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July 2009 Blog Posts (22)

Advice for families in financial crisis?

I have a growing number of people in my network who have lost their jobs or are in danger of. A loss in wages has caused many to invest less and even cash out on previous investments. Some associates are feeling the pressure to use their savings and 401K money to cover their shortages. Others are falling into a trench of debt to make up for a loss in income.

Is there anyone out there who can counsel a family in crisis? If you feel qualified to help families in need and provide a… Continue

Added by Jennifer Evans on July 30, 2009 at 9:34pm — 8 Comments

Humanix CEO and employees interviewed for BusinessWeek USA article "Helping an Employee in Personal Financial Crisis"

I think it's pretty cool that a national magazine found us, Humanix, through our Alfred P. Sloan award and called to get our perspective on helping our employees in these economic times. We are local and we truly believe we're all in this together! I hope this link to the article works! http://tinyurl.com/lopol2

Added by Leesa Braun on July 29, 2009 at 4:03pm — 2 Comments

Business Development Consultant Positions at BBB Serving Eastern WA, North Idaho & Montana

Business Development Consultant Positions at BBB Serving Eastern WA, North Idaho & Montana

Potential of earning $32K - $60Kplus! BBB is filling full-time sales positions! Requires business experience, excellent communication skills, and ability to multi-task. Perfect candidates must have engaging phone presence, computer office skills, and the ability to inspire. Please see full job description and application process… Continue

Added by Zan Deery on July 29, 2009 at 3:48pm — No Comments

On-Line Office Supplies

Here we grow again! Presentation Solutions just added on-line office supplies to their core busines of laminators and binding machines. This new product line includes Office Furniture, IT Products, Jan/San, Breakroom, Green Alternatives as well as Office Supplies.

We've made this easy for our customers to go to our site: www.psbind.com and simply click on the white button "Office Supplies and Equipment: which opens to 70,000 ways to save money. If you email me, I'll give you a log in… Continue

Added by MaryAnn Dalessi on July 28, 2009 at 10:13am — No Comments

Looking for the Big Government Contract?

I have to smile when I hear it – again - on the news. The government is stimulating the economy by adding dollars to fund shovel ready projects. However, they have been stimulating the economy all along by purchasing from businesses just like yours.

Plugging into these dollars requires the same things as last year. Educate yourself!

PS (pre-Stimulus), the government purchased over $600 billion in goods and services annually. Eastern… Continue

Added by Louise Fendrich on July 27, 2009 at 4:30pm — No Comments

Surpassing the bar - Barrister Winery

Barrister Winery is a boutique winery that continues to raise the bar and awarness for the great wine coming out of Spokane. Since its first vintage, Barrister has been producing some of Washington's finest red wines, particularly notable it the award winning and attention getting Cabernet Franc. Priced maybe too well for the quality, were suggesting when you try, you buy. Sold out is a common phrase at Barrister and we can taste why. Merlot, Syrah,… Continue

Added by Laurie L. Ross on July 25, 2009 at 11:03am — No Comments

Ease Public Speaking Anxiety Through Preparation

Prepare, prepare, prepare. You never can be too prepared to present. Knowing your presentation through and through can help boost your confidence while easing your fear and anxiety. Preparation does not just include what you are going to say, it also includes how and why you are going to present the information. Here are some tips to help you create an effective speech or presentation.

• Open with Confidence

Your opening provides your first impression to the audience. Know the… Continue

Added by Jill Pittmann on July 23, 2009 at 12:33pm — No Comments

Ease Public Speaking Anxiety Through Preparation

Added by Jill Pittmann on July 23, 2009 at 12:25pm — No Comments

Check out this On-line Speed Networking event to see how it can benefit your business!

Hello my Launchpad friends! I’ve been going to networking events recently that have really helped me out a lot. The great thing is, I don’t even have to leave my house to go! I’ve been attending these events and meeting great people on BlitzTime.

And when I say “meeting” I don’t mean “friending” or “linking” or “texting” or “writing on each others’ wall”. I mean actually have a real, live, private, person-to-person conversation with them. Meeting – like you would do at a coffee shop… Continue

Added by Margie Basaraba on July 23, 2009 at 7:20am — 3 Comments

Are more strangers smiling at you lately?

I was walking into the Spokane Club last Monday, and I saw Tom Reese come around the corner. I smiled and said hello to him. After all, I had just read about his new firm and the opening of his new office in Spokane, here on Launchpad. We also have several shared colleagues in planning and real estate circles.

As we passed, Tom said hello but with a quizzical expression, and I could tell he had not a clue who I was. It took a second, then I remembered... We hadn't *actually* met in… Continue

Added by Janet Bartman on July 22, 2009 at 6:04pm — 2 Comments

You, Too, May Receive a Check in the Mail for Robo-Call Settlement with Capital Options

Yesterday, BBB issued an alert about the legitimacy of a mailing that comes with a check.

Settlement checks are being sent to some Washington State businesses and homes from Williamson and Williams Lawyers, with offices in Seattle and on Bainbridge Island, WA. The checks are real, and people should take this… Continue

Added by Zan Deery on July 22, 2009 at 10:51am — No Comments

Surviving Cancer

Caution: this is not one of those awesome victory stories that everyone loves to read. Rather this is a true-life much less told reflection of surviving cancer from the eyes of a loving spouse.

*** The year? 2001 ***

Ventriloquism class, the bulletin read.

What fun, I thought. And it was.

Exactly what I needed with my marriage falling down in turmoil all about me. It had been 14 long years, and things were not getting better.

***… Continue

Added by Guy & Irene @ PainKickers.com on July 20, 2009 at 2:04pm — No Comments

HSSA Announces $225,000 to Increase Access to Health Services

The Health Sciences & Services Authority of Spokane County just announced its second RFP. This RFP requests proposals to increase access to health services. The HSSA seeks one or two year proposals for grants for a total of $225,000. For more nformation see www.hssaspokane.org. Letters of Intent (LOIs) are due July 31st electronically to grantadmin@hssaspokane.org.

Added by Susan Ashe on July 20, 2009 at 11:13am — No Comments

Very Inspiring Will Smith Interview

I watched this video today and thought it would be very inspiring and important for our members to see it. Please let me know what you… Continue

Added by Bill Kalivas on July 19, 2009 at 11:00am — 1 Comment

Tips for Trips - Packing for the perfect trip

I am going on a little trip to San Diego soon, and I was considering what I should bring with me. Of course packing the best "beach ware" is important, what clothes to wear, what jewelry to bring etc. is critical, but far be it for me to advise on that!

What I do know is that choosing what in your massive skin care/cosmetic regime to bring on a trip can be daunting. A lot of us are tempted to just throw it all in the bag and hope it fits (especially if you are a product junkie)! I… Continue

Added by Amanda Klenner-Labrow on July 16, 2009 at 2:58pm — No Comments

Get Grillin' With Great Grillin' Wines!

Get Grillin' With Great Grillin' Wines

Clear the decks. Download your favorite summer songs. Fire up the grill. Set the stage for bold flavors and plenty of entertaining on warm afternoons and starry, starry nights. Whether you are putting on the dogs or a choice steak, or going wild with veggie kabobs, there are plenty of great wines waiting to celebrate with you. Many wineries, ours included, have hand-picked some very special wines that make great grillin’ a cinch. So take to the… Continue

Added by Jennifer Evans on July 15, 2009 at 3:13pm — No Comments

Penn & Teller On Patriotism

I thought this was pretty interesting....anyone have any… Continue

Added by Dale Denney on July 14, 2009 at 5:56pm — No Comments

What Types of Warnings Does Your Business Want?

Everyone---

I'd like to share a dilemma that just ran across my desk. This morning, we received warning that there is a new Michael Jackson SPAM going around that contains the subject "Remembering Michael Jackson," with the attachment "Michael songs and pictures.zip". that if you open any attachment, etc. it will infect your computer.

OKAY---well, I am sure that many people are already getting royally burned out about many things to do with Michael Jackson, period, and… Continue

Added by Zan Deery on July 14, 2009 at 2:32pm — No Comments

General colin Powell's Rules to Live By

A good friend of mine share this with me – I put a couple of my thoughts in parenthesis)

The rare individual:

1. It ain't as bad as you think. It will look better in the morning.

2. Get mad; then get over it. (build a bridge & get over it)

3. Avoid having your ego so close to your position that when your position falls, your ego goes with it.

4. It can be done! (Now JUST DO IT!)

5. Be careful what you choose (be careful what you ask for) You may get… Continue

Added by Margie Basaraba on July 11, 2009 at 11:39am — No Comments

Do you know of anyone who would like to open their home to an international exchange student? Read on...

CIEE is currently looking for Host Families to open their hearts and homes to welcome an international exchange student into their community!!! If this sounds like something you may be interested in please read on.

Who is CIEE?

The Council on International Educational Exchange is a non-profit, non-governmental organization in 1947.

What is our Mission?

CIEE’s mission is to help people gain understanding, acquire knowledge and develop skills… Continue

Added by Kayle Axel on July 7, 2009 at 9:31am — No Comments