Motivation on the Run

In the name of fairness, I thougt I’d link to this article about the Get Motivated seminars, which were in Des Moines recently. The author, Ken Fuson, slams just about everyone scheduled to speak with personal jabs at Zig Ziglar, George Forman, and Rudi Giuliani, and Steve Forbes.
DesMoinesRegister.com
I’m pumped!
I’m psyched!
I’m fired up!
I’m MO-TO-VATED, and that [...]

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I know I promised on this weeks podcast not to talk about it anymore, but I didn’t say anything about writing about the Songs that Inspire.
Sarah sent in a playlist she uses when she needs to get pumped up! Take a look at this and then tell me music can’t get your blood pumping and [...]

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The question is … What does success mean to you? Zig has five questions for you to answer to help determine the answer. I’ve included a couple, but you need to head over to his newsletter site to read the article in it’s entirety. It’s short and sweet, with plenty of depth. If you get [...]

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Having problems motivating your employees? You might look to yourself before blaming them. Be Excellent has a great article on this with some recommendations on helping. Head over and let him know what you think.
Be Excellent™: Why Your Employees Are Losing Motivation
From Harvard Management Update, comes “Why Your Employees Are Losing Motivation”
“Business literature is packed [...]

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 Motivation45 [23:44m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

What a super week it’s been since last we talked and I am glad to be bringing you episode 45. Enthusiasm and a positive attitude are so important as we move toward success, so keep on keeping on … (that’s a hint for the main topic today)
I give the final update on the “Songs that [...]

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I asked for help locating clips of the songs that were put up as songs that get you going or inspire you. You did not fail to deliver.
Dave, who I knew would know places and Steve both sent in what they could find. Dave’s require Windows Media player, but that should be all and [...]

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If you are interested in reading (and who isn’t) Guy Kawasaki has listed his ten favorite on his blog and I must say, it is an interesting selection. Business books, writing books, and all between. Several are going on my list to read.
Signum sine tinnitu–by Guy Kawasaki: My Ten Favorite Books
Many people have requested my [...]

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Motivation done the right way is seldom big news, but for Nucor, this Business Week article shows, it has paid off it huge profits for the company. Pay is tied to profits not only for the workers, but for management. Do good, get paid well. Do poorly, get paid poorly. This concept works on any [...]

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The Redhead and I will be out of pocket for the next few days, so posts will be “catch as catch can.” If an Internet connection presents itself, I may find the time to see what’s happening in the world of Business and Motivation. No promises, mind you!
Enjoy your weekend …
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Toastmasters continues to be an excellent resource for improving speaking and leadership skills. Today at the local club I am a member of, we celebrated (quietly) our two year anniversary. The Toastmaster (Rick) for today was the one that caught it and surprised us with a theme for the day that was a reflection of [...]

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