“How come black belts get beaten up?” This was the question posed to me by a young university student who mentioned that he might be interested in studying martial arts. I understand his question because you would think that someone who practices martial arts would easily win a physical confrontation. However, that is not always […]
The voracious greed of the narcissist
Greed has been with us since man walked the earth. Greed is a relentless, insatiable desire and drive to possess more than one needs, often at the expense of others. Most narcissists are greedy. They are constantly planning and plotting (even in their sleep) how to expand their power base and increase their material bounty. […]
Tips for optimizing search engines
Search Engine Optimization or SEO is the process or series of steps one takes in an effort to make their website or other online assets more visible to others when others search for content online using search engines. This is also known as positioning one’s assets to be found by “organic” searches as opposed to […]
Understanding the Nonprofit Board of Directors
The board of directors of a for-profit corporation is quite similar to a non-profit board, but there are some important distinctions. In general, the fact that both types of businesses are organized as corporations makes them fundamentally similar. Members of each have the same fiduciary duties and must attend to similar operational and governance tasks. […]
How to do the best kitchen renovations
A lot of decision making and creativity is required for a successful kitchen remodeling project. This is because there are unlimited options that one can choose from. Not making decisions or budgeting carefully can make the overall process a waste of time and resources, and this comes at a high cost. However, with the right […]
5 Questions You Need to Answer to Capture Your Website Visitors’ Attention in Seconds
10 seconds… That’s how long your website has to grab a visitor’s attention before they click. And that number is dwindling fast – some statistics show that you only have 7 seconds to let your audience know you’re in the right place. Your website has a lot to do in a fraction of a minute. […]
Kitchen Cabinet Pantry – A must for every home, big or small
A kitchen cabinet pantry provides space for what is needed most in the kitchen: food. A stove, microwave oven, dishes, cutlery, pots and pans, and accessories like the sink are all irrelevant if there is no food in the house. It doesn’t matter if your kitchen is big or small, a well-designed pantry can give […]
Better customer service through effective time management
Being able to manage and prioritize is an important skill when serving customers. Planning events, activities, and tasks on a yearly, monthly, weekly, and daily basis—that is, prioritizing time—can be rewarding from the standpoint of allowing you to be more proactive in preparing for situations. Such planning can reduce your need to be a crisis […]
Facial mapping guidelines to treat blemishes and skin problems
According to many reflexologists and Chinese medicine practitioners, blemishes and pimples on the face indicate internal health problems. Understanding what causes spots and breakouts is the key to finding the most effective solution. The human body is a fascinating and complex marvel. Each cell or atom that makes up the body has a specific function […]
A poor man’s guide to investing in real estate
Real estate investing isn’t just for the rich! You’ve probably heard the old saying “It takes money to make money.” Well, I tell you that a person with no money and no credit equipped with the right knowledge and knowing how can do this in the same way. This article covers how YOU can do […]