May 2007 Edition, Abundance, from Thistlesea Business Development

"ABUNDANCE"

Issue: 17

"Because your business should lead to Abundance."

May 2007 Issue of "Abundance".

Greetings!

In this issue of "Abundance", We ask "15 Important Questions To Consider To Evaluate YOUR Business Success." We discuss how "Knowing YOURSELF & Others Using the Extended DISC" allows business owners to better predict theirs and others behaviors. We also provide you with some DID YOU KNOW? - About ThistleSea Business Development.

I recommend you CLICK on the link under A GEM - Your Special Touch.

Thanks to all for your positive feedback and continued support of "Abundance" and ThistleSea Business Development.

John D. Laslavic, LPBC

IS NOW THE TIME TO ACCELERATE YOUR SUCCESS JOURNEY?

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No matter what the work of your business, given there is a market and your business model is provable, the opportunity to build a strong, profitable and growth business has never been greater. So what is holding you back?

When business owners and the adult US population are asked, "Which do you more fear, success or failure?" the honest and overwhelming response is SUCCESS.

Why is the response SUCCESS? Maybe it's the lack of awareness, maybe it's the fear of having to do things differently, maybe it's the fear of not knowing what to do, maybe it's our fear of the unknown, the fear of rejection if we succeed, or the fear that we don't deserve success. Most likely, it's one or a combination of these types of reasons.

So, when we know greater success can be ours, what causes us to wait when we realize there is real value in making the changes we need to make to succeed? Waiting can be equated to value of time. Consider this:

To realize the value of ONE MONTH, ask a mother who gave birth to a premature baby.
To realize the value of ONE WEEK, ask the editor of a weekly magazine.
To realize the value of ONE HOUR, ask the children who are waiting for their parents to rise before going downstairs on Christmas Morning.
To realize the value of ONE MINUTE, ask a person who missed the plane.
To realize the value of ONE SECOND, ask a person who just avoided an automobile accident.
To realize the value of ONE MILLISECOND, ask the driver who won a close 2^nd place in a NASCAR Race.

Acting and using your time wisely is critically important to achieving YOUR SUCCESS. Fortunately, business owners today have a tremendous opportunity to make a real difference in their own success and in the communities and markets they serve.

The demand for high quality goods and services, fair and honest dealings and promises kept has never been more desired by the all customers and markets. Public mistrust in government, business and institutions has never been higher. That means, the ability to differentiate yourself and your business and attract a high quality, repeat customers has never been greater. However, no one said it would be easy or wouldn't require a few adjustments. Success is usually never easy but it is always available to you.

So, do you operate with a zest for growth and success or do you constantly face excuses about goals and objectives not achieved? Do your employees or do you blame others for your lack of progress? Are you sometimes frustrated in your business dealings? Do you know where you can get objective advice and the tools you need to build the business you know you have the potential to build?

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If the questions listed above reverberate even a bit with you, and you're looking for a way to quickly evaluate your situation, honestly, (nobody's looking), then answer the following statements as either (T) True or (F) False:

I always know exactly where I am going - every day. (T) (F)
My employees and/or contractors always do the right things. (T) (F)
I have a very clear picture of the future and regularly share it with my employees / stakeholders. (T) (F)
I have an effective marketing budget, spend it wisely and measure my ROI. (T) (F)
I know exactly how much my business is worth and would get the top dollar value if I would sell it today. (T) (F)
My business can effectively run without me. (T) (F)
I have the data and information to know exactly where my business is positioned at all times to make adjustments for improvements. (T) (F)
I set realistic goals and usually achieve all of them. (T) (F)
My employees would say that I always give them what they need to get the job done. (T) (F)
My business is highly effective at converting qualified leads into paying customers. (T) (F)
I am happy with my personal performance. (T) (F)
I always offer a consistent experience to my customers. (T) (F)
I fully understand that my business is not a job. (T) (F)
I know how to effectively delegate. (T) (F)
I am a great motivator of my customers, employees and those whom I come into contact. (T) (F)

Evaluating your answers:

How many statements have you answered TRUE? If you honestly answered True to:

15-13; Congratulations - You are well above the average and should work on those few areas to improve the value of your business and your personal satisfaction.

12-10; Your doing some things right but should seriously consider improvement strategies starting with those areas that cause you the most frustration and inhibiting your business and personal growth.

10 or less; Your business and personal life are most likely suffering and it is highly recommended you consider a conversation with and consider the assistance of a Professional Licensed Business Coach.

Knowing YOURSELF & Others Using the Extended DISC^�?

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Have you ever wondered why certain employees behave in destructive ways when the pressure is on or why some employees are more successful in certain situations and positions than others?

Have you experienced teams that function magnificently and achieve extraordinary results while others fail miserably and can never get off the ground?

Extended DISC^� is the leader in understanding how people information can generate business value for YOU.

ThistleSea can provide you with the People Information You Need ... and help you to use it!

Among many other benefits are...

Better hiring decisions
Reduces staff turnover
Higher productivity
Better utilization of individual strengths
Enhanced communication
Better sales results
More efficient team work
More effective organization
Better management decisions
Better business plans
Better business results!!!

ThistleSea Business Development is a authorized distributor of the Extended DISC^�. We can tailor a program for your company to help you achieve these benefits.

Call NOW to learn more about the ThistleSea Business Development special discount offer during May 2007.

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Some Good Reasons to call ThistleSea Business Development?

If you are a business owner or know a business owner who:

Wants to reduce or eliminate the STRESS caused by the business.
Is growing quickly and needs an objective ear to talk to about the business.
Deals with difficult business issues or situations.
Desires to enjoy family, have more free time, better vacations, and build the best company.
Is losing sleep because of the pressures of the business.
Works hard to increase business volume and improve profits.