Monday, 9 December 2019

What Will Your 2020 Be Made Of?

A christmas tree made up of the words: You, fun, 2020, play, music, family, friends, success, relacation,yummy foods, great health, acknowledgement, love, love, lots of love.

Here's to a magical festive season. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanza, Bhodi, Geeta Jayanti, Chrisnukkah or some other festive day, just know that I am wishing you the best.

2019 was an interesting year. So many good things happened. So many bizarre things happened. I achieved some of my goals, missed others and accomplished some things that were not even on my radar!!

So what does 2020 hold for you? What is it made of?

I created this poster for you. I wanted to share with you some of the things that will go into my 2020 and some of the things that could go into yours. Note that it is based on loads of love.

It feels to me like we need more love in the world. Love in the form of tolerance, respect, caring, generosity, hugs, hand holding, conversations, books, music, big picture thinking.

Governments and corporations don't seem to care or love their people or customers anymore.

So my theme for 2020 is MORE LOVE. I invite you to join me in my quest to make the world a better place by loving more: when I can, where I can and how I can.

Here is to an amazing 2020 for you.

With Love

Warwick xxx

PS This is the final Get More Goer for 2020. I will be back in your inbox in early February.
Thanks for having me as part of your 2019

PPS Check out the final episode of the Get More Success Show for 2019.
I was thrilled to talk with Lois Creamer on how to Fast Forward you Sales Skills. Have a listen.

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Monday, 25 November 2019

Hope is Not Enough. Success needs Action

Hope Is Not Enough. Success Needs Action

It's been a hell of a week.

A good friend has lost one of his best friends (who simply didn't wake up), and then one of his daughters friends committed suicide. Someone close to me went into hospital for a few days and still needs more tests. Another friend got retrenched after 10 years working at the same company due to a "restructure". It seems like half of Australia is on fire and as a consequence, Koalas are in more danger of dying out. We are heading into Summer and most of Australia needs rain.

Don't even get me started on politics. No matter where you are in the world, it seems like either the wrong people are in power or that their focus is not on the people or issues that need it.

In my conversations with people, there is a lot of talk about Hope. Hope is something powerful. It is something that keeps you sane because you can look towards better days, better circumstance, a better life.

But Hope is not enough. Success need Action.

Now I don't mean financial success or material success (even though this is still true). What I mean is, however you define success. In terms of the country you want, the environment you want, the future you want, or more importantly, the NOW that you want.

What can you do? Is it:

Educate you kids, friends, family?
Use less plastic
Give more hugs
Plant more trees
Speak positively about others
Use a journal to deal with your feelings and concerns
Get a coach or a counsellor
Bake a meal for a friend
Invite a friend over for Netflix and Chill (however you interpret it)
Pick up a hobby
Write a letter to a politician
Be a tourist in your own town
Vote for the interest of the Future not for yourself

Whatever your concerns, whatever you HOPE, what can you do?
Thoughts and Prayers are nice but they are more to make you feel good than they are to solve a problem.

Dear-Reader what tangible action can you take that will bring your hope to life?

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Monday, 18 November 2019

Are You Focussed On Your Target Market?

Are You Focussed on Your Target Market?

I love a well thought out piece of marketing in the right market. This Techbox is particularly awesome.

Last week I was hosting COBA2019 trades how floor at the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre and right outside the main doors was this Tech Box. If you look closer you will see Hi Vis Vests, Gaffer Tape, Power Boards (that have been tested and tagged), phone chargers, USB Adapters, thumb drives, extension cords... all the things you need at an expo but can often forget. All at a reasonable price (for the convenience).

They know their market well, they know their price points well, and they are offering a fantastic service with low operating costs. There were also a few people at this Expo happily purchasing things from it!

How well do you know your target market and how well do you position your products and services?

PS The latest version of the Get More Success Show is out!
This episode I talk with Mel Kettle on Stronger Connections (with and without technology)
We had a great chat so go check it out.

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Monday, 4 November 2019

Have You Got Enough Security?

Police standing outside the Melbourne Convention and Entertainment Centre

A couple of weeks ago, I was walking past the Melbourne Convention and Entertainment Centre (or Jeff's Shed as it's known) and there was a melee in progress.

Horses, protesters, police and conference delegates were all in the fray. You can see some news coverage about it from SBS by clicking this link.

From my perspective, it did seem that both parties were too enthusiastic and unfortunate delegates got caught up in the cross fire. Some were pushed to the ground and others spat on by the protesters.

I am not deny the rights of the protesters to be there and I am not denying the right of the police to keep the peace. But what does need to be considered is the impact on the event.

While the event organisers considered their event a success (they were quoted by SBS as saying it was "business as usual for our 7,000 delegates") it definitely attracted some unwelcome attention for them.

Let's extrapolate that to your event.

You are after the Goldilocks level of security. Not too little, not too much but juuuust the right amount. As you can see in the video above (click the image for the 30 second video), the level of police presence is intimidating. But it did seem to match the intimidation of the protestors.

If you are running an event that may need security, how do you measure the Goldilocks Amount?

PS The Latest Edition of the Get More Success Show is out!
I had a brilliant chat with Yamini Naidu on the art of Story Telling.
She shared some fantastic tips. Click the link above or image below to hear it.

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Monday, 28 October 2019

Life is Transient

Life is Transient (But it can still be awesome)

These are some stunning Mr Lincoln roses from our garden.

They look stunning. They smell magnificent. We have three bushes out the window (two Mr Lincolns and one Camp David - they are very Presidential!) and when the window is open the breeze wafts the joyful aroma through.

In a couple of weeks these flowers will be dead.

During their short life they have brought emotion and meaning to others. We have loved and appreciated them. Maybe someone walked past and saw them and smiled because of the one they love. Maybe they walked past and missed someone who used to be in their life who loved roses. Often our impact can be deep and unknown to us.

Sometimes the blooms last for a long time and sometimes they go well before their time due to hungry possums, disease or a mistake while pruning.

Our lives are like that of these roses.

Sometimes we bring joy just by being there but to others we may bring discomfort, through no ill will of our own. Sometimes our lives are shorter than we want and others times our inner strength sustains us.

It is important to enjoy life while you have it. Enjoy the interactions that come your way. Learn to recognise the short term inconveniences for what they are - short term. Adjust to live with the long term inconveniences.

Like a rose, sometimes you have manure spread around you (physical or symbolic) but understand it will make you stronger and while it may stink, you will end up smelling like roses.

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Monday, 21 October 2019

How Do You Express Yourself?

How is Your Personal Expression?

This is our dog, Winston the Wonder Poodle.

He will often show his happiness, excitement and delight by running around in a crazy manner, often referred to as Zoomies. We call them Circle Work. Click on the image above to see him in actions.

It is a way he expresses himself with no concern of what others think.

Whether he runs circles through the lounge, kitchen and entry way or does massive circles around the paddock when we are up at the shed, or this simple circle work up and down the couch, he is not ashamed to show how he feels.

We can get so hooked up on the negativity or the expectations and "shoulds" of the world that we sometimes forget to express how we feel. Then, if we do get the urge to show how we feel, we worry about "what will other people think."

Be like Winston.

Show the world how you are feeling through your words, actions and behaviours. There are so many fabulous things happening in our world that we can forget to enjoy them or show people how they make us feel. It's time for that to change.

How do you express yourself?

PS This episode of the Get More Success show we chat with Cathy Fyock about expressing yourself via a Book!
She is the Business Book Strategist and she has some easy to implement tips on how you can write your book quicker, easier and cheaper.
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Monday, 14 October 2019

Beware the Power of Your Words

Beware the Power of your Words

Text Image "Saying Have a Nice Day to someone sounds nice. But saying Enjoy your next 24 hours sounds threatening"

Mark Twain said that the difference between the nearly right word and the right word is the difference between lightning and lightning-bug.

As you see from the image text, the framing of your words (even though they may be correct) also makes a huge difference.

All you need to do is visit the social media channel of your choice and you will see words being misused, misunderstood and mistaken.

Words can raise a person up to the greatest heights and can bring them crashing down just as easily.

There is power in words. Use your power wisely. Dear-Reader I implore you to use this power for good and not evil.

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Monday, 7 October 2019

How Are Your Head Miles?

How Are Your Head Miles

This image came across my social media feed last month. It was on my friend Troy's page. I tracked it down to 2001 but its source is unknown. If you know, please tell me so I can credit it.

Many have dismissed this as a "meaningless, ridiculous statement." Others think it is too negative and dismisses the reality of life.

I really like it.

I find it incredibly freeing.

I'm not sure about you but I do a stack of head miles worrying about things that never come to pass, obsessing about what I "should" be doing, regretting actions I never took, constructing endless conversations that I never had, wondering if I am "enough", berating myself for being "too lazy"... the miles are endless.

This observation allows me to get a very real perspective in it's accuracy. Some misunderstand it as a nihilist observation, but to me it is not. It shows me that the head miles are wrong.

This observation shows me that while my ghost travels in this meat covered skeleton made of stardust on this rock floating through space (around an active nuclear fusion explosion), so much is possible and enjoyable. It is a reminder that my life is so improbable to start with, don't let little things that don't exist stop me.

Dear-Reader if you do some head miles, maybe this will help you too?

PS The latest episode of the Get More Success show is out.
Corrine Armour shares with us her tips for Fearless Leadership and she knows first hand what this is.
Working in the jungles of Indonesia to provide aid to those who needed it, she fell in love with one of the
Guerillas. A few life threatening situations barely summises the situation. Check out the latest episode.

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Monday, 30 September 2019

How Did You Get So Good?

A meme saying: Person, How do you perform so well?Musician: PracticePerson: It must be an innate giftMusician: PracticePerson: Some people just have talent. Its a mysteryMusician: Practice

I saw this meme on the internet recently and shared it with the fans of our singing group. But the message is not simply for musicians and artists.

This message is for you too!

Too often people discount our skills because they think it is something we just know how to do, not something we have continually worked at for years.

Sometimes the people doubting ourselves are other people and sometimes it is ourselves! Often we don't give ourselves credit for the hard work we do.

Our skills come in all shapes and sizes too! It could be:

Putting together a stylish outfit
Creating an amazing meal
Solving conflict in a team
Influencing others
Project management
Creating ideas
Slam poetry
Playing music
Inspiring people when they are challenged
Making good coffee
Gardening
Sewing/knitting
Report writing
Grant submissions

... the list goes on.

It is time to acknowledge that YOUR skills, as well as the skills of others, come not only from a genetic gift but from a lot of practice, training and attention to detail.

Well done!!

You are good at this not because of some fluke, miracle or gift, you are good because you work at it. You apply yourself and you build on your natural skill.

Let it be known that you, Dear-Reader are AMAZING!

PS Someone who is an amazing musician, music teacher and features as the sound track to ALL of our dinner parties is my dear friend Shelly. She is about to release an album on Bandcamp. I highly recommend you head over there, listen to her music and if it floats your boat, order her new album.

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Monday, 23 September 2019

Let's Get Trending

At several recent conferences, we were able to get the event #Hashtag trending. Oh and it is DEFINITELY a WE and not ME. It is nigh impossible to do this on your own.

But several #Eventprofs and conference organisers have reached out to me to ask what we did to make that happen. For some smaller events, again it is a real challenge (I won't say impossible but you can see if from there!) Even for large events, there are no guarantees!

But there are some key things you can do to lift the interest in your events. This increases the interest for people AT the events and those who are simply watching online.

Some people ask me, why would you even bother. "The conference is sold out - just enjoy it!" But here's the thing, you, your company, your delegates, your sponsors and your partners have spent a lot of time, effort and money to make this event a huge success. Being able to share it, and increase traction on it makes that success last and even influences next years success.

It also builds a sense of achievement and re-enforces the sense of "made the right decision to be here" among your delegates. And to be honest, it does not take a great deal of extra effort to make it work for you.

So Wed 25th Sept at 8:30am Melbourne time, I will be running a quick power session on how to make your event trend. In 30 mins, learn the tips, tricks and techniques your event needs to become known. Even if you can't join us, register and I will send you the recording.

To find out more and register, click here.

PS The latest Get More Success Show is out.
This episode we talke with Career Coach, Jane Jackson, on what is a successful career and how do we best navigate all the opportunities we are after and the others that are sent out way, as well as how do we create opportunities when we want them.
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Monday, 16 September 2019

Why Are You Too Scared to Start?

For the first time ever, I have successfully had tulips bloom in the back garden. They look stunning and add a burst of colour and a load of joy. Anyone who visits, I whisk them out the back and say, "Look at my tulips!"

Like many people, my inner voice often tells me what I can't do. For many years I have thought about having a better garden. It all seemed too hard. To be frank, I didn't want to have to spend a lot of time gardening, I really didn't know what would grow where, and the back garden bed looked a bit shabby.

I ultimately realised that I was spending more effort and energy NOT making a nice garden happen than it would to spend a little time making it look good. Slowly over the last couple of years, I have been creating some raised garden beds, planting trees and shrubs and this year, inspired by all the daffodils we saw in the UK during our trip, it was time to plant some bulbs. A quick chat to a few gardening friends, chat to the nursery owner and a little bit of Googling, and I was away.

I have to say, planting bulbs turned out to be the easiest bit of gardening ever and one of the most rewarding also.

What about you Dear-Reader?
What have you been spending more effort avoiding than it would actually take to do?
Why not take a few simple steps forward with it and see where you end up?
What have you got to lose?

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Wednesday, 11 September 2019

How is Your Performance?

How Is Your Performance?

Brennon Dowrick - Pommel Horse Routine

I had the great joy in hosting the Class Connect conference this week. The opening speaker was Olympian Brennon Dowrick OAM.

His performance was amazing. Check out a small piece of it in the video above. The fact that he talked to us while spinning around the pommel horse and gave us some great tips on how to get better at what we do (without all the physical workouts!)

One of the key takeaways for me was the extra 15 minutes a day. When he was training, he was getting scores that had no deductions. But his trainer said he could be better, and all that mean was training an extra 15 minutes a day. Do that every day and in a year you have trained 70 hours more than your competitor.

How are you training for your performance?
How can you add 15 minutes a day to stay that one little bit ahead of the game?
What can you do today?

As some readers know, I sing. My quartet has a gig coming up in Melbourne on October 25th (I would love to see you there if you are in Melbourne that night). I am no gifted singer, but I continue to work at it. I call my car "The Rehearsal Studio" as I get my extra 15 mins as I drive to and from appointments. It does make a big difference.

Here is a recent track we did, a cover of Tears for Fears, Mad World. Hope to see you at the gig!!

PS The latest edition of the Get More Success Show is out.
I chat with Ian Stephens, champion Speed Ball Boxer on what it takes to be successful in Speed Ball, Sales and Life.
Check it out here

PPS Sorry this is a couple of days late. I got a very last minute call to host a conference and something had to give. I am sure the Hello Boys was worth waiting for!!

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Monday, 2 September 2019

Open Up and Reap the Rewards

Why does it feel like we are shutting down?

We seem to pay more attention to our phones than the people around us. Admit it, who do you connect with first thing in the morning? Is it your phone or your partner or your pet?

Countries are shutting down. The debacle that is Brexit, Trade wars between USA and the rest of the world, rising nationalism that seems to echo to the chant of "mine, mine, mine", even today when I offered to contribute to a white paper being put together by a sister association, when they discovered I was from a different country, I was un-invited.

How did we get it so wrong?

At a time when we have less wars than ever before, more global trading than ever before, more immigration and global citizens than ever before, more global problems than ever before, why are we not connecting more?

It seems we have forgotten how to connect and maybe even play nicely with others.

On a recent power session I ran on How to Connect with People, some of the participants were amazed at the simplicity of how to connect. Basic things that they don't do that they used to do.

To re-connect on a global level, why not connect more on a personal level. Look up from your phone, your desk, your immediate concerns and go and connect with others. Prospects, customers, colleagues, friends, family and also your pets.

You will be better for it!

So how will you connect more this week Dear-Reader?

PS If you want to get access to the How to Connect session, head here.

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Monday, 26 August 2019

How to Connect (and Truly Mean It)

How to Connect and Truly Mean It

With the rapid rise of digital, one of the skills that people seem to struggle with is how to connect with other people.

Whether it is meeting prospects, networking, making new friends, socialising or simply trying to connect with a salesperson and not feel like you have to be on guard, connecting with others is such an important skill.

Let's face it, how many people do you know who will avoid a phone call? They will email, text, message and seem to spend half the day going back and forth rather than spend the 10 minutes on the phone with the person.

Truth be told, so many people have asked me about this lately that I am running a 30 minute power session on the 5 Keys to Connecting this Thursday. Click the link and register to join us or access the recording.

The first key is the easiest, use the persons name.

Of all the words in the world, the one word people love the most is their name. So why wouldn't you use it? It is personal, so make sure you weave it into the conversation. Don't worry if you forget it, just ask for it again!

If you want to know the other 5 keys, join us on Thursday. Head here for more info. Then you can connect and truly mean it.

PS The latest episode of the Get More Success Show is out.
Thom Singer believes the best way to get more success is to try new things.
Check out what he is doing here.

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Monday, 19 August 2019

Something Extra

It seems important that people have a hobby. Have a place they can go where the focus is entirely on them and they are relieved of any responsibilities or cares, even if it is only for a short time.

Some people have said to me, "My kids are my hobby" or "my business is my hobby as well". That doesn't compute! The way you get relief from your responsibilities and stress is to take on more responsibilities and stress??

It is not selfish, it is self care. That something extra gives you time to be truly you and reconnect with what counts.

One of the things I do is sing. A bit over a year ago I decided to push myself and join a quartet. We are called Ice Haloes and we just put out a video of one of our latest songs, Mad World. You can see it above.

We are getting ready for a concert in Melbourne on Fri 25th October. If you are aroung, I would love to see you there. More details closer to the time.

For today, what is your "Something Extra"? Dear-Reader what do you to recharge your batteries and do something just for you?

PS The latest episode of Get More Success is out!
In this show we talk all about PR. Is it something fluffy or does it actually work.
Award winning PR guru Monica Rosenfeld gives us the run down.

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Monday, 9 December 2019

What Will Your 2020 Be Made Of?

Monday, 25 November 2019

Hope Is Not Enough. Success Needs Action

Monday, 18 November 2019

Are You Focussed on Your Target Market?

Monday, 4 November 2019

Have You Got Enough Security?

Monday, 28 October 2019

Life is Transient (But it can still be awesome)

Monday, 21 October 2019

How is Your Personal Expression?

Monday, 14 October 2019

Beware the Power of your Words

Monday, 7 October 2019

How Are Your Head Miles

Monday, 30 September 2019

How Did You Get So Good?

Monday, 23 September 2019

Let's Get Trending

Monday, 16 September 2019

Why Are You Too Scared to Start?

Wednesday, 11 September 2019

How Is Your Performance?

Monday, 2 September 2019

Open Up and Reap the Rewards

Monday, 26 August 2019

How to Connect and Truly Mean It

Monday, 19 August 2019

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