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Actual for You - Choice Theory - Comprehensive Decisions 4 Your QCL Productivity
Over the next ten years throughout the western world and particularly in countries like Australia, Canada and the United States there will be an increasing number of businesses for sale as the baby-boomers move into retirement. As a result there will be an increasing number of bargains amongst the businesses for sale as the supply and demand equation tilts in favour of new business owners. Already in Australia prices of businesses have fallen according to the BizExchange Index – a quarterly report on the price of businesses for sale in Australia.It is commonly known that most new businesses fail within the first 2 years, and yet people continue to choose starting their own business over buying a going concern. While this ma
When issues are causing difficulties and you need to make a decision about someone or something, take
If you’re setting up an Internet business—whether for part-time income or a full-time living—you’ll need to choose a domain name for your site. Choosing the right domain name is a very important decision for your business—it could make or break your web traffic and, ultimately, your website’s success. Here are a few tips to help you navigate the domain name minefield, pick the right name, and hopefully turn your part-time income into a booming Internet business.Do make it memorable. You don’t necessarily have to pick a domain name that’s the same as your business name. For example, if your business name is Torimatsu Sushi, it won’t translate well on the web—it’ll be misspelled often. Instead of calling your website Torima
Here’s the QCL- Quick Check List
1 Calm analysis - look ahead, think about your choices
2 Get facts straight - make sure information is reliable
3 Clarify your list - what do you need to accomplish
4 Prioritize time - follow through and complete
How do you make decisions? If this is a challenge for you, consider this. Knowing what to do and doing it are two totally different things. But if your decisions are based on facts rather that thoughts or opinions and you prioritize according to importance or urgency, you have a much better chance of getting it right. Think inclusive, by not leaving anything out that relates to each particular situation.
* Start by writing down what you need to accomplish.
Here’s a page from my life. It’s 10am on Tuesday in
California and I have a proposal to complete by the end
of today for a client. I need to discuss compatibility
issues and products with the Sound Engineer working at
the studio and verify pricing and availability with
manufacturers. Proposal needs to be itemized and within
budget. If client accepts, the installation is Friday.
* Now prioritize your list.
Think about what information you need to proceed and
consider the amount of time it takes to complete.
1 Call Engineer, confirm items on the proposal are correct
2 Double check versions of software for compatibility
3 Call East coast manufacturers first, for pricing and availability. Check the order processing and shipping times. Make sure you know exactly what needs to happen so equipment arrives on Thursday. Keep notes
4 Call West coast manufacturers, follow same procedures
5 Consolidate information, start proposal
6 Overnight shipping and installation are separate line items
7 Double check your numbers, make sure totals are correct
8 Email proposal to client
9 Call to make sure they received the email
10 Ask for decision.
This example works in any type of business or personal situation. The more things you think about before you start the project, the more effective you are with your time and money. Say you need to paint the den so it can be turned into your new office. Decide what you need to accomplish and what you need to buy. Start with the list and prioritize the essential items, and work it until complete. There’s no sense running in circles because you forgot something or making three phone calls when you could have completed it with one. The idea is to work smart, not hard.
Having a plan B for back up, provides for the unexpected. Think about how to handle situations in advance like “What would I do if the car broke down today?” My auto club card is current, I’ll call them when something happens. If I need a ride, I’ll call a taxi. But consider the person who doesn’t have auto club and their car breaks down and every call they make, no one answers. Now the cell phone battery goes dead and there’s no backup. That’s a bad day that only gets worst. You’re late for work and your clothes are dirty from pushing the car to the side of the road. You have no cash in your pocket and you’re walking five miles to work. Now, what are you thinking about?
When issues are causing difficulties and you need to make a decision about someone or something, take
I’m proud of the fact that you have a business that helps people in need. I’m happy that you can trouble-shoot just about any engine/transmission/electrical failure that comes your way. You probably have certified technicians and a state-of-the-art facility. That’s a mighty-big investment, to say the least. You should have a pretty loyal customer base as well. But are you aware that one out of five customers move away each year? And a certain number also change shops for a variety of reasons. It’s not your fault, but you still have to cope with these facts. So, do you have a Yellow Page ad, or, if not, isn’t it time you did? You have an emergency business, like it or not, and you know that the average person uses the local directory
4 Prioritize time - follow through and complete
How do you make decisions? If this is a challenge for you, consider this. Knowing what to do and doing it are two totally different things. But if your decisions are based on facts rather that thoughts or opinions and you prioritize according to importance or urgency, you have a much better chance of getting it right. Think inclusive, by not leaving anything out that relates to each particular situation.
* Start by writing down what you need to accomplish.
Here’s a page from my life. It’s 10am on Tuesday in
California and I have a proposal to complete by the end
of today for a client. I need to discuss compatibility
issues and products with the Sound Engineer working at
the studio and verify pricing and availability with
manufacturers. Proposal needs to be itemized and within
budget. If client accepts, the installation is Friday.
* Now prioritize your list.
Think about what information you need to proceed and
consider the amount of time it takes to complete.
1 Call Engineer, confirm items on the proposal are correct
2 Double check versions of software for compatibility
3 Call East coast manufacturers first, for pricing and availability. Check the order processing and shipping times. Make sure you know exactly what needs to happen so equipment arrives on Thursday. Keep notes
4 Call West coast manufacturers, follow same procedures
5 Consolidate information, start proposal
6 Overnight shipping and installation are separate line items
7 Double check your numbers, make sure totals are correct
8 Email proposal to client
9 Call to make sure they received the email
10 Ask for decision.
This example works in any type of business or personal situation. The more things you think about before you start the project, the more effective you are with your time and money. Say you need to paint the den so it can be turned into your new office. Decide what you need to accomplish and what you need to buy. Start with the list and prioritize the essential items, and work it until complete. There’s no sense running in circles because you forgot something or making three phone calls when you could have completed it with one. The idea is to work smart, not hard.
Having a plan B for back up, provides for the unexpected. Think about how to handle situations in advance like “What would I do if the car broke down today?” My auto club card is current, I’ll call them when something happens. If I need a ride, I’ll call a taxi. But consider the person who doesn’t have auto club and their car breaks down and every call they make, no one answers. Now the cell phone battery goes dead and there’s no backup. That’s a bad day that only gets worst. You’re late for work and your clothes are dirty from pushing the car to the side of the road. You have no cash in your pocket and you’re walking five miles to work. Now, what are you thinking about?
When issues are causing difficulties and you need to make a decision about someone or something, take
Everyone wants an easy way to do things. Whether it’s making food or doing a job, they always want the way that is easiest. Sometimes, however, the easy way isn’t the best. Sometimes the best way is to simply take the time to do it yourself – or use something good to help you do it.When it comes to web site creation, people tend to go for an automatic web site generator. Some do it because they don’t have a lot of time to create a site; others do it because they don’t know how to create a site. Chances are, you’re one of those people considering using an automatic web site generator. You want to know if you can craft a good niche site using an automatic web site generator. In this article, we’ll go over the pros and cons of
* Now prioritize your list.
Think about what information you need to proceed and
consider the amount of time it takes to complete.
1 Call Engineer, confirm items on the proposal are correct
2 Double check versions of software for compatibility
3 Call East coast manufacturers first, for pricing and availability. Check the order processing and shipping times. Make sure you know exactly what needs to happen so equipment arrives on Thursday. Keep notes
4 Call West coast manufacturers, follow same procedures
5 Consolidate information, start proposal
6 Overnight shipping and installation are separate line items
7 Double check your numbers, make sure totals are correct
8 Email proposal to client
9 Call to make sure they received the email
10 Ask for decision.
This example works in any type of business or personal situation. The more things you think about before you start the project, the more effective you are with your time and money. Say you need to paint the den so it can be turned into your new office. Decide what you need to accomplish and what you need to buy. Start with the list and prioritize the essential items, and work it until complete. There’s no sense running in circles because you forgot something or making three phone calls when you could have completed it with one. The idea is to work smart, not hard.
Having a plan B for back up, provides for the unexpected. Think about how to handle situations in advance like “What would I do if the car broke down today?” My auto club card is current, I’ll call them when something happens. If I need a ride, I’ll call a taxi. But consider the person who doesn’t have auto club and their car breaks down and every call they make, no one answers. Now the cell phone battery goes dead and there’s no backup. That’s a bad day that only gets worst. You’re late for work and your clothes are dirty from pushing the car to the side of the road. You have no cash in your pocket and you’re walking five miles to work. Now, what are you thinking about?
When issues are causing difficulties and you need to make a decision about someone or something, take
Here is one marketing formula that will stand by you and make you a hero. It consists of only three parts:1) Say what you are going to tell them 2) Tell them 3) Go back over what you told themIf this seems simple, it is. It will save you hours of slaving over a speech. It can make it a joy to write a sales letter. Use it to help you write your books and reports. You may find yourself dashing off articles faster than ever using this 3-step formula.Here is how it goes:1) Say What You are Going to Tell Them Let’s say you are called upon to give a talk to prospective customers. Start out right away by letting them what you are going to tell them. Make it as short as possible.
7 Double check your numbers, make sure totals are correct
8 Email proposal to client
9 Call to make sure they received the email
10 Ask for decision.
This example works in any type of business or personal situation. The more things you think about before you start the project, the more effective you are with your time and money. Say you need to paint the den so it can be turned into your new office. Decide what you need to accomplish and what you need to buy. Start with the list and prioritize the essential items, and work it until complete. There’s no sense running in circles because you forgot something or making three phone calls when you could have completed it with one. The idea is to work smart, not hard.
Having a plan B for back up, provides for the unexpected. Think about how to handle situations in advance like “What would I do if the car broke down today?” My auto club card is current, I’ll call them when something happens. If I need a ride, I’ll call a taxi. But consider the person who doesn’t have auto club and their car breaks down and every call they make, no one answers. Now the cell phone battery goes dead and there’s no backup. That’s a bad day that only gets worst. You’re late for work and your clothes are dirty from pushing the car to the side of the road. You have no cash in your pocket and you’re walking five miles to work. Now, what are you thinking about?
When issues are causing difficulties and you need to make a decision about someone or something, take
Intrigued?Suspicious?Don't worry, I'm not about to suggest any mind control techniques!In fact, I'm going to suggest something quite the opposite. But first, let me explain why this article is about "getting people to give you what you want."Well, the truth is, no matter what you do for a living - whether you're self-employed, run a business, manage people or work for someone else -- you need OTHER PEOPLE'S HELP to get ahead.Whether it's getting customers to buy, managers to promote you or give you a pay rise, colleagues to help you... much of your success -- however you define it -- depends on persuading people to give you what you want.So how do you do it?You know what I'm about to s
When issues are causing difficulties and you need to make a decision about someone or something, take a blank page and at the top write out what’s bothering you. Put right/good on one side and wrong/bad on the other. All the negative factors go on one side and the positive attributes on the other. When we keep things locked up inside our head, they get stuck. Visualize your thoughts in writing so the issues become clear and you can make logical decisions. When you can’t think of anything else, put the list aside and come back to it later. Sleep on it and review in the morning. It’s amazing how the subconscious works during the night when we’re asleep and our body is regenerating. We can see more clearly in the morning, when our brain is fresh and our thoughts are lucid. After deciding what the answer is, write it down. Then verbalize what you need to do. Talk it over with someone close to you that has your best interest at heart and is not involved with the outcome of your decision.
We're all responsible for the success or consequences that our choices cause. Making good judgments as to who and what to believe takes clarity and common sense. We can’t make good decisions if we don’t know the facts.
When in doubt use the five.
Who does your decision affect?
What needs to be accomplished?
Where are your priorities?
When does this need to be completed?
How effective are you?
Peace of Mind follows when our decision-making skills are accurate and we don’t have to spend triple the time later, correcting issues or solving difficulties. The key to making comprehensive decisions is thinking about our choices along with the side effects, making sure our information is reliable and prioritizing our time so we can get it right the first time.
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