December 29th, 2008 -- Posted in Marketing Tips, Misc Ranting, Time Management, Wealth Strategies |
It’s not uncommon for this time of year to focus on goal setting and strategy implementation for the beginning of the next year. This article by Rich Schefren touches on the process of how to come up with those items. I was amused by his stating he has a list of 62 items to incorporate into his "New Year’s list. I too, have numerous things to accomplish so the key is at the end of his article…. be sure and schedule the items in. As with many "resolutions" there can be a tendency to come out of the shoot, full of enthusiasm, only to tucker out after a few months - so be realistic with your time and pace yourself. Example: I use the first few months to focus primarily on my business goals, and then add my "personal" goals during the second quarter….and continue to add thereafter.
(Article by Rich Schefren of Early To Rise )
I discovered long ago that if I wanted to continually improve my company and my own performance I need to leverage my past experience for all it’s worth. Stated more simply - to make 2009 the best it can be, you need to continue reading »
October 22nd, 2008 -- Posted in Misc Ranting, Vacations and Fun, Wealth Strategies |
I grew up in a pretty conservative household when it came to saving and spending money. Guess that’s why I started teaching my daughter, Mikaila, when she was young (& the other kids in my life) to be responsible with their money early on. By the way, she’s the baby and just turned 21 today! Happy Birthday kiddo!
I believe in giving children an allowance for two reasons. One, it instills in them a sense of pride completing a responsibility and receiving something tangible for their efforts. But secondarily (& most important I think), is to teach them how to manage money early on.
I gave the kids 4 "piggy banks" when they were about 4 years old and explained continue reading »
October 16th, 2008 -- Posted in Misc Ranting, Retirement, Wealth Strategies |
The Department of Treasury and the Ad Council has recently created a campaign targeted to 18-24 year olds, to introduce them to "debt management and credit ". They’ve developed an interactive game by the name of "The Bad Credit Hotel ". I played it last night and there is some good information provided. The fact that it is interactive makes it more interesting; particularly for the age group they’re trying to reach.
A statement they sent to me said, "According to a study conducted by Sallie Mae, more than 50 percent of college students accumulate more than $5,000 in credit card debt while in school. Additionally, Capital One reported that only 10 percent of high schools in America teach financial management and continue reading »
October 10th, 2008 -- Posted in Home Business Ideas, Retirement, Wealth Strategies |
Today all of the headlines make you dizzy with the news of the stock market and housing plunges again. Headlines such as - Amid panic, Stock Market Makes Wild Swings, Which Banks are Solid Now, 1 in 6 Owe More than Their House is Worth, and on and on…. You could spend all day paralyzed not taking any action due to fear. Understandably, we’re in and going into even more uncertain times.
Confidence in the U.S. system is sinking, and there are many who are predicting the "bottom" will be a much harder hit than originally expected. What can you do to protect yourself and your families? Educate yourself! If you’re in the Middle Class, you will likely slide into poverty unless you take action. Here’s a specific suggestion continue reading »
July 5th, 2008 -- Posted in Home Business Ideas, Time Management, Wealth Strategies |
Here’s an interesting article discussing the 3 steps to being more productive at work (by Bob Cox )
Please leave a comment about the steps YOU take to be more productive… 
I need to e-mail my sister this video of dogs and cats playing. It is so cute, she will love it.
I need to check my favorite sports team website to see who has been traded and all the recent rumors surrounding our star pitcher.
I need to call Bill to set up our golf game for next week.
I need to add to my blog so my readers will be updated on my latest insights into Obama’s campaign.
I need to go online and pick out a gift for Aunt Sarah’s birthday.
I really need to think about where I’m going for lunch and what I’m going to eat.
Do any of the above sound familiar? Of course they do!
I call this "ID Syndrome " - the disease of Internal Distraction . And unless you learn how to defeat this affliction, you won’t get anywhere at work or in life.
We all have personal thoughts like these while we are working. But there’s a big difference between how high achievers deal with them and how people who never do better than the status quo deal with them. You see, high achievers recognize that these thoughts are WANTS - not NEEDS - that should be dealt with outside of the working day.
Here’s a little example of just how problematic internal distractions can become…
Let’s say you are continue reading »
June 24th, 2008 -- Posted in Home Business Ideas, Wealth Strategies |
I came across an article today that resonated with me to the bones, so I thought I’d share an excerpt with you….
Leave a comment with your thoughts about this (male or female)…. I’d love to hear from you
5 Reasons Why You Should Be Rich by Kim Kiyosaki
A young journalist approached me recently and said passionately, “We have to make women aware that they have to continue reading »
