1. Each year the number of people searching online for information about products and services increases. During the past 10 years this has boomed over 150% an awesome amount.
2. Of mobile phone users, 40% go online and over 20% of them go online everyday. You need to grab a piece of this increased mobile search.
3. It is not expensive to build a mobile ready website. Of course you plan a mobile website differently than a regular one, the devices have smaller screens and different navigation and this must be considered. Making such a site is not difficult nor does in take much time.

1. Aim for quality content and production values in your videos. Good and interesting content will do wonders to attract new customers to your business. You need only some basic equipment to put your videos together and you probably already have some of it on your computer. An inexpensive video camera can produce remarkable, high quality results, so you need not spend a fortune on a camera. Likewise you will find that the video editor that you need to produce your video need not be expensive either. In fact Windows Movie Maker is probably already included on your PC and it is all you need to start producing high quality, appealing videos.
2. When thinking about the length of your videos remember to “leave them wanting more.” This is good advice because you want to keep your videos snappy and to the point. Of course the length of your videos depends on the material you have but you will find it better to break your videos into several shorter ones than into a lengthy one that might leave your audience bored. So what length should your videos be. 30 seconds to 3 minutes seems to be a good length for most marketing videos. This length will be more enjoyable to your viewers and keep them as fans.
3. Meter your videos out, don’t dump them on YouTube all at the same time, rather stretch out their release to build a steady fan base. This will allow you to watch your audience reaction to your videos and make adjustments as you make new ones. Be sure to let your audience know when you release new videos. If you have a blog, Facebook, or Twitter, be certain to update those fans about your latest video.

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable–if anything is excellent or praiseworthy–think about such things.

A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.

by Michael Griffin 

Much like the diet and exercise industry, the Law of Attraction market has had its hucksters and charlitans. Many people unfortunately will listen and follow these claims and as a result, they find themselves wondering why they are not manifesting the things that they want.

To really be able to get past this, there are some Law of Attraction myths that have to be exposed. I will share a few of the more popular ones:

Law of Attraction is not a real “Law”

The Law of Attraction has never been proven to be a natural law like Newton’s Law of Gravity. This does not mean it does not hold merit. We all know that what goes around comes around, but you can’t prove that by scientific means. If you aren’t convinced, then pick up a textbook that is used at an accredited university and try to find the Law of Attraction.

Newton’s Laws can be demonstrated by anyone – drop an object and its acceleration will be exactly as the Law predicts. This does work every time – that’s why it’s a Law. The “Law of Attraction” doesn’t work that way. Having a positive – can do attitude, being confident, believing in yourself and your success is an advantage,  having positive thoughts is not the do all and end all.  Positve thoughts merely magnitize you into doing and being your best.  They also attract others who have a similar makeup allowing you to leverage each others talents.  The law of attraction also attracts things that you need in remarkable ways that cannot be understood with a surface analyasis.

Abundance

The Law of Attraction while stating the nature of end and sense of fulfillment refers to abundance. The theory explains the overwhelming feeling of happiness. Yet, the Law is unable to explain the disparities and inequalities in socioeconomic societies. Moreover, the Law of Attraction aims at abundance, taking into account, there is enough for all and one only has to find his share of prosperity. The theory wants us to believe in a truth which hardly exists.

Quantum Physics

The Law of Attraction states that thoughts are like atoms and carry energy fields. This is not a proven fact in science. Therefore, the reference to quantum physics is false. Additionally, many of the ideas put forth attach a magical, mystical explanation which many consider a form of “pseudoscience” which is not scientific truth.

by Michael Griffin

For several years, the Law of Attraction has gained popularity although it has been around for over a century. The main reason is due to the successful movie and book, The Secret. The theory sounds amazing. Basically, ask for what you want, believe you deserve it, and the Universe will give it to you free of charge. Not bad, right?

So, is it that simple? Well, not really. There are a whole lot of people who do not believe in the Law of Attraction. The question is: Is it a real “law” of the universe? Did they just make it up to sell the book and movie? Or did they just put together a “feel good” theory for people to believe in? Is it all psychological mumbo jumbo?

If the truth be told, it is somewhere between the two. There actually is a middle ground. Many books about the Law of Attraction describe the law tell people to think of it as ordering a product from a catalogue. Except you are really telling the universe what you want, then it will deliver it to you.

While this sounds easy as pie, it’s not. It’s great to know what you want, and then concentrate on it, there’s one last piece. You also need to take specific steps (or actions) to achieve your goal.

Now, you may be thinking that you are the one in charge of your destiny here, not the Law of Attraction. Well, you are, sort of. But, there is something to keep in mind. The Law of Attraction is working for you as well. The more steps you take toward your goal, the more opportunities the universe provides for you. You just have to pay attention and act on them.

So, if your goal is to make $200,000 and live in Italy by next year, you can’t do that by thinking about it, waiting for the Law of Attraction to kick in. You must take some intentional steps to get to your goal. Now, you may end up taking some unexpected actions, but those will get you closer to your goal. Basically, you may not receive a check for $200,000 in the mail the next day (although that would be awesome!), but you may end up meeting an Italian businessman who wants to start a company.

The possibilities are endless. Besides, it sure beats letting another pass and just wishing you were in Italy with $200,000 when you could have actually made it happen.

by Michael Griffin

Every day, we are overwhelmed with constant negative phrases in our thinking such as I can’t move ahead, I couldn’t be on time, I didn’t win, I don’t have enough money, etc. Sound familiar? Is mind set a representation of your current circumstances? If yes, then as you may have guessed, you are proof that the Law of Attraction exists. Though, you are shining example of attractive negatives, not positives at the moment. Let’s see how we can change that…

Breaking the Cycle

Have you ever wondered why we always seem to focus on the negative stuff in our lives instead of all the good? I mean, everyone has something. We do it out of habit. Breaking out of this “negative habit” does take effort, but it’s just like any other habit. It takes more if you’ve been doing this for much longer. Sometimes, the negative cycle has been passed down from generations. In many families, negative comments were simply considered “criticism,” but, in fact, you ended up mirroring their behavior. Isn’t it time to break the negative cycle? Or rather…IT IS time to break the cycle.

Many struggle with “negatives” daily. Those “negatives” seem to take permanent residence in people’s lives. When turning negatives into positives, it’s important to materialize positives into motion. Busy your hands with creating positive images for your eyes and mind to focus on. Some create visual boards. Others write and say daily affirmations.

Attracting Positives

Another way of attracting positives is to create your own manifesting scrapbook. The purpose is of the scrapbook is  to visualize what you want so your subconscious will see what you want and know what to do to manifest your goals, dreams, etc. Place your scrapbook somewhere near, so you can look at it often. It is your choice to share it with others or keep it private. This is for you and your fulfillment. Wherever you choose to place your scrapbook, the essential thing is that it is in a safe place. Fill your scrapbook with as many pages as you wish with positive affirmations, clippings, and pictures from magazines, phrases, anything which resonates with your goals. Also, include pictures of your family, friends, pets, etc.

Supplies:

§  Scissors

§  Paper

§  Glue

§  Magazines

§  Photos

§  Pens, Pencils, Crayons, Glitter, etc.

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By Michael Griffin

“See the end from the beginning,” is the way that Denis Waitley put it. “Know your outcome,” is how Tony Robbins spoke of visualization.

Each of these men were stating how to succeed in an endeavor before the term “Law of Attraction” came into common use in our society. Each stated a key element in the law of attraction and that is to know your outcome. So how can you learn to see something that doesn’t exist? How can you know your outcome.

Here is the thing, some can see the exact outcome so clearly that it does not surprise them when it comes to pass, while others have a less clear vision. If your vision is of the first type then go with it. But if your vision is vague, or gray, or just not clear then you need to continue with it to flesh it out. Don’t lose heart but keep going with your visions and they will become clear. Your brain just needs to build up more neuro-links inside. This will happen as you practice visualization exercises.

As the neuro-links build up your vision will become more and more clear and one day you will see it as if it were real while you are in your vision state. As this happens ideas about getting to your final state will begin to come into consciousness. You must note these down and act on them at such time as they are clearly steps to take to build your business, enterprise, or whatever it is you are creating in your mind.

Visualization is the first step to putting the law of attraction into action in your life. It is foundational, it is an exciting part of making the law of attraction work.

Discover the next steps to making the law of attraction work. I invite you to visit http://www.TheRealMikeGriffin.com and bring the law of attraction to life.

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By Michael Griffin

Success, it is what we all seek and yet few achieve, at least to the level they had envisioned. Finding success is when your life slips into a state of joy and your efforts are multiplied.

Consider the head of a corporation, he has a general idea for his company and a thousand hands begin work on it. His efforts are multiplied by the number of people who work for him. Success does not always take this form but it is illustrative of what happens when you become successful. Suddenly the things you do become multiplied and you accomplish great things with small efforts. It is this leverage that is important.

Self improvement means many things to many people. Some are interested in self improvement because of their feelings of low self esteem. They grew up in a situation in which they failed to get the nurturing they needed. This does not mean they had bad parents or anything of the sort. It just means what it says that somehow, something was missed in their upbringing. The trap for these people is not to fall into the need for constant self-improvement, as if you were nothing now.

The fact is while you may have things to learn you can begin where you are to reach out for the prizes that you want. Begin now to see the things you want and to figure out the first step to getting to it. If there is some skill that you think you need to get there, then you can learn it or find someone who already has that skill and partner with them.

Napoleon Hill, that great success writer of the 20th century calls partnering up with as many people as it takes a master mind. Hill tells the story of Andrew Carnegie, the great producer of steel in the early 1900′s, Carnegie claimed he knew very little about producing steel but that he did know about gathering people who did and keeping them happy.

This may be the secret that you need to master as well. In any undertaking there are a myriad of things to be done and no one person can do them all. You can master the gathering and cultivating of a team that can do it all.

Put Andrew Carnegie’s secret to work in your life. Discover what it takes to succeed on a grand scale. Discover how to use the secret and tap into the law of attraction.

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By Michael Griffin

62% of Canadians and Americans search online with a local intent. 82% of those follow the search up with a visit to a local merchant either by physical visit, a phone call, or a physical visit and a purchase.

Researching Local Shopping

More people research buying goods and services online with Google and other search engines than with any other means. Mobile search is becoming the biggest means of finding business online. As more and more smart phones enter the market place this trend becomes stronger all the time. A person wants to call about something she needs, why hunt for a phone book when with a couple of keystrokes all of the information about the product can be brought to her phone? Local search is the biggest thing happening in advertising today.

Getting Your Business Into Local Search

Local search, if you are there and can be found, can have the biggest impact on your business that you have ever seen. Many will benefit by the new technologies while others will lose big time. How can you benefit from local search and insure the ongoing viability of your business?

It all begins with getting into Google’s local search. Google maps, Google places, it seems to get a new name and a new spin every week, but the fact is it is the game to be in. It is free to get started in this, just go to Google and search for “Google Places” and you will find them. Your first step is to go there and see if Google made a website for you. They have done this for over 35,000,000 businesses and yours may be there – unclaimed. Claim your business and flesh it out by filling in the data fields, adding pictures and videos.

For the next step to getting your business found and engaging in local marketing visit http://LouisvilleMarketingLabs.com.

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By Michael Griffin

Using The Law Of Attraction To Build A Plan

The law of attraction is an important part of success. Success in any endeavor requires planning and a good plan is an important part of using the law.

Fleshing Out The Plan

The law of attraction requires that you understand where it is you are going, what success means. After defining what success is then you have something to use in your visualization exercises. If you are serious about being successful you will roll the ideas around in your mind at least once a day, and again this is in line with the law.

Meditation On The Plan

As you roll the ideas around, or meditate on them, they will cause other ideas to arise. This may not happen on the first day that you meditate, but it will happen so just be patient. These other ideas are most important to note down. In fact you should keep a journal of anything that comes up no matter how inconsequential that it may seem.

Taking Action

Consider how each of these ideas fits into your plan. Can you take action on the ideas, if so then get busy, if not, then take it into your next meditation with the intention of getting more ideas and information about it. Use each of the ideas in this way by feeding them back into the meditation always looking for ways to take action on them.

The steps to success with the law of attraction

1. know your outcome

2. meditate on it.

3. Feed the ideas that come out of the meditation back into it, meanwhile take action on any ideas that you can.

The Success Loop

Do the steps daily or even several times a day, the more you do it the better it will work. If this seems like work then perhaps you are not really serious about this outcome. If you can easily lay the idea down then consider something else. Otherwise you will create a success loop unlike anything you may have known.

Your focus on the outcome will become so intense and you will be easily drawn into the success building activities that are generated by using the law of attraction.

The law of attraction can bring you unparalleled success, you need only use it. Find out more about the law of attraction at http://www.TheRealMikeGriffin.com

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By Michael Griffin

The law of attraction reached public consciousness about 4 years ago with the release of Rhonda Byrnes “The Secret.” Many who had practiced the law of attraction considered “The Secret” a little thin, and accused it of being just a “feel good” piece. But the facts are is that “The Secret” did a great service in bringing the law of attraction so much attention.

How To Use The Law of Attraction

The law of attraction, in its simplest form, involves deciding with great clarity the thing that you want to attract and then following these steps.

1. Create a sensory rich vision of yourself, after you have obtained the object.

2. Note the ideas that come to you about the vision. This might be something that you should do or even someone you should talk to. This may take several sessions to happen but as you practice you will find this comes faster.

3. Take action right away.

Action, Action, Action

Do the thing that has come to you. If you don’t act on your vision when it comes to you then you are wasting your time with this entire exercise. Take action, it is that easy but the results won’t be instant. Often great things multi step. As you track these kinds of projects through you might make a chart and break out the steps as best you can. Then take each up in turn so you can progress through your project.

When using the law of attraction this way step 2 becomes critical. If you are visualizing such a project in step 1 then in step 2 you may see the project broken apart into smaller pieces. Next time you visualize start with the larger project and see yourself stepping out into your first step.

Journal Your Vision And Action Steps

It is important to journal all of this. Failing to do so will likely mean that you will fail to attract results even for the smallest project as your thoughts will stray. Using a journal before and after your visualization will keep you on track. This is an important secret that most people skip when using the law of attraction.

The Law of Attraction is at work in our world. The law of attraction works for everyone — is it being directed by you to bring the things you want to your life, or is it bringing you random results?

Pick up your free audiobook of “The Science of Getting Rich.” This is the classic book on using the “Law of Attraction” you can get it for free now at http://www.TheRealMikeGriffin.com

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 By Michael Griffin

“Most men lead lives of quiet desperation and go to the grave with the song still in them.” –Henry David Thoreau

Most people have things reasonably good and just don’t question their lives. They don’t question what could be.

Our society has made life pretty good for us. It we just show up we can do quite well. And so it is that we do show up, get a job, get married, come home at night and watch TV or work the computer. We repeat the something the next day and just do not question what goes on in our lives. Earl Nightingale wrote about it in just this way in his “Strangest Secret” program.

As we come to the end of our lives and die, our friends gather round and say a few good things about us and we are gone. Sure we’ve had a little effect but that is all. We die with the song still in us.

But sometimes, something remarkable happens. There is a thing called the law of attraction. It is there all along but most of us don’t notice it or don’t believe it. The law of attraction is a means of attracting things into our lives. It is instinctive but as we live out our lives of quiet desperation we learn to forget about it in the same way we forget about Santa Claus. Just one of those things of childhood to put away as we grow up.

But as children we imagine, we see things we want to do, and we play as if it were real.

A friend of mine always wanted to be a writer and as a child she drew out typewriter keys on a box. Another friend setup a broadcast studio in his room and was a great broadcaster. For these two the childhood dreams didn’t end. They brought their dreams into the future and created careers for themselves.

The imaging as children and the compulsion to go out and make a typewriter or a broadcast studio are part of us. Most of us forget the process as we grow out of childhood. We learn to “believe it when we see it” instead of the childhood way of, “seeing it when we believe it.”

Learn to unleash the law of attraction once again in your life. Believe for the things you want before you see them. Belief is a necessary first step. I can’t tell you how long you’ll have to believe — only that the strong belief will attract an action plan that can bring it to fruition. The strong belief will carry you forward and take care of you while you achieve that thing within you, while you bring out the song.

You can wake up the law of attraction in your life. Reclaim your dreams by getting your free audio book of “The Science of Getting Rich.” This audio book is all about the law of attraction and you can get it free at: http://www.TheRealMikeGriffin.com

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Recession Proof Business, how is it possible?

Adding an online presence will not in and of itself help your business. Many companies have invested thousands of dollars and have failed to see any return. Many business owners have seen the fall off in response from phone book and newspaper advertising but the websites they built have not delivered either. These owners don’t believe the internet can help them. Sometime these owners have bought websites from the phone company. These sites are from the very people who are being killed by the internet. Don’t trust your marketing to people who really don’t understand web traffic.

80% of consumers do some sort of search on Google before making local purchases. Do you think the phone number and address of local businesses who offer the product shows up? Phone companies are beginning to stop printing white pages (also because of so many mobile phones) and more and more consumers are simply not looking at the business pages. Where is your phonebook?

Traditional Advertising Is Failing All Over The Country

There is a similar story for newspaper advertising. More and more people are getting their news online and forgoing getting newspaper delivery. There is a major shift that is already well underway.

These statistics are the same in Louisville, Indianapolis, Cincinnati, and other large cities. Your marketing must work around these changes that are going on. The problem with the websites made by phone companies and others is they don’t understand how a website attracts traffic. Just putting up a website does you no good at all.

People type the words for the things they are looking for into the search box. This has typically been on Google but more and more it is becoming Facebook as well. But wherever they do it, the matching pages that your business wants them to find has to match up. Not only that they have to be indexed and have other sites pointing to them. Google assigns trust to pages that have links from other pages (lots of links). These links are best if they contain the same keywords.

There is a quick look at why you want to be on the web but why your website may not be working. I invite you to visit Louisville Marketing at http://www.louisvillemarketinglabs.com and learn more.

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by Michael Griffin

Recession Proof Business, Louisville Marketing, how can these things work together?

Adding an online presence will not in and of itself help your business.  Many companies have invested thousands of dollars and have failed to see any return.  Many business owners have seen the fall off in response from phone book and newspaper advertising but the websites they built have not delivered either.  These owners don’t believe the internet can help them.  Sometime these owners have bought websites from the phone company.  These sites are from the very people who are being killed by the internet.   Don’t trust your Louisville marketing to people who really don’t understand web traffic.

80% of consumers do some sort of search on Google before making local purchases.  Do you think the phone number and address of local businesses who offer the product shows up?  Phone companies are beginning to stop printing white pages (also because of so many mobile phones) and more and more consumers are simply not looking at the business pages.  Where is your phonebook?

There is a similar story for newspaper advertising.  More and more people are getting their news online and forgoing getting newspaper delivery.  There is a major shift that is already well underway.

Louisville Marketing

These statistics are the same in Louisville and other large cities.  Your marketing must plan around these changes going on.  The problem with these websites made by phone companies and others is they don’t understand how a website attracts traffic.  Just putting up a website does you no good at all.

Your Louisville Marketing plan and search

People type the words for the things they are looking for into the search box.  This has typically been on Google but more and more it is becoming Facebook as well.  But whereever they do it, the matching pages that your business wants them to find has to match up.  Not only that they have to be indexed and have other sites pointing to them.  Google assigns trust to pages that have links from other pages (lots of links).  These links are best if they contain the same keywords.

There is a quick look at why you want to be on the web but why your website may not be working.  I invite you to visit Louisville Marketing at http://www.louisvillemarketinglabs.com.