Category Archives: Positive Thinking

SMARTER Goals: A is for Attainable

Posted on February 15, 2019 by David Motto

No matter how specific and measurable your goals are, it’s equally important that you feel your goals are Attainable. When you feel you have a way to attain your goal, you’ll feel more positive and motivated in your pursuit of … Continue reading →

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Make More Time: Go to Bed Fifteen Minutes Later

Posted on February 12, 2019 by David Motto

If you’re not a morning person, you will hate the strategy I used in yesterday’s blog post – where I suggested that you get up earlier. It’s fine. You’re not a morning person. So, don’t use that strategy. Instead, do … Continue reading →

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Question Your Brain

Posted on February 6, 2019 by David Motto

Our brains control everything about our lives: how we perceive the world, what actions we’re willing to take, our dreams and desires, how we react to everything around us, and so much more. What if our brains aren’t designed to … Continue reading →

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Ten Minute Virtuoso Tip: Take a Single Step Today

Posted on January 31, 2019 by David Motto

Goals, to-do lists, business plans, projects, dreams and desires. It can all seem overwhelming, getting what you truly want in life. Here’s a Ten Minute Virtuoso tip: Give yourself permission to take just one step toward your goal today. That’s … Continue reading →

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Venus Williams on Confidence

Posted on January 30, 2019 by David Motto

Do you believe these statements? Confidence is a choice. Confidence can be learned. Confidence is a skill you can acquire. Or, do you believe these statements? Some people are born confident. Confidence is an innate state of mind. You’re either … Continue reading →

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Make More Time: Use Visualizations

Posted on January 29, 2019 by David Motto

You can practice any skill without actually doing the skill itself. See, hear, and feel yourself doing the skill perfectly. If you can, also taste and smell the process. The more senses the better! Take mental control of any aspect … Continue reading →

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Increase Your Focus: Start with the Goal that Scares You

Posted on January 27, 2019 by David Motto

If you follow my advice for increasing your focus for your daily work, you’ve already got just a few goals for today (no more than three), and these goals are written down. Great. Now what? If you want to supercharge … Continue reading →

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Steve Young’s Success Secret – Thinking

Posted on January 6, 2019 by David Motto

What does a retired NFL quarterback who’s obsessed with golf – but doesn’t have enough time to practice regularly – have to teach us about performance optimization? It’s simple: Thinking That’s right. When you can’t do the activity, think about … Continue reading →

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A Goal is a Dream with a Deadline

Posted on January 5, 2019 by David Motto

Great quote from Napoleon Hill, shared by success guru Brian Tracy:

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Your Social Network Affects Your Health and Happiness

Posted on January 4, 2019 by David Motto

I ran across a terrific article by Tara Parker-Pope in the New York Times on the benefits of spending time with the right people. Turns out that who you spend time with influences nearly every aspect of your life. I … Continue reading →

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