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- Staying Motivated When You Feel Like Giving Up - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2010 from Michael FehlauerAuthor Lynn Anderson tells the story about a shipload of travelers 350 years ago who landed on the northeast coast of America. The first year they established a town site. The next year they elected a town government. The third year the town government planned to build a road five miles westward ...
Views: 1428 - Fight for Success-5 Steps to Improving you. - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2010 from Chris SuttonWe all want to be, have and do better in life. The most over used phrase we all hear and use id "I'm sick and tired of being........" well you know the rest. A restless, un motivated and mundane life is much like the paint in a room. After you paint a room it looks clean, new and brings new ...
Views: 4362(1 vote) - Pushing Past Procrastination - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2010 from Therese SkellyAh, the dreaded “P” word...something that all entrepreneurs struggle with from time to time. I thought I’d tackle the issue, but in a different way than most. We will look at it from three different perspectives. Ready? Here we go... The Habit of Procrastination: Do you “plan your work ...
Views: 584 - Motivational Songs for Kids of All Age Groups - by Submitted on Mar 12, 2010 from Jonathan MatthewsMotivational Songs are wonderful for the mind, body and spirit in kids of all ages. If you are like me, a kid getting at 40, listening to motivational songs gives me that much needed pick-me-up in the through out the day altering my entire mood, bringing me to my feet, and encouraging me to ...
Views: 6990 - Sometimes Affirmations Work and Sometimes They Do Not Work - by Submitted on May 28, 2010 from Remez SassonWhen you repeat an affirmation, with which you are not in agreement, there is often a greater or smaller subconscious resistance, which defeats the affirmation. In cases of low self-esteem, difficult situations, failure or depression, your mind is often focused on your current situation, and you ...
Views: 1702(5 votes) - A Simple 5 Part Formula To Handling Season Change, Relapse Recovery and Going With the Process - by Submitted on Mar 11, 2010 from Trish RobichaudQuantum change? Whenever I hear people talking about "quantum change", I wonder, "What the heck is that all about?" Change to me is about "evolution" or a transitional process. For instance, when the season changes, we don't wake up one morning and the snow is all gone and there are leaves on ...
Views: 1245(1 vote) - Leading Yourself Out of Recession - by Submitted on Mar 09, 2010 from Willie HortonI simply don't know how many clients have said to me, over the last few months, that they crave leadership. The current global economic has found national and international leaders wanting. Governments have often scrambled, like headless chickens, to implement sticky-plaster solutions to a mess ...
Views: 1407(3 votes) - Self Improvement and Motivation to realising your purpose - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2010 from Kevin AbdulrahmanLet me begin by asking you, What’s your Purpose in life? What do you want to achieve? How do you want to positively affect the people you love? How do you want to contribute to your society? Many live their lives in constant frustration. Even when life is O.K so to speak, they are ...
Views: 2488(5 votes) - Self Improvement and Motivation to achieve your goals this year - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2010 from Kevin AbdulrahmanAll too often you hear of people who talk about goal setting. Yet you my friend are well aware that many goals have been set only to have never been achieved, worst yet, they were never even started. By now you are must be also aware of the fact that time stops for no one. If in doubt, check ...
Views: 6400(2 votes) - The Seasons of Life & Success - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2010 from James Bird GuessAs March and the season of spring comes upon us, it is critical that you start planning and equipping yourself for change. As you know, life has four seasons: summer, fall, winter and spring. However, most people are unaware that success also has four seasons: summer success, fall failure, weary ...
Views: 1026(2 votes) - The Best Coaching: Only Everything Helpful - by Submitted on Mar 05, 2010 from Ann StrongAt the age of 15, I gave my grandma a plaque I had made for her that read, “We are what we make ourselves.” When I was 22, I wanted to start a business called The Listening Post. I didn’t start that business then because I didn’t think anyone would believe that a 22-year-old wanted to listen ...
Views: 723(3 votes) - How To Beat The February Blues - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2010 from Jennifer HazlettIf you live in a climate with long, cold winters, then you know all about the February Blues or 'Blahs'. It's the time of year when we've had enough of hibernating inside away from the cold and often dreary outdoors, short days and lack of sunshine. As solopreneurs we spend a lot of time on our ...
Views: 5062(1 vote) - Working Hard or Hardly Working? - by Submitted on Mar 04, 2010 from Mike PniewskiI have worked as an actor in movies and TV for over 25 years and there's one thing that people always say to me. "That looks easy, I bet I could do that." Well, I say, maybe you could but it's not as easy at it looks. It takes a lot of work to make it look so easy. Watching a finished film ...
Views: 1088(1 vote) - The Olympics teach entrepreneurs 4 winning ways to get focused - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2010 from Monique MacKinnonWhat does being a champion in the Olympics and a highly-successful entrepreneur or small business owner require? Unwavering focus. According to Alan Dawe of the Life Magic Healing Centre, Aukland, focus is: “A point upon which attention, activity etc. is directed or concentrated.” For you to ...
Views: 1311 - Are You Staying Focused ? - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2010 from Dr. Robin RushloToday I start with a quote. “Lay hold of today's task and you will not depend so much upon tomorrow's.” Lucius Annaeus Seneca (4B.C.–65A.D.) Roman philosopher and statesman Spring is almost here. You can feel it in the air. With spring all kinds of reasons to put off working your business ...
Views: 2172(3 votes) - Choose What Works For You When It Comes To Staying Motivated - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2010 from Menno SpijkstraWhen it comes to tons of tips and self improvement advice (usually online), you may be confused of what to follow especially when it comes to motivation genre. Take note that we are all created differently, and what works for me may not work out for you. The best advice in staying motivated? ...
Views: 662 - Heroes Who Instill Confidence and Courage! - by Submitted on Mar 23, 2010 from Pat MussieuxI continue to enjoy watching the Olympic games on TV – winter sports are a favorite of mine. Not only do I get much personal pleasure watching the x-country skiing, the figure skating and the snow-boarding, to name a few of the sports, but I really love listening to the athletes as they are ...
Views: 1252 - The Strange Reason Why Following a System is Important - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2010 from Marc-Andre TerriaultFollowing a system is important when you are on your road to success. It’s what guides you to make sure you are on the right track. Now, following a system is not one of the 6 secrets I teach because the 6 secrets to success are themselves part of a system. (more information on the 6 secrets to ...
Views: 950(2 votes) - My Most Favorite Quotes! - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2010 from Father TimeThese are some quotes from famous people, and they are quotes that I especially like, and can write or recite them without looking them up! I hope that you enjoy them because they are powerful and effective when used as motivation! "A journey of a thousand miles must begin with a single ...
Views: 5897(11 votes) - 5 Undeniable Benefits of a Positive Mental Attitude - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2010 from TJ PhilpottA positive mental attitude is one of the most critical links we have between our success and happiness. In fact it would be fair to say that without a positive attitude it would be difficult to accomplish anything that can be considered worthwhile. Having the ability to maintain positive ...
Views: 4126 - 5 Ways to Successfully Motivate Yourself - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2010 from TJ PhilpottLearning how to motivate yourself is an asset that will serve you well throughout every aspect of your life. It is unrealistic to depend upon others to supply you with the drive you will need to accomplish great things in your life. Self motivation is something that can be learned if you do not ...
Views: 650 - Guide Your Special Needs Child To Unlock Their Inner Greatness! - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2010 from Kari MillerChildren with special learning needs have experienced more failure and disappointment than other children. Parenting children with special learning needs can be difficult, and calls forth from their parents an extra measure of care in "planting the seeds of greatness." Seeds of "greatness" ...
Views: 6308(6 votes) - Finding Innovation Inspiration - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2010 from Darcy EikenbergLet's pause for a moment to celebrate three unique innovators who died this year: Curtis Allina, Art Clokey, and Walter Morrison. What--you haven't heard of them? I bet you know their creations well: Pez, Gumby, and Frisbee. I dare you not to grin when saying those three words! Pez, ...
Views: 1313(6 votes) - Creative Power: 10 Ways to Energize Your Teams - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2010 from Doris KovicIn my consultations with clients I hear many complaints about the challenge of getting teams to work together well. There is recognition that teamwork offers huge rewards but also frustration with the personal experience of working within teams. One of the ways to improve teamwork is to ...
Views: 6495(2 votes) - Finding Your Passion (outside of your career) - by Submitted on Feb 23, 2010 from Aurelia FloresWe’ve been talking about the idea of “Finding Your Passion.” And while I agree that you want to spend the majority of your time doing something that moves you, engages you, and is using your talents to their fullest purpose… Sometimes, it’s all about FUN! Do you remember what you used to ...
Views: 744(2 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) - Turning Lemons into Lemonade: or How to Return to a State of Sustainable Confidence - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2010 from Jonathan M FlaksTurning Lemons into Lemonade: or How to Return to a State of Sustainable Confidence In January, I went on vacation with my wife and our two sons, who are 10 and 14. We had hoped to enjoy the warm, sunny, southern California weather, but as you may have seen in the news, it rained like ...
Views: 1224(3 votes) - Be Your Own Motivational Speaker! - by Submitted on Feb 22, 2010 from Willie HortonDo you ever wake up in the morning full of good intentions for the day ahead and find that, by the time that you get to work you’re no longer motivated? Or, maybe, you get off to a flying start but when the first minor distraction or interruption occurs, you go off the rails. Do you ever find ...
Views: 2177(3 votes) - Power of Positive Thinking - by Submitted on May 08, 2010 from Dia ThabetPower of positive thinking Can your thoughts affect your surroundings and events? Can your words affect your life? A child who receives poor grade in Science usually his parents, teachers, or someone told him that he is not good at the subject. Do you think these negative statements by ...
Views: 1548(2 votes) - Are You Aware of Your Vibrational Signature? - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2010 from Zoe RouthYou can sense Roslyn from out in the carpark. She is a tornado of stress and drama. Her energy whips up a frenzy around her and the more intense the chaos, the more focused she becomes in the eye of the storm. And when she leaves, there is an eerie stillness. Roslyn's vibrational signature is ...
Views: 1773(8 votes) - When All Else Fails - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2010 from Zoe RouthGetting what you want involves being deliberate and focused with your intentions. You get clear, you get excited, you take inspired action, and things manifest. And then sometimes life whacks you with a wet fish that knocks you flat. Like how I was busy and enthralled with my work at ...
Views: 1394(6 votes) - Overcoming Procrastination in 5 Simple Steps - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2010 from TJ PhilpottOvercoming procrastination can be one of the hardest things to do since the people who need to do this the most always delay in taking action. Procrastination is a serious example of an 'epic' lack of motivation which the longer it is allowed the more deeply rooted it becomes. This 'social ...
Views: 871 - The Key Elements of Determination and Self Discipline on the Pathway to Success (from 'The Winning Mind) - by Submitted on Feb 20, 2010 from Craig LockArticle Title: The Key Elements of Determination and Self Discipline on the Pathway to Success (from 'The Winning Mind) Author: Craig Lock Category (key words): Success, Success Principles, Motivation, Inspiration, Sports Psychology, Sport, Mind, Mind Control, Positive Thinking and Positive ...
Views: 5135(2 votes) - What is Success (from 'The Winning Mind)? - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2010 from Craig LockArticle Title: What is Success (from 'The Winning Mind)? 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 Site: Craig's new ...
Views: 919(3 votes) - Why the Law of Attraction Will Not Help You Achieve Your Goals Unless You Obey the 4 Laws of Action - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2010 from Karim IsmailDo you think you can you really just think and grow rich? Well, you're in for a rude awakening. I am sure that even Napoleon Hill would agree with me that you cannot merely think and grow rich. The Law of Attraction only works when paired with what I like to call the Law of Action. As a ...
Views: 722(3 votes) - Being in real Action to Get Real Results - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2010 from Michelle RiggRecently I was asked by several people to create a four-payment plan to make it financially easier for them to join my 6-week Ideal Outcome System™ Teleconference Series that will begin on January 27, 2010. (They had already been offered a $100 discount if they signed up by a certain date.) I ...
Views: 936 - Increasing Productivity - 5 Tips for Looking at the Big Picture & Improving Your Overall Effectiveness - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2010 from Karel MurrayHave you ever concentrated on something so hard that the world seems to recede into the background? Like when you see a blemish on your chin and it begins to take on the dimensions of a quarter? Or when you are shuffling through a business proposal that you must deliver that day to an ...
Views: 1518(4 votes) - The Truth About Your To-Do List - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2010 from Carole HodgesDo you feel guilty as you drown in the daily details? Too much to do. Too many people wanting your time and energy. Being pulled in multiple directions. And wondering if there will ever be time to do what you want. Time management? It seems an impossible goal. You try to set priorities, but ...
Views: 1291 - Find The Courage To Chase Your Dreams - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2010 from Roy EakesAs children we have big dreams about what we are going to do as adults, about the people we are going to become. Whether it is flying to the moon as an astronaut, saving lives as a firefighter, or winning the World Series with a home run, there is no little voice in our heads telling us we ...
Views: 1154 - Who and What is a true Champion? - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2010 from Craig LockArticle Title: Who and What is a true Champion? Author Craig Lock Key words: Success, champion, motivation, success principles, mind, mind control Web Site: Craig's new blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is at craiglock.wordpress.com and ...
Views: 1402 - Tips On Being The Best You Ever! - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2010 from Dawgelene SangsterDo you strive to be a better YOU? What are some things you can focus on to enhance your overall image? Here are some tips to help you develop the best you ever! Be Confident Use body gestures to enhance your confidence level. Use correct posture, stand/sit up tall, smile and know your area ...
Views: 929(2 votes) - Passion - by Submitted on Feb 18, 2010 from Len LueddekeMy wife and I recently returned from this year's Vemma convention. It was so amazing! We heard from many of our company's leaders. A common theme to their success was passion! All of our leaders have a passion to help others and a passion to become more. We were fortunate once again this year to ...
Views: 926(2 votes) - Ideas Mean Nothing Without Action - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Roy EakesSo you have this awesome idea for something new that you just know that people would love. It could be an idea for a fantastic book (or even a whole series of books), an incredible movie, a unique and original video game, or an innovative invention that would make many people's lives easier and ...
Views: 904 - 13 Great Ways to Stay Motivated - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Jacquelyn LynnEver feel like you’re swimming upstream? One of the most challenging aspects of being in business or just life in general is staying motivated in the face of adversity. Sure, it’s easy to keep going when things are going great, but what about when you can’t find any business, or when the ...
Views: 1683 - What can a burger teach you about business? - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Monique MacKinnonWhen my husband, his family and I recently went out for supper to The Works restaurant in Ottawa, Canada, it was the real deal: We were presented with a selection of close to 70 different hamburgers, and eight different meats that we could choose from. If you love hamburgers, I highly recommend ...
Views: 1263 - Top Tips For Motivation - by Submitted on Feb 17, 2010 from Ian BroadmoreDo you suffer a lack of motivation? have trouble getting out of bed in the morning and getting on with your life?. Motivation is a emotional response to a situation, some tasks de- motivate us some tasks motivate.When you are higly motivated you can make incredible progress in your life. Hit ...
Views: 927 - Get Excited And Get Moving! - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2010 from Father TimeWhether we feel like doing it or not, we have to do whatever it is that we know in our hearts to be right, and good, and productive! Sometimes, you just have to motivate yourself, to get up and push yourself to get out there and do it! There are many successful people out there, and even on ...
Views: 3820(7 votes) - Becoming an Everyday Hero - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2010 from Sue DolanHave you ever dreamed of being a hero? Raise your hand! Come on, don’t be shy. . . ‘fess up! Doesn’t everyone at some point or other in their lives aspire to be a hero, even if it might be to accomplish just one huge, glorious feat of goodness? Who hasn’t had a daydream about ...
Views: 1497(4 votes) - The Basic Technology behind Affiliate Marketing today! - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Leonard RoachA online affiliate is when someone like you can sign up to advertise others merchandise for a portion of the sale called a commission, Your goal is as a marketer will comprise of getting people to the product proprietor sales page, allowing for them to convert the prospect into a purchaser. The ...
Views: 781 - 3 Proven Techniques to Help Boost Self Confidence and Be Your Best - by Submitted on Feb 16, 2010 from Kate IrwinThousands of articles have addressed the topic of how to boost self confidence, but with the volumes of information currently available it can be difficult sorting the fact from the fiction. Self confidence is not something you can buy, but it is something that can be achieved with the right ...
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