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- Exterminate Boring Meetings by Using Team Building Exercises and Icebreakers - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Greg SmithHow many meetings have you been to that are just the same old thing -- boring gatherings you cannot wait to leave. Most meetings are poorly managed and non-productive. I have been a teacher, management consultant, and meeting facilitator for over twenty years. In the hundreds of classes and ...
Views: 3453 - ***C-Level Sales Management -- Helping Salespeople Handle Gatekeepers and Voicemails - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2009 from Sam ManferAs a manager, you know your salespeople will always have trouble getting to C-levels and other influential executives. So you've got to help them with ideas, your example and a push. The first rule of gatekeepers is “Always assume your reps will be blocked,” and with this in mind have ...
Views: 3363(2 votes) - How One Woman Struggling with Finding Her Identity Created a New Life Through Yoga - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Allison FrederickBreathing Space: Twelve Lessons for the Modern Woman by Katrina Repka and Alan Finger Book Review: Rated "A" Yogis, relaxation experts and Buddhists all extol the virtues of breath for stress relief and claim breath work unlocks health-compromising stress patterns. I've never been able to ...
Views: 1750 - How to Choose the Best Types of Massage Therapy for You - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Heather BettisonWhen you examine the listings for various clinics and spas you can see that the term massage covers a large variety of styles of bodywork. There are hundreds of types of massage therapy. Each type offers a different benefit. Whether you're getting a massage to treat a painful condition or just ...
Views: 2878 - The Essential Cooking Tips for Gas Grills - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrWhen preparing food for the grill, the greatest challenge for home cooks is that grilling is an intense form of direct heat cooking, and controlling the heat can be tricky. Although most people see it as easy, grilling is actually one of the most challenging of the basic cooking methods. If ...
Views: 1247(3 votes) - 11 Awesome Things to Do This Summer - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Marilyn BohnIn the summer are you frazzled and tired of your kids at the end of every day? Are you counting the days until school starts? Summer can be a time to help spark your creativity and your child’s creativity as well. Hold a family meeting where kids can choose an activity they are interested in. ...
Views: 1845(2 votes) - 9 Tips on How to Declutter Paper in Your Home - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Marilyn BohnI remember when computers were becoming really popular and we all thought they would take care of our paper work pile ups. A man working next to me said he thought they would create more paperwork nightmares. From my observations this has become true. I have 9 tips on how to declutter paper ...
Views: 940 - Summer Cooking: Cooking Shrimp for Unlimited Uses - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrCooking shrimp at home is a wonderful, casual alternative to a night out at a restaurant. But that's only if you know how to handle shrimp and produce those beautiful professional results yourself. Unfortunately, most people have trouble with shrimp for a couple of reasons. First, there is the ...
Views: 1360(2 votes) - Sales: A Value Exchange - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Kerry Martin-MooreWe’ve all been exposed to the notion of the business cycle: customer has need/problem, determines solution to need/problem, makes decision & commitment to purchase, and finally goes through the implementation process. For the B2B salesperson, this cycle must be repeated effectively and ...
Views: 1273 - Summer Cooking: The Simple Steps for Cooking Perfect Steak - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrCooking perfect steak might mean different things to different people, but by using the same - very simple procedure, everyone can achieve their own personal definition of perfection right on their own BBQ grill. The process begins with choosing and preparing your own beef tenderloin and ends ...
Views: 1338(18 votes) - The Best and Easiest Homemade Pasta Sauce Recipes Anyone Can Master - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrDo you think you need a pasta sauce recipe to make a great pasta dinner tonight? I promise you that if you learn three of the most commonly used (and so called) culinary mother sauces, you will be creating all kinds of dishes with a never-ending variety of options. You might even find a new ...
Views: 2986(15 votes) - Tranforming the World - One Thought at a Time - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2009 from Nicolette BeardEach of us was born with a unique purpose in life. Along the road to becoming, though we may stumble and fall, the quest for true meaning guides us. Today, we are entering a period of intense transformation from a world that is off purpose, to a world that is (or soon will be) back on course. ...
Views: 1969(1 vote) - Summer Cooking: How to Marinate - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2011 from Chef Todd MohrEveryone loves to have their favorite foods cooked to perfection on the grill. And learning how to marinate is an important step in achieving this perfection. Marinating is a cooking method - or at the very least an important prelude to many cooking methods - that needs to be understood in ...
Views: 988(2 votes) - Take Charge of Your Health – Keep Track of Everything - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Megan OltmanOne of the simplest and most powerful ways to take charge of your health is to keep track of everything related to your Migraines. A good headache specialist will want to see a Migraine diary, which should include dates and duration of your Migraines, severity of pain, other symptoms, triggers ...
Views: 1079 - How to Be Resilient in a Turbulent World - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Ray WilliamsIn the 2007 World Health Statistics Report, the World Health Organization identified depression as one of the most significant global public health problems. World wide events such as recession, the effects of climate change, and terrorism events and alerts have increased the general level of ...
Views: 1269(2 votes) - How To Be Super Successful: Be Tall and Attractive? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Ray WilliamsIn an ideal world, people are hired and promoted because of their abilities, competence, attitudes and interpersonal skills--right? Maybe not. Despite how far we've come in the areas of recruiting, selecting and developing people in organizations, there's evidence that we still judge people ...
Views: 1591(2 votes) - 7 Tried and Tested Herbs as Alternative Treatments for Hypertension - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonBased on the data of the American Heart Association (AHA), almost one out of three Americans has high blood pressure. The sad part is that they are not aware that the disorder is already in their system. Only when it becomes severe by manifesting symptoms like nosebleeds, headache, or dizzy ...
Views: 1024(1 vote) - Sales: A Value Exchange - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Kerry Martin-MooreWe’ve all been exposed to the notion of the business cycle: customer has need/problem, determines solution to need/problem, makes decision & commitment to purchase, and finally goes through the implementation process. For the B2B salesperson, this cycle must be repeated effectively and ...
Views: 1199 - Gestational Diabetes – A Guide for Pregnant Moms - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Dana MortensonGestational diabetes is something that is not to be overlooked by pregnant mothers. This type of diabetes occurs during pregnancy to women who have never been diagnosed with diabetes before. The actual cause of gestational diabetes is still unknown, although there is a strong possibility that ...
Views: 1212 - Trading Up Using the 1031 Exchange - by Submitted on Jul 14, 2009 from Craig HigdonIn spite of decreasing real estate values across the nation, real estate investors continue to come up with innovative ways to make their investment turn out profitably. A powerful method for building real estate holdings is the use of 1031 Exchanges, which lets investors defer capital-gains ...
Views: 2895 - ***Do You Wake Up Happy or Anxious? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Margaret Paul"I can have a really great day, but when I wake up the next morning I feel anxious. Sometimes the better day I've had, the more anxious I am the next morning. I can't figure it out." I hear this over and over from my clients. What is happening here? The Tyranny of the Ego Wounded ...
Views: 7239(6 votes) - New Ideas About Retirement - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Steve GillmanThe very concept of retirement is flawed. It is based on several false premises. First is the premise that at a certain age you are no longer able to provide economic value. That is clearly nonsense as shown by the many millionaire entrepreneurs and business people in the sixties, seventies and ...
Views: 1415 - Are You Plugged Into the Field of Blessings? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Christie PenningtonSome call it the “Morphogenetic Field”, some call it the greater “Mind Field” or simply the “Field”, I call it the “Field Of Blessings”. Regardless of what it is called, it is a palpable energy Field. Most of us know someone for whom life seems to work, at least most of the time. Those fortunate ...
Views: 960 - The SEC –Patrolling the Domestic Penny Stock Shores - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from John Paul WhitefootDuring the worst economic crisis since the Great Depression, a little confidence can go a long way. It’s even better when the vote of confidence does what it’s actually suppose to do - - instill confidence. The Obama administration unveiled a sweeping regulatory overhaul aimed at restoring ...
Views: 1119 - Double the EFT Benefits - by Submitted on Jul 07, 2009 from Kate BeedersHere’s a great story worth sharing to show the unexpected and terrific results that often happen with EFT. “Mary” worked as a waitress that was known for their delicious hot rolls. Patrons coming to the restaurant often indulged in eating several rolls a piece. Unfortunately, Mary, liked ...
Views: 2014(3 votes) - 2 Ways to Boost Your Self-Esteem and Build a Positive Mental Attitude Immediately - by Submitted on Jul 17, 2009 from Roger SeipNo matter what your profession, building self-esteem and confidence in yourself is the key to success business interactions. All things being equal, the higher your conviction in yourself, the higher your results will be. So, how do you build your own positive mental attitude, self-esteem and ...
Views: 1722(6 votes) - Article Marketing: Repurpose Your ONE Article in 3 Easy Steps! - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Tracey LawtonSo, you’ve written your ezine article and published it in your ezine – now what? Do you just let it sit there, never to see the light of day again, or do you repurpose it and let it really work for you to grow your list? I say the latter – repurpose your article and let it build your ...
Views: 1132 - Introverts: So Many Ideas, So Little Time - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Joanne Julius HunoldCreative people, introvert and extrovert alike, tend to be idea-generators. It’s fun; it’s inspiring and motivating to have an abundance of ideas and projects. However, the follow-through can sometimes be lacking, and then inspiration turns into frustration. Here are some tips (with my ...
Views: 1067 - ***The John Edwards Affair - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Colin TippingIf I had known earlier what I have just learned from reading excerpts, in Newsweek, taken from Elizabeth Edwards' recently released book, I would have gone out and put money on the absolute inevitability of her husband's infidelity. I am quite certain that John Edwards had no choice in the ...If ...
Views: 3360 - The Importance of Eating Eggs - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Jaret GrossmanEggs are one of the best sources of protein. The egg has a biological value of 94%, meaning that 94% of the caloric value is actually digestible. This is the highest biological value of any protein source out there, so it is really going to create an anabolic factor and maximize your muscle ...
Views: 7306 - *** Cleaning and Organizing a Garage - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Get OrganizedCleaning a garage is one of the more arduous tasks that home owners need to tackle. Therefore, it should be treated with the proper level of preparation. Most likely, this task will take an entire day, if not a weekend at least. Unfortunately, garages have a tendency to become the messiest parts ...
Views: 1612 - What Could Be the Benefits of Training in Taekwondo for You? - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Deborah JeffreysAfter all why bother? Isn't it easier to sit on the sofa and watch TV all evening? We think you should bother because put simply regular martial arts training will change your life. Forever. Who are we? We are a regular family. Mum Deb, Dad Neil and Daughter Leah. We train together in ...
Views: 2161(1 vote) - Take Charge of Your Own Breast Health - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Paul RodgersIn North America, the incidence of Breast Cancer has increase almost three-fold in 40 years, going from 1 in 20 in the 1960’s to 1 in 8 today. From the age of twenty, women should do monthly breast self-examinations. Breast cancers tend to grow significantly faster in younger women under age 50. ...
Views: 787 - NEVER Answer The ONE Question Prospects Always Ask (If You Want Clients) - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2009 from Fabienne FredricksonOne of the best things to do to quickly establish credibility, get massive exposure, and attract new clients, is speaking. Hands down. Whether you organize your own seminars on a regular basis to continually fill the pipeline (the way I did for years), or get booked for talks to “pre-formed” ...
Views: 780 - *** How to Let Go of Being Right to Get What You Want - by Submitted on Aug 25, 2013 from Valery SatterwhiteYour Inner Critic, that nagging internal voice of self-doubt and fear loves to be right! Being right, to that egoistic nagger, is associated with being worthy. In order to feel worthy you have to be right! At the expense of everything else you want in life. Would you rather be right or ...
Views: 963(2 votes) - Things You Should Know When Traveling with Your Pet - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Cyril OsakweIf you are a pet owner, chances are at one point or another you will find yourself traveling with your pet. Whether you are simply going on vacation or moving to a new place, you need to make sure that you make your travel arrangements carefully so your pet experiences as little stress as ...
Views: 889(1 vote) - Is a Timber Framed Home Green or Sustainable? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Daniel ADDEY-JIBBIt’s not uncommon to see claims in our industry that timber frame structures and the wall & roof panels used to enclose them are green and sustainable – but is this really the case? I thought it would be interesting to look a bit deeper into these questions to try to uncover the facts. The ...
Views: 1027 - Steps to a Stronger Tomorrow - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from John Meredith"A thousand-mile journey begins with the first step" and can only be taken one step at a time. If you don't let a teacher know what level you are -- by asking a question, or revealing your ignorance -- you will not learn or grow. You cannot pretend for long, for you will eventually be found ...
Views: 697 - Use E-mail Marketing to Make Money Today - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Alex SmithEmail marketing is a great way to make a bit of cash online and in this article will be hints and tips telling you how to do just that. Create an Email List- An email marketing program will be successful when you send the emails to a targeted email list. This article will highlight why ...
Views: 609 - Tips to Make Money on Your Website - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Alex SmithDO something that will brand your website as your site must have an identity that people are aware of. For example choose titles and create logos that will remind users of what your website is about. DO pay attention to both style and content. Having good quality content on your site is ...
Views: 638 - Home Remedy for Urinary Tract Infection that You Can Have Faith In - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Alvin HopkinsonIt can be quite exhausting trying to find a home remedy for urinary tract infection. Most of the time, it’s because we’re taking the advice from a person that can’t experience the discomfort you feel from such an infection. What’s needed is urinary tract infection cures that will work, ...
Views: 781 - How Desirable Are You? - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraAre you known as a desirable person? By saying this, I mean do you have attractive people wanting to be close to you, pursuing you or asking you for dates—friendly or romantic? I have a pal who complained that nobody asked her out, ever. I asked why and she had a lot of reasons. She said it was ...
Views: 642 - The Shrouded Misunderstanding of Prostate Cancer - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Menno SpijkstraWith the complex, modern lifestyle that men have to keep up with, it may not be surprising that a significant proportion of the male populace is beset by threatening and deadly diseases. Being constantly exposed to high stress conditions and the inability to be conscientious about their health, ...
Views: 873 - Korach and Bullies: A Question - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Rabbi Simcha WeinbergHaving been the poster child of the 99lb weakling for all those Charles Atlas ads in the back of my childhood comic books, I feel that I must inform my friends, and for that matter, my enemies as well, of my brute strength. My pinky can counteract the gravity of an entire planet that weighs over ...
Views: 789 - Get into the Modern Style of Sales and Trash the Old School Way of Selling - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Mark TewartThe truth is that most of sales gurus are peddling old fashioned information. They’re only teaching 25 tips, or 10 rules, or a “road map” to sales success. That’s the old school approach. The reality today is that sales success takes more than sales skills. You need proficiency beyond the ...
Views: 1016 - Sundown, Letdown - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Deborah McIncrowSundown, letdown; why is it that when the sun sets, the dishwasher’s ready for its evening spin and all is quiet in your home that the desire to consume food is such a powerful force? It’s as though when twilight is upon us it stirs up feelings, thoughts and behaviors inside our mind, body and ...
Views: 1077 - Lose the Deprivation and Lose Weight - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Suzanne ReilleyBy now it seems that most of us know how to eat healthfully. Well then why aren’t more of us content with our eating habits and living at a healthy weight? There are a number of factors at play here, and I’d like to mention one in particular. For many people, food choices are a bit black ...
Views: 804 - Reduce Your Workout Resistance - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Suzanne ReilleyIt’s such an amazing time of year. The sunshine is finally warming the air, and everyone is out with their flip flops, sunscreen, and flowers. Since many of us have been cooped up all winter, this can be a great time to re-evaluate our workout routines (or lack thereof) and shake off some of ...
Views: 838 - 7 Tips: Have Good Karma with Your Caffeine - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Intent.com AuthorsSince we’re on the topic of energy this week, I thought I would dedicate at least one blog entry to caffeine. Commonly found in coffee and tea, caffeine can also be found in chocolate, energy drinks and soda. According to Wikipedia, 90% of North American adults consume caffeine on a daily ...
Views: 1032 - A Personal Reflection on Ways to Increase Energy - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2009 from Intent.com Authors1. Maintain adequate hydration: While it used to be said that the average sedentary person should drink 8 X 8 ounce glasses of water a day, this has come into question. Some experts say that this includes foods that contain water. In addition, while the thirst mechanism is said to kick in ...
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