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- Book Review: Business Consulting: A Guide to How It Works and How to Make It Work - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Business Consulting. Business Consultants help organizations improve their performance, primarily through the thorough analysis of existing business problems and the development of plans for improvement. Transform, Inc. is the ...
Views: 1247 - How to Be a Great Boss - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Barbara BartleinEmployees want to work for someone that they perceive as fair, open, and honest. Those are the qualities most often mentioned in surveys of employees about their managers and supervisors. Workers want to feel good about the person they report to and the company they work for. This ...
Views: 1905 - Marriage is Good for Your Health, Wealth and Happiness - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Barbara BartleinMarriage keeps you healthy, US government researchers reported in December. According to a new study by the Center for Disease Control, married people are less likely to smoke, drink heavily or be physically inactive. They are less likely than singles, divorcees or widowed adults to be in fair ...
Views: 2282 - Definition: Business Consulting - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Douglas PakBusiness consulting refers to both the industry, and the practice of, helping organizations improve their performance, primarily through the thorough analysis of existing business problems and development of plans for improvement. Organizations hire the services of management consultants for a ...
Views: 21602(1 vote) - Run-Away Meetings Are the Top Time Waster at Work - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Barbara BartleinA new nationwide survey finds that “runaway” meetings are the biggest time waster in the workplace. More than 27 percent of workers polled said meetings are the largest culprit for inefficiency and lack of productivity. The survey was developed by Office Team, a staffing service ...
Views: 2075 - Acid Reflux and Back Pain: Partners in Crime - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Samuel WhatleyYou may have never put the two together but acid reflux and back pain can be connected. Whether they present themselves together or separately, the pain can be excruciating. Understanding the connection will help alleviate symptoms. Acid reflux is the result of acid rising up the esophagus ...
Views: 28284 - 8 Ways to Sabotage Your Success - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Barbara BartleinEver know someone who “has it all,” then throws it away by doing something stupid or worse—something fatal? The most well-known examples are celebrities—musicians, entertainers, athletes—seemingly making all the money in the world and then doing something ...
Views: 1898 - Romantic Conversation Starters - 9 Hot Tips to Start A Conversation When Dating - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Michael LeeOne of the biggest dating challenges is coming up with romantic conversation starters to start the date right. Many people get so anxious that they can’t think of the right words to say. Such situations only bring down their level of confidence in their conversation skills. Worry no more! ...
Views: 1513 - 'Desk Rage' is Common in the Workplace - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Barbara BartleinAs any human resource executive can tell you, frustration and office temper tantrums by employees are not unusual, but two new studies indicate that incivilities in the workplace appear to be increasing. Termed “desk rage,” by one survey, it includes arguments between employees, pen ...
Views: 1864 - Book Review: Be the Person You Want to Be: Harness the Power of Neuro-Linguistic Programming to Reach Your Potential - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Douglas PakThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Neuro-Linguistic Programming. Neuro-Linguistic Programming is the idea that all language and behaviors are highly structured. Tad and Adriana James are the Official Guides to Neuro-Linguistic Programming. Tad and Adriana have ...
Views: 1420 - Should You Dump A Commitment Phobe? Not Before You Read This - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Yangki Christine AkitengHaving personally suffered from severe commitment phobia for many years, I know that being in love with someone who is afraid of commitment is not fun at all, but does someone's fear of commitment always have to be the end of a relationship? In real life, some people are not really meant to be ...
Views: 2572 - Should You Try To Get Your Ex Back Or Move On? - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Yangki Christine AkitengGetting back together with an ex must be something you've taken time to think about and not just an impulse decision. You need to be sure you're in it for the right reasons, if not you are just setting yourself up for another painful heartbreak -- and you know what that feels like. Do you really ...
Views: 1465 - How Quickly Do Men Fall In Love? - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Yangki Christine AkitengThe most asked question by women of all ages is: “Is he in love with me?" I have a different take on what is “love’ and what is not, but for the sake of answering this question, I’ll use the word “love" to mean romantic attraction and sexual chemistry. Romantic ...
Views: 7941 - Did You Know That You Can Make A Man Desire You So Much That He Craves You? - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Yangki Christine AkitengWe women are very good at making ourselves desirable in the beginning of a relationship but really bad at keeping the attraction after the initial “oh-wow!” wears off and the man you’ve been dating for weeks or months starts to lose interest. How do you make sure that ...
Views: 1847 - Fear Of Commitment And How You Can Defeat It Or Help Someone You Know or Love - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Yangki Christine AkitengOne of a growing number of reasons frustrated singles turn to the help of a dating coach is to help them overcome fear of commitment or help them deal with a lover’s fear of commitment. If you’ve been reading my articles, by now you know that for many years I was a commitment ...
Views: 1212 - How To Make Your Ex Miss You Enough To Want You Back - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Yangki Christine AkitengTrying to make an ex jealous in an attempt to gain deeper affection is a common playing hard-to-get tactic advocated by some "experts" and practiced by many. I know many men and women who've used this tactic and it's worked in the short term, and many more who have used it and it back fired big ...
Views: 6524(1 vote) - Does Your Ex Want You Back Or Are You Being Used? - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Yangki Christine AkitengOccasionally I get calls from men and women who want to know if their ex is using them and before I can even answer, they get into "He/she is really a good person, I really don't think he/she is using me... I guess he/she is looking deep down in his/her heart to find out what he/she really wants ...
Views: 21848 - Will Your Ex Come Back Or Contact You Again If You Use No Contact? - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Yangki Christine AkitengI have read a lot of articles and even books where people recommend going "No Contact" so that your ex misses you and wants you back. But does going NC really bring your ex back? Sometimes "absence makes the heart grow fonder" but sometimes "out of sight, out of mind" applies too. Sure, ...
Views: 3866 - Six Months To Live - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Diane Goble“I’m sorry, Martha,” the doctor said sadly, “there is nothing more medical science can offer you. It’s time to go home and call hospice, get your affairs in order and prepare to die.” What goes through someone’s mind when they hear something like that and how does one prepare to die? If it’s ...
Views: 1557 - How Likeable Are You? Your Smile Says A Lot - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Yangki Christine AkitengOne key area of personal development -- distinct from most other key areas -- that can sometimes be hard to improve is "likeability". But just what is likeability? This is simply the extent to which we are liked because people feel (real or perceived) that we are emotionally open and honest ...
Views: 1341 - Attracting Your Ex Back - Getting Past No To Getting Yes - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Yangki Christine AkitengToo many attempts at a romantic love-reunion go wrong not because the other person does not want to give the relationship another try but because the confrontational dialogue or aggressive type approach used time and again by many men and women when trying to get their ex back repeatedly damages ...
Views: 6556 - 9 Playing Hard To Get Strategies That Keep Him Or Her Interested - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Yangki Christine AkitengOnce you've piqued a man/woman's interest enough for him/her to be attracted to you, how do you keep him/her there? One way to enhance the attraction and keep his/her interest is play hard-to-get. Playing hard-to-get when done right is much more important than most people think, realize or are ...
Views: 7614(1 vote) - Realizing The Beauty Of Spring Through Winter Lawn Care - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Korbin NewlynA basic way to make sure your lawn is substantial as well as healthy each spring is to provide it with the proper lawn care throughout the months of winter and in late fall. While most lawns appear altogether hibernating throughout these months, the way that the lawn is cared for during this ...
Views: 1097 - Foreground Background Switch In Neurolinguistic Programming NLP - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Shawn CarsonThis article discusses the foreground background switch of neuro linguistic programming nlp. The foreground background switch is a variation of the classical swish pattern of nlp. Suppose you have client who has a problem. Say they have trouble dealing with a co-worker. Get the client to think ...
Views: 2981(3 votes) - Making Design Right - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Dmitri KoshelevWe have come a long way since the web revolutionised access to information. Some of the principles of good web-design are fairly well known, but as we browse the web we see the same mistakes committed over and over again. Examples include freezing the font size, bad choice of colours for text ...
Views: 1154 - Life Without Leaders - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Harlan GoergerLife without Leaders Can groups function without leadership? One of my connections on LinkedIn posed an interesting question that got me thinking. Can a Leaderless Organization Succeed? It really got everyone thinking about what Leadership really is. Whether you’re a manager, salesperson or ...
Views: 1287 - ***Take This Relationship Philosophy To Work - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Kevin BurnsA few months ago I was sent an email link to a video by Mark Gungor, a pastor from Green Bay, Wisconsin. Mark, in addition to being a pastor, is a facilitator of relationships. I watched the video and laughed so hard. Mark is also a stand-up comedian combining humor, values and real relationship ...
Views: 1282 - *** Safety Attitude's New Reality - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Kevin BurnsSafety has become a big issue these days with not only the manufacturing, construction and heavy industry sectors, but also with a growing number of office-bound organizations. Safety is an issue that I take seriously. After all, I believe that safety is an Attitude – in the same way ...
Views: 2132 - ***Confidence And The Workplace Attitude - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Kevin BurnsHave you noticed the lack of eye-contact from a clerk while being served in a retail establishment? Have you noticed some of the people you work with who are reluctant to be forthright with customers and clients either on the phone or in-person? Have you noticed a propensity in your own ...
Views: 4760 - Book Review: Your First Year in Network Marketing: Overcome Your Fears, Experience Success, and Achieve Your Dreams! - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Shelly WalkerThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Network Marketing. Millions of people have found personal success through a home business. Network Marketing and Multi Level Marketing companies or MLM’s provide a great opportunity to run your own business with very little ...
Views: 2627 - Definition: Network Marketing - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Shelly WalkerMulti-level marketing (MLM), also known as Network Marketing is a business distribution model that allows a parent multi-level marketing company to market their products directly to consumers by means of relationship referral and direct selling. Independent unsalaried salespeople of multi-level ...
Views: 7933 - Book Review: Fixing Performance Problems: Common Sense Ideas That Work - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Shelly WalkerThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Executive Coaching. Executive Coaching focuses on the needs of executives and assists them in developing their managerial and executive skills by providing feedback, tools and training. This section is dedicated to resources on ...
Views: 976 - Live A Life Of Joy - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Leslie GailEach and every one of us is capable of living a life of joy. No matter what our current beliefs or situations are, we are always capable of tapping into a strength that will bring about more peace and joy. Some of us become so preoccupied with our past, that we are literally unable to find the ...
Views: 1508(2 votes) - Definition: Executive Coaching - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Shelly WalkerCoaching is a method of directing, instructing and training a person or group of people, with the aim to achieve some goal or develop specific skills. There are many ways to coach, types of coaching and methods to coaching. Direction may include motivational speaking. Training may include ...
Views: 4305 - Book Review: 10 Simple Solutions to Adult ADD: How to Overcome Chronic Distraction & Accomplish Your Goals - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Shelly WalkerThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Adult ADD/ADHD. Adult ADD or AADD are alternate terms commonly used to describe the neurological disorder attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) when it occurs in adults. Bonnie Mincu is the Official Guide to Adult ...
Views: 2010 - Definition: Adult ADD / ADHD - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Shelly WalkerAlthough the exact prevalence of ADHD is unknown, studies thus far reveal that the condition, marked by inattentiveness, difficulty getting work done, procrastination, and/or organization problems, according to epidemiological data, involves approximately 4% to 6% of the U.S. population. It ...
Views: 2329 - Book Review: Fantastic Feet - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Shelly WalkerThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Pilates. The Pilates Method (or simply Pilates) is a physical fitness system developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates. The program focuses on the core postural muscles which help keep the body balanced and which are ...
Views: 2014(1 vote) - Definition: Pilates - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Shelly WalkerThe Pilates Method (or simply Pilates), is a physical fitness system developed in the early 20th century by Joseph Pilates. As of 2005 there are 11 million people who practice the discipline regularly and 14,000 instructors in the United States. Pilates called his method Contrology, because he ...
Views: 2951(1 vote) - Book Review: Investment University's Profit from Uranium - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Shelly WalkerThis book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Investing. For many people, financial success is an important part of self improvement. An understanding of investing will help in your journey to financial success. Alexander Green is the Official Guide to Investing. Investment ...
Views: 783 - Definition: Investing - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Shelly WalkerInvestment or investing is a term with several closely-related meanings in business management, finance and economics, related to saving or deferring consumption. An asset is usually purchased, or equivalently a deposit is made in a bank, in hopes of getting a future return or interest from it. ...
Views: 850 - Heal On Mr. Miyagi - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from lora condonJust what was Mr. Miyagi doing when he healed Daniel’s leg in the Karate Kid movie? He was doing reiki. Reiki is a Japanese healing technique that transfers energy from one person to another. It was started by Mikao Usui, and brought to America in the 1970’s. I know it all sounds hokey, ...
Views: 7922(1 vote) - ***Are Your Working Against Yourself? - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Debi BerndtA frequent complaint I hear from my clients is that the things they have been focusing on have not manifested yet. They are doing all the “right” things, believing in themselves, changing their attitude and listening to their self-hypnosis. Even though their thought process has changed ...
Views: 1126 - The Rising Path Toward Success - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from John MelansonWhat makes you tick? There are many choices one can make as far as a life/career path. The key to success lies in choosing one that is in alignment with who you are and what you truly believe. You can spend your whole life doing something that provides a decent wage and a comfortable existence. ...
Views: 1065(1 vote) - Is The Polygamist Texas Ranch The Ideal Breeding Ground for child abuse? Feng Shui Expert says, “Yes! It Was The Feng Shui” - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Chriss BarrFeng shui can be your best friend or your worst enemy. In the case of the Yearning for Zion Ranch it was the latter. These 3 things created the ideal location for child abuse at the Texas ranch: 1. The layout of the property. The Temple sits on the West side of the compound and in feng shui ...
Views: 1515 - Definition: Law of Attraction and Prosperity - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Shelly WalkerProsperity and the Law of Attraction work hand in hand to create abundance in your life. You cannot separate one from the other. If you are creating prosperity in your life, then you are using the Law of Attraction to become prosperous even if you are not consciously aware you are doing ...
Views: 1491 - Persian Cats: Grooming Techniques Part 2 - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Connie LimonCleaning the inside of the cat’s ears: This should be done last. Most cats will shake their head afterwards. If you think soap might get into the Persian’s eyes, place a tiny drop of plain, unscented mineral oil into each eye just before bathing. The Bath • Place the Persian cat in the sink ...
Views: 2481 - Definition: Good Fortune - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Shelly WalkerAre you one of those people who believe there is no such thing as the law of attraction and all quoted examples of it in action are just a matter of luck or coincidence? Are you one of the people who believe we can attract whatever we want in life through positive energy, like human magnets? ...
Views: 2525 - Definition: Peace and Prosperity - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Shelly WalkerAccording to James Allen, serenity is the supreme accomplishment. In his classic essay, "As a Man Thinketh," he describes how we shape our lives by our thoughts, and how we create a life of joy and bliss by thinking lawfully... or we create a life of misery through unlawful thoughts. True ...
Views: 7992 - Definition: Financial Prosperity - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Shelly WalkerDon't just dream of a lifestyle, it's time to go and possess the financial prosperity you have always wanted. The first thing you need to do is take responsibility for you financial future, and understand that it is not your employer's responsibility to make you rich. After you have taken ...
Views: 6261 - Definition: Laws of Prosperity - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2008 from Shelly WalkerThe dynamic law of prosperity could be called the eighth wonder of the world. When you look at it and really see it you will stand in awe. It is invisible but has very visible results. It is profound but simplistic. When you understand it and employ it you will set an unstoppable flow of ...
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