Since we were little tikes, our parents have been saying to us, "listen to your elders," "because I said so," "you’ll understand when you’re older," and "someday you’ll realize that I’m right." You must remember how annoying it was to hear that, especially as a teenager. I know I sure do. I can't even count the number of times I used to roll my eyes when I heard those phrases. … [Read more...]
How To Get A Scuba Diving Certification: My Bucket List Quest Has Begun!
Ever since I was a kid, I've been fascinated by the ocean and marine life. As much as I love the water, I'm humbled and intimidated by it as well. This past Spring I got a taste of scuba diving, which I never imagined I'd ever have the nerve to try. It was a thrill of a lifetime. And now I've made the bold decision to get my scuba diving certification! When I was younger I … [Read more...]
Redefine Your Limits And Achieve More Than You Ever Imagined
The mind and body are powerful tools. And they are also some of our biggest road blocks. Athletes are constantly pushing themselves to keep going when their bodies are telling them to stop. While engineers and scientists are always looking for new discoveries that our brains and physics tell us just isn't possible. It's hard to believe in the unknown and look beyond the … [Read more...]
How To Handle Difficult Clients In Business
We've all had to deal with them. You know, those agonizing, angry, frustrated customers that make our jobs so hard. Learning how to handle difficult clients in business isn't easy, but it will make a big difference in how far you can go in your career. Business is business, but it can feel very personal when people get emotional and heated. As much as we wish our clients and … [Read more...]
Saving The World By Working At Home: Five Arguments For An Increased Telecommuting Workforce
Just about everyone dreams of working from home, especially when you actually lose sleep over the thought of waking up to your day job. The reasons many of us can’t stand our jobs are manifold, but the majority of us have at least a couple – in fact, a Gallup poll this year revealed that just over half (52%) of all people dislike their job, and a further 18% are ‘actively … [Read more...]