What Can We Learn from Baseball?

Dear Friends,

What Can We Learn from Baseball?

Here’s a great story about baseball – and perspective:

A little boy was overheard talking to himself as he strutted through the backyard, wearing his baseball cap and toting a ball and bat. “I’m the greatest hitter in the world,” he announced. Then he tossed the ball into the air, swung at it, and missed.

“Strike one!” he yelled. Undaunted, he picked up the ball and said again, “I’m the greatest hitter in the world!” He tossed the ball into the air. When it came down he swung again and missed. “Strike two!” he cried.

The boy then paused a moment to examine his bat and ball carefully. He spit on his hands and rubbed them together. He straightened his cap and said once more, “I’m the greatest hitter in the world!” Again he tossed the ball up in the air and swung at it. He missed. “Strike Three!”

“Wow!” he exclaimed. “I’m the greatest pitcher in the world!”

Either way – he’s right. Isn’t perspective a wonderful thing?

Sincerely,
On Your Team
Jeffrey Stanton ITI, CLC, CNE, WOW
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Shall We Celebrate Spring?

Dear Friends,

Today is the the first day of spring, but as writer Henry Van Dyke put it, “The first day of spring is one thing, and the first spring day is another. The difference between them is sometimes as great as a month!” Here are some more quotes, in celebration of spring:

Spring unlocks the flowers to paint the laughing soil. – Reginald Heber.

I will always plant a large garden in the spring. Who can resist the feelings of hope and joy that one gets from participating in nature’s rebirth? – Edward Giobbi

Spring is when you feel like whistling even with a shoe full of slush. – Doug Larson

Science has never drummed up quite as effective a tranquilizing agent as a sunny spring day. – W. Earl Hall

Never cut a tree down in the wintertime. Never make a negative decision in the low time. Never make your most important decisions when you are in your worst moods. Wait. Be patient. The storm will pass. The spring will come. – Robert Schuller

My favorite weather is bird-chirping weather. – Loire Hartwould

If we did not sometimes taste of adversity, prosperity would not be so welcome. If we had no winter, the spring would not be so pleasant. – Anne Bradstreet

No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn. – Hal Borland

It was one of those March days when the sun shines hot and the wind blows cold: When it is summer in the light, and winter in the shade. – Charles Dickens

Spring is nature’s way of saying, “Let’s party!” – Robin Williams

Wishing you all the joys that spring can bring.

Sincerely,

On Your Team
Jeffrey Stanton ITI, CLC, CNE, WOW
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Those Canny Canines!

Dear Friends,

If dogs were teachers, here’s what we’d learn:

• When a loved one comes home, always run to greet them.
• Never pass up the opportunity to go for a joyride.
• Allow the experience of fresh air and the wind in your face to be pure ecstasy.
• When it’s in your best interest, practice obedience.
• Let others know when they’ve invaded your territory.
• Take naps. Stretch before rising. Run, romp, and play daily.
• Thrive on attention and let people touch you.
• Avoid biting when a simple growl will do.
• On warm days, stop to lie on your back on the grass.
• On hot days, drink lots of water and lie under a shady tree.
• When you’re happy, dance around and wag your entire body.
• No matter how often you’re scolded, don’t buy into the guilt thing and pout – run right back and make friends.
• Delight in the simple joy of a long walk.
• Eat with gusto and enthusiasm. Stop when you’ve had enough.
• Be loyal.
• Never pretend to be something you’re not.
• If what you want lies buried, keep digging until you find it.
• When someone is having a bad day, be silent, sit close by, and nuzzle them gently.

Come to think of it – dogs are great teachers!

On Your Team
Jeffrey Stanton ITI, CLC, CNE, WOW
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The Cookie Lesson

Dear Friends,

I was recently told this story and I would like to share it with you today...

The Cookie Lesson

After a long, exhausting day, a woman was waiting for her flight in the boarding lounge of a busy airport. When an announcement was made that her flight was delayed, she decided to buy something to read. While she was in the airport shop she also purchased a package of cookies.

She returned to the boarding lounge and began reading. Beside the armrest of the chair where the package of cookies lay sat a man reading a magazine. When she took out the first cookie, the man took one also. She stared – he smiled – and both went back to their reading. She was irritated – “What nerve!” she thought – but said nothing. For each cookie she took, the man took one, too. Soon she’d gone from irritated to infuriated, but she didn’t want to cause a scene.

When only one cookie remained she thought, “What will he do now?” No sooner had she thought that, than the man took the last cookie, divided it in half, and, smiling, gave her one half. That was too much! She opened her mouth to reprimand him, but was interrupted by her flight being called. In a huff she took her book and her bags and stormed to the boarding gate.

After she sat down in her seat on the plane, she opened her purse and to her surprise, there was her package of cookies. Untouched and unopened. She was stunned – and embarrassed. All along, that man had been sharing his cookies with her – and with a smile.

Things aren’t always what they seem!

On Your Team
Jeffrey Stanton ITI, CLC, CNE, WOW
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New Year’s Resolutions For Success

Dear Friends,

Ralph Waldo Emerson (1803-1882), philosopher, poet and public speaker, wrote this a long time ago, but his thoughts are still timely for today, especially when we think about making New Year’s resolutions:

To laugh often and love much; to win the respect of intelligent persons and the affection of children.

To earn the approbation of honest citizens and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty; to find the best in others.

To give one’s self; to leave the world a bit better, whether by a healthy child, a garden patch, or a redeemed social condition.

To have played and laughed with enthusiasm and sung with exultation; to know that even one life has breathed easier because you have lived…

This is to have succeeded.

Wishing you every success in 2009!

On Your Team in 2009 and Beyond...
Jeffrey Stanton ITI, CNE, WOW
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New Year’s Eve: The Midnight Kiss

Dear Friends,

According to some cultural historians, the tradition of kissing at the stroke of midnight on New Year’s Eve dates back to old English and German folklore that held that the first person you encounter in the New Year is indicative of the luck that awaits you in the year ahead. Over time, this evolved to people ensuring that their loved ones were nearby, and the shared kiss came to symbolize the hope that love will last throughout the year.

Others contend that the kiss came about at masked balls held on New Year’s Eve. The masks represented evil spirits of the old year. At midnight the masks were removed, and revelers kissed as a way to purify the New Year.

May You Have All The Luck, Love You Want and a Pure 2009

On Your Team
Jeffrey Stanton ITI, CNE, WOW
Your Trusted Advisor For Life
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Quote of the day

Christmas gift suggestions:
To your enemy, forgiveness.
To an opponent, tolerance.
To a friend, your heart.
To a customer, service.
To all, charity.
To every child, a good example.
To yourself, respect.
– Oren Arnold

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Jeffrey Stanton ITI, CNE, WOW
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The Only One…

It has been said that man is the only animal who laughs, the only one who weeps, the only one who prays, the only one who walks fully erect, the only one who makes fires, the only one who can invent, the only one with a written language, the only one who is proud, the only one who can make progress, the only one who guides his own destiny, the only one who is penitent – and the only one who needs to be.
– David Elton Trueblood

A Lifelong Learner...

Dear Friends,

Richard Branson (English billionaire, philanthropist, and founder of Virgin Atlantic Airways) was asked what he biggest motivotion is. His response is below:

My biggest motivation?
Just to keep challenging myself.
I see life almost like one long university education that I never had.
Every day I’m learning something new.
Fantasizing about the future is one of my favorite pastimes.
- Richard Branson

What is your biggest motivation?

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Jeffrey Stanton
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What is the difference between thinking and feeling?

Good Morning,

One of the finest thinkers of our age is Marilyn Vos Savant, who has the highest IQ ever measured.

When she was asked, "What is the difference between thinking and feeling?"
Her response was, ”Feeling is what you get for thinking the way you do.”

What that means to me is when I have feelings of uncertainty, confusion or fear, I may want to look at the thoughts I have chosen to create those feelings.

Today what will you think?

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Jeffrey Stanton
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Quote Of The Day...

Dear Friends,

Not the maker of plans and promises, but rather the one who offers faithful service in small matters. This is the person who is most likely to achieve what is good and lasting. - Author Unknown

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Jeffrey Stanton

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Persistence

What is Persistence?

Persistence isn't using the same tactics over and over.

That's annoying.

Persistence is having the same goal over and over.

On Your Team.
Jeffrey Stanton
Your Trusted Advisor For Life

Who Decides?

Dear Friends,

I heard this quote years ago, wrote it down and put it on top a pile of papers that I was working on. To my supprise I came accross it today, just when I needed it. I thought that some of you may need to hear it today also.

One of the greatest things you have in life is that no one has the authority to tell you what you want to be. You’re the one who’ll decide what you want to be. The greatest thing you have is your self-image, a positive opinion of yourself. You must never let anyone take it from you.
– Jaime Escalante

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Jeffrey Stanton
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Success Defined...

Dear Friends,

What is the definition of success?

“Success” means we go to sleep at night knowing that our talents and abilities were used in a way that served others. – Marianne Williamson

This is a 3 minute video from simpletruths.com entitled The Nature Of Success.

Thanks for spending 3 minutes with me.....
The best is yet to be!

Helping you succeed every day, by being on your team.
Jeffrey Stanton
Your Trusted Advisor For Life


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Quote Of The Day

Quote Of The Day

I have not failed. I’ve just found 10,000 ways that won’t work.
– Thomas Edison

What Is True Leadership?

Dear Friends,

What Is True Leadership?

True leaders don’t always want to be the leader of the pack. Instead, true leaders are always working on launching others in life. They actually delight in the success of others. They are not threatened by the forward movement of those they lead. They lift them up and give them a hand. They are proud of people when they advance, and they like having had a small hand in helping someone along the way.
Ralph Nader said it succinctly: “The function of leadership is to produce more leaders, not more followers.”

Helping you become a "True Leader"
Jeffrey Stanton
Your Trusted Advisor For Life


One of the fastest ways to build a successful referral based business is by training. Now, with me, I like to invest significant time immersing myself in training, while some people prefer to take it in bite-size chunks. Whatever your preference is, now is the best time to contact me.

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Quote Of The Day: Like Eggs, We Must Hatch

Like Eggs, We Must Hatch
While it may be hard for an egg to turn into a bird, it would be a jolly sight harder for it to learn to fly while remaining an egg. We are like eggs at present. And you cannot go on indefinitely being just an ordinary, decent egg. We must be hatched or go bad.
– C.S. Lewis

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Frozen By Fear? / Quote Of The Day

Benjamin Franklin said, “The man who does things makes mistakes, but he never makes the biggest mistake of all: doing nothing.”

Are You Frozen By Fear?

Many people complain of feeling stuck in life. They say they’re making no progress and feel their paths are blocked. Often this feeling occurs when a person is afraid of making a move in life. He or she chooses to wait instead, sometimes for long periods, to do anything at all.

While considering your options is a good thing, neglecting to take action for prolonged periods of time can indicate you’re stranded because you’re afraid of making a mistake.

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Jeffrey Stanton
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Quote Of The Day

Success is going from failure to failure without a loss of enthusiasm.–
Winston Churchill

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Quote Of The Day 11/18/07

Not everything that can be counted counts,
and not everything that counts can be counted.
– Albert Einstein

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