The Books You Read...

"You are the same today as you’ll be in five years except for two things: the people you meet and the books you read." -- Charlie "Tremendous" Jones

"Some books leave us free and some books make us free." -- Ralph Waldo Emerson

"In the case of good books, the point is not how many of them you can get through, but rather how many can get through to you." -- Mortimer Adler

"A book lying idle on a shelf is wasted ammunition. Like money, books must be kept in constant circulation. Lend and borrow to the maximum -- of both books and money! But especially books, for books represent infinitely more than money. A book is not only a friend, it makes friends for you. When you have possessed a book with mind and spirit, you are enriched. But when you pass it on you are enriched threefold." -- Henry Miller

It has been said that a person who does not read is no better than a person that can not read. Books have the power to enrich your mind, enhance your life, expand your thinking, and simply entertain. I much prefer reading a book to watching television; there are no commercials, I control the pace, and I get to create my own pictures to match the words. In the past I read mostly fiction, but over the last few years I have been reading about 90% non-fiction.

I always keep books close. I continually build my personal library so there will always be a book waiting for me. I buy audio books so I can learn while I drive. I typically have 2 books in progress at a time; one fiction and one non-fiction to provide balance.

Earlier this year, SUCCESS Magazine published a list of what they considered the top 25 success books of all time (http://tinyurl.com/5calvx). I made it a personal goal to read or listen to full versions of each of these books by the end of the year (I have 2 left!). Now, as I near completion of the top 25, here is a list of books that I will be reading in 2009 (no particular order):

• "Success Built to Last" -- Jerry Porras, Stewart Emery, Mark Thompson
• "Having It All" -- John Assaraf
• "The Success Principles" -- Jack Canfield
• "How To Read A Book" -- Mortimer Adler
• "The Millionaire Mind" -- Thomas Stanley
• "How To Stop Worrying & Start Living" -- Dale Carnegie
• "Uncommon Friends" -- James Newton
• "The Essential Laws of Fearless Living" -- Guy Finley
• "Feel The Fear And Do It Anyway" -- Susan Jeffers
• "Vagabonding" -- Rolf Potts
• "The Ultimate Gift" -- Jim Stovall
• "Og Mandino's University Of Success" -- Og Mandino
• "Lincoln On Leadership" -- Donald T. Phillips
• "The Last Lecture" -- Randy Pausch
• "Man's Search For Meaning" -- Viktor Frankl

I will balance that list with fiction by James Patterson, John Grisham, Stephen King, Michael Crichton, Dean Koontz, and others. Also non-fiction books by Bill Bryson, Jon Katz, John Muir, Richard Bangs, and others about the environment, dogs, and adventure.

I am always looking for new books to add to my list and to my library. What books do you plan to read in the new year? What books have you read that have impacted your life? Please leave a comment with your suggestions and thoughts.

Make a resolution in 2009 to watch less television and read more books!!!

Scott

If you're not getting better, you're getting worse!Continuous learning and self-improvement are the keys to a long and prosperous life. Find out more at iLearningGlobal

What Is Success?

Do you want to achieve more success in your life? You probably answered yes to that question. But, do you know what the definition of success is? Have you ever looked it up in the dictionary?

Most people will admit that they have never looked up the definition of success, yet they feel they know what it means and they know they want it. They have grand visions of what SUCCESS is!

Success has many definitions in the dictionary, some of which are:

• the favorable or prosperous termination of attempts or endeavors; accomplishment of a desired end
• the attainment of wealth, position, honors, or the like
• a successful performance or achievement
• a person or thing that is successful; a person with a record of successes
• the achievement of something desired, planned, or attempted
• the gaining of fame or prosperity; the extent of such gain
• an event that accomplishes its intended purpose

Based on the definition, success is not limited by size or scope. If you intend to get out of bed in the morning, and you in fact get out of bed, you are a success. It focuses on the completion of a goal or activity rather than the worthiness. Certainly just completing an intended task is not what most people think of when they say they want to be successful!

Many people only view success in terms of money and fame. Although included in the definitions, it's a very limited view when you look at the other definitions. Obviously success is very subjective. The definitions leave room for much interpretation; what would be considered a success to one person may be a complete failure to another. Wealth to one person may be $1000 cash, which may be considered pocket money to someone else. Prosperity to one may mean having a new luxury car and a large house, while to another it may mean having a happy family. You can have the same polarity with fame, position, honors, etc.

So what's the point?

The point is that success is very personal. It doesn't matter how the dictionary defines success; all that matters is how we define success for ourselves. If you want to be a success, you must clearly define what that means to you. What is the desired end you wish to accomplish that would mean you are successful?

Once you are clear on what success means to you, focus on achieving your success! Don't worry about what others think or how they define success. Your definition is the definition that matters; it's the one that makes all the difference.

Never stop dreaming and never stop believing in yourself. Define SUCCESS in your life and create a plan to achieve it.

Scott

If you're not getting better, you're getting worse!
Continuous learning and self-improvement are the keys
to a long and prosperous life. Find out more at iLearningGlobal

All Work And No Play...Is No Good At All!!

The older you get the faster life seems to fly by. It is already December and the year is a blur. Too often, we get bogged down with work, chores, and the daily grind and forget to take time out to truly enjoy and appreciate life. Weekends don't seem like enough time. Vacations are too few and far between. Fun is a distant memory.



To avoid burnout, it is important to take frequent breaks to re-connect with the activities that bring you joy, that energize you, and make life FUN!! Take a moment to think of the hobbies and activities that you participated in when you were younger. Are you still involved? If not, why? Think of the bumper stickers that say "I'd rather be..." and fill in the blank with your own desire. Make a goal to have more fun and plan it into every week. Instead of "I used to...", make sure you can say "I do..." and "I will..." and "I can...".



Be selfish about taking time for yourself. If you regularly plan time to actively pursue the things that you love (or once loved) to do, you will be re-energizing yourself and no longer regretting the time that slips away. You will in turn be more giving and present in the time that you spend with others.


Be generous with the time you spend with others. Make sure you are "present" and "in the moment" when sharing your time. Appreciate and enjoy the activities you engage in. Talk about your passions and your dreams for the future; avoid work, politics, and news of the world (there's a time and place for that).

You are never too old or too young to enjoy life. Don't sit on the sidelines; participate in making your life an adventure.

Build a life of memories, not regrets!

Scott


If you're not getting better, you're getting worse!
Continuous learning and self-improvement are the keys
to a long and prosperous life. Find out more at iLearningGlobal

Be Thankful For What You Have, Not What You Want

Thanksgiving is a great time to reflect on the year so far and appreciate all that you have, all that you have accomplished, and everyone you have shared your life with. Don't get so caught up in life that you forget to enjoy the journey.


Instead of focusing on what you don't have and what may be lacking in your life, look around and take stock of what you already have. Think about what you have accomplished, where you have been, where you are now, who you have helped, and who has helped you. Make a list of everything and everyone in your life you are thankful for and carry it with you.


If you want more in and out of life, you must first appreciate what you have. It is an attitude of gratitude that will help you find balance. Carry this feeling with you throughout the year. Think of 3 things you are grateful for every day before you get out of bed.

Remember there is no time like the present to show appreciation. When someone does something that pleases or helps you, let them know immediately. Make it a habit and practice it often.


Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful and a time of giving. Be a thankful giver and you will have even more to be thankful for next year!

Scott
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If you're not getting better, you're getting worse!
Continuous learning and self-improvement are the keys
to a long and prosperous life. Find out more at iLearningGlobal

Simple Formula For Transformation

I was recently listening to a presentation by Bill Phillips (of "Body For Life" fame) about transformation. Bill's niche is in health and fitness, but his message applies to all aspects of life and business. He presents a simple formula for transforming your life. Notice that this is a "simple" formula, not an "easy" one! Following the formula requires discipline and the ability to acknowledge that there is something that needs to be improved (transformed).

The "Simple" Formula is to answer the following questions in order:

1. Where am I now?
2. Where do I want to be?
3. Why?
4. When do I want to be there? (and when will I start?)
5. How will I get there?

Simple, but not easy!

Where am I now? This question requires an honest assessment of whatever it is you want to change/improve/transform. Write down or otherwise document the current state. It can be a picture, a process map, an outline, or anything else that provides a clear statement of the starting point.

Where do I want to be? Once you know where you are, you need to define where you want to be. What is the outcome you desire? As Stephen Covey says, "Begin with the end in mind." You need to be clear out this. As with the present state, the future state must be clearly documented and very specific. The more specific, the greater your chances of attaining the future desired state. Think of it as if it is already true and then describe what that looks like or find a picture that clearly represents the desired outcome.

Why? This question is extremely important. You must have a compelling reason for making a transformation. This is the driving force, the motivation factor, and ultimately what will keep you going when you encounter obstacles. Look at the end state you documented and think about all the benefits that will come from arriving there. Brainstorm the tangible and intangible benefits and then develop your "why" from that list. It should create a burning desire within you to achieve the goal.

When? You must answer two questions here. When will you begin and when will you finish. There is no time like the present and ideally you should begin immediately (once you've answered the 3 questions above); but, there may be valid reasons why you can't start right now. That's OK. But, write down exactly when you plan to start the transformation process and commit to beginning on that date. Then, set a deadline. The deadline should be realistic but it should also stretch you. Compressing the timeline will require greater discipline and effort, but will result in greater success. Speed is your friend. The faster you are able to achieve your goal the sooner you will be able to enjoy the fruits of your labor; and the less likely you will be derailed by distractions or other obstacles that could cause you to fail.

How? Finally, it's time to take action! Once you have clearly answered the where, why, and when questions and written them down, it's time to create your plan for making it happen. Determining how to accomplish something can be a big stumbling block for many people. However, you can simplify the process by starting general and adding the specifics as you go along. Don't worry about having everything planned out on day one. The important thing is to get started towards your goal and then build on the momentum as you achieve incremental successes. Your plan (the "how") is a living document that will grow with you and become more clear after each step you take. Answering the other questions before answering how will make the process much easier. You can also think of this process as "ready, fire, aim"...which means GET STARTED and then figure it out as you go. The important thing is to take measurable action towards your desired end state every day and make corrections to your plan as needed.

I deliberately did not provide specific examples to demonstrate this process because I don't want to limit thinking and creativity. If you review each of the steps, you will see that they can apply to any goal you wish to undertake.

Use this simple, yet powerful, formula to design your future and dramatically improve your life.

Keep a positive attitude and believe that you can achieve!

Scott Thomas

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And Then I Saw Something Shiny...

All cylinders were firing, I was motivated, I knew what needed to be done, I was working effectively and efficiently...and then...I saw something shiny!!!

Does that sound familiar...diligently working away, making great progress, and then getting distracted? It happens to everyone and it brings productivity to a grinding halt. It doesn't matter what the actual distraction is, the impact is still the same. Once distracted it can take several minutes just to get back to where you were; if you are able to get back at all.

While it is nearly impossible to eliminate all distractions (or shiny objects!), you can greatly reduce them by taking a few disciplined actions:

• Plan your day either the evening before or first thing in the morning.


• Don't over plan! Be sure your plan is realistic and leave room for the unexpected.


• Plan to work on your most difficult task or project when you are typically most alert (whatever time of day that happens to be for you).


• Do Not multi-task...focus all your attention on one thing at a time. You are more effective and your mind will be less prone to wandering.


• Turn off the phone(s). If you are working on a computer, turn off any popups and instant messages.


• Give yourself a specific amount of time to work on a task, then set a timer/alarm.


• Take a break. Don't go more than 2 hours without taking a short break to keep your mind alert. Stretch. Take a walk. Go outside.


• Clean up your workspace so that the only thing that is in front of you is what you are working on (this includes closing extra programs/windows on your computer). You need to remove any of those shiny things that are trying to capture your attention!


• Listen to classical music in the background. For some reason the brain really likes classical music.


• Limiting people distractions could be the most difficult depending on your situation. If you have an office, close the door. If you work in an open area, use headphones or ear plugs to block out background noise.

To be successful, taking action is not enough...you must take FOCUSED ACTION! Eliminating potential distractions before you start will allow you to focus, be more effective, and get more done.

Finally, when the work is over don't forget to leave time to play!!

Scott
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Continuous Learning and Continous Earning...A Winning Combination!!

If you are committed to personal development and continuous learning you will understand the value of iLearningGlobal. iLearningGlobal is a new online learning site utilizing an amazing new video technology (in Hi Def full screen) with content from some of the tops speakers, trainers, and authors worldwide.

iLearningGlobal provides direct 24/7 access to the most valuable training and learning content available today. It provides training videos, audio programs, and ebooks so you have multiple ways to learn. Fresh new content is added to the site weekly so the information is always fresh and you never run out of resources for continuous learning.

In addition to the learning content, iLearningGlobal allows you to earn a residual income by promoting the site and providing the opportunity for others to join and become a member of this worldwide learning community. The company goal is to create one million new millionaires by the year 2020.

The Chief Learning Officer is Brian Tracy and the faculty already consists of Mark Victor Hansen, Tony Alessandra, Don Hutson, Jay Abraham, Patricia Fripp, Bob Proctor, Debbie Allen, John Gray, and many more.

The official global launch of iLearningGlobal will be in March 2009. iLearningGlobal is a community that is NOT influenced by advertising and sponsorships like search engines and most websites. The advertising is solely based on “word of mouth” and “direct referral” by iLG Independent Marketers. This means now is the perfect time to join and have access to hundreds of hours of quality learning and the potential to make ongoing residual income.

Go to http://www.ilearningglobal.biz/AchieversLife for more information and to watch the introduction video. Start on your path to continuous learning today and build a network of other success minded people to ensure continuous earning in the future for all of you!

Wishing you great success and continuous achievement,

Scott
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Thought Starters For Goal Setting

The end of the year is approaching rapidly and it's time to start thinking about setting goals for 2009. Planning for the year ahead and identifying your goals can be a daunting task. You probably know you should set SMART goals -- Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Realistic, and Time based. But how do you get started? If you are setting business goals, ask yourself the following questions to gain clarity:

• Who are my customers?
• What value do I provide for my customers?
• How do I (can I) measure that value?
• Am I providing the right services/products to the right people?
• How can I improve my product/service?
• Am I providing self-service where I should be providing full-service?
• Am I providing full-service where I should be providing self-service?
• What should I be doing a little more of?
• What should I be doing a little less of?
• What can I do that will have the greatest positive impact?

These questions are meant to invoke thought and generate ideas. They may generate additional questions. Use them to guide a brainstorming session with a free flow of ideas. Then clarify those ideas and formulate your SMART goals.

While these questions are geared towards business goals, they can be modified slightly to help you develop personal goals.

I believe you will achieve more and go farther if you look at goal setting as a creative process instead of a logical process. Look at it as an opportunity to break out of what you have always done and focus on doing the right things (being effective, not just efficient).

Scott
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Stephen Pierce's Goal Get 'Em Report

"Good is the enemy of Great and Great is the enemy of what's possible" -- Stephen Pierce

Stephen Pierce has released a report on with 7 steps on how to ACHIEVE your goals, not just set them. The 7 steps are:

1. Find an accountability partner
2. Find out if you are stuck
3. Create a weekly/monthly pulse for your company
4. Create an issues list
5. Get clear about your objectives and focus your resources
6. Be consistent in your actions and recommit every day
7. Celebrate your progress

You can get a copy of the report at http://www.achieverslife.com/StephenPiercesGoalGetEmReport.pdf

Take some time to read this 14 page report and become a Goal Achiever today!

Scott

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Learning from the experience of others...

Stephen Pierce recently spent a week touring the U.S. and interviewing several successful Internet Marketers along the way. He is now releasing the videos of those interviews on his blog at dtalpha.com/talkback.

In the latest release he spoke with Anik Singal (who recently launched the very successful PPC Classroom 2.0). The interview is really fantastic. Anik is genuine, passionate, and displays great integrity. His story is inspiring and he speaks from the heart.

There were so many great lessons presented; both in leadership and success. The points that I immediately picked up on are:

• Money or time - the choice is yours. You have the resources you need to start your own online business (everyone has 168 hours per week).
• We all have the opportunity to thrive independent of the general economy; believe in yourself and your abilities.
• Be persistent; never, never give up! As Anik put it, "Stoppin' is not an option!"
• Be accountable and take responsibility.
• Focus on solutions, not blame.
• Learn from your mistakes and don't repeat them.
• Have faith in people and show appreciation.
• Invest in yourself; get educated. Jim Rohn says, "Formal education will make you a living; but, self education will make you a fortune!"
• It's OK to "freak out" if things go wrong, but not for long! Allow yourself a specific amount of time, whether it's 5 seconds or 5 minutes, and then start moving towards the solution.

Take some time to watch the interview. It will be time well spent and much better than anything currently on TV!

Scott
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Patient, Consistent, Persistent

If you want to succeed in any large endeavor, you must be patient, consistent, and persistent. Being patient helps you maintain your focus and stick to your plan (you have a plan, right?). If you don't have a plan, take the time to develop one. Consistency means following the plan and taking action every day. Finally, persistence means staying with it until the end. The following steps can help lead you down your own path to success:

• Have a plan or goal...be sure to write it down
• Create a clear vision of the end state -- what you expect to achieve
• Stick to the plan and/or follow a proven system (McDonald's didn't become a global success by allowing each franchise owner to do their own thing...they have a system)
• Don't give up...never, never, never give up
• Learn what works and what doesn't; then do more of what works
• Focus on doing things right, not fast
• Get started!!!
• Do something every day to move you closer to your goal
• Celebrate little victories
• Help others first (Zig Ziglar says you can get everything in life you want if you help enough people get what they want)
• Believe in yourself

If you don't see results immediately, don't give up. Stick with your plan and keep a positive attitude. Review your plan and tweak it as needed. Learn from any mistakes and apply those lessons. Don't just do something once and expect Earth shattering results. You must be consistent and keep moving forward with purpose and a clear sense of purpose. Make a promise to yourself that you will never give up and you will see your plan through to the end. You never know when your big breakthrough is about to happen.

Be patient, consistent, persistent, and have absolute integrity in everything you do. Keep your focus and see obstacles as challenges. If your desire is strong enough, nothing can stop you from reaching your goal. If you have a setback, remind yourself WHY you are doing what you do and keep pushing forward. If failure is not an option, there is nothing left but success. Failure only exists when you don't learn from your past experience.

Scott Thomas

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Make Today Wonderful!

I am currently reading Brian Tracy's "Maximum Achievement," and I highly recommend the book to anyone interested in improving their life. Brian relates a story about a man who decided to wake up every morning and tell himself something wonderful was going to happen to him that day.

This struck a chord with me...mostly because of how simple it is compared to verbalizing a list of 100 affirmations in front of the mirror every morning! I decided to try it for myself. What an amazing little tool for starting the day off right. When I wake in the morning, before I even get out of bed, I think to myself..."something wonderful is going to happen to me today"...and I smile. I found that this simple process makes me happy and excited to begin the day. I now spend my day wondering what wonderful thing will happen to me next.

The bonus is that if you expect something wonderful to happen, then you are more tuned in to what is happening around you. And...something wonderful will happen! It may be something small like finding a quarter on the sidewalk or something big like getting upgraded seats at the baseball game (I started with free nose-bleed seats and ended with free seats behind home plate!). It could also be a pleasant phone call or an email you didn't expect, great seats at a restaurant, seeing a bird or wild animal that you don't see every day, seeing a single flower bloom in a garden; it really can be anything that lifts you up that day.

When something wonderful happens, acknowledge it and be grateful. This will affirm that wonderful things really do happen to you every day.

Start your day with this wonderful affirmation and you will be more energized, happier, and more positive. Try it yourself...it's free, easy, and it works!

May something wonderful happen to you every day!

Scott Thomas
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Website owners...Check out this cool tool!!

If you are currently in Internet Marketing and have a website, you should definitely check out this cool tool! Dave Guindon has created a video that shows you how to use Peel Away Ads 3.0 and he's also included some free gifts (including an absolutely free Private Label Rights product).

The tool allows you to put an irresistible clickable link or message in the corner of your web page. It looks like the page is peeling away (thus the name of the tool). When you move your mouse over it a bigger picture displays that becomes a clickable link to send the visitor to a bonus offer, a discount buyers page, etc.; or you can simply give them a secret message for looking. What you do with it is up to you and your creativity.

I purchased the product and was able to put in on one of my web pages in just a few minutes. Watching Dave's video and the video tutorials that come with the product are really all you need to get started.

So go check it out now at http://peelawayads.achieverslife.com/ and enjoy the free video. Don't forget to download the PLR product on the right side of the video.

Have a fantastic day!
Scott Thomas
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More opportunity than ever...

It's hard to escape the doom and gloom stories about the economy these days. We are being bombarded everywhere...print, TV news and commercials, radio, Internet, etc. What is not being mentioned in the mainstream media is that we may be experiencing the greatest opportunity of our lifetime!

The stock market is tumbling...bad news right? Maybe if you are about to retire and neglected to convert your investment portfolio to lower risk and/or guaranteed return investments. But for the rest of us this can be great news. When is the best time to buy stock? When it's low! We are definitely looking at some lows right now. The key is to invest in companies that have a strong track record, have been in business for many years, and are likely to stay in business for many years to come (think "value investing" or the Warren Buffett way). The current stock prices for many of these companies do not reflect their true value and are essentially on "sale."

A down economy is also a great time to start your own business; especially an Internet based business with very low overhead. Your main investment is your time, but the potential returns can be unlimited. There are many examples of people making hundreds of thousands and even millions through Internet marketing, despite the economic downturn. There have been several million dollar product launches in the last few weeks. To see the opportunities you just need to change your perspective. Look for problems or pain points that people are facing today; then think about ways you can help them solve those problems. You don't even need to create your own products; you can find existing products and help sell them for a commission. Find and fulfil an opportunity to genuinely help people and you will succeed!

Check out this website for free videos that will show you how you can profit in this and any economy. Keep your eyes open for opportunities and the take action immediately when you see one. Don't spend time thinking about what might be or could have been, seize the moment and change your life now.

There are opportunities awaiting all of us and we are surrounded by abundance. Stay positive and develop a burning desire for what you want to achieve in life.

Scott Thomas
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Lose the news!

There is something you can do today to be happier and maintain a positive attitude...stop reading, listening to , and watching the news (or at least limit your exposure). It's no secret that the news focuses mainly on the negative; and most of it has nothing to do with your own life. But, letting that negative information seep into your mind leads to anxiety, fear, and feelings of depression at a subconscious level. Why not choose to feed your mind with positive messages. Read personal growth books or biographies, listen to audio seminars, or watch movies like The Secret, The Opus, or The Ultimate Gift. Look for anything by Jim Rohn, Chris Widener, Brian Tracy, Zig Ziglar, Jack Canfield...the list goes on and on. They have messages that will inspire you and ideas that can change your life dramatically if you take the information and apply it! As an experiment, go on an information diet for a week...no TV, no radio, and no newspapers. At the end of the week, reflect back and ask yourself: Did I miss it? Is my life better or worse after this week? Can I continue without these things? Most people will find the results to be very positive. Try it an see!

If you want a great resource for personal success materials in all formats, go to "Your Success Store" and check out the products they have. It will give you a great idea of what is available to start on a positive information diet. Also, I highly recommend subscribing to Success Magazine or at least visiting their website. The magazine has fantastic content every month and also includes a dual-disc (audio CD/DVD) every month. If you only subscribe to or read one magazine, this is the one!

Keep positive and lose the news to achieve your dreams!

Scott Thomas
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How do you approach life?

Have you ever stopped to consider your approach to life? How do you see yourself and how do others see you? Do those views match? Do you set your own sail or are you just along for the ride? Here are a few things to think about on how you live your life and view the world...

Be your own person. Always maintain your integrity. Treat others well. Have your own definition of success; make it personal. Serve others; become a giver. Know your values and do not compromise them. Stay positive. See the world as a wonderful place and expect wonderful things to happen every day. Be thankful and express gratitude for everything you have and everything you receive. Appreciate the abundance around you. Have a greater sense of purpose; don't get trapped into a feeling of false prosperity through material wealth. Understand your own personal "why" and stay committed to it. Be the change...take action...don't wait around for things to happen.

Have a fantastic day!

Scott Thomas
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Free IM Videos...how cool is that!

Just a quick post for anyone interested in Internet Marketing. Michael Rasmussen is giving FREE access to 12 online videos entitled "MiniSite Profits Exposed." It's a great introduction to Internet Marketing and it's free education. If you have even a slight interest, don't miss out on this offer. The videos are all online...so you won't even have to pay shipping and handling. It is absolutely FREE!

Also, take advantage of Stephen Pierce's FREE book, "Make Real Money on the Internet."

Grab these free resources and you'll soon be on your way to making more money and achieving your dreams!

Scott Thomas
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Automobile University

Zig Ziglar coined the phrase "Automobile University" many years ago to refer to listening to motivating and educational audio tapes in your car. Although cassette tapes are mostly a thing of the past now, the concept is still solid. If you are going to be trapped in your car for any period of time, why not learn something. Instead of listening to music or depressing news, take the time to fill your head with positive messages and life changing information.

Add up the amount of time you spend in your car commuting to work, running errands, or just driving somewhere for fun. Using just half that time listening to audio programs from Jim Rohn, Chris Widener, Zig Ziglar, Denis Waitley, or the hundreds of other speakers and teachers can dramatically improve your way of thinking and your life. With an MP3 player you can expand outside the automobile and take these powerful messages with you when you walk, go to the gym, or even when you shop. If you don't have time to read, you can get audio books and learn during times when reading is impossible or unsafe. With the popularity of the iPod and other MP3 players, there is now a huge availability of motivating, positive, and educational products on the Internet that can be downloaded in minutes.

Many places offer free audios of teleseminars and interview recordings. You can build a massive digital library from free products alone. If you want to get more content rich programs, you can find hundreds of options for sale and download at yoursuccessstore.com and mp3motivators.com (among others). I've been listening to educational audio programs daily for about a year and look forward to any time I can spend learning and expanding my mind. It can become almost addictive and soon you will never miss the radio or music CDs that filled the void in the past.

I highly recommend enrolling in "Automobile University" today and starting down the path to greater achievement!

Scott Thomas
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Have, Do, Be

Do you know what you want? Most people know exactly what they don't want, but have no idea what they DO want. It's easy to think negatively, to blame circumstances, to feel like a victim, to feel undeserving. But thinking and feeling this way will only bring more of what you don't want. The most important thing you can do for yourself to begin living the life of your dreams is to become crystal clear on what you want! Not what you think you can have, but what you really and truly desire in life. Ask yourself what you would have, do, and be if there were no limitations, no constraints, no obstacles. If your life was a complete success, what would you have, do, and be? Write it down. Let your desires flow on to the paper. Imagine your dream life. Write down the details...as much as you possibly can. Now, think about these things every day. Review your list. Let it consume your thoughts. Be positive and believe you are deserving of everything on your list. This is key...you MUST BELIEVE you are worth it. Finally, take action every day towards your desires. If you do this, you will achieve your dreams. You are what you think about, so think about what you want...all the time.

Here's to your lifelong success and getting what you deserve; your true desires.

Scott Thomas
your guide to Opportunities Marketing

FREE Money Making Guide

Everyone knows that the Internet is a money making goldmine. There are examples every day of people becoming extremely wealthy by developing their ideas on the Internet (think Google, mySpace, Amazon, eBay, etc.). What everyone doesn't know is HOW to stake their claim in the goldmine, find a free money making guide, and actually make money on the Internet!


If you have ever wanted to learn how to make money on the Internet or just want to learn more about this subject, please keep reading...


One way to make money on the Internet is through Internet Marketing. It's a confusing world of gurus, affiliates, adSense wizards, search engine optimization, squeeze pages, keywords, pay per click, banner ads, traffic generation, auto responders, and a whole host of other things we are bombarded by every day without really knowing what it is. Entering into this money making game can be confusing and overwhelming. The truth is, it really isn't that difficult and it can be very rewarding once you pull back the sheets and see what's inside! The key is to be patient, persistent, willing to learn, and focused.


An excellent way to learn about Internet Marketing and making money on the Internet is to get the free money making guide "Make Real Money On The Internet" by Stephen Pierce. Stephen was once told by family members that everything he touched turned to dust. He truly started from the bottom and has now achieved his dream life. He overcame his greatest obstacle, his own self-doubt and low self-esteem, to become a multi-millionaire marketing on the Internet. His credo is "fat free information, no fluff, no filler...the right information, right now." At 133 pages, the book lives up to his word. It is not a get rich quick guide; it is a step by step money making guide to learning the basics of Internet Marketing. It is a building block to get you started. It builds a foundation for continued learning while you start on your road to wealth.

Stephen discusses the following 7 steps to start making real money in his free money making guide:

1. Market research and identifying niche markets
2. Product or Service research (make your own or find someone else's to market)
3. The Perfect Business - marketing and selling information products on the Internet
4. Capturing contact information (at least name and email)
5. Generating Traffic to your website
6. Automation or putting your business on auto-pilot
7. Up-selling and additional offers (creating repeat customers)

As I mentioned, the book builds a foundation for making money on the Internet. You must take the action to continue building on that foundation. Reading "Make Real Money On The Internet" will help you decide on what and how to market on the Internet. It will give you strategies for getting traffic to your website. It will teach you how to automate the process. It will help you generate new ideas. With it's concise and easy to read format, you can complete the book in about 2 hours and start taking the steps needed to make money on the Internet.

The book may seem over-simplified and it does lack some specifics on actually creating a website and publishing it to the web. But, as a free money making guide it is fantastic; and it contains extremely valuable information plus an accompanying resource website to get more information and continue learning.

The best part of all, Stephen is giving "Make Real Money On The Internet" away for free (*just pay shipping and handling). I highly recommend the book. If you would like to claim your free copy, click on the link below immediately...you never know when Stephen may decide to stop giving this away!!

http://www.stephensfreeoffer.com/

Until next time...stay positive and check out Stephen's book (you'll be glad you did!!).

Scott Thomas
your guide to Opportunities Marketing

Welcome!

Welcome and thank you for taking the time to read this blog. The purpose and goal of this blog is to provide information related to personal development, goal setting and achieving, opportunities, and recommendations for books/audio/video, etc. The content will be positive and honest. At times there may be links to check out, opportunities to explore/avoid, or simply random thoughts to ponder.

Enjoy!
Scott Thomas
your guide to Opportunities Marketing