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Goals vs. Resolutions

marilyn — Tue, 01 Jan 2013 21:47:24 +0000

Happy New Year! I was so glad to hear one of the hosts of a network morning show today say, “goals are better than resolutions.” If past is prelude, we all know that resolutions tend to last two, three, maybe even four days. . . only to be broken, just like all those resolutions of [...]

What Do You Value?

marilyn — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 02:41:34 +0000

Every single last choice we make is based on our values. Whenever we decide between alternatives, we invariably choose the alternative what we value the most. Whether we acknowledge it or not, everything we do is a demonstration of what we consider most important at that moment. So, knowing our values and organizing them in [...]

The Power of Best Year Yet

marilyn — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 17:26:11 +0000

What Programs Does Best Year Yet Offer? According to Jinny Ditzler, founder and creator or Best Year Yet, “Our world has never been so filled with distractions that make it difficult to focus. These days just when we think we’ve seen the worst, another catastrophe comes along right behind it. Remember when a tragedy like [...]

Mind Your Brain: UCLA on Alzheimers

marilyn — Wed, 24 Aug 2011 11:28:46 +0000

Thought this might be of interest. It was passed on to me by a very sharp 86 year old friend!! Lots of common sense but now it’s being proven: an apple (two or three) a day keeps the [Alzheimer's] doctor away, floss twice a day, use it or lose it, wear your helmets. A few [...]

It’s Half-Time – How’s Your Game Plan Working? By Lloyd Franke

marilyn — Fri, 01 Jul 2011 22:57:14 +0000

If you watch any winning sports teams (Bruins, Mavericks, for example), the coach tweaks the game plan in between periods to include the previous period’s experience. At the mid point of the year, business leaders as coaches must do the same and decide what needs to be tweaked, eliminated, or added to the game plan. [...]

Shifting Limiting Beliefs – in business and beyond!

marilyn — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 01:34:58 +0000

For a long time I believed that anything is possible . . . for everyone else but me! I was, after all, a successful executive coach — and a coach stands for what is possible for others. Somehow it never sunk in that I had to include myself and take on the “anything is possible” [...]

The Foolproof Combination

marilyn — Sun, 14 Mar 2010 01:19:09 +0000

When it comes to goals, Do you know specifically what you want? It’s important to have a clear objective to aim for; and, a clear measure of when the objective is reached. “Increase my income” or “Lose some weight”, or “Improve relationship with teenage son” are not clear goals. Instead, make them clear and measurable: “Increase income at least 15% by the end of 2010”, ‘Lose 20 pounds by the end of 2010”, “Enjoy at least two one-on-one outings each month with my son”. These are clear, measurable, and “actionable”. visualize yourself standing on that podium receiving the coveted Gold Medal. The “Foolproof Combination” of ACTION and ATTITUDE – get started now!

5 Principles to Transform Your Performance … and Life by Lloyd Franke

marilyn — Thu, 17 Dec 2009 18:18:42 +0000

In this article we will look at five principles for transforming performance from the Best Year Yet® personal and business : 1. Appreciate successes; 2. Learn lessons; 3. Shift limiting beliefs; 4. Live our values; 5. Set and focus on goals

Michael Jackson and Deep Learning

marilyn — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 04:55:47 +0000

My appreciation of Michael Jackson has grown more since his death than in life. Despite his many contradictory facets, he was consistent in being a hard worker with a vision (perfection), a mission (to be the best) and a commitment to deep practice of his craft.

End of the First Half : What’s Your 2nd Half Game Plan? By Lloyd Franke

marilyn — Sat, 27 Jun 2009 04:16:17 +0000

At the mid point of the year, business leaders as coaches for their companies and teams must answer the same questions as athletic coaches at half-time. If results are not meeting goals set in the annual plan at the start of the year, what are we going to do about it? If we are on track, how will we maintain or improve performance?