Author Archives: directimpact

Goals Versus Process

As I look forward to 2017, I always set my revenue and expense goals. Many times, my revenues always seem to fall short. I am optimistic about this year because I will also have process goals to achieve each day. … Continue reading

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Warrior

As we enter the Christmas weekend, I was reading about the name Jesus. Jesus was actually a translated from the Greek/Hebrew name Joshua. Joshua means warrior/general and a person who delivers people from oppressors.  During the Christmas season, I need … Continue reading

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Giving

During the past year, I really wanted to be disciplined and give more money away. I would say I did an average job. Nonetheless, there is no greater joy than to give money to people who really need it. I … Continue reading

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Networking Report Card

I just attended ASAE networking event. Jeffrey Gitomer shared, “It’s not about who you met at the event. It’s about who you meet after the event.”

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Add or Subtract

Reading a book called Essentialism by Greg McKeown. It is a different way of looking at your life. I am learning good tips about what to remove from my life. Here’s a quote from Lao-tzu: “To attain knowledge, add things … Continue reading

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ASAP

As I enter my 26th year in business I am starting to get a different perspective on ASAP or As Soon As Possible. When it comes to decision making, I have found ASAP usually does not bode well for expected … Continue reading

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Essentialism

I just picked up a book on Essentialism by Greg McKeown. Greg points out that the first and crucial skill to learn is the ability to choose choice, in every area of your life. Essentialist= “I choose to.” Exercises the … Continue reading

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Dirt

There is an old saying “Those who throw dirt lose ground.” It is so hard to practice when somebody throws dirt at you first. If you can delay your reaction by just a day, the emotion of the moment will … Continue reading

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Easy or Not

I was watching a video from Jim Rohn and he shared about the power of gratitude and sending a personal thank you note. Jim shared, “Do not neglect to do the easy things to show appreciation. It is easy not … Continue reading

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Sales- Follow Up

I was listening to Tim Wackel regarding follow up techniques this morning. He shared that you have to reach out at least five times to have a chance a new business opportunities. 80% of the prospects if you go above … Continue reading

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