Does Work/Life Balance Really Exist?
Copyright 2006 Donna Gunter
If you look at almost any issue of nationally published women's magazines, you'll find article upon article trying to convince the American public (and American women) that you can have it all -- a brilliant career/business and a marvelous family life -- and then follow with instructions on how you can accomplish this easily.
I am just not buying into this train of thought.
In order for most successful business people to get where they want to be in their businesses, something has to go.
For me, it's been a personal life.
As a single woman of 40 with no children and no significant other on the horizon, I've got much more flexibility than most.
I can make a conscious decision to forego some aspect of my life on a shorter-term basis to reach my goals.
Most of us aren't quite that lucky, however.
You have children you have to get dressed and to school each day, or a spouse who needs more attention than just daily feeding and watering, or an elderly family member whose health might be failing. leaving you with caretaking responsibilities.
What we all need is a really great wife.
Now, before all the women seek to lynch me, think about it for a moment.
Wouldn't it be great to have a June Cleaver at home taking care of the children and all the household responsibilities, which would leave you with the freedom to do what you needed to do to get your business where it needs to be?
No more worries about getting the kids to soccer practice or packing for that trip to Baltimore or having to come home and fix dinner after a very long day at work?
Great fantasy, isn't it?
So, given the reality that the "wife store" is permanently out of stock, how do today's business owners still achieve the objectives of their business without ending up in divorce court or having an emotional meltdown?
I've discovered the hard way that being selfish is the key.
Yep, that good ole' selfish word -- the word our mothers have led us to believe was associated with being uncaring and unfeeling of others.
For me, that translates into weekends that I spend alone engaged in activities that I enjoy.
Sure, it's difficult to turn off business, and it can be a challenge to turn down invitations with friends, and some weekends I'm more successful than others.
But as a card-carrying INFP on the Myers-Briggs scale, I know that I can tolerate only so much of being around other people at networking events, meetings, classes, and etc., and I have to recharge and get grounded again in order to get up and do it again on Monday morning.
So, I spend my weekends going to festivals, the museum, a great movie, out to eat at a favorite restaurant, or reading a new book.
I will guarantee you that if you are not getting your needs met and engaging in active self-care, you won't be pleasant to be around.
I've been there, done that, bought the T-shirt, and moved on.
Do yourself and your family a favor -- figure out what self-care means to you and strategize with your spouse or significant other about how you can achieve that without unduly burdening other family members.
It's all about taking care of you--if you're not willing to do that, who will
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Felten and Associates Chooses Cathy Sherry, CSA to Help Establish Their Local Stuart, Florida Office
(ContentDesk) August 24, 2005 -- Felten & Associates has expanded operations to establish an office in Stuart, Florida and has chosen Cathy Sherry, CSA to help establish their local Stuart, Florida office. "We have long standing relationships with clients in Stuart," remarked, Ken Felten, President.
"Our business has grown in Stuart to the point where we needed to establish an office that was local to that community.
We are most pleased and excited to have Ms. Sherry on board.
She has a resume filled with accomplishments in sales and marketing and the professional designations that our clients are seeking."Sherry is a Certified Senior Advisor, a Certified TEEM Member; TEEM is a network of financial professionals referred to as the Equity Enhancement Matrix (TEEM); and is licensed to sell life, health care and annuities.Sherry may be contacted at Felten & Associates, 850 North West Federal Highway, Stuart, FL 34994 (772) 403-5822. Felten and Associates is a 52...
Felten and Associates Chooses Cathy Sherry, CSA to Help Establish Their Local Stuart, Florida Office
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Does Work/Life Balance Really Exist?
Copyright 2006 Donna Gunter
If you look at almost any issue of nationally published women's magazines, you'll find article upon article trying to convince the American public (and American women) that you can have it all -- a brilliant career/business and a marvelous family life -- and then follow with instructions on how you can accomplish this easily.
I am just not buying into this train of thought.
In order for most successful business people to get where they want to be in their businesses, something has to go.
For me, it's been a personal life.
As a single woman of 40 with no children and no significant other on the horizon, I've got much more flexibility than most.
I can make a conscious decision to forego some aspect of my life on a shorter-term basis to reach my goals.
Most of us aren't quite that lucky, however.
You have children you have to get dressed and to school each day, or a spouse who needs...
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Annuity Owner Mistakes
Okay, so I can tell you I have sat in front of countless numbers of people who have made mistakes when purchasing and owning annuities. And I have visited people who wish they never got involved in an annuity. And I have seen people who say that their annuity is their worst nightmare...So what is it that makes the annuity such a bad thing for some people and such a great vehicle for others??? Well I am about to tell you...and it all goes back to the annuity owners biggest MISTAKE. Yes, not mistakes but mistake.Let me explain to you. Most annuity and insurance agents out there have what is called their "best product." IT is the product that can supposedly solve every investment need for any investor.
And they make it sound so good that when someone is shopping for annuities, they ask the salesperson, "what is the best annuity?" and this is the biggest mistake. For all you know, the best annuity to the salesperson may be the one that pays the best commission to him. This question...
Annuity Owner Mistakes
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Health Insurance in Utah - Free Instant Online Quotes for Utah Residents
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Jared specializes in individual and family health insurance, as well as group health insurance for small businesses.
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For a new life in the new year, take action!
Stuck? Wondering what to do about finding a job, a relationship or a new home? Don't get caught in the self-analysis trap: months, days and even years of "thinking." I've met dozens of people who think "getting free" begins with an armchair, a self-help book and a beer.Action creates energy. Have you ever spent a whole day driving? Lying on the couch with a book and a heavy-duty remote control? At the end of the day you're exhausted. Action fuels thought. You can sit on a couch all day with the self-help book, but how will you complete the exercises? The world looks different as you sit in your living room. When you get off the couch and face the outside world, your answers will change.
Action is a test of your readiness to change. Are you thinking of hiring a coach or counselor? Before you pick up the phone, take some small action on your own. Get a list of articles from the library or web. Make some phone calls. Are you moving? That's a good sign.Want to change? Do something...
For a new life in the new year, take action!
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A&G Healthcare Services Becomes Partner with WLT Software of Florida, Inc. Partnership will provide connectivity and reduce costs for many WLT clients
A&G Healthcare Services announced recently they have become a business partner with the WLT Software of Florida, Inc. A&G Healthcare and WLT formed a strategic alliance that will provide WLT's clients with access to A&G Healthcare's primary and secondary PPO claims repricing system, called iTrex, and will save significant costs for their mutual clients. Over 160 WLT payor clients, which cover 110 million lives, now have access to A&G's state-of-the-art claims repricing software. A&G Healthcare will also be exhibiting at WLT's Benefits Administration Client Conference, Oct 13-15, Clearwater FL.WLT is an international leader in providing employee benefits, managed care, workers' compensation, and claims editing software, databases, and professional services solutions. WLT's market focus encompasses TPAs, MCOs, PPOs, HMOs, IPAs, PHOs, METs, insurance companies, government entities, hospitals, associations and self-insured corporations.A&G Healthcare Services is a national leader in technology...
A&G Healthcare Services Becomes Partner with WLT Software of Florida, Inc. Partnership will provide connectivity and reduce costs for many WLT clients
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Felten & Associates Insurance Agency, Located in Vero Beach, Florida, Announces their Hurricane Wilma planning
(ContentDesk) October 23, 2005 -- Felten & Associates insurance agency, located in Vero Beach, Florida, announces their Hurricane Wilma planning.Office Location:Felten & Associates is headquartered on Vero's barrier island at 2911 Cardinal Drive in Vero Beach, Florida. Depending on the final track and damage caused by Hurricane Wilma, it is possible that the Felten & Associates team will need to relocate their office temporarily. Felten & Associates expects to be open for business as soon as possible following the storm to process claims.
If they are unable to access their office on the barrier island for a short period of time after the storm, they will have a mobile claims unit in place in the parking lot at the McDonald's restaurant located at 1925 S. US Hwy 1, Vero Beach (across from Blockbuster).
Contact Information:Felten & Associates may normally be reached at (772) 231-2828.
If their normal telephone lines are unavailable, claims may be processed by...
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Annuity Owner Mistakes
Okay, so I can tell you I have sat in front of countless numbers of people who have made mistakes when purchasing and owning annuities. And I have visited people who wish they never got involved in an annuity. And I have seen people who say that their annuity is their worst nightmare...So what is it that makes the annuity such a bad thing for some people and such a great vehicle for others??? Well I am about to tell you...and it all goes back to the annuity owners biggest MISTAKE. Yes, not mistakes but mistake.Let me explain to you. Most annuity and insurance agents out there have what is called their "best product." IT is the product that can supposedly solve every investment need for any investor.
And they make it sound so good that when someone is shopping for annuities, they ask the salesperson, "what is the best annuity?" and this is the biggest mistake. For all you know, the best annuity to the salesperson may be the one that pays the best commission to him. This question...
Annuity Owner Mistakes
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