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We’ve Come a Long Way… Women in Business, A Look Ahead - By Sharon Sayler- Take Bold, Inspired Actions To Fuel Your Soul (and Fill Your Bank Account) - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Heather DominickLet’s start by getting clear. Taking bold action is what will both fuel your soul and fill your bank account. So how do you do it? It simply takes a willingness to choose to move beyond what is comfortable and to move forward without wavering. At EnergyRICH® we call it being Considerably ...
Views: 15(1 vote) - Smart Women, Skiing and Entrepreneurial Success - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffOne morning last week, I was helping my 11 year-old son, Jack, get ready for a day of skiing during our family vacation. It was sunny, 55 degrees and gorgeous outside. I handed my son his face mask and he looked at me puzzled and said, "Mom, there is no way I'm going to need this today--have you ...
Views: 15(4 votes) - Earn £55 an Hour as a Marriage Advisor - by Submitted on May 25, 2012 from Rosemary PriceEarn £55 an hour as an Online Advisor. When we are at school or college or speaking to people we know about what job, business or career we will get into later when we are "grown up" we tend to get pushed into typical things such as working in a shop, an office or taking it further and becoming ...
Views: 21 - Working with Others! - by Submitted on May 24, 2012 from mandie crawfordOne of the greatest things about being in business for yourself is having the flexibility that enables us to make alliances, and work with other businesses to provide a full range of services for our clients. In fact this can greatly increase our visibility and introduce ourselves to new clients ...
Views: 12 - Adding the Wonder of Science to the Early Childhood Classroom. - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from lizzie milanExploring science is a thrilling and amazing part of early childhood.Naturally interested,young kids seek to examine and learn“how their world works.”They question;they look;they listen;they talk about their findings.They examine the passage of light through a variety of materials; how insects ...
Views: 10 - Diversity and Inclusion Begins at the CORE - by Submitted on May 21, 2012 from Valencia RayDiversity as a consulting arena was not something I was attracted to historically—until now. I notice that it too often seems to be only representation, which is better than nothing, or somewhat anyway. Just to have physical bodies in a room is really not creating a culture of inclusion and ...
Views: 15 - Release Your Inner Good Girl! - by Submitted on May 20, 2012 from Marcy StahlIn our American culture, girls are encouraged to: Defer to authority: your parents, your teachers, your Girl Scout leader, etc. Follow the rules of whatever game or activity you’re involved in. Color in between the lines, not outside. Pay attention to other people’s feelings. Respond ...
Views: 23 - ***If You Are Looking For a Professional Image, Do Not Forget Your Voice - by Submitted on May 17, 2012 from Nancy DanielsYes, we take professional development courses of all shapes and sizes. And, there is no doubt that in today’s business world, having an edge over the other candidates for a job or a promotion or even a sales contract can bring the success you are seeking. Have you ever considered, however, the ...
Views: 76(1 vote) - Set your Mindset for Success Instead of Sabotage - by Submitted on May 15, 2012 from Valencia RayThe mindset “not good enough” or “not enough” is blamed on our brain as if it is the brain’s fault. There’s a great reason why you want to take responsibility for this and not once again blame it on something you think you cannot control. The reason is you are not likely to change what you ...
Views: 51(2 votes) - Defending Kids from Ultraviolet Rays - by Submitted on May 14, 2012 from lizzie milanEarly childhood is a time to take pleasure in the outdoors, but it is not a time to increase the risk of skin cancer. Regrettably, kids are incapable to protect themselves against the risk of sunburn. It is our job as caregivers to guard them. The rate of melanoma a form of skin cancer is on ...
Views: 17 - Physical Fitness in Early Childhood - by Submitted on May 14, 2012 from lizzie milanNo pain, no gain. Target heart rate. Pumping up. These are all terms we relate to fitness for adults. But do the same conditions apply to young kids? Why should physical fitness be a concern during the early childhood years? Don't young kids get all the activity they need naturally by being ...
Views: 19 - Moving from Five Figures to Six - Breaking Your Habits - by Submitted on May 13, 2012 from Marcy StahlEverything you do in your business life today has helped you get to your current level of success. You might define your current level of success in terms of your income, your current number of clients, or your status and recognition within your community. Having gotten here, you WANT ...
Views: 26 - Innovation Requires Courage to Confront Reality - by Submitted on May 08, 2012 from Valencia Ray“Innovation,” “Collaborative Leadership,” and “Trust” are three terms I’m seeing tossed around quite a bit in the articles and books I’m coming across. I agree that we are in need of change—in fact, transformation—but what I’m not seeing much of is how to confront reality. What does it take to ...
Views: 95(1 vote) - Profiting from internet: Freelance work opportunity for women - by Submitted on May 08, 2012 from Alured poelmanWomen who have taken higher degrees should consider profiting from internet instead of working as full time employees in different companies. The World Wide Web has much to offer and if you can explore the web then you can get much work to do from home. If freelancing is in your mind then you ...
Views: 32 - What Do I Say to Parents? - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from lizzie milanTalking With Parents the manner in which the “informing” process with parents is handled is a vital test of the honesty of the educational program or center. Preferably, staff is prepared and trained procedures are in place before anyone has to talk to parents. Four stakeholders are included: ...
Views: 31 - Choices for Both Kids and Mother Earth - by Submitted on May 07, 2012 from lizzie milanSociety is moving rapidly into a period where we jointly are looking at how our actions and choices impact others and our environment. Global warming, kids’ health problems and developmental disabilities are rising at a shocking rate. Childhood obesity, cancer in kids and asthma has reached ...
Views: 34 - Louder Than Words - by Submitted on May 06, 2012 from Marcy StahlI love words - "I use two packs of words a day" is a great line I heard at a poetry slam. And yet, people derive 60% - 80% of our meaning (our intentional meaning or our unintentional meaning) through something OTHER than our words! Here are just a few words associated with each feeling. ...
Views: 36 - CASH FLOW – What is That? - by Submitted on May 05, 2012 from Karlene Sinclair-RobinsonI am sure you have heard the term “Cash is King”. This is true. Those with cash have stronger buying and/or borrowing power than those without it. With today’s lagging economy, many businesses are experiencing negative cash flow. The business owner who has yet to get up close and personal with ...
Views: 76 - Ladies, Play Nice! - by Submitted on May 04, 2012 from Kathryn WheatThe last couple of years I have done a ton of networking and have had the opportunity to meet hundreds (or probably thousands) of people. I must say that I really enjoy this part of my job. I love talking to new people and getting to know them. Some of them I have ended up doing business with ...
Views: 19 - ***How to Live Fully When Your Life Feels Too Full - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Leslie Cunningham“I feel like we’re playing hooky from work!” I turned and looked at my husband’s wider-than-life grin beaming across his face in the afternoon sun. Drawing a deep breath, I took in the incredible beauty around us: snowcapped mountains, blue skies above and fresh snow under our feet. “You ...
Views: 83 - Team Building: Meaning Motivates - by Submitted on May 01, 2012 from Valencia RayTeam building is too often looked upon as “some things” to do instead of “some ones” to become. Teams are composed of people, not parts like a machine. In fact, it is time to stop treating your body and life as parts, somehow separated into bits and pieces. If we only use our left-brain mental ...
Views: 64 - ***Your Nasal Voice Is Impressing No One! - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from Nancy DanielsImagine the call of the crow, the screech of the blue jay, or the laugh of the hyena. All irritating sounds and all sounds which are harsh on your ears. Now imagine the voice of Fran Drescher. Not much difference is there? While the English language has 3 legitimate nasal sounds, which ...
Views: 157(1 vote) - ***Voice Training Can Change Your Life - Both Professionally and Personally - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from Nancy DanielsIf you are like most people, you probably don't like hearing yourself on your voicemail or answering machine. Did you know, however, that what you hear on any type of recording equipment is exactly how everyone else recognizes you? Your inner ear, the means by which you hear your own voice ...
Views: 155(2 votes) - Smart Women and The Art of Self-Promotion - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffOne of the questions I’m frequently asked by women entrepreneurs is, “When I meet someone who is a potential referral source and/or ideal client, how do I mention my business without feeling pushy?” Great question! Being able to communicate your marketing message with confidence is key to ...
Views: 74(2 votes) - Honoring Kids’ Ways of Knowing - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from lizzie milanThe Child's Ways of Knowing According to Teacher training and other developmental theorists, learning early in life is reliant on concrete perceptual information. For the young kid, learning is experienced as sensory absorption or sensorimotor stimulation. During the early stages of cognitive ...
Views: 20 - Gardening with Young Kids - by Submitted on Apr 30, 2012 from lizzie milanWhere to Begin Every child care center has the capability to integrate gardening activities into a kid’s daily experience. Some schools may decide a variety of easy indoor growing projects, others may choose to simply revamp the playground landscaping by planting some new plants, and for others ...
Views: 31 - One of My Biggest Business Lessons - by Submitted on Apr 29, 2012 from Marcy StahlOne of my biggest lessons is that my business is constantly showing me where I carry wounds that need healing. And when I heal that wound, I feel great! I'm more secure and grounded in myself; I have more self-confidence. I have much less second-guessing and fewer imaginary conversations with ...
Views: 35(1 vote) - How to be a Therapist - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2012 from Rosemary PriceHow to be a therapist. Firstly let us look at why you wish to. Is it to understand yourself better? Or your partner? Or potential lovers and partners? Or are you actually thinking of this as a tool that you can use career wise and sell to clients to earn a living from it? If so are your ...
Views: 78 - Small Businesses and Banking Lines of Credit - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2012 from Karlene Sinclair-RobinsonIn a recent Los Angeles Times article titled ‘Bank of America severing some small-business credit lines’, the issue of Bank of America closing out small business lines of credits was addressed. This brought to mind how many small businesses are victims to this type of financing dealing. This is ...
Views: 40 - The Small Business Administration and Your Business - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2012 from Karlene Sinclair-RobinsonWhat would you do if the SBA was no more? The Wall Street Journal article headline read: “Should the Small Business Administration Be Abolished?” The internet buzz is swirling with conjecture. There is, of course, no concrete evidence to this and organizations such as WIPP (Women Impacting ...
Views: 25 - 9 Things Business Owners Must Know Before Seeking Capital - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2012 from Karlene Sinclair-RobinsonBusiness owners are always seeking ways to improve their business. These improvements can include updating equipment, hiring new staff, developing a better marketing strategy or figuring out how to improve cash flow. When cash is not flowing effectively, a business owner must take any and all ...
Views: 32 - ***A Voice That Quivers Affects Not Just the Elderly - Young People Can Have It Too! - by Submitted on Apr 24, 2012 from Nancy DanielsEver find that when you open your mouth to speak, the result is a voice that quivers or shakes? Often, we attribute the quivering voice to the elderly; however, a shaky voice can also be found in young people as well. It may be caused by nervousness or just be symptomatic of your speaking ...
Views: 214(1 vote) - ***Why the Trained Speaking Voice Inproves with Age While the Untrained Voice Does Not - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from Nancy DanielsI liken my speaking voice to a bottle of fine red wine. It is improving with age. Having discovered my ‘real’ voice when I was in graduate school at the age of 24, I have found that my voice is getting better as I get older. I am also at that stage (and have been for several years now) where ...
Views: 151(2 votes) - ***An Unusual Secret To Creating More Money In Your Business - by Submitted on Dec 31, 1969 from Leslie CunninghamA common assumption that I had always made in my business in the past was thinking that in order to make more money and achieve my desired income goal I simply needed to focus on taking “the right actions.” Because of this way of thinking I was constantly asking myself, “What do I need to ...
Views: 116 - Let's Play Today! - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from lizzie milanInstinctively all early childhood education teachers know that play is an essential part of young kids’ lives, and that being capable to play, both alone and with others, is a hallmark of kids’ healthy development. We also know that play improves kids’ physical, social/emotional, and creative ...
Views: 25 - How Does Your Garden Grow? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2012 from lizzie milanInclude gardening as part of the child care program as well as a home-based learning experience. Lessons learned early in life stay with kids as they grow. Values of Gardening Educators of teacher training institute have long recommended gardening as a teaching tool. Through the studies of ...
Views: 18 - FAILING FASTER, IN ORDER TO SUCCEED FASTER! - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2012 from Marcy StahlWant to achieve success faster? You likely need to FAIL faster! You may be thinking: "Is Marcy CRAZY? Shouldn’t I be SUCCEEDING faster, not FAILING faster?!" In the ideal world, yes, you could succeed without failing. In the real world in which you and I live, however, no person can make ...
Views: 34 - 4 Must Have Foundations to Grow Your Social Networks - by Submitted on Apr 21, 2012 from Peggy MurrahSocial media is an ever-growing marketing platform. With new users joining daily and new marketing angles emerging all the time there are so many possibilities right at your fingers tips. The most exciting part is really connecting with your target client and making meaningful connections that ...
Views: 22 - Three Successful Strategies Work-At-Home-Moms Use To Keep Balance - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2012 from Sue HenryHave you heard the expression, “If things aren’t right at home, they aren’t right anywhere?” This is so true! I’m a mother of six kids and we are organic dairy farmers. And if that’s not enough, I am a professional speaker and writer with my own company. When things weren’t right at home – ...
Views: 74 - ***5 Common Misconceptions about the Speaking Voice - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2012 from Nancy DanielsWhen it comes to image, most people believe that their visual image is the pièce de résistance. And, there is no doubt that it is very important both professionally and personally. Have you ever considered, however, the image that your voice projects? Often we are so concerned with how we ...
Views: 186(2 votes) - Helping Young Listeners Become Successful Readers - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from lizzie milanDevelopmentally Ready Preschoolers’ literacy development is characteristically speedy, and the rapid growth of skills needed for autonomous reading later on continues beyond this stage. Though preschoolers develop in various ways, at differing times, by age five, children naturally: • Show ...
Views: 29 - Interference - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2012 from lizzie milanSome kid’s walks earlier than others and some talk sooner than others, but in common, they follow a similar path of development. There are, however, some exceptions. Some kids develop very late and some do not follow a common pattern. The earlier such delays and disabilities are recognized, the ...
Views: 32 - Advantageous jobs for women - by Submitted on Apr 16, 2012 from Alured poelmanGirls are in no way inferior to boys and this is evident from increasing number of girl students taking higher education. When it comes to working, a female employee proves to be better than her male counterpart. But females have to look after their families and for this reason they look for ...
Views: 43 - Are You Making These Selling Mistakes? - Part I - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2012 from Marcy StahlIf you're in business for yourself, you're selling something. You may want customers to buy your product, or new people to join your team, or other companies to join you in a strategic alliance. Are you making any of the top 3 mistakes I see in selling? Try this true/false quiz. 1) Anyone ...
Views: 40 - Are You Making These Selling Mistakes? - Part I - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2012 from Marcy StahlIf you're in business for yourself, you're selling something. You may want customers to buy your product, or new people to join your team, or other companies to join you in a strategic alliance. Are you making any of the top 3 mistakes I see in selling? Try this true/false quiz. 1) Anyone ...
Views: 55 - Networking for Success: Navigating the Business Cocktail Party - by Submitted on Apr 15, 2012 from Diane CraigWhat better context both to form new business contacts and to develop existing connections than at a business cocktail party, which has a more casual and relaxed vibe than the office – but still maintains a professional overtone? Business cocktail parties are a great opportunity to break out of ...
Views: 117 - ***If Your Accent Interferes with Your Diction, You Need Voice Training - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2012 from Nancy DanielsMany years ago when I first started my business, my husband commented on the ‘before & after’ video clips of my clients, remarking that he could understand everyone in the ‘after’ takes but none of the speakers in the ‘before’ takes. All the speakers were Canadians in which English was their ...
Views: 203(1 vote) - Smart Women and Their Relationship With Money - by Submitted on Apr 13, 2012 from Joy ChudacoffRecently, I had the opportunity to spend the day strategizing with a group of smart women entrepreneurs from different parts of the world. It was an energizing day focused on topics such as effective marketing, clear messaging to attract your ideal client, time management and money. At one ...
Views: 86(1 vote) - ***Answer Your Wake Up Call - by Submitted on Apr 12, 2012 from Leslie CunninghamSometimes conflict and stress in our relationship and/or finances can be the force that wakes us up to the ways we’re not being honest. Your wake up call might be not having enough money coming in each month and watching the credit card bills add up. It might be getting older and knowing you ...
Views: 124 - How to Avoid Being A Victim - by Submitted on Apr 11, 2012 from Rosemary PriceHow to avoid being a victim.. As all women know you can be a victim of love, you can be lied to by a married man or used by a man for sex, you can be used at work by being asked to do lots of unpaid over time, there are lots of ways you can become a victim, but for the same of this article I ...
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