Richard St. John TED Talk - The Muse

Richard St. John rocknroller Talk - The MuseRichard St. John TED Talk Trying to reach a goal is difficult, but you finally did it You landed the job, snagged the raise, or got the promotion. The only thing thats more difficult than going after something you want? Keeping that level of success after youve achieved it.In his popular TED talk, success analyst and author Richard St. John explains that its easy to want to sit back and relax once youve worked hard to achieve a goal (in his case, that included buying an incredibly expensive car). But the second you stop hustling, youre setting yourself up for failure instead of more success.Whats St. Johns recommendation for keeping yourself on the right track? Watch the rest of his talk below.Photo of cliff diver courtesy of Shutterstock.

Free Webinar Guide for Emergency Personnel - Key Changes

Free Webinar Guide for Emergency Personnel - Key Changes Free Webinar Guide for Emergency Personnel - Key Changes Free Webinar Guide for Emergency Personnel - Key ChangesPlayer description For Questions and Answers provided during the live webinar presentation please see the attached document.Session description ASME has been publishing the ASME A17.4, Guide for Emergency Personnel since 1972. The guide was originally developed as a result of a demand from many building owners, lessees, and operating management needing guidance for the evacuation of passengers from stalled elevator cars. Today it has evolved to provide guidance for the evacuation of passengers from stalled elevator cars as well as firefighters service operating procedures. Significant revisions and updates have been made since the last publication in 1999.This webinar reviews the evolution of the ASME A17.4, Guide for Emergency Personnel, as well as covers the topics addressed within the current standard.Key changes to this revision includeRescue team organization and trainingEvacuation procedures from elevator carsRescue following an earthquakeElevator system lockdownFirefighters/ service operating procedures (updated to 2010 edition of A17.1)Emergency/standby power operationSpeaker Davis Turner, President, Davis L. Turner Associates, LLCDavis L. Turner graduated from Cornell University with a degree in Electrical Engineering in 1968 and is a 53 year veteran of the elevator industry having begun his career with Otis Elevator Company in 1962 in New York in the construction department. Throughout his career with Otis he gained experience in sales, marketing, construction, service, modernization and engineering.In 1988, Mr. Turner joined Mitsubishi Elevator Company, a subsidiary of Mitsubishi Electronics America, as its Vice President and General Manager. In 1989, he was appointed president of the company.In 1996 Mr. Turner formed Davis L. Turner Associates, LLC, an independent vertical transpo rtation consulting firm located in Mission Viejo, California. The firm provides elevator and escalator technical expertise to a wide range of clients.

Thomas Jefferson Americas first great innovator

Thomas Jefferson Americas first great innovatorThomas Jefferson Americas first great innovatorThomas Jefferson might be historys busiest polymath. His numerous letters work in tandem with the bounty of musings published since his death to illustrate a mind charged by unrest and immense productivity.All the literature mentioned above herbeiald an innovator with remarkable range.His role, for instance, in the Barbary Wars at once perplexed his views on emancipation, planted the seed for what we know as the U.S Navy and served as a prelude to Americas long-standing refusal to bargain for liberty.Twenty-five years of reserved authority saw him father the library of congress, pen the declaration of independence and found the University of Virginia. His agricultural and medical contributions are a testament to his private subscription to deism and are staffed by sober predictions of Americas trajectory.A man of the landJefferson officially established his agricultural legacy with A General GardeningCalendar, a collection of his meditations debuting in The American Farmer in 1824.The generalist famously possessed a predilection for agronomy- occasioned via the curation of one of the most eclectic gardens in history. His massive, Monticello masterwork, pioneered the culinary importance of vegetables by emboldening their presence in the preconceived notions of a balanced diet. The same dietary regiment that enabled Jefferson to evade the scythe until the age of 84, has since maintained an esteemed place in contemporary regard.Pedestrian fixtures like mashed potatoes, French fries, and fried eggplant were at one time viewed by many to be curious if not welcomed features of his white house dinner table, all of which were nods to his intimate knowledge of the epicurean traditions observed by France, Spain and the Mediterranean.Though you couldnt properly categorize Jefferson as a vegetarian he rarely ate meat, statingI have lived temperately, eating little animal food, th at, not as an ailment so much as a condiment for the vegetables, which constitute my principal diet.This, no doubt, contributed to the impression of vitality remarked upon by those who knew him well. His grandson, Randolph when questioned on the subject, handsomely recalled a man of strength and robust health..his carriage erect step firm and elastic, which he preserved to his death his temper, naturally strong, under perfect control his courage cool and impassive . .The latter portion of Randolphs characterization is consistent with what we know of Jefferson as an inventora title he boasted sans the unhinged madness that oft accompanies it. The instruments dreamed up by Jefferson owed equal gratitude to practicality and a wealth of cultural influences.The inspiration to construct the Moldboard plow, which enabled farmers to manage a deeper furrow, only occurred to him during his time serving as a minister to France. There, he studied European methods intimately.Despite the enthusia stic reception the light-iron-clad device earned from his colleagues, Jefferson never sought to patent it. In fact, the extent of its popularity is not really known save The French Society of Agriculture awarding Jefferson membership as a foreign associate on its behalf. This innovation like a good many others was beholden much more to viability than ego.When his dearest Martha, bemoaned the invasion of pests wreaking havoc on her crops, the prolific agronomist responded with a postulation that we now understand as rudimentary.We will try this winter to cover our garden with a heavy coating of manure. When rich it bids defiance to droughts, yields in abundance, and of the best quality. I suspect that the insects which have harassed you have been encouraged by the feebleness of your plants and that has been produced by the lean state of the soil.Similarly, Jeffersons influences on the preservation of vaccinations (notably derived from his smallpox vaccine trials) suggest a man pulled every which way by many burgeoning talents. Or as the late Christopher Hitchens put it He could have easily elected to do something other than politics and have perhaps been not as well known but equally successful in the chosen field.Action and delineationJeffersons precocity is well documented, but a savage thirst for knowledge too played a role in rearing the Promethean author of independence. When his father, Peter Jefferson, died in 1757, Thomas inherited his extensive library. Unfortunately, the contents within were largely destroyed by a fire some 13 years later.The heir at once set out to resurrect his fathers collection at Monticellothis library as many already know would go on to be sold to Congress in 1815 as solace for the British Invasion that decimated its own volumes but a year prior.Jeffersons massive libraries (lets not forget the impressive collection of Poplar Forest) were partly composed of books given to him by George Wythe, the very man that played such a cruc ial part in forging Jeffersons often overlooked but undoubtedly impressive law career.Jeffersons tenure unsurprisingly focused on matters concerning common farmers and indentured servants-pleas of the yeoman one of the 900 land affairs he handled involved a biracial man unlawfully bound to servitude-(in case you thought our third president was anything resembling resolute on the topic of slavery).True, these formative years, were peppered with the clashes with his mentor, Wythe, that many scholars find so compelling, (a dispute between the two regarding the quarrel of brothers over a will resulted in a 252 paged publication indexing their highly technical arguments.) But they, more importantly, saw Jefferson nurture his fascination with natural law.Though Law has become something like the red-headed stepchild of Jeffersons vocations, it was an unmistakable precursor to so many of the important philosophies associated with himnote Virginia Statue For EstablishingReligious Freedoms an d the classicswithinsuch as the right to chose faith withoutcorrosion,acknowledging the right forfutureassemblies to change the law and of course the separation of church and state.An impressive librarian, a vivacious lawyer and an inspired farmer saying nothing of his impact on the vertiginous political landscape of his day- the very one he coursed for nearly a quarter of a century.The Shores Of TripoliWhen America was still finding its footing, Jefferson helmed the famous assault against the Barbary Pirates.Now theres obviously a lot to unpick politically and ethically about the origin of the conflict and its ensuing effects but this is hardly the stage to employ division. However, I think any reasoned mind would have to submit to the objectively positive institutions ushered by Jeffersons unyielding loyalty to the liberty promised to the peoples of early America-the establishment of the U.S Navy being principle among them.Linda Colleys account of what we now call The Barbary Wars estimates that between 1650 and 1830-more than a million Europeans and Americans were taken captive by the navies of the Ottoman Empire. The pirates of Tripoli soon after requested a slew of demands in an attempt to cow President Madison into perpetually offering tribute.Joined by John Adams, Thomas Jefferson sought consolation with the North African ambassador behind the conflict, in London, insisting an explanation for the havoc aggressively dismantling trade. This confusion was justified by Americas decision not to establish itself as a Christian nation-taking no part in the Crusades and even signing a treaty with Tripoli.Ill spare you the Barbary ambassadors response, except to say it made clear the necessity of war and ignited one of the finest instances of Jeffersonian Democracy A radical defiance of all forms of aristocracy and corruption a resolute devotion to the common man. The Barbary pirates threatened free trade, enforced religious beliefs with the threat of tyranny an d imprisoned American citizens-excuse the lack of imagination but the termination of this maritime feud quickly became Jeffersons great white whale.Theres some debate to be had about which term more accurately names the antecedent of Americas first true encounter with terrorism commerce or theology, but for the sake of my aim Ill favor the former.In defiance of the Barbary menace on free trade, Jefferson, with the aid of President Madison, championed a refusal to bend to temptation. This galvanized the American people. The nautical conflict aggravated both their ethics and their fiscal liberties, and bid them welcome the inevitable war. Madisons statement, lyrical and potent was as followsThe United States, while they wish for war with no nation will buy peace with noneSaying nothing about whether or not we have upheld the virtue of conviction since, Jeffersons role in embedding it into our countrys fabric should be noted.The battler, replete with flaws and questionable ambivalences , procured a legacy of passion and innovation fundamental to the American ideal. His many careers confirm liberty to be the reward of courage and a commitment to enlightenment.

Study says fathers have work flexibility with baby moms health improves

Study says fathers have work flexibility with baby moms health improvesStudy says fathers have work flexibility with baby moms health improvesGiving fathers work flexibility in the months right after childbirth reduces the risk of the mother having physical postpartum health complications, and improves her mental well-being, according to anew study by Stanford economists released by the National Bureau of Economic Research.Without dad flexibility, mothers bear the load alone.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moreOur study underscores that the fathers presence in the household shortly after childbirth can have important consequences for the new mothers physical and mental health, said Petra Persson, PhD and faculty fellow at the Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research, in a release.The dataset was based on administrative data based on leave practices in Sweden, following a refo rm that increased workplace flexibility for new fathers. Starting in 2012, both parents were allowed to use their full-time leave benefits simultaneously for up to 30 additional days for the childs first year.The results were marked. Researchers found that mothers with husbands that have flexibility from work are14% less likely to need a specialist or be admitted to a hospital for childbirth-related complications.11% less likely to need antibiotics in the first six months after giving birth.26% less likely to use anti-anxiety prescription drugs, showing that maternal postpartum mental well-being had increased.The key here is that families are granted the flexibility to decide, on a day-to-day basis, when exactly to have the dad stay home, said Persson. If, for example, the mom gets early symptoms of mastitis while breastfeeding, the dad can take one or two days off work so that the mom can rest, which may avoid complications from the infection or the need for antibiotics.Interesting ly, the study found that the average new father used only a couple days of his allotted 30, showing that a little support goes a long way.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people

The real secret to productivity how to do less with more impact

The real secret to productivity how to do less with mora impactThe real secret to productivity how to do less with more impactDuring my career, Ive had many bosses?- ?real corporate employers, co-founders, clients. What I can certainly see as a common trait between all of them?- ?they love everything about productivity. I mean its a common sense right?- ?everyone loves doing more in less time.Here is something that is not a common sense?- ?one of the easiest and most effective ways Ive used to increase my productivity is actually doing Less.One of the most effective ways to increase your productivity is actually doing lessSeems counterintuitive? You want to do more not less, right? The world is full of surprises. Here are four main reasons why doing less means completing more and how to implement the less doing in your day.4 Reasons why doing less means completing moreHere comes the Aha moment?- ?Its all about leveraging our human nature by doing a single thing at a time. Going with what we are good at, instead of going against it. Without further ado, see the four reasons why doing less means completing more1. Flow is hard to create and easy to lose when multitaskingHave you heard about flow? Lets see how Wikipedia defines itFlow, also known as the zone, is the mental state of operation in which a person performing an activity is fully immersed in a feeling of energized focus, full involvement, and enjoyment in the process of the activity.In other words, Flow is when you are so deeply involved in a single task, that you are at your best.The biggest enemy of the Flow??Doing more than a single activity a.k.a. multitasking. In your efforts to complete more than one thing at a time, you are not only failing to do so but the results you achieve in the end are below par.Multitasking?- ?subpar results and more time. Not cool.2. Your memory cannot perform correctly while switchingAfter weve addressed multitasking, let me introduce you to its closest relative. Interrup tion. Similarly to multitasking, interruption causes us to switch between tasks. Every switch between two tasks has two main negative effectsa) There is a switching cost. Your ability to complete the task you undertook in an optimal way lowers significantly when interrupted.b) It takes you about 23 minutes to regain the level of productivity (Flow) once youve been interrupted.3. The breaks between tasks help you prepare betterOne great byproduct of doing a single task at a time is that you are able to take more frequent breaks. Breaks, when voluntary, are great Here is whya) Your brain gets a bit rest and gets energy to tackle the new problemb) Breaks make sure you dont lose your overall aim. They give you the needed time to look at the bigger picture.c) Breaks help you consciously or unconsciously to prepare and create an action plan for tackling the next taskRelated articlesA real example of a resume without work experience that has impactA powerful one page resume exampleWhat sto ps us from changing careers?4. You are doing the most important thingLast but not least, when we are forced to do but a single thing we are making sure we are doing the most important thing. This doesnt need much proof. Just ask yourself?- ?if you were allowed to do just one thing today, wouldnt it be the most important one?4 Ways to implement it in your dayOK, you now know why doing less means achieving more. Lets address the elephant in the room. The How.1. Use a task management systemIf you are not using a task management system?- ?use one. Thousands of engineers are working on such system and making the software make your life easier. Here are few things to look for when selecting a task management system Being able to get an overview of your immediate tasks?- ?Kanban boards are a great visual tool. All successful task management systems have one out of the box. Dont settle for less.Work-In-Progress Limits?- ?Want to do a single thing? Make sure your task management system helps you fight distractions and allow for you to define how many tasks you will be taking at a time.2. Plan Just A Few Tasks AheadOne of the main reasons we multitask is that we are overwhelmed by the volume of the upcoming work. We start feeling a need to do more than one thing at a time. Here is a simple tip for you. Plan using milestones and break only the next milestone. This way you wont have a mile-long backlog to stress about.3. Use software to block you from distractionsIn this time of unlimited information, we have become habitual self-distractors. I mean honestly?- ?is Facebook bookmarked in your browser? Use software to help you in your quest against distractions. There are multiple plugins that will help you stay more focused on your work. Here is the one I use Stay FocusedP.S. I have no affiliation with this plugin.4. Use Blocks Dedicated To Certain Task OnlyKeep yourself and the time in control by scheduling a time block for your activities. This way your brain knows what it is supposed to be working on. Dont forget to schedule time blocks for rest too. Ready to do less and impress?I hope, by now, you are sold on doing less and being more productive. Treat multitasking, distractions, and interruptions as a disease and flow as the holy grail. Most importantly?- ?try it. Dont just read about it?- ?try it and see what results it brings you and your team.Dont just read about it?- ?Try it for yourself.If you like the article, hit the share button. For more follow me or Swip. ??

Life, Death, and Uf Msf Resume

Life, Death, and Uf Msf Resume Uf Msf Resume Secrets Tell how youre a perfect match for the job. Ive read a good deal about the region, but I truly feel it might be helpful to speak to somebody who works in the area. If youre on the lookout for a some new opportunities, its recommended to craft yourresume 2016. These kinds of resumes are most frequently employed for someone who would like to change their career path entirely or have limited experience. The schools listed below are a few of the best universities offering Masters without GRE. Rather, youre asking for guidance and advice about ways to go about your search. During the internship, you are going to visit various communities and address their health problems. Open to residents in the usa only. To facilitate this kind of approach, classes will be limited to approximately thirty students annually. This system offers indirect funding for undergraduate students to take part in research. Make certain you just apply to schools you would think about attending Personal schools will be more expensive. The Number One Question You Must Ask for Uf Msf Resume Degree seeking students could qualify for federal financial aid, and ought to complete the FAFSA for a determination. Job prospects is going to be the most appropriate for nurses who decide to work in doctors offices. If youre seeking to learn a specific skill, think about a Graduate Certificate in Family Financial Planning. Even if you understand what you need to study, it can be hard to discover the ideal graduate program in finance. Students cannot order a card till they have registered for a program. They have a variety of graduate finance degrees to choose from. Purdue Global University is part of the Purdue University System. Folks are hearing about it, and its definitely a university on the go. The Hidden Truth on Uf Msf Resume This info needs to incorporate an email address. This information is required to finish your FSU gradu ate application. Please follow the directions below. Please read these instructions carefully. Examinee copies arent considered official. You dont need to request a copy be sent to the college. If youd like to get considered for another program then youll need to reapply for the next term and pay another application fee. As you are applying after the deadline, theres a risk your name isnt going to show up in the commencement program. Personal satisfaction also plays a critical part in my career choice. Then a public health internship is a remarkable prospect. Well, Your experience should tackle every necessary qualification. Maintaining the proper balance of capable students maximizes the general learning experience. Yes, theres no difference in the degree you get whether youre taking courses online in a distance education program or youre an on-campus student. Your learning doesnt stop there. Start with the folks in your industry you know in real life, like your profess ors, mentors, and peers in your industry. Your fellow students are a detailed support system to assist you in making the the majority of your MBA experience. The Unexpected Truth About Uf Msf Resume Each has quite distinctive placement plans and is totally fluent in English. There are lots of questions of private value to take into account when selecting where you will devote the subsequent four decades. Not all competencies are required for each job and the decision of which competency is necessary for each job is based on the particular job profile and additionally the function and degree of responsibility connected with the job. You have to finish the online application procedure and upload your CV and techniques list (in case of some profession). At this time its easy for businesses to find finance employees who are US citizens. Its possible to also learn health tafelgeschirr research and wellness promotion analysis. An international small business seminar which culmin ates with an overseas trip, will give you an invaluable worldwide small business perspective. To get more information, read the policy.

Affordable Ways to Show Employee Appreciation - Spark Hire

Affordable Ways to Show Employee Appreciation - Spark HireAs a small business owner, your employees are the lifeblood of your company, and you probably feel especially connected to them. Unlike a large corporation, you know your employees on a more personal level. Therefore, you more easily recognize their efforts and achievements. Unfortunately, unlike a large corporation, you may not be capable of grand gestures acknowledging ansicht efforts and achievements. Perhaps you cant provide a sizable bonus, a gold Rolex, or a fancy lunch but you can express employee appreciation in other ways. At the end of the day, your employees dont really care how you say thank you. They just care that you say it at all. Studies show 69% of employees would work harder if they felt their bosses appreciated them. So employee appreciation comes back around to your companys prosperity and overall job performance.So, even though you may not have the funds for a showy display of gratitude, there are more a ffordable ways to display it. 1) Plants FlowersWho doesnt love a little greenery? Not only are small potted plants or colorful bouquets an aesthetic addition to the workspace, but they are the traditional displays of gratitude and celebration. A small plant or bouquet of flowers wont groe nachfrage you more than $10-$15.One of the best greenery gifts is a small potted bamboo plant. Not only do these symbolize health and good fortune, but they brde forever. With minimal tending, a bamboo plant will continue to grow and flourish for years (much like your employees dedication). Much like plants, employees thrive on good care and attention. Show them youre willing to provide that 2) Tokens Trinkets Maybe you cant afford an engraved designer watch, but you can get your employees a shiny little something Invest in some pins, charms, or keychains. They can be personalized with your companys logo, the employees name, and their achievement. Best of all, when you order in bulk, many manufac turers offer reasonable discounts. The beauty of these trinkets is that your employees can carry them everywhere they go, on their keys and in their wallet. For years to come, theyll think of your gratitude and your company when they look at that small token of employee appreciation. 3) A Simple Thank You CardNever underestimate the effectiveness of a Thank You card. These give you an opportunity to truly express your feelings about that employees hard work, and outline all of their achievements in detail. Furthermore, a card will usually never run you more than $5. To take it a step further, pair the card with a small gift card (doesnt have to be more than $10) to the employees favorite coffee shop. After all, everyone needs some caffeine to get them through the work day, so theyll be aya to appreciate it. 4) Potluck Party This is the best option if youre looking to reward and thank all of your employees at once. Potluck parties dont require any money to throw, because youre asking everyone to bring a dish (saving you money on buying food for the office). The beauty in this event is the time off you give your employees to eat, relax, and bond. Give your employees a half day, and spend the rest of the day enjoying good food and hanging out. Your employees will be grateful for the leisure day youve given them to reward their efforts, and its a great opportunity to do some team building. Get your employees to build stronger connections with one another by sharing some good food and good company. Offer to bring the main dish, and transform your office space into a smorgasbord. If the way to the heart is truly through the stomach, youll be sure to have the loyalty of your employees for a long time to come.About the AuthorEllie Batchiyska is a writer for Checkworks, an affordable online check ordering service for individuals and businesses looking to save money.