September 14, 2009
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The Positive Success Formula
"You have more control and influence than you think you do."
These were the words of an economist I heard speak as he talked about the economy, the housing market and the recession.
He reminded his audience that a lot of people make a lot of money during recessions. He stressed that these are the times when successful companies and successful people gain market share. He shouted when he told the group to look for buying opportunities over the next three years because there will be many.
In essence he was saying not to let the economy dictate your situation and success. Rather, change your belief system and focus on opportunities instead of challenges. Reminds me of the "Positive Shark Formula" (also known as The Positive Success Formula) I wrote about in The Shark and The Goldfish.
E + P = O
In the book, Sammy, a nice shark who feels that sharks get a bad rap and are in need of some positive publicity, teaches Gordy the goldfish that while we can’t control the events (E) in our life, we can control our positive energy and our positive actions (P) to these events and challenges and in turn this will determine the outcome (O).
Indeed, we have more control than we think we do. Our positive energy, our belief system, our attitude, and our actions have a huge impact on the life we live and the success we enjoy.
You can listen to the Constantly Negative News Channels and believe that success is impossible or you can change your belief and know that with God and an optimistic attitude, all things are possible. Instead of focusing on what they say you can't do, focus on what you can do. Instead of listening to the negative voices, focus on your positive choices.
I'm not saying it will be easy. We will certainly be tested on our journey. I'm an optimist but also a realist. These are challenging times. We may lose our job. We may experience financial difficulties. We may not sell our house as fast as we'd like. We may have to start a new business or venture. We may have set backs. But if we apply the Positive Success Formula to our life I guarantee we will have a big say and influence in the outcome. Instead of letting the world create us we will have a significant role in creating our world.
Have you seen the Positive Success Formula work in your life or the life of someone you know? Share your story on our blog.
- Jon
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Inspired by Lauren
 I was recently made aware of a young girl named Lauren Loose who despite battling multiple brain tumors has touched the lives of all who meet her in a profound and permanent way. Lauren and her family created Lauren’s First and Goal Foundation to support pediatric brain tumor research, pediatric cancer services and awareness. Each year the foundation holds a football camp to raise money for their cause. Now in its sixth year, having grown tremendously, LFG Football Camp hosted nearly 300 college coaches, 1,700 high school football players and raised nearly $220,000.
To learn more about Lauren and her foundation visit www.laurensfirstandgoal.org. Her story is also available in the children’s book titled Hope Is Here To Stay, by Patrice M. Domozych. It can be purchased in soft cover at Amazon or in hard cover at Booksurge. All royalties from the sale of this book go directly to LFG Foundation to support its mission
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