The LifeLine Issue 4

Happy Memorial Day Weekend!

Why are all the pics you see of me with my mouth closed? To start with, this is what I looked like on February 14th of this year right after some oral surgery. Man, I was puffy and sore!

And this is what I looked like yesterday after I got my braces tightened. Yep, just another four or five months and a couple of surgeries more and I'll be really smilin' with my new pearly whites!

So fire up the BBQ, grab your favorite beverage and gobble up every bite of The LifeLine, but no corn on the cob for me this holiday weekend.

- Steve O

Sending out an SOS :0)

Welcome and thanks for taking the time to take a look at this week's issue of The LifeLine. I really appreciate it!

I have a really big favor to ask. I am asking you to forward this email to at least 3 people who might benefit from this e-zine. If you are anything like me, you want to help as many people as possible succeed in life and business.

I was looking at my Mission Statement last night, and realized I had to get BOLD and start asking for help from my friends. Here's why. "My Mission is to help thousands of people improve their lives and business through coaching, training and education." I'm missing the mark! I'm only touching dozens or perhaps hundreds of lives up to today.

So, I'm asking you right now, forward this to as many people as you can think of who want or need some help with their business. Ask them to subscribe, and tell them this e-zine is always *Free*!

The Power of a Positive Mindset

To understand the power of a positive mindset, first you have to know what your mindset currently is and what a positive mindset looks like. If the fruits of your labor (your results) are less than satisfactory, then look first at the roots of your tree (your actions and environment).

When you get up first thing in the morning are you full of energy? Are you happy and ready to tackle the day? Or are you like Eeyore with a gloomy cloud hanging over your head? It's important to pay attention to your attitudes and actions and really know who you are if you are going make some real changes. So, think about what you say to yourself, what you say out loud to your friends and family. Notice if it has a positive ring to it or a dull thud. Wayne Dyer says "What you think about expands", and it doesn't matter if it's positive or negative, it's going to grow!

If you find that your attitude is less than what you want it to be, you may want to know where that negative thinking came from. Often times, we are inadvertently programmed by our parents, teachers, co-workers, bosses and peers. This may come in the form of harsh criticism, gossip, abuse or simply limiting thoughts and energy dispensed in our environment.

In order to overcome these negative environments, you have to be aware of them, remove yourself from them and nurture the roots of your "tree of life". There are many techniques for developing new growth, including affirmations, visualizations, prayer, meditation and much more. You can read more about this by downloading the workbook The Power of a Positive Mindset Workbook.pdf then going to http://sosimpact.com/ABWA.htm and investing in some of the resources show on that page.

OK, so where's the Power? This is the simple part! When your grow yourself in a positive manner you can much more easily rise above the problems and challenges in your life. They become small compared to you! (Yes, it really is all about you.) As Zig Ziglar says “Positive thinking will let you do everything better than negative thinking will.” Not only that, but you will enjoy life much more, the good things will come much easier and yes, the fruits on your tree of life will be much sweeter!

Scroll down to learn how to jump start yourself on the fast track to a Positive Mindset by taking the 7 day challenge.

Eleven MUSTS for your Business Card

Your Name -No brainer huh? I've seen them with just the company name and no contact person!

Your Company Name - Sometimes your name is the Company name. Only problem with that is when it comes time to sell your business, you probably don't come with it. :-)

Your Title or Position - People want to know what you do, especially if it's not obvious from the company name.

Your Phone Number - Use the best number to reach you at. Avoid having too many numbers to choose from but do include your toll free number if you have one.

Your Email Address - If you don't have one, get one. you@yourDomain.com or you@yourName.com are best, but a free Yahoo account is better than none.

A Mailing Address - "I don't want people to know where I live" you say? Then a P.O. Box is a must! Someone might send you a nice note, or lots of money!

Your Web Address - You may not be selling anything online, but people EXPECT you to have a website. Get a simple one page website with your contact information and maybe some links to your friend's business.

Your Tag Line - Tag lines can separate you from the crowd by making you memorable. If you don't have one, write a few and get feedback from your friends, or have one professionally written for you. (Contact Bart@MaverickBusinessAdvisors.com and hire Bart to write a GREAT tagline for you.)

A Call to Action - You certainly want people to call, click or email. Make sure to ask them to and give them a reason and the ability to do so.

Use the back of the Card - There's usually plenty of unused Real Estate on the back of your card. Use Testimonials or a few PULL marketing questions. Get creative, the back comes with the front anyway.

Don't Print Too Many Cards - You may want to test out several different cards styles or layouts, or you may change your phone number or email address. Toss out the old and order the new.

Sending out an SOS :0)

The Power of a Positive Mindset

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Eleven MUSTS for your Business Card