Archive for May, 2008

The Insidious Character Flaw That Could Double the Time It Takes You to Succeed
by Bob Cox (05/31/2008)

Why This Trend Trumps the Tally
by Andrew Gordon (05/31/2008)

What's wrong with depending on the collective wisdom of the analysts who follow stocks day in and day out?

It’s Fun to Know: The Ultimate Hometown Crowd
by ETR (05/31/2008)

As part of its preparations for the upcoming Summer Olympics, China is training more than 200,000 of its citizens to act as official cheerleaders throughout the games.

The Language Perfectionist: A Failure to Communicate?
by Don Hauptman (05/31/2008)

Some people express skepticism about "proper English" and the legitimacy of any language rules. An objection I often hear is: "What does it matter as long as the other person understands what you mean?"

2 Ways to Thwart a Time-Wasting, Money-Losing Goal Killer
by Early To Rise (05/31/2008)

Word to the Wise: Hoyden
by ETR (05/31/2008)

A "hoyden" (HOID'n) - possibly from the Dutch for "heathen" - is a bold, boisterous, high-spirited girl.

The Best Workout Schedule
by Craig Ballantyne (05/31/2008)

What's the best time to work out? And how should you organize your training? Weights first, then cardio? Or vice versa? Read almost any fitness blog or magazine, and you'll find a different opinion.

It’s Good to Know: Man-Made Thunderbolts
by ETR (05/30/2008)

A group of French and German engineers are one step closer to creating lightning on command.

Why You Need to Get Into Politics
by Early To Rise (05/30/2008)

Word to the Wise: Morass
by ETR (05/30/2008)

A "morass" (muh-RAS) - from the Dutch for "marsh" - is a bog, an area of low, soft, soggy ground. We also use the word to refer to something that hinders, engulfs, or overwhelms.

Marketing Lessons From Politics
by Terry Brock (05/30/2008)

It is presidential campaign season here in the USA. Personally, I find much of the political process annoying (at best). Yet, in the midst of the abysmal pre-election morass (and I mean that in the nicest way!), you and I can learn a lot to grow our businesses.

How Can I Possibly Be Gaining Weight?
by James B. LaValle (05/30/2008)

These days, when two incomes barely make ends meet, you may be leading the kind of hectic life where coffee is all you make time to "eat" during the day. Unfair as it is, this black coffee stress diet can lead to weight gain. Fortunately, there are things you can do to prevent "stress bloat."

What Does $4 Gas Mean for Your Investments?
by Rick Pendergraft (05/30/2008)

According to the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, there were 135,399,945 passenger cars in the United States as of 2006. The owners of all those vehicles have had less money to spend as the price of gas has soared. What impact does this have on the economy - and on your investments? Let's do the math and find out.

How to Create Your First Advertising Campaign
by Michael Masterson (05/29/2008)

The Big Idea for an advertising campaign comes from your product's USP (unique selling proposition). If the USP is strong, the Big Idea will be strong too.

Word to the Wise: Subfusc
by ETR (05/29/2008)

"Subfusc" (sub-FUSK) - from the Latin for "brownish" - means dark or drab.

Fat Loss: A Calorie Is NOT a Calorie
by Kelley Herring (05/29/2008)

While losing weight isn't the easiest task for some, the equation is pretty simple: To drop pounds, you need to burn more calories than you consume.

It’s Fun to Know: The Elephant Trunk Snorkel
by ETR (05/29/2008)

New fossil finds have lent credence to the theory that elephant trunks evolved to work as snorkels.

ETR Insider Report: You Have Questions, We Have Answers
by Suzanne Richardson (05/29/2008)

Wouldn't it be nice to get insider information and advice on your specific problem from an experienced expert in the field?

A Tale of Two Winners
by Robert Ringer (05/29/2008)

"Leo" had a good strategy for handling big paydays. Throughout his career, whenever he received a big chunk of income, the first thing he did was carve out an amount sufficient to cover the income taxes he would have to pay on it and put the money in a special bank account.

A Tale of Two Winners
by Early To Rise (05/29/2008)

There’s Nothing New Under the Sun
by Clayton Makepeace (05/28/2008)

I know how to make money - a LOT of money - in times like these, because I've been there before. All you have to do is hit the history books, figure out who got richest the fastest the last time around, and then do what they did. Only better

Do You Charge So Much Your Customers Complain?
by Bob Bly (05/28/2008)

Do we really want our customers complaining about our prices? Should we, in fact, always charge the maximum price we can get away with for everything we sell?

There’s Nothing New Under the Sun
by Early To Rise (05/28/2008)

Eat Less, Get More
by Kelley Herring (05/28/2008)

Organically grown plant-based foods turned out to be 25 percent more nutrient dense. Which means you get more nutrition per serving or calories consumed.

Checking Your Progress
by Michael Masterson (05/28/2008)

A recent study from DayTimer.com concluded that American workers with the highest incomes and most success in the workplace are those who have written goals.

It’s Good to Know: Brand Names So Good, We Use Them All the Time
by ETR (05/28/2008)

Do you use facial tissue... or Kleenex? And if you blow your nose with Puffs or Scott, do you still call it kleenex?

Word to the Wise: Hypertrophy
by ETR (05/28/2008)

"Hypertrophy" (hy-PUR-truh-fee) - from the Greek for "beyond nourishment" - is excessive growth or accumulation of any kind.

Word to the Wise: Lingua Franca
by ETR (05/27/2008)

"Lingua franca" (LING-gwuh FRANG-kuh) - from the Italian for "Frankish tongue" - is a medium of communication between people who speak different languages.

Barbells, Ladders, and Avoiding Bondage
by Andrew Gordon (05/27/2008)

Investing right now – when the economy is so shaky – may sound mighty risky. In fact, your main concern is probably not how much money you can make ... but how well you can keep your existing money safe.

Barbells, Ladders, and Avoiding Bondage
by Early To Rise (05/27/2008)

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