Every Quarter we produce a newsletter to give you a little slice of what's going on in our lives. It will also give you a few ideas on what you can do live a BAD life and DO BAD Things.
Here is the first copy of "The Slice" for 2014. Enjoy
The Slice "Winter 2014"
Tuesday, January 14, 2014
Wednesday, January 1, 2014
OK sits the Bench...
“OK Sits the Bench…”
My daughter Gloria and my son Michael were both fortunate enough to make their respective junior high basketball teams. As a former player, it was great to see them enjoy the game and have the responsibility of representing their school through sports. However, growing up in the “selfie taking, look at me, I’m awesome” generation, they received a bit of a rude awakening. They made the team, but they were relegated to the bench. At times they seemed to have been permanently stuck there. I know the feeling. In High School, I played left bench, right bench and middle bench. I did it quite well. They began to get frustrated at the lack of playing time because they felt they had done all the right things during practice and off the court. They felt left behind.
When I asked them to give me a realistic assessment of their skills, they both said they were “OK.” Proud that they could recognize their situations at a young age, I merely said to them, “OK sits the bench.” “Good gets off the bench.” “Great plays the game.” They were getting frustrated because they were. expecting a “good” amount of playing time for “OK” skill. When the opportunity was available, they had not prepared themselves sufficiently for success. While others were working on their shot, or dribbling, or defense, my children made other choices.
Preparation is the first step to achieving. The apple farmer can't embark on the journey to grow apples without a plan. She can't engage without the right tools. She can't excel without the right elements in place. She may have soil, but if she does not plow it will not be ready to receive seed. If she does not gather the fertilizer, the seed may not grow. If she does not have a storage barn, she cannot receive the harvest. Without preparation there is no success.
As we begin the first part of the year, are we taking a realistic look at our situations? Are we thinking we are awesome when we know that we are just OK. Understanding our current positions allows us to properly plan and prepare for our next growth. You see, being ok is just the beginning. Building and Developing means that we are striving daily to become better.
Are you still sitting on the bench? Are you tired of riding the pine? Are you ready to get into the game? Then it is time to put your plan together, take the little actions steps necessary for growth, and move down the court. “OK sits the bench.” “Good gets off the bench.” “Great plays the game.” Victory tastes sweet, because preparation takes time.
Rodger
My daughter Gloria and my son Michael were both fortunate enough to make their respective junior high basketball teams. As a former player, it was great to see them enjoy the game and have the responsibility of representing their school through sports. However, growing up in the “selfie taking, look at me, I’m awesome” generation, they received a bit of a rude awakening. They made the team, but they were relegated to the bench. At times they seemed to have been permanently stuck there. I know the feeling. In High School, I played left bench, right bench and middle bench. I did it quite well. They began to get frustrated at the lack of playing time because they felt they had done all the right things during practice and off the court. They felt left behind.
When I asked them to give me a realistic assessment of their skills, they both said they were “OK.” Proud that they could recognize their situations at a young age, I merely said to them, “OK sits the bench.” “Good gets off the bench.” “Great plays the game.” They were getting frustrated because they were. expecting a “good” amount of playing time for “OK” skill. When the opportunity was available, they had not prepared themselves sufficiently for success. While others were working on their shot, or dribbling, or defense, my children made other choices.
Preparation is the first step to achieving. The apple farmer can't embark on the journey to grow apples without a plan. She can't engage without the right tools. She can't excel without the right elements in place. She may have soil, but if she does not plow it will not be ready to receive seed. If she does not gather the fertilizer, the seed may not grow. If she does not have a storage barn, she cannot receive the harvest. Without preparation there is no success.
As we begin the first part of the year, are we taking a realistic look at our situations? Are we thinking we are awesome when we know that we are just OK. Understanding our current positions allows us to properly plan and prepare for our next growth. You see, being ok is just the beginning. Building and Developing means that we are striving daily to become better.
Are you still sitting on the bench? Are you tired of riding the pine? Are you ready to get into the game? Then it is time to put your plan together, take the little actions steps necessary for growth, and move down the court. “OK sits the bench.” “Good gets off the bench.” “Great plays the game.” Victory tastes sweet, because preparation takes time.
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
Quote of the Month
A dream doesn't become reality through magic; it takes sweat, determination and hard work.
Colin Powell
“Success begins in your head”
When we review success, four basic elements come through clearly. Success is created by the Vision to see what others cannot. Success is initiated by the Decision to follow the vision. Success is fueled by a Passion and desire to accomplish. Finally, success is achieved through the Motion of creating a plan and then acting upon it. When these elements are present, success is sure to follow.
Everyone has the ability to taste and experience success. Few have the determination to make success a reality. BAD = Success...You must have the BELIEF ACTION AND DETERMINATION to turn your dreams into reality.
Wednesday, November 6, 2013
Quote of the Month
We believe you need to Know BAD people. These are people who Build And Develop their dreams. They also help other people Build And Develop their dreams. You truly are a reflection of the people you surround yourself with. Do you believe in yourself? Who do you surround yourself with? What reflection do you want to see the next time you look in the mirror? We want you to see a BAD APPLE!
Someone who is Building And Developing Attitudes that Produce a Powerful Leader Everyday!
Go out and Do BAD Things!
Frank and Rodger
Wednesday, October 23, 2013
Where we have been...
Our goal is to travel the world encouraging people to have the BELIEF ACTION and DETERMINATION to BUILD AND DEVELOP their dreams. So, far we've planted growth seeds in 28 states and 3 countries. The journey continues. Just remember, what ever your goal is, just keep on progressing!
Wednesday, October 9, 2013
Wednesday, September 18, 2013
BAD as you want to be!
BAD = Success and Growth. You're only as BAD as you choose to be!
BAD APPLES are people who have a positive energy to them. They have the belief, action and determination to make things happen. They're plant themselves in environments where they can build and develop their success.
Being a BAD APPLE means you are Building And Developing Attititudes which Produce Powerful Leaders Everyday. Successful people have the right "attitude" to make what they're visions into reality.
Here is a great story on the Thoughts of successful people...enjoy!
Thoughts on Successful People
Needless to say, it was an excellent and fascinating time. I decided to learn a little bit myself so I watched them closely to see what kind of people they were and to see what common denominators they shared. Below is what I found. I think you will find the elements applicable to your own life.
The first thing I noticed about this successful sales team was that they had a sense of humor! They simply weren't a terribly serious bunch of people. Instead, they saw that life was to be enjoyed and that means they were able to laugh a little bit. Sure, there were varying levels in this but they all had a sense of humor. They were able to laugh at circumstances, and they were able to laugh at themselves. It was quite refreshing and a core element of their success, I'm sure.
The second thing I found out about this group was that they did not achieve their success through pedigree, but through hard work. They didn't come from families that gave them a free pass into the upper echelon of the corporate world and they didn't get a head start from upper crust universities. What got them to where they are now? Hard work! That's right, another example that if you put your mind to it, work hard and get in the right situation, you can achieve great things! These folks work long hours and are disciplined in the work they do. And it is paying off.
The third thing I noticed about this team is that they are learners. They were always engaged in the learning process. During my sessions they were engaged and listening. You could see their minds processing the information. They were asking questions and applying the material to their work and their lives. They wanted to improve in any way that they could. It was also interesting to watch them in their team meetings led by their sales manager. They were very interactive and were learning from one another. Non of them was above learning from a peer.
What did I see in these successful people? The same things that can make you a success as you apply the principles to your own life:
Chris Widener
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