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By Ness Lindsay
(CreativNess (Formally Ness Lindsay))
I don't know about you, but, sometimes while working at my desk for a long period of time, my back aches.  My feet will fall asleep and my neck gets sore.  I then realize I am slouched at my desk or not sitting with good posture. What does good posture look like?: Having good posture can: 1. Increase your stamina 2. Improve your circulation 3. Give you greater confidence 4. Improve your productivity 5. Improve your breathing The next time you're at your desk and feel stiff, make sure you complete an assessment to ensure you are sitting correctly. To Your Success, Vanessa Lindsay Real Estate Professional Assistant (REPA) http://www.NessLindsay.com
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By Ness Lindsay
(CreativNess (Formally Ness Lindsay))
For those of you that don't know (never assume everyone does), networking is the process of connecting with people and sharing information.  It can be a simple process, but there are things to take into consideration before you begin. Remember, networking 'virtually' can prove to be harder to master than face-to-face.  I find when networking on line, my computer hinders me from seeing a person's facial expression or body language (which I have grown accustomed to reading).  To avoid miscommunication, I try to read a response twice before responding to ensure I have received the message as accurately as possible. If you've started a new business, networking is a great strategy to get involved in your industry and meet potential clients.  I will caution you though, try to keep your networ...
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By Ness Lindsay
(CreativNess (Formally Ness Lindsay))
After owning my own Virtual Assistant business for two years, I've realized there are 4 crucial things to remember when running your own business. 1. Be Patient - Don't expect to open your business and be swamped with clients.  Success takes time, and it doesn't happen over night.  However, if you are patient and determined, you will soon see results and your hard work will pay off! 2. Be Positive - Keeping a positive attitude and moving forward are essential.  You will have days when you feel like giving up - DON'T! Your business is a seed about to blossom.  Keep a positive attitude, review your goals, and stay focused! 3. Be Consistent - Whatever it is you do with your business, do it CONSISTENTLY! Remember, it often takes a prospective client to see your name 7 times before they star...
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By Ness Lindsay
(CreativNess (Formally Ness Lindsay))
Setting goals, working towards them and achieving them are essential in the business world. A goal can be defined as "The purpose toward which an endeavor is directed, an objective."www.answers.com There are two different types of goals 1) Short term 2) Long term. A short term goal is an objective that can be achieved in a short amount of time. (approx. 0-6 months) It is an objective typically achieved in the near future. A long term goal is an objective to be achieved in the distant future. (1-2 years or more) By setting goals for ourselves professionally or otherwise, we give ourselves something to work towards.  We create self motivation that increases our self esteem.  Goals give us the ability to turn our thoughts and desires into our reality.  Create a goal chart and place it in a...
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By Ness Lindsay
(CreativNess (Formally Ness Lindsay))
"Single tasking is the act of concentrating on finishing one task as a time.  It is the discipline of focus, of actively ignoring all the distractions that we have placed around us.  It is the opposite of multi-tasking, the opposite of trying to do many jobs at once." In today's society, business professionals tend to multi-task. We as a society need to convert back to single-tasking humans.  As we continue to multi-task, we are hindered from seeing results.  We may feel we are making progress while we are in the "zone" of our professional work environment.  Yet, at the end of the day, we are left feeling like we didn't get much of anything accomplished. Single tasking will: ·         Increase productivity ·         Create immediate results ·         Lower stress level ·         Enhance...
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By Ness Lindsay
(CreativNess (Formally Ness Lindsay))
When the word delegation is spoken, one might feel fear or possibly anxiety.  The thought of delegating a task, can often lead to unwanted stress or even conflict among fellow employees.  One's resistance may stem from their need to control - wanting a project done their way or simply their inability to ask for help.  Delegation does not have to evoke these feelings.  It does not have to create conflict and/or anxiety. Delegating should be viewed as an essential part of the business world, as it is an important milestone in becoming a successful manager.  Whether you have a standardized office or a ‘virtual' office, there is always room to delegate tasks to another professional. Successful delegation can lead to a win-win opportunity.  The employer can increase their time to focus on ot...
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By Ness Lindsay
(CreativNess (Formally Ness Lindsay))
Being a mother of two, I understand how difficult and time consuming it can be when trying to organize your life.  I appreciate the need to feel stress free and have peace of mind. 10 Steps to Creating a Better YOU is designed to help us all deal with those stressful moments in our lives.  I challenge you to work these 10 steps daily, and you will improve your own productivity, gain peace of mind and create a better you! Step 1. Be Proactive- Learn from things that haven't worked for you in the past, invent new ways and more efficient ways to handle these situations.  Being aware of yourself, your needs and perhaps more importantly, your limitations, will enable you to correct any further problems before they begin! Step 2. Prioritize - Before you begin your day, you need to get your pr...
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By Ness Lindsay
(CreativNess (Formally Ness Lindsay))
Today while driving in my car, I began to reflect on my almost two years in business.  I couldn't help but think about how far I've come and the ultimate power of positive thinking. Prior to starting my virtual assistant business, I was a stay at home mom who desperately tried every attempt in vain to earn an income while taking care of my two children.  I dreaded the thought of starting a job away from home but I couldn't find any legit business where I could work from home.   BELIEVE IN POSSIBILITIES Ever since I was in high school, I completed "virtual" work for family, friends and acquaintances but I did it for fun.  I did it because I truly enjoyed the assignments I did for them.  Call me crazy or what have you; but I never thought anyone would actually pay me to do what I was doin...
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By Ness Lindsay
(CreativNess (Formally Ness Lindsay))
Tongue twisters are a great way to exercise your tongue before a presentation and to help with your pronunciation. Browse on over to Business English Teacher and check out some common tongue twisters for you to practise with. Remember try repeating the twisters several times, quickly and with the least amount of mispronouncing. Don't forget to jot a couple down and read them before your next presentation or meeting. To Your Success, Vanessa Lindsay Real Estate Professional Assistant (REPA) http://www.NessLindsay.com
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By Ness Lindsay
(CreativNess (Formally Ness Lindsay))
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Vanessa Lindsay                NessLindsay.com               416 420 3519 ASSISTANT EARNS PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATE Georgetown, ON -- October 22, 2008 -- Vanessa Lindsay of NessLindsay.com has recently earned the Real Estate Professional Assistant Certificate, awarded by the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®. All successful real estate brokers and agents know how important a good assistant is to their success.  "The best investment of time and money," says Martin Edwards, Jr., president of the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS®, "just might be in a well-trained professional assistant.  The REPA course can turn the right candidate for assistant - or any support position, for that matter - into an agent's 'right hand.'" Understanding this, Lindsay took the two...
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By Jerri Fraser, jerri.ca, Buyin' Or Sellin' call Jerri-ellen
(iPro Real Estate LTD. Brokerage)
There's little doubt that Canadians are on the move. Whether moving from an apartment to a home, apartment to apartment or home to home, moving is no simple matter. With careful planning, however, your transition can be facilitated in an organized and efficient manner, allowing you the peace of mind you need to settle into your home. The following moving tips are provided by the Ontario Real Estate Association.   Advance PlanningPlanning should begin at least two months in advance. Confirm with your REALTOR® your closing date before scheduling your moving date. If you are renting, confirm your move-in date. Make a list of all records that must be transferred to a new location, such as children's school records, and financial and medical records. Whether moving two blocks or 2,000 miles,...
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By Jerri Fraser, jerri.ca, Buyin' Or Sellin' call Jerri-ellen
(iPro Real Estate LTD. Brokerage)
Chances are when you bought your first home you were thinking of it as a "starter home" and dreamed of owning a larger and better home one day. With today's mortgage rates in the lowest range they've been for almost 30 years, you might be pleasantly surprised that you can afford that "move up" house now. Using the equity you've built up in your current home, your carrying charges may not be much larger than what you've been used to paying. If you're curious to find out, ask a REALTOR® to help you calculate carrying costs on a "move up" home. There are many reasons why you may wish to have a larger home including a growing family, the desire to have more bedrooms so the kids can have their own space. Or maybe you want a larger yard, a garage or a home with a private driveway. Whatever yo...
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By Jerri Fraser, jerri.ca, Buyin' Or Sellin' call Jerri-ellen
(iPro Real Estate LTD. Brokerage)
Today more and more homeowners are directing their energy and creativity towards redecorating the bathroom. Be it the family bath, or the master ensuite, the primary focus is on increased luxury comfort and convenience. Many homeowners are looking for new ideas to make their existing bathrooms larger.  Get the most from your spaceRedecorating a small bathroom is a common design problem. If you can't expand the room, either by building an addition or by incorporating space from a nearby bedroom or closet, here are some ideas to help you get the most out of the space you have. There are many ways to give a bathroom a facelift. You can make it visually larger by decorating with light colours. Large prints and bold stripes tend to overpower a small room. Stick to small prints whether you a...
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By Jerri Fraser, jerri.ca, Buyin' Or Sellin' call Jerri-ellen
(iPro Real Estate LTD. Brokerage)
Buying your first home is an exciting process. You determined how much home you can afford, you saved your down payment, you and your REALTOR® found the perfect home and your offer was accepted. While the purchase price of your home is the largest cost you will encounter, there are other costs to prepare for when buying a home. It's a good idea to budget some extra cash to cover the cost of obtaining a mortgage and "closing" your real estate transaction. Here are some of the extra cost items you should consider: Appraisal feeMortgage lenders will usually loan a percentage of the home's purchase price or the market appraisal of the property, whichever is lower. The appraisal is either done by someone on the lender's staff or by an outside professional approved by the lender. The cost of ...
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By Jerri Fraser, jerri.ca, Buyin' Or Sellin' call Jerri-ellen
(iPro Real Estate LTD. Brokerage)
The loan and mortgage process is a stressful and sometimes frustrating process. The idea is to make the entire process go as smoothly as possible. What is most important? Be prepared before you sit down with your loan officer. Here are some things you can do to help ensure successful results, as well as give you some control over your own loan process. 1. Take time to Straighten out your finances. If you don't have a grip on what's coming in and what's going out (and where, and why), you may be in for a rough time when you apply for a home loan. 2. Make sure to check your credit record.  http://www.equifax.ca/ Everyone's heard the horror stories: Your best friend, your sister, neighbor, goes to buy a home only to discover the worst... that the credit report contains negative or inaccura...
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By Bill, Lia and Kevin McNally, The Right Move
(iPro Realty Ltd., Brokerage)
Our Favorite Places in Georgetown, Acton and Surrounding Areas (Ontario) By Bill and Lia McNally Cedarvale Park in Georgetown-  A great spot to while away a summer afternoon.  Picnic by the river and toss a ball in the wide open spaces afterwards.  With soccer nets, a dog park, playground equipment, and a fitness trail, Cedarvale Park has something for everyone.   Downtown Georgetown-   The mix of hip boutiques and older landmarks makes strolling downtown a pleasure. Make a day out of it by checking out all the unique, independently owned stores offering everything from arts and crafts, clothing, children's books, natural foods and more.  Afterwards, indulge in a massage or stop in for a meal at one of the many great restaurants or pubs. The Park District in Georgetown- This mature are...
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By Bill, Lia and Kevin McNally, The Right Move
(iPro Realty Ltd., Brokerage)
Halton Hills Home InspectionsQuestions and Answers By Lia and Bill McNallyWhy should I get a home inspection?For peace of mind.  Buying a home is often an emotional experience so it's important to have a trained and unbiased home inspector educate you on what could likely be the biggest purchase of your life.  With a home inspection you reduce the risk of unwanted surprises and learn how to maintain your home in the process.What can I expect from a home inspection?A home inspector will thoroughly examine your home, including a check of the moisture levels, grading, roof, insulation, and ventilation. The electrical, plumbing and heating/cooling systems are also scrutinized.  You will receive maintenance tips and a comprehensive report to take home, filled with information about your home...
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By Bill, Lia and Kevin McNally, The Right Move
(iPro Realty Ltd., Brokerage)
Mistakes to avoid when choosing a Halton Hills Realtor                         For most people their home is their largest investment.  So it surprises me how little thought people put into choosing an agent when it comes time to sell.  There are so many agents working in Halton Hills and there can be a big difference in the service and benefits you receive from each one.  It takes a little investigating to make sure you make the right decision.  It's well worth the effort, because choosing the wrong realtor can wind up costing you a ton of money and aggravation.                                                Here are some of the most common mistakes people make when choosing a realtor: Choosing family members or friends.  Just being related is not reason enough to trust someone with su...
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By Brian Snow
(Johnson Associates Real Estate Ltd.,)
The Halton Hills Home Buyers Guide gives People moving into the Halton Hills Area which includes Georgetown, Acton, Glen Williams, Norval, Stewarttown and Ballinifad area information about living in Halton Hills. This information includes everything from Property Taxes, Garbage pickup, Parks, local services, Schools, and development. To view this information booklet Please Click "HERE"
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By Brian Snow
(Johnson Associates Real Estate Ltd.,)
To view the video of 49 Park Avenue, Suite 303 click "HERE" Very Spacious Open Concept One Bedroom Condo, Freshly Painted With Neutral Decor, Dining Room Has Walk Out To Balcony, Large Master Bedroom, Close To The Go Station Downtown Georgetown And Shopping. Good Location At A Great Price! Maintenance Fee Includes Your Heat, Hydro And Water Comes With Locker And Parking Space And Includes The Refrigerator, Stove, Washer And Dryer And Microwave. New Windows For Unit To Be Replaced In Spring As Per Condo Corp
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