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Being Proactive

I made the first principle (or habit) too complex. Here’s an attempt at simplifying… being proactive means to make things happen.

Habit #1: Be Proactive
Make things happen (Do it.)

Take initiative (rather than being victimized)
Focus on what you can influence
Recognize, learn from and correct mistakes
Make and keep commitments

05/07/2008 | hugh | Comment [3]

Lego Indiana Jones

IndianaJones.Lego.com

05/06/2008 | quinan | Comment [1]

Bad guys

“Did bad guys kill President Hinckley?”

— Quinan

05/06/2008 | quinan | Comment

Many of you know that I’ve been self-employed full-time for almost three years (and part-time for four years). During most of that time new business has come via word or mouth or by referrals. Looking back, business has been really good. As a result of (what I think is) the slow down in the economy, the amount of referrals has slowed.

I have recently realized that plenty of work is still available, but that my ability to seek and obtain new work is not as developed as I would like. I also feel like I’m not as effective with producing work as I should be. So I asked a friend (and brother) to help me improve my “sales” skills. During a number of hours on the phone my friend provided a framework to discover potential client needs (and goals), and to create an opportunity to help them then fill their needs (or reach their goals).

Part of this framework is based on the book “Seven Habits of Highly Effective People” by Stephen R. Covey. My friend (and brother) encouraged me to study this book and teach what I learn to someone else. I’ll be honest, I’ve read parts of the book in the past, but never “caught the vision,” or actually worked to implement the habits in my life. I also previously studied “First Things First” with Michele, but we became busy and didn’t complete it.

One of the basic principles the book teaches is that people can change (and improve) if they choose to. I’ve decided to make the choice to change (and improve). My recent experiences with running and gardening (as well as many past experiences) have helped me realize this is a true principle.

Continue reading Changing Habits...

05/05/2008 | hugh | Comment [3]

FICTION IS AWESOME!!!!!!!

My dad only reads nonfiction. Harry Potter Series has been the only book he has read and actually liked. But with me, it’s a whole another story. Well, the oppsite story. The only book I haven’t accientendly skipped at least a paragraph is We The People. I plan to write a fiction book for future fiction lovers! So, if you have any ideas at all please contact me at 750- just kidding! Click on comments for your suggustion. Who knows, your idea could become a famous book!!!!!

05/04/2008 | jen | Comment [1]

Pigeon Control

I was up at the temple last night helping in the baptistry. Every so often I would hear an odd banging noise that sounded like something hitting the side of the building. The temple is always quiet and reverent, so any noise like this seems pretty loud. My imagination ran a little wild, but I couldn’t think of a better place to be and forgot about it.

After everything was finished while we were waiting outside I took McLeavitt over to experience the amazing acoustics of the trees. On the way over there we saw a guy with a bunch of tennis balls and a large slingshot that would make any college student happy. Upon further investigation I noticed he was wearing some sort of vest that said “Pigeon Control” on the back. You can guess where the noises came from.

I think it’s wonderful that we have a Prophet who appreciates (what many would consider to be) one of the lowliest of creatures.

04/30/2008 | hugh | Comment [1]