Category Archives for Leadership

The Long-Term Residual Effect of Leadership Development

 The long-term RESIDUAL Effect of leadership development results in measurable benefits for your business or organization. Our quality of life and accomplishments depend on personal relationships. In

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THE STRANGEST SECRET by Earl Nightingale

THE STRANGEST SECRET by Earl Nightingale Some years ago, the late Nobel prize-winning Dr. Albert Schweitzer was asked by a reporter, “Doctor, what’s wrong with men today?; The great doctor was silent

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Joyce Barrie and Friends

Joyce Barrie is an accomplished coach, keynote speaker, teacher, trainer in diverse areas of business and personal development. Joyce Barrie offers powerful seminar programs, and personal and professional

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Leadership Principles for Business and Organization Growth

Leaders are learners and doers that lead by example. Leadership is a process that begins with personal growth and learning leadership. As we participate in the process of leadership development and

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John Maxwell Intentional Living

The John Maxwell Intentional Living and 7-day experiment prepares us to achieve significance by taking small steps just 10 minutes each day. We have all looked back at your life or times when we felt

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What is Your Unique Selling Proposition?

If you have been in sales or developed a business, you’re probably familiar with the phrase, “unique selling proposition” (USP). It is important to be prepared to communicate your unique selling

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Is Knowledge Power?

Is knowledge power?  I believe that applied knowledge is a lot more powerful.  Isn’t knowledge more beneficial when we practice, experience it, and share what we know? Sixteenth-century, English

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Circulation is the lifeblood of Your business – Add value to others

Circulation is a process that allows life to flow in your business.  Personal development and growth should be a process of learning, practicing, and sharing what we learn. Circulation is vital for life. 

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Authentic Relationships Your Business Foundation

Sustainable business networks are constructed with a solid foundation of authentic business relationships. Unlike the famous Leaning Tower of Pisa, here in Seattle, the tallest building, the Columbia

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10 Mistakes to Avoid in Sales

These 10 Mistakes to avoid in sales are not necessarily listed in order of importance. There are probably a few more to add to the list but I think you’ll agree, that it’s essential to concentrate

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Russell Wilson Super Bowl Winning Attitude – Why Not YOU?

Russell Wilson and his team are going to the Super Bowl!  I have to admit that during half-time, I did not believe the Seattle Seahawks could salvage the game and win. It appeared that all odds were

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The Magic Bank Account – Bear Bryant

The Magic Bank Account by legendary Alabama Football coach,Bear Bryant motivates and inspires us to use our most precious resource wisely. Imagine that you had won the following *PRIZE* in a contest: Each

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Napoleon Hill – Three Feet From Gold

Napoleon Hill  — Three Feet from Gold is an excellent lesson for networkers and entrepreneurs.  Here’s Hill’s short story in its entirety. One of the most common causes of failure

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Jennifer Bricker Meets her Secret Sister

Jennifer Bricker is an American acrobat and aerialist.  She was given up for adoption by her birth parents. Her adoptive parents told her early in life that “I Can’t” is not an option. 

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21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership

The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership by John Maxwell As leaders, we should all recognize that in order to influence our prospects, customers and fans we need to demonstrate our leadership. Here are some

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Get Busy Living or Get Busy Dying

Get busy living or get busy dying and a message of hope was the central theme of The Shawshank Redemption. Unlike other prison movies, Shawshank presents a tapestry of life principles and metaphors for

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A Precarious Situation on Manly Beach

A precarious situation according to the dictionary is when one lacks security or stability, is subject to chance or unknown conditions, or is dependent on the will or favor of another. Do you recognize

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Network Marketing Business Philosophy

Your Network Marketing business philosophy is crucial for success. After over twenty-five years I am still learning and refining my business approach. Develop a strong business posture and belief. Until

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How Great Leaders Inspire Action by Simon Sinek

Simon Sinek author of “Start with Why”, spoke in Seattle in 2010 on how great leaders inspire action.  Simon’s formula starts with your WHY. WHY includes your purpose, your cause. Why

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Seven Slight Edge Principles by Jeff Olson

The Seven Slight Edge Principles by Jeff Olson can be used every day for your personal and business life.  The things we do or don’t do every day move us closer or father away from our goals. 1.

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Microsoft and Tech Industry Sales Rocketships

Household name; Microsoft, is synonymous with global success, growth and multi-billions in sales since it’s inception in 1979.  The tech industry was a buzz in the late 90s with opportunities and

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The Age of Entitlements

We’re in the Age of Entitlements.  You may have noticed all the challenges of this administration’s Affordable Health Care Act.  Health care is not the topic of this article. I am passionate

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New Years Resolutions for 2014

New Years’ Resolutions for 2014 are being written down even as we speak. I watched 2001, a Space Odyssey when I was nine.  I remember thinking that in the year 2000, we would be traversing the stars

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Angela Lee Duckworth – The Key to Success – Grit

Angela Lee Duckworth captures the essence and driver of success — GRIT. She found that people with “grit” eventually succeed.

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