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What is the relationship web

no@spam.com (Margaret Lewis) — Sun, 17 Feb 2008 14:58:41 GMT

What is the Relationship Web?

The relationship web was born out of frustration trying to decipher where my relationship was heading and why. I had just entered my ‘middle age’ years and no-longer felt that I had the time to allow things to just happen at it’s own pace, I needed ‘something’ to assist me, to help me understand where I was within this new relationship and also where I perceived them to be, and I needed it NOW!

"Reggae - Reggae Sauce" founder inspires entrepreneurs at the UK's biggest free start-up event - ExCeL 27/28 April

no@spam.com (Junior Wilson) — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:24:52 GMT

Levi Roots, who sang his way to a £50K cash investment on Dragons' Den and launched his sell-out sauce, will be just one of the successful entrepreneurs inspiring visitors at the forthcoming Business Startup show on the 27th and 28th April 2007 at London's ExCeL.

Talking about how he wowed the Dragons and took his sauce business from a stall at the Nottinghill Carnival to supermarket shelves, Levi will join serial success story Stelios, chairman of easyGroup, Ashraf Sharif, founder of Balti Wines and Michelle Dewberry, winner of the BBC's Apprentice in 2006. Each will offer motivational advice and reveal how they overcame challenges to establish themselves in business. Lord Karan Bilimoria, founder of Cobra Beer, will be at the show on the afternoon of Friday 27th, signing copies of his new book, Bottled for Business.

Visitors to the free event will also have the chance to choose from over 100 free seminars presented by some of the UK's top commercial minds, covering topics including legal issues, marketing ideas and successful franchising.

Start-up cash will be available as part of the 'Midas Touch' feature. Using the same format as Dragons' Den, the Midas Touch sees a panel of well-known business personalities sounding out winning investment opportunities from visitors brave enough to get on stage and pitch. Anyone bursting with a business idea can apply for a slot in front of the panel at www.bstartup.com.

At the heart of the show is an exhibition of over 150 stands involving companies and support agencies offering products, advice and services for people looking to start a business or already running small businesses. Visitors will be able to seek advice on funding, gain insight on technology and software, and learn about best practice in areas like marketing and sales.

Visitors looking to establish or grow their business can take part in the event's 'Speed Networking' feature which uses the speed-dating format to give business people one-minute sessions with like-minded individuals before moving round the rest of the group.

Dedicated one-to-one support is also available in private booths where experts will be offering guidance on twelve specialist subjects including business planning, cashflow management and online marketing.

Tickets for the show, which are free to all visitors, can be booked online at www.bstartup.com or by calling free on 0800 328 0467. All in-show features are free-of charge; visitors should apply as soon as possible, using the same website or freephone number.

The seminar schedule is published on the website and in the show guide. Visitors can attend them free of charge on a first-come, first-served basis subject to venue capacity.

What is your problem?

no@spam.com (Junior Wilson) — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:13:01 GMT

Ok we all have problems, but are they are ‘problems’? The term ‘problem(s)’ is a like a cheap get out clause. Some people crumble under different levels of 'problems' but remember one thing... ‘problems ‘are to be solved! – Simple as not if or buts.

People are like best friends when they can share problems and talk about problems, we have been programmed to relate to problems.

You switch on the TV, read the paper, search the net and the best sellers, the most engaging medium is the one with showcases problems.

It's like we want to mimic what the media shows, but at the same time feel safe. People I know either have a burning desire to do something but won't because they relate to the pit falls they see in the media or have a doomed perspective on life because in a twisted way it's comfortable.

Do away with ‘problems’ and do away with it fast and anyone who talks about ‘problems’ persistently, do away with them!

Help them yes, but you can only help so far as I said previously some people in their own twisted way are comfortable and no matter what you do or say will help, in fact they will more than likely cause you ‘problems’ and weigh you down.

So what is your problem?

Ask yourself is it a problem, is it your problem and the what hell can you do about it?

In life we face a situation, in fact we face thousands of situations in a day, the difference is some we deal with naturally. Example:

I jump in my car and drive to my destination because I have overcome the 'problem' of not being able to drive. Now someone who cannot drive obviously this is a problem, but I can go deeper, just because I can drive I still face the problem of getting to my destination and getting back.

I can tell people of my trauma stuck in traffic and use powerful negative sentences like 'I was stuck in bloody traffic today, it was a flipping nightmare and this guy tried to cut in front of me and I just hate it' straight away I have set the tone, set the mood, the vibe and then the person who I would say that to would agree and then relate... very similar to the Weather syndrome, here in the UK the weather is gloomy and you can strike up a negative conversation just based on the weather.

So do away with ‘problems’ and the next time you buck upon a ‘problem’ or if there is something you feel is a problem, take a step back and ask you self... what is my problem?

FOLK DANCES FROM THE CARIBBEAN

no@spam.com (judy judy) — Sun, 30 Dec 2007 14:09:28 GMT

Would you like to try something new for the new year? Let your feet feel the rhythm and let the rhythm express the artist inside you. Caribbean Dance is fun, energetic, sensual, relaxing and often times breathtaking in it's beauty and grace. Learn a little about the following: Bellair - Trinidad Bongo - Trinidad Brukin's - Jamaica Caribbean Quadrilles - St. Lucia Dinki Mini - Jamaica And if you like it, come back for more!! Saturday January 12 4pm The Basement Dance Studio 0207 700 7722 info@jumpanddance.com www.jumpanddance.com

Its all a Matter of Perspective!

no@spam.com (Dionne Jude) — Thu, 19 Jul 2007 15:03:40 BST

Understanding that everything serves a purpose in life provides an opportunity to look at things differently.

A Challenge to Personal Challenges

no@spam.com (Dionne Jude) — Thu, 19 Jul 2007 14:56:34 BST

Personal challenges have a role to play in our life - who do you choose to be in the face of adversity?

Olympic Contracts Opportunities Awareness Conference

no@spam.com (Candice George) — Fri, 22 Jun 2007 07:54:03 BST

Event: Olympic Contract Opportunities Awareness Conference Date: 25th July 2007 Venue: New Connaught Rooms, 61-65 Great Queens Street, Covent Gardens, WC2B 5DA Time: 09.00 – 17.30 The London Business Development Agency (LBDA) previously named the Haringey Business Development Agency (HBDA) –will hold another extraordinary conference on the hot topic of Procurement Diversity, and how to successfully tender for Olympic Contracts. Small and minority owned businesses will have the opportunity to question the expert panel of people in the position of power; who make the decisions and have the answers on Olympic Procurement Opportunities. Morag Stuart: Head of Olympic Procurement for the Olympics Delivery Authority, The expert panel will be put to the test by over 250 small business owners all wanting a piece of the Olympic pie. LBDA will also launch a new Procurement Programme known as ‘BAMETRIP’ designed to help small and minority businesses build on the PDP skills development to a “fit to compete” level. This new practical support opportunity will benefit over 300 businesses across London. Dr Effiong Akpan CEO of LDBA says: “Minority business owners are fit to compete, they are ready to supply, and now want to see how diverse – the games of diversity really are, and what contracts will be accessible to these businesses”. Each of the panel members will make presentations on what their organisations are doing to encourage, support and capacity build SMEs. The day will also comprise the following workshops: â€¢ Identifying Opportunities for BME Businesses Angelina Purcell MBE of Croydon Business â€¢ Understanding and meeting the ODA Procedures – by Morag Stuart - ODA â€¢ Sources of Finance for Olympic Contracts by David Sullivan – Business Link After a day of learning, sharing, and doing business, Olympics Contracting Awareness Opportunity Conference will end on recognising businesses that have successfully completed the PDP. For More Information Contact: Candice George – ASAP Communications Limited: Tel: 0207 978 9488: Email Pressdesk@asapcomms.co.uk

The Law of Attraction... Is it all hype?

no@spam.com (Junior Wilson) — Wed, 18 Apr 2007 04:03:05 BST

There is so much going on everywhere about "Law of Attraction". Bob Proctor has made it so popular with his film – The Secret. The popularity is so huge that it was featured on several prominent TV shows – Oprah Winfrey, Larry King, Ellen Degeneres etc.

To move forward or not to move forward... that is the question.

no@spam.com (Junior Wilson) — Wed, 11 Apr 2007 06:39:16 BST

So your happy with your life, you go to work, come home everyday, maybe watch some TV, tidy the house, sort out the kids, the usual stuff, end of the month comes pay your bills, your life is comfortable. As long as nothing goes wrong, your usual routine should see you through life just fine. Banks love you because money is coming in regular, you might have a few credit cards, loans and mortgage, government love you because no matter what, you got to pay your taxes, so hey what the heck why set goals?

Simple ideas for Getting Motivated

no@spam.com (Junior Wilson) — Tue, 10 Apr 2007 10:34:16 BST

Some people believe that successful persons are made, not born. Yes, it is true that some people are born with natural talents, but there can be no true success without practice, without experience, and without - motivation. We all dream big dreams and have great ambitions. However, for many people dreams remain just that - dreams. They get caught up in the monotony of living from day-to-day, just barely existing, thinking about what ifs. For some people 1 knock back is enough to get de-motivated while for others, 10 knock back just fuels the motivation. There are many ways to get motivated and there are many ways to be demotivated, it all depends on what you are prepared to let your mind be exposed to.