Episode 60: Two formulas for success, with Dr. Alan Zimmerman.

Published: Sept. 2, 2015, 8 a.m.

Dr. Alan Zimmerman has spoken to more than one million people across the United States and around the world, giving them the tools they need to achieve their goals on and off the job. He is the author of award-winning book, Payoff Principle: Discover the 3 Secrets for Getting What You Want Out of Life and Work. Dr. Zimmerman is also a highly sought after speaker and works with a variety of organizations and professional associations. \xa0

\nSecret -- timesaving technique\n

Dr. Zimmerman believes the only place success comes before sweat is in the dictionary. ONWARD!

\nDaily habit that contributes to success\n

Dr. Zimmerman puts time aside every day to conduct research and focus on writing.

\nCould have ruined your business -- but now -- an invaluable learning experience\n

Dr. Zimmerman learned to deal with difficulties -- and he tells the whole story here.

\nMost critical skill you think business owners need to master to be successful\n

\u201cA business owner will find payoff if they have a purpose, passion, and a specific process.\u201d

\nMost influential lesson learned from a mentor\n

\u201cPeople learn and change through experiential activities when they can get their hands on the material.\u201d \xa0

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\nFinal Round -- \u201cBreaking Down the Recipe for Success\u201d\n

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\nWhat systems would you go back and put into place sooner?\n

I would have gone back and put a system in place to identify my purpose rather than pick it.

\nWhat one strategy or \u201crecipe\u201d would compound into big wins for business owners?\n

It\u2019s about making your client feel welcome, appreciated, and truly important to your organization.

\nHow to exceed expectations and add the most value?\n

An individual who has a good attitude because they are on the same page emotionally and intellectually.

\nWhat strategy would you recommend new business owners focus on to best ensure success?\n
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  1. Persistence
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  3. Character
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  5. Passion
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\nHow best to connect with Dr. Zimmerman:\n\n

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