By Brian MaynorFebruary 20, 2014 I know Valentine’s Day was last week, but it did get me thinking about all of the professionals I know looking for love.  While they…

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By Brian MaynorFebruary 20, 2014 I know Valentine’s Day was last week, but it did get me thinking aboutall of the professionals I know looking for love.  While they spanvarious…

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By Deborah O’ConnorFebruary 18, 2013 Most people in the business world manage to find a way to exercise and work out. Many companies have relationships with local gyms, therefore allowing…

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By Deborah O’ConnorFebruary 18, 2013 Most people in the business world manage to find a way to exercise and work out.Many companies have relationships with local gyms, therefore allowingemployees to…

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By Jerry BelluneFebruary 11, 2014A business owner who lives his faith We started our companies with a difference.Our competitors were in it for the money.We started with mission and purpose.Sure,…

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By Jerry BelluneFebruary 11, 2014A business owner who lives his faith We started our companies with a difference.Our competitors were in it for the money.We started with mission and purpose.Sure,…

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By Deborah O’ConnorFebruary 11, 2013 There are times that as business people we need to entertain colleagues and clients. Business entertaining is different than non-business and it is important to…

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By Deborah O’ConnorFebruary 11, 2013 There are times that as business people we need to entertain colleagues andclients. Business entertaining is different than non-business and it isimportant to avoid the…

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By Brian MaynorFebruary 6, 2014 Cellphones may have become the new pocket watch, but a wristwatch is still a valuable and functional professional tool.Wristwatches are as much a part of professional…

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By Brian MaynorFebruary 6, 2014 Cellphones may have become the new pocket watch, but a wristwatch is still a valuable and functional professional tool. Wristwatches are as much a part of…

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By Deborah O’ConnorFebruary 3, 2013 We all have appointments to deal with. Being busy professionals,scheduling doctor and dentist appointments for ourselves and ourfamilies can be a challenge. We have little…

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By Deborah O’ConnorFebruary 3, 2013 We all have appointments to deal with. Being busy professionals, scheduling doctor and dentist appointments for ourselves and our families can be a challenge. We…

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By Jerry BelluneFebruary 4, 2014How Columbus sold an idea to a queen Any idea what single asset will lead to your success?What will give you a competitive advantage?Will influence those…

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By Jerry BelluneFebruary 4, 2014How Columbus sold an idea to a queen Any idea what single asset will lead to your success?What will give you a competitive advantage?Will influence those…

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By Brian MaynorJanuary 30, 2013 What do you wear when you have the heart and spirit of a 20-year-old in the body of an over 40-year-old?   For this demographic the…

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By Brian MaynorJanuary 30, 2013 What do you wear when you have the heart and spirit of a 20-year-old in the body of an over 40-year-old?   For this demographic the…

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By Deborah O’ConnorJanuary 28, 2013 There are few subjects quite as controversial as money. Whether it be d’argent, dinero, yen, euros, it can bring out the worst in people. How…

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By Jerry BelluneJanuary 28, 2014Develop your own Master Mind A Master Mind group can be a difference maker.You will bring like-minded people together.They can be those who work your same…

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By Jerry BelluneJanuary 28, 2014Develop your own Master Mind A Master Mind group can be a difference maker.You will bring like-minded people together.They can be those who work your same…

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By Deborah O’ConnorJanuary 28, 2013 There are few subjects quite as controversial as money. Whether it bed’argent, dinero, yen, euros, it can bring out the worst in people. Howdo you…

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By Sue OdomNexsen PruetJanuary 23, 2013  1.An ESOP or Employee Stock Ownership Plan is a qualified retirement plan, like a 401(k) plan, except the investments primarily are in company stock.…

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By Sue OdomNexsen PruetJanuary 23, 2013  1.An ESOP or Employee Stock Ownership Plan is a qualified retirement plan, like a 401(k) plan, except the investments primarily are in company stock.…

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By Brian MaynorJanuary 22, 2013 Earlier this week I had the pleasure of speaking at a partnership event with Columbia College’s Institute of Leadership and Women in Philanthropy.  The topic was…

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By Brian MaynorJanuary 22, 2013 Earlier this week I had the pleasure of speaking at a partnership event withColumbia College’s Institute of Leadership and Women in Philanthropy.  The topic was expanding…

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By Deborah O’ConnorJanuary 21, 2013 Most of us work in an office and there are rules and procedures to follow in business. However, the day-to-day niceties are forgotten and we…

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By Jerry BelluneJanuary 21, 2014Napoleon Hill advocated the Master Mind.Andrew Carnegie taught him what it was.Carnegie used it to build powerful U.S. Steel.Hill wrote about it in “Think and Grow…

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By Jerry BelluneJanuary 21, 2014Napoleon Hill advocated the Master Mind.Andrew Carnegie taught him what it was.Carnegie used it to build powerful U.S. Steel.Hill wrote about it in “Think and Grow…

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By Deborah O’ConnorJanuary 21, 2013 Most of us work in an office and there are rules and procedures to follow in business. However, the day-to-day niceties are forgotten and we…

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By Brian MaynorJanuary 15, 2013 Now that we are firmly established in 2014 and working hard to turn some of our resolutions into habits, if living a healthier lifestyle is not…

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By Brian MaynorJanuary 15, 2013 Now that we are firmly established in 2014 and working hard to turn some of our resolutions into habits, if living a healthier lifestyle is not…

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By Jerry BelluneJanuary 14, 2014The power of the Master Mind Napoleon Hill wrote an exceptional business book.“Think and Grow Rich” still sells big every year.It still inspires legions of start-up…

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By Deborah O’ConnorJanuary 14, 2013 We have all seen the rude sports fan: the overly imbibed, the stander, the chatter, the up-and-downer, the list goes on. Here are a few…

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By Deborah O’ConnorJanuary 14, 2013 We have all seen the rude sports fan: the overly imbibed, the stander, the chatter, the up-and-downer, the list goes on. Here are a few…

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By Jerry BelluneJanuary 14, 2014The power of the Master Mind Napoleon Hill wrote an exceptional business book.“Think and Grow Rich” still sells big every year.It still inspires legions of start-up…

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By Brian MaynorJanuary 8, 2013 With most of the nation experiencing a wicked cold snap dressing in the mornings has become a bit more challenging, especially here in the South. If…

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By Brian MaynorJanuary 8, 2013 With most of the nation experiencing a wicked cold snap dressing in themornings has become a bit more challenging, especially here in theSouth. If you grew…

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By Jerry BelluneJanuary 7, 2014 Drayton Bird is a advertising man I admire.He says there is one way to trounce your competition.It’s the reason Drayton believes he has been successful.It’s…

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By Jerry BelluneJanuary 7, 2014 Drayton Bird is a advertising man I admire.He says there is one way to trounce your competition.It’s the reason Drayton believes he has been successful.It’s…

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By Deborah O’ConnorJanuary 6, 2013 We all make resolutions in the New Year and seldom keep them. Here aresome resolutions that should be kept if you want to hang on…

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By Deborah O’ConnorJanuary 6, 2013 We all make resolutions in the New Year and seldom keep them. Here are some resolutions that should be kept if you want to hang…

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By Brian MaynorJanuary 2, 2013 With the New Year comes the mindset of change.  It is a very positive time with nothing but possibilities, so why not take advantage of it? …

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By Deborah O’ConnorJanuary 2, 2013 How do you effectively say goodbye to one year and hello to another? How do you leave behind the mistakes and not-so-good experiences and vow…

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By Deborah O’ConnorJanuary 2, 2013 How do you effectively say goodbye to one year and hello to another? How do you leave behind the mistakes and not-so-good experiences and vow…

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By Brian MaynorJanuary 2, 2013 With the New Year comes the mindset of change.  It is a very positive time with nothing but possibilities, so why not take advantage of it? …

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By Deborah O’ConnorDecember 24, 2013 The presents have been unwrapped, the holiday meal was wonderful, therelatives are going home and it was another successful and wonderfulholiday. Now what? Let’s talk…

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By Deborah O’ConnorDecember 24, 2013 The presents have been unwrapped, the holiday meal was wonderful, the relatives are going home and it was another successful and wonderful holiday. Now what?…

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By Brian MaynorDecember 19, 2013 Everyone loves to get dressed up for a party with the perfect dress and hair and makeup styled ever so carefullyl, but it is possible to…

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By Deborah O’ConnorDecember 17, 2013 Let’s face it, travel is not much fun anymore. Overcrowding, flaring tempers, and unruly children all add to the problem. Put holiday into the mixand…

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By Jerry BelluneDecember 17, 2013Enriching your life’s goalsThe end of a year is a good time to think ahead.Think about your journey in business and in life.How far have you…

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