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Learning at Midlife for the Enjoyment of It - - Tony Calabrese
For the second time in three years I have gone “back to school”. While I’m not enrolled in a degree granting program, I’m being trained in becoming knowledgeable of the skills in developing an effective job and career search strategy. One of my goals is to be able to share... Submitted 330 days 2 hours ago.

3 Key Qualities in the Right Accountability Partner - Victoria Cook
I had such a great time participating in The L.A.T.E. Ride last summer I decided to register again this year…and actually do some training/conditioning unlike last year. This event hosts up to 9,000 bicyclists on a summer Saturday night/Sunday morning for a 25-mile ride through Chicago's... Submitted 330 days 18 hours ago.

When Office-Negotiating, Put the Power of Purpose in Your Pocket - Alan Sklover
ACTUAL CASE HISTORY: Edward, a 59-year-old insurance executive, came to see me with two tremendous problems: of greatest immediacy, he was being pushed out of his job by an acerbic, dishonest boss who wanted to give Edward's job to one of the boss's buddies from a different insurance company. Day... Submitted 333 days ago.

Getting What You Want In 2011 – a Plan For Changing Your Behavior - Marie O'Neill
“All you need to know is the future is wide open and you are about to create it by what you do.” Pema Chodrin ‘The Best Buddhist Writings 2008’ Are you happy? We all have different ideas about what makes us happy, so I won’t go into them, but I believe most people... Submitted 338 days 8 hours ago.

Take Time to Celebrate Your Successes - - Tony Calabrese
This coming weekend is one of celebration for me. My niece will be getting married on Friday evening. On Saturday we celebrate the birthdays of my brother’s three children. And, on Sunday, my wife and I will be attending a local St. Patrick’s Day parade. Celebrations are wonderful... Submitted 338 days 13 hours ago.

Eliminate the Word “Mistake” from your Vocabulary - - Tony Calabrese
Would you live your life differently if you believed that no matter what choice you made it would not be considered a mistake? For individuals living at higher levels of energy and consciousness in their life, that is exactly how they go through their day to day existence. In the mindset of the... Submitted 338 days 14 hours ago.

Don’t Overlook the Support from Those Already in Your Life - - Tony Calabrese
One of the lessons that I had heard before, but which was reinforced with me over the last couple of weeks, is that sometimes you can easily overlook the resources available to you when they are immediately in front of you. That bit of wisdom came to light as I was marketing my most recent... Submitted 345 days 1 hour ago.

Confidence Is Built By Having Rock Solid Belief In Your Principles - - Tony Calabrese
The March 2011 quote of “Motivation” that appears on the Absolute Transitions website is courtesy of the 3rd President of the United States, Thomas Jefferson. Jefferson was quoted as saying “In matters of style, swim with the current. In matters of principle, stand like a... Submitted 345 days 2 hours ago.

The Pain/Gain Model of Action - - Tony Calabrese
This past weekend I was facing a significant decision impacting my business. I had been presented with an opportunity that showed a great deal of promise, but did require detailed effort on my part to incorporate into my practice. While I realized that I needed to give this offer consideration... Submitted 345 days 21 hours ago.

It’s Time for that New Season in Your Life - - Tony Calabrese
I have always loved the game of baseball. Whether it was playing the game as a youngster, to watching it on television or getting caught up into the players and their statistics, the game has always had a hold on me. Even now in my midlife years, it is still a big thrill to go to the ballpark and... Submitted 352 days 19 hours ago.

Aging Can Be an Active Time If You Make Yourself Ready for the Opportunity - - Tony Calabrese
There was an article in my local newspaper this past week which really caught my eye. The article was entitled ‘Active aging’ at 50, and focused on the number of opportunities that will be available to those who choose to serve a 50 years of age and older population in the coming... Submitted 352 days 20 hours ago.

Looking Back Can Be a Key in Springing Yourself Forward - - Tony Calabrese
A couple of weeks back I was speaking with a coaching colleague discussing my progress in the development of my business. We were speaking about looking ahead in terms of how I wanted to continue that development, and feeling very confused as to which direction to take next. My friend suggested... Submitted 357 days 20 hours ago.

Professional Development Strategies to Create Your Own Career Path - Joyce Weiss
If eighty-hour workweeks and impending layoffs are leaving you apprehensive about your career decision, you’re not alone. These days, countless professionals are yearning for more fulfilling careers. Unfortunately, many business people are going through their day-to-day work activities and... Submitted 1 year 16 days ago.

Is Your Enthusiasm For Work Flickering Out? Reignite the Flame to Decrease Burnout! - Joyce Weiss
Are your coworkers under so much pressure they’re erupting like volcanoes? Do you see the people around you turning into pessimists? Are they waiting for the overwhelming situations to just go away? Burnout is a general erosion of the spirit. It occurs when its victims have been worn out... Submitted 1 year 16 days ago.

How to Communicate Effectively to Get What You Want - Joyce Weiss
Getting others to see your point of view isn’t always easy. And in fact, the more you try to push your ideas on others, the more they’ll shy away from you, which will further prevent the communication from being successful. To get what you want in any situation you have to employ a... Submitted 1 year 16 days ago.

Why Money Matters - Aaron Aberson
Many people wonder why money matters. In some people's mind, money is not that important. However, if you are to be a part of a civilized society, money is one of the most important things that you can have. Here are a few things to consider about why money matters. A lot of people have... Submitted 1 year 61 days ago.

Plan Ahead to Stay Ahead - - Dave Horsager
It’s hard to get a running start on the day without a plan. You don’t want to waste your creative morning time wondering what you should do today. If you want to attack your day instead of having it attack you, use this solid strategy. Take the last 15 minutes of a workday to plan out... Submitted 1 year 63 days ago.

Midlife Career Support – Giving or Receiving, Is a Very Worthwhile Thing - - Tony Calabrese
The local library in my home town provides its facilities to host a "Professionals in Transition" meeting every other week. Public libraries have always been good providers of resources to people in need. Given the current economy and labor market such sessions have become much more common in... Submitted 1 year 64 days ago.

Automated Forms Management: Maximize Your Time and Resources - Laurel Sanders
One night this summer, I ordered a few things online for my daughter for horseback riding camp. It went like this: As I sat at my computer, ready to tackle a non-profit newsletter I had wanted to work on for days, my daughter reminded me she needed several things for camp the following week.... Submitted 1 year 123 days ago.

Get Yourself Unstuck: 8 Smart Reminders - - Helaine Iris
Whether you consider yourself a occasional procrastinator, or a terminal one, getting stuck in the mud occasionally - paralyzing your ability to act sometimes happens. While it's certainly useful to explore the reasons behind persistent procrastination patterns and resolve them, this article is... Submitted 1 year 179 days ago.

From Out of Balance to Find Your Balance in 5 Steps - - Helaine Iris
The other day I was introducing myself to a group of busy professionals. I told them I especially loved to work with women who feel they are overworked and have no life; and lack balance between their work life and their personal life. As I was heading out the door to my next appointment a... Submitted 1 year 213 days ago.

Structures - Victoria Cook
Life is busy! I get that. If you're like me, you are juggling the demands of your profession, managing a household, caring for your family, maintaining a variety of relationships, volunteering, and maybe trying to squeeze in a long lost hobby. Can you recall when you had a hobby?! So, how do you... Submitted 1 year 214 days ago.

It Takes an Ocean of Emotion to Have a Successful Business - - Helaine Iris
"If you do what you've always done, you'll get what you've always gotten." Tony Robbins Stop for a moment and think about what type of energy is driving you to put another day into your business. Would you say your motivation's coming from a painful thought - "I better make this sale so I can... Submitted 1 year 218 days ago.

A Twist on Time Management for Business Owners - - Helaine Iris
"To live is so startling it leaves little time for anything else." - Emily Dickenson Why is it - no matter how well you manage (or think you manage) your time there never seems to be enough? We all say- time goes by too fast. Actually, what I've realized is that time doesn't go by any faster... Submitted 1 year 219 days ago.

True Law of Attraction for Business Owners - - Helaine Iris
"One does not become enlightened by imagining figures of light, but by making the darkness conscious." C.G. Jung Recently, during a coaching session, a new and frustrated client was struggling with limiting thoughts about herself and her ability to take her business to the next level. She... Submitted 1 year 220 days ago.