Tag Archives: Thinking

For More Success – Forget about Goals!

Posted on November 28, 2013 by motivationdoc

Many motivational speakers and self-help books will tell you that you must have goals. I’ve even advocated goal setting myself in the past. You write down your goals and detail them for family life, friends, finances, career, recreation, health, learning, education … 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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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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