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8
January

Business Start Up Idea ~ Personal Development Business Opportunity ~ Escape the Rat Race Life & Live the Dream!

Friday | Filed in: green living

The best investment is always an investment in yourself as well as in business. To be able to tie both together is a winning combination. Personal Development Home Business Opportunities are taking the world by storm. Now is the time to become enlightened! Personal Development is currently an $18billion dollar industry, what could be more perfect that being able to tap into this market whilst undergoing your own personal transformation to leadership and also helping others to do the same! Now if you are still reading then I can only assume I have caught your attention and that Personal Development Home Business looks like an appealing option for you. The key to owning a successful home business in addition to your own personal development along the way is having a great support system in place as well as superb training and leadership from which to learn in addition to this you need to be working alongside great products and a business based on integrity. You will need to tick the following boxes before going ahead: Will I have full training and support? Will I have direct coaching and mentorship guidance from someone who is already making this a success? Will I be provided with a system which can easily be duplicated so others can do the same as me to help my business grow as well as their own? What are the Founders of the company like? Is this a company based on Integrity? What is the quality of the Products and / or Events provided? You also need to be 110% sure that everything “feels” right to you. When I started looking for Personal Development Home Business Opportunities

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7
January

Green Companies

Thursday | Filed in: green living

How Investing in Green Companies Can Save the Planet As the seasons change we notice the beauty of the trees and changing colors. The reds, oranges, and purples are a beautiful sight. Most of us are fortunate to see the beauty of the changing seasons because there are trees in abundance. For those who live in cities devoid of greenery, they can appreciate the flora and fauna of the country side. Countries all around the world are in danger of becoming a desert wasteland because the trees are being cut down for buildings and other modern necessities. The problem arises when the land is left barren because new trees aren?t planted. This neglect leads to further damage to the environment. Corporations have long put their financial goals ahead of the needs of the planet. Millions of gallons of toxic waste are dumped into our oceans. It seems energy efficiency is at the bottom of the list of concerns when new buildings are erected. The planet?s resources, from oil to trees, are being used up without regard to the future of our children. Unfortunately the people who call for change are often seen as tree huggers and extremist. Corporate irresponsibility is dismissed so the cycle continues. What if there were solutions to this problem? A closer look would reveal the many initiatives around the world whose goal is to preserve the environment and make the world safer for the future generations. Many argue that it?s too costly to fix the problem and that consumerism is too deep. The problems are made worse because the loudest voices, that of advertisers and big business continue to seduce the public with bigger, better, shinier things. A few environmentally aware citizens of the earth have begun to make changes by recycling, picking up trash, buying locally, and spreading the word about the dangers our world is in. A few corporations have picked up on this trend. Whether because they really care or they are just catering to another marketing segment, they are making small changes. As the awareness increases more people are paying attention to where their dollars go and what companies they invest with. If you want your money to be put to good use, invest in a green company. Your dollars will go toward saving our planet and the return will be much more than you can imagine. One company that offers green solutions is Robinia Invest a forestry organization. To learn more visit http://robinia-invest. com.

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6
January

Make green your morning routine

Wednesday | Filed in: green living

Want to go green but not quite ready to install solar panels? Try this tomorrow, wake up ten minutes earlier and run through this eco checklist. Just for one day make “green” your morning routine. See the light – in the morning, open up your curtains and let in the natural light. It’s healthy and much more eco friendly than switching on lamps. Turn the tap off while you brush your teeth – there’s no need to have the water running while you brush. Use a cup to rinse instead of running the water. Ditch the electric toothbrush – since when did moving your arm back and forth require too much effort? Use a bucket to collect warm up shower water – while you wait for the water to warm up, you can use a bucket to collect the “grey water” from your shower and use it to water your plants and garden. Have breakfast at home – instead of getting “take away” which often involves excessive packaging, buy your breakfast foods in bulk. If you are in a hurry, grab something to go in a re-usable container. (While you’re at it why not pack something up for lunch as well?) Turn off your power points – NOW is the time to do it! Check the lights, kitchen appliances, entertainment systems, computers, microwave – everything you don’t need running while you’re at work! Eco your commute – just today, try public transport, cycle or just walk. You might find you’ll enjoy it! If you have to drive, try and arrange a car pool just for today, it will help you save on petrol and parking too! Morning coffee – bring a mug down to the caf

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31
December

Dare to Dream – 7 Steps to Living Your Dream Life

Thursday | Filed in: green living

1 – Make your dream map Einstein – a man who knew a thing or two – said imagination was more important than knowledge. ‘Logics’, he explained, ‘will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere. ‘ So your first step in making your dream come true is to sit down with a piece of paper and a pen, and let you mind drift to the life you want to be leading. Imagine how you look? How do you feel about yourself? Are you fit and healthy, and how do you keep yourself so? Are you in a relationship – and if so, what’s it like? Where are you living? Describe your home. Tell yourself about your family and friends. Now, what’s your life’s work? Describe your job and your success. Make sure you do all this in present tense, and remember- let your imagination run riot. Let there be no boundaries. You’re living the life you desire. 2 – Use the Law of Attraction Once you’ve started to visualize and really believe that your dreams can come true, it’s perfectly possible that certain desires could land in your lap sooner than you realize. This is the Law of Attraction, also known as “The Secret”. The basic premise is that peoples thoughts (both conscious and unconscious) dictate the reality of their lives, whether or not they’re aware of it. Essentially, if you really want something and truly believe it’s possible, you’ll get it, but putting a lot of attention and thought on something you don’t want means you’ll probably get that too. We’re like magnets, attracting thoughts, people, events and lifestyles to us. 3 – Take baby steps So how do we go from knowing and visualizing our dream, and letting self-doubt melt away, to actually making the dream concrete reality? Take small steps that help achieve the big idea. In essence, without losing site of your big dream give yourself mini goals. Set goals you know you can achieve. By baby stepping your way into action your brain doesn’t notice that you’re sneaking out of the zone of the familiar and into action until you’ve already begun to benefit from the momentum of change. 4 – Hold your focus Once your dream has been launched, you’ll get really excited. But goals that are continually checked and overly worried about may not flourish in a way that you wish them to. Try not to ‘over care’ and attempt to control the outcome to ‘make things happen’. Imagine what you want is like a beautiful butterfly in your hands, if you squeeze too tightly, the butterfly will be crushed; if you hold your hands too loosely the butterfly will simply fly away. The secret is to hold it gently. Cultivate ease by relaxing your body, being present in whatever you’re doing, rather than having your mind racing on to the next thing. The focus stage is all about following the Law of Attraction and this involves concentrating positively on your vision, truly inviting it and making it present. 5 – Take a leap of faith As you life becomes even more inspired every day, and you head further in the direction you want to take, there may still be moments when you need to check you’re on the right path. To make sure you step into success you have to take those last leaps of faith. When leaving our comfort zone, we recreate our lives according to what feels right and good to us. If you remain safe you’ll never know what could have happened and you may regret not trying. If fear holds you back consider the risk of living your life without taking that leap of faith. Isn’t the cost of sacrificing your dream too high? 6 – Enjoy the journey Why do you want to fulfill and live your dream? The chances are it’s because you want happiness and contentment. Don’t put this off, even when there are obstacles or challenges. Slow down; connect deeply with all life, and experience beauty and sacredness. Praying or meditating to a higher source, or simply taking a long walk in the countryside and breathing in the beauty and wonder that nature has to offer, can help you in your quest for your dreams and help you love your life. Connecting with others will also being you joy, putting the focus on giving to another person immediately has the effect of taking your mind off your own problems. Expressing gratitude is another brilliant tool to enjoy the journey. This will help you feel much happier, create a list of all the things you are happy for, and post it somewhere you can see it. Decide to make every day a wonderful day and expect it, magical things will start to happen. 7 – Note what you’ve achieved You know when kids chant “are we there yet?” five minutes after leaving home on a long car journey? This approach is best avoided when traveling towards your dream! However, every so often, it’s good to check in with your original vision and note what you’ve achieved, and what you still have to do. Take a moment to be grateful and count your blessings. Write down your yearly goals then check in with them every so often, adjusting up or down, depending on how things are going. The only real purpose of a goal is to inspire you to fall more deeply in love with life. Look deep within yourself, what is your dream right now? Whether it’s the same, or changed, make sure you journey towards it with joy and wonder. Then you’ll really have arrived! Do you desire a life of total personal and financial freedom? After 14 years in the Corporate world Liz Green escaped the rat race, became JOB free and followed her passions in personal development helping other people do the same as her creating total personal and financial freedom. If you would like to know more about Liz Green CEO & Founder of Live Your Dream Mentoring go to http://www. liveyourdreammentoring. com

Liz Green
CEO & Founder of Live Your Dream Mentoring
http://www.liveyourdreammentoring.com

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30
December

Setting Up a Pay Per View With Live Event Video Streaming

Wednesday | Filed in: green living

The internet has opened up vast new worlds for local unsigned bands that previously were reserved to the very fortunate, sometimes less talented bands that had the great fortune to be seen by a record executive an signed to a distribution and touring contract. With the popularity of the Internet many of those things have changed. Advancements in home recording have allowed unsigned bands the ability to put out professional quality recording that used to be reserved for those lucky few. Websites have allowed bands the ability to grow massive online fan bases that rival some of the biggest bands in the world. MySpace music and websites like Soundclick have really been advocates for local talent but they have all failed at one thing. Driving revenue into local concert venues. The one big plus for online bands is the massive fan base but the one big drawback to that is the fact that those fans are usually not local to the band or their touring circuit. So, this results in moderate CD sales but ends up in lack luster turn out on show night. So how do you draw your Internet fans to your show? Asking them to drive a thousand miles to see if you is one option but in all seriousness, it will rarely happen. Most fans travel less than 75 miles to see their favorite bands let alone a band they like but has no really record label backing. The best way to grab the attention of those Internet fans is to set up an online pay per view via live event video streaming . It?s really the wave of the future for pay per view events and it?s relatively cost efficient. Best of all it?s the best way to reach every possible fan that you can reach. It works easy enough. Just contact a provider and set up a time and date. They will almost always provide you with a crew equipped to handle your concert. You can go with a package that meets your needs. From one cameraman to several you?ll be able to give your fans what you want and what you can afford. You will be provided an access website so your fans can log on, make their payment and then view your show in the comfort of their computer rooms. It?s a win, win situation for your fans and for the band. It will allow them to view your concerts thus driving your internet revenue You?ll also receive payment for each pay per view buy so if your marketing is good enough, you?ll be able to cover the cost of the show and if you are really good, you?ll make a little cash. This obviously beats pay-to-pay environments you are likely to encounter in local venues. Reaching your fan base has become easier with the Internet but driving that fan base to your show will prove to be a challenge for a long time to come. Maximizing your ability to get those fans exposure to your live performances is a key to your bands future success in the music business. Take advantage of programs like live event video streaming and you?ll have a leg up on other local talent!

K. Green has media experience and has had the pleasure of helping to set up live event video streaming for several musicians and bands.

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26
December

Education via Live Satellite Webcasts

Saturday | Filed in: green living

Streaming media is basically technology that enables you to listen to music and view video in real-time over the Internet without lengthy downloads. There are many things to consider when participating in or offering an interactive course live via satellite using streaming media webcasts. Here are the main concerns: The students should have access to a classroom setting that has the proper resources to support participation in live streaming media broadcasts and distance learning in general. Communication between the students, instructor and support staff is extremely important as well. Contact information for technical support, including the broadcasting site?s technical support group, and the technical support for the remote sites, should be readily available to students as well as instructors. It cannot be stressed enough that technical support is absolutely necessary on both ends of the spectrum for live satellite webcasts to be successful. Should there be an issue with the webcast, a means to fix the issue should be readily available. Once the correct setting, for receiving the live satellite webcasts as well as the broadcasting site itself is ready, there are a few more things to consider. It is imperative that archives of the streaming media broadcasts; copies of the presentation, lecture notes, and worksheets should be available and accessible. Course broadcasts should be accessible to those people with disabilities. For example, a person who is hearing impaired would have difficulties participating in the course if the type of course delivery relied heavily on audio materials. Schools are not the only groups who choose to use live satellite webcasts for educational purposes. More and more hospitals and health education centers are also using live satellite webcasts to reach the general public. Often times parents and health officials are invited to watch a webcast regarding the latest in research and technology regarding a particular health issue. In some cases, those who participate in viewing a webcast will receive continuing education credits. The advancement of technology has made it easier for many people to either state their cause to a large audience, educate those who want to learn as well as allow those who are physically unable to leave their home a way to participate. If you take all of the above into consideration and prepare everything according to what needs to be done, live streaming media webcasts can be effective and viable alternatives for participating in or delivering many different types of courses.

Author K. green has had great success using live satellite webcasts for educational purposes.

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25
December

Live Video Webcast – a New Tool for Videographers

Friday | Filed in: green living

No longer is video purely for graduations, weddings and births – but social video messaging is for everything from strange talents to insightful product demonstrations. With the internet, live video webcasting services means you can literally shoot and stream your live video webcast virtually invite viewers from anywhere in the world to have a glimpse into the most intimate or mundane aspects of your life. While some people have taken this to the extreme, this capability has proven to be quite beneficial for professional videographers looking for better ways to attract clientele. Live video webcasts offer people quality live video webcast via satellite, transcending time and space. Services like Vator. tv or Todocast. tv, literally allow videographers to extend their exposure and market their services to anyone with an internet connection. Offering the ability to view listings by sport, event, or genre means that viewers can browse through live or archived video to get the best of video events. From concerts, sporting events or breaking news, videographers can instantly broadcast their video content within a matter of seconds, bypassing traditional media outlets and mainstream communications. Videographers can leverage multiple feeds, capturing the event from numerous angles to present the day in real time footage to online viewers. This advanced live video webcast technology not only provides an opportunity previously unavailable to videographers, but it gives viewers the flexibility to physically or virtually attend events. With the price of gas and hard economic times, travel is too costly, budgets may not cover or schedules don’t permit attendance. With the benefit of live video, videographers can offer viewers the additional viewing opportunities that live video content provides. In addition, viewers can view the event live or at a later point in time by browsing through the archives and using their login information provided by their videographer of choice. For those who wish anyone and everyone to be a privy to their event, it can also be opened up to the public. This is a huge revenue potential for events like celebrity weddings, a dream solution for publicists looking to get as much coverage for their client without compromising privacy or security. Live webcasting services provides a seamless solution for wedding event organizers, concert promoters, or event specialist to reach an entirely new audience that would otherwise be inaccessible. The quality broadcast, fast deployment and complete mobility, offers videographers the ability to leverage countless opportunities, both in exposure and convenience.

Kimberly Green is exploring the Technology of live video webcast streaming and webcasting services and all the possibilities of live webcasts.

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21
December

Insulation innovation for your green home

Monday | Filed in: green living

When it comes to the green home, ratings matter. There are a number of eco certification for home based appliances and white goods. Plus you can get your home professionally assessed for energy efficiency. Residential homes can be given a rating based on the National House Energy Rating (NatHERS) which is an index of the home’s thermal performance. It is done through a professional analysis by a qualified assessor working in conjunction with the builder of the home. NatHERS provides a baseline for assessment software to rate a home’s energy efficiency potential. Most homes in Australia currently fall below a 5 star rating, but the current tool has now been adapted to allow for a potential 10 star rating (which would be equivalent to zero conditioning energy). This system is based purely on the home’s infrastructure and does not include appliances or hot water systems. Find out more about energy ratings for your home. Good insulation is a key feature in any energy efficient home. And homeowners are keen to take advantage of Kevin Rudd’s important announcement last week, with funds for ceiling insulation becoming available from the federal government. The Federal Government will be providing eligible homes wiht free ceiling insulation worth $1600. Landlords and renters can benefit too with rental properties being included in the package. Yet with all the available insulation out there, which one should we consider? Eco Home Tip #16 – Ask about the R value – the measure for insulation materials is the R value. A high R value means better insulation potential. For example, Pink Batts offers a range ceiling insulation products that have an R value of up to 6. 0. Eco Home Tip #17 – Natural insulation – Take your insulation innovation even further and look for ceiling insulation made from sustainable materials, such as Goldenfleece wool insulation. All natural wool fibre has great insulating properties, with the CSIRO claiming, “wool insulation performs better because of it’s ability to rapidly absorb and desorb moisture from the air. ” And you’ll be helping out the rural farmers! Eco Home Tip #18 – DIY insulation – there are lots of simple insulating ideas homeowners can adapt to protect their homes against the elements. Seal draughts with door snakes or hang some thick curtains on your windows to keep out the coming cold. Insulation is the first step to a great energy efficient home that will save you money. Well designed homes that incorporate insulation, thermal mass design and sustainable energy alternatives, such as solar panels, can save some homeowners up to 50% on their annual energy consumption. Plus you get to enjoy the comfort of having a pleasant living environment year round. You can find more great eco home ideas on the Green Pages.

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18
December

Going Green and Giving Up All Those Chemicals

Friday | Filed in: green living

GOING GREEN and GIVING UP ALL THOSE CHEMICALS the great living site – is for natural product for the home – for the kids – for the family – for gifts . . for anything and everything in your life . . Five advantages of going Certified Organic: 1. Beneficial to the Soil – Organic systems use a modern yet scientific knowledge of ecology and soil science, while using traditional techniques of crop rotations to provide fertility, weed as well as pest control. 2. Beneficial to the Environment – Organic systems try to lessen usage of non-renewable resources. Organic production tries all the while to provide sustenance and supports the optimum handling of the environment and wildlife as a precedence. 3. Beneficial to People – Organic products have been proven to possess more vitamins, nutrients and cancer-combating antioxidants as compared to non-organic products. 4. Absence of artificial Chemicals – Organic products ban using the synthetic chemicals, pesticides and fertilizers. 5. Absence of GMOs – Certified Organic products do not GMOs (genetically modified organisms), as they are banned as per standards laid down for organic food and farming. You can buy something that claims organic or natural but if there is no certified organic label they can use genetically modified components. the great living site – is for natural product for the home – for the kids – for the family – for gifts . . for anything and everything in your life . . Five advantages of going Certified Organic: 1. Beneficial to the Soil – Organic systems use a modern yet scientific knowledge of ecology and soil science, while using traditional techniques of crop rotations to provide fertility, weed as well as pest control. 2. Beneficial to the Environment – Organic systems try to lessen usage of non-renewable resources. Organic production tries all the while to provide sustenance and supports the optimum handling of the environment and wildlife as a precedence. 3. Beneficial to People – Organic products have been proven to possess more vitamins, nutrients and cancer-combating antioxidants as compared to non-organic products. 4. Absence of artificial Chemicals – Organic products ban using the synthetic chemicals, pesticides and fertilizers. 5. Absence of GMOs – Certified Organic products do not GMOs (genetically modified organisms), as they are banned as per standards laid down for organic food and farming. You can buy something that claims organic or natural but if there is no certified organic label they can use genetically modified components.

GOING GREEN and GIVING UP ALL THOSE CHEMICALS


the great living site – is for natural product for the home – for the kids – for the family – for gifts .. for anything and everything in your life ..


Five advantages of going Certified Organic:

1. Beneficial to the Soil – Organic systems use a modern yet scientific knowledge of ecology and soil science, while using traditional techniques of crop rotations to provide fertility, weed as well as pest control.

2. Beneficial to the Environment – Organic systems try to lessen usage of non-renewable resources. Organic production tries all the while to provide sustenance and supports the optimum handling of the environment and wildlife as a precedence.

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17
December

Get an organic garden for your green home

Thursday | Filed in: green living

An organic garden brings a vibrant and colourful touch to any eco home. But instead of just the run of the mill vegie patch out the back, having a garden professionally conceived by a landscape architect can add a unique aspect that highlights your own green passion. “Landscape architecture is a combination of science and art,” says landscape architect Steve Batley from Sydney Organic Gardens. To Batley, the process of designing a sustainable garden for an eco home involves a world of creativity while employing good practical design that works with nature. A well designed garden is a living ecosystem that encourages animals and people to interact with nature. Children love connecting with the earth and gardening is a great way to teach them to cherish the environment. Here are some handy tips to consider for your own organic garden: Eco Home Tip #12 – Save water – Use water wise plants that are native to the area. Water tanks are also great water saving devices. Eco Home Tip # 13 – Organic smorgasbord – Mix in your vegies with native plants. Including edibles with native plants is “good for pest management,” says Batley. Eco Home Tip #14 – Passive solar for the greens – consider passive solar principles in your garden. Make the most of sunnier areas for plants, while shady spots are great for benches and relaxing. Eco Home Tip #15 – Farmer knows best – Farmers periodically rotate their crops to maximise the use of the soil. You can do the same in your vegie patch, try rotating your vegies through different parts of the garden to make the most of the nutrients in the soil. With the right planning and care, your garden can be the perfect organic haven for both you and native wildlife. Find more great organic gardening tips in the Green Pages <a onClick=”javascript:pageTracker. _trackPageview(’/outgoing/article_exit_link’);” href=”http://www. thegreenpages. com. au”>green</a> directory.

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