Success in 2012: Got MAP – will travel!

“We will open the book. Its pages are blank. We are going to put words on them ourselves. The book is called Opportunity and its first chapter is New Year’s Day.” ~ Edith Lovejoy Pierce

How many of you intend to make more money this year? Raise your hand or say “I do?” Yup – thought so. Great! Now those of you that raised your hands and said yes, how many of you have actually laid out a road map to see how you’re going to get from here to there?

The problem is that our intentions are always to do better, be better, make more money, get a promotion, start a company etc., but rarely does the enthusiasm of the new year last as long as our hangovers. Why? Wishful thinking and idle dreams made up in our heads on a whim or because we think we should do something are no match for commitments coupled with targeted action.

So, how committed are you to creating the success you want and deserve this year? What are you willing to do to make it happen?

Being successful this year is going to take 3 things: great people skills, clear directions, and clarity. And these three items will require impeccable communication and leadership skills. The good news is that those who invest in targeted training and development will create more long-term sustainable results in a much shorter time than they would on their own. The bad news is that those who do not take action to institute change will be in the exact same spot on December 31st as they are today!

So, why would you invest in targeted training and development with a coach?

• If you are stuck in a business model that is not getting the results you want then it is time for a change. It is time to get an outside perspective. I can help you.

• If you want to get you and your team organized, refocused, and recharged for future growth, I can help you.

• If you want to bridge the gap between your goals and actions, I can help you.

• If you want a step-by-step plan tailored to the needs of you and your team, I can help you.

• My clients include CEO’s, business owners, and organizational leaders who are looking for the answer to the question, “How can I get the results I need NOW?” I have proven strategies and tools that I can teach you to get the results immediately and improve your bottom line. But YOU must be willing to change.

January 1st, 2012 opened a new book, and that new book is called Opportunity. As the above quote says, the pages are blank. You are the author. What will your book say about you and your business at year’s end? Will it say that you had a plan, took action, got the support you needed, and had the best year ever? Or will the book still be empty? It’s up to you.

Here is the bottom line: if your goal is to make more money and create the success you want and deserve, you must have a road map and plan of action to that success. But you won’t get anywhere if you don’t have a map. If you don’t know where to start, call me. I know I can help.

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© 2012 Cookie Tuminello – Success Source, LLC

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Your Attitude Determines Your Altitude

“Ability is what you’re capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it.” – Lou Holtz

This month I want to share with you a story about how you can get totally derailed when you least expect it, but how keeping a positive attitude can overcome any obstacle.

A couple of years ago, I was planning to go to a Business Marketing and Mindset Conference and had been eagerly anticipating it for over 8 months. Two days before I was to leave, I found out that I needed knee surgery. To top it all off, my doctor told me it needed to be done as soon as possible.

Of course, he wanted me to cancel my attendance at the conference due to the fact that I could not walk or stand too long. I won’t go into all the blah, blah details, but I went home and cancelled everything to have the surgery and after rethinking this dilemma, had my assistant uncancel them.

Here’s the deal. Sometimes when crisis or breakdowns occur, we react as opposed to responding.

This is what happened to me. I knew that it was important for me to be at that conference for myself and my business. Plus I wasn’t willing to give up my plan and wait another year until the next class. Once I made the decision to be there, the HOW showed up for me. I can hear you all saying, ‘Is she crazy?’ Some would say yes, but I prefer not to think I am.

However, I had faith that I could go to this conference and take care of myself at the same time. I asked for support at the airport, kept my knee propped up during class, and did not walk unnecessarily. And guess what? It worked out fine. I learned a lot, had fun, and met some fabulous, creative entrepreneurs from all over the country.

If you are in the process of growing your business, the most important component of your success, next to the products you offer, is your attitude. And yes, I know you know this, but what kind of attitude are you using?

Sometimes that little negative critic, ego, or whatever you call the pest in your head, can be negatively relentless, especially when you are stepping out of that cushy, comfort zone.

One of the obstacles my clients come to me with is that they know what to do, but can’t seem to get past the ‘Yeah, But’s’ to take action.

Here are three steps that will help you move through the ‘Yeah, But’s’ and the negative stuff that keeps you procrastinating and not trusting yourself:

1. Get clear about what you want and where you are going in your business. Write it down on paper. If you’re not sure, make a list of what you don’t want in your business. That way you’re not out there spinning your wheels and wasting your money.
2. Become aware of the fears that are keeping you stuck. Remember one of the many definitions of fear is false expectations appearing real. Write down what those fears are. Could it be that you’re afraid of failing? Could it be that you believe you’re not smart enough? Or could you even be afraid of success? Awareness and consciousness helps you work through them and determine whether they are real or perceived.
3. Get rid of excuses and playing the blame game. You are accountable for your life and what you want in it. And unless you’re Shirley MacLaine, you only get one life. This is not a practice run. You can go to your grave with lots of regrets and missed opportunities or you can go fulfilled and complete. It is your choice!

What I know for sure is that if you want different results in the future, you must be willing to change the attitude, beliefs, and fears that are holding you back NOW so that you can grab all that gusto that is waiting for you.

Who knows how high you’re capable of soaring?

If you need help keeping your mindset and attitude positive, give me a call or drop me an email to set up an appointment to chat.

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© 2011 Cookie Tuminello – Success Source, LLC

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The Year 2011: Commitments vs. Confusion

“In beginner’s mind there are many possibilities, in expert’s mind there are few.”- Suzuki Roshi

By now, most of you are coming out of the Christmas Cheer Coma and are back at work scratching your head and saying to yourselves, “Whew!” Now what?” Your doors are open, your butt’s in the chair, but you’re not too sure where you want to go yet.

And of course, with the New Year comes our infamous New Year’s Resolutions. You know the ones like, “I’m going to get healthy. I’m going to make a million dollars,” and so on. Unfortunately, the problem with most resolutions is that they don’t last as long as the hangovers. Why is that? I have learned that most resolutions are about what you think you should or should not do as opposed to what you choose to do, whereas making a commitment to change is a whole different ball game. Commitment is making a conscious choice to do something with your whole being. That type of commitment comes from your core, not your ‘Guilt Gremlin.’ If you do take this route, ultimately you don’t end up shooting yourself in the foot as often.

There is a quote by Suzuki Roshi that says, “In the beginner’s mind there are many possibilities, but in the expert’s mind there are few.”

If you are going to be about making changes this year, then tack this quote to your forehead. The idea of beginner’s mind is to empty your mind of old ideas and old beliefs that can keep you stuck so that you can be open and ready for new possibilities that will take where you want to go.

You can’t determine where you’re going in your business or your life unless you determine where you have been. And you can’t get there asking the same questions you asked last year. You need a fresh perspective. You have to do a little excavating. New Year + New Goals + New Questions + New Actions = Results and Success.

Here are 4 questions to ponder to get you started and pointed in the right direction for the new year. This is not a test but you may want to take out a note pad and pen and jot down your answers.

1. What were my accomplishments last year? Write them all down so you don’t forget them.
2. What worked and what didn’t work in last year’s plan? Be honest with yourself.
3. What are you going to have to do differently (action steps) in 2011 to take you to your next level of success?
4. What kind of support are you going to need to reach your goals?

Keep in mind, the only thing that changed on January 1st was the date. Now you have to decide if it will be a year full of opportunities and possibilities, or just more of the same old same old for the next 364 days. If you like what you are doing and don’t want to change, keep doing what you are doing. However, if you don’t like the way your business/career or life has been going, now is the time to make some changes to get it right.

The key is to get clear about what you want to change and your goals for getting there. And most importantly, enlist the support you need to get there. It really does help to have an outside perspective. Accountability is a key ingredient to attaining your goals and making sure you reach your next level of success.

And if you’re wanting to make 2011 your best year ever, give me a call or drop me an email and I will help you get there with less stress and more success.

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© 2011 Cookie Tuminello – Success Source, LLC

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When You Throw Dirt, You Lose Ground

“When you throw dirt, you lose ground.” – Texas Proverb

I feel as if all I’m hearing lately is people talking about the upcoming election and how every candidate seems to be slinging more mud than you’d find at a rodeo. Plus one of the biggest complaints I’m getting from the business owners I’ve been speaking and coaching with is the lack of accountability, responsibility, and drama among staff that gets in the way of productivity and effectiveness. What’s going on here people? It’s time to clean up this dirt and get back on track.

Nothing tears down relationships, teamwork, effectiveness, and productivity like the office rumor mill and gossip. Some refer to this as water cooler chit chat. There are certain type individuals that will go straight to the source to handle a breakdown, and then there are others who will complain and whine to everyone but the person they have a grievance with.

The problem is not that these breakdowns occur, the problem is that they don’t get handled when they come up. This ultimately causes a disconnect in the relationships – it’s as if there is a big white elephant in the room that nobody wants to talk about. This causes everyone else to walk on egg shells trying to avoid the mine fields so to speak. The result of this behavior tears down trust, integrity, confidence, productivity, and positive communication.

What can you do to abate these breakdowns and create what I call a ‘blame free’ environment in which everyone thrives and succeeds?

First of all, let me explain what a blame free environment is. The name says it all. It literally means blame free. The environment is solution focused not problem focused. It means there are no victims, only victories. The focus is on the mission and intentions of the group, not on being right. It’s about building trust, confidence, and open communication within the group so that they are able to handle these breakdowns when they come up and move on.

How do you achieve this blame free environment? It starts at the top with the leader of the group. Let’s face it: you have to role model what it is that you want to create among your team.

I believe that by giving your team the tools to handle these breakdowns, you can create a blame free environment that begets feedback, openness, trust, and skills to handle these breakdowns when they occur and in some cases prevent them from happening altogether.

Here are 3 steps to creating a blame free environment:

1. INTEGRITY. This has to start at the top of the food chain. One of the best definitions I found of this powerful word is ‘Integrity is the alignment of actions, values, methods, measures, principles, expectations, and outcomes.’ Great leadership is a skill that is often ‘shown’ more than ‘told.’ How you as a team leader behave is key to getting others to follow your lead. Don’t expect your team members to be on time for work if you, as their boss, routinely come dragging in late for work.
2. BUILDING TRUST. The whole team supports each other and is committed to one goal – the success of their mission. You tell the truth, come from integrity, and do what you say you are going to do. And if you can’t honor your commitment, you acknowledge it to the other party or you have a conversation to clean it up so that you can move on. It’s about creating win-win relationships.
3. COMMUNICATION. Learn how to handle breakdowns when they come up and not let them hang on for too long. Remember the saying, one bad apple can ruin a whole bushel? Well, that holds true for teams. You must always keep in mind that the intention is always to be solution oriented. It’s not about who did it but what is best for the team and overall goals of the group. You can be right or you can be happy and successful. The choice is yours.

And if you need a fresh perspective and a partner to help get you and your team back on track, take advantage of my Complimentary Business Strategy Session. Contact me at Cookie@CookieTuminello.com.

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© 2010 Cookie Tuminello – Success Source, LLC

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Want To Go From A Good To Great Leader in 2010??

“A good leader inspires people to have confidence in the leader, a great leader inspires people to have confidence in themselves.” – Author Unknown

Being a terrific leader takes commitment, confidence, and clarity. It doesn’t matter if you’re a supervisor, CEO or entrepreneur – the steps you need to know in order to motivate the people who work with you are the same. The old school method of employing ‘scare’ tactics, i.e. “If you don’t do what I TELL you do, then there’s the door!” doesn’t cut it anymore in today’s business world. Besides, if you still subscribe to the “It’s my way or the highway” way of thinking, you’re going to alienate everyone who works in your company or organization and nothing will be accomplished except for making enemies out of your staff.

Here are 4 steps that will take you from good to great leader.

1. Set a clear direction for your team. Clarity begets desired results. If you aren’t clear about where you’re going, do you think your team will be? As a leader, your role is to be the visionary who paints the picture for them to follow. If you aren’t clear about the necessary steps your staff need to take to accomplish a goal, then a lot of time is going to be wasted running around in circles. Create a clear action plan – one that shows exactly how and what you want to get done. If needed, draw a roadmap diagram on paper outlining the full process, starting with the objective and detailing what each person is responsible to complete. The better your directions are, the easier it will be to get the goal finished.

2. Make sure your actions match your intentions and visions. You, as the leader, need to know what you envision being the final outcome of the project/task you’re asking your employees to work on. Do you want to ‘wow’ a client with an exceptional product presentation? Can you see the final project completed? What does it look like to you? Are YOU excited about this task? Your own level of commitment and enthusiasm needs to come across loud and clear to your team. If you’re ho hum about the outcome, then guess what – that’s the attitude that will be adopted by members of your team. Some of us are ‘big picture’ thinkers. We forget about all the details on how to get to that big picture, but as the leader you can’t allow yourself to let those minute details slide. If you do, then the final outcome will definitely not be to your liking.

3. Create a cohesive team. You must have confidence in your team and their abilities. Knowing who fits in where in your team is crucial to creating success. You need to assign the ‘right’ people to the ‘right’ tasks. If Suzie doesn’t like concept writing, but loves to work on graphics, then make sure you assign her that portion of the job. Knowing the strengths of each member of the team is crucial in achieving a super end result. No one likes to work on something they detest doing. By forcing them to take on duties they absolutely hate creates resentment, and resentment either slows down the entire project or provides a poor performance.

4. Work smarter, not harder. I know you’ve heard this phrase a million times, but it bears repeating. By learning to delegate the workload to the right person will lift some of the weight of turning in a top-notch end result off your own shoulders. Your role is to be the visionary – not the micro-manager! You role model what it means to be a leader and a follower, and in turn you inspire and create great leaders for the future. And isn’t that the purpose of being a leader?

If you want to go from good to great leader in your business and need some direction and support, email me for a Get Acquainted Session today at info@cookietuminello.com.

There is No Such Thing as a Good Excuse

“Bad excuses are worse than none.” – Thomas Fuller

Have you ever noticed how we, (myself included), medicate ourselves with excuses for not being happy, not being successful, or not reaching our goals? It’s as if these excuses make it all better. There are no ‘good’ excuses, they’re simply just excuses. In reality, these excuses keep us stuck. Last week, I was talking to a friend and I caught myself doing this exact thing. I stopped in mid sentence and said, “No excuses, I just didn’t do it.” I was then able to recommit and move on to bigger and better things.

Well, here we are 4 weeks into the new year. How are you doing with your New Year’s intentions? You notice I did not say New Year’s resolutions, because as we all know they don’t last as long as some of the hangovers. Are you starting to crawfish out and make excuses for not taking action on those goals?

Here are 5 questions to ask yourself when setting your New Year’s Intentions and goals.

1. Is this goal a ‘should’ or a ‘choice?’ Sometimes we set goals based on what we or someone else thinks we should do. If it’s a ‘should’ then your chances of succeeding are slim to none because you’re not committed to making it happen.

1. Are my goals smart, realistic goals for me? Be realistic about what you are willing to do to achieve the end result. Challenge and stretch yourself, but don’t set yourself up for failure. Remember goals must be specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and timely.

1. What is my plan of action? Do you have steps in place to get you to the finish line, and again, are they realistic ones? Sometimes we get so caught up in the ‘doing’ that we fail to do the necessary ‘planning’ that’ll keep us on track. As the old saying goes, “You have to crawl before you walk” and the same goes when making an action plan. It would great if we could simply twitch our nose like Samantha in “Bewitched” and everything would be instantly finished for us, but that’s not real life. Map out a clear plan of what you need to do, step by sometimes painstaking slow step, to get you to where you want to be.

1. Am I ready to let go of tired practices that aren’t working and try something new? For example, you’ve tried getting new clients via sending out newsletters on a regular basis and so far you’ve only gotten 10 over the past year. Now is the time to try a new tactic or approach to build your list. The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again expecting different results and that same principle applies to your business and life. Unless you really enjoy running into that proverbial brick wall, embrace change and move on. Keep trying new things until you find a method that works for you and helps you achieve the level of success you desire.

1. Do I have the support of a mentor or coach to keep me focused and accountable? In today’s changing marketplace, having a mentor or coach is no longer considered to be a luxury in your business, it is a necessity. Why? Because they can help boost your confidence, stop procrastination, minimize trial and error, and get better results in less time.  My own coach holds me accountable, focused, and keeps me honest so I don’t sabotage myself.

If you practice these 5 simple steps, I can guarantee you that you’ll achieve every item that’s on your list of intentions for 2010. Plus if you get stuck in ‘analysis paralysis’ as I call it, send me an email at Cookie@CookieTuminello.com and I’ll help you get straightened out and moving forward.

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© 2010 Cookie Tuminello – Success Source, LLC

Is Money the Only Motivator of Your Business?

“Do what you love and the money will follow.” – Marsha Sinetar

Do what you love and the money will follow” principle sounds simple, but it’s not always effortless to do. It is really easy to get off track in your business while travelling the road to success.

For example, a while back I was lamenting to my coach about how my business had become a struggle. I was working myself to death and not reaping the monetary rewards that I thought I should be. Familiar story, right?

Then I had a personal “A-Ha!” moment and realized something I hadn’t thought of before that I want to share with you. She then asked me the big question which turned out to be my “Wake Up Alice” moment which was: Have you ever noticed how much of what you do is directly linked to the thoughts of money and success? Talk about getting hit by a two by four. And then came the process I had to instigate to change my way of thinking and get back on track in my business.

What a revelation that moment was for me! I realized that I wasn’t having fun anymore and I was burned out! My passion had gotten replaced by the almighty bottom line. Hey, don’t get me wrong as that line is very important, because let’s face it – we’re not in business for the practice, even though at times it may feel like it.

Instead of always making decisions based on the question, “Will this make me money or not?” I had to start asking different ones when making choices to put the zing back into my business.

Here are the top 3 questions I had to answer in order to put the fun back into my practice:

1. Is it in keeping with my core values? Does it match my integrity and purpose in life which is why I originally became a coach in the first place? If the answer is a resounding “NO” then let the idea go. If the decision to move forward on a particular idea makes you break out in a cold sweat or squirm in your chair, then it’s not right for you.
2. Does it fill me up and am I having fun? When I reflected back on my career, I realized that when I was doing exactly what I love to do, I was making money at the same time. Imagine that. Since I was sending out good vibrations to the Universe about how happy and contented I was, I was living in a state of abundance, and according to the Law of Attraction, I was consequently receiving exactly what I was putting out – more happiness and joy. No wonder the money flowed in. If you want more money, then do what makes you feel fulfilled and adds joy to your life.
3. How much of my decision is based on “Will it make money?” If 90% of your thoughts are focused around the outcome from this one statement, then you’re not coming from a place of integrity. And guess what – your clients are going to sense that they’re just a dollar figure and that you don’t really care about them. This will create a snowball effect and clients will start leaving you for someone who genuinely cares about their welfare and not just their wallet.

Nobody wants to be a ‘statistic’ in someone else’s business. Clients want to be treated with respect, dignity and valued as an individual.

If you find that you’ve become more obsessed with your bank balance than your clients, then it’s time for you to get back to the basics of why you went into business in the first place. For if you don’t have any clients, you won’t be in business for long, will you?

Need help reviving your passion in your business and life? Want to jumpstart your joy? Then email me at Cookie@CookieTuminello.com and I’ll be glad to get you to your contented place and still have you making all the money you need.

Love ya,

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© 2010 Cookie Tuminello – Success Source, LLC

WANT TO USE THIS ARTICLE IN YOUR EZINE OR WEB SITE? You can, as long as you include this complete blurb with it: Cookie Tuminello, THE Team Builder of the South, has been empowering teams and igniting productivity since 1999. Learn more about how Cookie empowers CEO’s, managers, business owners, and team members in her FREE Report “50 Ways To Go From Overwhelmed to Empowered” and receive weekly Success Tips at www.CookieTuminello.com.

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Lost the joy in helping your clients?

I noticed in early November that I seemed to be dragging through the days and simply going through the motions of running my business. I’d lost some of my vivacity and joy helping my clients to step into their own personal power. I couldn’t put my finger on what exactly was wrong and the answer didn’t come to me until after the holidays.

I’d made a conscious decision to do nothing business related for 3 full weeks – a sort of self-imposed vacation from my company as it were. I slept when I wanted to, ate when I felt like it, and generally did whatever I felt like doing on any particular given day. I simply took time off to recharge and rejuvenate my spirit which was long overdue.

After chatting with my coach during the holidays, I realized exactly why I’d been moving in slow motion – I’d lost all the joy and fun I used to have when working with my wonderful clients! Imagine that! Me – the Queen of fun had gone and lost some of her sense of playfulness.

Right then and there I decided that it was time to reevaluate my priorities and what I wanted out of my business besides a healthy bottom line. I know that if you’re feeling the same ‘blah’s’ that I was, then this week’s article about money being the only motivator of your business is going to really make you think. Read more…..

Drop me an email to Cookie@CookieTuminello.com and let me know how you make out on infusing fun back into your business. I always like to get feedback from my valued readers. That’s why I’ve started the Ask Cookie section of my newsletter – to share victories and answers to questions that may have you stumped.

Until next week, take a good look at what motivates YOU to succeed. You might be surprised at what you’ll find.

Love ya,

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Get a positive focus in your life for 2010…

Brrrr!

Winter has officially hit the South. Temperatures have been dipping down into the teens. For us Southerners that’s pretty chilly, but I love it. This past weekend I stayed in and did some reflecting and fine tuning on my goals for the coming year. I now have them completed for the year, but I also like to break them down into bite size pieces for more positive focus. So, I’ve decided to closely work with my mentoring coach to determine what I want to tackle in the next 90 days.

What about you? Have you got your goals broken down into doable realistic pieces? If not, you won’t want to miss my Smart Start Offer to get the support you need to achieve those big goals for 2010. The offer has been extended to Friday, January 15th so don’t miss out.

Just a Reminder! Starting February 2nd, Team Up With Cookie ezine will be published monthly. I will still be bringing you quality articles to motivate, inspire, and guide with proven business strategies to create the success you want and deserve in your business and your life – I’ll just be doing it monthly instead of weekly.

Also, in order to serve you, my valued readers, better, I’d like you to email me any questions that you’d like me to answer in future columns. You can send your questions to  Cookie@CookieTuminello.com and I’ll address them in my Ask Cookie segment.

This week’s Success Principle: It’s a brand new year and you’ve made some bold decisions on the direction you’d like your business to go, but something is definitely holding you back from putting your plans in motion. Is the fear of success holding you back?

Have a prosperous and productive week,

Love ya,

WOW! 2010!

Happy New Year To You All!

WOW! 2010!

A new year, a new beginning. I don’t know about you, but this year feels different already. I can feel the energy, the excitement, the creativity, the possibilities, just pulsing through my veins. I am rested, relaxed, and ready to jump in with both feet, and I’ve got a lot of good news I want to share with you today.

Some of you have been emailing me wondering when I was going to tell you what my theme for 2010 is. So without further adieu, here it is!

“2010 – The Year of Freedom
and Infinite Possibilities”

What about you? Is 2010 going to be a repeat of 2009 or is it going to be the year you open yourself up to new opportunities and endless possibilities?

I don’t know about you, but I’m opening myself up. My business is growing and expanding so I have to make room for it all. With that being said, I am making some changes. One of which is with my weekly ezine which has been a part of my business since 2003. I can hardly believe it’s been almost 7 years. I’ve loved every minute of it.  And I thank you for being on the journey with me thus far.

Starting in February, Team Up With Cookie ezine will be published monthly. I will still be bringing you quality articles to motivate, inspire, and guide with proven business strategies to create the success you want and deserve in your business and your life – I’ll just be doing it monthly instead of weekly.

Also, in order to serve you, my valued readers, better, I’d like you to email me any questions that you’d like me to answer in future columns. You can send your questions to  Cookie@CookieTuminello.com and I’ll address them in my Ask Cookie segment.

This week’s Success Principle: Opportunity is all around you. In order to be ready when opportunity knocks on your door, you’ve got to lay the groundwork or till the soil as they say. This week’s 9 Step Process will help you make a quantum leap in the jumpstart process. Read more…

Speaking of opportunities, here’s YOUR first big opportunity for 2010 – my gift to you. Check out my New Year’s Offer to you in the Cookie Recommends Section…

Have a prosperous and productive week!

Love ya,

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