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<b><span style="color: blue;"><i>"A goal is a dream with a deadline."</i> - Napoleon Hill</span></b><br />
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Deadlines are hard to avoid in your working life.<br />
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At best they can be stimulating challenges that stop you from falling asleep at your desk by keeping you on your toes.<br />
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At worst they can lead to burn-out, when realisation sets in that a target cannot be met.<br />
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When working for someone else, deadlines are usually set by someone other than you, unless you work for a kind manager, who asks you what time frame would be suitable for you.<br />
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If you work for yourself, you have the advantage to set deadlines according to your schedule and ability.<br />
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If you are running your own business, this can be a blessing but also a curse when you ignore careful planning.<br />
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Setting realistic deadlines that don't stress you out is important for your reputation as someone your clients can rely on.<br />
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<span style="color: blue;"><b><i>"Crystallise your goals. Make a plan for achieving them and set yourself a deadline. Then, with supreme confidence, determination and disregard for obstacles and other people's criticisms, carry out your plan."</i> - Paul J. Meyer</b></span><br />
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Meeting your deadlines means that you take your business seriously and you have the tenacity to deliver on time, regardless of the little hiccups that could delay you behind the scenes.<br />
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I often notice with <b>creative people and empaths</b> that they struggle with this kind of pressure.<br />
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They apologise on social media or in newsletters for not delivering on their intentions. I've been there myself with my <a href="http://www.cosmictarot.co.uk/decks-ebooks/cosmic-faery-tarot/" target="_blank">tarot deck</a>, which in the end took five years to complete :).<br />
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Nothing is worse than sending a newsletter to your clients apologising for a delay, because somehow life got in the way.<br />
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Sometimes it really can't be helped, and that's okay. But sometimes it is also down to simple <b>self-sabotage</b>, which can be avoided, if you are aware of it.<br />
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<b>Mindfulness</b> <b>is the key, and combined with the Tarot can offer straight-forward solutions. </b><br />
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Daily check-ups are useful to keep on track and offer ideas to avoid delays. Ask questions such as<br />
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- What is blocking me from reaching my deadline?<br />
- How can I remove these blocks?<br />
- What step can I take today to make progress?<br />
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Let the tarot guide you into the right direction.<br />
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In addition, here are a 3 simple tips to keep your nerves when an impending deadline is causing concern:<br />
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- Don't panic.<br />
- Be determined and keep going.<br />
- Believe in yourself that you can do it.<br />
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When setting your deadline, make sure you include additional time to cover for the unexpected little hiccups such as short-term illness, holiday, sufficient time to relax etc.<br />
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<b><span style="color: blue;"><i>"Deadlines refine the mind. They remove variables like exotic materials and processes that take too long. The closer the deadline, the more likely you'll start thinking waaay outside the box."</i> - Adam Savage</span></b><br />
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My current deadlines are the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BX0-GNGjPl4/?taken-by=cosmicfaery" target="_blank">Tarot Moon Journal 2018</a> and the <a href="http://www.cosmictarot.co.uk/decks-ebooks/cosmic-faery-tarot/" target="_blank">Cosmic Faery Tarot Guidebook</a>. Yes, it's getting tight, but I'm still on target.<br />
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In the meantime, join my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/cosmicspiritwellness/" target="_blank">free Facebook group</a> for additional tarot exercises, spreads, journaling prompts and mindful musings.<br />
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I look forward to seeing you there.<br />
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Warmest wishes,<br />
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<b style="color: purple; font-size: xx-large;"><i>Christiane</i></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: #45818e;"><i>“The greater the obstacle, the more glory in overcoming it.” </i>Molière</span></b><br />
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The Chariot takes you on a road trip, and along the way you can expect a bumpy ride.</div>
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On the image the charioteer has turned her back on the safety of the walled city, and is moving forward into unknown territory.</div>
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She is ready for this challenge, determined to achieve her goal no matter what. She knows it won't be easy, but that doesn't deter her.</div>
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Still, at times when the going gets tough, she finds herself wavering, but her willpower and perseverance keep her going until she gets to where she wants to be.</div>
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<b>So what is the Chariot telling you in a reading about work and career?</b></div>
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You start a <b>new job or a new project</b>, and perhaps you may even need to move to a new city, or it involves travel.</div>
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You may decide to <b>change direction</b> in your career; think of the road less travelled, which scares you a bit, but the urge to do something different and succeed is stronger than your fear.</div>
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The Chariot heralds a <b>new beginning</b>, but unlike the <a href="http://www.tarotforbusiness.co.uk/2012/11/the-fool-at-work.html" target="_blank">Fool</a>, you know the reason for this journey and you have prepared yourself. </div>
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You may be hitting a <b>difficult period</b> in your business. It may be a make-or-break situation, and you need to get through a time of hard work and stress not knowing what the outcome will be.</div>
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If you are facing an ongoing struggle, the Chariot reminds you to stay focused on overcoming it and <b>not give up</b>. </div>
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When the Chariot comes up for a new job or business venture, it indicates a steep <b>learning curve</b> ahead but the <b>reward</b> can be great.</div>
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Don't be discouraged by setbacks or difficulties. You can overcome them with tenacity and self-discipline.</div>
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The Chariot can indicate a <b>test of skill</b> and ability. Now you have to apply in practice what you have learned on a course. Walk the talk.<br />
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No more teacher, mentor or supervisor to hold your hand and correct your mistakes; <b>you're on your own</b>.</div>
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The Chariot is also about <b>control</b>; you're sitting in the driver's seat and make your own decisions on where you are headed.<br />
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When working with others, you <b>stand your ground</b> and assert your position rather than holding back. This may lead to some conflict, but you don't let this stop you from getting work done and projects completed.<br />
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The Chariot can also suggest the strive for <b>independence</b>. You may start your own business, transition from employment to freelancing, or you may get back into work after a longer period of not working.</div>
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<b>When this card comes up, you should avoid: </b><br />
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drifting, lack of focus, aggression, loss of control, depending on others, running away from a problem rather than facing it and sorting it out, being overly controlling rather than sharing responsibility and trusting other people's abilities)</div>
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The Chariot is linked to <a href="http://www.cosmictarot.co.uk/tarot-astrology-zodiac/" target="_blank">Cancer</a>, so expect this to be an emotional ride. Watch out for overwhelm when you feel the pressure, and have regular breaks on your journey to recharge your batteries!<br />
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Warmest wishes,<br />
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<span style="color: #674ea7; font-size: x-large;"><b><i>Christiane</i></b></span><br />
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<b><span style="color: #0b5394;"><i>“Our comfort zones are filled with senses of immediate and false securities. When we step out of these comfort zones into the contact zones, we meet new challenges and prepare ourselves for progress.” </i>Gladys Adevey</span></b></div>
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<b><span style="color: #674ea7;"><i>“Every woman that finally figured out her worth, has picked up her suitcases of pride and boarded a flight to freedom, which landed in the valley of change.” </i>Shannon L. Alder</span></b><br />
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Imagine the scenario: you share a fabulous business idea with a peer, ask for feedback and advice only to discover a few weeks later that this person has copied your idea and is already profiting from it.<br />
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Something similar can happen in the corporate world, where you do all the hard work, and someone else (usually your superior) takes all the credit.<br />
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While it is difficult to control this kind of thing, there are a few precautions you can take to avoid idea theft:<br />
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1. <b>Be careful, who you trust</b>. There are many wolves in sheep clothing out there. Even people you call friends can turn against you, especially if they work in the same field as you.<br />
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2. <b>Send yourself a letter</b>. In order to protect your copyright and intellectual property right, you can put all details of your idea in writing, add some sketches, photos, perhaps even a sample, and put all these items into an envelope or parcel. Then send it to yourself by recorded delivery. When you receive your mail, keep it sealed and protect the date stamp on the postage label. This will act as proof that you came up with the idea first, in case there is a lawsuit.<br />
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3. Before you share your idea with anybody, you can make the person sign <b>a confidentiality agreement</b>. Don't feel awkward about it, especially when you think your idea has the potential to make you serious money.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b>If you have been a victim of idea theft: </b></span><br />
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First, have a quiet discussion with the perpetrator about the situation and establish all the facts. This includes providing the evidence that you are the originator of the idea they have taken on.<br />
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If this doesn't work, don't hesitate to make it public if you have proof. Nobody should get away with theft, but do avoid mud-slinging. State the facts on your blog without getting too emotionally involved. Let your readers decide for themselves.<br />
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Next time, keep quiet about your ideas. See advice number 1 above.<br />
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Don't be discouraged to go back to the drawing board and create something bigger and better. And please, keep your mouth shut about it until it's launched :)<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">And if you steal other people's ideas:</span></b><br />
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Before you do, consider collaboration. You could add a complimentary product or service that will benefit you both.<br />
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If you are still tempted, really try to stop right here. Let the originator of the idea get the credit, before you fall from grace.<br />
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You will be found out eventually, and your reputation will be tainted.<br />
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You will be taking a risk to get sued, especially if your victim has followed my advice above.<br />
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Stealing someone else's idea is bad karma and in the long-term won't make you feel good or win you more friends.<br />
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Your peers will know, but you don't know who of them knows. Does that make you feel uncomfortable? I hope so ;)<br />
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Why don't you just buckle down and generate your own effing ideas?<br />
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Idea theft is something that happens so often nowadays in the work place and amongst creative freelancers.<br />
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In a world, where it becomes more and more difficult to create something that truly hasn't been done before, for some people stealing seems to be the easy option to produce something. However, it rarely pays in the long-term.<br />
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Warmest wishes,<br />
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<b><span style="color: #990000;"><i>"Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is success."</i> Henry Ford</span></b><br />
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In Tarot, the Lovers are mostly associated with <b>love and relationships</b>.<br />
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In a reading about work/career issues, this card could indicate a love
interest connected to work, or a choice you need to make that affects
both your work and relationship.<br />
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But the Lovers is no automatic indication that you are about to fall in love with someone at the workplace :)<br />
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This card may well ask you to pay attention to professional relationships in your working life rather than the amorous ones.<br />
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<li><b style="font-weight: bold;">Collaboration rather than competition</b>
- healthy competition is good for you, especially when you use it as
inspiration to improve your skills and find your own niche. <a href="http://www.businesspundit.com/how-to-network-for-introverts/" target="_blank">Network and build relationships</a>
with professionals you admire; likewise if a less experienced person
approaches you for advice, then offer all the help you can give. In the
long-term this will pay off as you will gain a reputation of being
approachable, supportive and generous rather than selfish, ruthless and
arrogant. <b>Who can you collaborate with for mutual benefit? </b></li>
</ul>
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<li><span style="font-weight: bold;"><b>Teamwork</b> </span>- working in
an office environment can be stressful at times mainly due to different
personalities all trying to work towards the same goal and getting
rewarded for it individually along the way. <a href="http://www.dummies.com/how-to/content/ten-qualities-of-an-effective-team-player.html" target="_blank">Effective teamwork</a> is based on mutual support, respect and trust, individual accountability and constructive communication. <b>What issues do you need to address to work more effectively in a team? </b></li>
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<li><span style="font-weight: bold;"><b>Communication</b> </span>- working with others requires clear, concise, honest, respectful and regular <a href="http://effectivecommunicationadvice.com/keys-for-effective-communication" target="_blank">communication</a>.
This includes talking, listening and the written word. Avoid gossiping,
back-stabbing and getting involved in dramas. Be careful what you write
in your emails, letters, reports or articles that will be read by
others. Stick to facts and evidence rather than assumptions, accusations
and hear-say. Reduce the amount of emails; also try to limit their
contents to up to five short sentences. <b>How can you improve your communication skills to interact more efficiently with others?</b></li>
</ul>
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<li><b>Logic and Reason</b> - keeping a cool head at times of stress and tension in the workplace can be hard, but it is important to <a href="http://www.mindtools.com/pages/article/newCDV_41.htm" target="_blank">avoid emotional involvement</a> or reactions. <b>How can you detach yourself emotionally from challenging situations at work? </b></li>
</ul>
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<li><b>Choices</b> - you may have to make some important choices
regarding your working life. Changing jobs, changing your entire career,
moving to a different department, starting your own business...you will
need to weigh up these choices carefully; they are likely to affect the
rest of your life. <b>What would you like to improve about your work?
What changes are necessary for you to achieve your goals? What do you
want to keep, and what do you need to let go of? </b></li>
</ul>
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<li><b>Love your job</b> - Let's not ignore love totally, when the
Lovers come up in your reading. If you are not enjoying your work, then
this may be a good time for you to <a href="http://www.jobs.ac.uk/careers-advice/careers-advice/1196/top-tips-for-a-career-change-10-questions-before-you-quit/" target="_blank">take the plunge and start afresh</a>.
If this is too radical for you, then the least you can do is explore
what action you can take to feel more enthusiastic about your work.
Sometimes it can be just your mindset that needs to change. <b>What can you do to make your working life more fulfilling? </b></li>
</ul>
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<li><b>Balance</b> - here in the UK, the highly demanding work culture
is putting pressure on people to work long hours leaving them stressed
and exhausted at the end of the day. If you are one of those people,
then consider paying more attention to your private life. Spend more
time with family, friends, pursue activities you enjoy and relax more.
Effective <a href="http://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/help-information/mental-health-a-z/W/work-life-balance/" target="_blank">work/life balance</a> will make you happier and healthier. <b>How
can you help yourself to have the best of both worlds? How can your
workplace contribute to implement healthier work/life balance? </b></li>
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The Lovers in a reading can act as a reminder of how important it is to
build and sustain professional networks and business partnerships based
on co-operation and mutual benefit.<br />
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Re-evaluate your priorities including working less and living more.<br />
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Perhaps you will need to brush up on your communication skills to work more efficiently.<br />
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Heck, you may even get yourself into a fling or affair at work, and you will need to carefully consider its consequences. <br />
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Most of all, when you apply the energies of the Lovers well, it can lead to the essence of this card: you will <a href="http://www.tarotforbusiness.co.uk/2012/08/love-work-you-do.html">love the work you do</a>.<br />
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Warmest wishes,<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-large;"><b><i><span style="color: #3d85c6;">Christiane</span></i></b></span><br />
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You have a dream. And that dream is success.<br />
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But what is your definition of success?<br />
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Is it money? Wealth? Getting on top of the corporate ladder? Selling your Art? Public recognition? Earning a living doing what you love?<br />
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Success comes in many forms. Once you clearly know what you want, you can make plans, set goals and take steps towards achieving them.<br />
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<b>But how do you actually make that happen? What are the practical steps you can take to turn your dreams into reality?</b><br />
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I call them 'secrets' of success, even though they are not intentionally kept secret from you, but not many people are aware of them or recognise them as vital components of the success formula.<br />
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These secrets of success are powerful actions you can take towards manifesting your goals:<br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: large;"><b>1. Journaling</b></span><br />
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Journaling is about putting your vision, ideas and aspirations down on paper together with a step-by-step action plan on how to turn them into reality.<br />
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In the business world this is commonly known as a business plan, which is vital, if you need to apply for a start-up loan.<br />
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But as a creative and more intuitive soul, you can use more imaginative journaling. The key is to take stock every month and make adjustments if necessary.<br />
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If you want to use the Tarot for this purpose, you could try my <a href="http://www.cosmictarot.co.uk/tarot-ebooks/tarot-for-all-seasons/" target="_blank"><b>Tarot for All Seasons workbook</b></a>, which contains Tarot spreads through the year that help you focus and stay on the right track towards where you want to be.<br />
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For more intense and in-depth journaling, you can also use the <a href="http://www.cosmictarot.co.uk/tarot-ebooks/tarot-moon-journal-workbook/" target="_blank"><b>Tarot Moon Journal</b></a> to take into account astrological and in particular lunar influences.<br />
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If you don't yet feel confident in using the Tarot for life and business planning, then you might like the <a href="https://jlk86341.isrefer.com/go/2016wbeb/CosmicFaery/" target="_blank"><b>Shining Year Workbook</b></a>.<br />
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Regular journaling is crucial not only towards success but also personal growth and development.<br />
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Quite often you will notice a pattern or habit that might help or hinder you while you are writing about it. You will reveal what is hidden and make what is unconscious rise to surface.<br />
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Don't believe me? I encourage you to give it a try.<br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: large;"><b>2. Networking</b></span><br />
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Honestly, you can't do it all alone. You need to work with like-minded souls who are as driven and enthusiastic about achieving their dreams as you are.<br />
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There are some fantastic Mastermind groups out there, where individuals come together and support each other not only with helpful advice but also some emotional support when the going gets tough.<br />
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My online support group is the <a href="https://jlk86341.isrefer.com/go/SBLA/CosmicFaery/" target="_blank"><b>Shining Biz & Life Academy</b></a>, where I've been a member since 2012, and over the last three years my Tarot biz has undergone a complete transformation. There are a wealth of eCourses and live training on offer. It's unconventional, but if you resonate with the design of what you see, then you will find that membership of the Academy may well be hugely beneficial.<br />
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Let's put it this way: I have renewed my <a href="https://jlk86341.isrefer.com/go/SBLA/CosmicFaery/" target="_blank"><b>membership</b></a> since 2012 every year and will continue to do so in the future. I think that says a lot.<br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394; font-size: large;"><b>3. Perseverance</b></span><br />
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How many times have I seen people set their intentions, start their business and then give up six months or a year down the line, because they didn't make the money they hoped they were going to make?<br />
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Well, first there is a reason why they didn't reach their goal. See point 1 and 2. They probably didn't do regular self-assessment and tried do do it all by themselves without being accountable to a <b><a href="https://jlk86341.isrefer.com/go/SBLA/CosmicFaery/" target="_blank">peer group</a></b> that would actively support them.<br />
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Another reason can be they needed an income stream to sustain their livelihood. That's why it's unwise to give up the day job too quickly, and it may be necessary to combine your aspirations with a part-time job to keep you afloat.<br />
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Most of all, a sustainable business doesn't create itself overnight. It takes time. I started self-employment in 2006, and my income from my Tarot business was unsustainable until 2012, when I started to turn a corner. So until then I had to subsidise my income with other income streams and part-time work.<br />
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If you really want it, you can do it, but remember to implement these three secrets of success to give yourself the best chance to succeed.<br />
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Warmest wishes,<br />
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Today's guest blogger Sibylle from <a href="http://www.gentlemiraclescoaching.com/" target="_blank">Gentle Miracles Coaching</a> is sharing with us Bodo Schäfer's wonderful and humorous distinction between people who are "eagles" or "ducks". </div>
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It's a useful way to spot, who will be of help on your path, and of course how you can help yourself:</div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This article is based on something I read years ago, in a book by German money guru Bodo Schäfer. </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It’s such a wonderful metaphor, it’s stayed with me ever since, and I find myself applying the principle all the time.<br /><br />Bodo Schäfer says that <b>people basically come in two versions</b>: </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">They are either eagles or they are ducks. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">What he means by this is most of all <b>a difference in attitude</b>. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><b>Eagles soar</b>, they overview the entire landscape, the “big picture”. They rise above little obstacles and if they come across any vermin, they simply eat them.<br /><br />Ducks, however? <b>Ducks quack</b>.<br /><br />Now while ducks are lovely animals, they simply don’t have the scope and the perspective of eagles. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Schäfer likens these qualities to people and says that “duck” people tend to stay stuck within their own limited horizon. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Have you ever had to call the customer service department of any company? There always seem to be a lot of ducks working in these! They’ll tell you they can’t help you, and being every sentence with: “Unfortunately, …”<br /><br /><b>Whilst the ducks are quacking, the eagles will figure out how it can be done.</b> </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Schäfer tells about an occasion when he arrived in a hotel and the receptionist told him there had been a a double-booking and unfortunately, the room wasn’t available any more. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">He kept explaining that the rooms were simply all booked, there was nothing he could do…. Until Schäfer asked to speak to “someone who doesn’t already know it’s impossible.”<br /><br />That’s when he found an eagle. This person apologised profusely and then told Schäfer to have a drink on the house while she sorted out the situation. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Within 20 minutes she had organized a small attic room which had been out of use for a while. It was cleaned and fresh bedlinen brought, and to top it all off, Schäfer wasn’t charged for his stay for that night.<br /><br />Are you beginning to see the picture? <b>Eagles find solutions. Ducks find excuses.</b><br /><br />If you ever have a problem or an issue to solve, it’s pretty obvious that you’d want an eagle by your side, rather than a duck. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">What’s more, <b>if you are an eagle yourself, your path through life will be a lot smoother in the first place</b>. Eagles are the types of people who won’t give up at the first obstacle. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">They don’t waste their time “quacking” about the unfairness of life and how hard-done-by they are. Instead, they’ll get a ladder or a pole vault and get past the obstacle, moving closer to their goal.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /><b>Want to act more like an eagle? Here are a few tips: </b></span></span><br />
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<li><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Always think in terms of solutions. Instead of thinking up reasons for why something isn’t possible, try and see how it CAN be done. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Don’t ever waste time and energy complaining. It might feel comforting to whine and vent to your best friend, but the time would be much better spent on figuring out a solution. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">When you are faced with a problem which seems overwhelming or unsolvable, take a step back. Resist the temptation to say: “No way!” Rather, take a deep breath, get a cup of coffee or tea, and then make sure you really understand every aspect of the situation. Once you do, start brainstorming ways to tackle the problem. If you have any other eagles around you, it can be very beneficial to involve them in the brainstorming. Don’t censor, just jot down in keywords every crazy idea. Then afterwards, read through your list and determine which of them are feasible. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Program your mind to see opportunities rather than obstacles, although it can be a bit of a challenge in a world which is so dominated by negative media. To counter their influence, read books like Cynthia Kersey’s <i><a href="http://www.bookdepository.com/Unstoppable-Cynthia-Kersey/9781570713385/?a_aid=170832XTC" target="_blank"><b>Unstoppable</b></a></i> for at least 15 minutes every day. You’ll see a big difference after only a few weeks of doing this. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">When you are stressed and it seems like you are surrounded by obstacles (or negative people), try and rise above it. Think “eagle” and imagine yourself soaring high into the sky. What’s the big picture? What is the context of the situation? You’re bound to feel much less claustrophobic immediately, and that’s when you think of ways to make it work. </span></span></li>
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<span style="color: #38761d;"><span style="color: #0b5394; font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /> Happy soaring! I wish you many other eagles along your path.</span></span></div>
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Here are some questions you can explore with the Tarot:<br />
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1. Which traits of the eagle do I need to develop, and how will that help me? </div>
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2. Which traits of the duck do I need to avoid, and how will that help me?</div>
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3. In which areas of my career / business is my duck mentality blocking progress, and what can I do to overcome it?</div>
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<b>As always, I'd love your feedback, and please take a moment to check out Sibylle's bio below and visit her website. </b><br />
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This article first appeared in Sibylle's weekly newsletter <i>Monday Sparkles</i>, which I can wholeheartedly recommend.</div>
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Many people are useless with their money; they have no idea, how much they've got and what they spend it on. <br />
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They overdraw their accounts and create expensive debts on their credit cards, rather than patiently saving up for things they want first.<br />
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<b>If you need some help with your money and learn to be more in control with your finances</b>, the Tarot can offer some valuable tips.<br />
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Although each card in the Tarot (from Major Arcana to the suits of Cups and Swords) can offer insight and advice on resolving your money issues, the <b>suit of Pentacles</b> is focused on money, possessions, home and wealth.<br />
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<b>Here are some useful money lessons you can learn from the pip cards in the Pentacles suit:</b><br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Ace of Pentacles</span></b> - A windfall, a bonus payment or new financial opportunities that offer a good return of your investment in the future.<br />
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Aces are all about planting seeds that - when nurtured well - will turn into something precious and valuable in time to come, such as the proverbial nest egg perhaps in the form of a lucrative pension fund.<br />
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<b>What to do: </b>start a savings plan, even if you just invest a little every month. Spending money on a training course will pay off later, if it enhances your skills and you can apply it in your work. Invest money in assets that will increase in value over time.<br />
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<b>What to avoid:</b> risky investments, get rich quick schemes, spontaneous purchases and reckless spending you won't have anything to show for later.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Two of Pentacles</span></b> - a time when you need to juggle your money, because you have some unexpected expenses, and you need to cut back elsewhere. Money goes as fast as it comes, but the trick is not to succumb and overdraw your account. Debts are not the answer.<br />
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<b>What to do: </b>be ruthless and cut out any unnecessary spending. Identify those areas in your spending pattern, where money just leaks away without you noticing, e.g. see how you can save on your electricity bill or avoid expensive branded products in the supermarket.<br />
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<b>Now is a good time to start writing down what you spend your money on and set your budget.</b><br />
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Become your own Money Magician!<br />
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<b>What to avoid: </b>getting into debt; ignoring financial warning signs, hoping for the best.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Three of Pentacles</span></b> - While working on a project, such as renovating or sprucing up your home, you may need to enlist the help of skilled professionals. This may cost money, but it will be well spent. Nothing is worse than a botched DIY job.<br />
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<b>What to do: </b>invest your money into something, that restores and increases value. Focus on your living or work space, where you spend a lot of your time. Upcycling, e.g. furniture and old soft furnishings. If you invest into your business, seek professional advice. Focus on quality.<br />
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<b>What to avoid: </b>cutting corners to save time and money; this won't pay off in the long-term.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Four of Pentacles</span></b> - Take stock of how much money you have stashed away; can you afford to live a little, or do you still need to hold on to your money so tightly?<br />
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It's good to be in control and be careful with your spending, but sometimes it's not so good to skimp, especially on necessary repair bills, essential foods and clothing. You can enjoy life and have a good time without blowing all your life savings.<br />
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<b>What to do: </b>re-evaluate your savings and spending pattern and make some adjustments<br />
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<b>What to avoid: </b>high-risk investments; putting all your money in one basket; depriving yourself (and loved ones) of luxury you can easily afford<br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Five of Pentacles</span></b> - Tough times financially. It's hard to make ends meet. A time for thriftiness and frugality. Getting back to basics and making the most of what little you have left. Sometimes a purge of material possessions can help you gain a new perspective on what "things" you really need and what you can do without.<br />
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<b>What to do: </b>reduce your spending to the bare essentials; review your remaining assets; consider selling some of your possessions, but also explore how you can make money using the knowledge and skills you have. Ask for professional advice and help, if you have debts or lost your job. Be persistent.<br />
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<b>What to avoid: </b>isolation and trying to fix your money problems all by yourself; giving up, despair and resigning to poverty. Don't be shy or proud to ask for the help you need and are entitled to. Money blocks and blaming others.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Six of Pentacles</span></b> - You may need to apply for a loan or a mortgage, or you feel generous and donate money to good causes. Invest wisely and reap rewards later; be charitable and nurture your heart. Give and take in equal balance. We are all givers and receivers throughout our lives.<br />
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<b>What to do: </b>repay a debt to stop it from growing. Offer financial help, if you can afford it. Consider donating to and buying from charity shops to support good causes. If you are entitled to benefits, apply for them.<br />
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<b>What to avoid: </b>don't let your generosity be exploited; watch out for cons, who appeal to your kindness. Pay-day loans will haunt you for a long time.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Seven of Pentacles</span></b> - Money keeps trickling in steadily, but there hasn't been growth for a while. You may need to be patient or take a risk to increase your income.<br />
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<b>What to do: </b>find new ways of an additional income stream. Invest into a business venture you are keen to work on, but don't give up your day job yet. Make sure you always have your basic living costs covered. Start a new savings plan in addition to the ones you already have.<br />
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<b>What to avoid: </b>rash decisions and indecisiveness. Take your time exploring opportunities, but don't ponder on them forever or you might miss them. Abandoning what you already have for high-risk ventures and investments.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Eight of Pentacles</span></b> - You need to work hard and all hours to keep your current standard of living. Is it worth it, or is there a better way? Money should work for you, not the other way round.<br />
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<b>What to do: </b>investing into learning a new skill or enhancing an existing one, can help you demand a higher salary in the future without working your socks off. Applying for funding for a business project or further studies.<br />
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<b>What to avoid: </b>cashing in a savings plan prematurely. Making major financial changes.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Nine of Pentacles</span></b> - Trust your instincts in money matters; you tend to be on the right track. Investments into land and property are likely to offer an excellent return in the future. Good money management gives you a feeling of abundance and stability.<br />
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<b>What to do: </b>reap rewards and enjoy the good life without going overboard. Maintain and nurture what you have. You may not lack anything now, but ensure you won't lack anything in the future. Focus on self-reliance and financial independence.<br />
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<b>What to avoid: </b>complacency and recklessness with money.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Ten of Pentacles</span></b> - Create a legacy and ensure you and your family are taken care of, if the worst happens. Having to fulfil your financial obligations and responsibilities may stifle your flexibility. When it comes to possessions, less is more.<br />
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<b>What to do: </b>life insurance, health cover, pension fund... If you are due a payout, consider re-investing it to build on what you have already gained. Unless you love and use those family heirlooms, sell them if they just collect dust in the attic.<br />
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<b>What to avoid: </b>becoming a slave to your debts and material possessions. Being too attached to material things. Hoarding rather than selling.<br />
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<b>My top tip on improving your money situation:</b><br />
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Keep a written record of all your expenses, from food shopping to nights out. This way you can identify careless spending and make adjustments. Do you really need to buy that <a href="http://cosmicstore.co.uk/beware-big-brand-brainwash/" target="_blank">expensive take-away coffee from Starbucks</a>?<br />
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By writing down each and every expenditure, you gain control and make better decisions on where and what you spend your money on.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #990000;">Consult the suit of Pentacles in your money reading:</span></b><br />
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simply remove the ten cards from your deck, shuffle them and draw a card. What does it advise you to do?<br />
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Get on top of your money issues, take charge and start creating abundance with the Tarot.<br />
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<i><b><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">“You can't wait for inspiration. You have to go after it with a club.” </span></b></i><br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;">Jack London</span></b><br />
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The Tarot can be an <a href="http://www.tarotforbusiness.co.uk/2014/05/tarot-for-writers-introduction.html" target="_blank">excellent writing coach</a>.<br />
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Let the magickal scenery of the cards fuel your imagination and help you with plot and character development.<br />
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Once you are familiar with the basic card meanings, you can use spreads to help you generate ideas.</div>
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Start off with 3-card spreads to keep it simple.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #351c75;">Character Development</span></b></div>
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You can explore a character’s
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<li>Past – Present – Future
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<li>Job – Love Life – Ambitions
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<li>Strength – Weakness – Potential
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<li>Goals and Motivations – Stakes – Internal conflict
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<li>Dreams and Desires – Hopes and Fears – Inspiration
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<b>Example</b>:</div>
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<b>Job</b>: Five of Cups - Funeral Director, Bereavement Counsellor</div>
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<b>Love Life</b>: The Devil - In a co-dependent relationship; sex addiction</div>
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<b>Ambitions</b>: Six of Wands - To escape the current rut and become a travel rep</div>
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<b><span style="color: #351c75;">Story Development</span></b><br />
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Develop a plot simply with<br />
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<li>Beginning – Middle – End </li>
<li>Dilemma – Action / Climax – Resolution </li>
<li>Action – Reaction - Movement </li>
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<b>Example</b>:</div>
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<b>Beginning</b>: The Star - recovering from a serious illness</div>
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<b>Middle</b>: Queen of Wands - living life to the full </div>
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<b>End</b>: Seven of Cups - new possibilities; dreams, desires; crossroads; an open ending</div>
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<b>In order to get more specific ideas, you can pull one or two sub-cards for each position. </b><br />
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For example, how does the Queen of Wands live life to the full?</div>
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Answer: Knight of Cups, Nine of Pentacles - She falls in love with an artist 10 years her junior, and together they take on a smallholding to convert into a bird sanctuary and B&B.<br />
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<b>You can also adjust your ideas to a specific genre such as sci-fi, fantasy, crime, chick lit, horror, romance etc.</b><br />
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For example, in <b>sci-fi</b> terms, the Star could indicate a journey into space heading for an earth-like planet to find new living space for the human race.<br />
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The Queen of Wands suggests a charismatic female commander of the spaceship, whose task it is to explore the planet to see, if it is suitable as a new home for humans....<br />
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But how does the story develop according to the remaining cards? Now it's up to you to let your imagination run wild :)<br />
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I must stress that I'm not a fiction writer, so what I've come up with in this exercise may not be that brilliant, but the cards certainly made me think and challenge my imagination.<br />
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If you would like to learn the Tarot in order to use it as a story-telling tool, then consider <a href="http://www.cosmictarot.co.uk/learn-tarot/tarot-correspondence-courses/tarot-correspondence-course-for-beginners/" target="_blank">enrolling on my correspondence course</a> to unblock your blocks and accelerate your creative writing power.<br />
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Warmest wishes,<br />
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Embrace the energy of Strength by following your passion.<br />
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Be it in love, romance, work, career, education, personal growth, spirituality, life style, health, parenthood... anything that is important to you.<br />
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<i><b><span style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">“Working hard for something we don’t care about is called stress; working hard for something we love is called passion.”</span></b></i><br />
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More wisdom for 2015 associated with Strength:<br />
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<li>You don't find time to do something, you <b>make</b> it. You are the source of time.</li>
<li>Accept 100% responsibility. Don't blame it on the shitty economy, other people or bad luck. It's down to you and how you handle your inner demons that sabotage your success.</li>
<li>Stop caring about what others think of you. Have the courage to be yourself and stand by your choices with confidence. If you keep living your life to please others, then you keep stifling your potential and happiness.</li>
<li>Find pleasure in the challenge. Stretch yourself, push your comfort zone to expand your vision. The more you do it, the less you fear change and uncertainty. </li>
<li>Get in touch with yourself often. <a href="http://www.cosmictarot.co.uk/ask-the-right-questions/" target="_blank">Ask questions</a> like 'why' and 'how'. Explore your feelings, desires and experiences. Journal about them to help you grow and <a href="http://www.cosmictarot.co.uk/how-to-make-your-dreams-come-true/" target="_blank">make your dreams come true</a>. </li>
<li>Whatever you do, put your heart into it.</li>
<li>Always remember to nurture and take care of yourself. </li>
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<i><b><span style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">“There is no greater thing you can do with your life and your work than follow your passions – in a way that serves the world and you.”</span></b></i></div>
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<br />Christianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15966912046842044421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-656443700503321696.post-23308022368208600662014-11-22T11:20:00.000+00:002014-11-22T11:20:26.691+00:00The Hierophant - Fitting In Vs. Standing Out<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;"><i>“I think the reward for conformity is that everyone likes you except yourself.” </i><br />Rita Mae Brown</span></b><br /><br />
The Hierophant is a guide, mentor and teacher.<br />
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The pope-like figure in the image suggests religion and as such institutions, large organisations and rules based on dogmatic ethics, values and philosophies.<br />
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Other keywords linked to the Hierophant are tradition, ritual, conformity, society, the collective, a family business, mission statements, education, corporate power and influence.<br />
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Astrologically, the Hierophant is linked to <i><a href="http://news.cosmictarot.co.uk/2012/04/zodiac-card-of-month-hierophant.html" target="_blank">Taurus</a></i>, and in a reading this may indicate rigidity but also a need for security and stability.<br />
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When this card comes up in a reading about work and career, you may need to<br />
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<li>conform to the rules in a corporate business, if you want to be successful and move ahead in your job</li>
<li>stick to proven work methods and follow instructions consistently to produce quality work</li>
<li>get involved in education; e.g. enrol on a course related to your work, or share your knowledge and skills with others</li>
<li>make conventional and predictable choices and decisions rather than taking a risk</li>
<li>avoid innovation; just do what you've always done</li>
<li>start a long-term savings or pension plan</li>
<li>integrate into a group or team at work by adapting to their culture and customs</li>
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But does all that sound too boring for you? Does the idea of following orders make you feel uncomfortable?<br />
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Do overpowering corporations, political correctness and the same old routine stifle your true self? Are you itching to blow a whistle?<br />
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Then you may need to explore, whether you'd rather break free from "normal" and ruffle some feathers, including your own.<br />
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The Hierophant may ask you to <b>align your soul and spirit with your working life</b>, pursue a job or career that reflects your own values and inherent talent.<br />
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Challenge the status quo, confront the brainwash and speak up for yourself and others.<br />
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Get involved in charitable work, or start a volunteer project to make a positive difference in your community.<br />
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Do you prefer to be one of the sheep in the herd, or take on the role of the shepherd?<br />
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The Taurus energy makes the Hierophant reluctanct to change, but change is necessary for innovation and growth.<br />
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In <b>Tarot Magick</b>, meditate on the image of the Hierophant to gain clarity on your spiritual path and follow your own truth, to succeed in educational activities and exams, and to gain respect and recognition from others.<br />
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<b>What special message does the Hierophant hold for you today?</b><br />
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If you are a fiction or poetry writer, have you ever thought of using Tarot cards to help you <b>create your stories or </b><a href="http://news.cosmictarot.co.uk/2014/05/i-am-your-fantasy.html" style="font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">poems</a>? (here's a <i><a href="http://news.cosmictarot.co.uk/2013/06/tarot-haiku-five-of-cups.html" target="_blank">haiku</a></i>)<br />
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This idea might come as a surprise to you, if you aren't familiar with the Tarot card images and how they can be used as a <b>tool to fire your imagination</b>. <br />
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Forget fortune-telling; you can be very <b>creative</b> with a Tarot deck in different ways.<br />
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The main protagonist in a story can be associated with the <i><a href="http://news.cosmictarot.co.uk/search/label/Fool" target="_blank">Fool</a></i> in the Tarot, who embarks on some kind of journey (new experiences, events, an inner journey of self-discovery, an adventure, etc.), which leads to a yet unknown destination (<a href="http://news.cosmictarot.co.uk/2012/12/inspirational-messages-from-world.html" style="font-style: italic;" target="_blank">The World</a>). <br />
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The purpose of a story is to tell how the Fool moves from the starting position to the end of the story. Along the way, many things happen, either internally or externally.<br />
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A 78-card Tarot deck is divided into the <i>Major Arcana</i> (22 trump cards) and the <i>Minor Arcana</i> (four suits numbered Ace – 10 and 16 court cards).<br />
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The Major Arcana represents archetypal experiences, events, personalities and processes that are inherent in all of us. </div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Inhibition, self-restriction, a hostage </span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">situation, damsel in distress</span>...<span style="font-size: x-small;">what </span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">does the </span><i style="font-size: small;"><a href="http://www.tarotforbusiness.co.uk/search/label/Eight%20of%20Swords" target="_blank">Eight of Swords</a></i><span style="font-size: x-small;"> </span><span style="font-size: x-small;">tell you </span><br />
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The Minor Arcana represents everyday events and activities, with the court cards signifying 16 personality types (see also <a href="http://www.myersbriggs.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Myers-Briggs personality profiling</a>)<br />
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Shuffle a Tarot deck and pull cards at random in order to </div>
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<li>generate new ideas for a story </li>
<li>get unstuck out of your writer’s block </li>
<li>develop a character, personalities, story lines and more</li>
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One idea is to pull just one card to <b>define the central theme</b> of your story: <br />
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<li>What is it about? </li>
<li>What does the central character need to deal with?</li>
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Or you can pull one card, if you are <b>stuck in the middle of a story</b>. This one card can give you a prompt about: <br />
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<li>what happens next</li>
<li>an obstacle</li>
<li>a helper</li>
<li>an interference</li>
<li>a characteristic</li>
<li>an opportunity</li>
<li>a secret</li>
<li>a solution</li>
<li>a twist</li>
<li>the ending</li>
<li>anything else you can think of</li>
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There is much more you can do with Tarot cards to <b>accelerate your writing</b> and take it to a new level. </div>
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In the meantime, <b>if you are new to Tarot, why not check out my <a href="http://www.cosmictarot.co.uk/learn-tarot/tarot-correspondence-courses/tarot-correspondence-course-for-beginners/" target="_blank">online beginners' course</a>, so you can learn the basics and apply them to your writing</b>. </div>
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Let me know, if you're a writer, and I will adjust the course to your needs when we work together.</div>
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Warmest wishes,</div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #741b47; font-size: x-large;">Christiane</span></i></b></div>
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I'm not a social animal when it comes to maintaining my <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CosmicTarot" target="_blank">Facebook</a> pages and <a href="https://twitter.com/" target="_blank">Twitter</a> account.<br />
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I admire people, who can always engage their followers with witty, imaginative posts several times a day.<br />
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Admittedly, this is still a big learning curve for me, but I do know <b>what best to avoid when networking online</b>.<br />
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Here are some of <b>my pet hates</b> I have come across that make me unfollow Facebook pages and Twitter accounts:<br />
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<b>1. Lots of photos or status updates are posted in a short period of time cluttering up my news feed on both Twitter and Facebook. I'm not talking up to 10 a day (already quite a lot) but something like 30 - 50 in a row...</b><br />
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Stop that spam! It's really annoying. There is too much noise and information out there already. <b>Quality counts, not quantity</b>. Just remember it's so easy to unfollow or block your updates.<br />
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<b>2. Imagine getting this message: "I have just liked your page. Can you follow this link and like my page, too?"</b><br />
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Honestly...let me put this straight: I only want you to like my page, if you genuinely like it and want to engage with me. Expecting a favour in return only irritates me, but I do often reciprocate as long as you don't ask. And when I do, you will know that I genuinely like your page and want to interact with it.<br />
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<span style="color: #351c75; font-size: large;"><b>Tip</b>: If you want to promote your business with a Facebook business or personal page, increase your exposure by not only liking other pages but also <b>engaging</b> with them. A win-win for all.</span></div>
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<b>3. Auto-scheduling self-promoting posts in public Facebook groups. </b><br />
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Yes, okay, I did mention the benefits of auto-scheduling tweets and Facebook updates in <a href="http://www.tarotforbusiness.co.uk/2013/07/the-tarot-guide-to-making-twitter-work.html" target="_blank">one of my earlier posts</a>, but you are walking a thin red line, when you are auto-posting to <b>public</b> groups.<br />
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What you do with the accounts and pages you <b>own</b> is entirely up to you, but please treat public groups with respect and show up in person when you post there. Otherwise it gives the impression you just can't be bothered.<br />
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And I <b>know</b> it's an auto-scheduled post, because it says <i>via</i> <i>Hootsuite</i> at the bottom, and it's always posted at the same time every day ;)<br />
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Furthermore, auto-posting the same stuff again and again is simply spam. I had to turn off notification of some Tarot groups on Facebook, because certain members keep posting links to their website, products and services every day.<br />
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Please don't ram your stuff into my face. It's irritating, and I just block you off my radar. And I guess I'm not the only one ;)<br />
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<b>4. Addicted to auto-pilot</b><br />
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You still need to show up on your pages and respond to your followers. Don't lose the personal touch. Respond to messages and feedback in person rather than setting up auto-replies, so people feel valued and keep coming back. Automating social media tasks is helpful, but don't turn into a robot. You still need to engage with your followers.<br />
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<b>5. Twit Validation "TrueTwit"</b><br />
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One of the most irritating things on Twitter. If you use this service, rest assured that you are missing out on loads of followers, because they can't be bothered having to prove they're not robots.<br />
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The moment I receive a direct message asking me to follow a link to confirm I'm human, I unfollow straight away. Not worth my time.<br />
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So, if you use TrueTwit, consider <b>ditching </b>it. There is no need to check, if your followers are spammers; likelihood is that not many are anyway.<br />
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<b>6. Don't Rely on Social Networks</b><br />
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This is one of the worst mistakes you can make; relying too much on social media platforms to promote your business.<br />
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When you invest a lot of time creating pages on Facebook, Google+, Pinterest and so on, remember that you don't own your pages there, and therefore have no control over them. You could be shut down any moment, or your pages become less visible unless you start paying for ad fees.<br />
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Keep time you spend building your social media pages to a minimum, and instead focus on creating valuable content for your website. This is where you are in control, and eventually working on what you own will pay off.<br />
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<b>What turns you off on social media? I'd love to hear from you.</b><br />
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Warmest wishes,<br />
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-size: large;"><b><i>Christiane</i></b></span><br />
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<br />Christianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15966912046842044421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-656443700503321696.post-16037909362865536162014-04-11T12:39:00.000+01:002014-04-11T12:41:40.183+01:00Business Inspiration From The Hermit: Simplicity<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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“<i>Steve Jobs gave a small private presentation about the iTunes Music Store to some independent record label people. </i><br />
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<i>Finally Jobs said, "Wait wait — put your hands down. </i></div>
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<i>Listen: I know you have a thousand ideas for all the cool features iTunes could have. So do we. </i></div>
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<i>But we don't want a thousand features. That would be ugly. </i></div>
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<i>Innovation is not about saying yes to everything. It's about saying NO to all but the most crucial features.</i>” </div>
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- <a href="http://www.bookdepository.com/Anything-You-Want-Derek-Sivers/9781936719112" target="_blank">Derek Sivers</a></div>
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Christianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15966912046842044421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-656443700503321696.post-88861627612425788672014-03-03T15:20:00.000+00:002014-03-04T09:41:05.252+00:00The Emperor - Following Ambitions with Vision and Autonomy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The Emperor is the archetypal <b>authority</b> figure; he represents the father, the boss, government, police and the law.<br />
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His purpose is to bring<b> order</b> to chaos, create <b>structure</b> and solid <b>foundations</b>, <b>organise</b> and <b>manage</b> people.<br />
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With his <b>visionary</b> ideas and <b>strategic</b> thinking, the Emperor also sets big and bold <b>goals</b> for the future, which he is determined to achieve.<br />
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Astrologically, the Emperor is linked to <b><a href="http://news.cosmictarot.co.uk/2012/03/zodiac-card-of-month-emperor.html" target="_blank">Aries</a></b>; with his fiery energy he follows his <b>aspirations</b> and <b>ambitions</b> with decisive action fuelled by enthusiasm, confidence and a distinct competitive streak.<br />
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If necessary, he doesn't shy away from <b>conflict</b> always believing that conquest and victory are within his reach.<br />
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When the Emperor appears in a reading about your work and career, he may ask you to<br />
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<li>set yourself an ambitious goal or target; dream big, create a clear vision and build a framework of where you want to be</li>
<li>put your plans into action and persevere</li>
<li>stand up for yourself; don't let others control or intimidate you</li>
<li>re-organise your workspace, team or business to improve efficiency and productivity</li>
<li>observe your boss, a business leader or successful entrepreneur in your field of work; explore how they got to where they are today. What can you learn from them?</li>
<li>focus on logic, reason and left-brain thinking</li>
<li>take responsibility not just for your work and career but for people, too. How can you set a good example for your team and co-workers? How can you inspire others to fulfil their potential? </li>
<li>find your career niche, the place where your skills are recognised and in demand, and where you can make a difference</li>
<li>look at the bigger picture</li>
<li>view an obstacle as a challenge rather than a problem</li>
<li>be authentic and true to yourself rather than trying to fit in with other people's ideals and expectations</li>
<li>make an important decision</li>
<li>work more independently</li>
<li>resolve a conflict amicably</li>
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Promotion and <b>success</b> may well be within your reach, but also remember that the higher you rise, the deeper you can fall. </div>
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For the Emperor, failure isn't an option, but don't let your achievements get to your head.</div>
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<b>Avoid</b>: impulsiveness, lack of foresight, mistrust, being a control-freak, getting entangled in details, perfectionism, fear of delegating (tendency to micro-manage), mistrust, stress and burn-out, winning at all cost, unfair tactics (eg. backstabbing), power-tripping, abuse of power, complacency, running out of steam, being emotional.</div>
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<b>Tarot Magick</b>: meditate on the image of this card to manifest</div>
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- increased confidence - new ideas - a promotion at work - success of a project - effective <a href="http://www.tarotforbusiness.co.uk/2013/05/six-of-wands-messages-on-leadership.html" target="_blank">leadership</a> skills<br />
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<b>Related Minor Arcana Cards</b> (linked to Aries): <a href="http://www.cosmictarot.co.uk/tarot-astrology-online-course-astrological-correspondences-minor-arcana/" target="_blank">Two of Wands, Three of Wands, Four of Wands</a><br />
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<b>What message does the Emperor hold for you in your work and career? </b></div>
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Warmest wishes,<br />
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<b><i><span style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">Christiane</span></i></b><br />
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<b><span style="color: #0b5394;">Transform your life this year: </span></b><br />
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<br />Christianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15966912046842044421noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-656443700503321696.post-26173006563975064762014-01-21T13:26:00.000+00:002014-01-21T14:05:03.136+00:00Learn How To SUMO<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><b><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-small;">Eek! Beat those stressful situations with SUMO</span></b></td></tr>
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Millions of people suffer from <b>stress in the workplace</b>.<br />
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The causes are diverse - from having to meet targets and deadlines to irritating co-workers and bosses, to name but two.<br />
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Often it is easy to blow small incidences out of proportion (who's taken my holepunch again? Grrr...), or we tend to succumb to victim mentality and become all bitter and resentful, for example when overlooked for promotion and a colleague is chosen instead. Ouch.<br />
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By the time someone goes off sick due to a stress-related illness, that person may well have experienced many little incidences that one day have led to the final straw, and BOOM - a Tower moment!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Nervous breakdown,<br />a good day to start again</span></td></tr>
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Before you get to that point, I'd like to share with you a <b>stress-busting technique</b>, which I learned many years ago whilst still working my socks off in the corporate world.<br />
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I learned how to <b>SUMO</b>.<br />
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The person, who taught me, was <a href="http://www.thesumoguy.com/" target="_blank"><b>Paul McGee</b></a>.<br />
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S.U.M.O. stands for <i>Shut Up and Move On</i>.<br />
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It sounds harsh at first, but in order to avoid getting stressed about stuff, it is necessary not to get worked up so easily. Simply let go and move on.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">How many people needed<br />to put up a f*cking tent?</span></td></tr>
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It doesn't mean you have to take every crap they throw at you, but look at each incident that annoys or upsets you with more logic and reason.<br />
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How can you do that?<br />
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<b><span style="color: #0b5394;">Here are the 7 questions to help you SUMO:</span></b><br />
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<b>1. Where is this issue on a scale of 1 - 10 (10 = death)?</b><br />
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Compared to death, most people will rank their issue low and often feel much better as a result. They realise it's not that bad and move on.<br />
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<b>2. How important will this be in six months time?</b><br />
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Think: most issues are just water under the bridge six months later. If this is the case, then you may not need to answer the following questions, and skip along happily with a refreshed mindset.<br />
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<b>3. Is my response appropriate and effective?</b><br />
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Or do you have a flair for drama? If yes, for God's sake, move on. And if you want to speak your mind, choose your words wisely.<br />
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<b>4. How can I influence or improve the situation?</b><br />
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Yes, some issues are ongoing and linger in the background. They really need sorting out. You either address them appropriately or decide to accept them. Acceptance helps you reduce your stress level. Acceptance helps you to move on.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: x-small;">Defeat, hollow victory,<br />win at all cost, betrayal</span></td></tr>
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<b>5. What can I learn from this?</b><br />
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Sometimes we have to deal with big issues, such as change in the workplace, job losses, poor career prospects, disagreements and personality clashes that can be challenging. These situations always offer us a lesson to help us grow. Avoid self-pity and disillusion. Make sure, your answer to this question is empowering...and then move on.<br />
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<b>6. What will I do differently next time?</b><br />
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Apply your lessons learned. This way you are moving on.<br />
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<b>7. What can I find that's positive in this situation?</b><br />
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Losing your job or being overlooked for promotion aren't necessarily moments of joy in your life, but they can be opportunities in disguise. Every cloud has a silver lining. Time to move on.<br />
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Of course, you can <b>use the Tarot to help you answer some of the questions above</b>, if you are facing a stressful situation at work or, yes, even in your personal life. Any situation that irritates you, keeps simmering in the background or even makes your blood boil.<br />
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Shuffle your deck and pick a card for each question:<br />
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<li>How can I influence or improve the situation?</li>
<li>What can I learn from this?</li>
<li>What can I do differently next time?</li>
<li>What can I find that's positive in this situation?</li>
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I have been using the SUMO technique for many years, and learned to look at seemingly stressful situations from a new - more constructive - perspective. I hope it will serve you well, too. </div>
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Let go of being a victim, learn to SUMO instead. </div>
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Warmest wishes,<br />
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<b><i><span style="color: #351c75; font-size: x-large;">Christiane</span></i></b><br />
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PS: Make sure you visit the <a href="http://www.thesumoguy.com/" target="_blank">SUMO Guy</a> and <a href="http://www.thesumoguy.com/sumo-guy-in-action.aspx" target="_blank">watch him in action</a>. Funny and inspirational.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #990000;">Transform your life this year: </span></b><br />
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<a href="http://cosmictarot.co.uk/index_files/TarotbyEmail.htm"><b>Tarot Readings</b></a> - Insightful guidance when you need it <br />
<a href="http://news.cosmictarot.co.uk/p/learn-tarot.html"><b>Learn Tarot</b></a> - A magickal, inspirational tool for life.<br />
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For more inspiring quotes and affirmations for each card, check out my ebook <b><a href="http://www.cosmictarot.co.uk/buy-my-tarot-ebook/">Empowering Messages from the Tarot</a> </b><br />
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<br />Christianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15966912046842044421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-656443700503321696.post-57353907718803926042014-01-07T10:27:00.000+00:002014-01-21T13:29:41.645+00:00The Curse of Information Overload<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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If you are building your own business, want to learn a specific skill or more about how to advance your career, then there is no shortage of free information and advice on the internet.<br />
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<b>Have you noticed, how many teleseminars, telesummits, webinars and live recordings are out there in the virtual world?</b><br />
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I keep getting invitations to watch, listen and join loads of them, and if I did, <b>I wouldn't have any time to actually run and develop my business</b>.</div>
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Someone said to me recently: <i>"Oh, I listen to the recordings while I drive to work in the morning."</i><br />
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But when I once tried to learn Italian whilst driving to and from work, I quickly realised that I was concentrating more on the traffic than the instructions on the tape.</div>
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And of course you cannot watch a video clip while you are driving.<br />
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<b>My tip: get back to basics.</b><br />
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<b>You don't need to listen to an hour long recording </b>only to come away with "3 secrets to success" (and in return you had to sign up to that mailing list, too, which will clutter up your inbox).<br />
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<b>You don't need to watch all those videos</b>. (If a video doesn't grab you with some awesome stuff within the first 60 seconds, switch it off).<br />
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<b>You don't need to join a tedious webinar </b>to make a breakthrough.<br />
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I<b>nstead, keep it simple: read</b>. Pick up a recommended book on your chosen subject. Visit a recommended website with good quality content that you can refer back to.<br />
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Yes, it is tempting to fall for anything that is offered for free, but <b>all the fancy multimedia stuff is distracting and stops you from getting on with building your business or advancing your career.</b><br />
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Too much information isn't necessarily useful. It can make you feel inadequate. It stops you from focusing on what is important - getting things done. <br />
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<b>You don't need all those fancy apps</b> on your phone to get organised or <a href="http://www.tarotforbusiness.co.uk/2013/06/how-to-increase-your-productivity.html" target="_blank">become more productive</a>.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #990000;">What you need is the desire to create and share, an instinct to produce great work or be a shining light in your chosen career.</span></b><br />
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Sometimes you will have the urge to refresh your knowledge or learn something new, but don't get lost in it.<br />
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Perhaps you think that you have to stay up-to-date with the latest information in order to get your business or career where you want it to be. <br />
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<b>But the truth is you don’t need any more information – all you need is DIRECTION – clear step-by-step guidance without the frills. Here are some ideas:</b></div>
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1. Make a plan / Set your goal</div>
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2. Find support to implement your plan and reach your goal. This can be a family member, a good friend or someone, who shares your aspirations.</div>
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3. Be prepared to work hard without immediate success. </div>
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4. Figure out, who your ideal client /employer is, so you can target these people in your marketing and networking. Be as specific as possible. </div>
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5. What do your ideal clients / employers want? What products / services / skills are they looking for, and how can you give it to them? This also includes their hopes, dreams, fears and problems they need to resolve. How can you help them?<br />
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6. Craft your marketing / CV based on your ideal clients' / employers' wants and desires.</div>
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7. Get paid. Don't give your time away for free, consider a reduced fee trial session instead.<br />
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If you are looking at internships or work experience placements, you may not get paid in money, but make sure they will offer you a great learning experience, that will widen your horizon and generate new prospects and opportunities.<br />
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8. Keep on marketing / networking. Use <a href="http://www.tarotforbusiness.co.uk/search/label/social%20media" target="_blank">social media</a> strategically to focus on your goals.</div>
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As you can see, the "secret to success" is all about planning, taking action and staying focused. No need to enrol on numerous courses, webinars and telesummits to reach your goal.<br />
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Relax, make use of what you already know and just GET THINGS DONE.<br />
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Warmest wishes,<br />
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<i><b><span style="color: #990000; font-size: large;">"Christmas gift suggestions:<br /> <br /> To your enemy, forgiveness.<br /> To an opponent, tolerance.<br /> To a friend, your heart.<br /> To a customer, service.<br /> To all, charity.<br /> To every child, a good example.<br /> To yourself, respect."<br /> </span></b></i><br />
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If you have been out of work for a long time and sent off loads of application forms and CVs without success, I can imagine how terribly disheartening that must be.<br />
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Not only does long-term unemployment knock your confidence, it also creates anxiety and despair about the future; after all, the vast majority of people on benefits want to get back into work as quickly as possible, so they can earn money and make a decent living.<br />
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If you have recently lost your job, here are <b>my top 3 tips to implement immediately for a speedy return back into the workplace</b>:<br />
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You might think that your CV looks good and reads well, but chances are, it's not quite right yet to attract the attention of employers and get you interviews.<br />
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<b>Many people make the mistake not getting their CV done as soon as they have lost their job</b>, and they end up wondering, why they hardly get any interviews. A couple of months down the line without any success is wasted time and money.<br />
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Here in the UK, you can access free support at your local job centre, or ask them to refer you to one of their contractors. Sometimes you need to push for this, because they tend to offer this service only to people, who have been unemployed for more than six months - but <b>you don't want to be out of a job that long before you take a second look at your CV!</b><br />
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If this fails, search online for "professional cv writing service". Make sure you search for a service provider in your country, as the requirements for CVs often vary.<br />
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At this stage, be clear on the type of work you want to do but also are prepared to do, so the relevant skills, knowledge and experience are included in your CV.<br />
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<span style="color: #0b5394;"><b>2. Looking for a new job is a full-time job</b></span><br />
Only because you lost your job doesn't mean you can now sleep in. Make sure you <b>establish a daily routine </b>of getting up early, do your job searches, contact potential employers, network, etc. Keep active, including regular exercise, which will help you stay energised and motivated.<br />
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Why not join a <a href="https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/work-clubs-community-based-support-for-unemployed-people" target="_blank"><b>work club</b></a>, where you can get support and meet other people? This way you will also feel less isolated. Again, search online for "work clubs" to find one in your local area.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #0b5394;">3. Do your research</span></b><br />
Whether you want to stay in your existing career, are thinking about a new direction or even self-employment, now is the ideal time to <b>think your options through and find out more about new possibilities</b>. Talk to people in your chosen field, or even try to find some voluntary work that will keep you busy, connected to the work place but also will teach you new skills - and it looks great on your CV!<br />
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If you have been out of work for longer, and you have followed my 3 tips above, then you could <b>ask the Tarot for more insight to help you set up a new back-to-work action plan for the next 4 - 6 weeks.</b><br />
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Shuffle your deck and pick a card for each question:<br />
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<li><b>What kind of jobs am I currently attracting?</b> - Do the jobs you attract align with your skills and needs? Are you happy with what you are attracting, or do you need to make any adjustments in your presentation or the kind of jobs you are focusing on?</li>
<li><b>What impression does my CV make, when potential employers receive it?</b> - Does it catch their attention? Does it stand out? What impression do they get about your personality when they read it? What improvements can you make to it regarding content and presentation?</li>
<li><b>What impression do I make in an interview?</b> - The vibes you are radiating, e.g. energetic, positive, enthusiastic, knowledgeable, shy, introvert/extrovert or unprepared, deflated, detached etc.</li>
<li><b>What do I need to change in order to improve my chances of getting a job? </b>- Just one task you can focus on to make a difference and change your fortune.</li>
<li><b>What is coming up over the next four weeks that I need to pay attention to and can turn to my advantage?</b> - Watch out for opportunities, options, obstacles, communication issues...the card in this position contains possibilities as well as ideas how to handle them.</li>
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The Tarot is an excellent tool to stay focused at a difficult time; it's not easy getting back into employment after having been out of work for a long time, especially when it has affected your self-worth. But fortunately, <b>there is much you can do to turn your situation around</b>.</div>
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Try this spread, and please do let me know in the comment box below, what new insights you have gained from it. </div>
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I'd also like to hear from you, how you have been keeping a positive mindset, how you have got back into work and any tips you'd like to pass on to others, who are currently going through this difficult situation. </div>
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<span style="color: #741b47; font-size: large;"><b><i>Christiane</i></b></span><br />
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<br />Christianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15966912046842044421noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-656443700503321696.post-91930603101370291702013-10-20T14:56:00.000+01:002013-10-20T14:56:41.812+01:00The Empress - Gift of Creative Abundance<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b><span style="color: #6aa84f; font-size: large;"><i>“There is no time for cut-and-dried monotony. There is time for work. And time for love. That leaves no other time.” </i><br />Coco Chanel</span></b><br />
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The Empress is the creative driving force at work. As the archetypal mother figure, she is firmly in charge with love and her urge to nurture and create. She brings life into dreary surroundings with warmth and a caring attitude.<br />
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In a reading about work and career, she represents productivity, abundance, harmony and gentle but firm guidance.<br />
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Astrologically, the Empress is linked to the planet <b>Venus</b>, named after the Roman goddess of love and beauty. She loves her work space organised and tidy, with pretty pictures, plants and ornaments around to inspire her and to make her feel at home.<br />
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She also <b>takes good care of herself</b>; not only does she dress well (the Empress prefers comfortable clothing that also make her look attractive, enhancing her sensual nature), she also knows when she needs to have a break to unwind and refresh.<br />
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Associated with the element Earth, the Empress <b>thrives on stability and security</b>; major changes she has little or no control over can easily make her feel threatened and unhinge her emotionally. But she is also a practical person with the ability to stay calm in a crisis situation.<br />
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The Empress endeavours to create a <b>healthy work-life balance</b>. She isn't a career woman making frequent business trips away from home or working late into the night (unless her work is home-based). Her family will always come first, so she will choose the kind of work that will fit in with her family life, not vice versa.<br />
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When the Empress appears in a reading about work and career, she may suggest<br />
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<li>following your creative instincts</li>
<li>letting your ideas blossom and turning them into reality</li>
<li>nurturing and making use of your natural talents</li>
<li>combining passion with a more thoughtful approach</li>
<li>ruling with love; treating co-workers and associates with warmth and kindness</li>
<li>looking after your well-being</li>
<li>combining business with pleasure</li>
<li>promotion at work or a pay rise</li>
<li>being established in your position and well-respected</li>
<li>finding new inspiration in nature to stimulate new creative flow</li>
<li>focus on practicalities when considering ideas</li>
<li>imroving efficiency and cost-savings</li>
<li>building and nurturing confidence by practising self-care</li>
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The Empress also suggests <b>success</b>; embrace her energies, and you will get that job, win new clients/customers, produce amazing art or simply just become top of your game.</div>
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But be careful - have you noticed on the image how comfortably the Empress is resting on her throne of cushions? Is she resting too comfortably perhaps? </div>
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<b>Don't get complacent when things work well</b>. Always take notice of what is happening around you. No one is irreplaceable, and sometimes ideas can dry up. </div>
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Just like a mother looking after her children, get distracted for too long, and chaos is brooding in the background ;)</div>
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The Empress in a reading is a sign that you are <b>buzzing with creative energy </b>and you need to <b>make use of your inherent talents </b>to feel happy and fulfilled in your work.</div>
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However, if she comes up at a time when work isn't going that well, breathe new life into your career by following her advice and embracing her vibrant spirit.</div>
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Warmest wishes,<br /><br /><b><i><span style="color: #a64d79; font-size: large;">Christiane</span></i></b><br /><br /><br /><br /><b>Transform your life this year:</b> <br /><br /><a href="http://cosmictarot.co.uk/index_files/TarotbyEmail.htm">Tarot Readings</a> - Insightful guidance when you need it <br /><a href="http://news.cosmictarot.co.uk/p/learn-tarot.html">Learn Tarot</a> - A magickal, inspirational tool for life.<br /><br />For more inspiring quotes and affirmations for each card, check out my ebook <a href="http://www.cosmictarot.co.uk/buy-my-tarot-ebook/">Empowering Messages from the Tarot</a> <br /><br /><b>Connect with me on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/CosmicTarot">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/CosmicFaery">Twitter</a> and <a href="http://pinterest.com/cosmicfaery/">Pinterest</a>.</b><br /><br />
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Christianehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15966912046842044421noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-656443700503321696.post-58311362539603698482013-09-19T10:38:00.000+01:002013-09-19T10:38:02.785+01:00The Six-Figure Income Fairy Tale<table cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="float: left; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;"><tbody>
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It is important to dream big; <b>pursuing dreams</b> gives life purpose and meaning. We all have <b>aspirations</b>, and we <b>set our goals</b> accordingly.<br />
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The internet has brought the whole world into our homes and is offering us new ways to earn money. <b>So many possibilities and opportunities</b>.<br />
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Nowadays it's easy to create a website from nothing, and some of the best online publishing platforms such as WordPress, Blogger and Weebly are free.<br />
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<b>No need to spend money when you are starting out and want to test the water.</b><br />
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Of course, once you start to research on how to get your online business off the ground, you regularly come across websites that want to show you how you can <b>earn a staggering six figure income and get rich in a flash</b>.<br />
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And their stories is always the same: how they were broke, when they suddenly had an epiphany and turned their last 10 cents into a vast fortune.<br />
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Whether you check out their free advice or pay a fee for their products and services, trust me, <b>none of them hold a magic wand elevating you from rags to riches</b>. It is you, who has to do all the hard work.<br />
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Don't get me wrong: I'm not saying it's all a scam; I've come across some <a href="http://tinyurl.com/7rlbduh" target="_blank">very valuable advice</a> that has helped me immensely building my business, but do <b>take any claims that an e-book or e-course will help you earn big money online with a pinch of salt</b>.<br />
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Also, you don't need to sign up to all of them! The sales pitches approach you from different angles, but in the end they all have similar advice.<br />
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By all means, you can build castles in the air, but build some foundation beneath them <b>before</b> you part with any money to discover the "secrets to success":<br />
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<b><span style="color: #0b5394;">1. Find a niche</span></b><br />
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Target a specific audience. Offer something unique. Don't imitate the competition. Be yourself. Share useful content such as helping your readers solve a specific problem. Plan and lay out your website accordingly.<br />
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Your regular presence on your website is vital to connect with and build your audience. Update your blog and social media accounts on a regular basis. It takes time to build trust and loyal readers; be patient and keep going. Success doesn't happen overnight, and when it does, it usually disappears as quickly.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #0b5394;">3. Create a diverse product portfolio</span></b><br />
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Give your customers what they want and what they need; do your research. Offer products at different pricing levels, so everyone can afford something. Your website content is your marketing material. Offer the best you can for free to turn visitors into paying customers.<br />
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<b><span style="color: #38761d;">Get help from the Tarot, if you find this initial ground work challenging. </span></b><b><span style="color: #38761d;">Shuffle your deck and pull a card (or more if you like) for each question:</span></b><br />
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1. What do I need to know about my ideal niche?<br />
2. What do I need to focus on to show commitment?<br />
3. How can I improve on my portfolio?<br />
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Remember, a six-figure income is rarely achievable, but it is certainly possible to <a href="http://www.cosmictarot.co.uk/making-a-living-as-a-tarot-reader/" target="_blank">make a living doing what you love</a>, if you follow the above tips and do your groundwork.<br />
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Once you have laid these foundations, you can take your business to the next level: generate new ideas, innovate, diversify, build and nurture your tribe...evolve.<br />
<br />Warmest wishes,<br /><br /><b><i><span style="color: #741b47; font-size: large;">Christiane</span></i></b><br /><br /><br /><b><span style="color: #351c75;">Transform your life this year: </span></b><br /><br /><a href="http://cosmictarot.co.uk/index_files/TarotbyEmail.htm">Tarot Readings</a> - Insightful guidance when you need it<br /><a href="http://news.cosmictarot.co.uk/p/learn-tarot.html">Learn Tarot</a> - A magickal, inspirational tool for life<br /><a href="http://www.cosmictarot.co.uk/tarot-ebooks/">Tarot eBooks</a> - Great value, innovative Tarot study material<br /><br />Make sure you <a href="http://feeds.feedburner.com/TarotForBusiness">subscribe to my updates via email or RSS feed</a> to receive the latest content straight into your inbox.<br /><br />You can also connect with me on <a href="http://www.facebook.com/CosmicTarot">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/CosmicFaery">Twitter</a> and <a href="http://pinterest.com/cosmicfaery/">Pinterest</a>.<br /><br />
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I'm no expert when it comes to social marketing, but I have learnt some valuable lessons over the last two years about what works and what not to do.<br />
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Twitter is one of those social marketing tools, I've recently rediscovered. I'm glad I did, because it has significantly increased the number of visitors to my websites and most importantly increased my earnings.</div>
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If you are <b>serious about building a successful online business</b>, then you cannot ignore Twitter as one of your major marketing tools to achieve your goal.</div>
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The Tarot is offering some valuable advice on how to make Twitter work for you:<br />
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<b><span style="color: #0b5394;">1. Three of Pentacles (Earth)</span></b><br />
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Like with all other social networking sites, it is important to connect with the right people and <b>interact</b> with them.<br />
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If you only tweet about your latest offers and try to flog your stuff to your followers, you will be creating a lot of noise without anybody hearing.<br />
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Twitter is about <b>teamwork and collaboration</b>. Reach out to the people you follow by responding to their tweets; reply with a positive comment or retweet (RT). The idea is that they will follow you back, return the favour and this way you will gain exposure to their followers. </div>
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Be patient. You won't gain thousands of followers overnight unless you are a celebrity. You need to be <b>persistent and keep putting in some work every day</b>. If you only tweet once a week or less, then Twitter will never work for you, and you might as well just leave it altogether. </div>
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<b>Don't be tempted to buy 10,000 followers for a Fiver!</b> Yes, these offers can be found on the net, but believe me, it really is too good to be true. You just end up with low quality (often fake) followers.<br />
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If you are new to Twitter, you might be wondering what to tweet. From a technical point of view, your tweet cannot exceed more than 160 characters.<br />
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When it comes to content, quality followers always value <b>interesting, informative and humorous tweets</b>. These are the ones that are most likely to be retweeted and ultimately gain you more followers. </div>
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If you have a blog with valuable content, you can tweet links to individual blog posts. Example:</div>
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<span style="color: #674ea7;">How to create your own Tarot deck: <a href="http://ow.ly/mFurM">http://ow.ly/mFurM</a> #tarot #spirituality #photography #art</span><br />
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Notice the <b>hashtags</b>; these appeal to people with an interest in those topics and are using the Twitter search facility to find related information.<br />
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Also notice the <b>shortened link</b> to my website, which is invaluable when you have to fit your message into 160 characters or less. Use <a href="http://hootsuite.com/">hootsuite.com</a> to shorten link addresses and schedule your tweets to save oodles of time (see my no. 1 Twitter efficiency tip below).<br />
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Even if you don't yet have a lot of content on your blog, you can always provide your followers with interesting retweets. But be careful: <b>always check out the links first</b> before you RT them to avoid sharing any content that is unsuitable or contains too much advertising or pushy sales hype. </div>
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Twitter isn't an exact science, it's trial and error, so keep learning and refining your tweets and interaction.<br />
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<b>Don't get involved in any negativity</b>. Heated discussions, extreme opinions, nasty gossip and retweeting of unsavoury, possibly libellous messages won't help your business. </div>
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If you disagree with someone, there is no point in responding with a dismissive comment. If I receive a negative reply to my tweets, I will unfollow and block the person without hesitation, so the same could happen to you. Not nice, so think before you stab!</div>
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<b>Keep it professional at all times</b>. Remember, you're on Twitter to promote your business, not causing tension, getting into fights or legal disputes.</div>
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Cheer people up. Encourage them. </div>
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Most of all, enjoy it!<br />
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It's easy to make conversation with people on Twitter. I have made some great Twitter friends and in the process learned a lot from the people I follow and won new clients, too.<br />
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When you do Twitter right and you stick with it, it's a win-win.<br />
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Finally, here is my <b>number one Twitter efficiency tip</b>: auto-schedule your tweets with a social media management tool such as <a href="http://hootsuite.com/">hootsuite.com</a> or <a href="http://socialoomph.com/">socialoomph.com</a>. You can plan, save, set and publish your tweets automatically, spreading them throughout the day and night (for international followers), while you do other things or are asleep.<br />
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It is important to keep your Twitter account ticking over with <b>regular daily tweets</b> (a minimum of 10 a day at different times) to reach as many of your followers as possible. All you need to do is spend five minutes to schedule your tweets for the day, and that's all. It doesn't take as much effort as you think.<br />
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As you may have noticed the <b>four elements represented by the cards shown are carefully balanced</b>, which contributes to a successful Twitter campaign.<br />
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Yes! Applying a little bit of Tarot and Woo Magick can make your working life so much easier and open doors to new opportunities.<br />
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Wanting to boost your Twitter marketing and networking?<br />
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<b>Find out, which element you need to pay attention to at this moment in time to create a more balanced campaign.</b><br />
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Shuffle your deck and pull a card. Which element does it correspond with?<br />
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<b>Fire</b>: vision, enthusiasm, leadership<br />
<b>Water</b>: building relationships, social interactions<br />
<b>Air</b>: communicating your business message clearly and effectively<br />
<b>Earth</b>: perseverance, patience<br />
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<b>Ready to make Twitter work for you? Then don't forget to <a href="https://twitter.com/CosmicFaery" target="_blank">follow me</a> and send me a tweet. I'd love to follow you back! </b><br />
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And please do share your Twitter tips here by posting a comment below.<br />
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Warmest wishes,<br />
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<span style="color: #38761d; font-size: large;"><b><i>Christiane</i></b></span><br />
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<i><span style="color: #38761d; font-size: x-large;"><b>"Many of life's failures are people, who did not realise how close they were to success when they gave up."</b></span></i><br />
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Are you sometimes wondering at the end of a working day what you have actually achieved? After all, you were so busy<br />
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<li>researching on the internet (yeah, right :))</li>
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that you have <b>lost sight of getting the real things done</b>, the one's that generate new business, more income and also fulfil your creative and intellectual potential.<br />
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<b>Here are 7 tips inspired by the Tarot to help you regain focus and supercharge your productivity:</b></div>
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<b>1. Set your daily tasks</b>. What do you need to achieve today? Take just a few moments at the beginning of each working day to make notes of what you want to get done to get you closer to your goal.<b> </b><br />
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<b>Be like the King of Swords: clear thinking, sharp, objective, logical, taking control.</b><br />
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<b>2. Limit your social media engagement.</b> This is one of the major distractions that stops most people from getting their work done.<br />
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Most employers have banned their staff from accessing social media during work time, but if you are self-employed, then you need to apply firm self-control. You know deep down that online chats and reading people's self-centred status updates gets you nowhere.<br />
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<b>If your marketing depends on social media, consider automating it</b>. Check out <a href="https://hootsuite.com/" target="_blank">Hootsuite</a> and <a href="http://socialoomph.com/" target="_blank">SocialOomph</a> to schedule your professional Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn updates.<br />
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Use their free service to reduce repetitive social media marketing. You can create draft updates, which can be scheduled repeatedly; you only need to invest 5 minutes of your time in the morning for daily updates, or 10 minutes to auto-schedule your updates for the whole week.<br />
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Set a timer, if necessary. That's all! No more getting lost in cyberspace for hours.<br />
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<b>Be like the Two of Wands: plan your time constructively, implement new systems to increase efficiency, focus on your creative ambitions and result-orientated activities.</b><br />
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<b>3. Single-task. </b>There is a wide-spread misconception about multi-tasking, which implies that the more stuff you are trying to complete in the shortest amount of time makes you a very productive person. Not true!<br />
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Human brains are just not wired to do different things at the same time. Ultimately, the quality of your work will suffer.<br />
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For example, reduce your multiple open windows on your computer to just one. Shut down your email client, so you are not getting distracted by incoming emails, while you focus on just one task to get it done.<br />
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<b>Be like the Eight of Pentacles: keen on quality, accuracy, mastery, single-mindedness.</b><br />
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<b>4. Clear your computer clutter. </b>Do you have hundreds of email and document folders on your computer? How many emails are still in your inbox?<br />
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Maybe you are proud that you have managed to neatly categorise all your emails and documents into numerous folders, but can you remember what they all actually contain?<br />
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Chances are, a lot of those folders are no longer required (when did you last look into some of them?), or their contents is out of date. Instead, they are staring you overwhelmingly in the eye, and it is killing your productivity. Time for a cull!<br />
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Be radical; just like you de-clutter your wardrobe at home once or twice a year, do the same with your digital possessions you keep on your computer. Empty your inbox.<br />
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<b>Be like the <a href="http://news.cosmictarot.co.uk/2012/07/hermit-wisdom.html" target="_blank">Hermit</a>: reduce all that stuff, create space, simplify, back to basics, regain clarity, breathe.</b><br />
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<b>5. Take regular breaks. </b>Skipping lunch doesn't prove to your boss and co-workers that you are a hard and dedicated worker. In reality, it is a sure way to feeling drained more quickly, you lose concentration, get stressed and then make mistakes.<br />
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A ten-minute mid-morning break (make yourself a cup of tea, have a biscuit, pop to the loo) allows you some mental rest. A half-hour lunch break away from your desk helps you recharge your batteries for the afternoon ahead.<br />
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Not having a break reduces your productivity in the long-term. The world won't fall apart, if you don't respond to emails or finish that report in record time.<br />
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<b>Be like the Empress: take care of your needs so you can take care of your work in return, keep a healthy work-life balance, treat yourself with a small reward for being productive for a specified period of time.</b><br />
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<b>6. Don't be controlled by others. </b>Have you noticed how other people seem to think that their status, work and deadlines are more important than yours? "<i>This is urgent! Can you action this asap</i>." "<i>Drop everything and sort out my problem right now to avoid disaster.</i>"<br />
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These are the people, who manipulate you into deferring what is important to you to follow their own agenda. You need to discern between what is important and what is urgent. Often, other people's urgent isn't your important. Get it?<br />
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Don't get sucked into their world, otherwise your list of "urgents" can easily grow, and you just end up neglecting your own important work. Don't tolerate time-wasters.<br />
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<b>Be like the Queen of Wands: assertive, in charge of your responsibilities, determined, prioritising, bold.</b><br />
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<b>7. <a href="http://www.tarotforbusiness.co.uk/2012/08/love-work-you-do.html" target="_blank">Enjoy the work you do</a>. </b>Last but not least, if you don't like your job, it will affect your productivity, especially if you succumb to the resulting negative vibes like being moody and frustrated.<br />
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Most people aren't working in their dream jobs, but it is still possible to make the most of what you have.<br />
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Set yourself some exciting goals, beautify your workspace, be cheerful and show enthusiasm (even if you don't feel that way), be positive (after all, it could be worse!), look for training opportunities, so you have the chance to better yourself.<br />
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<b>Be like the <a href="http://www.cosmictarot.co.uk/nine-cups-contentment/" target="_blank">Nine of Cups</a>: happy, grateful, light-hearted, joyful, pleasant, nurture friendships at work.</b><br />
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What are your favourite methods to improve your productivity? </span></b><br />
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If your procrastination is driving you mad, or your workload is getting on top of you, let the Tarot help you get some clarity and focus:<br />
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<b>Shuffle your deck and ask: What can I do today to improve my productivity?</b><br />
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Draw one card - up to three cards at the most. What are they advising you to do?<br />
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Warmest wishes,<br />
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<i><b><span style="color: #351c75; font-size: large;">"I would rather trust a woman's instinct than a man's reason."</span></b></i><br />
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The High Priestess is often an enigma; she represents <b>hidden knowledge, intuition, the unconscious, stillness, counsel, secrets</b>... anything that needs deeper exploration without certainty of revelation or resolution.<br />
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As a person, the High Priestess is <b>introvert, quiet and a good listener</b>. She doesn't talk much, but when you ask her for advice, she often comes up with some <b>helpful guidance</b>. </div>
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The High Priestess doesn't get involved in gossiping, but she loves <b>observing people</b> and forms her own opinions, which she keeps to herself.</div>
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When you meet the High Priestess in a working environment, all you see is the tip of the iceberg. If you want to see the whole picture, you have to dive deep, which takes time, effort and patience. For example, the High Priestess may <b>seem slow and passive at first</b>, but over time you realise she is incredibly <b>efficient in an effortless sort of way</b>.<br />
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She isn't leadership material (and she really doesn't want to be in charge), but the High Priestess can have a <b>powerful influence with her counselling skills and inherent wisdom</b> a leader often relies upon when difficult decisions have to be made. She likes to rule quietly in the background, happy for someone else to take the limelight.</div>
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More and more hidden gems are gradually revealed, but of course be prepared to discover the odd <b>weakness</b>, too, which the High Priestess is very eager to keep hidden. Watch out for <b>fragility, indecisiveness, ambivalence, changeability, shiftiness, spinelessness and loss of power</b>.<br />
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Astrologically, she is linked to the <b>moon</b>, which can make her susceptible to moodswings, insecurities, self-doubt and hormonal imbalance. Therefore she can indicate trouble in a workplace where mostly women are employed, or if you have to connect and collaborate with other women on a project.</div>
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In a reading about your work, career and business life, the High Priestess offers the following advice:</div>
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<li>listen rather than talk</li>
<li>wait and see, rather than take action</li>
<li>trust your intuition, facts are not always what they seem to be</li>
<li>only offer advice or share your opinion when you are asked for it</li>
<li>calm down</li>
<li>don't get involved in drama</li>
<li>be observant and learn from what you see</li>
<li>research thoroughly</li>
<li>accept nothing at face value</li>
<li>first impressions count, but remain open and receptive to all possibilities</li>
<li>your creative ideas have great potential, but they need refining and a clear plan for action</li>
<li>meet uncertainty with patience; don't panic</li>
<li>take your time, slow down</li>
<li>keep personal and sensitive information strictly confidential</li>
<li>choose your words wisely</li>
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In <b>Tarot Magick</b>, meditate on the image of the High Priestess to enhance the power of your intuition, stay calm when faced with stressful situations, uncover secrets and hidden knowledge, and develop your counselling abilities.<br />
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<b>What advice is the High Priestess offering you today? </b><br />
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<b>The traditional meaning of the <i>Six of Wands</i> relates to accomplishment, public recognition, praise, victory and success, but the image also depicts a leader and his followers. </b><br />
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This card can suggest a recent promotion into a managerial position, or having gained more followers/fans/investors, who openly support your project or business venture.<br />
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Either way, effective leadership is an important means to get to this point, especially leading by example.<br />
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<b>What leadership lessons does the Six of Wands teach us?</b> The rider on the image seems to take success in his stride and keeps moving forward. There is no time to be complacent. He's certainly not resting on his laurel.<br />
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When you draw this card in a reading, it may indicate an achievement, but it can also ask you to <b>develop and nurture some leadership qualities</b>, that can help you reach your goal. Which ones do you need to focus on? Here are some quotes relating to the Six of Wands, which may give you a few ideas:<br />
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<i>"A leader is one who knows the way, goes the way, and shows the way." </i><br />
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- John C. Maxwell<br />
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<i>"It is better to lead from behind and to put others in front, especially when you celebrate victory when nice things occur. You take the front line when there is danger. Then people will appreciate your leadership." </i></div>
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- Nelson Mandela<br />
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<i>"If you want to see the true measure of a man, watch how he treats his inferiors, not his equals."</i><br />
- J. K. Rowling<br />
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<i>"Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower." </i><br />
- Steve Jobs<br />
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<i>"A leader is best when people barely know he exists, when his work is done, his aim fulfilled, they will say: we did it ourselves." </i></div>
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- Lao Tzu<br />
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<i>"The challenge of leadership is to be strong, but not rude; be kind, but not weak; be bold, but not bully; be thoughtful, but not lazy; be humble, but not timid; be proud, but not arrogant; have humour, but without folly." </i></div>
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- Jim Rohn<br />
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<i>"He that cannot obey, cannot command." </i></div>
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