“I learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear.”
― Nelson Mandela
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We all have busy lives and there is no changing that perception until retirement. It’s just a plain fact that today’s society demands everything in an instant, so who really has the time to wait, especially when it comes to grabbing a “quick” healthy bite to eat.
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If you an entrepreneur with an amazing idea and want to pitch it to your friends or even an investor, get ready to experience sweaty palms and rosy, red cheeks. Why?
Because you never have a second chance to make a first impression!
Here are some tips to avoid screwing it up:
I. Make a plan and write it down.
Here is a plan: The American Express advice US makes it simple and useful.
FIRST BLOCK
1) Name of your business
2) Your product/services
3) Market segment
4) Problem solving
SECOND BLOCK
1) Why your product is needed
2) Which problems can it solve (this makes life easier, saves time and is more productive)
3) Why are you better than the competition—USP
THIRD BLOCK
1) Sales & Profitability Statement
2) End with a statement about what you are looking to accomplish
II. Repeat your pitch format again, and again.
In front of mirror or video camera, run through your offer at least a few times. Also, pitch your idea in front of friends and ask them to be critical by asking several questions.
Overall, if you repeat your sales pitch to roughly ten different people you should be prepared to answer a wider range of questions during the “actual” sales meeting.
You need to achieve the certain level of confidence in your knowledge about what you are trying to express. When the words begin to flow naturally from your mouth in rhythm and sequence, you’re probably ready.
III. Now watch what you recorded
Pay close attention to your body language and facial expressions. Here is a very useful video from TED by Amy Cuddy “Your body language shapes who you are”. Strongly recommended!
IV. Speak simple without generalizing
Try pitching the idea as if you were speaking to a five-year-old child—if a child can understand it, an adult most certainly can too.
V. Remember practice makes perfect!
Good luck!
Officially, Friday arrives in the morning when I open Facebook—and that’s when the majority of my friends are posting pictures and status updates for one single purpose: to share with the world that Friday has finally Rolled Up!
Why is Friday so worthy?
For many folks Friday is rightfully the end of a week worth of prison time—popularly known as “the job.” So, Monday’s are always the first day of going to prison.
Most of us tend to dash out of the office at exactly 5 p.m. every Friday (yep, happens here in Sweden too), or even earlier if the opportunity arises. So, for the most part when the office door is closed and the badge comes off—thankfully, life begins again. Friday symbolizes a chance:
Does this mean that some of us don’t really like what we do for a living? Probably not. Actually, I don’t think I have ever met a person who was completely delighted with their job and didn’t look forward to FRIDAY.
Ordinarily the people who are fans of their jobs are usually self-employed, and of course do not mind the inevitable Monday morning. Individuals who have managed to turn a passion into a profession are also likely to look forward to the first day the week (Monday).
They love Monday’s because it represents new possibilities to develop their knowledge and skills, to create something new, or to continue doing what they do until the stupid weekend forces delays. They happily check-in at their work place, post pictures from corporate meetings and presentations—smiling all week long.
Of course, both Friday and Monday lovers have occasional problems at work, but imagine how different these two minds approach and tackle problems!
Who are you: Monday person or a Friday person?
Have you ever thought of why you are this way?
We all need days off—it is essential. Rest is an investment in your health, family and relationships. However, the question is WHEN to rest?
Have you ever felt this way?
“I have so much to do, but it’s Friday night and I’ve been working all week. I deserved to party! And on Saturday, I’ll take it easy because it’s the weekend.
More often than not, people tend follow the calendar too much by the book. So much that they forget to look at the reality of things. Does it really matter what day of the week it is (if you are able to control your own hours)? If you are free on a Wednesday—take that day off! If you have something important to do on a Saturday—then get it done. Time is everything! So depending on you how you manage it, will ultimately determine your success.
Is your time an investment? Are you in control of it?
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