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- How to inspire others - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2010 from Jaco BeukesHave you ever had the desire to inspire? That feeling that you wanted other people to look to you and feel their hearts getting warmer and their decisions to make the most of their lives clearer? We have probably all heard of people or met others who seem to elevate us by the way they ...
Views: 2333(5 votes) - Consider Yourself Worthy - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2009 from Albert GaroliWe spend so much of our time making sure things work out well for ourselves and do this by planning, organizing, and hoping for good outcomes. However, success is not related to perfection, driving hard towards a single goal, or wearing one’s self thin with endless efforts. The first and most ...
Views: 2332(7 votes) - Failure Can Catapult Your Success - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesFor every successful venture, I have yet to see complete, undaunting achievement without accompanying failure. Oftentimes, we think of failure as a tragedy; it’s true that it can be a temporary setback. Nevertheless, every great endeavor has a degree of darkness in its past, often masked in the ...
Views: 2327 - How Does Imagination Help You Succeed? - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2012 from M.Farouk RadwanWhile a girl is watching a romantic movie, she usually takes the role of female heroine and masters it so that she becomes to heroine herself and instead of watching a movie, she becomes a part of it, interacts and thinks of solutions to the problem; comparing it with her life and measuring ...
Views: 2327 - Common Sense Life Mission-Based Alignment - by Submitted on Feb 06, 2010 from William CottringerCommon Sense Life Mission-Based Alignment By Bill Cottringer “Common sense and a sense of humor are the same things moving at different speeds. A sense of humor is just common sense dancing.” ~ William James. A few years ago, a colleague of mine wrote an important business book ...
Views: 2323 - TEN SURE WAYS TO SUCCEED IN THE WORKPLACE - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2011 from William CottringerTEN SURE WAYS TO SUCCEED IN THE WORKPLACE By Bill Cottringer “The best way to appreciate your job is to imagine yourself without one.” ~Oscar Wilde. It doesn’t matter whether you are engaged in your dream career or just working at a job; not trying your best to succeed at the ...
Views: 2322(7 votes) - A Business Model That Really Succeeds at Warfare - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2009 from Geoff FickeMercenary soldiers have been used by nation states since Biblical times. The Romans used Goth mercenaries to fight Hannibal and his Carthaginian army. The English used Celtic warriors to defend them against the Vikings. The British used Hessians during the Revolutionary War here in the United ...
Views: 2317(2 votes) - Interviews With Successful People - Jack Magee - Lightweight Shock N Awe British Champion - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2013 from Oliver JR CooperLast year I heard about a Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter known as Jack Magee that lived in the area and was intrigued to hear more about this man and his sport. Starting the column Interviews with successful people provided the perfect outlet for me to be able to make contact with Mr Magee and ...
Views: 2317 - Never Let Another Shatter Your Dreams - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2010 from Mandy Zadoorian“Never let another shatter your dreams”. This is what we are told while, normally, very young perhaps as we grow into our older years as well. The concept for this statement always remains the same being that it is still 100% true! "Dreams? Oh, now I get it", I remember saying to myself several ...
Views: 2312(3 votes) - The Magic Of Thinking Big For Entrepreneurs - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2010 from Jason CleggWhy Thinking Big Matters Jason Clegg This past weekend I read a book that has already begun to shape my thinking significantly – The Magic of Thinking Big by David Schwartz. I actually came across this over a year ago in the “recommended reading” list inside Tim Ferriss’ popular Four Hour ...
Views: 2312 - Is Your Attitude Helping or Hurting Your Success? - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2010 from Ruth HegartyI’ve found myself talking often this past week about attitude and how your attitude is both completely under your control and the #1 predictor of your success. Because, as William James so eloquently stated, "The greatest discovery of any generation is that a human being can alter his life by ...
Views: 2310(7 votes) - Trust the Trustworthy to Triumph over Tragedy! - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with Vision"Help! Please don't leave me here." Joseph's muffled cries rang out from in the pit. He couldn't believe that his elder brothers could actually cast him into this hole. They wouldn't leave him here, would they? They just couldn't. "Help!" "C'mon, don't mind him," said one brother. "Let's eat; ...
Views: 2310(1 vote) - The Subconscious Rules! - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2010 from Dave & Elena AsproothHypnosis and subliminal messages are designed to talk directly to the subconscious mind, planting seeds of success while overriding older, negative beliefs. In many cases we might not even be aware of our inner belief system! There are subtle signs that you can learn to read in order to evaluate ...
Views: 2308(3 votes) - 5 Ways to Productively Network - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2010 from Ann PottsIt’s important to network, but it’s critical to do it in a productive way. Networking takes time…and it’s important that you be productive, not simply busy running from event to event or online group to online group. Here’s some tips to bear in mind: 1.Give First. I know that you are ...
Views: 2294 - How To Have Motivation, Persistence and the Ultimate Success For Your Life - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2010 from Mandy ZadoorianWhen one thinks of their motivation, they may think about what drives them to carry onward to maintain or complete an ultimate goal. Reaching inside yourself to actually find the motivation is not only the most crucial step, but can be complicated for some. If every challenge in life was easy, ...
Views: 2293(1 vote) - It's Always Going to be Something - by Submitted on May 06, 2010 from CHARLES GLASSMAN(original distribution in early April 2010) Passover and Easter are upon us. New Year’s Day is a fading memory and so, probably, are those New Year’s resolutions for change and self-improvement. One of the most common resolutions is to achieve a healthier lifestyle—eating the right foods, ...
Views: 2292(3 votes) - Are Your Leads Leading You Astray? - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2010 from Dr. Robin RushloAdvertisements for leads are everywhere on the web and they promise everything from wealth to automatic ways to grow your business. But can a lead system really deliver? Are they really worth the money? Lead systems can be effective and can be used to grow your business. In fact, if you ...
Views: 2290(5 votes) - Moving Forward Means Never Looking Back - by Submitted on May 01, 2008 from Pete KoernerInnovation means progress, new visions and ideas -- moving forward. Forward progress is essential in life and business; we call it, "Success." If you aren't moving, you're stuck; and if you aren't growing, you're dying. But forward progress also means leaving things behind and moving on; ...
Views: 2289(1 vote) - Electronic Free Activities For Families That Build Social Skills - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2009 from Judy WrightIf you are like most parents, grandparents, teachers today, you probably think that children are watching way too much television today. Not only are they sitting on their rear ends inside, when you can get them outside, they are playing video games on their cell-phones or other electronics. ...
Views: 2288(3 votes) - How soon will the money come pouring in? - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2013 from Rob White“Okay, so you quit your teaching job of 17 years to make millions in real estate. How soon will the money come pouring in? When will the results begin?” a fellow teacher mockingly asked me this when I told him that this was my last day in class. He believed I was making a big mistake, and he ...
Views: 2285(4 votes) - Negative Self Talk - How to Turn it Around and Coach Yourself to Success - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2009 from Cathy McCannWhy is it that we speak more kindly to our friends, neighbors and family than we do to ourselves? What would happen if you routinely called your best friend names like stupid, fat or boring? That person probably wouldn't be your friend for very long. Yet, we talk negatively to ourselves all ...
Views: 2283(1 vote) - ***How To See The Perfection: Three Powerful Insights And Practical Suggestions - by Submitted on Dec 12, 2013 from Rob WhiteInsight One If you were willing to see that your very own thinking causes your glorious and your miserable experiences of life; if you were willing to accept that you are the originator, the cause of the kind of life you live – this is the beginning of the end of thinking that there’s ...
Views: 2279(1 vote) - The Day the Factory Stood Still - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2013 from Rob WhiteEvery small town has its Friday night rituals, and the community I grew up in was no exception. When my father's shift at the tool and die plant ended at 5:00 pm, the men who worked on the factory floor gathered at the Silver Front Bar and Grill to have a few beers, talk, joke about the day, ...
Views: 2275(1 vote) - What You Should Consider Before Entering Into A Collaborative Agreement - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Sharon MikrutCollaborative efforts with other agencies are valuable and can have many advantages. However, there are some items you need to consider prior to entering into any type of collaborative relationship. You’ll want to ensure that when you enter into a collaborative relationship, it is a win-win ...
Views: 2275(5 votes) - Free Chemistry and Physics help online - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Manjunatha MChemistry and Physics are important branches of study under Science. Students should be thorough with the concepts in order to learn the subjects in depth. Chemistry is an important branch of Science which deals with the study of all the elements and matter on earth. It s a physical science and ...
Views: 2274(1 vote) - The Slight Edge to Creating a Better Life - by Submitted on Nov 08, 2010 from Ben SandersonSelf-improvement: What do you think of when you see that term? A lot of us want to do it, but we don't really have any idea of how to actually go about it. Jeff Olson's Slight Edge Formula tells us just how to accomplish that. The thing is, many of us want to work on self-improvement, but we ...
Views: 2273(2 votes) - Overcoming Failure – How To Get Right Back Up Again After You Have Fallen - by Submitted on May 20, 2013 from Ewen ChiaOvercoming failure in life can be real challenge. We are all human and we are bound to make mistakes. What really matters is how you handle that mistake and whether you get back up when you have fallen. How resilient are you under such circumstances and how can you become resilient? Keep reading ...
Views: 2272 - How to Change Bad Habits! What Works - rather than what doesn't - in Breaking a Habit - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2013 from Cris BakerBreaking bad habits is simple but not easy. Just do what works! But you need to avoid the common mistake that gets most people doing what doesn't work to break a habit instead. Explore the difference as you find out why I kept stopping smoking, and see how to increase your personal power and ...
Views: 2271(2 votes) - The Top 10 Very Useful or Necessary Things For Anyone Over Age 30 To Have Or To Know - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2011 from Sam EtkinAfter age 25-30, depending on marital status and other things, it becomes more and more helpful to have and to know certain things. Some are practical and some make sense from a life planning standpoint. The following are suggested for anyone over age 30, single or married, male or female, ...
Views: 2271(2 votes) - Dust Off Your Dreams - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2010 from Shanna BeamanWhat are your goals and dreams? What do you aspire to or hope for? Goals help turn these “wishes” into reality. You can have what you desire with some planning and that is what goal setting is all about. Goal setting gives you the necessary confidence you need to know that you can have ...
Views: 2267(1 vote) - How the Power to Forgive Frees Us to Love - by Submitted on Oct 25, 2010 from Krystal KuehnOne of the greatest challenges in loving others is to forgive them when they have wronged us and caused us pain. Every time we are wronged, we have to choose how we are going to deal with the hurt. Ultimately, we have to decide if we will forgive the person or persons who have wronged us, or if ...
Views: 2267(1 vote) - The Top Ten Leadership Qualities - by Submitted on Jul 22, 2009 from Theodore HendersonI often come across blog posts or articles that just need to be shared. This terrific article on leadership by David Hakala is one that I think will resonate with many. I would love to hear your comments on this post. The Top 10 Leadership Qualities, By David Hakala on March 19, ...
Views: 2266 - Simplest Way to Be Happy Now! - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Faizal NisarI reviewed the recent poll we had on SelfGrowth.com asking "What is your biggest motivator?" The top answer was happiness. To me, happiness is not just a feeling. It's a decision. If we leave it to be a feeling, then it comes and goes as it pleases. We never grab it and hold on to it. ...
Views: 2265(6 votes) - The Big Night: 5 Ways to Cultivate Patience - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2013 from Rob WhiteOK, this is an old joke, so forgive me if you've heard it. A psychologist is giving a talk and describes how every couple has its own unique frequency of making love. She then asks people in the audience to state how often they have sex. Hands shot up as she called out "Once a day?" "Several ...
Views: 2265(3 votes) - Mission and Vision Statements - Foundational to Successful Change - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Don MidgettSome management tools fail to affect any change; but here is one that will if properly implemented. Mission and Vision Statements have been crafted by organizations for years. The attention to mission and vision is warranted, as studies indicate that organizations that have Mission and ...
Views: 2263(1 vote) - Self Help Tips – What Happens When You Fail? - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2013 from Ewen ChiaWe are all human, and I believe that we have all made mistakes in life. However, it is not about how many mistakes you make in life. What matters is how you handle those mistakes and what you do after making them. Check out these self help tips I have for you today. Let me start off these ...
Views: 2254(3 votes) - The Strange Reason Why Waking Up Early Will Help You Find Success - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2010 from Marc-Andre TerriaultI was talking with someone the other day who was telling me how upset he was because he had to wake up 10 minutes earlier in the morning. He told me that the line at the coffee shop (Tim Hortons) was getting longer and longer and he couldn't afford to arrive late at work anymore... It's ...
Views: 2253(5 votes) - The Principles of Success (from 'Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness') - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: The Principles of Success (from 'Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness') Category (key words): Success, Success Principles, Personal Growth, Self Help, Motivation, Mind, Mind Control, Mindpower, Sport, Sport Psychology, books, new books (enough there now, craig) Web ...
Views: 2251 - Focus on What You Want - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Alexandria JoyHow often do you hear yourself saying "I can't afford that", "I don't suit that colour", "I couldn't do that. "I'm not good at that"? Have you ever thought about how your unconscious mind hears and receives these messages you say to yourself? No? Well spend a ...
Views: 2250(4 votes) - Ten Vitamins For Success - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2008 from Donald LoydOne of my goals is to make dreamers of people. I want you to see the possibilities available and opportunities you can create. I want you to succeed in business and in your personal life. I want you to feel the exhilaration and rush of success. Success means different things to different ...
Views: 2249 - Definition: Keys to Success - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2007 from Debbie MolisGetting more done with less is an art, It's a quality requiring much heart, But I must confess How I turned failure to success Was to work hard at working smart. I've heard two schools of thought when it comes to achieving maximum success in a minimum of time. The first school says to work ...
Views: 2246 - Do You Want More Income With That? - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2009 from Mandy BassDO YOU WANT MORE INCOME WITH THAT? Most sales professionals and business owners make the mistake of denying their customers the opportunity to purchase a valuable add-on after they close the big deal for fear that they will risk losing the sale. “I’ll sell them more later,” they think. But ...
Views: 2246(4 votes) - Accidents in Catering Industry - by Submitted on Jul 25, 2012 from Serge LaRondelleWorkers within the food and catering business are exposed to a variety of dangers on a usual. Since they're needed to finish work at a quick pace, there are times when accidents happen. Different factors that contribute to accidents and injuries within the catering business embrace hot food and ...
Views: 2243 - The 7 Day Mental Challenge - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2009 from Kim SmithThe "7 Day Mental Challenge" is designed to help you practice two of the skills necessary for living a life filled with happiness and success; "awareness" and "controlling and directing your thinking." Like a muscle, your mind needs constant exercise to grow and stay in shape. This challenge ...
Views: 2238(2 votes) - Hidden Power of Change - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2008 from Dwight BainMajor change is almost impossible to manage alone, that’s why leaders turn to others for insight and guidance during times of massive change. They know that taking the right action quickly can prevent a stressful situation from getting worse and in fact may surprise them by turning into ...
Views: 2236 - Success and Perception - by Submitted on Aug 26, 2009 from Geoffrey CanavanPerception determines who we are. Perception is a choice that offers options of how we want to view the world. We can choose to see nothing but a dangerous and frightening world or nothing but a friendly and happy world – or something in between. Whatever way we decide to perceive the ...
Views: 2235(6 votes) - Identifying Your MWR (Most Wanted Response) - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2011 from Tony PonceWhen a visitor to your website shifts from reading content to another website activity, it is considered a conversion or Most Wanted Response (MWR). There are many types of conversions and each one factors into the success of your site. A merchandise retailer is looking for visitors that ...
Views: 2234 - Letting Go Leads to Success - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2009 from Suzanne BlakeIn these unpredictable times, it’s easy for us to yearn to know what is going to happen, to be more tied into to knowing what the outcome for most circumstances are. However, it maybe that one of the best strategies for getting what we want is to psychologically release our insistence that ...
Views: 2229 - Nike Says it Best...Just Do It! - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2009 from Caroline and Craig MakepeaceI've been thinking lately of how I could put together a list of success principles based on my travel achievements. I've lived a pretty adventurous, courageous and successful life travelling the globe. You don't do that unless you possess certain qualities and character traits. I wanted to put ...
Views: 2226(8 votes) - Procrastination – Why We Do It And How To Stop - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2012 from Rhonda RabowWho doesn't procrastinate from time to time? Most of us are guilty of putting off tasks like filing our taxes, cleaning the closets, calling the doctor for a check-up, or even sending out a monthly newsletter … like me ; ). It can become more of a problem when it comes to things like deciding ...
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