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As a Headhunter-turned-Entrepreneur-turned-minister, I have dedicated my life to leading and instructing others on achieving a "Life By Design", through ministry, books and other media channels.

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Religion & Spirituality > Spiritual Insights Steps to living a life of joy: 1 of 10
The Headline January 25, 2007 under MSNBC.com jobs and career section read, "MOST U.S. WORKERS NOT LIVING THE DREAM, More than four out of five don't think they have the perfect job, survey finds." As a Headhunter turned entrepreneur, my career has allowed me to a unique opportunity to watch a sad disintegration of the key e... More..
Entertainment > Movie Reviews Movie reviews: The Secret: 1 of 9
The movie (and now subsequent book), "The Secret" has come under fire recently, due in part because of increased TV air time and media attention. Having seen the movie shortly after it's release in 2006, I wanted to unlock the diary and breathe clarity into "The Secret". "The Secret", from creator Rhonda Byrne, with it's cas... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Soldiers & Veterans Why Americans should support the troops!: 21 of 80
I think it's sad and appalling that we're allowed political views and agenda to cloud our perspective of unity. Too many Americans have forgotten the damage the lack of public support for troops serving in Vietnam. If you were a serviceman or woman who volunteered to serve your country and was shipped to hot, dusty, hostile ... More..
Celebrations & Holidays > Celebrations & Holidays (Other) How to create unique family traditions: 8 of 25
Two simple steps to creating memories When I think about families creating their own celebrations and traditions, it brings back such fond memories as a child for me. Memories with my own family, huddled and snuggling under a blanket on the couch, sitting around the television on blustery Wednesday evenings, watching episode... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values How to become a better person: 75 of 192
How can you become better, if you're bitter about what you already have? No one said navigating this winding river we call life, was easy. But as with any journey, it all starts with a single step; Thankfulness. You need to appreciate the many "things" you've already been blessed with. If you find yourself caught in the trap... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Childhood Development Children and failure: 2 of 5
As a parent, I speak from experience when I say it's natural to want to protect our children. It's heartbreaking to see our children, tears in their eyes, crying over broken toys and broken hearts. I would gladly be the first to stand in harms way to shield both of them. But there's a disclaimer. Sometimes they NEED to fail.... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Hunger, Disease & Poverty The H5N1 virus and pandemic flu: The perfect storm is here: 1 of 2
For more information log on to www.pandemicflu.gov I sat there, watching the evening news, scratching my head, listening as a reporter fearfully tells me another wild bird was found dead with Avian Flu. "So its a dead bird?" I thought. "Just part of the cycle of life. What's the big deal?" But like anyone with a curious natu... More..
Personal Finance > Spending & Saving (Other) Blowing the lid off employee wages and their taxes: 1 of 2
Have you ever wondered why you just can't ever seem to make enough? No matter what you do, finding a job that pays enough or even provides livable raises, is as elusive as Big Foot or Loch Ness? The real reason is more complicated than it seems; Taxes. And no, not just filling out the 1040 long form. Before I give you some t... More..
Personal Finance > Health Insurance High deductible health plans explained: 1 of 1
Clearing the confusion of High Deductible Health Plans Scratching your head wondering what's all the excitement about? Are you thinking, "a HIGH DEDUCTIBLE doesn't sound good to me". Let me explain in plain English, why everyone from Al Hubbard (Director of the National Economic Council and Assistant to the President for Eco... More..
Jobs & Careers > Layoffs & Firings Fired: How to change your behavior for your next job: 9 of 17
"What you say to yourself, defines what you think of yourself. What you think of yourself, defines who you are." - Brian Dooley Without a doubt, the toughest element of your job search, contrary to popular belief, isn't getting people to respond to your Resume. It's learning to control the six inches of space between your ea... More..