The EIG
Newsletter Volume 1: Number 3: May/June 2001.
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Welcome to
the latest edition of the EIG (Empowerment International Group) personal and
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Have an awesome two months until the July/August 2001
edition, and remember...... "Always wear a smile on your face, have laughter
in your heart, and your world will truly be a better place".
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In
this edition:
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27 Words to Live By:
Please
Thank you
Love
Risk
Believe
Listen
Observe
Desire
Commitment
Courage
Patience
Relax
Appreciate
Trust
Passion
Choice
Change
Respect
Care
Integrity
Compassion
Action
Understanding
Faith
Opportunity
Principle
Value
These are words I try to live by. Some may or may not be yours.
Take a few minutes, put your own list together. Think about them, what
they truly mean to you. Revisit them
from time to time.
Words are very powerful - use them wisely.
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Michael Jordan Story:
Michael Jordan is arguably the greatest NBA basketball
player of all time. There are so many wonderful stories about him that we could
fill many articles with them. For now I will share one I heard recently with
you.
Michael Jordan was asked what he thought about failure and
success, and he said:
“In my career I missed 9,340 shots, 368 times I was on the
losing team, 38 times I had the game winning shot in my hands in the final
seconds and I missed. I have failed
over and over again in my life, and that is why I succeed.”
Sometimes we forget that to get success we have to
experience setbacks and failure. There can be no winning in life without losing,
no victories without defeats. With the very rare exception, history has shown
us that. Think about your own life, your own successes. Have they come easily?
Of course not! You have had to take a chance sometimes, have had to get out of
your comfort zone, have had to become a risk taker. There is nothing wrong with
setbacks as long as we learn from them and move forward, as Michael Jordan has.
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Letter from a Columbine High School Student:
You will remember Columbine High School in the United States
Of America. It was the tragic scene a
few years ago when two students went on a shooting rampage killing innocent
people at their school. The following was written by a Columbine High School
Student who's name is unknown to me and was forwarded to me by a friend. It is
very powerful and I wanted to share it with you.
We may not agree with all that is written, we all have our
own opinions, but it is certainly food for thought.
The paradox of our time in history is that we have
taller buildings, but shorter tempers;
Wider freeways, but narrower viewpoints;
We spend more, but have less
We buy more, but enjoy it less.
We have bigger houses and smaller families;
More conveniences, but less time;
We have more degrees, but less sense;
More knowledge, but less judgment;
More experts, but more problems;
More medicine, but less wellness.
We have multiplied our possessions,
But reduced our values.
We talk too much, love to seldom, and hate to often.
We’ve learned how to make a living but not a life.
We’ve added years to life, not life to years.
We’ve been to the moon and back, but have trouble
Crossing the street to meet the new neighbour.
We’ve conquered outer space but not inner space.
We’ve cleaned up air but polluted the soul.
We’ve split the atom but not our prejudice.
We have higher incomes, but lower morals;
We’ve become long on quantity but short on quality.
These are times of tall men and short character,
Steep profits and shallow relationships;
These are times of world peace but domestic warfare.
More leisure, but less fun, more kinds of food but less
nutrition.
These are the days of two incomes, but more divorce;
Of fancier houses, but broken homes;
It is a time when there is much in the show window and
nothing in the stockroom;
A time when technology can bring this letter to you and a
time when you can choose either to make a difference……
…Or just hit delete…
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QUOTES:
“Some people say I have an attitude- maybe I do, but I think
you have to. You have to believe in yourself when no one else does-that makes
you a winner right there.”
Venus Williams, U.S. Tennis Player
“Success is not a matter of luck, an accident or a reward for virtue. It’s a matter of decision, commitment, planning, preparation and execution. Success does not come to you, you go to it.”
Nido Qubein, Business Consultant and
Author
“Your first victory,
has to be over yourself”
Chinese Proverb
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RECOMMENDED READING
You Are The Message by Roger Ailes.
This book was mentioned in the Jan/Feb newsletter, but did
not include a preview. I felt it warranted a revisit.
This is a great read from one of the best in the business on
communication, Roger Ailes. He is a
former president of CNBC and advisor to Presidents Reagan and Bush, and he
knows his stuff. For anybody serious about improving there communication
skills, this is a must read.
Secrets of Power Marketing by Peter Urs Bender and
George Torok
Whether you are a new entrepreneur starting up, expanding your
current business, or you just want some new skills on how to market yourself
better, this book is packed with practical information you can use immediately.
The Procrastinators Handbook, Mastering The Art Of Doing It
Now by Rita Emmett
The title says it all, this light-hearted book is the kind
you should have handy all the time for those moments when you contemplate
procrastination. It is an enticing read with lots of good remedies and tips.
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Upcoming Events:
By popular demand, Charles will be conducting a two day
interactive motivational workshop in Toronto, Canada on the weekend of
September 28th-29th 2001 for people who stutter. This
will be his only public event of this type in 2001. The program is called
“Taking Control Of Your Speech And Your Life”. This workshop provides tools and
techniques for controlling speech from someone who has been there. Charles had
a severe stutter for 30 years of his life, living for long periods in a world
of silence. Today he is a professional speaker and successful entrepeneur. For
further information about this very special event that can truly change your
life, please contact Charles by e-mail at charles@cmarcus.com,
by calling 416-490-6744, or by fax at 416-490-6344. Space is limited. Please
book early to avoid disappointment.
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With kind regards and to your success
Charles Marcus
Charles M. Marcus is a professional key note speaker and
trainer. His work takes him across Canada, the United States and Great Britain.
For more information on Charles' motivational/inspirational presentations and
programs, and how he can add value to your corporation, organization,
association, school board, or not for profit group at your next organizational
event, please contact Charles at charles@cmarcus.com
or by telephone at 416-490-6744.
Program Titles include:
"Dare
To Be Great"
"Seize The Moment: Winning In
A Changing World"
"The Power Of One: Re-engineer
Your Self-Esteem"
"11
Ways To Live Your Life With Passion and Purpose"
All programs are customized to suit your organizational needs
and objectives. These programs will touch your heart and challenge your mind.
Just the right amount of content, motivation and humor is used to inspire your
team or group. Charles knows how important it is for you to find the right
speaker with the right message for your next organizational event. Charles
will work with you to ensure that worry is taken away.
Please Contact:
The
Empowerment International Group
72 Willesden Road, Toronto, Ontario
CANADA M2H 1V7
Tel: 416-490-6744
Fax: 416-490-6344
E-mail: charles@cmarcus.com
Copyright © 2001 Charles M. Marcus: All rights worldwide
reserved.
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