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Explore our many posts about how to easily navigate through the troubled waters of the "Real World". Our blog gives you tips, "how-to"s, insights, guides, and secrets on life in the "Real World".
Finally Get Stuff Done
People often ask me how I can stay so committed to the work I do for Real World 101, especially when I have no one to really turn to for support. I must say that it takes more that just passion to keep me on track today, it requires accountability. It's easy for others to look at a young entrepreneur and think that they are extremely driven and constantly focused, but I must tell you that's not the truth. Most entrepreneurs have some for of an accountability system to keep them going.
The system I used is from Journeypage.com and it's called Getting Stuff Done (GSD). Every weekday I call in at certain hours to report what I plan to do during a "power hour". Then when the power hour is complete, I report what I accomplished. It's a very simple system that produces tremedous results and can help you get stuff done.
So, get off your butt and join me for a call. Sign up at www.journeypage.com!
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5 Great Ideas For Keeping Your Belt Tight on Thanksgiving
First off, Happy Thanksgiving!!!
Thanksgiving is one of my very favorite holidays.
Save your Calories for Dinner. If you want to be a great guest and enjoy the meal the most, skip the hors d'oeurves. A great basic rule-of-thumb is don’t eat anything that doesn't require a knife and fork.
Small seconds are better than Big Firsts. Some people show their love through food. Research on memory shows that your Aunt Grace won’t remember how much you take, but she will remember if you liked it enough to take seconds. Especially if you announce it. Take two small helpings of key foods than one medium/large portion.
Forget the Post Dinner Snacks We won’t starve if we skip the late night turkey sandwich. Quarter up an apple. This is a great time to focus on the family and not on the food.
Most importantly, don't sweat it if you make a dietary mistake. We all will. And we'll have the other 364 days to do it right.
Enjoy your day and from the bottom of my heart I sincerely thank you for allowing me to do what I love doing. I don't take it for granted that without you I wouldn't have a business!
And enjoy your family and friends!
Also, I wrote a nice story on my blog at GuruGilbert.com about Thanksgiving. I think it's worth the read if you have a few extra minutes.
Understanding Credit: Podcast with Pat Hawkins
In the latest installment of Real World 101 podcasts I interviewed Pat Hawkins of Episcopal Community Development. Pat spoke about credit scores and building credit history. She also gave great advice on how to overcome financial problems that may arise with credit (e.g. identity theft, bankruptcy, etc.) If you would like to learn more about credits scores, credit cards, bankruptcy, loan consolidation or have any questions for Pat please contact us.
Here are some of the discussed topics:
- The Basics of Credit Scores and Credit History
- Understanding All the Different Types of Credit
- Preventing Identity Theft
- Dealing with Bankruptcy
- How to Consolidate Your Debt
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