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- Driving Past an Internal Roadblock - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2013 from Lori SnyderWith the idea that when one faces a challenge, external obstacles are actually the easy part they’re obvious. We can look at them and devise a plan of action to work through or around them. The real barriers are the internal roadblocks. This is where it can get a bit difficult. When you ...
Views: 1508 - Drop Limiting Labels and Uncover New Possibilities - by Submitted on Mar 10, 2018 from Liesha PetrovichBelieve it or not, we live in a very orderly society. We have easy to use labels for gender, race, religion and political affiliation. We have labels that identify what country we live in and titles at the end of our names to highlight our educational levels. We like order and we ...
Views: 1278 - Ducks Quack, Eagles Soar - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2010 from Mark TingYou have two alternatives. You can blend in with the mold or you can rise above the rest. Remarkable customer support will position a business in a class by itself. But, the craving to grant wonderful customer support isn’t something in which we're born. It’s a option we make. The ...
Views: 6128 - Dusting Off Your Dreams... - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2009 from Thomas Swank,If you’ve ever watched the movie “Pretty Woman”, the film begins and ends with a guy who is crossing the street shouting “WHAT’S YOUR DREAM? ... THIS IS HOLLYWOOD ... EVERYBODY HAS A DREAM ... SO, WHAT’S YOUR “DREAM”? What a great question, and a great analogy. While being quite different from ...
Views: 1117 - Earn £60 per hour as an agony aunt advice columnist - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2021 from Pearls of WisdomYes you can do this - if you have spare time and can do with more money, a lot more money coming in. The beauty of it is that you are working online from wherever suits you, so you can work from home if you prefer. This saves you travelling and travelling expenses, plus the expense of having an ...
Views: 514 - Easier Than I Make It: Four Principles and a Gift - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Judy RingerA good friend gave me a book last week, thinking I might like it. The book is "Tattoos on the Heart: The Power of Boundless Compassion" by Jesuit Priest Gregory Boyle about his work with gangs in Los Angeles, CA. Reading the first chapters in the early spring sun this morning at Beach Pea in ...
Views: 1095 - Easy does it but do it - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2011 from WEE DILTSHow to turn “Easy Does it” into Do it Introduction Why easy does it works; It’s the old adage haste makes waste. Each day nature gives us a great example of easy does it as slowly, the sun rises every single day. Learn from this to go gradually, pace yourself Agnes Repplier: “It is ...
Views: 1725 - Eat My "Can't" and Succeed, Feed Your "Can't" and Recede - by Submitted on Nov 21, 2014 from Michael Mantell“Why can’t things ever go right, just once in my life?” “I’m such a ________.” “I’ll never be as good as ___________.” “Why do things never go my way?” “Why can’t I ever succeed, just once?” Sound familiar? Perhaps you’ve tried behavior and habit change methods to help you overcome these ...
Views: 1463 - Economy is tough - save hundreds by fixing your older frame - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from Mike IgorIn this tight economy, why would you want to spend huge bucks on buying a new pair of eyeglass when you can save immensely by fixing your older frames? Eyeglasses are expensive piece of investment and therefore it is very important to maintain them properly. However, in spite of all the care and ...
Views: 788 - Effective Communication Strategies for Customer Handling - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2012 from Tanvi WadhwaCommunication is the mutual exchange of ideas and not only words between two parties. It is the very essence of management. It plays a key role in helping the management to effectively perform the basic functions of management. Communication is a vital part of retail operations. It largely, ...
Views: 1737 - Effects Of Cartoons On The Daily Life Of Children - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2011 from Naresh SamalWho can forget watching Looney Toons or Tom and Jerry on Saturday mornings? Cartoons have changed drastically over the years but have their lasting effects on children. Typically, children begin watching cartoons on television at an early age of six months, and by the age of two or three ...
Views: 2773 - Eliminating Limiting Beliefs in Your Life - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2011 from Jack TallevastAs we go through life, we all remember those little voices in our head that we attached to a belief somewhere in our life. This article is about getting them under control. We remember those beliefs as: 1. Never ask anyone about money. 2. Eat all your food. Kids are starving in the ...
Views: 2433 - Elite Athletes Successfully Conquer Distractions - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2012 from Loren FogelmanMost athletes who train to compete spend most of their time preparing for ideal situations. Well if you have been competing long enough you know that eventually you will hit a perfect storm. I’m not talking about where everything works out just as you expected. What I mean is you are going to ...
Views: 2445 - Elizabeth Edwards: Lessons About Resilience - by Submitted on Dec 16, 2010 from Phyllis GoldbergElizabeth Edwards, diagnosed with breast cancer in 2004, died 12/7/10 at the age of 61. She ended an extraordinary struggle, having lived with the death of her teenage son, high political ambition, marital betrayal and advancing disease. She often said that she didn't want to be defined by ...
Views: 1708 - Embrace Change - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2011 from Maria Martinez“The only constant thing in life is change” I don’t remember when was the first time I heard that, yet I clearly recall that I did not like it at first. Now I realize that I was not alone and that that feeling of resistance towards change is a natural reaction. As humans we tend to like the ...
Views: 1347 - Embrace the Challenge - by Submitted on May 22, 2012 from gladys cruz~Opposition is a natural part of life. Just as we develop our physical muscles through overcoming opposition, such as lifting weights, we develop our character muscles by overcoming challenges and adversity.~ By Steven Covey Challenges are the stepping stones we need in oder to become ...
Views: 7305 - Embrace Your Feminine Power - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2013 from Donna MarkussenI had the pleasure of spending last weekend with my 14-year old niece, Morgan, who competed in the National American Miss Pageant. You can imagine my excitement as her name was called and won the title of National American Miss, Miss Massachusetts Jr. Teen 2013! Competing in this pageant ...
Views: 1220 - Embracing Change - by Submitted on May 28, 2011 from Mike RobbinsWe recently went into escrow on our house, but don't yet have a new house to move into. As excited as we are about our move (just across the San Francisco Bay from Concord to Marin County), it feels pretty scary to not yet know exactly where we’ll be living next month. With this big change ...
Views: 1588 - Embracing Life Transitions - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2015 from Randi FineTranscript from 6/14/12 blog talk radio show A Fine Time for Healing, Transitions in Life Transitions in Life Written by Randi G. Fine Life is a series of beginnings and endings. Seasons change; trees blossom and then go barren, flowers bloom and then go dormant, day turns to night, years ...
Views: 2465 - Emotional Attaching - by Submitted on May 21, 2013 from Kathy WilsonMany years ago I was crying on the shoulder of one of my dear, wise friends about... what else... a man I'd been dating who'd done me wrong. She let me go on for a while as I told her in graphic detail about this latest in his history of being a rat. And I reminded her of several instances in ...
Views: 1820 - Emotionally Needy Friends: Where Do You Draw the Line? - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2012 from Randi FineFriendship is one of life’s greatest gifts. It is a fulfilling relationship that is shared by two people who care about each other, trust each other, and want only the best for each other. A good friendship is honest, loyal, and truthful; good friends understand and accept each other in ways no ...
Views: 19069 - Employee Squabbles - Family Roles That Come to Work - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2016 from Jaynine HowardDo you ever notice that sometimes your employees behave like children? Have you ever taken the time to get to know your employees? Which ones are first born, middle children, and babies of the family? Was our employee raised by two parents, one parent, or grandparents? Research has shown that we ...
Views: 1085 - Employment News of This Week - Interview Preparation - by Submitted on Jan 17, 2011 from Luis RodriguezInterviewing can be so difficult yet it can be so easy if you just know what to do how to do it. Many interviewers can make the same common mistakes over and over again but there are certain guidelines you can follow to ensure this does not happen. First off knowing the interviews question ...
Views: 935 - Empowering Way to Move Past Your Comfort Zone - by Submitted on Jul 29, 2011 from Thadddeus FergusonIn what ways have you pushed past your comfort zone with confidence, drive, and a strong desire to move forward into the destiny that is what you came here to do? Did you know that you can tap into your own adventurous nature and determination so that you can do whatever is before you in this ...
Views: 1287 - Encouraging Positive Change: A “Magic Solution” - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2013 from Jennifer Harvey SallinClients often come to me in a state of agitation, impatience and panic (real or existential, sometimes both), wanting a “magic solution” for their current dilemma – which is, in fact, a microcosmic representation or symptom of their overall life dilemma. And while I really do have a “magic ...
Views: 1482 - Energizing the Sales Force in a Down Economy: The sales manager’s job is many-fold: cheerleader, psychologist, coach, and mentor. - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2012 from stephanie fletcherThe economic downturn has produced a tidal wave of negative conditions, some of which have overwhelmed even the very best sales organizations. Time is of the essence! Sales managers cannot wait to put into action their highest levels of leadership skills necessary to re-energize their sales ...
Views: 794 - Engineering Degree – Most Popular Course - by Submitted on May 24, 2012 from Aanchal MishraHowever, there are big races worth getting up every morning. In the world of engineers, each got the best of everything. That's why many people are dying to become an engineer. So why not be one of the few people who have pursued his dream of becoming an engineer and enjoy the benefits of being ...
Views: 850 - Enhancing Professional and Personal Skills Through Curated Knowledge - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2024 from Hazel SansburyStaying competitive and continuously improving both professionally and personally can be a challenge. Between work commitments, family obligations, and personal projects, finding time to develop new skills or deepen existing knowledge can feel overwhelming. However, curated ...
Views: 303 - Enough BS about Teachers! - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2011 from Florence BernardYou know what? I am sick and tired to hear criticism about teachers and the state of education. And some of the comments and articles I am reading about the latest events in Wisconsin really make me mad. So here comes my two cents. First of all, let’s get something clear. The vast ...
Views: 1998 - Entrepreneurial Drama - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2015 from Jeanna GabelliniI knew that it might unfold this way, but I prayed it wouldn’t. A sixteen year old at my gym was arrested for allegedly murdering his family. I knew all the details long before they were released to the press, even though I didn’t know him personally. I struggled with all the negative ...
Views: 1532 - Entrepreneurs!Shocking Truth About Boring Topic-Follow - by Submitted on Sep 24, 2012 from Lalitha BrahmaHave you ever provided your name and email address for receiving a Quote for Insurance OR Refinancing a Mortgage? Have you ever watched a FREE presentation/Webinar after providing your name and email address? Have you ever bought products online? If you answered YES, then I am sure you must ...
Views: 1591 - Entrepreneurs: Change Your Mindset to Achieve Success - by Submitted on Oct 17, 2014 from Margie BeiswangerAs an entrepreneur, there are soooo many things to learn, aren't there? Skills are pretty easy to gain: you can search on YouTube, purchase training programs or hire someone to do it for you. Perhaps not so easy though is believing in yourself and your business, overcoming your fears and ...
Views: 1409 - Entrepreneurs: How To Deal With Difficult Days - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2015 from Margie BeiswangerWhen the going gets tough, the tough go do something fun. Listen, it is highly likely that you'll have days that are less fluid than others. Days that present challenges. Days where you want to throw your computer out the window and auction off your first-born. When you own your business, ...
Views: 1461 - Eoungh Already....Are You a Leader or a Follower? - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Melanie Benson StrickI’ve been seeing a lot of “information” lately about being a leader or a follower. What I’ve come to understand is a lot of mentors, gurus and marketers need you to be a follower. Followers do what they are told. Which means followers will probably spend a lot more money with their “guru” and ...
Views: 1782 - Essential Guide To The Incredible Power Of Positive Thinking in Life - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2011 from Rhod JonesMany advocates of positive thinking claim that it is the key to living happily and successfully. Others say that through positive thinking, a person can make even his wildest dreams and desires come true. More conservative believers say that positive thinking is an effective tool for stress ...
Views: 693 - Europe's best players under 19 - by Germany claimed the UEFA European Under-19 Championship trophy for the first time despite playing more than half of the final against Italy with ten men. Goals from Lars Bender, Richard Sukuta-Pasu and Timo Gebhart ensured victory in a decisive match at Jablonec.
While players from the eight ...
Views: 76 - Even Executives Need Coaching - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2012 from Charles EduardosCAREER DEVELOPMENT: Coaching provides support for leaders, prepares them for future opportunities Just like writers need editors and children need parents, current and future executives need ... coaches. And executive coaching or one-on-one business mentoring isn't just for a company's top ...
Views: 1625 - Ever Feel Like They Just Don't Understand? - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2013 from Elizabeth SpevackHave you ever felt you were hitting your head against a wall trying to get some of the people in your life to understand what you’re doing and why? You feel like all the time, effort, energy and money you’re investing in pursuing your dream would mean so much more if they would “get” it, but it ...
Views: 941 - EVERYBODY GETS A TROPHY - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2016 from Charlie Bill EllisonWhen I was a child my mom always told me, "You don't just play to win and you don't just play to have fun, you try to do both and you learn how to improve, win or lose." These are words I used to hear after losing a game or failing to achieve something I set out to try. My mom made me feel ...
Views: 748 - Everyone Needs Stress Breakers - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2011 from Val WilcoxSince it’s nearly impossible to completely eliminate stress from your life, why not look for ways to manage it. Using Stress Breaker techniques will alleviate or shorten the effects of stress on your life. Your focus on stress is what determines how you allow it to affect your life. Now ...
Views: 1405 - Exclusive interview with Donald Trump, an extraordinary Dream Chaser - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2012 from Carter LeeMr. Trump is an individual known for the ability to multi-task his talents with a razor-sharp focus. He is truly a dream chaser extraordinaire. The following is my exclusive interview with Mr. Trump. ___________________________ Carter: You graduated from the New York Military Academy in ...
Views: 1098 - Excuse Me, Who Made You What? - by Submitted on Mar 03, 2009 from Gail BarkerThis article is all about personal responsibility. When it comes to living your life in alignment with who you are and what's important to you, it is imperative that you take responsibility for all aspects of your life. Feelings, responses, actions, reactions, choices -- these all fall under ...
Views: 1322 - EXCUSES WON’T CUT IT ANYMORE - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2021 from Dean FraserSome hold onto the excuse “it’s just my karma” to validate their reasons for remaining static, they feel this is a good enough reason to stay exactly where they are. To be blunt, this is a poor excuse for inaction. And my word there are so many more…proclamations along the lines of “Oh well, you ...
Views: 920 - Executive Life Coaching and Personal Growth Program - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2021 from Guy ReichardAre you finding it nearly impossible to achieve your personal or professional goals? Or find the lasting satisfaction that comes from reaching your goals? Coaching Breakthroughs executive coaching in Toronto could be what you need to finally move ahead in your life and career. Our executive ...
Views: 641 - Experience Inner Joy - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2012 from Maureen Brennan MercierExperience inner joy when it arises from within you. We can feel it as the result of an experience in the world that inspires happiness. It can also occur for no apparent reason at all. Recently I experience inner joy for no obvious reason. I pause in order to honor my emotions and I ask ...
Views: 1313 - Explore Your Talents - How Can I Make Money Doing What I Love? - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2014 from Meghan BelnapHave you ever wondered how many people you meet are living quiet lives of desperation, with respect to how they earn a living? The answer would be...far too many. While millions of people would love to have a career or job they're passionate about, too many are stuck earning a paycheck at a ...
Views: 1130 - Exploring Rhythmic Hip Turns In Golf - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2011 from Roseanna LeatonI had a round of golf with a couple of girls the other day and ended up coming off the course chuckling to myself over our focus upon the optimal hip turn and weight transference through the swing. All three of us had individually been paying extra attention to this important part of the golf ...
Views: 1157 - Facing Adversity Head On! - by Submitted on Mar 19, 2015 from Rossana SneeWe think we're one type of person. Until . . . *Someone makes us angry. *Does something we don't like. *Run into problems. *Things don't work out the way we expect them to. Then who do we become? A stranger even to ourselves. We close our hearts. We withdraw. We yell. We ...
Views: 1514 - Facing Fear and Overwhelm – One Rapid At a Time - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2014 from Larry FreeborgA couple of ways to manage fear is what this story is about. They came to me while I was on a white water rafting trip in Costa Rica with my son, Michael, and have been applicable on a number of occasions when I’ve been “stuck” because of fear. Here’s what happened. Michael had just graduated ...
Views: 1164 - Failure Should Not Be Looked Upon As A Negative - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2013 from Sherrie Vitello"The way we perceive things will be the compass to how happy or how miserable we will feel." I've always believed that with each new day we all have the opportunity to make that new day a positive, productive, happy day. We owe it to ourselves to try and have a good day. One that will end ...
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