Posted in Inspirational Quotes, Sarkari Speaks, tagged getting outside your comfort zone, how to live your life on September 4, 2009 | 1 Comment »
I received this email from a dear friend this morning. She could not have picked a more perfect time.
I was having one of those mornings where you lose sight of the moment and your focus expands to the finish line of your tasks at hand.
Thank you for shaking my state of mind and bringing it [...]
Posted in Health, Sarkari Speaks, tagged fred sarkari, kelowna apple triathlon canada, penticton ironman, simon whitfield on August 28, 2009 | 2 Comments »
I can now see why they say the Apple Triathlon is the most respected Olympic Distance triathlon in all of Canada, where even our world class OLYMPIC Athletes come to race at this event. Simon Whitfield, kyle Jones, Paul Tichelarr, Lauren Groves, Kathy Tremblay.
Karina Clark, 3 time world champion triathlete, said it best “Of the 30+ [...]
Posted in Children/Youth, Inspirational, Sarkari Speaks, Spiritual Awareness, tagged am I beautiful, childrens self esteem and image, fred sarkari, what makes us beautiful in our society on August 19, 2009 | 6 Comments »
I was taking a break having a coffee and reading a book at Good Earth in beautiful Kelowna.
That is where I saw a sight that put a tear in my eye.
A mother telling her child about the importance of always taking the time to look pretty before you walk out of the house.
Imagine the difference [...]
Posted in Inspirational, Sarkari Speaks on August 6, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
I had the opportunity to travel around the world in 3 days, living and feeling the 7 Wonders of The World.
What did you do this weekend? he he
An hour ago I just finished having a conversation with a friend of mine about the 7 Wonders of the World. She was trying to remember what they [...]
Posted in Sarkari Speaks, Spiritual Awareness, tagged fred sarkari, greatest teachers in life, how do we learn?, what is awareness? on July 16, 2009 | 1 Comment »
We are all in the state of struggle. Struggle to learn, to become aware, revolt, find who we are, what is our purpose?
We are at times intelligent with our words that we not only give the perception that we have all the answers but more so we start believing the lie that we do.
As soon [...]
Posted in Inspirational, Sarkari Speaks, tagged chasing your dream, fred sarkari, head vs. your heart, what is the difference between a decision and choice on July 6, 2009 | 9 Comments »
A day does not go by where we are not in conflict with two of the most powerful influencers in our life. Every decision we make is influenced at some level by these two living “Organs”.
I was recently asked a very critical question:
“So which is more important to pay attention too your heart or head?”
We [...]
Posted in Sarkari Speaks, tagged fred sarkari, I survived my first triathlon, turtle head triathlon in vernon, vernon triathlon on June 21, 2009 | 19 Comments »
Mr. T’s Turtle Head Triathlon. This was one of the most humbling experiences for me in a very long time. It was a great adventure from drinking margaritas the day before to getting 3 hours of sleep the night prior. Thinking I was going to drown at one point, heavy rain fall prior to the [...]
Posted in Sarkari Speaks, Spiritual Awareness on June 19, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
“Should I do the right thing? No one will ever know if I didn’t. Is it really worth it? Does anyone really care?”
These are the questions we ask ourselves everyday for the little moments that cross our path. Unfortunately there comes a time in most peoples lives that they even stop asking them selves these [...]
Posted in Sarkari Speaks, tagged fred sarkari, pleasure and pain, psychology behind making decisions, psychology of marketing on June 15, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Why do women put on make up everyday even though they do not like the process?
I had some friends over from out of town last weekend. One evening prior to going out one of the ladies was putting on make up, but during the entire time she was complaining about how she did not like [...]
Posted in Sarkari Speaks, tagged fred sarkari, Ironman, my first triathlon duathlon on May 9, 2009 | 14 Comments »
I am so mentally and physically exhausted. How in the world do they do it? I have just been humbled by all ages, genders and sizes as they passed right by me.
I did my very first duathlon, run – bike – run, and what a whirlwind of emotions from the night before to hours after [...]
Posted in Sarkari Speaks, tagged fred sarkari, How do I implement effectively in my business on May 8, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Reactive people work at 25% of their efficiency but work hard. Most people are not effective at implementing because most people are unaware of what to implement. Show me what to do and I will do it…
Zubin from Athena Hair and Laser asked a very critical question on one of the post. It would be [...]
Posted in Sarkari Speaks, tagged fred sarkari, MBABC 2009 trade show, mortgage brokers in BC on April 30, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
There was only one thing I was disappointed with when attending the Mortgage Brokers Association of British Columbia, MBABC, 2009 Conference. The fact that it had to come to an end.
I have made some great friendships and relationships speaking in this industry in the past few years. That can only happen if all parties are [...]
Posted in Sarkari Speaks, tagged fred sarkari, I feel lost in life, lifes answers on April 22, 2009 | 20 Comments »
We all go through times where we question all spectrums of our life, from why we do what we do, our relationships or lack of, the way we think, our emotions and behavior, all the way to the reason of our existence.
My good friend and counsellor, Derrick Shirley, sent me one of the most enlightening passages I have read in the [...]
Posted in Sarkari Speaks, tagged creating awareness in our life, fred sarkari, what and why should we journal, why do I do what I do on April 19, 2009 | 8 Comments »
All I remember is the world disappearing right in front of me and the past became the present.
I was driving yesterday afternoon and out of no where my mind shifted from where I was at that moment in time to snapshots of my life in the last month.
I pulled over, for some odd reason did [...]
Posted in Sarkari Speaks, tagged elments of success, fred sarkari, waht it teks to succeed in this market and economy on April 15, 2009 | 9 Comments »
Ever wonder why some businesses are successful and some are not? More so, why are some business thriving in this market while others are barely surviving?
There are 3 critical elements that every successful and sustainable business have in common.
We have heard it many times, that attitude is everything. You cannot succeed without the right attitude. [...]
Posted in Sarkari Speaks, tagged fred sarkari, the courage to love, the meaning of easter, what does easter mean on April 9, 2009 | 7 Comments »
What should I write about during Easter weekend? As always, I will just write on what flows through my mind at that moment in time.
Two thoughts just came to my mind. (this flow stuff actually works)
1. The beauty around us.
2. To Love somebody.
This weekend means different things for different people, in the end it is [...]
Posted in Sarkari Speaks, tagged fred sarkari, why and how do brands work? we live ina fast paced world on April 6, 2009 | 2 Comments »
Nick, you are amazing. Do you have a case of Corona prior to your board meetings to ignite creativity?
Nick Kossovan is a creative writer. Always shares the greatest comments. This one on branding had to be turned into its own mini post.
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NICK:
Late Saturday night I was on my 7th [...]
Posted in Sarkari Speaks, tagged fred sarkari, how to name a business, naming a business, things to consider when naming a business on March 31, 2009 | 12 Comments »
I was asked by a friend of mine the following question:
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I am just in the process of opening my new small business up and bouncing a few names off of you for feedback. Any feedback is greatly appreciated.
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Since this is a very critical stage of building your foundation in your new business, I wanted to [...]
Posted in Sarkari Speaks, tagged presentation course on March 26, 2009 | 38 Comments »
Would really appreciate if you would take the time to help.
I am looking for a catchy name for a presentation course.
The main Modules in the course are:
1. Building your presentation
2. Preparation
3. Presenting
4. Post Presentation
Consisting of 25 chapters.
Therefore, it will cover all spectrums from working with the organizer of the sessions to the psychology of presenting right [...]
Posted in Sarkari Speaks, tagged chasing a dream, fred sarkari, training for a triathlon on March 25, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
I was put into place by a 51 year old man and a 63 year old woman.
I went for my morning swim today. I must say, learning how to swim with proper breathing and stroke technique is a lot more difficult than I ever expected.
I started this insane journey almost 2 weeks ago.
What has helped [...]
