Tip #9 "You do not have to be perfect to be perfect."
The New England Patriots(an NFL football team) are going for something that has never been accomplished in the history of the NFL tonight...A perfect 16-0 season. The Miami Dolphins went 14-0 in the 1970's. But, nobody has been able to achieve the nearly impossible feat of 16-0 since the season was lengthened over 25 years ago. Yet, the only team standing in the way of a "perfect" season is the NY Giants. The Giants are a good team. But, they really have nothing to play for since they have already made the playoffs. This game is virtually meaningless to them. The press interviews with the players and the coach imply something different. But, let's be real about this.
Who do you think will be more motivated to win tonight's game? The New York Giants whom have nothing to play for other than trying to be the team that stops the Patriots while risking injury to their starters one week before the playoffs or the NEW ENGLAND PATRIOTS playing for history and arguably the greatest record of all in the NFL...PERFECTION! Hmmmm, I predict the Patriots will win.
Let's assume that the Patriots win tonight. They have achieved a PERFECT season. But, were they perfect? Did they play perfectly? They should have lost at least one game that their opponent gave them multiple chances at the very end of the game with penalties and poor defensive play. There was also another game that they should have lost. But, once again they pulled it out in the end. So, did they go the entire season without making a mistake? Not even close. In fact, I am quite certain that they had a penalty or a turnover in the first half of the first game of the season they played...Hence, "perfection" ended before they won their first game. But, they still went 16-0(assuming they win tonight).
So, what can we learn from the Patriots? They had a perfect season without being perfect. Isn't that wonderful to know. The difference between success and failure is that those that succeed get up one more time than they fall. That's it! Eventually, they succeed.
Proverbs tells us "for though a righteous man falls seven times, he rises again, but the wicked are brought down by calamity. So, for those of us that are Christians we know that we are only made perfect in Christ even though we fail over and over again we are still perfect because He is perfect and His blood covers our sins.
Since week 9 I have been cheering against the Patriots because I love the underdog. But, tonight I will cheer for the Patriots because they deserve it. WOW! What a team. Quite possibly the greatest team in the history of the NFL. If they WIN the Super Bowl on Feb. 3rd there is no doubt they will be crowned "The Greatest Team Ever."
GO PATRIOTS!!!
Tip #9 "You do not have to be perfect to be perfect."
Saturday, December 29, 2007
Friday, December 28, 2007
Tip #8 "Success comes in cans. Failure comes in cant's."
Tip #8 "Success comes in cans. Failure comes in cant's."
My youngest daughter is four years old. When our family travels she sits in a car seat. She is very good at buckling herself. But, unbuckling herself is another story. She says "Can you help me? I can't do it. It's too hard." So, my wife or oldest daughter are always willing to help her. But, I think she has a case of "stinkin thinkin". So, I decided to test my theory a few months ago. She and I had gone on a daddy/daughter date time. When we got back home she said "Daddy, can you help me get out of my seat? I can't do it." I said "I think you can do it. If you do it all by yourself then I will give you a piece of candy." Guess what? She unbuckled herself within 10 seconds. AMAZING! What changed? Was she suddenly stronger? Nope. Did God give her super human/child strength? Nah......She was motivated!
We are all the same way aren't we? If we believe we can do something it is amazing how things change. As a man believes so is he. That is so very very true. The next time you are tempted to say "I can't!" I encourage you to say "I can!" and then find a way to do it.
Tip# 8 "Success comes in cans. Failure comes in cant's."
My youngest daughter is four years old. When our family travels she sits in a car seat. She is very good at buckling herself. But, unbuckling herself is another story. She says "Can you help me? I can't do it. It's too hard." So, my wife or oldest daughter are always willing to help her. But, I think she has a case of "stinkin thinkin". So, I decided to test my theory a few months ago. She and I had gone on a daddy/daughter date time. When we got back home she said "Daddy, can you help me get out of my seat? I can't do it." I said "I think you can do it. If you do it all by yourself then I will give you a piece of candy." Guess what? She unbuckled herself within 10 seconds. AMAZING! What changed? Was she suddenly stronger? Nope. Did God give her super human/child strength? Nah......She was motivated!
We are all the same way aren't we? If we believe we can do something it is amazing how things change. As a man believes so is he. That is so very very true. The next time you are tempted to say "I can't!" I encourage you to say "I can!" and then find a way to do it.
Tip# 8 "Success comes in cans. Failure comes in cant's."
Tip #7 "Most people do not plan to fail. They just fail to plan"
Tip #7 "Most people do not plan to fail...they just fail to plan."
I travel to the New York City area on business every 2-3 weeks. My last trip I flew into Laguardia airport, rented a car and drove to Connecticut to spend the night. I woke up the next morning and travelled to the client about 20 miles away. Then, I travelled to back to the airport to stay in a hotel. The next morning I drove into Manhattan for another meeting. Then, I went back to the rental car facility and on a plane to O'hare airport in Chicago. My trip was a success.
How successful would my trip had been if I had not planned the meetings with the clients, booked the flight, the hotel, and a planned on needing a GPS? Would I have made it to Laguardia or back to O'hare if the pilots didn't have a flight plan? How about if I went into my meetings without a plan?
Almost every time I have failed at something I can trace it back to failing to plan to succeed. Since the end of the year is quickly approaching I encourage you to write down some goals. My wife and I are going to write down some simple goals for 2008. It shouldn't take us more than 10 minutes to write them down. I would encourage you to do the same. Once you have goals written, then form a daily plan to achieve these goals in 2008. I suggest that you print out your goals and post them in 5 different places that you will see everyday(in the car, on the mirror, on the fridge, on the wall, in your bedroom).
For example, I want to lose 15 pounds and reduce my total fat content to 15% by March 31st, 2008.
Daily plan- Starting on Dec. 29th I will workout with weights and/or do cardio in the morning for 30 minutes 5 days per week while increasing my protein intake, decrease my carbs, and eating less the later in the day it gets. I will not eat anything within 3 hours of going to sleep.
That took 2 minutes to type.
Do you think this sounds like a good plan? Do you think my success will be greater with a realistic goal and a plan to achieve the goal?
I hope so. I really need to lose this weight. :-)
Tip #7 "Most people do not plan to fail...they just fail to plan."
I travel to the New York City area on business every 2-3 weeks. My last trip I flew into Laguardia airport, rented a car and drove to Connecticut to spend the night. I woke up the next morning and travelled to the client about 20 miles away. Then, I travelled to back to the airport to stay in a hotel. The next morning I drove into Manhattan for another meeting. Then, I went back to the rental car facility and on a plane to O'hare airport in Chicago. My trip was a success.
How successful would my trip had been if I had not planned the meetings with the clients, booked the flight, the hotel, and a planned on needing a GPS? Would I have made it to Laguardia or back to O'hare if the pilots didn't have a flight plan? How about if I went into my meetings without a plan?
Almost every time I have failed at something I can trace it back to failing to plan to succeed. Since the end of the year is quickly approaching I encourage you to write down some goals. My wife and I are going to write down some simple goals for 2008. It shouldn't take us more than 10 minutes to write them down. I would encourage you to do the same. Once you have goals written, then form a daily plan to achieve these goals in 2008. I suggest that you print out your goals and post them in 5 different places that you will see everyday(in the car, on the mirror, on the fridge, on the wall, in your bedroom).
For example, I want to lose 15 pounds and reduce my total fat content to 15% by March 31st, 2008.
Daily plan- Starting on Dec. 29th I will workout with weights and/or do cardio in the morning for 30 minutes 5 days per week while increasing my protein intake, decrease my carbs, and eating less the later in the day it gets. I will not eat anything within 3 hours of going to sleep.
That took 2 minutes to type.
Do you think this sounds like a good plan? Do you think my success will be greater with a realistic goal and a plan to achieve the goal?
I hope so. I really need to lose this weight. :-)
Tip #7 "Most people do not plan to fail...they just fail to plan."
Friday, December 21, 2007
TIP #6: "The most wonderful time of the year all year..."
TIP #6: "The most wonderful time of the year all year..."
It's the most wonderful time of the yeaaaaaaarrrrrrrrrrrrrr. Come on sing along with me...Hearts will be glowing with cheeeeeeeeeeeeer....It's the most wonderful time of the yeeeeeeeeeeeear.
Why is it that for so many folks Christmas time is their favorite time of year? For me, this holds true because I get to spend time with my family and friends, share stories, eat too much, and just enjoy spending time with those that I love. What is better than that? Well, for me I also celebrate that I became a Christian on Christmas day 1995 also. Thus, securing my place in Heaven. :-) That's the most wonderful present of all.
Why is it that when January and February roll around that our attitudes tend to take a dip? I believe that it's because we are no longer focusing on what is excellent and worthy of our joyful views. By this time, we have broken many if not all of our New Year's resolutions and have been moving along for a few weeks without the Christmas focus and the excitement that leads up to it.
So, how do we keep a wonderful attitude all the year through? It starts with how we see things. Are we focusing on what keeps us laughing and loving? Or are we focused on what makes us depressed and sad? What are we doing to keep ourselves joyful?
I read the bible, pray, watch clips of things that make me laugh, talk to old and new friends, spend time with my wife and children laughing and loving each other. This keeps my attitude high most of the time. Please see my previous posts on the 4 L's for Living and the 5 ?'s to ask ourselves each day to bring your attitude back up.
If you have enjoyed this post or the others please post some feedback.
TIP #6: "The most wonderful time of the year all year..."
It's the most wonderful time of the yeaaaaaaarrrrrrrrrrrrrr. Come on sing along with me...Hearts will be glowing with cheeeeeeeeeeeeer....It's the most wonderful time of the yeeeeeeeeeeeear.
Why is it that for so many folks Christmas time is their favorite time of year? For me, this holds true because I get to spend time with my family and friends, share stories, eat too much, and just enjoy spending time with those that I love. What is better than that? Well, for me I also celebrate that I became a Christian on Christmas day 1995 also. Thus, securing my place in Heaven. :-) That's the most wonderful present of all.
Why is it that when January and February roll around that our attitudes tend to take a dip? I believe that it's because we are no longer focusing on what is excellent and worthy of our joyful views. By this time, we have broken many if not all of our New Year's resolutions and have been moving along for a few weeks without the Christmas focus and the excitement that leads up to it.
So, how do we keep a wonderful attitude all the year through? It starts with how we see things. Are we focusing on what keeps us laughing and loving? Or are we focused on what makes us depressed and sad? What are we doing to keep ourselves joyful?
I read the bible, pray, watch clips of things that make me laugh, talk to old and new friends, spend time with my wife and children laughing and loving each other. This keeps my attitude high most of the time. Please see my previous posts on the 4 L's for Living and the 5 ?'s to ask ourselves each day to bring your attitude back up.
If you have enjoyed this post or the others please post some feedback.
TIP #6: "The most wonderful time of the year all year..."
Wednesday, August 1, 2007
Tip #5: "As a man believeth in his heart so is he"
Tip #5: "As a man believeth in his heart so is he"
Have you ever been depressed? I have too. I think everyone has. Why is it that we get depressed? I believe that it is because of what we are focusing on.
Are we focused on what is true, beautiful, excellent, and worthy of our time and energy? I learned five questions about 20 years ago that have helped me to get my attitude back in order. Everything begins with attitude. Doesn't it?
Here are the five questions to ask ourselves when we are down:
Please come up with at least 3 answers for each question.
1. What am I grateful for?
2. Who loves me/who do I love?
3. What am I excited about?
4. What am I proud of?
5. What am I grateful for? Answering this one twice is important. :-)
I just went through these questions myself. I have a big smile on my face and tears of joy in my eyes.
Tip #5: "As a man believeth in his heart so is he"
-Derek
Have you ever been depressed? I have too. I think everyone has. Why is it that we get depressed? I believe that it is because of what we are focusing on.
Are we focused on what is true, beautiful, excellent, and worthy of our time and energy? I learned five questions about 20 years ago that have helped me to get my attitude back in order. Everything begins with attitude. Doesn't it?
Here are the five questions to ask ourselves when we are down:
Please come up with at least 3 answers for each question.
1. What am I grateful for?
2. Who loves me/who do I love?
3. What am I excited about?
4. What am I proud of?
5. What am I grateful for? Answering this one twice is important. :-)
I just went through these questions myself. I have a big smile on my face and tears of joy in my eyes.
Tip #5: "As a man believeth in his heart so is he"
-Derek
Saturday, June 16, 2007
Tip#4 Ahhhhh....the memories of "the good ol' days"...Reflect on the past...But, let us not dwell on it....
Tip#4...Reflect on the past...But, let us not dwell on it....
I just finished watching the movie "Indian Summer". It's a movie about summer camp memories. Even though I did not attend summer camp the movie still moved me. Why? Because it encompasses so many facets of life's transition from childhood to adulthood. I have many fond childhood memories. Some are not so fond. I think most of us feel that way.
It is important to reflect on the past. But, if we dwell on it too long we cannot move forward. We end up thinking "ohhhhhhhh the good ol' days" as if there will never again be days that good. All that does is destroy our attitude today. I enjoy reflecting back. But, when we look back and think "things will never be that good again" we begin to deteriorate our present and the future. So, I encourage you to reflect on the good ol' days. But, look forward to today and tomorrow. Encourage someone today. You will be blessed more than they are if you are sincere.
Tip#4...Reflect on the past...But, let us not dwell on it....
I just finished watching the movie "Indian Summer". It's a movie about summer camp memories. Even though I did not attend summer camp the movie still moved me. Why? Because it encompasses so many facets of life's transition from childhood to adulthood. I have many fond childhood memories. Some are not so fond. I think most of us feel that way.
It is important to reflect on the past. But, if we dwell on it too long we cannot move forward. We end up thinking "ohhhhhhhh the good ol' days" as if there will never again be days that good. All that does is destroy our attitude today. I enjoy reflecting back. But, when we look back and think "things will never be that good again" we begin to deteriorate our present and the future. So, I encourage you to reflect on the good ol' days. But, look forward to today and tomorrow. Encourage someone today. You will be blessed more than they are if you are sincere.
Tip#4...Reflect on the past...But, let us not dwell on it....
Tuesday, June 12, 2007
Tip #3 Your priorities will determine your TRUE success in life...
Tip #3
Your priorities will determine your success in life...
This will be short and sweet...
What really matters?
Your priorities will determine your success in life...
This will be short and sweet...
What really matters?
"A hundred years from now it will not matter what my bank account was, the sort of house I lived in, or the kind of car I drove. But the world may be different, because I was important in the life of a child." --Forest Witcraft
Are you important in someone's life? It doesn't necessarily have to be a child. But, we should be making a difference in someone's life.
I promise that you will have more happiness and enjoyment than you ever dreamed of if you will just give your life away to others.
Tip #3
Your priorities will determine your TRUE success in life...
Are you important in someone's life? It doesn't necessarily have to be a child. But, we should be making a difference in someone's life.
I promise that you will have more happiness and enjoyment than you ever dreamed of if you will just give your life away to others.
Tip #3
Your priorities will determine your TRUE success in life...
Monday, June 11, 2007
Tip#2 "MASSIVE Motivation throughout the day"
During the day we will tend to lose motivation and become unproductive. When you notice yourself becoming unproductive I suggest the following:
1. Take a walk for at least 10-15 minutes outside if possible. If not, then take a walk inside. Look for things that inspire you(nature, etc.). If it is someone that inspires you then take a walk to their desk for a brief chat.
2. Belly Laugh(read, listen, or watch something funny).
3. If it's lunch time go to lunch with someone that you really enjoy spending time with instead of just anyone that will go with you. Attitudes are like a fragrance. If you are near it some will get on you.
4. Call a friend or family member that lifts you up and encourages you.
5. If it's toward the end of the day and you are losing steam I have found that laughing for a good 10-15 minutes works great.
6. If you are the encouraging type or even if you are not it's time to call, email, or talk to someone and say something that lifts them up.
7. Contact a good friend that you haven't talked to in a while.
"A rising tide raises all ships. If we rise, others will join us."
-Derek
1. Take a walk for at least 10-15 minutes outside if possible. If not, then take a walk inside. Look for things that inspire you(nature, etc.). If it is someone that inspires you then take a walk to their desk for a brief chat.
2. Belly Laugh(read, listen, or watch something funny).
3. If it's lunch time go to lunch with someone that you really enjoy spending time with instead of just anyone that will go with you. Attitudes are like a fragrance. If you are near it some will get on you.
4. Call a friend or family member that lifts you up and encourages you.
5. If it's toward the end of the day and you are losing steam I have found that laughing for a good 10-15 minutes works great.
6. If you are the encouraging type or even if you are not it's time to call, email, or talk to someone and say something that lifts them up.
7. Contact a good friend that you haven't talked to in a while.
"A rising tide raises all ships. If we rise, others will join us."
-Derek
Tuesday, May 29, 2007
Tip #1 Four L's for Living Well
Hello Blog Fans,
This is my first official blog. Soooooooooooo, hey there!!! I have been called many things such as "Mr. Energy", "Mr. Funny", and blah blah blah. I am a professional speaker.
Why am I here? I want to help. Anyone want to be inspired? I usually get paid $1000-$2000 per hour to speak to groups. But, I want to help you for FREE. How about that? :-)
Looking for motivation? I hope to help.
Tip #1 Four L's for Living Well
When you wake up every morning try to belly laugh as soon as possible.
I do the following to start my day...
I call it the FOUR L'S for starting your day right...
Laugh- Play a DVD clip, audio clip, etc.
Lift- Exercise for 10-15 minutes any way possible. Jump up and down if that's all ya can do.
Lift Up- Listen or watch something inspiring
Lord- Pray and read the bible (I am a Christian...So, those of you that do not agree with me...that's okay. I still encourage you to read the bible. It has incredible words of wisdom)
I usually get all of these done in less than an hour. BTW, it saves a lot of time to listen/watch things while you shower and while you drive.
Check out the website for more motivation, etc. www.personalityspecialists.com
Please comment on this so I know how to help.
Tip #1 Four L's for Living Well
-Derek
This is my first official blog. Soooooooooooo, hey there!!! I have been called many things such as "Mr. Energy", "Mr. Funny", and blah blah blah. I am a professional speaker.
Why am I here? I want to help. Anyone want to be inspired? I usually get paid $1000-$2000 per hour to speak to groups. But, I want to help you for FREE. How about that? :-)
Looking for motivation? I hope to help.
Tip #1 Four L's for Living Well
When you wake up every morning try to belly laugh as soon as possible.
I do the following to start my day...
I call it the FOUR L'S for starting your day right...
Laugh- Play a DVD clip, audio clip, etc.
Lift- Exercise for 10-15 minutes any way possible. Jump up and down if that's all ya can do.
Lift Up- Listen or watch something inspiring
Lord- Pray and read the bible (I am a Christian...So, those of you that do not agree with me...that's okay. I still encourage you to read the bible. It has incredible words of wisdom)
I usually get all of these done in less than an hour. BTW, it saves a lot of time to listen/watch things while you shower and while you drive.
Check out the website for more motivation, etc. www.personalityspecialists.com
Please comment on this so I know how to help.
Tip #1 Four L's for Living Well
-Derek
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