I ran across this motivational article written by Mr Jackie O'Quinn successful Business Developer, Coastal Director, Author and Featured Speaker. Caution this one will hit you in the gut he pulls no punches.
SUCCESS IS A CHOICE!
by Jackie O'Quinn, 14 June 2004
“We are, what we have chosen to be” –Author Unknown
In a Democratic nation we have many choices. The sum of our choices will determine the level of success we will reach. You will hear people say, “One day I am going to have a bigger home” or “I will make more money” or “I will drive a better car.” The question you have to ask yourself if you have said these things is, “Do I really mean it?” If you do, do you have a plan? Will your current plan get you the things that you have said you wanted? If you answered no, to one of the last three questions, then you are only dreaming. You are wishing with no real desire and will likely have no more than you currently have in life. You see we have to make a conscious decision to succeed in life or to just have something more. If you are unhappy with your life then look in the mirror because in all likelihood you have no one else to blame but yourself. Sure, there are circumstances OUT of our control; but how we deal with and overcome those circumstances IS within our control!
We can choose what to wear. We can choose the hairstyle or haircut we want. We choose who our friends are. We choose what jobs to apply for. We decide whether or not to show up at work on time. Does it not stand to reason, that if we have so many choices in life? We can make choices that will allow us to be successful? If you wanted to start a business and didn’t have the money, you can choose to save, beg, borrow, and scrap the money until you have enough to get started. The great thing about Coastal as we know is it didn’t take that much to get started. Let’s face it; if one’s life depended on it 90% of the people in a Democratic nation could come up with at least $5000 within 72 hours. So the real question is how bad do you want it? If you choose to just work your nine to five J.O.B. (Just Over Broke) and choose not to get anymore out of life. Please do me this one favor, don’t be envious or hateful as I become more and more successful just because you have chosen not to.
It amazes me at the number of people who are unhappy in life and are quick to ridicule those that seem to have more; but yet they refuse to make choices that would allow them to get more out of life. If you have chosen to join this amazing business of ours, then congratulations! You are making a choice to get more out of life and to succeed in some way. However, if you are in Coastal and you are making $50,000 to $60,000 a year but continue to say you want to make $100,000. Ask yourself, “Am I making the choice to do that or am I just wishing it?” It is ok to wish and to fantasize about things just make sure that you are honest with yourself and you recognize the difference between wishing and choosing.
If you are just starting with Coastal make a CHOICE right away to be successful. If your business is not doing as well as you would like, that’s great! You can choose to change that! Make a CHOICE to grow your business to where you want it. If you want to make $50,000 in this business then CHOOSE that. If you want to make $100,000 then CHOOSE that. If you want to make $1,000,000 then CHOOSE that. Just remember success is a choice!
What CHOICE ARE YOU MAKING?
Tuesday, October 13, 2009
Jackie O'Quinn Said It
Thursday, October 8, 2009
IMPORTANT...A Moment of Your Time
Do you believe in reaping and sowing? How about karma? You know good karma and bad karma, bad karma hangs over us like a dark cloud. Until you build up some of that good stuff that bad karma just chases you. You keep having those days you can't do nothing right.
OK maybe karma's not your thing and you don't really grasp reaping and sowing, how about "what goes around comes around". You 've heard that before I'm sure.
What if it was possible to have good people just randomly do good things for you. Some of us :) would call it a blessing. Do you know one of the best ways to be blessed? Do something simply out of the kindness of your heart for someone else and bless them. That's an example of sowing good things, and if we sow good things then we must reap good things.
LISTEN UP! It doesn't have to be a big thing either, just selfless.
Here's a selfless opportunity for you. Below is a letter I got from a very success business woman Angela Lasher who I've partnered with over the years. She's had such an incredible impact on so many people's lives. She's smart, intelligent and just knows how to get things done and benefit others at the same time. She has something she cares about and we can take 2 minutes of our day and help her for a good cause.
PLUS: you will be building good Karma, Sowing good things or making sure when you need someone they are there!
REMEMBER! It's the small things we do that has the largest impact.
FROM: Angela Lasher
Ok, everyone we need your help! Let's all pay it forward.....
My fiance's sister, Jessica Griesemer has Cystic Fibrosis. She is 23 years old. She is a Speech Pathology Major and just began her first 2 years in West Chester University's Grad school program. Jessica is one of 40 CF students who is up for a $17,000 scholarship. The student with the most votes will win the scholarship. This is where she needs your help.
She is hardworking, amazing heart to help people and is excited to help 100's and ,000's of childen with there speech. This will take just 5 min. of your time to place your votes for her. Every person is allowed to place 1 vote in 3 different ways, for a total of 3 votes per person.
1. Vote on the website: www.solvaycaresscholarship.com (It's under Jessica G.)
2. Call the toll free number, 1-888-305-9808 (she is number 17, just enter that in with the # sign)
3. Send a text to 30364 (type in...VOTE 17)
On the website you will see her short story and picture attached.
The deadline to place your voted is October 15, 2009. Please pass this on to those that you know and let's pay it forward!
We appreciate your help! Thank you soooo much you guys!!! This team rocks and I have faith you all will help her out!!!
Please respond to this e-mail when you have voted all 3 ways, so we know how many voted we have, thanks again!
God Bless!!
Angela Lasher
Thanks for your help! See that wasn't hard!
Yours Truly,
Stacy O'Quinn
888-348-0180
P.S. I think it's that reaping and sowing thing that has caused our company DFI to have so many success stories, it's just a great group of people to work with. They way we all help each other is just powerful!
P.S.S. DFI is an incredible Company full of Mom's and Dad's who get to work from home spending free time with there kids. Angela actually made 40K in the last 2 months. Not bad for a stay home mom either :)
Wednesday, October 7, 2009
What are you doing with Yours?
ONE SHOT THAT'S ALL WE COULD ASK FOR!
In life sometimes we just need that one shot. Yours either is about to happen, could happen or is happening. Don't ever look back and realize you missed that shot.
Here is a video of one little boy who made the most of his SHOT!
Live your life to the fullest!
Stacy O'Quinn
888-348-0180
Tuesday, October 6, 2009
Tara from MI made 40K in 4 months!!!
Got this letter about a promotion that Snap Response is doing. But more importantly listen to the Link from Tara in MI she is a Newer Member of DFI working her Coastal Business.
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Have you heard of the AMAZING SUCCESS these Coastal Travel business owners have had with our leads? Listen to what Tara H. from Ann Arbor, MI says about our leads: http://PlayAudioMessage.com/play.asp?m=584988&f=GQPTRG&ps=13&c=FFFFFF&pm=2&h=25
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Have a great day! Sincerely,
The SnapResponse Team http://www.SnapResponse.com
That letter was worth Tara's Story all by itself!
Have a Great Day,
Stacy O'Quinn
P.S. If you want to have success like Tara complete this form!
IMPORTANT: From the desk of Hans Johnson
I have so much more confidence to go out and talk to people. Without the skills I have learned from Dani, I would be spinning my wheels. Thank you! ~Shannon Tope
Since coaching with Dani, I took some time out my business to repair my relationship with my kids and my husband who I had been neglecting. These relationships are now back on track. My business has grown from 1000 when starting the coaching to 2511 today. I just hit a new level that should see my cheque almost doubling. Now when people ask me how I'm building my business, I just tell them that I listen to Dani Johnson almost every day, and if they are serious about their businesses, they should do the same. You rock Dani! ~Jackie Crawford
I could not possibly say enough about the impact that Dani has had on my personal and professional life... The success I've had in handling my time, my money, my team, my relationships, my prospecting and so much more are all due to the training and development from Dani. Every time I listen to her speak, I believe that I can succeed... ~Winifred Woody
Hi Friend, Next weekend will be here before you know it and many sports fans will be at home watching their favorite college and/or professional football teams. What's interesting about American football fans is that they display something that many people have lost...PASSION!
Less than two weeks from now in Orlando, there will be a gathering of people with a passion for being the best, a passion for helping others succeed, a passion for learning the systems that create success and a passion for enjoying a life with no limits. It will be a weekend that will be the turning point for so many who are ready to create drastic positive change in their lives.
These are just a few of the topics that will be covered at First Steps to Success in Orlando the weekend of October 17th & 18th:
-How to get out of your own way so you can achieve those goals and dreams you’ve always wanted in life!
-How to manage your time so you get MORE done in LESS time!
-Job interviewing skills that will land you a position over others that have way more experience!
-How to work with and motivate different personalities, including yourself!
-Learn a PROVEN system to completely eliminate ALL of your DEBT in 5-7 years regardless of how much income your make!
-How to hit top positions in your company in record time!Secrets to improving your communication skills!
-Identify areas in your life that are holding you back and how to take immediate steps to turn them around!
-Learn prospecting skills of the pros and how to become a top recruiter in your company!
-The difference between management and leadership in your business and personal life!
The bottom line is, those who attend First Steps to Success in Orlando will leave that event with the confidence to slay any giant, tackle any obstacle and go farther faster. These fortunate people will accomplish things that they didn't even know were possible.
Friend, do you have a PASSION for your own success and the success of those who depend on you? All that may be missing are the skills to make it happen. No matter what your current level of competence is, beginner or seasoned veteran, Spending 2 days with Dani Johnson will take you many levels higher in your skills and confidence.
Like so many of Dani's clients from all over the world have discovered, you will find that even the most difficult challenges become easier after you leave First Steps to Success and put what you learned into action. Isn't it time for you to take control of your life instead of it taking control of you?
You are just one decision away from creating a life that others can only dream of. Click here and let Dani stir up that PASSION that's burning inside of you to do something great. Magical things happen to those who make a commitment to their own success.
We can't wait to be a part of yours!
May God Bless and Prosper You and Your Family,
Hans JohnsonCEO
DaniJohnson.com
Dani Johnson and her training has had an incredible impact on me, my family and our success. I highly recommend it.
Yours Truly,
Stacy O'Quinn
888-348-0180
P.S. Are you currently not working from home but wish you were? We are looking to create 10 Six Figure Income Earners in 2010. To apply for a position go here.
Monday, October 5, 2009
Starting the Day out with Luminous Sky
It feels so amazing to be back in my home office. Today I start back in the office with Luminous Sky an amazing band that I first met at a Dani Johnson event. I highly recommend their music as a great way to start your day. They have an Album titled "Beautiful Revolution" and it is off the chains. The 10th Track "Choose" is awesome!
OK so that's my plug for a great band. Here's how the day is going to go.
I woke up at 7:20, wife hit the snooze button on me. I've prayed talked to God started a new advertising campaign just moments ago. Today I will find new friends and meet amazing people and someone may have an incredible chance of becoming part of our amazing group!
Part of having a successful day is plugging into positive inspiration. That can be anything and today it started out as The Luminous Sky. You should check them out! It will end with Dani Johnson's Monday Night Call.
Yours Truly
Stacy O'Quinn
888-348-0180
