Quote by Phyllis Diller

 A smile is a curve that sets everything straight.

Quote for the Day

"The remarkable thing we have is a choice every day regarding the attitude we will embrace for that day. We cannot change our past. We cannot change the fact that people will act in a certain way. We cannot change the inevitable. The only thing we can do is play on the one string we have, and that is our attitude." Charles Swindoll

Something to Think About

Why do they report power outage on TV?

Make more money

 

Make more money. Own your own business. Improve the quality of your life. Whatever you want to accomplish, an unstoppable mindset will help you achieve it!

Cynthia Kersey

Interesting Facts, Unnecessary Knowledge

Interesting Facts, Unnecessary Knowledge –   Jacuzzi is a brand name. You can also buy Jacuzzi toilets and mattresses.

Zingers

 Zingers - "It is impossible to listen when you're talking."

Liberation

Liberation,

When you finally have victory, try not to show any form of rancor.

Korean Red Scrub

Korean Red Scrub

Akasuri Body Treatment

In ancient Korea and Japan, personal baths were reserved for people of nobility. The common people patronized bathhouses, where in addition to a decadent bath and gossip with neighbors, they had access to a unique form of exfoliating body scrub called akasuri. Woodcuts from the 19th Century often depict akasuri, wherein attendants scrubbed the backs of seated bathers. Known also as a "red scrub" or Korean-style body scrub because of its origins on the Korean peninsula, akasuri tones and restores vitality to skin by first relaxing and cleansing the pores, and then any remaining bacteria, dirt, and dead skin cells are whisked away during a vigorous rub down that will leave you feeling remarkably smooth and clean.

Akasuri, which is itself a Japanese word meaning 'red' (aka) and 'to rub' (suru), begins with a brief visit to a steam room, sauna, or even a hot shower or bath, which will soften your skin in preparation for the scrub itself. In Korean spas, there is a traditional rough-surfaced towel used only for akasuri, but you may use an exfoliating mitt or loofah sponge with soap or lotion to thoroughly scrub, clean, and massage your body, sloughing off impurities and exposing newer, youthful skin. Though it may leave your skin looking a bit red at first (hence the "red scrub"), the brisk massage will promote increased circulation, stimulate the lymph system, and cleanse your skin as never before. Finally, you rinse in a second bath or shower and may choose to apply your favorite lotion.

As a traditional beauty treatment, akasuri is one way to immerse yourself in Korean culture, where bathing and cleanliness represent the spiritual experience of washing one's soul and purifying oneself. Though it may be performed by a professional in a spa, akasuri can just as effectively be done at home, in the privacy of your own bathroom. Either way, you will be left feeling clean and calm, with skin so smooth you'll glow.

For more information visit Healinglifestyles.com

Turmoil

 Turmoil,

Stagnant situations can only get worse. Eliminate laziness, intervene and resolve any problem within three days.

T.S. Eliot

Genuine poetry can communicate before it is understood. ~ T.S. Eliot 

Karmic Fire

Karmic Fire

Yagya Ceremony

According to Vedic philosophy, our actions determine our fate. Times of prosperity and periods of difficulty are both the result of the energy we contribute to the universe. Yet, according to tradition, we are not powerless in our quest for positive karma. By participating in a Hindu custom called a yagya (also spelled yajna), individuals can counteract negative forces in their lives and open the door to a more harmonious future. During the ceremony, a Guru, or Vedic expert, appeals to the divine spirits for grace and intervention on behalf of someone, while others chant auspicious Sanskrit verses. Items such as ghee butter, coconuts, sandalwood shavings and clothing are thrown into a central fire to symbolize the burning of past negative karma. By impeaching the forces of nature for a change in the tides of life, yagya participants gain strength from the practice.

Yagyas can be done for a range of reasons, including to remove obstacles, to get through a difficult period or to ensure good luck during a milestone. There are yagyas for the acquisition of a spouse, childbirth, wealth and even for helping you have a peaceful sleep. Vedic astrology is also used to predict specific areas of future difficulty that you may want to work through using a yagya.

In addition to actually improving luck, yagyas have also been found to have a subtle power to affect consciousness. After having a Guru conduct a ceremony for them, people report feeling their mood lift as if their wishes for a more prosperous future are finally being heard. The most essential aspect of the invocation is making a spiritual connection with the cosmic powers. When we make an authentic connection with the universe, our own powers to create positive change are dramatically increased.

Today, yagya ceremonies are still conducted in India and elsewhere and you can have a reputable practitioner conduct one in your honor. Yagyas can be performed for you whether you are present or not, but many believe the power to be multiplied with your participation. This is all about taking action in the form of ritual to bring about change in your life. You don't need to have a Guru in India chant for you for 3 days, you actually have the power to bring about your own change. Think about what you would like assistance with, make yourself a ritual and stick with it, the results may surprise you.

For more information visit Yajna.com

Cross Cultural Tip of the Month

Cross Cultural Tip of the Month

Learn Two Things About India This Month

Considering the vastness of India's reach in the business world these days, why not make a commitment to learn some new things about the culture? Start small, and if you're interested never stop learning!

Zingers

 Zingers – "Expectations are your barometers of success."

Napoleon Hill

Cherish your visions and your dreams as they are the children of your soul; the blue prints of your ultimate accomplishments.

- Napoleon Hill

Know What Your Future Holds

 Know What Your Future Holds

“Focus on your future instead of on what you missed.”

It’s important to look back on past successes but it’s even more important to use your vision to look ahead.

When we spend too much time looking back at past events, we get caught up in the “woulda, shoulda, coulda” mental talk. Learn from your past, then let it go.

Focus your imagination on your future. When you send these good thoughts out in front of you, they prepare and smooth the way. Use your imagination to reel in all the possibilities that lie ahead.

Picture your ultimate success and then get to work creating it. When you take the giant step and dare to believe, your dreams will come true.

©Jane Powell –  Meditations for Women

Parenting

Parenting – Find someone to help you take the kids camping.

Affirmation

 Today’s Affirmation: I’m doing what I love.

Constancy

Constancy,

Do not interrupt or modify the way you are you going. Everything evolves and events run continuously towards their final goal. This movement is positive, live it with self-awareness and you will face all great and small difficulties with ease.

Parenting

 Parenting – Moms can play catch.

Do Your Job Application Materials Say 'Qualified'?

Do Your Job Application Materials Say 'Qualified'?

By Max Messmer, Chairman and CEO, Robert Half International Inc.

Highlighting your qualifications may be the key to landing a job in the current market, a recent survey by Robert Half International Inc. and CareerBuilder.com suggests. Forty-two percent of hiring managers polled said it was challenging to find qualified staff 12 months ago, and 86 percent said it's equally or more difficult today. Forty-seven percent attributed recruiting hardships to a shortage of qualified workers.

These are among the key findings of The Robert Half International and CareerBuilder.com Employment Dynamics and Growth Expectations (EDGE) Report. The study explores employment, hiring and compensation trends from the perspective of employees and hiring managers in an effort to gauge who has the most influence in the job market. More than 1,450 workers and 600 hiring managers participated in the survey.

Although many companies face difficulties in finding qualified professionals, a majority of employees surveyed view the job market as a tough one. More than half said it was difficult finding a job 12 months ago, and 42 percent said it is even more challenging today. These results suggest that the challenge for job seekers may not be a lack of opportunities but the ability to convince hiring managers that they are ideally suited for open positions. Doing so certainly can put an applicant's power of persuasion to the test. Organizations are increasingly cautious when making hiring decisions and want to ensure they bring aboard only the best. It's imperative, therefore, to be strategic in your job search. Creating top-notch application materials is a good first step.

Getting Noticed
Chief among the documents you submit to prospective employers is your résumé. Targeting the qualifications highlighted in this document to each opening is instrumental to making a positive impression with hiring managers.

Start your résumé with a strong summary statement that captures an employer's attention. If you're applying for a managerial position, for example, this two- to three-sentence statement should highlight your 10 years of previous experience in similar roles, perhaps mentioning the declining turnover that occurred in your department during your tenure or your staff's ability to consistently exceed companywide goals.

Rather than just listing your responsibilities under your work history, describe your accomplishments in concrete, quantifiable terms (e.g., exceeded lead generation goal by more than 200 percent). Although you want to emphasize the specific results you've achieved, be sure to call attention to your soft skills as well. While companies continually seek applicants with strong technical expertise, they also require that workers possess solid interpersonal skills.

Providing evidence of these abilities can help your résumé stand out. If, for instance, you led a technology-selection team in your last position, describe that experience, including how many professionals were on the team and what you accomplished.

Keep in mind that tailoring your résumé to different positions can be as simple as rewording your summary statement to emphasize certain experiences and skills over others or reordering bullet points to ensure your most relevant accomplishments appear first.

Driving Your Point Home
In addition to a well-written résumé, a strong cover letter is essential to landing an interview. If possible, address your letter to the individual who will likely review your résumé. You typically can obtain this information by calling the organization, perusing its Web site or contacting members of your professional network.

Like your résumé, your cover letter should be targeted to each opening you pursue. For instance, if you're applying for a position at a company that recently merged with another, consider referencing your knowledge of this development in your letter (e.g., I read about your merger with XYZ Company, and I think my experience in XYZ's industry would be of interest to you.). Avoid simply rehashing the details from your résumé. Instead, try to expand upon your strongest attributes and present this information in a way that is compelling and pertinent to the position.

Always keep in mind that your résumé and cover letter will prompt employers to either interview you or eliminate you from consideration. If it appears that you haven't done your homework before applying for a position, a potential employer will question your qualifications and professional dedication.

The job market may not be entirely employee-driven, but the EDGE Report findings indicate a gradual shift in that direction is underway. Employers don't expect it to become any easier to hire qualified candidates in fact, 86 percent said it will be just as challenging or even more so a year from now. For job seekers with in-demand skills, this is welcome news. In the months ahead, the employment market may very well present you with the opportunity for which you've been waiting.


About the Survey
The survey was conducted from August 1 to August 8, 2005. Methodology used to collect survey responses totaling more than 1,450 workers for this study involved selecting a random sample of comScore Networks panel members. These web panel members were approached via an e-mail invitation, which asked them to participate in a short online survey. The results of this survey are statistically accurate to within +/- 2.57 percentage points (19 times out of 20). Note: This sample included more than 600 hiring managers. The results for the hiring managers are statistically accurate to within +/- 4.0 percentage points (19 times out of 20).

Max Messmer is chairman and CEO of Robert Half International Inc., the world's first and largest specialized staffing firm. To view the EDGE Report in its entirety, visit www.rhi.com.