my own ...
Views: 1583(2 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: 1028(2 votes) - What’s Stopping You? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2009 from Leah GrantYou’ve been talking about pursuing your dream since high school. You’ve been stuffing a file with places you’d like to travel since you got your first job. You’ve envisioned what your boutique store would look like for years, even driving around searching for the perfect location, yet you’ve ...
Views: 1261(2 votes) - When All Else Fails - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2010 from Zoe RouthGetting what you want involves being deliberate and focused with your intentions. You get clear, you get excited, you take inspired action, and things manifest. And then sometimes life whacks you with a wet fish that knocks you flat. Like how I was busy and enthralled with my work at ...
Views: 1544(6 votes) - When Is It Great Enough? - by Submitted on Jun 23, 2009 from Dawn AngierWhen is it Great Enough? For the past few weeks, my wife and I have been putting the finishing touches on my latest book. We’ve been proofing, revising, editing and even swapping out chapters. Finally, we proclaimed it “complete.” It’s often a tough call—particularly when it’s your ...
Views: 923(2 votes) - When Is It Time To Make A Change - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Dawn AngierI've been thinking a lot about change lately. Here in Vermont, fall is in the air, the Canadian Geese are returning, and the days are getting shorter. At the same time, there have been some significant changes in my life. My oldest daughter was married last weekend, Dawn is working with me ...
Views: 1043(2 votes) - When Life Tangles Up, Just Tango On - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2011 from Young KimI’ll admit it: I know how to tango. I started years ago. I never performed, or competed. I didn’t do it to pick up on women. I just did it for fun. The dance itself is unpredictable considering there is no set pattern, and I have to keep switching partners since I didn’t have a permanent ...
Views: 1201(4 votes) - Why Customer Service Destroys Salespeople - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Mark HunterOne position that has not been impacted by the economy is sales. Ask any CEO and you will hear that one of their biggest issues is finding and retaining good salespeople. Something happened on the way to a sour economy: Too many companies learned the hard way that their salespeople didn't know ...
Views: 850(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: 1420(2 votes) - Why We Procrastinate and How to Beat Procrastination - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2010 from Rotem CohenWhen the goal is to beat the procrastination habit, it's best to really understand what causes procrastination in the first place... The art of breaking any negative habit and replacing it with a more positive habit, begins by understanding why we developed the negative habit in the first ...
Views: 2721(4 votes) - Winning In Life - How to Hit the Target Every Time! - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2011 from Krystal KuehnWe are often told to aim high in life, but we must aim at what we would hit instead. A general purpose is not enough. The arrow shot from the bow does not wander around to see what it can hit on its way, but flies straight to the mark. ~Og Mandino We can aim for the stars, but without clear ...
Views: 2237(2 votes) - Women and Business: What Does a Woman’s Entrepreneurial Spirit Look Like? - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Karen KellerToday's successful women entrepreneurs are sharp, savvy and highly skilled. Some have solo-enterprises, while others run multi-national organizations. All have one thing in common - an entrepreneurial spirit that just won't stop. More and more women are entering the world of business. In ...
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