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Timothy K. Lynch
Office of Fleet Management
City of Philadelphia
Rick has a magical approach that provides a clear and
concise message specifically designed to the needs of his
audience. Rick will provide all the motivational magic you
will ever need, propelling your organization to the next
level of greater success.
Thomas Mulhern
Frontier Communications
Rick Saldan is a compelling and absorbing motivational speaker and
magician.I have been to five of his
Motivational Magic presentations and it is amazing how he keeps our
college audiences on the edge of their seats.
A highly entertaining performer with great comedy flair. Rich content to
increase students' productivity, peak performance and motivation. If you
need an outstanding motivational speaker for colleges, Rick is definitely
one of the world's greatest speakers and magicians!
Dr. Rob Gilbert, Sport Psychologist,
Montclair State University
Rick Saldan has the wit, wisdom and sorcery of a wizard. He
has a dynamic personality, and all will enjoy his
captivating stories, comedy and magic!
Dennis Slaughter
Credit Suisse First Boston
Rick Saldan delivers a first-class show! A pro in every
sense of the word. Funny, unique, entertaining and polished.
Brian Letscher, Actor
Hawaii Five-O, NCIS, Cold Case, Law & Order and The Mentalist.
Rick Saldan is a wonderful combination of master magician, comic
improviser and first class speaker. The audience loved his program, which
was music to our ears. If you love celebrity motivational speakers such as
Tom Hopkins, Dale Carnegie and Zig Ziglar, then you'll love Rick!
Dottie Burman, President
Burtley Productions, Inc.
Rick Saldan
is an incredibly talented performer and motivational speaker with great insight. He shares many powerful
motivational messages that will enhance your life for the better!
Jack Murray, President
Dream Illusions
Rick is one of the best inspirational speakers on
the scene today. Funny, fun loving and highly energetic. If you want to
make your next event into an extraordinary one, then invite professional
speaker Rick Saldan and his amazing Motivational Magic.
Andres Lara, President
Inspiration Times Magazine
Looking For Better Possibilities During Challenging Times Author: Kerul Kassel
Almost everyone I've talked with has suffered considerable
financial losses, many people have been laid off (and those that remain have to do the work of 2 or 3 people), business-owners have seen their sales drop off, and most people are scrambling to hang on to what they have without losing more.
It's very tempting to give in to the idea of a general downturn and constant low-level concern (or downright worry) about the future.
But will that help you or hinder you? Will it shut you down, or will it prompt you to think about new opportunities, consider novel initiatives, brainstorm innovative strategies for better results?
How you decide (yes, decide) to perceive this current state of affairs, and what to do about it will determine a few things: your every-day sense of satisfaction; your ability to experience a feeling of success and prosperity; your prospects for the future.
While it's challenging to overcome the inclination to blame the economy or the markets or the political situation, we don't need to dwell in that place; it's not productive or fun. It may be uncomfortably comfortable to allow other forces to define the near future for us, but
in doing so we give up our own responsibility for our situation.
This prevents us from taking action toward rearranging circumstances to make things better.
Belt-tightening, reapportioning portfolios, longer hours at the job or business might be called for, but don't let them inform your every decision and thought. Use them to create meaningful changes that serve your long-term needs. See them as paths to new opportunities for growth, rather than a reason to wallow in the worry, fear, and anxiety of your own Pity Party.
PITY-PARTY BUSTERS
When you catch yourself heading into that downward spiral of thoughts that lead to visions of unpleasant outcomes, how can you put the brakes on and reverse gears? Having your own Pity Party is necessary at times. It's part of the emotions we naturally experience after a setback, disappointment, or changing circumstance.
Depending on what it is that triggered this Pity Party will partially determine how long you'd like to be there (the more serious or damaging, the longer you'll be likely to want to wallow), but here's a thought that I've found helpful (many of you who know me know that I use it often): Pain is inevitable. Suffering is optional.
So what options are available? The first step is to realize that you're making yourself miserable, and you don't really need to. Is complaining, grousing, moaning, and bitching, going to make things get better for you?
Probably not. Instead, ask yourself some questions:
How might I be responsible for this situation? (this does NOT mean endless self-blame; realize that you did the best you could at any given moment. Self-forgiveness and compassion are key.)
How can I use this as a meaningful learning opportunity?
What positive outcome might this situation have for me?
What are the things I have to be grateful for this moment?
What would my hero do in this situation? (Pick someone you respect and admire)
Alternatively, read something uplifting (see Bootstrap resources, below), or call some friends (or your coach!) together for a brainstorming session (and don't reject out of hand…listen for what might be possible!). List half
a dozen things that are working in your life, as well as your strengths, talents, gifts and passions, and how you could use them better.
Take a walk, play with a child or a dog, help someone less fortunate than yourself, clean out some clutter, or do something fun (remember fun?).
This takes a little practice to do with regularity, but it's gets easier, and quickly.
Kerul Kassel is a personal and business coach offering individual and group coaching formats, teleclasses, and presentations for organizations and corporations. Her compassionate yet very knowledgable manner motivates and inspires here clients and audiences. She can be reached at kerul@newleafsystems.com or by telephone at 201-903-9046. For more information go to www.newleafsystems.com.
