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Learn to Say No

Monday, June 27th, 2011

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Thank God it’s Monday!™ It’s every single day. Someone finds you out of nowhere, and asks you to help them in some way or another. How do you say no?

First, realize that it is completely fine to say no when appropriate. Say a client suggests that you come by their office for a conversation that would ordinarily take 10 minutes. But now with the commute, you’re looking at an hour—maybe an hour and a half. An hour you can’t afford to give up today.

Allow the client to make that decision for you. Perhaps you could conduct this conversation over the webcam. Tell your client that this would eliminate the required charge for out of office consulting.

Or perhaps Chris, from the cubicle next to yours, pokes his head around the corner in hopes that you can help him with a project he’s been assigned to. Make it clear that you appreciate his thinking of you, but that you will not be able to assist him until Tuesday, or whatever it may be.

Commit yourself to the tasks that are the highest and best use of your time. Learn to say no to the rest when appropriate.

Have a great Monday!

Roxanne

Roxanne Emmerich’s Thank God It’s Monday! How to Create a Workplace You and Your Customers Love climbed to #1 on Amazon’s bestseller list and made the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists—all in the first week of its release. Roxanne is renowned for her ability to transform “ho-hum” workplaces into dynamic, results-oriented, “bring-it-on” cultures. If you are not currently receiving the Thank God It’s Monday e-zine and weekly audios, subscribe today at www.ThankGoditsMonday.com.

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Perception Wins

Monday, May 23rd, 2011

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Thank God it’s Monday!™ Success in the marketplace is not so much a measure of quality as it is a measure of the perception of quality.

Take for instance the historic competition between Pepsi and Coke. You would think that Coke tastes better, given that it consistently outsells its competitor. But does it really?

The Pepsi Challenge revealed otherwise. After conducting nationwide blind taste tests, the conclusion was undeniable. 57% of consumers preferred the taste of Pepsi compared to the 43% who preferred the taste of Coke. Interesting, isn’t it?

You don’t have to be the best. But you do have to be perceived as the best. Perception is everything. Create a great perception.

Have a great Monday!

Roxanne

Roxanne Emmerich’s Thank God It’s Monday! How to Create a Workplace You and Your Customers Love climbed to #1 on Amazon’s bestseller list and made the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists—all in the first week of its release. Roxanne is renowned for her ability to transform “ho-hum” workplaces into dynamic, results-oriented, “bring-it-on” cultures. If you are not currently receiving the Thank God It’s Monday e-zine and weekly audios, subscribe today at www.ThankGoditsMonday.com.

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Make Change Possible

Thursday, May 12th, 2011

Can people change? Really change? Can you change negative behaviors into positive ones? And if you change, can you make the change last?
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Be Likeable

Monday, March 21st, 2011

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Thank God it’s Monday!™ The formula for getting others to like you is quite simple. First of all, use the person’s name. Dale Carnegie says that the sweetest name in the English language is a person’s name.

As you get to know each other, ask questions about their lives and genuinely care about their answers. And if you don’t inherently care, learn to care. Others can sense superficiality, and so decide to become genuine.

As discussion goes on, spend time speaking about topics that coincide with their interests. It’s really that simple. The more questions you ask of others, the more you make them feel like they matter to you. Before you know it, nobody will be able to resist liking you!

Have a great Monday!

Roxanne

Roxanne Emmerich’s Thank God It’s Monday! How to Create a Workplace You and Your Customers Love climbed to #1 on Amazon’s bestseller list and made the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists—all in the first week of its release. Roxanne is renowned for her ability to transform “ho-hum” workplaces into dynamic, results-oriented, “bring-it-on” cultures. If you are not currently receiving the Thank God It’s Monday e-zine and weekly audios, subscribe today at www.ThankGoditsMonday.com.

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How Do You Want Others to Describe You?

Monday, March 7th, 2011

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Thank God it’s Monday!™ In his book The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, Stephen Covey walks you through a meditation wherein you attend your own funeral.

Not surprisingly, it stimulates some pretty far-reaching thought. Think for a second about your own funeral. How would others describe you? As a friend? As a coworker? As a parent?

Life is hectic, and life is unexpected. And life can be incredibly fast-paced. But never let things move so quickly that you forget who you are and what you are truly doing.

Take a minute, and play the scene out. Be honest with yourself. Be fair. Are you leaving the legacy that you intend to leave?

Have a great Monday!

Roxanne

Roxanne Emmerich’s Thank God It’s Monday! How to Create a Workplace You and Your Customers Love climbed to #1 on Amazon’s bestseller list and made the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists—all in the first week of its release. Roxanne is renowned for her ability to transform “ho-hum” workplaces into dynamic, results-oriented, “bring-it-on” cultures. If you are not currently receiving the Thank God It’s Monday e-zine and weekly audios, subscribe today at www.ThankGoditsMonday.com.

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Open Your Heart

Monday, February 28th, 2011

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Thank God it’s Monday!™ After recording his first album Sittin’ In, Kenny Loggins felt lost. He had finally achieved what had been his lifelong dream. And now, after getting there, where was he to go?

Performing in a show soon thereafter, Kenny found himself struggling to get the crowd engaged… until he saw the eyes of a young child looking up at him…

He claims that her “face was radiant… just pouring love at me.”Only then did Kenny open his heart. And as he did so, the eyes of more fans lit up. The outpouring of love swept the whole crowd. Before the song had finished, the entire crowd had risen to its feet.

Try opening your own heart and allowing your love to pour outward. Pretty soon, you too will have the whole crowd standing.

Have a great Monday!

Roxanne

Roxanne Emmerich’s Thank God It’s Monday! How to Create a Workplace You and Your Customers Love climbed to #1 on Amazon’s bestseller list and made the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists—all in the first week of its release. Roxanne is renowned for her ability to transform “ho-hum” workplaces into dynamic, results-oriented, “bring-it-on” cultures. If you are not currently receiving the Thank God It’s Monday e-zine and weekly audios, subscribe today at www.ThankGoditsMonday.com.

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Step into Confidence

Monday, February 14th, 2011

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Thank God it’s Monday!™ Imagine for a second what life would look like with no insecurities. I mean truly—not a single, personal, insecurity.

Things would feel great, right? You would stare, fearless, right into the eye of the economy. You would step into your swimsuit and walk toward the crowded beach—head held high. You would wear your hair as you pleased, dress down because it’s comfortable, and smile brightly because you have the best smile in the entire world.

So who came up with the notion of caring what others think? Who came up with the idea that what others think can bring you down? I assure you that you are amazing beyond belief. Tell yourself that, because it’s true. Soon you’ll see it too.

Have a great Monday!

Roxanne

Roxanne Emmerich’s Thank God It’s Monday! How to Create a Workplace You and Your Customers Love climbed to #1 on Amazon’s bestseller list and made the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists—all in the first week of its release. Roxanne is renowned for her ability to transform “ho-hum” workplaces into dynamic, results-oriented, “bring-it-on” cultures. If you are not currently receiving the Thank God It’s Monday e-zine and weekly audios, subscribe today at www.ThankGoditsMonday.com.

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Overcome Your Programming

Friday, February 11th, 2011

“I can.” “I can’t.” “I’m not good enough.” “Good stuff just happens to me.” “I always get sick every winter.”
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Choose Your Emotion

Monday, February 7th, 2011

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Thank God it’s Monday!™ The fact that you’re angry is not an issue. Like feeling tired, restless, excited, or ecstatic, anger is simply an emotion. But when you feel it coming, know what to do with it.

Admit that you’re angry, calm down, and put the scope of your issue in perspective. Try to find a way to laugh at the issue. Just like any Seinfeld episode, there tends to exist a comical aspect to any seemingly bad situation—so recognize the humor by looking at your problem from the outside.

While laughter helps, eventually you must confront the source of your anger… but no need to rush this. Allow yourself to cool down prior to confronting the issue.

How many times have you ‘lost it’ only to later regret what you said in the heat of the moment? Avoid the confrontation until you think clearly enough to avoid the regret that inevitably comes later.

Have a great Monday!

Roxanne

Roxanne Emmerich’s Thank God It’s Monday! How to Create a Workplace You and Your Customers Love climbed to #1 on Amazon’s bestseller list and made the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists—all in the first week of its release. Roxanne is renowned for her ability to transform “ho-hum” workplaces into dynamic, results-oriented, “bring-it-on” cultures. If you are not currently receiving the Thank God It’s Monday e-zine and weekly audios, subscribe today at www.ThankGoditsMonday.com.

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Get Out of the River

Monday, January 31st, 2011

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Thank God it’s Monday!™ How many of us are just floating? Living life aimlessly… letting the river of life take us where it pleases, and just sitting back for the ride…

Don’t get me wrong, that’s certainly nice at times, but a life lived with passion and purpose is so much better. Now where do you see yourself ten years from now? Five years from now? Next year?

You say the answers aren’t so clear? Well then, how do you think you’ll ever get there!? The good news is you can fix it. You can refocus your life quite easily—but first you must have a sense of where you are going.

So take a moment—whether you’re at the office, in the kitchen, or sitting in bed—and write out the answers to those questions. As you begin to think of the possibilities, you’ll certainly feel a rush of energy. That future can be yours. So step up, refocus, get the heck out of the river, and make it happen!

Have a great Monday!

Roxanne

Roxanne Emmerich’s Thank God It’s Monday! How to Create a Workplace You and Your Customers Love climbed to #1 on Amazon’s bestseller list and made the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists—all in the first week of its release. Roxanne is renowned for her ability to transform “ho-hum” workplaces into dynamic, results-oriented, “bring-it-on” cultures. If you are not currently receiving the Thank God It’s Monday e-zine and weekly audios, subscribe today at www.ThankGoditsMonday.com.

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