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Author Archives: directimpact
Chuckle
If you get the gatekeeper to chuckle, you establish an emotional connection, which makes it easier to gain access the next time around. Here’s what worked for me this week: Gatekeeper says- Can I put you on hold while I … Continue reading
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Leadership- Definition
Leadership makes something happen that was not going to happen.
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Motivation and Action
The trick to motivating yourself? Take Action! Action=Results=Motivation/Where you see progress. The law of nature is: Do the thing and shall have the power. Ralph Waldo Emerson.
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Change- What to focus on?
The question is not what’s going to change in the next 10 years. The question should be what’s not going to change? This is the great opportunity. Jeff Bezos said people will always want vast selection, fast service and competitive … Continue reading
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Storytelling
The Best Story Wins! Apple was based on the success of Steve Jobs storytelling. All of their products already existed in the marketplace. Most human connection is based on effective storytelling. How can I tell my company’s story in a … Continue reading
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The Right Question
I read Gitomer’s post on loyalty yesterday. He mentioned the question Would you recommend ABC to your friends and colleagues? This is oriented toward customer satisfaction. The report card for loyalty would be, Why would you recommend ABC to your … Continue reading
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Out of Comfort Zone
Most don’t have the guts to risk the life they were living for one they were capable of.
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Future Question
When trying to persuade someone to buy your product or service, try asking the following question: Let’s fast forward a year after you implement our service . How do you know if your decision has been successful for you and … Continue reading
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Flexible
Set your goals for the day/year, but be flexible when unplanned events and opportunities come up. “Life is what happens to you when you are planning to do something else.” Ken Blanchard.
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What’s in your cup?
Life provides the cup and you choose how to fill it. When you hit a bump in the road, what spills over? Peace, Contentment, Anger, Resentment…
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