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The following 12 comments and questions have been sent in. They are listed according to date.
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- I am not happy with myself
- Send me an article on how to be successful
- My daughter is lazy and angry
- What qualities should I consider it a possible wife?
- How does a positive attitude result in success?
- What is success in your opinion?
- Try to be social but find it difficult to interact
- How I can win the hearts of others?
- How do I start a successful business?
- Thinking of starting own business to imrpove my life
I am not happy with myself
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May 22, 2010
i am not happy with myself
i like to be alone all time
i think i am like a loser
i wanna to get success in my life
everybody thinks that i am dull but i am not dull
SAIF - Pakistan
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First of all, take stock in what you have achieved in your life, as well as your skills and talents. Make a list of things you have done that you are proud of. Also lists some of the activities that you were good at and enjoy. When you consider these things and look at your list, you can see that you have a lot more to offer than you realize.
Now take a look at your blessings. Do you have a place to live and food to eat? Do you have any family and friends? Do you want access to a computer and the Internet? There are many things to be thankful of. It is good to appreciate the things you have.
One of the most important things in being a success in life is realizing what you really enjoyed doing. If there is some activity that you love, perhaps you can make a career out of it.
Success and happiness in life often requires other people. Someone who only thinks of himself is often not very happy. You do not have to be entertaining to other people, but you should take interest in them. One of the greatest skills a person can have is to be a good listener. Someone who listens and is interested is considered a valuable friend. But also, taking interest in others will result in them being interested in you.
Start this all by listing your achievements, the things you like, and your blessings. It takes a little effort, but it's certainly is better than having an unhappy life.
You can become a champion by helping others become champions two.
Send me an article on how to be successful
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May 18, 2010
Pls send me an article on how to be successful in life and money. Thanks.
Emeka - Nigeria
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Although making a lot of money is important to many people, what is more important is to find an activity that you enjoy and find satisfying. If you are doing something you love, the money will follow.
Ask yourself what you enjoy doing and what you are good at.
See our lessons on Advancing in Your Career at:
http://www.school-for-champions.com/career.htm
And Starting your Own Business at:
http://www.school-for-champions.com/entrepreneurship.htm
Best wishes on becoming successful and rich.
My daughter is lazy and angry
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April 25, 2010
actually problem has to my daughter. now she is 16 years old.she is always lazy,getting angry with others(mostly with family)no hobbies at all. I think she don'have any positive attitude.she is brilliant but she will not work. what to do? In her mind life is like a film. very easy and cool.she don't know what she is loosing.What I will do?
- India
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It is not unusual for boys and girls around the age of 16 years old to be lazy, bored and even angry. Also, some children in the teen years rebel against their parents and try to do just the opposite that their parents want. I guess it is just part growing up and making the transition into becoming an adult.
One thing that is important is that she does not have friends who can be a bad influence on her. Often children will imitate their friends.
It does not pay to criticize her or try to get her to do things, because that will only cause more resistance. Although, there is one thing you should be strict about, and that is that she does her required chores.
When she does good things -- especially in school -- complement her and encourage her. Also, it is good to set a good example with your own positive attitudes. Some of that will rub off on her when she gets older.
When you get a chance, talk with her and asked her what her favorite things are. Does she have any special things she likes to do or movies she likes to watch? Ask her what she plans to do when she is through with high school. Already it is good to make plans for college.
But it is important when you ask these questions that you do not put her on the defensive. You are just curious, and it is good to find out things about your daughter that you may not know.
It is often difficult bring it up teenagers, but I am sure she will turn out fine.
What qualities should I consider it a possible wife?
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March 30, 2010
What are the qualities i should concider in a lady before entering in a relationship that could lead to marriage?
Frank - Nigeria
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Certainly, you should look for a woman who has good character traits, such as being honest, caring and not lazy. Another positive trait to consider is her attitude toward money. You do not want to marry someone who will carelessly spend all of the family's money.
Of course, what initially attracts you to a woman is that she is appealing to your eye. You want to have some common interests and similar personality traits, such that you get along and enjoy the persons company.
However, there are certain areas where you should have opposite strengths and weaknesses. This is so you can help each other out.
It is good to evaluate yourself and the type of friends you have, in order to improve your judgment on the type of woman you choose. But also, remember that you must have good qualities that will also appeal to her.
Best wishes on finding a good wife.
How does a positive attitude result in success?
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June 4, 2009
Can you please elaborate on how positive attitude transforms into success? Is it because when the success finally comes, you have arleady visualized in your head how you are going to act?
Brian - Uganda
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To a degree you are correct and that a positive attitude allows you to visualize the outcome. With a positive attitude, you are accepting the possibilities of what you can achieve. A person with a negative attitude can often feel the he is unable to achieve the goal or that things just won't work out the way he wants.
Instead of thinking of success as an end in itself, such as becoming wealthy, you think in terms of becoming successful. That means being able to achieve your goals and being happy about the results.
What is success in your opinion?
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December 11, 2008
Hello!
First of all I'll thank you for providing us with such a nice site.
Everybody has his own definition of success.
What is success in your opinion?
Muhammad - Pakistan
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Success is in the eye of the beholder. One may look at a poor person and say how unsuccessful that person is. But if that person is happy and satisfied and feels he has done the best he can, then he is successful in his own eyes.
But also, success is not a destination you want to reach. Success is the journey to what you want to achieve.
Try to be social but find it difficult to interact
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November 11, 2008
please, at times if i try to be social i find it difficult to interact with people around me what can i do to get my self out that mess
ejike - Nigeria
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Some people have a natural personality that they enjoy working with people, while others prefer to work alone. Both personalities are acceptable.
The biggest factor in interacting with other people is to take interest in them. find out what likes and dislikes another person has and talk about them. People love to talk about themselves, and will enjoy someone who is willing to listen. Gaining that skill in getting others to open up will allow you to be more social too.
Do not think that you are in a mess. It simply takes the effort to listen and be interested in others that will make you more social.
Best wishes in gaining new friends and improving your social life. I know that you have it in you to succeed.
How I can win the hearts of others?
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April 19, 2008
How i can win the hearts of others? Also how can i be confident.
Khalid Niaz - Pakistan
15750
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The first thing to do to get others to like you is to take interest in them and what they like to do. This means allowing the other person to talk about himself or herself before telling about yourself.
This takes curiosity and observation. It works both with men and women.
People love to know that someone is interested in them. If you find some common interest to talk about, you can become dear to each other.
Confidence is sureness about being able to do things. The trick is to start small, with easy successes, acknowledge your success, and then build up to more difficult challenges.
Being friendly and having others respond can build up your confidence in dealing with people, provided you start small and build up your abilities.
Hopefully, these ideas will help you win their hearts and gain confidence.
How do I start a successful business?
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November 24, 2007
how do i start a successful business?
wilfred - Kenya
14836
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First, look at what you are really interested in. Also consider your skills and what you are good at. This can determine the area for the business.
Then, look around at what others are doing in the area of business. Try to get a good idea of something you can provide that others want and need and that you would enjoy providing them. This could be products or services. Also talk to people who own various businesses around your community to get pointers from them, as well as to see about legal requirements and local ordinances you may have to consider.
Once you have a great idea that excites you with its potential, you can plan how you will set up the business, where it will be located, how you will advertise and let others know about your business, and how much money it will cost to get started.
Some people have enough money to start a small business, renting a place to have a store and buying a small amount of product to sell. Others have bigger plans and seek funding from investors. But note that investors now own part of the business.
Finally, start your business on a trial basis. You can them determine if it is a good idea and make adjustments as needed.
I hope this helps. Best wishes in starting a successful business.
Thinking of starting own business to imrpove my life
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October 10, 2007
hallo am mike from kenya working as a driver,am 27yrs n i sometimes feel frustated in life wondering what life has to offer.i think of starting my own small business but i fear quiting my job cause ive no other source of income.ive tried reading inspiration books but they dont seem to change me.what can i do to raise up and become someone in the society and change the lives of so many people like me?please help
Michael - Kenya
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First of all, you need to consider what type of things you really enjoy doing. Also, look at the special skills or talents you have. What are you good at? Often people enjoy doing things they are good at. Your talents and your dreams are the starting point. Write down your goals and look at those goals every day.
Take advantage of your job as a driver. Talk to people and observe. If you can find some products or services that people want and that fit in with your skills, you may be able to get a great idea for a business to start. There has to be a need for something that you can provide. Knowing people and what they want is important. But also knowing people that can help you is just as important.
Good businesses go on the philosophy of helping people to get what they want and need. With the attitude of helping people, you can succeed.
Unless you have been able to save up enough money to live on for 6 months, it is difficult to quit your job to start a new business. Many start on a part-time basis, keeping their regular job until they get established. Talk to people who own small businesses and ask them how they got started. You can learn a lot from them.
Reading for education about running a business and about success is good, but you also need to go out and do things. Talk to people and learn from them. Try things. If something does not work, learn from it and try something else.
The fact that you want to advance yourself is the first big step. Keep moving in the positive direction, and I know you will succeed.
Best wishes in your efforts.
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