By Michael P Coleman We’ll have an opportunity to be touched by one of today’s greatest motivational speakers when John-Leslie Brown stops by Barnes & Noble Arden Fair in Sacramento Saturday, June 10 from Noon-1pm. He’ll be reading from and autographing copies of his new bestselling book, Harvard Effect. In speaking with Brown, I immediately got a sense that…
View Biographies Related To Dates Tony Robbins , byname of Anthony Robbins, original name Anthony J. Mahavorick (born, Glendora, , U.S.), American motivational speaker and “life coach” who created a multifaceted business empire by preaching a gospel of self-improvement. Robbins was born Anthony J. Mahavorick to a working-class family. In childhood he adopted…
The difference between try and triumph is a little “umph.” But sometimes for us to triumph at the gym, we need a little motivation. The good news is that a lot of successful people have offered sage advice to inspire us and now we’ve collected our favorite inspirational quotes in one spot. We’ve broken down the workout routine into four phases, so use the wise…
It s funny isn t it? In spite of all the admiration you receive for your dedication, discipline and commitment to training and racing in the summer, and despite your pride for living an active lifestyle, it can still be challenging to maintain day-to-day motivation for triathlon training in the winter. So, here are 15 excuse busters to nudge you, push you, or…
By definition, motivation is the reason we act and behave in a certain way. We all have needs and wants, and it’s the desire to fulfil these needs that motivates our choices. This applies to all aspects of life, from health and fitness to personal development — business is no exception. Consumer motivation is driven by the thoughts, feelings and beliefs of your…
Some guys can spend hours in the gym. You know the feeling: It doesn t matter what the weather s like, or how you re feeling, or even what you do once you re at the gym—you re there, doing the same old routine, grinding away. And that s exactly the problem. After a while, your old reliable workout program can start to feel less like a routine and more like a…
Thomas Barwick / Getty Images Motivation interview questions are a common part of the interview process. One very typical form of the question is What motivates you? but there are other variations as well. Any question about motivation helps hiring mangers understand what you feel enthusiastic about, what drives your success, and whether what motivates you…
Do you lack enthusiasm and a zest for life? Are you somebody who believes that ‘I will do that’ but never actually does it. If you never do what you intend to do, you may well have a problem with motivation. When you have motivation, you are driven and more determined to create the life that you want to live. You don’t suddenly believe that everything in life…
So, your house is covered in snow and finals are looming closer. But we know you d rather be cuddled up inside, listening to Ariana Grande s Christmas music, getting ready for the Doctor Who special and forgetting all about the Pythagorean theorem. Begin the procrastination! Like you, when we procrastinate, we spend a lot of time on the Internet. Thankfully…
Educate yourself about depression, especially about the sufferer s propensity to become withdrawn and inactive. In addition, evaluate your relationship with your friend or family member. Think over past episodes where one of you cheered the other up. Consider what effect your input generally has and try to estimate what effect it will have now that your friend…
Motivation is not an easy thing to master, but the reward for getting it right can be massive. Much of the challenge comes from the varied and individualistic nature of motivation. Everyone is motivated by slightly (or dramatically) different things, and in different ways. Despite those variances, there s always a common thread you can follow to find success…
Mr. Muse, who worked at other college-preparatory schools before founding Venture Academy, said he and other administrators have been disappointed when their efforts to academically prepare students for college fell apart when students had to study and keep organized on their own. I d sent enough kids to high school and college from no excuses schools that…
People are the main and the most important resource of each company. For achieving great results each leader needs to have a motivation strategy to create and maintain the spirit of enthusiasm among employees. Below are 15 effective ways for you to motivate your staff and ensure the continuous growth of your organization. 1. Share the Organizational Vision With…
This talk is a great reminder that it’s what’s on the inside that counts. Amelia Browne, a student in San Francisco, writes about why it inspired her: “Her story allowed me to further my understanding of the privilege and opportunity I’ve been given by today’s society. I was able to better comprehend how I use those qualities to create change for the generations…
You may have heard of bite-tracking bracelets recently, since new buzz about these devices suggests wearing a gadget to count how many times your hand moves—presumably to your mouth—may help you take fewer bites and, in turn, consume fewer calories. Celebrity trainer Harley Pasternak wrote about recent interest in the devices on People s website: “It s likely…
I know exercise is supposed to help me fight depression, but how can I find the motivation to work out when I m depressed? Depression definitely can make it hard to find the motivation for exercise (among other things) because loss of interest in normal activities, along with the ability to enjoy them, is often one of the main symptoms of depression. But what…
I. The motivational power of having a goal! A very powerful motivational technique students can apply is to set themselves well-thought-out goals and objectives. These aims could be either short-term goals (e.g. about an upcoming exam) or long-term goals (e.g. about the achievements you want to reach during your studies in the university). Objectives and aims…
Motivational speaker Tony Robbins is interviewed on the Fox Business Network in March. Dozens of people were burned in a coal-walking exercise at one of his seminars. Richard Drew/AP hide caption toggle caption Richard Drew/AP Motivational speaker Tony Robbins is interviewed on the Fox Business Network in March. Dozens of people were burned in a coal-walking…
Motivational speaker. From the storyteller around the campfire to great spiritual and political leaders, speakers have motivated people throughout history. If you have ever made a class presentation, spoken up at a meeting, or given a toast at a wedding reception, you have spoken in public. Since public speaking is many people s greatest fear, if you enjoyed…
Share tweet pin Australian-born Nick Vujicic was born without arms and legs, but that has not stopped him from leading a full life. Now, 32 and founder of the Los Angeles-based nonprofit Life Without Limbs and a motivational speaker, he gives hope to those born with disabilities. Married with a 2-year-old son, Vujicic is the subject of a short documentary, “Born…
Music can be such a fantastic source of motivation. It’s almost like a waste not to use it! So why don’t we try to tap that powerful energy and use it as an energetic boost of motivation? In the following you can find a massive list of the most inspirational songs that are proven to be highly motivational. “But why is music so effective, ” you might ask. The…