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Welcome to the SPRING 2011 issue of emPOWER!

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In this Issue

olivia-newton-johnOlivia
For someone who's had her fair share of ups and downs, Olivia Newton-John is quietly content and has an amazing attitude of positivity. She chats with Helen Rosing about her early influences, love of music and the projects she's involved in to make a difference.


acts-of-kindnessActs of Kindness
We can change the world, one act at a time - a little kindness is all it takes.



tug-of-warThe tug-of-war
We are all familiar with the internal battle that goes on everyday between good and evil, the question is, "who will win". Andrew Jobling shows how to ensure that good always prevails over evil.

neuroplasticityWhat is neuroplasticity?
Have you ever considered that your life may be a reflection of how you have used your brain? Martina Sheehan discusses the science of neuroplasticity and explains what you need to know to thrive in your life.

ask-better-questionsAsk better questions
Apparently you have about 60,000 thoughts every day and every day you are likely to have 95% of the same thoughts again. Lindsay Tighe explains how to make your thoughts count.

 

great-motherThe Great Mother
We come into this world yearning to connect with the mother. This inherent need exists in both the individual and collective unconscious. Reverend Sheri Heller explains.

maximising-intimacy

Maximising intimacy
Attraction and intimacy is maximised between two people when they have opposite sexual energy. Tanielle Thomas gives us a few tips on how to get along with your man.

recreating-passionRecreating passion
Relationships begin with excitement, desire, and intense passion, but with time, it fades. Kirsty Greenshields gives us tips on how to rekindle and sustain the passion in your relationship.

stacey-currie

Reaching turning point
It's hard to build a dream life and a successful business for yourself following a dysfunctional childhood and an abusive relationship, but Stacey Currie did and here, she shares her story.

pranic-healingThe miracle of Pranic Healing
Without health there can't be happiness, and without happiness, there can't be longevity. Elina Marshall guides us on how to use Pranic Healing to achieve health, happiness and longevity.

oral-impactThe oral impact
Oral health is often overlooked when treating health issues but as Dr Ron Ehrlich shows, when thinking of wellness its worth starting at the top.

 


whats-really-in-your-bathroomWhat's really in your bathroom?

Most people have no idea what ingredients are in their personal care and cleaning products and yet, as Emma Sutherland explains, a lot of products contain harmful chemicals that can hurt consumers and damage their health.

weight-loss

Gym-free weight loss
Most women want to lose weight but many hate the thought of joining a gym. Now you don't have to. Michelle Hext explains you can have this particular cake and eat it too.

 

gender-diversity

Advance Australia fair... for women
This year we honoured the centenary of International Women's Day. While it was a day of celebration to highlight the advances made towards women's equality it also shone a spotlight on what still needs to be done. Maureen Frank explains...

raise-your-profile

Raise your profile
To get ahead in your career you need to have a positive profile at work. Rebecca Wells discusses strategies to your raise you profile, without treading on any toes.

 


inner-leaderUnlock your inner leader

If you want a rewarding career, a successful team, inspired culture or to help people reach their full potential, you must first reach your own potential as a leader. Kirsti Boothroyd explains...



resilienceBouncing back
In reality everyone experiences challenging times but few people are prepared for it or know how to "bounce back" quickly. Using the Resilience QuotientTM Noel Posus shows how to find out your level of resilience..


miss-dejour

A little bit dejour
Like many big breaks in business Katrina Allen recognised a gap in the market for a sanitary product that spoke directly to the female audience. She launched De jour Sanitary Products in 1998 and now, more than 12 years on, we find out about her success.

captivate-the-press

Captivate the press
It is no secret that small businesses often allocate little if any budget to marketing. But, as Chloe Wedgwood shows, implementing a PR strategy costs nothing but your time and can reap huge rewards.

etiquetteThe etiquette of dining
Taking clients to breakfast, lunch or dinner has long been an effective way to build relationships, make the sale or seal the deal. As Lydia Ramsay shows, with great manners you'll soon have them eating out of your hand.

 

guerrilla-marketingBecome a guerrilla of marketing
In business, your competition is smarter, more sophisticated and aggressive than ever before. But, as Bruce Doyle explains, with some guerrilla training you can conquer the market.

 

angel-investorsAngels are investors
While many start-up businesses need funding, few new business owners seem to know about Angel investing. Yolanda Vega discusses the concept and speaks to experts in the know.

 

proactive-with-your-mortgageGet proactive and save
All lenders are not the same and as Chris Acret shows, if you want to save money on your mortgage you need to get proactive.

 

understanding-valuationsUnderstanding valuations
Understanding how the value of property is calculated for different purposes is an important aspect of becoming a successful property investor. Swarnie Condon explains the three different types of valuations and what they mean for you.

 

value-of-moneyThe value of money
Dr John Demartini shows how to raise the value you place on money and accumulate more wealth.

 

15-minutes15 Minutes - 15 Ways to change your life
Whether you want more patience or confidence, to be friendlier or more approachable, as Helen Rosing shows 15 minutes is all it takes to create the new you.

 

goal-setting-toolCoaching Toolkit
Set your goals and coach yourself to success with our coaching toolkit

To see what's in previous issues of emPOWER, click the links below:

Issue 1 - Aug/Sept 2008
Issue 2 - Oct/Nov 2009
Issue 3 - Dec/Jan 2009
Issue 4 - Feb/Mar 2009
Issue 5 - Apr/May 2009
Issue 6 - Jun/Jul 2009

Issue 7 - Aug/Sept 2009

Issue 8 - Oct/Nov 2009

Issue 9 - Dec/Jan 2010
Issue 10 - Feb/Mar 2010
Issue 11 - Apr/May 2010
Issue 12 - Winter 2010
Issue 13 - Spring 2010
Issue 14 - Summer 2011
Issue 15 - Autumn 2011
Issue 16 - Winter 2011

 

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