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- 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: 4799(3 votes) - Self-Discipline: The Key to Success and Achievement - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2012 from Jay RifenbaryHave you ever abandoned a task or dream because of the overwhelming feeling of stress, self-doubt, or awareness that an alternative course might be easier, but less rewarding? Self-discipline mitigates those feelings, weaknesses, and temptations. In fact, self-discipline is perhaps one of the ...
Views: 4762 - Some Things Can’t Be Understood - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2009 from William Cottringer“I know that you believe you understand what you think I said, but I'm not sure you realize that what you heard is not what I meant.” ~Robert McCloskey. You can’t understand some things, You may think you can, But you really can’t, Especially the why questions, Other people’s ...
Views: 4759(1 vote) - Success: Does Success Depend On Who You Know Or What You Know? - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperIn the modern day world, education is seen as an important part of becoming successful and as a means of increasing ones quality of life. And so getting the right qualifications or the right training for instance is therefore imperative when it comes to making progress. This sounds logical ...
Views: 4733 - Successful Entrepreneurs are Doer’s - Not Dreamers Too Many Inventors Are Confused About the Difference - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2009 from Geoff FickeFor many years I felt that if you scratched any American you were scratching an entrepreneur. This is the country where entrepreneurial activity is most possible and seemingly every citizen has an idea with commercial potential. Sadly, over time, I realized I was wrong. If you scratch most ...
Views: 4723(2 votes) - Self-Awareness - The 3 Keys To Achievement - Attitude, Action And Acknowledgement - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2008 from Gail Solish"Learn to be happy with what you have while you pursue all that you want." ~Anonymous Most people want to achieve success but it is important to be mindful that the definition of success may be different for each individual. In order to achieve what you want there are three important ...
Views: 4715 - Is Network Marketing the Business of the 21st Century? - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2011 from Ben SandersonThere are many businesses that are said to be scalable. This means that they have started out small, but now they have expanded into being some of the top businesses there are today. This is to say that they are competitive, while they have that added something that allows them to grow. The ...
Views: 4714 - Are You Caught In Comfortable Misery? - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2008 from Dan JohnstonAre you in a bad situation that you wish would just go away? Maybe it is a relationship that is not working out or a boring dead-end job. Perhaps, it is your small, cramped apartment. You are unhappy and frustrated and complain about how terrible it is, but you don’t take action. You ...
Views: 4707 - The Six Steps to Effective Delegation - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from Michelle RandallThere are six steps to successfully delegating tasks. Most managers and leaders only do one of these steps, while some conduct two of the steps. When the task isn't completed to the manager's satisfaction, all too often the manager comes to his coach or boss complaining that his employees just ...
Views: 4696(1 vote) - 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: 4694 - The Oldest Tea Merchant in the World Is Still a Marketing & Branding Phenomenon - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2009 from Geoff FickeAny traveler to London is naturally overwhelmed with the many sites, sounds, history and majesty of this glorious ancient capital, especially first time visitors. Buckingham Palace, Westminster Abbey, the Thames, Big Ben the Horse Guards, 10 Downing Street, St. James Park, St. Paul’s Cathedral, ...
Views: 4671(1 vote) - 5 Secrets of Successful People - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2009 from John HanlinThere are five fundamental habits or traits that all successful people share -- five so-called "success secrets" or characteristics that separate underachievers and the average folks among us from those who achieve great accomplishments in their lives. If you could watch a movie of different ...
Views: 4648(7 votes) - Are people really choosing to stay unemployed? Really? - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2010 from JAMES MAIOHOAre people really choosing to stay unemployed? Really? These comments are from a discussion I had with a man in Michigan. How do we motivate, inspire, reach and help here? The following is a response from a man in Michigan to a community where I posed the preceding question. I have the ...
Views: 4644(2 votes) - Build Your Resiliency: Resiliency - The Main Component for Success - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2017 from Dr. John SchinnererI speak a lot about resiliency, a key component in a happy, successful and thriving life. Resiliency is the ability to bounce back from adversity with more passion and knowledge than you had before the bad times. Bad times are inevitable. They are the price of admission to the game called life. ...
Views: 4635(2 votes) - The Single Most Important Benefit of LinkedIn - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2009 from Jan VermeirenThe most powerful concept behind LinkedIn is that it finds the right people AND the connections you have with them. It makes the networks of the people we know visible. LinkedIn shows us our second and third degree networks and the paths towards them. This has tremendous value. Why? Many ...
Views: 4631(2 votes) - Why is it so Important to Live in the Now - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2009 from Willie HortonI was recently asked why authors such as Ekhart Tolle, Deepak Chopra and Tony deMello (and myself for that matter) place so much emphasis on the present moment. My reader also asked me to explain why living in the past or future can be so detrimental - and that's where this article ...
Views: 4605(3 votes) - You Are Who Your Friends Are - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2007 from Jack CanfieldIt's important to acknowledge the power of positive thinking. This goes not only for yourself, but also for the people you surround yourself with. Attitudes are catchy. Whether they're positive or negative, they're rubbing off on you. If you're around people who complain, judge, spread ...
Views: 4581 - Get Inspired with 10 Powerful Dale Carnegie Quotes - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2012 from Dale CarnegieDale Carnegie was a best-selling author, prominent lecturer, and sought-after counselor. He's the author of "How to Win Friends and Influence People," one of the bestselling books of all time. He also authored the bestseller "How to Stop Worrying and Start Living" and created the world-famous ...
Views: 4527(1 vote) - Stop Missing Appointments! - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2015 from Laurie DuparI think my dentist is on to me. Over the past year I have noticed an increase in their efforts to remind me of my appointments. In the good old days I would get a postcard two weeks before the appointment reminding me of the day and time. I really appreciated this as most of my dentist ...
Views: 4410 - 10 reasons why Andrew Carnegie was materially and spiritually successful - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2012 from Susan (Teacher Su) McKenzieWHERE DOES SUCCESS COME FROM? Behind every successful man is a team of people – past, present and future. You probably have heard that “Behind every successful man is a woman.” It is certainly true that a good woman can really help a man to be successful, but the truth is that behind every ...
Views: 4408 - Where Does Etiquette Fit? - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2010 from Kathy Jo PollackThe short answer is everywhere. Let’s start with RESPECT…..a simple word that means a lot and acts as the foundation for etiquette. When I think of the word “respect”, I immediately start singing the song made popular in the 1960’s by Aretha Franklin. Even if you do not know the song, ...
Views: 4386(8 votes) - How the Power of Passion Breeds Success - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2010 from TJ PhilpottThe power of passion is an amazing thing that can propel you to great heights if used correctly. Most of us associate this emotion with how we may feel to another, however it is also the 'force' behind many a person's great success. This emotion can and will increase both your patience and your ...
Views: 4355 - Self-discipline - the most important quality for success - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2013 from Arnold GroenewaldIt is the beginning of a new year and yet again so many people have made a lot of New year’s resolutions: I will eat healthier this year, I will go to gym more often, I will spend more time with my loved ones, I will start reading more, etc. I have been a spinning instructor for many years and I ...
Views: 4355 - 10 Spiritual Secrets to Productivity - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2010 from Rena ReeseFrom CEO’s to entrepreneurs and entertainers to parents all over the globe, we are constantly in search of ways to boost productivity. To put it simply, we want to get more done each day. For some this goal is rooted in the desire for greater abundance while for others productivity is the ...
Views: 4346(2 votes) - How to Make a Vision Board That Works - Your Questions Answered - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2011 from Bob CrawfordDo you want to know how to make a vision board that works? One that actually helps you manifest your dreams and goals faster? I get a lot of questions about vision boards, here are a few answers that will help you. Question: How do I decide what I should put on my dream board to represent my ...
Views: 4334(2 votes) - Do You Have Fortitude? - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowFortitude: Having the strength and the courage to go after what you want takes guts, grit and determination all of which must be on board this freight train as we move on into the future. You have the stamina and endurance to remain strong and focused in the pursuit of your goals; and you will ...
Views: 4325 - Three Ways to Maintain Your Focus - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2009 from Tony MichalskiI received an email from a fellow who wanted some techniques on maintaining focus, especially the conscious focus that Haanel describes in Week Fourteen in The Master Key System. 26. But the thought must be clear cut, steady, fixed, definite, unchangeable; you cannot take one step forward and ...
Views: 4287 - Top 7 Ways for Any Business to Remain Viable and Profitable - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2011 from Dr. Laureen WishomDo you know what's important for the success of small business owners and entrepreneurs? I submit that it is: Knowledge, Skills and Talent. I know that many of your competitors also have the same traits. The key to remaining viable and profitable must also include ATTITUDE and the following ...
Views: 4233 - Success comes from determination, determination comes from self belief, - by Submitted on May 11, 2012 from Dean (Deano) BonehillSuccess comes from determination, determination comes from self belief, self belief from your inner spirit It is safer to say in the harbour!!! BUT that's not what ships were built for!!! It's easy to give up, it's safer to hide, its harder to fight....but YOU have to live with ...
Views: 4225(1 vote) - Determination - the Key to Success in Sport and in Life (from 'Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness' and The Winning Mind'') - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Determination - the Key to Success in Sport and in Life (from 'Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness' and The Winning Mind'') Author: Craig Lock Category/Subject: Spiritual, Inspiration, Empowerment, Success, Success Principles, Personal Growth, Self Help, Motivation, Mind, ...
Views: 4135 - Money can't buy Happiness - Happiness can make Money. - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Nil Celen"Can money buy happiness?" This is one of the favorite topics between people to discuss. No one can say that they've never talked about this topic. So, what is your answer? Which one of the above determines the relationship with money and happiness for you? 1. I'm happy because I have a lot ...
Views: 4135(1 vote) - Why did Maya Angelou Write Phenomenal Woman - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2012 from Amy DyslexBefore getting curious about why did Maya Angelou write Phenomenal Woman, a person really needs to understand why did Maya Angelou write poems. Understanding why did Maya Angelou write poetry holds the key to many other questions such as why did Maya Angelou write Still I Rise. So let’s work on ...
Views: 4127 - Getting What You Want: A Bicycle Metaphor - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2010 from James AndrewsI ride a bicycle, one of those super light road bikes that you can pick up with one finger. When I first started writing this kind of bike I was, to say the least, very nervous and somewhat tense, holding onto the handlebars tighter than I should. A bicycle of this type is very responsive to the ...
Views: 4119 - 10 Greatest Enemies of Greatness - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2010 from Rabison ShumbaGreatness remains a birthright for every living human being. Your greatness is guaranteed and without question or negotiation. The capacity to dream is built in and grafted to everyone at the point of conception. This function is enabled more as you arrive on earth and become aware of what could ...
Views: 4111(4 votes) - Become the best possible version of yourself. - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2010 from JAMES MAIOHOI was golfing with Tiger Woods the other day…..no I wasn’t…I was golfing on my daughters Wii. It doesn’t matter; my score was just as bad. How many men (and women) wish they could play GOLF like Tiger? No matter how we feel about his newly revealed personal “flaws”, he is still perhaps the ...
Views: 4087(3 votes) - How to Remain Confident - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2009 from Peter WrightIn the last few days, several people have asked me how I remain confident, motivated and cheerful despite all the negative news in the media. Today, more than at any time in my life, people are looking for ways to remain confident and find sources of inspiration. Following this simple 8 step ...
Views: 4069(3 votes) - The Truth Behind The Law Of Attraction - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2007 from Nick ArandesThe movie The Secret was created by a woman with a vision and a mission. But what happens when the purpose of the movie is somehow misinterpreted or distorted? This article will reveal the secret behind the secret. Not so long ago an angel by the name of Rhonda Byrne had a vision while dealing ...
Views: 4057(1 vote) - A Book "Review": 'The Sermon on the Mount': The Key to Success in Life by Emmet Fox - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: A Book "Review": 'The Sermon on the Mount': The Key to Success in Life by Emmet Fox Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Books, good books, success, success principles, Emmet Fox, Sermon on the Mount, Jesus, Jesus Christ, thoughts on Jesus Web site: ...
Views: 4014 - The Backsliding Blues: Tips to Get You Back on Track - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2010 from Carolyn EllisProgress is never a straight line. Often it’s a matter of one step forward, two steps back. Just ask Oprah, icon of self-improvement, who publicly confessed how sabotaging beliefs contributed to weight issues that continue to plague her. Backsliding after we’ve started some new habits or set new ...
Views: 3992 - My First Million Before I Turned 20 - 5 Stories of Opportunity and Determination - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2011 from Justin HansenSomewhere the other day I read that there are 7 secrets to success: Solo focus, undying conviction and imagination, crystal clear path, connection to the heart, extraordinary energy, skill set and stop at nothing. It seems to me that success cannot only come out of hard work but can also come ...
Views: 3986(2 votes) - Inside a Tipping Point - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2013 from Laurie DuparA few months ago, I wrote about “tipping points:” ..a time in people’s lives when the strategies they have been using to compensate for their ADHD challenges no longer seem to be working. This “tipping point” is often experienced along with feelings of overwhelm and chaos. Up until a ...
Views: 3968(1 vote) - Five Key Principles of Mental Toughness and Resilience - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Phil PearlFive Key Principles of Mental Toughness and Resilience Throughout our lives we face change and challenges. Nothing stays the same; the good times don't last but neither do the bad times. People and places come and go; the world changes and so does our place within it. To survive the changes ...
Views: 3963 - How To Become A Successful Person: Three Key Factors In Your Success Development - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2012 from Tony BurnellHave you been told if you work hard you will be successful - your success development will take care of itself? Have you tried that and it has not worked? Do you wonder why? The world is full of hard working people who struggle all their lives and never really make much progress. If we want ...
Views: 3947 - Five Expert Tips for Getting the Perfect Branded Headshot - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2010 from Sarah HathornEvery professional needs to have several great headshot photos in their personal branding toolkit. Your mug shot does matter, especially in this era of new media marketing. The business competition is fierce and you need photographs that visually articulate your personal brand. This is true ...
Views: 3945 - The Boomerang Effect - by Submitted on May 22, 2008 from Rob McBrideDaily we face a vast array of decisions. Differentiating between doing what is "right" and "wrong" is a matter of perception and not always easy. Often our biggest challenge is to take action and do something! In making these decisions we can keep in mind our actions affect many, near and ...
Views: 3940 - Vocabulary and The Natural Pattern Part 1 - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2010 from Mike EdwardsThe use of a higher level vocabulary often causes problems for new students to a new subject area. Some authors use vocabulary to create a perception of expertise but this is not good if you want to send your message out to a wide audience. Some academic texts are set in a different ...
Views: 3897(3 votes) - The Six Words That Set Me Up For Success! - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Pat MussieuxAs many of you know by now, I am a strong believer in the power of words. “Watch your thoughts, for they become words. Watch your words, for they become actions. Watch your actions, for they become habits. Watch your habits, for they become character. Watch your character, for it becomes ...
Views: 3882(1 vote) - What Do You Stand For? - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2010 from Rand GolletzSomeone once said that "if you don’t stand for something, you'll DO just about anything." My hero, Jim Rohn, once said that the foundation for having a successful life is having a personal philosophy. I agree with both of those assertions. Having "rules of the road" for our lives can help us to ...
Views: 3870(1 vote) - Coach Jim Harbaugh’s Lessons For You - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2012 from Rand GolletzJim Harbaugh has been successful at every level in football. In college at the University of Michigan, he was an All-American quarterback. As the leader of the Chicago Bears and Indianapolis Colts’ offenses, he was known as a modestly talented but gritty, independent and inspirational ...
Views: 3854 - Dealing with Negativity in the Workplace - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Bradley Ann MorganIt’s a rare workplace environment that hasn’t experienced the corrosive effects of chronic negativity. Like a bad mood, negative behavior can spread among departments, even wide spread enough to infect company divisions or regions. It can be practiced by one individual or groups of individuals ...
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