Thursday, December 31, 2009

We First Have to Conquer Ourselves to Achieve Success

Motivational Power Quote


We First Have to Conquer Ourselves to Achieve Success


“It is not the mountain we conquer,
but ourselves.”
Sir Edmund Hillary, first climber to reach
the summit of Mt. Everest


As I see it. . . . . . . .
We first have to conquer ourselves to achieve success.

In conquering ourselves; it requires us to take stock of who we are. Where do we stand today and what direction we want to take our lives?

Develop a clear vision for your life and your future as you want it to be. Take control of your life, your decisions and take personal responsibility for your actions and your outcomes.

Much like climbing a mountain, our life requires a plan with a purpose. Commit to your purpose and be willing to adjust with the changing conditions.

Have the mental toughness to see your journey through to a successful outcome.

Believe in yourself and have the confidence that you will reach the summit.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consulting, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author

Wednesday, December 30, 2009

Optimism Will Show You the Way

Motivational Power Quote


Optimism Will Show You the Way


“Optimism is the faith
that leads to achievement.
Nothing can be done
without hope and confidence.”
Helen Keller, American author and lecturer


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Optimism will show you the way.

The optimist and the pessimist will see the same thing, but they will see them in totally different ways.

Optimists will see through the clouds and see the sun. They will not only see challenges but will also recognize opportunities.

The pessimist sees the struggle not the opportunity, they see the path to success as long and difficult and will not stay the course.

The optimist has faith in their decisions and in their actions.

As a result of their faith, the optimist has a strong foundation of confidence in themselves, their actions, and their decisions. The optimist creates a sense of hope and confidence in themselves and in the people around them.

Have the faith in yourself to be an optimistic person. Have the confidence in yourself to open the doors to unlimited achievement.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author



Tuesday, December 29, 2009

Embrace Change

Motivational Power Quote


Embrace Change


“We must take change by the hand
or rest assuredly change will take
us by the throat.”
Winston Churchill, former British Prime Minister


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Embrace change.

The only constant thing in life is change. There’s seasonal change, the weather, the stock market, our business, the economy, technology and the list goes on in every aspect of our lives. The only constant we have is continued change.

We have a choice to embrace change or to resist change.

We can see change as an opportunity or look at change with apprehension and fear.

The person who embraces change and takes it by the hand takes charge of their lives and their future. They will find the pathway of opportunities to move forward with confidence opening new doors on their success journey.

Resisting change creates a negative environment of thinking, procrastination, and looking at the future with fear and apprehension.

Change can freeze a person in place with fear and paralyze their decision making.

Unless we take charge of change; change will take us by the throat and control us.

Don’t surrender to change, take charge of change. Control the change through your thinking and you control your outcome.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consulting, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author



Monday, December 28, 2009

Motivational Power Quote


When You’re Faced with Making a Decision


“You always have two choices:
your commitment
versus your fear.”
Sammy Davis Jr., American entertainer


As I see it. . . . . . . .
When you’re faced with making a decision you have two choices.

Decisions can be faced with fear and uncertainty both of which cause a lack of confidence in the decision making process. As a result, what occurs is procrastination, poor decision making, or no decision being made at all.

When we face a decision with confidence and peace of mind, we’ll make better decisions.

Once the decision is made we commit to following through to make the decision become a reality.

The key to any decision is the commitment to see the decision through to a successful conclusion.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author


Sunday, December 27, 2009

Visualize it and Make it Happen

Motivational Power Quote


Visualize it and Make it Happen


“The entrepreneur is essentially
a visualizer and actualizer.
He can visualize something,
and when he visualizes
it he sees exactly how
to make it happen.”
Robert L. Schwartz


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Visualize it and make it happen.

See it – do it – achieve it.

Successful entrepreneurs are truly risk takers and the last of the free spirits. They will visualize things as an opportunity long before others. They will see the possibilities and are willing to take calculated risks to accomplish their objectives.

Entrepreneurs will create a compelling vision in their mind of the opportunity in terms of exactly how they will go out and accomplish their objectives.

Once they have formed a clear picture of their objectives, they create a strategic plan to accomplish their objectives.

The entrepreneur realizes what steps are required to achieve success and will take them. They will implement their strategic plan to create forward momentum, and continually move in the direction of their objectives.

Entrepreneurs realize that nothing will happen until they make it happen.

Be an entrepreneur, visualize it and make it happen.

®2009 Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Motivational Speaker, Trainer, Educator and Author



Saturday, December 26, 2009

Three Steps to Effective Communication

Motivational Power Quote


Three Steps to Effective Communication


“Listen a hundred times;
Ponder a thousand times;
Speak once.”
Turkish Proverb


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Three Steps to effective communication.

We listen to gather information.

We ponder the information to gain wisdom and knowledge.

We speak once with insight and authority.

Effective communication is required in every aspect of our lives and business. Communication skills give us the ability to better understand the feelings of the people in our lives and our customers, and for them to understand us.

Insight will enable us to form stronger, longer lasting relationships and rapport.

As business professionals, our communication skills separate us from our competitors and help us create a business advantage.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author

Friday, December 25, 2009

The Golden Rule of Friendship

Motivational Power Quote


The Golden Rule of Friendship

“The golden rule of friendship
is to listen to others
as you would have
them listen to you.”
David Augsburger


As I see it. . . . . . . .
The golden rule of friendship applies to every aspect of our life.

When you meet someone give them your undivided attention for the first thirty seconds. During your conversation listen to them, give them your full attention, acknowledge what they’re saying and show genuine interest in them.

When you’re listening, make them feel that they are the most important person in the world.

The person that’s a proactive listener earns the reputation of being a brilliant conversationalist who others will seek out for advice and counsel.

Listen to others as we would like them to listen to us.

Actively listening to others is a sign of respect. As we listen to others we build rapport and that rapport builds trust and confidence.

As we listen to others, others will listen to us.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author



Thursday, December 24, 2009

Success Principles

Motivational Power Quote


Success Principles


“It takes time to succeed
because success is merely the
natural reward of taking time to
do anything well.”
Joseph Ross


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Success Principles

Making a commitment of doing everything with exceptional effort is making the commitment to succeed.

By doing everything exceptionally we create forward momentum in our career and the fuel for our success journey.

Doing everything exceptionally well has an accumulation factor. The things that we do well today will build benefits and long-term rewards.

Our reputation will be enhanced as others will see us as someone that can be counted on and trusted.

We will build our personal power and influence.

Take the time to do everything with exceptional effort today, and you will reap the rewards throughout all of your tomorrows.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author

Wednesday, December 23, 2009

Results are What Count

Motivational Power Quote


Results are What Count


“Don’t waste time telling people
what you are doing
or what you are going to do.
Results have a way
of informing the world.”
Unknown


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Results are what count.

We can tell people what we’re going to do and we can tell them what we’re doing.

What we’re going to do is just talk until we have achieved successful results.

We don’t get paid for what we’re going to do.

The measure of what we have done is through our results.

We will be judged on our results.

Our reputation will be based on our results.

Our compensation is based on results.

Focus on your desired results; achieve the results and the world will see what you have achieved.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author



Tuesday, December 22, 2009

Put Principles Above Privileges

Motivational Power Quote


Put Principles Above Privileges


“A people that value
it’s privileges
above it’s principles
soon loses both.”
Dwight D. Eisenhower, 34th President of the US


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Put principles above privileges.

The foundation of our principles is in our personal beliefs and our moral code of ethics.

Our principles are what will guide us in our actions, based on our philosophy, thoughts and values.

A privilege is the ability to do or to have, it’s an opportunity that may or may not be permanent.

A person that places their principles above their privileges becomes a person of substance.

The person that places their privileges above their principles will find that their privileges will soon disappear and they will be seen as a person of no principles.

When you let your principles guide you; you will be seen as a person with integrity.


®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author

Monday, December 21, 2009

Life is Like a Boomerang

Motivational Power Quote


Life is Like a Boomerang


“Life’s like a boomerang.
The more good you throw out,
the more you receive in return.”
Josh S. Hinds


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Life is like a boomerang.

What we send out and contribute to others will make us the person we become. Others will also see us in proportion to what we send out and contribute.

When we send out good, we see good returned to us.

When we send out positive messages and effort we receive positive results.

When we extend ourselves to help others, we find others are willing to extend themselves to help us.

What we send out is a reflection of who we are. Others will see that reflection and will respond to us in like kind.

Send out a message of service to others, and referrals will return to you.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author

Sunday, December 20, 2009

Move Forward, No Matter What

Motivational Power Quote


Move Forward, No Matter
What


“Life’s rewards go to those
who let their actions
rise above their excuses.”
Lee J. Colan


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Move forward, no matter what happens, without excuses.

About one year ago Tiger Woods stood victorious at the US Open in Augusta, Georgia and was recognized as the number one men’s professional golfer in the world.

In what may have been one of the greatest US Opens ever played, Tiger Woods won the championship after winning the playoff round on Monday.

If you watched the US Open you could see that Tiger Woods played in pain the entire Open with a knee that would require surgery.

Tiger had the surgery and had to start the long road of therapy to rebuild the strength in his leg and knee. The injury would keep him off the professional golf tour for almost a year.

In his first competition Tiger played well, but not well enough to win. There was some talk that maybe the knee would not hold up and that Tiger may have lost his edge.

Two weeks later, Tiger Woods hit a 15 foot putt to win the Arnold Palmer Classic in Orlando, Florida.

In what is believed to be one of the greatest comebacks, Tiger won the classic after trailing by as many as 5 stokes on the last hole.

What I took away from watching Tiger Woods winning the classic.

He never looked back.

He didn’t make excuses.

He remained focused under pressure.

He believed in himself.

He played with passion and purpose.

He stayed in control of his outcome.

Tiger let his actions speak for him.

Be like Tiger and move forward no matter what.

Now Tiger may be facing the biggest challenge is his life, and his decisions will lay the foundation on what his life will be.

®2009 Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author



Saturday, December 19, 2009

If You Can Look Up, Get Up

Motivational Power Quote


If You Can Look Up, Get Up


“When you are down
on your back,
if you can look up,
you can get up.”
Les Brown, Motivational speaker and author


As I see it. . . . . . . .
If you can look up, get up

When you’re flat on your back; don’t stay down get up.

Being flat on our back is a temporary condition if we’re determined to get up.

Look up; look at the possibilities, look for a better tomorrow.

Make the commitment not to stay down; find a way to get up and to find your way.

When you look up you will see the light, and that light becomes the magnet and the energy for you to get up.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author



Friday, December 18, 2009

Learn From the Past

Motivational Power Quote


Learn From the Past


“Losers live in the past.
Winners learn from the past
and enjoy working in
the present towards the future.”
Denis Waitley, Author


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Learn from the past and follow your strengths.

Successful people use their past as a learning experience and use it as a foundation for their future. They will build off their strengths and they will make every effort not to repeat the mistakes of the past.

Winner’s value the now and work in the present to enhance their future; they understand that actions taken today will impact their future.

Set your internal guidance system today for your success journey.

®2009 Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author

Thursday, December 17, 2009

Integrity is the Secret of Doing What’s Right

Motivational Power Quote


Integrity is the Secret of Doing What’s Right


“If you have integrity,
nothing else matters.
If you don’t have integrity,
nothing else matters.”
Alan Simpson


As I see it. . . . . . .
Integrity is the secret of doing what’s right, because it’s the right thing to do.

Doing the right thing is not always the easiest path to take. In some cases, integrity can have a short term cost, but it will pay dividends in the long run.

Your reputation will follow you. Doing what’s right creates a solid foundation for your life, your business and will plant the seeds for your future success based on your reputation.

Your integrity is that inter voice that guides your thoughts and actions.

Integrity is your moral compass that will maintain your values and keep you focused on doing the right thing during challenging and stressful times.

When there is a choice always conduct your life with integrity and do the right thing, because it’s the right thing to do.

®2009 Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

Have the Faith to Step into the Unknown

Motivational Power Quote


Have the Faith to Step into the Unknown


“Faith is taking the first step
even when you
don’t see the whole staircase.”
Martin Luther King Jr.


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Have the faith to step into the unknown.

Have faith in yourself, your abilities and be willing to take the first step into the unknown. Taking the first step requires you to put aside your fears and to rely on your faith.

Your faith is your bedrock and your strength that gives you the courage to step outside of your comfort zone and into the unknown.

There will be fear but you need to be willing to look passed the fear and use the pillars of faith as your strength to move you forward.

Be a person of conviction and have the faith to take the first step into the unknown.

Your faith will be your rock.

®2009 Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

Formula for Success

Motivational Power Quote


Formula for Success


“Don’t bother just to be
better than your
contemporaries or predecessors.
Try to be better than yourself.”
William Faulkner, author


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Formula for success

To become a truly effective business professional we have to focus on becoming the best at what we do.

We often look at our contemporaries as our competition and strive to become better than they are which is a step in the success journey, but not the only step.

Unfortunately we’re not able to control our contemporaries, their level of expertise, or their business.

The great news is that we can control our level of expertise, our business and our success.

To reach our full potential the key is continuous personal improvement and to concentrate on our priorities to achieve our desired outcomes.

Recognize that we have to get better than the competition but what is critical is for us to continuously become better at what we do.


®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author

Monday, December 14, 2009

Exceeding Your Customer’s Expectations

Motivational Power Quote


Exceeding Your Customer’s Expectations


“The only certain means of success
is to render more and better service
than is expected of you,
no matter what your task may be.”
Og Mandino, author


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Exceeding your customer’s expectations

The level of service that you provide to your customers will determine the level of success you will achieve.

Going above and beyond your customer’s expectations will help you stand above the crowd. It will also assist you in developing your business reputation and being the go to professional in your field.

The hallmark of successful companies and top producers is their commitment to their customer service. Their goal is to ensure each of their customers has a positive experience.

Customer service will have a financial impact on you and your business, exceptional customer service offers positive financial rewards. As a result of your efforts there will be additional benefits such as customers freely referring you and your company which will grow your business and will make you a person of influence.

Be prepared and make the commitment to go the extra mile for your customers and in time your customers will go the extra mile for you.

When we go the extra mile for our customers we build customer loyalty, gain the customers respect and future referrals.

Make the commitment to exceed your customer’s expectations, go the extra mile and provide world class customer service and success will be yours.

®2009 Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author



Sunday, December 13, 2009

Motivational Power Quote


Complacency is the Silent Killer of Careers


“Each success only buys
an admission ticket
to a more difficult problem.”
Henry Kissinger, 56th US Secretary of State


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Complacency is the silent killer of careers.

The fruits of success can lead to complacency. You can see it in professional sports, business and in people’s personal lives. We have all seen people who have experienced success and could have taken their career to the next level, but they choose to become complacent and they never became the success that they capable of being.

Complacency becomes a trap and a silent killer of careers.

Success creates the opportunity to try again. The more success we achieve the more opportunities we invite.

Be on the lookout for the silent killer of complacency.

Don’t turn off the energy switch that powers your career efforts; keep your career burning brightly.

Do not misuse your time on non productive tasks; stay focused on your most productive activities.

Taking shortcuts can lead to failure; maintain your success habits.

Don’t have a sense of entitlement; earn your results from your efforts. Do your best and the best will come back to you with increased dividends.

Your next success is an effort away.

Don’t allow complacency to block your success.

®2009 Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author



Saturday, December 12, 2009

Your Future Depends on You

Motivational Power Quote


Your Future Depends on You


“Your future depends
on many things,
but mostly you.”
Frank Tyger


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Your potential is unlimited . . . . and your future depends on you.

All the things that happen to us, all the things we accomplish and who we become will be determined by our thinking.

Our mind has all the power we need to achieve our goals and create a life of fulfillment.

We can change the way we think and that changes who we are.

Our mind has the capacity and the resources to determine the outcome of an event through positive thinking.

The key of releasing the potential to an unlimited future is to unlock the potential of our mind.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author



Friday, December 11, 2009

When We’ll Facing a Difficult Task

Motivational Power Quote


When We’ll Facing a Difficult Task


“It is our attitude at the beginning of a
difficult task which,
more than anything else,
will effect its successful outcome.”
William James, entrepreneur


As I see it. . . . . . . .
When we’ll facing a difficult task we will be asked to make choices.

Our first step with a difficult task is to begin our task with a positive attitude and the vision of a success outcome.

How we response to the task and our choices will be determined by our attitude and our thoughts.

Begin with a positive attitude.

Our attitude will determine our thinking; that thinking will determine if we choose the right track and the right path to a successful solutions.

Our attitude the beginning of a difficult task, will determine the outcome.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author

Thursday, December 10, 2009

Turn Your Dreams into Action Not Nightmares

Motivational Power Quote


Turn Your Dreams into Action Not Nightmares


“Vision without action
is a daydream.
Action without vision
is a nightmare.”
Japanese Proverb


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Turn your dreams into action not nightmares.

When action takes place without a vision things become confusing and a nightmare will follow.

One of the biggest dreamers of the twentieth century was Walt Disney. He created mega entertainment experience for families from around the world and it all started with a vision, a vision of a mouse.

But first let me share with you what was behind Walt’s dream for Disneyland and Walt Disney World.

As a young man Walt, along with his wife, would take their two young daughters to amusement parks in the Los Angeles area.

What Walt found was poorly maintained amusement parks and rides. He found that the experience for his family was less than desirable.

Out of that disappointment Walt created the vision for what would become Disneyland and Walt Disney World. Walt took his vision, put it into a plan, and took action to make it happen.

The rest is history, for over six decades millions of families have enjoyed the Disney experience and Walt’s vision.

Walt’s success journey started with a vision; he turned that vision into action and then success.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author



Wednesday, December 9, 2009

Motivational Power Quote


There is Value in Every Experience



“Nothing is a waste of time
if you use your
experience wisely.”
Augusta Rodin, French sculptor (1840 – 1917)


As I see it. . . . . . . .
There is value in every experience.

Ask yourself, what are the lessons to be learned from this experience?

Then ask yourself, with what I learned from that experience how will I apply those lessons in the future for positive results.

We learn from our experiences, when we open our mind to possibility thinking and we are able to see the experience as a learning opportunity.

As a result, when we learn from our experiences we can create value from our experiences and lessons. We will be able to apply those lessons for greater efficiency and success in the future.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Educator and Author



Tuesday, December 8, 2009

Go Beyond What You Have Already Mastered

Motivational Power Quote


Go Beyond What You Have Already Mastered


“Unless you try to do
something beyond what
you have already mastered
you never grow.”
Ralph Waldo Emerson


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Go Beyond what you have already mastered

Take the steps to grow beyond what you have already mastered.

There is no perfect time to take the first step to grow beyond what you have mastered, but the best time to start is right now.

What I have learned about personal growth is that the key is to take action and strive to grow.

Be willing to step outside your comfort zone and try new things to grow.

Once you grow beyond what you have already mastered your thoughts and actions will never return to there original state.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consulting, Executive Coach, Speaker, Trainer and Author


Monday, December 7, 2009

Motivational Power Quote


Remove Your Doubts and Fears



“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, speaker


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Remove your doubts and fears

When we remove our doubts and fears and we open the gateway to unlimited possibilities.

Our doubts and fears build as a result of inaction and procrastination. Inaction builds a barrier between us and success and creates an environment of doubting ourselves which contributes to continued inaction.

Develop a proactive plan of action; take the steps that are required to move you in the direction of your goals and conquer your fears.

Don’t sit around, get out of your comfort zone, get started in the right direction and get busy today.

®2009 Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author

Sunday, December 6, 2009

Positive Self Talk - Positive Self Image

Motivational Power Quote


Positive Self Talk­ - Positive Self Image



“Never say anything about yourself,
you do not want to come true.”
Brian Tracy, author, speaker


As I see it. . . . . . .
Positive self talk – Positive self image.

What we think about we become.

What we say about ourselves becomes part of our thought process.

When we speak about ourselves we need to speak kindly as our words are a refection of our thoughts and our thoughts have a tendency of becoming our reality.

Don’t say anything about yourself that will have a negative influence on you and your life.

When speaking about yourself speak in a positive affirming manor.

Be positive about what you say about yourself and make that positive self truth become your reality.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author

Saturday, December 5, 2009

Motivational Power Quote


Our Life is a Reflection in a Mirror


“Life is nothing but a mirror . . .
of your consistent thoughts.”
Anthony Robbins, author, motivational speaker


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Our life is a reflection in a mirror.

When we look into a mirror we see the reflection of our thoughts. Our consistent thoughts create the person that we are and the person that we see in the mirror.

Put your life in perspective and focus your thoughts on the person that you want to be. Focus on the people that who are most important to you and your goals.

Keep your thoughts positive and your mind full of the possibilities.

What we see in our mind is the person we see in the mirror.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author



Friday, December 4, 2009

10 Steps for Mastering Your Life

Motivational Power Quote


10 Steps for Mastering Your Life



“Knowing others is intelligence;
knowing yourself is true wisdom;
mastering others is strength;
mastering yourself is true power.”
Tao Tzu


As I see it. . . . . . . .
10 steps for mastering your life

Mastering yourself creates personal power and forward momentum in your life and your career.

As we become the master of our life we create the pathway to a full life, achievement and happiness.

Ten steps for mastering our lives.

1. Mastering your life by letting go of the past and move into
the future with purpose and passion.

2. Have a burning desirer for the things that you do.

3. Don’t become a victim become an achiever.

4. When you fall down get up.

5. Look at the world and you’re surrounding from a positive
point of view.

6. Surround yourself with positive people.

7. Fill your mind with positive thought.

8. Believe in yourself

9. Have a winning positive attitude

10. Take personal responsibly for your actions and your results.

Mastering our lives is taking personal control of our life; when we’re in control we create personal power.

Personal power creates the forward momentum on your success journey.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Motivational Speaker, Trainer, Educator and Author



Thursday, December 3, 2009

Let Your Advice Be Soft

Motivational Power Quote


Let Your Advice Be Soft


“Advice is like snow;
the softer it falls,
the longer it dwells upon,
and the deeper it
sinks into, the mind.”
Samuel Taylor Coleridge


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Let your advice be soft.

Let your advice fall gently for the highest and lasting impact.

Hard advice can be perceived as demanding and can fall on deaf ears. Hard advice will be seen as confrontational and can cause a breakdown in a relationship and in your communication.

Soft advice is seen as conversation and is open for discussion.

Both parties can see the advantage of the soft advice. The longer the person considers the advice, the more the advice will be considered. At that point the advice becomes far more likely to be followed freely.

The person receiving soft advice is likely to accept the advice and the person giving the advice will be seen as an advocate.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Coach and Author

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

Jump on Every Opportunity

Motivational Power Quote


Jump on Every Opportunity



“Jumping at several small opportunities
may get us there more quickly than waiting
for one big one to come along.”
Hugh Allen


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Jump on every opportunity that’s presented to you.

Look at every opportunity as a stepping stone to achieving your desired outcome and success.

No matter how small an opportunity appears to be at the time; an opportunity has the potential to accelerate your success journey and build the bridge to your future.

Every opportunity has the capacity to open doors and to move us closer to our goals. Missed opportunities have the opposite effect and increase the distance between us and success.

When small opportunities become combined they have an accumulation factor that will make a big difference in our success.

Don’t wait for that big opportunity to come along. Jump on every opportunity that you have and you’ll make your own big opportunities.

®2009, Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author

Tuesday, December 1, 2009

Impossible is Only a Temporary Condition

Motivational Power Quote


Impossible is Only a Temporary Condition



“Impossible is the word
to be found in the dictionary of fools.”
Napoleon


As I see it. . . . . . . .
Impossible is only a temporary condition.

If we would accept impossible as an absolute we would not;

Have landed a man on the moon

Enjoy the benefit of flight and air travel

Have the marvels of modern medicine

Have cell phones
Watch a flat screen TV

Have a computer

Impossible was only present to those people who did not believe that something could be done.

Those who believe find a way and make the impossible possible.

Find the way to your possibilities.


®2009 Lou Ludwig, Sales and Management Consultant, Executive Coach, Trainer, Speaker and Author