People who struggle to be successful frequently repeat the same mistakes over and over. The habit of repeating mistakes can easily be corrected. All you have to do is develop a weekly habit of examining your mistakes and coming up with better alternatives for the next time. Just as a chain is limited by the…
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Looking to make changes in your life? Here are 5 simple things you can do to increase your chances of success: CLIMB ONE MOUNTAIN AT A TIME Do you set too many goals for yourself? Are you working hard for that promotion while trying to lose weight, finish your degree online and renovate your house?…
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You probably can’t find anyone over the age of 10 that hasn’t felt overwhelmed at some point. It takes more to overwhelm some people than others, but the feeling and the impact are the same. It can be very challenging to focus on solutions and take the necessary steps to resolve the situation. However, focus…
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All actions start as mere thoughts. When you set out to reach your goals, negative thinking pretty much ends your journey right there. You end up losing your drive, which you need in order to get anything done. Thinking optimistically can be the difference between easily reaching success and falling short. But how can you…
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When you set out on the journey toward manifesting your goals, you will no doubt face challenges. Some challenges will be small and others will loom large. The best way to get through these times is to be prepared for any situation that may be thrown your way. No matter how hard you try, life…
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What talents are hiding within you? Many people have grown up believing they didn’t have anything special or unique to add to the world. Perhaps they came from mediocre surroundings or had no encouragement for their gifts so they went unrecognized. Or maybe they repressed their talents because they felt ashamed. Whatever the reason, it’s…
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When you meet a potential contact at a business event, you know what to do. You deliver your elevator pitch and set up a time to talk more. However, when you run into someone interesting at a social gathering, things can become more complicated. While funerals and 12-step meetings are awkward places to do business,…
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It’s important to stay organized, which is why I have a calendar. In fact I have several calendars, one devoted to obligations and appointments for my son, one devoted to obligations and appointments for me, one specifically for Toastmasters, you get the idea. Digital reminders required for someone like me who is easily…
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In the beginning At the tender age of of 11 days old, I was placed in foster care. It took 11 days because, I am told, my bio-mom left me in the hospital thinking the foster home would come for me on Day 3. Or maybe Day 5. Thankfully, she checked back and found out…
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