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Tackle one “buffalo” at a time.
It is amazing to witness lions separating their prey from
a herd. They know it’s impossible to fight a whole herd of water
buffaloes. Focusing on the specific task needed to turn goals into
reality is what will keep organizations viable and individuals
employed.
Partner with others.
The Idaho Statesman is now partnering with a relatively
smaller competitor, the Idaho Press Tribune, in what they portrayed
as an effort to reduce printing costs. That’s the survival strategy
of the jungle. We can even learn from politicians—they have no
permanent political enemies, especially when they need an ally for a
given issue. Turn competitors into partners.
Change as things change.
The Serengeti migration presents a premier lesson for
those who are stuck in a past that can never exist again. The
factors, availability of water and grass that prompt herbivores
(like buffaloes) to travel hundreds of miles are beyond the control
of carnivores (like lions). But as the prey changes location in
search of life necessities, so does the predator. As your industry
changes, don't waste energy and time wishing for a bygone past.
Change before you are changed.
Renew your motivation.
Motivation is like food—you need several meals a day to
keep you functional. You will need to renew your motivation, fuel
your passion and focus on the mission at hand. Imagine a lion that
loses its motivation to hurt!
Remain with the pack—and give
your best effort.
That’s the main strength for your survival and opportunity to
thrive.
By Dr. Vincent Muli Wa Kituku, motivational speaker
is the author of Overcoming Buffaloes at Work & in Life.
Contact him at
www.overcomingbuffaloes.com or at (208) 376-8724
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• Learning how to set
yourself apart at work and in life
• Re-discovering talents and resources you need for growth
• Thriving by repeatedly providing exceptional service
• Being part of something bigger than a career
• Bouncing back after setbacks
• Moving forward without leaving your life behind
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If so, Overcoming Buffaloes at
Work & in Life
is for you and your organization. Overcoming
Buffaloes at Work & in Life provides practical tools that help
individuals, corporations, public and nonprofit organizations, teams
and families to have ownership of decisions and actions to increase
productivity, provide exceptional customer services, stay motivated
and focused. The fresh ideas in this book will take you to new
heights of work experiences without leaving your life behind.
Book specifications:
ISBN: 978-1-60585-958-3
Hardcover with glossy dust jacket,
5.5 by 8.5,
112 pages
Retail price:
$19.99 US
$25.99 Canada
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 Hi Vincent…I have almost finished reading the book, which so far I
have enjoyed and is certainly inline with the changes we striving to
make here at Bartercard... |
- JUSTINE HAYEK
National
Franchising Manager, BARTERCARD AUSTRALIA PTY LTD |
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afternoon Vincent…We would still like to purchase 200 books from you
to give to our delegates… |
- Anna Parfrey, Executive
Assistant to Justine Hayek -
National Franchising Manager, Bartercard Australia Pty Ltd
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don't know if you remember me or not but I sat by you on the
airplane from Las Vegas to Salt Lake City last week. You graciously
gave me a copy of your book, "Overcoming Buffaloes," …Well, I am
done reading it and wanted to say it is an excellent book…Your story
of the man walking in the desert and other thoughts that you shared
really put things into perspective and gave me a strong desire to
find more balance and joy in my life. I gained a renewed excitement
to finish my education in psychology so that I can one day help
others, as I feel that is the path I am supposed to travel. I
learned much from your book…It has given me much to think about and
I plan on sharing your book with others. I loved how you said, "you
must be different to make a difference." I have had many difficult
obstacles to overcome and hope to one day be able to share what I
have learned with others as you so eloquently do. Pure joy truly
does come in the service of others. Thank you again for your
kindness and example by taking the time to share your message with
me. It truly was life changing and something I will
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Vincent,
that is exactly what our organization needs…please sign copies for
all our 73 employees. |
- Brent Kelly
President, Boise Office Equipment |
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If you have failed, don’t give up. You’re traveling a path
with well-known overachievers. Here are some examples
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Going an Extra Mile is giving more services than you are required
to, seeing a need and filling it before you are asked to, helping
other people in their need when you don’t have to.
I had never seen American football before I came to the United
States. I started learning about it only because of Boise State
football coach, Pokey Allen’s fight against cancer. My mother is a
cancer survivor. I invited him to speak about cancer to my
Toastmasters’ Club. His message was not so much about his illness as
it was about how we should see young people and be there for them.
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Pokey died a few months later
and the team’s performance declined under one of the assistant
coaches. Another coach came and did a relatively good job but
left at the end of the season.
Dirk Koetter was hired before the 1998 football season. As the
season progressed, I customized one of my articles for the team
and faxed it to the coach. The point was to help them focus
beyond their “buffaloes” (obstacles). Two weeks later, I faxed
another customized article on how to tap underutilized
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“Hi, my name is Dirk Koetter, the head coach of the Boise State
University Football Team. Can I please talk to Dr. Vincent Kituku?”
After some silence, I said, “Speaking!”
Dirk Koetter soon let me know how little I know about football. But
in just a few moments, he said, “If you are available, I can have
you speak to them ten minutes before we go out for practice.”
After the first speech, Dirk and I started talking regularly, with
me giving speeches to the team whenever I was in town, sometimes the
night before a game. In the spring of 1999 I presented a talk to the
seniors on the importance of leadership, holding the light for the
rest of the team. For the whole team, we outlined the seven
must-know goals for succeeding beyond expectations and the crucial
aspect of “planting in the dry season,” knowing that great
performance is preceded by unspectacular preparation.
The team won the conference championship and capped the season by
winning the Humanitarian Bowl Game against a team favored to win.
Dirk gave me a coach’s uniform—I brag that I might be the only
person with a coach’s uniform who doesn’t even know the rules of the
game! The BSU alumni honored me by selecting me to be the 2003
Homecoming Grand Marshal.
There is no way to measure the impact my presentations have had on
the team’s performance since 1998. And all presentations have been
on pro bono basis. However, I know my contribution has brought
intangible rewards money can’t bring to my life. Other coaches
learned about my presentations and have had me work with their
teams. Organizations have used the leadership and employee
development programs I presented to the team.
There are invaluable benefits for going the extra mile. You
automatically develop a rare but powerful quality—personal
initiative. You build confidence in your skills, knowledge and
abilities. You attract the attention of others, including your
superiors and decision makers.
Your growth, both professional and personal, is proportional to the
extra miles you cover.
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To succeed in today's workplace and in your personal life, you
need more than goals, smarts or top technological tools. You
must be passionate, highly motivated, and focused in every
aspect of your organization. The competitive nature of the
business world dictates that people must produce results in a
fast changing marketplace for them and/or their organization to
remain relevant. Individuals and their organization must be
proactive in order to focus on measurable performance and
eradicate frustration, stress and crisis. Dr. Kituku's and Mr.
McClain’s work-life strategies help people bring balance back to
their lives. They learn how to develop and leverage a personal
vision that not only takes their work performance to new heights
but also discover important strategies of creating an
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registration 30 days before the day of the course. Administrative
fees of $40.00 will be taken from your registration if cancellation
occurs between 29 days and two weeks before the course. There is no
refund if cancellation occurs within 13 days of the school. If
cancellation of the course is initiated by Kituku & associates,
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Dr. Vincent Muli Wa Kituku is known as a
research-based motivational speaker. He presents
motivational keynotes and training programs on
leadership, employee motivation, overcoming buffaloes at
work (change), customer service and living and working
with cultural differences. Vincent is the founder and
president of Kituku & Associates, LLC, a business that
is dedicated to developing leaders and employees in
business and in life.
What has set Dr. Kituku apart is the ability to use his
experience in research to evaluate/assess client needs
and then tailor his keynotes/training presentation to
meet their objectives. Harold G. Delamarter,
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Prestige Care Inc. said, "Before the
Retreat, Dr. Kituku gained as much information as
possible about our company and the industry we are
involved in. He made telephone calls to management team
members to tailor his seminar very closely to the needs
of our employees and the circumstances they face each
day in the present economy. Dr. Kituku was so widely
received in July, the decision was made to ask him to
return to again present to our company in October."
Vincent's clients list includes Cisco Systems, Micron,
Hewlett Packard, Genworth Financial, US Fish and
Wildlife, US Air Force, Women Council of Realtors and
National Association of Mental Health. He has been the
motivational speaker for the successful Boise State
Football Team since 1998. Dr. Kituku works have been
featured by numerous publications including the
Presentations Magazine, SkyWest Magazine, National
Speakers Association Magazine and many newspapers which
publish his weekly columns. Vincent holds the Certified
Speaking Professional designation that is earned by
fewer than 7% of all speakers worldwide.
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If results are important to you, then
Dr Vincent Muli Kituku is the speaker/trainer for your group.
Call
(208) 376-8724, or email Vincent directly at
Vincent@kituku.com |
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Read Dr.
Kituku’s newest articles online at:
www.kituku.com,
Idahopress.com,
Casper Star Tribune
Idahostatesman.com, Argus Observer, Business IQ, Post Register,
Idaho Catholic Register, Idaho Press Tribune, Idaho Senior Citizen
News, and Presentations Magazine.
You can order Dr. Kituku’s books and tapes by any of the following
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