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October 8, 2007  Number 256

Table of Contents
  1. On Special Offers and Invitations
  2. On Happiness
  3. On a Standing Ovation
  4. On Marketing Without Fear
  5. On the Snooze
  6. On Useful Websites and Announcements
  7. On Subscribing and Canceling (at the end of newsletter)

Welcome to Monday Morning Mindfulness . . . to my clients, colleagues and friends. Join me every other Monday in getting motivated and inspired to act/think/feel differently.

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1. ON SPECIAL OFFERS AND INVITATIONS ______________________________________________________

Visit my new Blog (an online journal) at www.schrift.com/blog 'On How to give a Talk to Market your Business,' 'On Speaking Jitters,' "On Less is More," and "On Pacing." (for speakers) "On Consistency" and "On Speaking Naturally." Tell me what you think . . . and add your own comments.

My gift to MMM subscribers - To succeed at any undertaking, you need at least one other person. What would it be worth to you to get some ideas on how to increase your income? This offer is only available to the first 10 people who contact me. From now until October 21, you may schedule a 45 minute coaching call for $45. ($150 value) Any topic (s) of your choice around marketing your speaking , coaching or general business. Schedule your call with me now! Sessions are until October 21, 2007. Contact me at Sandra@schrift.com. If you need more input on how I may help you, go to: http://www.schrift.com/testimony.htm

POWER PRESENTATIONS FOR PROFESSIONALS - Two speaker/coaches, Chris Witt and Sandra Schrift,will guide you through the skill of speaking confidently and persuasively. This new Audio CD will help you master a few simple, yet sophisticated strategies . Do you want to learn how to give a compelling speech? Would you like to know what sets leaders apart? Are you ready to prepare a speech that hits your audience's hot buttons?. High content and useful application for business professionals, emerging speakers and coaches. click here for full description and to order. (available as an MP3)

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2. ON HAPPINESS
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The Dalai lama has a simple belief. That ALL human beings (including sentient beings) want happiness and do not want suffering. He believes that happiness comes from happiness, not hatred or anger. So how do we get there? Through kindness, mutual understanding, and through mutual respect which will bring us peace and harmony. The practice of kindness is very, very important. We don’t need temples, monasteries, images, etc., we just simply need to practice kindness on ourselves and others.

The Coach agrees. . . to be a good human being is to be a warm- hearted person. Are you?

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3. ON A STANDING OVATION
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All professional speakers want to give a great talk and provide information that will benefit their audience. They also relish and appreciate receiving a standing ovation. Here are some ways to get one:

  • Tell your audience what they need to know- so they can go out the door and take some action, to do it better.
  • Speak to their emotions, their heart and soul. Be compelling and inspire them to think and do differently.
  • Be an entertaining speaker – have fun with your audience . . . make them laugh!
  • Practice, Practice, Practice. Then you will own your talk and be present for your audience.
  • Finally, give your audience hope – that they can achieve their goals and dreams, whatever they may be.

The Coach asks . . .did you get one AHA! from this list?  

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4. ON MARKETING WITHOUT FEAR
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Author, C.J. Hayden, suggests that whenever you find yourself hesitant or fearful about marketing because of what people might say to you, consider these six countermeasures to help you keep going.

  1. Be less self critical and focus on your “fan mail.”
  2. Don't take a client's refusal to mean there is something wrong with you.
  3. When a prospect does not get back to you in a timely manner, they may be too busy – not because they do not like your style.
  4. You do not need to be perfect – just deliver the message that you will get the job done.
  5. Get out there and do the work – with practice you will eventually be great at what you do.
  6. “The path to success is by taking consistent action in pursuit of your goals even when doubts creep in.”

The Coach sez . . . if you don’t market yourself, you will be the best kept secret!

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5. ON THE SNOOZE
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Manhattan now has MetroNaps, a collection of high-tech individual sleep pods on the 24th floor of the Empire State Building. Your investment to go 'off line' is $14 for 20 minutes. Verlyn Klinkenborg thinks that making your way to Midtown and then paying for a nap seems to 'contradict the very spirit of napping, which is simply, to nod off.' Researchers agree that a short nap in the afternoon, is a good idea. Just close your office door and sit back and doze off.

The Coach asks . . .why does napping have to end with kindergarten?

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6. ON USEFUL WEB SITES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
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Speak Like a Pro for Profit - Struggling to get clients? Want to have a full speaking calendar? This e-book contains proven tips and techniques to become a polished presenter to speak effectively to anyone, anywhere, with confidence. I wrote this for speakers, coaches, authors and business professionals who want to deliver persuasive presentations and/or grow a profitable speaking business. Only $8.95. http://www.schrift.com/speaklikeaproforprofit/index.htm for details.

'This book provides practical and sound advice. I have worked with Sandra and find her knowledge and guidance invaluable.'
--Dr. Christine Wood, Pediatrician, speaker, author

If you want to install a bilingual dictionary in your computer Freelang offers a Free Offline Dictionary Program. Install the program once, then download as many languages as you need. http://www.freelang.net/expressions/hello.html

A Web site that provides a variety of no-cost background information on every area in the country is www.Zipskinny.com

If you need to send large files, like PowerPoint, use www.sendthisfile.com It is free and there is no file size limit!

 Fr*ee reports on public speaking skills at: http://www.schrift.com/articles.html

Where in the World is Sandra?
November 21-24 - Phoenix, AZ
December 6-17 - Costa Rica
When you are visiting San Diego, contact me,
sandra@schrift.com Let's share conversation.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
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Coach Sandra Schrift shares a few easy-to-read insights in this bi-weekly broadcast, and welcomes positive responses and input. Her 13 years as the founder/owner of The Podium Speakers Bureau in San Diego afforded her the privilege to work with many outstanding professional speakers and meeting planners nationwide. She knows what the Meeting Planners want . . . and knows what speakers need to know!

As Jack Canfield writes in his book, The Success Principles,
'Of all the things successful people do to accelerate their trip down the path to success, participating in some kind of coaching program is at the top of the list.'

Let me help you clarify your vision and goals, work you through your fears, live in authenticity, keep you focused and earn more.

If you are interested in exploring a coaching package or just want to see if I am a good match for you as a coach, please email me at: Sandra@schrift.com for a complimentary thirty (30) minute coaching call.

If you are an executive, you will benefit by strengthening your presentation skills, so that whatever audio-visual aid you use will enhance, rather than distract from, your message.

As your coach, Sandra provides you with greater focus, increased ways to prospect, more ideas for getting referrals, and just more business.

E-mail Sandra for your Complimentary 30 minute Coaching Call: Sandra@schrift.com (http://www.schrift.com )

"Thank you so much for your valuable time, Sandra. I found your free consultation extremely practical, focused, and, if I don't take the actions you suggest, I have only myself to blame. This is no sales gimmick. You are for real."
--Bob Lancer, professional speaker

Thank you for reading this issue of Monday Morning Mindfulness. Look for your next issue on October 22, 2007.

"We find comfort among those who agree with us – growth among those who don't."
--Frank A. Clark

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