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- Perhaps You're Not Ready for Your Dream - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2009 from Jimmy RoosWe all have dreams that we would love to realize, but for some of us it seems like it will never happen... Have you ever considered that perhaps, you are not ready for your dream and that this is the reason why your dream is delayed? Most people want something to happen or somebody else to ...
Views: 1605 - 3 Ways to Tell if You're Interviewing with a Good Company - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Ken SundheimIt’s simple – if you work for a good company, you’re going to be worth more on the market than those who gain employment with “so-so” firms. This is not to mention that you will learn a tremendous more working under intelligent, engaging and dedicated individuals. Though, if you’re a ...
Views: 1604(4 votes) - A Champion Forever - That is Who You Are! - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2012 from Anyaele SamYou are an example and a promoter of the beautiful life in this wonderful world. You are an advocate who is in favor of the growing process and process of change that is as good as doing things right the first time. You are one who meets the highest standard of excellence. You are a ...
Views: 1604 - 5-Keys to Successful Goal Setting - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2010 from Carrie GreeneWouldn’t it be great if we could do it all? Imagine never having to think about having the time or resources necessary to do a project because you had all the time and resources in the world. Wishful thinking huh? The truth is that you don’t have infinite access to time or resources. There ...
Views: 1603(2 votes) - Fear of Failing - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Jason PlevellListen to that voice inside your head, "You can do it!" You know you can do it, what's stopping you? Is it fear? What are you afraid of? It’s failing. Fear of failing is always the biggest obstacle in anybody's path to realizing his or her success. But why should you let that obstacle stop you? ...
Views: 1603(1 vote) - Inspiration and the Origin of Negative Consequences. Part 2 in the Inner Motivation series - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2013 from Cris BakerThe Cherokee Indians say that everybody is internally motivated, as you saw in part one of this Inner Motivation series. They know that, along with everybody else, you have both a white wolf and a negative black wolf to provide internal guidance! Do you Just Know? When you just know ...
Views: 1602(1 vote) - Success Secret of Rock Stars and Billionaires - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Theresa BehennaIt took 17 years for me to master the piano and become a professional entertainer. It's taken 10 years to become a good motivational speaker. The Beatles and Bill Gates each put in 10,000 worth of practice to reach the levels of excellence they did. Overnight success is a myth. Original ...
Views: 1602 - Is Their Approach Viable? Do They Make Sense or No Sense? Part 3 in the Approach to Life series - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2013 from Cris BakerAre you cautious about what other people want you to believe, do you take what they say with a large pinch of salt? The secret of success is to check out its viability, explore their motivation, and wonder if they're trying to mislead you before making up your mind. If it sounds too good to be ...
Views: 1601(1 vote) - Lead, Follow or Get out of the Way? Smart Women Lead. Tip #2 on Navigating the Double Standard - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from June Werdlow RogersWomen leaders that follow or get out of the way are subject to fierce criticism. Social Secretary Desiree Rogers inadvertently found herself “out of the way” recently at a White House State dinner. The spotlight on her comes with scrutiny of how party-crashers were able to circumvent White ...
Views: 1601(1 vote) - 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: 1600 - 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: 1599 - Hesitation: A Vice or Virtue? - by Submitted on May 07, 2011 from Tele OpakunleSome people call it being careful and well calculated, yet hesitation can become more of a vice than a virtue. Being indecisive is a major setback to goals and achievements. “To be or not to be” can steal the moment from a person. Some opportunities come once in a lifetime, and when they are ...
Views: 1599(1 vote) - Seven Steps to a Positive Mindset - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2012 from Sylvia HendersonHave you ever heard the saying, “You are the company that you keep?” If you have, then you understand the powerful affect that others’ attitudes can have on your own…negative or positive. Conversely, you understand that your actions toward others cause them to act and react in kind. It can be ...
Views: 1599(1 vote) - The Principles of Success: ‘The Winning Edge’ - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: The Principles of Success: ‘The Winning Edge’ Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Success, Success Principles, Motivation, Inspiration, Sports Psychology, Sport, Mind, Mind Control, Positive Thinking and Positive Psychology (enough there now, craig!) Web sites: ...
Views: 1598 - 3 Keys for Building Your Sustainable Business From the Inside Out - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2017 from Michele MolitorQuestion: What had you go into business for yourself? Was it the money? The hours? The flexibility? The freedom of carving your own path? What had you make the leap into being an entrepreneur? As an executive coach, I most often hear from folks just like you, who want to bust ...
Views: 1597(1 vote) - Understanding Life Better: The Charioteer Analogy - by Submitted on Aug 17, 2009 from John GrobergOne of my all time favorite analogies for understanding life is that of the charioteer. Think of yourself as the driver of a horse drawn chariot. You hold the reins to two very powerful horses. One horse is the Body horse- it represents the appetites and passions of the physical body- the 5 ...
Views: 1596(3 votes) - Everyone Wins when you Follow these Two Strategies. Part 5 in the Bad Mood series - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2013 from Cris BakerYet more strategies to improve your state and overcome a bad mood. Inspire a Good Mood in Another It only takes one person to initiate a bad mood which can then affect everyone around them. A single determined person may also inspire a good mood in others. You can change your life by ...
Views: 1595(1 vote) - Change Your Perspective to Become More Effective! Part 2 in the Self-Sabotage Series - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2013 from Cris BakerWhat do you actually know? is the age-old question of philosophers and statesmen. A good answer, but not the only answer, is that you know what you have learned and experienced in the past. How can you know if you haven't learnt it, or remembered that experience? Which implies your mind only ...
Views: 1594(1 vote) - Do You Check Out What They Say? How do You Decide? Part 2 in the Approach to Life series - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2013 from Cris BakerHow do you Make Up your Mind? How do you make up your mind? Do you think things though for yourself? Or do you look at the person suggesting an idea, and ask yourself how well-known or how famous they are? Do you assume that their success in acting, or singing, or whatever makes them an instant ...
Views: 1594(1 vote) - 10 Steps for Tuning In and Turning Up Your Success - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2017 from Michele MolitorWhat’s the difference between Wanting and Having? Let’s make an important distinction. You see, there is a big difference between “Wanting” and “Having” something. Wanting: means lacking or absent. Deficient in some part, thing or aspect. Having: means to possess, to hold, to get, to ...
Views: 1593(1 vote) - CELEBRATE YOUR SUCCESS - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2011 from Julia JamesDo you ever accomplish something and just move on to the next project, not even taking a moment to catch your breath? After all, there’s so much to be done, right? You are not alone! Most people plug away at those eternal to-do lists and don’t allow time to celebrate hard work and success. ...
Views: 1593 - Are You Bold Enough? - by Submitted on Sep 26, 2013 from Jane CranstonRecently, my assistant, Naomi, shared a TED lecture with me. The speaker told an incredible story of a childhood riddled with extreme poverty, homelessness that was saved by love and encouragement. He spoke of taking bold moves to create an adult life of true abundance, contribution, and ...
Views: 1592 - The "Dirty Little Secret of Success" - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Anthony RobinsonThe "Dirty Little Secret" of Success: None of the Secrets of Success Will Work Until You Work. Henry Ford was quoted as saying "You can not build a reputation on what you are going to do", he was right. You can not fulfill your destiny by only talking and thinking about it; getting where and ...
Views: 1592(2 votes) - ***Your Infinite Potential Speaks To You - by Submitted on May 24, 2014 from Rob WhiteYour infinite potential speaks to you. Set aside all that you are currently thinking right now, and listen intently to it's words: "Everything that you desire, all that you yearn to experience, your wildest dreams and aspirations are currently awaiting your call. Your highest thoughts of ...
Views: 1591 - The Difficulties Of Selecting The Best Of The Bunch - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2010 from William CottringerThe Difficulties Of Selecting The Best Of The Bunch By Bill Cottringer “Never make predictions, especially about the future.” ~Casey Stengel. I won’t argue with Mr. Stengel’s wisdom when it comes to baseball; but in business, employers have way too much to lose without at least ...
Views: 1590(1 vote) - What Were Bill Walsh's Secrets of Success? - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2015 from Rand GolletzBill Walsh is generally considered to be the second best coach in the history of the NFL (after Lombardi). People called him a genius because he concocted novel offenses. As head coach and President of the San Francisco 49ers in the 80s, he won four Super Bowls. He embodied technical expertise, ...
Views: 1590 - Habits Are EASY To Break... At Least The Good Ones - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2013 from Carrie GreeneWhen people talk about productivity they often talk about routines or habits. “Professionals” tell us that it takes 21-repetitions of an action to form a habit. This means that after twenty-one repetitions of an activity, it will be engrained into your mind and body so that you do it ...
Views: 1589 - Have You Mastered It Yet? Part 6 of the 5 Steps to Mastery - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2013 from Cris BakerWhat are the different steps to mastery? How do you become a Master? Each step is different, yet they all require your time and energy, which is good news. Your efforts are not wasted - nature wastes nothing - they all increase your inner power. The Five Steps to Mastery The five steps to ...
Views: 1588(1 vote) - How Much Should I Charge? - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2013 from Carrie GreeneThe theme of last week’s conversations with my clients was…pricing. I was asked, how much should I charge? What do I do with my clients in low level programs; I know they need more, what do I do? I’m new to this, I don’t have enough experience to charge that much. And then the biggest ...
Views: 1588(1 vote) - Does Your Future Equal Your Past? - by Submitted on Dec 19, 2009 from Caroline and Craig MakepeaceThere are many that tout the catchphrase '”Your future does not equal your past,” myself included. There is a certain amount of truth to this statement but there is also a part of this that does not hold true which I would like to explain to you today. The truth of this phrase can imprison you ...
Views: 1587(3 votes) - Understanding Awareness - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2011 from Willie HortonPersonal development or self improvement is all about awareness and, in particular, self awareness. But do you actually know what awareness is? Certainly, much has been written and said about it – but, all too often, the simple has been over-complicated. And, because the psychology of the ...
Views: 1587(1 vote) - Merging Organizations: Optimizing your Success - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2010 from Debora McLaughlinMergers are becoming increasingly popular today for various reasons, including the desire for to share costs and gain a competitive market share. Often there is a great deal of resources spent in planning and implementing the merger itself. Combining processes, technologies, protocols and ...
Views: 1586(4 votes) - A Secret to Self-Help - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2013 from Joe VitaleWhat’s a key to self-help, self-improvement or self-development? Ace is the most upbeat, revved up and amped up guy I know. He absolutely loves making amplifiers for musicians. I’ve seen people in love with their work before – from plumbers to postal workers to electrical repair people — ...
Views: 1585 - Life Coaching Articles: Practicing Thankfulness with 6 Easy Questions - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2012 from George TsoukalasBeing that there are only just over a couple dozen hours left in 2012, I felt it appropriate to write today’s life coaching article about thankfulness. I think we all have a lot to be thankful for and many people to thank for the goodness we have in our lives. Our lives may not be perfect, maybe ...
Views: 1585(2 votes) - Success and Self Pity - by Submitted on Aug 28, 2009 from Geoffrey CanavanBeware the constant attraction that all of us carry to feel hard done by and the subsequent feelings of how unfair the world can be that become a hiding place from the more fulfilling journey of achievement. I learned the truth of how we identify with this loop when, on many occasions, my own ...
Views: 1585(2 votes) - Being An Exemplary Leader Has Nothing To Do With Title! - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2019 from Rita RockerNot all leaders are in actual designated “leadership positions.” We have the opportunity to be a high quality leader every day, in whatever capacity the day calls for, whether it is with those in our same household or with business people worldwide. Good leaders have the ability to lead and ...
Views: 1584(3 votes) - Conduct a Personal Energy Audit - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2010 from Mary-Jeanne "MJ" CabanelOften clients come to me feeling tired, overworked and overburdened by the demands on their time. Unanimously they all want more hours in the day so they get even more done. One of the first exercises I ask of my clients is to conduct an energy audit. The energy audit has 3 parts: 1. ...
Views: 1584(3 votes) - Consumer Law Report Blasts For-Profit Colleges for Private-Label Student Loans - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Jeff MictaborA new report issued in January by the National Consumer Law Center accuses for-profit colleges of saddling their students with unregulated private-label student loans that force these students into high interest rates, excessive debt, and predatory lending terms that make it difficult for these ...
Views: 1584 - Making the Most of Holiday Mingling - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2007 from Debra FineMake the Most of Holiday Mingling! Question: You have been invited to yet another holiday open house, office party, or social get-together and you find yourself standing in a room full of strangers. Now what do you do? A) Stock up on food and find someplace comfortable to hide. B) Hang out ...
Views: 1584 - SEO Secrets in 2018 - Tricks to Boost Rankings in Search Engines - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2021 from Vaishali DelawalaMarketing is the essence of good online and offline business standing. The more targeted people know about you the more likely are your chances of being noticed and appreciated for the value your products and services are offering to your target customers. Search engine marketing is truly ...
Views: 1584 - How to Develop Self-Discipline - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2009 from Mark FooTrying to master self-discipline can be a tough task but it can be extremely rewarding. The power of self-discipline has never been underestimated. It helps an individual to overcome various obstacles in order to achieve his or her goal. This does not mean that things are easy. ...
Views: 1581(2 votes) - Remembering Ginnie: Life Lessons from A Lady - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2010 from Patricia ClappToday was a bittersweet day for me. I attended the funeral of my 99 year-old former grandmother in law. It was a day of reflection, sadness, soul searching but most of all remembrance. The strange thing about funerals, is that there is no code of conduct to follow. Coming from a divorce, I ...
Views: 1581(5 votes) - Success and Self-Confidence - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2021 from Leon EdwardTo ensure that you are making the very most of your life, you need to have a high degree of self confidence. Having confidence in yourself will greatly improve your life in every way. Feeling bad about yourself, on the other hand will lead to depression and a low quality of life. Unhappiness ...
Views: 1581 - A Business Model That Keeps on Giving - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2009 from Geoff FickeIf there were an Entrepreneur’s Hall of Fame, Wayne Huizenga would be a charter member. Most people recognize the Wayne Huizenga as being the former owner of the Florida Marlins baseball team, and the current owner of the National Football League’s Miami Dolphins. These are the types of gaudy ...
Views: 1580(1 vote) - Success: Are You Doing The Same Thing And Expecting A Different Result? - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2014 from Oliver JR CooperWhile ones behaviour is not who they are, it is ultimately what defines them in the eyes of others. For people are not judged by what is going on inside their heads, they are judged by what they do. For example, when one wants to find out what another person is like they observe their ...
Views: 1580 - Use Silence as a Leadership Strategy - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2015 from Pat HeydlauffSilence, yes, silence, is a powerful leadership tool. There are many adages about silence such as “he who speaks first loses,” or “silence is golden” which comes from a longer phrase “speech is silver, silence is golden,” placing a much greater value on silence, not just the spoken ...
Views: 1580 - Is Your Customer Service Letting You Down - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Lyn Prowse-BishopI know, I always seem to be harping on about customer service but seriously, it is imperative you get this right if you want to stay in business – particularly during an economic downturn and with the increase in the number of customers now heading online for their needs. The Sunday Mail ...
Views: 1579 - Successful Living and the Thin Veil of Thought - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2010 from Willie HortonYou may find yourself dissatisfied with your life. You may find yourself trying to find a way to break away from stress, uncertainty, insecurity and anxiety. Or you may have simply reached a point in your life when you know there must be so much more to be had out of life – beyond the ordinary ...
Views: 1579(2 votes) - Don't just Agree, Make Sure You Understand. Part 6 in the Personal Power series - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2013 from Cris BakerThis Personal Power series has explored some crucial distinctions. You've seen how personal power grows rather than being increased from outside. That gaining experience is a big secret of success. Just knowing about something won't change your life. The lasting benefit you gain by investing ...
Views: 1578(1 vote) - Feeling Down? What to Do to Control your Mood. Part 1 in the Bad Mood series - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2013 from Cris BakerDo you have complete control over your mood? You like to think you're a positive person, yet some days do you find that you're just in a bad mood? My mother used to call this getting out of bed on the wrong side. Now I don't know that the side of the bed has anything to do with it, but bad ...
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