Guest blog post by Patrick Bizindayvi our trip to Newmarket,ONT on Dec 16,2011
As my friend Jim is driving me to my speaking engagement in Newmarket, he just says: I think your next blog should be “My Journey to Newmarket”. And here it is Jim. I kept my promise.
I like to be around Jim, who has now become my speaking buddy. Whenever he is asked to speak he often invites me to go with him, and I have learned to do the same. Boy are we having fun together.
So, on our way to Newmarket, he asks me: “What are you going to speak about?” , to which I responded “I don't know!”. He laughed so hard at my response, but it was the honest truth. I have been speaking a lot the last few weeks that sometimes I find myself in front of the same people who are attending the same events I am attending, so I don't want to repeat the same speech they have heard many times. Good thing that I have so many stories to tell, all I have to do is remember one of them.
And it happened. By the time we got to Newmarket, I saw a number of familiar faces that had seen me speak before, so I had to find something else to speak about. Here is a small segment of my speech in Newmarket. Hope you will enjoy it: Click here to view it
Did you have fun with it? I hope you did
I heard once Bob Proctor say (and I am paraphrasing here) that if you miss your goal, don't change your goal, change your action plan. It is such a powerful statement. Guess what! I missed my goal for the month of November. So, I had to change my action plan. Do you know what I came up with? You won't believe it. I said to myself: what if there could be a way of achieving more by doing...less (it sounds crazy, doesn't it?). But I had to try it
So, for several weeks now, all I do when I get up in the morning, I write down my to do list and then I do...nothing. I pick up one of the books that Jim gave me and read it, or if I am inspired to watch a video, I do so. I most of the times even forget about my to do list (except of course calling my wife lol).
Do you know what happens at the end of the day? I go back to my list to find out that I have done everything that is in there without knowing that I did it. I sounds silly but that has been my experience. I do things that I feel I am inspired to do, and I am having fun along the way. And I have achieved so many things in this month it is not even funny.
One of the great things that are happening is the people that I am meeting now. It is crazy. Just yesterday, I had a meeting with Jennifer Beale. If you haven't heard of Jennifer Beale, maybe you do not live in Toronto. She is a powerhouse lady. I have heard of her so many times that I was so excited to finally meet her (thanks to my friend Paul). From our discussions I could tell that we are all motivated by similar reasons and that is to achieve our dreams and goals in a manner that benefits everyone, the city, country and world. I was really inspired by Jennifer's goal for 2012 especially because changing and impacting Toronto is something that we both aim to do. So the opportunity to team up with her just adds to the excitement.
Do you really know the funny part? Do you really want to know? Ok, I will tell you. She is putting together an event on December 28 and 29, and the theme is “How to Achieve your Goals in 2012”. I don't believe in coincidences. I mean, what are the odds!!! The really amazing part is the workshop retails for $495+ and it’s only $70 per person . . .
Guess what! There are some spots left for the event. Click here if you would like to attend (and I highly recommend you do)
Achieving more by doing less? I have tried it, and it seems to be working for me
I would like to take this opportunity to wish you Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. The best is yet to come (especially if you attend Jennifer Beale's event lol).
Moral of the story? Do you want to achieve more in 2012, Just decide to do nothing lol
Always a pleasure
Patrick
The Journeyman
patrick@goalachieverscanada.com
www.goalachieverscanada.com
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Monday, December 19, 2011
Monday, December 12, 2011
Spotlight: Lisa Kember
1st Many entrepreneurs are concerned about how to grow their business. What do you think are the fundamental elements they need to focus on in order to grow their business?
In all the years I have been consulting with and advising small business owners and entrepreneurs, the #1 thing I hear consistently is “how do I get new business in the door?” That is a critical piece for any organization – driving new opportunities is of course important. But what I see many people doing in their business is worrying too much about getting new customers and not spending enough time nurturing the customers they have. The fact is that it costs a lot more to get new customers than it does to keep existing customers. The part most people don’t think about is that existing customers will typically spend 7 times more than new customers and if you see even just a 5% increase in customer retention, you can see anywhere from 50-100 times more revenue growth. The other great thing about existing customers is if you satisfy them consistently, they will bring new business to you – so you will grow your business anyway.
At Constant Contact, we have been encouraging our customers for years to ‘flip the funnel’ and focus more on retaining existing business in order to grow your business. It works!
How do you focus on your existing customers and thereby grow business? #1 – Focus on delivering a great customer experience, from the minute they walk in the door, until well after they have left, just deliver great service wrapped around your product. #2 – Stay in contact with them; if you stay in touch with regular communication, when they are ready to buy again they will think of you first because you gave them such a great experience. And they will also think of you when someone asks if they can recommend a good ‘what you deliver’.
2nd Entrepreneurs want to create strong relationship with the existing and potential clients. What are few tools that Constant Constant offers which would help them?
Constant Contact offers a suite of marketing software tools for small business. Our flagship product – the one we are best known for – is Email Marketing; it provides an easy way to produce professional looking email campaigns, manage your lists, send campaigns and track the results. It is a powerful way to stay in touch with your prospective and current/past customers. We provide Online Survey, which lets you assess how you are doing through customer satisfaction surveys or enables you to conduct a poll with your customers. Our Event Marketing system makes it easy to host events for your customers – from seminars to holiday parties – and easily capture registrations, collect payment and promote the event. Finally, we offer exceptional Social Media Marketing tools to engage your customers, prospects and partners through social sharing tools, Simple Share functions and social campaigns. If a small business leverages these tools, they will find that their business is sustainable over time and will grow to the success they envision.
Lisa Kember is the Regional Development Director for Constant Contact. She works with small business owners, associations and non-profits, teaching best practices in online marketing.
Lisa is also an entrepreneur. She launched Hyperactive Communications, a business marketing agency, in 1999 and worked with the likes of Canada Life, Research in Motion, EllisDon Corporation, AMJ Campbell, GE Canada, and ICICI Bank Canada. She currently holds ownership in two ventures in the real estate and education sectors
Lisa teaches public relations at Sheridan College. She sits on the board of directors for the Mississauga Board of Trade and on the marketing committee for RIC Centre, the innovation hub for Peel Region.
Lisa holds a BA in Honours English from University of Waterloo and a Resource Development Management diploma from Sheridan College.
Sunday, December 11, 2011
Get Connected Make Weallth Happen December Newsletter
It has been an amazing year of meeting new people and joining great organizations. There so many to list (it would be long newsletter!) that I will give a big " Thank you" to everyone. They have made an impact personally and professionally in some many ways.
New articles on my blog this month www.jimpagiamtzis.blogspot.com
Interested in reading articles on successful entrepreneurs and professionals in Toronto. Email jim@pagiamtzis.com and Put Email Spotlight feature in subject bar
Interested in reading articles on successful entrepreneurs and professionals in Toronto. Email jim@pagiamtzis.com and Put Email Spotlight feature in subject bar
Available for speaking engagement and writing opportunities in 2012! Email or call to book your speakers early. Have access to other speakers who specialize in various topics.
Great events happening this month
Jim Pagiamtzis will be speaking downtown location on Wednesday December 14 at 1:30pm-2:30pm on How to become Networking Success and LinkedIN. If you are interested in attending email me below
New Year’s Eve Party in Downtown Toronto www.meetmarketadventures.com for details. *Register soon prices are going up weekly*
BCX-Mississauga
Great networking event where you can meet over 100 small business owners. Join in a discussion about linked in with some local experts.
Wed. Nov 23rd, 6 - 9pm
Maple Banquet Hall
1325 Eglinton Ave just west of Dixie
Tickets - $12 in advance and $20 at the door.
For info: please call Cheryl at 647-287-0320, admin@business-connection-exchange.ca
Toronto Personal Mastery for Achieving Goals in 2012 - 2 Day
Description
DO YOU REALLY WANT TO ACHIEVE YOUR 2012 GOALS? YOU NEED SOMETHING BIG TO GO FOR . . .
Now’s the time to set your GOALS for 2012. And if you're like most people, you're going to set them by first considering what you achieved in 2011 and then incrementally increase your new goals by a small percentage. The problem is that’s the long way to going for your dreams.
The SHORT WAY is to set BIG, POWERFUL, BOLD goals that catapult you toward attaining your vision fast . . .
Choose to make 2012 the year you make big CHANGE - in any area of your life – career, business, family or physical!
* Improve your Career
* Expand your Business
* Increased intimacy in your Relationships
* Lose weight/ Quit smoking
Now’s the time to set your GOALS for 2012. And if you're like most people, you're going to set them by first considering what you achieved in 2011 and then incrementally increase your new goals by a small percentage. The problem is that’s the long way to going for your dreams.
The SHORT WAY is to set BIG, POWERFUL, BOLD goals that catapult you toward attaining your vision fast . . .
Choose to make 2012 the year you make big CHANGE - in any area of your life – career, business, family or physical!
* Improve your Career
* Expand your Business
* Increased intimacy in your Relationships
* Lose weight/ Quit smoking
http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=nsj78ieab&oeidk=a07e5fud2xn3ae71a6
Goal Achievers Canada is looking to start Mastermind Groups in GTA area in 2012
I am Solutions Provider for Constant Contact
Email me for free consultation on how to use this great program for your business
Interested in participating in Spotlight feature
Check out previous articles on my blog(link below) below or email and get them all
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www.getconnectedmakewealthhappen.com for more information on this great networking tool
Millionaire Mind Intensive in 2012
Coaching services available Get Connected Make Wealth Happen and Best Life Motivation (Patrick Bizindayvi) email Patrick@goalachieverscanada.com or jim@pagiamtzis.com to learn more about this amazing service.
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Dvds, Cd, and much more...
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ING Direct has great program to start saving and make money
Christmas and a Prosperous New Year.
www.jimpagiamtzis.blogpspot.com and link below for links
Articlesbase.com (multiple articles written)
http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/jim-pagiamtzis/163965.htm
http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Jim_Pagiamtzis
http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/378116
http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/jim-pagiamtzis/163965.htm
http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Jim_Pagiamtzis
http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/378116
Jim Pagiamtzis
416-894-7859
http://www.constantcontact.com/index.jsp?pn=jimpagiamtzis Solution Provider
About Get Connected Make Wealth Happen!
Published Author, Speaker and Elite Entrepreneur Jim Pagiamtzis is the founder of Get Connected Make Wealth Happen! has been articles published online by Toronto Public Library Small Biz Express, Centennial College, Happen.ca Linking People and Entrepreneurs,How's Business blog (Staples Business Depot) and Metro Active.org. Printed articles for FedEx Freight Canada (Newsletter) Centennial College Ascent Magazine. Has been on That Channel.com speaking on How to become Networking Success.
Jim Pagiamtzis in 5 years has successfully leveraged his written articles into speaking all over the GTA from consulting with Burkert Fluid Control, Enterprise Toronto, Career Door, Skills for Change and Trios College. Has delivered keynote for Monarch Park Collegiate spoke on 3 keys task to success and How to attract a Mentor. His dynamic speaking style has empowered and inspired his audience to learn, do and apply his simple and effective Parformance Selling System. Jim has also volunteered with Junior Achievement in Toronto on "Economics of Staying in School"
Published Author, Speaker and Elite Entrepreneur Jim Pagiamtzis is the founder of Get Connected Make Wealth Happen! has been articles published online by Toronto Public Library Small Biz Express, Centennial College, Happen.ca Linking People and Entrepreneurs,How's Business blog (Staples Business Depot) and Metro Active.org. Printed articles for FedEx Freight Canada (Newsletter) Centennial College Ascent Magazine. Has been on That Channel.com speaking on How to become Networking Success.
Jim Pagiamtzis in 5 years has successfully leveraged his written articles into speaking all over the GTA from consulting with Burkert Fluid Control, Enterprise Toronto, Career Door, Skills for Change and Trios College. Has delivered keynote for Monarch Park Collegiate spoke on 3 keys task to success and How to attract a Mentor. His dynamic speaking style has empowered and inspired his audience to learn, do and apply his simple and effective Parformance Selling System. Jim has also volunteered with Junior Achievement in Toronto on "Economics of Staying in School"
Friday, December 9, 2011
3 Ways to become a professional inviter
Three people say “No not interested” and then 4th person you speak says “Yes I am coming” this is just brief example but in the world of networking and speaking to different people you will meet in a given days or weeks ahead. Social media world has created the follower effect online which is a powerful movement. The only thing that can beat that is world of mouth marketing. Being a walking talking great networker can create interest in what you do and also path you take in your journey to create better value in attracting clients.
1. Events
Going to various events in your city you begin to better great understanding of the caliber of professionals and entrepreneurs you meet. As you do this you will get better understanding on the types of event and various entrepreneurs and professionals you will meet. Networking and exchange business cards you will begin to increase your list and resources.
When you are at a event you can ask specific what other events they will be attending in the coming weeks, you can make a big impact on building a long term relationship with them and help each other grow your businesses.
Have engaging conversation and ask key questions about their business and types of clients they are looking for will create an reciprocal interest in you.
“ You have two ears and one mouth, use them effectively and listen more”
2. Social Media
From Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter you can make daily comments as where you have gone and who you had met throughout the day. Take notice of the “like” feature and how many make comments about this. There are contacts that may be following you with interest because they are interested in your expertise or have met you in previous events.
Social Media as created this type of community and being aware of it can create an opportunity of emailing and calling this contacts to join you at other events. Reach and send an email or if they are online click on their name and engage in a conversation online. “Great to see you at the SOHO even last week. Would you be interested in joining me at the Small Business Forum I have an extra ticket?” Simple strategy to have group dynamic who are attending this upcoming event.
3. Phone call
Picking a business card and calling the script below can be a great way to invite people to other events. Hi John, this is Jim Pagiamtzis. We met at the International networking show last week. As I recall you said you had worked in the insurance industry there is an event happening next week in Toronto that I will be attending there will be ideal clients for your business, would like you to be my guest”
Having a strategy to utilize your network effectively will lead into stronger relationships with you contact and the ability to create better long term value in the future.
Jim Pagiamtzis is a published author, writer and entrepreneur who has written for the Toronto Public Library and spoken at various venues such as universities, Enterprise Toronto and Initiative TO. Popular topics include How to become a Networking Success and How to attract Mentors in Business Life and Achieve Success. He can be reached via email at jim@pagiamtzis.com
www.jimpagiamtzis.blogpspot.com and link below for links
Articlesbase.com (multiple articles written)
http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/jim-pagiamtzis/163965.htm
http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Jim_Pagiamtzis
http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/378116
http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/jim-pagiamtzis/163965.htm
http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Jim_Pagiamtzis
http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/378116
Jim Pagiamtzis
416-894-7859
About Get Connected Make Wealth Happen!
Published Author, Speaker and Elite Entrepreneur Jim Pagiamtzis is the founder of Get Connected Make Wealth Happen! has been articles published online by Toronto Public Library Small Biz Express, Centennial College, Happen.ca Linking People and Entrepreneurs,How's Business blog (Staples Business Depot) and Metro Active.org. Printed articles for FedEx Freight Canada (Newsletter) Centennial College Ascent Magazine. Has been on That Channel.com speaking on How to become Networking Success.
Jim Pagiamtzis in 5 years has successfully leveraged his written articles into speaking all over the GTA from consulting with Burkert Fluid Control, Enterprise Toronto, Career Door, Skills for Change and Trios College. Has delivered keynote for Monarch Park Collegiate spoke on 3 keys task to success and How to attract a Mentor. His dynamic speaking style has empowered and inspired his audience to learn, do and apply his simple and effective Parformance Selling System. Jim has also volunteered with Junior Achievement in Toronto on "Economics of Staying in School"
Published Author, Speaker and Elite Entrepreneur Jim Pagiamtzis is the founder of Get Connected Make Wealth Happen! has been articles published online by Toronto Public Library Small Biz Express, Centennial College, Happen.ca Linking People and Entrepreneurs,How's Business blog (Staples Business Depot) and Metro Active.org. Printed articles for FedEx Freight Canada (Newsletter) Centennial College Ascent Magazine. Has been on That Channel.com speaking on How to become Networking Success.
Jim Pagiamtzis in 5 years has successfully leveraged his written articles into speaking all over the GTA from consulting with Burkert Fluid Control, Enterprise Toronto, Career Door, Skills for Change and Trios College. Has delivered keynote for Monarch Park Collegiate spoke on 3 keys task to success and How to attract a Mentor. His dynamic speaking style has empowered and inspired his audience to learn, do and apply his simple and effective Parformance Selling System. Jim has also volunteered with Junior Achievement in Toronto on "Economics of Staying in School"
Email marketing campaign that worked!
It was early late October and I had made a decision to register with Constant Contact for the next two months to do handle my email marketing campaigns. I was doing newsletter for the past three years as of this year my list had grown and it was time to use more effective and efficient way.
Had been to a few seminars in Toronto by Lisa Kember (Regional Development Director, Southern Ontario). had received emails from entrepreneurial friends using the service which look very professional. The goal was to do two campaigns in November.
With the help of their coach’s put together an email newsletter and waited to see what would happen. At the same time also shared links with Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn and post on information on various site from my blog to others (jimpagiamtzis.blogspot.com, metroactive.org, enterprisetoronto.com and candaone.com)
The open rates on this 1st campaign 21.2% 9 (see chart below) which according to Constant Contact were above industry average (18%). I was elated to be above average on my first attempt.
On November 1st made a decision to join Constant Contact.com to utilize their online email campaign service. Was looking forward to using their analytical software to get a better understanding of open rates and if links were being clicked.
Nov 10,2011 I did a joint talk that happened with Dianne Ojar-Ali. Great restaurant in downtown Toronto. Promotion started 4 weeks prior. There is was good synergy that was happening between everyone which made this an exciting event to promote and market.. We all promoted online to our social networks and at various events we were attending.
Two weeks prior we were interviewed by Canada One at a event in Toronto on Oct 26, it so happened we were all there.( Doina Oncel, Dianne Ojar-Ali and Jim Pagiamtzis ( don’t even ask how that happened!) Julie King did a great interview regarding the event and the topics we were going to cover.
Canada One interview at SOHO event at the Hyatt in Downtown Toronto
This gave us great promotion through their site and also to cross promote through other social networking channels which gives out network opportunity to hear what will be sharing that evening. We also promoted event through their event page also.
Doina Oncel and Dianne Ojar-Ali were also promoting the event through networking meetings and newsletters, which great that group co-operation dynamic which event even more appealing to various entrepreneurs and professionals
On Dec 3 we appeared on ThatChannel.com internet radio station in Toronto where had a great interview with Hugh Reily at Liquid Lunch studio on downtown Toronto. We also used this video to share with online networks.
That Channel.com
Link: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YErlAvDBr3Q (copy and paste to browse) < go to 1hr 30 minute section to see interview<
“100% Intention 0% Percent Method” Patrick Bizindayvi
The day of the event had arrived and we had 25 people attended and all were impressed with the information shared at the event. Had opportunity to promote the next event which will sharing the story below.
Dec 3.2010
On November 13 was another monumental day that I made decision at Goal Achievers Canada meeting where I stood up and passionate said “ We are doing at event in December” my successful speakers and writers Patrick Bizindayvi and Christopher van der hoff were not very excited about the idea due the fact it was near the holidays.
Explained the plan to them on how we were going to get it done. In less than half an hour had them very interested and on board to do the event. As the week went by called and emailed them both to update how the event promotion was coming along, they were very excited, encourage and very supportive. Patrick Bizindayvi call said “ The connector is on fire”
Here’s what we did:
1st. Created very short commercial which were posted on You-Tube and the rest of our networks.
Patrick Bizindayvi commercial
2nd Created on effective email marketing campaign using www.constantcontact.com which was sent out to my online contact and also shared with Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIN
3rd Post information on Canadaone.com, www.enterprisetoronto.com, www.yesfreeclass.com , www.snapdowntowntoronto.com, ( you can also put request for them to send photographer!)
Within LinkedIn also posted event on various groups that I belong to from alumni group, speaking groups and to organization that I have either spoken for and attended events in the past.
Two weeks prior to the event go an email from LinkedIn connection who was very interested about the event. We got connected via phone and he explained that he had numerous distributions list on LinkedIn that he could share the event with. I agreed with his offer and in return would give him opportunity to speaker for 10 minutes at the event to share about his background and his experience on being a public speaker.
In the coming weeks received numerous emaisl from contacts in his networking who confirmed to attend the event (which they all did). Two days prior he had Christmas Dinner and made an announcement and received three confirmations that evening!
As the event neared was getting near to the target goal of 30 attendees that I had set as goal three weeks prior. We had 22 attend which was an amazing result.
Results from two campaigns. Opens are above industry average of 15%
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Link to blog where you can watch all the videos for that day.
www.jimpagiamtzis.blogspot.com link below
http://jimpagiamtzis.blogspot.com/2011/12/get-connected-make-wealth-happen.html
Moral of the story
Make a decision and follow through, be determined and focus to achieve your goal. In the end you will enjoy the result and appreciate the journey more.
Happy Holidays
All the best in 2012!
Jim Pagiamtzis ,jim@pagiamtzis
Doina Oncel ,Ask.infinitesolutions@gmail.com
Dianne Ojar-Ali, Dianne_ojarali@yahoo.com
Lisa Kember, lkember@constantcontact.com
www.jimpagiamtzis.blogpspot.com and link below for links
Articlesbase.com (multiple articles written)
http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/jim-pagiamtzis/163965.htm
http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Jim_Pagiamtzis
http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/378116
http://www.articlesbase.com/authors/jim-pagiamtzis/163965.htm
http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Jim_Pagiamtzis
http://www.selfgrowth.com/articles/user/378116
Jim Pagiamtzis
416-894-7859
About Get Connected Make Wealth Happen!
Published Author, Speaker and Elite Entrepreneur Jim Pagiamtzis is the founder of Get Connected Make Wealth Happen! has been articles published online by Toronto Public Library Small Biz Express, Centennial College, Happen.ca Linking People and Entrepreneurs,How's Business blog (Staples Business Depot) and Metro Active.org. Printed articles for FedEx Freight Canada (Newsletter) Centennial College Ascent Magazine. Has been on That Channel.com speaking on How to become Networking Success.
Jim Pagiamtzis in 5 years has successfully leveraged his written articles into speaking all over the GTA from consulting with Burkert Fluid Control, Enterprise Toronto, Career Door, Skills for Change and Trios College. Has delivered keynote for Monarch Park Collegiate spoke on 3 keys task to success and How to attract a Mentor. His dynamic speaking style has empowered and inspired his audience to learn, do and apply his simple and effective Parformance Selling System. Jim has also volunteered with Junior Achievement in Toronto on "Economics of Staying in School"
Published Author, Speaker and Elite Entrepreneur Jim Pagiamtzis is the founder of Get Connected Make Wealth Happen! has been articles published online by Toronto Public Library Small Biz Express, Centennial College, Happen.ca Linking People and Entrepreneurs,How's Business blog (Staples Business Depot) and Metro Active.org. Printed articles for FedEx Freight Canada (Newsletter) Centennial College Ascent Magazine. Has been on That Channel.com speaking on How to become Networking Success.
Jim Pagiamtzis in 5 years has successfully leveraged his written articles into speaking all over the GTA from consulting with Burkert Fluid Control, Enterprise Toronto, Career Door, Skills for Change and Trios College. Has delivered keynote for Monarch Park Collegiate spoke on 3 keys task to success and How to attract a Mentor. His dynamic speaking style has empowered and inspired his audience to learn, do and apply his simple and effective Parformance Selling System. Jim has also volunteered with Junior Achievement in Toronto on "Economics of Staying in School"
Monday, December 5, 2011
My Journey to a Saturday Event
Thank you to Patrick Bizindayvi for this great article regarding Get Connected Make Wealth happen event that happened on Saturday December 3,2011 in Toronto.
My Journey to a Saturday Event
I have known Jim for a while, but that was the first time I saw him with such confidence. Right then I knew he would do it. He in fact did, and in a big way. He managed to find a few partners to help him promote it, he even secured a venue five minutes away from where I live with great food on the menu (how could I resist this?), and the event just happened two days ago.
We had amazing guest speakers and the audience did respond greatly to our presentations
I remember few months ago when I met Phil Taylor the founder of Goal Achievers International. I told him before I joined the group that my goal was to become a professional speaker and coach. At that time I knew what I wanted but it was not enough. I had to find my audience, and (especially) my topics. After few months, and with the help of fellow Goal Achievers members, I knew I would devote the rest of my life helping people achieve their goals. Since then it's been a fun ride (including me ending up being the President of Goal Achievers Canada).
I have found that the best way to help others achieve their goals is to achieve mine.
When I was in Burundi, I was invited by one of the TV stations down there to talk about my journey. Since then they have aired the show three times (I think I did good, what do you think?). Ever since people saw the show, I have received tons of e-mails congratulating me and, sometimes asking for my help. All I did was talk about my journey and a few goals that I had achieved
Achieving one's goal is one of the beautiful things in life. But the journey to get there is what I found the most interesting.
Sometimes on the journey to our goals it looks like nothing is happening. Believe me, it's one of the toughest moments when you don't see how you are going to make it. But trust me, it's happening even though we don't see it. It's like a farmer planting grains of corn. When the seed is in the ground, for a number of weeks nothing appears on the surface but the roots are taking forms below the surface. The farmer knows this is happening, so he doesn't worry if the crops are growing or not. He just knows when the time is right he is going to harvest what he planted.
Dreams are the same. They are like seeds planted in our heart. I heard someone say that in the vision there is provision. All we need is keep believing without seeing and the dream will come to pass like the seed in the ground that will become one day a crop to harvest.
So, my friend, don't give up when you don't see your dream happening. It's happening below the surface. Keep believing. It will come to pass.
Moral of the story? Do you want to invite me to speak at your event? Make sure you bring nice food at your event and I will help you achieve your goals
Always a pleasure
Patrick
The Journeyman
patrick@goalachieverscanada.com
Sunday, December 4, 2011
Get Connected Make Wealth Happen December 3.2011 video links
It was an amazing day featuring speakers
Patrick Bizindayvi from Goal Achievers Canada and Best Life Motivation
Christopher van der Hoff from Insanely Great Sales Ideas
Emmanuel Lopez the Motivator Man
Doina Oncel from Doina's Infinite Solutions
Thank you to all the speakers and attendees for making it a memorable event
Testimonials
Jim's event was full of knowledge and fun. The speakers were amazing and I met someone I have been trying to get together since 2008. What can I say this can only happen at Jim's event. So the moral of the story is never pass up on Jim's event because I was not suppose to attend and I am happy I did. Thanks Jim
Below are the video links to the event
Patrick Bizindayvi from Goal Achievers Canada and Best Life Motivation
Christopher van der Hoff from Insanely Great Sales Ideas
Emmanuel Lopez the Motivator Man
Doina Oncel from Doina's Infinite Solutions
Thank you to all the speakers and attendees for making it a memorable event
Testimonials
Jim's event was full of knowledge and fun. The speakers were amazing and I met someone I have been trying to get together since 2008. What can I say this can only happen at Jim's event. So the moral of the story is never pass up on Jim's event because I was not suppose to attend and I am happy I did. Thanks Jim
Dianne Ojar-Ali
Author of the soon-to-be-released book:
Mrs. Fraud and You ~ Will You be the Victim or Victor when She comes Knocking?
Fantastic job Jim!!
Paul Rennie
Paul Rennie
Below are the video links to the event
Patrick Bizindayiv sharing his vision insights
Emmanuel Lopez sharing his story
Doina Oncel sharing her story
Christopher van der Hoff sharing about Jim Pagiamtzis was right in Doing event on Dec 3 and he was wrong!
Dianne Ojar-Ali sharing her insights on event
Jim Pagiamtzis sharing impact on Patrick Bizindayvi blog has made for him
Christopher van der hoff sharing about the book How to Win Friends and Influence People
Patrick Bizindayvi talking about Jim Pagiamtzis determination to put the event together
Patrick Bizindayvi talking about Paul Rennie and the business relationship for the past 10 years
Wednesday, November 30, 2011
4 Keys to Trust
1. Brightness of future
2. Building "likeness" rapport
3. Keep Small Agreements
4. Frequency of Interection
Lastly "It's all about them"
2. Building "likeness" rapport
3. Keep Small Agreements
4. Frequency of Interection
Lastly "It's all about them"
Monday, November 28, 2011
Get Connected Make Wealth Happen December Event
Lunch and Learn: Free Event
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Monday, November 21, 2011
Jim Pagiamtzis speaking on LinkedIn in Mississauga on Wed Nov 23
November 23, 2011 at 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Maple Banquet Hall: 13125 Eglinton Avenue East, just west of Dixie
This event requires registration: http://www.business-connection-exchange.ca
Learn more about LinkedIn, build your list, build your sales, build your business!
Come and introduce your business to over 100 business owners and build your contact list as well. Join in some helpful discussions about LinkedIn and social media and how they can help you grow your business by networking online. Learn how to schedule it in your day; what types of things to post; and how to actually network on LinkedIn.
Tickets are $12 in advance and $20 at the door.
Tickets available online at www.business-connection-exchange.ca.
For information, call Cheryl Rankin, Fit For Business at 647-287-0320.
Wednesday, November 16, 2011
Infinite Connections ~ Money and Effective Networking Event
Infinite Connections ~ Money and Effective Networking Event
November 10, 2011 - Screen Lounge 20 College St. Toronto, Infinite Connections events is a branch of Doina’s Infinite Solutions and agency that focuses in connecting Entrepreneurs and bringing them value through networking events lead by Doina Oncel. On November 10, 2011 Doina brought together two fabulous Entrepreneurs: author Dianne Ojar-Ali and Elite Entrepreneur Jim Pagiamtzis.
Author Diane Ojar-Ali provided expert knowledge on Money and Fraud. Her soon to be released book, Mrs. Fraud and You, Will You be the Victim or Victor when She comes Knocking? and her 18 years experience as a banker, had positioned her as an expert on fraud and money protection. She touched on topics such as “What to look for when borrowing money for business”, "Importance Of The Fine Print When Using Financial Services" in addition to "How To Protect Your Identity When Dealing With Your Credit". She then answered questions from the audience which were inquiring on fraud and protection tips. To find out more about author Dianne Ojar-Ali please visit her website at www.dianneojarali.com/
Jim Pagiamtzis, the author of Get Connected Make Wealth Happen had touched base on effective networking techniques beyond the business card showing the crowd how to stay connected after networking. He used the “Two Envelopes” techniques demonstrating how effortless it is to stay connected if commitment and effective strategies are set in place. Jim had brought in a special guest to the event, Patrick Bizindavyi, the president of Goal Achievers Canada. Patrick had shared his story of networking and connecting although challenged by the lack of Canadian experience. To find out more about author and Elite Entrepreneur Jim Pagiamtzis please visit his website at www.getconnectedmakewealthhappen.com . And if you also want to find out more about Patrick Bizindavyi and how to become a Goal Achiever please visit www.goalachieverscanada.com/.
To find out more about future Infinite Connections networking events led by Doina Oncel please contact her at doina@doinaoncel.com
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