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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
Quality Questions Create a Quality Life Author: Colleen Kilpatrick
"Quality Questions Create a Quality Life"
The questions we ask ourselves determine our thoughts, our feelings and, ultimately, our lives. Oftentimes, when we find ourselves in a mental funk it is because we have been asking ourselves poor quality questions such as, "Why can't I get anywhere on time?”, “Why is this happening to me?”, “Why did I miss that appointment?”, “Why can’t I get anything accomplished?”, “Why me?”
The fact is, poor quality questions, produce poor quality answers, which lead to poor quality results.
What's a poor quality question? It depends. But, questions that begin with the word "why" (as all the above do) are more likely to be in the "poor quality" category than those that begin with the word, "what".
"Why" questions have their place. They help us gather information about an event or a situation to better understand it. They are especially effective when used by scientists, historians and researchers.
But, when it comes to personal development, questions that begin with the word, “Why”, can keep us mired in the mud of negativity, unable to move forward into the life we desire. They serve to keep our minds in the past, focused on the problem, rather than the solution.
There is a saying, “What you focus on expands”. To become the best we can be, we must learn how to focus on solutions so that our mind fills with possibilities. How do we do that? One of the best ways is by asking ourselves questions that begin with the word, “what”.
“What” questions are future-oriented. They put our minds into a creative, resourceful state and help us discover solutions. They help us move forward with a clear vision of what we desire and the action we must take to achieve it.
According to Anthony Robbins in his book, ‘Awaken the Giant Within’, “If we want to improve the quality of our lives, we must improve the quality of the questions we habitually ask ourselves.” High quality questions produce empowering thoughts, which lead to more effective actions and more desirable results.
Are you ready to put some high-quality questions to work for you? The following questions will help you achieve extraordinary results in all areas life, both personal and professional. Print them out. Keep them handy. Ask them often.
1. What do I want less of in my life? What do I want more of?
Two great questions to help you discover the changes you want to make in your life.
2. What have I been putting-off that I am ready to take action on?
Discover where you have been procrastinating with this one.
3. What can I do to improve this situation/relationship/project?
This question will instantly put you into a creative and resourceful frame of mind. Ask this question and you will discover what you can do to affect positive change.
4. What is the lesson for me in this challenge?
Every challenge is an opportunity for both personal and professional growth. Ask yourself this question to discover the lesson available to you in the challenges you face.
5. What can I do today to bring me closer to my dreams and goals?
Get ready to tap into your inner wisdom to achieve all that you desire with this question.
6. What do I need to start doing immediately?
This is a great question to put you into action and ‘bridge the gap’ between where you are now and where you want to be.
7. What is the outcome I desire?
Knowing the outcome you desire in all situations, discussions, meetings and challenges will make the path to it clear.
Your mind is standing-by, ready and willing to serve you. It will answer whatever questions you give it. Ask any of these powerful questions and you will harness the power of your mind to produce the results you desire. Best of luck to you!
Colleen Kilpatrick is a Business Coach, Marketing Consultant and Motivational Speaker dedicated to helping business owners achieve extraordinary results from their marketing efforts while living an exceptional life. To sign up for either her free marketing newsletter (filled with powerful, revolutionary marketing tips and ideas) or her free motivation newsletter (filled with powerful ideas to motivate you to greatness)send an email to colleen@colleenandcompany.com.
