Ready Set...

Recently I have attended several training sessions that were amazing.  From each training, or event I attend I always pick up a few special tips that I love incorporating into my FunSchway way of life.  One of the tips I recently incorporated was that of always being ready.  This was particularly important when it comes to public speaking.  There may be many times when you are preparing for a presentation so much that you forget the importance of practicing your presentation and rehearsal.

Golden Chicken Nuggets

I am a collector of what I refer to as Golden Chicken Nuggets and I am proud of it!  Whenever I attend a training class or any type I am always in search of those little nuggets of information that are definitely something that I can use in my tool box of skills I need to inspire and revitalize me.  I am a strong advocate of taking any training offered (even if it is a repeat of a course I have already taken) several times knowing it will always provide me with new nuggets of information I didn't remember from the first time. 

Attitude of Gratitude

I know there are often times when we get so wrapped up in the hustle and bustle of our daily routines that we forget just how good we have it.  I try to always stop for a moment and think about what I actually have.  Sometimes it is necessary to just stop for a moment.  We need to take the time to realize just how lucky we are.  We need to develop an appreciation for what we have not necessarily what we don't have.  I call this developing your "Attitude of Gratitude". 

Does Anyone Work Here????

Have you ever gone into a business and there were a number of people behind the counter and you instantly became invisible?  I can't explain why this happens, but I often do not feel that there has been enough emphasis on good customer service.  I think it is essential for any type of business or service industry to really make it a point to provide training especially in the area of customer service.  Business' can succeed or fail based on this one particular area. 

Open Mind Open Heart

Here's an important tip about always keeping an open mind when listening, experiencing and looking at new and different things that come into our lives.  One of the things that I have always prided myself in is to always keep an open mind.  There are several ways to do this which I think keeps that door and your mind open.

1. Always try and listen actively
2. Don't be immediately judgmental
3. Respond rather than react

Chose Wisely Grasshopper

In your business and life journey, it is essential that you very carefully weigh the pros and cons of your choices.  On my journey to really build my internet market in a positive and supportive way, I need to make some key decision on what and where I need to put my emphasis.  As part of that strategy, it has to meet the FunSchway test to be acceptable for my expectations.  Here are some key things that I consider essential.

Miscellaneous Inspiration

Have you ever stop to think about those things in life that inspire you?  Yesterday I ran across something that I thought was great inspiration for aspiring speakers, trainers, and educators.  I had never seen something like this before and thought it was a brilliant collection of ideas and tips.

Breaker Breaker One Nine...Come in Rubber Ducky

As my journey continues, I find the importance of staying in contact with business associates just as important as personal acquaintances and our families.  I mentioned in a previous BLOG about the importance of a support group, and your business associates are key to that support.  I attended another amazing training the other day entitled Out of Sight, Out of Mind, and Out of Pocket by Susan Dakuzaku.  It really drove home this connection.

Letting Go

It's 2015 a time for starting fresh.  I think that many people feel this way and it is a good time to stop and reflect on those things that you want to change for the upcoming year.  Here are a few tips to think about as you venture down this road of change.

Support Community

The value of expanding your network of friends and business relationships is very important.  This is one way of feeling like your connected.  As you get older this becomes a critical part of your well being. 

Education Education Education

You can never get enough knowledge in your lifetime.  As an entrepreneur, I cannot get enough from learning from others.  Whether it is from attending toastmasters meetings, speakers guilds, women's groups, friends, or association with those in the know, I crave additional knowledge.

Happy New Year

Happy New Year fun fans!  I have decided to provide you with one of my most favorite TIPS about starting the year out right.  Every year at this time, people often reminisce about what has happened over the past year and decide to make changes for the better.  This is a good thing, but often what happens is when their New Years Resolutions fall along the wayside and don't get accomplished right away they experience a sense of failure early on.  People often feel trapped into having to wait a full year again to start over.

Support Systems Up and Running - All systems GO

Back at it!  Time briefly slipped away from me and I started thinking about all the wonderful things I am thankful for and how passionate I am about bringing happiness wherever I can.  Now I am ready to spring into action. 

Good Vibrations

There is a lot to be said for good anxiety.  I find that it happens to me more often and I am happy to see it.  People often ask me if I get nervous before I speak.  Well of course there is a tinge of nervous, but I am passionate about speaking and it is an exhilarating boost to my ego that people are willing to listen to me share some great value messages with them.  I call this good anxiety or good vibrations. 

Happy Halloween

Scary how this creeps us on us so fast every year.  Witch brings me to my important tip of the year…..TIME Management.  Getting things organized and in perspective may be frightful for some, but to be FRANK, it is the necessary thing to do.  Make sure your calendars are up to date and not in GRAVE CONDITION.  

Blogging R Us

As a member of a great group of individuals called Masterminders, I am currently tasked with getting my Blog on.  I am not used to blogging, so this is going to be a challenge.  It is a challenge that I am willing to step up to the plate and take responsibility.  This has to be fun or I know myself and I will quickly get disengaged.