The New Realities

There is no “return to normal” or “new normal,” at least not if you’re awake and aware (despite “awoke”). But “new realities” sounds vague, so here’s specifically what I’m thinking about and observing.

• Employees will be far less taken for granted and there will be a renewed focus on their gratification in the work and the workplace. (Why human resources has ignored this for decades is a topic I have no room for here.)
• Employment “packages” will be tailored to the type of talent required, and will include latitude of action, vacation time, personal development subsidies, choices of remote and on-site work, and emotional support needs.
• Online learning will be abandoned as totally ineffective and alternatives will be developed for future disruptions.
• In the US there will be a major reallocation of political power emanating from the November elections. People were outraged by the hypocrisy of mask mandates for athletic and entertainment events, while not applied to protestors in the streets and the too-frequent violence that results.
• The police have not been “defunded” in the least, but are receiving increased funding. The nature of policing will change, and the social services needs will be handled by appropriate resources instead of police. We will return to law and order as a virtuous aspect of our culture.
• Radical politics on both the left and the right will increasingly be marginalized, meaning that legislation introduced by these people will be ignored or will not be passed. The only way to achieve political ends will be, as usual historically, by forming coalitions. Those blinded by their cause or personal grievance will be left out of such coalitions.
• We will increasingly purchase products and services online, brick and mortar stores will largely suffer unless highly innovative, and tele-health will morph into tele-consulting, tele-design, tele-realty, tele-voting, and tele-counseling. (Therapy can take place on your own couch.)
• The transition to electric cars carries far too high expectations and far too aggressive deadlines. The huge ship carrier that sunk (with 189 Bentleys on board) was almost certainly doomed by a fire and explosion caused by those cars in the cargo with lithium batteries. Massive amounts of charging stations will have to be built and supported by belching plants that even now can’t sustain California’s need for electricity. I fully expect higher insurance rates given the possibility of hacking and hijacking or deliberate crashes, dangerous fire potential, and breakdowns from range exhaustion.
• Finally, immigration will be intelligently managed and encouraged since we are not replacing ourselves through natural childbirth. We will understand why this country’s power has been built by people arriving here for opportunity.

The new realities also include vast opportunities for all of us to better control and forge our own futures and that of our children.

Musings

Most people react to spending needs with an attitude of “From where can I take it?” It may be an unequivocal and needed expense, such as an uninsured medical bill or a raise in college tuition. It may be an impulse buy or pure recreation, such as a newer and larger TV or a trip to Anguilla. But the internal question is the same: What will be the source from which I can extract this money?

My attitude is different in either cases. I ask, “How can I make it?” That means I examine an offering of value, an experience, or an event that will help people improve in their work and lives while paying me equitable compensation for that value.

I’m not implying that you can always “make it,” especially in the short term. But you should at least begin with that mindset (and aim to replenish money you do have to “take” in the long term).

My wife told me during the last major recession (2008?) while I was working in Australia that we had to spend $30,000 we hadn’t anticipated. In the Qantas lounge I designed a teleconference that I thought would draw about 60 people at $500. I sent it to my tech team to put up on my site immediately, and I also put it on my private community board, AlansForums.com. I then flew about 13 hours to LA, took two hours to freshen up and change planes, and then landed in Boston five hours after that.

By the time the car picked me up at baggage claim I had 50 participants and would get 20 more.

I have a strong brand, I have a large community, but I also offered huge value about marketing in this teleconference and did so “in the public square” of social media and my lists. I expected equitable compensation for my value.

You should, too.

I’m merely suggesting that you consider “making money” before automatically “taking money.” You might be surprised at how often it’s a valid alternative.

And it leaves you wealthier in terms of money, not poorer. You simply need to abandon a scarcity mentality for an abundance mentality.

By Invitation Only

This year I’m accepting six people for a 2.5-day meeting, June 14-16 in the Caribbean, and 12 people for a 2.5-day meeting September 6-8 at a resort of the group’s choosing. I have two seats open in June and eight in September. We stay at great resorts, work for a half-day on personal and business issues with peers, and socialize with great meals and wonderful surroundings. Spouses and partners are welcome but not mandatory! Write me to apply and/or visit my website.

Return to Australia 2022

I’ll be making my 19th trip in October, this time to Brisbane, to present a week of unique offerings from passive income and global “reach” to a new strategy approach. Join me and your peers for my latest value to grow your business and decrease your labor facing our “new realities.” Discounts for first registrants. I have limited seating capacity.

Million Dollar Consulting® for the World

I’ve provided 14 modules with videos from me, from your colleagues globally, slides, and text. They include everything from launch to self-esteem, proposals to fees, closing business to creating a brand. No upsells! It’s only $115. What do you think about a 10,000:1 ROI? We have over 500 people from 43 countries.

Beyond Thought Leadership

Six “stars” from my community from five countries will be interviewed by me in this live, 2.5 day experience. I’ll be introducing new IP, case studies, and role-plays. And the final interview will be with me. This is one-time only, it was difficult to organize. Limited participation, in Miami in November, register now, no one else can offer this experience for your growth.

Ferocious Time Management

I’m tired of wasting my time hearing people tell me they have no time!!In a rare appearance in San Diego, I’m going to help you ruthlessly organize yourself so that you have time to close business, deliver a remote speech, create a book outline, and learn to tame wild beasts before lunch. Seriously, time is “elastic,” and you can stretch it to accommodate what you need to accomplish. Moreover, most people work too hard to achieve too little. Discretionary time is wealth, not money, but we’re prone to work so hard chasing money that we erode our wealth. Create greater output in a 20-hour week!