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- Why do the Good Ones Quit and Leave and the Poor Ones Quit and Stay? - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Brian DalzellWhy do the Good Ones Quit and Leave & The Poor Ones Quit and Stay? Part I The Top Three Reasons are! Reason Number Three; They feel under valued and neglected, and in fact they usually are. They often make less money than longer term employees and contribute much more. Managers are busy ...
Views: 2710(2 votes) - 8 Simple Ways to Reduce Stress - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2010 from Rita Bigel-Casher8 Simple Ways to Control Stress! Simple modifications in posture, habits, thought, and behavior often go a long way toward reducing feelings of stress and tension. Here are 8 quick and simple things you can do immediately to help keep your stress level under control. 1. Control Your ...
Views: 2697(3 votes) - ***Quantum Leap Thinking - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2008 from Robin KSince biblical times, the power of possibility thinking has been documented by innumerable authors. And, over the last century, authors and motivational speakers such as Napoleon Hill, Earl Nightingale, Zig Ziglar, Dr. Robert Schuller, Brian Tracy, Anthony Robbins, Dr. Wayne Dyer and many more ...
Views: 2684 - My Top 10 Reasons Why Meditation Rocks! - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2010 from Brodie WhitneyTwo months ago now, I sent out an email to all you awesome peeps on my mailing list with a commitment. After years of ignoring a call of my heart & continually going back and forth in my mind with ‘should’ after ‘should’, but never really diving in, I finally felt ready to take the plunge on ...
Views: 2670(3 votes) - How to Conquer Test Anxiety - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2010 from Benjamin MossMany people suffer with test anxiety and its range of consequences. Some consequences are physical such as: rapid heart rate, shortness of breadth, and profuse perspiration. Some are emotional such as feeling ashamed, embarrassed, terrified and panicky. And some are substantial like failing a ...
Views: 2668(1 vote) - The Effects of Procrastination and Action Steps to Make the Most out of Your Time - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2010 from Sonia GallagherProcrastination is a very common habit among professionals and business owners. It affects them on a daily basis and can create a huge amount of unnecessary stress. 3 Most Common Effects of Procrastination: 1. Lowered morale. Knowing that a job is still incomplete or is unfinished can ...
Views: 2661 - SUCCESS TRICK THAT WILL MAKE YOU A MILLIONAIRE - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from Joy AkinloluI know you will be wondering what this success tricks is. Infact when you see it later you may also respond just like every other person I have ever shared with. At first, disbelif later a life change. Now let me kick it out with this question. Who is responsible for all the problems, the ...
Views: 2660 - ***A Hidden Benefit to Having Written Goals - by Submitted on Oct 04, 2012 from L. Andrew MorganWith each new day we find that the world has changed a little; on some days it’s changed a lot. Often that change creates uncertainty; a subtle discomfort that comes from not knowing what’s going to happen next. During times like these the greatest confidence builder available to you is ...
Views: 2657(4 votes) - Clear your mind - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from Michelle AinslieIt's so incredibly easy to become overwhelmed by everything that we have to get done in any given day. Apart from our work itself, we are bombarded with emails, phone calls and smses that demand our attention. It's as if we have to juggle 10 plates at the same time and when we get the phone ...
Views: 2643(5 votes) - How to Gain Clarity on Your Core Desires - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2010 from Jack ZufeltCore Desires can free you from staying mired in deep ruts and routines. A Matter of Life and Death Craig Newton is fifty-four years old and has been overweight most of his adult life. For the past ten years he has often fluctuated between 75 and 130 pounds above the recommended weight for ...
Views: 2640 - Simple Steps to Personal Effectiveness - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2010 from Willie HortonWe would all like to be more effective – to get the really important stuff done effortlessly, to simply do the things that we don’t like doing or want to do without any distraction, to get much more done to the very best of our ability in far less time and have plenty more time to do all the ...
Views: 2638(1 vote) - ***Speed Reading Tactics: Are You a Half-Brained Reader? - by Submitted on Sep 10, 2010 from Ed CaldwellHave you ever wondered what happens in your brain when you read? When you understand how different parts of your brain become activated doing different types of mental tasks, then you can take control of your ability to read better and faster. On the other hand, by not understanding some simple ...
Views: 2632(2 votes) - 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: 2629 - Are You Using The Success Attitude Formula? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2010 from Jack ZufeltThe Success Attitude formula makes achieving your Core Desires simple. We all use this formula to reach our objectives, whether we know it or not. It has been an integral part of my own achievement experience. The Success Attitude formula shows you how to unlock and open the door of ...
Views: 2621 - The 15 Differences Between Those Who Struggle And Those Who Succeed - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2015 from Brian KrallI have noticed over time that there are distinct differences in the mindset and my entire set of lifestyle practices (be it in business, socializing, or conducting my personal affairs such as learning or just living) that I had at times which were characterized by either struggle or success, and ...
Views: 2619(1 vote) - 5 Ways to Overcome a Negative Attitude - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2010 from TJ PhilpottCarrying around a negative attitude is like carrying around a gorilla on your back. Not only are you less attractive to others but your attitude also makes everything you do much more difficult. It feels like you are carrying the weight of the world on your shoulders (actually it is just a ...
Views: 2600(1 vote) - Synergy: How Are You Helping Create It? - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2010 from Paul BurgessYou can’t always get what you want, but if you try sometime… While you might agree that partnering and teaming achieves more and better outcomes than your own two hands alone, how often do you go beyond just accepting that working with others is simply a reality of business life and consciously ...
Views: 2598(2 votes) - Misleading Mind-Sets, and Powerful Heart-Sets - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2010 from Jack ZufeltMind-sets can be accurate from a rational point of view but still be wrong. For example, a management professor at Yale University once responded to a student's proposal of a reliable overnight service that it was a "concept that is interesting and well informed, but in order to earn better than ...
Views: 2596 - The Unlimited Power Within - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2010 from Jack ZufeltAn unlimited power to create lies within you. When you act on your Core Desires, the outcome is often far grander than you might imagine. "Outcomes are often not what I expect," said Wally, "and yet I always find myself feeling completely satisfied with the way things work out. When you have ...
Views: 2592 - How to Cultivate Social Relationships - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2010 from Jack ZufeltTo achieve a high level of joy and happiness in life, we must be socially involved with people. This involves getting along well with others, having friends and companions, and offering help to those who need it. We are all part of a social environment, and our social environment provides us ...
Views: 2590(1 vote) - The Value of True Friendships - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2010 from Jack ZufeltEveryone wants, and needs, friends-especially close friends. You can never say that you truly just want to be left alone, that you don't want or need to have any close friends. It's a Core Desire for human beings to interact with others-to like and be liked, to love and be loved. Close friends ...
Views: 2589 - Does the Color of Your Website Influence Your Marketability? - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2009 from Charlene RashkowIt is a proven fact that physical changes take place when individuals are exposed to certain colors. Because colors have the power to stimulate, excite, or even depress, specific color combinations can possibly work to your advantage or to your detriment. Basically, colors on the red side are ...
Views: 2587(2 votes) - Flexing Your Fiscal Muscle - by Submitted on Aug 03, 2010 from Jack ZufeltWalt Disney went bankrupt several times, yet he always bounced back-and created Disneyland in the process. Steve L. was the proud and profitable owner of a gold mine in another country. He was sitting on top of the world when the government nationalized his business, taking over his mine and ...
Views: 2587 - Terri Marie’s Clean Brain Washing Technique - by Submitted on Jan 19, 2010 from Terri MarieWhen you wash your brain, you don’t do it with water. You do it with thoughts and emotions. The more powerful and “clean” the thoughts, the cleaner your brain. I believe it is necessary to clean our brains just as we do our clothes and our homes. Without a sparkling brain, but a dusty old one, ...
Views: 2577(2 votes) - Stop Trying to Be Normal - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2010 from Michael BeckStop trying to be normal. It undermines your success and keeps you in a state of mediocrity. It's an interesting phenomenon. This idea of being "normal" starts to take hold in high school. There begins to form this desire to "fit in" - to be part of a group. Or at least, not be singled ...
Views: 2573(5 votes) - Benefits Of Building A Strong Aerobic Base - by Submitted on Aug 14, 2008 from Henry TanThis article is suitable for ex-athletes who have not trained regularly for a period of time, and would like to go back to competitive training. Lets begin with a simple definition of aerobic and anaerobic exercise. Aerobic exercise refers to exercises that involves or improves intake of ...
Views: 2572 - Are you a Stream or a Twisted Garden Hose? Keep the energy flowing between you and your audience - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2010 from Sandra Dee RobinsonThere’s the old saying: “It is better to give than to receive,” but really, that’s only the half of it, right? “Giving is better than receiving because giving starts the receiving process,” said Jim Rohn. Deepak Chopra, in The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success, refers to the Law of Giving: ...
Views: 2565(2 votes) - Helpful Tips For Training New Staff Members - by Submitted on Aug 21, 2009 from Sharon MikrutProviding appropriate initial and ongoing training for new staff members is essential, not only in terms of preparing individuals for their new position, but also in retaining them for a longer period of time. Trained staff members are more knowledgeable and possess a diverse array of skills, ...
Views: 2554(2 votes) - The Five Principles of Performance - by Submitted on Apr 02, 2012 from Zig ZiglarMuch of success is about performance. It’s about what we do and what we are able to inspire others to do. There are some simple performance principles I have learned in my life, and I want to share them with you. They really bring success, and what it takes to be successful, into sharp focus. ...
Views: 2554(1 vote) - ***St. Louis Cardinals vs. Texas Rangers Math And Psychology Identify The Winner - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2011 from Dr. Jay GranatWhile media experts are predicting low television ratings, this year’s World Series could be a very interesting game for avid baseball fans. Tony La Russa is a very clever manager and he may continue to implement some innovative strategies with his pitching staff. If he does, this could make ...
Views: 2542 - Sales Prospecting Techniques - How to Use Google So You Never Need to Cold Call - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Peter O'DonoghueIs there an alternative to cold calling in sales prospecting? There is and it's good old Google! Ah, Google! Possibly the greatest invention of the 20th Century. What did we ever do without it? I know what I did without it because I was selling before it existed. I can remember spending a whole ...
Views: 2538 - "Say 'YES' to your Potential" (a book by Skip Ross) - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: "Say 'YES' to your Potential" (a book by Skip Ross) Submitted by: Craig Lock Category (key words): Success, success principles, motivation, empowerment, mind, mind power, life purpose, spiritual, spiritual gifts, inspiration, Skip Ross Web Sites: ...
Views: 2534(2 votes) - Improving Your Team's Performance -- 4 Tips on Rebalancing Responsibility - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2010 from Mark BuchanThink of this expression for one moment: “you should take more responsibility for your work!” If you are like me, this may be an expression that you have used in the past to express your frustration at the paltry efforts of your subordinates, employees or teammates. But let’s think about it for ...
Views: 2523(3 votes) - The Co-Creative Muse - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2012 from Barry HammerI find that the best kind of creative inspiration, in any field of endeavor, comes from communing deeply with other life presences, in heartfelt, open-minded, empathic attunement with them. The more deeply we invest our heart, mind, and senses, in communion with other life presences, ...
Views: 2520 - Interviewing Kevin Abdulrahman on A Winning Mind - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2009 from Kevin AbdulrahmanWhat inspired you to write your motivational books? I want to make a positive difference in the lives of people by unlocking their true potential. My vision is to inspire people to attain a winning mind. Over the years I always pondered what separated the successful lucky few from the masses? ...
Views: 2512 - An everyday habit that ruins careers - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2012 from Karen DegenProcrastination isn’t just a bad habit; it’s an affliction ruining the lives of nearly 1 million New Zealanders. Research has found that one person in five suffers so badly from the problem that their careers are threatened. At its best procrastination is time wasting and at its worst it’s a ...
Views: 2511 - ***Multidimensional Living - by Submitted on May 15, 2009 from Eleanor Haspel-PortnerYou are driven constantly to live an integrated multidimensional life that aligns all parts of yourself: mental, spiritual, emotional, and physical. These different components of yourself develop gradually over an important six-month period beginning three months before your birth and continuing ...
Views: 2507 - How To Achieve More Than You Ever Thought Possible By Creating SMART Goals! - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2009 from Thomas AndersonLet’s talk about goals! Better yet, let’s DO SOMETHING about your goals, because that is the single biggest difference between actually setting a goal and simply saying some words in hopes that someday you’ll have what you want. In order for a goal to take hold and become real, you must ...
Views: 2505(5 votes) - The Science of Human Technology: The Creation of the Super Human - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2010 from Vickie JimenezRecently, science has progressed in the area of human technology. More has been learned about the brain and its potential in the last couple of decades than in the last century. With this progress in human science, an explosion of possibilities has arisen. Simple technological advances that will ...
Views: 2505(2 votes) - Connecting With Others - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2010 from Jack ZufeltMaking connections with others is not only vital to your growth, it largely determines how much you can-and will- enjoy your life. If you don't have caring, giving relationships with others, not only are you being robbed of one of life's greatest pleasures, but you're also robbing others of the ...
Views: 2487 - How to Take Proper Action - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2010 from Jack ZufeltThe Success Attitude formula makes achieving your Core Desires simple. The Success Attitude formula shows you how to unlock and open the door of opportunity. Success Attitude = (Core Desires + Direction) X Proper Action + Persistence Without proper action, you can't obtain your Core ...
Views: 2482(2 votes) - Cold Calling Is Dead - Manage Google Alerts to Provide Warm Prospects - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Peter O'DonoghueOne of the greatest advances in sales prospecting techniques is the ability to use Google alerts to track prospects, customers and sales trigger events. If you set up a few of these alerts the amount of data gathered can begin to get overwhelming but don't fret there are easy ways to manage all ...
Views: 2457 - Do you believe? - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2010 from Jo-Anne CutlerEvery child has a dream of what they want to be when they want to grow up. Maybe it’s one that seems very attainable to us or one that far exceeds what we could possibly imagine for them in their lifetime! The youngster who dreams of being an astronaut touching down on Mars – the young ...
Views: 2452 - The Key To Brain Power And Enhancing Your Performance - by Submitted on May 08, 2011 from Anna AparicioDo you find it hard to focus or concentrate on the task at hand? Do you ever get brain fog, can’t think clearly or retain information? Do you tend to over analyze things or get mood swings for no apparent reason? A lot of my clients do. Housewives, students, successful business people, ...
Views: 2442(1 vote) - Overcoming Barriers and Obstacles - by Submitted on Jul 24, 2010 from Jack ZufeltThere will always be barriers and obstacles between where you are right now and where you want to be. If your desire is fairly strong, you will definitely get started on it. You will probably spend a lot of money and time on it, too. You may even get most of the way there. However, the day you ...
Views: 2415 - Are You Limiting Your Thinking - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2010 from Jack ZufeltThe more interesting and enlightening you are, the more people will welcome you into their lives and the more opportunity will abound. Learning is not limited to going to school or getting a degree. It's surprising that many people stop feeding their minds after a certain point. For some, ...
Views: 2412(1 vote) - Peak Performers Manage Their Strengths and Weaknesses, Part One: Our Weaknesses - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2011 from Chuck GallozziMany are painfully aware of weaknesses that hold them back. Yet, surprisingly, they are unaware of their many strengths. Focusing on our weaknesses while ignoring our strengths can be a source of discouragement and failure. And glorifying our strengths while ignoring our weaknesses can be ...
Views: 2408 - Enhancing Your Self-Image - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2010 from Jack ZufeltSuccess is an inside job. Even if your body and mind are ready, willing, and able to learn and do whatever is necessary to get the job done, a negative self-image may stop you. Although we create many outward images of ourselves-so we can interact with or impress others and sell our ideas or ...
Views: 2402 - Flexibility Is Key To Personal Effectiveness - by Submitted on Jan 25, 2011 from Rick CarterPersonal effectiveness is often measured by the ability to perform consistently and achieve goals. But following a path blindly or fixating on a goal when that goal is no longer meaningful or attainable is counter-productive and may be destructive. To maximize your effectiveness, you have to ...
Views: 2400 - ***Adolescents with AD/HD and/or Learning Disabilities: Preparing for High Stakes Tests such as SAT and ACT - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2009 from Geraldine MarkelFor most teenagers, the mere thought of spending three hours on a Saturday morning answering multiple choice and essay questions is anxiety provoking. Students with AD/HD and/or learning disabilities feel even more anxious: • “With all that pressure, I just can’t think. I need larger print and ...
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