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Thursday, January 1st, 2009
Well, think before you leap and quit your job to become a motivational speaker. And I do mean think.
Although I didn’t have kids when I started, I still had to pay my bills and eat. I couldn’t quit my job cold turkey not knowing when and where the next paycheck would come from. You can call me coward or chicken if you want. But you are not going to call me stupid.
I never forgot this lady with a beaming smile on her face. She came to announce to me that she quit her job to pursue her speaking. I mean… She was so excited. She felt like it was the best decision (more…)
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Sunday, December 21st, 2008
Rethink Your Current Lifestyle Before You Jump.
If you are going to launch your speaking career or you want to start any business, now is NOT the time to buy that big house. You shouldn’t go for the fancy car, or the toys either.
Now, I’m not really telling you what to do. It’s your life. It’s your money. Do as you please. (more…)
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Saturday, December 6th, 2008
Stories Are More Important Than Facts
You instantly connect with your audience the moment you engage them in a story.
Having multiple stories and vignettes throughout your speech is like subtly putting your audience in and out of hypnotic trances. (more…)
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Friday, November 7th, 2008
Learn From Those Who Are Living Your Dream.
Alright, we talked about not taking advice from people who are out of touch with reality. But you should also avoid taking advice from people who are not in the trenches.
Simply put, seek out advice from people who are living your dreams versus those who still dreaming and trying to sell that dream. (more…)
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