Are you called to be a leader?
Do you know where you are supposed to go? I am sure, often we are not aware of our purpose, of our abilities, talents and skills we are able to learn. You are not here by accident. (How often have you heard this, but is it true for you?)
Joining different MLM's, nothing really seems to work, it is easy to blame the company, the product, the upline.
May be you have to practise more? Growing into the leader you are supposed to be? Learning the leadership skills while building your business, and it can be slow in the beginning. Just keep on doing the right things.
The reward? You will become the leader to your downline, to your group, the best side effect of it all is....., new team members will join you!
Cheers!
Birgit
Learning about BEing Happy and FREE and EnJOYing the Present.
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Thursday, August 02, 2007
Monday, July 16, 2007
BRANDING YOUR BUSINESS
Branding is the process of establishing your business as the supplier of a certain product or service, or in emphasizing a certain USP (Unique Selling Proposition) as it pertains to your business.
If branding and USP seems to be a confusing concept, think about Wal-Mart and their tag line: "Always Low Prices, Always."
Think about Ford Motors, "Quality is Job One."
Think about the Visa Card, "It's Everywhere You Want To Be."
You see, these top corporations have managed to make their USP part of their branding.
Even if you are only competing in a local marketplace, your USP can and should fit snugly into your branding strategy.
Learn how to BRAND yourself, how to fund your marketing, how to set up a blog, how to set up your online marketing campaigns and much more
Meet with "gurus" and network with team members, grow your biz!
Cheers,
Birgit
If branding and USP seems to be a confusing concept, think about Wal-Mart and their tag line: "Always Low Prices, Always."
Think about Ford Motors, "Quality is Job One."
Think about the Visa Card, "It's Everywhere You Want To Be."
You see, these top corporations have managed to make their USP part of their branding.
Even if you are only competing in a local marketplace, your USP can and should fit snugly into your branding strategy.
Learn how to BRAND yourself, how to fund your marketing, how to set up a blog, how to set up your online marketing campaigns and much more
Meet with "gurus" and network with team members, grow your biz!
Cheers,
Birgit
Monday, May 28, 2007
How to Be the Head and not the Tail
You know how it is, you are at work, you get frustrated because things don't seem to be happening the way they’re supposed
to be. You see people milling around but nothing gets accomplished. And in the daily hustle and bustle, do you feel that your goals remain just that – goals. Then maybe its time for you to stand up and do something about it.
Most people are content just to stand around listening for orders. And it isn't unusual to adopt a follow-the-leader mentality. But maybe, somewhere inside of you, you feel the desire to make things happen – to be the head, not the tail. Then maybe leadership just suits you fine.
Some people believe that great leaders are made, not born. Yes, it may be true that some people are born with natural talents.
However, without practice, without drive, without enthusiasm, and without experience, there can be no true development in leadership.
You must also remember that good leaders are continually working and studying to improve their natural skills. This takes a commitment to constantly improve in whatever endeavor a person chooses.
First of all, let's define leadership. To be a leader, one must be able to influence others to accomplish a goal, or an objective.
He contributes to the organization and cohesion of a group. He encouraging others towards the goal of the organization. It is about putting everyone on the same page and helping them see the big picture of the organization. You must be a leader not a boss.
First of all, you have to get people to follow you. How is this accomplished?
People will only follow you if they see that you know where you are going. Remember that bumper sticker? The one that says, don't follow me, I'm lost too? The same holds true for leadership. If you yourself do not know where you're headed to, chances are people will not follow you at all.
You yourself must know the vision of the organization. Having a clear sense of hierarchy, knowing who the bosses are, who to talk to, the organization's goals and objectives, and how the organization works is the only way to show others you know what you are doing.
Being a leader is not about what you make others do. Its about who you are, what you know, and what you do. Its about the trust and confidence your subordinates have of you. If they trust you they will go through hell and high water for you and for the organization. Trust and confidence is built on good relationships, trustworthiness, and high ethics.
The way you deal with your people, and the relationships you build will lay the foundation for the strength of your group. The stronger your relationship, the stronger their trust and confidence is in your capabilities.
Once you have their trust and confidence, you may now proceed to communicate the goals and objectives you are to undertake. Communication is a very important key to good leadership. Without this you can not be a good leader. The knowledge and technical expertise you have must be clearly imparted to other people.
Also, you can not be a good leader and unless you have good judgment. You must be able to assess situations, weigh the pros and cons of any decision, and actively seek out a solution. Good decision-making is vital to the success of your organization.
Leaders are not do-it-all heroes. You should not claim to know everything, and you should not rely upon your skills alone. You should recognize and take advantage of the skills and talents your subordinates have. Only when you come to this realization will you be able to work as one cohesive unit.
Remember being a leader takes a good deal of work and time. It is not learned overnight. Remember, also, that it is not about just you. It is about you and the people around you. So, do you have the drive and the desire to serve required of leaders? Do you have the desire to work cooperatively with other people? Then start now. Take your stand and be leader today.
to be. You see people milling around but nothing gets accomplished. And in the daily hustle and bustle, do you feel that your goals remain just that – goals. Then maybe its time for you to stand up and do something about it.
Most people are content just to stand around listening for orders. And it isn't unusual to adopt a follow-the-leader mentality. But maybe, somewhere inside of you, you feel the desire to make things happen – to be the head, not the tail. Then maybe leadership just suits you fine.
Some people believe that great leaders are made, not born. Yes, it may be true that some people are born with natural talents.
However, without practice, without drive, without enthusiasm, and without experience, there can be no true development in leadership.
You must also remember that good leaders are continually working and studying to improve their natural skills. This takes a commitment to constantly improve in whatever endeavor a person chooses.
First of all, let's define leadership. To be a leader, one must be able to influence others to accomplish a goal, or an objective.
He contributes to the organization and cohesion of a group. He encouraging others towards the goal of the organization. It is about putting everyone on the same page and helping them see the big picture of the organization. You must be a leader not a boss.
First of all, you have to get people to follow you. How is this accomplished?
People will only follow you if they see that you know where you are going. Remember that bumper sticker? The one that says, don't follow me, I'm lost too? The same holds true for leadership. If you yourself do not know where you're headed to, chances are people will not follow you at all.
You yourself must know the vision of the organization. Having a clear sense of hierarchy, knowing who the bosses are, who to talk to, the organization's goals and objectives, and how the organization works is the only way to show others you know what you are doing.
Being a leader is not about what you make others do. Its about who you are, what you know, and what you do. Its about the trust and confidence your subordinates have of you. If they trust you they will go through hell and high water for you and for the organization. Trust and confidence is built on good relationships, trustworthiness, and high ethics.
The way you deal with your people, and the relationships you build will lay the foundation for the strength of your group. The stronger your relationship, the stronger their trust and confidence is in your capabilities.
Once you have their trust and confidence, you may now proceed to communicate the goals and objectives you are to undertake. Communication is a very important key to good leadership. Without this you can not be a good leader. The knowledge and technical expertise you have must be clearly imparted to other people.
Also, you can not be a good leader and unless you have good judgment. You must be able to assess situations, weigh the pros and cons of any decision, and actively seek out a solution. Good decision-making is vital to the success of your organization.
Leaders are not do-it-all heroes. You should not claim to know everything, and you should not rely upon your skills alone. You should recognize and take advantage of the skills and talents your subordinates have. Only when you come to this realization will you be able to work as one cohesive unit.
Remember being a leader takes a good deal of work and time. It is not learned overnight. Remember, also, that it is not about just you. It is about you and the people around you. So, do you have the drive and the desire to serve required of leaders? Do you have the desire to work cooperatively with other people? Then start now. Take your stand and be leader today.
Thursday, March 08, 2007
Last night I could not sleep….
Usually I sleep very well, thank you. But last night I could not sleep. It is no full moon, may be too much excitement? However, I was laying there, tossing and turning and thinking….thinking…millions of thoughts racing through my brain.One of Ozzie''s (my brother in law) favorite questions is: "What keeps you up at night." Hm, should I get up and turn on my PC again?
And then I was struck with amazement, thinking about my online friends all over the world. How I was sleeping in rainy and cold and dark British Columbia, where my online friend Spencer is most likely sitting in College on a hot day in India. We met 2 or 3 years ago in a forum. Having great brainstorming sessions together online, exchanging ideas, messaging back and forth almost every day and sharing our successes. Or Brenda in New Zealand, we both are living in a "gum boot capital". My prosperity team mate Carrie in California, my business associates in England, Australia, on the East Coast….I love the Internet!!
Yes, I am very exited about that. And about the fact, that we all help each other, make more money online. COME and JOIN US!
Cheers,
Birgit
Take back the Internet – building a Global Community
And then I was struck with amazement, thinking about my online friends all over the world. How I was sleeping in rainy and cold and dark British Columbia, where my online friend Spencer is most likely sitting in College on a hot day in India. We met 2 or 3 years ago in a forum. Having great brainstorming sessions together online, exchanging ideas, messaging back and forth almost every day and sharing our successes. Or Brenda in New Zealand, we both are living in a "gum boot capital". My prosperity team mate Carrie in California, my business associates in England, Australia, on the East Coast….I love the Internet!!
Yes, I am very exited about that. And about the fact, that we all help each other, make more money online. COME and JOIN US!
Cheers,
Birgit
Take back the Internet – building a Global Community
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