The internet is a massive landscape, and the turkeys have email access. You need to learn to chuckle when they squawk.
business building
THE secret to success. this is IT. for reals.
Tell the truth, tell it fast, deliver it with sincerity and care. Words are arrows.
building trust and other tactical bullshit that you probably don’t need
“Ain’t it kind of sad that you gotta talk to people about being themselves?”, he asked me.
super hero syndrome + the practical response to crazy ambition
STUPID CRAZY is the unrealistic, delusional, (and often inflated) thought that you can accomplish big, fast, amazing professional things while keeping the rest of your life in a state of perfect balance.
part 1: lifeblazing interview
I give a zip-zap run down of what I think is up in the industry right now. I also talk about generosity + entrepreneurship, and the power of telling your own story.
part 2: lifeblazing interview
Why we’ve become too politically corrected when it comes to giving our opinions and the intersection between sovereignty and collaboration.
part 3: lifeblazing interview
The paradigms of collaboration, the pain of being edited, and creating a culture of yes.
my dominatrix of decisions rides a hedgehog
No one can tell my story or share my acumen like I can. My experience is what I sell and the more I show up, the better.
the secret to self promotion: radiance and the facts, jack
Sometimes, at the start of your journey, all you may have in your inventory to “sell” is passion. And sometimes, that’s enough to open doors. If you’re loving what you do and believing that it’s going to make a positive difference in people’s lives–whether it’s your wedding photography, your coaching methodology, or your zero point energy invention, then, you my friend, are ahead of the game…
kissing ass, quantum leaps, and the power of being unqualified
Kiss some more ass. Offer to work unpaid for two weeks. Give your ideas away for free–chances are you’ll be asked to execute those ideas.
seeking stories of unqualified successes
Are you, or do you know of anyone who is “technically” unqualified but have managed to rock their career based sheer talent and moxy?
lady gaga and your dreams come true
What does Lady Gaga have to do with your life intention? She’s the poster chicka for swift success.
the psychedelics of strategic planning
While you’re still tripping, imagine hanging with the Super Heroes of your industry. Assume that you are their contemporary.
burning questions with the queen of uncluttering, erin doland
My husband calls me his “little GPS.” While other people’s brains are filled with valuable scientific proofs and theories of the universe, my noggin is stuffed with street names.
my 3 answers to those 3 simple success questions
I “get to people” by being as real as I can possibly be. Authenticity is magnetic, after all. I claim my place as a teacher. I maintain my role as a student.
3 simple questions to simplify success
Whether you’re a hairstylist or a blogger, a lawyer or a widget seller, it’s the simplest questions that will illuminate the way.
burning questions with adam baker, debt ass-kicker + frugalmeister
I asked him, “What is your purpose for money?” His answer: I want to have enough of it to not need anymore of it. I want it to be able to empower my other dreams, not restrict them. And I don’t want to wait 40 years. – Amen, brother.
How to make the most of being toast: embracing burnout
I’m devoted to tending the fire of knowledge, to blazing my own trail. Burn out is a natural part of shining. Naturally. I welcome it now.
How to kiss up to your muse
When you feel an idea comin’ on, excuse yourself. Pull over to the side of the road. Get lost in the creative flow. Be late. Barge in.
We know you’re busy. Now shut up about it.
Even as a well-intended social pleasantry, “Sorry, I’ve been busy,” has a little victim ring to it. Whatever is on your plate got there because you said yes to it–in the fullness of ambition and desire and wanting to eat life whole…
3 keys to un-branding… and why I changed my twitter name
Remember that a little theatre goes a long way, but you still need to show up on stage as the real you. And when you do, applause will follow.
burning questions with nonconformist chris guillebeau
I asked: What do you know to be true, unquestionably beyond doubt, certain with every cell of your being, completely, passionately, righteously certain? His answer: Where much is given, much is required. I’ve been given a lot.
my most highly recommended posse of professionals
Everyone on this list should be highly paid and world famous. And in case you’re wondering, I don’t get kick backs or referral fees for loving them so much.
follow up to the copyright bullshit experience
Go direct. Admit to your faux pas poo poo and lay on the goodness. The entire letter was clear and thoughtful, they sent me a copy of…
11 slightly scary ways to become a better you
Work with people who are smarter or more accomplished than you. In the last month or so I’ve advised a mega-website/magazine that has the #1 community forum on the world wide web, a super savvy duo who are #1 in their industry and have one of the finest business plans I’ve seen; and a kick-ass forum of some of the most savvy marketers, motivators, and communicators in action…
copyright, bullshit, and good manners
You GO WHERE THE LOVE IS. You pay very close attention to the people, customers, commenters, and buyers who are paying very close attention to you.
4 questions to shine light on your vocation
Everybody is amazing at something — whether it’s being a loyal friend, crunching numbers, motivating people or throwing great parties. {And your genius is a cousin to your joy.}
hot advice for anyone with a website, blog, business, career or j-o-b. yep, I’m talkin’ to you
If you have music that automatically starts playing when people log on to your site: turn it off. It’s annoying. People are working in shared spaces, have their own music playing on i-Pods and radios, and don’t need the interruption.
real money: cash, facts, and entrepreneuring
$85,000 = my salary for the third year in business at my last company. $0 = what I left with from my last company. $7,000 = annual cost of full time daycare for my four year old. $170 = hourly rate for my accountant. $3,000 = my standard speaking fee.
5 rules for life
You feel, therefore you are. Your desired feelings should be the basis of your goals and strategic planning. Every dream is based on a desired feeling; focus on your inner state first and your outer reality has a better chance of lining up with your ideals.
