This came from the blog Jean-Marc Le Tissier // Fresh Ideas at Work 1. Do one thing at a time 2. Know the problem 3. Learn to listen 4. Learn to ask questions 5. Distinguish sense from nonsense 6. Accept change as inevitable 7. Admit mistakes 8. Say it simple 9. Be calm 10. SmileContinue reading “How to Work Better”
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What Are You Suggesting To Yourself?
This is the first half Stephanie Houseman’s current newsletter repeated en-bloc. Stephanie is, like me, an ex-dental practice owner and a trained coach, in addition she’s an international speaker and author. She’s based in Illinois and her newsletter is a Tuesday constant (something I must learn). Her website is http://www.7steps2abalancedlife.com sign up for the newsletterContinue reading “What Are You Suggesting To Yourself?”
10 Ways To Help You Get Funding From Your Bank
The website http://www.freshbusinessthinking.com is a another useful resource for existing and would be business owners. This article is an example of one of their good lists. 10 Ways To Help You Get Funding From Your Bank By Guy Rigby, Director & Head of Entrepreneurs, Smith & Williamson Getting funding from your bank isn’t nearly asContinue reading “10 Ways To Help You Get Funding From Your Bank”
10 Things I Know About Great Work by Michael Bungay-Stanier
A recent email from Michael Bungay-Stanier regarding his “Find Your Great Work” project. If you aren’t familiar with this do have a look at Michael’s websites. 1. That Good Work is endless … and constantly tugs at our shirt, pulling us back into busy-ness and routine. Regular pruning recommended. 2. That you can’t do GreatContinue reading “10 Things I Know About Great Work by Michael Bungay-Stanier”
Roz Savage – Ocean Rower – “I Am What I Am”
I became aware of Roz Savage about 12 months ago. To describe her as an adventurer hardly does her justice. In 2005 she left her job as a management consultant and started a new life by rowing across the Atlantic. She has followed that by starting a row across the Pacific and last year sheContinue reading “Roz Savage – Ocean Rower – “I Am What I Am””
Seth Godin – You Matter
Another great blog post from Seth Godin. You matter When you love the work you do and the people you do it with, you matter. When you are so gracious and generous and aware that you think of other people before yourself, you matter. When you leave the world a better place than you foundContinue reading “Seth Godin – You Matter”
Mental Feng Shui
I don’t usually like the stuff that arrives as a email chain letters but as this came from an unusual source I read it and liked it. Not a bad way to live your life. (I gather it originated from the Tony Robbin’s organisation) Give people more than they expect and do it cheerfully. MarryContinue reading “Mental Feng Shui”
Recession Marketing – 10 Mistakes. (From Robert Middleton’s Blog)
Great List from Robert Middleton. 10 Mistakes in Recession Marketing. Not Having a Game Plan Buying into “Ain’t It Awful” Not Refining Your Marketing Message Not Improving Your Marketing Materials Not Offering Extra Value Not Offering Programs Not Improving Your Selling Process Not Getting Out There Not Staying Regularly in Touch Being Passive, Not ProactiveContinue reading “Recession Marketing – 10 Mistakes. (From Robert Middleton’s Blog)”
Napoleon Hill’s 12 Riches in Life
An interesting list from an influential man, Napoleon Hill. Positive Mental Attitude Good Health Harmony in Relationships Freedom from Fear Hope of Achievement Capacity for Faith Willingness to Share your Blessings Having a Labour of Love or Purpose An Open Mind on all Subjects Self-Discipline Capacity to Understand People Economic Security
The Ten “Traits of Excellence” Tom Peters
From Tom Peters www.tompeters.com The Ten “Traits of Excellence”: Dreamer-Visionary. True to Himself. Story Teller. Magnetism. Inclusive. Stamina. Persistence. Thrive Past Failure. Politician Extraordinaire. Actor.
The Incisal Edge 