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In This Issue.......

1. Charting Your Course to Success Article
2. Made for Success Quote and Commentary
3. The Last Word...
4. It's Back -- The CW Success Pack!
5. More Information

1. Charting Your Course to Success Article

Vacation Your Way to Success! by Chris Widener

All work and no play makes Johnny a dull boy they say. It also makes you unsuccessful. The fact is that a well placed vacation can do wonders for every area of your life. I am thinking about this because I am about to go sit on the beach for a few weeks! So in this busy world, where we are driven to be producing all the time, it is good to be reminded that a break is sometimes the best thing to move us forward in the long run.

I know many people who can't seem to get themselves to break away from the office, thinking that they are getting a lot of work done. The truth is that they need a break and when they get back they will be working much more effectively. With that in mind, here are some thoughts on why you can vacation your way to success.

Vacationing help you appreciate your work. After a while even work you normally love can become a drudgery. Taking a vacation gets you away and after awhile you begin to miss it and chomp at the bit to get back to it. You simply appreciate it more.

Vacationing helps you reset your mind. Even though the mind is a mystery, we do know that it can get tired. Mental fatigue. Getting away on a regular basis helps reset the mind to its peak condition. Every brain needs a good rest.

Vacationing makes your body stronger, with more energy for the battle by giving it a rest. The world's top bodybuilders, the ones with the huge muscles know something that the typical businessperson doesn't - the body needs a rest. Every week they take one day off. And then they take whole seasons off and allow their bodies to rest. Our bodies are the same. We need to let them relax, sleep more etc.

Vacationing gives you time to encourage your support team - your family. While we are putting in long hours and working hard, our families support us with encouragement and the like. Vacationing let's them know that you value them and want to make sure that you take good, significant times for them. Then, when you get back to work, you know that your "team" it firmly in your corner.

Vacationing puts you in a creative mindset. Sometimes being in the same situation gets your imagination stuck in a rut. Watching the sun set, listening to the waves crash, or enjoying the fresh air of the mountains will set your creative imagination soaring. You may find that you come up with all sorts of solutions to work issues while laying on the beach. I don't know how this works... but it does.

Vacationing renews your spirit. We all need an emotional boost. We need a break from the roller coaster of emotions that drain our spirits while at work. Quite frankly, if you do vacation right, the predominate emotion should be peace. And that is just what you need to get rejuvenated for work.

Vacationing proves to you that your work or office can exist without you. Sometimes we overestimate our value to the organization and this puts so much stress on us. The fact is that if you go away for a week, your job will still be there. The company won't be bankrupt, and life will still be going on. We need to know that work goes on, so that we don't worry so much. Get away and don't call the office!

So what is my advice? Take a vacation. You need one. You deserve one. Life is passing you by my friend, and in the end, you will know you should have taken a vacation. Your office won't fall apart. The earth will continue to turn on its axis. Your family will be happy. Turn off your computer, pick up the phone, dial the travel agent.... your success depends upon it!

Chris Widener
 

2. Made for Success Quote and Commentary

"High character and low skills won't make you a success, but still makes you an appreciated person. Low character and high skills makes you a charlatan. High character and high skills will bring you all the success you can handle." -- Chris Widener

Chris' Commentary:
I don't always like quoting myself (perhaps I need a quote on humility?) but I accidentally said this is a speech I gavesome time ago and I thought of how much truth there is in this statement. So much so, that I want to share it with you. Being a person of high character and low skills is okay, and people will respect you, which is good. You just won't achieve much. Low character and high skills will make people follow you or buy from you once - until they realize you have no character. The key to success is to have a high character and excellence in your skills. This two-pronged approach will make you a leader and enable you to soar high in life!

Action Point: Do you work a lot on your skills? Most people do. Take some time this week to work as much on your character as you do on your skills. This time you spend will return tenfold to you!



3. The Last Word...

Well, this week my Last Word offering is an article by my good friend, Vic Johnson. Vic is a great guy who's seen both sides of the coin when it comes to being dead broke and having huge success -- financially and personally! Read and enjoy, but beyond that take his advice to heart because it can make a difference! -- CW


Read The Right Books by Vic Johnson (excerpted from Day by Day with James Allen)

"People are anxious to improve their circumstances, but are unwilling to improve themselves; they therefore remain bound." - As A Man Thinketh

We spend thousands of dollars a year for clothing, cosmetics and other items to change or improve our outward appearance but very little money or time to change our inward condition. Many people easily spend an hour a day brushing, flossing, bathing, and shaving the outside, but find every reason in the world no to spend even a few minutes a day improving the inside.

How do you apply what you learn from As A Man Thinketh? Since it is our thoughts that determine the life we will have, you must focus on doing those things that will change your thoughts, and nothing is more effective at changing your thoughts than reading the right books.

I first read As A Man Thinketh because of Charlie "Tremendous" Jones. I had attended a seminar where he spoke and he had a table set up at the seminar where, among other things, he offered a huge discount on a big bundle of various personal development and self-help books. I bought the big bundle because I'm a sucker for a "good deal." As it turned out, it was one of the best deals of my life, because several years later, when I finally got around to reading the little book, As A Man Thinketh literally changed my life.

Here is what Charlie Jones wrote in the Foreword to the book that I purchased: "You are today the same you'll be in five years from now, except for two things: the people you meet and the books you read. The people you meet can't always be with you, but what you read in books can remain with you a lifetime. How often we hear of individuals who began a new era in their lives from the reading of a single book."

Why not start a new habit today? Spend just fifteen minutes every day before going to bed or upon rising, and read from a personal development book or biography of someone you admire. At the end of the year you will have read about 12 books – at the end of five years about 60 books!! Through your changed thoughts you will have become much more like the "vision you enthrone in your heart."

As English writer Aldous Huxley observed, "Every person who knows how to read has it in his power to magnify himself, to multiply the ways in which he exists, to make his life full, significant, and interesting."

And that's worth thinking about.
Vic Johnson


Oh, by the way, I had one other thing I wanted to share with you... Vic Johnson and I are both part of TSTN - The Success Training Network. I love the vision of TSTN and the mission they've set out to accomplish: To reach millions of families, to give them the tools, inspiration and support necessary to help them unlock their full potential, realize their dreams and live the life they were meant to live. It so fits with part of my personal mission which is to be a person of influence and teach others to do the same and together we'll change the world one person at a time. Isn't that powerful?

Folks, if you haven't already done so, I'd like to invite you to take a minute to learn a little more about TSTN. Will you be part of the wave of positive people who will impact the world and make it a better place for our children and their children to come? I am committed to seeing and being part of that positive change, of that positive impact. Will you commit to being part of the same? Take a minute to check it out, go to www.preview1.tstn.com?kbid=1043&sub=cw You'll be glad you did! -- CW




4. It's Back -- The CW Success Pack!

 

The Chris Widener Success Pack PLUS Bonus CD! OPTION 1: The Chris Widener Success Pack (includes): Product 1: Paperback - NEW RELEASE! Twelve Pillars by Jim Rohn & Chris Widener  Who would guess that when Michael Jones' car broke down on the side of the road that it would be the beginning of a life-changing relationship? Walking to the nearest house, Michael stumbles across a plantation style mansion on an estate named "Twelve Pillars." Charlie, the estate's caretaker, helps Michael get back on the road again and also strikes up a relationship with him - and along the way teaches Michael the secrets of success - the Twelve Pillars of Success - that have made the owner of the house, Mr. Davis, a wealthy and successful man. This new novel by Jim Rohn and Chris Widener will inspire you to take your life to the next level and beyond. It will challenge and encourage you to become the best that you can be! Here are a few of the lessons you will discover in the Twelve Pillars of Success: Live a Life of Three-Dimensional Health The Gift of Relationships Achieving Your Goals and the Proper Use of Time Surrounding Yourself with the Best People Becoming a Life-Long Learner Income Seldom Exceeds Personal Development Communication Brings the Common Ground of Understanding The World Can Always Use One More Great Leader Leaving a Legacy Absolutely OUTSTANDING!...Jim’s teachings woven into a compelling story and tied together by Chris, what a marvelous collaboration.  It prods Michael to take action on what he’s learning, and that’s certainly where I need a constant reminder/push…not to just absorb but to respond using what I’ve learned.  This would make a great graduation gift for every high school graduate.  Thanks to all who made this book possible and especially to Jim for sharing and leaving us his marvelous legacy. -- Penny   Twelve Pillars Paperback - Regular Retail $12.95   Product 2: Paperback -- The Angel Inside by Chris Widener   Special Pricing for Chris Widener's  - The Angel Inside in Paperback. Take a journey to modern day Florence, Italy where a despondent thirty year old American goes to "find himself." On the last day of his trip, a mysterious old man approaches him on a park bench and leads him on a tour of art, the life of Michelangelo, the history of the David and a deeper look at his own life. This new novel from Chris Widener will inspire you to take your life to the next level and beyond. It will encourage you and challenge you to create a life of power and beauty. Hello Chris, Thank you so very much for personally autographing the copy of the Angel Inside. I ordered for myself, it is a treasure to me. I was reading it for the second time, when I had to lend it out, and now they have fallen in love with it! -- Trish Bamford   Angel Inside Paperback - Regular Retail $12.95   Product 3: Jim Rohn's Weekend Event DVD Sampler 2 1/2 hour DVD set containing highlights from the Jim Rohn Weekend Event - the Jim Rohn Weekend Event DVD Sampler We have taken the best of each of the 12 DVDs (24 hours total) and captured it on 2 DVDs and 2 ½ hours of highlights! This is the perfect opportunity and way to share the 2004 Jim Rohn Event with your downline, staff, co-workers, friends and family. These are highlights of The Jim Rohn 2004 Weekend Event  with special guests Denis Waitley, Brian Tracy, Chris Widener, Donna Krech, Jerry Clark, Charlie “Tremendous” Jones, T.C. Cummings, Vic Johnson and Robert Helms. DVD Sampler 1 of 2 1. DVD 1 Highlights 2. DVD 2 Highlights 3. DVD 3 Highlights 4. DVD 4 Highlights 5. DVD 5 Highlights 6. DVD 6 Highlights 7. Chris Widener Speaker Promo DVD Sampler 2 of 2 1. DVD 7 Highlights 2. DVD 8 Highlights 3. DVD 9 Highlights 4. DVD 10 Highlights 5. DVD 11 Highlights 6. DVD 12 Highlights 7. Denis Waitley Speaker Promo   These are highlights of The Jim Rohn Weekend Event with special guests Denis Waitley, Brian Tracy, Chris Widener, Donna Krech, Jerry Clark, Charlie “Tremendous” Jones, T.C. Cummings, Vic Johnson and Robert Helms include:   Day 1 Jim Rohn - Success Equations/Personal Development  ■  Denis Waitley - Leadership in Action - How to Outthink, Outperform, Outserve and Outlast the Competition  ■  VIP Lunch - Q & A with Jim Rohn and Denis Waitley  ■  Jim Rohn - Communication and The Art of Persuasion  ■  Special Teenager Session "The Winning Generation" hosted by Denis Waitley, Jim Rohn and Chris Widener   Day 2 VIP Breakfast - Vic Johnson, "No Dream Too Big", Lessons learned from John Goddard, the "real-life Indiana Jones"  ■  TC Cummings - Overcoming Self-Imposed Limitations  ■  Donna Krech - The Victory Principle  ■  Chris Widener - Winning With Influence  ■  Brian Tracy - Getting Rich Your Way, Learn How Millions of Americans Go From Rags to Riches in One Generation, Starting with Nothing  ■  VIP Lunch - Q & A with Jim Rohn and Brian Tracy  ■  Jim Rohn - Goals Workshop, Designing the Next Ten Years  ■  Jim Rohn - Financial Independence  ■  Jim Rohn - Leadership, Touching Others' Lives   Day 3 Robert Helms - Real Equity  ■  Jerry Clark - Magic of Colors, Gain Instant Rapport with Those You Meet  ■  Charlie "Tremendous" Jones - Life is Tremendous!  ■  Speakers Roundtable - Featuring Jim Rohn, Denis Waitley, Brian Tracy, Charlie "Tremendous" Jones, Donna Krech, Jerry Clark and Vic Johnson    The Jim Rohn Weekend Leadership Event Sampler Regular Retail $49.95     Chris Widener's Success Pack Plus Bonus CD   Includes: • Twelve Pillars by Jim Rohn & Chris Widener (paperback) - Retail Value: $12.95 • The Angel Inside by Chris Widener (paperback) - Retail Value: $12.95 • The Jim Rohn Weekend Leadership Event DVD Sampler - Retail Value: $49.95 Regular Retail: $75.85 Special Introductory Online Price: $24.95   Plus receive a Free Bonus CD - 10 Principles for Total Success for Teens - from Chris Widener with purchase!   To order, please visit http://chriswidener.yoursuccessstore.com or call 877-929-0439     Option 2: Add Chris Widener's Winning With Influence to the Chris Widener Success Pack!   The Secrets of the Most Successful People in the World are About to be Revealed to You! Imagine if the dream you have could actually come true. Imagine if you could transform your attitude and maintain optimism all of the time. Imagine if you could escape the life that you currently live and instead live the life of your dreams. Imagine having the respect and admiration you desire from others. Imagine if you could accomplish the things you desire. Imagine if you could make the kind of money you want. Imagine if you could develop successful relationships. Imagine yourself at the top of your profession or field. Imagine what it would be like to have no goal go unfulfilled. Imagine what it would be like to know how to stay motivated all the time! Imagine making a difference in the world around you and leaving a lasting legacy. The Winning With Influence: 12 Characteristics of Dynamic Leaders, Sales People and Top Performers This new program is based on the Keynote address that Chris Widener gives to organizations all over the world, produced solely to help you learn what the successful already know - how to earn wealth, power, recognition and influence that will change your life forever and allow you to live the life of your dreams! Topics include: Chris' Story, What is Influence, Influencing Others, Benefits of Influence, Transformational Leadership, The Power of Compounding Influence, Magnetic Influence and Leadership, Hunting and Fishing, Character and Skills, Integrity, Attitude, The Five Attitudes, Relationships, Excellence, Communications, Persuasion, Goal-Setting, Time Management, Prioritization, Self-Discipline, Self-Motivation, Decision-Making, Commitment, Self-Confidence, Charisma, G-Cubed and the Ability to Influence other People In this powerful 8 CD program, you'll discover: --How to attract people rather than repel them --The difference between "hunting" and "fishing" --How to set and achieve your goals --The key to connecting with people at the heart level rather than just the mind level --How to make a GREAT first impression --The secrets to successful relationships with the ones you love and the ones you work with --The 12 Character Traits/Skills of Top Performers --The secrets of persuasion that have lasted thousands of years and passed the test of time, originally taught by Aristotle himself! Chris Widener's Winning With Influence - 8 CD Program Regular Retail $129   Option 2: Chris Widener's Success Pack PLUS Winning With Influence and Bonus CD   Includes: • Twelve Pillars by Jim Rohn & Chris Widener (paperback) - Retail Value: $12.95 • The Angel Inside by Chris Widener (paperback) - Retail Value: $12.95 • The Jim Rohn Weekend Leadership Event DVD Sampler - Retail Value: $49.95 • The Winning With Influence by Chris Widener - Retail Value: $129 Regular Retail: $204.85 Special Introductory Online Price: $67   Receive a Free Bonus CD - 10 Principles for Total Success for Teens - from Chris Widener with purchase! To order, please visit http://chriswidener.yoursuccessstore.com or call 877-929-0439

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