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Do you have it in you to join the elite brand of the rich and famous? Then bring out the star material in you; your strongest asset should win you accolades of success.

Push all your petty weakness down the drain, promising yourself never to lean on it for self-pity and remorse.Bring out the hidden lion in you; dare to dream big. Keep one thing in mind; only when you dream big, you can achieve that kind of big and stupendous success. If you wallow in your small and secure world, you will always remain so. Fame can touch you and turn you an overnight star, but that intense craving is needed. The real hunger and want for big success should be in your blood, so much so, that lady luck finally relents and showers herself on you! If you have it in you, you can join this fascinating field and attract the audience towards your performance.

Be exceptional in your talent, whereby no one dares to touch you or point you wrong. Be that unparallel and unique in your talent field – the ultimate best. Therefore, developing your inborn talent is very essential, in fact the first step to success. After honing your skills you need to market it in proper way. Your imagination and desires should be in tune with the reality world. Work out your potential talent, reshape it in accordance and start the action. This will definitely set the ball rolling in your direction. Be practical at the same time- aim for the impossible. Change your plan into reality by making unbending efforts that is within your reach. Hours of research and hard work may be required for attracting the right attention. Learn something from other people. The profiles and history of prominent personalities might give you an idea and motivate you. Their story from rags to riches may help you keep your nerve and struggle hard.

Daydreaming without moving a limb will take you nowhere. Watch lots of inspiring movies; subscribe local and international magazines. They can further your cause. There is an element of drama, literally in the lives of many high-profile Americans. So take a cue, bring out a surprise package through your performance for the audience to revel in it.

Once you are sure of yourself, go right ahead and market your talent, learn to sell and broadcast your skills. Tap the audience including event organizers, agents, managers and producers. If you limit and slot yourself into any particular category, it will be a big mistake for further growth. Famous personalities exude oodles of self-confidence and a distinct style of their own. Aim high and be ready to take on risks, you will surely succeed. And even if you stumble, remember ‘failure is the stepping stone to success!’ So have faith over your capabilities and dream on, who knows, the destination may be just round the corner!

Cheers,

Charlotte

Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act ofcaring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around. LeoBuscaglia

During this Christmas season many people stress themselves out and may become depressed due to their inability to provide what they wantfor their loved ones. Often times we allow this to be the season ofbeat down. Yes, I said that and what I mean is that you may beatyourself down because you’re unable to do better than you did last yearor you can’t get that special gift that you know your loved one desires.

Don’t feel bad it’s a human feeling, however, we are responsible for our actions. Are you responding this year the same way you respondedlast year? Are you allowing this season which is a season of giving tobecome a dreaded time of year? It is the season of giving not simplybecause of what we give but rather what God gave to us, “His gift” Hisonly Son Jesus Christ.

Don’t forget the true meaning of Christmas. It is a time that we as Christians celebrate the birth of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Itis then and only then that you can remember and take to heart themessage in the above quote. There is power in the things that we deemvery small. Sure it’s good to give tangible gifts, however, in themidst of your busy endeavors to fulfill the wants of your loved onesdon’t forget passers by or that sister that was put on your heart whomay be going through this year because her loved one is no longer herethis Christmas. Place a phone call, send a card. If you see her atchurch take an extra minute to greet her with an endearing look intoher eye and embrace her with a hug. This can turn a life around.

Give the gift of Authentic caring this Christmas and always. That’s a gift worth giving.

Merry Christmas!

Robin aka The Empowerment Diva

Mentor,Coach,Trainer

Creator of Empowerment Success Songs

Author The Dynamic Power of Focus for The Unstoppable Woman - 2011

http://www.Authenticlifeempowerment.com

Motivational quotes to inspire you!

"As we increasingly master our perceptions, beliefs and thought/feeling patterns, we magnetically attract that which we most desire."

- Luanne Oakes

Show love to small business this holiday season. This time of the year is make or break for us just as it is for large companies. The Big difference, our money is recycled back into the community and not sitting in someone's portfolio. So when you head out for Black Friday and Cyber Monday, leave a credit/debit card or cash a home so you can spend some money with a small business. Preferably a Black Business.

We are and will be the employers your kids will get their first job with. We are first on the list when community groups need contributions of any kind. Yet if we don't have the sales we can't support the community. This is the circle of Life.

I rarely do sales so take advantage of it.

http://wirequeen.com

Motivational quotes to inspire you!

"Within you right now is the power to do things you never dreamed possible. This power becomes available to you just as soon as you can change your beliefs."

-- Maxwell Maltz

Motivational quotes to inspire you!

"As you begin to take action toward the fulfillment of your goals and dreams, you must realize that not every action will be perfect. Not every action will produce the desired result. Not every action will work. Making mistakes, getting it almost right, and experimenting to... see what happens are all part of the process of eventually getting it right."

- Jack Canfield

Here are some important things that you should remember about competition:

1) No One is Perfect. Your competition makes mistakes, and runs into problems, issues, and obstacles, just like you do.

2) There’s Room Enough For All Of Us To Be Successful. Don’t believe for one minute that the success of someone else, somehowcompromises your potential to be successful. This is simply not true.

3) What God Has For You, Is For You. No one can take it away from you. It’s all a part of a greater plan and purpose foryour life. No one can steal it from you, and only you can fulfill yourlife’s purpose.

4) Stay focused on your core vision/mission/passion, and you will always stand out from your competition. Why? Because you’re busy being the best that you can be.

If you’re an entrepreneur, and wondering how you can stand out from your competitors, or simply be competitive with companies or individualswho may have more resources than you do, remember these tips:

- Offer High value

-Offer great customer service

-Solve an existing problem

-Offer solutions and/or convenience to your customers in a unique way.

-Be accessible.

Remember, Competition is Nothing.

Motivational quotes to inspire you.

"Think about your future possibilities and the fact that your potential is virtually unlimited. You can do what you want to do and go where you want to go. You can be the person you want to be. You can set large and small goals and make plans and move step-by-step, progressively toward their realization. There are no obstacles to what you can accomplish except the obstacles that you create in your mind."

-Brian Tracy

Motivational quotes to inspire you.

"The mathematics of high achievement--

Begin with a dream.

Divide the problems and conquer them one by one.

Multiply the exciting possibilities in your mind.

Subtract all the negative thoughts to get started.

Add enthusiasm and determination.

And the result will be attainment of your goal."

- Anonymous

For more motivational quotes & articles, check out my blog, Mocha Writes.

Motivational quotes to inspire you.

"There is an art to living well, a meaning for our lives. The careers we choose are our pathways to mastery. They are to amplify our capabilities and values, our character and courage. Answering three questions continually, no matter our age or station, will keep us on a course of productivity, integrity and fulfillment: Who am I? Where am I going? Why am I going there?"

"...God wants [you] to have [your] reward. Prepare to claim it. Have a vision for yourself and others far beyond the present reality. Declare it and work toward it."

- Susan L. Taylor

For more posts like this, check out my blog, Mocha Writes.

Motivational quotes to inspire you.

At times people and things get in our way because we feel the need to appease everyone that comes along. We forget the simple things such as a kind word or a smile that can impact our day in such a delightful way and raise the bar for us in our business. So today...

Do you feel tired from giving too much? Are you involved in a co-dependent relationship that you can't seem to let go of and its affecting your business? Are you growing your business at the same time growing and embracing you " A leader of your business" ? More specifically, are you in the right business?

Ladies if you are you passionately minding your business then it will show. It will show as your business grows with new prospects, clients, initiatives, additional networking ideas etc. Set the tone for your business today and the rest as they say is history!

God Bless,

Marlene McCray, MS

Personal Development Trainer & Compass Representative

http://www.fallintoyou.com

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I sometimes get asked for advice by friends or colleagues for suggestions on how their sibling, child,nephew, niece, or grandchild can establish a career as a professionaldancer, and also, if it’s a career that will offer stability andlongevity at some point.

For details on how to pursue a career in dance, check out my article, “TheProfessional Dancer’s Survival Kit”.

To learn about wages and salaries for dance instructors, check out the article, “WindowInto Wages“, highlighting our Kiner Enterprises Inc. Dance IndustryReport.

In the meantime, check out why professional dancers make great business people!

Qualities of a Professional Dancer:

-Passion
-Vision
-Strength
-Tenacity
-Determination
-Discipline
-Know-How/Talent

Qualities of a Successful Business Person:

-Passion
-Vision
-Strength
-Tenacity
-Determination
-Discipline
-Know-How/Talent

It’s no wonder that so many professional dancers are able to transition into, or compliment theirpassion for dance with a successful business career!

Whether it’s opening a dance studio, starting your own dance company or clothing line, publishing adance magazine or website, or founding the 1st and only national danceteacher staffing agency in the U.S. (Kiner Enterprises Inc.),dancers are more business savvy than you think!

The main key, in my opinion, that separates the dancer, from the dancer/business person is the desire tocreate your own “Big Break”. Many dancers dream of getting their “BigBreak” in their dance career, that one job, show, or gig that takestheir career to the next level, and opens the doors of opportunity. Theyhope and dream, and wait around for someone to recognize their talent,and pave the way to success for them.

However, it is the dancer who is interested in creating their own “Big Break” that experiences therewards of a successful business career. The journey of entrepreneurshipis a complicated one, and the path to success is very bumpy,unpredictable, and doesn’t have the straightforward equation of“audition equals job”. But, it’s well worth the tumultuous journey!

My advice to any dancer interested in launching a career in business, whether it is dance-related or not,is, go for it! You already embody the innate qualities of a successfulbusiness person! The only thing holding you back is you! Good luck!

Have you ever done a particular task or activity while you were distracted, then again when you were focused? Could you see/feel adifference? Were the results different?

I’m from the school of thought that, in order to do something well, and get it done in a timely manner, you need to focus on that oneparticular thing, preferably without interruption, if possible. I don’tsay that because it’s easy to do, but because, based on experience, it’sthe way you get the best results, and get things done within areasonable time frame. However, if you think that by simply “focusing”,your phone will stop ringing, e-mails will stop coming through, orpeople will refrain from disturbing you, I would say that you’re a bitdelusional! That’s not going to happen. Mastering the power of focusrefers to being able to block out that which is around you (or evenwithin at times), or anything outside of what you’re focusing on, inorder to complete a task or activity, fulfill a purpose, or reach agoal.

Ever wonder why parents say to their children, “no tv until your homework is done”? Because they want their child to focus on the task athand, and get it done.

How do you think gold-medalists, professional athletes, performing artists, public speakers, etc. are able to excel under very stressfuland high-pressure circumstances? They have mastered the power of focus.

Now I must warn you, some people may not appreciate your new-found “power of focus” attitude, because it means that they may not have thesame access to you that they once had. You may take a little longer toget back to someone, or you may have to say ‘no’ on occasion, becausewhile you’re focusing on one thing, other people/things will have towait. People, in general, tend to have a lack of patience, especiallynowadays with the speed of technology that we’ve all grown so accustomto. So be prepared for some opposition.

If you start to feel guilty, or wonder if it’s all worth it or not, just think about your doctor. Would you want him/her to examine you, andtwo other patients at the same time? Would you mind if he/she wastexting while doing surgery on you? Or would you prefer that his/hertotal and complete focus be on you, until the task is complete? Ialready know the answer to that question.

Please note that while writing this blog post I did not check my e-mail, BBM, text, answer calls, or check voice msgs once. :)

Stay tuned for “Mastering the Power of Focus” Part 2, where I’ll discuss how mastering the power of focus can improve your health andwellness. If you have questions, or a specific topic you’d like me tocover in this series, please feel free to leave a comment.

This blog post from Kiner Enterprises Inc. Dancer's Blog, http://danceprosusa.wordpress.com.