explanation: Life is all about timing...being in the right place at the right time. Getting the right connections, at the right time, in the right place and THEN TAKING ACTION is what this is all about.
How do you position yourself for success? You place yourself in a target-rich environment. In business that means getting yourself in an environment where either (a) you are with influential people, (b) you are amongst people who are likely to buy what you are offering, or (c) both. And you do this all the time. In officiating, if you want to move up a level, it's working with (a) people who are of influence and work in a league you aspire to work in (we will call these people, "Sneezers", because when they sneeze, things spread), (b) officiating in a league, association, or district that has "sneezers", and (c) being professional and polished on and off the ice at all times.
2. There is no substitution for Good Mechanics
explanation: Ever tried to pick someone up for a date? Mechanics are everything (btw, the best line that has EVER worked for me was...I would go up to a gal in the bar and ask her, "Buy me a drink?" Worked like a charm. Don't believe it, contact me and I will give you the finer points on why this works. I will also give you a 100% full proof way to pick ANYBODY up at a bar. Be careful, though, because this is very powerful and manipulative kind of stuff.
I digress...When it comes to being a great friend, spouse, partner, referee, or businessman there are tried and true mechanics involved. Ignore them at your own risk, because they are tried and true for a reason (Need tried and true refereeing mentorship? Go to ultimateofficials.com and check out "Personal Assessment").
3. Appearance is important
explanation: This really helps in the dating area...it helps in every area. What are you portraying? And, please don't try to look like someone else if it doesn't fit your personality. For me, I want to be sharp in appearance on the ice at all times. Players, coaches will determine how much they can get away with by just looking at you, so look the part.
4. Balance between work and family is paramount.
explanation: (1) Why in the heck do so many guys struggle with this? The answer is easy = give her all of your referee checks. (2) Why do so many wives suck the life out of referees? This is a MUCHO SERIOUS topic. You want to change this? Permanently? Go to ultimateofficials.com and contact us. We will be more than happy to work with you and your wife (or spouse/partner/committed relationship person) to create the greatest balance that you could ever imagine. You'll have greater communication, more sex, better relationships with your kids, and you will be allowed to ref to your heart's desire. MUCHO SERIOUS!
5. A smile can always disarm people.
explanation: Self-explanatory
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