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Celebrate the Old You in the New Year
“You were born an original, why die a copy?” ~ Oscar WildeI know, I know, you’re probably thinking, “What?” At this time of year when we’re bombarded by ads that tell us we need a whole new look, a whole new body and a completely new way of being, I’d like to be the voice in the wilderness that says instead of looking to create something new, how about looking to the past to discover the ‘old you’ and what was great about that person?
I dare to stand up and say, “There’s nothing wrong with you.” And, “You’re perfect just as you are.”
I’m not suggesting that there isn’t room for ‘sharpening the saw,’ but do you actually know what you’re sharpening? Maybe you’re not a saw, maybe you’re a hammer and maybe it’s time to start being the best hammer you can be.
So much time in our society is spent working on our weaknesses; I say it’s time to embrace your strengths and let the true you shine out. …
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10 Conversation Starters for Your Facebook Page
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5 Ways a Professional Image Consultant can Help You
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A Guideline to Corporate Gift Giving
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Shopping on an Entrepreneur’s Budget
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5 Tips to Giving a Great Acceptance Speech
Accepting an award can be one of the most gratifying moments in a persons’ career. Giving an acceptance speech under tremendous emotional pressure and in front of hundreds of people can be a nerve wracking experience, and can leave the best of us tongue tied. Narges Nirumvala gives five tips to help you make the best impression at the podium.
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Business Casual: Just How Casual Should You Be?
Relaxed work attire is a trend many entrepreneurs have embraced — some perhaps a little too much. In fact, 39 percent of executives say workers appear too casual when donning a relaxed look. As an entrepreneur, we ARE the company and our appearance should reflect that. Cathy Kuzel gives tips to help you be biz-savvy even on Casual Fridays.
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Overcome the Biggest Obstacle to Your Success: YOU
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You’re a Social Media Success! Now What?
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The Beauty of Being an Entrepreneur
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5 Ways to Use Video in Your Marketing
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