I Was Hijacked!

This past month has been a bit trying at best. My Twitter and Blog got hacked! I'm a bit of a neophyte when it comes to technology. I utilize my computer as a tool to communicate, share and glean information; however, I have a limited understanding of the technical aspects of computing/internet. I finally had a tech friend come to my house and within 15 minutes, he had discovered that someone had hacked my blog and taken over the "post by email" function of my blog. They had even hidden the tab to adjust email functions, so I was even more clueless and baffled at how someone was posting to my blog and Twitter accounts. Problem is fixed, at least for the time being...

Being hijacked leaves you feeling a bit invaded and even helpless. It's like hmmm, I wonder what is happening when I log into my bank account? Can they see the password I'm putting in to access my account? As most people are aware, it happens every day. But, lucky for me, at least this time around, my financial information is safe.

Navigating the virtual web is treacherous. It makes me wonder if SaaS services can provide better security and protection from degenerates on the web. I don't have the answer to that; but for now, I'm going to cautiously navigate troubled virtual waters :0

Can You Count?

You may have the skills - no, you are the very best at whatever it is you do; however, that is not enough to create a successful business.

You may work harder than anyone else you know - double the output of anyone in your field; that is not enough to create a successful business.

It is amazing to me at how many bright, awesome, talented people that start businesses can't count. Business is counting (accounting) - knowing where every penny is, everyday, hour by hour. If you don't have this skill down or function in place in your business from the very beginning, you are destined to fail.

The foundation of ALL businesses is accounting and good record keeping. This is especially important if you plan on securing funding (loans, seed capital, equity or debt investors) being acquired, merging you operations, or doing joint ventures.

Going back in time to figure out all of the important data that will enable you to expand your business is NO FUN... nearly impossible - and if you don't have this data, you'll almost surely lose the interest of any astute businessman or investors that have the wherewithal to take you to the next level. Just sayin...

Harmony and Life

Nobody said it was going to be easy. It's the hardest thing you'll ever do. It might even be a little scary. The important thing is to own it. Make it yours. Do it for the right reasons. Do it because of your love for it, not because you have to. Live life on your own terms and for those terms that don't line up with yours - IGNORE THEM - they don't belong and just the mere thought of them can hinder your progress or even steal your life.

We are in the perfect position to give back when we are doing the things we love. If you're not doing that, you really don't have anything to give; unless you consider your position of regret, disappointment, unhappiness and settling for less a good position give from. Not likely.

Harmony in your life will only come when what you're doing and how you're living your life lines up with the music that's already in you. There's a masterpiece within us all waiting to be played : )

Hijacked!

Sorry for the wierd posts the last few days... it seems all of my accounts have been hijacked : (

Born to be Awesome!

What I like about being part of a team is that there are unique people with different strengths and gifts that compliment and serve each other as a whole - all with the common goal of succeeding.

There are something’s I am very proficient at and others that I suck at. That's ok. My strengths have taken me as far as I've gone and as high as I will ever go. While I'm not against learning new things and developing different skills, I have always exceled the most in life when I'm in my element doing those things that I kick-butt at. My goal is not to be a master of all things, but simply to focus on my strengths and offer them where they are needed most. If you focus on these things, you'll be amazed at how many opportunities will make themselves available.

Everyone is different. There are things about you nobody can imitate or replace. You’re a one-of-a-kind. It's that one thing about you that can fill a need, provide the solution, or fill the gap that no one on the planet can do better than you.

Are you doing what you were born to do?

Change - Yes You Can

The theme of the Obama political machine is in full swing, not just in politics, but in just about every area of our lives.

Change is never comfortable. Resistance is normal. Change can seem negative. But change will happen and nothing can stop it. You need to embrace, learn and adapt if you plan to survive.

For SMB's, business will never be the same. Marketing is changing. Customer service is changing. The work force is changing. The marketplace is changing. What has been successful in the past will not cut it in the future. The greatest business success stories are in history books and the new story lines for new wealth creation are just being written. The one question you need to ask yourself is - will you be part of it?

We live in a time of unprecedented opportunity; not to conform to old ways and old thinking, but to be part of creating a new future. Problems abound for many, but those with answers and vision will excel. Those that embrace change will survive and many will have opportunities to lead the way. Those that get caught up in the past will be buried with the dead.

Change is happening all around us. If you are unable to change with the times, your business will suffer. Your business could die. Stop resisting the imminent change. While its natural to like things the way they've always been, a new perspective and opportunity to grow and expand your knowledge base will ultimately make you more capable and less susceptible to fear and failure that is attempting to take you out of the game. Change is good. Growing is good. Surviving is good. Learning new things is good. Advancement is good. The only thing preventing you from having good things in your life is resisting them, being afraid of them, or not embracing them.

Giving People Are Happy People

We all know people that are giving. We all know those that are stingy as well. Do you notice the difference between the two?

Giving people rock! They are up-beat, happy and excited about life and helping others. On the flip side, those that are stingy don’t seem that happy, do they? They don’t have a heart to help others and they just turn a blind eye to people in need. They are much more interested in their own life and are not concerned with the welfare of others. They can seem a bit hard-hearted.

Generous people give more than just money. They give their time. They serve in their churches – food kitchens feeding the poor – visit the sick in hospitals – mentor others that want to learn – and share liberally in many different ways. They don’t give expecting something in return; just experiencing the joy in helping someone in need is payment in full. They make a difference in the lives of others. They live to give and as a result have much fulfilment and happiness in their lives.

Happiness is definitely tied to being giving. If happiness is something you desire, look outside yourself and put a smile on someone else’s face or help another in need - it may be just the answer you're looking for.