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International Fired Up Month

October is International Fired Up Month!

“The real secret of success is enthusiasm.” – Walter Chrysler

Celebrated from Oct.1-31, this month focuses on motivation and enthusiasm in the workforce, where people learn what gets them Fired Up! and incorporate that into their lives. The power of enthusiasm is critical to success and this month celebrates enthusiasm. It is incredibly rare in the world. I created this month many years ago to focus on the good in our lives.

International Fired Up! month culminates with the 4th Sat. in October, International Make a Difference Day, Oct. 22, 2016, created by USA Weekend. Annually, several million people participate. The power of volunteerism has long been proven to reduce stress and increase longevity. It also improves communication, gratitude and empathy.

Here’s how to to host a Fired Up! week at work or at school or in your community. Employees, students or community members can:

• share inspirational quotes, stories and videos

• maintain a daily success list of all you accomplish- every action you take, every call you make, every thought you follow through on is a success

• share inspirational music, movies, books or stories (like Dolphin Tale, the Butler, the Blind Side)

• share about their dreams and goals and ask for help and support

• form Fired Up! Inspiration Circles™ where they support each other’s dreams and goals

• track group and individual successes on a giant Fired Up! bulletin board/ victory wall.

Give special attention to it and make it a sincere effort. Let others know you value them and encourage their positive attitude. This works especially well with salespeople- they love to see their great results posted. Employees and students who know they are valued as human beings are more loyal and productive.

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What Lights Your Fire?

Get Fired Up! By Doing What You Love

When I wrote my first book, Fired Up!, in 1996, it was born from a deep seated passion. I truly believe there is a fire inside each of us that gets ignited when we do what we love. And that fire spreads and is contagious, igniting the flames in others. That natural enthusiasm is rare. ? While Fired Up! is a practical how-to book, it is filled with stories of people who have succeeded in living their dreams. Because that is what encourages me. Every time I see someone go for it, really risk and take action on a their vision, it fires me up. Every time I hear a story of someone overcoming tremendous obstacles and thriving, I am uplifted. Over 63,000 copies have been sold worldwide, and while that is humbling and exciting, it speaks to the power of dreams and inspiration. What fires you up and helps take you to the next level? Whatever it is, tap into it often to maintain your motivation in a sometimes cynical world.

If you’d like to know more about Fired Up! How To Succeed By Making Your Dreams Come True, go here

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Fire Up Your Presentations

How you finish a presentation matters as much as how you begin.

Whether you are delivering a 30-second introduction or a two-hour sales presentation, your closing moment shapes what people remember, how they feel, and whether your message lands.

Presentation Tip: Finish with Energy and Intention

I recently watched a speaker deliver a solid presentation. They used relevant stories, thoughtful examples, and engaging visuals. The content was strong.

But in the final moments, their voice trailed off. Their energy dropped. The close felt disconnected from the message that preceded it. The audience missed the final point not because it lacked value, but because it lacked presence.

Leaders are remembered for how they make people feel. When your energy fades at the end, the impact fades with it.

Finish with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Close with a story, question, or insight that reinforces the benefit to your audience. Speak with intention. Let your final words signal that what you shared matters.

This ability to communicate with steadiness and conviction under pressure is a core element of executive presence. Learn how leaders strengthen clarity, confidence, and impact in high-stakes moments at Communication and Executive Presence.

People may forget your slides, but they will remember how you showed up. Make your closing count.

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Get Fired Up! About Social Media

Make the Most of Your Posts

If you are one of the of people who regularly use social media to share information, here are a few tips to fire up! your social media and relieve stress from posting. (Learned some of this from Dan Zarella at Hubspot- thanks Dan.)

1. Complete the bio section on each social media platform. Include a photo, background info- anything you are willing to make public. People trust more when they can learn about you and see your face.

2. Don’t overdo it and don’t crowd your content. Posting 5 times within an hour is a waste. It works much better to post once an hour during your heavily trafficked times. Find out what those are by using Tweriod.com.

3. Use keywords in your content to increase your search engine rankings.

4. Keep your article posts short and to the point without lots of flowery language and adjectives. The KISS method works best.

4. Always add value in your posts. Make it about your followers.

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Fire Up Your Business by Thinking Globally

Fire Up your business with global connections

The world is more interconnected than ever. Leaders today routinely work across cultures, time zones, and perspectives, whether or not they operate internationally. Global thinking is no longer optional. It is a leadership capability.

You may collaborate with vendors overseas, serve diverse clients at home, or lead teams shaped by different cultural norms and expectations. Even local organizations now operate in a global context of ideas, communication styles, and values.

What Thinking Globally Really Means for Leaders

Thinking globally is not only about selling products overseas. It is about expanding awareness, adapting communication, and leading with cultural intelligence. Leaders who think globally are better prepared to navigate complexity without friction.

Broader perspective. Global thinkers recognize that there is rarely a single “right” way to approach a problem.
Stronger communication. They adjust language, tone, and expectations to connect across differences.
Greater adaptability. Exposure to multiple viewpoints builds flexibility under pressure.

Why Global Thinking Strengthens Leadership Effectiveness

As organizations grow more diverse and interconnected, leaders must move beyond assumptions shaped by their own background. Multicultural competence increases trust, reduces miscommunication, and strengthens influence across teams and stakeholders.

This does not require international travel. It requires curiosity, listening, and a willingness to learn. Investing in communication skills, cultural awareness, and executive presence prepares leaders to operate effectively in a complex environment.

Leaders who develop these skills are better equipped to communicate clearly, build alignment, and lead confidently across differences. To explore how communication and executive presence support leadership effectiveness, visit the Communication and Executive Presence page.

The future belongs to leaders who can think beyond borders, perspectives, and habits. When you expand how you see the world, you expand what is possible for your organization.

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