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This is the reality. I'm telling you this because the faster you understand that it is a real business, the faster you ... Views: 1400
Have you ever compared yourself to another woman? How many times have you compared yourself to another woman lately? 1? 2? 10? 100 times a day? As women we do this in all areas of our lives; how many times have you told yourself: "look at how skinny she is, she has a lot of money, she is more ... Views: 950
Most of us live in the illusion that we do not have a purpose that we are just here to live our lives quietly in hiding and not participate in the expansion of humanity. Is it out of humility or out of fear? As a young girl I often starred at the sky and remembered asking God why I was on earth? ... Views: 1179
Nothing is more annoying to me than showing up to a networking event only to have people spend all of there time puffing themselves up and trying to sell you something on the spot. That kind of 'networking' doesn't work for me, and I bet it doesn't work for you. Are you ready for the first ... Views: 883
“Enthusiasm is the yeast that makes your hopes shine to the stars. Enthusiasm is the sparkle in your eyes, the swing in your gait: The grip of your hand, the irresistible surge of will and energy to execute your ideas. : Henry Ford. Last week, I visited my mom in a rehab nursing facility. ... Views: 2857
“You have to set goals that are almost out of reach. If you set a goal that is attainable without much work or thought, you are stuck with something below your true talent and potential.” Steve Garvey. At a recent Redwood Sisterhood breakfast, I challenged the ladies to set an outrageous 90 ... Views: 1347
“Testimonials represent the most powerful, productive and profitable promotional strategy I have ever encountered. Stop looking for a magic bullet recipe that will attract clients or advance your career. "Instead, hone your craft, develop your expertise or build your skills to such an extent ... Views: 1865
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***Fail Fabulously - by Patty Sadallah, the Official Guide to Conflict Resolution
“Failures are finger posts on the road to achievement.” C. S. Lewis. Did you make any mistakes today? Who doesn’t? We are imperfect people living in an imperfect world. Do you realize that failure is really only failure if you don’t learn something from it? With the right mindset, you can ... Views: 2263
“This life is yours. Take the power to choose what you want to do and do it well. Take the power to love what you want in life and love it honestly. Take the power to walk in the forest and be a part of nature. Take the power to control your own life. No one else can do it for you. Take the ... Views: 1461
"Humility is the quality that will enable you and others to enjoy your success." Charlie Tremendous Jones. I know this person that loves to boast. I'm sure you know someone like her too. She's always bragging about how much money she has or the car that she drives. She'll tell you how ... Views: 1533
“Keep your dreams alive. Understand to achieve anything requires faith and belief in yourself, vision, hard work, determination, and dedication. Remember all things are possible for those who believe.” Gail Devers. I have been wrestling with this post for weeks. I’m not really sure why, but ... Views: 1332
"A good leader inspires others with confidence in him; a great leader inspires them with confidence in themselves." Unknown. Have you ever seen someone else's greatness, but they just can't see it themselves?
My mom was a well known and respected real estate broker and business owner a few ... Views: 1266
“Dream lofty dreams, and as you dream, so shall you become. Your Vision is the promise of what you shall one day be. Your Ideal (vision) is the prophecy of what you shall at last unveil.” -James Allen . We had a cool vision exercise as the final intervention of my masters program. Our ... Views: 1820
Nothing is more embarrassing for a speaker than to be plagued with a voice that quivers, shakes, or skips an octave when standing at the lectern or the head of the conference table. It is a problem for many people and can easily be eliminated by taking control of your nervousness and speaking ... Views: 3392
From the time that we are born, we are taught to DO things! Every time we accomplish something we are rewarded, which gives us such accomplishment that we choose to pursue more opportunities to DO things so that we can be rewarded again! Education and work is also designed to further entrench ... Views: 1755
Some people seem to have all the luck, don't they? We all know someone who is well connected and constantly has advance knowledge of the best opportunities before everyone else does. She's the one who finds the latest designer clothing at bargain basement prices, discovers the new vacation spot ... Views: 2140
This clip from the movie Akeela and the Bee where Dr. Larabee asks Akeela to read a poem on his wall about our deepest fear captures the essence of what holds most of us back. I love Akeela’s answer to the question, what she shouldn’t be afraid of…” Me”.
Here is the poem by Marianne ... Views: 1685
In this adorable clip from the animated film Surfs Up, a variety of penguins answer the question; what is a winner? Did you notice that the answers were a reflection on each one’s own personal lens of experience? For some to be a winner is to be a good sport or having fun. For others, it was ... Views: 1672
I am often amazed at how many financial books neglect to focus on the critical issue of how to get financially organized.
So many of us are desperately seeking the one quick-fix step that will turn our financial lives around (like investing in the right stock) that we neglect to take ... Views: 1965
“I’m afraid that sometimes you’ll play lonely games too. Games you can’t win ’cause you’ll play against you.” — Dr. Seuss. Have you ever enthusiastically shared your dream with someone only to be met with rolling eyes, a discouraging comment, or even a laugh? It hurts when someone shoots ... Views: 1304
You may not realize it, but all of us allow metaphors to powerfully affect our thoughts and feelings. If we aren't careful, a negative metaphor will get a stronghold and really take us down. A positive one can catapult us forward.
Negative metaphors lead to negative thoughts that lead to ... Views: 2788
In these economic times, people are looking for ways to build their online presence using inexpensive methods. With some free internet promotion sites, you can save a bundle and use your savings to create other aspects of your business...creating products or services.
While you shouldn't ... Views: 1556
As the author of “You Go Girl: A Woman’s Guide on How to THRIVE Around Difficult People,” business communications expert, women’s business coach and award-winning international presenter who speaks to many groups of women in business, I’m very VERY often asked questions surrounding how to DEAL ... Views: 1905
Have you reached the point where you know you have more to offer your clients? You have reached a certain level of competence and want more for yourself? Are you are ready to do whatever it takes to make that happen?
Well, then you are in a great place to jumpstart your practice. There comes ... Views: 1161
Senator: "I'll treat you like a lady, so act like one."
Congresswoman: "I am a lady."
This bizarre exchange between a male United States Senator and a Congresswoman was recently played out on the public stage during a debate broadcast via radio.
But what was really going on here? In my ... Views: 1686
A few days ago, our family made a trip to the local bank here in our community so that our children could open their first savings account. The piggy banks were overflowing with money due to various visits from the tooth fairy, as well as rewards for all of their good deeds around the house. ... Views: 980
It's tangible, it's solid, it's beautiful. It's artistic, from my standpoint, and I just love real estate.- Every day, you'll have opportunities to take chances and to work outside your safety net. Sure, it's a lot easier to stay in your comfort zone.. in my case, business suits and real ... Views: 1986
First impressions always count. Especially in a work environment. Bosses often gauge whether or not you can do the job by the way you look. By the way you carry yourself. How many promotions have gone to people who are average in terms of competency but who look impressive? How many brilliant ... Views: 3881
There seems to be a consistent theme running about. Entrepreneurs especially women are lacking the support from those closest to them. Being told to “Get a Real Job”or “Stop Playing at Business” “Who do YOU think You Are?” or even worse the silent treatment. I am wondering at this point what ... Views: 1183
I recently attended a conference for women business owners and ran into a woman I had not seen for some time. She looked a little unhappy when I approached her. I asked her if everything was going well and she shared with me that she had just lost a big client. In fact, this big client was ... Views: 1263
Can you believe it? This year is already half over. Wasn’t I just in Chicago, at my daughter’s graduation? Now summer is almost here. We all feel it. Time moves so quickly, we become absorbed in the routine of our busy lives, and some things fall through the cracks. Do you remember what your ... Views: 1206
In my years of being a business coach and supporting women entrepreneurs in creating financial success in their lives I’ve noticed that women entrepreneurs tend to make the following 3 financial mistakes:
1. Maintaining the Status Quo
The first mistake is ... Views: 1765
Imagine standing out from the crowd when you speak. Is it possible? Everyone has a better voice inside of them; unfortunately, most people are unaware of it.
What is a better voice? One that vibrates in your chest when you speak and grabs your listeners’ attention with its warmth and ... Views: 3481
A common assumption that I had always made in my business in the past was thinking that in order to make more money and achieve my desired income goal I simply needed to focus on taking “the right actions.”
Because of this way of thinking I was constantly asking myself, “What do I need to ... Views: 2008
If you speak in a monotone, there is only word to describe it: boring. That is not a very comforting thought if you care about the image you are projecting. A delivery without emotion or life means a message that will not be received. Your listeners may grasp the first of your thoughts; but, ... Views: 3333
In our fast-paced and hectic world, the ability to be understood the first time you say it is imperative for your success. There is never enough time to accomplish what we need to do. Wasting both your time as well as that of your listeners is neither efficient nor profitable. To constantly ... Views: 3332
Many years ago I listened to the audio book, “Fish Tales.” This is an incredible story about John Yokoyama, the owner of the Seattle Pikes Place fish market and how he took it from a struggling work place, where staff fights and employee walk-outs were the norm to the ... Views: 1592
There is no doubt that when I write about volume, I talk more about the soft-spoken voice because lack of volume is much more common than too much. Those who are too loud, however, are just as difficult for the listener as the former. A loud voice is hard on your listeners’ ears. There is ... Views: 11997
Do you know the difference between diaphragmatic breathing and what you are doing right now? The chances are good that you are a shallow or lazy breather because the majority of the population breathes in this manner. What do I mean by shallow or lazy breathing? Using the upper chest for ... Views: 2027
The first time I heard myself on a recording was many years ago when I was in college. I had a small portable Sony tape recorder and I was with my friends when we recorded ourselves. I was horrified when I heard my own speaking voice.
What is fascinating about that experience is that ... Views: 2975
Unless you live along the Boston-Washington corridor, chances are good that you if you have a problem with volume it is probably that you speak with too little of it. We, in the Northeast region of America, tend to use too much of it – we drive fast, we talk fast, and we are loud.
Volume ... Views: 3349
Some people can yell or talk non-stop all day and never experience hoarseness or sore throats; others cannot. Your voice is as individual to you as are your fingerprints: no two are alike. They may be similar but not exact. In that sense, your vocal apparatus is also unique.
For 60 years, ... Views: 3290
Through the years, I have been amazed at how many people are totally unaware that they have a richer, warmer, resonant, and even sexier speaking voice inside. Most people believe that the voice they are using out of habit is something they cannot change. Nothing could be further from the truth. ... Views: 12015
Have you ever stood at the lectern or were sitting for an interview and when you opened your mouth to speak, the sound emanating from your lips was much higher in pitch than you expected, wanted, or appreciated? While the raising of the pitch of the voice is common when nervous, it is also ... Views: 2798
Yes, your education is important; yes, your experience is important; and, most definitely, your attitude is important in landing a job in today’s questionable job market. Have you ever taken into consideration, what your presentation skills are saying about you however?
You may look ... Views: 2264
Most people in business today are eager to learn and improve their business skills. They read articles; they listen to webinars; and, they attend bootcamps in the hopes of securing a better future for themselves.
Your competition is fierce. Other candidates are just as hungry for the job ... Views: 2522
“Many of life’s failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.” Thomas Alva Edison. My father-in-law had a dream. He talked about this dream a lot. He would go back in his mind remembering when the dream was still alive. He would tell of how ... Views: 1226
"We can help a person to be himself by our own willingness to steep ourselves temporarily in his world, in his private feelings and experiences. By our affirmation of the person as he is, we give him support and strength to take the next step in his own growth." Clark Moustakas . I struggled ... Views: 1353
"We must give more in order to get more. It is the generous giving of ourselves that produces the generous harvest." Orison Swett Marden. Giving of yourself not only benefits others, it benefits you. Not only do you feel good because you have helped others, but you have deposited something in ... Views: 1251