Analysing and copying success of others!

Richard Farleigh of Dragons Den fame in the UK was guest speaker at this weeks Future Focus conference in Dublin. He presented some rules he lives by in his business life. One rule which struck me was "analysing and copying the success of others is a waste of time". Interesting! My take is we can be inspired by other's success the key is to take action for ourselves. If you are inspired by a story of success, model don't copy, apply the tactics, techniques, behaviour in your life and to your world.

Richard St. John - 8 Secrets to Success

Randy Pausch - Achieving your childhood dreams

The challenge for all of us - Did you Know?????

New Initiative from Irish Times Training

Irish Times Training …..

Staying Connected….

Benefits

The Staying Connected initiative is designed for individuals seeking employment, returning to work or simply looking to keep actively networking. Individuals are offered hot desk facilities and opportunities to network with their peers while a guest lecture series component is specifically designed to give participants the most up to date information on the latest thinking through to emerging trends.

The initiative is aimed at managers and executives with business experience who wish to stay connected….

Highly practical, the initiative offers the following benefits:

Guest Lectures:

Invitation to 30min lecture from Guest Speakers – Monthly

(Recruitment, Business leaders, developing trends, new directions etc)

Incubation centre for future leaders

Access to hot desk facilities (Monday and Tuesday)

Access to meeting Rooms (diary managed)

Networking sessions

Newspaper

1 complimentary place on a 2 day course (subject to availability) for example

 Presentation Skills

 Project Management

 Finance for the non Financial Manager

 Negotiation Skills

 Business Writing Skills

Criteria:

Individuals must be:

Actively seeking employment

Executive/Manager Level

Prepared to share, support and contribute to the group

Fee:

€30 per month

For more information:

Call Irish Times Training on 01-4727101

SHEIFGAB the World

Conor Cunneen an Irish man working with the transition community in Chicago will be in Dublin to present his workshop SHEIFGAB on Friday 26th June.

The Dublin Job Club would like to send him home with a clear message that those currently unpaid are not taking it lightly and fighting back.

Join us in the Digital Exchange to hear what Conor has to say.

SHEIFGAB the World: 8 Building Blocks to Successful Transition really does help those in job search.

“Mr. Conor, during my transition I have heard many speakers and have found yours (@ St. Thomas) the most practical and down to earth.”

“Conor is an extremely entertaining and motivating speaker. He has encapsulated the 8 building blocks of transition, which many have written volumes, into one acronym that is applicable to all endeavors and facets of our lives.”

“"Conor spoke at my Marketing and Sales Professionals Networking Group (MSG) Meeting. 'SHEIFGAB the World' is a truly inspiring presentation that left us feeling confident about the job search. He is witty, insightful and has great compassion for those in transition.”

To learn more about Conor visit www.irishmanspeaks.com

Please RSVP

Confidence Workshop

Details of a workshop Maria Lynch, long time supporter of the DJC will run in June, you can contact Maria directly maria@motivatedjoyfulliving.ie or visit her website www.motivatedjoyfulliving.ie. 

My next Confidence workshop is happening Sunday 21st June in Walmer Holistic Centre , Raheny. €85p/p 10:30-4:30pm

 

It is aimed at women of all ages that want to improve their assertiveness levels and feel confident to stand up for

themselves. In this practical workshop participants will learn how to make an impact when communicating with others, how to manage conflict and how to set healthy boundaries and protect their energy during challenging situations.

 

In their own words:

‘I found Maria herself, her style, interaction , teaching everything excellent. Best self improvement initiative I've ever done. I will use everything.’ Theresa, Operations Manager.

 

‘Maria is one of the best facilitators. Her passion and enthusiasm is such a joy to be around. Her gentle manner put us all at ease. I found her just superb and can’t believe the day is already over!’ Sara, Training Consultant.

 

Think 2 Act - June 30th 2009

On 30 June 2009, The National College of Ireland will sponsor and host the Think2Act conference for people who have recently been made redundant or are considering taking new steps in their career.

This energetic space is the brain-child of Celine Mullins, Act 4 Business and Eibhlin Johnston, ThinkCoaching. The main theme of the day is CHANGE. 

Visit the website http://think2act.org/ for more details

Summer Networking Event

Wednesday, June 10th.  6.30 – 9.00pm.  O’Callaghan Mont-Clare Hotel

 For members* of the Enterprise Network for Women, the LINK! Start-up Business Network, the Dublin Jobs Club and members of the Dublin PLATO Network.

 

Effective Social Media Networking for Entrepreneurs

Presented by:  Fred Caballero and Facundo Villaverian of Channelship Web Agency (www.channelship.ie)

  

At last!  Twitter and LinkedIn explained to you in plain English.  Learn how to exploit these social media effectively and find out how they can greatly enhance your traditional networking efforts.  Get lots of easy and actionable advice and tips that you can put into practice immediately.

 

There will be plenty of opportunities to meet new people at this event, including some structured networking and a wine/finger-food reception.

 

If you do not already have a Twitter and/or LinkedIn account, you might find it helpful to set these up now and experiment with them a little before the event.  Don’t forget, once network members have a Linkedin account, they may join the DCEB members-only group at: http://www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=1811235

This event is free-of-charge to network members.  For hospitality and housekeeping purposes, please register with me in advance downesad@gmail.com 

Project Co-ordinator Required

David Jones is launching a new project to collect real life stories from unemployed people across the country.

He is planning to compile these into a book which will be published later in the year.

A Project Co-Ordinator is required to manage this project, secure some funding, organise the setting up of a web site (the domain name doleQ.ie has been registered), organise PR, administer the responses from unemployed people, and oversee the compilation and publishing of the book.

This is an opportunity for someone who is currently unemployed, who wants to improve their CV and demonstrate their abilty to manage an exciting and varied project. It is a self funding position; remuneration in the form of a commission from the book sales will be paid.

Show off your talents, build a name for yourself, take part in an exciting and beneficial project.

Contact The Job Seekers Union or David Jones for further details

41 Ways to be a lifestyle design Bad - Ass

Ok, I know I do a lot of cheating on this blog by posting links to other's material. However I do feel my job is to provide access to information, save you time and give some quality insight. Anyway I was cleaning out my bag today and I came across a list I printed out from a blog a couple of months back and I just had to share it!!!

This weeks goal - read the list everyday

41 Ways to be a lifestyle design bad ass!

What do you see?

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