"You must live in the present, launch yourself on everywave, find your eternity in each moment. Fools stand ontheir island opportunities and look toward another land.There is no other land, this is no other life but this." -- Henry David Thoreau ……………………………………………………………… People form their first impression of you in the first four seconds! Maximize […]
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How to read a business book
For most of us, when we want to improve at something, we read. And this is no less true for those of us in business or in leadership positions in organisations. And, of course, there is a plethora of books to choose from. In fact, according to a report from Fast Company, 5,301 titles "claiming […]
National Coalition Against Censorship Salutes Judy Blume
Some people may have difficulty finding humor in the issue of censorship. Thankfully, celebrated author Judy Blume isn’t one of them. Nor were the many actors, comedians, authors, and supporters who gathered at City Winery in New York City on Monday evening for “A Night of Comedy with Judy Blume & Friends.” Presented by the National […]
When more is not enough – just for fun
Balanced living means that more than ever the demands on our lifestyle compel us to Aspire, Achieve, and Attain! But sometimes we need a little help in getting what we want. WHEN MORE IS NOT ENOUGH
Be X Do = Have … The Formula For Success
Is there a formula for success? I have a very simple formula I've used that I want to share with you that can do wonders in your business and your life. The formula is simple, but just because it's simple doesn't make it easy. However, if you start to use it and follow it, it […]
What comes after Vampires – The end of the world as we know it?
Vampires may live forever, but the recent vampire trend in YA fiction won’t. Author Michael Grant, for one, is “sick to death of vampires,” and he is not alone. But when one hugely popular trend ends, what will take its place? Some readers have their fingers crossed for post-apocalyptic fiction. http://www.publishersweekly.com/article/CA6703373.html?nid=2788&source=link&rid=1189609311
Decluttering
Quote for October from Rita Emmet A clean house is the sign of a broken computer.
Public Speaking Tip: Use Humor
Use humor in presentations to make yourself more likable. Humor is a great rapport builder which knocks down audience resistance to your message. Make sure you space it throughout your presentation. You will subconsciously or consciously be tagged as trite by the audience members and out of touch if you tell a joke at the […]
Staying well with guided imagery – today’s read
How to Harness the Power of Your Imagination for Health and healing by Belleruth Naparstek Well-known guided imagery authority and psychotherapist, Naparstek provides a clear guide for using one's imagination for self-healing and health maintenance. She outlines a wide variety of imagery exercises and suggests these not only for general health but also for emotional […]
Attitude is everything
I just love this !! This is a wonderful gift idea - inspiration for your friends, family, customers and employees. Just quietly I think I would buy it as a gift for myself. Whether you buy it as a gift for yourself or for someone else, or just want to enjoy the print again (amongst some […]
