One of the most powerful leadership tools available is the ability to facilitate a meeting or a work session. Too often, these gatherings are a disorganized jumble of unprocessed ideas that leave participants frustrated and feeling that “nothing much got accomplished”.
Effective facilitation is simple. With a bit of practice, anyone can learn how to do […]
In my last article I talked about how football and sports bars are a great way to meet quality guys. Before you hit the bar, it helps to know a little about the game, how it starts, and what they are trying to achieve. The offense is where you can watch for the strategic plays […]
Trading requires time in a couple of ways. The first is the time dedicated to developing a trading system. This can be thought of as a one-off thing, but in reality it is more an on-going process. Once a system is in place, time is required in terms of monitoring the markets […]
If you are like many people, backyard birding is a hobby for you whether you actively encourage visits from birds or not. One way to attract birds is to put out suet — beef fat — and watch the crowds stop by and devour the treat. Suet is an inexpensive food source and should become […]
How do you like the title of this column? Doesn’t it sound like the title of a movie starring Michael Caine and Brenda Vaccaro? The Overwhelm Factor… Michael Caine’s a British agent dashing through the busy, rainy streets of London, yanking Vaccaro along with him while she clutches a manila folder chock full of Her […]
The dog is now quite happy after a nice long walk which set me thinking what it is that would make someone opt into your subscription on your landing page? For one, if it is a really good product that the visitor wants to see you are in a winning position.
In most instances though you […]
Indoor trampolines, also known as mini-trampolines, are small trampoline kits designed for children between 3 to 7 years old. They are available in many sizes but most of them are portable and smaller than regular trampolines. Average height is about 9 -11 inches off the ground and may be circular, rectangular or square in shape. […]
Second home investment market in real estate opens a new niche for the accountant.
The growing market for second home investment niche in the real estate market has opened a new niche for many industry related professionals. Among them are the CPAs or accountants who can now tap this growing market. Many investors in […]
It’s tempting. There are so many companies offering cut-rate hosting - loaded with astounding post-futuristic techno-gizmo features ! - that it just makes sense to save a few dollars, right?
Think again. First, consider how much you would be saving. If you run a business site, saving $5, $10 or even $15 a month […]
It is paramount that all franchising companies work hard in the critical launching of all franchises in their new territories. In this present period most franchisees come into the franchise systems with much personal debt and barely squeak by on their initial capital needed. One major error or mistake and the franchisee will fail due […]