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Paper Covering every surface in your office; use these Quick Tips to Clear it up
Internet By BZ Riger-Hull, Certified Success Coach It was once said that computers were going to make a paper less society, I think that most people would argue that they have given us more paper in our offices. So it's important to keep that paper from mounting up and keep the lure of all that information from making us think we can read all of the paper that crosses our desk. We just can't,. . .
Get Angry And Then Get Results
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How To Use A Powerful Leadership Tool To Step Up Sales Results
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Leadership Like White-Water Canoeing
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Tips for Writing Articles
3 Tips when Writing Articles Do you love to write? Do you want to put those writing skills to good use? Perhaps you want to see your name published whether it be in a newspaper, magazine, e-zine or other forms of publication. Here's 3 tips to start off your New Year. 1.Brainstorm Once you've decided what your writing is going to be about, brainstorm. Think of a new angle for your article. For . . .
Einstein, The Universe, And Leadership
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Dealing with a bad book review
When you get a bad book review You've just been notified a review of your book has been posted. You're all excited and can't wait to see what has been written. You're clicking onto your book's page when...Oh no! They hated your book! This bad review is going to turn away customers from buying your book. Wait! This isn't the end of the world. Here's 3 tips to deal when you get a bad review. . . .
Dump Your Speeches For Leadership Talks
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The Leader's Fallacy' May Prove Howard Dean's Undoing.
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The 6 Characteristics of Highly Creative People
The 6 Characteristics of Highly Creative People By Michelle L. Casto Thomas Moore said, We are all poets and artists as we live our daily lives, whether or not we recognize our role and whether or not we believe it. Human beings have an innate need to create. Even you! There is a continuum of creativity, ranging from being slightly creative to highly creative. The good news is that you ca. . .
In Leadership, Good Enough Is Pretty Bad
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CEOs And Boards Are Locked In A Spiral Of Doom
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Author Publicity Kit Items
If you're a new author that has been requested to send publicist materials, you may feel left in the dark on what to send. Here's a list of the usual items. 1. Author Bio This is no place for modesty. You're competing with many other authors out there and need to show how your hot and worth it. Remember to include your accomplishments and give a little background information. Often readers want. . .
Book Poster Tips
Posters can be a great and inexpensive way to promote your book. But don't rush right out until you know the key items to include on your poster. The Title and Author's name Make sure to have a bigger font than the rest of your poster to bring attention to the title and author of the book. This may be the only aspect of the poster they remember. ISBN, Where to Purchase, Price, Pages and Cov. . .
Character: Is It Necessary In Leadership? (Part Two)
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How to Enjoy a Networking Event When You Dont
Networking theres no question it helps us get business its not what you know, but who you know but for some of us its not enjoyable and also something of a mystery. Theres plenty of advice out there, such as head for the center of the room, be sure and greet everyone, and watch your entrance and exit. But this is helpful only after you have some kind of foundation to work from. Im a. . .
Why Diets DON'T Work
One of the biggest scams ever successfully pulled on the American public is - somewhat appropriately - a 4-letter word. That word is, of course, Diet. By now you have seen advertisements for more diets than you can easily remember, and have also most likely seen an article or television show debunking some of those diets. Unfortunately, the art of shooting holes through the credibility of a die. . .
After Christmas Letdown?
You gotta pay the price, one of my clients is always telling me. Shes referring to what is a law of physics, and also the way things work what goes up must come down. The higher your Christmas, the more exciting, chaotic and tumultuous, the more likely youll be tumbling down just as far. Why? According to psychneuroimmunologist (big word meaning the effect of brain and emotions on heal. . .
How You Can Unite Meditation, Divine Essence And Personal Tenacity to Serve Y...
1. Meditation: Meditation is a sacred practice. Shamans, gurus, priests, medicine men and other wise beings have practiced meditation for over 5000 years. In the 20th century, Maharishi Mahesh Yogi popularized one form of meditation he named Transcendental Meditation, (TM). This is a simple form of mantra meditation, easy to learn and to do. We meditate by sitting quietly, eye. . .
What Prevents Alzheimer's?
The answer is still "we don't know," but we're getting closer. Alzheimer's is not normal in the course of aging, and it's more than "a decline in memory." People suffering from Alzheimer's, through progressive destruction of brain cells, lose the ability to think, reason, learn and communicate, and also undergo personality changes. For the ten warning signs of Alzheimer's go here: http://www. . .
The 20/60/20 Rule Of Leadership. Don't Go Solving The Wrong Problems
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Leading Bad Actors To Be Good Performers
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San Antonio: The Perfect Family Vacation
Its the home of the Alamo and so much more. One of the most interesting things to know is that The Alamo is smack in the middle of downtown San Antonio. Talk about centrally located! I dont know about you, but when I take kids on a vacation I want a little bit of everything fun, thrills, culture, good food, a learning experience. San Antonio has it all. THE ALAMO Sam Houston, Davy Croc. . .
Whats Your Aging in America IQ? Take the Quiz.
Curious how long you may live? Use the Life Expectancy Calculator: http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/interactivearea/living_100.shtml . (Be prepared to know your weight in stones!) Now here's your quiz: TRUE or FALSE 1. Older adults have more mental health problems than younger adults. FALSE. Overall prevalence of mental disorder in older adults is less than in any other age group, and general. . .
Volunteer and Take Your Dog with You
The secret of not-for-profit agencies is that there is great benefit to the benefactor. It should not be a secret. Youve probably learned that the key to a miserable life is to focus on yourself alone. For the doldrums, for the blahs, a lack of purpose or refinding the breadcrumb trail, try volunteering. As a fundraiser, I learned firsthand it isnt just buzz that it changes peoples li. . .
The Defining Moment: The Straw That Stirs The Drink Of Motivational Leadershi...
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The Defining Moment: The Straw That Stirs The Drink Of Motivational Leadershi...
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10 Simple ways to Clear Clutter from your Home and Office
Internet By BZ Riger-Hull, Certified Success Coach 1. Hold the intention that the only three things aloud on your writing desk is a lamp, a small vase for flowers, and a photograph or two. That's it! When you get up from your desk put everything else away except those three things. 2. Sort your mail as soon as it comes in, then recycle, throw out, file, or respond. No piles and no promise to . . .
5 Simple Tips on Using Your Senses
All sensuality is one, though it takes many forms; It is the same whether a man eat, or drink, or cohabit, or sleep sensually. They are but one appetite. --Henry David Thoreau 1. Breakfast in Bed. Imagine a lavish breakfast arrives brimming over with sweet cream pancakes, an assortment of berries and raspberry syrup, complete with a steaming mug of latte and a tender handwritten note of grati. . .
Smart Stress Stategy: Flex Your Spiritual Muscles
Smart Stress Strategy: Flex Your Spiritual Muscles By Michelle L. Casto In his book, Stress Without Distress, Dr. Selye suggests that a persons interpretation of stress is not dependent solely on an external event, but also depends upon the perception of the event and the meaning he or she assigns it. So, how you look at a situation determines if you will respond to it as threatening or chal. . .
Motivate Employees: 19 Creative Ideas
How do you motivate your staff when you cant afford to give them a raise? Use a different kind of currency. Contrary to popular belief, money is not the best motivator because it sends the message that nothing is worth doing unless you get paid extra. A sense of entitlement can develop that is a bottomless pit. Surveys have shown that employees respond much better to a different kind of c. . .
Romantic Love Defined
Romantic Love Defined To understand and define romantic love, we must first separate the terms romantic from love. We can only understand how the two words have come to be joined as one by understanding what they each mean individually. To be romantic means to have feelings and thoughts of love and adventure. It also means fanciful or impractical. In truth, our ideas about what it means t. . .
Distinctiveness in Personal Statements: Byproduct or Goal?
"What makes you unique is not that you have had these life-altering experiences, but rather how and why your perspective has changed or been reinforced as a result of those and other everyday experiences. That is a story that only you can tell. If you concentrate your efforts on telling us who you are, differentiation will occur naturally; if your goal is to. . .
Write it down, get it done
Write It Down, Get It Done By Michelle L. Casto, M.Ed. Its that time of year again, the time for optimistic thinking and resolution making. If you are not mindful, another year will pass you by taking with it your dreams and aspirations. Have you ever wondered why you cant seem to make forward progress in your life? It is usually because you have not taken the time to find out what you wa. . .
Intuition: The secret to your career success
Intuition: The Secret to Your Career Success Michelle L. Casto, M.Ed. For far too long, we moderns have relied on our analytical/logical brain to make important life decisions. It is my belief that our imaginative/creative brain holds the key to better, smarter and more soulful decisions. This is because the right side of the brain, which loves creativity---taps into your intuitive nature. . . .
The Path of Illumination
The Path of Illumination By Michelle L. Casto, M.Ed. Whole Life Coach, Speaker, and Author Change is a mythological journey, where we hear the call; go with uncertainty into unknown dangers, until we finally find our way home. You can become what your spirit intended you to be---whole, perfect and free. To free yourself, you must step into the light, be brave and take action. Although you ma. . .
Dealing With Difficult People
Is there a jerk in your life? Someone whos driving you crazy? Someone who is unreasonable no matter what you try? Read on for strategies in how to deal with difficult people. You Teach Others How to Treat You. Get this relationship rule, and youll relieve a lot of stress in your life. People cant push your buttons unless you show them the panel! Have you had a string of jerks in yo. . .
Speak So Others Listen
There are those who command attention when speaking and others who barely get noticed. If you feel youre in the latter category, take heart! Communication skills are just that skills. They are teachable, learnable behaviors. With a little practice, you can improve your interpersonal communication. Here are five tips from Positive First Impressions: 83 Ways to Establish Confidence, Com. . .
Overcoming Bad First Impressions
Have any of these situations happened to you? Forgetting your clients name, unintentionally insulting a co-worker, spilling coffee on your boss, not recognizing an old friend, drinking too much at the company party, sending a racy e-mail to the wrong person, or asking a womans due date when shes not pregnant ouch! You never have a second chance to make a first impression, so what happens. . .
Come Alive!
"Ask yourself what makes you come alive, and go do that, because what the world needs is people who have come alive".~ Howard Thurman As many of you know I have a passion for helping people identify their dreams and go after them. What you may not know is that (much to my surprise) I have uncovered a spiritual aspect to my work. I use a 3 stage process to help people find the kind of work tha. . .
Slow Down Before Hitting A Brick Wall
"The sun, with all those planets revolving around it and dependent on it, can still ripen a bunch of grapes as if it had nothing else in the universe to do." Galileo As humans we have the ability to spend time, waste time, lose time, make time and, my personal favorite, stretch time. When we stretch time it becomes almost slow motion. I know you have experienced this. Remember a time when you w. . .
An Interview with the Better Fathering Coach
by Susan Dunn, MA, Marketing Coach Hes disobeyed me again, Bill fumed as he walked in the door at night. The kitchen was a mess and his teenage son was playing Grand Theft Auto: Vice City on the computer with rap music blaring at 106 dB, known to cause permanent damage in less than 4 minutes, and homework nowhere in sight; all things Bill had fought with his son about before. Bills he. . .
10Ways to Reclaim Your Self-Esteem
10 Ways to Reclaim Your SelfEsteem by Michelle L. Casto The way you feel about yourself impacts how and why you do everything in life. If you feel good about who you are, then what you do will be an outside reflection of your innermost thoughts and feelings. Contrary to popular belief, self-esteem is not something anyone or any accomplishment can give you. Just because people like you or yo. . .
Arre Your Protecting Your Child's Hearing Properly?
by Susan Dunn, MA 5.2 million 6-19 year old have hearing loss directly related to noise exposure*. Dont let your child be part of this unfortunate group. PEACE & QUIET Offer your child peace and quiet, says the Noise Center. Noise poses a serious threat to children's hearing, health, learning and behavior. (And I cant think of an adult who functions well in a noisy environment either. . .
The Top 10 Things to Know About Your Child and Hearing Loss
by Susan Dunn, MA, The EQ Coach In 2000, 5.2 million 6-19 year old had hearing loss directly related to noise exposure [3rd National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey, reported on Dangerous Decibels ( http://www.dangerousdecibels.org/ ). According to a study done by Montgomery and Fujukawa in 1992, Over the last 10 years, the percentage of 2nd graders with hearing loss has increased 2.. . .
Wartime Hiring: 5 Steps to Attract Top Talent
A recent report, titled "The War for Talent" stated that over the next 20 years, employee talent will be what differentiates successful companies from those going bust. The late 90s gave us a glimpse of the talent war, but was nothing compared to whats ahead. Here are five ways to bulletproof your company before the battle begins. Practice What You Preach Recent studies of Americas largest . . .
Bridging the Gap: The Top 5 Fitness Secrets for Housewives and Athletes
Why does the title of this article mention Housewives and Athletes? Brace yourself for the answer: Because the training protocols for both are exactly the same! "How can that be?" you ask. "Is the author of this article on drugs?" "How can an athlete and a housewife train the same way?" Here is your answer: Because each of them works diligently towards their respective goals using the same tim. . .
10 Tips for Organizing Your Home Office
1. Be sure that everyone in your household understands how the space in your home office is to be used, when "business" hours are, etc. 2. Choose a location that is conducive to conducting business. As much as possible, keep this separate from your personal living space. 3. Choose comfortable furnishings and adequate lighting that will reduce fatigue, discomfort, strain and injury. 4. Cre. . .
Words That Inspire - SIMPLIFY
WORDS THAT INSPIRE A monthly quick shot to motivate you, in less than 45 seconds, from Julie Cohen Coaching What do you gain if you SIMPLIFY? Dictionary*says: to reduce to basic essentials, to diminish in scope or complexity, to make more intelligible. What it REALLY means: removing clutter and interference from your life and work; looking at large obstacles as the sum of small challenges. . .
The Core: Unleash Your Inner Caveman
An alternative name for this article could have been, 'How to undo Generations worth of Damage Caused by sitting on our Backsides and Letting Machines Teach us Not to Stand up Straight'. That doesn't exactly roll off the tongue though, does it? The point is the same, however. Before we were even able to stand fully erect we could literally fight for our right to live on a daily basis. Now, we a. . .
Diamonds in the Ruff - How to Find a Good Personal Trainer
The question of how to find a good personal trainer is as old as the industry itself. In fact, it usually gets transformed into an even bigger question - should you even HIRE a personal trainer? Conveniently enough, the answer to one of those questions will dictate the answer to the other one - every time! The short and simple truth of the matter is that you should only hire a personal trainer . . .
Simple Planning Makes for a More Enjoyable Vacation
June is "Rebuild Your Life" Month... time to think of ways that you can rejuvenate yourself and reconnect with those you care about most. If your vacation includes travel, I encourage you to plan at least one trip that is purely vacation. Make the first day of summer (June 21) your deadline for finalizing summer travel and vacation plans. The annual family vacation is typically a time for fun a. . .
Love: The Killer App
"Love is the act of intelligently and sensibly sharing your knowledge, networks, and compassion with your business partners." --Tim Sanders, Chief Solutions Officer, Yahoo Yahoo senior executive, Tim Sanders, published a book on Valentine's Day titled Love Is the Killer App: How to Win Business and Influence Friends. In his book he explains that the road to prosperity is paved with a commitme. . .
The Changing Face of Corporate Management Making Six Sigma Work For You
Since its introduction, Six Sigma has literally revolutionized management processes and the way business is done. Over the years, major corporations world-widefrom Motorola to General Electrichave adopted and implemented its methodology as the keystone of their management philosophy. As such, Six Sigma practitioners are in high demand by top companies looking to streamline their processes and. . .
Good Boundaries Make Good Neighbours
This article may be published electronically in either your ezine or website under the provision that all copyright, contact and link information is kept in tact. We would appreciate receiving a copy for our Publishers Directory. Thank You. Word count: 575 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ GOOD BOUNDARIES MAKE GOOD NEIGHBORS. Rhoberta Shaler, PhD Do you have good boundaries? Do you . . .
How to Negotiate Effectively
This article may be published electronically in either your ezine or website under the provision that all copyright, contact and link information is kept in tact. We would appreciate receiving a copy for our Publishers Directory. Thank You. Word count: 694 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ HOW TO NEGOTIATE EFFECTIVELY. Rhoberta Shaler, PhD www.SpeakingAboutWork.com Negotiation is a . . .
Perfectionism is Too Much!
This article may be published electronically in either your ezine or website under the provision that all copyright, contact and link information is kept in tact. We would appreciate receiving a copy for our Publishers Directory. Thank You. Word count: 537 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ PERFECTIONISM is TOO MUCH! Rhoberta Shaler, PhD www.OptimizeLifeNow.com Do you strive for perf. . .
Free Weights vs. Exercise Machines
Anyone who has ever been in a gym before is familiar with the gleaming banks of shiny exercise machines. Coming in all shapes and sizes, they are usually cause for the newcomer to the gym to pause and ask, "What IS all of that stuff?" Well, according to the price that the gym paid for any one piece of that equipment, I certainly hope that it not only stimulates your muscles, but also cooks you. . .
Exercise: Why YOU should do it
Hundreds of Thousands of Americans spend millions of dollars each year on diet pills, "magical" exercise devices, and misrepresented health and fitness products, when in all actuality a good set of dumbbells and a brisk walk may be all you need to get in better shape than you've ever been in. What can you do with nothing but a set of dumbbells, you ask? Provide resistance to your body's moveme. . .
Peace
Lord, make me an instrument of your peace; Where there is hatred, let me sow love; Where there is injury, pardon; Where there is doubt, faith; Where there is despair, hope; Where there is darkness, light; Where there is sadness, joy. --Prayer of St. Francis of Assisi I recently heard an Irishman comment that finally Americans know what its like to live in fear all the time. As those words ech. . .
Finding Community in Distance Education
At Indiana Wesleyan University Online, a Christian-based institution, the type of distance thatfs most important to their students is not measured in miles. Instead, students enroll in the program to gain the benefits of a quality education in a community of individuals who are allowed the opportunity to incorporate a faith-based worldview. IWU supports a self-described gworld changerh ini. . .
Get Out and Play: Top 7 Outdoor Exercises
Do you remember when our parents used to yell at us to go outside and play? They would get so tired of us running around the house munching junk food and fighting with our siblings that they would practically kick us out of the house! Well, we may not have the same child-like activities lined up to get outside for anymore, but that doesn't mean that we shouldn't still get out and enjoy the wor. . .
Choose a life mate, don't wait for a soul mate
Choose a Life Mate, Dont Wait For a Soul Mate By Michelle L. Casto, M.Ed. This article is adapted from the book Get Smart! About Modern Romantic Relationships: Your Personal Guide to Finding Right and Real Love Have you ever wondered why all the people who are seeking their soul mate end up disappointed and let down? I have found that it is possible that there is no such thing, at least in t. . .
Now is the time for change
Now is the Time For Change By Michelle L. Casto, M.Ed. Whole Life Coach, Speaker, and Author Planet Earth is ripe for change. Everywhere you look, change is occurring: for the individual, families, corporations, communities, states, countries, and ultimately the world. The pace of change has increased to keep up with the human desire to create more change. You wouldnt have to look very fa. . .
Go With What Brung Ya!
Bill Gove, NSAs first president, said those famous words. And they are the essential wisdom of finding your perfect niche. Go with what brung ya. Heres how: Array your assets before you: Your background, your beliefs, your education, your essence, your experiences, your feelings, your spirit, your talent, your tastes, your travels, and your values. Resting quietly in this 11-part pasti. . .
What is Stress?
What is Stress? Stress is an interpretation of an event or circumstance which is understood to be a threat. It can be any force or pressure put on a system (living or nonliving) which may result in a need for the system to adapt or change. Stress on human beings is like a rubber band. You also stretch to meet the environment around you, the demands of your lifestyle, and the pressures you pu. . .
What is intuition?
What is Intuition and How Do I Use it? By Michelle L. Casto, M.Ed. Intuition is an incredible resource and gift that we have been given to help us live our best life. Unfortunately, not many people know what it is or how to use it. The word intuition means in to you in Latin. Its also been said that intuition is your divine Spirit talking to you. If you will stop for a moment and acknowl. . .
The Time Has ComeJUST DO IT!
"Lots of people know what to do, but few people actually do what they know. Knowing is not enough! You must take action." --Tony Robbins In honor of National Procrastination Week (the first week in March) and March Forth Day (on March 4th, of course), each year I dedicate my March article to the subject of procrastination. Why? Because this single habit is the root of so many of the pro. . .
Design Your Destiny: Life is what you make it
Design Your Destiny Life Is What You Make It Your PERFECTLY DESIGNED LIFE Like William Henley who once said, I am the master of my fate. The captain of my soul, I agree that Life is a Do-It Yourself project. If you want to live a certain kind of life, you are going to have to be proactive so you can consciously create life as you would like it. You must first mentally visualize and then ph. . .
Strategies for eliminating and managing stress
Strategies for Eliminating and Managing Stress By Michelle L. Casto, M.Ed Whole Life Coach, Speaker, and Author To combat modern day stressors, you need to realize that things are going to go the way they are going to go, so you may as well just relax. The most important thing you can do for yourself is to practice extreme self-care which means putting your own needs first. We have had it ba. . .
The Power of Friendship
The Power of Friendship "A friend is a gift you give yourself." -Robert Lewis Stevenson Overwhelmed by the demands of our time and energy, its easy to put friendships aside. And yet its often our friends who are best able to keep us tethered to the world around us as it spins out of control. Feeling connected to others is essential, especially when times are tough. The holiday season accen. . .
Home Business and the Holidays
I have this reoccurring vision for Christmas Eve in our house. The kids are sneaking snacks from the table, shaking presents, and ducking hugs and kisses. Close friends are gathering, light hearted chatter. Me? I'm pounding away on my keyboard trying to get that last thing done! I keep saying "one more minute" which really means to my family: "who knows when?" When you work out of your home wit. . .
Fitness Wars: Revenge of the Girth
As of the writing of this article, May 16, 2005, we are all almost 5 months into our New Year's Resolutions. Are you skinny yet? Did you find your six-pack? Does your butt look like you wanted it to in those jeans? For a lot of you, the answers to these questions are going to be "No, No, and, I took the jeans back to the store". Why? You are a victim of the Fitness Wars, that's why. Your Girth . . .
Competition is Best Kept to Yourself
This article may be published electronically in either your ezine or website under the provision that all copyright, contact and link information is kept in tact. We would appreciate receiving a copy for our Publishers Directory. Thank You. Word count: 520 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ COMPETITION IS BEST KEPT TO YOURSELF Rhoberta Shaler, PhD www.OptimizeLifeNow.com Are you 'play. . .
4 Ways to Staying Highly Motivated
Where you are today is a direct result of the actions you have taken in your past. The degree of happiness and success you enjoy today is the fruits of your past labor. If you are not where you want to be today then you need take action daily and consistent action to be specific. The level of success and happiness we all achieve is the direct result of our consistent actions. Not those a. . .
Having It Their Way: For Some, Where They Make a Living is as Important as How
572 words Copyright Valerie Young What if you could do work you really loved AND do it in your own kind of paradise? Here from the pages of Entrepreneur and Minnesota Monthly are the stories of two enterprising people who did just that. People who had the courage to go after a livelihood that spoke to their spirit -- in a place that fed their souls. On an Island Think warm sea breezes, swaying . . .
Getting Motivated to Get Organized
"Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going." --Jim Rohn When I get calls from prospective clients who say they want to get organized, I often ask, "What's motivating you to get organized at this time, and what will be possible once you get organized?" I ask these questions because I've found that without a compelling reason, there's little or no motivation to change t. . .
Face your enemy - Brainstorming
During the course of my life, both childhood and adult, the military has played a primary role. My father, a 20+ year military man, raised me in various locations all over the world. Then, I myself did a tour of duty, serving my country and learning more things about life than I though I ever could. No matter your personal position on those that serve in the military, you have to admit that t. . .
Virtual Assistants - A Cost Effective Solution for Companies
Companies are changing the way they do business, specifically the way they staff their businesses. Hiring an employee is expensive and time consuming which is why companies are looking for an alternative to full-time employees. More and more companies are looking to use temporary workers to fill in the gaps when necessary. Temporary workers allow companies to bulk up when business is booming . . .
6 Steps Necessary to Transform America's High Schools
6 Steps Necessary to Transform Americas High Schools Joe Rueff President/Publisher Bill Gates is at it again! This time hes taking on the American public high schools. But Bill isnt alone. Educational Testing Services survey Ready For The Real World?, eminent business author Dan Pink (A Whole New Mind and Free Agent Nation), and many others have criticized our high school system as not be. . .
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