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Want to be a national TV expert and build credibility across the nation? Do you want land big book deals and major consulting contracts? It all begins with getting booked on your first TV show in your local market!Why? The national media will always want to see a "demo" tape of you in action on a TV show in order to book you. Local TV usually does NOT require previous media experience presenting you with an excellent opportunity to land a segment and obtain the demo video Why does the BIG MEDIA need to see you on the air? They want to be sure you have great energy and the ability to handle the lights, camera and action that takes place on a major TV set.Do speaking engagements count as a demo? No, because being a great TV guest requires a different skill set than being a great speaker. Sound bites make the difference that is, being able to make strong points in just a few sentences whereas in speaking you are allowed a lot mo
* A - Goals should have Accountability. Who or what are you accountable to for the goal?
* R - Goals must be Realistic. Unrealistic goals will lead to discouragement.
* T - Targets should be Time based. Decide your time-table for completion, and stick to it.
* E - Goals should be Exciting. Exciting goals will be met far sooner than boring, bland goals.
* R - Goals should be Recorded, in a place where you can look at it every day.
Also, I use RSS as much as possible for my blog reading.
I use the 3D method for e-mail: Delete it right away if it’s junk (turn on the preview pane, and please don’t send me an e-mail without a subject line), Delegate it to someone else who can help, or Deal with it (I use chunking where I set aside 30-40
What better way is there to promote your business than by distributing brochures? Say you want to have a garage sale. If you compare a black-and-white flyer with a full-color brochure, which one do you think will capture more attention?- A full color brochure is a sure-fire way to promote your business.- A brochure is a single-sheet document which comes in several sizes. It can be mailed or personally handed out to people and is considered as one of the best promotional materials. It is also a good selling aid.- Whether you need them as product flyer catalogs or as trade show handouts, a brochure is the best format to convey the message that you want to send out.- Promotional brochures can create a lasting impression and they leave a powerful message to the minds of your prospective clients and customers.1. Choose The Paper.Pick the right kind of paper to use. Choose a fun and light color scheme when prin
Benjamin: How did you get started in the field of Self Improvement?
Phil: About 5 years ago, I decided I wasn’t happy with the path I was on, so I decided to pick up a few good books to try to get motivated and change my life. I was reading about 20 books a year, and over the past 5 years, I’ve turned it up to read 40-50 a year on self-improvement, motivation, business, and the like.
B: Were you always this positive a person?
P: No, I sure haven’t been. I used to be an energy sucker. It pains me to admit it, but I was until about 7 years ago. Most of the people I knew then probably wouldn’t recognize me now, and not because my hair color is different. My attitude has changed that dramatically.
B: How has Self Improvement impacted your business and personal life?
P: The more I learn, the more I grow, and the more I am able to help others. In a personal and professional setting, this has helped me impact more people because I better understand them. Dr. Steven Covey has said that the most basic human need is to be understood, so understanding MYSELF has helped me to understand others.
B: How can we Make It Great every day?
P: Attitude is everything. If you believe you can or you can’t, you’re right. I think that was originally attributed to Walt Disney or Henry Ford, and it sounds a bit trite, but it’s true. Believe you can make it great, and you will. That’s the big picture way to greatness.
B: How have you attracted your success with your blog?
P: I visit as many blogs like Make It Great! as I can (I subscribe to 300+ RSS feeds) and try to continue their conversations on their blogs, and trackback with my own conversation. I’ve asked many more successful people than I what has made them successful, what tips they would share, and most importantly, how I can help them. I pay it forward as much as I can. I try to do an interview a month on Make It Great! featuring a blogger I’ve found interesting, and I offer suggestions for improvement when appropriate.
I also write almost every day on Make It Great!, or at least bookmark some sites for later and add them to my site. I link out as much as possible, as there’s no way I could know everything, so I point people to different places who can help complete the picture.
Last thing I do is I leave my comments wide open, I don’t hide my e-mail address, and I respond to EVERY comment I get on my blog, and EVERY e-mail, even if it’s just with a “thanks for your comment” or “thanks for your e-mail.” I use my blog to build relationships, not just traffic, and that helps out a lot.
B: What “lifehacks” do you try to use to increase your productivity?
P: I am a huge believer in setting goals. I use the SMARTER method for goal setting.
* S - Goals must be Specific and the more specific the better. State your goal in as exact of terms as possible.
* M - Targets should be Measurable. That which you measure will be treasured, so think about what will be the measurement of your achievement of your goal.
* A - Goals should have Accountability. Who or what are you accountable to for the goal?
* R - Goals must be Realistic. Unrealistic goals will lead to discouragement.
* T - Targets should be Time based. Decide your time-table for completion, and stick to it.
* E - Goals should be Exciting. Exciting goals will be met far sooner than boring, bland goals.
* R - Goals should be Recorded, in a place where you can look at it every day.
Also, I use RSS as much as possible for my blog reading.
I use the 3D method for e-mail: Delete it right away if it’s junk (turn on the preview pane, and please don’t send me an e-mail without a subject line), Delegate it to someone else who can help, or Deal with it (I use chunking where I set aside 30-40
AuctionTip #1: Howto Put an Atractive Background in Your OnlineAuction AdPage 1 of 9AuctionTip #1: How to Put an Attractive Background in Your Online Auction AdHave you ever visited an auction and noticed a peculiar and catchy background?Here's how to do it. First of, go background texture hunting at this site: http:/www.grsites.com/textures/ Once you find one- upload it to a free image host like: htp:/www.honesty.comNow, for the moment you're been waiting for. This requires HTML so don't faint on me. Make sure this is the first thing that appears in your ad html:That's the code you'l need.AuctionTip #2: The BEST Types of Products to SellWithout a doubt, there are a few types of products you'll need to sel in order to become realy successful on eBay…Here are the 3 types of products you should try to sel if possible:<
B: How has Self Improvement impacted your business and personal life?
P: The more I learn, the more I grow, and the more I am able to help others. In a personal and professional setting, this has helped me impact more people because I better understand them. Dr. Steven Covey has said that the most basic human need is to be understood, so understanding MYSELF has helped me to understand others.
B: How can we Make It Great every day?
P: Attitude is everything. If you believe you can or you can’t, you’re right. I think that was originally attributed to Walt Disney or Henry Ford, and it sounds a bit trite, but it’s true. Believe you can make it great, and you will. That’s the big picture way to greatness.
B: How have you attracted your success with your blog?
P: I visit as many blogs like Make It Great! as I can (I subscribe to 300+ RSS feeds) and try to continue their conversations on their blogs, and trackback with my own conversation. I’ve asked many more successful people than I what has made them successful, what tips they would share, and most importantly, how I can help them. I pay it forward as much as I can. I try to do an interview a month on Make It Great! featuring a blogger I’ve found interesting, and I offer suggestions for improvement when appropriate.
I also write almost every day on Make It Great!, or at least bookmark some sites for later and add them to my site. I link out as much as possible, as there’s no way I could know everything, so I point people to different places who can help complete the picture.
Last thing I do is I leave my comments wide open, I don’t hide my e-mail address, and I respond to EVERY comment I get on my blog, and EVERY e-mail, even if it’s just with a “thanks for your comment” or “thanks for your e-mail.” I use my blog to build relationships, not just traffic, and that helps out a lot.
B: What “lifehacks” do you try to use to increase your productivity?
P: I am a huge believer in setting goals. I use the SMARTER method for goal setting.
* S - Goals must be Specific and the more specific the better. State your goal in as exact of terms as possible.
* M - Targets should be Measurable. That which you measure will be treasured, so think about what will be the measurement of your achievement of your goal.
* A - Goals should have Accountability. Who or what are you accountable to for the goal?
* R - Goals must be Realistic. Unrealistic goals will lead to discouragement.
* T - Targets should be Time based. Decide your time-table for completion, and stick to it.
* E - Goals should be Exciting. Exciting goals will be met far sooner than boring, bland goals.
* R - Goals should be Recorded, in a place where you can look at it every day.
Also, I use RSS as much as possible for my blog reading.
I use the 3D method for e-mail: Delete it right away if it’s junk (turn on the preview pane, and please don’t send me an e-mail without a subject line), Delegate it to someone else who can help, or Deal with it (I use chunking where I set aside 30-40
After the holidays, cables and wires are often a site for sore eyes amidst the influx of new high-tech toys, gadgets, and accessories. Thankfully, homeowners can utilize a few quick steps to restore function and design to their living rooms and home offices. Supplies: Cable Ties(also known as Wire Ties) Cable Tie Installation Tool Electrical Tape or Heat Shrink Tubing Adhesive Back Mounting Bases Surge Protector Step-by-Step Instructions: Start by unplugging and detangling all of the cables and cords. Apply electrical tape or heat shrink tubing to any frayed cords and pull the cables together to a single meeting point. Use the cable tie installation tool to fit a cable tie around the meeting point. Every four to six inches, fit cable ties or wire ties to ensure the cords stay together. Using adhesive back mounting bases can help hide the bundle by attachin
P: I visit as many blogs like Make It Great! as I can (I subscribe to 300+ RSS feeds) and try to continue their conversations on their blogs, and trackback with my own conversation. I’ve asked many more successful people than I what has made them successful, what tips they would share, and most importantly, how I can help them. I pay it forward as much as I can. I try to do an interview a month on Make It Great! featuring a blogger I’ve found interesting, and I offer suggestions for improvement when appropriate.
I also write almost every day on Make It Great!, or at least bookmark some sites for later and add them to my site. I link out as much as possible, as there’s no way I could know everything, so I point people to different places who can help complete the picture.
Last thing I do is I leave my comments wide open, I don’t hide my e-mail address, and I respond to EVERY comment I get on my blog, and EVERY e-mail, even if it’s just with a “thanks for your comment” or “thanks for your e-mail.” I use my blog to build relationships, not just traffic, and that helps out a lot.
B: What “lifehacks” do you try to use to increase your productivity?
P: I am a huge believer in setting goals. I use the SMARTER method for goal setting.
* S - Goals must be Specific and the more specific the better. State your goal in as exact of terms as possible.
* M - Targets should be Measurable. That which you measure will be treasured, so think about what will be the measurement of your achievement of your goal.
* A - Goals should have Accountability. Who or what are you accountable to for the goal?
* R - Goals must be Realistic. Unrealistic goals will lead to discouragement.
* T - Targets should be Time based. Decide your time-table for completion, and stick to it.
* E - Goals should be Exciting. Exciting goals will be met far sooner than boring, bland goals.
* R - Goals should be Recorded, in a place where you can look at it every day.
Also, I use RSS as much as possible for my blog reading.
I use the 3D method for e-mail: Delete it right away if it’s junk (turn on the preview pane, and please don’t send me an e-mail without a subject line), Delegate it to someone else who can help, or Deal with it (I use chunking where I set aside 30-40
Turn the page of any paper or turn on any news show and you’ll likely hear about the global energy crisis and soaring gas prices. But I’m convinced that the real energy crisis is not taking place in the oil fields of Texas and Iraq or the gas stations of New York and California but rather inside the people and the companies that contribute to our global economy. In a recent survey conducted by Harris Interactive Inc. less than 15 percent agree that they feel strongly energized by their work and only 20 percent feel very passionate about their jobs. While part of this crisis can be attributed to management (37% of Managers are indifferent to their company’s fate) a big part of the problem can be associated with worker burnout. 42% are coping with burnout while 33% believe they have reached a dead end in their jobs and 21% are eager to change their jobs. The cost of fatigue, burnout and a lack of engagement to corporate America is staggering. The G
Last thing I do is I leave my comments wide open, I don’t hide my e-mail address, and I respond to EVERY comment I get on my blog, and EVERY e-mail, even if it’s just with a “thanks for your comment” or “thanks for your e-mail.” I use my blog to build relationships, not just traffic, and that helps out a lot.
B: What “lifehacks” do you try to use to increase your productivity?
P: I am a huge believer in setting goals. I use the SMARTER method for goal setting.
* S - Goals must be Specific and the more specific the better. State your goal in as exact of terms as possible.
* M - Targets should be Measurable. That which you measure will be treasured, so think about what will be the measurement of your achievement of your goal.
* A - Goals should have Accountability. Who or what are you accountable to for the goal?
* R - Goals must be Realistic. Unrealistic goals will lead to discouragement.
* T - Targets should be Time based. Decide your time-table for completion, and stick to it.
* E - Goals should be Exciting. Exciting goals will be met far sooner than boring, bland goals.
* R - Goals should be Recorded, in a place where you can look at it every day.
Also, I use RSS as much as possible for my blog reading.
I use the 3D method for e-mail: Delete it right away if it’s junk (turn on the preview pane, and please don’t send me an e-mail without a subject line), Delegate it to someone else who can help, or Deal with it (I use chunking where I set aside 30-40
Boring - that’s the last word we want to hear in our training evaluations! There can be many reasons why our students feel that way. A common reason for boredom and confusion is providing too much information.What factors contribute to this? Perhaps we want to show that we understand the business. Maybe we want to give them a deeper picture in hopes that they will better comprehend the material we need them to understand. Sometimes, students want more information than necessary and in answering their questions we actually bored the others in the class. Too much detail may create confusion, boredom and may be a deterrent to learning.Most trainers enjoy sharing knowledge with their students, and some trainers fall into the trap of getting so excited that they really want to share, share, and share. Let’s face it - our students may not be as excited about the material as we are. Too much detail may drive them to a point of pure frustra
* A - Goals should have Accountability. Who or what are you accountable to for the goal?
* R - Goals must be Realistic. Unrealistic goals will lead to discouragement.
* T - Targets should be Time based. Decide your time-table for completion, and stick to it.
* E - Goals should be Exciting. Exciting goals will be met far sooner than boring, bland goals.
* R - Goals should be Recorded, in a place where you can look at it every day.
Also, I use RSS as much as possible for my blog reading.
I use the 3D method for e-mail: Delete it right away if it’s junk (turn on the preview pane, and please don’t send me an e-mail without a subject line), Delegate it to someone else who can help, or Deal with it (I use chunking where I set aside 30-40 minutes where I am dedicated to e-mail, and I respond to e-mails during this time). I am not perfect at 3D, but when I use it, it works very well. I blog with Performancing for Firefox, and this makes a HUGE difference for my blogging, as I can do categories, formatting, and copy and paste text right into my posts.
Lastly is I only have a cell phone, no home phone, and I carry it with me always and it’s always turned on. I don’t always answer it, but having it on me at all times means I can often get the call right away instead of having to return calls later.
B: How can I go about writing a book and becoming a Web 2.0 Superstar?
P: Writing a book is not as hard as you’d think. Start by picking a topic you’re interested in, and start a blog. Read as much as you can FIRST, link out to other experts, and write your own ideas. Do this for about 6 months or until you feel you’ve found your voice. Write for another 6 months in your voice, then put your favorite 15 or 20 articles on the topic together in 1 document. Print out the table of contents and see what can be put together, what can be deleted, what needs improvement, and try to have 10-12 chapters. Have friends review it, and refine it. Refine it again, hire a real editor (go to your local English department at a college for an inexpensive one), and keep refining. Give the final decision up to someone else so when they say it’s done, you’re done. Use a service like http://www.lulu.com, http://www.dogearpublishing.net or where I used http://www.booksurgepublishing.com and make it happen!
I don’t think of myself as a Web 2.0 superstar, but I appreciate the endorsement Benjamin. I can share with you the tools I use for my blog, and maybe they will help you. They are all FREE!
* Gmail - easy filtering and e-mail to track your conversations, and less spam than Hotmail or Yahoo.
* Feedburner - burn your RSS feed, and GREAT stats for your subscribers to know what RSS reader they use. Plus other tools that are helpful for promotion.
* Technorati - the mother ship of all blog sites. You must list yourself here to be taken seriously in blogging, and if you put Technorati tags on your blog posts, people can easily find you.
* Performancing.com/firefox - right click, write your blog. Includes automatic Technorati tags, bookmark your post at Del.Icio.Us
* Del.Icio.Us - social bookmarking, and I can automatically post my bookmarks to my blog.
* Performancing.com/metrics - metrics package you can subscribe to via RSS and has great reporting capabilities.
* Odeo.com - I put some of my podcasts up here.
* Not free: Typepad - I host my blog here. If you can use Microsoft Word or Excel, you can use TypePad.
B: Can you describe yourself in less than Five words?
P: I’m here to help! Ask!
B: Can you leave our readers with an Action Plan to Make it Great! ?
P: Sure thing.
* Think about what you REALLY want to be known for in your life, what you are known for right now, and take the steps needed in order to get to where you want to be.
* Serve first, and don’t worry about payback. It’ll
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