RE-ignition

We have all heard "Perception is our reality."  I am a huge fan of that statement.  In fact Albert Einstein said, "Reality is merely an illusion, albeit a very persistent one!"  So what does that mean really?  Perception is your idea, your awareness or understanding of your environment - YOU ARE THE WRITER OF YOUR STORY!  I'll be talking tonight about what we see, hear and perceive to be the truth, and how to change that truth by simply changing your focus.  Most importantly how do you perceive yourself, how do you talk to yourself and what is the story you are telling yourself right now?

Check out tonight's radio blog! This week I'll talk about clearly what the title says.  You must work to win.  To do that, first I'll spend a little time defining WORK, in my terms and how that ties in to winning.  I'll talk about things like really enjoying what you are working on and re-defining your focus, re-aligning your attitude and re-setting your intention so that most any "work" can be more enjoyable.  Tune in, tell a friend, share it on your Facebook - this week, it's time to get to work!  Just click to play in the player below!  

It's a bold statement - you'll just have to tune in to find out.  First of all, there are three easy things that can help take you to the next level.  Two of these are a refresher that I discuss regularly on my program; the third may surprise you.  See you there, for... The Success Formula!

I'm sure you have the term - Negativity breeds negativity; I also want to talk about that positivity creates positivity and more so, for this show EXCITEMENT CREATES EXCITEMENT!  Emotions are communicable through our words and actions.  As humans we absorb some of the emotions of those around us, some emotions of the people we see and watch.  So, whatever emotion you are experiencing remember that it is written all over your face, your voice tone and your body.  So project onto others what you would have projected onto you! Be positive, be pumped, be EXCITED!  Spread the excitement!

This show is all about MAKING THE IMPACT! Whether it's personal or business, relationships or self improvement, YOU have to make an IMPACT to MAKE a CHANGE.  You have to make an impact for anything to take hold.  You have to start with an impact for progress to initiate and success to bloom! Join me tonight to make some change and make some impact!

Are you running in place and not getting anywhere?  So often we push really hard, run really fast and still get off in the same spot that we got into the run at.  It's like running on a treadmill at the gym.  People exert a lot of effort push really hard, run sometimes for miles at a time - and whether it's ten minutes or an hour, you always step back off into the same world that you got on at!  So, what was accomplished, what did you do, what was gained?  Tune in tonight to get pumped, have a fun mental workout and run with me!

What excites you? What turns you on? What are you truly passionate about? The existence of passion in our lives creates power. This is the power that gets stuff done, it is what keeps us going, keeps us pushing through our perceived barriers. Passion is how we look at others that are accomplishing what we may have not thought possible, yet they get the job done. Let's light a fire right now, get passionate and resonate with power!

Tonight will be all about attitude - BAM!  Whether positive or negative - attitudes help in determining our outcomes and also the experience and the journey along the way to accomplish most any goal.  Even from the very onset, when you are approaching either a small task or a major project you always have a final goal in mind; and how you set yourself up at the beginning will either help or hurt you in achieving what you want to.  So tonight I'll help provide you your "A.C.E. in the hole."  Your Attitude Creates Experience!

A few months back I talked about how "Performance Trumps Product Every Time" - so one of the big questions is then, how do we get our employees bought into that same belief system to produce the performance. I'll give you several ways to improve your overall employee experience which translates to your teams customer service and customer experience - let's take it to the next level!  Remember happy employees create happy customers!

We all know the power behind each choice that we make, whether for the long term or what we often think the smaller decisions that we make every day. Tonight I will spend time talking about what impact the of the un-choice... what impact do the choices we don't make have and how does it affect the existing choices we made yesterday, last week or last year.

This week I'll talk about three rules followed by great managers. For you to be effective at your job as a manager and as a leader you have to have tools and be able to create accountability on with your team. Check out tonight's show for this BIG THREE!

This week I am excited and feel privileged to interview one of the authors, Guy Harris. His upcoming book is titled "From Bud To Boss - Secrets to a Successful Transition to Remarkable Leadership." First of all, this book is awesome, it is more than just a good one-time read. This book is a powerful outline or workbook for a positive transition from being a peer to a leadership role. In my opinion, it is a must read for ANYONE in a leadership role, especially if you are being promoted from within. It's all about what to do after the high-fives and handshakes and the customary congratulations of your promotion. I am pumped to speak with Guy for this SPECIAL EDITION of RE-ignition!

This week I'll spend some time defining fear. FEAR... What is it, how do we become fearful and most of all what are some ways (tools) to overcome fear in our lives. Know this, the moment you fear is coming, you will either hit the moment prepared, or the moment will hit you!  

Tonight is for all the business and sales people out there. So often in business, especially in the retail sales industry we think things are so much better over here, or over there, or wherever. The saying actually goes, "The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence." YOU are the key ingredient... right here! Make your side the right side... make the best of what you have, then make it better. Don't blame your circumstances, create your opportunity!

I am PUMPED this week!  Happy New Year everybody! "It's not the destination, just a stop along the way!" was something we used to say all the time when we were out and about the town... probably a derivative of "It's not the destination, it's the journey," with a twist! This week I'll get into the awesomeness of the journey and all of the "stops" we make or should make in life. Let's make it a great trip... when you get to where you're headed, you should have something to talk about!

This one is stemming from last weeks show on "Seeking the better solution." I'll talk about some of those "advanced" obstacles, a lot which we self create! Tune in, turn on and catch fire with Mike Phillips and Lead The Team! and ... Happy Holidays!

A fired up half hour full of impact and tools for you to develop yourself and start seeking solutions rather than problems. We'll talk about finding better solutions to various problems in your life by first problem finding, which a lot of people are really good at; and then problem definition or shaping. Let's get together and find a bunch of better solutions! Major successes come from approaching situations through confidence and strength and knowing that through each solution you will get one step closer to your goal!

I am a champion. I am a champion because of my beliefs, my attitude and my mindset. One thing that get's me fired up is the "theme song" from the 2008 Olympics, "The Champion in Me" by Three Doors Down. If you haven't heard it, check it out! Ask yourself - How are you walking? How are you talking, to others and yourself? You already have what it takes to be a champion. DO YOU HAVE THE CHAMPION MINDSET?

This week I'll be speaking from the "guest studio" on why our performance and our attitude, trumps pure product - EVERY TIME! What I mean, in short, customer experience, the way we treat people. The way we respond and our overall performance will absolutely overcome the mechanics behind JUST our product and our pricing. I am so fired up about this subject you have got to tune in!

This episode is designed after a sales training technique called... go figure, the BREAK Method. BREAK is not something you physically do, it is not physically painful and is non-labor intensive. It's only an acronym for Bypass, Restate, Expand, Ask, Keep. Whether it is to further your sales, improve on a relationship or tweak your communication a little, this episode is a MUST listen!

This week I'll talk about how fear can hold us back and some simple exercises thing you can do to eliminate the fear in your life. This talk comes to me from inspiration after watching my 5-year-old niece scale a 60 foot wall while rock climbing. She didn't try once and stop; she continued UNTIL... she made it to the top, and then she did it three more times! Most of us won't sing in our car out of fear that someone will see us and pass judgment. Once the fear of heights was conquered, it was easy to repeat the same process to achieve amazing results. What will you do to eliminate your fears and amaze others this week?

All the talk of positivity. All the positive meditation. All the self-affirmation and great positive energy. It's time to look at yourself on your MAP and at very least determine OR better yet decide... stay where you are or keep pushing for the next level. Where are you now?

This week I ask a simple question... "What's with the costume?" We all dress up our personalities and attitudes from time to time.  Overall, are you being true and have the personal congruency to convey yourself in reality or are you putting up a facade?

I'll keep it simple this week! A good solid pump up and the power behind - YES! Great tool for leaders, managers and sales people! Should you tune in? YES, YES, YES!

This week I will discuss the communication model and how it breaks down, in percentages. By knowing the specific break down. This works great for sales professionals communicating with prospects and existing customers; it works well in our personal lives with friends, and more importantly our families.  

Whether in a one on one or in a group setting, personal coaching and mentoring is a very powerful tool. This week I'll discuss some tips and process for powerful sessions and the benefits. I'll explain benefits to everyone involved, including the mentor/coach. I'll also explain the importance of continued development and growth for those providing coaching to others. Success is a journey, enjoy the ride!

Did you practice the positive meditation from last week? This week we jump into getting your attitude into action and performing all of your actions with energy, enthusiasm, passion - PACE and INTENSITY!

This week I explore the advantages of managing your personal state and attitude. You always have the power to decide: positive or negative - only two outcomes, make the decision, and make it a GOOD one! I'll talk about some steps you can take to help in setting your mental state up for success, including affirmation and meditation practice.

IT'S ANOTHER RADIO BLOG!!! This week we discuss some keys to more effective and powerful communication; communication for both business and personal relationships. By working on our communication it will give some additional ways for resolving problems and conflicts for both business and personal.

This week I'll discuss some of the roadblocks we create for ourselves. As Bob Proctor said, "You are the only problem you will ever have and you are the only solution." I'll talk about some activities that you can do to get out of your own way and create your own success, take your own initiative and motivate yourself! Don't wait on anyone else for you to be successful!