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If you (or someone you know) is struggling with how to make heads or tails of what to do in today’s economical environment you might be interested in continue reading »
Having been self employed for the last 7-8 years has allowed me freedoms that I never had while working for someone else. I have been very blessed with the people in my life and the opportunities I’ve had (and still have!) I donate regularly to a couple of "favorite" charities, but the best feeling has been donating my "time". continue reading »
I’ve taken on a Personal Development project to create a short series of videos on frustrations and challenges, addressing why career changes are sought out and some challenges when they are made. A final video will recap the benefits of creating the first 10. These can be found on YouTube as well, if you’d like to subscribe.
Finally, here’s the recap video of what my experience was creating the first 10. …
Please leave a comment about what you’d like to hear about on future videos….. any specific training topics for example 
Until next time, J.
"Take control of your destiny or someone else will"
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Are you confused about why commodity prices are going up and the dollar is tanking? Are you confused about whether we are in a recession or not? Thank goodness we are now a global economy or we would be in dire straights for sure!
A documentary is now playing across the nation that’s about Americas 4 key deficits - savings, budget, balance of payments and leadership, plus the implications for all of us as U.S. citizens.
This movie explains why as a nation we can’t continue "business as usual", and why we need a major shakeup to avoid becoming what we are referred to in China…… "The Modern Roman Empire"
Find a movie location in your area by clicking I.O.U.S.A. If it’s not playing near you, the DVD should be out soon.
If you’ve seen this movie, leave a comment about your reaction and thoughts
Until next time, J.
"Take control of your destiny or someone else will"
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To read this entire article by Michael Masterson click here.
If you’re short on time here’s Michaels’s tips…. the difference between an information addict and an information user…
An information junkie is addicted to the process of buying information. Although he may delude himself into thinking otherwise, he has no intention of ever using the information he buys. An information user is very practical about his purchases . He buys information for specific, pragmatic purposes. He uses the information he buys to achieve specific goals - to start or grow a business, to learn a new language, to improve his negotiating skills.
An information junkie is happiest at the moment he is buying the information . His enthusiasm soon wanes, however. Within hours or days of receiving it, the information junkie is on to other things. The new product goes up on the shelf with the old products. He’s excited about the next new one.
An information user makes progress . See him reading a book about nutrition, and there’s a very good chance (if he likes the book) that his eating habits will change in the immediate future. The information junkie, in contrast, may have 26 books about nutrition in his living room. He may have even read them all - while he was lying on the couch eating potato chips.
An information user is someone who consumes information to profit from it . If he invests $100 in learning about some subject, he expects to see a substantial return on that investment - perhaps a thousand dollars’ worth of value, material or spiritual. An information junkie consumes information like drugs or candy bars. It gives him an immediate rush and then nothing afterward. That’s why he needs to buy more.
The information user has long-term expectations when it comes to knowledge . He believes the knowledge he acquires now will compound over time as he learns more and is in a better position to leverage what he has learned for greater benefit. The information junkie is in it for the here-and-now . He doesn’t believe in saving. He’s always on to the next hot thing.
What about you? Are you an information junkie? Take this test and see…
1. In the past year, I’ve purchased more than 12 books that I haven’t read. (If your answer is Yes, give yourself 2 points.)
2. In the past year, I’ve purchased:
3. In the past year, I’ve purchased at least one $1,000 information product that I didn’t use. (Yes = 5 points)
4. I am most excited about the information that I buy:
5. When I read a book, I feel compelled to read it from cover to cover. (Yes = 2 points)
6. I generally take notes when I read something. (Yes = 1 point, No = 2 points)
Well… how did you score?
If you scored 8 or above, you are indeed an information junkie. If you are an information junkie, don’t despair. You can convert yourself into an information user simply by following two rules:
1. When you buy an information product, set specific deadlines for reading it and implementing what you learn. For instance, set a goal that you will take one of its recommended actions within 24 hours of receiving the product. Then resolve to take at least one more recommended action each week thereafter.
2. Don’t buy another product until you have made some progress with the one you previously purchased.
That’s all there is to it. Obey these two rules and you’ll not only break your addiction, you will radically improve your life.
So, what are you…..leave a comment
Until next time, J.
"Take control of your destiny or someone else will"
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While some keep watching CNN (Constantly Negative News ) others are making a great living working from home and recession proofing their income . The days of working in traditional jobs for numerous years only to be downsized because of outsourcing or economy issues are changing many of the populations’ mindset. We’re not as trusting as our parents generation, mainly because we’ve seen the rug pulled out from people too frequently.
Economist Paul Zane Pilzer says, "We’re in the midst of a boom in home-based businesses, and it shows no sign of slowing ."
Technology makes it easier to work from anywhere now. Combined with the desire for greater financial opportunities, a more balanced lifestyle and creating your own security - you may also want to consider joining the revolution !
Leave a comment about how you are recession proofing your income
Until next time, J.
"Take control of your destiny or someone else will"
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You might say it’s a bit like "pay it forward"…… and one of the side benefits is that yes, the money part happens as well!
Leave a comment about why you like to work from home
Until next time, J.
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Or was it the other part of the title - making 6 figures? What would you do if you were able to achieve that working from home? Would you become debt free and help other family members get on their feet? Would this allow you time (and resources) to give back to the community and donate your time? Is there anything bigger than YOU that you’d like to participate in, anything you are passionate about?
Please leave a comment about what YOU thought when you read that title…. there should be as many different answers as there are people…
Until next time, J.
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Do you dream of being your own boss? Are you already? What did it take to motivate you to take the plunge? I’d love to hear from you…
Until next time, J.
"Take control of your destiny or someone else will"
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