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For Valentine’s Day: Spreading Unconditional Love with “Yes, And!”

How often do you “but” the people you love? Have you though about the message that sends? When it comes to the people we are closest to in our lives – significant others, children, parents, etc. – we want to … Continue reading

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Saying “Yes, And,” Building Trust, and Growing a Business

The internet is a weird, cool place. It provides information to resources, information, contacts, and potential buyers, right there at the tips of your fingers. You can get a tremendous accomplished without ever leaving home. Or showering. Or putting your … Continue reading

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5 Awesomely Motivational Lines from the Greatest Band of All Time!

Today is National Rush Day! No, that does not mean that today we celebrate Rush Limbaugh, or that we go out and join a sorority or fraternity. No, what it means is that today we honor and celebrate the music … Continue reading

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5 Ways to Stay Focused on Your Highest Priority Work!

Don’t be a time manager, be a priority manager.  – Denis Waitley Yesterday, I wrote a post titled, “6 Reasons Why Your Priorities Get all Screwed Up” If you read that article, then you may have thought, “Hey that’s great, … Continue reading

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

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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Save $25 on the Smart Ass Success Audio Series!

Did you miss out on last November and December’s Smart Ass Success Teleseminar Series? If so, don’t worry! You can still download the recordings and transcripts of all seven calls (plus get a few great bonuses)! As a special offer, … Continue reading

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Pay Attention, Work Hard, Experiment a Lot, and Keep at it Until You Get Lucky

Do you ever wonder why some people are successful while you struggle? Do you ever get pissed, jealous, or downright confused by the situation? If so, then this post by J.A. Konrath on his self-publishing blog may interest you. He … Continue reading

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Saying “Yes, And!” With No Thought

My friend and fellow speaker Scott Ginsberg posted a great article titled, “Let me give that no thought.” The premise of his article is that his success comes from his willingness to say “yes” to opportunities as a default, automatic … Continue reading

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(Someone Else’s) Profanity Filled Motivational Kick in the Ass

It’s a new year! If you’re like most people, at some point in the last 30 days you took a brief look at your life, thought about what you wanted to change or improve, and made a commitment that this … Continue reading

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Last Chance to Get the Smart Ass Success Teleseminar Recordings!

Quick reminder: Tomorrow, Friday, December 23rd is your last chance to get the Smart Ass Success Teleseminar before the bonuses go away and the price goes up! This holiday season, give yourself the gift of figuring out and getting what … Continue reading

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