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Smart Thinking On Investing – November 18

11/18/2016 |

Smart Thinking On Investing – November 18 Smart Thinking hits the ground running this week with Mr Crazy Kicks and his advice on what to do with your money. Black Enterprise’s Carolyn M. Brown explains the three habits you need to succeed in retirement. And Northern Expenditure writer Maggie asks if you’re a spender or a…

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Stay on Target, Stay Motivated

11/17/2016 |

Keith Jackson, author of the blog at Mind Tools, has some great techniques for not losing our motivation with our target goals. I’ve shared my insights from the article below. Embed from Getty Images   As the adage goes, “Eat the elephant one bite at a time,” break your long-term goal down into short-term manageable…

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The Lean Methodology

11/16/2016 | Comments Off on The Lean Methodology

Today, KaiNexus’s Greg Jacobson discusses the direct application of Lean management and the mindset needed to apply the process. See my summaries underneath for more information. Embed from Getty Images   It’s not just a toolset—but an ongoing practice that requires consistent attention; there is no fixed end to its application At its core, it…

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The 5 Main Factors That Affect Your Coffee

11/15/2016 |

Coastal Coffee examines in detail exactly what happens when you brew coffee and the factors that affect flavor the most. I took away some interesting facts from their article to share with you guys. Embed from Getty Images   Hot water draws the soluble elements from coffee grinds when you start the brewing process; if…

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Tackling Public Speaking the Navy SEAL Way

11/14/2016 |

Today, Brent Gleeson shares his public speaking tips on Inc.—apparently even Navy SEAL veterans get nervous in front of an audience! Check out my key takeaways below from his insights. Embed from Getty Images   Be an expert in your chosen material; research your content extensively Choose to go scripted or unscripted; for the first…

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Smart Thinking On Investing – November 07

11/11/2016 |

Smart Thinking On Investing – November 07 Smart Thinking this week showcases Forbes’s Maya Kachroo-Levine article on what you need to know to prepare for retirement. Michael Rothstein for ESPN shares how famed Lions footballer lives on only 30% of his salary—a financial plan to mimic. Robbie Farlow, blogging on Listen Money Matters shares the lessons…

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Manage Your Outcomes, Activities, Timing, and Schedule (OATS)

11/10/2016 |

Mike Clayton shares his four personal time management tips on The Project Management blog to help us all become super-efficient at work. Read on for more information. Embed from Getty Images   Work out what you need to achieve—visualize what success will look like Break the project down into an activity list to work through…

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Change Your Business Focus

11/09/2016 | Comments Off on Change Your Business Focus

President & CEO at CaseStack, Inc. Dan Sanker advises us to alter our business mindset today on his LinkedIn blog. Check out my key takeaways from his article below. Embed from Getty Images   Many companies concentrate their aim on price and service Instead, change your angle and boost quality to achieve optimal customer satisfaction…

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Brew the Perfect Iced Coffee at Home

11/08/2016 |

If you’re enjoying warmer temperatures, Jenna Hrdlicka of Iowa State Daily has some great ideas for creating your own home-brewed ice coffee to cool down with. Read on for great coffee tips! Embed from Getty Images   Brewing with hot water extracts a lot of flavor from coffee beans, but it can also enhance the…

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It’s All About the Icing on the Cake

11/07/2016 |

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette’s Matthew Gutierrez shares speech coach, Sally Chopping’s recipe for delivering an excellent presentation. Check out my main summaries from the piece. Embed from Getty Images   Presentations are just like a good slice of cake; you won’t enjoy the inside if the icing on top isn’t tasty and edible To clarify; your message…

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