Quick 10 list

January 5, 2014 by Leave a Comment

When I complete a class session.  While I’m still at the desk and before I shut down the computer to re-join the family, there’s something I like to do.  I’m calling it my quick 10 list.

I quickly write down 5 things that I want to add and 5 things I want to delete from the course content and overall experience.

For example:

Add

  1. Scripted opening statement to welcome the class
  2. A new slide to illustrate a point
  3. Fun poll as an ice-breaker
  4. A USB microphone to ensure better sound
  5. Reminder note to smile when speaking, it makes my voice sound more friendly

Delete

  1. Long story in class #1
  2. Unclear example, find a replacement ? or skip it?
  3. Too many references to the chat room, caused the class to get off topic
  4. Ringing phone, remember to mute all phones
  5. Mispronunciation of class member’s name

Insert these notes into a class folder that contains all of your notes, handouts, ideas, and future plans.  Then, the next time you’re planning this class.  Crack open this memo and use your quick 10 to make improvements.

The quick 10 will help you to immediately identify practical ways to make your online class the best ever.  Every.single.time.

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The #1 Enemy to Launching Your Online Course

January 5, 2014 by Leave a Comment

When you are considering doing an online course, there are plenty of things to stop you.

There are a ton of decisions to make when creating and delivering a course.  But even those who’ve been through my training course, which gives them tons of practical information on how to launch a stellar online course, some still haven’t set the date for the very first one.

Why?

There’s a sneaky enemy among you, that’s throwing you off your ‘A’ game.  And if you continue to listen to this tricky,yet relentless voice, you might not ever launch.

The voice sounds like this:

I’m not sure I know enough yet.

I need to do more research.

Maybe spring is better than the fall for a class.

Maybe summer is better than the spring.

Maybe fall really is best and now it’s too late.  I’ll just wait until next fall.

I need to practice more with the technology.

Sound familiar?

Each time you take the time to answer one of these comments, you delay.

Delay…..delay……delay.

We need to Beat This Enemy For Good

But, before we go into battle we must first identify the enemy by name. That voice is the voice of perfection.Perfection makes you feel that what you are doing is never enough.Perfection will always cause you to doubt who you are, what you know, and what you are doing.

When it comes to your online class, I want you to win this battle.

Here’s a simple, but powerful game plan.

I want you to do 2 things:

  1. Pick a date AND
  2. Stick to it

Short of a major catastrophe - you’re In a car wreck and injured or a major unforeseen opportunity like you are invited to be on national TV and can get incredible exposure, do NOT change this date.

Stick.with.the.plan.

That enemy, perfection, will test you.  He will push you to the edge of what you believe to be possible.  But in the end, you can do more than you think with less than you can ever imagine.

Don’t quit.

Don’t count yourself out.

You can do this.

The world needs you to step up and deliver.

 

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2 Ways to Increase Motivation

March 25, 2012 by 3 Comments

Looking for some help in the motivation department?

Do you have some things you need to do, but can’t seem to find the motivation to do them?

Have you put off some things on your to-do list for way too long?

I want to share a solution that is working for me. But beware, only do this if you mean business. These instructions are only for those who are sick and tired of their own excuses.

If you mean business and are done making excuses, then I have a solution for you.

Method A

  • Write a check for $50, $100, or $1,000, some dollar amount that creates incentive for you.
  • Make it out to a local charity.
  • Give the check to a friend with instructions to mail it if you do not complete your goal.

Need more incentive to get moving?

Method B

  • Set a goal.
  • Tell someone close to you. This really works well if you have children.
  • Make a promise involving them,  that will be received when you meet your goal.

For example. Let’s say you have a goal to start a regular exercise routine. Tell your children. “Hey kids, I am going to start walking every evening for 20 minutes. If I do this successfully for 3 weeks, I will treat you guys to the movie of your choice.” Imagine the incentive your children have to make sure that you go walking. Picture yourself trying to lounge in your favorite chair with live-in personal coaches on the job. Ain’t gonna happen.

By involving your team, you have eliminated one of your first barriers to reaching any goal – quitting early. When you involve someone else in your goal. When you give another person a stake in your success, you drastically up your chances at succeeding.

If you are serious about making goals and completing them, put yourself at risk. Write a check for an amount that is beyond your comfort zone. Make a promise to someone you would never want to let down. Tell the world what you are attempting to do. And get to it!

My Recent Goal

Recently I set a goal for myself. I had only 14 days to complete it. I placed this goal in a prominent place in our home. I committed to it in front of all of my children. And I put myself at risk. If I did not complete my goal, I was going to run a 5K.

Now, what you must understand is, I DO NOT like to run. In my eyes the only good reason to run is if something is chasing you. A vicious dog or something like that. But to get up early on a perfectly good lazy Saturday morning. Pay my hard earned money. And then have to run a 5K? This is not my idea of fun. It is more akin to torture for me. So when I told my children that I would run a 5K, their eyes told me everything I needed to know. They knew momma was serious. Well today is my day 14. Did I make my goal? You bet!!! You will not see me at the next 5K race. But to all you runners out there, I am applauding you from under my covers. Now it’s your turn.

  • Make a goal
  • Tell someone
  • Put yourself at risk
  • Make a grand promise
  • Get to work
  • Achieve success
  • Share your goal and your risk here.

I can’t wait to hear about your success, because success in itself is – A Powerful Moment!

 
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