November 2009 Blog Posts (61)

WHAT IS YOUR FIVE YEAR PLAN ?

"What is your five-year plan?"

This is a question that we often associate with career or business planning. It is commonly asked during job interviews. It is used often because the interviewee's response is informative.

Employers want to know if you have the ability, interest, and focus to voice a plan for your future. Being able to do so indicates some intelligent forethought and the desire to reach a specific goal. Too much of the… Continue

Added by Patti Linn on November 11, 2009 at 9:35am — No Comments

The Suncoast Food and Wine Fest: A Delectable Way to Spend an Afternoon

It was a wise decision to change the name of the Suncoast Wine Fest to the Suncoast Food and Wine Fest this year. As I noted in my column last year, this festival is just as much about the food as it is the wine. The festival itself didn’t change this year other than the addition of specialty beers to further accommodate the masses. It’s just that now the name reflects what has always been true – you can easily enjoy this festival for the food alone. Next year, even if you don’t enjoy wine,… Continue

Added by Amy Warren, LMHC / WQ Mag Columnist on November 10, 2009 at 4:57pm — No Comments

The little chews that packs a huge health punch.

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Whether you're at home or on the go, individually wrapped Nutritional Chews are perfect for the whole family. Another Real Food Technology TM solution, they're packed with vitamins, minerals and phytonutrients. They're a tasty mid-morning and mid-afternoon pick-me-up for adults plus a delicious, healthy, after-school treat alternative for kids.… Continue

Added by Bonita on November 9, 2009 at 12:25pm — No Comments

Holistic Health and the Metaphysical

Hello -- I blog on issues of holistic health and the metaphysical.
This is to invite you to join me at:
www.SarasotaHolisticHealth.ning.com

Please also follow me at:
www.prophetspeak.blogspot.com

Added by Jack Alexander on November 8, 2009 at 4:30pm — No Comments

NV Events Holiday Expo looking for Vendors

I am Vicki owner of NV Events Planner and I am hosting a Holiday Expo and I am looking for vendors that would like to sell their product or service. Great for all small business to get your speciality item noticed.

Baking Goods

Foods

Art

Toys

Tools

Books

Children’s clothing/accessories

Custom children’s books

Unique gifts

Make-up

Skincare

Jewelry

Candles

Pet Goods

Cards and… Continue

Added by Vicki Viccora on November 7, 2009 at 11:32pm — 9 Comments

Smart Marketing

Advertising Age magazine reports that the 2010 census will illustrate that there is no such thing as the "Average American." Our country is becoming more and more diverse. Because of this "Shotgun marketing" will be less and less effective. Your message is less likely to get across to a wide variety of people with a wide variety of backgrounds and values. Targeted marketing will become more important. Think "Tribes", Social Groups and so on. It will be critical for your company to get advocates… Continue

Added by Frank Gomez on November 6, 2009 at 3:28pm — No Comments

PRODUCT REVIEW: Julie Hewett Ora Mineral Powder -- A New Love!

When I love something, I’m typically faithful in my devotion. But with things as with people, sometimes you think you have loved until something so much better comes along that you realize it wasn’t true love in the first place. That’s what happened when I tried Julie Hewett’s Ora Mineral Powder. When it comes to foundation, my allegiance used to be to Bare Escentuals bareMinerals Foundation, but now I’ve found a new love! I will be forever grateful… Continue

Added by Amy Warren, LMHC / WQ Mag Columnist on November 6, 2009 at 3:00pm — 2 Comments

Hobo or Satchel

The word hobo is tossed around a lot in the world of purses and we at Handbag Heaven like a good hobo as well as the next gal, but not to the exclusion of all other styles. As far as trends go, I have to believe that when my mother-in-law tells me that she's looking for a black hobo bag, the trend has probably reached the mature phase, much like my mother-in-law.

It can be confusing to know just what is considered a hobo bag… Continue

Added by Mary Mather on November 6, 2009 at 12:45am — No Comments

Creative Resources for Decorating in this Economy

It's getting closer to the holidays and we are all thinking about decorating our homes to welcome loved ones and nuture ourselves but if you're like most of us, the budget hardly supports seasonal gifts much less holiday decorating. Here are 4 creative resources for decorating (and gift shopping) in this economy to inspire you...

1. Swap-o-rama:

Have you ever eyed an item your neighbor had and wished you could have it? Well,… Continue

Added by Debra Bowis on November 5, 2009 at 9:00pm — No Comments

Interview with author Lucinda Streiker-Schmidt about her novel “A Separate God – Journal Of An Amish Girl”

Here's the interview link: Journal Of An Amish Girl

Lucinda Streiker-Schmidt will be in Sarasota next week signing and

discussing her new book "A Separate God - Journal Of An Amish Girl", a

fictional account of her childhood and marriage based on factual events.

Lucinda in… Continue

Added by Cliff Roles on November 5, 2009 at 7:00pm — No Comments

Social Etiquette Tip of the Week - How to be a Great Wedding Guest!

Sarasota wedding season is in full swing and every weekend brings guests from near and far to our beautiful city.

I was the planner for a beautiful destination wedding at the Powel Crosley Estate last weekend. Everyone, including the bride and her family, were from New York and the bride went to great lengths to insure that all guests felt special and were properly taken care of.

The behavior of some of the guests’ was so inappropriate...they are my inspiration for this… Continue

Added by Maria Brady on November 5, 2009 at 5:17pm — 1 Comment

Single Women, Be Careful!!

WARNING, MATCH.COM DON'T USE THEM! If you are on there be very careful!! I had an incident with a stalker and a woman who knows him. She emailed me. I don't know how she knows about me....MATCH COULD CARE LESS! Every time I ask, "am I safe?", they tell me they won't share any info. They told me to get an attorney if I want any info. or to press charges.

Pass this along to any single people, especially single women!

Added by Punum on November 5, 2009 at 5:03pm — No Comments

Rihanna, Mike Vick, JC Dugard, Tweet the giraffe and circus animals. How are they all related?

RECENTLY A 5 MONTH OLD GIRL IN FLORIDA WAS STARVED TO DEATH. BECOMING MORE AWARE OF YOUR SURROUNDINGS MIGHT HELP SAVE A LIFE, HUMAN OR ANIMAL

Added by Punum on November 5, 2009 at 11:58am — No Comments

Anger Management!

I don’t normally consider myself an angry individual however a recurrence of Alopecia Areata is testing my resilience. Eight years ago I was diagnosed with Alopecia Universalis. I was completely bald for 7 years and then miraculously my hair re-appeared just in time for my son’s wedding. Go figure! I’ve enjoyed the precious follicles for over a year but Alopecia is having it’s way again - and the shedding is relentless. As anyone who has experienced hair loss will testify the emotions attached… Continue

Added by Susan Beausang on November 4, 2009 at 2:56pm — 2 Comments

Interview with author Susan Estes about her new children’s book “Tinycandy’s Gift”

Here's the interview link - click here: Tinycandy's Gift

"Tinycandy’s Gift" is a new Christmas story by Susan Estes. Tinycandy is an elf growing up in the North Pole who always felt left out because he walks with a limp. With Christmas approaching,Tinycandy is desperate to find his special “gift” in order to contribute… Continue

Added by Cliff Roles on November 4, 2009 at 7:30am — No Comments

WQ Weight Loss Challenge Update!

Here is the latest news on our Weight Loss Challenge Participants:

Since starting the challenge on October 12th the women have had very positive results!

The most impressive being the loss of inches and body fat!

The group as a whole has lost a total of 25 inches in the past three weeks. (that's 5" per person} primarily from their waist and hips.

They also have dropped an average of 4% of their body fat in the first three weeks.

To… Continue

Added by Patti Linn on November 3, 2009 at 11:13pm — 1 Comment

Low-Carb or Low-Fat? Which is better for Weight Loss?

Yes, there’s a lot of controversy out there about the kind of diet you should eat for weight loss. – Low carb, low fat or low calorie. One of the reasons low-carb and low-fat diets work is that cutting carbs and cutting fat ultimately cuts calories. Remember, a calorie deficit is needed for weight loss, and these diets work to reduce calories, pure and simple.

Researchers at the Harvard School of Public Health and the Pennington Biomedical Research Center put four popular diets --… Continue

Added by Patti Linn on November 3, 2009 at 2:49pm — No Comments

Animals and humans are very similar, especially as winter approaches.

Do your joints bother you when the weather changes? Well, animals can have the same issues and pains.

The best prevention is eating right, supplements and exercise. Here are ways we are like our… Continue

Added by Punum on November 3, 2009 at 11:05am — No Comments

Book me now for your holiday photos!

Are all your loved ones under one roof for the holidays? Book me now to come to your home (Sarasota & Manatee counties) and take those special photos of your family and friends. Special Thanksgiving rates for portraits and events - but my smile comes FREE! :-) Call 941 685-9017, mail cliffroles@aol.com or skype me at cliff.roles!…

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Added by Cliff Roles on November 3, 2009 at 10:30am — No Comments

What Do You Have in Your Hand?

The Secret to Success (Part Two)

With all the changes in business, people are looking at how to be more profitable.

Start by taking an inventory of what you currently have. Comb through files, closets and storage and make a list of all your assets and liabilities.

What products, services and information do you have?

What products, services and information do you have access to?

What is… Continue

Added by Sara Hand on November 3, 2009 at 9:30am — No Comments