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- Determine The Best RC Helicopters To Accompany Your Skill Level - by Submitted on Jul 11, 2011 from Scott JonesThe opportunities of radio controlled vehicles have drastically grown in popularity over the past few decades as more people try to take advantage of the one of a kind possibilities that are offered by means of this hobby. This incredible popularity was initially brought on by the utilization of ...
Views: 762 - Need help dealing with difficult people? - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2011 from Bruce MillsDealing with a difficult Person can be as hard as a buried ball in the sand. Is dealing with difficult people as challenging as they claim. Can you remember that last time that you had to deal with difficult people? Personally I hate arguments but I have never managed to evade them fully. You ...
Views: 1463 - You are what you Think - by Submitted on Jul 08, 2011 from cedric riceWe are captive to the thoughts that we allow to take control of our minds. There are always different trains of thought which comes into each of our lives to influence our actions. The thought that wins is the thought that latches on and controls our actions so in that sense we are what we ...
Views: 1283 - One Degree - by Submitted on Jul 09, 2011 from Belinda LamsI want change and I want it now!!!!! I want the room to be organized, the fat to melt off, the winning lottery ticket... Living in a culture of immediate gratification, it's a challenge for many of us to stay on track for more than 5 minutes. If we don't see substantial quick and easy ...
Views: 1052 - 5 Simple Secrets to Builiding a Habit that Lasts - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2011 from Julie GrayWhenever I decide to introduce a new habit into my life, the doubting voice inside my head shouts, “You think you are going to be able to keep that up? Forever?!Who do you think you are– Wonder Woman?” This default response occurs whether I feel the itch to start a new yoga practice or ...
Views: 848 - The #1 Storage Mistake and How to Avoid It - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2011 from Julie GrayThis month has been filled with so many fun organizing projects and amazing transformations! In a matter of minutes one client cleared out three closets full of clothes that no longer fit her and made room not only for more storage but also for greater self-acceptance. She was ...
Views: 978 - The great legalisation debate - by Submitted on Jul 04, 2011 from Steven ThomsonAs long as there are users of dagga, there will probably be proponents of the view that it should be legalised. While it is not my aim here to further inflame an already volatile area of controversy, I want to use this article to explore some of the issues surrounding the legalisation debate, ...
Views: 1739(1 vote) - 5 Simple and Effective Home Organizational Tools - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2011 from Heidi DeCouxAre you an organizing addict? On a day off do you find yourself walking around the aisles of the nearest organization store appreciating the baskets, containers, hangers, gadgets, and all the other “must haves”? We have goals for organizing home paperwork, closets, drawers and other rooms and ...
Views: 1168 - Adapt One Good Habit Expense Tracking For Better Investment - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Aaron SmithPeople have different goals every year. And many of us have goal of making money or managing money. But to manage money you need some baseline information about it. It is important to understand your expenses, they help in gathering information that where your money goes. Now a days with ...
Views: 1041 - Identifying and Altering Your Bad Habits - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2012 from Kevin SinclairDespite what some might think, everyone has bad habits. Many people have bad habits that have plagued them in many areas of their lives, but they need to understand that the first step is to admit that they have these bad habits. People don't realize when bad habits are sneaking up on them. ...
Views: 772 - Small Simple Steps Make the Biggest Difference – Create a Positive Domino Effect in Your Life - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2011 from Julia JamesFeeling overwhelmed seems to be a constant in most people’s lives today. Too much work, endless to-do lists, too many demands, too many bills to pay, too much! This may lead to feeling helpless and unable to do anything. When faced with the challenge of too much, we often think that we have ...
Views: 1769(1 vote) - Discover your Mission and Purpose - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Andrew HortonI often wrestle with the concept of what the mission and purpose of our lives actually is. Of the many different ideas I have discovered, the one that rings true with me, is the ability and willingness to live our full potential. Every virtue, treasure and reward in life is dependent on us ...
Views: 1534(1 vote) - Good Habits - Bad Habits. Are you Sure? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Edith SiegGood Habits – Bad Habits. Are you sure? Good Habits: Work hard, Play hard. Lead by example. Bad Habits: Alcohol is bad for you. Banish procrastination. We all have beliefs about what are good habits and what are bad habits. My grandfather said that eating an egg or two a day was good for ...
Views: 1936 - Coaching: 5 Limiting Habits that block you from success - by Submitted on May 31, 2013 from Kate SinerThere are some habits that get in the way of our taking our next steps and achieving our goal. This article addresses three common limiting habits: negative self-talk, fear, and disbelief and suggests alternative behaviors that are more supportive of the success you desire. Negative ...
Views: 1394 - Leadership: Passion and Balance - by Submitted on May 31, 2013 from Kate SinerHow do those who are deeply passionate about their work balance their lives? I have written a few articles on the topic of balance and could list several ways “to balance your life” but that does not seem to answer the deeper question that is being asked. This question I suspect is much more ...
Views: 1391 - Victorious Living Part 6 - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Charles EduardosSo much of our internal processing is happening at warp speed, and happens beneath our conscious awareness. So once again I say it's going to take practice, and persistence, to become a skilled observer. I know that you can do this, you can achieve mastery. And, as you begin to intentionally run ...
Views: 1246 - I Liked the Old School Best - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from cedric riceWe definitely live in a different day and time. The new mentality, even the new corporate mentality seems to be self preservation at all costs. It seems to me that there is no such thing as customer’s rights anymore. Business is designed to make all of the money it can possibly make regardless ...
Views: 1302 - Women in Business: Do You Have Stick-tuitive-ness? - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Karen Keller, Ph.D.When it comes to being in business, the road to success can be long and hard, marked by many highs and lows and everything in between. Like life, our business can make us ride an emotional roller coaster - if we let it. We may jump for joy when we land a new client or enter into a profitable ...
Views: 1846 - Office Organization - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2011 from Thomas JankowskiAn office organized Instead of using another person's definition of the organization, let me ask: How do you want to be organized? When it comes to getting people organized usually get an impression of a clean desk and clear with a document not for him. However, my experience as an ordained ...
Views: 1112 - Level Three Integrity: I like Green Eggs, by Doug Grady - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2019 from Doug GradyTake a moment right now to think of a few foods you particularly disliked when you were younger but now enjoy as an adult. For me there was brussel sprouts, broccoli, spinach and eggplant. As a child I was required to eat these foods because they were “good for me.” I certainly would not have ...
Views: 1884(1 vote) - How Organizing Your Office Closet Can Make You More Productive - by Submitted on Jun 21, 2011 from Heidi DeCouxHome offices that don’t use their space effectively can become cluttered and unruly. That is why finding space for your home filing systems is so crucial. Many times home offices are smaller rooms, this makes it important to use every inch of available space efficiently including the closet. ...
Views: 1157(1 vote) - Being and Loving Your Authentic Self - by Submitted on Jun 18, 2011 from Jackie RobergeDo you really love yourself? That is a tough question. How do we know if we do or not? I like to think about loving oneself like having a permanent, ever present best friend. So how do best friends behave towards one another? First of all they encourage each other. They see the best in ...
Views: 2133 - Stop Procrastinating Now - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Lisa WalshAccording to a recent poll 20% of the population are chronic procrastinators, does the following sound familiar: …making a decision for no valid reason to delay or not complete a task or goal you’ve committed too, and instead doing something of lesser importance,despite there being negative ...
Views: 1098 - For it is Easier to Save than Delete: 5 Ways to Help You Hit the Delete Button - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Nick GrimshaweThe other day I sat at my desk at work looking at all the files saved on my desktop and realized that finding the time to delete files that no longer served any purpose would take some dedicated time and effort on my part. Meanwhile saving files is a snap. Just click save, and voila, another ...
Views: 1350(1 vote) - The Key to Preparedness - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from cedric riceDo you Prepare for your Upcoming Day The key to having as smooth a day as possible is being prepared for the challenges that it will bring. The worst thing that you can ever do is to procrastinate when you have an upcoming task. There is always something that you can and need to do in order ...
Views: 1140 - Nose to the Grindstone - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Vickie GriffithHave you ever heard the term “keep your nose to the grindstone?” Although sources cite different origins to the phrase, it has come to describe someone who works hard and steady at something that is tedious and boring. Many historians believe that the origin of the phrase was passed down ...
Views: 1429 - A primer on how to change habits, be more productive, and improve your health - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2011 from Scott Q MarcusMost of life is done by rote. For most of us, alarm clocks buzz the same time every morning. The average grocery store stocks over 38,000 items; yet the standard shopper goes to the same store every week, usually on the same day, and chooses from the same few dozen items every outing. We ...
Views: 1085 - Revisiting the Seven Habits - by Submitted on Jun 09, 2011 from Karen KleinwortIt’s been almost a decade since I read the infamous self-help book The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Steven Covey, but it’s such a helpful tool that it came as no real surprise when I recently felt compelled to re-read it. As I did so, I found myself wondering if I had addressed or ...
Views: 1186 - The Top 7 Excuses That Are Holding Back Your Small Business Success - by Submitted on Jun 08, 2011 from Jennifer HazlettDo you have bad habits in your business? Are there things you repeatedly do just out of habit? You know you could be holding yourself back from success but you continue making excuses. I'm sure you've heard the quote by Tony Robbins, "If you do what you've always done, you'll get what you've ...
Views: 859 - Executive Challenge #11: "I Get No Real Holiday Time Because I'm Always In Contact With the Office." - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2011 from Brenda BenceIn this article, I want to address the issue of executives and their planned holidays that simply turn into “working somewhere other than the office.” Do any of these scenarios sound familiar to you? - You choose your hotel or resort because it has a wireless connection that will allow ...
Views: 1202 - The Mentality of the Young Entrepreneur - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Ken SundheimIf you think successful entrepreneurship does not come with a price tag, think once again. Then, another time after that. At an early age, I feel hardened. I joke a lot with my friends. However, when it comes to business, I feel that I don't smile as much as I would if I were an ...
Views: 1156(3 votes) - 8 Great Ways to Support Your Growth - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Belinda LamsI was walking along the streets of New York the other day, when I noticed a business sign posted in a construction zone. It said, 'Spring Scaffolding'. These two words immediately conjured up a couple of ideas. The first word is obvious: we're entering the Spring season. As I walk ...
Views: 1316 - The Inner Factors Of Success - by Submitted on Jun 01, 2011 from Dawn FlemingBecoming successful in any field or endeavor does not happen by luck. Hard work and determination might be where some people would begin. However, there are several inner key factors that set apart those who demonstrate success. Statistics show that 4 out of 5 businesses fail within the first ...
Views: 1155 - Dare to be Yourself - by Submitted on May 31, 2011 from cedric riceAre you afraid to be the person that you really are? If so why? Most people will define themselves by the perceived reactions of others rather than their own individual accomplishments and abilities. Don't judge yourself by the actions of others. Many times other people have something to gain by ...
Views: 3402 - Treat your small business to a make over - by Submitted on May 31, 2011 from Heidi DeCouxA thriving business relies on both people and systems. You’ve recently acknowledged your administrative professionals for the important role they play in your business. Now it’s time to assess the contribution that your systems have given and maybe spend time giving your systems a minor ...
Views: 880 - Chronic Stress can lead to overeating - by Submitted on May 29, 2011 from Julie SimonYou certainly don’t need me to tell you to reduce stress. We all feel the effects of it regularly, from tension in our bodies to chronic headaches and illnesses. Stress in small doses can actually be useful. The stress you feel before a big exam may just be the motivation you need to increase ...
Views: 1342 - Make the Right Choices - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from cedric riceMake the Right Choices Every choice that we make in life whether it is big or small has consequences attached to it. We are not in control of everything that happens in life but the overall responsibility is ours. The sum of our choices generally is the reason that we are in whatever place ...
Views: 1376 - Turn your Natural Rhythms into a Cycle of Success - by Submitted on May 24, 2011 from Andrew HortonTurn your Natural Rhythms into a Cycle of Success Keynote Inspirational Speakers We operate best when we allow our bodies and minds time to recover after intense periods of effort. If we try to operate at high levels of intensity for prolonged periods of time without allowing time for ...
Views: 1260 - THE BASIC HABITS THAT LEAD TO SUCCESS - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Pat MussieuxI have been doing a lot of networking and public speaking these past months! It seems that, wherever I go, I am constantly asked about my daily and weekly habits – “What do you do on a regular basis to succeed?” For many years, I just assumed that what I did – everyone did! Well, you know ...
Views: 1664(1 vote) - Learn from your Experiences - by Submitted on May 21, 2011 from cedric riceA wise man will learn from his mistakes and the mistakes of others. I once listened to a Special Forces Sergeant who related his Vietnam experiences to me. One thing that he told me is that he would never be the first to try something new. He would stand clear and see if it worked. If it did he ...
Views: 1526 - The Fantasy of Perfectionism - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from Scott Q MarcusI am a perfect-o-holic. Sure, I know it’s folly; yet I can picture that magical happy place where all goes according to plan and everything works out as I imagined. I have a plan. Today, I become the pinnacle of modern workplace efficiency. Without exception, every single solitary item on ...
Views: 1211 - Snakes don't like Altitude - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from cedric riceI don’t know how true that this saying is but I have heard that snakes can’t stand altitude. They story goes that a pilot was flying a plane only to discover that it was filled with rattlesnakes after he had taken off. When he called the control tower his instructions were to go higher because ...
Views: 6551 - What do we really mean by Thinking Outside of the Box - by Submitted on May 20, 2011 from cedric riceThis term has become popular within the last few years and makes a lot of sense but my question to you is this: Are you capable of thinking out of the box? We generally solve problems based on what we know to be true and what has worked or seemed to work in past experiences. Now generally this ...
Views: 3307 - 5 Steps to a Perfectly Organized Linen Closet - by Submitted on May 22, 2011 from Heidi DeCouxWhat do you see when you open your linen closet? Do you wish your tumbled bunches of sheets and towels were neat folded stacks? Ideally you should know at a glance both the inventory of your closet and where each item is located. A typical linen closet contains sheets, table linens and towels ...
Views: 1650 - Letting Go Of Your Old Self - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from Adam BenedettoFinding out who you really are is about letting go of who you think you are. We develop certain ideas of who we are and hold onto them, even if they do not fit the real us. Sometimes our habits and even certain ways of being feel so real that we cannot imagine living without them. What do you ...
Views: 4683 - How to become more Productive - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from cedric riceThe man or woman who wants to get more out of life strives to become more productive. When we think of productivity we normally think of a workplace contribution but productivity can apply to our hobbies and also to sport. When we talk about being more productive we are talking about getting ...
Views: 1344(1 vote) - How to become more Productive - by Submitted on May 15, 2011 from cedric riceThe man or woman who wants to get more out of life strives to become more productive. When we think of productivity we normally think of a workplace contribution but productivity can apply to our hobbies and also to sport. When we talk about being more productive we are talking about getting ...
Views: 1093 - Empowered From Within - 4 Solutions to Overcome the Habit of Quitting - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Alicia IsaacsDo you give up at the first sign of difficulty? When you make a decision to do something and you stumble upon obstacles, do you lose interest, momentum and finally give up? Do you find yourself going from one thing to another because you find it difficult to understand or too much work ...
Views: 1252 - Empowered From Within - 4 Mindsets to Change Your Perspective to Overcome the Habit of Quitting - by Submitted on May 17, 2011 from Alicia IsaacsStruggling with the habit of quitting comes about as a result of the way we've come to view situations or tasks that appear difficult at first. Anytime you choose to do something new you'll be faced with the initial learning curve and many times we interpret this as being difficult. So in order ...
Views: 789 - THROUGH ALL ,BUT I'M STILL KICKING - by Submitted on May 12, 2011 from Sandile BhenguI like the inpirational quoute by Helen Steiner Rice which say, This too shall pass. I am the living proof of that true all the challenges that the life may bring apon you, but you and I possess the strength to succeed. From an underpriviledged area, and without resources enough to go on, and ...
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