Personal Development

Pull the Plug

Want to put a thousand bucks back into your wallet in 2014? If you’re paying around $100 per month now for cable or satellite TV, pulling that plug would more than do it – and without leaving you high and dry for TV entertainment.

To many, pulling the plug might feel extreme and seem out of the realm of possibility, but it’s truly liberating and actually exciting to get TV for FREE…the way it used to be. Box up that DVR and the remotes and return it to sender. Call your programming provider and say “Asta la vista baby!”

You can still get all the local free broadcast channels, access to movies, TV and sports (live and otherwise), online content as well as an audio feed for cable news channels.

If this idea intrigues you, here are the steps for pulling the plug!

STEP 1: GET AN ANTENNA

In today’s digital world with the […]

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By |December 13th, 2013|Personal Development, Uncategorized|Comments Off on Pull the Plug
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Top Five Computer Tips to Get More Done in Less Time

Do you wish you could be more productive at your computer? You can! Here are some things you can do that will allow you to get more done in less time. (And who doesn’t want that – especially in the Photobucketsummertime?)

You may be surprised at how simple these strategies are, how little some of them have to do with your computer, and how much they have to do with organization.

Here are the top five computer strategies to get more done in less time:

Declutter. One of the simplest computer strategies is having a clean workspace. When most of us think of our computer, we think of the actual machine, but did you know that the space around your computer is as important as the computer itself?

  • When you keep your computing space as […]
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By |July 20th, 2012|Personal Development, Working From Home|Comments Off on Top Five Computer Tips to Get More Done in Less Time
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13 More Ways to Find Your Passion – Part 2

In Part 1 of this 2 part series, we discussed 12 ways to find your passion. This is a continuation of that list.

13. TAKE A CLASS.

Whether you want to learn more about computers, take a writing course, or try your hand at art, taking a class will lead you to things you may not have considered doing before.

14. WHAT DO YOU FIND EASY?

People usually find it easy to do what they love. Ask yourself what seems to come easily to you. Chances are it’s something you’re not only good at, but also passionate about.

15. DISCOVER YOUR CREATIVITY.

Be creative about taking small things in your life that you enjoy and expanding on them. Where do you channel your creative energy? It’s likely related to your life’s passion.

16. THINK ABOUT THINGS YOU WOULD DO FREE.

Is there something in your life that you love doing that you would do even […]

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By |May 18th, 2012|Personal Development|Comments Off on 13 More Ways to Find Your Passion – Part 2
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12 Ways To Find Your Passion – Part 1

Do you know what you’re passionate about? Have you ever considered the question?Photobucket

Sometimes life can come at us so fast, we forget that we HAVE passion. We go into existing mode. Routine mode. Just make it through the day mode.

So if you’re now sitting there wondering, “What AM I passionate about?” here are 12 ways you can begin to get in touch with your inner thoughts and get closer to identifying that thing or things that light you up.

1. ASK AROUND.

Do you have trouble nailing down exactly what makes you the happiest? Ask your friends and family when you seem to be the most joyful. Your loved ones will have no trouble telling you because they often know you best.

2. READ.

Read everything you can get your hands on: newspapers, blogs, magazines and books. Something in those […]

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By |May 11th, 2012|Personal Development|Comments Off on 12 Ways To Find Your Passion – Part 1
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Laughter can Cure What Ails Ya!

We like having fun at Glitterbug. It makes the days go by faster and that much more enjoyable. Our parties Photobucketare fun, too. Who doesn’t like being around people who are making money and meeting new people? A gold buying business is fun to be part of because you’re making people happy by buying their gold jewelry. And because we pay better than our competitors our gold sellers leave with smiles on their faces. We love that.

So what has me thinking about happy people? I found this image on Facebook and it made me smile. I love the sentiment – wrinkles in the right places because of smiling. And then I thought about laughing. Who doesn’t like a big belly laugh? I’d heard that laughter could have positive effects on our health, so I did a […]

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By |April 18th, 2012|Gold Buyers, Gold Parties, Home and Family, Personal Development|Comments Off on Laughter can Cure What Ails Ya!
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Know, Like and Trust – Backbones of Any Business Arrangement

You’ve probably heard the phrase that people buy from those they know, like and trust.

It’s true. Have you ever bought something from someone even though your “gut” or intuition was telling you “NO!” with dire results? You can’t underestimate your instincts, or if you’re a a business owner the importance of those three seemingly little words.

So how do these play off one another? And what makes them important?Photobucket

Know:

What do your potential and current customers/clients know about you? How much of You do you reveal in your business dealings? Are you genuine when working with people or do you hide behind a persona? (It’s better to just be you.) This doesn’t mean airing all your dirty laundry, personal or business, but it does mean presenting yourself in a way that people feel they understand who you are. […]

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By |March 29th, 2012|Business Building, Gold Buyers, Personal Development|Comments Off on Know, Like and Trust – Backbones of Any Business Arrangement
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A Little Organization goes a Long Way – Success Sunday

A common issue I hear from people is they struggle with being organized. I’m not an organizational expert, but a little clutter clearing and straightening up of your environment (physical and mental) can do wonders for your productivity and self confidence.

Sometimes all it takes is a subtle reminder to stay on top of your organizational issues. So, here’s an affirmation you can use. (more…)

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By |January 22nd, 2012|Personal Development|Comments Off on A Little Organization goes a Long Way – Success Sunday
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The Wisdom of Will Smith

Really? Will Smith you might be asking. Yes.

This video is a powerful testament to what he stands for in his life – and what he tries to convey to his children and others. His message is one of hope, redemption, unwavering focus and strength in the face of adversity.

Here are a few highlights:

He shares his wisdom on life:

  • Love living
  • Greatness is not esoteric
  • We make life complex – it’s not

Yes it can (be that easy):

  • Cultivate a sense of becoming something great than who you are now

There’s no shortcut to success:

  • No matter how talented you are, you’ll fail without skill

Lay one brick at a time:

  • Don’t set out to build a wall; instead, focus on laying one perfect brick at a time. Over time, you’ll have built your wall.

Focus on making a difference:

  • We all have a spiritual responsibility.
  • I want the world to be better because I was here.

Represent an idea:

  • Read “The Alchemist.”
  • I can […]
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By |January 13th, 2012|Personal Development|Comments Off on The Wisdom of Will Smith
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Simple Body Language Secrets

Communication is the exchanging of messages between two or more people. However, words aren’t the only effective means of communicating with another person. There’s also body language. This includes hand gestures, posture, facial expressions and eye contact. Sadly, many of us are unaware that we’re constantly sending signals and conveying messages through our body language.

Talking with your Eyes

The eyes are truly the windows to the soul. Eye contact can speak louder than any body movements, even words. Shakira, in her popular song, “Hips Don’t Lie,” may have a lock on those body parts, but the eyes Photobuckettruly convey a person’s sincerity, interest, intent, honesty and desire. Yes, you can lie with your eyes, but for the purposes of this article, why would you want to?

Eye contact reinforces your interest – or lack thereof – in […]

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By |September 15th, 2011|Personal Development|Comments Off on Simple Body Language Secrets
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10 Ways to put a Smile on your Face and Spring in your Step

Confidence.

The “thing” that helps us be brave in the face of the unknown. It’s the reason we go to a big, scary job interview, it’s the action behind the finger dialing that hot man or woman’s phone number. Confidence is exuded, it oozes, it’s just there.Photobucket

Like in this video from Austin Powers – International Man of Mystery: http://youtu.be/4wBlpm0HQ2I

Confidence, however, isn’t arrogance. Arrogance is haughty and petty and not nice to others. So, you don’t want to strive to be arrogant. Unless you don’t want many friends.

Confidence is a necessary component of life. Without it, you may stay stuck in a dead-end job, in a loveless marriage and hang out with unhappy friends. Is that the life you desire? It may […]

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By |August 31st, 2011|Personal Development|4 Comments
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