Natural Products Expo West Explodes Organically

For those of you who think of organic foods and products as a small section in the supermarket frequented by vegans, the lactose intolerant, and otherwise sensitive individuals, I’ve got news for you. I attended the Natural Products Expo West and it was huge! Aisle...

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Car Repair Deals at the Dealership

People always ask me how to save money when it comes to car purchases and maintenance, so you will want to know how I just scored big on a repair—at a car dealership. Dealerships are known for t...

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Tesla Motors and (Your Business Name Here)

One of the first things prospective business owners do is come up with a business name they like. What they may not consider are the ramifications once it’s chosen, such as not being able to obtain the url of their choice. Ask...

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Toasted warranty? No problem for Black & Decker

Get out of your self-critic and into possibility with this “you don’t ask, you don’t get” story about toast, or lack of it, and feeling burned. It’s also a story of redemption. Heady claims for a toaster oven that mostly didn’t work ...

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Is Time on Your Side?

Distractions, distractions; it’s amazing anything gets done! From smart phones to Facebook, e-mail to e-zines, videos, photo sharing sites and more, time spent on social media and electronic devices is increasing. Al...

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Grateful for Thanksgiving

It is my family’s Thanksgiving tradition for those at the holiday table to name a few things for which they are thankful. Our lists usually include loved ones, friends, employment, a roof over our heads, health, and perhaps mention ...

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Chasing Rainbows – Opportunity vs. Integrity

Suppose you learn of a great opportunity, one that appears like a gorgeous rainbow in the sky. You wonder if it’s for real. Your intuition, like a protective angel on your shoulder, warns you to be cautious. The devil sitting on yo...

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Everyone is a Salesperson

Everyone is a salesperson, including you. You may think of yourself as your career title: an engineer, a teacher, a stay-at-home dad, “mompreneur” or plumber, but not a salesperson. Hav...

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Take One Mandala Before Bedtime and Rest Easy

Can’t sleep? Today’s multi-tasking lifestyles mean many of you are go-go-going until it’s past bedtime. Research shows turning off the TV or computer at least an hour before bed rest is ideal,...

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Your Book: Censored

One book that will never be read is the one you didn’t write. What stopped you? While you could point a finger at timing, finances, or unexpected events blocking your path, many times the answer can be found ...

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