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- Forget ‘Visioning’ – Let’s Take Action: Three Steps to Moving Past Barriers and Overwhelm, Part 1 - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2014 from Larry FreeborgPick up one of the popular self-help books written on the topic of achievement in the last 10 years and chances are you will find a thick section devoted to ‘visioning’. That’s the process of creating a visual picture of what you want to achieve. While knowing what you want to achieve is ...
Views: 995 - Online visibility rules - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2014 from Kathleen Gage“Business is slow. The economy makes it hard to generate revenue. There’s too much competition.” Comments like these are made each and every day. And yet, there are those who will tell you it has never been easier to build a successful business than today. So what’s the distinction? ...
Views: 1120 - Now is the time to package your information into products and services - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2014 from Kathleen GageOne of the most important aspects of running a business, any business, is keeping your customer in mind. As obvious as these sounds, not everyone does it. A business cannot sustain itself without keeping the customer/client in the forefront. One way to fully serve your customers is with ...
Views: 1005 - Create Your Vision of Success - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2014 from Kathleen GageMost marketing strategies are about being in motion. Have a plan, be proactive, and take the necessary action steps. Although being proactive is a necessary aspect of marketing, an often overlooked and yet equally important part is your company’s internal perception. Many companies put a lot of ...
Views: 1049 - Aspiring Best selling Authors - Distractions Can Hamper You - by Submitted on Dec 02, 2014 from Kathleen GageWhether you plan to write an online best seller e-book author or a more traditional book, you will have to finish that book before you actually get anywhere. No matter how good your intentions you may find it near impossible to get your book done unless you are aware of on fact; distractions ...
Views: 1390 - Utilize Your Talents And Reach Excellence, Naturally! - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2014 from Porschia Parker-GriffinExcellence – the quality of being outstanding or extremely good What would excellence look like in your life? Would you have your dream job? Are you living in a new city? Could it involve spending more time with your family? Or is it simply having more money in your bank account? It’s ...
Views: 2373 - 5 Steps to Achieving Your Goals … Faster! - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2014 from Kellyann SchaeferI was reading the Tortoise and the Hare the other day and it got me thinking about goal setting… When trying to reach the finish line… Is it better to go fast? Or slow? And what I came up with was that in order to Go fast… we need to at times start off slow, by putting in thinking ...
Views: 839 - Get Off Your Lazy #%+?! And Sow!: How to Get What You Want in Life - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2014 from Richard GreeneSow? What the heck does that mean? The definition of sow means to scatter seed over (land, earth, etc.) for the purpose of growth. The Roman philosopher, politician, lawyer, orator, and political theorist, Marcus T. Cicero, said, “As you have sown so shall you reap.” And in the New Testament we ...
Views: 1378(2 votes) - Stalled? Change One Thing - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2014 from Adele McDowellStalled, stuck, and procrastinating? Take heart, there is always a new day. There is always a new door to try. We, humans, want to be our better selves, we really do, but sometimes we get in our own way. Or we are just too comfy to let go of the old patterns. Or, like shiny things, everything ...
Views: 1003(2 votes) - Do we always need to Raise The Bar to Get things done? - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2014 from Noah St John“The secret of success: Get up early. Working late. Strike oil.” - John D. Rockefeller In a sports setting, we frequently hear the term, “raise the bar.” To “raise the bar” means that we are striving for better, further and faster. This is a big goal for everyone, but do we invariably need to ...
Views: 1111(1 vote) - Do You Have Tucker Syndrome? Are You Afraid To Take Risks Even Though You Know The Way Is Clear? - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2014 from Larry FreeborgIn a discussion with my “Bonus Years” Support and Achievement Circle, one of the members told a story about her dog Tucker, a lovely Sheltie that has been her companion for many years. As it turns out, a part of the fence in the backyard that had kept Tucker in for many years had been taken ...
Views: 982 - Pick the Right Superhero and Your Business will Soar - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2014 from Carrie GreeneI was speaking with a client. She was excited to be co-presenting with a colleague. She said her colleague was very well connected because, she used to be a producer for a major network television show. My client went on to share wonderful things about her co-presenter, yet had little to ...
Views: 989 - Afraid To Take Risks? 3 Ways This Is Holding You Back. - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2014 from Porschia Parker-GriffinRisk- exposure to the chance of injury or loss. How do you feel when you hear the word risk? Do you get butterflies in your stomach, start sweating and feeling uneasy? Or are you calm and composed when thinking about taking risks? It’s natural to have a mental and/or physical response ...
Views: 1441 - 4 ways to (still) make this your best year! - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2014 from Thomas AndersonAs I’m writing this, it’s T-60 days until the end of the year. That means, by the time you are reading this, you’ll be even closer to making this year….we’ll maybe not your best year ever. I’m saying that because if you’re like 92% of the world, you haven’t achieved your New Year’s ...
Views: 1542 - Do you use affirmations? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2016 from Michael RobeyDo You Use Affirmations? Daily affirmations are a powerful way to take control of certain things in your life. Take a little time to think about what you are struggling with at the moment and what powerful words you want to use to affirm you are changing it. You might be going ...
Views: 1181 - Intention and The Dynamics of Prayer - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2016 from Michael RobeyINTENTION AND THE DYNAMICS OF PRAYER We can use these five steps if we have a problem of any kind for which we desire a solution or wish for help. First Step :- Pray and meditate about it. Use the Prayers of Manifestation as they have the greatest power. Then remain in the silence of ...
Views: 1067 - Feeling overwhelmed? Take Five Steps To Focus Your Energy! - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2014 from Porschia Parker-GriffinAre you struggling to get things done? Have you constantly been feeling exhausted or stressed during the day? Has anyone told you that you’ve dropped the ball recently? We all know the feeling of overwhelm, having too many things to deal with. This feeling can have a large impact on ...
Views: 1052 - Drill Deep Enough to Strike Oil - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2014 from Sylvia HendersonI'm not ashamed to admit it. I am hooked on silly soap-opera television programs like "Dallas" and "Desperate Housewives". Take Dallas (please). The oil barons of Southfork Ranch (in Dallas, TX of course) drill deep to strike oil. You can do the same to strike oil with your idea. Just keep ...
Views: 1017 - How To Identify Your Ideal Client To Move Your Business Forward - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2014 from Heather CottrellI was speaking with a coaching client today who was having some trouble making a choice between three different niche markets. She had experience, opportunities and passion for each of these groups of potential clients. I coached her through two things: releasing the fears she had of ...
Views: 928 - Goals that Small Businesses Should Focus On - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinOwners of small businesses, have to have their particular goals in terms of running and growing their businesses. It is vital that they have a clear idea of what short term and long term goals they need to achieve, which should include funding, increasing profits, gaining more customers, and ...
Views: 1127 - The Secret to Attracting the Job You Love - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinOne of the biggest concerns that many of us have in our lives is their own ability to find a career that will suit them perfectly. Nobody can say that it’s easy to find your dream career, but nobody said it cannot be done, either. The secret to finding the right career path is to first have the ...
Views: 1091 - Facing Fear and Overwhelm – One Rapid At a Time - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2014 from Larry FreeborgA couple of ways to manage fear is what this story is about. They came to me while I was on a white water rafting trip in Costa Rica with my son, Michael, and have been applicable on a number of occasions when I’ve been “stuck” because of fear. Here’s what happened. Michael had just graduated ...
Views: 943 - So You’re interested in Life Coaching, But Are You Coachable? - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2014 from Porschia Parker-GriffinCongratulations! You are interested in making changes in your life and serious about getting results. This involved deciding that you are ready to invest in yourself, your dreams, and goals. Or perhaps you’ve heard a little bit about life coaching and think it could be a good fit for you. ...
Views: 1593 - Do I Need A Life Coach? Find Out With Three Questions! - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2014 from Porschia Parker-GriffinYou have a great idea, you might have a plan, but you have no idea how to get there. Or perhaps, you have a clear goal and a clear plan, but no unbiased, non-judgmental support. Some people ask, “Do I need a life coach?” Let’s face it, we live in a competitive world. There are a lot of ideas ...
Views: 1027 - The Comfort Zone Concept - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2014 from Jake AndersenThe Comfort Zone Concept I have never seen the phrase comfort zone in the dictionary, but if it were there, I suppose it would read something like this: Comfort Zone- A mental state in which no progression toward one’s potential takes place. I believe that my comfort zone is nothing ...
Views: 1415 - Ideas on How to Create a Solid and Cohesive Group - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2014 from Cecile PeterkinDid you ever have to manage people who just can’t seem to put their trust on one another? If yes, then you have an idea of how draining and difficult it is to build trust among your team members. And while there isn’t any way you could do this easier, you really have to try to achieve this goal. ...
Views: 1106 - Five Take-Aways to Help You Take Your Ideas A Ways Forward - by Submitted on Sep 04, 2014 from Sylvia HendersonWhat’s the use in attending conferences if you don’t have take-aways that bring you a return on your investment? To elicit a return on my investment my take-aways need to either benefit myself personally, or my clients and potential clients directly or indirectly by helping me to better serve ...
Views: 1161 - Procrastination No More! - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2014 from Joan Clout-KruseAre you an acute procrastinator? I was. Twenty years ago I made a new promise to myself and wrote these words… “I am an introverted, procrastinating perfectionist who is striving to change to be an extroverted, results-oriented champion.” It was a time for me to move on and take charge of my ...
Views: 1112 - PERSISTENCE--Keep On Going and Never Give Up - by Submitted on Aug 27, 2014 from Joan Clout-KruseDo you have the tenacity to keep on going to achieve your goals? Can you continue writing year after year submitting stories and never publish anything? Do you take charge of your goal and stay with it despite all the struggles you may face? We would if we had the intense emotional drive ...
Views: 1173 - 7 Unique Ways to Help You Expand Your Household Income - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2014 from Lizzie WeakleyWhen wanting to earn more of an income and expand your budget, there are several unique ways to earn money. From reselling goods online to working as a tutor, there are several ways to use your expertise and skills to increase your pay. By thinking outside of the box and getting creative, it's ...
Views: 1375(1 vote) - Identify and Achieve Your Most Important Business Goals - by Submitted on Aug 15, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerToday is a fresh start. Every day, as they say, is a fresh start. Only sometimes it doesn't feel that way, does it? Too often it seems as though you'll never reach your goals - especially the ones that matter to you the most. It seems like your goals and dreams are still out there in ...
Views: 1402 - Lose the Guilt-ridden “Shoulds” for the Magic of “Could” - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2014 from Noelle NelsonThe alarm rings. Too early, much too early. A whole hour early. You know you should get up. You promised yourself you’d start working out. Today’s the day! Huzzah! Yesterday it seemed like such a great idea. You even set out your gym gear, ready to get going first thing. Groan. Aargh! You ...
Views: 1384 - 3 Ways to Visualize Your Goals - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2014 from Benson WongIt has been said over and over that if you are able to visualize your goals and believe them, then over time you will achieve them. After all, man becomes what he thinks. Visualization has many favors. You can find a quiet place and basically day dream about what you want. Or, you can journal ...
Views: 2062 - The Road Map: Why Writing Down Your Goals Works - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2014 from Tina TessinaWe see a lot of advice to write down your goals and dreams, but does it really help? Actually, it does. For one thing, it helps you get clear on exactly what you want, and makes the goals more imaginable. They seem more real when you have thought through them clearly and written them ...
Views: 1437 - Turn “Yeah, but” On Its Head - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2014 from Noelle NelsonEver have one of those “Yeah, but” conversations? Your friend has lost her job. Being the supportive friend that you are, you say: “Hey, you’ve got tons of skills. All you need to do is revamp your resume, and you’ll be hired in no time.” “Yeah, but the economy sucks. It’s gonna take ...
Views: 1251 - The Mimimalist Guide to Achieving Success - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2014 from Jennifer Sarpong"A vision without action is just a hallucination."– Unknown There is one thing you must remember on your journey to achieving success in life and business. Intentions are never enough. Intentions are never enough. Repeat this out loud "intentions are never enough.” It's not what you ...
Views: 823 - 6 Keys to Better Time Management - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2014 from Nigel St.HillDear friend, time management is basically about being focused. Having a balanced life-style should be the key result of having good personal time management. Time management is about getting results, not about being busy. So here are six key areas of life that I would encourage you to pay ...
Views: 1447 - 7 Steps To Goal Setting - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2014 from Ronny PrasadSetting goals and achieving goals is something that most of us want. The key is to differentiate between a goal and a mere wish. A wish is something that people dream about. A goal is accompanied with a plan and a time line. My definition of the word goal is: G.O.A.L – Getting Over All ...
Views: 1230(1 vote) - You Are Not Your Results - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2014 from Melissa HeislerI like to think I was a control freak, but I guess I still am. Back in the old day I was a micromanager, taking responsibility for every aspect of a project even if it wasn’t mine. I would stay awake at night worrying about outcome. I would plan and scheme what else I could do to make the ...
Views: 1029 - 6 Secrets to Goal Setting That Every Successful Person Knows, but You Don’t - by Submitted on May 30, 2014 from Nigel St.HillDear friend, last week I introduced you to the important topic - Goal Setting. Now here are 6 proven pointers that should be taken into consideration in setting your goals and achieving them. 1.Attitude plays a very big role in setting and achieving your goals. You must ask yourself if any ...
Views: 1133 - Do You Want to Know Why Successful people Set Goals? - by Submitted on May 23, 2014 from Nigel St.HillDear friend, most of us will have tried a form of goal setting in the past and, more often than not, will have fallen short of our targets. The most common demonstration of this phenomenon is the New Year Resolution that is often forgotten a week later or the colleague who always seems to “be ...
Views: 1350 - Does Your Life Really Work? Check it Out. - by Submitted on May 17, 2014 from Annette SegalYou have lots of feelings. They play throughout your day. Some of them make you feel great while others clearly do not! You often talk about your emotions with trusted folks. Not so much, your needs. Why? Are you as aware of your needs? Do you reflect on whether they are being met? You might ...
Views: 1037 - Five Questions to Ask Yourself in Tough Times - by Submitted on May 15, 2014 from nancy traversWe all go through tough times, some more than others. But everybody handles hard times differently. It’s not whether you get hurricanes and tornadoes in life, it’s how you weather the storms that make a difference in your well-being. 1) Are you really worse off? A friend’s mother recently ...
Views: 1074 - Only the Best!!! - by Submitted on May 11, 2014 from Larry Crane“It won’t work!” “It can’t work!” “No way, no how!” So basically what we are really holding in mind, is, “What’s the worst that can happen?” Clearly this is not how an article should begin if it is titled "Only the Best." And yet, this is what most of us are doing, most of the time. We ...
Views: 1241 - More Recreation Time Boosts Your Profits (And Tips to Find Time for It) - by Submitted on May 08, 2014 from Christina WeberBreakthrough ideas don’t shower most entrepreneurs when sitting in front of their computers. Inspiration hits like popcorn when in the woods hiking with the sun shimmering through leaves, running down a scenic path or painting a picture. The Holy Spirit’s artistic flair flourishes most when ...
Views: 1281 - How to Grow Your Business and Stay Sane... at the Same Time! - by Submitted on May 01, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerWe’ve all been there: wanting to grow our business but not knowing what to do or how to do it. There are so many options and tasks to do each day; it can feel like you’re going crazy (I’m not the only one, am I?!) Instead of being pulled in ten different directions, there are a few simple steps ...
Views: 1094 - Top 25 Creativity Quotations - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2014 from Vernon MyersWhat is creativity? Use these quotes from famous people to think about what it means to be creative. 1. "Creativity is the infinite capacity that resides within you. It involves combining information with your life experiences." - Wayne Lotherington 2. "Creativity is not in the execution, ...
Views: 1467(1 vote) - Master Your Future - Become An Idea Creator - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2014 from Vernon Myers"A man with a supply of idea fears nothing for he has become the master of his own fate." - Robert P. Crawford How do you use your mind to create ideas that open the floodgates to other opportunities? One way is to set an intention to create a great idea and then to follow the thought up with ...
Views: 1300 - 12 Reasons to Use an Idea Journal - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2014 from Vernon Myers1. Using an idea journal is fast, easy, and convenient. It will take you less than 15 minutes each day to record your ideas, goals, and dreams into your idea journal. 2. Your idea journal will motivate you to take action on your most valuable and promising ideas. Use the idea journal ...
Views: 1294(1 vote) - How To Take Action To Achieve Unbelievable Success - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2014 from Merv StevensMany online marketers have a dream, but they don't know how to take action to make their dream a reality, which hinders their success. They may have the dream but never follow through because of fear. They are afraid to go forward, even though they were excited about a new beginning. To achieve ...
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