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I have over 20 years of experience in marketing communications and over 11 years of experience in adult education and training. I've worked in a lot of different types of businesses, in a lot of different environments, and have, for the most part, enjoyed

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Business > Starting a Business What do I need to start my own business?: 3 of 15
Courage, brains, and a heart. Yes, the familiar story of Oz can provide us with many simple lessons about life and business. When considering what it takes to start your own business, think first about your life where it is now, where you want it to go, and how you plan to get it there. Then look at your business needs . . . ... More..
Arts & Humanities > European History Nazi human experimentation during the Holocaust: 1 of 5
Joseph Goebbels, Nazi Germany's Minister of Propaganda, stated in 1938 that "we do not subscribe to the view that one should feed the hungry, give drink to the thirsty, or clothe the naked . . . our objectives are entirely different: we must have a healthy people in order to prevail in the world."Nazi medical experiments duri... More..
Jobs & Careers > Jobs & Careers (Other) How to leave a job gracefully: 2 of 8
Burn no bridges. No matter what the circumstances of your departure are, you must exit as professionally as possible. Smile and be pleasant, even if you feel like running out the door screaming that you have finally escaped!Very few people stay in one position for 20 or 30 years, as they did in previous generations. Today, mo... More..
Business > Starting a Business How to land your first clients and turn them into long-term clients: 1 of 4
Network, network, network. Starting a new business is challenging enough, with all of the paperwork, licenses, business plans, et al. When looking for your first clients, use what and who you know. First, tell all of your contacts what your new business is all about and then ask them to start telling their contacts. This is e... More..
Business > Entrepreneurial Spirit How to become known as a dependable business person: 1 of 3
Under-promise and over-deliver. This philosophy of doing business will serve you well in a number of areas, helping you to become known as a dependable business person.What does it mean to under-promise and over-deliver? Most people relate this business philosophy to meeting deadlines. Tell your client you will have the proje... More..
Business > Financing a Startup How the U.S. government financial bailout impacts entrepreneurs: 1 of 3
The buzzwords around the financial bailout are "freeing up credit" and "creating jobs," both of which impact entrepreneurs. The theory is that if financial institutions have the money they need to free up credit restrictions on small businesses, those entrepreneurs can access the funds they need to grow their businesses and h... More..
Health & Fitness > Healthy Living & Wellness Living in the moment: What about tomorrow?: 6 of 17
Life is what happens while you're busy making plans for tomorrow. We stress and we worry about what the future will bring, especially in the current "challenging" economic environment, but in doing so we quite often miss the blessings that today brings.The "what ifs" of tomorrow cause the anxiety attacks of today. We sit at o... More..
Business > Entrepreneurship (Other) Time management for entrepreneurs: 4 of 10
"I don't know how you do it all." As a freelance writer and consultant, a graduate student, and the mother of two teenagers, I've heard it this comment so many times I often wonder myself how I get it all done. I am not a naturally organized person. Piles are my preferred way of life. As an entrepreneur, though, piles do not ... More..
Business > Entrepreneurial Spirit Steps toward becoming an entrepreneur: 4 of 10
The first step to take in becoming an entrepreneur is to seek help. No, that's not a reflection of your mental state. It's a solid piece of advice.Don't try to go it alone. It's not a good idea, especially when there is so much experienced help available to you. Seek advice, assistance, and guidance from professional resource... More..
Education > Adult Education How to find a continuing education program: 3 of 6
A quality continuing education program is as close as your local community college. There you will find affordable options, whether you are searching for a program to help you with job skills, you need continuing education credits to maintain a certification, or you want to take a course just to learn something new.Community ... More..