Life Is Great! - Coaching That Ignites Your Greatness

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2012-02-09T07:01:00.001-08:00

When you worry, and constantly think about what's wrong and what you don't want, you are actually infusing these very things with life, simply because you are giving them so much of your time and attention. The most powerful approach to ridding your life of what you don't want, is to turn your attention toward what you do want. Direct your mind to think only about what you want so that you bring these things to life - so that what you want becomes real.

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2012-02-08T05:34:00.000-08:00

Self-confidence is a characteristic you develop over time, and through your experiences. Every time you set out to accomplish something, even the littlest of things, and follow it through to completion, you grow more confident - you learn to believe in yourself a bit more. Face your challenges with a strong commitment to find your way through them, and once you are on the other side of the experience acknowledge that you did it. Use your victories in life to build self-confidence.

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2012-02-07T05:32:00.000-08:00

Every time you choose to catch and stop a negative thought, action, word or feeling, and turn it into a positive one, you become happier. Being negative or positive is a choice that you get to make at all times – you get to choose. Embrace your personal power, and make choices that increase your happiness.

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2012-02-06T05:55:00.000-08:00

Sitting in my office this morning watching a young Mule Deer eating the petals from the rose bush, while snow gently falls from the sky… I am so happy that I woke this morning and am again blessed with another day. Oh, the joy for having the eyes that allowed me to watch this beautiful creature live another day in his life. Content and grateful I am. It is in the little things that life’s magic is revealed.

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2012-02-03T06:18:00.001-08:00

No matter what happened yesterday - no matter the missteps you and others have made - today is brand new. Start fresh! Erase from your heart and mind any missteps by learning from them, and putting that knowledge to work in your life through wiser choices. You are free to truly live when you are not tied down to the past.

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2012-02-02T05:46:00.000-08:00

Believe in your ability to create the life that you want.
Always do your best, never looking back with regret.
Smile more often than not.
Enjoy your life as much as you can in each and every moment.
Live!

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2012-02-01T07:04:00.000-08:00

You make a multitude of choices every day. Some improve you, while others lead to your decline. Make choices that strengthen you, and do not make choices that weaken you. Each time you do this, you grow stronger and happier - you become a person that you respect and are proud of, and your life grows more brilliant.

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2012-01-31T05:46:00.000-08:00

Focusing on what you don’t want leads to getting more of the same, and to unhappiness. When you focus on what you do want, two powerful things happen. First, you will be happier, simply because you are actually giving your time and attention to things that make you happy. Secondly, you will start getting what you want, because your thoughts and actions will be aligned with your desires. Focus on what you want, and let the rest go.

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2012-01-30T05:38:00.000-08:00

Perfection is extremely illusive – it rarely, if ever, happens. And, when the pursuit of perfection is combined with an attachment to specific outcomes it’s often punishing to everyone involved. Rather than playing a game you can't win, aim for excellence instead. Do the best you can given the circumstances - shoot for what can be over what has to be, and what will be may surprise you.

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2012-01-27T05:50:00.000-08:00

Every challenge provides you with the wonderful opportunity to learn, grow and become your greater self, as long as you use them for this purpose. Rather than taking yourself down in the face of challenges, build yourself up by working through them.

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2012-01-26T07:27:00.000-08:00

You've probably heard the saying, "We hurt the ones we love the most". It is common for people to modify their behavior at work and in public so as not to offend, to not appear mean and to not get fired. However, family members are often taken for granted, and this can lead to treating them poorly as frustrations are taken out on them. The truth of the matter is that you can be fired from your family as well, and at the very least, damage the relationships. I suggest a basic rule of thumb: work to be grateful for all the people in your life, and treat them as you want to be treated - "Do unto others as you would have them do unto you".

Article: Instilling Confidence In Your Customer Base

2012-01-26T05:37:00.000-08:00

The quality of the customer service your business provides is absolutely essential to the growth of your operations. If your desire is to retain and grow your customer base, do so by instilling confidence in them through exceptional customer service experiences.

Just this week I had an experience that clearly illustrates paltry customer service. I returned to a local men’s store to pick up two sport coats that had been fitted, and to exchange a pair of dress shoes that were the wrong size. I went in with receipts in-hand, excited to receive my items and conclude my business with them.

As I walked in the store, it was apparent that the manager who “greeted” me had quickly sized me up, and concluded from my casual dress that I did not represent much value to him. His enthusiasm was nonexistent, and it was obvious he did not care about me.

I explained to him why I was there, and he returned with my sport coats. The attached tags indicated that a fee for tailoring still needed to be paid, and he let me know this with an accusatory tone. After showing him my receipts - which proved prepayment for the service - he offered no apology for his negative attitude toward me. As he continued looking through the receipts, two of them fell to the floor. He made no attempt to pick them up, and when I did, he did not move aside to make room for me, nor did he apologize for dropping them.

I was instructed to try on the jackets for fit while he retrieved the correct sized shoes. While the jackets had been altered correctly, they were covered in loose threads, chalk marks and lint. When he returned, I asked if it was their store policy to return items to customers in this condition. Without thought or concern, he simply took them from me and said he would have them cleaned up.

I tried on the new shoes he brought out and they were too small. Only then did he indicate that they were a half size smaller than what I’d requested. I was then informed that the correct size would have to be special ordered, and that due to an inventory restriction, I would not have them for another 10-14 days. He told me all of this without concern for what my needs were. I agreed to have them ordered and, as he took my jackets away for cleaning, I looked at the shoes on display … sitting there was the size I had asked for.

Upon his return, with jackets that were barely cleaned or attended to, I shared with him my discovery and asked to take the shoes I had found. At this point, two things were clear: I was the one who had done all the work to find a solution to the situation we were dealing with, not he; and, little care had been taken to really do a good job at cleaning my coats. Due to the exceptionally low quality of customer service I had received, I simply wanted to finish my business and leave.

At the checkout counter, he provided me with his business card and - “in consideration for my inconvenience” – offered a 20% discount on my next purchase of a full-priced suit. On the surface this seemed like a caring offer, but in reality it was merely an appeasing gesture. Their sale prices are already a significantly better deal than this, and I was not interested in suits, something he hadn’t bothered to ask.

The up-side to my experience is that, when I contacted the corporate customer service division, I was treated with the utmost regard. They thanked me for notifying them of my experience, assured me that this situation would be addressed with the manager, and provided me with compensation to correct my negative experience. They communicated that I was a valued customer and worked toward a meaningful resolution. The company’s genuine interest and care for me renewed my confidence in them, and therefore, I am likely to do business with them again.

The lesson here is to never give a customer reason to doubt you. Paltry customer service that leaves the patron of any business feeling unimportant and devalued will hurt your company in more ways than you can imagine. Conversely, when your customer service comes from the grateful hearts and caring minds of you, and your entire team, the benefits to your business are tremendous.

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2012-01-25T06:01:00.000-08:00

We all want to be heard, yet we often do not extend this same kindness. Truly listening to others increases the likelihood that they will return the favor, and this two-way listening creates mutual respect and rapport - an environment where both parties feel heard, valued and appreciated. With this in place, more is shared, there is greater understanding, and this allows assumptions and judgments to fall away. Learn to empty your mind while listening to others, absorb all they are sharing with you, and deepen your relationships by giving people the gift of your undivided attention.

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2012-01-24T05:57:00.000-08:00

There is no doubt that we encounter challenging moments in life, however, seeing these as “problems” is a creation of the human mind. As you learn to perceive everything that happens in your life as a gift, simply because you are alive to meet it and because there is something you can learn from it, life becomes simpler and more enjoyable. Embrace everything in your life as something that is happening for you, and not to you, and you will eliminate problems from your life.

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2012-01-23T07:43:00.001-08:00

Free yourself to be who you want to be now, by releasing yourself from the bonds of who you have always been. As you become aware of any belief and its corresponding behaviors that limit you and your life, you position yourself to be able to make a change. And when you do, you will discover the joy of being who you are, and living a life that aligns with what you value.

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2012-01-20T06:21:00.000-08:00

Find every reason to be happy, and you will become happier than you thought possible.

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2012-01-19T06:37:00.000-08:00

Time goes so very quickly. If you want to make a change, experience something new, realize a dream or improve yourself and your life, now is the time. Your happiness and success await your action; they are available to you as soon as you move toward them. Take one step each day toward whatever you want, and before you know it you will have accomplished your goals.

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2012-01-18T06:56:00.000-08:00

There are many things that could interrupt the flow of your day if you let them. Sometimes a river runs steady and smooth, and at other times, fast and furious, but a river never stops flowing. So it is with you. Make the best of the circumstances at hand as you move through your day, removing the logjams where they appear and continuing on in the direction of the kind of day you want to have.

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2012-01-17T06:48:00.000-08:00

The greatest part of any day is waking up because it means that you have another day of life. What you do with your day is up to you. What you make of your gift of life is in your hands, as you alone will determine the quality of your day. Use your gift of life wisely; make the most of it so that you will find the joy in life, and be a joy to others.

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2012-01-16T07:54:00.000-08:00

As you consciously move out of your yesterdays and into the present moment, you will give yourself the opportunity to make each day all it can be. Allow a new day to dawn in your heart and mind, and you will find that this day is far greater than you ever imagined.

Article: Freeing Yourself From The Burden Of Clutter

2012-01-16T07:14:00.000-08:00

Sixty eight percent of the population does not have effective organizational skills. How about you? Is your desk and office a mess? Could your filing system use a solid reorganization? Are important projects, tasks, and follow-ups with customers and suppliers falling through the cracks? Do you feel the weight of your disorganization, and do you avoid the clutter because you don’t know where to start given the size of the undertaking?

Being organized not only feels better, it also allows you to be more efficient and effective in the running of your business. You have tasks and goals that are vital to the continued growth and development of your company, and if you are not able to stay on top of things the quality of your operations definitely leaves something to be desired.

In addition, your external reality is typically a reflection of your internal reality – a cluttered and disorganized work space can often be due to a cluttered and disorganized mind. As you bring order to your work, your mind will become clear and organized, which will position you to operate more effectively in all areas of your business.

Another reason to bring organization and efficiency to your work space is to provide a powerful example for your team to follow. You see, maintaining an organized work space requires self-accountability and consistent action, and modeling this will help to instill this same trait in your team members which will absolutely improve the quality of your operations. Your leadership will grow stronger in their eyes.

Now that you’re more keenly aware of your current clutter and disorganization, you might be asking, “Where do I start?”

• Clear out: I suggest you begin with your desk, the place where most of your work is done. Set aside dedicated time to simply go through everything on your desk. Immediately throw away all that is not needed.

• Categorize: With the important things that remain, create one pile for what is “not in progress” and a second pile for what is currently “in progress”.

• File: The next step is to file away those things in the first pile, that are not in progress, and that do not need to be in front of you for top of mind awareness. This gets them off of your desk and in a place where they are easy to access.

• Organize: With the second pile, create files or folders for all that is still in progress and place these in front of you for top of mind awareness, preferably in a standing file holder on your desk. It is wise to create a system for these particular files that allows for ease of access and visibility, and that helps you to stay on top of them.

• Stay the course: The last step is to stay on top of your desk space daily so that it does not get on top of you ever again.

Once you have successfully accomplished the process of cleaning up and organizing your desk, you are now ready to take on the rest of your office. Follow the same process outlined above for all of your file cabinets, shelves, drawers and closets. Each time you make more headway with your clutter and disorganization your burden is lightened. This feels great and it works, which further inspires you to keep the new habit going.

In over seven years of coaching business owners, not a single one has ever regretted bringing greater organization to their own workspace. They repeatedly recount to me how much better they feel, that they don’t avoid their office anymore, how projects and tasks are completed in a timely manner and how they feel on top of things as they have become more efficient and effective on a daily basis.

As you move into 2012, position yourself for greater happiness and success by bringing organization to your office and making it a place you enjoy. It is an empowering experience to take control of your own space, and the more empowered you are as a business owner, the stronger and smoother your operations will be.

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2012-01-13T06:18:00.000-08:00

When communicating with others, remember that they value their perspective and what they are saying as much as you value yours. When you don't discount others, they have the tendency to not discount you, and this leads to the mutual respect and rapport that is so necessary to effective communication and solid relationships.

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2012-01-12T06:52:00.000-08:00

There is no doubt that you can let almost everything that occurs in your day irritate and frustrate you, however, choosing to do so only leads to feeling miserable. Therefore, is this the wisest choice you can make? Instead, welcome all occurrences in your life; be grateful that you are still alive to meet them, and use the incredible power of your own mind to overcome the challenges you face in your day so that you will create victory and not defeat.

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2012-01-11T05:26:00.000-08:00

Communication with a significant other can be touchy, especially when hurts and resentments from the past are brought up. A key component to successful discussions – one’s that create a positive outcome - is to leave the past where it belongs, in the past. A new reality in close relationships belongs to those who speak of the present, and who work constructively with each other for an improved future.

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2012-01-10T05:42:00.000-08:00

The opinions and actions of others do not define you, unless you let them. Be the very best version of yourself - be a person that you are proud of and that you respect - so that the opinion you have of yourself will be a positive one.

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2012-01-09T06:18:00.000-08:00

Living fully takes real intention and sustained effort. Head into your day intent on having a positive impact in your own life, and in the lives of others. Bring the very best that you have, and give it with all that you are, so that at day’s end you may reflect and experience pleasure of having lived fully.

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2012-01-06T06:36:00.000-08:00

Given how precious the gift of life is, to waste a day of it is senseless. We all have a degree of awareness as to whether we are living a day that is meaningful to us, or not. Use this knowing to align your thoughts, actions and words with the kind of day you want to have, so that you will feel that you made the most of this valuable day in your life.

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2012-01-05T06:41:00.000-08:00

If you are to live an authentic and happy life, it is vital that you do not define yourself by the negative opinions and actions of others. We all have free will and the right to choose. Make sure to not give your power away to the choices of others. Be who you want to be, and bring your uniqueness to the world because that is your greatest gift to share.

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2012-01-04T07:10:00.000-08:00

Today, make as many positive steps as you can in the direction of what you want in your life. Celebrate your successes, and be grateful for the opportunity to learn, grow and become more. Cut yourself some slack, remember to enjoy your journey and make this a great day.

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2012-01-03T06:58:00.000-08:00

Your happiness is an inside job. There is no doubt that wonderful events in life make it easier to be happy, and that unpleasant circumstances seem to make it more difficult. However, as long as you have the power of choice and free will, you can always choose thoughts, actions and words that lead you to the feeling of happiness, no matter the situation. You get to decide how happy you will be, and how consistently you will enjoy this sensation.

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2012-01-02T07:15:00.001-08:00

Boldly move into this new day. Make gratitude your best friend and constant companion. Stay focused, and intent on creating a day that is meaningful and rewarding. Let your desire for happiness be your guiding light, and follow it to new heights in your precious life.

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2011-12-30T07:06:00.000-08:00

The turning of the calendar is a fantastic opportunity to fill yourself up with joy and gratitude for the happiness you experienced, and the knowledge you have gained. As you start your own personal journey into the unknown of 2012, let go of any pain and regrets so that you may carry joy forward with you. Take the knowledge you gained as well, and use it to make the very best choices you can in the coming year. Embark on your fabulous journey with courage, do the best that you can with the circumstances at hand, let yourself have fun, learn all that you can, be grateful and turn 2012 into the best year of your life. Life is great, when you make it so! Happy New Year all!!!!!

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2011-12-29T06:58:00.000-08:00

To improve the relationships you have with others, begin by improving the relationship you have with yourself. The more you like, value, care for, appreciate and love yourself, the more you will extend this same kindness to others. As you relate to those in your life in new and profound ways they are encouraged to return this kindness back to you, and mutually beneficial relationships are born.

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2011-12-28T05:39:00.000-08:00

There is a simple formula that will greatly increase your level of happiness in a very short period of time: “Do those things that make you happy, and stop doing things that make you unhappy.” It works amazingly well!

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2011-12-27T07:55:00.001-08:00

Decide what kind of day you want to experience. As you move through your day and things arise, manage your thoughts and reactions to them so that you will continue undisturbed, along the path you have chosen for yourself. This is your day; make it one you are proud of.

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2011-12-23T11:01:00.000-08:00

Wishing you a Merry Christmas, and a Happy and Successful New Year!

All my best, Marcus

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2011-12-23T07:09:00.000-08:00

Letting go of all that binds you to the darkness of your past, allows you to move into the light of your brilliant future. When you accept what has been, learn its lessons and choose to implement the wisdom gained, you free yourself to move toward what can be now. As you prepare to meet a new year, turn your past trash into current treasure, and use it to feed the happiness and success you desire.

Article: Shining Light On The Real Bottom Line

2011-12-22T14:23:00.000-08:00

In business, revenue, expenses and profit are critical aspects to pay attention to: they require monitoring if the company is to remain viable and profitable. Given the challenging economic reality most businesses have faced over the past 3 years, the “bottom line” has become, for many, the primary or sole focus of ownership and management to an even greater degree.

There are a number of important people and factors that contributed to the very creation of your business, and others that now keep it viable and even profitable. It is imperative that these components of your business receive their due focus as well, lest they become neglected.

As you close out 2011 and move boldly into the coming year, the more effective your focus is – the more it takes into account all that makes your business possible – the greater your likelihood of staying viable and growing profitability. As you come to see the multitude of amazing gifts that allowed you to create, own and operate your business, you will become grateful. As your gratitude grows, you will take better care of these gifts, and - in return - they will continue to grow and give back to you.

The mere fact that you are alive is the greatest gift of all, and it is your very existence that first breathed life into your business. In addition, it is the lives of your team members, customers, vendors, business partners, community and business networks that continue to infuse your company with life.

On the personal side, your parents gifted you to this world. Other family members loved and nurtured you into adulthood, teachers educated you, and life supplied you with the experiences and support that made you who you are. Most likely, you now have a significant other and children who love you, support your vision and share you with the world so you can run your business. You have your health. Oh, the gifts you have!

With greater awareness of what has allowed your business to be, and all that continues to contribute to your ongoing success, you are less likely to take any of it for granted. And, when you don’t take the gifts in your life for granted, you have greater respect for them and treat them better. As you share your genuine appreciation with everyone involved in your life and business, they will have a tendency to give the same to you in return. This creates a wonderful circle of giving that makes business – and life - as great as they can be.

There are so many ways to express your gratitude this time of year. A hand-written Christmas card with a little something special inside selected just for that person, a party for your team members where each is recognized for their efforts with a plaque or certificate, monetary bonuses, a kind word of thanks, charitable giving, discounts or gift certificates to customers … the list goes on and on. The secret is to make your gesture personal, heartfelt and filled with authentic gratitude for what they do that makes your business all that it is.

With loved ones, one of the most powerful ways to show your appreciation is to give of yourself by spending quality time with them. Express your sincere appreciation for all they have done with and for you throughout your life. Let them know the special place they hold in your heart and mind, and allow them to share the same with you. Take time away from the business to fully engage in fun activities that everyone enjoys doing together. Gift them with your undivided attention and love.

Take stock of all you have in your life. Really count your blessings and let your mind and heart overflow with joy. Then, share your joy by giving back what you can to those around you who make your life wonderful. Give for the sheer joy of giving and let the very best within you rise up, and touch in profound ways, the very best that is within others.

Wishing You a Happy and Successful New Year!

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2011-12-22T06:47:00.001-08:00

Let your smile be like the sun, and brighten someone’s day. Let kindness pour from you like a warm rain, and nourish the hearts of others. Give your very best, and touch the world with the wonderful gift that is uniquely you.

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2011-12-21T09:18:00.001-08:00

The question isn't "Who should you be?" The questions are, "Who are you?", and "Who do you want to be?" Go forth in your life with courage; be who you are and live a life that is valuable and meaningful to you, letting the chips fall where they may. Accepting and embracing the real you leads to living an authentic, happy and successful life.

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2011-12-20T06:18:00.001-08:00

Envision a greater future for yourself, and take actions each day to move toward what you want in your life. Learn from your experiences along the way, implement this knowledge and enjoy the journey to your greatest life.

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2011-12-19T08:04:00.001-08:00

Envision a greater future for yourself. Take actions each day to move toward what you want in your life. Learn from your experiences along the way, implement this knowledge and enjoy the journey to your greatest life.

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2011-12-16T12:51:00.001-08:00

Being who you want to be, and the living a life that is meaningful to you requires freeing yourself from the expectations, judgments and opinions of others about who you should be. This incredibly wise choice, frees you to be your authentic self which, in turn, opens the door to genuine happiness in your life.

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2011-12-15T07:04:00.001-08:00

Let your smile be your greeting card to others. Let your kindness and generosity leave their mark on the world. Let your life be a living example of what can be. You are simply amazing! Let this shine through.

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2011-12-14T10:04:00.001-08:00

There are only so many waking hours available to each of us. Make the most of this precious time; create happiness and success in all that you do, so that each day will be filled with the joy of being alive.

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2011-12-13T06:28:00.000-08:00

Rather than resisting the unwanted circumstances in your life, use them to your advantage. As you work through your challenges, learn all that you can from them, utilize your acquired knowledge to improve yourself and your situation, thereby, creating a better life for yourself going forward.

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2011-12-09T06:00:00.000-08:00

Let your abundance flow forth into the world through acts of kindness. Give for the sheer joy of giving, be a joy to others and let your actions be the seeds of hope that touch lives in powerful ways.

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2011-12-08T07:22:00.001-08:00

Get excited about your life! It's happening right now, and as you put more passion, optimism, belief and energy into everything you do, your life will take off, leading you to wonderful experiences that fill you with an even greater excitement.

Article: Are You Unknowingly Building A Silent Regret?

2011-12-07T08:40:00.000-08:00

There is a common and prevailing mantra in business about making as much money as you possibly can, about being wildly successful at all cost. There is no doubt that being as profitable as you can, and standing tall above your competitors, is a primary aim in business. The question is: At what cost?

The number two regret of people at the end of their life is: “I wish I hadn’t worked so much”. This is an extraordinarily powerful and telling statement given all the things a person could possibly regret when looking back at the life they lived. For those who have a lot of life still ahead, this reality points toward the need to take a much different approach in regard to work and business.

The people who expressed this deep-seated regret at the end of their lives acknowledged spending too much of their time on the treadmill of their work existence, while sacrificing valuable time with their spouses, children, extended family, friends and even themselves. They also allowed their personal dreams and lifetime adventures outside of financial success to pass them by. The profound truth is that these moments and experiences, once gone, can never be recaptured.

I recently spoke with a “successful” businessman who helps other business owners create multi-million dollar companies. He asked me how my Thanksgiving was and, after sharing with him how I had turned my business off for five days to focus on time with my family, replied - with obvious regret in his voice - “I wish I could say that.” This type of thinking is the very foundation of a silent and growing regret that must be caught early and turned around. If it isn’t, it will likely become a top regret at the end of life.

The thought of becoming wildly successful financially, and the associated accolades, praise and recognition that come with it, can be extremely addicting because it feeds the ego. As with any addiction, it has the ability to take over, blinding us to the comprehensive picture of life and all that it has to offer. When this happens, it creates a situation where we are out of balance, ultimately limiting the feelings of happiness and success we are striving for.

A business owner, whose sole focus is on making as much money as possible day-in and day-out, typically has the perspective that their team members should have the same focus. By forgetting that these people have lives, hopes, dreams and desires too, they come to demand more and more from them. The reason is simple: When the focus is solely on money and the accumulation of wealth, people are discounted and forgotten.

I work diligently with business owners to help them see the bigger picture of their life – to discover within themselves what they value and whether what they are sacrificing in their pursuit of riches is truly acceptable to them. Once my clients develop solid work-life balance skills, they begin to make different choices in how they allocate their time; they come to experience a more profound form of success – one that still includes financial gain (often more than ever before), but is not solely focused on it as a driving force in life.

It is important to understand that once your children have grown, your youth has faded and your health has deteriorated, the forsaken dreams you left behind in the pursuit of money cannot be recaptured. That time has passed forever. We all know of people who worked their whole life to make enough money to travel and enjoy the many pleasures of life, only to find that – by the time they “arrived” – they were unable to do so because they had waited too long.

Your life is happening right now! There is room within it for everything you desire, including making money and enjoying the multitude of other things that bring you happiness and pleasure. Once you are conscious about your work and your life, and have the skills in place to create vital balance, you won’t have to work so hard to experience the happiness and success you want. You won’t regret having worked too much.

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2011-12-07T08:22:00.001-08:00

Be grateful for the breath you took upon waking this morning. Look out at the world and rejoice for your eyes that let you see the beauty and wonder all around you. Reflect on those who love and support you. Awaken to the awesomeness of life; your life, and let gratitude fill you up today.

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2011-12-06T07:03:00.001-08:00

The #5 regret of people at the end of their life is: “I wish that I had let myself be happier”. Happiness is a choice, and it is one you can make anytime you want to. Choose to be happier. Let nothing, and no one stand in your way as you fill your life with contentment and joy.

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2011-12-05T09:50:00.001-08:00

Each day of your life is only as great as you make it. Move through your day with composure and grace; accepting what comes your way, enjoying the sweet and easy moments, staying positive, and always looking for solutions to the challenging situations that present themselves.

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2011-12-02T07:46:00.001-08:00

The cup that is half full is easily filled to overflowing, by the choice to focus upon the multitude of positive things in your life. Stop frequently throughout your day to take stock of all that you have - of every little thing that makes your life truly wonderful. Gratitude reveals to you, the abundance you seek in life.

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2011-12-01T07:17:00.001-08:00

You never know what wonderful things can happen in life. Therefore, stay open to what can be. Work to keep your thoughts positive and optimistic, so you are able to recognize, and embrace the gifts that will come your way today.

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2011-11-30T07:43:00.001-08:00

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!

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2011-11-29T08:29:00.001-08:00

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.

Article: The Power Of Praise In Your Prosperity

2011-11-28T10:17:00.000-08:00

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.

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2011-11-28T07:31:00.001-08:00

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.

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2011-11-22T08:23:00.001-08:00

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!

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2011-11-21T09:38:00.001-08:00

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.

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2011-11-18T08:05:00.000-08:00

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.

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2011-11-17T06:27:00.000-08:00

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.

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2011-11-16T07:01:00.000-08:00

Slow down enough, to recognize the deepest yearning of your heart and soul...

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2011-11-15T09:17:00.001-08:00

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.

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2011-11-11T08:08:00.001-08:00

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.

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2011-11-10T06:40:00.000-08:00

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.

Article: Where Are You Headed In Your Business?

2011-11-09T12:51:00.000-08:00

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.

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2011-11-09T07:21:00.000-08:00

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.

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2011-11-08T07:26:00.001-08:00

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.

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2011-11-07T08:01:00.001-08:00

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.

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2011-11-04T06:20:00.001-07:00

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.

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2011-11-03T07:04:00.000-07:00

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!

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2011-11-02T05:51:00.000-07:00

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.

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2011-11-01T08:02:00.001-07:00

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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2011-10-31T06:22:00.001-07:00

Rarely do we ask ourselves what kind of day we want to have - positive or negative, happy or sad, successful or not. Is it any wonder why our days are haphazard, why we ride the emotional roller coaster and why our days turn out as they do? Today, consider the experience you want to have. Make a powerful choice in your life, set your course and steer yourself into it throughout your day.

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2011-10-28T06:45:00.001-07:00

Choose happiness and success. Rise above the waves of the storms in life, look to the horizon for new opportunities, be courageous as you forge ahead, believe in yourself and in life, and above all, enjoy the journey.

Article: Can Your Business Thrive Without You?

2011-10-27T13:25:00.000-07:00

Most business owners start their companies with the intention of creating greater wealth and freedom. They have a dream of achieving financial independence and using this to travel, relax, give back and enjoy their lives as much as possible. However, many never realize this dream, even if the business is successful in generating financial abundance, simply because they lack the mindset, managers and team to make it possible.

Several key factors contribute to a business not being able to run effectively without the owner’s constant hands-on presence:

• The owner is a micro manager who fears letting go of the reins.

If you are an owner who believes that no one else will run your business the way you do, you’re right. After all, there is only one you and your overall perspective of your business is unique. Even so, this does not mean that there are not individuals who could do an excellent, if not an even better job, than you.Countless businesses are thriving under the day-to-day leadership of their managers, with the owner providing general oversight, direction and new ideas. This can be your reality too, as you release your fears and build a powerful team that can handle the daily operations.

• The owner is the only one currently on staff that can handle all aspects of the business.

If you have created a situation where you are the only one that can effectively run your business, then you will be tied to the daily operations by necessity. Your success here lies in hiring individuals that are competent, and who care about you, your company and the customers you serve. Integrity, motivation, passion, a caring perspective and a true willingness to learn are invaluable attributes that you want to look for when adding leaders to your team.

• The owner has not mastered effective delegation and team empowerment.

Learning to delegate tasks to your team members is liberating for you and empowering to them. There are crucial components to effective delegation that one must become proficient at in order to do it well. Without exception, every business owner I train is amazed at the freedom they gain, the ownership their team members take on, and how much better their business runs once strategic delegation is implemented.

• Current managers are not qualified to actually run the business.

A powerful component of delegation is that it allows you, the business owner, to discover who is capable of taking on the job and who is not. If you already have a manager (or managers) in place and - through planned delegation and careful observation on your part - you discover that they are not capable of running the day-to-day operations effectively, you have two choices: Train them, or replace them.

• The business lacks structure and a system of practical procedures.

In order to achieve your goals and create the freedom you desire, it is imperative that you have a system of simple and effective operational procedures in place to effectively deal with all the situations that will arise. The greater success of your company depends on it. My clients are often surprised and always delighted to discover how easy these are to create, as well as, how appreciated and liberating they are to everyone involved.

• The owner has not built a powerful team that can run the business in their absence.

All fear associated with releasing day-to-day operations can be easily overcome by building a team that can actually run the business - and run it well - without the owner’s constant presence. When the success of your business depends solely upon you, you trap yourself into a “job”. Conversely, when you build a powerful team over time, and the success of the business is spread out through a team approach, everyone wins.

While there is much to consider in developing successful hands-off leadership, with qualified business coaching and training, the thriving business of your dreams is within your reach. As you adopt a more powerful mindset, hire capable leaders, train coachable team members that are willing to excel - and let go of the ones that aren’t - and then work with them to develop their potential, your dreams will come true!

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2011-10-27T06:57:00.001-07:00

Whether we realize it or not, we are all leaders. Through the living of our lives, we provide an example that is witnessed by everyone we come into contact with. Consider strongly the example that you want to put forth - be conscious about the living of your life - and be the very best leader you can be.

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2011-10-26T07:25:00.000-07:00

Consider for a moment, how wonderful the warm sun feels after the cold and darkness of winter – how it brings joy to your heart and a smile to your face. Choose to shine all of the warmth, love and caring you can on everyone around you. Make it a great day!

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2011-10-25T07:22:00.000-07:00

Think thoughts, take actions and speak words that are empowering and constructive - that contribute to the happiness and success of everyone involved. Bring your strength to the world today.

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2011-10-24T07:01:00.000-07:00

The unconditional love of a spouse, child, parent, sibling and dear friend is priceless. It feels so wonderful to be loved in this way. Love freely, and with all that you are so that those you love may experience the joy of this gift with you.

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2011-10-21T07:09:00.001-07:00

Whether you are working, playing, relaxing, learning, loving, helping, giving, healing or searching, GO ALL IN TODAY. The more you put into the living of your life, the more it returns to you. You've got nothing to lose, except for this irreplaceable day of your life.

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2011-10-20T07:13:00.001-07:00

Choosing to be grateful in the face of challenges makes them manageable, and even something we can accept. When you place your focus on all that is wonderful in your life, you also take it off of what seems, at first, to be "wrong" and this will allow you to continue on in your life with a happy heart.

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2011-10-19T06:51:00.001-07:00

You can rise above the quagmire of negativity. Choose solutions over problems, love over hatred, communication over misunderstanding and action over mediocrity - choose happiness over suffering. Invest yourself in the best life has to offer, and the best in life will be yours.

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2011-10-18T06:52:00.000-07:00

When you say "yes" to happiness, love, peace, joy, success, beauty, kindness, teamwork, generosity... you are also saying "no" to unhappiness, hate, discontentment, sadness, failure, ugliness, abuse, self-centeredness and greed... Say "yes" to a life that is filled with the very best.

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2011-10-17T06:32:00.000-07:00

This fresh, cool morning after a night’s rain, the air, sweet with the smells of fall and the clear blue sky coming to light with the rising sun suggests to us, a powerful choice. Start fresh, be grateful, rise above all things and move into your day with intention and purpose. Let the light of your fantastic life fill the world around you.

Article: Have You Checked The Cheese Lately?

2011-10-14T09:31:00.000-07:00

Complete success in business lies in the details. It is the multitude of seemingly insignificant little things that, when done well, lead customers back to your doors. Customer attraction and retention is the life blood of any business that wants to succeed, and therefore, must be a priority.

Recently, my girlfriend and I visited a local restaurant. We were greeted warmly, and promptly escorted to one of our favorite tables on the patio. Soon afterwards, the waitress introduced herself, and took our drink order. After surveying the menu, we decided on pizza. As we waited for our dinner to arrive, the waitress – taking great care to serve us well - brought out the pizza rack, plates, parmesan cheese and pepper flakes. Up to this point, our experience was wonderful.

Moments later, our pizza arrived - hot, fresh and smelling, oh, so good. As my girlfriend started to sprinkle parmesan cheese on her slice, to our amazement, we saw that the bottom third of the container was filled with a green mold.

We both wondered how long it had been since all the cheese containers had been checked, let alone washed and refilled. How many times had this container been refilled while the mold was there? How many patrons had sprinkled their pizza with the moldy concoction? Had anyone gotten ill? How many of the other cheese containers were contaminated with mold? To say the least, this single situation created doubt in both of us as to the overall cleanliness and quality of this restaurant we frequent.

We reported our finding to the waitress, who – with sincerity and shock - apologized and quickly returned with a fresh one. She checked on us several times and, at the conclusion of our meal, approached us with her manager to offer their apologies, pay for our meal in full, and request that we give them another opportunity to serve us.

In business, you never want to give your customers any reason to doubt you and what you offer. The key components to your customer’s experience are the multitude of little things you do - or don’t do. Knowing this, it is imperative that everyone on your team pay the utmost attention to them. In this situation, simply by focusing on the task at hand and caring to a greater degree, those responsible for refilling these containers would have checked the cheese and caught this long before we did.

No matter what business you are in, ongoing training of your team, with the intention of creating excellence in the customer service experience is a very wise choice. Consistent, engaging, practical and interactive training - done by an effective and inspiring trainer - will allow you and your business to stand head and shoulders above others in your business sector.

Statistically, only about 10 to 15 percent of all businesses are “exceptional” ones. The vast majority exist in the “fair” to “good” range, with the remaining 10 to 15 percent in the “poor” category. A defining difference allowing excellent companies to stand out is their consistent attention to the details, and their unending effort to always deliver the ultimate customer service experience.

An interesting fact is that great pleasure, self-worth, confidence and contentment are derived from putting forth the extra effort it takes to do a job with excellence. And, those on the receiving end – your customers – also find great satisfaction from the exceptional products and service you provide.

Your business will rise above as you, the owner, take the lead in moving your business to the top of the field. As you establish an ongoing commitment to consistent focus, attention to detail, dedication to excellence and follow-through, your business will improve. With this mindset solidly in place, you will hire potential superstars and provide them with the ongoing training necessary help them be their best.

The happiness and success you desire in your business lies in how often you check your cheese … in paying attention to the little things. Rather than choosing mediocrity, choose to rise up; choose to enhance the potential of yourself, your team and your business. Although it is a never-ending job for those who want to excel in life and business, the rewards are so outstanding - and the results are so profound - that it becomes the only choice worth making.

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2011-10-14T07:56:00.000-07:00

As we live our lives each day, we are writing history and, setting the stage for the future. Be mindful in the living of your life. Make choices that are constructive – that have a positive impact on the happiness and success of life as a whole. We are all in this together, and together we are creating a past, current and future reality that is the result of our combined choices. Choose wisely.

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2011-10-13T08:45:00.001-07:00

When you believe that you are powerless in your life, you become powerless and at the mercy of it. But, the moment you believe you are empowered in your life, you start looking for solutions, taking action and experiencing the reality that you took part in bringing about. You are as empowered as you believe you are. Believe in you!

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2011-10-12T08:19:00.000-07:00

Embracing the life you do have - accepting your life as it currently is - allows you to make the most of the life you are living. This mindset gives you the power to change what you find displeasing, while enjoying fully what you love about your life. Be grateful for, and stay active in, your wonderful life.

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2011-10-11T09:57:00.001-07:00

Patience is more than a virtue; it is a necessary mental perspective that leads to behaviors which increase your happiness and success in all aspects of life.

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2011-10-10T07:44:00.000-07:00

We can complain about our circumstances or, we can be accountable for the life we are creating. We can focus on problems or, we can see the best and work to enhance it. We can bemoan our life or, we can live it with passion. Make the choices that will bring greater happiness and success into your life.

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2011-10-07T06:49:00.001-07:00

Look into the faces of others, and see yourself. Each of us is unique no doubt, but we are also not that different. We are all experiencing challenges and victories as we move through life. Everyone has hopes and dreams. It is in our coming together, caring for and supporting each other that our challenges will be lessened, our victories sweetened and our dreams fulfilled.

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2011-10-06T07:04:00.000-07:00

Human potential is like the air - it is invisible until it moves or is active. Believe in you, believe in your dreams and in life. Take actions that will set your potential in motion so that it will become visible in the world.

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2011-10-05T06:41:00.001-07:00

There is great personal satisfaction in doing things well, and completely. Live your day with intention and purpose - hold nothing back in your efforts.

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2011-09-30T05:44:00.000-07:00

Life provides us with constant reminders of just how precarious, short and precious it really is. Heed life's message, and choose to love completely, laugh often and live fully.

Article: How Effectively Are You Managing Your Plate?

2011-09-29T06:42:00.000-07:00

The quality of your life and business are directly related to how well you manage all that is on your plate. Routinely, business owners take on so many projects and responsibilities that they become overwhelmed, confused and burned-out, eventually losing their way on the road to creating the happiness and success they desire.

“Plate management” is vital to your happiness and success, both personally and professionally. Without consciousness of what is already on your plate, and what you continue to put there as you move forward, you will eventually become bogged down under your over-whelming situation.

Here are specific steps you can take to improve your current reality:

PRINT: Write down everything on your to-do list. Most likely, the vast majority of this information is floating around in your head, which is only contributing to your feeling of over-whelm and confusion. It is wise to get the pieces of the puzzle, so to speak, down in front of you to see the totality of your situation. Whether you use a note pad, a white board, a spread sheet or another mechanism to clearly see what you have created, it is important to not forget the most valuable aspects of your personal life: quality time with family and friends, your interests and hobbies, activities you love, quiet time – time to reflect, study, learn and grow as a human being – and moments to simply relax and enjoy your life.

PRIORITIZE: Next, go through your list and prioritize. Make note of how long each item has been on your to-do list. This will allow you to clearly see what you have put off and for how long. By identifying the importance of each task, you will be able to create a new to-do list with the most important items at the top and the least time sensitive items at the bottom. You will also be able to remove items that are no longer necessary to achieving your goals.

POST: Now that you have your new, revised, organized and crystal clear action list, post it where you can easily see it, and get to work on completing the most important tasks first. Once an item is accomplished, cross it off and move on to the next. While you may have several things operating simultaneously as you work toward the completion of individual items, it is crucial to maintain heightened consciousness to avoid getting lost again.

POSITION: With greater awareness of everything currently on your plate you will be positioned to consciously choose whether or not to add additional items. Sometimes, the strongest choice is to say “no” to others, situations and opportunities in order to say “yes” to yourself, your happiness and you own success. Simply put, be discerning about what to place on your plate.

PERSIST: This step is very important! Once you have gotten on top of your to-do list with effective “plate management”, it is critical to stay the course. The moment you catch yourself falling back into the old habits that resulted in unwelcome outcomes, stop yourself, shift your focus toward how great your new situation is, and return to the new habit that actually works.

As you continue to take focused action on your to-do list, important tasks that contribute to the success of your business will be completed. You will begin to feel engaged and accomplished, your list will shrink in size and you will be a happier, more balanced person.

In my coaching and consulting work with business leaders across the country, it is not uncommon to hear business owners and managers refer – often and with heaviness – to the length of their to-do list. The truth of the matter is that unless you make sense of it, and take control of your tasks - instead of letting them control you - your situation will not improve. It is easier than you think, and the benefits far out-weigh the efforts required. It is a tremendous feeling to be in control of your own reality!

If you are struggling under a mountain of to-do’s, if your desk is a mess, if you are dropping the ball because you are overwhelmed and confused, if your happiness and success are leaving you, get the assistance you need to change your situation. Learning effective “plate management” will bring balance to your life, and set you on a new and rewarding course in life and business.

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2011-09-29T05:41:00.000-07:00

In your rush to get everything done, don't forget the most important task of all - to live a fulfilling and meaningful life. Take every opportunity you can to laugh, love, and play, to listen, learn, care and share. Make the enjoyment of your life a priority.

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2011-09-28T07:26:00.000-07:00

“What is happening to you” is not the issue, because this is a dis-empowered perspective and not true – one that puts you at the mercy of life. “What is happening for you”, and how you will utilize it in your learning, growth and becoming is the real issue. From this perspective you embrace your life with gratitude as it is created which, in turn, empowers you in your life.

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2011-09-27T04:44:00.000-07:00

Today you will have numerous opportunities to be happy and experience success - to live with intention and on purpose. Embrace your fantastic life, engage your opportunities and make this a day, one you will remember fondly.