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May 26, 2014
Which Veterans Would You Like to Thank?
Today is Memorial Day in the United States. For many, this simply means an opportunity to take the day off, relaxing with family and friends. But there’s more to it than that.
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Memorial Day is a day we set aside to commemorate those veterans who have died in the service of our country. It was first enacted to honor those in the Union Army who died in the American Civil War. After the first World War, it was expanded to include American casualties of any war or military action.
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May 24, 2014
Platform Conference [Event]

I am really excited about the upcoming Platform Conference. Mark your calendars for November 9-11, 2014. I will be hosting the entire conference but will present two sessions.
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Date:
November 9, 2014—November 11, 2004
Event:
Platform Conference
Topic:
Platform: Get Noticed in a Noisy World
Sponsor:
Dynamic Communicators International
Venue:
The Broadmoor
Location:
Colorado Springs, CO
Public:
Public
Registration:
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More Info:
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May 23, 2014
4 Strategies for Cutting Your To-Do List in Half
Whenever I ask a friend how they are doing, they inevitably respond, “Busy. Crazy busy.” It seems like all of us have more to do that we can possibly get done.
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One of the most helpful time management principles I’ve ever found is David Allen’s Two-Minute Rule. The basic concept is that you take immediate action on anything that can be done in two minutes or less. This is the key to becoming more productive.
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May 21, 2014
#095: How to Make $150,000 This Year from Your Platform [Podcast]
In this episode I share a recent interview I did for Platform University with Dan Miller on the topic of monetizing your platform. Unlike so many others, Dan shows you exactly how to do it.
If you don’t know Dan Miller, he’s the author of the New York Times bestseller, 48 Days to the Work You Love. He is also a popular podcaster and blogger. You can find out more about him at his 48 Days Website.
If you fall into one of the following categories, this episode is for you:
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May 20, 2014
Last Day to Get Introductory Pricing on My Get Noticed! Theme™ for WordPress
Today is the last day you can get introductory pricing on my Get Noticed! Theme™ for WordPress. It ends tonight at midnight.
Fall in Love with Blogging Again
If you’re not a blogger, a small business owner, or an entrepreneur—and have no plans to be one—you can probably just skip this post and move on with your day.
But if you are or aspire to be, I believe this theme can make a massive difference in how you share your message and impact lives. But the introductory price ends today.
Buy Now at the Special Introductory Price!
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May 19, 2014
How to Use Templates to Get More Done in Less Time
For years, I have used templates to improve my productivity. I create a template for any task I find myself doing repeatedly. So instead of reinventing the wheel every time, I do it once, save it as a template, and then reuse it.
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For example, before speaking engagements, I always have a conference call with the event sponsor. Initially, I found myself asking the same questions. Sometimes, I would forget to ask something important, so I decided to create a reusable template in Evernote. (You can see it here.)
Don’t miss my free webinar, “must register to attend, but it’s fast, easy, and free.
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May 17, 2014
One Platform Metric You Can’t Afford to Ignore [Free Webinar]
Okay, pop quiz: To be a successful blogger and platform-builder, what ONE metric should you NEVER ignore?
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You might assume it’s unique visitors, social media followers, or comments. Sure, those things matter—at some level. But …
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May 16, 2014
#094: 15 Amazing Lessons I Learned from Bad Bosses [Podcast]
I have had over twenty bosses in my career. One was great, most were average, and more than a few were downright terrible. Surprisingly, I learned the most from the bad ones.
The problem is that the bad bosses make you so miserable, sometimes you fail to appreciate how much you are learning. While I wouldn’t want to work for those bosses again, I wouldn’t trade what they taught me—even if it was unintentional.
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May 15, 2014
My Secret Formula for Building a Massive Email List [Free Webinar]
I’d like to invite you to join me for a free, LIVE Webinar on Monday, May 19th at 9:00 pm Eastern Time (8:00 pm Central, 7:00 pm Mountain, 6:00 pm Pacific). It is the answer to the number one question I am asked about building a platform and having greater influence.
The Answer to the #1 Question I Get Asked About Platform Building
Monday’s Live Webinar is now full. However, we still have room in Tuesday’s scheduled replay. If you attend, you will still receive the special bonus, as if you attended live. Thanks.
In this webinar, I will share a “My Secret Formula for Building a Massive Email List: Step-by-Step Instructions for Growing Your Most Valuable Online Asset.” Nothing is more important to your success as a platform-builder or your ability to positively impact the lives of others.
Register for My Free, Live Webinar!
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My Secret Formula for Building a Massive Email List [Webinar]
I’d like to invite you to join me for a free, LIVE Webinar on Monday, May 19th at 9:00 pm Eastern Time (8:00 pm Central, 7:00 pm Mountain, 6:00 pm Pacific). It is the answer to the number one question I am asked about building a platform and having greater influence.
The Answer to the #1 Question I Get Asked About Platform Building
In this webinar, I will share a “My Secret Formula for Building a Massive Email List: Step-by-Step Instructions for Growing Your Most Valuable Online Asset.” Nothing is more important to your success as a platform-builder or your ability to positively impact the lives of others.
Register for My Free, Live Webinar!
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