In Pursuit of Wealth

Online Poker In Not Only For Entertainment But Many Make Sizeable Income Playing And Promoting

There seems to be an increasing number of people who are spending tremendous amounts of time on the internet these days.  Some are using the internet for marketing purposes and some are using it for fun and entertainment.

The onset of online poker in the past few years has not only provided a form of entertainment but is now providing an income in more that one way.  The economy seems to have kept many people in their homes and in front of their computers.  One avenue that people are enjoying online poker is on the ever popular Facebook.  There are applications on Facebook that allow you to play Texas Holdem without investing realtime money.  This is an excellent way to either learn how to play the game better or to sharpen your skills while enjoying the game itself.

I found two tools that I have learned are helpful in not only playing the game of poker but increasing the odds of winning.  This is particularly helpful when playing in a game or tournament that requires real time money.  One of the tools that has become popular is called a poker odds calculator. This tool allows you to get a better idea of the odds or chances of winning the hand you are playing.  If you are learning the game of poker, you can feel more confident during the actual play and are more willing to enjoy the game while you are in the newbie stages. 

The other tool that seems to be helpful is an ebook that gives you strategies to use while playing online Texas Holdem.  The best way to learn and even improve anything you do is by going in the footsteps of other successful people before you.  There is no guarentee that these will 100% work for you, but without direction even the best will get lost. 

Everyone wants to win! But along with anything comes responsiblility.  So no matter if you are a seasoned online poker player of just starting out, be responsible.  Many have gotten into difficulty by not taking the necessary precautions while playing any game that involves real time money.  But if you are going to play online poker, it is wise to get tools to teach you like anything else how to sharpen your skills and improve you odds of being successful as well as enjoy the journey.  The learning experience comes form repetition however, knowing specific successful stategies and have a winning attitude will create a desirable outcome. 

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. 

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.

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.

 

The Number One Thing That People Do Wrong

Excuses are the number one thing that people do wrong online or not. Whether you know it or not excuses are beliefs.  They are hogwash and if you buy into them then you will end up stuck.  On the other hand if you believe that there is a way around whatever is in the way then you will move forward.  There is always a way regardless of what the obstacle is.

Many times the excuse is something like...I can't do this or that because...  Sound familiar?  What would you do if you had no excuses? When you think about your answer you will get a clue to your biggest goal. Once you begin to identify what your excuses are then the law of attraction will allow you to begin to attract the wealth, success, health and whatever it is that will make your life soar. 

When you focus on the obstacles you will get more of the same.  Your excuses will attract more road blocks. You have to choose whether you want excuses or reasons then do you want reasons or results.  The choice is yours. What you believe is what creates your reality.  Until you release these beliefs, whatever is occurring will continue to occur.  When you change your excuses, your beliefs change and the situation will change as well.  So what is your excuse?  Are you going to lket it stop you?

How Changing Your Money Blueprint Can Take You To The Next Financial Level

Some people wonder why other people are successful and make alot of money and they do not.   The secret is that everyone has a personal success blueprint that is ingrained in you from the time you were young.  This will determine your financial life more that anything else.  I am sure that you have heard that rich people think differently that not so rich people do.  The fact of the matter is that statement is true.  There is a completely different kind of thinking among the wealthy and they not only can acquire wealth they can keep it and give tremendously to charitable organizations.      

                 

Since I attended the Millionaire Mind Intensive, I left behind my job in 2007 of Optician for 29 years and began building an internet empire.  I enjoy the freedom of working at home and learning to the best of the best online. I do this by being able to write and research but also attend teleseminars and webinars to expand my knowledge.  It did not happen overnight but it also gives me time to be a part of the team that assists at these events.  I have met the best of the best mentors that you see online teaching you how to succeed online.  No matter what you do, do something.  What you focus on Expands.  So focus on the life you want instead of the life you have settled for. These events are held all over the US and Canada.  Do you want reason or results..  me personally I stopped settling for reasons what or why not and now expect results.

Habits Can Be Hazarous To Your Wealth

As you go through life you develop habits and you become that accumulation of those habits. These habits can include how you brush your teeth, how you sit or stand up from a chair, how you do your laundry and so on. Habits are a necessary part of our everyday lives. They free your mind up during your day so that you can concentrate on areas of your living that need more attention. They are either good habits or not so good habits.

Habits that are good to be aware of and keep are similar to driving your vehicle. While you are going down the street you are not thinking about the actual act of driving because it is a habit. You are concentrating on the safety around you and where you are going as well as how you will get there. Habits like these are considered good habits.

Unfortunately, there are many habits that can deter you from being successful. Procrastination is probably one habit that may people have and sometimes refuse to acknowledge. But procrastination is probably what is keeping you from succeeding. So in the grand scheme of things, changing even a few habits could change your life and boost you to a higher level of success.