Category Archives: Ding!

Posts on dealing with the unexpected “dings” of life

40 Ways to Improvise, Adapt, and Innovate – Plus a Super Birthday Sale!

Posted on May 31, 2013 by Avish

Today, Friday, May 31st, is my birthday! And it’s not just any birthday – it’s my 40th birthday. Wow, what a milestone! But far from being sad about it, I am excited! The first 40 have been great, and I … Continue reading →

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Something is Better than Nothing

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Avish

Pop quiz hotshot: would you rather: Have $0 or $0.50? Burn 50 calories or no calories? Spend 10 minutes a day doing something fun or no minutes a day? These seem like obvious trick questions right? Maybe, maybe not… I … Continue reading →

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Giving Thanks, Improv Comedy Style

Posted on November 21, 2012 by Avish

It’s Thanksgiving Time! (here in the U.S. at least. For the rest of you, it’s…er…a random week in November!) Over on my Ding Happens Blog, I’ve put together an article about how you can use the creative principles of improv … Continue reading →

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10 Ways to Create Ding Moments that Help You Achieve Goals, Bust Plateaus, and Beat the Competition!

Posted on October 30, 2012 by Avish

If you are struggling to get out of a rut, achieve a goal, or have your business stand out from the competition, then perhaps instead of working longer and harder you should something completely different and create a Ding Moment! To … Continue reading →

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How to be a Master of the Unexpected in 9 Simple Steps

Posted on October 8, 2012 by Avish

You may have noticed that I have been a tad remiss in updating this blog. I haven’t gone into witness protection or been abducted by aliens; no I’ve just been a little busy. You see, I just got married this … Continue reading →

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Motivational Cliches and Improv Comedy

Posted on July 24, 2012 by Avish

Here’s a video clip of me performing as part of a Comedy Night at the National Speakers Association: (Note: the video starts out wobbly for some reason, but then straightens out) The theme of the night was “Whose Cliche is … Continue reading →

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Ding Happens! How to Improvise With Anything Life Throws Your Way!

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Avish

On this blog, and in my speeches, I use the phrase, “Ding! Happens.” If you have seen me speak, then you know exactly what I am talking about. If not, you may be confused. Here then is the explanation of … Continue reading →

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5 Steps to Lead Effectively When the Ding Hits the Fan!

Posted on January 12, 2012 by Avish

Here’s a simple fact: anyone can seem like a great leader when everything goes perfectly right. If you have a great team of people, and everyone does what they are supposed to, and the market conditions stay favorable, and all … Continue reading →

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7 Simple Ideas to Kick-Start Your Creativity

Posted on November 4, 2011 by Avish

This past Tuesday was the first session in the Smart Ass Success Teleseminar Series. I had an awesome interview with Scott Ginsberg, and he shared a ridiculous amount of information and a ton of ideas anyone can use to tap … Continue reading →

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5 Ways to Keep Going When Things Get Dirty, Muddy, and Downright Painful

Posted on July 21, 2011 by Avish

If you have ever pursued a dream, goal, or passion, then you have certainly faced setbacks. There have been times where continuing seemed difficult or impossible. You may even have wanted to give up. We’ve all been there! And it … Continue reading →

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