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Goals, Be Open To Possibility

April 10th, 2009

As you are aware, there are two sides to everything; good and bad, positive and negative, yin and yang, action and inaction, force and allow, rigid and flexible. In all of life there is a balance between the two polarities, sides or aspects that must be mediated in your pursuit of happiness and a truly harmonious in life. In your goal setting activities this balance must be considered or you may find yourself severely restricting what is possible for you.

Remember that as you are envisioning and deciding on a goal, that visualization is based on your present awareness and knowledge. What about all the possibilities that you are not yet aware of, do you want to limit yourself from something better than what you can see right now?

No matter how you believe about how the overall power behind the universe participates in your life, I think you will admit that frequently things do seem to happen and opportunities arise that your were not originally aware of when you start taking action. You need to have an open mind about these possibilities to readily recognize them when they arise.

For example, let’s say you take your car in to get repaired because you have discovered oil leaking from the cylinder head gasket. Now stopping the leak from your car engine is your goal, so you tell the mechanic to change the head gasket in order to stop the leaking. Then after the mechanic removes the cylinder head he discovers that it is warped and that is the real reason why the gasket was leaking.

This is a previously unknown opportunity presented for you to choose an ultimately better course of action than what you had originally planned. Repairing or replacing the head will lead to a better lasting result than just replacing the gasket. This is a simple example, I’m sure you have some of your own, meeting someone who has a fresh idea, and ‘accidentally’ stumbling upon something unexpected.

That example can magnify two aspects about goals that are important. First, you must take action first in order to find the best outcome. You don’t discover gold without somehow looking for it. And second, that you must be open to the new possibilities that come up as you proceed with the goal.

Isn’t this kind of openness to whatever possibility may arise exactly how ’science’ looks at things? Scientists begin to look at things with the knowledge they presently have all while being open and receptive of new possibilities. Actually they seek the unknown.

You have been correctly told to have a clearly defined goal, with a powerful compelling emotionally backed picture. This gives you something appealing to act on plus a definite request to the universe of what you want.

Opportunities for something better may come up, and you must be ready willing and receptive to them while you are proceeding with determination towards your vividly pictured goal.

The key is balancing between a clearly defined vision and allowing yourself to be open to receiving something different which may be beneficial for you.

Sometimes as we are so strictly focused to the point of having tunnel vision, we actually block what good may come our way from the universe. If you think that you must make everything happen yourself, you are potentially blocking yourself from the free flow of universal energy and opportunity
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The challenge is to be both definite in what you want while at the same time be open to possibilities you may not be aware of, that are an even more appropriate outcome than what you had envisioned.

You can’t just sit back and wait for wonderful things to happen, you still must put yourself in the position for luck, good fortune or opportunity. You must take action, moving towards your envisioned goal with what you currently know. If you stay inactive in your present place the new opportunities will not be visible, and they won’t be until your proceed in their direction with your known goals.

You can enhance your likelihood of being available for new opportunities when you elicit your power of positive thinking and turn your goal into a positive affirmation. State clearly what you want with your goal as a positive statement about something that already exists. Then add the words, “or something better” at the end of your affirmation.

I know that positive thinking and affirmations alone will not ‘make’ your goals or your big dream come about, but nothing is likely with out them! These actions have an effect on your attitude and perception, which support your goal getting efforts and recognition of unique opportunities.

Another important factor to successful goal realization is having an overall purpose, reason — a powerful why behind your goals. When the goal fits into a bigger picture your motivation will be intense and you will be more likely to see those possible variations that fit into that picture. Having a strong foundation of who you are and what you are doing here will add self-confidence and motivation to your daily goal activities. You will also be more open to acting on possible alterations of your initial goal.

Balance your definiteness of purpose with an open acceptance of unknown possibilities and you will see your goals expand in support of your purpose.

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The Chances of Winning the Euro Lottery and Does Anybody Stand a Real Chance

April 10th, 2009

The probabilities of scooping the euro millions jack-pot is a remote 1 in seventy-six million but the probability of acquiring a money prize is a somewhat decent 1 in 24. If the jackpot is not won on a given lottery draw, it is carried forward to the next lotto draw which results in an ever increasing jackpot prize. New rules added on the 9th of February 2007 define the amount of consecutive roll overs to 11, with the jack-pot rolled out to smaller prize levels in the eleventh draw when the prize is not collected.

The Euro millions lotto or the Euro lotto, as it is ordinarily known, pools the lottery ticket revenues of the nine partaking Euro countries presenting a giant Euro Lotto jackpot. With the quantity of nations joining the Euro on the increase, that will without question will lead to more countries participating in the EuroMillions lottery. A growth in the amount of people partaking in the Euro Lottery will result in a lasting growth of the already big Euro Lottery jackpots.

The new rules also initiated European Super Draw which come about twice yearly plus they offer jack-pots in the region of 100 million pounds. The difference with Super Draws is that the jack-pot must be won during the week of the lottery draw; this means, if there is no lotto ticket matching, all the numbers drawn and the top prize will be distributed to the ticket bearer(s) on the next winning prize level.

Each and every player has to choose 5 main numbers from one to fifty and 2 Lucky-star numbers from 1 to 9. During the draw, five main plus 2 lucky-star numbers are then picked out at random from two lotto draw machines containing numbered balls.

Be Broadband to Offer Special Packages at The Gadget Show Live

April 10th, 2009

Be Broadband has announced that it will be one of the principal sponsors for The Gadget Show Live taking place in April at Birmingham NEC. It will have its own 700 square metres of space called the Game Zone where company representatives will be talking to gamers about the benefits of its broadband packages.

Felix Geyr, managing director of Be Broadband said after the announcement that gaming is one of its key markets and the company is very happy to be supporting the community. He also said that Be is excited about the event and will be glad to further the progress of eSports in the UK.

Prizes worth £5,000 are up for grabs in the Game Zone including an Alienware gaming laptop and advanced gaming kits from Razer. Be Broadband will also be giving away its 12-month packages to the gamers at the event.

The event will also have lots to offer to those who are not crazy about gaming. If you are on the lookout for some attractive deals as far as broadband packages are concerned Be Broadband has some good news, as the company has confirmed that new subscribers are in store for exciting offers during the course of the event. A Be Broadband ‘Guru’ will also be present to clear doubts pertaining to broadband in a live Q&A session. For more info on Be Broadband and to compare their benefits to other broadband providers, click here.

The popular hosts of the Channel Five technology show will be present at the event. The attendees will also be able to lay their hands on the newest gadgets, buy products at discounted prices and get an unbiased recommendation on products and services, all under one roof.

The Twin Actions of Accomplishment

April 8th, 2009

When it comes to achieving accomplishments there are two foundational actions that must take place. When these two actions take place, and take place in the right order, you will become unstoppable. You will also enter into an elite group of people who actually do both.

You see, most people are given to only one or the other, and in doing so negate their opportunity to accomplish what it is that they want to accomplish.

What are these two actions?

Intake and output.

Think about it. Do you want to have a healthy body? You must take in proper food and output vigorous exercise. Do you want to be financially fit? You must intake income and output investments.

The same is true in our personal and professional lives. But what specifically do we intake and output?

We intake information and we out put effort through the exercise of our will.

The twin actions of accomplishment then are the intake of information and the exercising of our will.

As I said, most people do one or the other. They are simply information addicts or they are action addicts. You have some who go to every seminar in the world and then never exercise their will to put it into practice. Others are simply a flurry of action but going in no specific direction.

When you only intake information you become fat! Not physically fat but personally fat. You become lethargic. You become frustrated because all of this information was supposed to change your life!

When you only exercise your will and become a tornado of activity you become spent. You become tired because you aren’t achieving anything but a busy schedule!

But when you put these two together - WOW! Look out because you will turn the world upside down! So let’s look at these two a little closer.

How can you intake information?

1. Choose as close friends, people who will challenge and stimulate you intellectually and personally.

2. Go back to school.

3. Buy success products and listen to them.

4. Read books.

5. Go to a seminar.

6. Get involved in an ongoing discussion group with people who want to grow.

How can you exercise the will? This is a bit simpler but not so easy.

1. You simply must act on the information.

2. Eat better foods - put down the ice cream.

3. Save more money - stop spending on superfluous items.

4. Lose weight - start walking every day.

5. Manage your time - shut off the TV.

All of these things we know what to do, but we must simply do it.

Are you a person who has all the info? Then act.
Are you a person who acts but doesn’t get anywhere? Then learn.

Intake information, exercise the will. The twin actions of accomplishment.

About The Author:

Chris Widener is a popular speaker and writer as well as the President of
Made for Success, a company helping individuals and organizations turn
their potential into performance, succeed in every area of their lives and
achieve their dreams.

To see Chris “live” at the upcoming Jim Rohn Weekend Event as he speaks on
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Texas Auto Insurance Resource Guide

April 7th, 2009

TX Insurance Policy Requirements by Law

  • Bodily Injury Liability (one person): $25,000 Limit
  • Bodily Injury Liability (all persons):$50,000 Limit
  • Property Damage Liability: $25,000 Limit

*Increased limit requirements moved into effect on 04-01-2008

Texas insurance laws are dictated by a tort system. This means that one individual will always be found to be blameworthy in an accident. This person and their insurance agency are then held answerable to cover any damages. The unique laws for Texas may differ from other states..

Within Texas, you can add complementary insurance coverage to your insurance policy that can furnish additional protection. Two such selections are uninsured/underinsured or No-Fault insurance. Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist coverage is nonmandatory insurance coverage that covers you against persons who do not have auto insurance. If you’re involved in an auto accident with them, you can help cover expenses with your own insurer. No fault insurance covers you no matter of who’s fault the auto accident was.Texas state does not postulate these additional insurance policy choices by law, but many citizens do choose to add them to their policy.

Texas residents are paying a bit more on insurance than the average In 2003, the average national rate was $914 while in Texas, the average driver paid slightly above $900. Numerous drivers in Texas wrongly assume that they are inclined to pay whatever their insurer bills them to or that the auto insurance premiums are created by the state. This merely is misleading - there are some ways that you can get less expensive premiums on your insurance policy. Motorists can take a defensive driving course to getting a discount rate based on your work or type of degree you can get lower Texas auto insurance.

Utilizing auto insurance websites can allow you to gather if you’re paying too much for your auto insurance coverage.These auto insurance agregators will give you the ability to get rebates on your auto insurance coverage by comparing quotes in real time. They can also provide you extra posts on different ways to maximize your discounts.

2007 had the first lessening in rates since 1999. Many people saw a lowering from their 2006 insurance costs by .5% to 1%. 2008 followed in the first half, but then insurance rates began to follow their normal cycle and go up slightly. This has been forcing consumers to shop reliable sites to find better insurance costs. Utilizing technology, these sites have made it faster to shop for and compare insurance rates.

As time goes by the expenses also change and by disregarding the rate changes in Texas, you might be paying more than you need to. In just one year, auto insurance premiums in Texas go up by about 6%! Don’t waste your money paying high expenses, start saving now by receiving an online rate quote from multiple auto insurance rate comparison sites now.

Improving Your Interview Strategy

April 5th, 2009

The key to a successful interview is preparation. Nearly without exclusion, it’s the best prepared candidate - and not the best candidate - that gets the post.

Prepare your answers:

You can never know exactly what you will be asked, but there are numerous questions which commonly get asked at job interviews and through some basic googling and completing your research you could have a bank of answers ready for most questions. There will always be questions that surprise you, but if you’ve thought through your work history, prepared examples and know your CV inside out, then you should be able to answer everything competently.

Research the company:

In almost every job interview situation, you will be required, at some stage, to affirm what you know about the organisation to which you are applying. The detail and complexity of your answer depends on the post you’re going for and the level of seniority, but it is vital that you exhibit that you’ve concluded your prep and understand their company, the market and the competitor landscape. Their web site is always a sensible research tool and if you’ve time, phone the organisation and ask them to send you any pertinent corporate communications.

Plan your travel:

It is staggering how many candidates turn up late for an interview, because they didn’t know the way. Learn the address, print out a map and if possible do a trial run so you know exactly how long it will take to get there. Always take the main reception telephone number with you, in case of an emergency, and give yourself plenty of time.

Once the interview itself arrives, ensure you follow the lead of the interviewer. Never try to use all the examples you have, just keep to the point and ensure your replies are germane.

An interview isn’t all about being reactive. Try to get the interviewer to let you know what skills they are looking for early on and remember to keep a note of any information that they give you. This way you could tailor your replies accordingly and ensure you say what they want to hear.

Finally, the first impression that you produce is more important than yur skills and qualifications in an interview setting. Be enthusiastic, positive and professional, give a firm handshake, look the interviewer in the eye and smile!

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