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William Ruiz Written by H. K. Wilson

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n honor of Hispanic Heritage Month in 2018, U.S. Bank featured Loan Officer William Ruiz as an example of someone who is passionate about helping families achieve the American Dream. An

immigrant who came to the United States when he was just 19 years old, William says he is proud to help others attain the elevated quality of life that comes with home ownership. “When I came here, I was not only able to assimilate to the culture and become successful professionally, but with it I have been able to help other families, no matter where they are from and to realize the American Dream. The American Dream is not just for foreigners, rather it’s for everyone.”

William began his industry career working in the builder/ developer sector. After learning more about real estate, he realized that finance was his true calling. Throughout his 20-plus years in the business, William has worked with some of the world’s largest financial institutions. Along the way, he has managed top-producing sales teams and won national production awards.

For the past five consecutive years, U.S. Bank has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute, an agency committed to defining and advancing global standards for ethical business practices. U.S. Bank’s solid values and array of consumer-driven programs and systems have opened an exciting new chapter in William’s mortgage lending career. “We have products for people with all kinds of incomes, and we do a variety of loans for underserved markets. I love working with first-time buyers.”

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William also values U.S. Bank’s advanced technology platform. “It’s so important to be tech savvy and up-to-date. We understand that consumers are looking online for real estate and loans, and we want to connect with them in ways that are efficient and convenient. Our online loan application is a user-friendly program that allows the customer to fill out and submit their loan with me as the copilot. I can be there with them while they complete the application. The system keeps track of all the documentation that has been sent and what is still needed, and the borrower can see updates at the click of a button. Buying a home is a very emotional process for most people, but this makes it easier to explain why things are needed and to be proactive about the process.”

Humanity. The homeowner was a Korean War veteran. “In the end, his home was spotless, and we went home feeling great. These are the kinds of things I look for when I want to be part of an organization.”

In addition to William’s many years of professional experience, he is also an industry leader who gives substantial time to various organizations that promote education and home ownership. He has served on the board and committees for the National Association of Hispanic Real Estate Professionals (NAHREP), and in 2015, he was recognized as one of the top 250 loan originators in the nation. In 2019, William was asked to serve in leadership for the Asian Real Estate Association of America (AREAA).

William is also an avid supporter of the Veterans Association of Real Estate Professionals (VAREP).

“Nothing brings me more joy than helping someone who has served our country realize their American Dream.”

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William remembers the difference home ownership made for his own family many years ago, and he describes what the American Dream means to him. “Our kids were finally able to play outside and paint their room any way they wanted. We made a game room in the garage so their friends could come over. This is the beauty of owning your own home. It means having a life that feels more stable, and a place to enjoy moments together.”

Recently, William and his U.S. Bank colleagues participated in a home makeover with Habitat for

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f I were to ask the question, Would you like to improve your productivity dramatically without working any longer or any harder? Chances are pretty good that you would say, “That would be nice! I’d be more effective and I’d probably get a raise! I might even have more fun in the process.”

Question: How many of you, on the night before the day you were going on vacation, sat down and wrote out a list of the things you wanted to be certain to do before you left work the next day? Chances are extremely good that most of you would say you had done that. And most of you would also admit that you managed to complete more than twice the number of tasks you complete on a normal day.

Now think about this for a moment: If planning your job on the day before you go on vacation increases your productivity, doesn’t it make sense that if you were to spend a few minutes every day before you start your work day contemplating what is really important and what you really need to accomplish, that you would have the same great results? And the chances are excellent – definitely better than good – that this process will attract favorable attention, probably leading to more job security, perhaps a raise, and maybe even a significant promotion.

The reality is, productivity has a direct bearing on profitability, and all businesses are interested – very much so – in profits. Profitability comes from loyalty, productivity, and having a character base from which to work.

So as you ponder this question, I hope you will seriously consider not only planning your schedule as you prepare to go on vacation, but that every day you will spend a few minutes before you go to work planning how you can be more effective that day It doesn’t take long to plan; it does take a lot of time not to plan, because without a plan of action, people will impose on your time with idle chatter and requests that take you away from the task at hand. Not only will you be less effective, but the effectiveness of the people, who

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take your time for casual chatter, or in some cases gossip, will be greatly reduced and everybody, including management and leadership, will be very unhappy about that.

Chances are good, regardless of the job market, the most productive people with the right attitude are the ones who really have more job security, and in most cases a better income. When you feel good about yourself and your productivity, you probably will also be performing better at home. When there is no job related stress you are more aware of your mate and children, if you are a parent.

You will spend more time being better organized so you can spend more time having that balanced life that all of us are really interested in.

Planning for a balanced life will enable you to deal with the physical, the mental, and the spiritual aspects of your life. It will also enable you to develop more friendships, and stronger, better, more lasting relationships. There are many benefits that go with making the plan a daily part of your life. Time well spent results in more money to spend, more money to save, and more time to vacation. It will allow you to attend more of your children’s ball games or school functions as well.

A plan is always successful if the plan is good. And if you’ve been on the job for any length of time, you can develop a better plan of action so that everyone benefits from it. I’m talking about planning today for tomorrow’s future. Think about it. I promise you’ll be more productive, happier, healthier, and have a much better chance for increased income when you are secure in who you are, where you are, and what you’re doing. I sincerely hope you’ll take action immediately to get that plan into your daily life.

Zig Ziglar is a beloved author and America’s motivator.

He is the author of 25 books and offers training and consulting to organizations all across the globe. To learn more about Zig and his business visit his website at www. ziglar.com.

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ealtor® is just one of the many words that describe Michael King at Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Champions. This Riverside native, Marine Corps Veteran and father of two is also a professional pilot, a photographer, a visual artist and a singer/songwriter. In real estate, he has found a profession that allows him to fully express his many passions while serving others in a meaningful way.

Michael works side-by-side with his life partner, Vicky Macias, as the vice president of marketing for their personal brand, listsellhomes.com. He joined Vicky in real estate during the recession market.

He recalls, “I got into real estate at the worst time, but also one of the best times to really learn what it takes to compete.”

With this winning attitude, Michael went on to develop his creative interests around marketing homes with unrivaled polish and panache. He engages the senses of potential buyers through beautiful still and video images designed to spark their imaginations and convey each home’s distinctive charm. Through a combination of imagery and music, he creates a mood that invokes an emotional response in the viewer.

“Architectural photography is a unique approach, and I’ve learned how to use lighting and composition to make every image magazine quality. My goal is to use photos to demonstrate the personality of the home, and video to give people a sense of its movement. I use only professional-grade equipment, and it shows in the superior results. When people use cell phone photos to market their homes, the colors are muddy and look unnatural.”

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Clients who choose Michael and Vicky as their real estate agents have the benefit of working with a team that does all marketing functions in-house, saving time and money while creating seamless results. “The average video costs about $800 for 45 seconds. I use a Cannon cinema camera and professional drone, and then edit for maximum effect.

The greatest satisfaction for me is when we show clients their ad or pictures and see the sincere sense of pride they feel in their home. A home is a personal reflection of everything they have built, their family and what interests them personally. It matters to be able to show that in its best light.”

Marketing a home effectively also means thinking outside the box. Michael explains, “We took a listing in LA that was an awesome house with a big lot, but a fixer upper. We only had a few good photos of the house, so I used video to market the area rather than the home. They were just building a new train station nearby, so I focused on marketing the strengths of the location. It turned out to be a very successful strategy.”

Once Michael has created unforgettable images of a home, the next step is to get them seen by as many people as possible. He is an expert at leveraging digital resources to drive traffic to listings. “If you’re trying to attract buyers using just signs and open houses, you’re missing out. It costs a fraction to have 25,000 people look at an online ad and go to a website. Once you generate interest, you can get them in the door.”

list with us know they’re being taken care of. If something goes wrong while they have their home listed, most issues will be covered with just the cost of the deductible, and coverage extends for 180 days from the listing date. That little extra insurance can make a difference with a buyer who is uncertain about a purchase.”

For all his talents and hobbies, Michael says family is his greatest priority in life. “What I love about real estate is that it allows me to do everything I love to do — video, photography, layout, design, writing, flying, being with people — and then be at home at the end of the day for my kids and Vicky.”

“All it takes is all you’ve got.” This is the credo Michael lives by. “People I work with in real estate are literally getting everything I have,” he says. “I love having this opportunity to live my dreams while helping other people achieve theirs.”

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5 Ways to Stay Positive When You’re Having a Bad Day Written By Matt Fore 14

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t’s Murphy’s Law. The line you get in at the department store doesn’t move because there is a lady at the register who waited until the last minute to dig through her overstuffed wallet for a coupon. So you change checkout lanes only to get stuck behind a man digging through a deep pocket for exact change.

We all have bad days when it seems like nothing is going right. But few can compete with Charles, a man who experienced a lifetime’s worth of bad news in a single day.

Charles lived a stressful life. He worked from morning until night without any spare time for annoyances. Little did he know, when he woke up one morning, he had already lost more than $200,000—embezzled from his inheritance by a family “friend.” In an unrelated turn of events, he lost his job the same day. That evening he discovered his wife was filing for divorce.

We don’t have control over the way life plays out, but we do not have to be a victim to its tyranny. With a few savvy insights and positive action steps, we can power through almost anything that comes our way.

Here are five ways to stay upbeat and positive, even when life is not cooperating: 1. Develop a plan.

Often we just feel “off” and we let it affect our day without finding out what it is that made us feel down in the first place. So identify what’s making you feel despondent.

Be specific. And once that is done, make a plan. Write out what you can do to turn around your sour mood.

In her Psychology Today article, “Thirteen Small Decisions That Will Ease Anxiety,” Meg Selig writes, “If you start to ruminate over a situation that you’ve already planned for, tell yourself, ‘Stop, I’ve already made a plan.’”

The very act of identifying and planning can result in tremendous stress relief.

2. Associate with winners.

We tend to think like the people we hang around. That’s not news, but how often do we stop and notice who we talk to every day? The group that laments over a two-cent gas hike is not likely the same group that discusses the latest stock options. It’s two different mindsets. The greatest investment for the worrywart is to find a cell of positive-

minded, successful people. How did they get where they are? How do they think? Let the osmosis begin.

3. Speak positive words.

We tend to believe what we say. Our minds literally go in the direction of our words. Of course, we can’t talk ourselves into being taller, but we can have a more positive outlook by noticing the good, anticipating a positive outcome and speaking it out loud. It’s almost impossible to shout, “I feel fantastic!” and be depressed at the same time.

A few verbal affirmations throughout the day will go a long way toward lifting your spirits.

4. Laugh anyway.

There is so much to stress over these days—politics, the economy, the ozone layer, the missing button on your favorite shirt. Still, there is a consensus among many medical professionals that laughter will do you a world of good. In fact, the Mayo Clinic article “Stress relief from laughter? It’s no joke” says, “A rollicking laugh fires up then cools down your stress response and it can increase your heart rate. The result? A good relaxed feeling.” To stay upbeat and positive, make laughter a deliberate part of your arsenal against the blues.

5. Execute.

Once you’ve identified what deflates your spirit, made a plan to overcome it and developed some mental weapons, it’s time to bring out the big guns. Put your thoughts into action. It’s hard to worry about a problem while you are busy solving it. This is no time to be passive. Get angry.

Get aggressive. Attack your problems with a vengeance.

What right do they have to destroy the pleasure you get out of life? The physical act of execution is a diabolical weapon against whatever ails you and can create a surprising sense of bliss in the midst of the turmoil.

Charles, who arguably had a much worse day than you, adjusted to his loss and even forgave his thieving friend. He used his skills to move forward in a new career and met a beautiful woman in the process. He learned a lot about himself, found some new priorities and doesn’t stress about the length of a department store checkout lane. He is happier than he has been in a long time and looks for opportunities to share his success with others.

If Charles can do it, so can you.

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SoCal native with international flair, Alison ClayDuboff is more than a top-producing South Bay RealtorÂŽ at RE/MAX Estate Properties and president of Salty Water Properties, Inc. She is a real estate influencer whose personal brand is recognized worldwide as an icon of California style and standard for real estate excellence. People everywhere know her as the sassy lady sitting on a surfboard held by two smiling surfer dudes.

That image has gone viral and sparked for her a whole series of surfboard photos featuring an array of surfers as diverse as the South Bay community itself.

Alison’s personal story reads like a page-turning novel, beginning with her sun-soaked LA childhood and graduation from Beverly Hills High School, and later, her studies abroad at the American School in Paris and subsequent graduation from George Washington University in

Washington D.C. She tried her hand at radio and television broadcasting, which seemed like the perfect expression for her bigger-than-life personality, but soon found the business was not her true calling. A fluent French speaker, Alison lived for a time in Europe, working as a public relations ambassador to a famous French woman.

Many years later, Alison was living with her husband and daughter in Saudi Arabia, when he passed away suddenly, leaving her to navigate her grief in a foreign land.

Alison rallied her courage and returned to California, where she reinvented herself once again. She remarried, enjoyed a successful marketing career, and eventually turned her considerable passion to a vocation she had long contemplated: real estate. Hers has been an upwardtrending success story ever since.

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Today, Alison has the joy of working in a community she loves alongside her husband, Ken, who is concierge of client services and brings customized support to each client’s experience. “He retired from his career a couple years ago, and he joined me in this role,” she says.

“Everybody loves him so much.” Marsi is the team’s transaction coordinator, and she ensures that every escrow closes seamlessly. “She is wonderful, and I don’t now how I ever survived without her,” Alison says.

One of the things that makes working with Alison special is that when you hire her, you get her. That means getting all the benefits that come with her real estate knowledge, lifelong relationships, familiarity with the area, marketing expertise and supreme professionalism.

Alison’s connection with people and genuine care for their welfare come through in the many things she does to minimize the stress of a transaction and advocate for their best interests as they make their next move. One client commented: “All I can say is Alison is outstanding.

My father died, and we needed to sell his condominium, and we were busy with too many other things to try to figure out what needed to be done. Alison took almost everything on to her own shoulders and took care of most everything that needed to be done. The condo sold in a week $10,000 above asking. Wow!” Alison is an industry expert who is called upon to speak internationally about real estate. She was a presenter at a conference in Rome in 2016, the Keynote Speaker for the first RE/MAX France Convention in 2017, and has been a Global Real Estate Presenter at the California Association of Realtors Expo. Most recently, she spoke to a group of investors and brokers in Tokyo, where she showcased the beautiful assortment of properties available in Southern California for income or second homes, along with the tax deferments available when buying income property in California. “I’m a Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS), and I give presentations and enjoy speaking with clients all over the world.”

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Alison serves a diverse array of clients in her real estate practice. “I define global real estate as inbound, outbound and local multicultural demographics. I have a fair share

If you are strolling on the strand or taking in the South Bay sunset at your favorite local eatery, you may see Alison and Ken walking by with their two Bouviers de Flanders, Argus and I-V. These distinctive canines are also Alison’s branding partners and appear regularly with her in photos and in person.

Her creativity also extends to helping buyers get what they want. An optimistic seer of infinite possibilities, Alison delivers on her tagline: “Making the Impossible Possible.” With her integrity and energy attuned to the highest good, she listens to her clients and forges the way ahead for them to reach their goals. “My main goal is to be of service to whoever needs me, and I help people at every price point.

Through handling lease listings, I’ve had so many people come to look at a property, and I’ve asked them, ‘Why are you leasing?’ So often they say they don’t think they can afford to buy, when they haven’t even spoken to a lender. I met one young couple, introduced them to my favorite lender, and they bought a townhouse. After living there a couple of years, they moved up to a house in Manhattan Beach.”

of that body of work, and I love meeting people from all over the world and relating to their unique cultural perspectives and needs.”

With her savvy approach to marketing, Alison is a master at designing campaigns that get her clients’ properties noticed. Her own brand is a window to her real estate marketing method. “When I got into real estate, I saw that everyone was doing headshots, and it was boring. I was selling the South Bay, and I wanted people to connect my brand with that. The first surfboard image with the two boys has become known all around the world. It’s my favorite image, and it’s been a lot of fun. I love selling the South Bay! So when I market someone’s home, I also want to make it stand out somehow amongst the backdrop of all the other beautiful properties out there. I know I have to bring something different. I hope when people see my creative advertising they know I will do a good job marketing their home.”

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She continues, “People want to work with someone they know and trust. It all boils down to who you know. I work with local lenders, title, escrow and other professionals I can guarantee will take care of my clients 100 percent and get things done.”

Alison is a bold presence in every area of her life, and she brings passion, creativity and purpose to everything she takes on. “I do everything I can to deliver excellence,” she says.

“It’s not just the transaction, it’s the experience that matters.

I am someone who listens and speaks the language of your goals.”

Alison finds joy in sharing her success with others, whether she is mentoring fellow professionals or giving her time and resources to the many causes that inspire her passion. She is a longtime Rotarian and gives a portion of every commission to the Children’s Miracle Network. She also served on the Hermosa Beach Summer Concert Series advisory board.

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ood things don’t usually come through happy accidents. The most successful people design their own lives and then live their lives with purpose. Their first step is attaining clarity.

I define clarity as understanding and documenting your personal and professional goals, and determining the “why” behind reaching them. It’s vital to developing a clear vision, outlining priorities and objectives, and tackling goals with a real sense of urgency and focus. Clarity is achieved when we know where we are in relation to where we want to go.

Without clarity, it is almost impossible to generate the kind of focus necessary to act swiftly and deftly on a daily basis.

If you have no clear vision, there is nothing to tie your objectives to and nothing to measure your progress and performance against.

When you have clarity about your vision, you discover yourself being pulled toward it, and all you have to do is follow the connecting opportunities that carry you along, allowing you to mark your victories faster and faster.

Think about a time when you’ve been excited and regenerated at the thought of achieving a big goal. There’s nothing like that adrenaline rush. When you have clarity, you get that excitement, building and fueling your energy.

Clarity and focus together form the basis of execution. So get completely clear about the things that you want, and then take action.

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f the qualities of communication, trust and integrity are your formula for the ideal Realtor®, look no further than Troyce Hargis-Monroe. As a lifelong resident of Orange County, Troyce brings his local

Troyce committed the first part of his professional journey to his passion for food. During his successful 22 years in the food and beverage industry, he rose to corporate management and oversaw flourishing teams throughout the country. Eventually, he decided it was time for a new adventure. “I’ve always had a love for real estate,” he says.

“When I made the decision to do it, I quit my job and gave it my full focus.”

Troyce took up real estate with the same passion he had given to his first career, and his first clients ended up selling and having him represent them totaling over $1.6 million. Today, he is an award-winning agent at Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage, Southern California’s number one selling agency. “I chose Coldwell Banker because I knew it was a company that could support my clients on a grand scale. I can work with anyone all over the world, and that access has allowed me to do deals specifically because of our affiliations worldwide.”

Troyce’s grace and polish reflect his many years of corporate business training and certification in negotiations. “I worked in corporate management with some big companies, and they put me through personality profile training.

I learned how to interact with all different kinds of people and their personalities, and how to immerse myself in different scenarios that may be uncomfortable and still be able to adapt. In this business, it helps me walk into any situation and handle both sides effectively.”

knowledge, professional know-how and personal care to every transaction for an unprecedented real estate experience.

Motivated by his love for people and genuine desire to help them achieve their goals, Troyce is relentless in delivering excellence. “I live by something a former boss used to say, ‘We build great ships at a profit if we can, at a loss if we must, but we build great ships.’ I’m about quality.

I get to know people personally, what their goals are, and then do the work to make it happen. I love learning about people, where they’ve been, where they want to go, and how I can help with that.”

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Clear communication is the foundation for the trust Troyce creates with his clients. “I don’t just hear; I listen. I think there’s a difference. I want to understand what someone is looking for, and I don’t sugar coat a situation — I tell it straight up. It’s important because I think a lot of people received sugar-coated information in real estate. If I’m working with a seller, I’m going to be honest with them about what their home is worth and show them the data that proves it. I want a quality listing, and I want them to succeed in selling their home for the highest price the market will actually deliver. Or a buyer could miss their dream home because they want to go in and low-ball an offer, and in certain markets you can’t do that. They’re relying on me to be the expert, and that requires honest communication.”

Integrity is another hallmark of Troyce’s service.

“My name reflects on every transaction,” he says.

“It’s important that every aspect is done correctly and I show up as a full-circle professional, not only with my client, but with anybody I come in contact with. I make sure that everyone who is working on the deal — agents, escrow, title, lenders — is equally professional with my clients. Professionalism and communication make this business a whole lot better.

The highest compliment is when other agents say to me, ‘It was great doing a deal with you. It went so smoothly.’”

Troyce lives with his husband, Greg, in Ladera Ranch, where he is fully immersed in the community.

“It is such an amazing community, and I sell the lifestyle here that goes with the home. I was born and raised in OC so I know a lot of the areas really well.

We have a lot of friends here, and we love to entertain at home with good food, drinks and music. Our home is our happy place for being with friends and family. We also love to travel. London is our favorite destination, and my goal is retire as a London tour guide and lead people on tours to the behind-thescenes, local version of the city.”

“When it comes to client care and dedication, Troyce delivers the best possible service. With his extensive knowledge of the local neighborhoods and his top-notch negotiating skills, I am extremely confident that any person I send his way will be given the best real estate experience possible.”

Troyce Hargis-Monroe Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage 28051 Greenfield Dr., Ste. A Laguna Niguel, CA 92677 Tel: 949.220.4888 Email: realtortroyce@gmail.com Web: www.Troyce.CBInTouch.com DRE # 01939173

When a client trusts him with their biggest investment, Troyce wants them to feel confident that they are making the right move. One client affirmed: ExecutiveAgent Magazine

Wherever You Are, Be There

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nce we master the art of being, we open the door to a lifetime of happiness.

One of the major reasons why we fail to find happiness or to create unique lifestyle is because we have not yet mastered the art of being.

While we are home our thoughts are still absorbed with solving the challenges we face at the office. And when we are at the office we find ourselves worrying about problems at home.

We go through the day without really listening to what others are saying to us. We may be hearing the words, but we aren’t absorbing the message.

As we go through the day we find ourselves focusing on past experiences or future possibilities. We are so involved in yesterday and tomorrow that we never even notice that today is slipping by.

Lifestyle is learning to be wherever you are. It is developing a unique focus on the current moment, and drawing from it all of the substance and wealth of experience and emotions that it has to offer. Lifestyle is taking time to watch a sunset. Lifestyle is listening to silence. Lifestyle is capturing each moment so that it becomes a new part of what we are and of what we are in the process of becoming.

Lifestyle is not something we do; it is something we experience. And until we learn to be there, we will never master the art of living well.

Jim Rohn knows the secrets of success - in business and in life. He has devoted his life to a study of the fundamentals of human behavior and personal motivation that affect professional performance. He can awaken the unlimited power of achievement within you! Reproduced with permission from the Jim Rohn Weekly E-zine. Copyright© 2006, Jim Rohn. All right reserved. For information about Jim’s keynote presentations and seminars, contact the FrogPond at 800.704.FROG(3764) or email susie@FrogPond.com http://FrogPond.com.

We go through the day rather than getting something from the day. We are everywhere at any given moment in time except living in that moment in time.

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Embracing Adversity For Achievement

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uccess in life depends upon being strong, people with clear goals and indomitable spirits. Unfortunately, most of us are not born that way. We grow that way. And that growth can either come from us entering willfully into situations that will cause us to grow, like subscribing to Made for Success, or from the way we react when circumstances come upon us without our consent. The latter is what we call adversity.

Most of us spend our lives trying to avoid adversity, and I guess that is just as well. We should not pursue adversity, but when she arrives, we should welcome her as a foe who, though our interaction with her, will make us into better people. Every contact we have with adversity gives us again the opportunity to grow personally and professionally and to forge our character into one that will achieve much later on.

With that in mind, here are some thoughts on adversity, and how it can help you to succeed in every area of your life and achieve your dreams.

Adversity brings out our resources.

Horace said “Adversity reveals genius, prosperity conceals it.” When everything is going well, we coast.

There is not a lot of stress, and we do not have to draw too much on the resources that reside within us. But when adversity comes we begin to draw upon each and every resource that we have in order to conquer the circumstances at hand. Adversity then, keeps us sharp. It keeps us using our personal muscle, if you will. That is a good thing because we grow through the use of our resources.

Adversity brings us together with others.

Sure a team can have their problems with each other, but when they on the court, when they experience the adversity of facing another obstacle, they pull together. One for all and all for one, as they say. The next time you experience adversity of some kind, keep your eyes open for how it can bring you together with your family, your co-workers or your team. Then when you are through it, you will find a bond that was created that was not there before.

Adversity makes us better people with stronger characters. Never underestimate the power of adversity to shape us inwardly. How will courage, discipline and perseverance ever flourish if we are never tested? After adversity, we come out stronger people and able then to use our character and influence in an even greater way to lead those around us and to improve their lives as well as our own.

Adversity makes life interesting.

John Amatt said, “Without adversity, without change, life is boring.” How true. Have you noticed that while we are in the middle of adversity we only long to get out of it, but we then spend a lifetime recounting it to anyone who will listen? This is because it spices life up a little. Imagine how boring life would be if everything always went well, when there was never a mountain to be climbed.

Here are some questions for you to reflect upon before I close: Q. If you are in the middle of some adversity right now, what resources are you drawing on? Who are you drawing closer to and working with? What part of your character is being tested, and built up? What can you do to view this adversity as one who will be better for it on the other side?

Every adversity, every failure, every heartache carries with it the seed of an equal or greater benefit – Napoleon Hill Chris Widener is the President of Made For Success. He teaches leaders how to become Extraordinary Leaders.

Chris’ speaking and consulting services have challenged the best to become optimists, to pursue excellence relentlessly, and to dream big dreams. Copyright© 2007, Chris Widener.

All rights reserved. For information about Chris’ speaking and consulting services, contact the FrogPond at 800.704.

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