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- Top 10 common iPhone Application development mistakes - by Submitted on Aug 12, 2018 from Manan GhadawalaThe fast development in the implementation of mobile apps recently now has been extraordinary. The aggregate number of apps on the Google Play Store is projected at 2.8 million as at March 2017, just about thrice what was documented in 2013, as per to Statistical data. Even though this newest ...
Views: 29 - Top 5 Advantages of IVR for your call center in 2018. - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2018 from Matt SmithInteractive Voice Response(IVR), is a type of call center software that basically computerizes communications with client calls. It is used to create pre-recorded sounds which help customers in getting the right procedure to attend the appropriate agent. Interactive voice response is mostly ...
Views: 61 - 7 Top Reasons Why You Face Obstacles in Learning Cardboard Crafting - by Submitted on Jul 20, 2018 from Max Leed LeedThe use of cardboard and art came in 1848 when Anne Bronte used these terms in Wildfell Hall. It means a heavy-duty paper and therefore this term is not used in industry due to the vagueness of the term. Cardboard art means the artwork made from different materials. Since the style, format, and ...
Views: 109(1 vote) - Advantages of being your own boss - by Submitted on Jul 16, 2018 from Tori UtleyIf you have been planning to start a business or quit your 9-5 job for freelancing it is a great plan, and you should follow through if you have the training and connections to start and grow your business. The following advantages will encourage you to follow your dreams. You make the ...
Views: 58 - Honour Your NO! - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2018 from Maggie SliderIm discovering more and more just how much we …..especially women, give our power away. No matter what relationship we are talking about, be it parent-child, husband-wife, teacher-student, even owner-dog, it all starts with power and control. We feel the need to be in control of our lives, and ...
Views: 111 - How To Find A Perfect Storage Unit Near You - by Submitted on Jun 19, 2018 from Tori UtleyStorage units are helpful for keeping your belongings safe and secure, the concept of storage units is rising with time and nowadays almost everybody needs a storage unit at some point. Usually firms need Storage Units for storing their product stocks or for keeping auxiliaries. When choosing a ...
Views: 106 - How to Stop People Pleasing and Start Living Your Life - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2018 from Estra RoellDo you: * Say yes to things you really don’t want to? * Put everyone else’s needs before yours to the point of exhausting yourself and neglecting your own self-care? * Go along with things you’re not really comfortable with just to keep the peace? * Say no, but you make a lot of ...
Views: 346 - How proven training development processes can benefit your business - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2018 from Ryan AustinThere is an immense change in the Learning and Development world. The old standards of how to measure the efficacy of learning have changed. But designing training with subject matter experts can provide an enormous advantage to your business like never before. A genuine expert will have a ...
Views: 201 - Make A Perfect And Effective Resume To Achieve Your Goals - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2018 from Nabil AhsanTo get the desired job is not an easy task. Where ever you notice will find colossal competition. There is only one way you can distinguish yourself by making an effective resume. That can help you to achieve your desired goal. Writing a perfect resume is not similar to writing day to day ...
Views: 275(1 vote) - Don't Just Sit There! Start Public Speaking Course to Express Yourself - by Submitted on Mar 14, 2018 from Ron SpencerMost people, no matter where they belong, have a phobia with the public speaking. Legs wobbling as soon as you start to approach the podium, hands shaking while adjusting the microphone, head throbbing as soon as you face the crowd and throat parching when you are just about to speak up are some ...
Views: 241 - Things You Should Know About SolidWorks Training - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2018 from Rachel MinahanSolidWorks is currently used by millions of engineers and designers worldwide, because of the various advantages it provides to make the workflow of any company even more effective. While there are plenty of design engineers at different companies who use this software, it is important for ...
Views: 327 - The Perfect Printable Rifle Target Shooting Skill - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2018 from Douglas brooksEvery target shooter will eventually experience frustration trying to select the perfect target. If you think about it, practicing with the right targets is as important as tuning your rifle, because a poor target can cause as at least as many deviations in shot groupings as not bedding and ...
Views: 298 - Moving Data To The Cloud - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2018 from Srinivasan Software Solutions Pvt ltd.,Cloud computing has given the technological world a much-needed gift in the form of easy storage and access In organizations the data that is created and stored takes relentless focus and significant resources to manage it cost-effectively, security and reliably. As organizations face ...
Views: 279 - 12 Ways to Complain Without Being Rude - by Submitted on Jan 24, 2018 from Marilyn VinchyChances are good that at some point, you’ll want to complain about something. It could be a cold meal, a faulty touch-screen or a holiday from hell. Whatever the reason, there’s no point in doing it unless you’re going to win. We’ve put together these tips to show you how. Follow these tips ...
Views: 428(1 vote) - How To Set Boundaries and Stand Your Ground - by Submitted on Jan 15, 2018 from Christiana StarBoundaries are important. From a psychological perspective, boundaries are the mental, emotional, spiritual or relational limits on who and what kind of influences you accept into your life. How you expect to be treated depends on your personal history and self-evaluation. This is different ...
Views: 497(1 vote) - Overcoming analysis paralysis in 6 simple steps - by Submitted on Nov 04, 2017 from Andy KayAnalysis paralysis is a term that seems to be increasing in popularity. And it’s a term with which many non-fidents, whether they’ve come across it or not, will be all too familiar. Basically, analysis paralysis means over-thinking and over-analyzing one’s options until they all seem equally ...
Views: 409 - How Graphic Designing changes our society - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2017 from jasmeet singh gambhirSometime, somewhere on trying to look a video on Youtube this very interesting advertisement by WordPress popped up, there they talked about the indirect reference of the equality of each man’s vocation and how they are all play a part to sum up a society. Like the canine sweater knitters who ...
Views: 407 - How to Smash Your Next Interview - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2017 from Jeremiah OwyangNo one enjoys interviews. You know heading into most interviews that your chances of getting the job are low as there are so many other qualified applicants out there. You feel nervous going in, and yet you have to appear confident and comfortable as if an interview is as easy as your morning ...
Views: 432 - How To Work With Difficult People - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2017 from Marilyn VinchyHave you ever worked with someone who you just don’t seem to get along with? It can make your working hours feel long and awkward, but the next step doesn’t have to mean looking for a new job. There are many approaches you can take to stay in control. 1. Set some ground rules on how you ...
Views: 561(1 vote) - Fall in Love with Your Job Again - by Submitted on Aug 24, 2017 from Shae HollandWhen you first start your job, you love every aspect of it. You are eager to learn, and every activity is exciting. But as time goes by, some of us start to resent our jobs. You might feel stuck, frustrated, or just plain bored. But job satisfaction doesn’t always require a career change. Here ...
Views: 683 - 5 QUALITIES OF NON VIOLENT FIGHTING - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2017 from Janet PfeifferWhen individuals disagree on a subject matter, whether it's politics, religion, home projects, budgeting issues or such, very often the discussion escalates into a full-blown fight. Tensions rise as each side tries to convince the other that their beliefs or ways of doing something are more ...
Views: 613 - Two major mistakes you should stop making right now - by Submitted on Jun 06, 2017 from Andy KayThere are two major mistakes you should stop making in life. As you ponder what they might be, try to see if any of these sound familiar: "Why can't I just figure stuff out like everyone else?" "Am I the only one who doesn't know how to take control of my life yet?" "How did everyone ...
Views: 559 - Zoho Workplace – All the standard software business needs, in one place - by Submitted on May 25, 2017 from Peter RogersZoho Workplace is a set of tools that empower a workforce to collaborate, create or communicate more effectively and efficiently. These tools can be classified in three ways: A full-featured office suite is part of Zoho Workplace including Zoho Writer which is used to write and edit ...
Views: 566 - How to Use Rejection as a Stepping Stone to Success - by Submitted on May 07, 2017 from Luis AurelianoSo many times, entrepreneurs put everything they have into building a startup and at the first sign or two of rejection, they begin doubting their abilities. Not being able to deal with and overcome rejection has been the downfall of many an entrepreneur and that’s why it is one of the ...
Views: 742 - Learning the Importance of Saying No - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2017 from Merryl LentzIt's only a two-letter word. It's small and simple. Tiny, even. Microscopic. Yet it's sometimes one of the hardest words to say in the English language. It's the word "no." But there are times when saying "yes" to the word "no" can be profoundly liberating, and can assist you in staying true to ...
Views: 728 - Critical Thinking: Do Some People Say That People Have A Phobia To Control Them? - by Submitted on Apr 06, 2017 from Oliver JR CooperWhen one comes across information that goes against what they believe, they can take the time to look over it. And if they were to meet someone who has a different outlook, they could also listen to what they have to say. What this can show is that they have an open mind, and this is then ...
Views: 623 - MOVING FORWARD FROM THE PAST - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2017 from Stacey Cox GiovanniStacey Cox Giovanni Life Time Success 4 U Here I am again. Just sharing with all of you the times we have of our ups and down happen to all of us. The question is how do we deal with it. I have been going through some things for some time now. And I will share with you the victim mentality ...
Views: 730 - ***Smart Strategies to Achieve Self-Confident Nonverbal Communication - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2017 from Vivian HarteIn order to be as effective as possible with your confident statements, you need to learn how to hold your body and use your voice. If you’re saying confident words, but your body or voice show that you’re unsure of yourself, people will believe your nonverbal communication instead of your ...
Views: 3083 - Boost Your Ability to be Assertive With Friends - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2017 from Vivian HarteIt’s not the easiest thing to be assertive with friends. They may be used to you doing everything they ask. If you agree to any request they make, cancel appointments to be with them, and even ignore things you have to do so you can do what they want, then you’re like a doormat. You don’t ...
Views: 3281 - ***Eliminate Your Passive Language - Tag Questions and Qualifiers - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2017 from Vivian HartePassive people give away their passivity with the type of language they use. Their words tell others that they don’t think very highly of themselves and that they need others’ approval. This type of language takes away their power. De-emphasizers are methods of using speech so that passive ...
Views: 3203 - The Best Ways to Deal Assertively with Conflicts - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2017 from Vivian HarteConflicts are normal in all relationships, even loving ones. It’s vital that these differences are resolved. If not, the feelings between you and your partner will gradually diminish. Different personality types handle conflicts in different ways, and the way they argue depends on their ...
Views: 3154 - Little Known Ways to Confidently Speak Up in Meetings - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2017 from Vivian HarteSpeaking up in meetings is crucial if you want to be promoted at work. People will see you as being smart, energetic, and sharp. Your inner confidence will help you express yourself, and the respect others will have for you will add to your confidence even further. The Problem Picture ...
Views: 2867(1 vote) - The 4 Steps to Confronting Another Person and Getting Your Way - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2017 from Vivian HarteHave you ever had a situation where you want another person to change their behavior, and you ended up arguing with them instead? There may have been yelling, put-downs and anger. This certainly isn’t the best way to get others to act in a different way. One of the best ways to get others ...
Views: 3257 - What it Really Takes to Get Good Grades (and it’s Not about Being Smart) - by Submitted on Sep 01, 2016 from Pat LaDouceurIf you’ve ever wondered how to get good grades, maybe something like this has gone through your mind… I’m not good at languages. History isn’t my thing. I’m not a math person. I often hear comments like this from my clients when they’re explaining a low test score or struggling with a ...
Views: 790 - Foolproof Ways to Use Assertiveness to Request a Raise - by Submitted on Oct 10, 2017 from Vivian HarteYou are looking at your bank statement, and you realize that you’ve been getting the same salary for a long time. You know that you’ve added a lot of value to your company or organization, and you feel you’re entitled to a raise. Last week, your mechanic told you that your car needs a major ...
Views: 3047 - How to handle the Workers’ Champion at Work? - by Submitted on Aug 04, 2016 from Dr Rakesh ChopraThis type of person has an attitude of ‘Us, The Poorly Paid Workers vs. ‘You, The Rich Fat Cat Management’. When you ask him (or her) to implement a strategy, he assesses it against his benchmark of whether it benefits the workers. He may challenge you directly on this point or may quietly ...
Views: 708 - Niceness: A Cause for Anxiety? - by Submitted on Aug 02, 2016 from Ericka MartinIn his book, "When Anxiety Attacks", Dr. David Burns suggests that there are three main causes for anxiety: 1) Negative Thoughts 2) Avoidance 3) Niceness Niceness? Yes, niceness. Just think about what happens when, because of niceness, you say "yes" to something every part of ...
Views: 911 - An Empowering Reframe RE: Energy Vampires - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2016 from T. Renee RichardsonAloha! Sometimes this subject arises in my private practice, among spiritually-based business owners working to develop compassionate detachment: “Energy vampire” is a term used to describe manipulative or needy individuals who are said to steal the energy of others by tiring them out, ...
Views: 664(1 vote) - What’s stopping your progress: Reason or Excuse? - by Submitted on Jul 13, 2016 from Rupa ShendeIn conversations with clients – I hear some of the most amazing one liners that help my personal growth. Today’s blog is a reflection on one such sentence. “Me: What has stood out for you in the past three weeks? Client: I now distinguish between reasons and excuses – that helps me in ...
Views: 669 - Do You Need Commercial In Cleaning Services? - by Submitted on May 27, 2016 from Andy DeanHaving a fire sprinkler at work or at home can be a lifeline and is not a thing you should ignore. These systems are dependably on-stand by and been proved to be helpful with regards to saving properties and lives in the cause of a fire breakout. You will need a fire sprinkler inspection to ...
Views: 703 - Wedding Gown Alterations Los Angeles: Tips to Getting the Best Fitted Wedding Gown - by Submitted on May 26, 2016 from Andy DeanWhether you're hoping to change the style of a gown you already have, just nip and tuck until it splendidly fits you, or letting out a gown to fit for your kind of body, be it wedding gown alterations in Los Angeles, bridal gown alterations in Los Angeles or Hollywood bridal gown alterations ...
Views: 688 - 10 Ways to Take your Power Back - by Submitted on May 22, 2016 from Barika GraysonIs your mojo missing? Feeling powerless? Maybe you just want to be a better version of yourself! Here are 10 ways that you can take your power back and increase your happiness. 1. Focus on what you want to happen: Positive thinking is at the forefront of every great success story. ...
Views: 845 - The lone workers need security at work - by Submitted on May 18, 2016 from Jeo NashWork is essential. We need to work to earn our living. It is necessary to work and it involves traveling as well. Many workers travel from one place to another for the purpose of their work. The security of the workers is of utmost importance while they are at work. The life of the lone worker ...
Views: 557 - Speak Up About Something: Courage To Create Good In The World - by Submitted on May 11, 2016 from Frosty WooldridgeHenry David Thoreau said, “The masses of men (and women) live lives of quiet desperation.” That equates to the fact that most people lack the courage or incentive to get involved with the great events of life within their communities, states or nations. When you attended high school or ...
Views: 781(1 vote) - Dealing with Harmful People in Your Life - by Submitted on May 09, 2016 from Maria Khalife“A person who could muster the courage to remove from his daily life the products that he basically doesn’t need would automatically delete the negative thoughts and the toxic people in his life.” ~ Anuj Somany What makes a person toxic, poisonous, or harmful to you in your life? I think the ...
Views: 815 - Are Toxic Friendships Disrupting Your Business? - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2016 from T. Renee RichardsonAloha! (Which means, “breath of life.”) Just what is a “toxic friendship?” Surely you wouldn’t be friends with someone who made you drink poison. True? However, that IS what’s happening, energetically. When you are involved in a dynamic with another person and you feel drained, disrespected, ...
Views: 832(2 votes) - How To Be Charismatic: 10 Powerful Strategies. - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2016 from Mike McClementWhat is it about some people that makes them seem ‘charismatic’ to you? In other words, what makes them stand out? Charisma seems a bit of an enigma. It’s a concept we struggle to define. But why? 1. We tend not to think about what we mean by charisma. We may think someone has charisma but ...
Views: 912 - You, And You Alone, Are The Creator Of Your Successful Life - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2016 from Rosemary Nonny KnightI get it… Things have happened… PEOPLE have happened and they have caused you to doubt yourself but honey… They are not the creator of your life… YOU ARE! Events do not get to define you… YOU DO! And whatever it is that you have been through gives you the exact strength that you ...
Views: 955 - Say, "No." How and Why - by Submitted on Jan 30, 2016 from T. Renee RichardsonAloha! Right Now: Your self care tip for today: "No. It's a complete sentence. Learn to say it." Further, from, "The B-Natural Food for the Soul Self-Care & Maintenance Guide:" "Say NO without guilt or explanation. Ultimately, YOU are the only person responsible for YOU and your spiritual ...
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