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Ever have a question lead you into a new way of living? A few years into coaching teachers in San Diego, I smashed head first into a cast iron question. Ouch! Is everyone meant to teach - especially children? It interrupted my thoughts, took refuge in my dreams and generally made for a bitter ... Views:1213
Why Doubling Your Long-Term Memory Leads to Longevity
Did you know your brain is always using multi-senses, not just one,
for comprehension? When we are listening to anyone speaking to us
(giving a lecture, or movie dialogue), our brain is using a variety of senses,
not just our ears, to ... Views:1212
I often trick myself into thinking that I have a certain end result in mind but upon further examination, I notice that what I’m really committed to is something else.
Commited or TryingFor instance, in the past I’d tell myself that I wanted to create a certain amount of income per month. ... Views:1211
We all are leaders and followers in our personal and professional lives. Most importantly, we must lead ourselves because leadership starts with us. Our attitude, actions, and ability to grow and learn set us apart from ineffective leaders.
Exceptional leaders are led from within – they ... Views:1210
Leaders transform vision into reality by rallying their team around more than just a well articulated idea – by truly engaging them in the strategy to get there. Execution of the strategy is where most leaders and businesses fail because the variables that affect strategy are not static but ... Views:1209
Every day gives us a new start and the opportunity of a New You.
When you look back at yesterday, last month and last year, you might realize you did not accomplish all your goals, and you might make the decision to try harder. But wait, before you try harder and do more of the same, let me ... Views:1209
This line from the Declaration of Independence is one of the most powerful ever penned.
"Truth, real truth, can stand on its own. It needs no defense."
People have an innate ability to ferret out truth. Like cream on fresh milk, truth has a way of naturally coming to the top. If you give ... Views:1209
Franchisors and Franchisees:
there are many conversations, in person and online, that are attempting to determine responsibility and accountability for the success or failure of a franchise. There is now chatter about whether buying into a franchise is a great retirement plan or a prison ... Views:1207
2011 a fresh start, often time people start out by setting goals that they will never accomplish. You know what I’m talking about. The 100 day goals the one year goals, let’s face it if you are not able to get through the first 30 day’s chances are you will find it hard to get through the first ... Views:1206
"You know nothing about me. I was lost long before the [Berlin] Wall fell. I was once destined to become a man much like yourself: true-hearted; determined; full of purpose, but … character is easier kept than recovered. We cannot control the things that life does to us. They are done before you ... Views:1204
Developing strong leadership skills is a journey, not a destination. Deciding that you want to become a better leader is a good first step, but merely making the decision to improve your leadership skills will not make you the leader you hope to become. In order to make your desires a reality, ... Views:1203
Mastery is a beautiful thing when you witness it or experience it. If you learn to recognize and appreciate it, mastery may appear from anywhere. Mastery goes beyond competence; it is the combined force of expertise, focus, and inner power that exceeds normal expectations. For sports fans, ... Views:1202
Are you going to prepare yourself for an upcoming trip to an English speaking country? Do you want to learn English speaking skills on urgent basis? If you are in such a condition, then you don’t need to worry at all since there are a plethora of English language courses that can be taken in a ... Views:1199
There are times when you shouldn’t tell the truth.
I value honesty and integrity. You do too! Yet there are times when you shouldn’t “tell the truth”.
“Really?” you may ask.
Yes, really! Whether you’re an executive, entrepreneur, coach, consultant or other leader, don’t get caught in ... Views:1198
Just running a company is hard enough. But building, expanding and enhancing the company and executing a strategic plan toward achieving set targets is much harder.
Typically, a company experiences 5 stages of growth and development. Depending upon how the people at the helm handle these 5 ... Views:1197
Last week, I was listening to one of our pop culture icons/movie stars being interviewed on a talk show. The questioner reviewed the star’s laundry list of very successful films, paused and added, “and then there was __________ (the star’s only bomb).” The star winced a bit, agreed that it was a ... Views:1197
From Jim:
For the former, not really. For the latter, absolutely.
There is a profound difference between knowledge and insight. Knowledge is data that already exists so knowledge is an arrow pointing to the past. Insight opens the way to the future.
Someone had to discover, comprehend, ... Views:1196
'Tis the time of year to rethink your business model and upgrade. The easiest way to do this is to revisit (or create) your money funnel. Even if you’re a newbie, this is a great way to visually see where you want the money to funnel into your business.
And for goodness sake, put the fun in ... Views:1195
I talk to strangers all the time. Elevators, department stores, office buildings, Whole Foods and gas stations are some of my favorite places to engage people in conversation. I've actually met some really interesting people that way. I enjoy hearing people's "stories:" HOW they became WHO they ... Views:1192
Prior to deciding on my next career adventure, I experienced what many have, and I never imagined myself experiencing. That was, the five minute ‘we are making some organization changes’ discussion, from my manager.
Even as he said that, I was imagining a different job, a new role, maybe a ... Views:1192
Don’t you just love the holiday feasts? There are very few things I enjoy more than eating and drinking with reckless abandon over the holidays. When wine is freely flowing and the air is pregnant with temptation, it feels great to grab that extra scoop of cheesy potatoes. Or eat apple pie ... Views:1191
What does that word conjure up for you? Does it make you feel good? Or does it fill you with dread? Do you ‘worry about money’? not having enough – to pay bills, to pay for your children’s schooling, to have holidays, to have a bit left over at the end of the month to go out for a decent ... Views:1191
Sometimes what you know may be more dangerous than what you don’t know. You may mistake knowledge or experience as “truth”. There is only one truth about your business; what you believe will come true.
Let me show you how this works. Tika became distraught when her creativity seemed to ... Views:1190
When I want something, I immediately go into action to get what I want. I don’t do a bunch of research. I’m inspired and excited so I get my rear in gear.
This is not always the best way to be when choosing a new financial investment or choosing new strategies to build a business. I’ve been ... Views:1190
Being an effective leader means being able to positively influence others.
Here are some examples of behavior that has a positive impact on others:
* Being supportive
* Challenging others to be the best they can be
* Being other-oriented
* Inspiring others
* ... Views:1189
Why is it that when you need money the most, it seems the hardest to get your hands on it? The answer is because, most likely, you’ve got most of your attention on the fact that you don’t have enough money. It’s an instant log jam in the money-attraction process and it’ll make anyone a nervous ... Views:1188
On Friday evening I finished work and headed out of the City to my house in the country. It’s about a two hour drive. Along the way I thought about the week I had and the people I worked with and the changes they were making and the impact it was having on their life. I felt incredibly ... Views:1188
Over the years, I’ve had many clients who said, “I always get what I want, but it never seems easy.”
All struggle is birthed in your mind. You may think you just had bad luck or random acts of technical glitches, but it all comes down to what you believe. There is nothing that can’t be traced ... Views:1186
Most entrepreneurs think that laying out a plan of attack is what turns a business dream into a reality.
Nope.
You could be highly productive on a daily basis to put that plan in motion and may still not increase your profits. I’ve lived that scenario several years in a row. It’s very ... Views:1186
Oftentimes a great looking promotion comes along only because it satisfies a temporary need. Maybe they had to fire someone, for example, or the company is in the middle of reorganization. Once the position is filled and your company feels stable again they may start a more in-depth search for ... Views:1185
The modern dictionary defines success as: to gain wealth or fame. Early American leaders held a puritanical belief that success was a sign of God's favor. Ben Franklin wrote that "the pursuit of wealth was virtuous and would lead to success."
Andrew Carnegie believed in the pursuit of success ... Views:1185
Whose motto was Be Prepared? Who knew that this motto would be effective for the rest of my life. As a young girl, I was a part of the Girls Scout and that was our motto. These two simple yet powerful words have made an impact in all areas of my life. Being prepared is something that is ... Views:1184
According to a recent survey recently conducted by Tealeaf, a leading customer experience management company, one key element to surviving an economic downturn is excellent customer service. This is a huge opportunity for companies (like yours) willing to significantly improve their customer ... Views:1183
The only thing that is constant is change - We’ve all heard that saying at one time or another, and are very aware at how resistant we are to change. But an even more interesting question is: How much time do we spend on our reasons for the change, and getting resources to adapt and “power up” ... Views:1179
This is not a chant to use as a mantra for your team but a warning as to what will happen when seemingly innocent habits are allowed to remain in place as part of the team’s character.
DIE…
D…drama
I…insecurity
E…ego
Drama happens inside the team members when conflict ... Views:1179
Historians generally don't see eye to eye in terms of the origins of the card game of poker. Robert Frederick Foster, a renowned guru on card games and an author of several books on the subject, noted within a 1937 edition of Foster's Complete Hoyle (a comprehensive book on card games) that the ... Views:1178
Executive coaching is one of the hottest practices in business today! As resources and budgets shrink by the day, organizational leaders find themselves in new territory which can be overwhelming and uncomfortable to say the least. Managing change is a complex process requiring new attitudes, ... Views:1176
'Action may not always bring happiness, but there is no happiness without action.' Benjamin Disraeli.
I have developed 7 steps to enable you first to determine whether you are in crisis at work and then to give you a kick-start to taking the actions necessary to change the situation.
My ... Views:1174
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We’d all like to think that we are good at being rational and that we conduct our lives with deliberate awareness. And why wouldn’t we? That’s what the professional world rewards---conscious, well thought through, efficient, predictable results. If we can’t predict we can’t control. If we can’t ... Views:1173
I have been reading a great book by Chip Conley called Peak. Chip is one of the key players in a group of San Francisco based boutique hotels operating under the name Joie de Vivre Hospitality. The company’s name comes from a French term meaning a delight in being alive. Conley has tapped into ... Views:1172
I’m a coach, so my clients (executives, entrepreneurs, consultants, coaches, and other high performers) show up in my practice for all sorts of reasons. If I had to categorize them, I’d say most clients were looking for ways to “stay calm in chaos”. That’s what Sam was looking for when he picked ... Views:1172
How can you guarantee you get top results in your next high-stakes presentation? Learn the 5 lethal mistakes that will send your clients and prospects running from the room.
For years, professionals and subject matter experts have relied on their organizations for presentation skills ... Views:1170
Maybe you've had an experience with an executive recruiter, maybe not. Just like any other industry, there are good apples and bad apples...and some may say "rotten" apples. If you've had a bad experience or no experience, here are some common myths you may have heard.
•recruiters don't ... Views:1170
“I disliked working with those people so much that I don’t even know if I hate doing this for a living or it was just those people at THAT place.” - Anonymous
Unfortunately this quote or versions of this quote are not unique to any specific individual. Isn’t that sad? I have heard it on more ... Views:1170
Have you ever put off doing something that you knew would benefit your business because you felt the investment was too big?
If you want a profit breakthrough here’s a surefire way …
Invest time in learning, brainstorming, planning, and executing. Invest money in those things, ... Views:1168
We All Dare to Dream and I am an eternal dreamer who has never stopped dreaming That is what I think
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It was on National Day December 2nd 2010 Morning , a holiday, in dubai I was sitting with my wife and Daughter on the breakfast table having our breakfast. I was in my own world of ... Views:1167
Improving your personal effectiveness might be the best way to pay dividends in all areas of your life. There is a lot of focus on self-help and self-improvement, but less on how to make those improvements actually shine in your day to day life. By focusing on improving your personal ... Views:1167
Do you find yourself frequently falling behind in your tasks even though you work 12, 14, or even 16 hours a day? Do you find that at the end of the day, you still haven’t finished your to-do list? The truth is that learning how to manage your time can make or break your success as an executive. ... Views:1166
“Build it and they will come.”
What a crock! Total lie.
I built a lot of things in my business that didn’t result in customers running to buy, readers commenting on my blog or even fans “liking” my Facebook page.
Finally it dawned on me that I needed help getting the word out to my ... Views:1166