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The Power of a New Perspective
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Loading ...I’ve said it before, but it bears saying again: If you are stuck or struggling, find a new perspective. Take a look at things from a different angle, in a different context, create a new perspective for yourself. It loosens up the mind, creating new thoughts and a different set of emotions. Taking a different [...]
Buzzing!
(Click and rate it!) Loading ...Wow! A head full of ideas this week. Lots to consolidate, and the only way to do that is to write… I was listening to a presentation by Zig Ziglar (I think the guy is amazing by the way! I hope I am that energetic at his age – check him out in action if [...]
Have an iron will – be determined
(click and rate it) Loading ...Still reading through Pushing to the Front… Chapter 3 is another feast of inspiring quotes. Key take aways and thoughts for me: “when a firm decisive spirit is recognized, it is curious to see how the space clears around a man and leaves him room and freedom” John Foster Strong will power will take you [...]
…No chance
(Click and rate it!) Loading ...My notes from Chapter 2 of Orison Swett Marden’s brilliant “Pushing to the front” – “The Boys with no chance”. It is not every calamity that is a curse, and early adversity is often a blessing. Surmounted difficulties not only teach, but hearten us in our future struggles – SHARPE A poor start can lead [...]
Opportunity!
(click and rate it) Loading ...The first chapter of Orison Swett Marden’s “Pushing to the front” challenges the reader to spot, and to take, opportunity. It is packed with inspirational quotes and stories… “If we succeed, what will the world say?” asked Captain Berry in delight, when Nelson had explained his carefully formed plan before the battle of the Nile. [...]
Pushing to the front…
(click and rate it) Loading ...I’m back to an accelerated learning program again – reading and studying. Lots of good books read through, but I have found one very interesting gem and have been trying to work out the best way to share the discoveries from it. It is a book called “Pushing to the front” by Orison Swett Marden. [...]
Are you OWP? Stop it!
(Click and rate it!) Loading ...Are you OWP? Operating Without a Plan. Time and time again I find people, myself included, doing this on a daily basis. It is very easy to end up diving into the action and activity, looseing sight of the desired outcome. Having a plan is an easy way to ensure that you know what the [...]
