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- Coaching by Phone: Etiquette When the Call Begins - by Submitted on May 19, 2015 from Germaine PorcheAt the beginning of your coaching call, ask, “How much time do we have?” The answer may surprise you. Sometimes we believe we’ll have an hour, only to have the player respond, “Oh, about twenty minutes.” It’ll happen to you, too. It doesn't matter if we've previously established the length ...
Views: 1270 - Single Mom Learning the Basics - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2014 from Jessica RectorB and I go on our second play group to a music sensory, and I'm not sure how it's going to go. The first play group with other moms and kids we went on two weeks ago could have gone better. There were about 25 moms everywhere and even more kids. I was overwhelmed, and he was ...
Views: 1268 - Where is the path to joy and love? - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2015 from Manfred Johannsen. It is very common among most people to resist joy and love. Why is it so? Most people have an unconscious resistance against giving. They think that they have to receive first to get something in return. But this is the wrong way round. You will first receive after you have given. Many ...
Views: 1267 - Dedicated to Iraq and Afghanistan Combat Veterans: - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2014 from Abigail FazelatThe two most recent wars in both Iraq and Afghanistan have left hundreds of thousands of U.S. combat soldiers in utter mental distress. The U.S. Department of Veterans’ Affairs has even conducted an intensive study as to what wartime activities were especially provocative to combat soldiers, and ...
Views: 1266 - Living a Balanced Life - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2016 from Mitra ShahidiLiving a balanced life. To lose balance sometimes for love is part of living a balanced life. ~ Elizabeth Gilbert Living a balanced life is essential for personal effectiveness, peace of mind and living well. We have to realize that we can’t have everything and do everything at the same ...
Views: 1266 - Why be middle class when you can be rich? - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2009 from Sandeep NathDo you really want to stay middle class or be rich? All you need do is decide to be rich. For starters, let’s get some definitions clear. ‘How to’ means a method, a way of doing things. ‘Rich’ means you do not spend your time to earn money. And ‘Middle class’ means you do not abuse your body ...
Views: 1266(3 votes) - Top Ten Smartphones - by Submitted on Oct 28, 2011 from Ben JohnsonEveryone has different opinions about which mobile phone is the best but thanks to What Mobile we can give you a great review based top 10 phones out at the moment, this list will show which mobile phones at the moment are the best available and the top ten phones range from blackberry’s to LG’s ...
Views: 1265 - Workaholic or Peak Performer? - by Submitted on May 30, 2013 from Richard ClarkeThe work place is a competitive environment, and is even more competitive in recent times. With promotions becoming all the more important, people are willing to do whatever needs to be done to keep their jobs or get a new one. To get the “bit extra”, you need to do that bit extra, ...
Views: 1265 - Quick Stress Reduction Strategies for Busy Women: Download Your Brain and Get Grounded - by Submitted on Feb 05, 2011 from Melissa McCreeryIf your head is spinning with all you have to do and the feeling of too much on your plate, here’s one of my favorite quick stress relief tips. Download your brain and get grounded. Holiday stress, worries about money, the pressures of work or running your own business, managing schedules, and ...
Views: 1264 - The Autombile in Our Social Predicament - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2011 from Grampa KenOriginally used as basic transportation for home and business the automobile has become much more since the days of the Model T Ford. Today it supports a major industry as well as a wonderful convenience and better standard of living for so many. But the negative aspects of this great invention ...
Views: 1264(1 vote) - Law of Attraction - Loving the Busy Life! - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2009 from Maria MeinersOne of the complaints of modern day living is that life is just so dang busy! And while some people thrive on this kind of lifestyle, others find themselves drained, overwhelmed and frustrated by it all. So what can you do about it? Manifesting with the Law of Attraction gives you a way to ...
Views: 1263(2 votes) - Tax Controversy Service - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2014 from Intern OntrixTax Controversy Service is designed to assist individuals and businesses with complicated tax issues. Our service mission is to build long-term, trusting relationships with our clients. New and complex tax regulations, combined with strengthened tax authority’s enforcement policies, make it ...
Views: 1263 - 7 Character Traits of an Extraordinary Entrepreneur - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2012 from Melanie Benson StrickIn 2001 I discovered I was a much better entrepreneur than I was a corporate ladder climber. As I turned in my 2-week notice at Motorola after 10 years in business, I was ecstatic to finally be my own boss. Over the next 18 months I was broke, frustrated, overwhelmed and doubting my ability to ...
Views: 1262(1 vote) - Appreciating My Double Life - by Submitted on Aug 18, 2010 from Susan VernicekBy Susan Vernicek Do you live a double life like many of us do? Do you like your double life? My goal is to run the magazine full time in an office and not in a one room studio/bedroom that I have now. I want an office where my staff and I can all be together turning our creative ideas into ...
Views: 1262(3 votes) - Mid-life, What the bleep is happening? - by Submitted on Oct 09, 2013 from Donna MarkussenNow that I’m in my 50’s, I realize more and more that aging is an unconscious process and creeps up on you when you least expect it. Even though I feel healthy and take care of myself physically, there is always something showing up to remind me of my age. As I began my 50’s, my eyesight began ...
Views: 1260 - Stress and Managing It's effect on Your Health - by Submitted on Oct 31, 2011 from odette worrellSo what exactly is stress? According to Hans Selye, an MD PHD, the man who coined the phrase, “stress is a non-specific response of the body to any demand for change”. Change can be mental, physical, environmental and emotional. What this means to us is that because our life is always changing, ...
Views: 1260 - THE FOUNDATION OF THE 21ST CENTURY SHALL BE SPIRITUAL ECONOMICS - by Submitted on Jan 10, 2013 from Yuga Rishi Shriram SharmaRegarding the viewpoint of mankind the World Health Organization has placed before the world some astounding statistics. According to it, the world over at present, about 10 billion people suffer from myopia (such patients cannot see far off objects). This news can cause a lot of worry for ...
Views: 1260(1 vote) - Why Employees’ Leisure Interests are Good for Business - by Submitted on Apr 28, 2010 from Peter NichollsRemember the last time a long-term employee left your organization? Remember all the valuable things he/she could do that weren’t required in their job specification? The unofficial event organizer, counselor, mediator, computer whizz, to name just a few. Sometimes the person is remembered more ...
Views: 1260(5 votes) - 8 Steps to SUCCESS by Taking Charge of Your Life: Part 2 of 2 - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2010 from Kris CavanaughPart 2 – All Engines “GO” In our previous article (http://begintoshift.com/wp/?p=600) we discussed the first four steps in our two-part series on “8 Steps to SUCCESS by Taking Charge of Your Life.” In the following segment, we’ll go through the final four steps that will help you “take off” ...
Views: 1258 - How To Find Your Dream Job In 2013 - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2013 from Jessica SweetWant to know how to find your dream job in 2013? You've come to the right place! It's the time of year again when all of us resolve to quit this and start that. To be fitter, slimmer, and better looking. You're ready for change and that includes changing your awful job. If your ...
Views: 1258 - Lost In Space and loving it (a little less doing, goes a long way) - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2012 from Jamee TenzerFor the last two weeks, I have had more space in my schedule and it has been wonderful. More space means that I have time to think. Time to do whatever needs to be done in that moment. Time to see friends that I have been meaning to see for too long. And where did I find this time you ...
Views: 1258 - Single Moms Rushing Your Life Away - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2014 from Jessica RectorBlaise "always" takes a nap at a certain time, and like clock work he wakes up at the same time. After months of this routine, nothing has changed. So why would I think today would be any different. Well, like I say, Welcome to Momhood... where even the predictable is unpredictable. I get B's ...
Views: 1258 - 5 Steps to Approaching your Current Employer About Telecommuting - by Submitted on Aug 11, 2009 from Phil MonteroA question I am often asked by people who would like to telecommute is, "How do I approach my manager or boss about this subject?" Many people fear that if they suggest telecommuting, or even working from home occasionally, that they will be viewed as "less than serious" about their job. Of ...
Views: 1256(1 vote) - HOPE & RESILIENCE When the possible feels impossible - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2012 from Elizabeth McNallyHope, being the flickering light that gleams and brightens the dimmest paths, permitting to grasp at dreams, wholeheartedly, even when circumstances seem to alienate all positive outcome probabilities. You’ve known, I’m sure, people who have made it beyond their dreams. What makes them ...
Views: 1256 - How To Create The Balance Of Life? - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2019 from Madolyn Kuo“Fortunate, indeed, is the man who takes exactly the right measure of himself and holds a just balance between what he can acquire and what he can use.” – Peter Latham What is the balance of life? What does the balance of life mean to you? Is the balance of life the same to everyone? I ...
Views: 1256 - How Many Other Things Are We Missing? - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2011 from Anthon St MaartenThere are many things that may be considered as lacking in the world today, and there are many lightworkers, dreamers and activists who make every effort to remind us of these missing elements. But one aspect that is too seldom addressed is our lack of true appreciation and ...
Views: 1254(3 votes) - Time Management Tips for Working Students - by Submitted on Jul 05, 2018 from Albert DavidSteve Marboli once said “The power to change your life lies in the simplest of steps” The old adage is still a classic and one of the best teachings you will find on the web today. Everyone is gifted same 24 hours in a day and the fact that how you go through with those ...
Views: 1254 - 3 Ways to Positively Grow Your Business with Gratitude - by Submitted on Aug 06, 2013 from Joey FaucetteYou’re increasing your sales. Your team is more productive. You get out of the office earlier to do what you love with those you love… …and yet there’s something missing. You struggle to keep all the business plates spinning simultaneously. It’s exhausting to be you some days. Your family and ...
Views: 1253(1 vote) - A Quick Travel Getaway To A Fantasyland (Literally) - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2019 from Hotels Etc.comSometimes everyone needs a little vacation. Atlantic City provides just that. You’ll find a wide variety of casino’s, nightlife, the boardwalk, and much more. Whether you’re just spending the day or staying the weekend you’ll never have a dull moment. The Hilton Casino Resort is one place not ...
Views: 1253(1 vote) - Taming my Over-Commitment Monster - by Submitted on Dec 05, 2012 from Debbi DickinsonMy inner monsters are those characteristics about myself that I don’t like very much. These are traits that I’ve worked hard at over the years to minimize; but occasionally one will rear its ugly head. Some of these character defects are: anger, pride, procrastination, over-committing, ...
Views: 1253 - Expat Life and Staying Mentally Healthy - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2013 from Jen JonesThe giant steps you take when relocating overseas Moving abroad is a pretty big decision for anyone to make. And if you’re a prospective expat, it involves undertaking a lot of research before even buying your airline ticket. The things people need to arrange before moving abroad include the ...
Views: 1252(1 vote) - Going Back to Work After Giving Birth - by Submitted on Apr 26, 2014 from Jessica RectorI arrive at the doctor's office five minutes late. It seems that's par for the course when you have a baby. It takes a lot for me to get anywhere. Gone are the days where I can wake up, throw on some clothes, pull my hair in a ponytail, grab a quick bite, brush my teeth, and head out the door in ...
Views: 1252 - How To Create the Inner Happiness of Work-Life Balance - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2014 from Michael MantellRemember when the technology experts tried to sell us on the notion that all of their gadgets would free us up, give us more leisure time and make life so much more enjoyable? We've been fooled into thinking that being offered the opportunity to “telecommute,” or work from anywhere we choose, ...
Views: 1252 - Reduce Holiday Stress with Breath Awareness - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2010 from David KrajovicHolidays are often stressful. Despite the fun and excitement of this time of year, it is hard to get by without added stress. With good intentions we take on new tasks and activities to ensure a happy holiday for our family and friends. We do more than time allows. This leaves us tired, ...
Views: 1252(2 votes) - Drones Are Transforming The Way We Shop For Homes - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2016 from Emma LawsonThe recent explosion of technology has permeated nearly every aspect of life, including the way home buyers make their purchase decisions. One of the most profound impacts on the real estate market has been the adoption of drone technology as a way of advertising available homes or other ...
Views: 1251 - Setting Boundaries - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2012 from Sandra DawesCreating boundaries – it sounds like something you would hear in a therapy session or read about in a self-help book, but what does it really mean? For me, it means being self-aware, able to know and express to others what is acceptable in my life. This has not been an easy feat for me by any ...
Views: 1251(1 vote) - The Year of Living Dazzingly - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2011 from Kirsten MahoneyOn February 14, 2008, nearly six months ago to the day, seven of us were given one year to live. Now before you get concerned, I would like to be clear, this was not a medical diagnosis, nor was it anything like a suicide pact among friends. It was instead a commitment among us to take the next ...
Views: 1250 - Forget Balance. Try Harmony Instead. - by Submitted on Jul 10, 2012 from Debbie LaChusaMy inability to effectively balance my work life and my home life is what led me to start my own business in 1998. I was never one of those people who dreamed of being an entrepreneur. In fact, for years people kept telling me I should start my own business, and I always said no. Until ...
Views: 1247 - Fatigue And Burnout. Take The Test To Find Out If You Have Both - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2013 from Dennis SimsekIn today's world of downsizing and job insecurity, burnout is scary. Luckily, experts agree that you can bust out of burnout and get back to business by taking control of your situation. Getting Overwork Under Control You're working so hard that you can barely remember your own name. ...
Views: 1246(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: 1246 - Computer Work From Home - by Submitted on Jan 09, 2018 from Sasha CapableWhen looking for a way to get money out of your computer, it is easy to go to your favorite search engine and type in work at home or computer work at home but the trouble is that many of the opportunities that pop up in the results are for network marketing positions. If you really want to ...
Views: 1245 - Roads taken…. Or not - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2010 from Carmen GuerraGrowing up I changed my mind several times what I wanted to be when I grow up. I am sure everyone might have gone through this. As far back as I can remember I always wanted to work outside the home. While some other little girls may dream of being a mother and a wife having children and stay ...
Views: 1245(1 vote) - How to Get Work-life Balance - by Submitted on May 02, 2012 from Bill LangWork-life balance is essentially about handling real life. It’s the ability to effectively manage the work, family and personal components of life without suffering extreme stress or any one are being negatively impacted. Some companies offer programs and services which are designed to ...
Views: 1243 - Need to find a plumber? You’ve come to the right website - by Submitted on Jan 26, 2013 from George VelvetIf you have a roof above your head, you will more likely need the services of a plumber sooner or later. Depending on how old your dwelling is, the moment you will need to find a plumber could unfortunately be sooner than later. But do not despair just yet as we are about to present the best ...
Views: 1243 - The Joys of Being a First Time Mom - by Submitted on Apr 25, 2014 from Jessica RectorIt still doesn't seem real. I can't believe it. It's taken me this long to get into a routine of things. Don't get me wrong, I had what I thought were routines. Then a week or two passed, and I would tweak them trying to see if something worked better. Sometimes routines put you in a rut, but as ...
Views: 1242(2 votes) - What's Good in Having Carpet in Your Home - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2012 from Ma. Theresa GalanCarpet provides actual thermal resistance, or R-value. In colder climates or seasons, it retains warm air longer, an energy conservation benefit. Carpet also provides a comfortable place to sit, play or work and gives a room an overall warmer feeling Adds beauty and style You can choose ...
Views: 1242 - Who Cares About Work - by Submitted on Nov 27, 2010 from Julie CohenWho Cares about Work-Life Balance? By Julie Cohen, PCC While preparing for a speaking engagement for a group of senior executives, I was briefly distracted by a worrying thought: what if this audience of high-achieving, hard-working, successful leaders doesn’t care about work-life balance? ...
Views: 1242 - 5 Ways to Get Unstuck and Improve Your Quality of Life Right Now - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2013 from Adrienne Fikes1. Think about What ‘Quality’ Means for You It does not matter what everyone else wants for you. Right now, if you are going to get unstuck, you must be willing to explore what you want from life. Yes, I know you want to make others happy. What about you? What would make you happy? What would ...
Views: 1241 - Are You a Prisoner of Superwoman Syndrome - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2019 from Judith AlbrightDid you ever hear the old song “I’m a Woman” written by songwriters Leiber and Stoller and sung by Peggy Lee? How many of us are still trying to be the "super" woman she sang about back in the 1960s? I’m a W-O-M-A N I can rub & scrub ...
Views: 1241 - Attitude and Motivation - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2011 from Jeanne ZierhofferAttitude and Motivation I would like to talk to you about an attitude adjustment that should result in a completely different future than you ever pictured for yourself--a future you control. Today I'd like to respond to some statements that people repeatedly make when I tell them I run ...
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