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A majestic success in an age of turmoil
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On Monday, Queen Elizabeth II marks the 60th anniversary of her accession to the throne. A small proportion of Her Majesty’s subjects may recall the reign of her father, or even her uncle and her grandfather. But for the vast majority, the Queen is the only head of state they have known – a constant companion through their entire lives, the still point of an often turbulent world.
To have reached this milestone is an extraordinary achievement, as well as a testament to her family’s longevity. Only one other British monarch has done so previously: Queen Victoria, whose Diamond Jubilee was celebrated in 1897. The event, which included a grand naval review at Spithead in which 135 vessels took part, was celebrated, as Jan Morris has written, “as a festival of imperial strength, splendour and unity – a mammoth exhibition of power, in a capital that loved things to be colossal”. The ceremonials in June to mark our own Queen’s Jubilee may be somewhat less grandiose, but they will be spectacular none the less: the river pageant along the Thames, for example, will be a sight not seen in London for centuries.
For Her Majesty, what should be a joyful event will inevitably be tinged with sadness. The anniversary of her accession – which she learned of while on safari in Kenya – is also the anniversary of the day that her father died, and her mother began a 50-year widowhood. Her Golden Jubilee, in 2002, was accompanied by personal loss, with the deaths in quick succession of both her mother and her sister. Indeed, the total and selfless service and dedication that the Queen has shown in her 60 years on the throne have been all the more remarkable when you consider that it was a role she was never expected to fulfil, until the abdication of her uncle, Edward VIII.
For the Queen, monarchy has always been about duty and vocation, not celebrity and wealth. The institution is what matters, and she has been its stalwart custodian. Her reign has seen so many changes in society, especially the decline of deference towards authority and scorn for the emblems of power. Yet this has not diminished the country’s belief in the merits of monarchy. Quite the contrary: it has remained, thanks largely to Her Majesty’s efforts, the indisputable focus of our national community. Even the Scottish Nationalists, who intend to break up the United Kingdom, see the merits of preserving its monarchy.
It has been the Queen’s accomplishment to have kept the institution of royalty secure at a time when it could have been overrun by the forces of modernity, especially those unleashed in 1997 by the election of Tony Blair and the death of Diana, Princess of Wales. In times gone by, the British have retained a love for monarchy even when they have not loved their monarch; today, at a time when the media spotlight falls ever more harshly on those in the public eye, the affection in which she is held is an important bulwark for the institution itself. And yet while television has thrown more light on the Queen than on any of her predecessors, she has remained a private, even reticent individual, the very antithesis of what the modern celebrity culture demands.
Throughout her reign, the Queen’s loyalty to her people has been matched by theirs to her. And it has been to the great good fortune of both Her Majesty and her country that she has been accompanied by a consort who feels the impulse of duty and service just as strongly. As Prince Harry observed this week, it would be hard to imagine the Queen continuing to make such a commitment to her role at the age of 85 without the support of the 90-year-old Duke of Edinburgh, the husband she once called “quite simply, my strength and stay all these years”.
As well as being the oldest monarch to sit on the throne, the Queen, and her consort, must surely be among the fittest. Last year, along with their many other duties, the pair toured Australia, attending the biennial conference of the Commonwealth that Her Majesty has done so much to shape and preserve; visited Dublin on a historic mission of reconciliation; and attended their grandson’s wedding. This schedule would have been taxing for a couple half their age – and there will be no let-up in this Jubilee year, which includes visits to each part of the Kingdom, the formal opening of the London Olympics, as well as a host of state occasions and celebrations to mark Her Majesty’s time on the throne.
One might argue that this extraordinary couple deserve a chance to slow down, and perhaps to reflect on their great accomplishments. But the Queen has always been a woman who has steadfastly put duty to her Kingdom, her Commonwealth and her subjects at the forefront of her life. To do so, she has had to sacrifice much that most of us would consider normal. The trappings of monarchy – the castles, the jewellery, the robes – are not personal baubles but the symbols of office. She is the head of state and has a function to fulfil that is not just ceremonial, but constitutional. That she has done so with such devotion, hard work and steadfastness over six decades is utterly remarkable, and has reaffirmed – in an age of constant turmoil and tumultuous social change – how successful and enduring an institution the British monarchy still is.
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Balancing your professional and personal life
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SALT LAKE CITY — Today's driven success-minded professional strives to "have it all" — and do it all — with respect to their personal and professional life. However, all too often, this shotgun effort leads to disappointing results on many, if not all, fronts. The complexity lies in creating abundance in your professional life while still being able to relax and enjoy your personal life to its fullest.
Realizing whole-life success is possible. The secret lies in creating and committing to boundaries that keep work and home life separate, so that you may remain career-driven while also carving out as much quality family, couple and "me" time as possible. This helps to reduce anxiety and stress for you, your romantic relationship and a family unit at large.
Consider these tactical strategies that will help working professionals better balance their family, personal and career life:
Be totally accessible to business contacts ONLY during regular working hours whether 9-5 Monday through Friday or other set working hours. Ensure all vendors, business partners, colleagues and clients understand that this is the company culture or your personal policy. Have a personal cell phone that is only for family and friends so you can leave the business phone behind on family outings, personal "me" time at the health club or with friends. Answer the business phone, fax or email ONLY during business hours.
What do you do when you're not at work?
1. Is there anything but work?
2. I saw every blockbuster last summer, just sayin'
3. Spend time with my family
4. You should see my honey-do list
5. Shop, shop, shop
6. Study the back of my eyelids
No Friday afternoon critical endeavors or fire drills. Stack the more labor intensive, mission critical tasks — and those that require third-party involvement or input — early in the week and taper down so that by Friday you can essentially focus on housekeeping items. This strategy can help you avoid weekend work loads and other infringements on what should now be your personal time. Just as you schedule professional obligations, also schedule time off personal family and couple activities. And, don't forget to put in "me time" to exercise, relax, or spend time with friends. It doesn't matter if it is a few hours or days, or a small or large activity - put it on the calendar and plan around it to make it happen! If you are a business owner or manage staff in an operation with extended hours, create processes and protocols that can handle most situations when you are unavailable in the "off" hours or otherwise. Also ensure all staffers understand you are to only be contacted in true emergencies (don't forget to define "true emergency" as well!) and that you have empowered them to support you properly when you are not accessible and make executive decisions in your absence.
There are also a few key principals that can go a long way toward establishing work/life balance and harmony, especially when you are in a relationship with an equally success-minded person:
Establish Open Lines of Communication. Communication is vital to any healthy relationship whether business and personal. It is important to ensure that everyone, including yourself, be able to express themselves no matter what as this helps diffuse misunderstandings and alleviates stress and time spent on repairing these downed communication lines. Operate with Respect, Balance, and Recognition. It's important to have go-to people to lean on in both the career and non-career aspects. This may mean using a mentor, career coach or business consultant who can take the company to the next level or a personal confidant who can help you make personal changes, improve communication, resolve issues and become better people. Identify your Neutral Zone. It is not easy to maintain happy and healthy relationships on a personal or professional level. There will be discord and disagreement, so finding a neutral zone is important where each person can go to get away from stress or the angst of a difficult moment. Establish a place of "escape" from such difficulties, so that you can clear your head, regroup and productively deal with the situation at hand. Focus on Social Responsibility on the Inside and Out. Establishing a business and a family life based on a philosophy of social responsibility can generate a great deal of satisfaction. Whether it is the idea to "pay it forward" by helping those who are less fortunate or creating a bucket list based on what you and/or your company can do for others not only makes a difference in others' lives, but it also enriches your own life - and that of your employees - and makes it feel more fulfilling.
Regardless of whether you're a business owner, a manager, executive or professional, it's easy to get off kilter — especially when under excessive stress and pressure at work or at home. Career demands can cause family disruptions, while other variables like tightening budgets can create friction at home and at the job. However, there are ways to manage such circumstances and, in doing so, regain control of your own personal and professional satisfaction. Start with these action items above and you'll be well on your way.
The CEO Couple Ed and Ellen Schack are living examples of work/life/family balance based on key principles that foster healthy a marriage, business growth, and managing the rigor of everyday life: Respect, Communication, Partnership, Fun, Family, Faith, Balance, and Well-Being combined with many operational components of business like Strategy, Vision, and Competition. They may be reached online at http://www.theceocouple.com and via Twitter @TheCEOCouple .
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Rummer attends symposium in Monterey
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Sierra Sands Unified School District Superintendent Joanna Rummer joined superintendents around California in Monterey Thursday and Friday for a symposium.
“The superintendent’s symposium is a conference designed to address the professional development and personal development and needs of superintendents,” she said. “It basically covers current trends — what’s happening in education — the politics surrounding those specific things.”
Rummer said State Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Torlakson addressed the symposium about his Educator Excellence Task Force.
“I agree with his statement that teaching is the mostimportant job there is, and it’s time to treat teachers with the dignity as professionals that they are,” Rummer said. “I totally agree with that.”
She said she is glad Torlakson made those statements.
“What I hope is that through this program teachers who are involved in it come out feeling supported and have a renewed strength and inspiration for having participated,” Rummer said. “They really do a wonderful job. They’re educating the future of our country. I’m glad he made those statements, and hopefully this program will promote that.”
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