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- The State of the World and How to CHANGE it...but How can a mere 'I' Make Any Difference? - by Submitted on Feb 04, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: The State of the World and How to CHANGE it... but How can a mere 'I' Make Any Difference? Author: Craig Lock Category/Subject: the world, world issues, social and political issues/problems Web sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html#craig and www.lulu.com/craiglock ...
Views: 687 - When Life Tangles Up, Just Tango On - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2011 from Young KimI’ll admit it: I know how to tango. I started years ago. I never performed, or competed. I didn’t do it to pick up on women. I just did it for fun. The dance itself is unpredictable considering there is no set pattern, and I have to keep switching partners since I didn’t have a permanent ...
Views: 1072(4 votes) - The Formula for Making Good on Your New Year’s Resolutions - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Judy WidenerWell, it's been a month since you made your New Year’s resolutions. How's it going? Are you making steady progress? Or, like most of us, have you given up on them? When you made your New Year’s resolutions for this year, you might have used the formula that is very popular these days among ...
Views: 1253(4 votes) - The Formula for Making Good on Your New Year’s Resolutions - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2011 from Judy WidenerWell, it's been a month since you made your New Year’s resolutions. How's it going? Are you making steady progress? Or, like most of us, have you given up on them? When you made your New Year’s resolutions for this year, you might have used the formula that is very popular these days among ...
Views: 1253(4 votes) - Is Your Time Well Spent? - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Dawn BarclayHow do you feel about the number 86,400 (if anything)? It’s an important number however many of us complain that we don’t have enough of what the number is made up of. You have already used it, reading this far, we're talking about time. If time were money, would you waste and fritter away ...
Views: 1017 - Success Is a Choice - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Peter GeorgeA good friend of mine, Dick Herron, has a wonderful saying, "Success is a choice ... your choice." He has it pegged. Have you ever wondered why a competitor of yours -- a competitor who obviously doesn't have your knowledge, abilities, or experience -- is more successful than you? Let me ...
Views: 1150(5 votes) - Just Do It and Reap the Rewards - by Submitted on Feb 11, 2011 from Peter GeorgeSome of your greatest opportunities are ahead of you, although some may not seem possible, at this time. To achieve them, all you have to do is decide to try ... to take the first step ... to put something into motion ... to just do it. There's a reason why Nike chose "Just Do It" as its ...
Views: 1304(13 votes) - How to Motivate Yourself to Success - 3 Goal Setting Strategies That Work - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Bob CrawfordMotivation is a funny thing. It seems to come and go. But when you know the secret of how to motivate yourself, life gets a lot easier. It becomes less of a challenge. When you use the 3 goal setting strategies that follow, you can be sure that staying motivated will no longer be a ...
Views: 1419 - Motivation: Necessary in Order to Achieve - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Maria MartinezThese days we are all exposed to a lot. We are constantly attacked by uncertainty, negativity…fears. We find lack of motivation, stress and even depression in people we know and places we are familiar with. Therefore, staying motivated these days is not necessarily piece of cake however, I can ...
Views: 1198 - 4 Factors In Building A Foundation For Success - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Chidi EjikeugwuEvery one of us shares one selfish, common goal: "to be successful". But at the long run majority don't get to achieve the level of success they desire. This phenomenon has led to a lot of questions: Does success really have secrets? Why do majority who seek after success fail to achieve it at ...
Views: 1777(1 vote) - Secret to Success! The 12 things you need! - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Cassie LangI bet we've all wondered why some people are so successful, and asked what do they have that we don't? When people talk about the secret to success, it's almost like they are saying there is this hidden formula to which if you could just find out what it was, you would all of a sudden be as ...
Views: 877 - Keep Going! - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Cassie LangThere are so many ups and downs when running a business and it’s impossible to fully prepare yourself for the realities until you are actually doing it! Sometimes the downs may over shadow the ups and you wonder 'Can I really do this?' But the answer is YES...YOU CAN DO IT! Remind yourself ...
Views: 740 - 10 Tips for Personal Motivation in 2011 - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Cassie LangSo...it's the New Year and we all know what that means...new years resolutions! Traditionally, the new year is a time when we all want to get better this year, lose weight, give up smoking or change jobs etc... On talking to various people recently, I found that there are typically two ...
Views: 914(1 vote) - Hindsight is a wonderful thing! - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Cassie LangOutsourcing our website development overseas to India was a big mistake in my opinion; it caused us major delays and extra costs and we eventually had to enlist the help of a UK based developer to finish the project. Unfortunately, we cannot go back and change what has been but maybe our ...
Views: 1230 - Write My Affordable Term Paper - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Maryanne SmithTerm paper writing is one of the most common assessments at college level, and in most other institutions of professional studies. Students are normally assigned a topic or certain area of research within their professional field of study. The students thereafter; have to develop a research ...
Views: 478 - The Most Precious Thing! - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2011 from John G E FryeToday I gave some thought to what do we regard as most important. Of course there will be some common things like family, my husband/wife, my children, job, my pet dog or cat, my car, house, business. For some it could be money, their investments, gold, stocks, shares, estate and all ...
Views: 1311(1 vote) - Successful Influencing - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Glenise AndersonInfluencing has become an important skill which is required by managers and leaders around the world. In order to encourage people to see your point of view, influencing holds key. Influencing can be best referred to as “the power or force through which you can change the actions and behavior of ...
Views: 803(1 vote) - Secrets to Setting An Intention - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2011 from Linda-Ann StewartWhen you set an intention, you're focusing your energy to create a new behavior, attitude, or experience in your world. You're saying to yourself, and the Universe, "This is what I want." The Universe always says, "Yes," to your goal, for It supports all of your endeavors. However, your ...
Views: 719 - Team Building Benefits for Your Workplace - by Submitted on Mar 28, 2013 from Guy FarmerForward-thinking, proactive leaders and organizations use team building as a vital tool to improve the functioning of their workplaces. When we practice effective team building we improve the morale and productivity in our workplaces. Here are ten key benefits team building produces for your ...
Views: 4592 - What to do if you're stuck - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2013 from Stan MannIrene was a highly talented freelance advertising copywriter. One day she found herself unable to make herself write. She made up excuses and found other things that she felt she "had" to do. This went on for days. Irene was stuck. She had a bad case of writer's block and could not get herself ...
Views: 752 - What Keeps People From Marketing on the Internet? - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2011 from TJ PhilpottMarketing on the internet has opened an entirely new entrepreneurial frontier for people wanting to go into business but lacking the financial resources. Curiously enough however is the fact that many still remain reluctant when it comes to starting an online business. As mentioned the ...
Views: 705(3 votes) - How to Motivate Anyone Including Yourself with 7 minutes and a Cup of Coffee - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Dr Richard NorrisDo you, your team or organization need to overcome obstacles and deliver results? Perhaps, you are having issues motivating your team or even yourself? Do you need to know how to find those elusive “hot buttons” that ignite people into action? Until a few years ago I would have ...
Views: 1044 - Calypso Bay is the ultimate relaxation technique - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2011 from Calypso BayQueensland's Coastal Protection and Management Act in 2004 has now prohibited the construction of any man-made tidal canals for environment protection. This development was approved before this act was passed, essentially making it the last of its kind. The blocks are roughly 750m2 in size and ...
Views: 879 - How are those resolutions working out? - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Robert MacPheeWe all know the cliche, right? Resolutions are set the first of the year... lose the weight, quit smoking, get organized, pay off the debt... and then a few weeks into the year the focus and commitment wane. Why is that? I believe the main reason is very simple: comfort zones. Most of us ...
Views: 1187 - The Joy of Work - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Brad YatesIf that title causes some resistance, start tapping now. Sadly, the word “work” is going to scare away a lot of folks who could really benefit from this article. Ah well… Thomas Edison once famously offered this observation: “Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed ...
Views: 1629(8 votes) - Dealing With the Fruit or the Root? It Makes a Difference! - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Ann MusicoUnless you get to the root or cause of a problem, you are forever dealing with fruit! You’ll never resolve the problem that way. Many doctors are focused on simply treating symptoms (fruit) and managing pain (fruit – again). Pain is not necessarily a bad thing – God created your body to ...
Views: 1452(1 vote) - MOTIVATION The drive behind excellent performance - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from Elizabeth McNallyOne of the great writers on motivation, Ausabel, determined that there was intrinsic and extrinsic motivation. What does that mean exactly? Well, intrinsic motivation will derive from an inner will to achieve and perform. Extrinsic motivation will come from benefiting from an outer source ...
Views: 1894 - Creative Games for the Mind - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2011 from john KielyPlaying games is a fun filled way to relax the mind and the body, but games do not necessarily have to be restricted to playing out in the open or that which involves strenuous physical activity. Many of us are ignorant of the fact that the mind needs to be engaged in some sort of exercise to ...
Views: 739 - Mental Toughness Versus Excuses - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Phil PearlWhat’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 underneath we all stay the same. Well, the ...
Views: 1224 - What's In A Calling? - by Submitted on Jan 20, 2011 from Joe NuckolsMy son-in-law is a very impressive guy. He's a decorated Lt.Col. in the Marines. Imagine how tough you have to be, to be a Marine ... much less earning such a high rank at a young age. When we first met I asked why he joined the corps. Without hesitation he answered, "It's a calling." Wow. ...
Views: 1295(1 vote) - Tips On Talking To Women - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Ben WebbTips On Talking To Women Think of what to stay before you approach In this article you are going to lean If you found this article useful then check out my blog which has lots more tips on talking to women as well as lots of information about day game pick up... thanks Ben Webb.. A good ...
Views: 751 - THE DANCE OF LIFE - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from GAURI SANKARElephants are the only animals that cannot jump and much less dance. Nevertheless, they go on to live for a long time. Friends, dance of life does not mean that one has to dance through life. It is just finding some rhythm in life. In nature, everything is rhythmic. Planets revolving round the ...
Views: 740 - Trying and Failing is Better Than Not Trying at All - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Ben NelsonOne of the major things that stops most people from ever moving forward on their goals and closer to their dreams is fear. One of the biggest fears is the fear of failure, of not knowing if you can actually accomplish the dreams you set out to achieve. We are afraid of what people will say or ...
Views: 16264 - How to Tap in the Power of the Now; An Easy Tool You Can Use Everyday - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Felicity BakerSuffering from clinical anxiety for over 30 years of my life, my mind was caught in a constant spiral of fear and worry. I spent my whole life worrying what if this bad thing happened or what if that bad thing happened. I was never in the now. I spent the whole time in the future; not seeing ...
Views: 1799(3 votes) - The Year 2011: Commitments vs. Confusion - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Cookie Tuminello“In beginner’s mind there are many possibilities, in expert’s mind there are few.”- Suzuki Roshi By now, most of you are coming out of the Christmas Cheer Coma and are back at work scratching your head and saying to yourselves, ...
Views: 716 - Determination - the Key to Success (from 'The Winning Mind' and 'Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness') - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: Determination - the key to success (from 'Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness')Author: Craig LockCategory/Subject: Spiritual, Inspiration, Empowerment, Success, Success Principles, Personal Growth, Self Help, Motivation, Mind, Mind Control, Mindpower, books, self help ...
Views: 1298 - The “Just One Thing” Principle - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Zoe RouthWhen I led canoe trips for a living, one of the first things we taught is that you don't need to put that much pressure in your strokes to change the direction you're going. A little does a lot. And the same thing is true for goals. Have you made a resolution or goal for this new year? Most ...
Views: 1410 - Growing Through Mistakes - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Paolo F. Tiberi“All life demands struggle. Those who have everything given to them become lazy, selfish, and insensitive to the real values of life. The very striving and hard word that we so constantly try to avoid is the major building block in the person we are today,” Ralph Ransom, author. What will ...
Views: 813 - Effective Meetings - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Marnie SwedbergBusiness effectiveness starts and ends with positive relationships. As a person responsible for multiple meeting groups, I have developed a set of guidelines that work well - whether managing a restaurant, retail store, office staff or church volunteer committee. By personalizing these concepts, ...
Views: 2122(3 votes) - When the Going Gets Tough...Just Keep Going - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Ben NelsonThere is no denying that along the path to success there are many obstacles, and there will be tough times along the way. If anyone ever gives you a "secret" to success that they say involves no pitfalls and no struggle or work, they are either lying to you or they have never actually tried it ...
Views: 2127 - The Habit of Completion - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Young KimIn the movie, "The King's Speech," the speech therapist (Geoffrey Rush) provides the stuttering King George VI (Colin Firth) with a set of exercises to keep his body and mind moving forward while speaking. By keeping his body and mind in a state of flow, King George VI was able to keep his ...
Views: 1930(3 votes) - Confessions of a Snooze Addict - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Young KimI'll admit it. I am a recovering snooze addict. I was addicted to staying in bed, wrapped up in its warmth. But it was always temporary, and it was never enough. At first, I only hit the snooze button once. Next thing I knew, I was hitting that button at least ten times before getting out ...
Views: 1335(3 votes) - How to Achieve your Personal Goals (from Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness) - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: How to Achieve your Personal Goals (from Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness) Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Self Help, Personal Growth, Motivation, Goalsetting, Success, Success Principles, Motivation, Inspiration, Sports Psychology, Sport, Mind, Mind Control, ...
Views: 1107 - Baton Leadership Lessons From LA Philharmonic Conductor Dudamel - by Submitted on Jan 12, 2011 from Eileen McDarghImagine a crusty group of seasoned professionals standing, applauding and cheering a 28 year-old leader who has turned a same-old-same-old product into something fresh and exciting! This does NOT happen-particularly when the professionals are members of the Israel Philharmonic. But under the ...
Views: 1326 - Success Tips for Women Executives and Entrepreneurs - How a Lack of Body Confidence is Holding You Back - by Submitted on May 11, 2012 from Melonie DodaroWhy do so many people find true abundance elusive? Most of them are missing the key ingredient: complete and utter confidence in themselves, which is inseparable from complete confidence in their physical self: their body. Of course, getting that total body confidence can be a tall order, ...
Views: 1163 - The Principles of Success (from 'Steps to Success, Prosperity and Happiness') - by Submitted on Jan 12, 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 Sites: ...
Views: 879 - 7 Ways to Instantly Build Self Confidence - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Keith MaysonThere you are standing in line at a coffee shop and you see the most beautiful girl you have ever seen. She is typing away at her laptop and you cannot take your eyes off of her. You start to think, “She is so beautiful she would never want me.” “What would I say to her if I went over there, no ...
Views: 1193 - Making Your Dreams Come True In MLM - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Daniel PetrucelliMaking your dreams come true is really quite simple. Listen we all know the deal. Come Monday morning you will wake up like any other day in your life and make a decision based on one of two choices; The first choice is to Decide to go to work really hard for the rest of your life to build Some ...
Views: 948(2 votes) - 6 Reasons Not to Get Down About Your Job Search - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from David WitYou lost your job in 2010 and now its a new year with no prospects in sight. Pretty depressing that you're now going through your savings and have to decide if you can afford to go to McDonald's for lunch or need to head home where you can eat for less. Friends want to get together for drinks, ...
Views: 3237 - Out of Darkness Into Light Part 2 - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2011 from Daniel ToopsThe first thing you can work on to make the coming year a great one, is your belief system. Your belief system has the power to create and destroy your life. The way you view life and everything in it (people, events, information, circumstances) is all interpreted by your belief system. So, if ...
Views: 1117 - Do it Anyway- How to Keep Your New Year's Resolutions - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Doug Grady“Character is the ability to carry out a good resolution long after the excitement of the moment has passed.” –Cavett Robert Emotions are powerful. They can infuse passion, purpose, and power into our daily activities or they can be the precursor to a sense of futility and failure, causing us ...
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