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Ever since the 20/20 segment ran last week, I’ve been getting LOTS of emails, IM’s and phone calls about luck. So, let’s continue our discussion on How to become the Luckiest Person You Know! First of all, if you’re new here, welcome! My name is Scott. I wear a nametag 24-7. Check out parts one and two of this series first!) OK. Let’s get down to business… 1. Exponentially…

The other day one of my audience members asked me, “What do you like LEAST about your job?” “Stereotypes,” I replied. “What do you mean?” “Well, a lot of people think that authors and professional speakers are egomaniacal, self-serving, manipulative BS’ers who do nothing but spit fluff and hawk products from the stage instead of delivering real value.” “Wow,” he said. “Is that really true?” “That’s what I’ve heard,…

If you’re having diffuculty viewing this video, you can also watch it (or share the link) here! LET ME ASK YA THIS… Who’s the luckiest person you know? LET ME SUGGEST THIS… What do they do that nobody else does? * * * * Scott Ginsberg That Guy with the Nametag Download Scott’s new book! Right here, right now, for FREE, no strings. add to del.icio.us * digg it!…

According to Wikipedia, writer’s block is “a phenomenon involving temporary loss of ability to continue writing, usually due to lack of inspiration or creativity.” There’s also great list of techniques to help overcome creative barriers such as: 1. Set a time and write whatever comes to mind, without stopping, for that time. 2. Taking a break, meditating, or doing relaxation exercises to relieve any pressure on oneself and on…

I got an eye-opening instant message yesterday: “Hey Scott … after I watched your segment on 20/20 last night, I went online to check out your website. I didn’t know what your URL was, so I just guessed it and typed in www.hellomynameisscott.com. Sure enough, I was right! Way to make it easy!” The funny thing is, my total on-air time was only 2:43. And I didn’t even mentioned…

Hope everyone tuned in last night to 20/20’s “The Lucky Ones”! We watched it out here in Maderia, OH, at Casa de S.F.K.A. It was totally cool. Here’s the transcript, fresh ABC’s website: The Lucky Ones: Is It Serendipity or Smarts? Good Luck and Hard Work Often Go Hand in Hand ‘Hello, My Name Is Scott’ Speaker and author Scott Ginsberg, 27, has no problem finding people to talk…

Big thanks to my friend Bob Baker from The Buzz Factor for putting together the Giant Nametag Video! See everyone on 2020 tonight! LET ME ASK YA THIS… How do YOU stick yourself out there? LET ME SUGGEST THIS… Share your secrets here! * * * * Scott Ginsberg That Guy with the Nametag Watch Scott’s interview on 20/20! Tune in here! add to del.icio.us * digg it! *…

1. What’s next? Keeps you productive. Keeps you in motion. It keeps you thinking about the future. Helps avoid complacency. 2. What did you write today? Writing is the basis of all wealth. Even if you’re not a writer, you’re a writer. SAY IT WITH ME: Writing is the basis of all wealth. 3. If everybody did exactly what you said, what would the world look like? Helps you…

OK. I’ve kept it a secret for three months… I’M GOING TO BE ON 20/20!!! I got the call in March. One of their producers read my article, How to become the Luckiest Person You Know. HERE’S THE BEST PART: their upcoming episode is all about (get this) … people who create their own luck! That’s me! Anyway, their crew flew down from New York City, came to my…

I pushed my shopping cart up to the counter. “Good morning!” I said to the cashier. I awaited my greeting. And the first words out of her mouth were: “Zip code please.” Yes. That was her actual greeting. Not “Hello.” Not “How are ya?” Not “Welcome to Office Depot!” Zip code please. Gee, thanks for the friendly greeting, I thought. WARNING: This indicator of unapproachable service is called The…