We live in times that are causing more disease and chronic illness than 60 years ago. Funny enough our eating habits, exercise, sleep patterns and ability to sit still are also extremely different and not in a good way. Now, normally I am the last to enter the world of chatting about health due to... Continue Reading →
The importance of continuous learning
So, you finished College, University or your trade course, started work or founded a cool business, it must be time to forget about learning and focus on making the most of the time you have, right? Although it is fair to say you may reduce your hours of learning, learning is essential for the rest... Continue Reading →
How do I motivate myself?
Self-motivation is a state of mind – a certain level of consciousness when reached, will take your life to another level. I promise. International studies have shown that those who are self-motivated are seen to be the most successful, regardless of their background, financial position, education or location. More importantly they are the people who... Continue Reading →
There are Winners and Learners, nothing else.
If there is one blog I hope my children (and eventually my grandchildren) read I hope it is this one. Growing up, developing skills comes from experience and learning. The more we do of both, the quicker we become more proficient at whatever we wish to do. At times, we learn that something is not... Continue Reading →
Your biggest battle…
Are you winning the most important battle you need to win, the first stage is to start understanding you are already on the battlefield? Most of you reading this possibly already know where I am going with this subject. However, it is one thing to realise our biggest battle will always be with ourselves, and... Continue Reading →
Dreaming – Goal Setting (Stage One)
What is Goal Setting? Goal setting is a subject that alters people’s lives forever. Once you master the skill of goal setting you can achieve almost anything you want to. The following information and exercise/s will help you on the path to understanding what goal setting is and how to use it to successfully achieve... Continue Reading →
Be happy, learn to say ‘NO’.
Now some people may be horrified when they read the title of this article but the reality is most of us struggle to say 'No' and the cost is usually our time or money and our ability to achieve what we want to in life. Let’s face it we were all given the gift of... Continue Reading →
Becoming Great – Part 4 “Getting noticed and making impact”
In part 4 of my series for becoming great I would like to share my tips for you on how to get noticed, that does not mean getting noticed by everyone, but getting noticed and appreciated by those who matter. Whether those people be, our family (kids), bosses, work colleagues or customers. Engage your ears,... Continue Reading →
Becoming Great – part 3 Body language, Work Ethic, Energy levels, Attitude & passion.
In Part 3 of the 'becoming great' series I am focusing on things that we all know about , but maybe sometimes take for granted, not realising the huge impact. I'll call these your 'book cover signs' - people read you by them, and judge you for them. Body Language Work Ethic Energy Levels Attitude & Passion These... Continue Reading →
Have a great 2016!
Kia ora Koutou everyone! Welcome to the first wonderful day of 2016. Firstly let me sincerely and humbly thank all of you who supported me through my challenge last year, whether that be through your personal contacts, Facebook comments or Likes, texts etc, knowing you are being thought of is a wonderful thing and for... Continue Reading →