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<p>Welcome to the October 5, 2008 edition of 1 personal development and productivity.</p>
<p><strong>Wally Bock</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://blog.momentor.com/can-you-have-it-all">Can you have it all?</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://blog.momentor.com">Momentor</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>College Degrees</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thecollegedegrees.com/blog/2008/08/top-ten-reasons-to-get-a-degree-online/">Top Ten Reasons to Get a Degree Online</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thecollegedegrees.com/blog">TheCollegeDegrees.Com Blog</a>, saying, &#8220;Have you been debating about whether you would rather earn a college degree at home or get a degree online? If you can’t make up your mind, read this and decide for yourself whether distance learning degree programs are right for you - or whether you want the traditional college campus experience.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Great Management</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.greatmanagement.org/blogs/142/Take-Action-And-Ensure-Your-Career-Is-Successful.html">Take Action And Ensure Your Career Is Successful</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.greatmanagement.org/blogs">The GreatManagement Blog</a>, saying, &#8220;Success is conditional on a simple truth: Learning does not always require thinking.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Wally Bock</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://blog.momentor.com/to-plan-or-not-to-plan">To plan or not to plan</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://blog.momentor.com">Momentor</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Michael Snyder</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://themoralcollapseofamerica.blogspot.com/2008/08/15-things-that-are-wrong-with-america.html">15 Things That Are Wrong With America</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://themoralcollapseofamerica.blogspot.com/">The Moral Collapse Of America</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Sheila Danzig</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.degree.com/blog/2008/08/26/foreign-degrees-how-they-add-up/">Foreign Degrees: How They Add Up</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.degree.com/blog">Degree Talk Blog</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Rich Maltzman, PMP</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://scopecrepe.blogspot.com/2008/08/term-spring-chicken-has-been-used-since.html">Late Summer tips for Spring Chickens</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://scopecrepe.blogspot.com/">Scope crêpe</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Wally Bock</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://blog.momentor.com/different-strokes-for-different-generations">Different Strokes for Different Generations</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://blog.momentor.com">Momentor</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>College Degrees</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedegree.com/blog/online-degree-programs/online-university-programs-offer-winning-solutions/">Online University Programs offer Winning Solutions</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thedegree.com/blog">The Degree Blog</a>, saying, &#8220;Distance learning may not be the ideal answer for every college student. Online universities, however, can provide an excellent alternative for chronically ill or injured students who might otherwise find it difficult or impossible to finish their college degree program.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Wally Bock</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://blog.momentor.com/send-me-a-person-who-reads">Send me a person who reads</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://blog.momentor.com">Momentor</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Andrew Hawkes</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://12monthstoamillion.blogspot.com/2008/09/using-secret-to-succeed.html">Millionaire in a Year: Producing Real Results in a Home Based Business</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://12monthstoamillion.blogspot.com/">Millionaire in a Year: Producing Real Results in Home Based Business</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>College Degrees</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.degree.com/blog/2008/09/11/college-degree-programs-has-the-bologna-process-made-a-difference/">College Degree Programs: The Bologna Process</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.degree.com/blog">Degree Talk Blog</a>, saying, &#8220;The Bologna Process is an attempt to standardize Bachelor Degree Programs and Master Degree Programs among European nations.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Wally Bock</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://blog.momentor.com/20-tips-for-those-just-starting-out">20 Tips for Those Just Starting Out</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://blog.momentor.com">Momentor</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>College Degrees</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thecollegedegrees.com/blog/2008/09/state-licensed-vs-accredited-online-degree-programs/">State-Licensed Vs. Accredited Online Degree Programs</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thecollegedegrees.com/blog">TheCollegeDegrees.Com Blog</a>, saying, &#8220;Finding an appealing online degree program isn’t difficult. More colleges and universities are offering distance learning degrees in an ever-increasing variety of fields. Sometimes, though, knowing which programs offer the degree that will most benefit you can be difficult.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Wally Bock</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://blog.momentor.com/its-not-your-fault-its-just-your-turn">It’s not your fault. It’s just your turn</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://blog.momentor.com">Momentor</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Wei Liang</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://abloggerblog.com/2008/09/lesson-6-google-page-rank/">Lesson 6: Google Page Rank</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://abloggerblog.com">ABloggerBlog.com</a>, saying, &#8220;The rumor out on the net is that Google will be changing PS’s over this weekend. A very useful lesson focusing on what Google Page Rank (PR) is all about, how important it is and what are the tips to increase PR.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Joshua Seth</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://joshuaseth.com/learn-how-to-speed-read/">Learn How To Speed Read | Weight Loss Hypnosis and Personal Development Blog</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://joshuaseth.com">Joshua Seth Blog</a>, saying, &#8220;One of the most useful skills you can acquire for<br />
 accelerated learning is the ability to speed read.<br />
 With speed reading you will actually improve your<br />
 memory and retention of the subject matter, comprehend<br />
 the information better, and increase the intensity of<br />
 your focus&#8230;.&#8221;"</p>
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<p><strong>Todd Goldfarb</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.wethechange.com/the-shift-really-is-happening/">THE SHIFT Really Is Happening!</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.wethechange.com">We The Change</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Dainix</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.1stwebdesigner.com/design/48-greatest-adobe-photoshop-keyboard-shortcuts/">48+ Greatest Adobe Photoshop Keyboard Shortcuts | 1stwebdesigner</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.1stwebdesigner.com">1stwebdesigner</a>, saying, &#8220;Keyboard shortcuts are keystrokes or keystroke combinations to quickly execute some command.  If You like using Photoshop as designer, You will evaluate those keyboard shortcuts strength. However there are really huge amount of keyboard shortcuts in  Photoshop, there is no way You can remember them all - and that’s really not worth it so I created my own list and included there not all, but just those worthy ones and little more.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Helene Zemel</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://workathomemom-dad.blogspot.com/2008/06/formulating-marketing-plan-for-your-at.html">Formulating a Marketing Plan for your At Home Business</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://workathomemom-dad.blogspot.com/">Work at Home Mom and Dad</a>, saying, &#8220;Whether you have a brick and mortar store, an online store or business, have purchased a franchise, own a business creating crafts and handmade items, or your business is an MLM or network marketing company, it is important to create a marketing plan.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Cignus Web</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.cignusweb.com/blog/2008/09/choosing-an-affordable-website-design-company/">Choosing an affordable Website Design Company</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.cignusweb.com/blog">Cignus Web&#8217;s - Blog</a>, saying, &#8220;Cignus Web has always been a hot favorite for providing services relating web design, redesign, development, maintenance. Cignus Web has become the power house of trained services and choice of every big corporation. Cignus Web will fulfill all your dreams that you have for your business. Cignus Web aims at providing best services within affordable amount to all its partners. At Cignus Web not only all types of web services are provided but due care is taken that the services proves itself profitable to their customers to the most.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Matthew</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.fastmedicalinfo.com/2008/10/01/hiv-management/">HIV Management</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.fastmedicalinfo.com">Fast Medical Information</a>, saying, &#8220;HIV management is very important for anyone with the virus. With proper precautions, there is no reason people suffering from HIV can not live a long life. This post explains what HIV management is all about.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>The Five Minute Mentor</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://thefiveminutementor.com/2008/10/10-tips-for-a-successful-freelance-career-in-a-down-market/">10 Tips For A Successful Freelance Career In a Down Market</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://thefiveminutementor.com">The Five Minute Mentor</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>AndrewB</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://personalplug.com/money-business/a-home-based-business-who-why-when-and-where-to-start">A Home Based Business ? Who, Why, When and Where To Start?</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://personalplug.com">Personal Plug</a>.</p>
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<h2>Health - Fitness</h2>
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<p><strong>Neelakantha</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.rncentral.com/nursing-library/careplans/100_positive_thinking_exercises_to_incorporate_into_your_life">100 Positive-Thinking Exercises to Incorporate into Your Life</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.rncentral.com/">RN Central</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Alvaro Fernandez</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sharpbrains.com/blog/2008/08/23/exercising-the-body-is-exercising-the-mind/">Exercising the body is exercising the mind</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sharpbrains.com/blog">SharpBrains: Your Window into the Brain Fitness Revolution</a>, saying, &#8220;Want to generate a few extra neurons?&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Health Blogger</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.dietbluebook.com/live-a-healthy-happy-and-rich-life-by-practicing-moderation/">Live A Healthy, Happy, and Rich Life By Practicing Moderation</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.dietbluebook.com">Health and Fitness Blog</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Alex Smith</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.tbotech.com/blog/?p=58">Tips on How to Use a Stun Gun Properly</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.tbotech.com/blog">TBO-TECH</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Alex Smith</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.tbotech.com/blog/?p=60">Jiu Jitsu as Self Defense</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.tbotech.com/blog">TBO-TECH</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Anmol Mehta</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://anmolmehta.com/blog/2008/03/24/free-weight-loss-yoga-program-2/">Rapid Weight Loss Yoga Exercise Video</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.anmolmehta.com">Mastery of Meditation, Enlightenment and Kundalini Yoga</a>, saying, &#8220;Powerful, yet simple, yoga exercises to boost energy and promote rapid, safe and healthy weight loss.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Jose DeJesus MD</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://physicianentrepreneur.com/?p=479">Clearing Your Mind and Getting Things Done</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://physicianentrepreneur.com">Physician Entrepreneur</a>, saying, &#8220;Many people complain that they don’t have the time to effectively get all the things done in a day that they are being challenged to accomplish.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Mike Solara</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://mikesolara.com/Sleep.html">Sleep Better, Live Longer</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://mikesolara.com/">Mike Solara</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Sarah</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thesexysecretary.com/your-budget-protein-diet/">Your Budget Protein Diet</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thesexysecretary.com">Tips To Save Money. Learn To Be Frugal</a>, saying, &#8220;As you probably already know, your body can&#8217;t function without proteins.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Mike Solara</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://mikesolara.com/naps.html">naps</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://mikesolara.com/">Mike Solara</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Tonya</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.mypregnancyblog.net/your-post-pregnancy-slim-down-plan">Your Post-Pregnancy Slim Down Plan</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.mypregnancyblog.net">My Pregnancy Blog</a>, saying, &#8220;After childbirth, it&#8217;s time to lose those pounds you gained during pregnancy.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Jose DeJesus MD</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://physicianentrepreneur.com/?p=499">Get More Done With The Time You Have</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://physicianentrepreneur.com">Physician Entrepreneur</a>, saying, &#8220;With the ups and downs of the recent market there has been a significant interest in market-neutral funds.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>brian park</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.south-beach-diet.org/what-is-south-beach-diet/">What is South Beach Diet</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.south-beach-diet.org">South Beach Diet</a>, saying, &#8220;Just like millions of people in the world, you are probably finding ways to lose weight, searching for diets that would aid this cause knowing that only the right diet would help you lose weight. However, what is so special about the South Beach Diet?&#8221;</p>
<h2>Money - Income</h2>
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<p><strong>Ken Nubo</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://kennubo.com/2008/08/19/top-10-ways-to-instantly-reduce-your-debt/">Top 10 ways to instantly reduce your debt</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://kennubo.com">Ken Nubo, PUA extraordinaire and ranting buddhist.</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Raymond</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.moneybluebook.com/0-balance-transfer-credit-cards/">0% Balance Transfer Credit Cards</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.moneybluebook.com">Money Blue Book</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Raymond</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.moneybluebook.com/reviews-of-the-best-online-discount-brokers/">List Of the Best Online Discount Brokers</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.moneybluebook.com">Money Blue Book</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Card Blogger</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.creditbluebook.com/list-of-the-best-credit-card-rewards-programs/">The Best Credit Cards</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.creditbluebook.com">Credit Card Blog</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Nicholas Powiull</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://consciousflex.blogspot.com/2008/01/how-to-find-your-passion-and-make-it.html">Conscious Flex: How to Find Your Passion and Make It Your Career: by Nicholas Powiull</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://consciousflex.blogspot.com/">Conscious Flex</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Madeleine Begun Kane</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.madkane.com/humor_blog/2008/03/01/loan-poem/">Loan Poem</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.madkane.com/humor_blog">Mad Kane&#8217;s Humor Blog</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Megan</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://lifesoundtrack.typepad.com/same_map_new_directions/">Same Map New Directions</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://lifesoundtrack.typepad.com">Same Map New Directions</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Linda W.</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.theeclecticfemale.com/budget-engagement-rings">Budget Engagement Rings</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.theeclecticfemale.com">The Eclectic Female</a>, saying, &#8220;You may be able to score a great engagement ring for much less than you think.&#8221;</p>
<h2>Random</h2>
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<p><strong>Richard Johnson</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.reachingabetterplace.com/wordpress/index.php/should-we-speak-differently-to-what-we-think-to-try-to-be-better/">Should We Speak Differently to What We Think to Try to Be Better?</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.reachingabetterplace.com/wordpress">Reaching A Better Place</a>, saying, &#8220;Can we always become different by acting differently? Will the difference always be the one we want?&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Kathleen Gage</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.dailyawareness.com/2008/08/never-enough-ti.html">Never enough time - or is there?</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.dailyawareness.com/">Daily Awareness</a>, saying, &#8220;How many people live in the space of frustration? The fact is, there is not enough time to do all we think we must do, want to do or dream of doing. There is just too much to do, calls to make, people to see.</p>
<p>One of the few things we truly possess is time. There is only so much you can do and only so many roles you can play. How we choose to use the here and now is a personal and a powerful choice. Choose wisely.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>cranky</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://crankyprof.com/?p=123">The Cranky Professor</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://crankyprof.com">The Cranky Professor</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Glowing Face Man</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.glowingfaceman.com/2008/09/levels-and-experience-points-in-real.html">Levels and Experience Points in Real Life</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.glowingfaceman.com/">Glowing Face Man:  Awaken the Badass Within</a>, saying, &#8220;If real life were a game, what could we say about levels and experience points?&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Mike King</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://learnthis.ca/2008/09/a-guide-to-providing-training/">Using the 5 W Questions to Improve Your Training</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://LearnThis.ca">Learn This</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Karina</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://daydreamswithoutcolor.blogspot.com/2008/09/finding-time-to-make-intentions-reality.html">Finding Time to Make Intentions Reality</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://daydreamswithoutcolor.blogspot.com/">Daydreams without Color</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Barry Wright III</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.3stylelife.com/?p=255">Batching: A Productivity Experiment | 3stylelife</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.3stylelife.com">3stylelife</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Nicco Tan</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://meandmy-bigmouth.blogspot.com/2008/09/we-must-learn-to-listen-and-understand.html">We Must Learn To Listen And Understand</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://meandmy-bigmouth.blogspot.com/">Me And My Big Mouth!</a>, saying, &#8220;Personal Opinion on Understanding One&#8217;s Situation&#8221;</p>
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<h2>Security - Comfort Zone - Challenge</h2>
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<p><strong>Toni</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://blogs.inquirer.net/happynest/2008/08/22/you-always-have-a-choice/">You always have a choice</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://blogs.inquirer.net/happynest">Happy Nest</a>, saying, &#8220;Making choices, no matter how simple or grand the situation is, empowers you. Passiveness won&#8217;t solve anything, but finding your voice and asserting it will.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Alex Smith</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.tbotech.com/blog/?p=56">Top 7 Ways to Prevent Thieves from Ever Victimizing You</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.tbotech.com/blog">TBO-TECH</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Anand</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.ananddhillon.com/blog/2008/08/cultivating-an-attitude-of-gratitude/">Cultivating an Attitude of Gratitude</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.ananddhillon.com">Anand Dhillon . com</a>, saying, &#8220;Gratitude.  It&#8217;s a simple thing that can make the difference between a person who is living a happy life and a person who is living a miserable life even if their circumstances are identical.  Few people are taught the importance of gratitude in living a fulfilling life.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Vince_Charming</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://vince-charming.blogspot.com/2008/08/five-key-elements-of-successful-change.html">The Five Key Elements Of Successful Change - Set your goals!</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://vince-charming.blogspot.com/">Vince Charming</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Andrew Hawkes</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://12monthstoamillion.blogspot.com/2008/08/keeping-focus.html">Keeping the Focus</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://12monthstoamillion.blogspot.com/">Millionaire in a Year: Producing Real Results in Home Based Business</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Wally Bock</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://blog.momentor.com/help-ive-been-merged">Help! I’ve been merged!</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://blog.momentor.com">Momentor</a>.</p>
<h2>Social Skills</h2>
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<p><strong>Chris Edgar</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.purposepowercoaching.com/site/?p=65">Are You Shaking Hands &#8220;The Right Way&#8221;?</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.purposepowercoaching.com/site">Purpose Power Coaching</a>, saying, &#8220;I recently read an article on how people should shake hands in business interactions if they want to look assertive and in control. To me, there’s an irony in writings like these, because the authors learn what they teach by observing people who aren’t self-conscious about their body language. In this article, I suggest that coming to terms with your self-consciousness–not imitating others’ body language–is a better way to make a good impression.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Louise Manning</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://thehumanimprint.typepad.com/the_human_imprint/2008/08/time-management.html">Time Management</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://thehumanimprint.typepad.com/the_human_imprint/">The Human Imprint</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Mike King</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://learnthis.ca/2008/08/determining-and-sharing-your-core-values/">Determining and Sharing Your Core Values</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://LearnThis.ca">Learn This</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Indian</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.decisioncare.org/marriage/5-marriage-compatibility-essentials/">5 Marriage Compatibility Essentials</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.decisioncare.org">DecisionCare</a>, saying, &#8220;Marriage Compatibility is viewed essential for happy marriage life. There are five essentials that every love match and soul mate must know and follow.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Chris Edgar</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.purposepowercoaching.com/site/?p=119">Can Socializing Be Effortless?</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.purposepowercoaching.com/site">Purpose Power Coaching</a>, saying, &#8220;Many people assume “introversion” is an unchangeable “personality type,” and if you’ve got it you’ll just have to live with it. But I&#8217;ve come to realize that, when you release the need to achieve goals or fulfill an agenda when you’re interacting with people, I think you’ll start finding it an easier &#8212; and maybe even a pleasurable &#8212; experience.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Mike Solara</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://mikesolara.com/Listening.html">Improved Listening = Improved Self</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://mikesolara.com/">Mike Solara</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>mcbrewster</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.livelifeblessedblog.com/2008/08/">livelifeblessedblog.com: August 2008 Archives</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.livelifeblessedblog.com/">livelifeblessedblog.com</a>, saying, &#8220;Offers guidance and spiritual advice on how to live your best life now!&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Mark Babineaux</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://progressyourlife.com/if_I_feel_anger_then_you_should_too_p1.html">if_I_feel_bad_then_you_should_to0</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://progressyourlife.com">Where-is-my-success-i-don&#8217;t-know-what-to-look-for</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Linda W.</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.theeclecticfemale.com/shopping-for-shoes-on-a-budget">Shopping for Shoes on a Budget</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.theeclecticfemale.com">The Eclectic Female</a>, saying, &#8220;Yes �C shoes are a necessity, but how many of us can claim that we only use them for this purpose?&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Talk Prom Dresses</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.talkpromdresses.com/topics/prom-accessories/prom-favors.html">Prom Favors - Prom Keepsakes and Momentos</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.talkpromdresses.com/">Prom Dresses</a>, saying, &#8220;More often than not, a prom does not send its revelers home empty-handed.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Charles Euchner</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://startsimple.typepad.com/my_weblog/2008/09/dealing-with-neurotics.html">Dealing With Neurotics</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://startsimple.typepad.com/my_weblog/">START SIMPLE</a>, saying, &#8220;Dealing with neurotics is so hard because there is so little you can do. A legendary psychotherapist wrote the book on the subject.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Talk Prom Dresses</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.talkpromdresses.com/2009-prom-dresses/prom-2009-makeup.html">Prom 2009 Make-Up Trends</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.talkpromdresses.com/">Prom Dresses</a>, saying, &#8220;You&#8217;ve got the dress, the shoes, the accessories, even the perfect little clutch purse to tie it all together. But you&#8217;re still missing the one final ingredient that will tie your entire look together �C your prom 2009 makeup.&#8221;</p>
<h2>Success - Failure</h2>
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<p><strong>Mitesh</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.inventcreativity.com/2008/08/18/10-greatest-mistakes-while-brainstorming/">10 Greatest Mistakes While Brainstorming</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.inventcreativity.com">Invent Creativity</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Shawn Driscoll</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.shawndriscoll.com/?p=61">How Do You Measure Success?</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.shawndriscoll.com">Shawn Driscoll</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Dr. Joe Capista</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thesuccesstriangle.net/2008/08/how-a-vision-st.html">How a Vision Statement Can Influence Your Business Success</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thesuccesstriangle.net/">The Success Triangle</a>, saying, &#8220;Many people tend to negate the value of a vision statement for a business. But a vision statement is important for success of a business as it provides a sense of direction on where you want your business to go. Without a vision, you are like a crewless boat; adrift with no destination in sight.</p>
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<p><strong>Nicole Kunstmann</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://learninggirl.wordpress.com/2008/08/19/ann-sieg-and-her-approach-to-network-marketing/">Ann Sieg and her Approach to Network Marketing</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://learninggirl.wordpress.com">Learninggirl&#8217;s Weblog</a>, saying, &#8220;I am in the midst of my personal development from being a failure (financially) to becoming a sucess. Follow it, if you want!&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Call Center Consultant</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://callcenterconsultant.net/2008/non-profit-organization-call-centers/">Non-Profit Organization Call Centers</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://callcenterconsultant.net">Call Center Jobs</a>, saying, &#8220;Non-profit organizations fill a number of roles in society,from serving to raise consumer awareness about a wide range of issues to providing financial and other forms of assistance in emergency situations.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Sudhanshu</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://sudhanshuraheja.com/2008/06/three-things-from-ipl-missing-in-our.html">Three things from IPL missing in our business</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://sudhanshuraheja.com">Gyaan Sutra</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Charles Chua C K</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://allaboutlivingwithlife.blogspot.com/2008/08/personal-development-7-areas-of-your.html">Personal Development - The 7 Areas of Your Life to Take Control</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://allaboutlivingwithlife.blogspot.com/">All About Living with Life</a>, saying, &#8220;tips on personal development for a successful life&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Dereck</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.iwillnotdie.com/an-essay-on-human-growth/">An Essay on Human Growth</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.iwillnotdie.com">I Will Not Die</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Shawn Driscoll</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.shawndriscoll.com/?p=63">3 Leadership Traps</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.shawndriscoll.com">Shawn Driscoll</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Alaia Williams</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://oneorganizedlife.wordpress.com/2008/08/20/work-at-home-productivity/">Work-At-Home Productivity: When no one?s looking over your shoulder.</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://oneorganizedlife.wordpress.com">One Organized Life Blog</a>, saying, &#8220;At work, we&#8217;re often on our best behavior - especially when we know we are being watched. How do make sure we get things done when no one is looking over our shoulder? This article provides suggestions&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>tomsur</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://tomsur.blogspot.com/2008/08/work-stuff-competency-base-human.html">Work stuff : Competency Base Human Resources Management ( CBHRM )</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://tomsur.blogspot.com/">tomsur_work_fun</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Barry Wright III</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.3stylelife.com/?p=215">Doing Things The Wrong Way | 3stylelife</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.3stylelife.com">3stylelife</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Rigdha</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://getyoursuccessnow.com/uncategorized/10-best-firefox-plugins-to-increase-productivity">10 Best Firefox Plugins to Increase Productivity</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://getyoursuccessnow.com">Get Your Success Now</a>, saying, &#8220;Need more time? Consider saving the time you already have with these 10 productivity plugins for firefox.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Daylle Deanna Schwartz</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.lessonsfromarecoveringdoormat.com/2008/08/law-of-attraction-and-service-people.html">The Law of Attraction and Service People</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.lessonsfromarecoveringdoormat.com/">Lessons from a Recovering DoorMat</a>, saying, &#8220;Next time you want great customer service, use the Law of Attraction and kind but effective approaches.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Rena Williams</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://renawilliams.blogspot.com/2008/08/recipe-for-success.html">A Recipe For Success</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://renawilliams.blogspot.com/">Balanced Success</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Mike Reeves-McMillan</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://hypno.co.nz/blogs/index.php/2008/07/29/learning-perseverance-as-a-skill/">Learning perseverance as a skill | Living Skillfully: Your Mind and Health</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://hypno.co.nz/blogs">Living Skillfully: Your Mind and Health</a>, saying, &#8220;Perseverance isn&#8217;t just a virtue that you have or don&#8217;t have - it&#8217;s a skill you can develop, and this is how.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>kiran sharma</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.everydayshare.com/blog/?p=8">The Power and Success of your Thinking.</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.everydayshare.com/blog">E V E R Y D A Y S H A R E</a>, saying, &#8220;Think of achievement.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Sally Huss</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://sallyhuss.typepad.com/sally_huss_addicted_to_ha/2008/09/dont-forget-happiness-by-sally-huss.html">Don&#8217;t Forget Happiness! by Sally Huss</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://sallyhuss.typepad.com/sally_huss_addicted_to_ha/">Sally Huss - Addicted to Happiness!</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Mitesh</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.inventcreativity.com/2008/09/22/the-real-challenge-of-creativity/">The Real Challenge of Creativity</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.inventcreativity.com">Invent Creativity</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Richard Onebamoi</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://self-improve-blog.com/2008/09/8-motivational-tips-for-success.html">8 Motivational tips for Success</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://self-improve-blog.com">SELF-IMPROVE-BLOG</a>, saying, &#8220;Motivation is often defined as the process of arousing, directing and maintaining behaviour toward a goal.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Shawn Driscoll</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.shawndriscoll.com/?p=66">What Should I Do For The Rest Of My Life?</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.shawndriscoll.com">Shawn Driscoll</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Jason Koeppe</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.zsynergyteam.com/how-to-think-positively-your-individual-development-plan.htm">How To Think Positively - Your Individual Development Plan</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.zsynergyteam.com">Z-Synergy Zurvita Reps Team Blog</a>, saying, &#8220;A step-by-step action plan to improve your attitude and attract the right things into your life.&#8221;</p>
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<p>Do you remember the times you have been a member<br />
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		<pubDate>Wed, 03 Sep 2008 11:35:48 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>In my opinion, our worst enemy  as humans is our own mindset. It’s our very selves that hold us back  from taking what we really want in life and keep us locked up within  ourselves. The reason I say “in my opinion” is simply because it’s  my opinion, you might think something else is our worst enemy, which  is fine.</p>
<p>I have noticed that in different  countries you get three kinds of thinkers.</p>
<p><strong>First</strong> you get the ones  that are absolutely happy with where they are at. They have lived in their little  town their whole life and have never ventured from it.</p>
<p><strong>Second</strong>, comes those  that are unhappy living in the same little town, they want to see the  world, explore its vastness and experience different things to what  they are used to seeing.</p>
<p>The <strong>third</strong> one, not too  many people fit into. These are the people that actually do go and see  the world, they the ones that take the risk and most of the time reap  the reward.</p>
<p>Now, you probably think what’s  the reward? Let me explain like this:</p>
<p>I grew up in South Africa as  the number two type of person, but never had an opportunity to leave.  Not to long ago my opportunity arrived and I moved to the USA. When  I stepped off the plane in Atlanta airport, I could immediately feel  that life had so much more to it. The air felt different, it even smelled  different.</p>
<p>These are things that are beneficial  to you, by broadening your horizons you can see so much more than just  what is in front of you. For those of you who have done some traveling  you will no what I mean. The thinking process of those who have lived  in the same little city is very different to those who have been to  another country.</p>
<p><span style="font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: small;">If you fall into category one  and you are happy there, that is perfectly fine. But remember that there  is a much bigger world out there and what happens in it will affect  you sometime. </span></p>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Aug 2008 11:01:30 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>First of all let’s get this out of the way.  I love to read.  I live to bounce ideas off other people. If I didn’t brainstorm I’d probably die.  I agree that process maps bring clarity to any endeavor.  I know that planned courses of action are absolutely necessary for extended success.</p>
<p>These things are all well and good.  They all have their place in a successful lifestyle.</p>
<p>All the planning, brainstorming, and process mapping in the world won’t amount to anything if you fail to get off your butt and take measurable action.</p>
<p>For the rest of this article I will open your eyes to what it takes to see a personal project/task/undertaking through to a successful end.  I’ve used these methods to shed 50 lbs of fat, create powerful business connections, attract clients into my business, and build traffic to my website.</p>
<p><strong>Create Blocks of Time</strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>Everybody wants to get in better shape.  Most people want to be millionaires/billionaires.  A select few want to be the rock, paper, scissors champion of the world.</p>
<p>It really doesn’t matter what you aspire to be.  If you don’t make the time to do so it will never ever happen.  Oftentimes we don’t get what we want because we haven’t set the time to do it.</p>
<p>For years I struggled with my weight.  I wasn’t morbidly obese but I was still overweight.  At my worst I tipped the scales at 252 lbs and I sported a 40” waist.  When I walked the friction of my thighs would create tear at my pants and underwear.  For years and years I whined and complained about the issue.  I’d get on a “health kick” and watch my weight go back and forth.   The weight would always came back.</p>
<p>One day in late 2006 I made a change.  I decided that Monday through Friday between  5:30 – 7:00 PM was my work out time. That hour and a half was <strong>non-negotiable</strong>.</p>
<p>If I was working I stopped and worked out.  If someone wanted to make plans, no matter who it was, they had to wait until 7:00 PM.  I drove to the gym during thunderstorms, hailstorms, and traffic jams.</p>
<p>As soon as I set that non negotiable 1.5 hour time period I noticed a change in my body.  Those unwanted pounds grew wings and flew away.</p>
<p>Setting non-negotiable times for action is the first step to getting off your butt.  Good habits (like bad ones) are incredibly hard to break.</p>
<p><strong>Set Goals</strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>A google search of the term “setting goals” returns 4.17 million results.  My personal favorite is the tried and true classic S.M.A.R.T. goals system.</p>
<p>Let’s use the goal “I want to speak to 4 unique audiences in 2008” to show how S.M.A.R.T. goals work.</p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt;">S</span></strong>pecific  – Being vague will absolutely kill you.  I want to improve in public speaking is a vague goal.  I want to speak to 4 different audiences in 2008 is a specific goal.</p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt;">M</span></strong>easurable – If you say you want to speak to 4 different audiences then you can measure your success or failure.  It’s an easy thing to do.  If you manage to get in front of 4 audiences you’ve succeeded.  If you don’t then you haven’t.</p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt;">A</span></strong>ttainable – I agree that we should all aim for the stars.  However, you can’t go to outer space if you don’t have a spaceship.  When setting goals do yourself a favor and set reasonable ones.  There is nothing more deflating than setting a goal and failing because your goal wasn’t realistic.  There’s a big difference between speaking to 4 unique audiences in2008 and speaking to 50.</p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt;">R</span></strong>ealistic – Setting a goal that you can meet is a good idea.  You have to take an inventory of your skills, available time, and motivation to achieve the goal in order to be realistic.  If you have the requisite skills, time, and motivation then the goal is realistic.  Setting goals that are outside of these constraints set you up for an unnecessary downfall (think 4 audiences in a year versus 50).</p>
<p><strong><span style="font-size: 14pt;">T</span></strong>imely – Providing a time frame gives your goal life.  A time frame adds the elements of urgency and closure.  There’s nothing more concise and motivating than a crystal clear drop dead date.</p>
<p><strong>Take Action</strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>The last section of this article is without a doubt the most important piece.  Taking action is essential to getting off your butt and making things happen.  Creating time and setting goals are both important but they mean nothing if no action follows them.</p>
<p>Right after I finished losing weight a close friend of mine asked me how I did it.  I looked him squarely in the eye and said “I went to the gym and worked out”.  He thought I was trying to be smart, but I was giving him the absolute truth.  I wouldn’t have lost a pound had I not done the work.</p>
<p>It’s a simple yet important piece of advice.  If you want to lose weight you need to eat right and workout.  If you want to be the top salesman you need to sell the most product.  If you want to get more dates with women you need to talk to more women.  If you want to attract customers into your business then create a marketing plan and implement it.  If you absolutely hate your job then find a new one.</p>
<p>Get it?</p>
<p>Got it?</p>
<p>Good.</p>
<p>Taking action is really the easiest part of the equation.  Setting time and creating goals are tedious (yet necessary) activities.  Putting your nose to the grind stone and reaping the benefits is the fun part.</p>
<p>Remember the Nike slogan (<em>Just Do It!</em>)<em> </em>and you can’t go wrong.</p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p><strong>Conclusion</strong></p>
<p><strong> </strong></p>
<p>Getting off your butt and breaking the shackles of procrastination can be challenging.  Many people struggle with this.  I used to be a part of that crowd until I began following the steps outlined in this article.</p>
<p>Here’s a quick recap:</p>
<ol style="margin-top: 0in;" type="1">
<li style="margin-bottom: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">Create non-negotiable blocks of productive time</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">Set S.M.A.R.T. goals</li>
<li style="margin-bottom: 10pt; line-height: 115%;">Take Action!</li>
</ol>
<p>Sitting on your hands watching the world spin is an incredible waste of your time and talent.  Use these tips to get off your butt and start using what you have!</p>
<p><strong>Please Note:</strong> This was a guest post by <a href="http://www.marcusasmith.com/">Marcus Smith</a>.  Here is some more of his posts: <a href="http://www.marcusasmith.com/2008/08/04/the-audience-wants-you-to-be-a-star/">The Audience Wants You to Be a Star</a> and <a href="http://www.marcusasmith.com/2008/07/30/you-speak-to-the-public-each-day/">You Speak To the Public Each Day</a></p>
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		<dc:creator>Andrew Bolis</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[After my How To Become Great article got a lot of interest I decided to explore the concept of success some more.  Consider the following:

Most of us are born with similar financial resources (most of a countrie&#8217;s population falls into the poor or lower-middle class)
Most of us are born with a similar amount of time [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>After my <a title="How to Become Grat" href="http://personalhack.com/2007/11/how-to-become-great-in-any-field-success-secrets-revealed/">How To Become Great</a> article got a lot of interest I decided to explore the concept of success some more.  Consider the following:</p>
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<li>Most of us are born with similar financial resources (most of a countrie&#8217;s population falls into the poor or lower-middle class)</li>
<li>Most of us are born with a similar amount of time (70 years is the average life-span the last I checked)</li>
<li>Most of us have access to all the information and learning resources we&#8217;ll ever need.  This was first started by public libraries where anyone could read a book and learn basically anything.  And more recently has exploded through the internet where you can do a quick search and in seconds find the info you are looking for</li>
</ul>
<p><strong>So why do a few of us become great while most are just average?</strong> There are many factors which I highlight in several of my posts:</p>
<ul>
<li><a href="http://personalhack.com/2008/03/7-roadblocks-to-success/">7 Roadblock to Success</a></li>
<li><a href="http://personalhack.com/2008/01/hard-work-or-a-secret-formula/">Hard Work or a Secret Formula</a></li>
</ul>
<p>However the biggest most common roadblock to success is <strong>FEAR.</strong> Yes the big &#8220;F&#8221; word ;)  Fear is such a roadblock to success on so many levels that an article such as this one couldn&#8217;t possibly cover it all.</p>
<p><strong>Our fears are often a freak show</strong>.  We hide them, we work around them and we never really wanna face them.  Yet they are often what holds us back in life.  And no I&#8217;m not talking about your fear of snakes or spiders.  Although that does remind me of a funny prank I played on a friend once with a leather snake <img src='http://personalhack.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_wink.gif' alt=';)' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
<p>I&#8217;m talking about <strong>fear of rejection,</strong> <strong>fear of failure</strong>, <strong>fear of social settings, fear of success</strong>, <strong>fear of fame</strong>, <strong>fear of attention</strong>, and so on.  I&#8217;m sure you can at least relate to a couple of those fears and would agree that they have sabotaged your life in many ways.</p>
<p>For example, <strong>fear of rejection can really sabotage your dating life</strong>, whether you are a man or a woman.  If you are a man and you are scared of rejection you will never really ask out any women you find attractive.  If you are a woman and you are scared from a man rejecting you, you will never really be able to trust men in the first place.</p>
<p>So <strong>how do you go from lame or average to fame or greatness</strong>, well you need to conquer your fears, and here are 5 steps that will help you tremendously:</p>
<ol>
<li><strong>Be Fearless</strong>Do it, don&#8217;t just think it. Instead of saying &#8220;I&#8217;m not scared&#8221; or &#8220;I wanna get over my fear of&#8230;&#8221; just do it.  You might need to take small steps at first but you need to do it.  One thing I always wanted to do was skydive.  When the opportunity came up I decided to just do it.  Now of course this might sound a bit extreme, however it was a blast.  In most cases though I notice I have taken gradual steps to get over my fear.A big fear for me was fear of rejection especially around strangers in social settings.  And it still is to a lesser degree.  To get over that I started by first learning everything about social skills I could find. I then went out and would make eye contact with strangers on the street.  Then I would try smiling.  Then I actually started saying &#8220;hi how are you&#8221; to strangers.  Now I&#8217;m at the point where I can comfortably walk up to any stranger and probably have a fun 10-15 minute conversation.The key is <a href="http://personalhack.com/2007/11/comfort-zone-zombies-7-day-challenge/">getting out of your comfort zone</a> and taking gradual scary steps.  You have to be fearless not to try.  You have to fake it until you make it.  Start doing scary things and your body will gradually find them less scary.</li>
<li><strong>Don&#8217;t Care </strong>Most of the things we care about or worry about are very insignificant.  Most of our worries never become reality anyways.  Think about it when was the last time you actually worried about something and had it really happen? I would guess 1 out of your last 100 worries turned into reality.Often we care too much about pleasing others.  We care too much about how we come across. We care too much about our pride and ego.  We try to follow our parents guidance and advice, and we really do care about being good sons and daughters. Well I say forget that.I&#8217;m not saying become a jerk, I&#8217;m just saying that if you are always putting others and their needs before yours you are not being authentic.  You aren&#8217;t being real.  You are trying to live a pretend life and project a pretend lifestyle.
<p>Start being real.  If that means that you will offend some people so be it.  If that means that some of your current friends might dump you for it, then oh well you&#8217;ll make new ones.  If that actually happens it means that they are probably losers in the first place and aren&#8217;t good <a href="http://personalhack.com/2008/02/5-tips-to-surround-yourself-with-success-models/">success models</a> to start with.</p>
<p>When you actually start being real and more authentic something amazing happens.  You notice that your relationships with others become a lot stronger.  Even people who don&#8217;t agree with you will start trusting you more, and be open around you.  Why?  Because they know the real you, they know you got boundaries, and people actually respect that.</li>
<li><strong>Burn the Boats </strong>It&#8217;s a known fact that many successful tribes and warriors burned their boats right after they landed on their enemies grounds.  They burned their ships and basically made it impossible to flee the war that they are about to engage in other than victoriously.  They either fought and all died, or they were victorious and took over the land and everything in it.If you are trying to become successful in any area of your life you need to burn the boats.  You need to make it so that failure isn&#8217;t an option.  I know that sounds nice and all but I bet you are asking, &#8220;how the hack do I do that?&#8221;  Here is a practical example.Changing career paths.  You decide you want to change your career path.  So how do you burn the boats or cut off any hope of staying in your current job?  You first tell all of your friends and relatives about your decision. Because now if you wont follow through they&#8217;ll probably hassle you about it.  You get some guidance on how to start in your new career of choice.  If you already have some money saved up that you can live off for a few months, you might even consider quitting your job tomorrow. Because once you quit there is no going back. You start getting a resume ready and even maybe start applying to jobs in your new career path.</li>
<li><strong>Nothing To Lose Everything To Gain</strong>Remind yourself &#8220;I got nothing to lose and everything to gain&#8221;. How come?  Think about it. You created your current lifestyle, everything you have, all your accomplishment, financial wealth, relationships, connections and so on.  If all of those were to be taken away from you, using the same logic, you can get them all back in time.  So no matter what kind of risks you take you really have nothing to lose and everything to gain.  You can always come back to your little comfort zone.  However by stepping up, and taking risks you really do have everything to gain.  <a href="http://personalhack.com/2008/03/courage-the-world-is-yours/">The world is yours for the taking</a>.</li>
<li><strong>Shatter Glass Wall</strong>The glass wall is the sum of all of our limiting beliefs and insecurities that hold us back in life.  When I was too shy to talk to strangers I had a very thick glass wall.  I thought strangers wouldn&#8217;t be nice to me.  I though they didn&#8217;t want to talk to me.  I thought they didn&#8217;t want anything I had to offer.  I thought I would annoy them. And so on.I had to shatter that glass wall which was mostly based on my own insecurities.  To shatter it I had to start acting in spite of my insecurities.  I had to feel the fear and do it anyways.
<p>You first step to shattering your glass wall is becoming more aware of it.  You have to start seeing it for what it is, a bunch of insecurities and limiting beliefs.  It&#8217;s called a glass wall because it&#8217;s often invisible.  Often we assume that we are right, things are they way we&#8217;ve always been taught and we never question our beliefs and insecurities.</li>
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	<h4>Related posts</h4>
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	<li><a href="http://personalhack.com/2008/01/9-ways-to-live-a-crappy-life/" title="9 Ways to Live a Crappy Life (January 30, 2008)">9 Ways to Live a Crappy Life</a> (1)</li>
	<li><a href="http://personalhack.com/2007/11/how-to-become-great-in-any-field-success-secrets-revealed/" title="How to Become Great in any Field - Success Secrets Revealed (November 25, 2007)">How to Become Great in any Field - Success Secrets Revealed</a> (17)</li>
	<li><a href="http://personalhack.com/2008/07/forget-success-try-to-fail-instead/" title="Forget Success - Try to Fail Instead (July 31, 2008)">Forget Success - Try to Fail Instead</a> (1)</li>
	<li><a href="http://personalhack.com/2007/12/eliminate-stress-and-welcome-success/" title="Eliminate Stress and Welcome Success (December 12, 2007)">Eliminate Stress and Welcome Success</a> (0)</li>
	<li><a href="http://personalhack.com/2008/03/courage-the-world-is-yours/" title="Courage - The World is Yours (March 9, 2008)">Courage - The World is Yours</a> (1)</li>
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		<description><![CDATA[Here is this week&#8217;s selection of personal development articles from all over the web:

HighGrace presents The Power of 3: How to keep your relationship solid — Face to the Sun posted at Face to the Sun.

Jody T Fransch presents Increase your productivity; jody fransch posted at jody fransch.

David B Bohl presents Is Enough Ever Enough? [...]]]></description>
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<p><strong>HighGrace</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://facetothesun.com/2008/08/relationships/the-power-of-3">The Power of 3: How to keep your relationship solid — Face to the Sun</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://facetothesun.com">Face to the Sun</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Jody T Fransch</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://jodyfransch.wordpress.com/2008/08/13/increase-your-productivity">Increase your productivity; jody fransch</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://jodyfransch.wordpress.com">jody fransch</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>David B Bohl</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.slowdownfast.com/blog/is-enough-ever-enough/">Is Enough Ever Enough?</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.slowdownfast.com/blog">Slow Down Fast Today!</a>, saying, &#8220;Slow Down Fast Life Coaching and Lifestyle Design&#8221;</p>
<h2>Health - Fitness</h2>
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<p><strong>Alex Smith</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.tbotech.com/blog/?p=40">50 Ways to Keep Yourself Safe from Sexual Assault</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.tbotech.com/blog">TBO-TECH</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Madeleine Begun Kane</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.madkane.com/humor_blog/2006/08/22/de-stress-or-distress/">De-Stress Or Distress?</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.madkane.com/humor_blog">Mad Kane&#8217;s Humor Blog</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Stephen</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.balancedexistence.com/skillfully-deal-suffering-world/">How to Skillfully Deal with Suffering in the World</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.balancedexistence.com">Balanced Existence</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Alvaro Fernandez</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sharpbrains.com/blog/2008/08/12/brain-teasers-spot-the-difference">Brain Teasers: Spot the Difference</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.sharpbrains.com">SharpBrains</a>, saying, &#8220;Want some brain exercise?&#8221;</p>
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<h2>Money - Income</h2>
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<p><strong>Ben Dinsmore</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.treesfullofmoney.com/2008/08/5-questions-to-ask-yourself-before.html">5 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Asking Your Boss for a Raise</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.treesfullofmoney.com/">Trees Full of Money</a>, saying, &#8220;We all want to make more money. Some of us deserve to, while others may need to do a little more preparation. If you are prepared to take the next step and ask your boss for a raise, here are 5 question that I would ask myself first.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>maria gudelis</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.maria-gudelis.com/enlightened-wealth-institute-lessons/series-ii-lessons-learned-from-the-enlightened-wealth-institute-124.html">Series II - Lessons learned from the Enlightened Wealth Institute</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.maria-gudelis.com">Maria Gudelis</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Wilfrid</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://yourfinishrichplan.com/blog/making-money-online-ten-things-i-wish-i-knew-as-a-beginner/">Making Money Online, Ten Things I Wish I Knew As A Beginner</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://yourfinishrichplan.com/blog">Your Finish Rich Plan</a>.</p>
<h2>Random</h2>
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<p><strong>Patrick A. Sizemore</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://schoolishard.com/academics/working-in-a-crappy-interrupting-distracting-place-the-fifth-dimension/">Working in a Crappy, Interrupting, Distracting Place - The Fifth Dimension</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://schoolishard.com">College Information for Smart Students</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Alaia Williams</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://oneorganizedlife.wordpress.com/2008/08/12/more-10-minute-tips/">10 Minute Tips</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://oneorganizedlife.wordpress.com">One Organized Life Blog</a>, saying, &#8220;Getting organized doesn&#8217;t have to take a lot of time. There are plenty of things that can be done in a few minutes that help you get organized and save time in the long run.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Peter</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thechangeblog.com/true-happiness/">Six Scientific Ways to Create True Happiness</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.thechangeblog.com">The Change Blog</a>.</p>
<h2>Security - Comfort Zone - Challenge</h2>
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<p><strong>Richard Johnson</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.reachingabetterplace.com/wordpress/index.php/face-your-frightening-questions/">Face Your Frightening Questions</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.reachingabetterplace.com/wordpress">Reaching A Better Place</a>, saying, &#8220;Hi there,<br />
This article is about the benefits of facing frightening questions.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Alex Smith</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.tbotech.com/blog/?p=51">Vacations and Home Security</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.tbotech.com/blog">TBO-TECH</a>.</p>
<h2>Social Skills</h2>
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<p><strong>David</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://physicianentrepreneur.com/?p=458">Active Listening Tips</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://physicianentrepreneur.com">Physician Entrepreneur</a>, saying, &#8220;A recent study by the Rand Corporation found that the overall care of the vulnerable elderly - those with chronic conditions that are not living in a nursing home or other skilled nursing facility - is inadequate.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Peter Murphy</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.howtotalkwithconfidence.com/blog/easy-ways-to-overcome-self-consciousness/">Easy Ways To Overcome Self-Consciousness</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.howtotalkwithconfidence.com/blog">Communication Skills Power</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Louise Manning</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://thehumanimprint.typepad.com/the_human_imprint/2008/07/strength-or-wea.html">Strength or weakness?</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://thehumanimprint.typepad.com/the_human_imprint/">The Human Imprint</a>.</p>
<h2>Success - Failure</h2>
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<p><strong>Dr Martin W. Russell</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.drmartinrussell.com/working-through-a-problem/">Working Through A Problem</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.drmartinrussell.com">Dr Martin W. Russell</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Chris Edgar</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.purposepowercoaching.com/site/?p=135">Dropping Your &#8220;Procrastination Persona&#8221;</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.purposepowercoaching.com/site">Purpose Power Coaching</a>, saying, &#8220;When we feel the need to adopt a contrived, artificial persona in our jobs &#8212; perhaps with the goal of looking tough, submissive, outgoing or something else &#8212; we create the kind of frustration that has us put off our work. Dispensing with our &#8220;work personality,&#8221; I suggest in this article, helps us avoid procrastination and improve our enjoyment of what we do.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Neelakantha</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.jobprofiles.org/library/guidance/100_tips_and_resources_to_be_happy_successful_lawyer.htm">100 Tips and Resources to be a Happy, Successful Lawyer</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.jobprofiles.org/library.htm">JobProfiles.org - Job Descriptions and Online Schools to Start Your Career</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Rigdha</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://getyoursuccessnow.com/uncategorized/8-must-use-time-management-tools-to-save-tons-of-time">8 “Must Use” Free Time Management Tools to Save Tons of Time</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://getyoursuccessnow.com">Get Your Success Now</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Richard Onebamoi</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://self-improve-blog.com/2008/08/the-three-ps-of-a-test.html">The Three Ps of a Test</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://self-improve-blog.com">SELF-IMPROVE-BLOG</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Sid Savara</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://sidsavara.com/personal-development/positive-talk-creates-positive-action-how-to-stop-talking-like-a-loser">Positive Talk Creates Positive Action - How to Stop Talking Like a Loser</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://sidsavara.com">Sid Savara . com - Personal Development, Maximizing Productivity and Life Hacking</a>, saying, &#8220;Every day we make many tiny decisions that affect our lives.  One of the decisions we make almost unconsciously is the way we talk to ourselves, and the way our words affect our attitude and our action.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Azelma Petit</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.mbaexplorer.com/blog/2008/08/the-chuck-norris-guide-to-self-motivation/">The Chuck Norris Guide to Self Motivation</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.mbaexplorer.com/blog">Biz.Edu</a>, saying, &#8220;A guide that uses Chuck Norris examples to give good advice on ways to motivate yourself in all walks of life, including entrepreneurship.&#8221;</p>
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<p><strong>Vidyut</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.wide-aware.com/blog/2008/03/12/self-awareness-and-the-self-coached-climber/">Self awareness and the self-coached climber</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.wide-aware.com/blog">Footprints on the Mountainside</a>.</p>
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<p><strong>Mike King</strong> presents <a rel="nofollow" href="http://learnthis.ca/2008/08/making-small-yet-measurable-progress/">Making Small Yet Measurable Progress</a> posted at <a rel="nofollow" href="http://LearnThis.ca">Learn This</a>, saying, &#8220;Measuring progress is a process aimed at determining whether goals are being achieved.&#8221;</p>
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<h2>Money - Income</h2>
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		<title>Hit Digg’s Front Page by Writing Killer Headlines</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 15 Aug 2008 11:25:35 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Andrew Bolis</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[If you are a bloger or an online editor or content contributer I&#8217;m sure you had this dream.  You write a killer peice of content, or create a killer online video.  You submit your site&#8217;s link for the killer article or peice of video to Digg (or any other social news or sharing website) and [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>If you are a bloger or an online editor or content contributer I&#8217;m sure you had this dream.  You write a killer peice of content, or create a killer online video.  You submit your site&#8217;s link for the killer article or peice of video to Digg (or any other social news or sharing website) and poof, you hit the front page, your content is featured, your getting so much freaken traffic that your site goes down from all the traffic ;)  Oh and you get lots of new readers to your site of course, generate more income either from ads or whatever you are selling on your site, and live happily every after <img src='http://personalhack.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_wink.gif' alt=';)' class='wp-smiley' /> </p>
<p>Now back to reality, it probably hasn&#8217;t happened yet.  You have probably wrote many articles that you thought were killer peices of content, or made awesome kick-butt videos.  Yeh they never got the traffic you thought they deserved.  How come?</p>
<p>Well maybe your content is great but I&#8217;m guessing your Headline stinked.  Yes this is a problem I noticed even with my content.  Which is why as I&#8217;m learning about <a href="http://www.copyblogger.com/magnetic-headlines/">headlines from copyblogger</a> I wanted to share my notes and findings with you.</p>
<p>Writing that Killer Headline, start taking mental notes, or even better bookmark this list and come back to review:</p>
<ul>
<li>Usually 8 out of 10 people will read your content&#8217;s headline first and if their attention isn&#8217;t hooked they are off to the next site.  This is especially true for Stumble upon users, and others on social news websites.</li>
<li>Start with the headline first.  Your headline should attract the reader by communicating what they&#8217;ll get out of reading or viewing it.  Writing your headline first will also help you stay focused when you write your post or make your video.</li>
<li>Target keywords in your headline and content.  Don&#8217;t target the most popular keywords, target the variations instead.  These don&#8217;t have as much competition and will get you ranking high on the search engine in different smaller niches.</li>
<li>How To type of articles are the best for hitting digg&#8217;s and del.icio.us front pages.  People want useful information.  Start your headline with &#8220;How To&#8221;.</li>
<li>Your headline should be all about the benefits.  Everyone is busy.  As they are browsing the net they want to know the short and sweet end result before investing any more time in your content.  If the benefits are attractive, the browser&#8217;s attention is hooked and he becomes a loyal reader.  After the &#8220;How To&#8221; you gotta focus on one or two benefits. If you can link the two benefits it&#8217;s even better. A famous headline is &#8220;How to win friends and influence people&#8221;.  A few more are&#8230;.
<ul>
<li>How to Save Time and Get Things Done</li>
<li>How to Get a Better Job and Make More Money</li>
<li>How to Save Money and Retire Rich</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Quick way to come up with such a headline is to use this formula.  How to [some boring task] That [Rewarding attention hooking benefit]</li>
<li>Another formula that works is leaving out the to portion.  How [I got or to get] [an awesome benefit the reader probably wants].  Like &#8220;How I ranked in Google&#8217;s top 10 results from Day 1&#8243;.  This actually is true, my latest niche blog ranked #9 out of 3.5 million related sites in Google search results the first day it was indexed by Google bot.  Leave me a comment if you&#8217;d like to find out how.  If there is enough interest I will share my secrets <img src='http://personalhack.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_wink.gif' alt=';)' class='wp-smiley' /> </li>
<li>List posts get attention.  The bigger the list the better.  10 reasons&#8230; 20 tips to&#8230; 10 steps to &#8230;
<ul>
<li><a href="http://www.copyblogger.com/7-reasons-why-list-posts-will-always-work/">check out copyblogger for examples</a></li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Copy blogger also has some more <a href="http://www.copyblogger.com/headline-swipe-file/">good headline formulas</a></li>
</ul>

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		<title>5 Instant Energy Tips</title>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:59:13 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>Andrew Bolis</dc:creator>
		
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		<description><![CDATA[Feeling a bit drowsy lately?  Maybe you have been feeling sluggish and tired throughout the day.  Maybe you have been feeling sleepy during the afternoons at work.  Maybe you just want to feel more energetic through the day.  Well here are some Instant Energy Tips.

Take a Power Nap. Take a 5-10 minute power nap.  Sit [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Feeling a bit drowsy lately?  Maybe you have been feeling sluggish and tired throughout the day.  Maybe you have been feeling sleepy during the afternoons at work.  Maybe you just want to feel more energetic through the day.  Well here are some Instant Energy Tips.</p>
<ol>
<li><strong>Take a Power Nap. </strong>Take a 5-10 minute power nap.  Sit back in your seat, close your eyes, and just let yourself fall asleep for 5-10 minutes.  You can do this on trains, buses, and even in cars as long as you aren&#8217;t driving.  You can also do it during your lunch break at work.The key is that you fall asleep sitting up on a chair.  If you fall asleep on a bed, you will be tempted to stay in bed, and it will feel like a huge hassle getting out.  However since chairs aren&#8217;t very comfortable you usually wont fall asleep for long, and will naturally wake up in a few minutes feeling refreshed and energized.  You can also try <a title="Biphasic Sleep - Instant Energy Tips" href="http://personalhack.com/2008/05/biphasic-sleep/">biphasic sleep</a> if you would like to be more energetic throughout the day.</li>
<li><strong>Eat Smaller More Frequent Meals</strong>.Eat a small meal every 2-3 hours.  This helps keep your energy levels more even throughout the day.  I&#8217;m sure you have the experience where you eat a huge lunch, and afterwords notice a huge decrease in your productivity.  You probably felt sleepy and just wanted to go back to bed.  Maybe you even were at work, and started dozing off staring at your computer screen, and kept making sure your coworkers didn&#8217;t notice <img src='http://personalhack.com/wp-includes/images/smilies/icon_wink.gif' alt=';)' class='wp-smiley' /> </li>
<li><strong>Modify Boring Activities</strong>.Often I noticed that certain activities tend to leave me feeling lazy, a bit tired, and even sleepy.  Usually those activities are the boring ones, things that &#8220;I Have&#8221; to do rather than want to do.  The solution I came up with was making those activities more exciting.If I was bored at work, then I&#8217;d take a break from working and read an interesting article, check out a cool online video, take a walk around the office and talk to co-workers, send a crazy text message or two to some friends etc.  Whatever boring activity you have to do you can usually modify to be more exciting.  The more exciting an activity is the more energetic your body will feel when you do it.</li>
<li><strong>Use the Power of Full Focus</strong>.Often your body isn&#8217;t giving you the level of energy you need because you aren&#8217;t demanding it.  To demand more energy and more productivity out of your body use the power of full focus.  Whatever activity you are working on, give it 100% of your focus, skills, and cognitive ability.Often people fall asleep when reading because they aren&#8217;t reading fast enough.  Did you know that the faster your read the more engaged your mind is?  Your mind will increase your comprehension speed to adapt to your increased reading speed.Be fully present and focused on whatever you are doing.  Often we are either thinking about past situation or future events in our lives all the time.  This is very inefficient since we can&#8217;t control the past or the future.  This also drains our cognitive abilities, focus and our energy.</li>
<li><strong>Eliminate, Eliminate, and Eliminate Some More</strong>.Often we are out of energy because we are trying to do too much with our time.  Instead of focusing on the few more rewarding activities in our day, we are very passive and let ineffective useless tasks waste our time.  Use the power <a title="Increase Productivity - Energy Tips" href="http://personalhack.com/2008/07/biggest-productivity-tip/">elimination and increase your productivity</a>.  This will help you make more time, and have more energy for the really important tasks in your day.</li>
</ol>
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