ASK FOR WHAT YOU WANT…ASK FOR YOUR VISION!

For years I’ve envisioned myself as an international talk-show host; speaking to individuals all around the world on the issues of life and current trends. Recently, I’ve given much thought to this vision that has lain dormant in my inner being for years, and concluded that I do possess the ability to not only own such title, but to also operate in that profession in the spirit of excellence. Upon reaching this conclusion, I decided that there is no better time than now to pursue this life-long dream of mine. I have taken a leap of FAITH, stepped out-of-the-box, and initiated contact with the producers a nationally syndicated talk show, to request that I be given an opportunity for a reoccurring or occasional appearance on the show as a host. I am not a nationally known celebrity, but I am definitely a celebrity within my own realm. I’ve actually hosted radio talk shows on a regular occasion. I’ve also inspired and empowered others to pursue their passions and dreams. 

I know that this may sound far-fetched to many reading this article, but I hold fast to my position that “we have not because we ask not” and “the sky is literally the limit”. Who determines our destiny, other than the almighty God? We often limit ourselves when we operate in fear, and let fear hinder our pursuit of limitless possibilities. Many of us, now and in times past, have let fear of the unknown cage us in and ultimately give up on our dreams. Sometimes we can miss our window of opportunity by incubating a vision or dream for too long; trying to decide when is the right time to pursue it. I believe the answer is simple - the right time is NOW. This is the season for me and any other desiring to pursue a vision, to step out and pursue that dream, vision, or purpose that has been lying dormant in our inner subconscious; waiting for the opportune time to come forth, and shine bright like a star. We are all celebrities and stars in God’s eyes, and we only have one life opportunity to make our contribution to the world.

Every second counts, and I challenge each individual who reads this article to join me in pursing vision. Let’s not delay another day. We must chart our path and make it happen. There is so much potential in each of us, and we must maximize that potential. If ever – The Time Is NOW…… 

My vision ---You can look for me in the headlines – Dr. Sandra Moaney-Wright (Talk-show host). When I appear, you will recall this conversation we had. See you at the top!!!!!

 

Remember to F.O.C.U.S. because Success is your Destiny!

 

SOBBING AND IN DISTRESS

One of my linked in friends recently wrote that he felt like a failure even though he just recently obtained a Masters Degree. He wrote that he was cleaning bathrooms and wiping up #@$% that people put out. I thought about his words for a second or...morejust recently obtained a Masters Degree.  He wrote that he was cleaning bathrooms and wiping up #@$% that people put out.  I thought about his words for a second or two and I commented on those words:
1.  Stop the pity party, sob if you may, put your faith into actions
2. You have a skill (cleaning)--while you sobbing get a business license and CLEAN for yourself  in your own business venture while waiting on the great job.
3.  Use LINKED IN, not just as a social site, but get to know some of your LINKED IN partners.  Send them inmails,  So many people get on LINKED IN and do nothing with it.
4. After you get that great job or your business takes off, Write that BOOK and give your testimony
5. Have a great day and a prosperous forever

Remember to F.O.C.U.S and Success is Your Destiny

Going in the Wrong Direction

Someone gave me an analogy of “split ends” on a person’s hair.  In order to have healthy looking hair you have to cut off the split ends.  And, then I remember a sermon that was recently given my pastor about Going in the Wrong Direction.  One of the things that he mentioned was that we need to stop resuscitating what God has killed in our lives because it will evidentially take us in the WRONG DIRECTION.  Well, how would one tie these things together?  A woman has to “kill the ends of her hair” to make it healthier and more vibrant looking….God kills or stops things in your life that will not make you grow and prosper and become vibrant.  Do you still have “split ends” in your life?  Are you trying to resuscitate things that you should have funeralized?  If so, you are GOING IN THE WRONG DIRECTION.  You have to be careful who you follow and allow into your space (as find your direction and purpose).  The enemy wants you to go into the wrong direction and question your identity.   Ask yourself, is there anything about ME that will stifle ME from getting to the next level or allow me to go in the WRONG DIRECTION.  Cut it off…kill it!  Find out who you are and do it on purpose.  F.O.C.U.S. and remember Success is Your Destiny!

Keeping your Promises to Your Customers

Recently, a telephone customer service representative told me that he would call me back with information that I requested  He asked for a 24-hour window to get the information back to me.  Additionally, he stated that he would respond either by email or call me.  At the time of the conversation, I was about to drop my telephone service--I had had enough!  Poor customer service, I thought.  How realized I had been transferred to so many people that didn't know anything!  This was the last straw!  However, within a four hour time frame, this person had not only gotten back with me (via telephone and email) but also offered tips to make things run smoother for me if the incident occurred again.  WOW!  What a relief!  My faith was restored!  This simple gesture astounded me--why?  Because customer service seems to be a thing of the past!  This helped this company save another customer by just being timely and polite! And to think, I will tell others about this experience.

Gestures such as these should teach companies that:  1. the competition is stiff, and you should alway maintain and edge over them; 2. instanteous technological communication is just a click away..use it; 3. customers that have been frayed, worn and torn will take their $$$ elsewhere in a heartbeat so make sure that you offer assistance, keep your promises, or offer a viable solution. 


Remember to F.O.C.U.S, and that SUCCESS IS YOUR DESTINY!

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This Majestic Sky...

Earlier this evening, while standing out on my front deck, my husband asked me a simple question.  The question was what or who really impresses you.  He talked about all of the people who had really impressed him.  Many of them were rich, powerful famous people, and some of his special family members.  However, as I pondered this question that he asked, something so very profound came upon.  It entered so vividly in my thoughts!  I looked up into the beautiful sky that sat so majestic and hovered over a world so far below.  That’s what impresses me I told him.  As I looked at the cloud that hovered way above the sky so the sunlight could shine in…that is what impresses me.  The thought of a tree being so high, and yet having started from small beginnings, the beginnings was a small seed.  This seed has been mixed with dirt deep below and rain from the sky to develop into a wonderful, gorgeous sight.  This is what impresses me; the thought of God just making it happen.  The thought that God could take his paintbrush palette and draw this earth—Wow!  This is what impresses me.  The sunset mixed with hues of red.  The sunrise—loving it as it scampers in.  This is what impresses me.  Yes, there are people that are great, but nothing can “touch” feeling of this blue, awesome majestic sky. 

 Remember to F.O.C.U.S. and that “success is your destiny”

Who's on Your Bus?

I remember thinking who would I have to really tell me the truth when things get tough?  Who do I have in my life that would go out of their way to make sure I have all the things that I need to succeed?  Who do I have in my life that I can tell my deepest thoughts to concerning my purpose in life…and not feel they would step on those thoughts?  Then, I thought about having my own bus.  I certainly would be the driver…who would be my alternative driver?

 I remember hearing someone say what about a relationship coordinator being on the bus with you, someone that you really love and think the world of?  But, is this person the right person to coordinate this event…after all this person has been in and out of relationship, and married four times?  However, you think the world of this person, but maybe this person needs to take another role in your life, and sit in another seat on the bus.  Well, what about the person that champions my thoughts about what I want to do in my life.  My cheerleader!  Well, why not Rita..ummmm!  Rita is sweet, but her voice is so low, and she is indeed afraid to make steps toward her own success.  She’s a great writer, but has never done or talk to someone about putting that book to print!  Well, ummm…we have got to move her to another position on the bus.  Maybe, Rita can proofread your poetry and give you feedback.  Yes, that’s a good job for Rita.  Next on the bus is the Change Agent.  Yup, the Change Agent!  Let me think for a moment, this person (the person that you have as your CHANGE AGENT) doesn’t even want the SEASONS to change, let alone know anything about being a change agent.  However, this person talks really loud, and can network his BUTT off.  Yup, I think, I can make this person into CHAMPIONING my dreams, my cheerleader!   Finally, my pastor recently said you have to have a PRAYER on your side, but not a PREYER.  This praying preyer might just take your dreams and make them into their reality.  Keep them close, but not praying for you.

As you can see, rearrangement is necessary on your BUS to success!  Sometimes, you might have to put someone off the bus, and allow them to rent their own bus!  But remember, it is up to you to design, develop, add some more creative touches on your bus---inside and out!  Take care,  F.O.C.U.S and remember SUCCESS IS YOUR DESTINY!

Stop Trying to Discover new Land with Old Maps

After listening attentively this morning in church this morning, I thought about the topic above.  Many times on the road to success, we have old maps, old directions, and old advice.  While this may be beneficial at times, and some of the information might assist…what happens when the new land has been built in the opposite direction?  Change happens…and it happens for a reason.  Sometimes change is positive, sometimes not so positive.  However, either way we much accept it, direct it and move on.  We must find or discover that new map!  As my pastor says, what got you here, will not keep you here. 

Sometimes, during change we keep our “pint size mentalities” because we do not want to face our tigers.  If we do not face our tigers in this new land…we will be eaten.    We limit ourselves out of fear, and that fear travels with us, and we pass it onto others…blocking their path to new creative change as well!

Design or develop your new map…you do not necessarily have to look for one along the way.  Perhaps the one that you find may belong to someone else.  Update, reimagine, think outside of the box, or create a box just for you (if you must have one) reinvent yourself, BUT do something.  This is the only way that you change will come.  F. O.C. U.S. and Remember, Success is Your Destiny!