1. It doesn’t matter how many people don’t get it. What matters is how many people do.
“It’s critical in social media, as in life, to have a clear objective and not to lose sight of that,” Ferriss says. He argues that if your objective is to do the greatest good for the greatest number of people or to change the world in some small way (be it through a product or service), you only need to pick your first 1,000 fans — and carefully. “As long as you’re accomplishing your objectives, that 1,000 will lead to a cascading effect,” Ferriss explains. “The 10 million that don’t get it don’t matter.”
2. 10% of people will find a way to take anything personally. Expect it.
“People are least productive in reactive mode,” Ferriss states, before explaining that if you are expecting resistance and attackers, you can choose your response in advance, as opposed to reacting inappropriately. This, Ferriss says, will only multiply the problem. “Online I see people committing ’social media suicide’ all the time by one of two ways. Firstly by responding to all criticism, meaning you’re never going to find time to complete important milestones of your own, and by responding to things that don’t warrant a response.” This, says Ferriss, lends more credibility by driving traffic.
3. “Trying to get everyone to like you is a sign of mediocrity.” (Colin Powell)
“If you treat everyone the same and respond to everyone by apologizing or agreeing, you’re not going to be recognizing the best performers, and you’re not going to be improving the worst performers,” Ferriss says. “That guarantees you’ll get more behavior you don’t want and less you do.” That doesn’t mean never respond, Ferriss goes on to say, but be “tactical and strategic” when you do.
4. “If you are really effective at what you do, 95% of the things said about you will be negative.” (Scott Boras)
“This principle goes hand-in-hand with number two,” Ferriss says. “I actually keep this quote in my wallet because it is a reminder that the best people in almost any field are almost always the people who get the most criticism.” The bigger your impact, explains Ferriss (whose book is a New York Times, WSJ and BusinessWeek bestseller), and the larger the ambition and scale of your project, the more negativity you’ll encounter. Ferriss jokes he has haters “in about 35 languages.”
5. “If you want to improve, be content to be thought foolish and stupid.” (Epictetus)
“Another way to phrase this is through a more recent quote from Elbert Hubbard,” Ferriss says. “‘To avoid criticism, do nothing, say nothing, and be nothing.” Ferriss, who holds a Guinness World Record for the most consecutive tango spins, says he has learned to enjoy criticism over the years. Ferriss, using Roman philosophy to expand on his point, says: “Cato, who Seneca believed to be the perfect stoic, practiced this by wearing darker robes than was customary and by wearing no tunic. He expected to be ridiculed and he was, he did this to train himself to only be ashamed of those things that are truly worth being ashamed of. To do anything remotely interesting you need to train yourself to be effective at dealing with, responding to, even enjoying criticism… In fact, I would take the quote a step further and encourage people to actively pursue being thought foolish and stupid.”
6. “Living well is the best revenge.” (George Herbert)
“The best way to counter-attack a hater is to make it blatantly obvious that their attack has had no impact on you,” Ferriss advises. “That, and [show] how much fun you’re having!” Ferriss goes on to say that the best revenge is letting haters continue to live with their own resentment and anger, which most of the time has nothing to do with you in particular. “If a vessel contains acid and you pour some on an object, it’s still the vessel that sustains the most damage,” Ferriss says. “Don’t get angry, don’t get even — focus on living well and that will eat at them more than anything you can do.”
7. Keep calm and carry on.
The slogan “Keep Calm and Carry On” was originally produced by the British government during the Second World War as a propaganda message to comfort people in the face of Nazi invasion. Ferriss takes the message and applies it to today’s world. “Focus on impact, not approval. If you believe you can change the world, which I hope you do, do what you believe is right and expect resistance and expect attackers,” Ferriss concludes. “Keep calm and carry on!”
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Top Ten Ways to Increase Your Influence
1. Maintain impeccable character - make your character one that others know and trust.
2. Develop your skills to excellence. In everything you do, make sure you are a person of excellence.
3. Help others in all that you do. Make sure that you are a win-win person who does things so that everybody can enjoy the fruits of the victory.
4. Be successful at what you do. Success is the ultimate influencer. If you are successful, others will want to learn how - and they'll listen to you!
5. Speak well. Speaking is a powerful tool of influence. Speak well and you will attract others to you - and to follow you.
6. Go the extra mile. Don't quit at average. Go further than anyone else. Make people know you will give them more than they asked for.
7. Be known as the "go to" guy. Let it be your name that people think of when they need something done. Develop the reputation that you can and will get the job done. This will attract people to you like flies to honey.
8. Be generous. Give to others. Help others. Let others succeed, make money, and gain recognition.
9. Know more than others but don't be a know-it-all. People will come to you if they know you will have the answer. They won't if you arrogantly remind them that you have all the answers!
10. Deliver the goods and get the job done. No excuses, get the job done. That's what counts. That's the language people speak. Period.
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Chris Widener is a popular speaker and author who has shared the podium with US Presidents, helping individuals and organizations turn their potential into performance, succeed in every area of their lives and achieve their dreams.
2. Develop your skills to excellence. In everything you do, make sure you are a person of excellence.
3. Help others in all that you do. Make sure that you are a win-win person who does things so that everybody can enjoy the fruits of the victory.
4. Be successful at what you do. Success is the ultimate influencer. If you are successful, others will want to learn how - and they'll listen to you!
5. Speak well. Speaking is a powerful tool of influence. Speak well and you will attract others to you - and to follow you.
6. Go the extra mile. Don't quit at average. Go further than anyone else. Make people know you will give them more than they asked for.
7. Be known as the "go to" guy. Let it be your name that people think of when they need something done. Develop the reputation that you can and will get the job done. This will attract people to you like flies to honey.
8. Be generous. Give to others. Help others. Let others succeed, make money, and gain recognition.
9. Know more than others but don't be a know-it-all. People will come to you if they know you will have the answer. They won't if you arrogantly remind them that you have all the answers!
10. Deliver the goods and get the job done. No excuses, get the job done. That's what counts. That's the language people speak. Period.
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Chris Widener is a popular speaker and author who has shared the podium with US Presidents, helping individuals and organizations turn their potential into performance, succeed in every area of their lives and achieve their dreams.
A word from Robert Kiyosaki...
Take a look at what the best selling author of "Rich Dad, Poor Dad" has to say about network marketing...
http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=D3xBIJzGAgU
I am very grateful I entered the world of network marketing!
Contact me for more info on how you CAN live the life of your dreams through a new explosive business opportunity that combines direct sales and philanthropy.
http://www.planetopp.info
Linda Lashin
email: lindalashin23@yahoo.com
skype: ananlashin
http://au.youtube.com/watch?v=D3xBIJzGAgU
I am very grateful I entered the world of network marketing!
Contact me for more info on how you CAN live the life of your dreams through a new explosive business opportunity that combines direct sales and philanthropy.
http://www.planetopp.info
Linda Lashin
email: lindalashin23@yahoo.com
skype: ananlashin
Develop Goals, Visualize, and Get It!
I found this article & find incredible value in it.
It is my pleasure to share this with you all....
Develop Goals, Visualize, and Get It, by Manish Wilson.
Visualize what you want. See it, feel it, believe in it.Your mind is your mental workshop. You can build anything you want in it. The beginning of your success is in your imagination. Make your mental blueprintand then begin construction. See things as you would have them be instead of as they are. Use your imagination to perceive your new reality, even when it's not fully materialized. Remember, you must first clearly see a thing in your mind before you can do it or have it. Your imagination will show you how to turn possibility into reality.
First think, then organize your thoughts into plans. Then transform your thoughts into reality by taking some positive action. See the things you want as already yours. Think of them as yours, as belonging to you, as already in your possession. Picture yourself as having already achieved your goal. Dreams and ideas can cross continents and oceans. They go anywhere you can go. What you see is what you get.
I am 100% confident that you can have ANYTHING you truly desire in your life. I am happy to mentor serious people on how to create a life without limis through an amazing NEW business opportunity my husband Anan & I are aligned with!
http://www.planetopp.info
It is my pleasure to share this with you all....
Develop Goals, Visualize, and Get It, by Manish Wilson.
Visualize what you want. See it, feel it, believe in it.Your mind is your mental workshop. You can build anything you want in it. The beginning of your success is in your imagination. Make your mental blueprintand then begin construction. See things as you would have them be instead of as they are. Use your imagination to perceive your new reality, even when it's not fully materialized. Remember, you must first clearly see a thing in your mind before you can do it or have it. Your imagination will show you how to turn possibility into reality.
First think, then organize your thoughts into plans. Then transform your thoughts into reality by taking some positive action. See the things you want as already yours. Think of them as yours, as belonging to you, as already in your possession. Picture yourself as having already achieved your goal. Dreams and ideas can cross continents and oceans. They go anywhere you can go. What you see is what you get.
I am 100% confident that you can have ANYTHING you truly desire in your life. I am happy to mentor serious people on how to create a life without limis through an amazing NEW business opportunity my husband Anan & I are aligned with!
http://www.planetopp.info
S-U-C-C-E-S-S
The road to success isn't straight.
There is a curb called failure;
A loop called confusion;
Speed bumps called friends;
Red lights called enemies;
Caution lights called family.
You will have flats called jobs.
But if you have... a spare called DETERMINATION, an engine called PERSERVERANCE, insurance called FAITH and a driver called VISION... You will make it to a place called SUCCESS!
There is a curb called failure;
A loop called confusion;
Speed bumps called friends;
Red lights called enemies;
Caution lights called family.
You will have flats called jobs.
But if you have... a spare called DETERMINATION, an engine called PERSERVERANCE, insurance called FAITH and a driver called VISION... You will make it to a place called SUCCESS!
PERSISTANCE Takes Jessica Watson Around The World in 210 Days!
PERSISTANCE Takes Jessica Watson Around The World in 210 Days!
What inspires someone at 11 years of age to set a 'Goal' to circumnavigate the world non-stop in a small yacht, solo and unassisted?
What I find even more impressive than the attainment of the goal, which for her can be only described as an 'extraordinary project' is the fact that for 5 years of her life since the inception of that first 'thought' she held steadfast on her dream, her project, her calling and was then able to attract the people, the places, the circumstances, the skills, the finances and above all else the emotional intelligence and tenacity at such a young age to manifest it's reality.
This is an extraordinary feat from an exceptional young woman. It also demonstrates that we are powerful beyond measure. Jessica Watson has sailed into our hearts and into our minds and at the same time proved a nation of sceptics wrong.
Why is it when someone wants to live their dream, there is always someone standing by to plant the seed of 'fear and doubt'? This is what Layne Beachley (multiple female world surfing champion) had to say; "Extraordinary. Most of the population will spend most of their lives not going outside their comfort zone. But she has, and what she has achieved is enormous…"
Jessica was quoted as saying, "For me it was never about the record…
"It started out as something that was a personal challenge , but it's become so much more, and it's amazing to be able to share it and inspire other people…"
What is also interesting is the mute farewell she received when she set off 210 days earlier. Barely two dozen boats were on hand to say goodbye, with much of the nation questioning the wisdom of allowing her to set sail and fulfil her dream versus an estimated 50,000 spectators and the pride of the nation displayed on her arrival back home.
"The whole country is proud of Jess's wonderful achievement" – Prime Minister Kevin Rudd
Jessica has been hailed as – "our newest Australian hero" and almost everyone is now bathing in her glory. Refreshingly down to earth and humbled by the response to her extraordinary achievement she made these profound comments...
"I don't consider myself a hero, just an ordinary girl who believed in a dream"
"You don't have to be someone special to achieve something amazing. You've just got to have a dream, believe in it and work hard"
On Australia day her message to young Australians was to "Live Your Dreams". She pleaded for more respect to be given to other youngsters who wanted to chase their dreams. She was quoted as saying;
"We can behave how you want us to if you treat us with respect and if we're given the freedom to achieve things…"
When her parents were questioned about their extraordinary daughter, they replied – "we always held an unshakeable belief in our daughter and Jessica was quoted as saying – "she was grateful for the faith shown in her, by her family and by those who believed in her…"
So what are the Big Ideas from this message?
*Never loose sight of your dreams.
*When you hold you attention and intention of an extraordinary project the universe conspires with you.
*Detach yourself from the 'good opinion' of other people. What they think of you is none of your business.
*Records don't count. The attainment of a worthy ideal, an extraordinary project or goals has inexplicable personal benefits
*Belief, Faith and Action coupled with Persistence is the secret recipe to achieve extraordinary results
LIVE YOUR DREAMS…
You can see more of Jessica Watson at - http://www.jessicawatson.com.au/
Be BOLD - Start LIVING your dreams...
http://www.planetopp.info
What inspires someone at 11 years of age to set a 'Goal' to circumnavigate the world non-stop in a small yacht, solo and unassisted?
What I find even more impressive than the attainment of the goal, which for her can be only described as an 'extraordinary project' is the fact that for 5 years of her life since the inception of that first 'thought' she held steadfast on her dream, her project, her calling and was then able to attract the people, the places, the circumstances, the skills, the finances and above all else the emotional intelligence and tenacity at such a young age to manifest it's reality.
This is an extraordinary feat from an exceptional young woman. It also demonstrates that we are powerful beyond measure. Jessica Watson has sailed into our hearts and into our minds and at the same time proved a nation of sceptics wrong.
Why is it when someone wants to live their dream, there is always someone standing by to plant the seed of 'fear and doubt'? This is what Layne Beachley (multiple female world surfing champion) had to say; "Extraordinary. Most of the population will spend most of their lives not going outside their comfort zone. But she has, and what she has achieved is enormous…"
Jessica was quoted as saying, "For me it was never about the record…
"It started out as something that was a personal challenge , but it's become so much more, and it's amazing to be able to share it and inspire other people…"
What is also interesting is the mute farewell she received when she set off 210 days earlier. Barely two dozen boats were on hand to say goodbye, with much of the nation questioning the wisdom of allowing her to set sail and fulfil her dream versus an estimated 50,000 spectators and the pride of the nation displayed on her arrival back home.
"The whole country is proud of Jess's wonderful achievement" – Prime Minister Kevin Rudd
Jessica has been hailed as – "our newest Australian hero" and almost everyone is now bathing in her glory. Refreshingly down to earth and humbled by the response to her extraordinary achievement she made these profound comments...
"I don't consider myself a hero, just an ordinary girl who believed in a dream"
"You don't have to be someone special to achieve something amazing. You've just got to have a dream, believe in it and work hard"
On Australia day her message to young Australians was to "Live Your Dreams". She pleaded for more respect to be given to other youngsters who wanted to chase their dreams. She was quoted as saying;
"We can behave how you want us to if you treat us with respect and if we're given the freedom to achieve things…"
When her parents were questioned about their extraordinary daughter, they replied – "we always held an unshakeable belief in our daughter and Jessica was quoted as saying – "she was grateful for the faith shown in her, by her family and by those who believed in her…"
So what are the Big Ideas from this message?
*Never loose sight of your dreams.
*When you hold you attention and intention of an extraordinary project the universe conspires with you.
*Detach yourself from the 'good opinion' of other people. What they think of you is none of your business.
*Records don't count. The attainment of a worthy ideal, an extraordinary project or goals has inexplicable personal benefits
*Belief, Faith and Action coupled with Persistence is the secret recipe to achieve extraordinary results
LIVE YOUR DREAMS…
You can see more of Jessica Watson at - http://www.jessicawatson.com.au/
Be BOLD - Start LIVING your dreams...
http://www.planetopp.info
Beautiful Quote
"Learn to enjoy every minute of your life. Be happy now. Don't wait for something outside of yourself to make you happy in the future. Think how really precious is the time you have to spend, whether it's at work or with your family. Every minute should be enjoyed and savored."
Earl Nightingale
Earl Nightingale
Friday, May 14, 2010
GiveOpp Is Starting A Movement
GiveOpp has announced its official Launch date of July 4th, 2010. With a mission to “empower individuals with opportunity and facilitate humanitarian and environmental aid where it is needed in the world”. GiveOpp has combined the influence of social networking with the model of network marketing for the purpose of achieving philanthropic projects internationally.
Every year millions of people are drawn to the power of network marketing by the financial and social benefits of marketing products they believe in and the freedom of working from home. GiveOpp by combining the attractive power of network marketing and creating a community using social media will be implementing and completing sustainability projects around the world. GiveOpp members with their partnerships with non-profit and research organizations creating sustainable solutions will be able to use their resources to create a real difference in the lives of thousands of individuals. Projects will include the implementation of sustainable farms, institution of clean water utilities, assistance for the terminally ill and disabled, distribution of food and resources, resources and education for children in need, environmental aid and more.
“GiveOpp unites people from dramatically different cultures and walks of life toward a common dream: providing real solutions for real problems. Members envision a world in which each human being has the food, home, and quality of life they deserve, for generations to come.” Mark Cosby – CEO
As projects are set in place, GiveOpp members will have the opportunity to assist either from home or by joining hands-on at project location. Projects will focus on international as well as local needs with a plan for long-term sustainability of the institute projects and resources.
GiveOpp Is currently assembling their leadership team and already has members on 5 continents. The first philanthropic projects are currently being initiated and will be completed prior to the July 4th launch date.
For further information please connect with Linda at lindalashin23@yahoo.com
Have a wonderful day:)
Every year millions of people are drawn to the power of network marketing by the financial and social benefits of marketing products they believe in and the freedom of working from home. GiveOpp by combining the attractive power of network marketing and creating a community using social media will be implementing and completing sustainability projects around the world. GiveOpp members with their partnerships with non-profit and research organizations creating sustainable solutions will be able to use their resources to create a real difference in the lives of thousands of individuals. Projects will include the implementation of sustainable farms, institution of clean water utilities, assistance for the terminally ill and disabled, distribution of food and resources, resources and education for children in need, environmental aid and more.
“GiveOpp unites people from dramatically different cultures and walks of life toward a common dream: providing real solutions for real problems. Members envision a world in which each human being has the food, home, and quality of life they deserve, for generations to come.” Mark Cosby – CEO
As projects are set in place, GiveOpp members will have the opportunity to assist either from home or by joining hands-on at project location. Projects will focus on international as well as local needs with a plan for long-term sustainability of the institute projects and resources.
GiveOpp Is currently assembling their leadership team and already has members on 5 continents. The first philanthropic projects are currently being initiated and will be completed prior to the July 4th launch date.
For further information please connect with Linda at lindalashin23@yahoo.com
Have a wonderful day:)
Tuesday, May 11, 2010
Sunday, May 9, 2010
GiveOpp Gives individuals a way to personally prosper while contributing to the world.
OUR NEW JOURNEY CONTINUES...WE ARE SOOOOOO EXCITED
GiveOpp has created a unique philanthropic model, combining the expansive potentials of social networking and network marketing to help solve humanitarian and environmental problems.
PR Log (Press Release) – May 08, 2010 – GiveOpp has announced it's official launch date of July 4th, 2010. Providing a unique and innovative opportunity, GiveOpp has combined the influence of social networking with the model of network marketing for the purpose of achieving philanthropic projects internationally. Their mission is to "empower individuals with opportunity and facilitate humanitarian and environmental aid where it is needed in the world".
Network marketing provides the freedom and flexibility of being able to work from home, or anywhere in the world for that matter. As such with continued endorsements from the likes of Donald Trump and Robert Kiyosaki as to its true value, it attracts millions of people every year who enjoy both the social and financial aspect of being able to share a product that they are passionate about.
By creating and strong sense of community through social networking and providing a way for its own members to prosper by helping others, GiveOpp will initiate, facilitate and complete sustainability projects around the world. This will be aided through their partnerships with ‘The Hunger Project’, ‘Rooms for Joy’, ‘Trees for Life’ and ‘Permaculture’ GiveOpp members will be able to utilise their resources to create a real difference in the lives of thousands of individuals all over the world, many of whom they may never meet. Some of the projects will be the implementation of sustainability farms, institution of clean water utilities, assistance for the terminally ill and disabled, distribution of food and resources, resources and education for children in need, environmental aid and more.
"GiveOpp unites people from dramatically different cultures and walks of life toward a common dream: providing real solutions for real problems. Members envision a world in which each human being has the food, home, and quality of life they deserve, for generations to come." Mark Cosby – CEO
GiveOpp members will have the chance, as projects are implemented, to participate either from their home or by getting ‘hands-on’ out at the project sites. GiveOpp will focus their efforts on international projects as well as locally with a long term plan to ensure sustainability of the instituted projects and resources.
GiveOpp is currently in the process of establishing its leadership team and already has members on five continents. The first Philanthropic projects are being initiated at present and are due for completion by the July 4th Launch date.
Visit http://highway2wealth.info for more details.
# # #
Linda Lashin has worked in the field of network marketing since returning to Perth, Australia in 2005. Previous to that, Linda was working in Japan as an educator of English & TV/stage performer since 1994. Her mission is to assist individuals in realizing their potential and prospering.
GiveOpp has created a unique philanthropic model, combining the expansive potentials of social networking and network marketing to help solve humanitarian and environmental problems.
PR Log (Press Release) – May 08, 2010 – GiveOpp has announced it's official launch date of July 4th, 2010. Providing a unique and innovative opportunity, GiveOpp has combined the influence of social networking with the model of network marketing for the purpose of achieving philanthropic projects internationally. Their mission is to "empower individuals with opportunity and facilitate humanitarian and environmental aid where it is needed in the world".
Network marketing provides the freedom and flexibility of being able to work from home, or anywhere in the world for that matter. As such with continued endorsements from the likes of Donald Trump and Robert Kiyosaki as to its true value, it attracts millions of people every year who enjoy both the social and financial aspect of being able to share a product that they are passionate about.
By creating and strong sense of community through social networking and providing a way for its own members to prosper by helping others, GiveOpp will initiate, facilitate and complete sustainability projects around the world. This will be aided through their partnerships with ‘The Hunger Project’, ‘Rooms for Joy’, ‘Trees for Life’ and ‘Permaculture’ GiveOpp members will be able to utilise their resources to create a real difference in the lives of thousands of individuals all over the world, many of whom they may never meet. Some of the projects will be the implementation of sustainability farms, institution of clean water utilities, assistance for the terminally ill and disabled, distribution of food and resources, resources and education for children in need, environmental aid and more.
"GiveOpp unites people from dramatically different cultures and walks of life toward a common dream: providing real solutions for real problems. Members envision a world in which each human being has the food, home, and quality of life they deserve, for generations to come." Mark Cosby – CEO
GiveOpp members will have the chance, as projects are implemented, to participate either from their home or by getting ‘hands-on’ out at the project sites. GiveOpp will focus their efforts on international projects as well as locally with a long term plan to ensure sustainability of the instituted projects and resources.
GiveOpp is currently in the process of establishing its leadership team and already has members on five continents. The first Philanthropic projects are being initiated at present and are due for completion by the July 4th Launch date.
Visit http://highway2wealth.info for more details.
# # #
Linda Lashin has worked in the field of network marketing since returning to Perth, Australia in 2005. Previous to that, Linda was working in Japan as an educator of English & TV/stage performer since 1994. Her mission is to assist individuals in realizing their potential and prospering.
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