Wednesday, November 30, 2011
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The following statement is the #1 regret of people at the end of their life: "I wish I’d had the courage to live a life true to myself, not the life others expected of me". Therefore, be who you are, and who you want to be. Free yourself from the prison of others expectations so that you may live the life of your dreams. The quality of your life depends on it. Remember, YOU MATTER!
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
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There is a simple formula, that when applied in your life, will allow you to experience more happiness: Be truly grateful for your life, do what makes you happy, and stop doing what makes you unhappy. Try this approach for just one day; give it everything you’ve got, and see for yourself what happens.
Monday, November 28, 2011
Article: The Power Of Praise In Your Prosperity
Business owners who are solidly focused on moving their company to ever higher levels of profitability are constantly on the lookout for ways to improve their business model. To achieve this requires a discerning awareness regarding what is - and is not - working in the daily operations of the business. However, there is a potential trap here.
If, as the business owner, you are so focused on what is “wrong” in your current business model that you fail to see all that is actually being achieved and accomplished, and how far the business has progressed over time, you will squash the moral of your team members with a lack of praise and a preponderance of criticism.
While this approach may get you some short–term results that you are looking for, over time team members will come to feel less and less excited about being a part of what you are trying to do with the business. This, in turn, will limit the upside potential of the business itself, and therefore, the prosperity that you are working so hard to create.
On the other hand, when you offer constructive praise and recognition to your valued team members - while also working to continually enhance how the company operates – you will reap your greatest rewards. Why? Because when people feel good - even great - about the positive steps they are making and the work they are doing, they are encouraged to stay the course. Just consider how great it feels to you when you receive an award or are honored for your own hard work!
The majority of all human beings thrive on praise and recognition. To understand this more clearly, consider two very different situations involving a child. When a child is praised for a job well done they light up and get excited. This is widely apparent in their body language. When this happens repeatedly, they grow more self-confident over time, take on challenges with greater initiative and passion, and they become more adept at whatever it is they are doing. In other words, they are motivated in a positive way to learn, grow and become more.
Conversely, when a child truly gives their best and is met with criticism in the form of what they did wrong and what they should have done better, they are left feeling defeated, inadequate and not good enough. If you have ever been a part of a situation like this you know how devastating this experience this is. Again, defeat is written all over their face. Commonly, this leads to a lasting and lifelong reality of negative self-perception, diminished self-confidence, resentment and lack of drive or determination.
It is imperative to understand that this desire for praise and recognition does not change simply because we grow older. The desire to feel good about ourselves and the efforts we put forth does not leave us as we move into the world of work. As a business owner it is wise to get a firm hold on this understanding, and to make changes in your perspective so that you will come to offer the praise and recognition that your team members yearn for - and need - to continue advancing.
When the team members in any business are supported in constructive ways, both in a job well-done and in those areas that are in the process of improvement, they will perform at higher levels simply because they feel valued. When you give others what they want, they are more likely to give you what you want, and everyone is happier.
Once I teach business owners how to lead from a position of composure and with a balanced perspective, they work with their team in new, dynamic and powerful ways.
This in turn, allows them to build the empowered team that produces the very prosperity they are looking to achieve. In your unending pursuit of success and a finely tuned business, don’t forget to “grease the wheels” that make your success possible with well-deserved praise and earned recognition.
If, as the business owner, you are so focused on what is “wrong” in your current business model that you fail to see all that is actually being achieved and accomplished, and how far the business has progressed over time, you will squash the moral of your team members with a lack of praise and a preponderance of criticism.
While this approach may get you some short–term results that you are looking for, over time team members will come to feel less and less excited about being a part of what you are trying to do with the business. This, in turn, will limit the upside potential of the business itself, and therefore, the prosperity that you are working so hard to create.
On the other hand, when you offer constructive praise and recognition to your valued team members - while also working to continually enhance how the company operates – you will reap your greatest rewards. Why? Because when people feel good - even great - about the positive steps they are making and the work they are doing, they are encouraged to stay the course. Just consider how great it feels to you when you receive an award or are honored for your own hard work!
The majority of all human beings thrive on praise and recognition. To understand this more clearly, consider two very different situations involving a child. When a child is praised for a job well done they light up and get excited. This is widely apparent in their body language. When this happens repeatedly, they grow more self-confident over time, take on challenges with greater initiative and passion, and they become more adept at whatever it is they are doing. In other words, they are motivated in a positive way to learn, grow and become more.
Conversely, when a child truly gives their best and is met with criticism in the form of what they did wrong and what they should have done better, they are left feeling defeated, inadequate and not good enough. If you have ever been a part of a situation like this you know how devastating this experience this is. Again, defeat is written all over their face. Commonly, this leads to a lasting and lifelong reality of negative self-perception, diminished self-confidence, resentment and lack of drive or determination.
It is imperative to understand that this desire for praise and recognition does not change simply because we grow older. The desire to feel good about ourselves and the efforts we put forth does not leave us as we move into the world of work. As a business owner it is wise to get a firm hold on this understanding, and to make changes in your perspective so that you will come to offer the praise and recognition that your team members yearn for - and need - to continue advancing.
When the team members in any business are supported in constructive ways, both in a job well-done and in those areas that are in the process of improvement, they will perform at higher levels simply because they feel valued. When you give others what they want, they are more likely to give you what you want, and everyone is happier.
Once I teach business owners how to lead from a position of composure and with a balanced perspective, they work with their team in new, dynamic and powerful ways.
This in turn, allows them to build the empowered team that produces the very prosperity they are looking to achieve. In your unending pursuit of success and a finely tuned business, don’t forget to “grease the wheels” that make your success possible with well-deserved praise and earned recognition.
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Grateful or taking life for granted. Optimistic or pessimistic. Happy or unhappy. It's a choice we make each day, and your choice determines the quality of the life you are living. Make choices that allow you to live your greatest life.
Tuesday, November 22, 2011
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Look upon yourself and your life with gratitude, and let joy flow forth from your heart and mind. The wonderful gift of life is yours!
Monday, November 21, 2011
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With deadlines, commitments, family, friends and everything else that goes on in life we can easily find ourselves in a pressure cooker. This often leads to frustration, poor communications, misunderstandings, more pressure and unpleasant feelings. As you feel this pressure, step back, take a deep breath, drop any assumptions, and communicate to create understanding, work for mutually beneficial solutions, and go forward as a more empowered you.
Friday, November 18, 2011
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Stay aware.
Learn from your experiences.
Remember, you matter.
Honor your truth and needs.
Be who you are, and take the path that leads you to the happiness and success you desire.
Learn from your experiences.
Remember, you matter.
Honor your truth and needs.
Be who you are, and take the path that leads you to the happiness and success you desire.
Thursday, November 17, 2011
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Move through your day with eyes wide open, and ears that listen intently. Fill your mind with constructive thoughts, let your heart overflow with gratitude, and be open to what can be, so that your life will reach its greatest expression in this day.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Tuesday, November 15, 2011
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Use every challenge you face as a stepping stone to victory in your life. Learn, grow and become more than you were before the challenge presented itself.
Friday, November 11, 2011
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So much to be grateful for ... the eyes to see this amazing world, the home that shelters, the people who love and support, the opportunities before us, the very breath that fills our lungs and the heart that beats in our chest. Turn your awareness to the splendid gift of your life, recognize the preciousness and sheer magnitude of it, and allow joy to fill your heart and mind. Soak up your wonderful life.
Thursday, November 10, 2011
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True love is unending. This may be hard to see in the midst of challenging moments with those closest to you, but it is still there, merely obscured by the hurt feelings taken on in the situation at hand. Remember, above all else, that you do love this person so that you may see through the fog of your hurt to the truth that lies in your heart.
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
Article: Where Are You Headed In Your Business?
Leading a company can be over-whelming with all that this typically entails, particularly if the daily operations require your constant attention. It’s easy to become lost, to fall into the daily routine and repeat it over and over again, and to stop moving in a forward direction. A strong foundation of personal clarity and consistent self-direction allows you to create the happiness and success you desire.
There are some fundamental steps to take in choosing your course:
Personal Clarity
The place to start in finding your direction in business is to discover what you want in life. This may seem daunting at first, but I assure you it is easier than you think, and quite necessary. My clients are consistently amazed at how empowering it is to become self-aware. At the moment you create personal clarity, your direction in life and business will begin to unfold before you.
Creating Goals
After gaining clarity about what you want, it is wise to create specific goals that will move you in your chosen direction. Often times, we believe that our goals must be complex and large. The truth is that the simpler and smaller goals are, the more likely you are to actually achieve and accomplish them. It is also important to not overwhelm yourself with too many goals. Start with 3-5 simple goals and, as you accomplish one, add another. Getting to where you ultimately want to be is a process, not a quantum leap – change takes consistent effort and time.
Action Steps
Within each established goal will be specific action steps – “micro” goals – that, when realized, will add up to the completion of the primary goal. When you break each goal down into its smaller pieces, the necessary steps to achieving your desired results will be revealed to you. As you complete each critical step, you will feel energized and precious momentum will be created. My clients find great rewards when approaching their goals in manner.
Commitment and Self-direction
Ultimately, the completion of any goal - and the realization of your personal and professional dreams - rests on your shoulders. Your unwavering commitment to what you want to achieve will be a determining factor in your success. I work with my clients to develop a strong level of commitment, as well as their ability to self-direct. Once these are firmly in place, their ability to coach themselves to greater happiness and success takes hold. This process of developing commitment and the ability to self-direct is, to say the least, empowering and a required asset of any successful life and business.
Perseverance and Follow-through
With the personal clarity, goals and action the steps necessary to accomplish your goals in place, and a self-directed commitment to what you want to achieve, there are only two things left to do: Persevere through the internal and external challenges you will face, so that you will follow- through on your well-devised plan. Business owners often create plans of action that are designed to move them towards what they want, but then become lost in their own plan. When they begin to face challenges that overwhelm them, they give up without ever having truly started.
This is where a qualified professional coach comes into play. Even when you set yourself up with a plan, your coach will help you see it more clearly by tightening up goals, creating more effective action steps, developing your commitment and ability to self-direct, and effectively guiding you through the challenges you will face to ensure that you follow through to completion. ALL GREAT TEAMS consist of skilled players and a talented coach that work toward achieving winning results.
Accomplishment
The feeling of accomplishment is outstanding! Consider a time in your life when you were successful in achieving a goal that was important to you. Remember it clearly, and notice your delight at being successful. Also, notice how accomplishment of that particular goal propelled you forward in life and/or business. The great news is that you can enjoy this experience more consistently in your life.
Lack of personal clarity, indecision and mediocrity are disastrous to your greater happiness and success. Break out of where you currently are in your business and create a grander vision. Now, put that vision in motion. Start by seeking out the professional coaching you need and then, stay the course until you arrive on the shores of your dreams.
There are some fundamental steps to take in choosing your course:
Personal Clarity
The place to start in finding your direction in business is to discover what you want in life. This may seem daunting at first, but I assure you it is easier than you think, and quite necessary. My clients are consistently amazed at how empowering it is to become self-aware. At the moment you create personal clarity, your direction in life and business will begin to unfold before you.
Creating Goals
After gaining clarity about what you want, it is wise to create specific goals that will move you in your chosen direction. Often times, we believe that our goals must be complex and large. The truth is that the simpler and smaller goals are, the more likely you are to actually achieve and accomplish them. It is also important to not overwhelm yourself with too many goals. Start with 3-5 simple goals and, as you accomplish one, add another. Getting to where you ultimately want to be is a process, not a quantum leap – change takes consistent effort and time.
Action Steps
Within each established goal will be specific action steps – “micro” goals – that, when realized, will add up to the completion of the primary goal. When you break each goal down into its smaller pieces, the necessary steps to achieving your desired results will be revealed to you. As you complete each critical step, you will feel energized and precious momentum will be created. My clients find great rewards when approaching their goals in manner.
Commitment and Self-direction
Ultimately, the completion of any goal - and the realization of your personal and professional dreams - rests on your shoulders. Your unwavering commitment to what you want to achieve will be a determining factor in your success. I work with my clients to develop a strong level of commitment, as well as their ability to self-direct. Once these are firmly in place, their ability to coach themselves to greater happiness and success takes hold. This process of developing commitment and the ability to self-direct is, to say the least, empowering and a required asset of any successful life and business.
Perseverance and Follow-through
With the personal clarity, goals and action the steps necessary to accomplish your goals in place, and a self-directed commitment to what you want to achieve, there are only two things left to do: Persevere through the internal and external challenges you will face, so that you will follow- through on your well-devised plan. Business owners often create plans of action that are designed to move them towards what they want, but then become lost in their own plan. When they begin to face challenges that overwhelm them, they give up without ever having truly started.
This is where a qualified professional coach comes into play. Even when you set yourself up with a plan, your coach will help you see it more clearly by tightening up goals, creating more effective action steps, developing your commitment and ability to self-direct, and effectively guiding you through the challenges you will face to ensure that you follow through to completion. ALL GREAT TEAMS consist of skilled players and a talented coach that work toward achieving winning results.
Accomplishment
The feeling of accomplishment is outstanding! Consider a time in your life when you were successful in achieving a goal that was important to you. Remember it clearly, and notice your delight at being successful. Also, notice how accomplishment of that particular goal propelled you forward in life and/or business. The great news is that you can enjoy this experience more consistently in your life.
Lack of personal clarity, indecision and mediocrity are disastrous to your greater happiness and success. Break out of where you currently are in your business and create a grander vision. Now, put that vision in motion. Start by seeking out the professional coaching you need and then, stay the course until you arrive on the shores of your dreams.
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When things change, and new doors open in our lives we have the tendency to try and hold onto what is, simply because we don't know what will be. However, there is a flow to life, and futilely trying to hold on to what is changing only serves to limit what can be in your life. Move with change, embrace your evolving life and experience the richness therein.
Tuesday, November 8, 2011
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A deeper, more profound and lasting happiness is available to you in any moment that you consciously exercise your will to catch, and stop, your negative thoughts, actions and words. The moment you chose to be the conscious creator of your life you will experience personal empowerment, greater happiness and more success. Stack moments like these on top of one another throughout your day, and lasting happiness will be yours.
Monday, November 7, 2011
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Allow opportunities to flow into your life. You never know what gifts the next person or moment holds for you, until you embrace them. Open yourself to the amazing life that awaits you.
Friday, November 4, 2011
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The Eagle soars high above the ground to get a greater perspective - to see more of its world. Rise above the moments in your life to gain perspective, see more of what is available to you, and make choices that enhance life.
Thursday, November 3, 2011
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Each of us is capable of far more than we currently believe. Once we shift our focus away from "what we can't do", turning it toward "what we can do", our greater life begins to unfold before us. Believe in you!
Wednesday, November 2, 2011
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Each of us has a burning passion that awaits our decision to express it in this lifetime. Whatever yours is, go for it with all that you are! Release your passion into this world, touch others with your gift, have a positive impact in your life and the lives of others, and feel the joy of realizing your greater self.
Tuesday, November 1, 2011
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Within our desire to be accepted, liked and loved, it is easy to get lost in the opinions and judgments of the world. If we are constantly seeking the approval of others, are we not sacrificing our authenticity and happiness in this pursuit? Seek your own acceptance, like who you are, love yourself completely and you will never be lost again. Discover, embrace and enjoy you.
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