E.I.E.I.O. The Personal Development Farm

E. I. E. I. O.
Life on the Leadership Development Farm

By: Dr. Dan Lavanga



Life on the farm has always been a powerful metaphor for growing a person or an organization with all the natural laws taking place there in plain view. There are a myriad of examples of how harmonizing with the powerful forces of nature is not only advantageous but an absolute necessity for any long term success.

Whether you are on the consulting side, in sales, a leadership position, or simply seeking additional ways to improve your effectiveness, The following five facets should be a part of what you seek to obtain and hope to deliver. We build all our programs at the Lavanga Group with the E.I.E.I.O. rule in mind.

Education: Learning begins in the brain as a network of neurons firing in a specific pattern. The more the firing is repeated and the stronger the stimulation, the shorter the learning curve. The learning curve is also accelerated when the knowledge to be conveyed is communicated through the value system of those whom you intend to influence. It is practically impossible and goes against human nature to resist something that is targeted towards someone’s highest values.

Information: Organizing and communicating data in a form you or your audience will readily and willingly seek to comprehend is the best method of communication. A key is to create a pattern or at least the perception of a pattern of sequentially organized and meaningful information in your message.

Entertainment: The prefix “enter” is relevant here as you create an event or performance containing visual, auditory, and kinesthetic aspects to entertain and engage your audience opening their eyes, ears, minds, and then their hearts.

Inspiration: Breathing life into, inspiring, a person both figuratively and literally is the ultimate goal. Uncovering a hidden dream or an idea that connects someone to their divine origin creates the enthusiasm in the physical body that catapults people to incredible performance levels.

Over Delivering Value: When you are completely committed to the four facets above the value becomes inherent. The one additional step to excel beyond your competition is for you to link your success to the success of those in your charge, your clients, or customers. This is the greatest guarantee that you will over deliver on value. Basically, set yourself up to have no choice!

The greatest harvest is in our own hearts and minds!



www.drlavanga.com, (1-888-LAVANGA)
Dr. Dan Lavanga, is the CEO of Wizdom At Work, a Personal and Professional Management Training Company.




Working “IN” and “ON” Your Business
By: Dr. Dan Lavanga


You have all heard of the difference between working “IN” the business versus working “ON” the business. The professional must develop the skill of doing both and often simultaneously. The necessity of doing both for the individual, the business owner, or the employee who takes ownership of his or her position is paramount and here is why.

Consider that each of you is the CEO of your own business, the business of being you. Now aside from a momentary escape from reality, an out of body experience, or a trip to the Looney bin, it is very difficult to get outside of the business of being you. Most people are so busy and involved “IN” their lives just trying to be themselves, get where they are trying to go, or staying above water, that the concept of working “ON” their lives sounds impossible.

The seven sevens for working “IN’ and “ON” your Business are;

The Seven Areas - Include all aspects of living, spiritual, mental, vocational, financial, family, social, and physical life into your plans. Any area you do not master, someone else will become the master over you.

The Seven Levels - You must be aware of the level of consciousness in which you operate. The words you use will give you an indication of where you are. If you find yourself saying you have to, got to, should of or could of, versus you chose to, desire to, or love to then you are operating closer to the survive than the thrive level of consciousness.

The Seven Skills - Work from a blueprint, life, or business plan. Create or find a mastermind group, network, or coach. Implement your plans with organized action. Revaluate your progress regularly and integrate your plan of action and your highest values into your daily activities.

The Seven Steps - Your goals rise out of your mission and are stepping stones on the way to completing your plan. Use models and mentors to save you from reinventing the wheel. Your effectiveness and vitality are directly related to the vividness of your vision and your level of gratitude and appreciation.

The Seven Secrets - The world is an ever changing dynamic, the secret is to be dynamic yourself by expanding your intellect and consciousness, breaking things down, training your brain to see things from both sides of issues, being inspired, inspiring others, collaboration, and opening your heart.

The Seven Fears - Fear can fuel you or fool you. Look at the benefits of fears, understand that fears are part of who you are. Get comfortable with fear, use the energy of fear, you can’t run away from fear, in fact, what you fear you draw near.

The Seven Words of Power - Wisdom, gratitude, presence, certainty, inspiration, enthusiasm, and unconditional love, I challenge you to find a consistently high performing person or organization that does not possess and live by the words of power

Be the CEO of the Business that is you and all else will follow!


www.drlavanga.com, (1-888-LAVANGA)
Dr. Dan Lavanga, is the CEO of Wizdom At Work, a Personal and Professional Management Training Company.

Wanted: Positive Person

Job hunting can get anyone down.

Here's how to stay upbeat and rise above the stress and competition.
By Julie Mehta, New York, New York

What are employers looking for?

Someone with skills, and just as important, a positive attitude.
Yet few experiences are more emotionally draining than searching for a job.

It ranks right up there with divorce among what psychologists call "negative life events."

How do you keep an upbeat outlook in the face of the anxiety, frustration and rejection that are often a part of job hunting?

Get Real

The sooner you confront these feelings, the better off you'll be, says Tony Beshara, author of The Job Search Solution. "I've talked to lots of people who say 'It doesn't bother me,' but inside they're going crazy." His advice? "Express your emotions—write them out or tape record them. Or share them with your spouse or a friend. But avoid pity parties." Don't deny, but don't dwell. Let your emotions out, then move on.

Get Out

"One reason people [who are out of work] feel sorry for themselves is they don't know what to do," says Beshara. "

Once they get into the activity of looking for a job, they become more positive about it."

Establish a routine and plan tasks just as you would at work.

Get up and dressed at a decent hour.
And get out of the house. "Surfing the internet will suck up all of your interview time.

Set up some in-person get-togethers with your networking contacts," says Allison Hemming, author of Work It! "You have to stay out there."
Make more contacts by joining associations in your industry.

Don't be shy about reaching out to family and friends who know how great you are—and who may know someone in your field who can hire you.

Get Balance

Important as your job search is, don't get so consumed by it that you put the rest of your life on hold.

Center yourself by starting the day with something you enjoy that is not job-related—listen to your favorite music, read poetry, say a prayer.
Exercise. It releases endorphins that alleviate anxiety and boost energy.

Pursue a hobby or finish up projects you've been putting off, so you gain a sense of accomplishment regardless of how your job search is going.
"I think one of the greatest therapies is to volunteer," says Todd Bermont, author of 10 Insider Secrets to a Winning Job Search. "

It makes you realize how truly blessed you are and can help build job skills."

Get Perspective

Focus on what you can do today instead of on yesterday's regrets or tomorrow's worries.

Keep trying new tactics.

A part-time job or consulting work can structure your day, build your confidence and expand your network while you're looking for a full-time position.

Gather notes of praise, good performance reviews and awards and post them up to remind yourself how much you have to offer.

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