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- Regulating Home Tuition - by Submitted on Jun 12, 2010 from Ted MosbiWe are referring to a situation where you tutor your child at home. The parent opting for a home tuition must take this word “discipline” as a sincere concern. During such home tuition, the child often tends to takes different meaning of such tuition and takes it just as a long vacation and ...
Views: 929 - Creating a Web Presence for Your Job Search - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Heather EagarMany people don’t realize just how important it is to create a positive web presence when in the midst of a job search. Unfortunately, it is almost inevitable that a major employer will spend some time Google-ing you before they decide whether they want to consider you as a candidate. So instead ...
Views: 1435 - ADHD in Children: Unlocking the Secrets to Good Behavior - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2011 from Robert MyersFor the parents of a child with ADHD, everyday tasks turn into battles—from getting the child out the door in the morning to getting him to bed at night. My son was diagnosed with ADHD at age 6, so I remember what it was like to have a daily tug of war with an attention disordered child all too ...
Views: 3063(2 votes) - Acupuncture recommended for Surrogates? Yes! Results say it all! - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Dr. Kathleen AlbertsonCouples encounter many fertility options, and surrogacy is a wonderful choice. Several studies indicate acupuncture produces a 40-60% improvement rate, increasing the success of take home babies even more. Traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) includes acupuncture and Chinese herbal medicine. ...
Views: 3478(1 vote) - Buying a Wedding Gown on a Budget: Saving Money on a Modest Wedding Dress (even LDS Wedding Gowns) - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2012 from Rosanna HallerBuying a Wedding Gown on a Budget: Saving Money on Modest Wedding Dresses (Especially LDS Wedding Gowns) Chances are that shortly after you were engaged, you envisioned yourself in your wedding dress and couldn’t wait to start shopping for one. But once you saw the price ...
Views: 4225(105 votes) - The Nuts And Bolts Of Self Esteem - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Robert DarbyConfiguring Self Esteem Low self esteem can express itself in many ways in our lives, almost all of which are negative and self defeating. But we don't have to be the victims of what are essentially simple thought patterns that have become established in our mind to the point where they are ...
Views: 1234 - Why Article Marketing Continues to Rock - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from TJ PhilpottArticle marketing does require more work than for instance a pay per click campaign but the benefits are well worth it. By writing articles and submitting them to directories you are able to create very broad exposure for your business or purpose. As strange as it may seem even though we are in ...
Views: 878 - 3 Distinct Advantages of Online Branding - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from TJ PhilpottOnline branding is a very smart business decision for anybody looking to establish a long-term business on the internet. In fact business branding should be considered a standard component of any online marketing strategy. If done properly it will dramatically increase the effectiveness of any ...
Views: 4128 - Twitter as an Efficient Means to Build a List - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from TJ PhilpottIt is essential to build a list if marketing on the internet is a long term intention of yours. The most widely acceptable and recognizable way of building an opt in email list is by using a squeeze page. The use of an auto responder system is the most efficient and commonly accepted way to ...
Views: 709 - Speed is an Asset for an Online Affiliate Business - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from TJ PhilpottIt really takes only three things to make your online affiliate business a success, proper niche selection, effective traffic generation and speed. The attraction of the affiliate business opportunity is that it takes little capital to get a successful start with this business model. The degree ...
Views: 705 - Weed Your To-Do Garden - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Jackie GartmanEvery year I weed my garden. I try to weed whatever doesn’t feel good, including chores, inanimate objects (dying plants) and people (yes, people!). I use a trick called Bag It, Barter It, Better It. It’s a brilliant exercise that you can do on your own, requiring you to look over your to-do ...
Views: 1432 - Find Modest Dresses for the Mother of the Bride or Groom - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2012 from Rosanna HallerFinding Modest Dresses for the Mother of the Bride or Groom Wedding plans naturally revolve around the couple to be married – the wedding dress, the reception hall, and the bride’s bouquet – but the dresses for the mother of the bride and the mother of the groom have to be planned carefully, ...
Views: 5511(101 votes) - Oprah, Women, Food, and God and Skinny Thinking - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from laura katleman-prueI just watched Oprah interview Geneen Roth about her new book, Women, Food, and God (written for men as well as women). Oprah experienced many breakthroughs reading the book and is recommending it to anyone who has ever struggled with weight. It seems that however Oprah goes, so goes the ...
Views: 4022(3 votes) - How to Find Modest Wedding Dresses - Part Three of Three (Especially LDS Wedding Gowns) - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2012 from Rosanna HallerWhen Choosing from the selection of Modest Wedding Dresses (Especially LDS Wedding Gowns) Brides shouldn’t go into a bridal wear retailer unprepared. Have you heard stories of someone who went to a car dealership “just to browse” and ended up walking away having bought a ...
Views: 3138(101 votes) - How to find Modest Wedding Dresses - Part Two of Three (especially LDS Wedding Gowns) - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2012 from Rosanna HallerHow to Find Modest Wedding Dresses - Part Two of Three (Especially LDS Wedding Gowns) Modest Wedding Dresses - Their Shapes and Styles Part II of Three Modest Weddings can be beautiful and ...
Views: 3947(101 votes) - With Every End, There is a New Beginning - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Lisa MininniFor millions of graduating students, this time of year brings an end to familiar surroundings and leads to brand new beginnings in just a few short months. This transition period is not unlike a new entrepreneur starting up a business or a seasoned business owner trying new projects, a new ...
Views: 6714(6 votes) - Why Twitter Is Great for Executive Job Searches - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Heather EagarYou’ve probably been hearing people rant and rave about how great Twitter is for job searches for a couple of years now. But it’s hard to imagine that this one site could make a difference when you only get to use 140 characters to post your thoughts. On the contrary, the site has made ...
Views: 1185 - How to find Modest Wedding Dresses- Part One of Three (especially LDS Wedding Gowns) - by Submitted on Jul 06, 2012 from Rosanna HallerHow to find Modest Wedding Dresses- Part One of Three How to Choose a Modest Wedding Dress (especially LDS Wedding Gowns) Once a Modest Bride have gone inside of a tradition bridal wear of formal wear department store or a nationwide bridal retailer you know how difficult it is to ...
Views: 5373(100 votes) - The Six Words That Set Me Up For Success! - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Pat MussieuxAs many of you know by now, I am a strong believer in the power of words. “Watch your thoughts, for they become words. Watch your words, for they become actions. Watch your actions, for they become habits. Watch your habits, for they become character. Watch your character, for it becomes ...
Views: 3958(1 vote) - Becoming a Change Agent - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Michael WashAn Image of a Change Agent - by Michael Wash The questions that this paper begin to address are the following: - What are the appropriate development experiences for me as a change agent? - Where do the experiences that are available now fit? How do they link together? - Is there an ...
Views: 3468(5 votes) - IS YOUR CREATIVITY SUPPORTED OR STIFLED AT WORK? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Ann Vanino“The new corporate contract is that we’ll offer you an opportunity to express yourself and grow, if you promise to leash yourself to our dream, at least for a while.” - John Sculley, former Apple CEO Creativity is self-expression. One of my favorite business books is David Whyte’s The Heart ...
Views: 1896(2 votes) - Herpes Transmission: What You Need To Know - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Millie MasonHuman nature such that it is, especially with women, is that when being diagnosed with genital herpes our first concern is not so much for our own sexual health and what this diagnosis means to us personally, but how this will affect other people. Essentially, we know that because we have ...
Views: 1718(1 vote) - Genital Herpes Diagnosis: It's Not All Bad - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Millie MasonHundreds, if not thousands, of people are diagnosed with genital herpes every day. For this percentage of the population this means incurable herpes and life is forever changed. I wanted to write this article just to assuage any fears you might have about your new diagnosis and sexual ...
Views: 6136(1 vote) - Business and Personal Development Training for Your MLM Success - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Daniel PetrucelliIt's amazing to me just how many people go to a hotel presentation or a home party and see a presentation, get excited about the products, buy them and join a MLM or Network Marketing business. The majority of these people buy on emotion. After all, that's what sales are all about right? Yes, ...
Views: 950 - Free Soccer Drills:Discover The Art Of Heading - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Andre BotelhoIf you are like me, you probably know that in performing free soccer drills, dribbling a soccer ball is one of the most thrilling aspects of any soccer game. The most elemental mistake most players make when dribbling of a soccer ball is that they concentrate too much on the ball paying little ...
Views: 1910 - Ergonomic Sitting - Skeletal Health for Your Back - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Gail McGonigalErgonomic sitting is the term that I have created for performing work-based activities throughout the day for comfort in prolonged sitting. The term was created by me after finding I had overcome the postural scoliosis in my spine, caused from one leg being longer than the other; which is common ...
Views: 3210(3 votes) - Back Pain. Why Not Think Ergonomic Solutions? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Gail McGonigalBack pain is one of the main reasons why people take time off work and why? It is because we spend too much time in sedentary, sloppy positions, doing very little movement and letting our muscles become lax and under-used. We have become a society that drives around in cars – to the shops, to ...
Views: 2960 - The Magic of Meditation - by Submitted on Jun 16, 2010 from Kate Corbin"Meditation gives us peace of mind without a tranquilizer. And unlike a tranquilizer, the peace of mind that we get from meditation does not fade away." - Sri Chinmoy Got stress? With the high levels of uncertainty and insecurity all around us these days, it seems like the perfect time to ...
Views: 1001 - How to Tap Into the Magic of Now - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2010 from Kate Corbin"Life is now. It's all right now. Everything is now." - Abraham-Hicks A vibrational shift is happening on our planet these days. Movies such as The Secret, What the Bleep and You Can Heal Your Life are becoming mainstream. Millions of people across the globe are tuning in to Oprah's webcast ...
Views: 1498(1 vote) - Un-lucky in love? - by Submitted on Jun 05, 2010 from Alisa Goodwin SnellNot dating? Haven’t been in a relationship for a long time? Don’t know why? It’s sounds too simple, but it’s true—you probably do not look men in the eyes and smile—a real smile! Not just that dry, half turned-up smile you greet fellow co-workers with as you glance up from your work ...
Views: 2350(6 votes) - What You Need to Consider When You Flip Homes - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Marcus D. MeyerEveryone in the real estate business must have already heard of flipping and how it makes a great deal to one’s investments if done properly. There are in fact two ways recognized when you flip homes. First, is when you acquire a property, you’ll have it fixed, upgraded and sell it at a higher ...
Views: 734(6 votes) - Keyword Research and Successful Search Engine Optimization - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Jason GervaisFor some of those not working with a search engine optimization company, keyword research is a simple process of either choosing search terms with the highest traffic counts or writing down a list of terms assumed to be relevant to the associated website. An example of the first method would be ...
Views: 1442(8 votes) - Artists and the Flow of Spirit into the World - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Nancy SeiferIf you ever pondered the reality of the new age, you may have stumbled upon some fundamental questions. You probably wondered what it will be like to be alive in the coming era, how our lives will be different from the way they are now. We know from the Ageless Wisdom that human beings will ...
Views: 1115(1 vote) - Is Your Partner Overstepping The Relationship Boundaries? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Rachel MohebanWhen you’ve been together long enough, you pick up each other’s habits, finish each other’s sentences, share a bed, a home, maybe a couple of kids. You become a unit. But have you retained your own identity? Can you define yourself as your own self, or only as one half of a couple? ...
Views: 6733 - Is your business Ugly? Here’s a Banana For Your Baby… (your business) - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from mark allen robertsHere’s a Banana For Your Baby… (your business) One of the most difficult parts of serving entrepreneurial leaders is telling them a part or their entire baby (their business) is ugly. Some self proposed consulting experts say; “focus on the positives, build on successes” and not ...
Views: 1978(1 vote) - Brainwave Entrainment Meditation or Traditional Meditation? - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Rob SchneiderIt's only natural that in a technological era, ancient spiritual practices such as yoga and Buddhist meditation would be studied using the instruments of technology. The trend first came under public scrutiny in the 1960s, when the Transcendental Meditation movement publicized EEG readings that ...
Views: 3813(1 vote) - Is Jesus the Only Way to God - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Dr. Steve McSwain,For centuries, Christians have not only believed but vigorously defended the view that Jesus is the one and only way to God. As a Christian myself, I was one of these who not only believed this but was ready to argue and debate with anyone who questioned what I thought was an unquestionable ...
Views: 3224(2 votes) - The Happiness – Success Connection - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Bill JawitzWhen audiences around the world are asked to complete the following sentence, one word is overwhelmingly provided. Your response? It was probably “happy.” No other answer – successful, wealthy, healthy, well-adjusted, etc – comes remotely close. Why is that? What does it tell us about ...
Views: 1449 - Goal Setting - 5 Key Questions To Ask Yourself - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Liz CopelandSome years ago we were traveling through Boston Airport. On the wall, and it was a huge wall, there was a colossal American flag. Whiling away the time before our flight, this obviously caught the imagination of one of the children. ‘What’ they said in a loud voice that seemed to fill one of ...
Views: 5038(2 votes) - *** Establishing and Maintaining Leader Behavior - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Ford MyersAre you a leader? A leader generates his or her own opportunities. Leaders don’t whine and complain about the lack of opportunities to develop their careers. They CREATE opportunities – regardless of their current situation, regardless of their current boss, regardless of obstacles that may ...
Views: 1432(2 votes) - ***10 Challenges Senior Executives Face in the Job Search - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Ford MyersOver the years, I have worked with hundreds of key executives – CEOs, Partners, COOs, Presidents, Senior Vice Presidents, and so on. Top business professionals like these present unique challenges to the Career Consultant, because they face unique challenges in their own transitions! ...
Views: 2198 - ***Only Five Interview Questions - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Ford MyersOf all the subjects we cover in career management and job search, the one that seems to cause clients the most anxiety is INTERVIEWING. To ease my clients’ concerns, I often simplify the topic by reducing it to a handful of basic elements. When you boil it all down, job interviews are made-up ...
Views: 1451(1 vote) - ***The Secret to Keeping a Clean Bathroom - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Get OrganizedHow clean is your bathroom? If you’re like most of us, though you try your best to keep your bathroom clean, it inevitably becomes a cluttered mess in no time. If this sounds familiar, then try these bathroom organization tips to help keep toiletries out of the way, yet right within reach. ...
Views: 3686(2 votes) - ***Sales Management - 7 Selling Tips on Handling Price, Price, Price - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2010 from Sam ManferPrice is tricky. Price could be what s/he wants if everything else is the same. Price could be what someone tells you when they want to get rid of you. Price could be for a resell and the final seller only knows how to sell low price. Price could be what a subordinate thinks the boss wants, ...
Views: 4039(40 votes) - ***New Ideas - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Margaret Meloni“There is no squabbling so violent as that between people who accepted an idea yesterday and those who will accept the same idea tomorrow… “ CHRISTOPHER MORLEY Wow now isn’t that the truth? Here is another excellent opportunity to sharpen your conflict resolution skills. Some of you ...
Views: 1713(2 votes) - ***If You Clip Your Words, Your Message Can Get Lost - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Nancy DanielsRecently I was talking on my cell phone to a woman from my credit card company and I was continually asking her to repeat herself. When our business was completed, I told her that because of the way she clipped her words, I had missed much of what she was saying. Admittedly, had I been facing ...
Views: 5323 - ***The Fight, Flight, or Freeze Response in Public Speaking – Which Reaction Describes You? - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Nancy DanielsSo, you have been scheduled, invited, or commanded to speak. It could be the quarterly budget report for your firm. Maybe you are a member of Toastmasters. You could be enrolled in a local public speaking course. Perhaps it is your best friend’s wedding. Whatever the reason for your ...
Views: 5249 - ***The 3 Factors That Influence the Sound of Your Speaking Voice - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Nancy DanielsThrough my many years in the voice business, I have learned more from my clients than any book or theory on voice. What has been extremely fascinating is what I have discovered as to why we sound the way we sound. It didn't start out as study, rather it is the years I spent listening to my ...
Views: 10996(3 votes) - Hot Buttons - find them to create win/win relationships - by Submitted on Jun 03, 2010 from Chris HillerWhat is a Hot Button? A "Hot Button" is something that triggers an emotion in someone that causes that person to take action. From a sales perspective, it's a cue that causes a person to buy something you're selling. A hot button could also be described as an emotional pull. The bottom line is, ...
Views: 4207 - Luck Or Life - When Bad Things Happen to Good People - by Submitted on Jun 04, 2010 from Judy WrightErnest Hemingway once said: "The world breaks everyone. and afterward,many are strong in the broken places." When we are going through adversity, it is not always possible to believe that everyone suffers loss and heartache. It feels and acts very personal when bad luck and rotten life ...
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