Friday, October 31, 2008

The Best Years of Your Life

Inspirational Power Quote


The Best Years of Your Life


“The best years of your life are the ones in which
you decide your problems are your own.
You do not blame them on your mother,
the ecology, or the president.
You realize that you control your own destiny.”
Albert Ellis


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Once we take personal responsibility for our lives we control the outcome and our destiny.

Thursday, October 30, 2008

Entrepreneurs Always Search

Inspirational Power Quote


Entrepreneurs Always Search


“The entrepreneur always searches for change,
responds to it, and exploits it as an opportunity.”
Peter F. Drucker, management consultant


As I see it. . . . . . . .
We live in a world where the only constant is change, seek it and search for opportunities to make a difference.

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Do Something About It

Inspirational Power Quote


Do Something About It


“Realize that if you have time to
whine and complain about something
then you have the time to
do something about it.”

Anthony D’Angelo


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Time misspent is gone forever. Therefore, it is important to invest your time wisely and find a way to make the most of your efforts and activity.

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Your Action Will

Inspirational Power Quote


Your Action Will


“Inaction breeds doubt and fear.
Action breeds confidence and courage.
If you want to conquer fear,
do not sit home and think about it.
Go out and get busy.”
Dale Carnegie, author


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Create your activities and actions in the direction of your goals.

Monday, October 27, 2008

Self-Improvement Is

Inspirational Power Quote


Self-Improvement Is


“Self-improvement is the name of the game,
and your primary objective is to strengthen yourself,
not to destroy an opponent.”
Maxwell Maltz, author


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Continued incremental improvement changes your life for the better one day at a time.

Sunday, October 26, 2008

Three Great Essentials

Inspirational Power Quote


Three Great Essentials


“The three great essentials to achieve
anything worth while are,
first, hard work;
second, stick-to-itiveness;
third, common sense.”
Thomas A. Edison, inventor


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Achieving success has a blue print that starts with the commitment to hard work.

Saturday, October 25, 2008

Think Before You Speak

Inspirational Power Quote


Think Before You Speak


“Wise men talk because they have something to say;
fools, because they have to say something.”
Plato, philosopher


As I see it. . . . . . . .
We were created with two ears and one mouth for a reason. Think clearly and think before you speak.

Friday, October 24, 2008

Adjusting Your Plan to Maximize Your Success

Inspirational Power Quote


Adjusting Your Plan to Maximize Your Success


“The majority of men meet with failure
because of their lack of persistence
in creating new plans to take the place
of those which fail.”
Napoleon Hill, motivational writer


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Adjusting your plan resets your internal GPS to navigate the obstacles you encounter on your success journey.

Thursday, October 23, 2008

Choose Wisely

Inspirational Power Quote


Choose Wisely


“Be careful of the environment you choose
for it will shape you;
be careful the friends you choose
for you will become like them.”
W. Clement Stone, philanthropist and businessman


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Life is a series of choices, choose wisely

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

Do More Than Required

Inspirational Power Quote


Do More Than Required


“Do more than is required.
What is the distance between
someone who achieves their goals consistently
and those who spend their lives and careers
merely following? The extra mile.”
Gary Ryan Blair, Motivator


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Do a little more, do a little extra, do more than expected, and the extra effort will turn out to be a big difference in achieving your goals.

Tuesday, October 21, 2008

Your Destiny

Inspirational Power Quote



Your Destiny

“It’s in your moments of decision
that your destiny is shaped.”
Anthony Robbins, author


As I see it. . . . . . . .
In the moments that a decision has to be made trust in yourself, trust your judgment and be willing to take calculated risks to achieve your desired outcome.

Monday, October 20, 2008

Be Curious

Inspirational Power Quote


Be Curious


“Around here, however, we don’t look backwards
for very long.
We keep moving forward,
opening up new doors and doing new things,
because we are curious. . .
and curiosity keeps leading us down new paths.”
Walt Disney


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Have an open mind, look for ways to make a difference, and always be curious.

Who Will Be the Next President? - Your Opinion Counts

Who Will Be the Next President? - Your Opinion Counts


It seems like the candidates have been campaigning for the Presidency for years. Well that’s because they have been for the past two years.

The presidential race has been extremely competitive and at times has been very heated between the candidates and their supporters.

Supporters have become very passionate for the candidate of their choice.

We are now in the final weeks of the campaign. With Election Day on November 4th, we will be selecting the next president of the United States.

After three debates, and all of the campaigning, the latest polls are not very consistent with the numbers and who they are predicting to win the election, when you consider the margin of error in the polls is + or – 3%.

Who’s leading in the Polls? Some polls have Barack Obama winning the election while other polls have John McCain winning. Some polls have Barack Obama winning in a landslide. The question becomes who will be the president of the United States?

What is your Opinion as to who will be the next president of the United States?

Sunday, October 19, 2008

An open message to Mr. Edward M. Liddy, Chairman and CEO of AIG

An open message to Mr. Edward M. Liddy, Chairman and CEO of AIG


Last month the United States Government stepped in with taxpayer’s money to save AIG. The bailout is costing the U.S. taxpayer Eighty Five Billion Dollars ($85,000,000,000.00) with the first request.

In addition, AIG has requested an additional $37,800,000,000.00 in loans. In round numbers AIG is operating with over $100 billion dollars of taxpayer’s money.

My concern is AIG is wasting my money and my fellow Americans money on excess and out of date practices in our challenging times. It’s amazing that your company is so out of touch with the reality of the times.

It’s been widely reported that:

There was an $86,000.00 hunting trip in England, and a taxpayer funded $440,000.00 weekend California retreat.

That is over half a million on just two examples of excess spending by AGI. Is there more?

The Board of Directors and the company’s management is in charge of protecting the company’s assets and the shareholders. My fellow American’s and I are now shareholders, as a result of the bailout, and I would like to see our interests protected.

Sincerely,

Lou Ludwig
American Taxpayer

Try, Try and Try Again

Inspirational Power Quote


Try, Try and Try Again


“Trying times are not the
times to stop trying.”
Ray Owen, writer


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Maintain persistence when facing challenges. Stay focused on your goals when obstacles are in front of you. When things seem to become too difficult go back and try, try and try again until you reach your desired results.

Saturday, October 18, 2008

NEWS FLASH ACORN Has A Bad Day In Boston

NEWS FLASH ACORN Has A Bad Day In Boston


It just goes to show you that it’s unsafe to go to lunch in Boston.

The staff of the ACORN office in Boston all went out to lunch together today and as luck would have it someone entered their offices and stole their computers. What a shock it must have been when they got back to their office and there were no computers.

What bad luck. . . . . .

Let’s all reach out to ACORN in their time of need.

By Helping Others

Inspirational Power Quote


By Helping Others


“Your needs will be met
once you can find a way of projecting energy
and fulfilling someone else’s need.”
Stuart Wilde, self help author


As I see it. . . . . . . .
As we help others achieve more of what they want, we achieve more of what we want through service to others.

Thursday, October 16, 2008

Achievement

Inspirational Power Quote


Achievement


“Achievement is largely the product of steadily raising
one’s levels of aspiration and expectation.”
Jack Nicklaus, professional golfer


As I see it. . . . . . . .
By setting the vision for what we want our life to be and then raising that bar makes us compete with ourselves and puts us on the road of unlimited achievement.

Wednesday, October 15, 2008

Intense Desire Creates

Inspirational Power Quote


Intense Desire Creates


“We are told that talent creates its own opportunities.
But it sometimes seems that intense desire creates
not only its own opportunities,
but its own talents.”
Ronald Reagan, 40th president of the United States of America


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Intense desire creates the determination to overcome the obstacles that we encounter on our journey of success.

Tuesday, October 14, 2008

Florida GRI I Education and CE Opportunity

Fun Sun and GRI

Standards of Practice GRI Course 1

December 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, and 11, 2008

Approved for 45-hours of Sales Associate Post Licensing
or 11-hours specialty CE 3-hours Core Law

Tuition:

On or before November 15, 2008
Members & Non-Members $247.50

After November 15, 2008:
Members & Non-Members $287.50

Location:

Florida Keys Board of REALTORS®
Training Center
92410 Overseas Highway,
Suite #3
Tavernier, FL 33070

Sponsors:
Florida Keys Board of REALTORS® and the Florida
Association of REALTORS®


To register: 305-852-9294 - fax: 305.852.0716
or logon to: http://www.flkeysboardofrealtors.com/

Too busy for classes? You can now take GRI-1 online! Logon to: http://www.fargri.com/

Do you have the latest information on financing alternatives? Are you aware of
recent changes in the tax code that may protect your bottom line and that may have
significant implications for your buyers and sellers? Are you up-to-date with the most
recent changes to Florida real estate law? Effective closing techniques, fair housing
and agency issues round out this course, designed to take you successfully from first
contact to closing.

About GRI

The GRI designation – Graduate, REALTOR®
Institute – is the nation’s #1 real estate designation. It is earned through state
associations whose REALTOR® Institute courses of study meet the standards
established by the National Association of REALTORS®. The designation is available only
to members of NAR. The Florida REALTOR® Institute is the
exclusive source of the GRI designation in Florida. REALTORS® and REALTORAssociates® earn the GRI designation after successfully completing three rigorous and
comprehensive real estate courses. To earn a GRI designation, all three GRI courses must
be completed within a five year period from the date the first course is completed. This
provision includes students who have completed part of their course work.

What Really Matters

Inspirational Power Quote


What Really Matters


“In order to do what really matters to you,
you have to, first of all,
know what really matters to you.”
Dr. Edward Hallowell, psychiatrist


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Your internal GPS is set for success once you know what you want and what matters to you.

Monday, October 13, 2008

What’s More Precious Than Money?

Inspirational Power Quote


What’s More Precious Than Money?


“There’s a myth that time is money.
In fact, time is more precious than money.
It’s a non-renewable resource.
Once you’ve spent it, and if you’ve spent it badly,
it’s gone forever.”
Neil Fiore


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Maximize your time, maximize your effort, and maximize your results.

Sunday, October 12, 2008

Inspirational Power Quote

Inspirational Power Quote


Three Questions to Solve Any Problem


“To solve any problem,
here are three questions to ask yourself:
First, what could I do?
Second, what could I read?
And third, who could I ask.”
Jim Rohn, motivational speaker


As I see it. . . . . . . .
By defining your questions, you define your goals and you define your direction and success.

Saturday, October 11, 2008

Motivation

Inspirational Power Quote


Motivation


“People often say that motivation doesn’t last.
Well neither does bathing, that’s why we
recommended it daily.”
Zig Ziglar, author



As I see it. . . . . . . .
Surround yourself with people that will mentor and motivate you. Then take the responsibility to motivate yourself everyday on the journey to personal greatness.

Friday, October 10, 2008

Power Networking: Low Cost Prospecting and Lead Generation


Power Networking-Low Cost Prospecting and Lead Generation

Instructor: Lou Ludwig, CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, e-PRO, SRES, TRC, CMP, MSCP, CSP
Realtor of the year 2007
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This program is sponsored by RAPB’s Affiliate Business Partners.

“Dress For Success” Business Attire Required
For questions, contact Danielle Boutin at dboutin@rapb.com or call at 561-997-8266.
Refunds will be given if written cancellation is received at least five (5) days prior to scheduled course.

If you would like confirmation of your registration, please provide your email address.

Real Estate Mastery is a personalized, interactive program designed to meet the
specific needs of each participant. Whether you are brand new to the market
or an experienced Realtor, Real Estate Mastery is geared toward your individual
goals, skills and experience. You will learn how to focus your efforts, hone your skills
and overcome your weaknesses to become

Date: October 17, 2008
Boca Raton Conference Center
3200 N. Military Trail
Boca Raton, Florida 33431

Registration: 8:30am-9:00am
Class: 9:00am-12:00pm

Investment $25!
UNDERWRITTEN BY THE AFFILIATE BUSINESS PARTNERS
REAL ESTATE MASTERY SERIES

Register online at www.RAPB.com using your NRDS ID, or submit this completed form by fax to 561-585-4348,
or by mail with check to: RAPB, 1926 10th Ave N, Suite 410, Lake Worth, FL 33461.
Payment must be received to guarantee your registration.
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Learn Peak Performance strategies and techniques to develop and maintain a continued
pipe line of high quality prospects. You will discover how to network
to prospects by using low cost–high return methods.

Your Greatest Resource

Inspirational Power Quote


Your Greatest Resource


“Your greatest asset is your earning ability.
Your greatest resource is your time.”
Brian Tracy, self help author


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Time is perishable and we have a choice to spend it or invest it wisely. Make the choice to invest your time and reap the rewards.

Thursday, October 9, 2008

Strengthen Your Relationships

Inspirational Power Quote


Strengthen Your Relationships


“Whenever you’re in conflict with someone,
there is one factor that can make the difference
between damaging your relationship and deepening it.”
That factor is attitude.
William James


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Our attitude determines the way we see our world, it also determines our actions and the way we treat other people.

Wednesday, October 8, 2008

Set Your Sights High

Inspirational Power Quote


Set Your Sights High


“Set your sights high,
the higher the better.
Expect the most wonderful things to happen,
not in the future but right now.
Realize that nothing is too good.
Allow absolutely nothing to hamper you
or hold you up in any way.”
Eileen Caddy,
Co-founder of the Findhorn Foundation, Scotland


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Set your sights beyond your reach and stretch yourself beyond your limits.

Customer Service - Education Opportunity

Customer Service

Instructor: Lou Ludwig CRB, CRS, CIPS, GRI, SRES, TRC, CMP, MCSP, CSP


Program Overview:
Make your business grow by keeping your clients happy
during and after the sale. This course teaches you how to
manage every phase of customer interaction from the
initial contact through construction, the warranty period,
and beyond.


Keep your customers satisfied with planning, execution
and follow-up of your projects and they’ll be spreading
good news about you and your building company for a long
time to come.

RSVP
Fax: 407-539-2013


WHERE: HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION METRO ORLANDO
544 Mayo Avenue
Maitland, FL 32751
Customer Service


Tuesday November 11, 2008
8 am to 4:30 pm


Hotel Information
Homewood Suites: 407-875-8777
Sheraton Maitland: 407-660-9000
Courtyard Marriott: 407-659-9100
Hilton Maitland: 407-830-1985

Investment
$155.99*—SMC
$205.99*—Non-SMC
*.99 donation is tax deductible as a
charitable donation.


WHO SHOULD ATTEND THIS COURSE?
• On-site Salespeople
• Realtors
• Mortgage Brokers/Closers
• Title Sales/Marketing
• Anyone who is in sales will benefit from this course!


Pre-paid reservations ONLY!
To reserve your space today
please complete the bottom of
this application and fax it to:
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Tuesday, October 7, 2008

Power Networking: Low Cost Prospecting and Lead Generation

RE Mastery Series
Instructor: Lou Ludwig

Power Networking: Low Cost Prospecting and Lead Generation

Learn Peak Performance strategies and techniques to develop and
maintain a continued pipe line of high quality prospects.
You will discover how to network to prospects by using low cost–high return methods.

Take all 6 of Lou’s RE Mastery Courses and
get your photo and contact info listed on the RAPB website!

October 17, 2008
9:00am-12:00pm
RAPB Boca Raton Conference Center

Click here to register online or
Click here to fax or mail in your registration.

Monday, October 6, 2008

The Wisdom of Life

Inspirational Power Quote


The Wisdom of Life


“Besides the noble art of getting things done,
there is a nobler art of leaving things undone.
The wisdom of life consists in the
elimination of non-essentials.”
Li Yutang


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Focus your efforts on the most important things in your life.

Saturday, October 4, 2008

The Hammer of Persistence

Inspirational Power Quote


The Hammer of Persistence


“It takes the hammer of persistence
to drive the nail of success.”
John Mason, writer

As I see it. . . . . . . .
We will erode any obstacles that stand between us and our unlimited success by applying and maintaining a constant pressure of persistence.

Thursday, October 2, 2008

The Direction of Your Life

Inspirational Power Quote


The Direction of Your Life


“We will either find a way, or make one.”
Hannibal


As I see it. . . . . . . .
The journey on the road of success is not an expressway; it is a road that is always under construction. We will encounter detours, road blocks, pot holes and delays. We have to stay focused on our desired outcome and either find a way, or make one.

Wednesday, October 1, 2008

Be a Leader in Your Field

Inspirational Power Quote

Be a Leader in Your Field

“Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower.”
Steve Jobs, co-founder of Apple

As I see it. . . . . . . .
We have to make a choice to lead, to follow, or be left behind. Be innovative and be a leader in your chosen field of endeavor.