Notes from Think and Grow Rich

Here are some direct quotes from Napoleon Hill's book, "Think and Grow Rich". You can find it here: Amazon

The Role of Desire

To create wealth from desire, follow this six-step plan:
1. Take mental snapshot of the amount of money you seek. Name a number.
2. Name your price. What are you willing to do for the money?
3. Create a deadline. Fix a date by which you will achieve your goals.
4. Start a task sheet with definite strategy. Start now.
5. Write a brief mission statement.
6. Make a declaration: Twice a day, read your mission statement aloud.

Organized Planning

1. Surround yourself with "master mind" allies. Cultivate a support team. Employ your talents and resources to help them and invite them to assist you.
2. Fine-tune your plan with regular support group meetings.
3. Establish harmony with each member of the group.

Overcoming Procrastination

Procrastination, a top cause of failure, is your enemy. Successful leaders make quick, meaningful decisions. Being decisive gives you "mastery of procrastination." Consider the advice and insight of your support group. Avoid anyone who undercuts your drive. Dodge the trap of public opinion by revealing your plans only to your small circle of advisers. When you indiscriminately broadcast your strategies, ideas and goals, you lessen your chances of success. Keep quiet; keep the faith.

The Subconscious Mind

Cultivate faith, desire, sex, love, energy, hope, and romance. Avoid jealousy, fear, greed, revenge, anger and hatred.

The Sixth Sense

Don't be hampered by the "six basic fears," fear of being poor, fear of reproach, fear of becoming sick, fear of being unloved, fear of getting old and fear of dying. Avoid fretting, dwelling on "destructive" thoughts or being swayed by negativity. The power of your thoughts gives you mastery and can give you money, as well.

Save money on your cable bill

Whoa! It has been almost a year since my last blog entry! Here is a fresh tip. I recently decided I wanted to reduce my cable bill. So there are two choices: switch or negotiate a lower rate with current provider. I personally like my AT&T Uverse service. My bill for my package including premium channels was $150 a month. Do not call the regular customer service line. You need to call the customer retention phone number for who ever your cable provider is and use the following line:

"Hi (insert rep name here), I received a special offer from (insert competitor name here) and I am thinking about switching services. I enjoy my service, but want to make sure I am getting the best deal. Is there any special offers or rate you can apply to my account?"

I used this line and the rep said he would check and be right back. Sure enough, the rep comes back on the line and without a fuss or hassle said he could give me the same package I currently have, but lower my monthly bill after taxes to $100 for 12 months! That is a savings of $600 over the next 12 months for a 5 minute phone call!

Stop Chasing Jobs, Start Chasing Companies and Contacts

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Interviewing for jobs? Here is how to nail your second interview

Typically, you have to interview multiple times in the interview process. This article posted by LifeHacker helps you have a great second interview which can be crucial in getting the offer.

Check it out here

Social Media Plays a Major Role in the Hiring Process

A recent Careerbuilder/Harris Interactive study found that 34% of companies have rejected a job candidate because of the person's social-media activity. Makes you rethink posting that picture of you with the a keg at your college fraternity party.

The top four reasons those candidates weren't hired are as follows:

1) They posted inappropriate photos or information.
2) There was evidence of drinking or drug use.
3) They had poor communication skills.
4) They badmouthed a previous employer.

Be careful out there! For more tips on your online image, check out my article that was printed in Change Magazine: http://www.changemagazine.net/business/strategies-for-success/1600-establishing-your-popi.html

The Biggest Hiring Mistake You Can Make

Have you ever received a job application and never responded? Jeff Haden at Inc.com says that is a big mistake for the following reasons:

1) It's disrespectful to potential employees.
2) It's terrible PR.

Read more here including what you should do in the future: http://www.inc.com/jeff-haden/the-biggest-hiring-mistake-you-will-ever-make.html

Relaxed Customers Spend More

A recent article in INC Magazine was about a study done on customer's spending habits when they are relaxed versus neutral. The study showed that people were willing to pay an average of 11% more on products when relaxed.

Read the full article here: http://www.inc.com/magazine/201111/why-it-pays-to-help-holiday-shoppers-relax.html