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February 8th 2008 12:39
ACTION LEADS TO SUCCESS by Mark Victor Hansen
Visualization is the most important foundation of success. You first have to figure out what it is that you truly want love, respect, wealth, etc. Second, you have to believe that these things are already yours. See yourself as having that loving relationship. Visualize yourself being respected and admired by your peers. Know that you are bringing home a million dollars a year.
Third, you must create a plan to bring these things into your life one action step at a time.
Wanting, desiring, wishing these are all important parts of achieving your dreams. But participating in the realization of your dreams by taking action says, "Hey, I believe that what I want is possible so now I'm moving forward to get it!" You are showing that you have decided what you want and deserve, and that you have identified the action steps necessary in attaining your dreams and desires.
In the beginning, taking action may seem a little scary. You'll probably feel butterflies in your stomach when you take that first step. You may even think the fear will stop you, at some point. But think of how you would feel if you never tried. If that doesn't convince you, close your eyes and imagine the overwhelming joy of seeing your dreams realized! There you are in your new home, or your fulfilling relationship, or getting that promotion!
Don't be surprised when fear shows up before you take action. Greet it with a smile and say, "Hello, I figured you'd probably be showing up." Then turn your back to it and take that step anyway. You will be rewarded for your decisive action.
My Dad by Bob Burg
Have you ever known of someone who sets an example you can learn from , emulate, and utilize for the rest of your life? Such a person is my Dad.
Dad's ability isn't only finding the good in everyone, but also verbalizing it. He's mastered building people both directly and to others. Most people gossip. Dad finds and speaks the good. When he must correct, it's always with tact and kindness.
Most people relate to others the bad spoken of them, creating conflict. Dad always relates the good someone said about them, bringing people closer together.
Have you ever heard husbands, when speaking to others, make unkind remarks about their wives? It's one of those "macho" things. Sure, they're "only kidding," but words matter. Examples, good and bad , are set, especially for children. Dad ALWAYS speaks of Mom in the most complimentary, glowing terms. As does she of him. They began poor and built a successful business. Although Dad was the one in the public eye and Mom more comfortable behind the scenes , Dad always made sure everyone knew who he considered to be the true driving force behind the business.
My favorite "Dad story" took place when I was 12. We were having carpet installed in our home. The crew boss was one of those ste reotypical beer-guzzlin', hard-livin' guys, who would have probably belonged to Ralph Kramden's Raccoon Lodge from the old Honeymooner's TV show (nothing wrong with that - just painting a picture
).
For lunch, my folks bought pizza for the crew. Dad went to talk with the boss about the job. I was around the corner listening.
The boss said, "This is an expensive job. Women will really spend your money, won't they?"
Dad responded, "Well, I'll tell you, when they were right there with you before you had any money, it's a pleasure to do anything for them you possibly can."
This wasn't the answer he expected. He was looking for negative talk about wives which, to him, was natural. He tried again, "But, gee, they'll really play off that and spend all they can, won't they?"
Dad replied, as I knew he would, "Hey, when they're the reason you're successful, you want them to do the things they enjoy. There's no greater pleasure." Strike two.
The crew boss tried one more time, "And they'll take that as far as they can, huh?" Dad responded, "She's the best thing that ever happened to me. I'd do anything to make her happy."
I was trying not to laugh. I knew he wanted Dad to give in just a little bit and say, "Yeah, I guess that's true." But I knew that wouldn't happen... not in a million years! Finally, the boss gave up. Maybe he learned something about respecting one's spouse. Maybe not. But it taught a young boy a lot about the power of respect and edification.
Mom and Dad recently celebrated their 43rd wedding anniversary. They still hold hands, and are more in love than ever. Would there be any doubt?
Bob Burg
Visualization is the most important foundation of success. You first have to figure out what it is that you truly want love, respect, wealth, etc. Second, you have to believe that these things are already yours. See yourself as having that loving relationship. Visualize yourself being respected and admired by your peers. Know that you are bringing home a million dollars a year.
Third, you must create a plan to bring these things into your life one action step at a time.
Wanting, desiring, wishing these are all important parts of achieving your dreams. But participating in the realization of your dreams by taking action says, "Hey, I believe that what I want is possible so now I'm moving forward to get it!" You are showing that you have decided what you want and deserve, and that you have identified the action steps necessary in attaining your dreams and desires.
In the beginning, taking action may seem a little scary. You'll probably feel butterflies in your stomach when you take that first step. You may even think the fear will stop you, at some point. But think of how you would feel if you never tried. If that doesn't convince you, close your eyes and imagine the overwhelming joy of seeing your dreams realized! There you are in your new home, or your fulfilling relationship, or getting that promotion!
Don't be surprised when fear shows up before you take action. Greet it with a smile and say, "Hello, I figured you'd probably be showing up." Then turn your back to it and take that step anyway. You will be rewarded for your decisive action.
My Dad by Bob Burg
Have you ever known of someone who sets an example you can learn from , emulate, and utilize for the rest of your life? Such a person is my Dad.
Dad's ability isn't only finding the good in everyone, but also verbalizing it. He's mastered building people both directly and to others. Most people gossip. Dad finds and speaks the good. When he must correct, it's always with tact and kindness.
Most people relate to others the bad spoken of them, creating conflict. Dad always relates the good someone said about them, bringing people closer together.
Have you ever heard husbands, when speaking to others, make unkind remarks about their wives? It's one of those "macho" things. Sure, they're "only kidding," but words matter. Examples, good and bad , are set, especially for children. Dad ALWAYS speaks of Mom in the most complimentary, glowing terms. As does she of him. They began poor and built a successful business. Although Dad was the one in the public eye and Mom more comfortable behind the scenes , Dad always made sure everyone knew who he considered to be the true driving force behind the business.
My favorite "Dad story" took place when I was 12. We were having carpet installed in our home. The crew boss was one of those ste reotypical beer-guzzlin', hard-livin' guys, who would have probably belonged to Ralph Kramden's Raccoon Lodge from the old Honeymooner's TV show (nothing wrong with that - just painting a picture
).For lunch, my folks bought pizza for the crew. Dad went to talk with the boss about the job. I was around the corner listening.
The boss said, "This is an expensive job. Women will really spend your money, won't they?"
Dad responded, "Well, I'll tell you, when they were right there with you before you had any money, it's a pleasure to do anything for them you possibly can."
This wasn't the answer he expected. He was looking for negative talk about wives which, to him, was natural. He tried again, "But, gee, they'll really play off that and spend all they can, won't they?"
Dad replied, as I knew he would, "Hey, when they're the reason you're successful, you want them to do the things they enjoy. There's no greater pleasure." Strike two.
The crew boss tried one more time, "And they'll take that as far as they can, huh?" Dad responded, "She's the best thing that ever happened to me. I'd do anything to make her happy."
I was trying not to laugh. I knew he wanted Dad to give in just a little bit and say, "Yeah, I guess that's true." But I knew that wouldn't happen... not in a million years! Finally, the boss gave up. Maybe he learned something about respecting one's spouse. Maybe not. But it taught a young boy a lot about the power of respect and edification.
Mom and Dad recently celebrated their 43rd wedding anniversary. They still hold hands, and are more in love than ever. Would there be any doubt?
Bob Burg
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