from StuSeeger

Every day this week, I’ll be posting based upon a random Flickr image that inspires me. Here’s one now.

Today is the final day of my random Flickr inspirational posts, and I will sum up the experience this weekend. Until then, I’d like to explain what this photo of a wind farm brings to mind for me.

I’ve always been amazed at the idea of “capturing” something as ethereal as the wind, and then creating something as powerful as electrical energy from it. Not only do I find the concept astonishing, but I can’t help but wonder who first had the idea of harnessing the wind’s power and turning that into electricity. I mean, who would come up with such a… Continue reading

Posted on February 29th, 2008 by DazzlinDonna
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from weirsdo

Every day this week, I’ll be posting based upon a random Flickr image that inspires me. Here’s one now.

This photo exudes happiness, freedom, confidence, and joy. Each of us has experienced such boundless expression at some point in our lives, when we shed all inhibitions, danced simply for the joy of it, and really allowed our true colors to shine through. Infusing this colorful freedom of expression into not only our “play time” but also into our work time is critical to success, in my opinion.

You don’t have to be colorful, playful, joyous and creative in every blog post or every site article, but that side of you needs to shine through on occasion. Your joyful spirit can embody your ebusiness… Continue reading

Posted on February 28th, 2008 by DazzlinDonna
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If you recall, I mentioned the 4 Phases of Internet Marketing private membership site last week, that offers a free 61-Page PDF report. If you haven’t checked it out yet, you should head over there now.

The same people who created that site, have also created a 26 week Internet marketing program that gives an incredible amount of in-depth information aimed at helping small business achieve online success, and is the expanded version of the free PDF report above.

I’ve been reviewing the 26 week program for a few weeks now, and it is definitely comprehensive and informative. In fact, when the package showed up in the mail, I was surprised by everything that was in the box. (It came with a t-shirt too, but that’s in the… Continue reading

Posted on February 27th, 2008 by DazzlinDonna
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from popofatticus

Every day this week, I’ll be posting based upon a random Flickr image that inspires me. Here’s one now.

Is that a cute pic, or what? It reminds me very much of my 2 year old granddaughter. She’s at that stage of blooming independence in which she wants to do things for herself without any help from us old fogies. If I attempt to help her put on her shoes, for example, she’ll say “I got dis”. Sometimes, she does “have it” under control, and other times she still needs my help. But her confidence in her growing abilities is fun to watch.

I, on the other hand, am regressing as I age. Rather than growing in independence… Continue reading

Posted on February 27th, 2008 by DazzlinDonna
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A lot of what drives me, you, and this site is motivation. Without it, we can’t achieve our goals unless we just get lucky enough to tumble down a mountain and land in a steaming pool of molten luck. Assuming that doesn’t happen, we have to find ways to motivate ourselves so that we get what we want.

I pass along thoughts, ideas, sites, and information that can help motivate us whenever I can. Today is one of those days.

Have you been looking for a motivational book that isn’t like all the other motivational books out there? An acquaintance of mine, JK Ellis, wrote one and I wanted to let you know about it. This ISN’T your normal self-help kind of book. It’s called… Continue reading

Posted on February 27th, 2008 by DazzlinDonna
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from jiparker

Every day this week, I’ll be posting based upon a random Flickr image that inspires me. Here’s one now.

I love this Flickr photo. I recognize myself in that little girl, as I might have been 40 or so years ago. I hated girly-girl stuff, and when Mom would try to dress me up in fru-fru little dresses, like the one this little girl is obviously being forced to wear, I would make a similarly frustrated face. Red velveteen, ruffly dresses aren’t me, and it would be a disaster in the making if I attempted to pretend otherwise.

That same concept applies to establishing your presence on the web, especially if you are blogging, or presenting some sort of personal point of view… Continue reading

Posted on February 26th, 2008 by DazzlinDonna
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from zackreddy

Every day this week, I’ll be posting based upon a random Flickr image that inspires me. Here’s one now.

I love this photo because it’s reflective in nature. It requires one to look at it and reflect upon it, rather than merely appreciating it for its beauty. The message you receive from it is very likely different than the one I receive from it, but that’s what makes great art. The message that speaks to me is that life is a series of snapshot frames. Normally, we don’t notice all of the intricate twists and turns and nuances that speed by as we live our lives. But sometimes, if we stop for a moment to reflect upon… Continue reading

Posted on February 25th, 2008 by DazzlinDonna
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Although the written word is extremely powerful, it can’t compete with a one-on-one conversation. Beginning today, I am launching a new aspect to my business, in which I can be hired as an eBusiness Coach / Consultant. What does that mean? That means, one-on-one conversations with people looking to transition to making a living from home and succeeding with an online business. It means providing guidance, clarity, and support with weekly phone sessions and follow-up emails. It means personal attention.

If you or someone you know is looking for a coach / consultant to help ease them into making a living online, visit my new site (listed below) and consider what it would mean to have your own personal coach guiding you along the way… Continue reading

Posted on February 23rd, 2008 by DazzlinDonna
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I’ve said before that I bumbled my way through to success at making a living online, because when I started, there were no clear instruction manuals or step-by-step guides to help me avoid the pitfalls. Luckily for you, those days are gone. You can find lots of information online about how best to make a living as an Internet Entrepreneur. Some of it you read right here all the time, or in my ebook. Sometimes I point out resources that exist elsewhere. I try my best to only mention resources that are really worth your time, and if the cost is zero, it gets bonus points.

Today is one of those days. I’ve been waiting for this newest resource to be available because I… Continue reading

Posted on February 19th, 2008 by DazzlinDonna
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Flickr is a goldmine of images that you can use to spice up your web site or blog posts. But there are some things you should be aware of, so that you can keep it all legal. Now, I don’t want this to just be some boring post about keeping it legal. No, I intend to showcase how you can not only use Flickr images safely, but easily.

Let’s face it, crafting a good blog post or site article takes time. If I can find ways to cut corners, without sacrificing quality, I’ve just saved money. And as far as I’m concerned, saving money is the same thing as making money.

So, here’s one way to quickly, easily, and legally find and use Flickr images… Continue reading

Posted on February 18th, 2008 by DazzlinDonna
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