My first job was as a 16 year old Saturday girl at Woolworth's, where, for some strange reason, I usually managed to get what was regarded as the plum role of serving behind the cosmetics counter (this was in the days before self-service and paying at a check out). I'd work with full-time sales … [Read more...]
Thought for the week – 6
November 13, 2006 By Leave a Comment
"This is the true joy in life: The being used for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one; the being a force of nature instead of a feverish, selfish little clod of ailments and grievances complaining that the world will not devote itself to making you happy. I am of the opinion … [Read more...]
Thought for the week – 5
November 6, 2006 By Leave a Comment
"Time = Life, Therefore, waste your time and waste of your life, or master your time and master your life." "Failing to plan is planning to fail." "In all planing you make a list and you set priorities." "One of the secrets of getting more done is to make a TO DO List every day, keep it … [Read more...]
Thought for the week – 4
October 31, 2006 By Leave a Comment
"Write a wise saying and your name will live forever." (Unknown) Do you like this one? "I thought I was in danger of taking myself too seriously and it was time to lighten up" If you come across any quotes or sayings that make you smile and brighten your day, don't be bashful, lets … [Read more...]
Thought for the week – 3
October 24, 2006 By Leave a Comment
Quotations on procrastination abound - I've chosen this one: "Waiting is a trap. There will always be reasons to wait. The truth is, there are only two things in life, reasons and results, and reasons simply don't count." (Dr Robert Anthony) How often are we guilty of coming with all … [Read more...]
Turn competition into collaboration
October 17, 2006 By Leave a Comment
Once you're happy in your brand you can help change competition to collaboration I was recently invited along to a sales training workshop following a breakfast networking meeting I'd attended. Some people assumed I wouldn't want to go as I'm an established trainer and the salesman running the … [Read more...]
Thought for the week – 2
October 17, 2006 By 1 Comment
This one really caught my eye - see whether it ever applies to you! I walk down the street. There is a hole. I don't see it. I fall in. It isn't my fault. It takes a very long time to get out. I walk down the same street. There is still a deep hole. I pretend not to see it. I fall … [Read more...]
