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Believe in the Power of Your Child’s Dreams

November 14, 2010 By Leave a Comment
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A quick note. I'm not exactly sure what inspired this post; it's still a little scattered in thought. I suppose I needed to remind myself that as I raise a family, I shouldn't let what I want for my children be a barrier to their progress. I believe that we have a responsibility to teach our children correct moral principles and a responsibility to help them succeed. Through the years I've worked with a lot of youth. I love how vibrant and energetic they are. I enjoy their company because Keep Reading »

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Business IS Personal

May 27, 2010 By 2 Comments
Chris Mower Dog Eat Dog World Small

You're probably familiar with the phrase, "It's a dog-eat-dog world out there." I've been hearing it for years, and I've used it a few times myself. It's a true phrase. If you're not careful, once you step foot into the big bad business world, you can get skewered, slathered in BBQ sauce, chewed up, and then spit out. These are reasons that people put up a guard and make business and the ensuing relationships as tough as boot leather. If you have seen the movie, "You've Got Mail" you may Keep Reading »

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You Want Me to Change?! Holy Smokes!

May 11, 2010 By 6 Comments
Darth Vader Wookie Diet Chris Mower

If you're interested in business you know you have to attract customers, some of which will be using your competitor's product. If you're interested in leading, you know you have to have followers. If you're interested in getting someone to change a behavior, you have to be convincing. If you're wanting to change a person's thoughts or opinions about something, you have to compel them to change by seeing that what you're offering is the best for them. There's only one problem. People are Keep Reading »

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A Networking Casestudy with Northwestern Mutual

May 4, 2010 By 3 Comments
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The other day I met with a financial representative from Northwestern Mutual. I'd like to share this "case study" with you as part of my ongoing series on how to network. I'm happy with my financial situation right now. My wife and I have taken great measures with our finances to accomplish what we consider priorities in our lives--part of which includes living on a cash budget since September with a mere $20 personal spending money each month. Needless to say for someone who likes to Keep Reading »

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12 Simple Lessons in Leadership for Those Who Want to Make a Difference

April 28, 2010 By 8 Comments
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There are a lot of people I admire out there who have good values, strong morals and contribute to society. Within that group I have personally observed four individuals who stand out as leaders and movers. These are my observations of their leadership behaviors. Remarkable leaders... …are not ashamed of their opinions. The most successful leaders I know are leaders because they have their opinions and values, and they stick to them. It’s these opinions and values that have caused Keep Reading »

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Why You Should Care about Who You Recommend

March 26, 2010 By 1 Comment

You should care about who you recommend. Everything you do and say reflects on you, and when you recommend somebody, everything they do or say reflects on you too. When you recommend somebody... ...you're also recommending their attitude. If they're eager to jump in and help, if they're positive, proactive, encouraging, and happy, that reflects on you. If they treat their customers or coworkers poorly, if they are mean, or if they are lazy and indifferent, that reflects on Keep Reading »

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