by admin on June 13, 2011
Not everyone can be an “Oprah” but the greatness that you see in her lives inside of you even if you haven’t realized it yet.
You may see the mega super star’s success as a random chance of luck…but what if you could tap into that specialness in your own unique way too?
As Oprah so beautifully stated on her last show…
“Everybody has a calling and our job in life is to figure out what that is and to get about the business of doing it.
Know what sparks the light in you, so that you in your own way can illuminate the world.
Wherever you are, it’s your platform, your stage, your circle of influence, that is your talk show and that is where your power lies. And every day you’re showing people exactly who you are and letting your life speak for you.
Deep down inside of you right now exists enormous power. You hold 5 golden keys that will activate the “Oprah factor” in your own life. Are you ready to put them inside the key hole and unlock your potential?
Key #1- Be Authentic: Oprah has been so relatable. She exposed her past in a way that connected us so deeply to her story that each one of us wanted her to succeed…really succeed. We watched her struggle with her weight as she attempted to publicly lose weight and fail. Time and time again we saw ourselves in her human-ness and our trust deepened. Successful people aren’t afraid to let their vulnerabilities show.
Key #2- Be Compassionate- Oprah makes a heart and soul connection with her audience. She looks directly into the eyes of each one of her guests and makes them feel like they are understood. Most of us just want an opportunity to tell our story and be heard. Successful people genuinely care about others.
Key #3- Be a Life Long Learner- Oprah has brought the “Book Club” back again and made it hip to be a student of life. She has highlighted her teachers and has credited much of her success to the things she has learned along the way. Books are her passion and all successful people are avid readers and seekers of knowledge.
Key #4- Be Generous- Oprah has established a tradition of giving back. She consistently surprised her audiences and guests with unexpected gifts from the heart. Oprah brought the concept of “being charitable” to the masses through mainstream television. Successful people focus on helping, giving and supporting others first.
Key #5- Be a Believer- Oprah has created her life by design through faith and determination. She decided when she was a young child that she was going to change her destiny. She showed millions of viewers that anything is possible. Oprah walked her talk and lived her passion. Successful people believe with every cell in their body that they are destined for something bigger than they are and they are willing to say yes to living their very best life.
Your key chain has all of the right keys…now it is up to you to put each one in the door and walk inside.
To Your Success,
Wendi Blum
http://www.wendiblum.com
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by admin on April 25, 2011
Make a Decision and Be Done With It
3 Ways to Decide and Be Done With It
Have you ever had to make a big decision and found yourself going back and forth unable to make a choice?
You and I both know that the longer you are in a “holding pattern” circling around with all the pros and cons, the what ifs, and the fear you are actually trading precious moments of success, happiness and contentment.
Ok, so you agree but you are frozen, stuck and can’t seem to figure it out. I thought you might say that, so let’s get down to basics and “decide and be done with it”. Here are three sure-fire methods to assist you.
1.) Decide to decide- I highly recommend that you invest in a stop watch, an alarm clock, or an egg timer. Set the timer for 20 minutes close your eyes and allow your deep sense of knowing what you want to happen. You already have the answer inside of you and you just need to give yourself permission to feel the answer. When the ringer buzzes your time is up and you make your final decision.
2.) Get out a piece of paper and draw a line down the middle. Write in big bold letters at the very top – My Decision – Yes or No. Start listing the pros on the right side and the cons on the left side. When you are finished, circle the one that feels right.
3.) Act quickly. Pick up the phone, send the email, or hit the “take action now” button on your computer but do it right now. Don’t wait until after you walk the dog, go to the supermarket or cook dinner because the key is to cross the item off your list and go on.
by admin on March 30, 2011
The Connection Formula
So little time and so much to do…how do you stay connected in an increasingly busy world? Not only will you feel happier but when an opportunity pops up on one of your associate’s desk they will think about YOU first.
If you want to stand out the crowd (and I know you do) then you have to stand out. Most people wait until they need something before calling someone. You can think of several people right now that only call you when they want something. How does that make you feel? Are they the ones you are going to call when you have a chance to recommend someone for a great job, a new client, or a TV interview? Nope, not a chance!
Just yesterday I got a call from someone asking for recommendations for a cool podcast project being filmed in Miami and I immediately thought of the person I had lunch with the day before…coincidence? This wonderful colleague had taken time out of their very busy schedule to help me with something I was working on. By the way, I wasn’t consciously aware that is why I thought of this person because the entire filtering process was going on in my subconscious mind. (I had a “aha” moment while writing this post).
So how can you build stronger relationships, trust and connect deeper. By investing your time in “face time” and connecting for no other reason than to say hello and see how you can help the other person.
Here is my personal 3-5-7 Connection Formula:
1.) Connect with 3 people a week over a meal (breakfast, lunch, or dinner…coffee counts too). Inquire and ask about the other person and allow them to do most of the talking while you do most of the listening.
2.) Connect with 5 people directly on the phone. Offer ways to be of assistance and take one action step that can help each one in their business.
3.) Connect with 7 people via skype, video chat or snail mail (they will remember you took the time to write them). Send a congratulations note to someone who just got a new job, relocated or whose child just got into college.
Oh, and one last note, when you follow-up periodically by doing something incredible, amazing, and really special for someone on your list…then guess what happens?
To Your Success,
Wendi Blum
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by admin on March 12, 2011
Allow Your Potential to Emerge
Are you “looking” for your passion, searching for your purpose or seeking direction for your life? Do you wonder what you are suppose to be doing that will lead you to a fulfilled existence? What if the answer comes to you when you fully accept the unknowingness and allow the answer to unfold without any expectation of what it looks like?
Whatever it is that you are seeking is seeking you too but not in the same way (actually in reverse). Many times “your calling” shows up as an obstacle, challenge, or setback and is so obvious that it is completely invisible to you. Subtle signs appear everywhere but you are looking for gigantic billboards with flashing lights.
Here is the news flash “your life purpose is going to emerge from inside of you when allow it to” plain and simple. If you have spent the last 30 years doing what you thought you were suppose to but still feel unsatisfied then how can you expect to find yourself in a few short weeks, months, or even years.
It might appear that others have achieved overnight success only because you don’t see the unfolding, the bumps in the road, and the emerging of it happening until it happens. So give yourself permission to lean into the mystery of your life.
In the meantime…inhale in every breath and exhale out all expectations and allow your potential to emerge,
Wishing you Success and Prosperity,
Wendi
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Do you have questions?
If so, I’d love to hear your thoughts & questions. Please feel free to comment on the above article in the comment section right below.
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