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Adversity Builds Character (But I Prefer the View from the Top)
My greatest respect is for people who have experienced adversity and then come back. I was one of those people, in the early nineties. I went through a tough period and learned a lot about myself, and then came back bigger and better and stronger. It wasn't unlike what happened to Frank Sinatra in the early fifties. Like me, he lost focus. He took his eye off the ball and he made some bad decisions. (Also like me, it was the fairer sex that had a little something to do with his troubles, but that's another story for another time.)
Take This Job and Shove It!
People hanging at the end of their career rope who are fed up and ready to take this job and shove it! They want a fast track out of an intolerable situation and are ready to move heaven and earth to make it happen. So they find a new job or business, turn in their notice and jump ship (not necessarily in that order). Freedom at last! Or not. Unfortunately many discover that an unwelcome stowaway jumped on board when they packed their boxes on that final day: the problem came along with them.

(8) Ways To Drop The Victim Mentality And Succeed!
At some point in our lives we all play the blame game, until we learn better. We think it works for us but it doesn’t. It is easier to blame others for our failures and escape responsibility for our life. It is painful to admit mistakes especially costly ones. Let’s pass the blame on to someone else. Now, do you feel better?

My worst spends
On an almost daily basis, entrepreneurs are faced with the challenge of deciding what to spend on and what not to spend one. Due to our naivete or inexperience, a lot of fly-by-night operators are ready to take advantage. This article explores some sordid experiences I had, and why I would probably never spend on these things again
Good Decisions, Bad Decisions
Why is it possible for two identical businesses in the same market selling the same products and services to the same prospects have radically different outcomes? There are two key reason; First, staff and how the employees of the organizaton do their jobs, second, the quality of the decisions being made on a daily basis. I'm not foolish enough to believe anyone is capable of making the right decision every time, but there are times when the right choice is just not that hard to identify. When those decisions face us, it is imperative we do the proper due diligence and make the RIGHT decision. This article talks about some of the core reasons bad decisions get made, and talks about how to avoid getting caught in that trap. Enjoy!
The Power of Hope
Did you know that the bumblebee should not be able to fly? Based on its size, weight, and shape of its body in relationship to the total wing span, a flying bumblebee is aerodynamically impossible. The bumblebee, being ignorant of scientific data, goes ahead and flies anyway, making honey every day. Ignore the sting of the past and replace it with hope for a brighter future. If you do, you will be able to achieve things everyone else thinks are impossible. Keep your hopes high and you will fly to new heights!

Market Research Leads To Better Decisions
There's an old adage that entrepreneurs are risk takers, but it's really not true, although it appears that way because they have creative ideas they are able to execute to start up and drive successful businesses. Entrepreneurs and good managers achieve success because they do their homework (market research) before making decisions.

Broken Teams Damage Your Business
A profitable business bottom line depends on effective teaming as much today as it ever did; yet, "effective teaming" may be destined to be no more than another irrelevant buzz phrase, because by and large teams are still dysfunctional and broken.

People Still Love to Negotiate
Learn to negotiate like a pro
Improve Your Communications by Taming those 800-Pound Elephants
With time demands, constant interruptions and continually conflicting priorities, business communications is challenging enough. And when you have an issue or a personality involved that you cannot directly speak to, but can only tiptoe around the "elephant in the room", any attempt at communications may only get you more off track and cause more harm than good. With a few communications tips you can learn how to tame those 800 pound elephants and create more effective communications that improve your work relationships and help you get the job done.
What Does An Androgynous Cow, The Life Lessons of a Father, & Closing More Sales Have To Do With Each Other?
What Does An Androgynous Cow, The Life Lessons of a Father, & Closing More Sales Have To Do With Each Other? Only Learning To Ask One of The Most Powerful Qualifying AND Closing Questions You Can Ever Ask a Prospect! This weekend, as most, Netflix delivered right to my mailbox another movie for the kids. My six and seven year old boys, like most I’d imagine, love animated movies. Barnyard The Movie, who stars somewhat androgynous animated cows, is certainly not the best movie my family has ever watched. But here’s the thing;

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Are you a good decision maker?
Decisions, decisions, decisions. It seems like every time we turn around, we have to make more decisions. The question is, "Are you a good decision maker?" If you aren't (or don't think you are), there is no need to worry. Decision-making is a skill that can be learned by anyone. Although some people may find this particular skill easier than others, everyone applies a similar process.
Decisions, Decisions, Decisions for Enhanced Empowerment
Do you sometimes feel disempowered because of all the decisions you must make or because someone else has made a decision? Decisions focus your attention. This article identifies some of the types of decisions that are a natural part of life, encouraging you to look more closely at your choices.

A Strategic Thinking Approach To Making Good Decisions From Your Strategic Thinking Business Coach
Did you ever stop and think about how many decisions you are required to make each and every day. There are probably hundreds of decisions that need to be made in your business and your personal life every day. And those decisions range from very simple to very complex. The ability to make sound decisions is critical for each of us. So, do you believe that you have the skills to make those decisions most strategically and effectively? When a crisis occurs or tough choices need to be made, the ability to make accurate judgments is critical. Your Strategic Thinking Business Coach offers the following tips to engage in a strategic thinking approach for your decision making and to help you make the right decisions, no matter what the situation. ?
Tips On Making Good Decisions
Throughout our lives all of us are faced with making tough decisions. Do I take this new job? Do I move out of state? Do I marry her/him? Do I have this surgery? Obviously some are more important than others, some are life threatening and some are less critical. Some decisions must be made quickly and some have the luxury of time. In making these decisions how do we know we are making the right choices? How do I make good decisions? Is there a process that can help me? The answer is yes. Below are some tips to guide you through the process.

Smart Women Prefer the “Limited” Lifetime Warranty
This article is about our struggles in decision making. We all have such a difficult time making decisions . From the simple (where to eat dinner) to the complex (ending a long-term relationship). We want our decisions to be the “right” decisions forever. Why? Because we fear change and we fear making the ‘wrong” decisions. We want to have the opportunity to make everything last forever. This is not possible in life. We need to embrace the idea of a “limited lifetime” warranty when we make decisions so that as we change and grow, we can make new decisions that work for us moving forward.
Take Control through Financial Education.
When you think about it, our lives are about the decisions that we make and in many cases by the decisions that others make for us. There is no blueprint when we are born, which maps out our lives for us. Our failure, success or mediocrity is measured by a single or multitude of decisions along the way. Financial education enables us to make informed decisions.

The Typical Ways We Often Make Decisions
Decisions, Decisions - Making Them On Purpose Decisions, decisions...choices, choices. Everywhere you turn these days there's another one waiting to be made. But how? In a world of so many options and possibilities, what do we use to help us make the "right" decisions and choices? Do we draw straws? Flip a coin? Throw a dart at a list of choices to be made? Sure, why not? Won't those methods work? Well, actually, yes, any of these 'random ways' of choosing can work IF we add in a couple of other things. Recently in a phone coaching session with two of my clients, we made a list of some of the typical ways people make decisions including...
Five Principles for Making Smart Decisions
Every day we contemplate numerous decisions. Some decisions are simple, such as deciding which gym class to attend, while are other are life altering, for instance deciding on taking an overseas promotion. Regardless of level of importance, these decisions will have an impact on our lives. Studies have shown that the more choices we have, they harder it seems to make a decision. Making decisions doesn’t have to be a daunting task; there are step we can learn to make smart decisions.
How many decisions do you make a day?
How many decisions do you make a day? It’s something that few of us rarely think about. But in fact, life is made up of decisions, small and large. How well you make your decisions, or not even making a decision at all, can greatly affect your life. The ability to make good decisions is the hallmark of the successful person. Good decision making helps you achieve your goals and avoid mistakes. You can live out your dreams when you are able to make sound decisions and act upon them.
Who Has the D? Unclog Decision-Making Bottlenecks
Making good decisions and making them quickly is a differentiator of high-performing companies. And the key to outperforming competitors is the quality, speed, and execution of your decisions. Yet in many companies, decisions routinely stall. One culprit? Ambiguity for who is accountable for which decisions. Here is a tool to help clarify your strategic decisions: Think RAPID.
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