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Guest Blogger: Andrea Waltz
How hearing "NO" Can be a Good Thing
Most people spend their days doing everything they can to avoid failure, "rejection" and having people say NO to them! What if you could hear NO more often and that would bring you greater levels of success?
Intentionally increasing failure is the basis for the "Go for No" concept. "Go for No" means the more people that tell you "no" the closer you will get to ultimate success - or in other words, "yes." Most people, if they actually counted the number of times they hear “no” during a typical day or week, would be shocked to see how low the number actually is.
Change your mental model of “success” and “failure”
Most people operate with a mental model where they see themselves in the middle, with success on one end and failure on the other. They do everything they can to move toward success and away from failure. But, what if the model were reconfigured?
What if, rather than seeing failure as something to be avoided it became a “stepping-stone” on the path to success? In other words: Success is the destination. Failure is how you get there. To achieve significant success in today’s world, failure is not just a possibility…it is a requirement. We must see success and failure for what they truly are: not opposites, but opposite sides of the same coin.
Richard Fenton and Andrea Waltz teach others to breakthrough self-imposed limitations and achieve their full potential by intentionally increasing their failure rate. They are the authors of "Go for No!" a short story written specifically for people who must face failure and rejection to be successful. Go for No is available at visit www.goforno.com.
Most people spend their days doing everything they can to avoid failure, "rejection" and having people say NO to them! What if you could hear NO more often and that would bring you greater levels of success?
Intentionally increasing failure is the basis for the "Go for No" concept. "Go for No" means the more people that tell you "no" the closer you will get to ultimate success - or in other words, "yes." Most people, if they actually counted the number of times they hear “no” during a typical day or week, would be shocked to see how low the number actually is.
Change your mental model of “success” and “failure”
Most people operate with a mental model where they see themselves in the middle, with success on one end and failure on the other. They do everything they can to move toward success and away from failure. But, what if the model were reconfigured?
What if, rather than seeing failure as something to be avoided it became a “stepping-stone” on the path to success? In other words: Success is the destination. Failure is how you get there. To achieve significant success in today’s world, failure is not just a possibility…it is a requirement. We must see success and failure for what they truly are: not opposites, but opposite sides of the same coin.
Richard Fenton and Andrea Waltz teach others to breakthrough self-imposed limitations and achieve their full potential by intentionally increasing their failure rate. They are the authors of "Go for No!" a short story written specifically for people who must face failure and rejection to be successful. Go for No is available at visit www.goforno.com.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Stay Tuned
Today DonorsResource.org went into hibernation (of sorts). A big move in the right direction, for sure.
Note the logo change. The new colors; brown, grey and blue are more serious, calming yet substantial.
Originally, I have to admit that concern was looming around hibernating the site. However, through all of the conversations, interviews, research and data it was confirmed that affiliated donors, sponsors and nonprofits are deeply connected to the mission of DR. We've pulled our weight and they believe in us as an organization.
How cool is that? Happy Friday to me!
Note the logo change. The new colors; brown, grey and blue are more serious, calming yet substantial.
Originally, I have to admit that concern was looming around hibernating the site. However, through all of the conversations, interviews, research and data it was confirmed that affiliated donors, sponsors and nonprofits are deeply connected to the mission of DR. We've pulled our weight and they believe in us as an organization.
How cool is that? Happy Friday to me!
Monday, October 26, 2009
Service Announcement
Donorsresource.org has recently reviewed the effectiveness and functionality of our current site. Based on the feedback we received and our commitment to serving you, we are building an easier, sustainable way to connect nonprofit organizations and donors.
On Friday, the 30th of October, DonorsResource.org will go into hibernation as we prepare to re-launch (version 2.8). Stay tuned!
During this time we will continue connecting businesses with larger donations to nonprofits in need and individuals that have donations such as furniture, appliances, etc.
This process has been amazing to watch unfold. We improve and grow while the mission of our organization remains top dog.
On Friday, the 30th of October, DonorsResource.org will go into hibernation as we prepare to re-launch (version 2.8). Stay tuned!
During this time we will continue connecting businesses with larger donations to nonprofits in need and individuals that have donations such as furniture, appliances, etc.
This process has been amazing to watch unfold. We improve and grow while the mission of our organization remains top dog.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Common Sense
Today we mourn the passing of a beloved old friend, Common Sense, who has been with us for many years.
No one knows for sure how old he was, since his birth records were long ago lost in bureaucratic red tape. He will be remembered as having cultivated such valuable lessons as: Knowing when to come in out of the rain; Why the early bird gets the worm; Life isn't always fair; and maybe it was my fault.
Common Sense lived by simple, sound financial policies (don't spend more than you can earn) and reliable strategies (adults, not children, are in charge).
His health began to deteriorate rapidly when well-intentioned but overbearing regulations were set in place: Reports of a 6-year-old boy charged with sexual harassment for kissing a classmate; teens suspended from school for using mouthwash after lunch; and a teacher fired for reprimanding an unruly student, only worsened his condition.
Common Sense lost ground when parents attacked teachers for doing the job that they themselves had failed to do.
Common Sense lost the will to live as the churches became businesses; and criminals received better treatment than their victims.
Common Sense took a beating when you couldn't defend yourself from a burglar in your own home and the burglar could sue you for assault.
Common Sense finally gave up the will to live, after a woman failed to realize that a steaming cup of coffee was hot. She spilled a little in her lap, and was promptly awarded a huge settlement.
Common Sense was preceded in death by his parents, Truth and Trust; by his wife, Discretion; by his daughter, Responsibility and by his son, Reason. He is survived by his 4 stepbrothers: I Know My Rights. I Want It Now. Someone Else Is To Blame . I am a Victim
Not many attended his funeral because so few realized he was gone.
No one knows for sure how old he was, since his birth records were long ago lost in bureaucratic red tape. He will be remembered as having cultivated such valuable lessons as: Knowing when to come in out of the rain; Why the early bird gets the worm; Life isn't always fair; and maybe it was my fault.
Common Sense lived by simple, sound financial policies (don't spend more than you can earn) and reliable strategies (adults, not children, are in charge).
His health began to deteriorate rapidly when well-intentioned but overbearing regulations were set in place: Reports of a 6-year-old boy charged with sexual harassment for kissing a classmate; teens suspended from school for using mouthwash after lunch; and a teacher fired for reprimanding an unruly student, only worsened his condition.
Common Sense lost ground when parents attacked teachers for doing the job that they themselves had failed to do.
Common Sense lost the will to live as the churches became businesses; and criminals received better treatment than their victims.
Common Sense took a beating when you couldn't defend yourself from a burglar in your own home and the burglar could sue you for assault.
Common Sense finally gave up the will to live, after a woman failed to realize that a steaming cup of coffee was hot. She spilled a little in her lap, and was promptly awarded a huge settlement.
Common Sense was preceded in death by his parents, Truth and Trust; by his wife, Discretion; by his daughter, Responsibility and by his son, Reason. He is survived by his 4 stepbrothers: I Know My Rights. I Want It Now. Someone Else Is To Blame . I am a Victim
Not many attended his funeral because so few realized he was gone.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Passing the Torch
This has to be my favorite post as of yet. Its official; Bill Brown is now the Executive Director of DonorsResource.org.
This decision was incredibly easy. I've been driving our org since '05 and simply put; it was time to open the window and let some fresh air in.
Bill came on board ready to rock. Since, he has been instrumental in leading us to higher ground.
I will be serving as a board member, happily focusing on marketing and development.
Congrats Bill, I'm confident in how far you will carry the torch.
This decision was incredibly easy. I've been driving our org since '05 and simply put; it was time to open the window and let some fresh air in.
Bill came on board ready to rock. Since, he has been instrumental in leading us to higher ground.
I will be serving as a board member, happily focusing on marketing and development.
Congrats Bill, I'm confident in how far you will carry the torch.
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