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Well-Intentioned Messages: It’s For Your Own Good!

“You want to start your own business? That´s terribly risky.” “You want to go where? But that´s so far.” “You want a new what? Now, that´s not very practical.” “You want to leave a ‘good job’ for that idea? How will you take care of your family?” Any of this sound familiar? From whom do we most hear these intentionally helpful, yet personally discouraging entreaties? From whose mouths do the “yes, buts” and “you shouldn´ts” and “what ifs” tumble so readily? Those who should be most supportive of us … our loved ones! Our families. Our friends. Our colleagues. We…

Idea Discovery: Website – Think Geek

Make your IMPACT(c) … one idea at a time! Here's my Idea Discovery for today to help you do just that. Idea Discovery: Website – Think Geek Are you an inventor? Do you have an idea for a physical product that you want to market? Check out Think Geek's Idea Factory. I ran across this page while surfing and wanted to share it. After following the steps for my IMPACT(c) process, this is the next step you might want to take to get your product out to the masses. Here is the link to the page with instructions and guidelines….

But What If They Don’t Like It? Strategies for Persuading People to Agree With and Support Your Ideas

Gaining others’ acceptance of your ideas can be difficult, and even downright frustrating without the proper approach. Why do you think so many companies look to a marketing or advertising agency to promote their products and services? Planning an effective persuasive strategy can be daunting; yet, with a few tips on how to do it, there is little reason why you can’t soon be on your way to winning the support, getting the “thumbs-up”, or whatever it is you need to move your ideas forward in your organization or with those whose support you seek. Plot Your Persuasive Strategy In…

But What If They Don’t Like It? Strategies for Persuading People to Agree With and Support Your Ideas (Introduction)

What if they don’t like your idea? Learn techniques for developing a persuasive strategy for implementing your idea.

Radio News: Conversations Live With Vicki St. Claire

RADIO NEWS: Get that idea you've been mulling over in action now! I'm so excited! Going to be a featured guest on "Conversations Live, With Vicki St. Claire" on Seattle Washington's KKNWam 1150 (and livestream online) on Monday, Aug. 20, 2012. It's a 20-minute slot on radio – that's big! From 3:35pm-3:55pm Eastern Time. If you've ever had an idea and done little about making it a reality, listen in. We'll base the conversation on my book, "Hey, That's MY Idea! How to Speak Up and Get Recognized for What You Know and Think". Get your autographed copy at www.IdeaSuccessNetwork.com….