Raise your hand if you can relate>> "Have you ever been afraid of what people might think of a decision you're about to make? A decision that could potentially make you very unpopular with certain people." ~Erika Napoletano When she asked that question, almost every hand in the room went up. Had I been there, mine would have too. I've had those moments... I'd venture to guess that the … [Read more...]
Mindset: Is it an Opportunity, a Challenge or a Problem?
Have you ever thought about the words you choose when presented with a situation that you don't really care for? Have you thought about the emotions that you release? Oftentimes a problem is also an opportunity. Let me give you an example. Say you are working on a project and the client calls and is very upset with something. Apparently, you had a miscommunication and had been moving forward … [Read more...]
It Doesn’t Have to Be That Hard!
One of my family values growing up was that we were "hard workers." The work ethic in my family is very strong and we can "push through" anything. That work ethic has allowed many in my family, myself included, to advance in our chosen careers and win a number of industry and community awards. I come from two long lines of people that worked hard and made big impacts in the communities they … [Read more...]
The Grass is Greener on the Other Side…Or is it?
We've all heard the phrase, "The Grass is Greener on the Other Side." It is a phrase that has been used for years to describe how the average person looks at someone else's life or another situation and thinks it is better than their own. Is the grass greener on the other side? The other day I was listening to the radio and caught Justin Bieber's latest hit right when these lyrics were sung: "But … [Read more...]
Do You “Understand” or Do You “Over-stand”? Your Practice Could Make or Break Your Sales
Do you "understand" or do you "over-stand"? Your perspective on the situation can make all the difference in the world. ~Stephanie LH Calahan That is a statement I share all of the time on my social media channels. I receive really interesting comments when I do. But, did you know that this one concept can make or break your conversations with prospects and clients? Back when I was first … [Read more...]
Just Because it Looks Scary, Doesn’t Mean You Shouldn’t Try It
"Everyone has a 'risk muscle.' You keep it in shape by trying new things. If you don't, it atrophies. Make a point of using it at least once a day." ~ Roger Von Oech Late last week, we had the opportunity to purchase fresh-picked blueberries. My son LOVES blueberries, so we bought 10 pounds. That night, he asked me if I could make blueberry muffins. I'd never made them before, but I was up … [Read more...]
12 Quotes that Get Them to Take Action
I have been collecting quotes since I was in grade school. In fact, when I worked in corporate, I had my interior windows plastered with quotes. (They worked to eliminate distractions of people walking by too.) Quotes from others have a way of resonating with our psyche. They have a way of making us get up and go when other things might not. Over time, I have learned that many people use … [Read more...]
“You Can’t Connect the Dots Looking Forward; You Can Only Connect Them Looking Backwards ” Steve Jobs
Back when I was in college all things "geeky" were my focus. I was studying for two degrees: computer science and human resource management. Steve Jobs (co-founder of Apple Computer, NeXt, and Pixar Animation Studios) wasn't somebody that I studied in class, but he was someone I admired and studied outside of class then and now. I am very sad to have learned that he passed … [Read more...]
Change Your Mindset / Focus and Get More Done
We all know that "If you always do what you have always done, you will always get what you've always got." Wildly successful professionals modify to stay alive and running. They take chances. They take risks. Most fail over and over, but they often turn those failures into great successes. Here are some ideas to get you started: Remove Old Conditioning Have you been conditioned to not make … [Read more...]
Is Your Fear Holding You Back?
"Focus on where you want to go, not on what you fear." ~Anthony Robbins Robbins helps us to remember that a positive focus aimed in your desired direction is way more productive than focusing on the things that make us afraid or nervous. Success and productivity are sometimes about effective systems and sometimes about the mindset that you have about your situation. Often it is both. Everyone … [Read more...]
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