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GOSSIP - the Relationship Killer

The internal politics of an organization can damage an otherwise healthy culture. Conflicting views of business strategy, for example, often yield pettiness, personal attacks and the politics of the destruction. Leaders, in both “sacred” and “secular” organizations, must deal with the human tendency to devour gossip. Proverbs 18:8 (MSG) Listening to gossip is like eating cheap candy; do you really want junk like that in your belly? When leaders allow the team to eat the cheap can… Continue

Added by P. Griffith "Griff" Lindell on November 26, 2009 at 10:58am — No Comments

How to Marry an Internet Serial Killer: Throw a Surprise Wedding

I was never one of those women who pictured herself in a big white gown, walking down the aisle. For me it was more about getting married in Las Vegas by an Elvis impersonator on the Strip and having a great party in New York afterward. When Frank and I decided to get married, my only stipulation was that my mother didn’t know about it. If that sounds harsh, understand the women on my mother’s side of the family tend to be a little obsessive. To compound that, my mother and my aunt are twins, m… Continue

Added by Anne Maxfield on November 25, 2009 at 12:59pm — No Comments

A Search for Significance

While working on developing products and services for 2010, it occurred to me that I needed to ask a number of questions of the women I serve or hope to serve before I can create a telecourse, e-book, or any other product that is spot on. So I began to do just that, and have spent the past couple… Continue

Added by Evelyn Kalinosky on November 25, 2009 at 8:49am — No Comments

5 Simple Steps to Joy

This morning as I woke up, I felt grateful that I am alive and have a chance to express myself. So, today I want to share with you 5 easy things I do that contribute to my joy, and can work for you too: 1. Start the day with at least one thought of what we are grateful for. 2. Sit in silence for at least 10 minutes each day and pay attention to our breathing. Notice when it starts slowing down and become deeper when we pay attention to it. Then inspiration has a space to come in 3. Smile as of… Continue

Added by Carla Tara on November 24, 2009 at 10:46am — No Comments

Education vs Experience

Baby Boomers were raised to believe that getting a good education would get us a better job and a better life. While that is true, many of us have found that the job market has changed considerably and if we lose our job past age 50, our education can work against us, or it may not be of any use at all. Experience, however is invaluable. It is time to set the education aside and cast your nets wide. This may mean venturing into areas to which you may not feel comfortable. However, it is necessa… Continue

Added by Betty Jo Soldano on November 22, 2009 at 7:21pm — No Comments

Captain Calvin Maxwell

Today marks 40 years that Captain Calvin Maxwell went missing in Vietnam. I was 21 when I ordered a POW/MIA bracelet to wear for a soldier who needed prayer for a safe return. That was 37 years ago, and today I sit here wearing that same bracelet acknowledging what this day means and, offering a pray for his family who for the past 40 years have been denied closure or knowing with any certainty the final fate of their loved one. Over the years when I have cleaned things out or given items away,… Continue

Added by Debbie Burak on November 21, 2009 at 5:05pm — No Comments

Life on hold? Not ours!

I recently moved from Napa to Sonoma California…and have a triumphant personal story to share. In 2006 my husband Rich, and I decided we needed a “Roadmap” for our future. I was about to hit 55 and Rich, a young at heart 63. We wanted to bring new joy and partnership into our lives. Using the “Roadmap to Meaningful Midlife”-my own coaching workbook, we began our own joint planning process for living our next vibrant 20 plus years together. Our vision included a new home within a community of li… Continue

Added by Coach Mary Radu on November 21, 2009 at 1:10pm — No Comments

Living the 100 Year Lifestyle

The number of Americans over 65 years-old as of July 2007 was 37.9 million. The projected number of those over 65 as of 2050: 88.5 million. 1 in 5 Americans will be over 65 as of 2050, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The census bureau estimates there are currently 96,548 people over 100 in the U.S. The projected number of centenarians as of 2050: A whopping 601,000! Who are these people? If you are in the "baby boomers", "they" are us! The bottom line of what this means to you is you had be… Continue

Added by Douglas Husbands, DC, CCN on November 19, 2009 at 1:04pm — No Comments

Jobs - Permanent Jobs - Millions Of 'Em

Communist China, 1995--- the dawn of capitalism. The Hong Kong based guide talked about the free enterprise zones, building projects, golf courses, and roads with a chest full of pride and visible excitement. Capitalism was everywhere along the tour route, and judging from the advertisements on billboards and posters, the world was coming to China! But although the government was embracing "for-profit" business for the first time, the train-ride out of the country evidenced the abject poverty… Continue

Added by Steve Selengut on November 19, 2009 at 12:08pm — No Comments

Refreshing Relationships with Your Boomerang Kids

By Rosemary Lichtman, Ph.D. and Phyllis Goldberg, Ph.D. Robert Frost, in his poem, Death of the Hired Man, wasn't thinking about boomerang kids when he wrote, "Home is the place where, when you have to go there, they have to take you in." But he sure might have been. In this economy, adult children are moving back home in record numbers - for many different reasons. Some are being frugal and planning ahead of the curve. They want to set aside money to buy a house or other large purchase… Continue

Added by Sandwiched Boomers on November 16, 2009 at 11:43pm — 2 Comments

Free Yourself from the Shore of Sameness - Adventure is Calling!

"Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn't do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines. Sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover." - Mark Twain This is such a great reminder of how we can get into our sa… Continue

Added by Victoria FittsMilgrim on November 16, 2009 at 4:20pm — No Comments

Which Drugs Increase the Risk of Falling for the Elderly

Falls are the leading cause of both fatal and nonfatal injuries for adults sixty-five and older, and research suggests that those taking four or more medications are at an even greater risk than those who don’t—perhaps two to three times greater. -- Susan Blalock, UNC Eshelman School of Pharmacy.....

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Added by Bob DeMarco on November 15, 2009 at 1:07pm — No Comments

Networking

Today there are so many internet sites in which to look for work. However, there still is no replacement of personal networking. I am referring to making the effort to get out and network with people who can assist you in finding work. It is important to keep in touch with friends and associates throughout your career, because one never knows when you will need their assistance. Every person you know as a friend or from work knows someone who knows someone who knows someone. When the situation… Continue

Added by Betty Jo Soldano on November 15, 2009 at 11:31am — No Comments

Organic Skincare Beauty Cosmetics Application Tips

Watch Narelle Chenery, Director of Product Development and creator of the world's first range of certified organic skincare beauty, body, health and home products, as she guides you through the simple and effective method of applying natural and organic skin care beauty cosmetics, petrochemical free Miessence Translucent Foundation, Con… Continue

Added by Jerzy George on November 14, 2009 at 11:42am — No Comments

What are you Doing in the MEANTIME?

IN THE MEANTIME is a powerful concept for people who find themselves in a career transition--especially at midlife. I started my business eight years ago as an "in the meantime" activity - while waiting for a C-level position (or at least a VP spot) to materialize. I had read an article that stated for every $100,000 in salary you seek, you need to allow 12 to 18 months for your job search. So, my company (Marva Goldsmith & Associate… Continue

Added by Marva Goldsmith on November 14, 2009 at 10:30am — No Comments

Using the "N" Word in Corporate America

Earlier this year, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported nearly 1.85 million people age 55 and older were out of work, and the jobless rate for that group rose to 6.4 percent. Why? My theory is employers would rather pay less to younger workers eager to get a foot in the door than to pay top dollar for experience. If you're a baby boomer still employed in Corporate America, here are some simple Employer guidelines to follow to keep your job: 1. Never say you can't do a job because they'll m… Continue

Added by Beverly Mahone on November 13, 2009 at 5:21pm — No Comments

Fools Gold or Get That Gold Dust Out of Your Eyes-My Story

Ok, I admit it, I really want a set of gold coins. But read what happened in my eagerness to get them at some obscene price.Don't follow the example of this baby boomer http://babyboomerpocketchange.rayhorner.com/fools-gold-buyer-beware/ Continue

Added by Rosie Horner on November 12, 2009 at 8:58pm — No Comments

Age discrimination sucks!!!

Why is it that the Elephant in the room, age discrimination, is something so seldom mentioned? It's real. I know, I faced it and was lucky enough to take a new career path that led me to greater success that I had in my 'former' F500 executive life. It really makes me angry when I read and hear about the many talented, dynamic, experienced people who have been led to pasture because they made the mistake of becoming one day older today than yesterday. My blood really starts boiling when somebod… Continue

Added by Bill Vick on November 12, 2009 at 10:21am — No Comments

The cost of prevention exercises

Retirement is a time of life that people embrace. It is supposed to be the culmination of a lifetime of hardwork and sacrifice. Unfortunately, in today's economy, retirement is plagued by fears of fixed income, increasing medical insurance, sinking IRAs and disappearing pension plans. People must plan for retirement. My Take 5 to Exercise fall risk reduction exercise series is a sound investment in your health and long-term well-being. A perfect gift… Continue

Added by Kelly Ward on November 12, 2009 at 9:30am — No Comments

Researching Insurance

I recently worked in a "retirement village" as a chaplain intern. I heard several horror stories from people whose Medical Insurance and Dental Insurance did not really get the job done when they needed it the most. Some of the people I met ended up being essentially forced to sell their homes as they experienced m… Continue

Added by Howard Strang on November 11, 2009 at 11:47am — 1 Comment

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