Have you ever wondered why it is that some people follow through and achieve success with something while others either don’t follow through – e.g. they buy a coaching program or book and never use it – or they follow through but don’t seem to achieve positive results?

I have. Many times. And it’s really frustrating because if someone buys my product I truly want them to use it and to achieve results from it.

I know it’s not just me because I’ve had many discussions about this topic with several colleagues in the last couple of years.

Thankfully, John Reese and Frank Kern, two well-known and highly respected internet business professionals, wanted to know the answer to the very same question. So they asked one man who was sure to be able to explain this … Anthony Robbins. Better still, they recorded this interview so we can all benefit from it.

Click on the link below to watch this recording:

Tony Robbins Interview With John Reese And Frank Kern

Why Do Some People Succeed While Others Fail? is a post from: Donna-Marie Coggins

I’m not sure who wrote the following poem … I’ve been attempting to track its origins and author but with no success. All the same, I think it’s very well written and worth remembering, after all, ‘habit’ is something that can make or break your success in small business and, in fact, in all areas of your life.

The Habit Poem

I am your constant companion.
I am your greatest helper or heaviest burden.
I will push you onward or drag you down to failure.
I am completely at your command.
Half of the things you do you might as well turn
over to me and I will do them – quickly and correctly.
I am easily managed – you must be firm with me.
Show me exactly how you want something done
and after a few lessons, I will do it automatically.
I am the servant of great people,
and alas, of all failures as well.
Those who are great, I have made great.
Those who are failures, I have made failures.
I am not a machine though
I work with the precision of a machine
plus the intelligence of a person.
You may run me for profit or run me for ruin -
it makes no difference to me.
Take me, train me, be firm with me, and
I will place the world at your feet.
Be easy with me and I will destroy you.
Who am I? I am Habit.

After reading that poem, take 5 minutes to think about your habits … which ones are pushing you onwards? And which ones are dragging you down? Most importantly, what are you going to do about it?

Habits – They Can Make Or Break Your Business is a post from: Donna-Marie Coggins

“More than anything else, I believe it’s our decisions, not the conditions of our lives, that determine our destiny.”

Anthony Robbins (Author and Speaker)

What Determines Our Destiny? is a post from: Donna-Marie Coggins

The answer is … neither!

In the words of retired American Football Coach, sportscaster, author and speaker, Lou Holtz:

“You were not born a winner, and you were not born a loser.

You are what you make yourself be.”

So now the question is, which one will you choose to make yourself?

Were You Born A Winner Or Loser? is a post from: Donna-Marie Coggins

Have you ever seen people who appear to be perhaps not as skilled as you, not as experienced as you, not as bright as you, maybe not even as popular as you … yet they are more successful than you by your own definition of success?

I’ve lost count of the number of people who have come to me for business mentoring who have said this exact thing. They can’t understand why others start a business and it thrives from day 1, yet they themselves have struggled to make a profit.

Certainly skills, abilities, contacts and business sense make a difference, but beyond that, you need to look deeper. You need to look at your entrepreneurial mindset. This includes the way you think, the way you act and what you believe.

This video by the legendary late Jim Rohn – an amazing man and a true role model for me – is essential for anyone who wants to develop an entrepreneurial mindset. In this, Jim speaks candidly about some of the concepts and statements that changed his life for the better.

Remember … “Success Is Something You Attract By The Person You Become,” Jim Rohn.

The Importance Of Developing An Entrepreneurial Mindset is a post from: Donna-Marie Coggins

Something to think about…

“Real integrity is doing the right thing, knowing that nobody’s going to know whether you did it or not.”

Oprah Winfrey

What Is Real Integrity? is a post from: Donna-Marie Coggins

About four years ago I had the pleasure of seeing an interview with Carnegie Mellon Professor, Dr Randy Pausch. I  instantly had so much admiration for this man and found him to be incredibly inspirational, wise and entertaining all at the same time.

Sadly, he has since passed away from pancreatic cancer.

This video is his last lecture – Achieving Your Childhood Dreams. I realise that at just over an hour it’s a bit long for busy business people, but it’s really is worth making the time to watch this. When this lecture was given, Randy was terminally ill … but if he didn’t make mention of it at the start of his presentation, you’d probably never know. He truly is an amazing man.

So if you need a boost, motivation or an excuse for some time out, do yourself a favour and watch this.

Randy Pausch – The Last Lecture: Achieving Your Childhood Dreams is a post from: Donna-Marie Coggins

Something to keep in mind, especially when you’re having a having a challenging day…

“Laughter is to life what shock absorbers are to automobiles. It won’t take the potholes out of the road, but it sure makes the ride smoother.”

Barbara Johnson – Writer

Thought For The Day … Laughter And Life is a post from: Donna-Marie Coggins

One person I admire and look up to in business and also in personal development is the legendary Jim Rohn. It is with deep sadness that I write this, as this wonderful man passed away on 5 December 2009.

In the 3 part video below, Jim explains how you can have your best year ever. It’s worth taking a few minutes to watch these, so please make yourself a cuppa and watch it now if you want to see some improvements in any area of your life.

Part 1 of 3:

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Part 2 of 3:

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Part 3 of 3:

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Thank you, Jim, for all you gave to the world.

How To Have Your Best Year Ever is a post from: Donna-Marie Coggins

“The secret of making something work in your life, is firstly the deep desire to make it work.  And then a clear and definite vision without one thought of doubt or disbelief.”

Eileen Caddy (1917-2006) – Author and Spiritual Teacher

This is another of my favourite philosophies. While each of these components is necessary, quite often it’s that unwavering belief that you can do it, or achieve it, that is the most challenging part.

How many times do you find yourself thinking or even saying, “I could never do that”?

Next time you catch yourself thinking that, stop for a minute and think instead … “What if I could do that?” Or better still, “How can I do that?”

The more you are aware of these thoughts, the more you can focus on changing your limiting beliefs. In the beginning, you may need to pretend that you believe in yourself and your abilities. But after a while, this belief will start to become more natural. You’ll begin to doubt less and achieve more.

There’s another saying that comes to mind right now that you may be more familiar with…

“If you think you can do a thing or think you can’t do a thing, you’re right.”
Henry Ford (1863 – 1947)

The Secret Of Making Something Work In Your Life is a post from: Donna-Marie Coggins