Tag Archives: Motivation

What’s In a Name?

Posted on November 15, 2013 by motivationdoc

Did anyone ever get your name wrong? How did you feel? It may or not have bothered you; however it will bother many other people. A person’s name is very important to them; get it wrong at your peril. I … Continue reading →

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How to See It the Way They See It

Posted on November 13, 2013 by motivationdoc

In any interaction between people, there will always be: The way they see it – The way you see it – The way it is. Take the example of Dave who usually arrives about 10-15 minutes late for a meeting. … Continue reading →

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How To Build Your Likeability Factor

Posted on November 11, 2013 by motivationdoc

Okay, so I know you’re a very nice person and every one likes you, but bear with me on this. Why do you think Barack Obama won the US Presidential Election? Perhaps it was because of his policies for change, … Continue reading →

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Don’t Let Pet Peeves Decide Your Behaviour

Posted on November 8, 2013 by motivationdoc

When I’m running a Managing Difficult People seminar, I ask the participants to make a list of pet peeves that they have about other people. Some of the participants are reluctant to admit their pet peeves. They believe they shouldn’t … Continue reading →

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Warning: Don’t Get Hooked

Posted on November 6, 2013 by motivationdoc

Have you ever been fishing? I’m not a fan myself but I’m sure that you understand the basic principle. You attach a piece of bait to a hook and dangle in the water. What then happens is that some unsuspecting … Continue reading →

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How to Do What You Need to Do to Get Where You Want to Go

Posted on November 4, 2013 by motivationdoc

If you’re like me, you probably have a “to-do” list of some kind or another; and if not, why not? It might be part of a sophisticated online planning system, or written in a diary or notebook, or even scribbled … Continue reading →

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Time and Alan Wait for No One

Posted on November 1, 2013 by motivationdoc

Are you a – ‘I’ll be there at 8am’ or a ‘I’ll be there around 8am,’ type of person? Okay, so I’ve always had a thing about time. If you want me to meet you at 8am, I’ll be there … Continue reading →

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Treat People the Way You Expect to Be Treated is Twaddle

Posted on October 30, 2013 by motivationdoc

Have you heard people saying – ‘I treat people the way I expect to be treated.’ I hear this all the time, and its baloney! If you want to have good rapport with other people, be they customers, colleagues, family … Continue reading →

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It’s All In the Packaging

Posted on October 23, 2013 by motivationdoc

The multi-million pound cosmetics industry is acutely aware of the value of packaging. You’ll know this if you’ve ever bought anything from those glamorous ladies whose counters are always just inside the front door of Department stores. However, from time … Continue reading →

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Who Motivates Motivation Doc?

Posted on October 18, 2013 by motivationdoc

I’m often asked; how do I stay motivated or who motivates me? And the answer is – ‘No one!’ Well, that’s not exactly true. I do have some great friends who, although not always intentionally, motivate me to do more … Continue reading →

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