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- Your Guide to Social Media – Disconnect to Connect - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2012 from Pat HeydlauffAccording to several research studies done in 2011 and 2012, 39 percent of Americans spend more time on Facebook than in face-to-face relationships and 10.5 billion minutes per day are spent globally on Facebook alone. The warp speed shift in social relationships and how we interact is due ...
Views: 2830(2 votes) - The Quest for a Balanced Life - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2012 from Marquita HeraldIn a perfect world, each area of your life would balance out neatly. You’d work from 9 to 5 each day, take an hour-long lunch, and then come home and spend uninterrupted quality time with your family, and of course there would be plenty of time to exercise and indulge in hobbies or favorite ...
Views: 1398(1 vote) - Work-Life Balance: How to Create Balance and Maintain Your Sanity in This Crazy, Competitive World - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2012 from Tom HintonBy Tom Hinton In 2007, I made a major transition. I stopped going to work. While I still had a job, employees to supervise and a business to manage, I made the strategic decision that I was going to regain control of my life and make time for the things I enjoy! To do this, I started working ...
Views: 1821 - Save Money on Your Cell Bill-Spend More Time with the Family - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2012 from Brock HanerWhat Is Solavei? If you’ve been on Facebook, Twitter, or Linkedin, no doubt you’ve heard about Solavei. Some people say it’s a new mobile phone service, some say it’s a way to get free mobile service, others say it’s the best business opportunity. And they’re all right. It’s the first social ...
Views: 1536 - Treat your children to a memorable childhood with kids sports equipment - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2012 from Adrian RockerThere is something magical about childhood and most of you would agree with it. Be it the carefree times when we have nothing to worry about or those times where our only worry is to beat our opponent in a match, the mind has a way of freezing it and holding such memories. You may have enjoyed ...
Views: 1048 - Don't Manage Time, Manage Your Energy! - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Marla EnhelderWorking moms are pushing themselves harder than ever to be the best in all realms of their life, aiming for perfection in all that they do, taking on the brunt of the familial responsibilities, while not accepting help OR seeking reprieve. They are like a hamster caught in a wheel, going round ...
Views: 1631(2 votes) - I am Not My Business Card - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2012 from Debbi DickinsonMy professional focus during my twenties and thirties was defining who I was as a professional woman. This entailed long days and weekends. It also required quite a bit of travel and for a few years 100% travel as a consultant. My career progressed along nicely. As I took on more and more ...
Views: 1453(1 vote) - Self-Kindness for Life Balance - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2012 from Jennifer Harvey SallinI often work with clients who want better life balance – better balance between work, personal, and family priorities. Difficulty with this issue could perhaps best be titled the Syndrome of Too Many Priorities, and I try to help clients resolve the dilemma by teaching them to practice regular ...
Views: 1373 - The Entrepreneur's 5-Step Guide to Prosperity - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Desiree MooreIn the spring, I attended my sister’s medical school graduation. The commencement speaker, a Holocaust survivor and great philanthropist, shared his incredible life story and some of the key lessons he learned along the way. At the close of his presentation, he revealed a recipe for ...
Views: 1184 - The Rules Of Wrestling That You Should Know - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2012 from Williams BistlineWhen it comes to wrestling, there are so many rules with this sport. There is more than you may have ever thought. In any wrestling match, the main goal is to pin your opponent or to force their shoulder blades to touch the mat for a total of two seconds. Some of these are considered dangerous ...
Views: 692 - Find the best betting bonus. - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2012 from Adrian RockerIf you are at the beginning, betting might appear a little bit scary to you due to the fact that you are not aware of the gambling tips, therefore your choices might not be the best ones. When it comes to football or maybe tennis betting, you can benefit from the feature called betting bonus. ...
Views: 976 - Hosting the Perfect Dinner Party For Co-Workers - by Submitted on Oct 18, 2012 from Mary GraysonIf you are planning on having any type of a large event at your home, it is likely that the dinner table has received quite a bit of attention. To be certain, there are numerous things that can be done with the dinner table which will help to change an ordinary table into an extraordinary ...
Views: 1801 - How Do You Focus on the Positive at Work? - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2012 from Joey FaucetteI was lying flat on my back in the grassy outfield, trying to come around. I had drifted back from my third-base position for the Little League team White Sox into shallow left field to catch a fly ball. I missed the ball with my glove and instead caught it with my forehead. Someone said, ...
Views: 1460 - 5 Ways To Eliminate Working Mommy Guilt Forever - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Marla EnhelderWorking mommy guilt can be one of the biggest drawbacks to working outside of the home. However, I want to assure you that this does NOT have to be the case! In fact, guilt is completely unnecessary and a waste or your precious (and very limited) energy. Why do so many working mothers ...
Views: 1488 - Top 8 Options for Back-Up Care When Your Child is Sick - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2012 from Marla EnhelderImagine the following scenario, if you will. One hour after you arrive at work, your phone rings. The Caller ID reads, “YOUR CHILD’S DAYCARE/SCHOOL”. You already know what this means…your child has a temperature, is sick, and needs to be picked up ASAP. You have back-to-back meetings and ...
Views: 2076(2 votes) - Where Did YOU Get Lost? - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Teri GoetzLet's face it. As women we give. We do (a lot), we feel, we work, we play (though not enough play!). Do you get tired from so much giving? What I see happening very often with some of my clients is that they get tired, and they feel taken advantage of. But they also get pissed. All these ...
Views: 1888 - Four Fabulous Tips for a Healthier Work/Life Balance - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Ben HolbrookSimple Steps to Office Health & Fitness We've all read those overly-flamboyant exercise guides from the 80s. Telling us to take our best lycra outfits to work so we can get the whole office to do some crazy dance aerobics at lunch time. For obvious reasons, it never really took off. People go ...
Views: 1542(1 vote) - The Practical Uses of Dredging - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2012 from Jeff HewsonMany a times there is a need to move the earth beneath the water. This can be due to accumulation of wastes, presence of metals, uneven earth bed orremoving earth for construction. All of the requirements listed above can easily be achieved with the help of dredging. This advanced and state of ...
Views: 755 - The 15 Effective Time Management Tips - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2012 from George McGillivrayLife is unpredictable, particularly with youngsters. you'll not be able to avoid chaos altogether, however with our essential time-saving tips, you'll learn the way to maximize the time you have got and create the foremost of these precious minutes. 1. Take time to Asses. Review what you do ...
Views: 1876 - Become More Creative By Remembering Less - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2012 from Jane CranstonMy first kindergarten assignment was to go home and find out the family home phone number. The next day we practiced memorizing those digits. As I recall the teacher helped us put the number sequence to some kind of rhythm not dissimilar to those 800 ads that help you remember where to buy a ...
Views: 2030 - Awakening the Secrets of Sleep - The Benefits of Rest for Better Workout Results - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2013 from Jonathan washingtonAlright, you're making progress and building good habits by working out, running and eating better, that's outstanding! Now, it is very important not to fall into a very common trap. Many people actually feel guilty after having gotten into the routine of working out, if they take a day off, but ...
Views: 1649 - Why Do We Manifest Lack? - by Submitted on Sep 30, 2012 from Jennifer BloomeIf we live in an abundant universe, and money is just energy, and we are Source and therefore have access to all the resources of Source…then why do we still experience lack? If the key to running a successful business is to have structures, marketing tools, connections to Social Media, a ...
Views: 1750(1 vote) - Get Quality Survey Equipment - by Submitted on Sep 23, 2012 from George VelvetIf you find yourself in need of having a property survey done, you should probably learn some basics about surveys in general. It is in your interest that you know exactly what kind of survey you need. Once that`s clear, you might also want to read a few things about the different types of ...
Views: 1081 - Effective Management Time Tips - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2012 from George McGillivrayAt some point in your life, you might have taken a time management class, read about it in books or used a paper based day planner to prioritize and schedule your day. This information helps you think you will be so well organized all your tasks will be completed, yet you still find things that ...
Views: 1711 - Managing Time Tips - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2012 from George McGillivrayWhen you finally decide to firmly recognize and choose your priorities based on their value, you must have at least 10- 15 minute time slots called time-blocking on your weekly calendar to ensure that you have an effective technique to boost your productivity. Generally there is no other ...
Views: 1107 - Health Is the Fertilizer; Wealth Is the Fruit - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2012 from Roberta MittmanThe most well-adjusted, happiest, healthiest individuals are those who carry good habits through their work and personal lives alike--and the habit of self-care is among the most important. Guess what? Those same individuals are also more likely to be comfortable financially. It wasn't ...
Views: 1312 - 5 Habits that Put the "I" Back in Business (and might fatten your wallet, too) - by Submitted on Sep 19, 2012 from Roberta Mittman"Health is wealth." You've heard the saying, but do you believe it? I absolutely do! Over and over again, I've seen my patients and coaching clients reap professional and financial benefits after adopting wise self-care practices. It makes perfect sense when you think about it. Those who ...
Views: 1292 - Facts about Clinical Trials - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2012 from Charles EricClinical trials are medical studies that are done on certain new drugs or improved but existing drugs to establish just how effective they are in dealing with the conditions and diseases they are manufactured for and also see their reactions inside the body system. The truth is that the ...
Views: 816 - Clinical Trials Types - by Submitted on Sep 18, 2012 from Charles EricClinical trials are indeed very important in the medical world since they help the experts in developing better treatments. There are certain diseases today which still await a cure or an improved treatment that can help save the lives of patients. Such situation will directly rely on what ...
Views: 737 - The Badger Deep Inside Me - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2012 from Debbi DickinsonThere was a time when I was not effective at setting boundaries in my life. I was the push-over that people knew they could get me to do tasks they didn't want to. This wasn't just in one part of my life; it was everywhere. Debbi just couldn't say No. What would happen is that I would ...
Views: 1149 - How to Stop Being a Part of the Lonely Women’s Club - by Submitted on Sep 15, 2012 from Blondie ClaytonLonely women can do one of two things to shed the feeling of loneliness: stop complaining about how lonely you are and decide to do something about it. Look around! Everywhere you turn there are people, some may feel lonely walking among crowds of people. You may be experiencing the same thing. ...
Views: 1233 - Life Goes On - by Submitted on Sep 13, 2012 from Womens Recreation, Inc.You get busy with life, there’s work, baseball games, soccer practice and not to mention all the housework that goes along with it. You live a life that is constantly on the go. You learn early on how to manage your time wisely. You might cook most of your meals for the upcoming week during ...
Views: 1983 - Changing Your Name With a Criminal Record - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2012 from Joseph GendronFraud is not the only reason criminals are known by fabricated names – sometimes a bad guy’s appearance or reputation inspires his new title. One of the few legal restrictions on changing your name is that you may not change it to help commit fraud. An unscrupulous person might want to assume ...
Views: 1154 - Car Leasing - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2012 from Adriene MayHaving a car of your own comes with a lot of benefits key among them convenience. However, there are times when you are not able to afford a car and would rather opt for car leasing. This calls for you to understand what the whole process entails because there are a number of car lease deals ...
Views: 903 - Attention All Working Mothers: Self-Care Is Not Selfish! - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2012 from Marla EnhelderSelf-care is a critical part of living a fulfilled and happy life as a working mom! Unfortunately, however, most working moms often put everyone and everything else before their own needs and allow themselves to fall last on the list of priorities. In order for career-minded mama’s to ...
Views: 1655(1 vote) - Five Proven Techniques To Reduce Stress For The Take Charge Working Mama - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2012 from Marla EnhelderNot surprisingly, women are more vulnerable to stress in comparison to men. And, I would have to say that is even more so for working mothers! Working mothers experience a multitude of tugs for their time, attention, and energy. Along with the pulls, working moms place unreasonable expectations ...
Views: 1321 - Four Simple Strategies To Proactively Minimize Working Mom Stress - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2012 from Marla EnhelderIt is a fact; stress is a part of our lives and contributes to 90% of all illness. And, unfortunately, working moms tend to experience it more often and from my many different angles. They feel stressed when they wake up a they are scurrying around, trying to get as much done as they can before ...
Views: 1393 - Balance: Is It Possible For Working Moms Or Just Ballerinas? - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2012 from Marla EnhelderIt has long been argued that balance is indeed attainable and something for which to strive. What do you think? I believe that it is all in the perspective you take, the values that you hold dear to your heart, and the choices that move you toward what makes you feel content and fulfilled. ...
Views: 1191 - From darkness; a new dream emerged - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2012 from Renee BaribeauLate the other night, awaking for a midnight muse that lasted longer than the initial thought shook me awake, I played a meditation by Master Chunyi Lin. The iPhone came in handy for playing Taps at midnight; as soon as I hit the play button, the inspiration was clear that this is the only time ...
Views: 1891 - Living on an island; Authentic Relationships for a Complex World - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2012 from Renee BaribeauWe live in a complex world where we are no longer informed by the sacred stories that guided the generations that came before the post-modern age in which we live. Signs of the times included mass exodus from the churches for more esoteric spirituality, commercials, Fox News; and Hollywood ...
Views: 3645 - Can We Truly Have It All? - by Submitted on Sep 06, 2012 from Devaa Haley MitchellFor as long as I can remember, I've been told "You can have it all." And this conversation usually centered around having both a thriving career and a rewarding family life, not to mention an intimate relationship, a healthy body, etc. Yet as women like me have attempted to live into this ...
Views: 1480 - Taming the Brain: Conquering Addiction and Eating Challenges - by Submitted on Sep 05, 2012 from Lee GerdesOver 900 years ago, a woman who was incredibly advanced for her time understood that what causes us to overindulge in food, put harmful substances in our bodies, and treat each other in a less than caring manner is a refusal to embrace the whole of life as a pleasurable experience. This woman's ...
Views: 2318(1 vote) - Finding the Best Pocket Wedding Invitations - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2012 from Cesar MulerIf you are looking for the best pocket wedding invitations, you need be too keen about the details and how your wedding invitation card will give impression to your guests. A wedding is a very special occasion and you want everything to be perfect. It entails not only planning for the wedding ...
Views: 998 - 22 Ways to Ligthen Up Your Workday - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2012 from Allen Klein1- Number your curse words and call out a number when stress strikes. If you are really stressed, call out a high number like “5,832,463”. If it’s a minor upset, call out a low number like -- “ffffffive”. 2- Collect cartoons pertaining to your industry and/or its problems. They make great ...
Views: 1378(1 vote) - Delegation - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2012 from Tracey FieberDelegation: Is it Time? Let's start with an image: imagine that your business is a boat. When you started, it was probably like a canoe. You were the only one in it, and you had to do the paddling, the navigating, and the fishing. But now your business has grown. It's more of a large-scale ...
Views: 1629 - Turned “ON” by your computer? - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2012 from Chris CannonIt’s responsible for connecting millions every day, while disconnecting thousands every second. It connects people with family they’ve never met before, while disconnecting them from family they’ve known their entire lives. It has made the world as a whole much smaller, therefore intensifying ...
Views: 1508(1 vote) - 10 Reasons Why Small Business IT Outsourcing Is Becoming More Popular - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2013 from Ribi KhaimovBusinesses that experience a rapid growth year after year are quite rare. Only a few companies find their winning ways while the rest lag behind. The question is how these successful companies set themselves apart from the rest and sustain their profitability. Actually, the key to their success ...
Views: 1234(1 vote) - Your First Home - by Submitted on Aug 29, 2012 from alicia nicoleCan be exciting but there is a lot to know. Buying a home will depend on real estate laws and customs where you are located but there are basic steps that every first homebuyer needs to accomplish. Step 1- Your Finances Establishing credit is very important especially when you are ...
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