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Ambition for Life

Pursuing your ambitions across your life activities.
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MAKE WORK FIT LIFE

MAKE WORK FIT LIFE | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From www.eventbrite.com - May 1, 2016 9:25 PM

Eventbrite - 9 Lives for Women presents MAKE WORK FIT LIFE - Thursday, May 12, 2016 at Stamford Marriott Hotel, Stamford, CT. Find event and ticket information.

 

Terrific speakers helping women find flex in current FT jobs, find less life-consuming, but lucrative alternatives, return to flex jobs after a hiatus or figure out if they have the profile to start a business. Join Sophie Wade, Karyn Twaronite, Joanna Gordon Martin, Charlotte Bergmans, Georgette Geller, Rosanna Durruthy, Katie Donovan, Allison Karl OKelly, Jamie Flaherty Cheney, Manon DeFelice, Jenny Galluzzo, Catherine Sharick, Andrea Beyer, Tim Hicks, Christina Rae, Maisha Walker and keynote Laura Vanderkam!

 

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Sophie Wade, Founder and Workforce Innovation Specialist of Flexcel will be opening the MAKE WORK FIT LIFE conference on May 12th.

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May 1, 2016 9:36 AM
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10 Daily Habits That Will Radically Improve Your Life

10 Daily Habits That Will Radically Improve Your Life | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From www.inc.com - April 30, 2016 3:34 PM

Practical daily things to bring real positive change in your life.

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If you are proactive and deliberate about how you set up the different elements of your life, you will reap the benefits. 

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May 1, 2016 9:31 AM
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The Hidden Power In Trusting Your Gut Instincts

From www.fastcompany.com - April 30, 2016 5:00 PM

Trusting your gut is age-old advice for a reason: Your instincts are usually right. Take these steps to stop second-guessing yourself.

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May 1, 2016 9:27 AM
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20+ Social Media Hacks and Tips From the Pros

20+ Social Media Hacks and Tips From the Pros | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From www.socialmediaexaminer.com - April 30, 2016 8:01 PM

Are you looking for the newest social media tips and techniques? Discover more than 20 ways to improve your marketing and save time.

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Useful tips to enhance  your social media efforts

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May 1, 2016 9:22 AM
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Want to Become a World-Class Networker? Here's the Simple Secret

Want to Become a World-Class Networker? Here's the Simple Secret | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From www.inc.com - April 30, 2016 10:10 PM

Hint: Introverts might even have an advantage.

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Getting and being out in the marketplace is key these days - whether you are a freelancer, independent contractor, entrepreneur or even if you have a full-time corporate job (right now).

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April 20, 2016 5:46 PM
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3 Ways to Understand, and Increase, Your Work Motivation

3 Ways to Understand, and Increase, Your Work Motivation | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From switchandshift.com - April 19, 2016 6:00 AM
Staying motivated is a serious issue for organizations and employees alike. You must understand motivation to increase it….
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April 20, 2016 5:41 PM
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Scare Tactics or Positivity: One Is the Key to Influencing Others

Scare Tactics or Positivity: One Is the Key to Influencing Others | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From switchandshift.com - April 19, 2016 8:00 AM
Influencing others is a powerful tool for leaders. Here is the key to attaining that influence.
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Long-term strategies to make things happen and get things done. What do YOU do?

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March 28, 2016 10:32 PM
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7 Ways To Improve Your Email Signature - Switch & Shift

7 Ways To Improve Your Email Signature - Switch & Shift | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From switchandshift.com - March 28, 2016 8:00 AM
Conveying the right corporate image big or small requires thought, so up your professionalism today with these top ways to improve your email signature.
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Be purposeful about your most frequent means of communication. 

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March 26, 2016 1:15 AM
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In Silicon Valley, Meditation Is No Fad. It Could Make Your Career

In Silicon Valley, Meditation Is No Fad. It Could Make Your Career | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From www.wired.com - March 25, 2016 1:14 PM

Meditation and mindfulness are the new rage in Silicon Valley. And it's not just about inner peace—it's about getting ahead.

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March 25, 2016 11:36 PM
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How to Organize Your Office for Maximum Productivity

How to Organize Your Office for Maximum Productivity | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From switchandshift.com - March 21, 2016 6:00 AM
Your office or workspace has a greater impact on how your work than you might realize. Is your office organized for maximum productivity?
Sophie Wade's insight:

Now, we can work anywhere, any time. However, how DO you work best? Where and do you have the tools you need?

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March 9, 2016 8:15 PM
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Kittens, Cacti, and a Blue Glow: The Science Behind a Perfectly Productive Cubicle

Kittens, Cacti, and a Blue Glow: The Science Behind a Perfectly Productive Cubicle | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From www.bloomberg.com - March 3, 2016 10:02 AM
The environment we work in plays an important role in our ability to get things done.
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Cute kitties and blue light...are you maximizing your productivity?!!

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March 7, 2016 6:12 PM
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Face It: Career Jumps Are The Future Of Work

Face It: Career Jumps Are The Future Of Work | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From www.digitalistmag.com - March 2, 2016 4:00 PM
It’s time to embrace the hotfooted nature of talent, and work with it to keep it from racing out the door.
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February 16, 2016 4:46 PM
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4 Keys To Turning Your Small Business Dream Into Reality

From www.digitalistmag.com - February 16, 2016 10:00 AM
If you've ever dreamed of starting your own small business, here's some advice to help you turn that dream into a reality.
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May 1, 2016 9:38 AM
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13 Ways To Make Meetings More Effective

13 Ways To Make Meetings More Effective | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From smallbiztrends.com - April 30, 2016 2:10 PM

13 members of the Young Entrepreneurs Council provide insights on how to make meetings more effective, keep staff engaged and topics moving forward.

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Be thoughtful about what you want to achieve in a meeting. Prepare well and you will not waste anyone's time. 

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May 1, 2016 9:34 AM
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5 Strategies for Boosting Engagement on Instagram

5 Strategies for Boosting Engagement on Instagram | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From www.convinceandconvert.com - April 30, 2016 4:01 PM

To leverage Instagram's new algorithmic feed to your advantage, you'll need to master creating content that inspires engagement.

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Instagram is one of the most popular platforms right now. If you want to make your posts effective, try this.

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May 1, 2016 9:30 AM
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5 Things Your Business Must Have to Succeed

5 Things Your Business Must Have to Succeed | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From www.entrepreneur.com - April 30, 2016 5:49 PM

Find out what you need to have in place before you start a business.

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No matter what your working profile, each one of us is now like a our own mini enterprise. Think about the 360 degrees of what you need to succeed. 

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May 1, 2016 9:24 AM
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9 Entrepreneur Habits That Lead to Long-Term Success

9 Entrepreneur Habits That Lead to Long-Term Success | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From www.entrepreneur.com - April 30, 2016 8:32 PM

An angel investor identifies some of the traits he looks for in potential business leaders.

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Whatever work profile you have, establishing good habits is key.

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April 20, 2016 5:52 PM
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How to Bridge Your Learning Gap

How to Bridge Your Learning Gap | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From switchandshift.com - April 7, 2016 7:00 AM
Businesses usually fail for similar reasons, and the Learning Gap is one of them. This post outlines how to bridge your learning gap.
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Establishing yourself as an expert can be very important, but don't ever stop learning. Prove yourself wrong and find new sources...

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April 20, 2016 5:44 PM
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16 Simple Motivation Tips to Get More Done [Infographic]

16 Simple Motivation Tips to Get More Done [Infographic] | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From switchandshift.com - April 19, 2016 7:00 AM
Thanks to our friends at Wrike we have this infographic with 16 easy motivation tips to improve your productivity and get more done.
Sophie Wade's insight:

Particularly for freelancers and independent contractors, motivation and focus are critical. What do YOU do?

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April 5, 2016 5:26 PM
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Workplace Stress—What’s Your Level? [INFOGRAPHIC]

Workplace Stress—What’s Your Level? [INFOGRAPHIC] | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From www.digitalistmag.com - April 5, 2016 12:00 PM
Recently, companies have noticed a relationship between stress and productivity in the workplace. How do we know if we're stressed, and what do we do about it?
Sophie Wade's insight:

How do YOU work best? Do you know? Are you most productive when you are VERY busy? Are you stressed ENOUGH??!!

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March 26, 2016 1:19 AM
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The Small Business Market Is a Massive Opportunity No Longer Hiding in Plain Sight

The Small Business Market Is a Massive Opportunity No Longer Hiding in Plain Sight | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From www.entrepreneur.com - March 25, 2016 12:52 PM

Small businesses cumulative are a far larger economic force than any one giant corporation.

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The time is RIGHT! IF you might be a budding entrepreneur-in-waiting, now is the time to explore this option.

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March 25, 2016 11:40 PM
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Leaders: Respect Is Not a Given

Leaders: Respect Is Not a Given | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From switchandshift.com - March 14, 2016 6:00 AM
Respect is not a given. No one owes it to you. You must earn it – and here is how to do just that.
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However and whomever you wish to lead or influence, respect is at the core. 

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March 25, 2016 11:28 PM
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8 Successful Entrepreneurs Who Started Later in Life [Infographic]

8 Successful Entrepreneurs Who Started Later in Life [Infographic] | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From switchandshift.com - March 25, 2016 6:00 AM
In a culture that is obsessed with youth, it is easy to feel as if your career life has passed you by. Check out these entrepreneurs who started later.
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March 9, 2016 6:13 PM
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Words to Live By: Best Inspirational Quotes [Infographic]

Words to Live By: Best Inspirational Quotes [Infographic] | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From switchandshift.com - March 7, 2016 10:00 PM
Here's an artful compilation of some of the best inspirational quotes from the greatest minds in history. 
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Some uplifting thoughts and ideas to help motivate you!

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February 26, 2016 6:56 PM
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8 Ways to Conquer Self-Doubt - Switch & Shift

8 Ways to Conquer Self-Doubt - Switch & Shift | Ambition for Life | Scoop.it
From switchandshift.com - February 25, 2016 10:00 PM
Everyone struggles with feelings of insecurity and self-doubt from time to time, even those who might otherwise project the most assured and confident persona
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