September 2010 Blog Posts (41)

Marketing Tip

If you are attending several "networking" meetings that you feel are "cheesy", it is time for a change. Most business should come from referrals. The best way to get referrals is to get to know people and to teach them about your business.

One way to get to know people better is to put some time in higher quality groups such as a volunteer organization or a well run chamber of commerce. Before you join either one investigate, talk to people who are NOT on the board about why they…

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Added by Frank Gomez on September 17, 2010 at 1:35pm — No Comments

More Energy Anyone?!

The fastest, safest and the most effective way to get energy

Do you ever…

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Added by Elena A. Rybak on September 17, 2010 at 1:30pm — No Comments

Exercise Offsets the Effects of the Obesity Gene

Scientists in England have recently discovered a gene that they believe explains why some people, including adolescents, are more prone to becoming overweight or obese. This gene, dubbed “the obesity gene” or the FTO obesity gene affects up to half of all people of European heritage and makes it more of a challenge to lose weight – and avoid obesity. Fortunately, there may be a way to offset the… Continue

Added by admin on September 16, 2010 at 7:52am — No Comments

The Truth, The Whole Truth!

Ed Pendarvis, CBI

Charleston SC

Affiliates Committee Chair

The TRUTH is that business brokers help folks obtain "The American Dream" of owning their own business. We do that by listing and marketing existing successful businesses that for whatever reason, the present owner wants and/or needs to sell. We create and define the marketplace.

The TRUTH is that starting up a business is statistically scary, so we sell businesses that have already survived start up and… Continue

Added by Stacy L. Alario, FCBI on September 15, 2010 at 10:30am — No Comments

Talking With Older Drivers.... Is It Time To Put The Brakes On ?

The growing number of older drivers and todays driving complexities has increased the concern expressed by many Americas about the safety of a loved one.

These decisions are difficult for older people to make on their own.

This guide is to help bring about the conversation and assist you when the time is right to discuss the safety of your elderly relative,…

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Added by JILL HOWE. Visiting Angels on September 15, 2010 at 9:16am — No Comments

September Acupuncture Savings

Josh Zimmer, AP - Harmony Health Acupuncture and Herbs

www.harmonyhealthsrq.com

It's not too late to make an appointment for this Friday's half-price treatment special ($25). In fact, if you can't make Friday - only 3 slots remain - I'll extend the privileges to Thursday afternoon or Saturday morning. Don't miss this opportunity to get a full treatment at a great price. This is an ongoing once/month… Continue

Added by Josh Zimmer on September 14, 2010 at 1:15pm — No Comments

The 10 Do's of Selling Your Business

Are you a business owner at that stage in your life where you are contemplating the potential sale of your company?

The main key to a successful sale is preparation. Keep in mind that whatever you put into the process is what you will get out of it. Understanding the selling process and being prepared are the key indicators that will establish the tone of selling your business and help you be more comfortable when you are ready. The selling process is important and requires a huge… Continue

Added by Stacy L. Alario, FCBI on September 13, 2010 at 9:30am — No Comments

Enter To Win VIP Tickets To "Buy Your Own Bachelor" Benefiting Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Time To Enter Has Closed We Have Winners!!

Congratulations To Our Winners You will each receive 2 VIP Tickets To BYOB

Enter To Win…

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Added by admin on September 13, 2010 at 5:30am — 19 Comments

TELL THE FDA: STOP THE MUTANT FISH

We have just a few days to keep the Food & Drug Administration (FDA) from approving engineered salmon as the first animal manufactured for human consumption.

AquaBounty Technologies created the mutant Atlantic salmon by artificially combining growth hormone genes from a Pacific salmon with DNA from an eelpout. This keeps the fish growing year round, confined in crowded inland tanks -- unlike ocean… Continue

Added by Dr. ZZ on September 12, 2010 at 9:00pm — No Comments

RELATIONSHIP TIP OF THE WEEK: Don't miss your last chance...

to register for Relationships101. Successful relationships take skill; they don’t just happen…at least not for long. In Relationships 101, you will learn self skills and relationship skills. When those skills are practiced in relationship, relationships transform. The skills learned will not only apply in relationships with spouses or significant others, but in any relationship.

In Relationships 101, here’s just some of what you’ll…

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Added by Amy Warren, LMHC / WQ Mag Columnist on September 12, 2010 at 11:02am — No Comments

Tips for a Fantastic Wedding Film

Originally published here;

http://www.groupersandwich.com/news/2010/08/tips-for-a-fantastic-wedding-video/

Congratulations! You are engaged and planning for one of the most important days of your life! It’s time to start thinking about the when,

where and who of your big day. One of the many decisions you will make

is how you want the day to be captured. Well, I’m a tad biased,… Continue

Added by Sage Hall on September 11, 2010 at 11:24pm — No Comments

Managing Bears in Florida, Your Thoughts Matter!

Here's a shocker for everyone. When you continue to destroy an animal's habitat and force them to constantly relocate it is highly possible they'll wind up on your doorstep. The latest animal to start wandering the streets and roads outside of the forest are black bears and now…

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Added by Punum on September 10, 2010 at 8:39am — No Comments

Fall Prevention

I am not talking about preventing the" Fall Season.'

I am talking about preventing Falls in the Homes of our Elderly Parents.

Through Education and self examination you can eliminate the likelihood of falls in the home.

Health& Saftey.

Check medications: Taking multiple meds. can cause diziness, confusion, drowsiness and balance…

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Added by JILL HOWE. Visiting Angels on September 7, 2010 at 2:00pm — 1 Comment

Do Your Communication Skills Need a Tune-Up?

Have you ever thought you were a “great person”, only to find that people shy away from you? Are you the one that asks others out for coffee and they never return the favor? Do people refuse offers of doing something together with you? Have you ever wondered why that is?

It might be because of any number of reasons, but one might simply… Continue

Added by admin on September 7, 2010 at 6:30am — No Comments

FOCUS, a value proposition for business growth?

The business world we live in is not the same as it was several years ago. As owners and professionals attempt to make sense of a changed landscape, diversification has been a common tactic. For many this may make sense, for others in their attempt to meet every need they have become so…

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Added by Sara Hand on September 6, 2010 at 12:51pm — No Comments

RELATIONSHIP TIP: Get Educated

Almost eight years ago, it was a serendipitous day both in my relationship and my professional life when the Psychotherapy Networker magazine titled “Bad Couples Therapy: How to Avoid It” arrived at my office. The magazine featured several articles on the subject by renowned therapists, but the one that struck a chord with me so loudly that I couldn’t help but hear it was by best-selling author and ground-breaking therapist Terry Real. I had never heard of him before, but I immediately knew… Continue

Added by Amy Warren, LMHC / WQ Mag Columnist on September 5, 2010 at 9:00am — No Comments

CANCER STINKS !! ( LIKE MY CAMERA SKILLS)

Cancer stinks,yep it sure does, hardly makes you want to break into a song and dance routine.

We even avoid mentioning the word, we politely ignore it in much the same way we do when someone has the temerity to fart in the elevator ! (OMG ! did she just write fart, yep, sure did). The stink is there, right under our noses, but what's this ? A sudden mass outbreak of blocked sinuses !

When we finally do gird our loins and stammer out the cancer word, it is in…

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Added by fiona hayden on September 4, 2010 at 10:40pm — 1 Comment

GOING BEYOND THE GOLD FOR CHILDREN WITH CANCER

Given my own family and personal history, I confess that I often focus on women’s cancers. An email from a customer last year prompted me to take a closer look at children’s cancers and National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. I’ve always been slightly shattered by my conversations with mothers of young girls confronting cancer and in need of a pretty and uplifting head scarf. I am glad that I can offer… Continue

Added by Susan Beausang on September 3, 2010 at 1:13pm — No Comments

Marketing Tips

MAKE MARKETING EASIER

There is one thing that makes marketing easier. A great product. Ford has been in marketing news over and over because it is… Continue

Added by Frank Gomez on September 3, 2010 at 10:59am — No Comments

Keep Loving Your Job...Tips On Staying Motivated

Sometimes, the most outstanding employees feel down in the dumps and need help keeping their highly motivated levels. Attitudes are an important factor in staying motivated. For instance, if an employee decides to react to a work related circumstance in a negative manner, then it was that employee’s decision to do so. People can change their attitudes and feelings towards work so they can thrive at work and… Continue

Added by admin on September 2, 2010 at 6:22am — No Comments