Les Brown: I AM going to make it

Now Build a Successful Business

Written By Brian Tracy | Business Success | April 22nd, 2013 | 1 Comment »

All great businesses start as small businesses and grow on the basis of 10 vital principles.  Fortunately, these principles have been discovered and are all learnable by any entrepreneur, business owner or executive.  Here they are:

Become a Great Leader

All business success begins with a great leader who has the vision and courage to imagine a new product, service or enterprise and then to pull together the people and resources to make it a reality.

Develop a Successful Business Plan

Successful businesses develop and work from written business plans.  They carefully analyze every detail in advance.  They do not rely on luck or chance.  They plan their work and work their plan.

Log it and Lose It!

By: Herbalife
June 01st, 10:34 AM

By: Susan Bowerman, MS, RD, CSSD
Think keeping a food diary is a waste of time?  You might want to think again.  Study after study consistently tells us that self-monitoring - that is, keeping track of what you eat, how much exercise you get, and how much you weigh - is one of the key components to successful weight loss.  In a recent review of 22 studies1 on the subject, the authors concluded that, across the board, there was "a significant association between self-monitoring and weight loss."

What the studies tell us is that when you're accountable to someone - not just to yourself, but also to a healthcare provider, a life partner or a friend - you greatly improve your chances of losing weight and keeping it off.  And, the more often you keep track, the more successful you're likely to be. In one study involving nearly 1700 people2, those who kept food diaries six days a week lost double the weight of those who kept records only once a week or less.

Why does this work?  Because it's one of the best tools around for helping you to monitor - and change - your behavior.  You can't change your behavior until you analyze - and acknowledge what you're currently doing.  Once you've got a clear picture of how much you're eating and  how much (or how little) you're exercising, you're in a much better position to figure out what you need to work on.
And there's more to it than simply writing it down.  What's even better is to record not only what and how much you're eating - it's also good to note why.  Were you hungry?  Or was your eating was triggered by fatigue, boredom, anger or stress?  This honest self-appraisal will help you see where you're eating appropriately - and where a little behavior modification is called for.

There are all sorts of ways to keep track - anything from low tech paper diaries to high tech apps for your phone - but no matter how you keep tabs on yourself, there are a few things that will help ensure your success:

Extend practice by 15 minutes for nutritional repair of muscles

by Robert Portman, Ph.D., and Mark Kovacs, Ph.D., USPTA

Serious tennis players and coaches plan out every practice in great detail. The session usually has specific goals and measuring sticks to evaluate overall progress. So it will probably come as a surprise to many coaches and players that a number of the major improvements in training actually start when players stop hitting tennis balls. To better understand why, let's first look at the state of muscles immediately after a hard practice.

Tennis practice or competition causes muscle damage. But exercise-induced muscle damage actually increases after exercise as a result of free radical formation and inflammation. There is also an increase in cortisol, a hormone responsible for breaking down muscle proteins for fuel. Finally, muscle energy stores are depleted and the athlete is at least somewhat dehydrated. All of these physiological consequences of hard exercise can and must be addressed with nutrition. Failure to take aggressive nutritional measures during this time can negatively impact tennis performance in the next practice up to 16 hours later. That's why the 15 minutes after a practice or match form the most important nutritional interval of the day.

Let’s Be Positive

Let’s Be Positive

Recently I’ve noticed that people seem to be fascinated by the negative.  Reality TV shows are more successful when they pit people against each other, and people like to gossip about sad/unfortunate things that happen to others.

Often when people receive excellent customer service, or really like something they’ve read or watched, they rarely say thank you or let anyone know how much they appreciate their efforts.  However, when people are dissatisfied with something, they go out of their way to loudly criticize, complain and let everyone know how unhappy they are.

Why is this?  I don’t understand why some people seem happier when they are negatively judging and criticizing then when they are acknowledging and appreciating. I wonder if they forget that in doing so they are hurting actual human beings, who have feelings and usually have good intentions.

I believe that most people are positive and find the good, but for some reason don’t say anything.  Maybe they think that others will step up with appreciation, so they don’t need to make the effort. If we all wait for others to give the positive, nobody will do anything, and only the negativity will be heard.

So, this month I’m focusing on finding the good, being appreciative and acknowledging people and their efforts.  Actually speaking up, making the phone call, writing the note, posting on social media, and thanking others for what they do.

It’s all about the positive and the good.

How about you?

Sandra Abell

How to Turn Nothing into Something by Jim Rohn Have you ever wondered how to turn nothing into something? First, in order to turn nothing into something, you’ve got to start with some ideas and imagination. Now, it might be hard to call ideas and imagination nothing; but how tangible are those ideas? That is a bit of a mystery. I don’t believe that ideas that can be turned into a hotel, ideas that can be turned into an enterprise, ideas that can be turned into a new vaccine or ideas that can be turned into some miracle product, should be called nothing. But tangibly, you have nothing. Interesting! Think of it, ideas that become so powerful in your mind and in your consciousness that they seem real to you even before they become tangible. Imagination that is so strong, you can actually see it.

Hit a Plateau? 8 Ways to Get Things Moving Again

Hit a Plateau? 8 Ways to Get Things Moving Again LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Whether you've been on a nutrition or fitness program, at some point you'll hit a plateau where it seems efforts don't equal results. A weight loss plateau can zap your motivation, but understanding the reasons behind it can help you meet your goals. According to Susan Bowerman, MS, RD, CSSD, "When you cut back on your calories, your body reacts as if there's no more food coming its way. So it does what it's programmed to do — it hangs onto stored up calories by slowing down the rate at which you burn them." Further, as your weight drops, your metabolic rate naturally goes down a bit, too. "That means as you lose weight, your calorie needs also drop somewhat. So, to keep losing at the same rate, you need to either cut your intake further, or exercise more — or accept that your rate of weight loss will be slower as you approach your goal." From an exercise perspective, you may be pushing yourself harder and harder but the results seem to be slowing. "Pushing your body to the point of exhaustion can spell disaster for your fitness goals. You've got to build in time for your body to recharge," states former Olympian Samantha Clayton, Herbalife's director, worldwide fitness education. "Then when you start training again, you've got a renewed energy and focus." Here are eight tips to move off the plateau:

When Bad Things Happen On Good Days

The Daily Fix

When Bad Things Happen On Good Days

By Dani Johnson from DaniJohnson.com

Have you ever had one of those days that started out great, but by mid-morning, you just feel like going back to bed? (Or maybe a day that started out that way...) You know, the days when you feel like everything that could go wrong has gone wrong?There's drama in the family. You can't seem to agree with your spouse on anything, and your kids are whining and complaining and they just will not obey.

Maybe you've got deadlines coming up at work, and your boss is demanding more than you feel like you can get done. Maybe you bombed a presentation with a potential client. Maybe you just feel like you've been a few steps behind all day. You're surrounded by negativity, and your emotions are running wild.

I've had those days. We all have. You may be having one today. But I want to make sure you know how to handle these kinds of days, because it could be that breakthrough is waiting on the other side of your 'bad day'.

How does today impact tomorrow’s success?

By John C Maxwell

Everyone wants to have a good day, but not many people know what a good day looks like – much less how to create one. And even fewer people understand how the way you live today impacts your tomorrow.

Have you ever asked someone what he was doing and heard him respond, “Oh, I’m just killing time”? Have you ever really thought about that statement? A person might as well say, “I’m throwing away my life,” because, as Benjamin Franklin asserted, time is “the stuff life is made of.” Today is the only time we have within our grasp, yet many people let it slip through their fingers. They recognize neither today’s value nor its potential.

If we want to do something with our lives, then we must focus on today. That’s where tomorrow’s success lies. But how do you win today? How do you make today a great day instead of one that falls to pieces? Here’s the missing piece:

SALAD IN A JAR

MY NEWEST LUNCH OBSESSION!!!!! 

Utterly brilliant, people. Not only does SALAD IN A JAR save space in your fridge, it also reduces food waste and gets non-salad eaters (me) to mow down daily.
THE ARRANGEMENT
From BOTTOM to TOP:
Dressing
Shredded carrots
Cherry tomatoes
Sunflower seeds
Hard boiled eggs
Baby spinach
DIRECTIONS
1) Arrange ingredients in a large mason jar
2) Store in fridge for up to a week
3) When ready to eat: shake jar, place on a plate, and eat!

You can make any arrangement you want… you can add red onion, cucumbers, radishes or peppers. Always remember to put the dressing at the bottom and the lettuce at the top—a MUST.

****NOTE**** If your making a few salads at a time for the week, you MUST remember to vacuum seal the Mason Jars. (Mason jars can be bought at Wal-mart, and various grocery stores) They must be vacuum sealed to remain fresh and crisp :) Here are two different ways to vacuum seal a mason jar :D
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fhb1gfVSB9Y
Non Foodsaver vacuum seal :)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NMDfyRjfBbc

Sometimes You Have to Be Your Own Best Cheerleader (7 Ways to Bounce Back!)

Sometimes You Have to Be Your Own Best Cheerleader (7 Ways to Bounce Back!)

December 5, 2012 By JeffMac 

At times, when we may feel alone and unsupported, we have to be our own best cheerleader. This can be achieved through self-encouragement. Life will inevitably deal you some “bad cards” which may take the form of perceived trouble in your relationships, finances, health, career, etc. These bad times are a necessary part of life. Without these low points, we wouldn’t be as grateful and wouldn’t even realize the high points.

You need to encourage yourself. You need to pump yourself up. You need to be your own cheerleader. Why? Because you can’t wait and hope that someone else will come along and cheer you up… make you feel better… tell you that you’ll do better next time.
~ Jim Rohn

When you’re going through rough times, remind yourself that this too shall pass and that you’re bound to get better. We need to develop this positive self-talk and a confident self-image.
Here are 7 ways to pick yourself up and bounce back from tough times!

Dangerously overweight teenager is put on Herbalife by her doctor By Stephanie

Weight Before & After: Before: 226 pounds After: 126 pounds Pounds Lost: 100 "If you really want to change your life, Herbalife is the way to do it!"

At 15, Stephanie was dangerously overweight at 226 pounds. She suffered from high blood pressure and doctors warned her that if she didn't lose weight, she could be at risk for serious health problems. None of this motivated her enough. Then, someone told her boyfriend's mother she looked pregnant. Stephanie exclaims, "I knew it was time to do something about it." Because of Stephanie's high blood pressure and other health risks, many over-the-counter weight-loss programs were out of the question. Herbalife was the only program Stephanie's doctors approved. "The program was easy to follow, and I liked the foods I could eat," Stephanie says. Stephanie went on to lose 100 pounds in a year and is now a happy, healthy 16-year-old. Her weight loss was gradual, but steady and consistent. "I noticed a big difference during my first month on the program," she remembers. "And a year later, I'm still on it and still losing weight. I didn't believe it could work until I tried for myself!"* *An extensive questionnaire generated responses from more than 200 U.S. Herbalife Independent Distributors about their weight-loss programs and results. They reported weight loss ranging from 4 pounds to 167 pounds and a reduced body mass index (BMI) of 1.5 points to 24.1 points, suggesting that consumption of Herbalife® products is associated with weight loss and improvement in BMI in those ranges.

4 Ways to Maximize the Social Media Presence at Your Next Event

By Rachel Sprung
Published April 2, 2013

Does your business run events, conferences or similar meetings?
The ability for attendees to interact through social channels is a huge part of successful events.
Here are 4 ways to maximize the social media presence of your next event.

#1: Promote Your Hashtag Everywhere

A hashtag provides everyone with an easy way to find relevant social shares and take part in the discussion about the event.
When you are putting together materials for your event, everything should include the event hashtag.

7 Tips for Beginning Runners

I know, this isn’t a fun beauty/makeup/nail polish related topic, but it is about something very near and dear to my heart. Running! I have never been the athletic type. I am short… like 5 feet tall short, and not super skinny (or even just regular skinny). I’ve had some babies and I like pizza. Starting to jog/run was hard for me! When I finally figured it out and what works for me, I fell in love! After a long winter of half-hearted treadmill jogs, it was warm enough to run outside the other day and I fell in love all over again! During my run I was thinking about how far I had come in a year of running and I wanted to share my tips for success with everyone!

It is Up to You by Jim Rohn

One of the first  things successful people realize is the old adage, "if it is to be, it is  up to me." That is, for you, the fact that your success and your course is  up to you. This doesn't mean that you do it all alone. It simply means that you  take responsibility for your life and your career.

Too many people today  look at opportunity and figure it is up to someone else to make sure they get  it. They look at financial security and hope that the government will make sure  they live safely in retirement or in case of disability. They wait and wait,  figuring that it is up to someone else. And then the wait is over, and it is  too late to do anything. Their life is over and they are filled with regret.

This isn't true for  you however. You know that you must take responsibility for your life. It is up  to you.

The fact is that  nobody else is going to do it for you “you must do it yourself.

Now, some people may  say, "Jim, that's a lot of responsibility." Friends, that is the best  news you can ever hear. You get to choose your life. Hundreds of millions of  people all around this world would give anything to live in the situation you  do “just for the chance to have the opportunity to take control of their  destiny. "It is up to you" is a great blessing!

Here's why: