We often find ourselves in a situation in which we either accept the change that someone else imposes upon us or in which we ourselves effect the change we would like to see happen. We sometimes stammer and hesitate and procrastinate with regard to decision making. Not making a decision is a decision in itself.

After changing the way you think. (Article 3 in the series), OPENING YOUR MINDS EYES can be a life-changing experience. Simply noticing things around you that you have always taken for granted or maybe even never thought of. Sometimes we focus on a certain resource or application of that resource when trying to achieve a goal and we miss out on other things that are happening around us that could also be important. Some of those things might not have anything to do with what you are trying to accomplish, but could at the same time stimulate you to find another solution that will take you to where you want to go. There are things happening to you and affecting you right at this moment, that you are probably not thinking about.

For example, do you have any idea how your pulse is at the moment? How fast is your heart pumping? Think about every part of your body. Has tension accumulated in any one area of your body? Your shoulders maybe? Your back? Your jaw? Are you frowning unnecessarily? How does your back feel leaned against the chair you are sitting on? How do your feet feel in the position they are currently? Are there any other sounds in- or outside the room where you are? What are they? Take in everything!

Also, believe that everyone you meet gives you something that will help you achieve your goal. Everyone! It is a gift. Take the time to figure out what it is! Is it something they said? Something they did? Something they did for you or for themselves that stimulates you to think? Adopting this mentality will help tremendously in the development of your creative mind.

AND THEN!

Ask yourself the question: "WHAT NEEDS TO HAPPEN in order for me to get what I want?" Be specific in your answer. Be very, very specific. (see article 3 in the series) That is not a about what you think is possible. It is an exercise in objectivity and in telling yourself what really has to happen in order for you to be successful, no matter who you are.

Pull out a sheet of paper and write down all the different ways of getting what you want. Really push yourself to answer the question, "How many different ways are there to get what I want?"

Give yourself a target of how many of these things you would like to come up with and then double that target! Push yourself to be creative and find new ways! You will be handsomely rewarded if you do. When I first did this exercise I personally shot for 15 and doubled that number.

To do this exercise effectively, you must step out of your comfort zone. Think outside the box. Think big, and while writing down all the different ways, follow the rule that everything is possible. Everything!

If you are still having trouble, it doesnt mean that it isnt possible for you. It could just mean that you need help. If you feel thats the case, stay tuned for upcoming articles on our journey to achieving extraordinary results or come visit me at www.jolten.com . You can also ask for Anthony to come speak at your event.

Good Luck!

Anthony Lee Smith

Anthony Smith is a former executive with 13 years experience in a fortune 500 company. After a stint in the U.S. Military which lasted nearly six years, he began his corporate career in NIKE in Germany where he entered the company as a technical consultant responsable for touring his area of central (then west) Germany conducting training courses on the technical aspects of NIKE shoes and apparel for in-store sales people who sold the products to end consumers.

He then moved on to become the national manager for that department. Anthony?s next challenge was a European-wide responsability as sales manager for the military bases throughout the continent. In 2004 there became a need for a structured training approach for the sales force in Europe and Anthony was asked to conduct the start-up of this department. From there he made the move to Italy after two years to start a family and to become the national sales manager for footwear, NIKE?s largest business. His significantly positive results earned him a promotion to national sales manager, overseeing the entire sales force and its three divisions footwear, apparel and accessories as well as nearly $400 million.

With an eye on his personal five year vision, he decided he needed an additional experience and so he moved from NIKE to take on the role of country managing director for Levi Strauss? Italian subsidiary.

In 2003 he made a planned, drastic change in his life, moving on to what gives him greater personal satisfaction, which is in helping organizations and individuals improve the quality of life. He currently lives between New York and Bologna, Italy.

Anthony is founder and CEO of Jolten Educational Events and Entertainment, (jolten.com) a consultancy and corporate training company that aims at helping his clients achieve concrete and lasting results. One of Anthony's biggest attributes is his communication and speaking ability. His speeches and seminars are dynamic, memorable and delivered often with unconventional means that stimulate thought and provoke action. Thus the name to his company Jolten. Jolt describes exactly the effect he has on his audiences, awakening them, shaking them, moving them. "Training and speeches must not be boring and static, but rather interesting and yes, entertaining." Anthony is also an actor and his acting training and stage set is evident in his speeches and undoubtedly aid in making his presentations of greater impact. Thus the suffix 'en.