Introducing "Speechless Sundays" - 11/30/08 12:20 PM
Sounds like fun.
Lou

Via Steve Hoffacker - Real Estate Sales & Marketing Consulting and Strategies:
This is the launch of a new group called "Speechless Sundays." It is patterned after the successful new group “Wordless Wednesdays” and offers another opportunity to share inspiring photographs to start the week off on a positive note.
Share your pictures of waterfalls, sunrises, sunsets, children playing, landscapes, worship, or family relationships – anything that sets a wonderful positive tone and that can be said with just the picture. Original works only - something you personally took.
The whole point is to let the picture … (8 comments)

Achieving Success - 11/30/08 11:38 AM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Achieving Success
 
"I have learned that success is to be measured
not so much by the position that one has
reached in life as by the obstacles which he has
overcome while trying to succeed."
 Booker T. Washington, educator, author
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
The measure of a successful person is the obstacles they overcome on their success journey.
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The Power to Make Your Dreams Come True - 11/29/08 09:00 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
The Power to Make Your Dreams Come True
 
          "A dream in the mind of the believer,
and the hands of a doer.
You are not given a dream,
without being given the power
to make it come true."
Anonymous
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Believe in your dreams in your heart and mind and take the actions to make them come true.
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Know Where You’re Going - 11/29/08 04:40 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Know Where You're Going
 
"People with goals succeed
because they know where they're going."
 Earl Nightingale, author, speaker
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
When you have a clearly defined purpose, along with a written plan where you clarify your goals, it keeps you on track to understand where you're going and how you will get there.
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The After Glow of Satisfaction - 11/28/08 07:48 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
The After Glow of Satisfaction 
 
          "Happiness does not come from 
doing easy work but
from the after glow of satisfaction
that comes after the achievement of a
difficult task that demanded our best."
 Theodore Rubin
 
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Doing our best creates internal satisfaction knowing that we gave our best in a difficult task to achieve our goal.
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Focus Your Conscious Mind - 11/28/08 02:19 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Focus Your Conscious Mind
 
"The key to success is to
focus our conscious mind
on things we desire,
not things we fear."
 Brian Tracy, author
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Focus your mind on the positives and the opportunities; never allow fear to control your actions.
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Perspective - 11/27/08 12:55 PM
 

Inspirational Power Quote
 
Perspective
 
 "You must look within for value,
 but must look beyond for perspective."
  Denis Waitley, author, speaker
 
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Look beyond the way things are today. Look at them as they can be, then take the necessary actions to make them the way you want them to be.
 
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How We Are Judged - 11/26/08 09:31 AM

 Inspirational Power Quote
 
 How We Are Judged
 
 "We are judged by
 what we finish,
not what we start."
 Anonymous
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
If you believe that it's worth doing and will add value to your life make sure to see it through. Stay with it just a little longer and be sure to bring it to a successful conclusion.
 
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Tips and Tools to Increase Your Income! - 11/25/08 03:05 PM
Limted seat reserve you seat today.
Thanks
Lou Ludwig

Via Danielle Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches:
Tips and Tools you can immediately implement into your business to increase your income
Instructed by Lou Ludwig, National Trainer and Active Member of the Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches and the Gold Coast Builders Association.


RAPB Boca Raton Conference Center
3200 N. Military Trail,  Suite 110
9:00am-12:00pm
Effective Personal Promotion and Marketing Strategies
December 5, 2008
Look at Personal Promotion and Marketing in a Different Prospective.  STOP Wasting your Time and Money on methods that no longer work!  Building a … (0 comments)

Sun and Education in Florida GRI-1, Key Logo Florida - 11/25/08 01:54 PM
Standards of Practice
GRI Course 1
December 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, and 11, 2008

Approved for 45-hours of Sales Associate Post Licensing
<or>
11-hours specialty CE <and> 3-hours Core Law Tuition:
On or before November 15, 2008

Members & Non-Members $247.50 Members & Non-Members $287.50 Florida Keys Board of REALTORS®
Training Center
92410 Overseas Highway,
Suite #3
Tavernier, FL 33070
Sponsors:

Florida Keys Board of REALTORS® and the Florida
Association of REALTORS®
To register: 305-852-9294 - fax: 305.852.0716
or logon to: http://www.flkeysboardofrealtors.com
Too busy for classes? You can now take GRI-1 online! Logon to: http://www.fargri.com

Do … (0 comments)

Look for the Stars - 11/25/08 07:37 AM
  
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Look for the Stars
 
"When it is dark enough,
you can see the stars."
 Ralph Waldo Emerson
 
As I see it. . . . . . . .
On the darkest of days and through our deepest challenges there is a ray of hope. Look pass the darkness and into the light of a better tomorrow.
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Have you completed your Mandatory Realtor Code of Ethics? - 11/24/08 02:16 PM
Don't miss the NAR's mandated Code of Ethics training by December 31, 2008.
Lou

Via Danielle Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches: If you are a Realtor, meaning you are a member of your local Realtor Association, you MUST take the NAR Mandated Code of Ethics between January 1st, 2005 and December 31st, 2008 or you will LOSE YOUR REALTOR MEMBERSHIP!!!
I know it's hard to remember when it was last taken...something you may have done 4 years ago is hard for anyone to keep track of. 
You can either check by contacting your local board and making sure they have … (6 comments)

Citigroup collapses! - 11/24/08 01:37 PM
This is an important blog for the real estate professional to read.
Lou
Via Jane Herron:
Citigroup collapses! Banking Shutdown Possible by Martin D. Weiss, Ph.D.

 
1 OCC's Quarterly Report on Bank Trading and Derivatives Activities, Second Quarter 2008, http://www.occ.treas.gov/ftp/release/2008-115a.pdf, page 1.
2 Bank for International Settlements, Semiannual OTC derivatives statistics at end-December 2007, http://www.bis.org/statistics/otcder/dt1920a.pdf
 
Weiss Research, first began rating the safety of the nation's banks in the early 1980s, and later founded Weiss Ratings, a separate subsidiary dedicated exclusively to safety ratings - on thousands of banks, insurance companies, brokerage firms, mutual funds and stocks.
Subsequently the Weiss … (0 comments)

Do You Want Your Life to be More Rewarding? - 11/24/08 01:33 PM
 
 Inspirational Power Quote
 
 Do You Want Your Life to be More Rewarding?
 
 "If you want your life to be
 more rewarding you have to
 change the way you think."
  Oprah Winfrey
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
When you change your thinking, you change the way you see your world and your life.
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Appreciate What You Have - 11/23/08 11:44 AM
  
 Inspirational Power Quote
 
 Appreciate What You Have
 
 "What if you gave someone a gift,
 and they neglected to thank you for it-
 would you be likely to give them another?
 Life is the same way.
 In order to attract more of the
 blessings that life has to offer,
 you must truly appreciate
 what you already have."
  Ralph Marston
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
A principal of the law of attraction is when we show appreciation and are grateful for what we have we will continue to attract abundance into our … (4 comments)

How to Avoid Mistakes - 11/22/08 08:34 PM
 
 Inspirational Power Quote

 How to Avoid Mistakes

     "Every mistake that I made-
   and we all make mistakes-
 came because I didn't take the time
 to get all the facts.
 I didn't drive had enough."
 Charles Knight  
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Intense preparation prepares us for success; our extra effort is the price we pay in advance to succeed. 
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Think of Yourself as Successful - 11/22/08 12:06 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Think of Yourself as Successful
 
"Success is a state of mind.
If you want success,
start thinking of yourself
as a success."
 Dr. Joyce Brothers
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
A positive mental attitude will determine your thinking and actions which is the foundation of success.
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Seize the Day - 11/21/08 02:42 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Seize the Day
 
"I believe life is a series of near misses,
a lot of what we ascribe to luck is not luck at all.
It's seizing the day and accepting
responsibility for the future.
It's seeing what others don't see,
and pursuing that vision."
 Howard Schultz, Starbucks CEO
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Seize the day! Take responsibility for your future and continually seek new opportunities.
 
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Possibilities - 11/20/08 08:22 PM
  
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Possibilities
 
"Limitations live only in our minds.
But if we use our imaginations,
our possibilities become limitless."
 Jamie Paolinetti
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Our minds control our actions and our actions control our outcome. Train your mind to become a possibility thinker.
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Be An Optimist - 11/19/08 05:36 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Be An Optimist
 
"A pessimist sees the difficulty in every opportunity;
an optimist sees the opportunity in every difficulty."
 Sir Winston Churchill
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Successful people see through the fog of challenges and difficulties to see the opportunities and solutions.
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Achieving the 75,000 Point Milestone and Counting - 11/19/08 05:31 PM
Achieving the 75,000 Point Milestone and Counting
 
Today as realized that I had passed the 75,000 point milestone with active rain
It seems like yesterday that I made my first post.
I have enjoyed the social networking that active rain offers with real estate professional's through-out the county along with the exchange of comments on the posts. 
There is great information flowing through active rain, with people very open and willing to share their stories and expertise. 
I will look forward to continue to sharing information with the active rain community in the future.
I invite you to view … (6 comments)

Do Your Best - 11/18/08 01:29 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Do Your Best
 
"The freedom to do your best means nothing
unless you are willing to do your best."
 Colin Powell, 65th U.S. Secretary of State
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
You have to be willing to do your personal best everyday to reach mastery in your life and business.
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Women's Council of Realtors Installation - 11/18/08 01:23 PM
The must of the year.
Via Danielle Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches:

PRESIDENT: JUDY RAMELLAPRESIDENT-ELECT: MARY KENYONVICE-PRESIDENT OF MEMBERSHIP: MARIA ELENA ARIASTREASURER: KRISTIN STAMPINISECRETARY: EDDY SUA
 
 December 4, 2008BENVENUTO1730 N Federal HighwayBoynton Beach, FL561-364-0600Cocktail Hour: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pmOpen bar entire eveningDJ EntertainmentFormal Attire$75.00 per personRSVP by November 26,2008Reservations




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Success is Within Your Reach - 11/17/08 01:24 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Success is Within Your Reach
 
"You are, at this moment,
 standing, right in the middle of
your own acres of diamonds."
 Earl Nightingale, author, speaker
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
We search for success, when many times success is within our reach from where we are standing. 
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Understand the Foreclosure Protection Act - 11/17/08 01:03 PM
Outstanding seminar and the investment is FREE

Via Danielle Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches:
… (2 comments)

Understand the Foreclosure Protection Act - 11/17/08 01:03 PM
Outstanding seminar and it's FREE
Via Danielle Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches:
… (0 comments)

The Value of Perseverance - 11/17/08 12:32 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
The Value of Perseverance
 
"Talent made a poor appearance.
Until he married Perseverance."
 Arthur Guiterman, editor and poet
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Talent will start you on your success journey, but when you introduce perseverance you create an unstoppable combination of forward momentum to take you over the finish line.
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The Strength of America - 11/16/08 11:08 AM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
The Strength of America
 
"The genius of the United States is not
best or most in its executives or legislatures,
nor in its ambassadors or authors
or colleges, or churches, or parlors,
nor even in its newspapers or inventors,
but always most in the common people."
 Walt Whitman, poet
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
The strength of America is in the people. Never underestimate the will of the American people to overcome any obstacle or challenge once they put their minds to it.
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A Life of Integrity - 11/15/08 05:37 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
A Life of Integrity
 
          "A life lived with integrity-
even if it lacks the trappings of
fame and fortune
is a shinning star in whose light
others may follow in the years to come."
 Denis Waitley, author, speaker
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Integrity is the foundation of a successful person.
 
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Continue to Grow and Thrive - 11/15/08 04:42 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Continue to Grow and Thrive 
 
"It is one of the paradoxes of success
that the things and ways which got you there
are seldom those things
that keep you there."
 Charles Handy
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
In order to continue to grow and thrive we have to move out of our comfort zone, adjust as needed, and expand and improve our skills.
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Your Beliefs Become the Ignition Switch - 11/14/08 02:53 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Your Beliefs Become the Ignition Switch
 
"If you believe you can, you probably can.
If you believe you won't, you most assuredly won't.
Belief is the ignition switch that
gets you off the launching pad."
 Denis Waitley, author, speaker
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Your personal belief system provides the spark to believe in yourself and your ability to succeed.
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Your Greatest Asset - 11/14/08 02:41 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Your Greatest Asset 
 
             "Enthusiasm is the greatest         
asset in the world.
It beats money, power and influence."
 Henry Chester
   
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Enthusiasm is the fuel that powers the engine of your success. Keep your tank full because you will never know when you may need a boost.
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A Wise Man - 11/13/08 06:46 PM
  
Inspirational Power Quote
 
A Wise Man
 
"The heart of a fool is in his mouth,
but the mouth of a wise man
is in his heart."
 Benjamin Franklin, statesman
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
A wise man thinks before he speaks, and understands the result of his words.
  
 

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Starting Where You Are - 11/13/08 03:00 PM
  
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Starting Where You Are
 
"Everyone who got where he is
had to begin where he was."
 Robert Louis Stevenson
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Your success journey starts with what you currently have and with the first step you take from where you stand today.
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Our own Michael Owen received NAR award at convention this weekend! - 11/12/08 12:57 PM
Michael Owen member of the Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches is recognized By NAR
Via Danielle Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches:
Congratulations to Michael Owen of Delray Beach, FL, a very active member of the Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches (RAPB) for receiving the National Association of Realtors 2008 Distinguished Service Award this weekend at the National Convention.  Out of 1.2 milllion Realtors, no more than two are recognized with this award each year.  
NAR established the DSA in 1979 to honor Realtors(R) who have made outstanding contributions to the real estate industry and are recognized as leaders in their … (0 comments)

Your Knowledge and Expertise - 11/12/08 11:54 AM
  
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Your Knowledge and Expertise
 
"Knowledge is power.
The more knowledge, expertise, and connections
you have, the easier it is for you to
make a profit at the game of your choice."
 Stuart Wilde, author, speaker
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
As you increase your knowledge and expertise you will become a valued resource for your customers. This will separate you from the competition and you will be seen as an expert in your field.
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Can You Imagine - 11/11/08 08:45 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Can You Imagine  
 
"For imagination sets the goal picture
which our automatic mechanism works on.
We act, or fail to act, not because of will,
as is so commonly believed,
but because of imagination."
 Dr. Maxwell Maltz
 
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Our imagination creates the vision of our future as we want it to be.
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It’s Always to Early to Quit - 11/10/08 12:54 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
It's Always to Early to Quit
 
"Triumph often is nearest
when defeat seems inescapable."
 B. C. Forbes, publisher Forbes magazine
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
It's always too early to quit.  Many times our goals are within our reach but all we see are the obstacles and the challenges. At that moment we have a choice. Do we continue to strive towards our objectives or do we quit?
 
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Focus on the Present - 11/09/08 08:36 AM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Focus on the Present
 
"I try to learn from the past
but I plan for the future
by focusing exclusively on the present,
that's where the fun is."
 Donald Trump, entrepreneur
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
By focusing on the present and planning for the future, we lay the foundation for our future success.
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When Everything is Going up in Smoke - 11/08/08 10:00 PM
Inspirational Power Quote
 
When Everything is Going up in Smoke
 
"I can tell you about a sawmill man
with whom I set one night while every dollar he owned
was going up in smoke before his eyes.
He was very quiet.
I tried to be sympathetic.
"I'm imagining how the new mill will look," he said."
 Clarence Budington Kelland, in the American Magazine
  
 
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Life is about how we look at things
 
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If We Want Our Children to Improve - 11/08/08 09:57 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
If We Want Our Children to Improve
 
"If you want your children to improve,
let them overhear the nice things
you say about other people."
 Haim Ginott
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Children will mirror the actions of their parents, set an example for your children that  would make you proud even when your not there.
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The Real Measure of a Man - 11/08/08 09:52 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
The Real Measure of a Man
 
"The real measure of a man's worth
is how much he would be worth
if he lost all his money."
 Harold J. Smith
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
A mans truth worth is the foot prints that he leaves for the people around him and future generations.
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Dedicate Yourself - 11/08/08 06:12 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Dedicate Yourself
 
"In order to excel,
you must be completely dedicated to your chosen sport.
You must also be prepared to work hard
 and be willing to accept constructive criticism.
Without one-hundred percent dedication,
you won't be able to do this."
 Willie Mays, baseball great and hall of fame inductee
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
To achieve success dedicate your heart, your spirit, and your effort in your chosen field.
 
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Floridians get Health Insurance - 11/07/08 08:01 PM
 Note Insurance Inforamtion for Realtors
Via Danielle Realtors Association of the Palm Beaches:
HEALTH INSURANCEFlorida has picked six insurers, including United Healthcare and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida, to provide no-frills health insurance plans for nearly 4 million Floridians now without coverage. Residents uninsured for at least six months could be able to buy a policy under the "Cover Florida" program sometime in early 2009.Read the full story:http://www.floridarealtors.org/NewsAndEvents/n1-101708.cfm
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Acquiring Wisdom - 11/07/08 11:49 AM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Acquiring Wisdom
 
"Wisdom is not a product of schooling
but of the lifelong attempt to acquire it."
 Albert Einstein
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Wisdom comes from our experiences throughout our lives. Wisdom also comes from trial and error, having an open mind, and learning to do things in a more efficient and productive manner.  
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Changing Your Inner Attitude - 11/06/08 04:06 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Changing Your Inner Attitude
 
"Human beings, by changing
the inner attitudes of their minds, can
change the outer aspects of their lives."
 Williams James (1842-1910)
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Your subconscious mind controls your thinking; your attitude will control how you respond. A positive attitude will create positive opportunities.
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A True Champion - 11/05/08 01:16 PM
Inspirational Power Quote
 
A True Champion
 
"A champion is one who gets up
even when he can't."
 Jack Dempsey, heavyweight boxing champion
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Many times we encounter situations where we feel that all is lost and it would be easier not to get up and try again. A true champion picks themselves up and goes on.   
 
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Admit Your Mistakes - 11/04/08 09:09 AM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Admit Your Mistakes
 
"A man must be big enough to admit his mistakes,
smart enough to profit from them,
and strong enough to correct them."
 John C. Maxwell, author
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Mistakes are part of your personal growth and your success journey. Use your mistakes as a learning experience to become a better person.
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Anger - 11/03/08 09:46 AM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Anger
 
"Anger is a wind which blows
out the lamp of the mind."
 Robert Green Ingersoll
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
Anger will distort your thinking and your decision making. When anger overcomes you, you will lose control of the moment and your life.
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Your Attitude Determines Your Outcome - 11/02/08 07:43 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Your Attitude Determines Your Outcome
 
"Like success, failure is many things to many people.
With a positive mental attitude, failure is a learning experience, a rung on the ladder, a plateau at which to get
your thoughts in order and prepare to try again."
 W. Clement Stone, entrepreneur
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
How you view your world through the eyes of your attitude will determine how and what you see.
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Acceptance of What Has Happened - 11/01/08 04:45 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Acceptance of What Has Happened
 
"Acceptance of what has happened
is the first step to over-coming
the consequence of any misfortune."
 William James
  
As I see it. . . . . . . .
First accept was has happened, and then take the reasonability for the actions that would change the circumstances, then take massive action to create the desired outcome.
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Starting Where You Are - 11/01/08 02:22 PM
 
Inspirational Power Quote
 
Starting Where You Are
 
"Everyone who got where he is
had to begin where he was."
 Robert Louis Stevenson

As I see it. . . . . . . .
Your success journey starts with what you currently have and with the first step you take from where you stand today.
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