We often speak of someone having “a powerful presence” or of an organization being “a strong presence in our community”. Yet how often do we stop to think about what it is that creates a strong presence? What is it about that person or organization that makes their presence so powerful?
Your ... Views: 2250
Reset for a long life, for enthusiasm, for vitality. The natural order of things is to complete life/career projects, relationships, places we live in. The natural order also has us RESTORE and begin again.
Completion is thrilling for some, depressing for others. The one sure thing is that ... Views: 1053
Why are you in business? I mean, really?
Unless I miss my guess, bottom line, there are two reasons...
The first is you have a passion for creating a particular kind of transformation in people’s lives. Maybe you’re an intuitive coach, or a salsa dance instructor, or you sell organic ... Views: 911
The top 5 reasons for requesting audience feedback are as follows, in order of descending importance:
Reason 1 - Prevents you from spending time, energy and money on products and programs they aren’t interested in
Reason 2 - Prevents you from spending time, energy and money on products and ... Views: 679
Since the movie "The Secret" came out, the Law of Attraction has been receiving a lot of attention. Mostly what I hear is "The Law of Attraction doesn't work for me."
A simplified definition of The Law of Attraction (LOA) is: “We attract from the outside what we resonate with on the ... Views: 1776
A few days ago, my husband Greg and I had dinner with my good friend and smart woman, Diane Elander and her family. (http://www.dianeelander.com) Diane is a "food stylist." She is an artist who creates that appetizing, desirous emotion that you feel when you see her creations in cookbooks, ... Views: 1235
It was once said, that “Quality is never an accident: it is the result of higher intention, sincere effort, intelligent direction and skillful execution; it represents the wise choice of many alternatives”.
While studying hundreds of law practices, large and small, in the big cities and small ... Views: 1744
For many decades everyone knew that the only way to lose weight is by going on a diet and doing some sort of a low intensity, long aerobic exercises like walking or jogging. But if you look at the results what this has produced then we can clearly see that it ain´t working. I mean 2/3 of the ... Views: 913
When you are young and handsome, then you can really eat what ever you want and not gain any fat at all. But as time goes on and we get older we no longer have the ability to do that. Most people know that metabolism has got something to do with it. But this process can be reversed and it is not ... Views: 1152
Last week I discussed the financing of the purchase of a residential lot for development with a woman who, with her husband, wanted to build a custom home. As always happens when discussing financing, the conversation turned to interest rates and loan structures. When I described the going ... Views: 1267
How can we stop being abusive with our spouse and be assertive instead? It’s easy once we learn a few simple communication techniques. When we are frustrated, disappointed, stressed, or angry what happens? We use our emotions in negative ways with our spouse. This causes a chain reaction and ... Views: 5636
Financial fear is creating tremendous stress for many couples. Yet, money problems can actually help couples draw closer together, rather than tearing them apart.
The “statistic” that money is the number one cause of divorce is absolutely false. While financial disagreements may be the ... Views: 4214
We talk about the Father’s love, seek it, want to be enveloped in it, and spread it around. But, so seldom do we feel it with our senses and most of the time we tend to feel unworthy of His love. How can you really know if and when God loves you?
There are days when you really feel great and ... Views: 1703
The agoraphobia response is a completely appropriate reaction to threat and forms part of our natural instinct for self-preservation. However, when agoraphobia becomes an intrusive and constant condition, it must be dealt with and eliminated.
Encountering a 'threatening' situation, a sufferer ... Views: 6113
Last week I covered the first ten steps to creating your own investment groups for commercial real estate acquisitions. I was able to take the process right up to the acquisition of the property and I’ll cover the balance of the process here. The focus of these articles has been on acquiring ... Views: 1391
How many times have you placed a call to a client, a business or a colleague or friend only to reach voice mail? Then within two or three minutes of leaving your message they call you right back. Sometimes they’re honest about it and sometimes they lie but they’ve really been using voice mail to ... Views: 1979
This is the chance like no other for people to give themselves the time and energy that each deserves. There are now life coaches that not only assist people with self but also with business, projects, and home life. Being self aware is the key to having life run smoother. This includes ... Views: 1589
One of the most important requirements for purchasing commercial property is having enough down payment money, called “equity,” to complete the transaction. A very popular method of raising these funds when you don’t have it yourself is by forming a group of people who pool enough capital to ... Views: 2310
Are you experiencing the physical and financial effects of Chronic Degenerative diseases such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol or arthritis? Are you paying too much in insurance premiums, or cant get insurance because of pre-existing chronic degenerative diseases? Did you know that by ... Views: 1077
Do you remember that song from the 1960’s that went something like: “Where have all the flowers gone, long time passing?” Oh … you don’t? Hmm, maybe I really AM old! Well, I would update that song for the current decade to something like this: “Where have all the lenders gone, no loans ... Views: 1346
You may or may not have written an executive summary for your business.
You can use this information in your print materials, on the Internet, in presentations and proposals, and more.
The three top reasons people don’t write one are:
(1) They don’t know how;
(2) They haven’t even ... Views: 1722
Lately, I've been hearing from a lot of people who have been asked to present at a meeting for a different department or group. Essentially, they're told (by phone or email), "be there at 1 pm to talk for a few minutes about your project." That's not enough information.
If you're asked ... Views: 1186
A reader emailed me with a question: "You give points on being a good listener. I try, but I find myself at times interrupting because I'm so afraid I'm going to forget what I have to say. I've been told to keep a pen and paper handy to jot down what I want to say once the speaker has finished. ... Views: 11380
As your business grows and you experience more success it becomes increasingly important to pay attention to your 5 Types of Energy to maintain the growth and also to enjoy the journey. Your energy is your #1 most important resource when it comes to growing your business. It's more important ... Views: 1172
Hi, If you are one of many people who are just beginning to develop their psychic abilities often wonder how they will be able to “tell” when things are working. If this describes you, and you’d like to understand the phases of psychic development, then read on.
The first, and most ... Views: 1943
Imagine having an avalanche of free publicity. What would that be worth to you? Consider putting a value on that sort of positive exposure. It is potentially priceless.
This is what’s possible when you are open to all of the amazing opportunities that you have possibly been ignoring until ... Views: 1406
Home Remedies for Everything
Nature provides many home remedies. From getting rid of head lice, to getting a restful night's sleep, to clearly up a urinary infection, there's not many things you can't sort out with a humble home remedy. Let's take a look at a few diverse examples...
Got a ... Views: 4150
In the United States, there are signs of beginning awareness of an issue that policymakers in Australia and the U.K. have recognized for years: More and more children are providing care for elders and other adult relatives with disabilities.
Connie Siskowski, RN, PhD, founder and president ... Views: 2298
The title of your article is a gateway to it. If it is skilfully crafted and promises information that the searcher is looking for, it will motivate the reader to go through your article avidly. If not, the searcher will simply ignore it and go ahead. All your labour and time in writing the ... Views: 1086
Some Internet marketers use PPC or Pay Per Click marketing as a surer and quicker method to generate traffic to their websites. They call it laser targeting the audience or the customers who are in search of the information about the product or service that they intend to promote.
PPC ... Views: 1134
Writing an article that attracts the readers’ attention and makes them read it from its beginning to the end is an art. This is not to suggest that this ‘art’ alone can sustain the reader’s interest if the content in it is not unique, informative and useful.
The art, in fact, lies in ... Views: 3478
The secret of securing high page rank on the search engines is to use the right keywords or phrases in your articles. These are the keywords that the searchers are using to seek the information about the product or service that your website aims to provide. Here are some tips to find the right ... Views: 950
Ahh..the end of another workday.
It's 5 O' clock somewhere, so you decide to sneak out a little early because as a busy dad who is committed to staying fit you are looking forward to hitting the gym for a quick workout before you head home to join your family for dinner.
But before you ... Views: 2326
Everybody wants to get involved in personal branding. I’m sure, each one of us dreams to be the centre of attraction of our industry. The trend is in brand.
Yes, Personal Branding has amazing power that can turn impossible into possible. It is a great way to gain exposure and popularity. ... Views: 798
Relate to this? A worker sitting at his/her desk and imaging how life would be better almost anywhere but right there - feeling unsatisfied with the present situation but also not knowing how to break free.
Now ask yourself: Why anyone would settle for the mediocre and mundane? True, there ... Views: 5103
Chakra Healing Meditation has been practised throughout the ages by yogis and meditation masters who recognised the peace, serenity and considerable health benefits of tuning and balancing the 7 energy centres within the body. If you can get into the practise of meditation for at least 30 ... Views: 2867
Scotland has become a mecca for hill walkers over the years due to the great scenery and unspoilt landscapes. In recent years it has also become popular for long distance walking, this has been helped by the way marking of many trails.
West Highland Way
This is Scotland’s premier walking ... Views: 1146
The secret benefits of Guided Meditation are the subtle effects that happen quietly in the background without your conscious awareness.
The first term I will introduce is Homeostasis. (Just read it slowly and that is how it is meant to sound)
Homeostasis is when the different systems of ... Views: 2503
If you suffer from phobias, anxiety or PTSD you will be only too aware of the misery the conditions create. They leave us worn and depleted and they steal the quality of our lives. Often people are housebound because they fear going out and possibly being confronted with potentially threatening ... Views: 2223
A Panic Attack can be very frightening, but it may help to remember that it no more than a sequence of bodily reactions to a perceived threat. Panic occurs when adrenaline is released into the blood stream and our bodies prepare for fight or flight. The symptoms are often disproportionate to the ... Views: 2848
Many people come to me complaining that they're tired, exhausted, unable to find balance in their life. Some have incredibly busy schedules and others live a life of casual leisure. Yet, both are exhausted. I also know people who have either busy or leisurely schedules who are not tired, they ... Views: 1897
How can you respond confidently when someone makes a request you’d prefer not to accommodate?
The question has just been posed. Pause. Was your inclination to say yes, even though there’s a voice deep down saying “no”? What possible reasons could there be for saying no?
It’s beyond ... Views: 1716
Having trouble getting on with your in-laws? You are not alone! The impossibility of living in any kind of peace with your partner's family has been a source of woe forever. But knowing that everyone has trouble with their in-laws is not much help in dealing with your in-laws.
If your ... Views: 1494
I recently met a person who was interested in becoming a coach. They asked me if I was a coach. Then they asked me WHY I was a coach. I thought for a moment to ensure I was going to give a clear articulate answer. In this twenty-second moment of thinking, I kept trying to drill down as to the ... Views: 891
Love him or hate him, Michael Jackson left a huge legacy in the world. He was a father, entertainer, genius, abused child, wounded man, humanitarian…He was a man with many sides – more than two and a man on mission to re-enter the world of entertainment after a long delay. The world was ... Views: 1551
Snacking smart can help prevent tooth decay. During snacking your teeth are affected by the number factors including the frequency you eat sugary snacks, the duration the sugary foods stays in the mouth, and the texture of the sugary food. This article outlines tips to avoid dental tooth decay ... Views: 936
Preventive measures can do wonders for your dental health. A few simple homecare practices along with routine visits to the dentist will go a long way towards maintaining optimal oral health.
Routine preventive procedures share the similar objective of removing dental bacteria from the ... Views: 677
There are many reasons your business should consider custom web site design if you want to be successful online. These reasons include branding, being unique, generating traffic, and so much more.
When you hire a company for custom web site design they work hard to determine what it is about ... Views: 530
"People who are in their personal power often affect others without trying. As leaders, they empower rather than control." -Joan Sotkin
What are your dreams, your hopes, and your desires? Are they in harmony with your personal ambition to improve your life? Whether your goal is to be a ... Views: 3135
An online website is not the same as it used to be. There are many changes that have taken place with the technologies that shoppers and visitors expect to see when they go to a company site. These business website design changes include blogs and Web 2.0 technologies, audio and video, and ... Views: 473