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cha·ris·ma n
1. the ability to inspire enthusiasm, interest, or affection in others by means of personal charm or influence
2. cha·ris·ma a gift or power believed to be divinely bestowed
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"It is not what you are that holds you back; it is what you think you are not."
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Out of left field...literally!
Stepping out of the comfort zone. It's what all entrepreneurs do. One of my business coaches says that if we learn to live outside of the comfort zone all the time, then we become comfortable with the discomfort, and our life expands in richness of all kinds. We'll, I hope that true, because I am preparing to head to Tucson, Arizona for a charity baseball game, and I am uncomfortable; I've been booked as a celebrity player... that label alone can make me slightly uneasy, but the real discomfort stems from the fact that I don't, and have never, played baseball. Say it with me, "Yikes." Are baseball uniforms cute on girls? I sure hope so... because, although I am athletic, I am not a ball player, and this will not be pretty.
It's for a great cause, though: Tu Nidito ( www.tunidito.org ) a Tucson area non-profit organization that provides support through emotional, educational, social and spiritual support to children and their families as they deal with serious illness or death. We'll be playing with the Tucson Toros, at Hi Corbett Field.
There are some great people with great hearts associated with this event. I guess my discomfort is no big deal when I look at the big picture of helping these kids.
So, my lesson to learn from this might be to accept that discomfort that my coach talked about, and focus on the big picture... on the riches. In business there might be the literal riches, or financial abundance, but the bigger driving force are the spiritual and emotional riches that stem from sharing your message with those who need it.
That's why I love what I do; I help my clients get their message out there and better the world. Corny maybe, but it's true. The discomfort often associated with appearing on camera is what I guide my clients through, so that the riches can flow ASAP when that message is delivered with excellence! How fun is that?
I've got to just have fun with this game... I am sure there will be video to be used as comic relief after the event! Have a fun weekend, and if you are in Tucson... come root us on!
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| "Sound bites?" Why do I need to know this?
by Sandra Robinson
You may already be familiar with the term, "sound bite:"
A sound bite is a phrase that can be pulled intact from an original broadcast and re-used in another venue. So what is the value of a good sound bite? Let's assume that a good sound bite is about 30 seconds long. We know that 30 seconds can still give you time to get your message across, or at least peak curiosity; think of the best "elevator speech" or mini commercial that you may use in a networking atmosphere. Learning to speak with attention to sound bites in an interview can provide many more opportunities to spread your words to other that the original audience. Sound bites can be used on your own website, on websites of others, in news broadcasts, in trailers for your upcoming event... you get the picture. It is understandable then, that an interview with an abundance of clean sound bites can be a wonderful source of promotion for yourself, or your business. Get your "moneys worth" out of your next interview by preparing with sound bites in mind!
Here's an idea. Think of...
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One of the most critical aspects of confidence on camera comes from the ability to remain clear-headed. I always ask that my clients pay attention to the effects of caffeine on their memory and energy level. Caffeine often has a very obvious effect when I am working with a client, and I see a distinct improvement when that same client omits coffee and energy drinks and eats well before a session. This is an indication of how what we eat affects our brain function.
Enter Dr Daniel G Amen; I have been following Dr. Amen for a few years now, and one of the easiest books to understand this link and the power of having a well- fueled brain is "Making a Good Brain Great". 15 days to a better brain. Being "on your game" when you have a media opportunity includes paying great attention to your best tool... your brain. This book will get you thinking! Clearly.
I found it on Amazon. $13.95 |
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 To Your Success!
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