Just 12 minutes of daily yoga for two months improved cognition among people with memory disorders in a study in the Journal of Alzheimer’s Disease. Other stress relievers include aerobic exercise, listening to mellow music, meditating or praying, and writing in a journal. Recent studies at the University of NC Hospitals and Duke University show yoga reduces…
At Work, At Home, Made Your Needs Clear So many times, we get upset because someone did not do what we wanted how we wanted it, and we did not get our needs met. The easiest way to overcome this is to be crystal clear about what you want and ask for it. Most people…
Entrepreneurial thinking is not limited to founders or business owners. It is a mindset rooted in ownership, initiative, and problem-solving, and it can dramatically improve effectiveness inside corporations, nonprofits, healthcare systems, and complex organizations. Many professionals feel constrained by bureaucracy, layers of approval, or rigid systems. Over time, this sense of powerlessness contributes to disengagement,…
All it Takes is Kindness and Attention A few weeks ago, between appointments, I ran into Dillards to return something and stopped by the Estee Lauder counter. Surprisingly, I had a delightful time. Karen greeted me warmly, inquired as to my needs and then went a step further. She got to know me. She observed…
Water is essential to our survival. Every cell and system in your body depends on water. A 5% drop in body fluids will cause a 25% loss in energy; a 15% drop leads to death. So drinking those 8 glasses a day is vital. Equally important is the restorative power of being around water. Waterfalls…
Educate, Entertain, Add Value People just starting in social media often ask me what they should post. Write about your expertise, what you know well and the latest trends in those areas. Share quotes, statistics, and stories. Always add value and be a source of information and help to those following you. Be a positive…
Here’s What To Do if That’s the Case A new study ranks the most stressful cities in the US, based on divorces, commutes, unemployment rates and crime. The most stressful cities are Tampa, Las Vegas, Miami, Jacksonville, and Detroit. The least stressful are Pittsburgh, Virginia Beach, Cambridge, Mass., Nassau-Suffolk, NY, and Minneapolis-St. Paul. So what…
Not too long ago, I had the privilege of delivering the keynote speech for Community Connections Volunteer Appreciation Event. This non-profit organization in Jacksonville, FL does an amazing job of fighting homelessness, poverty and hunger, helping families, and homeless women and children. The luncheon saluted all the wonderful 1100 volunteers who do so much. …
Take a Tip from PR Specialists If you’ve ever watched a scandal unfold, you’ve seen how well or poorly it can be handled. Most PR professionals believe in breaking an imminent story first, so that they can control the message and lead with the truth. That’s good advice for sales as well. If you know…
Don’t Hold Yourself Back I recently spoke at a conference for financial managers in the medical field, and met an impressive young man. He shared with me his secret for success as a sales professional. He said most salespeople were attractive women or strong, good-looking men. He said those qualities made them more memorable. Then…