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Quick Book Review - Change The Way You See Everything Through Asset-Based Thinking

I made a quick trip to the local Sam’s Club this morning to see what they were currently offering for computers.  As always, I decided to quickly scan the books before I left.  One book practically called my name.  For a minute I thought I was dyslexic.  The title was printed backwards.  But it practically called out to me… “Pick me up, look at my beauty inside, have a drink of my wisdom.” 

It was sheer delight to spend this Saturday afternoon reading “Change The Way You See Everything Through Asset-Based Thinking”.  It’s a delightful but deep, quick read co-authored by Kathryn D. Cramer and Hank Wasiak.  The graphic design is exquisite.  The powerful messages resonated with my purpose…to help people bring out the best in themselves.

The introduction message, in part, goes like this:

“People from all walks of life surpass their current levels of excellence and achievement just by shifting, ever so slightly, the way they see everything.

Just think what could be possible if people focused their attention on:

§         Opportunities rather than problems

§         Strengths more than weaknesses

§         What can be done instead of what can’t

When you decrease your focus on what is wrong, and increase your focus on what is right, you build enthusiasm and energy, strengthen relationships, and move people and productivity to the next level.”

It goes on to deliver powerful practices, lessons and stories about the value of embracing “Asset-Based Thinking”.  This book is beautiful enough for your coffee table, and the teachings are brilliant enough to change your life.  It’s something you’ll go back to again and again, and each time something new will resonate with you.

If you’ve been treading water for too long, and you’re ready to start swimming, this book will be one of your favorites.  Don’t miss it!

Be Visible!

Are you looking for another great resource?   If so, take a peek at Be Visible.  It's not your average ezine.  The design is fabulous! The content is second to none!  And it's free (with the option to make a small donation).  This one is too cool to miss!  Go there now!

Thanks go to my good buddy Phil Gerbyshak (The Make It Great Guy), for pointing me in that direction!

Act Like The Apprentice!

I have to admit, I'm suffering from Apprentice withdrawal this season.  Somehow my brain just can't remember that it's on Monday instead of Thursday.  I miss the learning.  I know it's just TV, but if you watch closely there are phenomenal lessons to be gleaned.

What would you do differently if you were playing the apprentice?  Do you want to play?  Here's a scenario...

Your boss calls a meeting.  Your entire team is in the room.  It's so quiet you can hear a pin drop.  You can feel the tension in the air.  And then she finally utters a word you never expected...CUTBACKS!

She has 90 days to cut 3 people from the team.  Basically she's putting the decision in your hands.  Here's the deal.  The 3 people who add the least value to the company at the end of 90 days will be cut.

Your heart pounds and your brain spins.  In 90 days you could be out of a job.  Nothing you've done in the past matters.  It isn't fair.  You didn't see it coming.  90 days isn't long enough!  Oh my god...what now?

Your future is in your hands this very minute.  You've got 90 days.

• What will you do?
• How will you start?
• What will you do more of?
• What will you do less of?
• What will you start doing?
• What will you stop doing?
• What will you keep doing?

Are you willing to play it out with me?  Talk to me!  What's your plan?