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Monday, 1 February 2016

What a Weekend!

In association with presentation expert Zerafina Zara and mindfulness expert Therese Sheedy, we held the 2016 Kick Off residential at Phillip Island over the weekend.

There was laughter, tears, learning, eating, surfing, ukulele playing, story telling and a Saturday night performance concert.

It is powerful to take time out of your day to day life and reflect on what you want, what is working, what you need to start doing and what you need to STOP doing.

Having the right strategy and then plan that reflects that strategy helps you achieve your goals faster and easier rather than doing the same thing over and over and wondering why you still haven't made it.

So Dear-Reader when will you reflect on your situation? What do you want more of? What do you want less of? What will you start doing and what will you stop doing so you can achieve your goals?

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Monday, 25 January 2016

What's Your Policy?

A few years ago my good friend Simon told me about a recruiting policy that the company he worked for had. It wasn't a written policy but it was a cultural policy. That is, everyone knew about it and there was an understanding that it had to be met by all applicants.

I was talking with Natasa, a speaking colleague on Friday and she has the exact same policy for her clients. She and her business partner actually wrote theirs down in long form but the title of the policy and it's intent is the same.

So what is the policy?

Quite simply it's "No dickheads".

What that means for Simon and Natasa is that any potential employee or client automatically goes through the scan of "are they a dickhead?" If the answer is yes then they do not get the job or become a client. It is a very simple way of formalising a gut feel or a vibe that the person you are dealing with is not going to be fun to be around.

Do you have a policy?

With all of the people that you deal with on social media, in real life, at work, in your business, at events, we need to be able to choose quickly as to whether we want to engage with them or not. The No Dickhead policy is an easy tool to help you choose who you invest your time and energy with.

So Dear-Reader, what's your policy?

PS I came across this excellent list of 30 Improv Rules that Lead to a Happier Life. It is an excellent list of life policies to consider as well.

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Monday, 18 January 2016

Who Do You Spend Time With?

Eleanor Roosevelt said, "Small minds discuss other people, average minds discuss events and great minds discuss ideas."
Dr Nido Qubein said, "Who you spend time with is who you become."
Jim Rohn said, "You are the average of the five people around you."

So who do you spend time with and what do you talk about? Personally, I spent last Friday hanging out with this bunch of legends.

We all attended the Platform Professionals day long session arranged by the Professional Speakers Association.
To attend you have to be a Certified Speaking Professional.

This is not an easy designation to achieve. You have to prove you have the Expertise, Eloquence, Enterprise and Ethics of a professional speaker.
Not everyone passes the test because we don't just accept anyone.

The kind of people in the room have spoken all over the world, published many books and other products, spoken in front of audiences of 20,000 people as well as continued to make sure they spend time with their families and friends.

The ideas we spoke of have generated a significant to do list for my business but everyone learnt something different.

There is a power in mixing with amazing people - whether it be face to face, reading a book or listening to a podcast. Too often we settle for a smaller, lesser place in the world. Can I urge you to play it bigger?

Can I suggest that you track down some people who you admire, buy them lunch and discuss ideas with them. Maybe even ask to have a 20 minute phone conversation. Sure they could say no, but what if they say yes?

So Dear-Reader, who do you spend time with and what do you talk about?

PS It you want to spend time with some fabulous people and kick off your 2016, join us for the weekend retreat at the end of January. You can see the details here.

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Monday, 11 January 2016

Can You Sleep at Night?

Ethics are so important in business, yet also so boring and dull. Most people can't identify their ethics or what drives them so how can they make the right decisions?

A recent article regarding the Dick Smith company talked about how venture capitalists made huge amounts of money. But at what cost? They essentially stripped Dick Smith of all its assets and sold it off to an unsuspecting investors (typically Mum and Dads who know the brand). It is now in the control of administrators. While the vanture capitalists made a stack of money for the few, what damage to the many?

A recent Forbes article talks about how a recent Gallup poll rate corporate executives near the bottom when measured on ethics and honesty. It goes on to show how the ethical approach is the more successful long term. That business is seen to lack ethics and are not to be trusted is a poor indictment on businesses today.

I make my decisions based on my core values. Those are to Inspire, Energise, Influence and Have Fun. They guide to do what is right for me and to better serve others. Those who have registered for the 2016 Kick Start later this month will go through the Values exercise to determine what counts for them.

So what about you Dear-Reader? What counts for you? How are your ethics? What do you do when no one is watching? What do you base your decision making process on?

Do people trust you, but more importantly, can you sleep at night?

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Monday, 4 January 2016

Do You Compete for Success?

competition
It's happening again.

2016 has barely started and already I am getting bombarded with "This is what successful people do", "10 things to do before you get out of bed" and "7 Ways to be a winner". You know the kind of post I am talking about.

I get an interesting response. Part of me goes all Anthony Robbins and "Yeah - let's do iiiiiitttttt!!!" Another part goes, "Meh - I have success already, you can nick off."

Why do we get excited and exhausted at the same time?

For many of us, it is some kind of primal competition. Higher, faster, stronger, more, more, more! But the main reason is quite simple.

WE DON"T KNOW WHAT SUCCESS IS!

We can have lists, read books, do courses, grow ourselves, plan our days, years and life but most people don't know why they are doing it.

Take a moment. What is success in 2016 for you?

Money is one measure but there are far more. Is it to do with your relationships with others, your relationship with your self? Do you want to learn a new skill or hobby? What about travel or exposure to different cultures? Is it parenthood? What does success look like for you this year?

It is very seductive to get wrapped up in those lists of "Top 10 things CEOs do before breakfast" but let's get real. Do you really want to be a CEO working 18 hours a day, earning good money but rarely having time to spend it? Personally, I don't but I know a few people who do.

So what do you want?

Be prepared to pay for it though. If you want to be the CEO you need to work your way up the ladder, play politics, stand out, be a leader as well as a manager and be at the boards beck and call. It is the same with all of your desires and plans. There will ALWAYS be a cost. Figure out what you are prepared to pay.

So let's all take a deep breath...

Forget about what others are doing. Ignore what other people say you "should" be focussed on, forget your new years resolution (you won't keep it) and focus on what will success be for YOU this year?

Personally, I find I get more success if I focus on a theme. Last year for my wife (who is also my accountability buddy) and I it was the Year of the Holiday. This year is the Year of Health. Don't get me wrong, I still have a strategic plan for my business with matching Tactical and Operational plans but the overarching theme is The Year of Health. No competition, no worrying about others dieting tips just simply focussing on OUR definition of success.

So Dear-Reader what is success for you in 2016?

PS I have joined up with Presentation Expert Zerafina Zara and Psychologist Therese Sheedy to run at 2016 Kick Off residential at beautiful Philip Island on the last week of January (See image above). Our focus will be on creating success, mindfulness and communicating with clarity and purpose all while having a load of fun. Come and join us! Click here for more details.

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Monday, 14 December 2015

Respect Your Brand

I am a Star Wars fan.

I was 9 when the first film came out. The first three films were great, the second three - not so much.

When I heard Disney bought Lucasfilm I was concerned. Disney are known for their focus on achieving a significant return for their investment, sometimes at a cost of the brand. (Recently they sent legal letters to people posting photos of their legally bought Star Wars action figures.)

The long awaited Episode Seven is due to open on the 18th of Dec. Already the marketing and merchandising has been going full steam ahead. I was stunned today to see the licensing of kids yoghurt balls (the advert is above).

I am certain many brands would love to piggy back on Star Wars popularity but what is the cost to Star Wars and Disney?

As a long time fan, I am saddened by all of the marketing. Somehow aligning "The Force" with everyday products takes away the "special" feeling the brand used to have. It is no longer unique but common.

What about your brand? Whether it be your company brand or brand "Dear-Reader ", be aware who you align yourself with.

If you don't respect your brand, why should anyone else?

PS We ran a special Blab on Friday talking about Mindfulness and Communication. We also created a special deal for the 2016 Kick Off. You can check out the recording here and take advantage of the deal until midnight tonight (Monday 14th December 2015).

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Monday, 7 December 2015

Have A Good Look

We are getting towards the end of the year. Many of us are beginning to slow down and get ready for Christmas holidays.

It is time to Have a Good Look.

Have a good look at what we did well in 2015 and what we have planned for 2016. To help you look I have a couple of things. I have an early Christmas present and I have an exceptional offer.

Your early Christmas present is the Regular Results Review. I have attached a PDF copy for you. Be sure to save it and then "save as" when you use it as it is a useful tool you can use time and again.

Quite simply, the Regular Results Review is a great check point to track how you are heading in terms of the results you want to achieve. Simply double click the attachment and follow the promopts. I hope you enjoy it!

The exceptional offer is for the 2016 Kick Off thtat I briefly mentioned last time. I am part of the trinity running a 2 day residential for people who want to make 2016 their best year ever. Currently the early bird pricing is for $699 (inc gst) that includes accomodation, meals, entertainment and some fantastic learning in an amazing environment. There is an even better deal if you bring your business or life partner. While the residential is based in Victoria, we are happy to look at airport transfers to get you down to Philip Island.

For more information on the retreat, simply click this link or contact me directly via the details below.

Have a good look at how well you are doing and what you can do in 2016 to make it your best year ever. I would love to see you there.

Before you head off on your holiday break, can I ask that you stay safe, have fun and hug somebody you love?
Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Kool Kwanza or Sensational Celebration for whatever you choose to do.

Thanks for being part of my world and for your continued support!

Warwick

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Monday, 1 February 2016

What a Weekend!

What a Weekend!

Monday, 25 January 2016

What's Your Policy?

What's Your Policy?

Monday, 18 January 2016

Who Do You Spend Time With?

Who Do You Spend Time With?

Monday, 11 January 2016

Can You Sleep at Night?

Can You Sleep at Night?

Monday, 4 January 2016

Do You Compete for Success?

Do You Compete for Success?

Monday, 14 December 2015

Respect Your Brand

Respect Your Brand

Monday, 7 December 2015

Have A Good Look

Have A Good Look

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