Performance Strategies

Back to writing...

2011-09-23T10:58:00.003-04:00

After a long absence of "blogging" (mostly due to distraction with social media), I am back to sharing thoughts about Transformations Thinking (aka: personal and professional growth). I've committed to writing each week (more as needed). I'll also be incorporating my blog into my website which will undergo it's own transformation. Your feedback is always welcome.

2010-12-10T11:11:00.001-05:00

#caps2010 is over - quantum conference - IMAGINE: held at "love in" hotel on 30th anniversary of Lennon's passing

2010-11-15T15:17:00.001-05:00

Giving masterclass at Trump Event in NYC - How are "Playing to Win" in life and business? #trumpwin

2010-11-13T08:52:00.001-05:00

Attending Randall Craig's http://ping.fm/51tY8 Social Media Masterclass - transformation likely #CAPSOttawa

2010-11-01T13:51:00.001-04:00

Got back from giving 3-day transformational-thinking masterclass in Hartford - it was hot before leaving / snow on return - ?

2010-10-22T09:07:00.001-04:00

On the passing of a colleague: Keith Harrell - I hope you are "Super Fantastic" wherever you may be...http://tinyurl.com/25a463r

2010-10-21T20:40:00.001-04:00

Success Story: Client confirms achieving 1 year goal of $150,000 in increased revenue in just 9 months - brilliant!

2010-10-21T20:12:00.001-04:00

Registered for CAPS Unconventional Convention in Montreal - Perfect for Transformational Thinkers...and poutine lovers

2010-10-17T18:05:00.001-04:00

Just back from a two-day master mentoring program in Detroit - client made 7 real estate offers! Already 1 accepted

2010-09-28T17:13:00.001-04:00

Just returned from giving a three day masterclass in San Francisco for Trump - Unseasonably warm yet appreciated

2010-09-08T09:04:00.001-04:00

Recently returned from speaking at Trump Profit Lab Toronto and Trump Expos & Wealth Summits in New York, Chicago, Denver and Scottsdale

2010-09-08T08:57:00.001-04:00

Invited by Trump to give transformational thinking webinar - WOW! Hundreds already registered...

2010-09-08T08:54:00.001-04:00

Finished Session 3 of 4 transformational thinking masterclasses for Trump - Topic: Selling to Government - great to see people in action

2010-06-08T23:42:00.001-04:00

Recently completed 3 day transformational thinking masterclass in Montreal and Brantford...great to see minds open up

2010-05-22T13:14:00.001-04:00

Recently returned from giving transformational thinking masterclasses in Calgary, the OC, and Boston - from snow to Mickey Mouse to chowda'

2010-04-29T13:03:00.001-04:00

Canadians win incredible playoff series. What do you think was their "winners' edge" to come back from 3-1 and beat the best?

2010-04-17T12:06:00.001-04:00

Just put 2010 NSA Convention and CAPS Unconventional Convention in my book - looking forward to both

2010-04-17T12:04:00.001-04:00

Recently returned from another successful transformational thinking 3 day masterclass in Louisville, KY - terrific group of open "thinkers"

2010-03-18T12:57:00.001-04:00

Just returned from giving transformational thinking master classes in Edmonton, Calgary, Montreal, and Ottawa.

2010-02-25T17:46:00.001-05:00

Thanks to all for your birthday wishes yesterday.

2010-02-15T10:32:00.001-05:00

Why do sports matter? http://ping.fm/Njp2l [vid] tks to www.lynnrose.com for sharing

2010-02-15T10:17:00.001-05:00

Recently completed another 3 day wealth building master class - terrific aspiring group

2010-01-21T14:32:00.001-05:00

New procedures in place traveling from Canada to the US [vid] http://ping.fm/V6Dmf

2010-01-15T09:51:00.001-05:00

Returning from a successful wealth building master class in Vancouver - great sushi naturally

2010-01-08T21:36:00.001-05:00

Is Social Media a Fad? http://ping.fm/loABO [vid]

Performance Strategies: Become a member...

2009-12-31T23:55:00.001-05:00

Some months back we launched our member site and the response has been incredible. Join us as so many have and get:

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Performance Strategies: Join the team...

2009-12-31T23:50:00.000-05:00

You can now join my success articles group by sending a blank e-mail here. By joining you will receive regular articles on specific performance strategies, success stories, blog broadcast, outrageous offers, and much more. Join today! Your privacy is our priority.

2009-12-31T16:17:00.001-05:00

Wishing you all health, happiness and prosperity for 2010...and beyond! Play "safe" tonight. Take new risks this coming year - Cheers!

2009-12-16T18:15:00.001-05:00

If you were to invest in Real Estate this week, which city would you pick? #investinrenow

2009-12-16T18:14:00.001-05:00

Who said we're in a recession? Client just acquired second competitor...with "class". Seller thrilled!

2009-12-16T18:12:00.001-05:00

Client just secured Blanket Purchase Agreement w/Hill AFB. She attributes the Capability Statement we created for her as a key factor!

2009-12-06T11:17:00.001-05:00

Working on webinar: "Profiting from Social Media" - a primer on facebook/twitter/linkedin and wordpress and their interoperability

2009-12-06T11:13:00.001-05:00

Launching new training program for those looking to "transform" from where there are to where they really want to be...

2009-12-06T11:11:00.001-05:00

Returning from 4 days consulting in the Northwest - stayed on a working ranch - almost hit an Elk driving back to the airport - great trip!

2009-11-29T16:18:00.001-05:00

Sipping English Toffee Latte in a university coffeehouse somewhere in the Pac. Northwest - sun streaming in - enjoying the moment...and work

2009-11-28T18:15:00.001-05:00

Recently returned from a couple of successful "Transforming" training and consulting trips - hope everyone is having a great Thanksgiving!

2009-11-13T13:43:00.001-05:00

Overcoming your weaknesses...It's not what you THINK! http://wp.me/prIiN-2B

2009-11-10T11:02:00.001-05:00

Just got back from giving a transformational thinking BD master class in Boise. Terrific group of engaged people.

2009-11-03T19:13:00.001-05:00

Where do you want to be compared to where your are right now? #here2there

2009-10-24T10:48:00.001-04:00

Procrastination: Ten Things To Know [art.] thoughts? Will you read it now....or later? #dolater

2009-10-24T10:46:00.001-04:00

Are you an Escape Artist (master of procrastination...)? If so, feedback how you manage #dolater

2009-10-18T19:05:00.001-04:00

On flight home (yes online) from Ft. Lauderdale - wrapped up three day bus. dev. master class - great group of people - boat week begins...

2009-10-17T10:00:00.001-04:00

Is your organization playing offense or defense? [article] http://ping.fm/1AhYX

2009-10-15T16:41:00.003-04:00

Just returned from successful 3 day business development consulting in Charlotte. NC - client won University bid! - race week begins...

2009-10-15T16:41:00.001-04:00

San Francisco business master class went was a huge success in spite of some challenges which the team overcame in style! - great job all...

2009-10-08T12:02:00.001-04:00

Just returned from super-successful weekend in Portland, ME teaching business development master class - seafood was great!

2009-10-04T12:40:00.001-04:00

Giving social media master class demo in Portland, Maine - great lobster, clams and "chowda"...

2009-10-04T12:38:00.003-04:00

Just returned from 3 day on-site consulting in Charlotte, NC - Great team of people!

2009-10-04T12:38:00.001-04:00

Recently returned from delivering 3 day business skills master class in Orlando

2009-09-28T00:10:00.001-04:00

"When you change the way you look at things, the things you look at change"- Wayne Dyer

2009-09-21T17:18:00.001-04:00

Next: teaching 3 day class in Orlando, then 3 days on-site helping investigative company in Charlotte, then 3 day class in Portland, ME

2009-09-21T17:14:00.001-04:00

Just returned from teaching master class on business to government in New Orleans - didn't get into trouble - sign of age or intelligence?

2009-09-20T13:51:00.001-04:00

Doing a social media demo in New Orleans...

2009-09-16T10:55:00.001-04:00

Prepping for B2G master class in the "Big Easy" - really "jazzed" to be going...

2009-09-16T10:53:00.001-04:00

Mentoring Success: Travis gets two gov awards: $9k & $5,200 to VA in NC - looking forward to my "on-site" with him next month

2009-09-16T10:50:00.001-04:00

Student Success: Tony got first gov award in only three days after master class: $8600 DJ equipment for US Army in Puerto Rico

2009-09-16T10:46:00.001-04:00

Mentoring Success - Sterling got second gov award: $46k for fans to US Army in GA

2009-09-14T17:15:00.001-04:00

Don't want to go through the motions [vid] http://ping.fm/7aqIX

2009-09-10T13:37:00.001-04:00

Off to NJ to give business to government master class to individuals/companies wanting new sales

2009-09-06T14:29:00.001-04:00

Just about to start a social media demo for my master class in Oklahoma City...

2009-09-02T23:06:00.001-04:00

Heading to Oklahoma City - giving 3 day wealth workshop on biz working with government - great opportunities in OKC

2009-09-02T23:04:00.001-04:00

Just returned from three day on-site mentoring with Kurt and Erwin - great guys, very coachable - will make things happen!

2009-08-27T07:58:00.001-04:00

What is the single most important trait of successful people? Your reply might be featured in my upcoming book

2009-08-26T23:30:00.001-04:00

Only serious, motivated, committed people willing to follow advice of those having succeeded are ready for mentoring...and their own success

2009-08-24T17:44:00.001-04:00

Anyone using Spoke and/or Xing? If so, comments please!

2009-08-24T17:43:00.001-04:00

Next trip - Denver to give a 3 day wealth creation workshop - will see if I can connect with my cousin Ken while I'm there

2009-08-24T16:19:00.001-04:00

Just returned from giving a 3 day workshop in Indianapolis on business working with government (B2G) - already seeing success...

2009-08-24T16:18:00.001-04:00

“It’s not information overload. It’s filter failure.” – Clay Shirky

2009-08-21T16:41:00.003-04:00

In Indianapolis doing a wealth workshop on doing business with government

2009-08-21T16:41:00.001-04:00

If you have experience working with Government what are your challenges?

2009-08-19T17:50:00.001-04:00

My daughter Sam just finished a cover of Katy Perry's "Thinking of You"- listen http://ping.fm/zYqo4 - feedback please...

2009-08-15T14:13:00.001-04:00

Doing a social media demo session in Houston

2009-08-13T21:37:00.001-04:00

creator of the iconic rock/blues guitar and the modern day recording studio, Les Paul left us today at 94 - what a jam in heaven tonight!

2009-08-10T13:43:00.001-04:00

Getting ready to give another 3 Day Wealth Workshop, this time in Houston - after that, on-site mentoring in Toronto - keeping busy

2009-08-09T11:33:00.001-04:00

Amazing dinner in Charlotte at http://ping.fm/iVvGi with Global Sales Authority and Bud(y) Gitomer http://www.gitomer.com

2009-08-08T12:41:00.001-04:00

Doing a social media demo with my class in Charlotte, NC - tks for tips from @joelcomm and @davidnour

2009-08-06T10:52:00.001-04:00

enroute to Charlotte, NC - Giving Business-to-Government Wealth Workshop: everyone should learn how to get this Fortune ONE customer...

2009-08-04T14:12:00.001-04:00

Prepping 3 day master class (tks Alex) wealth workshop for Charlotte, NC

2009-08-04T14:10:00.001-04:00

Returning from 7 Day NSA Conference (Phoenix), 3 day workshop (San Francisco), 3 day mentoring (Vegas), and 3 day workshop (Baltimore)!

2009-08-01T12:58:00.001-04:00

In Baltimore class doing social media demo...

2009-07-30T11:41:00.001-04:00

Heading to Baltimore for a three day wealth workshop - subject: business to government

2009-07-30T11:40:00.001-04:00

Just finished three days of on-site consulting with Vegas-based supply and furniture company - great people, expect great results

2009-07-26T04:09:00.001-04:00

Had an amazing evening at Savanna Jazz Club San Francisco - http://ping.fm/xVPvl - great food and music, visit when you can

2009-07-19T10:17:00.001-04:00

NSA Update Day 2: trade show helpful with great new contacts/resources, cigar peg - super day!

2009-07-19T10:15:00.001-04:00

NSA Update Day 2: opps abound, connected with Gitomer (albeit briefl), if I left now it would be all worth it - staying anyway #NSA09

2009-07-19T10:13:00.001-04:00

NSA Update: Day 2 - Qubein, Ford, Sandborn - tranfornational morning - a brand is born - Transformational Thinking - key contacs made #NSA09

2009-07-18T03:27:00.001-04:00

NSA Update: pool, lazy river, lunch outdoors, 113 degrees, massage, saw old friends/met new ones, starfish too funny, strategy sessions #NSA09

2009-07-17T05:13:00.001-04:00

NSA Update: No sleep, flight too early, Will sleep on the way. Leaving for Phoenix and NSA with strat plan in hand #NSA09

2009-07-15T21:22:00.001-04:00

Just one more day and I'm off to the NSA Convention - Just another day at the bar...I mean office!

2009-07-13T22:42:00.001-04:00

Experience is not always the best teacher...usually the tuition is very high - rather, get someone who has already "graduated" - a mentor!

2009-07-13T10:31:00.001-04:00

student comment from my last workshop - "I'm not overwhelmed...just intimidated" (responding to the volume of detail working with government)

2009-07-09T21:12:00.001-04:00

Had a great dinner at Capt's on the waterfront in Salem, MA with friend and colleague Syd.

2009-07-09T00:10:00.001-04:00

Just joined the 2009 Cigar PEG http://www.cigarpeg.com helping to change the world one party at a time!

Performance Strategies: Entreprenuer Attention Deficit Disorder (EADD)

2009-05-14T10:11:00.003-04:00

If you've ever found yourself juggling multiple projects (not just tasks) without being able to get any done you just might have EADD. Entrepreneur Attention Deficit Disorder or EADD (not a real disorder for those of you who are too literal) strikes individuals who are typically the "idea" people and who try to do it themselves rather than delegate or outsource.

Let's take an example. Say you want to boost sales and you've heard about the social media and networking "thing". You "google" till your eyes are red, reading and absorbing everything you can. You find yourself taking online tutorials, downloading this and that, and along the way, you register with Facebook, MySpace, Linked In, and Twitter but not sure exactly how that will help you. You then get caught up with all your new "friends" and their "expert" advice. This sends you off on a new direction because you've now discovered that you can increase revenue by doing webinars. But, to get that rolling you need a "list". How to build a list? OK, back to Google, more tutorials and again you discover another great idea to make money, and the cycle continues till the wee hours when you realize nothing productive happened and other critical things have been passed over. Tired? Of course.

So what's the solution. Well, first acknowledge the problem and get help. First, get a business strategic consultant (shameless plug, call me any time) to help you create your business blueprint (no not a business plan). That plan will identify strategic outcomes and resources needed. Guess what? If you are a one-man-show, you will outsource, if not and you have the in-house talent with the available time, you'll delegate and oversee.

EADD is not a bad thing. Actually if channeled, it shows creativity and growth potential. But potential is all it will ever be until you realize plates will eventually break if you try to keep too many spinning at once.

Look! A penny!

Performance Strategies - Are Rats Smarter Than People?

2009-02-09T11:45:00.003-05:00

I've trained wealth principles to thousands of students over the years and am constantly reminded of what stops the average person from achieving success. They simply get in there own way and care too much about what others think. By contrast, put a rat in a maze (their "world"), give them a goal (find a piece of cheese), and they will simply go after it regardless of the obstacles or consequences. That instinctive behaviour gives them the ability to succeed. Even when they head down a path and find a dead-end, they backtrack and take another. They continue in that manner till they reach their goal. All too often, people faced with their mazes, simply give up, either because they encountered too many "dead-ends" or because they couldn't figure out another path or because they were embarrased when they noticed people paying attention to their failures. According to the Chinese Zodiac, "Most rats get more accomplished in 24 hours than the rest of us do in as many days." Be bold, be a rate today!

Performance Strategies: Happy New Year and more...

2008-12-30T17:42:00.003-05:00

I want to offer you more than the usual Happy New Year wishes. This past year has been particularly troubling for so many due to a number of external forces. As I've said and written many times "you are exactly where you should be based on the decision you've taken to date". If you are not happy about where you stand today it is likely a result of decisions you made yesterday. So, let's look at what the masses ARE NOT doing right now and consider standing out by doing the opposite.

Embrace Economic Chaos
(courtesy of my good friend and speaking business mentor, Burt Dubin)

Lesser mortals are either retreating or crawling into their shells, doing nothing, waiting for the storm to pass. Most competition evaporates leaving the field to the bold and tough . . . (meaning you).

Ask your subconscious mind to come up with fresh concepts and strategies your market will welcome and pay for.

Simply believe in yourself and say, “Yes I can!”

Engage these tough times to move your business up a notch or two. Quitters are giving up and getting out. This is your moment.

Target new markets in which you are a new face offering new hope. That’s what decision makers yearn for now . . . hope.

Be resolutely persistent. There is a cycle to everything.

Joseph J. Charbonneau, said, “People are either the wind in your sails or an anchor on your tail.” Dump employees, vendors, partners who are not aligned with your spirit and your goals.

Conserve your funds. Honor obligations when due.Ask yourself before buying anything: Will this investment advance me toward my goals? If not, defer it. If yes DO IT!

Avoid discounting by adding value to your present offerings. For instance, as a profesional speaker I am willing to offer an extra program the same day at no extra cost or willing to Host a private round table for senior executives, Chair a panel, MC the event. In other words, go beyond what anyone else would do for them. Pile on the extras. Make your offer irresistible.

Offer proof of the outcomes you deliver. Over-deliver. For instance I offer follow up phone coaching, after-program teleclasses they can record and use throughout their organization.

Relentlessly pursue mastery of your craft. Enjoy every twist of the road before you. Let your inner knowing guide you to weave the shreds and tatters of the economy into a tapestry of triumph for you

NOW, go and have a HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Performance Strategies: Spirituality and Enlightenment

2008-12-26T11:34:00.002-05:00

My dear friend Sukhvinder Singh Jutla has launched a wonderful blog titled: Umeedon ka Gulsan - Garden of Hopes which I recommend you visit. During still or challenging times we need spiritual refreshment. His blog provides such for you to "drink in". Your feedback is valued as a comment on this blog.

Performance Strategies: Make money in any market...

2008-10-15T17:25:00.003-04:00

With the real estate market receding, the credit market in crisis, the stock market plummeting, record job losses, and an overall feeling of despair, it's no wonder people have lost confidence and don't know how they can get money flowing.

As an expert in the real estate market I can tell you the great news. Anyone can make money in this market if they know how and get the experienced help they need to succeed.

What has actually happened? Simple, people bought more home than they could afford and the lenders facilitated that illusion. Many are either in or facing financial ruin with no help in sight.

They could have avoided the drama and trauma by educating themselves and aligning themselves with trusted advisers.

The process is really rather simple. Here it is:

Find a distressed property or seller (easy these days)
Determine the current value (tip: you must know how to do this for yourself)
Determine the costs (acquisition, repair, holding, sales, debt service)
Establish your offer (don't forget to deduct your profit)
Make and negotiate your offer (make sure it's escapable and assignable, no big deposits)
Establish multiple funding sources (create a professional presentation to a lender or private investor)
Determine primary and backup exit strategies (buy/hold, buy/flip, buy/fix/hold or flip, options, etc.)
Perform due diligence (verify everything)
Remove contingencies and close the deal
Execute action plan and exit strategies

If you want to make money NOW in real estate and need help, we are here. We have an amazing, personal coaching program for you. We've done it all before. In good markets and not-so-good markets. E-mail us for details. Yes, you make money in this market. Are you brave enough to find out how?

Performance Strategies - Inspirational Movies

2008-06-14T11:35:00.002-04:00

I'm compiling a list of blog readers' top inspirational movies. Feel free to comment with your list and make sure you include a short explanation for each as to why. Thanks for helping out.

Performance Strategies - Inspirational Music

2008-06-14T11:32:00.004-04:00

I'm compiling a list of blog readers' top inspirational music. Feel free to comment with your list and make sure you include a short explanation for each as to why. Thanks for helping out.