Second Milers Move Ahead Rapidly

Jack Canfield is one of my favorites and this is worth sharing.........try these tips as an intern and see if you get noticed!
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Going the Extra Mile will Get You Even Farther
by Jack Canfield

Are you someone who consistently goes the extra mile and routinely over delivers on your promises?

It's rare these days, but it's the hallmark of high achievers who know that exceeding expectations helps you stand above the crowd. Almost by force of habit, successful people simply do more.

As a result, they experience not only greater financial rewards for their extra efforts but also a personal transformation, becoming more self-confident, more self-reliant, and more influential with those around them.

These high achievers stand out from the crowd because of their extra efforts. They are unwilling to give up, even in the face of difficult times.

They get the promotions, they get the loyal customers, they grow their businesses twice as fast, they get financial rewards, job security, and they go home feeling satisfied.

Do you exceed expectations?

Do you surprise people with more than they were expecting from you?

Do you have the opportunity - but also the personal initiative - to go the extra mile?

To be successful you must change your thinking. You can only win by making extra efforts. People who go the extra mile always get payback. You will discover yourself becoming more self-confident, more self-reliant and more influential with those around you.

People notice the special services and all the small touches that make dealing with you so pleasurable. And when they are talking to their friends they will mention you and recommend you because you are the one who stands out.

People will see that you pay attention to detail, that you consider all the small things that really make a business successful, that you care about your image, and that you belong with all the other people who work hard to achieve. You will attract new business and new opportunities.

Listen to any success story and you will hear of someone who worked exceptionally hard to get what they wanted.

You’ll hear how they put in the extra time, did what wasn’t part of their job description, and over-delivered on what was asked of them. You’ll hear how they stuck at it until they broke through, and usually you’ll hear how it only took them a couple of years to do it.

What have you been doing for the past couple of years? Think of what you could accomplish if you made it a habit to exceed everyone’s expectations. Image what doors could be open to you if you decided to be of better service and value.

How are you willing to go the extra mile? What kind of extra service are you willing to provide in order to stand out from the rest? What areas of your life could you be giving more of your effort and time, becoming more valuable, and improving your reputation?

Be willing to treat everyone like you’d treat your dearest friend. Don’t skimp on service. Don’t be mediocre or run of the mill. Show people what you are capable of. Show them that you care about your image and reputation.

When it comes to success, the people who are willing to go the extra mile get there that much faster!

© 2009 Jack Canfield

Jack Canfield, America's #1 Success Coach, is founder of the billion-dollar book brand Chicken Soup for the Soul© and a leading authority on Peak Performance and Life Success. If you're ready to jump-start your life, make more money, and have more fun and joy in all that you do, get your FREE success tips from Jack Canfield now at: www.FreeSuccessStrategies.com

Can You Answer "Why should I Hire You?" in an Interview?

Preparing for a job interview can be nerve-wracking.....

Decide what to wear - check
Groom the look to perfection - check
Print extra copies of your resume - check
Package the portfolio - check
Weather report...coat, umbrella or sunglasses? - check
Print a map or get the address into the GPS - check
Practice answering possible interview questions on the way - check
Smile and don't look nervous when you arrive - check
Arrive on time - check

The interview begins and the first question asked is "Why should I hire you?" If not prepared, this question can throw you off and leave you stammering for an answer.

Want to know how to handle this important question? Check out the article on CareerBuilder.com......they even quoted yours truly!

Why Should I Hire You?

Even in a Tough Economy - Do an Internship!

During the last few months as I have spoken with college professors all over the USA, I have had many mention how tough it is for their students to find internships in this economy. There have been stories of large corporations who usually hire a multitude of interns who are not hiring any at all this year. Many instructors have also asked me, "what do the students do to graduate when the internship is required and they can't find one?"

While I don't have answers that will guarantee those who follow my advice will get an internship, I do want to encourage students to read this article from Quintessential Careers. Some of you may have read it before but it is worth reading again.

College Students: You Simply Must Do and Internship (Better Yet: Multiple Internships)!

Not trying to pour salt into a wound here. Just remind you how important an internship is to your career. If you think finding an internship is hard, try finding a job when many older, more experienced people are applying for the same position because they are now out of work. If you want to have a chance of finding a job after graduation, you will need experience to get your foot in the interview door.

Next post.......Internship Eluding You? What to do Next!