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Am - bi - tion (noun) :a) An eager or strong DESIRE to achieve something such as fame or power: Aspiration, ambitiousness. b) The object, objective or GOAL desired: Her ambition is the presidency. c) The wish, power, and ability to begin and follow through with a PLAN or task: Drive, enterprise, initiative.

You’re supposed to have a positive attitude. Right? You’ve been told that a thousand times. But what does it mean to have a positive attitude? Does it mean that you would never feel down? That seems impossible. My training in psychology tells me that it is normal to experience a wide variety of emotions, from the pleasant to the unpleasant. In fact, experiencing a wide range of emotions gives life a bit more spice and excitement. Does it mean that all your problems in lif

My client N. came to me feeling “at the end of the rope” with her biz. After just ONE session, she had her second best day in sales and opportunities popping up left, right and center. What could have changed in just one session? We haven’t even gotten to the “strategies and tactics” piece yet. It’s how she SHOWS UP when executing her strategies and tactics that made all the difference in the world. It’s not only what comes out of her mouth, but HOW it comes out. It’s the energy, conviction and enthusiasm behind her communications that drew customers and partners to her.r

Being a stay at home mother has been quite a challenge as doing the back to school shopping. Let's face it, one income in this economy is a struggle. For our family this is some of the things I have done to attempt to save a bit during the economic crunch. First of all, having a good sense of humor is always handy as you shop. I have been a "thrifty" person pretty much all my childhood into adult life.

It’s one of the first things a road-weary traveler searches out when he or she arrives in their hotel room: the Guest Services Directory. That little book, packed full of information, gives the traveler the rules of the hotel. And don’t kid yourself, hotels all have rules and it is ...

Everyone faces a hard time in most of the days of life, some days even a small thing may appear as a big problem. We cannot run out of problems, but always there is a solution called facing the problems positively. We cannot predict the exact day when we face the problem; instead we can be supercharged and positive throughout our life so it gives courage in our daily life in order to counter the issues. I have shared 3 tips to be supercharged throughout a day to face problem

Many trainings on email marketing, copywriting or persuasion promise to teach you how to write emails, copy or marketing materials that “pop, sizzle and whistle.” Sounds good on paper – who doesn’t want some attention? But wait… Those trainings try to convince you that your copy needs to perform some stunt in order to stand out; that your copy needs to scream for attention in order to be effective. Who says so? Who’s preconception is that? Attention can be good, or it can be bad.

Your website can be the most comprehensive “inventory” of what your business is about. It can be catalyst to crafting how you present your vision, values, convictions and superpowers to the world. If you go through the process of designing your website with discipline and disce ment, you’d be surprised by how much clarity you can gain about the driving force behind your business and how you can effectively communicate it to the right people. Here’s the first thing to know:r

The common perception of “niche” lacks the fluidity and adaptability essential for long-term fulfillment through business. With the premise of niche being an anchor to our community through our business, let’s reframe our perception of “niching” from some disconnected marketing exercise to a continuation of how you express YOU through business and marketing: Reframe #1 Niche is NOT something you pick from a “niche menu” just because someone says it’s viable or lucrative. Niche is NOT determined by exte al factors alone.r

Just when I thought there was no refreshing new advice on how to best manage your career – Amy Poehler stepped up to the plate. She covers a plethora of topics in her book “Yes, Please!” but one that jumped out at me was a chapter titled: Treat you Career like a Bad Boyfriend. Amy does a great job of making a distinction between your career and your creativity (or passion). Creativity, she says, will always make you feel strong, warm and loved. Career, on the other hand

What is balance? What is balance in life? We often hear people talk about being out of balance in life or complaining about their life being lopsided. Usually, these complaints involve work and the fact that it can sometimes seem to consume your waking periods. One of the first things that I need to make clear to you is that work is part of your life. It pays the bills, and it gives one a sense of purpose. It also helps if you like what you do!

The Awesome Party Squad is not a band, or a gang, or a silly hardcore crew or something like that…it is a social order, if you will, that works for the common good by making everything around it more radical. Having existed since the dawn of time and space, Squad members have been responsible in some way for nearly every great thing that has ever happened anywhere, ever. -UrbanDictionary.com “Dude, I just met up with this new website guy and he was a total bro. His studio

Americans have become more awash in unhealthy behaviors. Has their thought process also devolved and digressed so much that the majority disdain the minority who live a healthy lifestyle? nnWe are constantly hearing the most interesting infomercials on the radio. The marketers telling you about the new drug, rub, lotion, potion or program for “weight loss”.n We are a society crazed by the next "magic” that will melt away the unsightly lumps and bumps of body fat within

Doesn’t it seem like every time you turn on the TV or get on the computer, there is always more negative news that just weighs you down. On top of that, you have your own personal issues to deal with. This “negative storm” can cause someone to feel stuck, lost and full of anxiety. It is the fear of the unknown that builds up in our mind and takes over like a dark cloud. This dark cloud follows us and rains on us, making us negative in our personal and professional lives. As humans, we sometimes focus on the negative and stay under that negative cloud that we created.

Coping with depression is not such an easy thing to do. It is especially difficult if you are living with or spending a lot of time with someone who does not acknowledge that such a thing exists. It is a real illness and it can cause a devastating effect on those it grabs hold of and those around them. But when people close to the victims of it do not understand it this makes it even tougher for those with this illness. I have spoken to people who do not even bother to read

Do you have a book filled with reasons why you can not succeed in your life? People who live mediocre lives, are always ready to explain why they don't have, they don't do or they are not capable of being in a better situation in their lives. Look around you and you will see that successful people are not inclined to make excuses. They assume responsibility for their lives, they go beyond their limitations and shortcomings and live the life of their dreams. President Roosevel

When I was serving four churches in and around Great Bend, Kansas, I frequently saw a car with a vanity license tag that read “Yahweh”. While I never met the owner of the car, I often wondered if it was intended as a touching tribute – along the lines of “God is my co-pilot” - or if it was sheer hubris that caused that person to affix Almighty God's 'name' to his or her car. We encounter that name for God most famously in the Old Testament, in the third chapter of the book o

I got into a conversation recently (on a Human Resources Message Board) with a Management Consultant. His questions got me to thinking. He asked for a further clarification of my assertion that an employer's responsibility to improve its employees ends once they become competent at the job. The ...

Now that I’m in my 50’s, I realize more and more that aging is an unconscious process and creeps up on you when you least expect it. Even though I feel healthy and take care of myself physically, there is always something showing up to remind me of my age. As I began my 50’s, my eyesight began to fade, and required I purchase my first pair of bifocals. Then my short-term memory loss tagged right along with my fading eyesight, reminding me of the unavoidable evolution of getting older.

rnIf you’ve ever heard young workers complain about ageism in the workplace, you may have rolled your eyes and thought to yourself that ageism really only comes into play for older workers. The reality of the situation is that ageism can be an issue for both younger workers under 25 and older workers over 50. If you’ve been a part of the workforce for years and you’re starting to have problems staying competitive and finding a job, you’re not alone. AARP reports that

Yes, you owe it to yourself to express your uniqueness. When you do this on a consistent basis, you will feel more complete. There’s no one else exactly like you. You are one very special individual who was created to be who you are…doing the best you can each day to get the best results life has to offer. When you can accept yourself and love yourself with all your strengths and all your weaknesses, you will be more able to express your uniqueness. Remember, weaknesses prov

I don’t want to seem to be pushing a name brand but I have been thinking a lot about Jello of late. You know, the sweet, fruity, wiggly stuff that used to be a fixture at everything from family meals to church dinners. I’ve been thinking about Jello because of the metaphors that surround it and what they have to say about us and our lives. For instance, consider the phrase “He’s set for life.” Has a good ring to it, doesn’t it? It conjures up the image of a person who, in t

Polo. "Tis the sport of kings they say. Jolly good and all that. As a motivational keynote speaker on peak performance it was fascinating to watch a game at the Houston Polo Club to draw some parallels between business and sports. The ponies are trained for years to stop on a dime and turn on a whim. The players are passionate, skilled and dedicated to the game. Both pony and rider are in perfect sync with one common goal: to win. Extraordinary performance takes commitment, discipline and focus. Do you have what it takes?

Be honest... Have you been sucked into the rabbit hole of “marketing automation” confusion and the promise of “passive income” when you’ve all the ducks lined up in some distant future, yet got derailed from focusing on what truly matter to you and your business right here right now? Have you got fed the kool-aid of “making money while you sleep” before you've the clarity to guide the decision, design a brand-aligned user journey and set the foundation to allow for meaningful and successful automation?r

Years ago, I sold copiers and faxes for a living. The company I worked for was a Canadian division of a worldwide copier company. Our sales training took place about every eighteen months and was facilitated by our US trainer. One two-day training session every eighteen months was far below the ...

I Love New York: A Positive Point of View On a recent trip to NYC, I had breakfast with a colleague who said something that really made me stop and think. Mike Foster (www.MikeFoster.com) holds the title of the top trainer out of 450 seminar leaders at a major international training organization. He’s a dynamic, sought-after speaker and expert in what he calls e-Savvy—getting the most from your business technology. In his profession, Mike travels three to four days a week

Writing is a final expression of our WHY, of what we stand for, of what we want to be known for. So we can turn the Truth inside of us into communication others can relate and resonate. Content that converts is supported by the energy and inevitability of authentically voicing our beliefs and convictions. To achieve that, we have to be brutally honest and transparent, with ourselves and with our readers. To create content that connects, we need to own our vulnerability.r

When my brother died years ago, my husband and I packed our two children into the car and started from the center of Kansas go to Biloxi, Mississippi to attend his funeral. We got as far as Jackson, Mississippi when our car broke down. Having had it towed to a service station, we waited to hear how much it would cost to repair the car and, even more important, how long it would take. Then, with regret, we called my sister-in-law and told her that we wouldn't be able to make

Are you a salesperson who’s frustrated each month trying to reach sale quotas? Do you worry that a career in sales might not be a good fit for you? Sales can be frustrating and complicated, or it can be very simple. Now when I say “simple,” I don’t mean that it is not difficult. Selling is difficult. However, once we take out some of the complications you’ll be able to sell more, and hopefully, enjoy doing so.

Many people have switched from having a pet, to look after and have fun with, towards having a PC and looking after it, instead. This may sound like something from a science fiction book, or so dumb, that it's not worth saying, but seriously – we compare human health issues with a computer hardware issue, we compare our brain, a living one with a mechanical part of the computer, which is the hard drive.

There Is Nothing Wrong With You, Except…YOU ARE BORED! Yeah, I know, if you are anything like me, you are screaming, “That’s not me!” You have this list to build, that website to upgrade and those programs to launch. Oh, and the kids to chase. You don’t even have a moment to pop a zit, let alone sitting around toiling your thumbs wondering what to do or hmmm, feeling bored. But what if, all the things that are keeping you busy are the source of your boredom?

You've probably heard the marketing analogy of "Pain Island, Pleasure Island and the Boat" - or some versions of it, if you've been around the programs & trainings block a few times. I've had quite a few conversations with folks about this, and they got really confused about how to tell potential clients what they do without "talking about the boat." They felt they had to bottle up about what they love doing most, and instead of sharing their passion, they're forced to regurgitate canned "benefits and results" marketing copy. What you (and those biz coaches) haven’t heard is…r

Many people cook in their ovens and are used to the hard cleaning which comes after. They are so used to it, that they consider it a waste to even try to prevent some of the spills, which occur while cooking. It turns out that there are many ways you can prevent most, if not all of them. Professional oven users would like to share some of the tricks of trade with you, so that you can bear the cooking better.

There are times when we can only approach meaning in a round-about way, just as there are times when you can only really see something by not looking at it directly but catching it, as they say, out of the corner of your eye. In just that manner, we can only come to an understanding, at times, by 'looking' at something out of the corner of our mind. Take, for instance, the word use. It is such a common word that we all assume that we know what it means but it is very hard t

rnWhat comes to mind when you hear “SEO?” Most would answer KEYWORDS! SEO and keyword is often nerve inducing for us content creators who don’t have “SEO” or “keyword” in their job titles. Good news! Keyword is only one piece of the SEO puzzle. You don’t need to be a whiz in the ever-changing Google algorithm or re-researching a mile-long long-tail keyword spreadsheet every month to win the organic traffic game.r

It’s not news that many have been complaining about how the new Facebook algorithm is screwing them up… bringing their reach down to single digit. Here is the thing – you can complain, or you can research, experiment and figure out what you can do about it. Don’t fall into the victim mentality trap because everyone is writing and bitching about it. If you can’t weather a Facebook algorithm update, you are probably building your business & marketing on quicksand and need to reconsider your strategy.

Life is for the most part a challenge, and as it brings us expected and unexpected ups and downs, we can take some control of our lives through our thoughts. Ultimately we are the constructors of our reality, often without doing so consciously. Moving to a more conscious thought practice can change our life outlook and ultimately provide positive direction in our lives. Neuroscience has shown that pathways can be strengthened and positive messages are powerful in regard to altering the complicated neural connective make up of our brain.

We love shopping, there's something about it that when we start we can't stop! But how do we know what to buy and if it's gonna fit to our style, wardrobe and where to find it out? Here we fixed some short questionarre to check up when buying new Hoody / Tshirt or Skinny Jeans! 1. Will you ...

Let me just start off by saying, I never know "how" I am going to do things... it just sort of happens for me. I am the type of person for all of those who know me, who will try and try again and again. If I have something in my mind, or feel as if I have to do it, the "it" usually gets acomplished all by faith. I never knew what the "Law Of Attraction" was until I was introduced to The Secret. I did know that alot of the things in my life were all an intention, a deep desire or maybe I am just strong willed.

What’s your excuse? Can we really change who we are and how we think and behave? Can a leopard change its spots? I recently had this conversation with someone who wondered whether a therapist is merely painting over the “leopard’s spots” and that unde eath we all stay the same. Well, the fact is that I don’t see many leopards in my consulting room but I do see humans that change all the time. A healthy attitude to change is essential for mental toughness and resilience. Read on and I’ll discuss this issue further.

Let me take you on a quick virtual trip to Paris. You will travel alongside the 20-year-old me. This experience will not only heighten your awareness around the assumptions you are holding. I will also provide you with practical tips on how to move beyond them. I went to Paris as a nanny in my early twenties. Leaving my hometown in Germany behind on the train to Paris, I felt excited. I was eager to immerse myself in a different culture and learn to speak French. I was lookin

How do you handle criticism? Does it stab you in the heart and make you crazy or do you just let it roll off your back without giving it a second thought? The most valuable approach might be to do a bit of both; to learn as much from it as we can and then, like water off a duck’s back, to let it go. Firstly, we must understand that criticism is usually as much about the other person as it is about us, and that criticism is a valuable way of pinpointing the lessons we need to learn about ourselves and others.

We all love dressing up, trying new things, creating new outfits. But how to choose something truly unique, something you can create and wear it in your own style? First you need to know what kind of tops / jeans / shoes suits you best. There's no point in following strict trends, if the style ...

Have you ever felt like everything is spinning out of control and you are so overwhelmed that you have NO idea what to do? Here are a few tips on how to put yourself back onto the driver’s seat. The first thing is to assume personal responsibility that we can take back control. When we feel like everything is out of control, we are relinquishing our personal power to exte al circumstances and taking on a victim mentality.

“If you fail to be a lizard in your own land, you will fail to be a crocodile in another land.” – Akan proverb In today’s world, the essence of the individual is at the centre of conversations and the forefront of design and production. All around you, everything is about you. The whole universe is being mobilised, structured and empowered to respond to you and your ideals. The great change of our day is positively skewed in your favour. And why not, you are the most important person in your world.

Once upon a time long ago, when men rode to work on horses, and women stayed at home, there lived a very wise man. He lived a simple life, working long hard hours at his trade, mending the chariot wheels and fixing the shoes the horses wore. The sign on his little shop said: BLACKSMITH

Hello, let me welcome you to the world of attitudes. It is a world of mirrors, where the way you define yourself positively reflects on you. It mirrors itself in your thoughts and actions. It forms your posture and affects your world view. Your attitude is the fragrance you leave behind everywhere you go. People take a whiff of it and determine the kind of person you are. You may not have given your attitude a serious thought, but it is your authentic brand. People stop to smell your attitudinal fragrance whenever you announce your presence.

Productivity hacks? Nope. Time management apps? Nope. Hiring and delegation? Nope. The core of being efficient and effective in your business starts with YOU. Your strength, your superpowers. Being efficient and effective is not about having a cookie-cutter blueprint or a me-too tactic. You need the right strategies and customized plan to give you the biggest bang for you time- and energy-bucks. The best way to make your business run efficiently is to tap into your strength, and design structures and systems to maximize the income-producing potential of your strong suits.rnr

If you knew how much time you have left to live, would you choose to live your life differently? I started to think about this question when my son came home one day and told me about his friend’s mom who just passed away at 48 years old. She suffered a brain tumor that was discovered just a few months earlier. This made me think about another question: Why do most of us put off our happiness or those things we truly desire, for the future? When you’re on your death bed, will you look back and wish you spent more time working harder? You’ll probably be thinking…

Silver has a nasty tendency to get dark, almost black with time. This is a natural process, due to oxidation. As natural as it is, it does not look good. Here I will give you one way to remove the blackened layer without any effort from your side. It's been tested and it works.