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John Furniss Can’t See, But That Doesn’t Stop His Passionate Pursuit of Art and Purpose as The Blind Woodsman

Success

For one thing, even if we were doing the art fairs and holiday sales and stuff like that, it was a small, local customer base. The account has also given them a platform to talk about blindness, mental health and the challenges John’s faced throughout his life, which are more universal than one might think. And now, we sell nationally.

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Rethinking Work Perks: 5 Things Employees Want More Than ‘Fun’ At Work

Success

Benefits shouldn’t be just a tool for recruitment; they are a way to retain employees and increase the stability/health of an organization,” says Kate Lamb, an account executive for a public relations firm. With wellness being such a personalized experience, having a stipend opens up access to people who might not go to the gym.

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Virtues of going Virtual: Working whilst on holiday

Practically Perfect PA

Below are some tips which I followed recently whilst on holiday over Christmas in Melbourne, Australia: Out of courtesy, let your clients know you will be out of the country and emphasise that the service you provide will continue to operate as normal. Check your equipment before you leave (including which plug adapter you will need!),

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How to Plan Ahead for Christmas

Ian's Messy Desk

If you want to reduce the stress associated with the holiday season, get an early start on holiday planning. To reduce holiday stress this year, create a holiday checklist to make the season go smoothly. Now is the time to check any household equipment that will get used and over-used during the holidays.

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How to Analyze Your Audience

Ian's Messy Desk

Are you going to need equipment for lighting and sound issues? What is their level of knowledge or experience with the subject. In what kind of setting will they receive this information? Will it be a large lecture hall or small seminar room? At what time of day will you be presenting? Take into account the audience here and now.

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8 Ways to Calm Nerves When Give a Speech

Ian's Messy Desk

This includes using any visual supports and equipment. Mentally rehearse this sequence with all the details of your presentation, and it will help you focus on what you need to do to be successful. 3) Practice In addition to mentally visualizing the process, you need to practice your presentation as you will give it.

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Small Business World News Round-up - 2009/11/10

The Small Business Blog

Small Business Crunches Numbers : Small business has fought the health-care bill as too costly. One in Four Businesses Calls the Owner ‘Ma’am’ : More than a quarter of all businesses are women-owned, but a high proportion of those are one-woman shops. Organizations are working to help them size up. — ST.

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