You don’t realize how great shopping is in Glasgow until you spend a day wandering its streets, if you’ve come from anywhere outside of London you’ll love what Glasgow has to offer, more shops than anywhere else and a lot of good street clothes. blinds good 3 but still good.

I have decided to make a list of my top 11 stores, the ones I would visit when shopping, mention my competition. I hear you say, yes I do, the more people realize that Glasgow is the number 1 shopping destination, the better.

1. TK Maxx on Sauchiehall St (top end) is where you’ll find bargains if you’re lucky, if not you won’t find anything of interest, bought a great pair of Brown Leather Air Max for £25 18 months ago, only now starting to fall apart, but the most comfortable shoes of all. I also got a great case for when I’m on the go, a neat little thing at a very low price.

2. Next up on Bath Street is the urban legend that is Fat Buddha, Vinyl Toys, Graffiti Supplies, Lifestyle and Clothing from brands like Carhartt, The Hundreds, Kikstyo, Recon, Penfield, Zoo York, Volcom, Nike, Dc’s, Reebok . Voted best shop in Glasgow by an independent panel of my family, but well worth a visit, just to see Maisie the shop dog.

3. Goodlife is across the road from Fat Buddha and super expensive, but it is after all Glasgow’s only high-end streetwear boutique, selling Original Fake & Alife, a good mix of brands in a Such a small place, but the store has a following, coming from afar for its mix of brands.

I’m not sure of the exact story, but it looks like Goodlife has closed its doors.

4 On Buchanan Street you’ll find this corporate whore that is Urban Outfitters, on sale time there are great deals, a real mix of brands here, and some of the housewares you can’t smell, well worth a visit.

If you are American or have visited one of these stores in America, you will be surprised at how poor the British version is compared to the American one, a different mix of brands, terrible staff and no atmosphere.

5. Further down Buchanan Street you will find Hugo Boss, I love this store, have still liked to visit it for years, great design and some good products, wonderful suits and boy do they fit me as they should. Glasgow’s first real designer name on Buchanan St, go check it out.

I almost got the manager job here many many moons ago but didn’t, still a lovely shop.

6. Just around the corner you’ll find Aspect, this guys store, Stussy’s only place, and good for Adidas, Carhartt, North Face & Camper, Y3, Evisu and the like. Great store, looked great at the time so well worth a visit.

7. You want trainers, where else to go but Size on Union Street, great store with a good range of clothes, best shoe store in Glasgow, unless shoes are rare, then staff are the first to shout them out This is the place for shoes, the 2 Chris’s always have a smile for you.

8. Always a fan of department stores, and House of Frasers always hits the spot, the cookware department is great, menswear has now moved to the first floor and a ton of money was spent on it, now its the BEST menswear area in glasgow by a mile, the paul smith section is lovely and again the paul smith section is lovely, great wallets and saving up for the scarf right now. Frasers is worth an hour or so of your time, it’s right on Argyle St.

9. Footlocker, right on Argyle St is where your Jordan cravings will be satisfied, a good selection of Nikes especially Air Stabs, a good variety of clothing and a separate women’s floor make this a must see destination. Footlocker is always a must visit place for sneaker lovers.

10. Focus is on Argyle St and Glasgow’s only Nike SB retailer, other brands include Diamond, Supra, Krew, Cliche. Skateboards are Focus’s forte and they serve the Glasgow market well, they now have a good reputation and visit only for an Obey t-shirt. Good staff and a friendly atmosphere make this a worthy addition to my list.

11. Lastly, you will walk around the corner from Focus and find Cruise on Ingram St, a legend in Glasgow still doing what he does best – bringing brands to the masses, CP Company, Stone Island, Y3, BBC make a visit essential. Lovely Shopfit too, grab a Paul Smith wallet while you’re there.

That wraps up Glasgow for shopping top 11 stores, there are hundreds more that are not listed, you have St Enoch Shopping Ctr, Buchanan Galleries Shopping Ctr in the city, go further and you will get to Braehead Shopping Ctr and Silverburn Shopping CONNECTICUT.

The more you leave Glasgow, the more you appreciate it, so come eat, shop and party.

Updated April 2010

Many people don’t understand the depth of loss that occurs when a pet dies. Because support may not come naturally to you, you may want to consider more proactive approaches to taking care of yourself. While we think of emotions first when it comes to grief, a more holistic approach can be helpful. Whether your pet has recently died or it’s been a while, try to take care of yourself emotionally, physically, mentally, and spiritually. You took loving care of your pet. Now honor your pet by taking care of yourself.

emotionally

• allow yourself to cry Tears can help take away pain and pave the way for healing.
• Take time for yourself, whether it’s a “mental health” or grieving day away from work or quiet time from your routine at home.
• Share your news and sorrows with caring people. Calls or emails about your loss help others learn about this important event and can naturally be supportive. Know that not everyone will understand your complaint about your beloved animal companion, but those who do will make it worth sharing.
• Call a pet bereavement counselor or join a pet loss support group. You can do this online at petloss.net or aplb.org. They both have excellent information to help with healing.
• Listen to special music, take a bubble bath or enjoy a special meal.
• Write, paint, dance, weave or work with wood: any creative and constructive activity that can help you cope or bring some joy back into your life.

Mentally

• Increase your understanding of pet loss by going online to the websites listed above or going to a local bookstore for pet loss support.
• Read poems and writings about pet loss to help you know that grievance is universal.
• Use the resources on the website to gain a sense of understanding and community.
• Use affirmations to reframe any guilt you may have regarding the loss.
• Plan changes to your old routine so you don’t always remember your loss.

Physically

• While a small treat can be a coping mechanism, try to make healthy choices and don’t overdo it.
• Try to get enough sleep, although your sleep may be interrupted for a while after the loss.
• While it’s okay to take time to bury your sorrows in bed, exercise can help you feel better.
• Be careful not to mask the pain with alcohol or drugs. This can delay or derail the grieving process. If you find yourself engaging in excessive substance use, you may need professional help.

spiritually

• Regardless of your beliefs, tap into a source of comfort in a way that aids your healing, whether it be religious writings, philosophical readings, or communing with nature.
• Attend worship services or spiritual gatherings that speak to you.

It is important to take care of yourself during this difficult time of loss. Use whatever method works for you and remember that it takes time to heal.

A quick preamble:

Yes, “I was there, I did that” too…in fact, nothing and no one born, created or raised on this planet, since the beginning of time, has prevented the very natural and absolute constant that we know as “Adversity”. .. the very stuff of life that, on regular occasions, throughout your life, will challenge you physically, mentally and spiritually…

… and very often all three areas at once, what will ‘make’ you or ‘break’ you… and If you accept the inevitability of adversity in your life and the choice it ultimately forces you to make, then surely you would only choose it to ‘make’ you… right…?

This well-known phrase, which was often quite annoying to me as a much younger and impatient person, I finally discovered to be the perfect definition of our old friend (enemy to some) “Adversity”:

“What doesn’t kill you will only make you stronger”

Come to the point:

The fuller definition written in the dictionary, expressed as a “noun”, is more like this:

“an adverse or unfavorable fortune or fate; a condition marked by misfortune, calamity, or distress…”

Prayed… “an adverse or unfortunate event or circumstance…”

Typical examples might be: a tragic death in the family or a friend, your divorce, a car accident, a serious or even minor illness, suffering from a physical or mental disability, losing your job, failing an exam, overcooking (burning) the family meal, cooking the family meal poorly, getting a paper cut, getting a sunburned nose (happens to me often), hearing the constant barking of a neighbor’s dog, etc. etc. etc… !

All the adversities, all your challenges, big or small, health threatening or not, contribute to the type of character you eventually become, and if you want to be the truly happy and successful type, here they are. some tricks to learn, to make sure that your moments of adversity “It will only make you stronger”…

The 5 of the following tips, when used together (as I do), are a powerful way to deal with adversity to ensure you stay on your chosen path and achieve your goals for success…

– There is an end to every adversity…

Whether it’s a minor silliness, a slightly awkward situation or a harrowing and unforgettable moment of your life… all moments of adversity, all challenges of life come to an end… there is nothing you can’t overcome with time , perseverance and positivism.

Although you never forget it, you can get over it and learn from it…adversities are your teachers on the way to bigger and better things, as you move towards your life’s desires.

– Follow your instinct…

Stop listening to others and start listening to your inner self…always trust your gut…you’ll be amazed how often that intuitive, yet persistent “inner voice” is on the money. it is a very effective weapon to fight against the wrong decisions for you and your chosen path ahead.

Other “opinions” in your time of adversity, while possibly well-meaning, don’t always mesh with how YOU feel you should handle the situation.

– Your goals, not your prisons…

The word “jail” is actually a very old, now mostly unused, ‘Middle English’ word meaning prison…!

So what I’m saying here is pretty simple…focus on your planned goals, not the hard times you’re going through. that’s like choosing to stay in your dirty little prison cell even though the door is open and your exit is clear…!

Focus hard on the good that is left…trust me when I say, based on my own experiences, there is always something good to come out of ANY adversity and staying in the prison of that hard moment of adversity and living in the negative will NOT help you.

– Laugh whenever and wherever…

Time is a great healer, but laughter is more often than not, the BEST medicine for emotional pain trauma.

Find a reason to laugh (or at least smile) at something, at least once a day… there’s always something to read in a magazine or something to watch: on TV or live somewhere and in our technological age modern there are also many things you can do. take a look at the net.

YouTube is a wonderful source for movies and short comedy skits, but there are a million other places you can go to read or watch something that will lighten your mood and keep you in that all-important positive mindset.

From a personal point of view, any good old-fashioned slapstick has me rolling on the floor in tears in no time, and I especially find something by Laurel & Hardy or Charlie Chaplain particularly amusing…

One final anecdote:

You are never alone when you face life’s adversities…everyone, and I mean everyone, has to deal with them throughout life, but you don’t have to let any of them put you off. on your knees and follow you there.

You can go through and overcome any adversity if you understand that it is just another moment in time and another of life’s “trials”…learn to laugh, learn to cope, learn from life’s hard lessons and you will ultimately become more strong and remain the success you always dreamed you would be.

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Here is an excellent poem on the subject of LE Thayer called “For every hill I’ve had to climb” – perfect…

For every hill I’ve had to climb

For every stone that hurt my feet,

For all the blood, sweat and grime,

For blinding storms and scorching heat

My heart sings but a grateful song-

These were the things that made me strong!

For all the heartaches and tears,

For all the heartache and pain,

Through gloomy days and fruitless years,

And for the hopes that lived in vain,

I give thanks, for now I know

These were the things that helped me grow!

It’s not the smoothest things in life

that stimulates the will of man to live;

But grim adversity and strife

Do your best to keep the will of man alive.

On paths strewn with roses the weaklings crawl,

But brave hearts dare to climb the steep.

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Zigmunt Kelevitz (Ziggy) is a well-known character in the spa town of Daylesford Victoria. Many people know him as the owner and proprietor of Albert on Camp and The Mills Daylesford, but there is much more to the story.

Ziggy was born in Budapest, Hungary in 1954. His parents immigrated to Australia when he was just 2 years old, almost by chance. They originally intended to go to America, to escape the problems of Eastern Europe, but the ship to Australia went first and that was the decision. The family first stayed in Townsville, Queensland, then made their way to Victoria, settling in Geelong.

At the age of 9, he discovered wrestling. It was in this sport that he was destined to excel. He has been Australia’s most successful wrestler to date. Over the years training with the Australian National Team, he has won the national title 17 times! His training took him all over the world, he competed and trained all over America, Europe and Asia. He wrestled at the Olympics in Montreal in 1976, Moscow in 1980 and Los Angeles in 1984, where he placed fifth.

It was at the Commonwealth Games that Ziggy had his greatest successes. With silver medals in both Brisbane and Edinburgh and winning the gold medal at the Edmonton Games in 1978. To date no other Australian wrestler has won a medal at the Commonwealth Games.

His life outside of sports has also been full of success. He is the father of 3 children and has trained in carpet laying. As a businessman, Ziggy has spent much of his time in the Victorian spa region, operating a Trentham thrift dealership, The Daylesford Bazaar antique shop, contract cleaning at Hepburn Springs Spa Complex and currently running two businesses. successful hospitality Albert on Camp is a guest house that Ziggy has restored from the original Albert Hotel, which was destroyed by fire. The property retains much of its original character as Ziggy has faithfully decorated the guest house to bring it back to its former style. The Mills Daylesford is his other property next door to Albert, a series of self-contained studio apartments, with spas and modern fixtures.

Although he is well known in the town of Daylesford, it is mainly due to his winning personality and his always friendly and positive attitude, often when you meet him it is hard to believe that he has achieved so much and has retained his humility and good humour. . Ziggy is a true champion in all walks of life.

Sometimes dogs seem to tremble and shake all over, which worries their owners. Here are some reasons why your dog may be shaking.

• Dogs get cold and shiver just like us, especially those with very short hair. That’s why you see so many chihuahuas in sweaters, and why the puppies seem to be shaking all the time.

• A dog that trembles can also be a dog that feels pain. If your dog seems hesitant before performing a normal activity, he could indicate that he is in pain. A sore back or an upset stomach can make a dog shake.

• A fearful dog is an unstable dog. If your pet is scared or nervous, she may shake and run to hide. There are many dogs that are naturally anxious and tremble frequently.

• Shaking and shaking that won’t stop may indicate something more serious than a stomach ache. Diabetes and kidney disease, among other serious medical conditions, can cause tremors in a dog’s paws. Tremor along with weakness could mean damage or disease to the brain or spine. Poisoning can also cause tremors, which are usually followed by seizures.

Now that you know some of the common causes of shaking and shaking in your dog, you may be wondering how to distinguish one from the other.

• If you are cold and your dog is shivering, he is probably cold. They feel the chill in the air just as much as we do, which is why you may want to pick up a dog sweater. They come in various sizes, are inexpensive, and keep your pet more comfortable. You can also help by letting your dog into the house when it’s cold, or at least providing a warm place for him to go. A bed that is sheltered from the wind and cold ground is ideal, and providing a few blankets or an old comforter will give it something to hide under.

• We all know our dogs well, so you probably already know if you have a dog prone to nervousness and anxiety. A dog that is nervous will shiver when he feels threatened or frightened, but will not show any other signs of trouble. Dogs can have an anxiety disorder just like people, and there are treatments and medications available for them too. There is no reason for your dog to be nervous all the time.

• Dogs are great at pretending everything is okay, even when they’re in pain. It’s up to you, as the owner, to spot the subtle signs that your dog may be suffering. In addition to shaking, your dog may seem reluctant to move and refuse to jump or climb stairs. Obviously, limping and moving stiffly are indicative of pain, and a dog that normally knocks you down for his dinner and doesn’t come to eat is probably in pain. Take it to the vet, who can offer different types of medications and treatments so your pet doesn’t get hurt.

• When the tremor is due to something more serious, there are often other signs of an underlying problem. Vomiting and depression are often noted in dogs with kidney or brain disease and diabetes. These conditions can also cause your dog to drink excessive amounts of water.

If you notice any of these last signs and symptoms in your dog, in addition to tremors, take him to the vet. These diseases respond better to treatment when detected early.

Also, if you’re worried or the tremors don’t seem to have a cause (or just won’t stop), take him to the vet just in case. Better to get a clean bill of health than possibly miss out on something serious.

The next article in this series will discuss coughing in dogs and the common causes of it.

Hopefully, the article will help you learn how to spot potential serious conditions in your pet before they get out of hand.

Most of us think of our dogs as loved ones, and anything we can do to prevent them from getting sick or injured is well worth reading more about. Noticing a problem and getting your dog to a vet in time to stop a serious problem is priceless.

According to Wikipedia”A phobia is a type of anxiety disorder, generally defined as a persistent fear of an object or situation in which the sufferer agrees to avoid it, usually disproportionate to the actual danger posed, often recognized as irrational.“.

There are a number of common phobias such as closed places, heights, driving, flying, insects, snakes, and needles. That said, there is a long list of phobias that show us that we can be afraid of almost anything. Phobias often develop in childhood, but they can also develop later in life.

Generally, people with phobias realize that the phobia is irrational, but they can’t control that feeling of fear. Just thinking about the feared object or situation can make a person feel anxious, have a racing heart, feel dizzy, uncomfortable, feel like crying, or pass out. When exposed to the stimulus that causes the phobia, people feel overwhelmed and have a sense of terror.

The feeling is so terrible that one can go to great lengths to avoid it, often by inconveniencing oneself or changing one’s lifestyle. Craig, who suffered from claustrophobia, for example, did not want to travel by plane and could not visit his daughter who lived in England. He hadn’t seen her in several years and now she was getting married. Her phobia was so strong that he couldn’t bring himself to book a ticket to see her. “I used to be able to fly. My wife had to stand outside the bathroom door on the plane as I felt so anxious in this tight space that I couldn’t close the door. This feeling of not wanting to fly got worse and worse and I decided not fly anymore. I realized I had to do something about it when my daughter wanted to get married. I decided that this phobia would not ruin my daughter’s wedding day.”

Understanding the phobia is the first step to overcoming it and getting help.

There is a difference between being afraid in a situation that is dangerous and being afraid without actually being in danger. Fear is a normal response that can protect us or hinder us in life. If we find ourselves in a dangerous situation, it fulfills a protective function, activating the automatic “fight or flight” response. With our bodies and minds alert and ready for action, we can respond quickly, with a narrower focus, and we have a chance to protect ourselves.

However, in the case of phobias, the threat is greatly exaggerated or even non-existent. For example, it’s natural to be afraid of a large, aggressive-looking dog in front of you, but it’s not as rational to be afraid of a friendly poodle on a leash, as you might be if you have a phobia of dogs. .

There are different signs to look out for when determining if you have a phobia:

Physical signs and symptoms

• labored breathing
• fast heart
• Chest pain or tightness
• Shaking or trembling
• Sweating or feeling cold
• Tingling sensation
• feeling dizzy

Emotional signs and symptoms

• Feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or panicked
• I need to escape
• Know that the feeling is not logical
• Feeling like you’re dying
• Feeling out of control and powerless
• Feeling “unreal” or separate from oneself

It is important to know that phobias are common and that many people suffer from different phobias. Having a phobia doesn’t mean you have to live with it for the rest of your life! It is good to know that phobias are highly treatable and often clients only need to attend three or four sessions to overcome the phobia.

Lynn, who had a phobia of holes (trypophobia), explained that she had had a phobia of insects as a child and developed this “new” phobia in recent years. She couldn’t look at honeycombs, dried flowers with holes, anthills, or any other object that has holes. Often, she couldn’t go out in nature or even get on Facebook because she was afraid of encountering an “unpleasant-looking object.” “I thought I would never get over my phobias. It seemed too hard. My heart started racing, I felt weak and just wanted to run away when I saw something with holes in it. I felt embarrassed and weakened by my reactions because others couldn’t understand that.”

Lynn and Craig decided to try hypnotherapy. After explaining their feelings and reactions in detail, they were hypnotized and shown that they could overcome their fears in a gentle way. Hypnotherapy, along with slow desensitization techniques, helped them quickly and effectively overcome their fears. They each only needed four sessions and were “phobic free.”

“I was able to fly and see my daughter in the UK. It was amazing to be able to use the toilet on the plane on my own. My wife didn’t have to stand in front of the door once. When we were abroad we even did an overnight flight in ship where we had to sleep in a small room on the ship. I handled everything perfectly fine. I can’t believe I lived with this phobia for so long and never did anything about it,” Craig said. in one of his follow-up sessions.

Lynn is delighted that she is not afraid to go out in nature or visit other people, as she no longer has to fear encountering unpleasant objects. “I feel free, I am in control in any situation and I don’t have to worry about going out or surfing the net. I learned that you can overcome anxiety or fear, no matter how out of control you feel.”

Remember, it is quite easy to treat phobias. There are a number of different therapies you can choose from, so don’t let your phobia rule your life! Take the first step and join many of my clients who now lead a happy, controlled and calm life.

Family life with a Maltese

Maltese are good family dogs for families with older children. This dog is a cuddly little companion and loves attention. They are known to have a lot of energy and are very playful. The Maltese prefers confined spaces and does well in small yards and even in apartments or townhouses.

Due to its small size, the Maltese is physically very fragile. This is why the breed is not recommended for young children. Accidentally stepping on the dog or sitting on your Maltese puppy can cause broken bones and other serious injuries.

A Maltese puppy requires a lot of socialization as a puppy to become comfortable in a variety of social situations. This breed may bark and bite at small children, because the dog does not understand quick movements, noises, or indirect rough play by children (such as pulling on the ears and tail).

When not properly socialized into the family’s daily routine, the Maltese can become anxious when left alone. Separation anxiety causes the dog to display many destructive behaviors when the family is away from home.

This breed is often taken to shelters or abandoned by owners who cannot tolerate its barking, irritability with small children, or separation anxiety issues.

Before you make your family a Maltese, make sure your family can tolerate Maltese behavior for both good and bad personality quirks. It is unfair to the dog and children to break hearts when the dog is not the right fit for their family.

These dogs are known to be hypoallergenic and may be more palatable to people who are normally allergic to animals. This breed requires daily care of its coat and coat.

It’s a great opportunity for children to take on age-appropriate tasks of responsibility. These dogs also have tear-stained hair around their eyes on a daily basis and need daily eye cleaning. Caring for and grooming your Maltese puppy helps promote the bond between your family and your dog.

history of the maltese breed

The Maltese dog is believed to have originated in the central Mediterranean area, on the island of Malta, where the dog was a companion to noble women.

The Maltese was specially bred to achieve its diminutive size. In the 17th and 18th centuries, the breed was made even smaller so that the dogs were about the size of a squirrel. The breed traveled with nomadic tribes throughout Europe and the Middle East, where the dog protected people from rodents.

In 1888, the purebred Maltese was recognized by the American Kennel Club. This little dog has a classic “halo” effect around the eyes, which means the dark eyes are surrounded by darker skin pigmentation. The Maltese puppy’s nose can turn pink or brown in winter, “winter nose”, and darken in summer as a result of sun exposure.

In recent years, the Maltese has been crossed with Poodles, Pugs, and Shih Tzus to achieve more desirable and social traits, such as being smaller, friendlier, and shedding as little as possible.

maltese health

Although most Maltese are healthy, the breed is susceptible to some specific health problems. Some health problems that can affect the Maltese breed are:

luxating patella – Or slipping of the patella, causing pain when walking. Treated with surgery.

liver bypass– When blood circulates abnormally and bypasses the liver, which is important to detoxify and cleanse the blood. It can be treated with diet, medication, and surgery. This condition can also cause the dog to become anemic, if treatment and diagnosis are delayed.

eye infections due to improper cleaning or infrequent cleaning.

Some people have chosen to monitor their dog’s health with the FitBark, a wearable, discreet device that attaches to a dog’s collar and constantly monitors your dog’s activity, sleep, and nutrition, and is breed-specific. FitBark easily pairs with your Fitbit, Apple Watch, HealthKit, or Google Fit device to track progress. Researchers and veterinarians have developed a unique algorithm to provide you with real-time quantitative data on your dog’s health. Great for finding out how your dog is really feeling and facilitating communication during follow-up vet appointments.

Developing a strong relationship with a trusted vet is important to maximizing the health of your Maltese puppy.

1) Tell me and I’ll forget
show me and maybe i’ll remember,
Involve me and I will understand.

Chinese proverb.

Why is this important?

It’s important because Web2.0 has redefined sales for many companies. Selling really is a people business – you need to connect with people on a much deeper level to sell very successfully. People need to understand why your product is right for them so they can exchange their hard-earned money for your product or service. The problem is that money is tight and it is a finite thing for most people. People can spend all their money on a huge list of needs and wants; In fact, the evidence from our current economy shows that people are willing to spend more than they have on the things they want. Other than that, as a seller, you need to engage people in your product or service before they exchange money so they UNDERSTAND what it will do for them. They understand. They make the decision. All you’ve done is offer them a way to experience it. Only then will you be promoted to their A-List for priority purchases.

two) Surround yourself with skeptics, not true believers who will tell you what you want to hear. Demand that your guardians also tell the truth and back off whenever they see an error in judgment on your part.
David F. D’Alessandro.

Why is this important?

It is vital to the success of your company. Hearing what you want to hear takes you down only one path. It leads to the fall of empires and is, at least in part, responsible for the vast removal of capital from our most recent economy. People only wanted to hear about the good stuff, even when the risks may have been conspicuously absent. Skeptics question everything. They force you to have the answers to difficult questions and never let you ignore things that are best left unsaid. Through this open approach, greater integrity is born. All of this presupposes your willingness to listen to him as well. You should avoid being endorsed or creating a hostile environment for questions by being open, honest, and fair. These attributes will bring success.

3) It’s not what you pay a man but what he costs you that counts.
Will Rogers.

Why is this important?

I found this particularly interesting because there are so many employees who don’t recognize that they work where they do by choice, trade their time for money, and are working to create value in some way. If they don’t understand these principles, then as a business owner, you have failed as an employer. While employees sit on the cost side of the ledger, they really are an investment meant to earn a return on investment. You need to sit down with your employees and together define how they will give you a return on investment above their cost, hopefully by 2X, 5X or even 10X their salary.

4) No person can be a great leader unless they genuinely enjoy the successes of those under them.
Anonymous.

Why is this important?
If you’re too busy deciding who gets credit for something and who’s going to fall in love with something, you’re not even a good leader: you’re acting like a 4-year-old. There is enough evidence in the world that more is achieved by a team working together than by the sum of all the individuals working separately. A great leader surrounds himself with the best people available, gives them authority, autonomy and allows the best to reach the top on their own merits. As a business owner, if he can hire people he honestly believes he could work for one day, let it happen! Thus the tide rises to all ships.

5) I praise loudly and blame quietly.
Catherine the Great

Why is this important?

People know when they screw up something, and self-reprimand is usually more than enough. Also, guilt doesn’t change what happened. Praise goes so far: it goes beyond money, beyond limits and beyond the fence. I have seen people with very high incomes leave their jobs because why? They didn’t even get a ‘thank you’. Money doesn’t matter as much as praise. As a business owner, don’t use this as an excuse to pay people less because you have to treat people fairly…but praise will keep great people working for you longer than you think.

6) The work expands to fill the time available for its completion.
C. Northcote Parkinson.

Why is this important?

The importance can be seen by looking along the lines of ‘if you want something done, give it to a busy person’. Work is really a four letter word, isn’t it? You can waste a lot of time trying to get something absolutely perfect. George Patton said something like ‘it’s a much better plan executed violently today than executed perfectly tomorrow, tomorrow never comes’. The Pareto Principle also comes to mind in the sense that 80% of the work is produced in the final 20% of perfection. Now, before you criticize this as sloppy workmanship and low quality standards, look at the general principles and do what Nike does very well: just do it. Then go ahead. It’s about results versus activity.

7) Twenty percent of your products will generate eighty percent of your income.
Twenty percent of your income will require eighty percent of your resources.
Vilfredo Pareto.

Why is this important?

The Pareto Principle is so important that I can’t believe people haven’t heard of it. It translates into all aspects of your business. 20% of your customers will generate 80% of your profits. Don’t mix benefits with income. The other 20% of your clients will cost you 80% of your time. Time is finite and your greatest asset. DO NOT WASTE YOUR TIME. Treat your time like it’s the only thing you have. Use your time working with the 20% of the people who generate 80% of your profits, this will allow you to stay in business.

8) Cut your losses and let your profits run.
Anonymous.

Why is this important?

This is another blockbuster in my books. In your business, you need to be testing ideas all the time. Thomas Edison is supposed to have ‘invented 998 ways NOT to make a light bulb’. I firmly believe in the idea that the only shame of falling is not getting up again. Try new ideas. Work on your strengths, hire for your weaknesses, and do what you do best. Then test and compare. Whatever idea produces the best result, go for it. Then try again. Whatever idea produces the best result, go for it. This will create an evolution in your business that will find trends without you having to see them.

9) If you can manage a business well
you can handle any business well.
Richard Branson.

Why is this important?

For a couple of reasons: Richard Branson has built empires and branched out in all sorts of ways, so he’s living proof. He also tells me that there are overriding principles of success that transcend the details of a discipline or education. People can be educated in yin-yang, but I’ve met some MBAs who can’t do much of what I can without one. As a business person, when it comes time to hire someone, keep this in mind; you will be able to discover what a person has achieved and know that they will be able to achieve it again with your company.

10) It’s not how much you earn that counts,
But how much money do you have?
Robert Kiyosaki

Why is this important?

It is the difference between revenue (how much you earn) and margin (what you keep). It applies to every business and every person I can think of. You can earn $1,000,000.00 annually, but if you spend $1,100,000.00 to make your million, then your million is not worth much or sustainable. What counts is how much to keep. As a business owner, you need to manage your costs, understand your metrics, and try to keep as much as you can. Things like average transaction size, purchase frequency, lifetime of your customer, revenue from first purchase, lifetime customer earnings, and customer acquisition costs are critical to understanding your business. That is why I focus on this for the first segment of my consulting practice.

I’m also a big fan of under-promises and over-production, so here’s my free bonus.:

eleven) Never confuse activity with achievement.
john wood

Why is this important?

It is especially important when you have employees in your own building. People are busy coming and going, going from one place to another, going to meetings, with folders under their arms. Don’t confuse this with getting results. Part of the beauty of having contract workers off-site is that all you see is your achievement: delivered according to the contract. However, with employees who are in your office space, it’s important to make sure you assess their accomplishments and results in addition to how busy they seem to be.

Edgar Byran Davis – Philanthropist

From “Texans Always Move ‘Em: A Texas True Story”

When Texas savage hunter Edgar Byram Davis struck oil near Luling, Texas, everyone benefited. After profiting from his discovery, he used his funds to improve Texas. Davis celebrated by hosting a huge free barbecue. He invited friends, employees and associates in Luling, Texas. He shared his profits by contributing to charities, bought golf courses for Luling, improved hospitals, and supported the arts. His patronage included support for the Broadway play “The Ladder” for two years and the controversial figure Edgar Cayce. Davis personally paid for the tickets for the play due to his belief in reincarnation that the play emphasized and that it was written by a friend of his.

texas impressionism

Edgar B. Davis also funds the Texas Wildflower Competitive Art Shows. The $5,000 prize money awarded in the competition was the richest art prize offered in the United States. Prizes were awarded at national and state competitions. Davis was fond of Texas wildflowers and was possibly inspired by Texas artist Julian Onderdonk (1882-1922), known as the “Bluebonnet Painter” and the “Father of Texas Painting”. His paintings of Texas landscapes, often depictions of areas near his home in San Antonio, earned him a national reputation. His father, Robert Jenkins Onderdonk (1852-1917) was also an established artist.

These art competitions brought painters to Texas and encouraged native artists to pursue painting. These competitions almost single-handedly spawned a style of painting known as “Texas Impressionism.” Texas Impressionism sought to portray the effects of sun and light on outdoor subjects. The Impressionist movement, which began in France, came to Texas through this movement. Texas-born artists José Arpa (1858-1952), Robert Wood (1889-1979), Rolla Taylor (1871-1970), and Porifirio Salinas (1919-1973). and Dawson-Dawson Watson (1864-1939) was born in England, but his close association and similar style with Texas painters groups him with the Texas Impressionists. Artist Porifirio Salinas met his fellow artists Robert Woos and Jose Arpa by selling them art supplies. From them he learned his unique style, he even cooperated with them on some paintings. From those lessons, he mastered his own style. One of his last students, Palmer Chrisman (1913-1984), became an acclaimed artist. Chrisman provided medical services in exchange for art lessons. Chrisman’s paintings were gifts from President Lyndon Johnson during his presidency. This new style encouraged painters to come to Texas, and the Dallas area became the center of the new Texas school of fine art painting.

Modern Texas artists whose paintings reflect this style include Dalhart Windberg and Larry Dyke. Dyke’s work has been hung in the White House and other prominent places. Larry Dyke’s paintings have his Bible passage reference on each work, which is one of his unique markers.

Lone Star Regionalism

Davis’s financial patronage was one of the bright spots during the economic difficulties of the Texas Depression of the 1930s. Between his patronage and WPA projects fostering the development of artists and writers, a new style developed known as “Lone Star Regionalism”. This new style gradually gained dominance over the earlier Texas Impressionism movement. The new style used darker colors to represent themes unique to Texas. Some critics may claim that the dark colors reflected the dark mood of the time. The artists tried to make their subjects easy to understand for the common man. The ‘regionalists’ take everyday life as subjects for their art and writing. This increased emphasis on regionalism occurred in art and literature. Writers like J. Frank Dobie were part of this regionalism movement. J. Frank Dobie and Texas native Tom Lea pooled their talents in joint ventures during this time. Movement artists included Clinton King (1901-1979), Thomas Hart Benson, Jerry Bywaters (1906-1989), Alexandre Hogue, Henry Nash Smith, and David R. Williams. These artists were inspired by writers such as John Dewey, George Santayana, and Constance Rourke. A group of the most prominent artists living in Dallas became known as the “Dallas Nine”. Regionalist artists were influential in art throughout the United States. At the 1939 World’s Fair in New York City, after seeing the work of Texas artists, the exhibition’s president commented, “The exhibition indicates that New York is still the artistic center of the nation, but shows clearly that during the In recent years there has been a marked decentralization, and that various cities and towns throughout the country have risen up to challenge the leadership of the eastern metropolis”.

Artists during these difficult times turned to many creative techniques and mediums. They painted on railroad cars, burlap, and just about any surface the paint would adhere to. At their ingenuity, they made their own canvas frames and stretchers. The WPA government program employed artists to paint murals for public buildings such as post offices. Post office and courthouse works often used murals to convey Texas and historical themes. Among the leading mural painters were Texas-born artists Tom Lea (1907-2001) and Ruth Monro Augur.

Tom Lea’s work has been featured in federal buildings and post offices across the country. He also served as a military artist during World War II. On the centennial of his birth, President George W. Bush requested that Tom Lea’s painting of the Rio Grande from the El Paso Museum of Art be hung in the Oval Office. The work was eventually purchased and is currently on display in the Oval Office of the White House.

Texas Still Life

There were some Texas Regionalism artists who were grouped into a subgroup of Texas Still Lifes. These are still part of Texas Regionalism, but with works centered around still life themes. Among this group were Lloyd L. Sergeant (1881-1934), Robert J. Onderdonk, Alexandre Hogue, Florence McClung, HD Bugbee, Olive Vandruff, Emilio Caballero, and Isabel Robinson. Many of these artists were located in North Texas or in the Panhandle sections of the state. They shared a common theme of still life painting within the Texas Regionalist style and painted their works in the 1920s and 1930s.

Featured Modern Artists

Another prominent modern Texas artist is Bruce Marshall. Marshall is known for his portrayal of Texas historical figures and events. His depictions of military uniforms and the accuracy of his details have earned him high praise. He has written and published books on the early history and uniforms of Texas. His art was well known enough to be knighted for his achievements, thus he is now known as “Sir Bruce Marshall”. He and his wife reside in the Austin, Texas area on land that has been in his family since colonial Texas.

JOHNNIE LILIEDAHL is another artist from Texas with an international reputation. His education and art are in demand all over the world. People from Europe, Australia and Asia attend his classes to learn how he captures his subjects in a classic realistic style reminiscent of European masters. Johnnie continues to teach art classes at his studio in La Porte, Texas.

The Joneses have a very friendly golden retriever named Sparky. But they let him loose in the common areas of the community of owners and the pooch jumps towards the neighbors and jumps on them to greet them. The neighbors like the Joneses and Sparkys, but they’ve asked you to remind them to follow HOA rules and leash their dog.

Or maybe you’re in a condominium association that allows cats, but residents have complained that Mike in unit 249 has 13 of the feline critters, and the smell is becoming noticeable.

If your community association allows pets, but with restrictions, you need a plan to deal with violators. Here are five rules for dealing with negligent homeowners at your homeowners association.

1) Enforce the rules. Although you may like pets yourself, people have accepted your HOA in part because they liked the rules that governed the behavior of owners. It is your job, and fiduciary duty, as a board member of your homeowners association to enforce those rules. It doesn’t matter that Sparky is friendly. If the Joneses are breaking the rules, and your neighbors’ ability to live in peace has been diminished, put on your enforcement hat and do your job as a HOA board member.

2) Document the problem. If the Wilson family lets their dogs out at 6 am every day and allows them to bark until they leave for work at 7:30 am, start taking notes. Create a log of incidents and document them in as many ways as possible. Take pictures, record the barking, and ask your HOA’s disgruntled neighbors to write a complaint. Only when you have solid evidence that a problem exists should you approach the owners to resolve it.

3) Ask for compliance. Before falling like an anvil on your HOA owners who don’t realize the stress their pets cause, try honey first. Either in person or by letter, explain the problem and ask that it be corrected. It’s hard for owners to get angry or put down if you’re standing in front of them, so a personal discussion can resolve the issue more quickly. However, if you go that route, document the discussion immediately afterwards. Be specific in explaining the problem and the actions you need owners to take, and don’t threaten them with fines or other punitive action. The time for threats may come, but at this stage, they could backfire.

4) Tracking. After letting the owner know there have been complaints and requesting a solution, check back to see if the problem has been corrected. If not, get tough. Now is the time to remind homeowners of the rules and the penalties for breaking them. Check your government documents to make sure you know your options. Then write a letter explaining the problem, your efforts to resolve it, and the fact that it has not been resolved. Explain that if the problem is not corrected within a certain time, the HOA process will begin to deal with non-compliant owners. Keep that promise and take whatever steps are necessary to make owners deliver.

5) Be compassionate. If owners are in a tough position, maybe they have too many cats or dogs but don’t want to give them up because they’re afraid they’ll be euthanized, volunteer to help. You might be thinking that it’s beyond the call of duty, and you’re probably right. But if you don’t have the time or temperament to help owners, ask an animal lover at your homeowners association to speak up. The job may require phone calls to local shelters or posting information about the pets on adoption websites, but the outcome is likely to be positive. If you take that route, everyone wins.