Double your pleasure Double your success

Simon was never as big as he was with Garfunkel. Jerry Lewis and Dean Martin were never as successful apart as they were as a team. Lennon and McCartney,Sonny and Cher,and Batman and Robin all had bigger success as duos than as solo artists.

Could that work for you?

Is there someone you know that has talents that compliment your weaknesses? Work as a team to generate new leads and close more sales.

A lot of real estate agents are already doing this. So are some women that work together so each can take time off to attend their kids school plays and other activities.

Consider being a part of a team and double your profits.

Don't take yourself too seriously

Paris Hilton has been the butt of millions of jokes. Whether it was her sex tapes, her jail sentence, or her airhead image, late night comedians and John McCain have had a field day at her expense.

But now Paris is having the last laugh.

The latest Paris video has become an internet sensation because she was not afraid to parody herself and use a sense of humor to endear herself to millions that used to scoff at her.

Serious political pundits are saying that her energy policy makes more sense than either candidate's policy.

And she's laughing all the way to the bank with Paris for president T-shirts, key chains, and coffee cups already for sale.

So take your job and your responsibilities seriously but don't take yourself too seriously. Just like Paris, a self deprecating sense of humor can win over the skeptics and generate new revenue sources.

The Three R's

In performing and in sales you can profit if you follow the Three R's.

Recognition.... Be noticed. Stand out from the crowd. Don't be afraid to be a leader. People that blend in are called extras. People that seek the spotlight are called stars.

Respect.... Be respected for what you do. Have integrity. Deliver more than what you promise.

And once you have got the clients attention, and gain their respect you will you will reap the third R which is...

Reward.