Today’s Motivation DEFINITION-GAME Theory

The world occurs for each us from behind our own eyes. There are over 7 billion realities, each as valid as the next. The world is right and correct from our point of view. When you realize that anyone you connect with has the same point of view, but from their perspective, the chaos and craziness is a lot more palatable.

DEFINITION-GAME Theory

The most prudent way of dealing with people is to assume that their way of defining things is:

Good is what I do; bad is what you do. Right is what I do; wrong is what you do. Honest is what I do; dishonest is what you do. Fair is what I do; unfair is what you do. Moral is what I do; immoral is what you do. Ethical is what I do; unethical is what you do.

Every word, act and situation is subjectively defined by each individual in such a way as to comfortably fit in with his own actions and/or circumstances.

~Robert J. Ringer, The Tortoise’s Little Green Book of Winning theories.

© Copyright 2011 Lynn and Rick Lelchuk

Today’s Motivation – CRUX-OF-THE-ISSUE Theory

Our lives are full of distractions, things to take our focus off the true point. Our accomplishments hinge upon our ability to stay on track no matter what. Evaluate what’s important and ignore the rest.

CRUX-OF-THE-ISSUE Theory

(aka THEORY of RELEVANCE) 

Resist the temptation to be side-tracked by peripheral issues that cannot yield a payoff, no matter what their outcome. Concentrate on the crux of every issue – the point upon which success or failure rests.

~Robert J. Ringer, The Tortoise’s Little Green Book of Winning theories.

© Copyright 2011 Lynn and Rick Lelchuk

Today’s Motivation – CRUMMY-RELATIONSHIP Theory

Although it is better to give than to receive nested within the Law of Attraction is the Law of Receptivity – the key to effective giving is to stay open to receiving.  Take heed of the…

CRUMMY-RELATIONSHIP Theory

A crummy relationship is one in which you consistently give more than your receive, and only masochists and losers allow such a relationship to continue.

~Robert J. Ringer, The Tortoise’s Little Green Book of Winning theories.

© Copyright 2011 Lynn and Rick Lelchuk

Today’s Motivation – CONCENTRATION-PAYOFF Theory

Intently focusing your attention and thought on the problem at hand is the most direct path to its accomplishment. The time spent in preparation is its own reward.

CONCENTRATION-PAYOFF Theory

Success is directly dependent upon the total number of hours one is able to devote to intense, uninterrupted concentration.

~Robert J. Ringer, The Tortoise’s Little Green Book of Winning theories.

© Copyright 2011 Lynn and Rick Lelchuk

Today’s Motivation – CHANGING-CIRCUMSTANCES Theory

We’ve said it before; the one certainty in life is change. Wait 10 minutes and if it isn’t the weather it’s a market condition, an attitude, a trend or the Internet. Count on it.

CHANGING-CIRCUMSTANCES Theory

One absolutely certain thing about life is that, sooner or later, circumstances will change. Never plant your feet in cement.

~Robert J. Ringer, The Tortoise’s Little Green Book of Winning theories.

© Copyright 2011 Lynn and Rick Lelchuk

Today’s Motivation – BOY-GIRL Theory

When in the dance of life , when working with another, when making a deal consider desire and availability don’t always align.

BOY-GIRL Theory

Negotiating is very much like the “dating game”: Every person wants what he can’t have and does not want what he can have. Plan your strategy accordingly.

~Robert J. Ringer, The Tortoise’s Little Green Book of Winning theories.

© Copyright 2011 Lynn and Rick Lelchuk

Today’s Motivation – BLUFF Theory

Above all, be honest in all of your dealings. Making false statements, trying to deceive your way to success never works. Always be able and ready to back up your actions and statements. People will either see right through you or see you for the person of character that you are.

BLUFF Theory

The secret to bluffing is not to bluff. Never lay down an ultimatum unless you’re prepared to follow through on it.

~Robert J. Ringer, The Tortoise’s Little Green Book of Winning theories.

© Copyright 2011 Lynn and Rick Lelchuk