Creative Success Depends on Long View
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Start Your Day With A Winning Image!
We’re not all ‘morning people’…surprised?
No, not everyone bounces out of bed ready and raring to go with a smile on their face and in a terrific mood. ‘Morning people’ can’t seem to do it any other way – and I must confess, [...]
Career Success Advice From The Sequester
Well here we are in the Sequester.
No matter what your political position on this, one thing with which most people agree is that our leaders haven’t done such a great job leading. Positional bargaining is the culprit here. To over simplify, [...]
Lead With Optimism
Say no to pessimism.
“No pessimist ever discovered the secrets of the stars, or sailed to an uncharted land, or opened a new heaven to the human spirit.” –Helen Keller
Optimism is a crucial attitude to develop as a leader. When [...]
Developing Black Belt Employees
Long ago I developed a theory about engagement.
It is based on my own experience operating small businesses – and teaching martial arts. What I found was that most people fall into 3 major categories:
Movers: These guys are your top 20%. [...]
Heart, Beauty And True Confidence: The Blame Game
Passing the buck.
Sometimes we allow others to make us feel completely responsible for the problems in our businesses, friendships, or personal life affairs. The burden of guilt envelops us robbing us of the stamina we need to continue on.
Then [...]
It’s All About Attitude
To be unstoppable.
“Nothing can stop the man with the right mental attitude from achieving his goal; nothing on earth can help the man with the wrong mental attitude.” Thomas Jefferson
Many times in life the difference between failure and [...]
Nurture Your Network Before You Need It
I had dinner with an old friend the other evening.
He head recently gone through a pretty tough time. His company was downsizing and he lost his job. This was on December 20. He landed a new job by the end of January. He didn’t settle [...]
Success The Write Way
There are as many pathways to success as there are people who dream of a better life, a better world.
Success is a personal statement that one writes for his or her own life. Only you can write your success statement, why not begin viewing [...]
Exploring Is An Elite Form Of Education
Should I stay or should I go?
Some of us love to stay in our comfort zone. We spend most of our lives living in one home, close to family members, enjoying the familiarity of things. We are happy and the life we choose fits us perfectly.
Others out [...]
3 Types of Relationships
Did you ever notice how some couples or co-workers seem to be in sync?
There’s very little friction. There are few disagreements? And there’s almost no tension? Yet, other relationships are laden with drama? Well, I was thinking about [...]
Under The Waterline
Keep your life above the waterline.
How are you doing with your family relationships? Your work relationships? What about your friends? Have you ever messed up a relationship, or lost a relationship because you didn’t speak your truth?
We [...]
Heart, Beauty And True Confidence: Success In 2013
Success In 2013.
The pens are out and the fresh tablets are ready. We are chugging away at our plans determined to make 2013 the most successful year of them all. Visionary boards are going up. Brainstorming sessions are in full bloom. We are [...]
Shoulda, Coulda, Woulda: How To Make A Decision You Won’t Regret!
Wouldn’t it be nice if you could always approach big decisions head on and feel no regret, regardless of the outcome?
As Yogi Berra famously said; “when you approach a fork in the road, take it”. But seriously, why are decisions often [...]
Self Esteem And Career Success
February is National Self Esteem month.
It’s a good time to reflect a bit on how confident you are. Your self-esteem and confidence are directly related to how optimistic you are.
Tweet 42 in my book Success Tweets says it well. “Choose [...]
The Power Of Branding!
What is branding?
When you hear the word branding; what does it mean to you and why is it such a valuable component to building a successful business and make a difference in our society?
We are living through challenging times and the impact [...]
Public Speaking Power
How did you learn to speak so well?
This is the question I get asked most after I finish a presentation. My answer is with power. Power is a verb. I gained public speaking power after I became a charter member of the Dawn-Breakers Toastmasters [...]
Answer The Door, Opportunity Is Knocking
Opportunity.
“Some say opportunity knocks only once, that is not true. Opportunity knocks all the time, but you have to be ready for it. If the chance comes, you must have the equipment to take advantage of it.” Louis L’Amour
As I [...]
The Art Of Music!
Where would we be without music?
Our connection to music paints a picture in our mind bridging us to a moment we choose to remember with fondness, love and nostalgia.
There are so many facets to music and the style of music; classical, opera, [...]
Want To Sell More? Stop Being A Wimp! Be A Black Belt!
Some years ago I attended a sales seminar for martial arts professionals.
The presenter was introduced as one of America’s top car sales reps- and they made it a point to tell us he was not a Black Belt. He looks us in the eyes, hands on [...]
Presentation Lessons From The GOP Response To The State Of The Union
Did you watch the State of the Union address and the Republican response the other night?
I watched for two reasons: 1) to hear what each side had to say, and 2) to observe the presentation skills of President Obama and Senator Rubio. Because [...]
What Is Love?
Love is sometimes used to explain pleasure.
“I love chocolate chip cookies.” Or to express an intention, “I’d love to have this or that.” To measure how much we care for someone. Or in some of the songs we hear: “I’m hooked on [...]
Does Every New Relationship Feel Like Déjà Vu? How To Break That Pattern
We, as humans, are creatures of habit.
But while patterns and rituals are typically helpful in maximizing brain space, certain patterns in our relationships don’t usually serve us. For example, finding yourself in the “same relationship” [...]
3 Ways To Radiate Confidence
Hold your head high.
Look into the eyes of the person you are talking to. Radiate confidence, you are strong enough to be bold. Bold confidence allows you to feel wonderfully lively, radiant and vibrant. Because when you radiate confidence, [...]
If It Wasn’t For…
Who do you blame?
“In the long run, we shape our lives, and we shape ourselves. The process never ends until we die. And the choices we make are ultimately our own responsibility.” Eleanor Roosevelt
That promotion should have been mine. [...]
The Power Of Persistence
So I’m driving up Interstate 4 from Tampa to Orlando listening to the rock and roll station.
One song ends and the disc jockey says something like, “The next song is from a performer who, back in 1967, auditioned to replace Steve Winwood [...]
Dressing For Success: Did You Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions?
As we are moving past the New Year, many of us look back to where we have been, where we are now, and where we want to be in the future.
Actually, this is a good personal reflective practice for everyone. Many of us focus upon money, a relationship [...]
Carpe Diem!
Yes, Seize the Day! These are the most important words you will ever embrace in your life!
I was watching Diahann Carroll on TV the other day. This amazing woman is 77 and could easily pass for 40 – have you seen her on the TV show White [...]
Project Planning Meltdown?
How much planning do you need to do to complete your creative project?
You might say a lot or very little. One of my jobs as a coach is to help my clients learn to ask the right questions. The correct answer is to plan well enough to get your [...]
If You Are Single This Valentine’s Day, Defiantly Celebrate It!
At this time of year, the media couldn’t be busier reminding you to enhance your relationship, celebrate your romantic life and establish more intimacy as a tribute to Valentine’s Day.
There are endless deals for romantic dinners and getaways, [...]
Success And Happiness
How to be a successful author.
Write something a publisher thinks everyone wants to read. Get that publisher to take over and do the rest. Sit back and enjoy the royalties.
How to be a successful writer.
Write what’s in your head. Write [...]
A Final Bit of Career Success Advice From the Super Bowl
The Super Bowl happened over a week ago – and what a weird one it was.
The Ravens were way ahead and looked like they were going to run away with it.
Then the power went out in the stadium. It took about 35 minutes to get it back on and [...]
How To Make The Right Mistake
Have you ever made a mistake?
Do you regret some mistake you’ve made? Of course. If you are breathing and not in denial, regardless of how long you have lived you have made mistakes and assuredly you have regrets about some of them.
Mistakes [...]
Creative Power Tools
I just got an email from a vender selling fantastic new tools.
The kind I really like, handheld and powerful. I really got excited and wanted to hit the buy now button. Without thinking much about exactly which project I needed them for, in [...]
The Success Of Failure
The moment I decided it was “ok” to fail, I knew I was onto something.
I had matured well beyond my years that moment-the moment that I saw THE SUCCESS OF FAILURE.
I define success as going from one perceived disappointment, setback, or [...]
Things I Learned Never To Assume
Never assume others will care just as much as you do.
Each person has their own priorities. Others are simply too busy to care about anything else besides surviving from one day to another.
Never assume others have good intentions.
There are [...]
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