How to Stay Positive in a “Challenging” World
New Home Sales came in for June and they are up!!! This confirms that Existing Home Sales were up last week. I see a trend in the making.
July 27, 2009
July 24, 2009
Psychological Success
How to Stay Positive in a “Challenging” World
Well, it seems that the World is not as “Negative”, it is still “Challenging” however. Some good signs are that the Dow went above 9,000, the NASDAQ is closing in on 2,000 and the S& P is closing in on 1,000. Now, I don’t expect it to stay that way, but we have been taking two steps forward, and one step back. We all need psychological success, milestones in our lives. This could be what we need to build some momentum.
Well, it seems that the World is not as “Negative”, it is still “Challenging” however. Some good signs are that the Dow went above 9,000, the NASDAQ is closing in on 2,000 and the S& P is closing in on 1,000. Now, I don’t expect it to stay that way, but we have been taking two steps forward, and one step back. We all need psychological success, milestones in our lives. This could be what we need to build some momentum.
July 23, 2009
Think first, then Action
How to Stay Positive in a Negative World
I took time yesterday to just sit and think for 15 minutes about creative ideas that I could implement immediately to generate a Lead or two. This may sound strange, but I then thought of a headline in our local paper talking about a polo event that took place over the weekend. I Googled “polo” and found an international organization. Dialed down to state and area, and found 11 polo clubs in our geographic territory. Now, we are going to send an email and follow up with a flyer showing photos of Barn & Stable Organization. This just showed me to take time to think, and then follow up with action.
I took time yesterday to just sit and think for 15 minutes about creative ideas that I could implement immediately to generate a Lead or two. This may sound strange, but I then thought of a headline in our local paper talking about a polo event that took place over the weekend. I Googled “polo” and found an international organization. Dialed down to state and area, and found 11 polo clubs in our geographic territory. Now, we are going to send an email and follow up with a flyer showing photos of Barn & Stable Organization. This just showed me to take time to think, and then follow up with action.
July 22, 2009
It's Got to Start Somewhere
How to Stay Positive in a Negative World
I talked with a supplier today, and he said that he is seeing pockets of activity in the Chicagoland area. He is also hearing that there is a greater sense of optimism among his builders and homeowners. For this I am glad, only because it must start somewhere for it to begin spreading, which will eventually lead to our doors. Hang on, don’t give up!!
I talked with a supplier today, and he said that he is seeing pockets of activity in the Chicagoland area. He is also hearing that there is a greater sense of optimism among his builders and homeowners. For this I am glad, only because it must start somewhere for it to begin spreading, which will eventually lead to our doors. Hang on, don’t give up!!
July 21, 2009
Joys of a Hot Shower
How to Stay Positive in a Negative World
The joys of a hot shower. Our water was on the fritz this past weekend. It’s the simple things that really puts life back in perspective. I know there are people in the world that don’t have their own shower, for this little convenience I am thankful.
The joys of a hot shower. Our water was on the fritz this past weekend. It’s the simple things that really puts life back in perspective. I know there are people in the world that don’t have their own shower, for this little convenience I am thankful.
July 20, 2009
To Be Positive
How to Stay Positive in a Negative World
OK, Friday they were talking about Building Permits are UP, Housing Starts are UP and Retail Sales are UP. Then they said that it looks like we are heading for a U-Shaped Recovery. I remember this time last year and it was beginning to look pretty bad. What a difference a year makes! We are now talking positive, and some people are acting positive. I’m going to choose to be one of those people, to be positive, for nothing ever gets better because of a bad attitude.
OK, Friday they were talking about Building Permits are UP, Housing Starts are UP and Retail Sales are UP. Then they said that it looks like we are heading for a U-Shaped Recovery. I remember this time last year and it was beginning to look pretty bad. What a difference a year makes! We are now talking positive, and some people are acting positive. I’m going to choose to be one of those people, to be positive, for nothing ever gets better because of a bad attitude.
July 16, 2009
The Sun's Energy
How to Stay Positive in a Negative World
I can’t explain it, but there is something about sunshine that tends to energize me. I am hoping it also energizes my potential customers.
I can’t explain it, but there is something about sunshine that tends to energize me. I am hoping it also energizes my potential customers.
July 15, 2009
Be Different
How to Stay Positive in a Negative World
There is no fun in the fact that sales are down, and have been for some time. However, I am finding moments of being reenergized by being forced to think differently, act differently, and look for new ways to find people we can serve. I think the act of being creative is positive, now let’s see if all of this creativity produces results.
There is no fun in the fact that sales are down, and have been for some time. However, I am finding moments of being reenergized by being forced to think differently, act differently, and look for new ways to find people we can serve. I think the act of being creative is positive, now let’s see if all of this creativity produces results.
July 14, 2009
Many Small Successes
How to Stay Positive in a Negative World
Well, Leads were up last week, we have a verbal commitment for a SunSetter Awning and it’s only been 2 weeks. Debatable, but they are saying Retail Sales are better. A customer from 17 years ago called for more “problem solving” around her home, and I survived one hour in a house with four cats and did not sneeze once.
Well, Leads were up last week, we have a verbal commitment for a SunSetter Awning and it’s only been 2 weeks. Debatable, but they are saying Retail Sales are better. A customer from 17 years ago called for more “problem solving” around her home, and I survived one hour in a house with four cats and did not sneeze once.
July 13, 2009
Glad to be Where I am
How to Stay Positive in a Negative World
There are many businesses that I can be involved in, I am glad I am in the problem solving business for peoples homes. Advertising, newspapers, and magazines seem to be struggling more in this age of the internet.
There are many businesses that I can be involved in, I am glad I am in the problem solving business for peoples homes. Advertising, newspapers, and magazines seem to be struggling more in this age of the internet.
July 10, 2009
I Woke Up Today!
How to Stay Positive in a Negative World
Sometimes it’s not the economy, it’s not whether I have a job, it’s not politics, it’s not religion, it’s not war that I need to be concerned about. Simply, it’s whether I woke up this morning. Now that I have, what am I going to do about it? I choose to be positive and fight for all that I believe in.
Sometimes it’s not the economy, it’s not whether I have a job, it’s not politics, it’s not religion, it’s not war that I need to be concerned about. Simply, it’s whether I woke up this morning. Now that I have, what am I going to do about it? I choose to be positive and fight for all that I believe in.
July 09, 2009
Decision=Lead=Success
How to Stay Positive in a Negative World
Wow! It’s nice for a change, especially in these tough times to make a decision and have it begin to bear fruit. 2 weeks ago, we made a decision to become a dealer for SunSetter Awnings. Last week, we received the display and installed it in our showroom. In the last week, we have received 5 Leads that lead to 5 appointments, which lead to 5 quotes, all from the SunSetter website. Step 1 was to create another method for us to obtain Leads. Now, onto Step 2, make the Sale. Hopefully, that will occur within the next few days.
Wow! It’s nice for a change, especially in these tough times to make a decision and have it begin to bear fruit. 2 weeks ago, we made a decision to become a dealer for SunSetter Awnings. Last week, we received the display and installed it in our showroom. In the last week, we have received 5 Leads that lead to 5 appointments, which lead to 5 quotes, all from the SunSetter website. Step 1 was to create another method for us to obtain Leads. Now, onto Step 2, make the Sale. Hopefully, that will occur within the next few days.
A Good Decision
How to Stay Positive in a Negative World
Wow! It’s nice for a change, especially in these tough times to make a decision and have it begin to bear fruit. 2 weeks ago, we made a decision to become a dealer for SunSetter Awnings. Last week, we received the display and installed it in our showroom. In the last week, we have received 5 Leads that lead to 5 appointments, which lead to 5 quotes, all from the SunSetter website. Step 1 was to create another method for us to obtain Leads. Now, onto Step 2, make the Sale. Hopefully, that will occur within the next few days.
Wow! It’s nice for a change, especially in these tough times to make a decision and have it begin to bear fruit. 2 weeks ago, we made a decision to become a dealer for SunSetter Awnings. Last week, we received the display and installed it in our showroom. In the last week, we have received 5 Leads that lead to 5 appointments, which lead to 5 quotes, all from the SunSetter website. Step 1 was to create another method for us to obtain Leads. Now, onto Step 2, make the Sale. Hopefully, that will occur within the next few days.
July 08, 2009
What Are You Worried About?
How to Stay Positive in a Negative World
OK, I admit I listened to the news recently and was reminded of the violence in our world. As I spend my day, I am not worried about being shot by a drive-by shooter, or by my wife. I am not concerned about driving over an IED, or being arrested and tortured because of my political beliefs. So far, I am not thinking about my next meal, or a roof over my head. My thoughts are “How can I make a sale? Or, How can I serve my customers better?”. I am glad those are my thoughts and concerns, not what others may be worried and concerned about.
OK, I admit I listened to the news recently and was reminded of the violence in our world. As I spend my day, I am not worried about being shot by a drive-by shooter, or by my wife. I am not concerned about driving over an IED, or being arrested and tortured because of my political beliefs. So far, I am not thinking about my next meal, or a roof over my head. My thoughts are “How can I make a sale? Or, How can I serve my customers better?”. I am glad those are my thoughts and concerns, not what others may be worried and concerned about.
July 06, 2009
Winning the Game
How to Stay Positive in a Negative World
Going to a Cubs game yesterday was fun. Watching them win was positive. Doing it with my wife and in-laws was special. However, I realized that business, unlike sports has no end to it. No time to run out, no last pitch or last out. The only way I know when the game of business is over is either I say it is, or the customer says it is. I will keep serving the customer and let them help me win the game.
Going to a Cubs game yesterday was fun. Watching them win was positive. Doing it with my wife and in-laws was special. However, I realized that business, unlike sports has no end to it. No time to run out, no last pitch or last out. The only way I know when the game of business is over is either I say it is, or the customer says it is. I will keep serving the customer and let them help me win the game.
July 03, 2009
Working With All Types of Clients
How to Stay Positive in a Negative World
Something fun, this week we installed closet systems in a new home for one of the Chicago Cubs relief pitchers. Can’t say who, unless we pay him for an endorsement. Looking back over the years there have been a few “media” clients, like the morning weather lady on ABC 7, a Chicago Bear defensive player, a few Oprah Producers, and a number a CEO’s of large companies. Looking back, no matter who or what our clients are, we have helped them solve problems around their home. This is a business I am glad I am involved in.
Something fun, this week we installed closet systems in a new home for one of the Chicago Cubs relief pitchers. Can’t say who, unless we pay him for an endorsement. Looking back over the years there have been a few “media” clients, like the morning weather lady on ABC 7, a Chicago Bear defensive player, a few Oprah Producers, and a number a CEO’s of large companies. Looking back, no matter who or what our clients are, we have helped them solve problems around their home. This is a business I am glad I am involved in.
July 01, 2009
Are You a Survivor?
How to Stay Positive in a Negative World
Yesterday I was planning on sending the email, but was called into the city because my Mom got into an automobile accident. She is fine, just a few bumps and bruises, but the car is going to be totaled, I’m sure. So, what’s Positive about that? She did not get hurt, for starters. There are so many accidents that occur where people get injured or die, I am thankful. It is in these moments of our lives that we need to be reminded how fragile and precious life is, family is, and friends are. It is not the loss of a car, but the joy of surviving, my Mother said. One thing for sure, I am a survivor. Are you?
Yesterday I was planning on sending the email, but was called into the city because my Mom got into an automobile accident. She is fine, just a few bumps and bruises, but the car is going to be totaled, I’m sure. So, what’s Positive about that? She did not get hurt, for starters. There are so many accidents that occur where people get injured or die, I am thankful. It is in these moments of our lives that we need to be reminded how fragile and precious life is, family is, and friends are. It is not the loss of a car, but the joy of surviving, my Mother said. One thing for sure, I am a survivor. Are you?
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