Tip#478: Great Teamwork Movies Part 2 – Red Cliff

I have been working on a highly enjoyable book project that is helping focus my direction as a motivational speaker AND has become another social media success story. Back on June 14, 2011 I posted a simple request for recommendations of movies that show great leadership via 3 channels: Facebook, LinkedIn and direct emails from my database. The results have been incredible.

Using social media has been an amazing team spirit experience. To date I have received over 200 movie recommendations from several LinkedIn group discussions with members from around the world! One of these film write-ups came from Kaushal C, an Independent Music Professional in the Bengaluru Area, India, Somehow his description of a movie called Red Cliff inspired me to quickly see the stunning movie trailer and then purchase the 2-disc Edition DVD right away! See: movie trailer

Red Cliff 2008

The 2 part movie called Red Cliff is a Chinese epic war film based on the Battle of Red Cliffs (208-209 AD). It demonstrates great leadership and teamwork among a number of outstanding leaders forming an alliance against a common enemy. Among these many leaders is Grand Viceroy Zhou Yu (Tony Leung), his sister Sun Shangxiang (Zhao Wei) and Chief advisor Zhuge Liang (Takeshi Kaneshiro).

This John Woo directed film shows a number of stunning battle sequences that demonstrate the creativity and strategic thinking of diverse leaders working together. The teamwork is a success because they each share their own unique skill sets and wisdom with every battle they face. And while the violence is extreme the movie successfully shows the beauty and richness of the people and land they are all fighting to maintain and preserve.

If I hadn't utilized the power of LinkedIn and social media I may not have discovered this rich, inspiring movie as well as collect a vast number of movie recommendations. And now I get to share my discovery of a new film showing great leadership and teamwork with you via this blog. Social media once again demonstrates the amazing power of teamwork via online.

What movies have you seen that show great teamwork?

What films do you think demonstrate great teamwork and team spirit? Please share your thoughts in the comment section below OR click on the blog title above and scroll to bottom.

More Teamwork Movie Tips:
Tip#399: Find Your Dream Team – Micmacs

Tip#477: Great Teamwork Movies Part 1 – X-Men: First Class – Kung Fu Panda 2

Tip#478: Great Teamwork Movies Part 2 – Red Cliff

Tip#540: Great Teamwork Movies Part 3 – The Avengers

Tip#780: Great Teamwork Movies Part 4 - Hercules

Tip#843: Great Teamwork Movies, Part 5 - Galaxy Quest

Tip#849: Great Teamwork Movies, Part 6 - Invictus
Tip#851: Great Teamwork Movies, Part 7 – Avengers: Age of Ultron
Tip#954: Great Teamwork Movies, Part 8 - Captain America: Civil War
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Use The Magic of Movies to Motivate
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© Emmanuel Lopez 2011

Tip#477: Great Teamwork Movies Part 1 – X-Men: First Class – Kung Fu Panda 2

Seeing Captain America was very exciting (see tip#476) because of the sneak preview after the end credits. What you see is a glimpse of The Avengers movie that combines several Marvel superheroes into a super team. The films Iron Man, The Hulk, Thor and Captain America were all strategically produced to lead into a big movie team up in 2012! Joining this team will be Black Widow and Hawkeye.

There are so many movies that demonstrate great teamwork and I'd like to share some titles that are more superhero and animation based…

X-Men: First Class 2011

The prequel, X-Men: First Class takes us to the early 60's and shows us how Professor Charles Xavier (James McAvoy) first formed his school for gifted youngsters (mutants). You see how he trains each of them on how to control their unique powers like sonic screaming (Banshee) and magnetism (Magneto). Though most are young and inexperienced they quickly learn to work together in their first battle with evil mutants. See movie trailer

Kung Fu Panda 2 2011

In this animated sequel, Kung Fu Panda 2 finds Po (Jack Black) and the Furious Five battling a new enemy Shen (Dustin Hoffman) who has a deadly weapon that destroys Kung Fu. From the moment this group springs into battle you see how clearly they work as a team. Many times Po will leap into the air (like off a cliff) to save someone because he knows and trusts there is always a team member to help him from falling. And Po is there for his teammates as well like Tigress (Angelina Jolie). Every battle is successful because they work as a team, as one. See movie trailer

I grew up loving the X-Men comics which always highlighted the importance of teamwork and support of one another to achieve a goal. I'd like to think that movies like this and Kung Fu Panda are inspiring people of all ages of how essential it is to foster team spirit and of working together. It's a great lesson to take away from the magic of movies!

What movies have you seen that show great teamwork?

What films do you think demonstrate great teamwork and team spirit? Please share your thoughts in the comment section below OR click on the blog title above and scroll to bottom.

More Teamwork Movie Tips:
Tip#399: Find Your Dream Team – Micmacs

Tip#477: Great Teamwork Movies Part 1 – X-Men: First Class – Kung Fu Panda 2

Tip#478: Great Teamwork Movies Part 2 – Red Cliff

Tip#540: Great Teamwork Movies Part 3 – The Avengers

Tip#780: Great Teamwork Movies Part 4 - Hercules

Tip#843: Great Teamwork Movies, Part 5 - Galaxy Quest

Tip#849: Great Teamwork Movies, Part 6 - Invictus
Tip#851: Great Teamwork Movies, Part 7 – Avengers: Age of Ultron
Tip#954: Great Teamwork Movies, Part 8 - Captain America: Civil War
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© Emmanuel Lopez 2011

Tip#476: Do You Know Who You Are? - Captain America: The First Avenger - 5 Movie Tips

Toronto experienced an extreme heat wave this week and to find relief from the oven-like weather I enjoyed the cool comfort of movie theatres. I went to see 5 movies that amazingly had a similar theme that spoke to me on a deeper level. They were asking me if I knew who I really was.

Conan O'Brien Can't Stop (2011)

This documentary is about how late-night talk show host Conan O'Brien dealt with his shocking dismissal from his NBC show. This situation helped remind him of what he loved most which was being in front of an audience.

The King's Speech (2010)

This best Oscar film was showing free at a local library and reminded me that both King George VI (Colin Firth) and his speech therapist Lionel Logue (Geoffrey Rush) were strong, commanding leaders. They were inspiring me to bring out the leader in me.

Zookeeper (2011)

Despite mixed reviews, I was drawn to this family film about how zookeeper Griffin Keyes (Kevin James) is helped to become a strong-willed, assertive man by talking animals at his zoo. For example Joe the Lion (Sylvester Stallone) helped Griffin bring out his inner lion.

Kung Fu Panda 2 (2011)

I was drawn to see this a 2nd time and always amazed at the powerful motivational messages in this animated wonder. Po (Jack Black) is compelled to discover who he is and where he came from. Along the way he learns about inner peace and that unhappy beginnings do not make you who you are, it is the rest of your story and who you CHOOSE to be right now.

Captain America: The First Avenger (2011)

The movie Captain America: The First Avenger is based on the Marvel Comics character about a sickly man from Brooklyn who is transformed into a super soldier during World War II. Despite his scrawny appearance, Steve Rogers (Chris Evans) knew he was brave, persistent, caring of others AND stood his ground with bullies.

These leadership qualities were simply magnified with an experimental formula along with a powerful physical upgrade making Rogers super strong and super fast. And even though Rogers wears his famous red, white and blue costume and slings his indestructible shield at villains you are always reminded of that simple good-hearted man inside the masked superhero.

Movie Heroes Are Mirrors

Was this movie hero a mirror for me? Big time! I grew up a scrawny kid who loved superhero comic books and just wanted to make people smile. I was able to do this and turned it into a career with my artwork and illustrations (see here) AND now I inspire people with my motivational stories. I even gave myself a superhero name!

And since I saw J.K. Rowling's inspiring Harvard speech (see tip#475) I've been intent on focusing my identity and career path. These 5 movies helped reinforce the need to do what excites me the most about my life and work AND help others to feel good. I'm progressing well and happy I have my movie heroes to help me move forward with confidence!

What movie heroes do you resonate with?

What movie heroes speak to you on some level? Please share your thoughts in the comment section below OR click on the blog title above and scroll to bottom.

Related Tips:
Tip#363: Discover Your Life Purpose – Accepted
Tip#1009: Discover Your Life Purpose, Part 2 - Moana
Tip#277: Unearthing Your Passion & Purpose - Get Shorty
Tip#476: Do You Know Who You Are? - Captain America: The First Avenger - 5 Movie Tips

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Tip#475: The Benefits of Failure – J.K. Rowling – 4 Movie Tips

As mentioned in previous post tip#474 I was deeply moved by seeing Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2. Afterwards I was compelled to see a video online of J. K. Rowling's speech she gave Harvard University Commencement in June 2008. Though I had seen this before my soul needed to hear her powerful, uplifting messages.

Rowling spoke of how her extreme adversities of being a single parent, broke and nearly homeless helped strip away the inessential. Failure helped direct her to finish the only work that mattered to her which was the first Harry Potter book. I was very emotional hearing her say this and felt she was speaking directly to me about my similar life challenges and the motivational books I've been writing.

"And so rock bottom became the solid foundation
on which I rebuilt my life."
J.K. Rowling

• See clip of this segment of J. K. Rowling's speech: click here
• See full Harvard Commencement Speech: click here
• See transcript of speech: click here

There are many movies based on real-life heroes who overcome failures to achieve personal and professional successes. Here are 4 of my favourites:

Cinderella Man 2005
Boxer, James Braddock (Russell Crowe) survives near homelessness and raising a family during many years of the great depression with an injured hand.

Eat Pray Love 2010
Elizabeth Gilbert (Julie Roberts) survives a divorce, losing her money and home and goes on a trip around the world to re-ignite her passion, purpose and spirit.

The Pursuit of Happyness 2006
Chris Gardner (Will Smith) survives homelessness while raising a young boy on the streets at night while at the same time goes to train as a stock broker by day.

Rudy 1993
Rudy Ruettiger (Sean Astin) survived the lack of family support and years of failing to graduate in order to enter the University of Notre Dame to follow a life-long dream of playing football there.

Do you have a real-life hero who has overcome failure?

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© Emmanuel Lopez 2011

Tip#474: Growing Into A Leadership Role - Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2

I just saw the final Harry Potter movie and I was extremely thrilled, entertained and deeply moved. So many thoughts and feelings have surfaced. The first film came out in 2001 and it reminded me that so many highs and lows have occurred since (see tip#400). I feel the 8 films and Harry Potter's challenges AND growth from boy to man to leader mirrored my own growth and learning. And ultimately this final chapter forever cements the enduring power of friendship and love.

Norm Wilner, film critic of Now magazine has a review that also mirrored my thoughts about the movie so please check it out: click here

Lisa Schwarzbaum, film critic of Entertainment Weekly also has a review that expresses my feelings of this film chapter: click here

Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2 2011

The movie Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows - Part 2 is the epic eighth and final installment in the Harry Potter film series. The story continues Harry's (Daniel Radcliffe) quest to defeat his arch-nemesis Lord Voldemort (Ralph Fiennes). Despite the immense adversities and the painful losses Harry faces he has physically and mentally grown into a full-fledged leader.

Witnessing Harry transform into a strong, resilient and compassionate leader was inspiring. There are powerful scenes where he displays great courage and will. There are many times he is quick and resourceful in finding which direction to move forward on. And there are scenes where he inspires outstanding loyalty when others are willing to risk their lives to stand by him.

And despite being head strong Harry is still open enough to stop what he is doing when a friend insists they listen to their insights and direction. All in all you will recognize growth in many of the characters of this final film chapter. Let whoever you connect with onscreen inspire you deep inside to recognize your own strengths and potential. Let them show you how to become the leader in your own life.

What have you learned from Harry Potter?

Have you learned anything from the Harry Potter series that’s inspired your leadership, teamwork, friendships or life lessons? Please share your thoughts in the comment section below OR click on the blog title above and scroll to bottom.

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© Emmanuel Lopez 2011

Tip#473: How To Feel Good When You Feel Horrible - Horrible Bosses

Since my previous blog post I counted the birthday wishes I received on my Facebook wall and was stunned to discover over 225 messages! It simply made me feel so good to receive so many positive acknowledgements. I appreciated the kind gestures so much that I thanked each and every Facebook friend personally!

Doesn't it feel good when someone wishes you a happy birthday or to be acknowledged for what you say or do in a positive way? On the flipside being treated negatively feels horrible. I've been bullied in school and had unpleasant professional relationships as well as dealing with abusive people in general. So sometimes a movie that lives out dark fantasies of retribution can be a release and satisfying way to feel good again!

Horrible Bosses 2011

The dark comedy Horrible Bosses is about 3 friends who hate their bosses so much they conspire to help one another kill them off. Nick (Jason Bateman), Dale (Charlie Day) and Kurt (Jason Sudeikis) all have extremely abusive bosses which generates much of the raunchy humour in the film. And there is a lot! FYI!

It's hilarious seeing what each of these friends must endure to earn a paycheck. Kurt's boss is cocaine-addicted Bobby played by Colin Farrell (wearing a balding hairpiece!) While Dale must endure over the top sexual abuse from his boss Dr. Julia Harris played by an extremely naughty Jennifer Aniston.

In the end it was fun to see these friends try to support one another and receive some satisfying retribution. No one deserves to be treated badly. And sometimes a dark comedy such as this can lift you up if you are dealing with abusive relationships. Treat yourself and have a good, re-energizing laugh! You will feel good again!

Do you have solutions for dealing with a horrible boss?

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© Emmanuel Lopez 2011

Tip#472: Welcome Good People Around You - Scott Pilgrim vs. The World

Today is my birthday and I awoke this morning to find my Facebook wall covered with birthday wishes from friends and contacts from around the world! What a fantastic feeling to receive all this positive energy! I welcomed it wholeheartedly! See Facebook: Click here

And these well wishes came at a good time, so far this summer has been an emotional rollercoaster. There have been lots of highs and lows. I've been meeting some amazing new friends and business connections. And yet I've been feeling overwhelmed with numerous paths my speaking career can move on. My optimistic mindset is telling me I am learning to manage this overflow of opportunities!

One of the ways I moved through one heavy day recently was going to an outdoor screening of Scott Pilgrim vs. The World at the Free Flicks series at Toronto's Harbourfront Centre. The weather was gorgeous and the air was electric being right by the glistening harbour. The theatre was filled with enthusiastic fans and when the sun set and the movie started there was nonstop, exuberant laughter. I laughed along with everyone and celebrated seeing my hometown of Toronto in the film. I felt my soul re-energizing with all these wonderful people!

Scott Pilgrim vs. the World 2010

The movie Scott Pilgrim vs. the World 2010 is based on a graphic novel series about Scott Pilgrim (Michael Cera) and his life in Toronto as a musician and his quest to defeat the 7 evil exes of the girl he loves named Ramona (Mary Elizabeth Winstead). This is a very surreal, smart and sassy film that will take you on a non-stop ride.

See Toronto locations used in the movie: Click here
See amazing, cool 3D-like poster: Click here

The energy of the film AND the crowd I was with seemed to re-activate my inner superhero! Pilgrim is a character that inspires me to have fun, be silly and mostly to always be MYSELF. So it doesn't matter that this summer is an emotional rollercoaster. What matters is that I can re-energize my positivity with my passion for films AND with good people I surround myself with.

If you are on an emotional rollercoaster remember to stay energized with things you love to do. And make sure you've surrounded yourself with good people. Whether it's online like Facebook or in a crowd of like-minded people you will feel RE-ENERGIZED!

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© Emmanuel Lopez 2011

Tip#471: Escape for Awhile – Transformers: Dark Side of the Moon

I just spent 3 gloriously hot summer days up at a friend's cottage on the Canada Day long weekend. Swimming in the northern lake energized me as much as soaking up the sizzling sunshine. The air was so crisp! And I love the taste of toasted marshmallows all golden brown and bubbly! Read more about cottage bliss: Tip#367 and Tip#181

I needed to escape for awhile to clear my thoughts and heaviness I'd been feeling. I've been overwhelmed with personal challenges the week leading up to my cottage vacation and knew I had to get away. It always amazes me how many insights come when surrounded by a change of scenery. Sometimes a hot shower can do the trick or a long walk. For me seeing a good movie ALWAYS helps me to step back and see life from a fresh perspective.

Transformers: Dark Side of the Moon 2011

The movie Transformers: Dark Side of the Moon is the 3rd part of the Transformer series about Sam Witwicky (Shia LaBeouf) and his ongoing adventures saving the Earth. He is helped by his mechanical alien friends called Autobots. Based on the Hasbro toys of the 1980's, the Autobots can transform into specific vehicles like cars and trucks as they battle the evil Decepticons.

This film was one of those enjoyable blockbuster summer movies that simply helped me escape the stresses of my day. There were lots of exciting action and special effects, an engaging story and many funny moments and characters. For over two hours I was taken away to another time and space and came out of the theatre feeling refreshed. Just like a few days at a cottage I felt re-energized and revitalized!

What do you do to escape life for awhile?

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Tip#470: Be Open To New Friendships – Cedar Rapids

I continue to be amazed at how utilizing my Facebook wall helps me find some fast answers. For example I was looking for print shops in downtown Toronto that do high quality laser prints and posted a simple inquiry on my Facebook wall. Within an hour I received 2 recommendations from Facebook friends.

New, unexpected friendships have been coming into my life recently and I feel so lucky and blessed. Rebuilding my life and business since my financial collapse last year (see tip#400) has been made so much easier with the help and support of old friends as well as the new. They've come via email introductions and social media like Facebook or from the professional development workshops and seminars I've been attending. I've just stayed as open as I could to whoever entered my life.

Cedar Rapids 2011

The movie Cedar Rapids is about a naïve, idealistic insurance agent Tim Lippe (Ed Helms) sent to represent his company at a conference in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This is a whole new experience for Lippe and has never even flown on a plane before. He meets extroverted individuals like Dean Ziegler (John C. Reilly) who seem untrustworthy at first but soon learns they are all reliable and supportive new friends.

Lippe finds himself in many predicaments during the conference but no matter how dire and hopeless everything seems his newfound friends are quick to support and help him. Whenever his victim mindset kicks in they are there to listen to his problems and offer solutions. By the end they help him unleash his leadership mindset and Lippe takes charge of his life and career.

This movie reminded me of the importance of giving people a chance to show their integrity and true selves. Only time will show whether they are fair-weather friends, "frenemies" or true friends.

Have you experienced all kinds of friendships?

Have you encountered fair-weather friends, "frenemies" and true friends? Please share your thoughts in the comment section below OR click on the blog title above and scroll to bottom.

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© Emmanuel Lopez 2011

Tip#469: See How Passion Becomes Magnetic, Part 2 - Big (Extended Edition)

It's been really fun connecting with people via Facebook who were in the G20 Reunion photo shoot with me that appeared on the cover of The Toronto Star. Despite us being corralled by riot police a year ago it was fun meeting these people in person. We were bonded by a common experience. See photos: Click here

And for 2 weeks, I've been receiving numerous movie recommendations that show GREAT LEADERSHIP via my Facebook and LinkedIn groups (see tip#466). Everyday someone new across North America and across the world sends me a movie choice since I posted my request. I feel a surge of excitement for this social media exercise because it just stems from my passion for movies. Sharing my love for films is connecting me with like-minded people around this planet!

Big (Extended Edition) 1988

The movie Big has been released with over 20 minutes of extra footage. If you are a fan I highly recommend seeing! The film is about a 13 year old boy named Josh (David Moscow) who makes a wish that he was big and then ages to 30 overnight (Tom Hanks). While waiting for the solution to turn him back to normal Josh takes a data entry job at a toy company. His position there changes when Josh discovers the FAO Schwarz toy store.

Despite looking like an adult, Josh is still 13 years old and follows his passion and plays exuberantly in the toy store. The owner of the toy company he works at, Mr. MacMillan (Robert Loggia), finds him there and is immediately interested in what he thinks of all the toys. They come across a giant electronic keyboard on the floor and Mr. MacMillan is taken by Josh's childlike enthusiasm when he starts to play "Heart and Soul". They play the tune together and then "Chopsticks" in this now famous scene. See on Youtube: Click here

All Josh was doing was being his authentic self and expressing his passion for play. Mr. MacMillan immediately promotes Josh to Vice President in charge of Product Development. It's a dream job come true! He gets to test toys all day long and get paid for it. Let this inspire you that passion has a powerful way to connect you with like-minded people AND achieve your career goals. Expressing your passion is like a magnet that attracts others to your positivity, enthusiasm and natural skill sets!

What passions did you have as a child that you still do today?

Are you still doing what you love as a child today? Is your current job incorporating something love to do? Are you still indulging in a hobby, sport or pastime you loved growing up? Please share your thoughts in the comment section below OR click on the blog title above and scroll to bottom.

See How Passion Becomes Magnetic, Part 1: Click here

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© Emmanuel Lopez 2011

Tip#468: Animate Your Optimism - Disney’s Tangled

I've had an exciting week being featured in the media! I was in a group photo on the cover of The Toronto Star, Saturday June 25th with other people caught in the G20 riot police kettling that happened a year ago (see tip#369). I was also interviewed on CIUT FM's Career Buzz Show by hosts Louisa and Tim Jewell. We discussed new research from a book called The Optimism Bias by Tali Sharot that proves we are all hardwired for optimism.

I've always believed I was hardwired for optimism. Some people are surprised that I didn't feel any fear with my G20 riot police experience. It was because I was able to remain resilient and positive. I knew everything was going to be okay. I had also spent years increasing my indestructible optimism! On the radio show I said that building this positive mindset was about feeding your mind with positive words and images AND movies to help you visualize positive realities you desired. Repetition was key.

Tangled 2010

The movie Tangled is Disney's 50th animated feature and first to fully use computer generated images. It is based on the classic fairy tale Rapunzel with Mandy Moore voicing the lead character. Rapunzel has been kept imprisoned in a tower all her life and dreams of leaving to discover the meaning of lights in the sky that always appear on her birthday. She maintains her optimism to achieve this dream despite people trying to hold her back.

The movie is also a musical that is classic Disney with songs that are full of life, positivity and joy. Watching films like this over and over again is what helps increase your positive emotional energy. And this positive energy is what can train your mind to behave with optimism when faced with adversities.

Disney's actual mission statement is simple: "To make people happy". Having an optimistic mindset is about practicing feeling positive and having a happy frame of mind even when your current situation is otherwise. So feed your mind daily with positive words, images and movies that lift you up!

What is your favourite Disney animated feature?

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Tip#467: Is This The Meaning of Life? - The Tree of Life

I just saw the film The Tree of Life that won the top prize recently at Cannes Film Festival. It also drew prolonged boos when it opened up the festival which told me I had to see it for myself! Hours later I am still doing my best to absorb what I saw. It was definitely a massive unexpected journey and dreamlike experience.

I had mixed feeling blogging about the film like I did with Green Lantern (see tip#466). And yet it took me back in time to my own childhood in a deeper way than the Super 8 film (see #465). It made me think so much about the happy magical moments of being a kid alone or with friends, loving moments with my Mom or Dad as well as unpleasant times being disciplined. It really made me remember my life with my family. And yet the movie was so much more.

The Tree of Life 2011

The movie The Tree of Life chronicles the origins and meaning of life through the eyes of a 1950's Texas family (Brad Pitt and Jessica Chastain). It is a long, surreal dreamlike movie with short passages of poetic dialogue. You'll be taken through the stunning visuals of time and space as well as the birth and upbringing of this family's 3 boys.

This is a very meditative, abstract movie and it will be sure to move you deep inside if you surrender to the experience. Even the movie posters had some of the most intriguing images I've ever seen. It is getting rave reviews and yet with all reviews you just have to go and experience a movie for yourself. After all the meaning of life is something you have to discover for yourself.

What movies help you ponder the meaning of life?

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Tip#466: Visualize What You Want In Your Mind - Green Lantern

I continue to be extremely focused and productive to take my motivational career to the next level. And it's all because I am able to clearly visualize what I want to achieve. As mentioned in previous blog post #465 it is because of T. Harv Eker's Millionaire Mind Intensive workshop I attended just over a week ago. For 3 long days there was an abundance of success stories, business strategies and income generating methods presented that gave my mind exciting goals and targets to aim for.

One of those visions was to create a downloadable book (eBook) collecting movie recommendations that show GREAT LEADERSHIP from professionals around the world. Within hours of posting this request on my Facebook wall I received movie tips from Toronto film critic Richard Crouse and the real Homer Hickam from the film October Sky starring Jake Gyllenhaal. What I pictured in my mind was this downloadable book was exciting and helping people worldwide who need motivation AND also help contributors get their name visible and viral through the eBook.

"Anything I see in my mind I can create."
Green Lantern

Green Lantern 2011

The movie Green Lantern is based on the DC Comic about a test pilot named Hal Jordan (Ryan Reynolds) who is given a powerful ring to then join an intergalactic group of peacekeepers. The ring allows Jordan to create anything he can see in his mind like create a giant fist for fighting, brick walls to protect himself and anything else he can think of. He is only limited by his imagination.

This concept has always excited me because I am a visual problem solver and visualizing positive results and desires is what helped me overcome challenges such as losing my home (see tip#400) and facing G20 riot police (see tip#369) last year. It's what all motivational speakers like Tony Robbins, Bob Proctor and Napoleon Hill have been saying for years that thought and visualizing is how manifesting dreams and goals begin.

This movie is receiving a thrashing from film critics and I agree with most of them I'm sad to say. However the positive review by Ain't It Cool.com founder Harry Knowles captures the same spirit of why I'm focusing on featuring it on my blog. Read: Click here

Despite the movie having a flawed script and uneven flow I believe this superhero movie has important and powerful messages for achieving your desires. Green Lantern's power is the perfect mirror for you to find ways to visualize what you want so you have a target and primary objective to aim for.

What movies help you visualize GREAT LEADERSHIP?

What films have you seen that show great leadership? What movie heroes help you picture the kind of leadership skills you'd love to have? Please share your thoughts in the comment section below OR click on the blog title above and scroll to bottom.

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Tip#465: The Power of a Timeless Summer - Millionaire Mind Intensive – Super 8

The richness of the sunshine, bright blue skies and juicy green trees outside my window truly reflects how energized, focused and enthusiastic I am about accelerating forward with my dreams and goals! And it's thanks to the recent 3 day Millionaire Mind Intensive workshop I attended. My mind feels clear because part of the exercises was going back to our childhoods to identify and transform any situations that caused current blocks for receiving wealth, success and happiness into our lives.

What I unearthed were only happy memories. Growing up I LOVED making model airplanes, spaceships and Hollywood monsters that glowed in the dark like the Hunchback of Notre Dame. In my teens I LOVED listening to E.L.O. and LOVED making super 8 films with my siblings and friends. And I was deeply inspired by Steven Spielberg movies like E.T. and Close Encounters of the Third Kind.

This is why I feel that the new movie Super 8 was made specifically for me because all of these happy memories growing up are ALL in this amazing film. It felt so nostalgic that you can taste the juiciness of a timeless summer in the late 70's. And it is extremely synchronistic that I see this right after attending the Millionaire Mind Intensive. It was a real gift.

Super 8 2011

The movie Super 8 is about a group of young teens who witness and film a train derailment and later experience strange, unearthly events. The whole feeling of the movie celebrates the innocence, thrills, imagination and awe-inspiring films of Steven Spielberg's early works. With J.J. Abrams directing, Spielberg produced a powerful AND empowering cinematic experience especially for those who had happy memories growing up in the late 70's.

This movie touched me deeply because it had so many elements of my childhood and teen years. Ultimately there was a message it gave me about letting go of my past even though they were happy memories. I now know I need room to create more happy memories like the success and wealth wanting to come to me!

What happy memories do you have growing up?

What favourite music instantly transports you back to your childhood or teen years? What favourite movies remind you of happy times as a child? Please share your thoughts in the comment section below OR click on the blog title above and scroll to bottom.

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Tip#464: Become A People Magnet – Crocodile Dundee

I've just completed a busy week where I attended T. Harv Eker's Millionaire Mind Intensive for 2nd time and co-facilitated a people skills workshop called Become A People Magnet with the great Tammy Cunningham. At both events I met some amazing individuals I know will become good friends and great business contacts.

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Making meaningful connections was what the Become A People Magnet workshop was all about. We even had 3 delicious kinds of chocolate dipped strawberries to help people bond (thanks Tammy)! Also Tammy and I are both energetic and playful when we are in social situations and we simply shared our keys to magnetizing meaningful conversations and connections. Keys included:

• Identify and share your passions with others
• You have 2 ears and 1 mouth so listen twice as much as you talk
• Acknowledge others
• Make someone's day through meaningful compliments
• Be aware of your body language and those of others

Crocodile Dundee 1986

The movie Crocodile Dundee is about a crocodile hunter named Michael "Crocodile" Dundee (Paul Hogan) who travels for the first time from the Australian outback to New York City. Dundee brings with him his small town warmth and neighborly charm. Wherever he went he always made instant friends. People wanted to be around him and were quick to support his needs.

Dundee had a magnetic personality because he was always authentic and true to himself. He gave compliments. He listened and acknowledged what people were saying and doing. He was aware of other people's body language. Even during rush hour on the sidewalks of Manhattan he did his best to say a friendly hello to every single person he was passing!

Dundee is a great cinematic role model to inspire you to hone your own people skills and cultivate meaningful relationships into your life. Magnetizing what you want starts with you. As Ghandi said, "Be the change you want to see in the world."

Who do you feel has a magnetic personality?

Do you have a favourite movie star, musician, motivational speaker or politician you feel has a magnetic personality? Please share your thoughts in the comment section below OR click on the blog title above and scroll to bottom.

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Tip#463: Be Resilient and Positive - G20 Toronto - King Arthur

I recently gave a 2nd interview to Citytv News reporter Francis D'Souza about my G20 riot police experience. It made me ponder once again what the higher purpose was of that unpleasant experience that took place almost a year ago. The answer finally came when the reporter asked "Did this experience change your life in any way?"

I answered "It showed me I can be resilient and I can maintain my positivity in the face of what I feel were these big, huge bullies." When I saw myself say this I felt a light bulb go over my head and knew I could teach others how to be resilient and positive when facing their own adversities. I was excited! I could give lectures and show the video of myself facing the G20 riot police and inspire individuals to find their inner strengths.

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King Arthur 2004

The movie King Arthur is meant to be a historically accurate version of the Arthurian legends based on new archaeological findings. It depicts Arthur (Clive Owen) as a Roman officer rather than a medieval knight. Here Arthur demonstrates his resilience, positivity and other great leadership qualities when faced with enormous challenges.

Arthur also shows much faith and an inner strength of courage whenever he and his fellow knights faced overwhelming odds. In one scene he stands defiant in front of a massive army of Saxons even though he was alone. I've said before that my superhero power is indestructible optimism and in this movie Arthur demonstrates this power very well. It's an inner power that anyone, including you, can learn to grow within yourself.

What inner strength would you like to unleash?

What inner strength would you like to increase? Resilience? Positivity? Faith? Courage? Indestructible Optimism? Please share your thoughts in the comment section below OR click on the blog title above and scroll to bottom.

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