More advertising secrets – Branding vs. Direct Response Advertising
April 10, 2016
By Jerry Bellune We always need to market our publications. So we met with an ad agency to discuss ideas. The first words from their mouths turned us off.…
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The Thin Line Between Epic White Jeans & A Fashion Failure
April 7, 2016
By Brian Maynor White jeans may be all the rage for spring and summer, and while they sound like an easy alternative to blue jeans, they are in fact…
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The Thin Line Between Epic White Jeans & A Fashion Failure
April 7, 2016
By Brian Maynor White jeans may be all the rage for spring and summer, and while they sound like an easy alternative to blue jeans, they are in fact…
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What Should You Carry In Your Work Bag?
April 6, 2016
By Brian Maynor I love to be nosey and see what people are carrying around in their bags, especially their work bags. Bags are common accessories now, even with…
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What Should You Carry In Your Work Bag?
April 6, 2016
By Brian Maynor I love to be nosey and see what people are carrying around in their bags, especially their work bags. Bags are common accessories now, even with…
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Secrets of advertising – Which sells? Fear or desire?
April 4, 2016
By Jerry Bellune One of our advertisers wanted to attract new clients. Her strategy was to offer free educational seminars. She sold financial programs for retirement. We discussed which…
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Have You Mentally Checked Out Of Your Career?
March 30, 2016
By Brian Maynor For a lot of people their work has become so routine they can literally disengage mentally and coast through the day on autopilot, but is that…
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Have You Mentally Checked Out Of Your Career?
March 30, 2016
By Brian Maynor For a lot of people their work has become so routine they can literally disengage mentally and coast through the day on autopilot, but is that…
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Secrets of advertising – How to advertise to them
March 28, 2016
By Jerry Bellune How should you reach to your prospects? Is it online, press, radio, TV or other media? When is the best time for you to advertise? Are…
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Are You Staying Relevant or Becoming Obsolete?
March 22, 2016
By Brian Maynor Did you know most mid-level and especially senior-level professionals worry about staying relevant more than anything else? In a world where teams are becoming global, companies…
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Are You Staying Relevant or Becoming Obsolete?
March 22, 2016
By Brian Maynor Did you know most mid-level and especially senior-level professionals worry about staying relevant more than anything else? In a world where teams are becoming global, companies…
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The secrets of advertising: How should I price my products?
March 20, 2016
By Jerry Bellune Most of us want to know our competitors’ prices. We should. It’s valuable information to have. But don’t let it fool you. It has little to…
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The Pajama Game
March 16, 2016
By Brian Maynor As we start to see warmer weather the focus shifts from tight layers for warmth to loose layers for comfort, and let’s face it you can’t…
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The Pajama Game
March 16, 2016
By Brian Maynor As we start to see warmer weather the focus shifts from tight layers for warmth to loose layers for comfort, and let’s face it you can’t…
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How To Keep Yourself Together When Dealing With Conflict
March 16, 2016
By Brian Maynor Conflict happens. It’s a natural part of life, especially when working with other people, and it’s not necessarily a bad thing. Conflict can lead to great…
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How To Keep Yourself Together When Dealing With Conflict
March 16, 2016
By Brian Maynor Conflict happens. It’s a natural part of life, especially when working with other people, and it’s not necessarily a bad thing. Conflict can lead to great…
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The secrets of advertising – The 4Ps of persuasion
March 14, 2016
By Jerry Bellune Marketers talk about mix in advertising. The 4Ps are one way of defining your marketing mix. 1. Product (or Service). These are your most popular and…
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Defining What ‘Oversized’ Really Means – And How To Pull It Off
March 9, 2016
By Brian Maynor The trend away from skinny everything has been going on for several seasons, but there seems to still be some mystery around how to pull off…
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Defining What ‘Oversized’ Really Means – And How To Pull It Off
March 9, 2016
By Brian Maynor The trend away from skinny everything has been going on for several seasons, but there seems to still be some mystery around how to pull off…
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Are You a Toxic Colleague?
March 9, 2016
By Brian Maynor The simple truth is, no one likes a toxic coworker. You avoid them, cringe to work with them and generally try everything possible to have as…
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Are You a Toxic Colleague?
March 9, 2016
By Brian Maynor The simple truth is, no one likes a toxic coworker. You avoid them, cringe to work with them and generally try everything possible to have as…
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The secrets of advertising – How to attract the right customers
March 7, 2016
By Jerry Bellune People buy for their own reasons. They have either a need or a desire. Desires are stronger buying motivators than needs. But what consumers need is…
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Here’s How to Know What to Toss or Keep When Editing Your Closet
March 4, 2016
By Brian Maynor Cleaning out our closets is time consuming, hard work and emotional, no doubt about it, and regret seems to be the most common feeling we have…
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Here’s How to Know What to Toss or Keep When Editing Your Closet
March 4, 2016
By Brian Maynor Cleaning out our closets is time consuming, hard work and emotional, no doubt about it, and regret seems to be the most common feeling we have…
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Corporate Culture – and the Road Toward “Success”
March 3, 2016
By Larry Ventimiglio While business “success” is built upon professional leadership, management, and staff proactively performing their functional responsibilities in a synergistic manner, and guided by a unifying corporate vision, the…
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Corporate Culture – and the Road Toward “Success”
March 3, 2016
By Larry Ventimiglio While business “success” is built upon professional leadership, management, and staff proactively performing their functional responsibilities in a synergistic manner, and guided by a unifying corporate vision, the…
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Common Stains and How to Remove Them – Part 1
March 2, 2016
By L. Paul Cline Stains, they get the best of us. From sliding into first base to finding a leaky pen in your pocket, we all stain…
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It’s Time To Spring Clean Your Closet & Prep For A Whole New Season
March 2, 2016
By Brian Maynor Winter is almost over, and for many people it couldn’t come fast enough. Personally I love winter, because I seem to have a clearer understanding of…
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It’s Time To Spring Clean Your Closet & Prep For A Whole New Season
March 2, 2016
By Brian Maynor Winter is almost over, and for many people it couldn’t come fast enough. Personally I love winter, because I seem to have a clearer understanding of…
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The secrets of advertising – Why would anyone want to advertise?
February 29, 2016
By Jerry Bellune Many business owners don’t advertise because: 1. They think they have enough business without it. They have great stuff and everyone wants it. That’s not true…
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Feeling Good is Part of Looking Good
February 23, 2016
By Brian Maynor To look our best, we need to feel our best and if you work in an office behind a computer all day, you know that can…
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Feeling Good is Part of Looking Good
February 23, 2016
By Brian Maynor To look our best, we need to feel our best and if you work in an office behind a computer all day, you know that can…
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Master Minds: Start your own Master Mind
February 21, 2016
By Jerry Bellune What have churches and civic clubs in common? They are part of something larger than themselves. These offer comfort, joy and a sense of belonging. They…
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Basic White Sneakers – The Lasting “Must Have Shoe”
February 19, 2016
By Brian Maynor Remember growing up when the worst thing in the world was a new pair of white shoes? Well times have definitely changed. Over the past…
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Basic White Sneakers – The Lasting “Must Have Shoe”
February 19, 2016
By Brian Maynor Remember growing up when the worst thing in the world was a new pair of white shoes? Well times have definitely changed. Over the past…
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The Best Tips For Interpreting And Seeing Beyond First Impressions
February 17, 2016
By Brian Maynor When we first meet someone it’s natural to expect them to be on their best behavior: impeccable manners; excellent communication skills, and the perfect blend of…
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The Best Tips For Interpreting And Seeing Beyond First Impressions
February 17, 2016
By Brian Maynor When we first meet someone it’s natural to expect them to be on their best behavior: impeccable manners; excellent communication skills, and the perfect blend of…
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Master Minds: Ben Franklin’s success secret
February 15, 2016
By Jerry Bellune Benjamin Franklin should be your role model. He had a curious mind and explored many pursuits. He was an author, publisher, inventor and ladies man. He…
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The Best Way To Break Up With Your Go-To Pieces
February 14, 2016
By Brian Maynor I know they are our favorite pieces for a reason, but sometimes we rely on them a little too much so they end up being all…
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The Best Way To Break Up With Your Go-To Pieces
February 14, 2016
By Brian Maynor I know they are our favorite pieces for a reason, but sometimes we rely on them a little too much so they end up being all…
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Through The Looking Glass – How A Promotion Changes Everything
February 10, 2016
By Brian Maynor In the professional world hard work, dedication and success are rewarded with promotions that raise you through the ranks. For some it happens very quickly, while…
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Through The Looking Glass – How A Promotion Changes Everything
February 10, 2016
By Brian Maynor In the professional world hard work, dedication and success are rewarded with promotions that raise you through the ranks. For some it happens very quickly, while…
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Master Mind Secrets: Napoleon Hill’s Master Mind secrets
February 8, 2016
By Jerry Bellune Master Mind principles seem simple. Yet its benefits are enormous. Author Napoleon Hill defined it this way: • The Master Mind consists of two or more…
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It’s Time To Stop And Smell The Roses
February 3, 2016
By Brian Maynor Life is hectic, no doubt about it, and with Mardi Gras in full swing and Lent starting next week it seems the year is picking up…
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What is your role in the family business?
February 3, 2016
By Edward W. Kramer, CFP® Family businesses often have competing goals of the family and the business because the family side of the company (i.e., members of the family)…
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A Balancing Act – Blending Personality With Professional Culture
February 3, 2016
By Brian Maynor Have you ever felt the pressure to conform? I’m willing to bet you have, and it’s important to know you’re not alone. A lot of people…
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Master Minds – The Incredible Benefits of the Master Mind
February 1, 2016
By Jerry Bellune Readers often ask what Master Minding is all about. It’s beneficial, invaluable, simple — and complex. You first need to know about two of its pioneers: They…
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Good Credit Can Save You Money!
January 27, 2016
Surprising Ways to Improve Your Personal and Business Scores By Mike DuBose and Blake DuBose Many people don’t know that their credit history defines many aspects of their financial…
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The Modern Professional Wardrobe – Breaking Down New Work Essentials
January 27, 2016
By Brian Maynor One of the most frequent questions I am asked is, “What are the key work wardrobe essentials for today?” Most people are familiar with the old…
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Mind Games – Subtle Ways To Build Confidence And Get What You Want At Work
January 27, 2016
By Brian Maynor There is something to be said for walking fearlessly into a room or situation and feeling nothing but courageous. That attitude often results in killer presentations,…
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