Here is an idea that I have seen before. I am surprised I do not see more stories about this as a creative way to sell something. The idea is basically setting up a raffle to raffle of a house for example, that you can't get sold. If you want to sell your house for 200k you could sell 5000 tickets for $100.00 I sure with some advertising you could sell that many tickets that's $500,000.00. you would have spending cash left over. The reason I am posting this is because I just read a story of a person who did it and got 1.2 mil for here house. Click here to read the story. She had it valued at 1 mil.
Now I know this took place in Austria but I'm sure it has happened here in the states. In these times you have to get really creative to make it.
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
Information On My Upcomming Blog Carnival
I am hosting a blog carnival. It will start on Feb 1st. This is the first of many I plan on hosting. For those who do not know what a blog carnival is let me explain. Basically it is where bloggers submit articles on a particular topic. The carnival host collects all the articles submitted and puts links to all the articles in one blog post. Readers can look at the post and see the articles and read one or more articles of interest.
My first carnival is a basic one and it is on the topic of living better. If you wish to submit an article you can do so by clicking on the link on the carnival box on my sidebar, or by clicking this Link. All articles will be posted on Feb 1st
My first carnival is a basic one and it is on the topic of living better. If you wish to submit an article you can do so by clicking on the link on the carnival box on my sidebar, or by clicking this Link. All articles will be posted on Feb 1st
Friday, January 16, 2009
Got the Right Stuff To Be an Entrepreneur? Find Out Now!
Do you have what it takes to make it as a business owner? Making a realistic assessment of your skills, abilities, and interests should be considered essential. You most likely will not fit the entrepreneur profile exactly, but knowing your strengths and weaknesses gives you an advantage in preparing for the support you may need in running your business.
If your personal profile does not seem to line up with the following profile of characteristics of the typical successful entrepreneur, give some long, hard thought as to whether you are really cut out to be a business owner. The matter of your success is far too important to leave to chance.
#1 — Drive to Achieve
One factor that is found most often is highly successful business owners is a tremendous drive to achieve. This attitude tends to override everything else and seems to have almost everything to do with success.
#2 — Desire to Succeed
Success can be considered to be the constant achievement of worthwhile goals. Exactly what are worthwhile goals is a matter of individual interpretation. Obviously, any measure of success must agree with the Word of God.
#3 — Overall Tendency to Follow Through
This applies to any personal commitment or the accomplishment of any task. Even when the going gets tough, the entrepreneur is not apt to quit halfway through. In a word, you must have perseverance.
#4 — Positive Mental Attitude
Being generally optimistic even in challenging situations is a kind of attitude that generally grows out of being confident in who you are and understanding your abilities. Knowing who you are in Christ, and that you are called to the business arena, are major contributors to this.
#5 — Objective Approach
This entails the ability to realistically and accurately view each situation and assess associated risks and determine an appropriate course of action. Being able to honestly determine one’s own abilities and limitations is vital, as is not thinking more highly of yourself than you ought.
#6 — A Respectful Attitude Toward Money
This includes a tendency to look upon money as a means for accomplishing things, rather than as a thing to be sought after as an end in itself. The love of money is still the root of all evil.
#7 — A Tendency to Anticipate Developments
Those who possess the ability to see things coming are able to take the appropriate course of action, rather than reacting only when circumstances are upon them. The prudent see danger and protect themselves.
#8 — Resourcefulness
The ability to solve unique problems in unique ways is vital for entrepreneurs. They are often demanded to handle new developments with no previous experience to rely on as a guide.
#9 — Stable Relationships
Being emotionally stable, cheerful, cooperative, and able to get along well with employees and associates are vitally important characteristics of successful business owners.
#10 — Effective Communications
The ability to effectively communicate and present your ideas for both verbal and written means is extremely important. You must be able to communicate an idea or vision beyond just stating the facts in order to generate a response in others.
#11 — Technical Knowledge
An entrepreneur is usually well-rounded, knowledgeable about business operations and practices, and able to skillfully utilize information towards effecting reasonable results.
#12 — Understands Own Skills
Successful entrepreneurs have taken a good, honest look at themselves. Answering the following questions is a good place to start. What do you like to do best? What are your three major skills, and what can you do better than most people? Describe your management abilities and how your experience applies to your business.
Running a business is nothing like working for someone else. You are responsible for everything. Truly, the buck stops with you. Are you a self-starter, capable of planning, organizing, and carrying out projects on your own initiative? If this all still sounds good to you, operating your own business can be source of immense satisfaction and can provide many wonderful rewards.
About Paul J. Meyer
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If you knew how to find the secrets to success, wealth, and happiness, you would probably sell everything you had to acquire them. Profiles of Success includes profiles of 17 highly successful men - it will change the way you look at life. No matter what your destiny, you are sure to become more successful if you apply just one of the many principles inside! Get your copy of Profiles of Success now at www.theleadingedgepublishing.com.
If your personal profile does not seem to line up with the following profile of characteristics of the typical successful entrepreneur, give some long, hard thought as to whether you are really cut out to be a business owner. The matter of your success is far too important to leave to chance.
#1 — Drive to Achieve
One factor that is found most often is highly successful business owners is a tremendous drive to achieve. This attitude tends to override everything else and seems to have almost everything to do with success.
#2 — Desire to Succeed
Success can be considered to be the constant achievement of worthwhile goals. Exactly what are worthwhile goals is a matter of individual interpretation. Obviously, any measure of success must agree with the Word of God.
#3 — Overall Tendency to Follow Through
This applies to any personal commitment or the accomplishment of any task. Even when the going gets tough, the entrepreneur is not apt to quit halfway through. In a word, you must have perseverance.
#4 — Positive Mental Attitude
Being generally optimistic even in challenging situations is a kind of attitude that generally grows out of being confident in who you are and understanding your abilities. Knowing who you are in Christ, and that you are called to the business arena, are major contributors to this.
#5 — Objective Approach
This entails the ability to realistically and accurately view each situation and assess associated risks and determine an appropriate course of action. Being able to honestly determine one’s own abilities and limitations is vital, as is not thinking more highly of yourself than you ought.
#6 — A Respectful Attitude Toward Money
This includes a tendency to look upon money as a means for accomplishing things, rather than as a thing to be sought after as an end in itself. The love of money is still the root of all evil.
#7 — A Tendency to Anticipate Developments
Those who possess the ability to see things coming are able to take the appropriate course of action, rather than reacting only when circumstances are upon them. The prudent see danger and protect themselves.
#8 — Resourcefulness
The ability to solve unique problems in unique ways is vital for entrepreneurs. They are often demanded to handle new developments with no previous experience to rely on as a guide.
#9 — Stable Relationships
Being emotionally stable, cheerful, cooperative, and able to get along well with employees and associates are vitally important characteristics of successful business owners.
#10 — Effective Communications
The ability to effectively communicate and present your ideas for both verbal and written means is extremely important. You must be able to communicate an idea or vision beyond just stating the facts in order to generate a response in others.
#11 — Technical Knowledge
An entrepreneur is usually well-rounded, knowledgeable about business operations and practices, and able to skillfully utilize information towards effecting reasonable results.
#12 — Understands Own Skills
Successful entrepreneurs have taken a good, honest look at themselves. Answering the following questions is a good place to start. What do you like to do best? What are your three major skills, and what can you do better than most people? Describe your management abilities and how your experience applies to your business.
Running a business is nothing like working for someone else. You are responsible for everything. Truly, the buck stops with you. Are you a self-starter, capable of planning, organizing, and carrying out projects on your own initiative? If this all still sounds good to you, operating your own business can be source of immense satisfaction and can provide many wonderful rewards.
About Paul J. Meyer
--------------------------------------------------------------------------------
If you knew how to find the secrets to success, wealth, and happiness, you would probably sell everything you had to acquire them. Profiles of Success includes profiles of 17 highly successful men - it will change the way you look at life. No matter what your destiny, you are sure to become more successful if you apply just one of the many principles inside! Get your copy of Profiles of Success now at www.theleadingedgepublishing.com.
Wednesday, January 14, 2009
Law Of Attraction Viedo
Here is a great video I came accross on You Tube!! It's about a minute long Check it out. Are you quick enough to get every phrase.
Monday, January 12, 2009
Having A Positive Mental Attitude.
Having a positive mental attitude is a good thing. It can help you get through tough times. One of the hardest things to do is keep that PMA when you don't feel anything positive going on around you. Here are some thoughts on how to have a positive mental attitude
For most of us we go through the everyday motions of life and take it as it comes. We either deal with it, or get help. Sometimes however we just feel down for one reason or another. Sometimes we can't even put a finger on what has us feeling down. Life is just one big drag. We feel like there is no end and this is all life has to offer. We blame other things for our unhappiness. We start to press or give up. We say to our self it will get better just be positive.
I have spent a lot of time reading about the laws of attraction, meditation, and intention manifestation. The common denominator in all my readings is belief. You must believe you will acquire the things you want. What is not the same is how to go about getting the belief. This is the hard part. I feel you must have some tangible successes every so often because you will not believe for long if things don’t start going in your favor. Even if they do, once they stop the doubts set in. You start to question your beliefs. Are they out of touch, are they unrealistic. If belief is god then doubt is the devil.
How do we keep doubt low while keeping belief high? When I feel like I am starting to doubt myself I start to look for anything positive. I might surf the Internet for some positive stories. This is a good way to get rid of doubts. You can always find something online to feel good about. Reading about positive things starts to put those types of thoughts back into your head and sub-conscious. Writing is another way to get into a positive frame of mind. When I feel like things are starting to get away I pull out a note pad and begin to write down something I want to change about my life. I don’t write it once or twice I fill up about 2 or 3 pages with positive thoughts.
The biggest key to having a positive mental attitude is action. We must do something to feel productive. Feeling productive is healthy for the mind. I started this blog as a way to take positive action. It helps me get my thoughts out. It gets my mind working. I keep the belief that one day my posting will have a positive effect on somebody. Here are a few affirmations I use from a book I read Total Self Confidence by Robert Anthony.
- Everything I can possibly be is right this moment a part of my consciousness.
- This moment I am prepared and equipped to accept my limitless potential.
- My consciousness, with its clear correct knowing, produces the desires of my heart.
- I am continually receptive to new ways and methods for my greatest good.
- This day and every day moves smoothly for me because I am confident and efficient.
Having a positive attitude without taking action in my opinion is no good. As positive as you think, it will lead to nothing tangible. Those positive thoughts should be use to motivate you to take action. Do we become positive from action or does the thoughts lead us to take action. It’s probably different for each person. For me reading and writing positive things lead me to take action
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