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The Darker Side of Goal Setting: Why Goal Setting Fails ...
Beware the Misuse of Goal Setting Why don't most people set and achieve personal goals, career goals and business goals? Goal setting is a positive, powerful practice when it ignites enthusiasm and provides clear direction. For more, please visit http://humanresources.about.com/cs/strategichr/a/aadark_goals.htm?nl=1
How to Attain Your Goals by Creating Your Life's Opus
Most people want to live a fulfilling and rewarding life. That's why there's no shortage of self-help materials on how to set goals and design an ideal life. However, even with the plethora of information available on how to create the life of your dreams, many people still feel...
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The 5 Steps to Setting SMART Business Goals
Every large corporation has clearly set and articulated goals to drive the company forward. Yet, in the world of small business, many businesses lack a focused goal. "Get more business" is a typical reply of small business owners when asked of future plans. Any self-respecting C.E.O....
It's Time For A New Year's Revolution
No, that's not a typo in the title. Resolutions are easy; most of us make them at least once a year. A revolution, on the other hand, is something you may not have made since you started your small business. For more, go to http://sbinformation.about.com/cs/development/a/ucnewyr.htm?nl=1....
Got Resolutions for Your Business?
You're probably heading into the New Year revitalized and ready to take on each and every challenge on your list-more sales, enhanced customer service, and maybe just a day off here and there. But you know that it's as easy to break those resolutions as it is to make them. There's...
The Art of the Goal
ProLaureate © 2007 "Give me a stock clerk with a goal and I'll give you a man who will make history. Give me a man with no goals and I'll give you a stock clerk." J.C. Penney The Art of the Goal Goals - we all have them - or at least think about them. But do you...
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Stop Curling Up Like a Porcupine! Get Accountable!
"That's not my job." "Sorry...I can't help you. That's the marketing department's problem." "I don't know anything about that." These are just a few of the phrases that reign in organizations that lack accountability. Call it "the...
The Secret to Setting and Achieving Your Goals
Melissa was a stellar agent in a small real estate agency. After years of being the top earner in her company, she moved from that small agency into one of the largest real estate firms in the country. Melissa felt like she was moving up in the world and had high expectations to achieve even...
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Six Small Steps to Break Out of a Big Rut By Guerline Jasmin
The following article will not only help you personally, but professionally. Take these tips and put them into practice through a COSE MindShare group. Your group members will hold you accountable for your goals and help you get "unstuck". You know how it feels to be stuck in...
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Six Disciplines for Leaders
Excellence is an enduring pursuit; it requires an enduring approach. Is excellence important to you and your organization? Do you want it to be? Today, it's hard to pick up a business book or magazine and not find the latest advice for what it takes for business leaders to pursue...
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Peer Power
Many successful business owners are turning to peer advisory groups. Here's why... September 30, 2006 By: Nancy A. Shenker "I don't really want my internal people to know everything about my business's pain points." "I'm great with financial issues, but...
Join Some Great Minds
Imagine having your own personal network of trusted peer advisors that you could turn to when you need business support - a team that could provide honest advice and a ‘reality check' on your most important business decisions. That's the strategy behind a MasterMind alliance, and...
How B2B Peer Groups Can Help Your Business Grow
What is a B2B Peer Group? A B2B peer group is sometimes also called a Mastermind Group. It is a small group of people, from the same field or business background; they meet regularly to exchange ideas and brainstorm. They also challenge each other to achieve new goals and give support in...
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Tips for Finding the Right MasterMind Members
TIP: Think alike. Great minds think alike. So do great colleagues. When evaluating potential partners, seven gotta-have characteristics to look for are: integrity, reliability, skills, can-do attitude, complementary abilities, matching values, and articulateness.
Leaders Gain Valuable Insights Through MasterMind Groups
Leaders Gain Valuable Insights Through Mastermind Groups by Christine W. Zust, M.A. Two heads are always better than one, but how about 6, 8, or 10 heads? Welcome to the world of mastermind groups, a growing business phenomenon that is being used by leaders around the world for...
