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Life Changers: Rosemary Notarantonio – Fulfillment of the Dream

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Life Changers: Rosemary Notarantonio – Fulfillment of the Dream    Rosemary Notarantonio, RN, MSN, is CEO of Brentwood Meadows – a behavioral health facility specializing in the treatment of chemical dependency and mental wellness. In addition to her Bachelor of Science from the University of Central Florida and Masters of Science with a Nursing Administration […]

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Actions Speak Louder Than Words

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I snapped this lovely picture in a local chain’s bathroom this past Saturday. I’m not sure how serious this sign really is. It’s like the old saying “actions speak louder than words.” Which brings me to a song that started playing in my head: “Louder Than Words” by Celldweller.  I’m watching Listening The volume’s always

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What I Am Reading Now, Part Two

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I made the commitment this year to read 24 books to improve myself professionally and personally. I thought it would be great to share a few of my recent and current reads with you that I have really been enjoying. This is part two, my first post can be found HERE. This is what is

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What Star Trek: Into Darkness Taught Me About Facing Challenges

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This weekend I had the great pleasure to enjoy a date night with my wife, that also involved us watching Star Trek: Into Darkness in the local theater. I have to say, the current film is excellent. It really is a great movie to see in the theater, as well. There is just something about

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Life Changers: Thomas Rodriguez – Nothing from Nothing is Nothing

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Life Changers: Thomas Rodriguez – Nothing from Nothing is Nothing Thomas Rodriguez is a Certified Luthier (making and repairing guitars), Studio Musician, and Guitar Instructor. He works for Calvary Chapel Ft Lauderdale, has taught at Palm Beach State College, as well as the Ocean’s Edge School of Worship, and is pursing his personal music project,

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Congratulations!

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Yesterday my Cousin-in-Law (feels more like brother in law) graduated from Suncoast High School. Justin, we are so proud of you. Not just for your accomplishments in graduation, and not just because you will be attending the University of Florida in the fall. Not just for the amazing way you have volunteered your time and

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Be Your Secret Self

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In his new book Start: Punch Fear in the Face, Escape Average and Do Work that Matters, Wall Street Journal best-selling (or is that best selling?) author Jon Acuff takes readers on a journey down the path to Awesome. Near the very center of the book, Jon shares a story of great value involving his

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Life Changers: Sally Harrison’s Story – Sallying Forth

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Life Changers: Sally Harrison’s Story – Sallying Forth   Sally Harrison (no relation) is a Certified executive coach, consultant and trusted advisor to organizations and individuals, with twenty plus years’ experience in Executive Leadership, Performance and Change Management as well as Talent Management Strategy.  You can follow her on Twitter @sallyingforth, or check out the

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When Life Gives You Lemons – Blog About It

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Ability is nothing without opportunity. ~ Napoleon Bonaparte There are two ways to approach times of change and uncertainty: either as opportunities for new ideas and approaches, or as excuses to duck down and avoid getting noticed. People with creativity and imagination often will thrive and be quite successful, where as those who focus on

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How to Not to Get Hit by Lightning 7 Times – Learning from Mistakes

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Have you heard the saying that lightning never strikes the same place twice? Roy C. Sullivan was a forest ranger in Virginia who was hit by lightning on seven different occasions between 1942 and 1977. It makes you wonder, what did he do to be struck seven times? Did he do anything to avoid being

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