Unleash the Power Within (2023) Flashcards
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What are the three things the brain does?
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1) Distort, 2) Delete, 3) Generalize
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Why is the brain biased towards negativity?
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The brain is designed to survive and protect, not take risks.
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How do we experience life?
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We experience life through what we focus on.
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What is the relationship between low energy and results?
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Low energy often leads to lousy results.
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What is the enemy of execution?
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Complexity is the enemy of execution.
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How does information become retained?
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Information with emotion is retained better.
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What is the original meaning of the word “competition”?
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Competition means “to conspire together.”
8
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We need to be a ____ of meaning
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We need to be a master of meaning.
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What is the first step to initiate change?
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Energy is the first step to change.
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What can fear of failures lead to?
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Fear of failures can make things worse than they actually are.
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What does the truth do for us?
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The truth will set you free.
12
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What are the three things to master for personal growth?
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1) Pattern recognition, 2) Pattern utilization, 3) Pattern creation.
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To change, we ___ to ____ our ____.
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To change, we need to change our patterns.
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How can we influence others effectively?
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To influence people, you must know what already influences them.
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What is the blueprint of our lives?
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The blueprint consists of our beliefs and values, our model of the world.
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What are the four stages of the success cycle?
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1) Certainty/belief, 2) Potential, 3) Actions, 4) Results.
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Results do not always ___ people’s ___ potential.
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Results do not always reflect people’s true potential.
18
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What is the first requirement for change?
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To change, we need to change our beliefs.
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What does motion create?
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Motion creates emotion.
20
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Why is a belief considered a poor substitute for experience?
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A belief is a poor substitute for experience because it lacks the depth and firsthand knowledge that experience provides.
21
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How does the quality of our emotional home affect our life?
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The quality of our life is determined by the quality of our emotional state or well-being.
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What are the three decisions we can make in life?
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1) What we focus on (our feelings), 2) What does it mean?, 3) What are we going to do about it?
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Does the past necessarily dictate our future?
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No, the past does not equal our future unless we choose to live there and let it define us.
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What are the three patterns of focus/meaning in life?
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1) What we have and what’s missing, 2) What we can or can’t control, 3) Past, present, or future.
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What is the only thing we have control over?
The only thing we have control over is the meaning we attach to things and events.
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What often underlies stress?
Stress is often rooted in a thought, often associated with a fear of failure.
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How is fear described in terms of thought and imagination?
Fear is an undirected thought and imagination, often causing anxiety or apprehension.
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What does stress represent as a word?
Stress is an achiever word for "fear," indicating the impact it can have on us.
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What are the three sources of problems in life?
1) Belief, 2) Pattern, 3) Emotion.
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It's what we ___ that makes us happy, not the material things we ___.
It's what we become that makes us happy, not the material things we get.
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What does the "law of familiarity" refer to?
The law of familiarity suggests that we often take things for granted when we become accustomed to them.
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How should we engage when talking with someone?
When talking with someone, be present, connected, and fully focused on the person.
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Life is about "__" rather than "__"
Life is about "We" (collective) rather than "Me" (individual).
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When should we seek fulfillment according to the statement?
Seek fulfillment in the present (feel up now) rather than constantly chasing it in the future.
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What are the two master skills mentioned?
1) The science of achievement (how to achieve), 2) The art of fulfillment (how to find meaning and contentment).
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How is success without fulfillment described?
Success without fulfillment is considered the ultimate failure, as it leaves one unsatisfied despite achieving goals.
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What is the relationship between focus and energy?
Where focus goes, energy flows; our attention directs our energy.
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When should we seek fulfillment?
We need to find fulfillment in the present moment, not procrastinate it for the future.
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What are the two principles for fulfillment?
1) You must grow, 2) You must give.
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What does a stress-free life equate to, according to the statement?
A stress-free life is equivalent to death.
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What do problems require to persist?
Problems need energy to live; they persist when we give them attention and focus.
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What happens when we stay trapped in our thoughts?
If you stay in your head, you are dead
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What should be our primary focus?
Our focus should be on what we want to achieve, not on our fears and anxieties.
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How many states are there ?
There are two states: 1) Beautiful state (high-energy, peak states), 2) Suffering state (low-energy states).
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What is the most important decision we can make?
The most important decision is to choose to live in a beautiful state every day, regardless of circumstances.
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What happens when we tolerate certain things in life?
We attract and allow into our lives what we tolerate.
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What perspective does the statement promote? "Life happens...."
Life happens for us, not to us; it encourages a proactive outlook on life.
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What comes before results in the process of achievement?
Reason or "why" comes before results; knowing our purpose drives our actions.
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What are the three fears that create suffering?
The fear of 1) loss, 2) less, 3) never.
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What are the three things that can help end suffering?
1) Appreciate/enjoy, 2) Learn/grow, 3) Love/give/gratitude.
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How can one break the pattern of suffering?
By using the 90 seconds rule to change their emotional state.
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What is the primary focus of suffering?
Suffering is often self-centered (focused on "me, me, me").
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What can bring about a rapid change in our world?
Trading expectations for appreciation can create an instant shift in our perspective.
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What is a technique for self-connection mentioned in the statement?
Putting hands on the heart and feeling it for 2 minutes (appreciation).
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What is the main obstacle to moving forward?
Fear is the primary thing that stops people from progressing.
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What does the acronym FEAR stand for?
FEAR stands for False Evidence that Appears True.
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What are the two primary fears mentioned?
1) We are not enough, 2) We won't be loved (deepest fear).
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À réécrire Why is the need for love significant in human survival?
In order to survive in our species, we needed to be loved (pleaser).
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What influences and determines the quality of our lives?
Meaning and emotions are the key factors that control and determine the quality of our lives.
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Why do we desire things in life?
Anything we want in life is because of the feeling we believe obtaining it will give us. We can experience that feeling right now by changing the triad.
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What are the components of the triad mentioned?
The triad consists of: 1) Physiology, 2) Focus, 3) Language/Meaning.
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How is emotion created according to the statement?
Emotion is created by motion, and our current feelings are related to how we use our body, including our face.
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How does focus influence our beliefs?
Whatever we focus on, we tend to believe, even though it may not align with objective reality.
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What is the nature of thinking, as mentioned in the statement?
Thinking involves mentally asking and answering a series of questions. It is beneficial to eliminate questions that do not serve us.
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How do the words we use shape our experiences?
The words we attach to experiences become our experiences; thus, we should choose our words wisely.
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What is the underlying motivation behind people's actions?
Whatever people do, they have a reason, driven by one or more of the six human needs.
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What are unwanted surprises referred to as?
Unwanted surprises are called "problems."
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What are the six human needs?
The six human needs are: 1) Certainty, 2) Uncertainty/Variety, 3) Significance, 4) Connection/Love, 5) Growth, 6) Contribution.
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How do our different valuations of the six needs influence our behavior?
We don't value the six needs equally, leading to varying behaviors and priorities.
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What shapes our rules and actions to fulfill the needs?
We have different rules to meet the six human needs, shaping our behaviors and decision-making.
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Why do people seek certainty?
People seek certainty to establish stability around their basic necessities, especially when they cannot control their physical circumstances.
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What drives the need for uncertainty and variety?
The need for uncertainty and variety arises from the desire to change one's state, engaging in exercises, and seeking different experiences.
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What drives the need for significance?
The need for significance arises from the desire to feel special and important in some way (violence, clothes, anger, money...)
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What do humans need to feel connected to?
Humans need to feel connected with someone or something, such as a person, ideal, value, habit, or a sense of identity.
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Why is growth important for well-being?
Growth is essential for well-being because everything is either growing or dying, and without personal growth, one may feel unhappy and unfulfilled.
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What leads to true joy and fulfillment?
Contribution, giving, and helping others lead to true joy and fulfillment in life.
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How do you approach activities when you are fulfilled?
When fulfilled, you approach activities effortlessly, driven by intrinsic motivation.
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What is the paradox between the need for certainty and variety?
The paradox lies in balancing the desire for stability (certainty) with the need for change and novelty (variety).
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What is the paradox between the need for significance and connection?
The paradox lies in balancing the desire to feel important and unique (significance) with the need to feel connected and part of a larger community (connection).
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What are the two needs of the spirit?
The two needs of the spirit are growth and contribution.
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How can one experience sustainable joy?
To experience sustainable joy, one must meet their spiritual needs, focusing on growth and contribution, rather than seeking momentary pleasure.
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How does understanding our valued needs contribute to lasting change?
Understanding the two needs we value most helps unlock the answers needed to create lasting change in any aspect of life.
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Is there always a way to fulfil a need?
Yes, there is always a way to fulfil a need. The key is finding a sustainable approach that brings more pleasure than pain in the long run.
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What are the five steps of the ultimate success formula?
1) Know your outcome 2) Know your reasons why 3) Take massive action 4) Know what you are getting 5) Change your approach
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Why is having a strong "why" important to stay on track?
Having a strong "why" provides motivation and clarity, helping you stay focused on your goals.
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How does your body respond to what you want?
Your body responds to the clarity of your desires, so it's essential to be clear about what you want.
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How does having fun contribute to learning?
Having fun enhances the learning experience and helps you retain information better.
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Why is it crucial to know your outcomes always?
Knowing your outcomes fully enables you to engage fully in the task at hand and pursue your goals more effectively.
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How is life defined according to the statement?
Life is defined by the experiences you go through, not just the things you acquire or achieve.
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What is a useful strategy for breaking someone's pattern?
Asking silly questions can help interrupt someone's pattern and open up new possibilities for thinking and behavior.
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What is conditioning, and why is it important?
Conditioning is an ongoing process to sustain change. It's essential to reinforce positive behaviors and habits for lasting change.
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How is a belief defined?
A belief is a feeling of certainty about what something means.
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What are the three beliefs for lasting success?
1) It must change now! 2) I must change now! 3) I can change now
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What does change depend on, according to the statement?
Change is never a matter of ability but a matter of motivation.
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What are the three steps to lasting change?
1) Get leverage 2) Interrupt the pattern 3) Create a new empowering alternative belief
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What lies between the promise and the payoff?
The process lies between the promise and the payoff.
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What enables someone to keep going?
Emotion enables someone to keep going and stay motivated.
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What are the five steps in the science of momentum?
1) Put yourself in a peak state 2) Find your passion 3) Decide, commit, resolve 4) Take immediate, consistent, and massive actions 5) Be smart (objectively see what you are getting)
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How can gratitude help overcome fear?
Gratitude acts as an antidote to fear and can be experienced simultaneously.
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What are the parents of skills, according to the statement?
Repetition is the mother of skills, and praise is the father.
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What determines your altitude in life?
Your attitude determines your altitude, meaning your mindset and outlook influence your success and achievements.
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What is the first key to asking intelligently?
The first key is to ask specifically, including what you need, why you need it, and when you need it.
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What is the second key to asking intelligently?
The second key is to ask someone who can help you, ensuring you seek assistance from the right individuals.
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What is the third key to asking intelligently?
The third key is to create value for the person you're asking.
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What is the fifth key to asking intelligently, and how should you ask?
The fifth key is to ask with focused, congruent belief, expressing absolute conviction in your words and physiology.
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What is the second part of the fifth key to asking intelligently?
The second part is to ask until you get what you want, demonstrating persistence and determination.
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When does training your mind end?
Training your mind never ends; it is an ongoing process.
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According to the statement, what does it mean to be rich?
To be rich means to be grateful.
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How does the concept of identity affect our actions?
We don't do what we can; we live what we believe we are. Our identity influences our behaviors and actions.
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What is the secret to wealth and happiness, according to the statement?
The secret is to become a team player because people will do more for others than they will for themselves.
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How does the company you keep influence you?
Who you spend time with is who you become, so it's essential to join a team that challenges you positively.
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How does money affect a person's traits?
Money magnifies what you already are; it amplifies your existing characteristics.
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What are the two key beliefs mentioned in the statement?
1) People do the best they can with the resources they have. 2) There are no unresourceful people, only unresourceful states.
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How does a leader differ from a loser?
A loser reacts, while a leader anticipates and takes proactive steps.
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How should you be perceived in a job or business?
You should be invaluable in a job and business, meaning your contributions are highly valued.
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What influences people's lives according to the statement?
People's lives are a direct reflection of the expectations of their peer group.
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What are the seven problems in business mentioned in the statement?
1) Don't have a plan 2) Keep doing the same thing 3) Don't tell the right story about their products or services 4) Most people do not love to sell 5) Don't look at the right numbers 6) Not optimizing the business they have 7) Forget to add value by creating great experiences with their customers
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How should you prioritize relationships?
Love your family and choose your peer groups wisely.
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What should you do to improve your life?
Raise your standards to achieve higher levels of success and fulfillment.
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Why is rapport important in influencing people?
You can only influence people when you connect with them, and rapport is crucial for building that connection.
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Whom do people like and connect with?
People like those who are like themselves or who are like how they would like to be.
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How can you break a limiting belief?
Ask "Is this really true?" to challenge and overcome limiting beliefs.
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How does the value of a profile compare to real cash?
A profile is just a theory, but cash is real and tangible.
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What should a business owner address to improve their business?
As a business owner, you need to fix your limiting beliefs and skills.
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How does culture affect business profitability?
Culture has a huge impact on business profitability.
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What is necessary to access the answers you already have?
You need to get rid of your limiting beliefs/story to access the answers you already have.
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What is the key to success in many cases?
In many cases, it's not about what you know but who you know!
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What concept should one embrace for continuous improvement?
Embrace CANI: Constant and never-ending improvement.
