Archives | December, 2009

Those Early Morning Runners… Who Are They? What Are They Up To?

By Michael Masterson | Tue, Dec 15, 2009

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As I pulled out of my driveway onto Ocean Boulevard at 6:00 a.m. this morning, the street was dark and deserted — except for one lone runner huffing and puffing his way along the beach side of the road. I wondered what he did for a living. I was sure he was [...]

Clayton and “the Coroner”

By Clayton Makepeace | Tue, Dec 15, 2009

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As The Redhead and I were chatting with some new friends between sessions at the Early to Rise Bootcamp, a big guy approached our little group.

Today’s Words That Work: Chutzpah

By Early To Rise | Mon, Dec 14, 2009

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Chutzpah (HOOT-spuh) — a Yiddish word — means audacity or nerve.

Teach Your Employees to Mentor One Another

By Michael Masterson | Mon, Dec 14, 2009

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If you spend a lot of time training your employees, you may be making a big mistake. Your primary job is to build your business. That includes teaching people what you know. But if you devote too much time to it, your business will suffer.

Is Your Fear of Failure Keeping You From Being as Rich as You Could Be?

By Michael Masterson | Mon, Dec 14, 2009

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Most people refuse to set goals. I don’t know why. Maybe it seems daunting. Or threatening. Or just silly. But it works.

How to Avoid Becoming a Fat Thin Person

By Michael Masterson | Mon, Dec 14, 2009

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Whether you want to lose weight or just tone up, your objective should be the same… to lose fat without sacrificing muscle. Otherwise, you’ll end up as a fat thin person.

How to Make Tough Decisions Easy

By Michael Masterson | Mon, Dec 14, 2009

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Several years ago, a professor of philosophy introduced me to an idea I have used to clarify my thinking and make the right business decisions time and again. You may find it as useful as I do.

Nietzsche, the Business Consultant… the Lazy Man’s Way to Internet Riches… the Joke’s on Me… and Much, Much More

By Michael Masterson | Mon, Dec 14, 2009

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In today’s issue, I tell you why Nietzsche is one of my go-to sources for business advice. Then I explain why thin people can still be fat. I also show you how to exercise your “risk muscles.” And how to “outsource” your mentoring. Later in the week…

Convert 95% of Your Disgruntled Customers Into Satisfied Buyers

By Michael Masterson | Fri, Dec 11, 2009

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If you’re not convinced that customer service is an important part of your company’s bottom line, consider these statistics from the Office of Consumer Affairs:

Are You Breathing Properly?

By Michael Masterson | Fri, Dec 11, 2009

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Breathing is automatic and essential. Yet, most of us do not do it properly. This can be caused by, among other things, poor posture, stress, or a lack of exercise. Breathing incorrectly depletes your oxygen levels, taxes your immune system, decreases your energy, and allows toxins to accumulate in your body.

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