by Ronald Reeker

The age of technology has changed the way people communicate today. It seems like everyone has smart phones, I pads, and other devices that they use in order to communicate with each other.

ARE THESE THE MOST EFFECTIVE WAYS TO COMMUNICATE AND DEVELOP REAL RELATIONSHIPS WITH PEOPLE?

While these methods might be the quick and easy answer to communicate, they might not be the best way in order to really made connections with people and develop true partnerships.

People will tell you that they are to busy or do not have the time to meet one on one with the people they know, and that the electronic means is this best answer.

The real question is whether you are willing to take the time in order to develop a relationship with a person or business that will last a lifetime.

Time management is a tool everyone has to use, and you get to decide how you want to use this tool just like your electronic communication devices. Use it effectively and you will get better results, but use it as an excuse for not meeting people face to face, and the results will be less rewarding.

I believe that people are more important than mechanical devices, but our society has chosen to use these devices more and more as a substitute. 

There seems to be more and more companies developing systems for social media than finding ways for people really get to know each other better and develop true relationships.

This has resulted in a society that in many ways is farther apart than being closely connected.

Communication that is face to face and person to person has elements that electronic means will never have. 

For many people they say the answer is complicated, but the answer is really simple.

Choose to take the time to meet with that person face to face, and speak to each other and get to know them personally. Put away that cell phone when you are with them and turn if off. Respect their time and yours so you can communicate and know that person better.

The results will be more rewarding and your communication networking with be so much better than by electronic means.

AIRLINE RULES YOU NEED TO KNOW

by Ronald Reeker

Airlines try to hide these rules from passengers because they can cost them money.

The DOT (Dept of Transportation) has rules that the airlines must follow concerning dealing with customers and flight guidelines.

The next time you fly make sure you let the airlines know what the rules are and that they follow the guidelines.

IF YOUR ITINERARY CHANGES

THEY MUST PAY THE DIFFERENCE

Let's say your flight is delayed and you end up not flying with your original airline. If the airline arranges you fly on an alternate carrier, it must cover all of the expenses and extra fees the new airline might charge you.If there is only a first class seat available they must provide it to you at no charge.

DO NOT ACCEPT VOUCHER

YOU ARE ENTITLED TO CASH

Never accept vouchers if the airline wants to give you one. If you are bumped from a flight because it is overbooked, the DOT has compensation rules up to $1300 in cash if the airline failes to rearrange plans within 2 hours of your flight. The airlines are also required to tell you that you can get a check on the spot. It is your flight delay rights.

(Some airlines have a hard time handing over a check on the spot.State in your complaint that you are willing to accept vouchers for future services or frequenty-flyer miles)

EVEN WITH NEW FLIGHT ARRANGEMENTS

YOU GET CASH

If your airline can get you to your destination between 1 or 2 hours of your scheduled arrival on a domestic flight, or 1 to 4 hours on an international flight, the airline still owes you compensation of 200 per cent of the one way fare to your destination up to $ 650.

YOU CAN CANCEL YOUR FLIGHT WITHIN 24 HOURS FOR NO CHARGE

For most airlines, you can cancel or change your ticket up to 7 days before your date of the flight and get a FULL REFUND.

You need to book directly with the airline's website and not thru a third party booking site, some sites like Expedia or Travelocity offer similar policies like the airlines. Southwest has more generous refund polices that let you change plans up to the time you take off. Check will the airlines for the specific policies they have concerning this.

NON REFUNDABLE TICKETS CAN BE REFUNDABLE UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS

When an airline is at fault it owes you money. If a flight is severely delayed, canceled, or if there is a schedule change in advance or a route change (like you booked a non stop flight and the airline changes it to a flight with connections),you can get a full refund even on a non-refundable ticket you purchased.

IF THE PLANE SITS FOR 3 HOURS OR LONGER ON THE TARMAC YOU HAVE A RIGHT TO GET OFF

The DOT says the airline can not keep you on a plane for more than 3 hours (domestic flight) or 4 hours (international flight) without allowing you to get off the plane. Note: the airline is obligated to get you food and water after 2 hours of delay while you are on the plane waiting.

AIRLINES OWE YOU MORE FOR DELAYED LUGGAGE

If you bag is delayed (not lost) the airlines will try to pay you $ 25  or $ 50 per day for each day it is delayed. The DOT says this is not enough to salvage an important trip like a wedding, ski trip, or other important business trip. Per the DOT can owe you up to $ 3300 in liability for a domestic trip, as long as you got receipts to prove the cost of the luggage.

So the next time you book a flight make sure you know the rules , and that you make sure the airlines give you what you deserve legally.

Note" The DOT adjust the compensation and rules for inflation every two years, or make sure you are updated on the laws currently in force.

The 10 Principles of Self-Made Billionaires

The 10 Principles of Self-Made Billionaires



if you want to be successful, you must be willing to do what others choose not to do.

GETTING WHAT YOU WANT IN LIFE

MAY REQUIRE

YOU TO LET THING HAPPEN NATURALLY

by Ronald Reeker

I believe in positive thinking, setting goals, and planning and taking action to achieve what you want out of life.

I think the law of attraction, living life to the fullest, and personal development are the some of the keys. 

I have always been very open to new ideas and concepts of knowledge and gaining wisdom over the years from experience.

I recently learned there might be something missing that played a more important role in additional to all of the others I thought were important in life.

Let me start to explain this concept with an image. It is important to visualize your future in your mind first, before it develops over time in your personal life.

1. First close you eyes.

2. See yourself standing in front of a door.

On the other side of that door is everything you ever wanted in life.It could be where you want to travel, a love relationship you want to develop, a new business, or anything you desire and wish could happen.

QUESTION

What now do you want to do?

I would definitely say I want to charge or break down that door so I can get all that I want in life now.

The lesson I learned is that everything behind that door is trying to get you, but you preventing it from happening.

The more you push to open the door, the door is pushing you or preventing you from opening it.

So what is the solution?

I learned that things happen for a reason, and my thinking was not in line with the universe.

I needed to "let go" and let the universe take its course. I realized that all that I wanted behind the door wants to give it to me too, that "letting go" actually allows time for all of these rewards behind the door to reveal themselves to me.

So my course is to continue to be positive, set goals and plan, and be active in my pursue of my dreams in life, but at the same time realize that the universe is always in control, and it will release these rewards when it is time for me to receive them.

I wish everyone would try this simple exercise over the course of your life.

Realize that pushing too hard can be less productive than just letting things happen naturally.

SPECIAL HOTEL TRAVEL SECRETS

These secrets all come from hotel employees who have worked in the industry.

Hotel reservations made thru online discount websites like Expedia, Priceline, Orbitz, and Travelocity are almost always slated for the worst rooms.These rooms are for the worst locations in the hotel, the rooms that the hotels feel are not favorable and most guests do not want. They are offered more by low price and not based on value and quality.  First the hotels receive their lowest profit from these reservations. It is always better to book thru travel agents to get the better rooms and prices from their contracted suppliers which give them better deals.

Note: Hotels prefer their loyalty members first and always give them the best rooms. Also hotels always overbook room at 110 % so they know that the hotel will be fully booked. They realize that about 10 % of the rooms will be canceled or no shows.
****GUESS WHO GET BUMPED FIRST *********
The people who booked thru the discounted online websites mentioned above.

SPECIAL NOTE

The HR dept at the Ritz Cariton has told every employee who works there that they have a SPECIAL ALLOWANCE OF $ 1500 to make sure the guests feel their stay is a memorable one. The employee can offer specials to customers free that normally they would not get. Marriott hotels are part of the same chain as Ritz Cariton but not sure if the same policy applies.

NOTE: Not many people know this,
 and it is a great reason for staying at this hotel.

by Ronald Reeker

Your Travel Coach

Being a rebel can be a positive change in your life. It can define who you are, where you are going, and how you will get there in your life.

First we must define what a rebel in.

A REBEL IS ONE WHO DECIDES TO BE DIFFERENT AND NOT NORMAL LIKE OTHERS

BUT IN A POSITIVE WAY

Do you think and see yourself differently than everyone else?

Do you want more out of life and do not see yourself as normal compared to others?

Are you willing to change your way of life to achieve what others only dream about?

Here some things that need to change in order for you to become a rebel and do things a little differently in order to achieve your true potential in life. These are some suggestions that might start you on the path of being a rebel, and doing what others

do not choose to do. Who wants to be normal anyway, I am sure you want to be awesome.

1. If you have a job you do not like, you need to choose something you love to do for a living. This will probably be the best positive thing you can do in your life. You do not have to work for someone else in order to do this either.

2. Get rid immediately the things that are causing you stress and drain your energy and life. Some of these might be telling yourself “ I do not have the time or money to do this”. Some others might be eliminating those meetings, parties, or other engagements that dominate all your time. Choose only one or two that you think are important, and just say “No” to the other ones. 

3. Rid yourself of family and friends that consistently are putting you down and saying negative things about you and your choices in life. While they think they may be helping you , they are actually denying you your full potential. 

4. Find new friends that are positive, motivate, and inspire you to achieve. Read books and attend lectures about people who want you to succeed. Adopt a mentor or life coach to assist you in the process if necessary.

5. Communicate effectively to say what you mean in as few words as possible, and mean what you say. This simple approach will let people know where you stand and not leave them guessing. 

6. Try to get of debt as soon as possible, so you can concentrate on what is important in your life. Try to live your life as simple as possible. This does not mean you should not try experiences like travel and adventure, because these are very important factors that will help you achieve becomes a rebel and living life to the fullest.

7. Do not let fear control your world. Fear of failure causes people to question, and leads people not fulfilling their destiny. 

8. Do not blame others for your decisions to do or not to do. Take 100 % responsibility or your actions or failure to action. Others are not what keeps you from succeeding in life you are. You be the force that drives you, and you will be the victor in the end.

9. Be honest with yourself of what you can and can not do. There are many opportunities for everyone out there in the world, and realize that no one can do everything. Take a close look at yourself, and find your strong points and concentrate on them. As you become stronger your negative points will seem less important. 

10. Get a calendar now and start to plan your life, and what you are going to do to achieve in your life. Set realistic goals with time frames for completion with the most important ones first. Then concentrate and focus on each one, and if you miss the completion date do not get discouraged, look at what you did wrong and learn from your mistakes. Learning and failure are all part of the process of success.

Now do know some of the steps in becoming a rebel in a positive way. Rebels who are a positive influence are always necessary in our society, because they show others what can be done , and act as mentors and set the example for other to follow.

Are you ready to become a REBEL WITH A POSITIVE CAUSE? The world is waiting for you to show us what you can and will do. The key words for you are THINKING, BELIEVING, CHANGING OLD HABITS, and ACTION. 

COMPUTERS HAVE THIS AND SO DO PEOPLE

                      by Ronald Reeker

                      Your Travel Coach

Have you heard the phrase “GARBAGE IN AND GARBAGE OUT” ?

I am sure most people have at one time or the other, but did you know that this phrase can apply to people as well as computers?

A computer is capable of producing what is programed into it, and the outcome or performance is determined by these elements.

People perform in the same way as computers are programed. 

Your brain is like a computer in a sense, it only produces actions as a result of the thoughts it receives.

If you only let negative thoughts enter your mind, the results will be  negative actions.

If you program your mind and your brain with positive thoughts, then positive actions and results will happen.

This is really the way your brain actually performs, and your body follows up accordingly.

Do you read books? Do you exercise regularly? Do you eat the right foods? Do you always say positive things about people and situations.

You see these things all are important to your mind and body.

They react to what is being put or programed .

So the next time think first about what you are going to do or what you are going to think, or what you are going to say.

Your brain and body are listening.

They both are being programed.

Your success or failure and future is be planned and determined.

Make sure it is a positive and not a negative one.