The New Formula For Success

In reflection of an amazing year and in excited anticipation of a new year, I'll be sharing some of my observations, reflections, and strategies.

One of my new mantras is

YOUR SELF WORTH + YOUR NETWORK = YOUR NET WORTH

While one's net worth may appear to be just a number, money is a reflection of various elements of our lives. How much do you value yourself? How much are you willing to invest in yourself to create lasting returns? How much are you willing to form genuine connections with others and then leverage those connections?

In coaching people throughout this year, I've realized how many people are truly standing in acres of diamonds. They have a plethora of resources available to them and yet they continue to drudge on through life as they have to be defined by their circumstances.

Remember that you assign meaning to your circumstances; they don't assign meaning to you! You decide how you will respond to a situation and what its meaning in your life will be. To claim this power and use it is a demonstration of your creative strength and divinity.

Later. :-)

A Fabulous Weekend in San Diego!

I took a short yet very relaxing excursion to San Diego with a good friend over the weekend. It was my first time in San Diego, and I found the city to be fun and interesting.

We took in the sights and eats in the popular Gaslamp District and also hung out at the Hotel del Coronado. We went to Balboa Park and finished Sunday off with shopping at the Las Americas outlet. A great way to relax and have some fun before the chaos of the holidays begins!

Pics!

Super Sunday Quote

God enters through every individual through a private door. -Ralph Waldo Emerson

Super Saturday Quote

Bliss is when your mind takes a backseat to your spirit! -Lisa Nicole Bell

An Entrepreneur's Intuition

Intuition is something we generally perceive to be a technique used in our personal lives to help us avoid bad situations. However, business people need to use their intuition now more than ever to discern which moves to make, when to make them, and with whom to make them.

The economic fluctuations witnessed over the past year are evidence that many of the
things we perceive to be stable and unshakable are indeed subject to change. As a
business person, you may find yourself feeling confused, frustrated, or even scared of the changes in your environment and what will happen next.

This is a unique time for business as periods of economic stagnation are often when the most brilliant and successful of businesses begin. Rather than be fearful, use this time to arm yourself with the knowledge and skills necessary to survive and thrive. One of those skills that can serve you no matter what is happening in the economy is your intuition.

You may have had an experience where the facts and physical evidence seem to point to
the validity of a decision, but you have a nagging feeling that something isn’t right or that you shouldn’t move forward. Later, you discover why you had the unsettled feeling – because something was indeed out of order. Or maybe you wanted to hire a prospective employee because you had a good feeling about him or her, but the resume left something to be desired. Later, that person becomes a superstar at your competitor’s company and does great work. These kinds of situations present themselves every day.

Your intuition is given to you as a protective gift that will serve you if you learn to listen to it. Other people may not appreciate or understand all of your decisions, but you can rest assured that your intuition is your lifelong ally, dedicated to your survival and success. Give yourself time and space to make important decisions, and remember that life and business are about learning and growing. Begin using your intuition as a business tool; you will be surprised how many bad deals you can avoid and great deals you can create when you allow both your head and your heart to guide your decisions.

The Gift & The Curse of Time

Today I'm heading to an event for entrepreneurs then to lunch with a fellow entrepreneur who I may partner with. Then it's on Toastmasters and then to the office for a little work before relaxing at home.

As I plan my days over the next few weeks and into the first part of 2010, I'm realizing how incredibly important TIME is. How do you manage your time? I witness many people allowing their lives to float by...always waiting for the future or the weekend so that they can be happy and have permission to live the lives they want to live.

I read Napoleon Hill's book, The Law of Success, earlier this year and in it he discussed the increasing importance of time. Time really IS the most important thing we have - we can't get it back and as it wears on, it tells on us. It reveals age, intentions, growth, dedication, and a host of other things.

I have committed to finding PRODUCTIVE ways to spend my time through the remainder of the year and definitely in 2010. I have a lot on my plate for next year, and while I'm super excited, I realize that I have to commit to managing my time wisely and making things happen for myself and others.

Time is ticking...what choice will you make for YOUR time?

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