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July 2009 Newsletter

That's Life

The following is from Charles Schultz, the creator of the 'peanuts' comic strip.

You don't actually have to answer the questions.

Just read this text straight through, and you'll get the point,

1. Name the five wealthiest people in the world.

2. Name the last five Heisman trophy winners.

3. Name the last five winners of the Miss America pageant.

4. Name ten people who have won the Nobel or Pulitzer Prize.

5. Name the last half dozen Academy Award winners for best actor and actress.

6. Name the last decade's worth of World Series winners.

How did you do?

The point is, none of us remember the headlines of yesterday. 

These are no second rate achievers. 

They are the best in their fields. 

But the applause dies... 

Awards tarnish.  Achievements are forgotten. 

Accolades and certificates are buried with their owners. 

Here's another quiz.  See how you do on this one:

1. List a few teachers who aided your journey through school.

2. Name three friends who have helped you through a difficult time.

3. Name five people who have taught you something worth while.

4. Think of a few people who have made you feel appreciated and special!!!

Easier?

The lesson: The people who make a difference in your life are not the ones with the most credentials...the most money...or the most awards.  They simply are the ones who care the most.

Thanks to my friend and colleague Ken Brenner, the founder of Legacy Direct Inc., for this.  Thanks to the LD team for making me such a big part of Legacy Direct Inc.  We are accomplishing great things together!!!!!

The Three "C's"

I have been witnessing a shift in culture that ranges from the culture in our homes to the culture in our work environments.  The shift is moving from head first leadership to heart first leadership.

Regardless if we are leading our children, a few people or a large group of people one key to effective and efficient leadership is Caring, Communication and Coaching.

Caring: Are you a servant leader?  Do you give without the expectation of getting something in return?  Do you really care deeply about those you lead?

Communication: Over communicating is essential.  Tell your team the truth regarding the current state of affairs and remind them of the organizations vision.  Speak into them as often as you have the opportunity.  Face to face is the best venue but telephone, hand written notes and email works well also.  When you communicate the truth, good, bad or indifferent, the group will stay focused on the vision and they will be grateful for your integrity.

Coaching: Rule number one.  Don't coach those who don't want to be coached.  However, if they do want to be coached you have an opportunity to improve the lives and careers of all of the people you lead and work or live with.  Be gentle and always coach with grace and a high awareness of what you say and do.  Be aware not to lose the confidence or trust of those you coach.

Action plan for us: Post The Three "C's" in a place you will be reminded of the vital need have to be cared for, communicated to and coached on the areas where they can improve.

The next action plan is to take some time everyday to employ The Three "C's" into your life.  Live it and teach it to others. 

Book and Music Recommendation

"Raving Fan's" is not another Blanchard book delivering another important business idea via a parable, this time on the secrets of customer service.  The secrets are concisely delivered with three memorable points.  Decide what you want.  Discover what your customer wants.  Deliver more than they need.  A simple approach that is harder to execute than it is to read about.  Well worth the time it takes to read about it.  Remember that the hard work is in the execution.  There is no quick fix to develop and sustain raving fans.  But neither the task impossible. -Steven Sherlock

This book is available at amazon.com.

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I have been listening to "Learning to Fall" which is the newest music from Lowen and Navarro.  Lowen & Navarro has always made deep music with amazing melodies and very meaningful and relatable lyrics.  However, Eric Lowen has ALS (Lou Gehrig's Disease) and this may be the last new music from this incredible band. 

The title track is "Learning to Fall" and in these tough times where we are all counting our blessings and showing gratitude for what is truly important, I thought these lyrics may resonate with you.

"Learning to Fall"

I was young and knew nothing

Now somehow I know even less

Forgive me my youth

It was all for the best

Forgive my foolishness

It's grown simpler now

Cuz I'm sure what I like

Who I love

And who I'm going to fight

As long as there's time on my hands

Chorus

I've had to run

I've had to crawl

Been rich as a king

Had nothin' at all

Still raising hell

And tearing down walls

I know where I stand

I'm learning to fall

Me, I've tasted true glory

Had a long sweet time on the stage

I laughed til I cried

I lived what I played

Never had to act my age

And it's beautiful how

New blessings unfold

In ways I could never have known

And I've still got some time on my hands

Chorus

I've had to run

I've had to crawl

Been rich as a king

Had nothin' at all

Still Raising hell

And tearing down walls

I know where I stand

I'm learning to fall

Quotation

The quote below applies to your life and your career.  Thank's to my friend Marc Berton for this.

 The things that will destroy us are:

 -Politics without principals

-Pleasure without conscience

-Wealth without work

-Knowledge without character

-Business without morality

-Science without humanity

-And worship without sacrifice.

                 - Gandhi

A Closing Note

Thank you for reading this months newsletter.  I hope you are able to use some of the content to improve your life and/or your career.  If there is an opportunity for me to speak at an upcoming conference or meeting, please let me know.
 
If you like what you see, please feel free to review my web site at www.darylwizelman.com.  I speak on leadership, work/life balance, emotional intelligence and life planning among other topics that can be viewed on my web site.  I believe I can inspire your group and provide them with excellent practical tools to improve their career and their life.
 
There is also a "forward email" button below the coupon.  Please forward this newsletter to anyone that you believe would derive benefit from its content.
 
Again, thank you for your interest.
 
Daryl

Daryl Wizelman
www.darylwizelman.com
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