by: Patricia Weber
Do you do any embarrassing things in business networking? Many of us who sell, at one time or another, might confess to some dozen or so common mistakes with business networking; these are just three of the top most regretful, most ineffective and sometimes embarrassing ones. If you find one describes you, read the brief remedy that anyone - introvert, shy or even extrovert - can easily put into action. Continue Reading »

by: Terry S. Hall
The essence of business success is measured by achieving 100% of 3 key goals: Profit goals, Balance goals and Referrals goals. There are hundreds of books that have been written on each of these topics. Today we look at referrals. There’s no business like referral business. In fact, referrals are the Holy Grail of business development. Referred clients take less time to close, produce higher gross profits and refer you more quickly. Continue Reading »

Every time you share your ideas you bring value to others. Ideas come in many forms. They can be as simple as a suggestion, create clarity out of confusion, or give insight that is transformational. Your ideas are a reflection of who you are, how you think, what you feel, and what you’ve learned from your own experiences.

Willingness to share ideas is powerful. There is no way of assessing the impact we have on someone else by offering them our point of view. Each of us is unique. Our experiences are unique. Our perspectives are unique. No one has traveled your road, been faced with your specific challenges, or possesses your knowledge. You are uniquely qualified to be you. Your ideas matter.

This is part of the series “Personally Speaking: Volume 1“ to purchase the entire series click here.

In the 1800’s Walt Whitman was quoted as saying, “Be curious, not judgmental”. Unfortunately, most of us see ourselves as the center of the universe. When we are quick to judge others we are really putting a label on them as it relates to our perception. Based on what we consider appropriate, we find fault with someone else’s hair style, way of dressing, how they conduct themselves, the kind of work they do, and so on. Statements like, “I can’t believe she bought that car.” “Did you notice the way he treated his son?”, or “How could anyone that overweight eat dessert?” are indicators that we are judging another’s behavior. What gives us the right to do that?

This is part of the series “Personally Speaking: Volume 1“ to purchase the entire series click here.

Do these statements sound familiar?

“I meant to call you.”
“I intended to finish the project before the weekend.”
“I’m sorry I forgot your birthday.”
“I had every intention of being on time.”
“I’ve been wanting to take a class, write a book, or volunteer.”

The truth is we are all well- meaning. The reality is even the most sincere intention has no value without action. The world is full of dreamers. It lacks doers. Intentions are a barometer of what is possible. Actions are putting your intentions in motion. Action, not intention, creates results. The expression, “Action speaks louder than words” is familiar to all of us because it’s true. Telling me you’re going to do something and not carrying it out is intention; it is not action. We measure someone’s character not by what they say, but rather by what they do.

This is part of the series “Personally Speaking: Volume 1” to purchase the entire series click here.

You are the best! It’’s time to believe that of yourself.

When was the last time you told yourself how terrific you are? When did you last honor your competence, beauty, intelligence and strengths? If you”re like most of us, you”re quick to point out something you did that was “stupid” but when it comes to acknowledging yourself for all your incredible qualities you hesitate. Why? Continue Reading »

Action counts! Excuses are not an option.

You’ve heard it before: “Attitude is everything”. “It’s not what happens to you that matters; it’s how your mind looks at what happens. Life is about “attitude”. Continue Reading »

‘We are pleased to provide you with encouragements via this blog! Contained within this blog are motivational articles on life. We believe the lessons shared through this blog will bring much value to your life.

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