I have read in an online dictionary that the definition of ‘Peace’ is the absence of conflict. Personally, I do not prescribe to such a translation, whereas it first is dependent on the negative concept of conflict and this terminology lends to a utopian idea which is unattainable. If we are to seek “Peace” as based on this definition, then we will have very brief episodes (at split second insta

It can be very hard for the successful businesswoman to find love. Some of us will date around just to see how fabulous we still are despite being regarded as “intimidating” or “unapproachable” by the majority of the male species (those below us). Some of us do this to, believe or not, redeem self-esteem, after being alone for so long. After a tumultuous break-up, my friend decided that she

There are, in general, two types of people when it comes to pursuing their goals. These are the “goal” people and the “river” people. Both the terms and the definitions were coined by the late Earl Nightingale, regarded as one of the best self-help gurus ever. When it comes to business, both of these have their own potential uses and applications, as well as roles that they’d be very g

It’s all about the customer. That is an attractive thing to say. Especially when the customer is listening. The customer is always right is another of the lies that we like to share, but we know that the customer has to prove that he is right by reaching into his wallet! So rather than “it’s all about the customer”, as long as it is just us here, let’s be honest and say that it is all

A home office is a double-edged sword. On one hand, it avoids the cost of having to rent commercial space. This means that there is either no longer a need for that kind of money or it can be used to maintain operations for just a little bit longer, until the venture becomes profitable. However, there is also the problem of being distracted. Studies have shown that people are more likely to become easily distracted

There was a time when sailing was an essential part of daily life. Like horseback riding before the invention of automobiles, sailing was one of the few fastest ways to get around. Before there were thrill-seekers and Discovery Channel adventurers, sailors risked life and limb to discover new lands, chart sea routes, and deliver passengers and goods between the fledgling nations. Unfortunately, with the advent of m