5/3/11 – Don’t Forget What You’ve Done

Mike Deichmiller — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 11:37:54 +0000

Lately I’ve been crossing my to do list items off with a highlighter instead of a pen. By seeing exactly what I’ve accomplished during any given day, I feel a since of accomplishment and motivation for the next day. I never really forget the things that I’ve done but looking at my highlighted list at the end of the day is a nice visual representation of a productive day… give it a try.

5/2/11 – The Simple Life

Mike Deichmiller — Sat, 30 Apr 2011 11:31:37 +0000

When is comes down to it, it’s usually the simple things in our lives that bring us the most joy. Try and slow down today and realize those simple things that make you laugh and smile.

For more simple inspiration cheek out 1000AwesomeThings.com

What simple thing brings you the most joy?

4/27/11 – The Power Of Thank You

Mike Deichmiller — Wed, 27 Apr 2011 14:41:44 +0000

Yesterday I thanked someone for being a great mentor & coach. I really feel honored to be able to work alongside this person on a regular basis. So this is a reminder – say, “thank you” to someone today. Trust me, it will make their day (and yours).

Some suggested reading (click for Amazon link):

What have you learned today?

4/25/11 – Understand Before You Take A Stand

Mike Deichmiller — Mon, 25 Apr 2011 18:30:52 +0000

If you don’t fully understand what you’re trying to stand up for, you will eventually run in to someone who will make you look silly (and eat crow). A well informed stance is a strong one – educate yourself on the issue first!

What have you learned today, this weekend, this month, this year?

4/21/11 – Take A Chance

Mike Deichmiller — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 13:05:42 +0000

Not everything we do is going to be amazing or brilliant but if we don’t take a chance every now and then we’ll never have the opportunity for greatness.

What have you learned lately?

4/20/11 – Auto DM = unfollow

Mike Deichmiller — Wed, 20 Apr 2011 13:05:53 +0000

The automatic direct message is one of the worst features of any social media platform (Farmville updates are a close second). Auto DMing me on Twitter will result in an instant unfollow… even if the DM say, “You’re awesome and a really nice person”. I learned this recently and I hope you agree. Please don’t auto DM – make Twitter a better place.

What have you learned lately? Something about Twitter, life, anything…

4/19/11 – Getting Things Done

Mike Deichmiller — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 13:14:41 +0000

It feels really good to get things done and check items off of your to do list. What have you accomplished today? Better get to it.

What’d you learn today?

4/17/11 – Never Bored

Mike Deichmiller — Sun, 17 Apr 2011 22:52:29 +0000

I’ve been under the weather this weekend and usually when I’m sick one of the worst parts is being bored. I realized that being bored just means you’re procrastinating. Even when I’m not 100% there’s always something to be done.

What have you learned today?

4/16/11 – Opportunity Knocks

Mike Deichmiller — Sat, 16 Apr 2011 16:41:34 +0000

We are all presented with opportunities to excel, grow & learn every single day. Recognizing and taking advantage of these opportunities is key!

What have you learned today? Share your 1 Thing Learned as a comment.

4/15/11 – Listen First

Mike Deichmiller — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 23:37:13 +0000

Open your ears. When listening to other it’s important to not get hung up on one idea or thought but listen first.

What have you learned today? Share your 1 Thing Learned as a comment.