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In the spring of 2007, I had the privilege of attending my first Treat 'Em Right seminar with Send Out Cards. There were about 100 or so attendees. I met the founder and CEO, Kody Bateman along with some very wonderful Send Out Cards distributors.

I already knew that Send Out Cards is different from other companies, and attending TER and talking with Kody solidified that affirmation for me.

I've attended meeting and conferences of other companies in the past, and most were a complete turn off because of a lot of hype and emphasis on only the money and "stuff."

Life is not about the "stuff."

Life is about the impact and difference we can make in the lives of other people.

Sure, the money was nice and all, but for several years, I kept thinking, "o.k., but who am I helping? What difference does this make for someone else?"

You may be saying, "But, Patty, of course we go into business to make money."

In the summer of 2005, I had the privilege of being invited to a concert. This was no ordinary concert, though, this was the Watoto Children's Choir from Uganda.

If you're not familiar with the kids of Watoto, once you see them and learn of their story, you'll be hooked! I know I am. Most of these kids have lost either one or both parents to the AIDS epidemic in their country. Until you've walked in their shoes, you can't even image what they've been through.

Turn up your speakers and enjoy!

Their smiles and beaming eyes will just melt your heart. I know they did mine. They are so happy and full of joy, you can't even imagine. I bought their CD, which I now run to on my iPod. I wear a necklace handmade by one of the girls, as a reminder of that concert and to never forget who they are, how I can help and how thankful I am and what is really important in life.

It seems pretty simple if you're lacking focus, you're not making any progress in your business, right? Here are eight key signs to look out for that will tell you.

From the "Real Reason" report:

1. Days Without Any Progress - We all have an occasional day, here and there, that isn't productive, but these are continuous days on end where you don't seem to be doing anything worthwhile, yet seem to be busy.

2. Attention Easily Diverted - If you can't seem to work on one particular task for a long period of time before moving on to something else. This will leave you with any incomplete tasks or projects.

3. Frequent Interruptions - If you are constantly checking email, or making unnecessary phone calls, these are interruptions that will cost you precious time.

4. Lacking Clarity - Do you really know what needs to be done and how it needs to be done?