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- 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: 3335 - 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: 1253 - 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 ...
Views: 1310(1 vote) - The Psychology of Winning (from Inspirational Books - Part Two) - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: The Psychology of Winning (from Inspirational Books - Part Two) Key words: Motivation, Dennis Waitley, Self Help, Personal Growth, Success, Inspiration Web sites: www.lulu.com/craiglock and http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html#craig Craig's blog with thoughts and ...
Views: 1587 - : How to Set and Achieve Realistic and Effective Goals (Part One from 'Handbook to Survive Life'') - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: How to Set and Achieve Realistic and Effective Goals (Part One from 'Handbook to Survive Life'') Author: Craig Lock Web sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html#craig and www.lulu.com/craiglock Craig's blog with thoughts and extracts from various writings is ...
Views: 1110 - What are the Secrets of the Super-Achievers’ of this World? The “X-Factor” - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2011 from Craig LockArticle Title: What are the Secrets of the Super-Achievers’ of this World? The “X-Factor” Author Name: Craig Lock Category (key words): Success, Achievement, Phillip Baker, motivation, inspiration Web Sites: http://www.creativekiwis.com/books.html#craig and ...
Views: 2815(1 vote) - The Unique Layout of Our World - by Submitted on Jan 05, 2011 from Mina A.I walk out into my backyard. It is a sunny day and the wind is at rest. The flowers in my garden had started to dwindle. I knew it was time to start fresh. After I had raked the remaining roots, I took out my Mongolian seedlings. I dug into my Earth for the appropriate length. I then placed the ...
Views: 801 - The Magic of Thinking BIG (from Inspirational Books - Part Three) - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2011 from Craig LockTitle: The Magic of Thinking BIG (from Inspirational Books - Part Three) Submitted by Craig Lock Category (key words): Self Help, Personal Growth, Mind, Mind Power, David Schwartz, Success Skills, Empowerment, Positive Psychology, Inspirational Books. Web Sites: ...
Views: 1608 - Are You Making Progress? - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Hugh CulverIt turns out that the number one motivator of knowledge workers is not at all what their bosses think it is. In a multi-year study, completed by Teresa M. Amabile, Professor of Business Administration at Harvard Business School, managers put recognition at the top of the list of motivators. ...
Views: 1052(2 votes) - Understanding and Building Trust - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2010 from abishek SamuelIt’s rather easy to have easy, feel-good dialogues with others. Being able to have conversations about things that upset us and make us squirm are the ones that test our trust factor. What we seldom realize is being open to and having tough dialogues is a part of any meaningful relationship. ...
Views: 885(1 vote) - Losing Motivation In Your Online Business Why Not Start a PLR Blog - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Adell KneelandGetting stagnated and also not convinced what exactly to do next in your enterprise. Already been working a while and now you actually know what the word stagnation means. Negative part is, it pertains to you and your current situation. Well if your online business enterprise is becoming ...
Views: 1311(1 vote) - When I Think I Fall Asleep - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Darren BakerA few nights ago I dropped by a local restaurant to pick up some dinner to take home. While I waited patiently in the lobby for my food to finish being prepared, I noticed a sign on the wall. It said, When I work I work hard When I sit I sit loose When I think I fall asleep I ...
Views: 6073(1 vote) - Chuck Gallagher's new book - Second Chances - more than Business Ethics or White Collar Crime. - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Chuck GallagherSecond Chances shows you how to make better first choices. It is one of those rare books that effectively bridges the gap between personal accountability and business success. Read it. Heed it. Apply its lessons. Randy G. Pennington Author of Results Rule! Build a Culture that Blows the ...
Views: 1728 - From Prison to Promise - finding your way to a SECOND CHANCE - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Chuck GallagherToday I shipped a copy of my new book SECOND CHANCES to an inmate in prison. Seems that someone cared enough about this man to want to send him a Christmas present – the gift of potential – the gift of how to turn Adversity into Opportunity – the gift of how to change your life. As I ...
Views: 1576 - How to make Performance Appraisals Painless - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Heather BuckleyRegular Performance appraisals are essential for managing and evaluating employees. Reasons to conduct regular Performance Appraisals: 1) They help develop individuals 2) Improve organizational performance 5) Feed into business planning. Performance appraisals are often conducted ...
Views: 1607(1 vote) - Warning: Prosperity Conditions Ahead - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Laura WestYou crave prosperity in your business. You want the easy enrollments in your programs and workshops, the abundance of product sales, recognition of your expertise by receiving joint venture invitations, and you want the financial success that goes along with changing so many people’s ...
Views: 1109 - How to eat healthy: The Body Benevolence Diet - by Submitted on Dec 23, 2010 from Susan LiddyHOW you eat is just as important as WHAT you eat. And, when it comes to staying motivated to dieting or eating well, embracing a motivating mindset is the key to your success. When you think of food, odds are you think about what you are “supposed to eat” or what you “can’t eat” or how much ...
Views: 1234(1 vote) - Motivation in the Workplace - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from Randy MayesI 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: 1389 - What Does Your Customer Really Value? - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2010 from Mark HunterSell to the customer's value expectations, not to your value propositions. We've all heard the rule of listening to what the customer has to say, and there's not a salesperson who thinks they don't listen to the customer. Reality, however, is quite the opposite. I find time after time when ...
Views: 1104 - Learn how to motivate someone - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2010 from M.Farouk RadwanICE What came to your mind when you read the word ICE out loud? most probably different thoughts and things that are related to this word jumped into your mind quickly. Your mind is just like a large computer that has billions of folder, once you access a folder you can reach all the ...
Views: 1686 - Motivated to Change - by Submitted on Feb 03, 2011 from Julie DonleyYou talk about how you want something different in your life – a new house, a better relationship with your spouse (or to find a spouse), get out of debt, or lose weight – but nothing changes. You find that you spend (waste) a lot of time talking about it, but not doing anything about it. How ...
Views: 2222(2 votes) - Models and Actors don't play the blame game! - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2010 from Troy LeeAs an actor or model you will be dealing with many types of hiring clients such as Photographers, Casting Directors, Art Directors, Talent Agents, Talent Managers, Film Directors, Producers, Ad Agencies, and Networks etc. Many models and actors feel that one or all of the above is preventing ...
Views: 1030(1 vote) - Success Means Fulfilling Our Life Purpose (Previously: Measuring Our Personal Success) - by Submitted on Aug 01, 2011 from Randi FineWe all live in a material world and each of us has material needs and desires. I have to admit, I do enjoy having my physical comforts and a sprinkling of luxuries, though I wouldn’t call myself largely indulgent. I believe that in our fast-paced, money driven world many of us have forgotten ...
Views: 1679(1 vote) - Consider the Flea - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2010 from Donald Loyd,“. . . The flea when jumping accelerates 50 times faster than a space shuttle. Although fleas cannot fly, they can jump over seven inches high and thirteen inches long, that is about one hundred and fifty times its own length. Without its outer shell it would get smashed by the velocity of the ...
Views: 2791(1 vote) - Giving Recognition for Employee Achievement - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2010 from Debora McLaughlinAs a leader in your organization, you’re probably aware of how important recognizing achievement is when it comes to employee motivation and encouraging creative cooperation. So how can you create a specific strategy which will help you to recognize achievement on a consistent basis? How do you ...
Views: 1574(5 votes) - When You're Feeling Stuck.... - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2010 from Susan TomlinsonEver reached the limit of inspiration and action in your business and yet nothing seems to work? Well you are not alone. At some point many entrepreneurs feel stuck. Maybe you’ve tried every marketing technique in the book and still seen no increase in clients; or your business revenue is ...
Views: 778(1 vote) - Tapping Into the Source of Your Life - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2010 from Laura NashMy previous articles have discussed the Source of power in your life and the neutral role it plays in the universe, returning both the positive and negative energy you pour into it. Here are a few ideas you can incorporate into your life that will help you focus positive energy and tap into that ...
Views: 1456(1 vote) - Success and the Law of Attraction - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2010 from Rob ThompsonWe as humans are the creators of our own realities. If something is not going right for you financially you have the power to change that. It all starts with developing the understanding that you and you alone are in control of your future. Do not let past mistakes or other peoples limiting ...
Views: 783(3 votes) - How Does Your Attitude Impact Your Success in Business - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2010 from Diana SamalotIt is an unfortunate fact that as a result of the recent recession, many business owners have been thrown into a state of panic about the future of their business. Yes, it is sensible to make ourselves aware of any financial issues which may or will affect us directly, but by adopting a negative ...
Views: 1668 - Power in Vulnerability - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2010 from Michelle Randall"My Power Lies in My Vulnerability" may not be something we would think up as a campaign slogan for a political candidate. However, as increasing value is placed on collaborative leadership, it is a key factor differentiating outstanding leaders as they take on the challenge of actively ...
Views: 2423 - The Do-It-Yourself Holiday Miracle Kit - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2010 from Noelle NelsonSome assembly required, batteries not included. Tis the season of miracles! Whether your tradition includes the birth of a Christ child or not, the Holidays bring with them a cherished renewal of hope, peace and joy, all of which are miracles in this often challenging and troubled world. It ...
Views: 1261 - 3 Reasons Holiday Corporate Team Building Works - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2013 from Rob JacksonI love this time of year. I find that more team work is exhibited during the holiday season than any other time of the year. Everything from a family working together to put together a family holiday meal, to a corporate work team having a holiday party, or groups of people helping out with ...
Views: 1647(1 vote) - Your Positive Thoughts and Actions of Influence – The Key Factors - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2010 from Paul BrooksIf you are seeking self improvement and a higher level of living, you may be able to learn and benefit from the content in this article. Let me begin by prefacing that the fact what you are about to read and learn is based on my personal beliefs and my personal experiences. Your positive ...
Views: 1590 - Young Man Says, "Hire Me!" - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2010 from Andre MilteerMy name is Clarence, O.; I am 18 years old. My objective is to become successful in business, my career, life and work. I would love to work for your company. My attributes include that of being a very honest and trustworthy person. Respect for All Persons is of great importance to me. ...
Views: 1300(4 votes) - Learn How to Be Meek from the Meekest Person Ever Lived - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2010 from Dr. Shirley Cheng, Blind Author with VisionDo you give to everyone what you owe? Do you give respect to whom respect is due and honor to whom honor? (Romans 13:7, WEB) When we rise from our seats to greet a newcomer, help an elderly person across the street, care for our parents when they are in need, and abide by the laws of our ...
Views: 6693 - Thanks Are Dangerous - by Submitted on Dec 13, 2010 from Michelle RandallGet ready for the onslaught of articles and parables about being grateful for things that really aren’t that great. Yesterday my 7 year old admonished me to be thankful to have a job. Of course, I don’t. I have my own company because I got fed up with making other people rich and the abuse ...
Views: 1325 - Appreciating that Special Someone - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2010 from Michelle RandallJust like any parent of a young child, these days I’m training my daughter to appreciate others and their acts of kindness by saying “Thank you”. We’re all trained to be sincerely grateful for good luck, blessings and gifts from people and the universe. Yet, oddly enough, we rarely get into the ...
Views: 1265 - Keep On Going - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2010 from Jessica McGregor JohnsonKeep on Going. Ok, so we’ve all heard the phrase “when the going gets tough, the tough get going!” or maybe “when life gives you lemons make lemonade!” Or even “don’t worry when the rug gets pulled from under your feet – learn to dance on a shifting carpet!” What a collection of ...
Views: 1283 - All Top Entrepreneurs Have It – Passion - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2010 from TJ PhilpottLooking at the top entrepreneurs in any field will show one common quality to which they can attribute their successes. In most every case their business success is a direct by-product for the passion they possess. No where is this more true than with internet entrepreneurs being that in most ...
Views: 818 - Who Cares About Work - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2010 from Julie CohenWho Cares about Work-Life Balance? By Julie Cohen, PCC While preparing for a speaking engagement for a group of senior executives, I was briefly distracted by a worrying thought: what if this audience of high-achieving, hard-working, successful leaders doesn’t care about work-life balance? ...
Views: 1353 - How to choose your way of achieving goals to be both happy and successful? - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2010 from Nil CelenWe all use different motivations to reach our goals. *Some of us always compete with our selves and some compete with others. *Some of us put milestones related to ourselves and others prefer mile stone directly linked to others. *Some of us think success means happiness, others think ...
Views: 1690(1 vote) - Passport to Success - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from Pullikattil SimonDo you want to succeed in life? Do you want to be mediocre or do you want to be the top? When your children write your epitaph, do you want them to say “Here lies the greatest of them all.?” If so, read on. What I am going to share with you is partly from my experience and partly from ...
Views: 1756 - Secret To Success – The 7 Life Domains You Must Understand - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2010 from Aleks SrbinoskiWhat is the secret to success? There are so many people talking about how to become successful, but there is a problem. They are telling you how to become successful based on what they believe success means. For you to be truly successful, you must first define what success means to you. So ...
Views: 5454 - Secret Keys To Success - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2010 from Aleks SrbinoskiThe secret key to success is failure! It's sounds, strange, it sounds counterintuitive but it is the secret to success. Ask yourself how many times have you failed in your life? I'm sure the answer is more than you care to remember. Then think of someone you admire, a role-model who you ...
Views: 1608 - One in a Million or One of Millions - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2010 from Brad HessBranding oneself can be the most significant strategy to break out of the pack of others who market similar products and services. No matter how unique your product or services might be there is probably someone out there who produces a similar product or service. What you must do is help your ...
Views: 1191(2 votes) - Newtons Law of Inertia - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2010 from Brad HessNewton’s law states that: “An object in motion tends to stay in motion, unless acted upon by an outside force.” It also states that: “An object at rest tends to stay at rest, unless acted upon by an outside force.” Ok great we all learned this in fourth grade science, why am I discussing it now? ...
Views: 1482(2 votes) - How Stress Factors into Motivation - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2010 from TJ PhilpottStress factors into our motivation more times than we may realize and in this way it can actually provides a positive in our lives. The common perception, and rightfully so, is that mental stress is bad for our health and in fact is viewed by some medical practitioners as an illness that can ...
Views: 974 - The Word of your Life - Your Human Identity - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2011 from Jack VorsterFrom the moment we are born we start a process of communication between ourselves and those around us. Inherent in all of us is a need for attention and to impress others. How well we do it determines our rewards in life. For this reason it is vital that we develop the image we would like to ...
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