Archive for March, 2008

Spendthrifts Unite!
by Andrew Gordon (03/31/2008)

This quarter, according to a new number from TrimTabs Investment Research, we're poorer than we were a year ago.

Why Cardio Doesn’t Work
by Craig Ballantyne (03/31/2008)

Cardio exercise is perplexing. In theory, it should work the same for everyone. But it doesn't.

Worth Quoting: Gary North on Career Insulation
by ETR (03/31/2008)

One of the marks of an insecure employee is that he tries to build layers of busy-work insulation around his job. He tries to make it appear as though it would be a lot of trouble to replace him.

It’s Good to Know: How to Give Great Answers in Business Meetings
by ETR (03/31/2008)

The next time you are in a meeting, performance review, or job interview, try this "stalling" technique if you are asked a tough question: Take a sip or two of water or coffee.

How Long Should a Sales Letter Be?
by Early To Rise (03/31/2008)

Word to the Wise: Coign
by ETR (03/31/2008)

A "coign" (COIN or KWOIN) is, architecturally speaking, a projecting corner used for observation.

How Long Should a Sales Letter Be?
by Michael Masterson (03/31/2008)

Sales letters - how long should they be? In this age of multitasking and the Internet, isn't it more sensible for marketers to send short ones to prospective customers?

Using Your Emotions the Right Way for Investing
by Charles Delvalle (03/29/2008)

Figuring out when to sell a stock is never easy. And most experts wisely recommend keeping your emotions out of the decision. Of course, every rule has its exceptions. So let's revise this one.

6 Steps to Making a Good Impression
by Early To Rise (03/29/2008)

Beneficial Bacteria
by Dr. Joe McCaffrey (03/29/2008)

Researchers are just starting to unravel the importance of normal bacteria to our health. Meanwhile we know that things go wrong when antibiotics take out the good with the bad.

6 Steps to Making a Good Impression… Every Time
by Bob Cox (03/29/2008)

Making a good first impression begins with a conscious decision to put your best foot forward. And then, whenever and wherever possible, you must make the effort to live up to that first time.

It’s Fun to Know: The 3,000-mile Monarch Butterfly Migration
by ETR (03/29/2008)

Monarch butterflies embark on a 3,000-mile journey every August.

Word to the Wise: Labile
by ETR (03/29/2008)

"Labile" (LAY-bile) - from the Latin for "to slip" - means adaptable or open to change.

Word to the Wise: Arrant
by ETR (03/28/2008)

"Arrant" (AR-unt) - from the Latin for "a journey" - means downright/ confirmed/ extreme/ notorious. It was originally a variant spelling of "errant" (meaning "wandering") and was applied to vagabonds.

Just How Bad Is the Economy?
by Rick Pendergraft (03/28/2008)

Report after report has come out detailing just how bad the economy is. But February's Philly Fed Survey really put it into perspective.

It’s Good to Know: Toxic Waste Is for the Birds
by ETR (03/28/2008)

Scientists at Cardiff University have found that male starlings develop superior singing ability after being exposed to an estrogen-like toxic waste.

The One-Person HR Department
by Jason Holland (03/28/2008)

So you've broken free from the corporate rat race. You're a freelancer now, working from home. And the checks are already rolling in from your new clients. It's what you've always wanted: financial independence.

Don’t Can the Beans
by Kelley Herring (03/28/2008)

Beans are a great low-glycemic carbohydrate that helps keep blood sugar in balance and your appetite in check.

The Hidden “Horsepower” in Your Copy
by Early To Rise (03/28/2008)

Unlocking the Hidden ” Horsepower ” in Your Copy
by John Forde (03/28/2008)

That's where the "horsepower" technique comes in handy. It's familiar in one way, mysterious in another. So the prospective customer can embrace it instantly. But they're also intrigued to hear more.

How to Produce an Expert Video When You’re Not an Expert
by Paul Lawrence (03/27/2008)

The instructional video business is an easy and fun way to make extra income. There's a demand for how-to videos in just about every area of interest.

Word to the Wise: Luminary
by ETR (03/27/2008)

A "luminary" (LOO-muh-nare-ee) - from the Latin for "light" - is a person of eminence or brilliant achievement.

Edging Away From the Cliff
by Andrew Gordon (03/27/2008)

For the economy to turn around, individuals have to stop living off their credit cards. (If you're in debt, how can you save? How can you follow my investment tips? How can you sleep at night?)

The Ready, Fire, Aim Business Proposal
by Michael Masterson (03/27/2008)

When someone comes to me for advice about a business idea that will require a considerable expenditure of time and money, I often ask for a Ready, Fire, Aim business proposal.

How to Produce an Expert Video When You’re Not an Expert
by Early To Rise (03/27/2008)

It’s Fun to Know: Crocodile Tears
by ETR (03/27/2008)

When accusing someone of a hypocritical display of sorrow, you might say they're shedding "crocodile tears." The expression comes from a myth that crocodiles cry fake tears to attract help...

Not a Sure Shot for Health
by Kelley Herring (03/27/2008)

MonaVie is one of the hottest nutritional products right now, and it comes with health claims that are as numerous as its many neighborhood distributors. But this product could not only drain your wallet, it could harm your health.

It’s Good to Know: Dust-Borne Germs
by ETR (03/26/2008)

You know that sneezing, coughing, and unwashed hands are common ways to spread germs. But recent research by a pair of Swiss scientists indicates that microscopic dust particles can also spread bacteria.

Word to the Wise: Redound
by ETR (03/26/2008)

To "redound" (rih-DOWND) is to have a consequence or effect. The word is derived from the Latin for "to be in abundance or excess."

The 25-50-25 Formula for Business Success
by Bob Bly (03/26/2008)

Some people go "information crazy"... buying every course, attending every conference, reading every e-book, listening to every recording, and dialing into every teleseminar you can find. Sadly, they are suffering from a syndrome I call "analysis paralysis."
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