Until moments ago, I was unaware of the term, "to throw a wobbly."

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With all that's going on, it certainly seems like the end times are here. Experts on stress remind us during times like these to:

• Focus on what you can control - and do that
• Get support
• Accept your feelings - but don't let them overwhelm you
• Realize it's going to pass

All that is fine and dandy; but how are we doing while we're waiting for it to pass?  

The International Inspiration Index started in late April, 2009 to monitor our collective attitude and see what concerns us, as well as where we appear to be doing well. For this issue, I have analyzed the results and they are indeed surprising (at least to me.) 

Let's take a look at where we've been and where we think we're going, shall we?

Two Years of How We Rate Our Attitude

I have several engagements lined up for 2011. Once I'm "on the road," I like to maximize my time while traveling - so if you (or anyone you know) is in need of a lively presenter, I would be very interested in hearing from you.  (Although I am looking for paid engagements, I do a limited number of pro-bono presentations per year for qualifying organizations.)

What Do I Speak About?

My presentations are described as "a cross between attitude 101, group therapy, and a southern revival." They are extremely interactive, playful, motivational, and with a great deal of content that helps those in attendance:

• Improve Communication
• Reduce Conflict
• Lower Stress
• Increase Productivity
• Have Fun

If you would like to see a short video that outlines my style, you can click on the image below & it will take you to a 10 minute video. If you would like to see and read about my most-delivered topics, you can follow this link or click in the Quick Links section in the sidebar.

If you're interested in contacting me about a presentation for your organization for these dates and locations - or any others - click here.

(Please note, I have been known to do a presentation in exchange for great quality chocolate or enough french fries - but I'll vehemently deny it if asked.)

The Four Steps to Improved Communication A Humorous Approach

It's important to be thankful, so at the end of my newsletter, I always try and express it publicly.  With that in mind, just some of the people to whom I am grateful include: Rich, Margie, & Jess; my local Mastermind Alliance; Humboldt Speakers; my close friends Jeff Smoller and Phil Storre; Humboldt Internet Marketing Group for all the great ideas; the Northcoast Small Business Development Center, Weight Watchers International; Jenn, Taylor, and Paul, who will soon be writing for and with me; the folks in Manteca for such a warm reception; the Manteca Bulletin for adding my column to its Sunday line-up; and all my local clients, who continue to hire me; the folks who have signed up to be coached and supported by me on ThisTimeIMeanit.com; the editors of the newspapers that run my column and the websites that post it - as well as the people who read it; and of course to my family - especially my loving wife Mary Ann.

I am also very grateful to YOU dear reader, for allowing me into into your life.

 

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