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Your Big, Great Idea: DO IT NOW

JT — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 20:57:01 +0000

One fear I encounter in my small business coaching clients is the fear of their ideas being stolen. Maybe you can relate. There you are, with a great idea that you swear you’ll get to when “the timing is better”, then you soon discover that your great idea has been implemented by someone else!

That awesome invention, the book that teaches people something cool, or a better way of doing something that improves people’s lives; we’ve all had them, not acted on them, and they seen the manifestation of the idea on TV or in the stores and thought, “I FRIGGIN‘ THOUGHT OF THAT!”??

Maddening, no?

Well, it gets worse.

You see, only YOU can create your Vision; only you can make that amazing idea what it truly can and should be. Even if someone rips you off or imitates your idea (happens to me all the time), no one else can create, duplicate or do it better than you. This is a big issue that even proven companies struggle with, and why I focus on it in my business consulting service.

So why is that important?

Because the world needs your Vision. The world deserves your version of those brilliant ideas. There is only one ‘you’ in the world, and the way you interface with it makes your ideas and contributions special.

But there’s more.

The saying “an idea whose time has come” is so true; eventually, brilliance rises to the surface. It begs for a conduit to birth it into the world. So why not you? Why not let it be YOU who brings it out?

There is no nobility in humbly placing your dreams on the shelf, so get moving and share your gift with the world. Even if you’re not ‘ready’. Even if you’re not sure. Even if it seems like a silly idea, a foolish concept, or something that others may laugh at (kind of like the personal computer and cell phone were at the point of conception). Even if you fall on your face in the first few attempts, be the one who brings it to the world.

Do it today. The world is waiting, but the brilliance won’t.

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Building rapport in business

JT — Fri, 22 Jul 2011 17:23:57 +0000

My dear friend and coach Rene Kamstra and I had a great conversation recently about some of the differentiating qualities of great entrepreneurs. One quality we discussed was the ability to build rapport. Check out this video from a recent news interview I did where I share just a few of the points Rene and I discussed.

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Overcoming Burnout in Business and Life

JT — Fri, 29 Apr 2011 18:02:31 +0000

Burnout happens to the best and the brightest achievers. Entrepreneurs are especially susceptible because of the constant demands on our time, talents and focus. Business consulting services often focus on the symptom instead of the solution. Check out this video clip from an interview I did on Boise’s KTVB news and get a sneak peek into the small business coaching I do for my clients. Whether you are a solo-preneur or a top executive in a Fortune 500 company, burnout and loss of focus can happen to anyone. Watch this clip for three tips you can use right now to stay on top of your game.
~JT

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How entrepreneurs and High-Altitude people make a difference

JT — Mon, 28 Mar 2011 06:00:30 +0000

Are you making a difference in the world? Entrepreneurs, business leaders, artists, authors, speakers, athletes–the kinds of people I serve in my business consulting services–tend to be the difference makers of the world we live in. It doesn’t take a huge victory to impact the world; it just takes a little effort and commitment. Watch this short video where I share a story about a combat mission I flew over Afghanistan to reinforce a principle of focus in my small business coaching practice and see how you can relate to the message. I look forward to your comments!
~JT

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Starting out and starting over in business (and life)

JT — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 23:08:39 +0000

When entrepreneurs first start out in business, they are full of hope and open to possibility. I love this phase of the entrepreneurial pursuit! It is one of the reasons I got into small business coaching in the first place; to help new entrepreneurs get started on the right foot. Whether you are beginning your journey or are a seasoned business pro looking to begin a new venture, check out this video. I share some insight from my business consulting services and offer a free strategy session as well!

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Single vs. Engaged–Who is more successful?

JT — Thu, 10 Mar 2011 05:56:13 +0000

Are you single or engaged? Entrepreneurs, your success in business has little to do with your relationship status EXCEPT as it applies to your relationship with your clients and customers. A big part of small business coaching is helping entrepreneurs connect at the heart-level with their customers. Check out this short video to learn some strategies I employ in my business consulting services.

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The Science Of Going Big

JT — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 16:38:12 +0000

We see people do it all the time. We watch them in the movies, buy tickets to see their
shows, read about them in magazines…even watch them on TV (Super Bowl, anyone?)…

These people–who not only have the vision to think big, but the audacity to PLAY
big–are the champions of life. The difference between dreamers and doers is that
dreams sit on the couch and watch while the doers sit in the lap of luxury and conquer
the world.

It is one thing to watch and admire the champions of life; its an entirely different thing
to work at becoming one. It is easy to admire from afar and think, “Yeah…but that’s them.
I don’t have the time/money/assets/people/etc in my life to do what they do.”

But that’s a lie and you know it.

You have everything you need right now to accomplish anything you want. But it takes
belief. It takes commitment. And it takes work.

It takes blocking out the people rolling their eyes, laughing at your ideas, telling you
it can’t be done. It takes what it takes. And you have everything you need right now
to make it happen.

The difference between thinking big and going big is in the actions. Take the action
today and everyday.

GO BIG. Today.
~JT

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The Secret Ingredient to Success (Part 3 of 3)

JT — Thu, 03 Feb 2011 23:37:43 +0000

There is one critical ingredient to success that most people come up short on. With it, you can conquer anything. Without it, getting out of bed is a challenge. Small business coaching is predicated on tapping this one secret ingredient, and it is a cornerstone of my business consulting services. I look forward to your comments!
~JT

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Avoiding the Ground Hog’s Day approach to success (part 2 of 3)

JT — Wed, 02 Feb 2011 05:51:39 +0000

They say that insanity is doing the same thing over and over again, hoping for a different result. Kind of like Groud Hog’s Day. Sadly, too many people take the Ground Hog’s Day approach to goal-setting and mission accomplishment. Watch this video for a key strategy I give to my coaching clients. This is the second of three videos, and I look forward to your comments!
~JT

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Coach Yourself To Success in 2011

JT — Thu, 13 Jan 2011 19:04:58 +0000

Hello my friends!

Welcome to 2011. This year is going to ROCK. You are going to achieve the BIG dreams you’ve held inside for so long. You are going to grow, expand, conquer and win. You may doubt this or you may agree. Either way, in order to finally break through and achieve your true vision of your life, you must have a PLAN.

I am hosting a LIVE event next week in Boise. It is a 4-part workshop that will run each Thursday for the next four weeks. Stay tuned for more events like this one!

Fly high. Fly fast. Fly far.
~JT

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