In Pursuit of Wealth

Happy New Year ! Instead Of Resolutions, Try Redirecting Your Success Journey

Yes, it is January 2 already in the new year and what a great celebration there was here in Las Vegas.  Not only was it a celebration of the accomplishments of the past year but a positive look into the future just ahead.

    

There were some who did not have a very prosperous year and as a matter of fact may have lost jobs and homes.   For them it was almost a relief that the year 2009 was over.  And there were some that did quite well dispite the crash in the economy.  But for all people there is a new beginning starring us in the face and the question is...what are you going to do with the opportunity that lies ahead?  If your year was not quite like you had planned you can mope and complain or you can redirect for tomorrow.

Resolutions are just long term goals and usually things on the list are things you did not accomplish from last year's list.  The key to creating a brighter future is to re-evaluate where you have come from and where you want to go.  Then redirect your steps in the direction of your anticipated success. To keep putting the same items on your list that you had not accomplished last year is like shooting yourself and the foot and expecting to run a race.  Think again.

If you are one that did reach their goals and dreams or finished a race then here is what comes next.  Dream another dream bigger and better than the last.  Begin another new race longer and more difficult than the last.  Climb another higher mountain, make another friend, help another someone in need, share another moment.  The end of one thing is always the beginning of another, it's a matter of reaching for the prize and 2010 holds so much for each of us if we choose to take another step.  Whatever your desired lifestyle or future looks like to you, Go For It.   And don't stop till you get there!

From Time To Time You Must Stop Just Dreaming And Start Living Those Dreams

Just recently I had the opportunity to visit New York City for the first time.  Since I was young I had always wanted to visit Times Square and the Statue of Liberty.  So off I went on the train from Secaucas New Jersey to the city.  Arriving at Penn Station, I stepped out onto the streets of New York at Madison Square Gardens on an adventure that I will not soon forget.  First stop the great Macy's store then onward to Times Square.  The funny thing about my travels were that I was in Times Square three times in the same day. 

      

 

   

My desires to see the Lady in the Harbor, the Statue of Liberty that represented my freedom took me to the Staton Island Ferry and a boat trip to Staten Island.  And yes, she was as beautiful as I envisioned her to be stand in all her glory, proud and strong.  I believe that many of us forget the blessing and honor of the freedom that we enjoy.  I also had the opportunty to see one of the memorials built to honor those that lost their lives in the 911 tragety. This is a structure that everyone should go to see when visiting New York City.

    This opportunity to visit places I have only dreamed of has allowed me to take a step back from my internet business and enjoy the fruits of my labor.  For success to be truely what it is, everyone who is building a business into a new lifestyle and reaching for higher levels must take time to smell the roses.  Otherwise what good is the wealth that is created if not to enjoy the beauty of the freedom that comes with financial freedom.  Part of that beauty is to share with others what can be if you just put your heart and mind to creating it. 

Now that Thanksgiving has passed let us not forget the freedoms that we enjoy and the ability to build amazing stories of success.  Yet it is imperative to  continue to express our gratitude and appreciation to those who have contributed to realization of our own dreams so that we as entrepreneurs can helps others find and live theirs. 

There are still things that I wish to do in New York City but like everything else, you have to start somewhere and then keep on taking steps forward.  A Broadway Show, Chinatown, a walk in Central Park or even a buggy ride are among the things I would like to experience on my next visit.  The important thing is that there will be a next visit.  What are you doing to make your dreams a reality by living them instead of just allow them to remain dreams?

Who You Spend Time With Impacts Who You Become

This weekend I had the opportunity to spend some time with a truely amazing individual and his students to celebrate their successes.  The place was the Palazzo Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada and this person was billionaire, Bill Bartmann. Bill's whole family was there to share in the celebration and share some of their experiences on their journey to success during a unique question and answer time. 

Bill then some time share new information about what was happening within the banking and government structures and how it may effect his students and their continuing projects in the department of buying bad debt.  Many of the student from Peak Potentials Training have gone on to further their education in build their financial so it was great to see them as they create new ways to build on their success. You can find information about the programs offered and tools available The Bartmann Bussiness Institute where you will learn and develop the same methods that Bill used to create his wealth.  The great part about this experience is to see the reality of what can be and yet experience the humbleness of a man and his family that started from nothing, won in the money game, lost it all and went on to rebuild the life and wealth that once was. 

Bill provided a nice dinner and entertainment as well as a photo opt time that everyone could have a professionally done photo sent to them as his gift.  What was nice is that the atmosphere was somewhat and inviting as the students socialized while they enjoyed pastries and refreshment in the morning on both Saturday and Sunday. 

The important concept to remember whenever you choose the company that you keep is that who that person is, their energy and all they stand for does impact you and your progress forward in life.  Once you leave that presence, you must maintain that level of awareness and that caliper of socialization to step up to the next level of success and the lifestyle that you are developing. How you act, the way you dress and the company you keep are all indicators of your level of success. 

Your Comfort Zone Is What Is Holding You Back From Your Success

Troubled times will help determine whether someone is in committed to being successful or not.  When the going is good and things seem to be going your way it is easy to get settled into a comfort zone.  This happens alot when a person has an hours for dollars job that pays the bills with a little extra cash for fun.  But what happens when the chips fall, a job is lost or business just isn't what it use to be? 

For the average American, the comfort zone is a dangerous place to be.  Sometimes it takes an attitude adjustment to realize that life and lifestyle will not improve until a person gets a little uncomfortable and less convenient to make things happen.  They really do expect things to just happen so the commitment level is not very high.  These people become followers and not leaders.  They have set goals too low or not at all because they got comfortable in the manner in which they were living. 

Financial freedom is determined by the extent that a person is willing to become uncomfortable and do things that take them out of their comfor zone.  When the chips fall the average American instead of jumping up and finding a new way to make it happen, they throw in the towel.  They blame everything but themselves for the lack of determination to create a new plan, go a new direction, dream a new dream.

Successful people know how to change with the times.  They don't get stuck in a rut and always doing the same thing over and over, year after year.  If you truely want to be successful you must constantly evaluate and make adjustments to improve and move forward.  So when new opportunites come your way you will not shrink back which keeps you from moving to the next level.  The good old days are gone and it is time for the good new days.  Stretch yourself and be willing to take on a little risk.  Dream a new dream.  If you do not have a dream then you are not really living you are just existing. 

Dreambuilding Is Essential When Setting Goals For Your Future

When I first began to realize that working from home was what I perferred to do, I began to look at different businesses that would help to create that ability to do so.  I started out with Amway in 1996 and own that business still today.  But the one thing that I value the most from getting started was the continued education and dreambuilding.  You must continue to learn to continue to grow.  And without a "Why", there would be little to no progress.  For a person to build a business that will be successful and create a lifestyle that they have their sights set on, there must be a reason.  This is where dreambuilding becomes important and almost imperative to the goals that you set along the way. 

If you had all the money you needed to be financially free...what would you do...where would you go...and what toys or trinkets would you purchase along the way.  For some it is big houses or fancy cars and for others it may be travel or clothing.  And for many is it a combination of several.  But to only dream them will not get them into your life, you must take one more step.  You MUST dare to live those dreams from time to time because the experience is what really catipults you forward.  Once you get a taste of what you want, it makes the why even bigger. 

Recently I added a few experiences that increased my hunger for an even freer life with the financial ability to enjoy that life more fully.  I took my first trip to Lake Tahoe not just any day but on the 4th of July.  The condo was magnificent but more so the lake and being ON the lake for the fireworks was breathtaking.

Yesterday, I had the opportunity to spend that afternoon at the beautiful Canyon Ranch Spa Club...and what a treat! 

The important thing is to be realistic....Although I have only done these once, it created a hunger to build my business even more successful so I can repeat the experience on a more regular basis.   So choose something that you can start with and put that intention out to the Universe. Things will begin to fall into place and create the opportunity to experience those desires of your heart.  Find pictures of the things you would like to do, places you would like to go and even the bigger items you would like to own.  One by one, place your intention to start with something and build on that lifestyle until it become the norm and not an occassional thought, wish or even a once in a long time adventure.  Without a "Why" it does not matter about the how but the how will come when you have a your"Why".

Think Your Way To Right Into Becoming Rich

Have you ever wondered why those who are rich just keep getting richer.  This is because rich people think rich. Their outlook on the future is very different than those who are just getting by.  They look at things differently as well, especially business opportunities.  What most do not realize is that each of us has the power to change our own lives just by changing the way we think. By believing that financial success is yours, you are allowing the space and an opportunity for that success to come to you. 

Most people who are struggling in the financial world have negative thoughts about money and what it can and can not do.  This in itself is a roadblock for bringing any sizable amount of money to you.  When you change those thoughts to a positive nature, you then open doors and breathe life into opportunites for your financial situation to grow and improve.  A person thinking richly will ask for more information when an opportunity is presented and doesn't once think that it is too good to be true.

Another concern is that there are times you must spend a little money to put into place systems and other components that will make your business prosper.  The rich do not think twice about this kind of expenditure where others will fall on the notion that you have to have money to make money instead of considering the value of the investment.  Someone seeking financial security will also not keep trying and say that they tried once before and it did not work.  The chances are it would have worked when you put in the effort and the positive frame of mind. 

So you see that many times we think ourselves right out of being financially successful and maybe even downright rich because our outllook is not the best it can be.  When you change the way you think you can bring to yourself a whole new world.  I'm not saying that you will not get discouraged along the way, but the way you handle that discouragemnet and think about your future will make it a small bump on the road into the life that you desire.

Money Alone Does Not Make You Wealthy

Contrary to popular belief, it is not just money that make you wealthy.  Wealth comes in many forms and money is only one piece of the puzzle.  Yes, it is true that a lot of money will give you the freedom to do what you want, go where you want to go, and have what is your hearts desire. But the question is....how long will that last if you do not have income producing assets that will keep[ you there when you choose not to work?

Successful individuals are not just rich, they are wealthy.  They know that when you continue spending your money without income streams to support their lifestyle, the lifestyle will eventually diminish.  It is not only important to know how to make money, it is more important to learn how to invest a portion into income producing streams that are passive or in other words working when you are not. Most people just try to earn enough to go from day to day but the wealthy are always looking for an other income vehicle to insure their wealth portfolio has continueal increase. 

Wealthy individuals are also humanitarians in most cases.  They have charitible organiztions and/or individuals they contribute to in order to enhance the quality of life.  They care about the people who work in their organizations and provide opportunities for those people to improve their own lives.   

Women especially do not realize the importance of having their own assets.  So when divorce, death or even the loss of a job, they find themselves with little to no means of support.  It is not going against the male influence in their lives to make sure the future is not a black hole they and their children can fall into at those types of unopportune times.  

Have you looked at your assets lately?  Maybe you do not have any. Now is a great time to look into some kind of investment, whether it is large or just a small one.  You never know when turbulent times such as the ones we are experiencing now, will send you into devastation because you did not put away a few golden eggs for the future.

You Can Accomplish Even The Impossible By Taking Responsibility

Things that are seemingly impossible are achieveable.  You must understand that you possesseverything you need to become yor own form of unique greatness. You can develop an unstoppable spirit by taking responsibility for your own life and future.  You must not allow circumstances to be any excuse for failure.  The law of inertia says that "A body at rest tends to stay at rest and a body at motion tends to stay in motion.  With the lae of physics on your side, which one are you?

Procrastination will kill your forward movement.  Now is the best time to develop the charactistics necessary to reach your goals. No matter where you may be in your life you you desire and deserve more.  So what is stopping you now?  Implement these principles and you will experience syou success growth in outsatanding ways. 

Devote yourself to your purpose and your heart's passion.

Believe in your ideas, believe in yourself

Be ready for the challenges, and ask for help.

Perservere no matter what.  Do whatever it takes.

Just these few principles will help you to take your life to the next level.  If you have not begun your journey to success, these will help you lay some groundwork and foundations to build upon as you learn how to create an unstoppable attitude and spirit.  As you grow you will see your visions and dreams turn into realities. 

There's More To Wealth Than Money

It's Mothers Day and I realized that when people think of wealth they usully only think of money.  But we have so much more wealth in our lives than just money.  Family is one of the biggest and most important forms of wealth that a person can possess.  Friends are a very close second.  I have three girls and my Mom is still enjoying life as well.  I also have 5 grandkids and one of which is a mother of my first great grandson.  How much more blessed with wealth can I be?

 

With five genrations on the left and my latest grandson above and three more of my grandkids below, I would say I have a life full of wealth far beyond what money can buy.  All of them are successful and growing as individuals.

I have set my intention for the coming years to spend as much time as possible with them and enjoy the beuty and the joy I have with my family.  Don't pass up the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of those that mean the most to you.  "If you have a rose to give, give it today.  Tomorrow may be too late."

Enjoy this Free copy of one of my Inspirations Photos and give a rose today.. 

Principles That Will Keep You Focused During Challenging Times

There is no real secret to building any business when you start with a foundation of principles.  Especially when there are challenging issues that could distract you along the way to success. 

 

Be careful what you promise.  It is easy to say alot of things and make alot of promises.  People are impressed when they hear all the thing you will accompplish for them or deliver to them.  The situation tends to arise that you can either make too many promises that do not make you real or what yu promise you may not be able to deliver in the time frame alloted.

 

Do everything you promise.  Whatever it is that you do promise, make sure that you do it and do it well. One of the worse things you can do for your business is to over promise and under deliver.  Worse yet is to deliver sub quality product or performance.

 

Do something extra than what you promise. This is key to developing return visitors to your business.  When you not only make a promise, deliver your promise with quality and go that extra step to make your consumer happy, you have a first class business and reputation. 

 

Have a positive outlook on life.  Be unshakable in the belief that you have in your own abilities.  You will find when you have this attitude, there is nothing that will get in the way of you suuccess and a lifestyle that you choose to live.