Saturday, April 27, 2013

10 Tips for sing computers and digital space by David Pogue of NY Times




1. Hit Space bar to scroll down one page
2. On a form when you get to state - dont open pop up... just type letter of your state over and over
3. control + to make larger control - to make smaller
4. Space bar twice to put full stop and
5. Hit call button for last #
6. call and leave a message - instructions... just press # to cut out message and get to the beep. (different by caller)
7.  Google - dictionary - definition or fa database, unit or currency conversion
8. Highlight a word - dont drag... just double click the word - can just type over it to delete
9 Shutterlag of camera... press halfway... and then press
10. press B to black out slide then b again to take you back - or w to white out, then again to unwhite.

Monday, April 15, 2013

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90year old Regina's 45 lessons of life


Written by Regina Brett, 90 years old, of the Plain Dealer, Cleveland , Ohio .

"To celebrate growing older, I once wrote the 45 lessons life taught me. It is the most requested column I've ever written.

My odometer rolled over to 90 in August, so here is the column once more:

1. Life isn't fair, but it's still good.

2. When in doubt, just take the next small step.

3. Life is too short - enjoy it.

4. Your job won't take care of you when you are sick. Your friends and family will.

5. Pay off your credit cards every month.

6. You don't have to win every argument. Stay true to yourself.

7. Cry with someone. It's more healing than crying alone.

8. It's OK to get angry with God. He can take it.

9. Save for retirement starting with your first paycheck.

10. When it comes to chocolate, resistance is futile.

11. Make peace with your past so it won't screw up the present.

12. It's OK to let your children see you cry.

13. Don't compare your life to others. You have no idea what their journey is all about.

14. If a relationship has to be a secret, you shouldn't be in it.

15. Everything can change in the blink of an eye, but don't worry, God never blinks.

16.. Take a deep breath. It calms the mind.

17. Get rid of anything that isn't useful. Clutter weighs you down in many ways.

18. Whatever doesn't kill you really does make you stronger.

19.. It's never too late to be happy. But it's all up to you and no one else.

20. When it comes to going after what you love in life, don't take no for an answer.

21. Burn the candles, use the nice sheets, wear the fancy lingerie. Don't save it for a special occasion. Today is special.

22. Over prepare, then go with the flow.

23. Be eccentric now. Don't wait for old age to wear purple.

24. No one is in charge of your happiness but you.

25. Frame every so-called disaster with these words 'In five years, will this matter?'

26. Always choose life.

27. Forgive

28. What other people think of you is none of your business.

29. Time heals almost everything. Give time time.

30. However good or bad a situation is, it will change.

31. Don't take yourself so seriously. No one else does.

32. Believe in miracles.

33. God loves you because of who God is, not because of anything you did or didn't do.

34. Don't audit life. Show up and make the most of it now.

35. Growing old beats the alternative of dying young.

36. Your children get only one childhood.

37. All that truly matters in the end is that you loved.

38. Get outside every day. Miracles are waiting everywhere.

39. If we all threw our problems in a pile and saw everyone else's, we'd grab ours back.

40. Envy is a waste of time. Accept what you already have, not what you need

41. The best is yet to come...

42. No matter how you feel, get up, dress up and show up.

43. Yield.

44. Life isn't tied with a bow, but it's still a gift."

45. "Remember, life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away."









Thursday, April 11, 2013

Join us to see how you can maximise government grants and incentives - for Victorian Companies


Small and Medium Businesses have a unique opportunity here in Victoria. Fortunately our State government has a soft spot for SME's and there are a variety of government grants that you may eligible for.
Its not easy being a small business, and not easy getting funding either. As most of you know, there are 3 ways of getting funding for your business.
1) Capital raising
2) Lending from banks
3) grants- where you get money without giving equity or a financial risk.

On Monday Evening you will hear from BSI's leading experts in the field on how to get and apply for a government grant. Whether it be export markets, research and development or funding to train your team, you will be presented with current information that will help you and your business.

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    Tuesday, April 09, 2013

    Join Wayne Schwass and me at an evening on how you can Maximise Government Grants available to you


    To my Victorian Subscribers.... join us at  an evening where you can find out how to maximise government grants that may be available to you including .

    CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
    • the Export Market Development Grant (EMDG scheme administered by Austrade)
    • The R&D Tax Rebate
    • Commercialisation Australia
    • Various State and Federal Training Programmes
    • The new Victorian Innovation Vouchers Programme
    What is the new Victorian Innovation Vouchers Programme?  – As a business owner you could be entitled to up to $10,000 toward Business Coaching, enhancing your own knowledge, leadership and skill base to increase productivity, improve your marketing, sales, innovation and profits and bring about positive change across your entire business.

    In other words, if you are committed to significantly improving your business, innovating for growth and you qualify, the Government may assist you for it to the tune of $10,000 to do so!

    Further, the Victorian Business Research and Development Voucher Program connects companies with Universities, CSIRO and research institutes and can fund your business up to $25,000.

    Find out if you qualify for Government Funded Dollars for the Growth of your Business on the evening on Monday April 15.

    Attend this Seminar, hear from the experts and find out more about these grants and if your business is eligible for assistance. Specifically, Michael, Ivan and Brendan will provide key insights, essential knowledge and strategic advice on:
    • What grants are available
    • How to access these funds;
    • Your eligibility criteria;
    • How you can qualify;
    • Explore different options of maximising your return.
    We are delighted to have the legendary Wayne Schwass host this event  - Wayne is one of the most highly rated performers in the AFL history, playing 282 AFL games over 14 years with the North Melbourne Football Club (1988-1997) and the Sydney Swans (1998-2002).

    Wayne is an awesome  AFL Broadcaster on TV, radio and online with AFL.com, AFL Live, Triple M Footy and AFL Central- hosting such shows as Off The Bench TV, Footy Feast and calling AF on the AFL Live.

    Wayne will share with us the challenges about trying to secure funding from his experiences raising $1M for the charity he founded (thee Sunrise Foundation, and the importance of fundraising, how to do it, why and whose responsible.  This insight will be both motivating and beneficial for all SME's on their journey to secure funding for their businesses.
    There are only 20 seats left for this event, so you’ll need to book NOW by simply clicking here to register or calling 02 9262 3333 and asking for Rachael.
    • Where: Melbourne Parkview Hotel, 2 St Kilda Road, Melbourne
    • Date: Tuesday, 14 May
    • Time: 6.30pm
    • Expert Presenters: Michael Lynch, Ivan Kaye & Brendan Hook
    • Your Hosts & Sponsors: 10X & BSI
    • Single Ticket: $45, tax deductible

    • Multiple Tickets: 2 for $60, Of course, tickets include comprehensive reference materials and refreshments.
    I look forward to discovering what’s potentially available for your business at this special event.
    I will keep an eye out for your registration to attend.

    Monday, April 08, 2013

    Happiness

    From an excerpt if Jonathan Sacks - celebrating life:-

    Happiness is a close relative of faith - faith as a form of attention, mindfulness, not taking things for granted, of giving thanks, faith as the courage to make and keep commitments, of which relationships and trust are born.

    In the movie "life is beautiful" - a film about the holocast, it portrayed the power of the human spirit to defeat tragedy by celebrating life in the midst of suffering.







    Sunday, April 07, 2013

    What is your personal brand-know yourself

    What are 4 or 5 words that people would use to describe you?
    What are 4 or 5 words that you would like people to use to describe you?

    What is the gap?

    What do you need to do to become congruent?

    Your personal brand has the capacity to attract success in business or life.

    Align this with your character ( values) and personal preferences ( what excites you and makes you passionate) and become the leader you want to be.

    (Excerpt from Mandy Holloway - inspiring courageous leaders)

    Thursday, April 04, 2013

    At its meeting the Reserve Bank Board announced it was leaving the cash rate unchanged at 3.0%.


    Whilst the official rate is unchanged, we're watching closely what the banks do with their rates, as some of Australia's biggest lenders have decided to make changes to their rates regardless of official interest rate moves by the RBA.
    Please get in touch if you would like to discuss recent rate movements and if you have time, let's conduct a quick review of your finance options.

    Regards,
    Danny Luu
    Liquidity Finance Pty Ltd
    Mailing address
    Suite 701, Level 7, 14 Martin Place
    Sydney NSW 2000

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    Tel: 02 9290 2777 | Mob: 0414 717 398| Fax: 02 9262 5788
    Email: danny.luu@liquidityfinance.com.au
    Web: www.liquidityfinance.com.au

    Tuesday, April 02, 2013

    Everything You Need To Know About Getting the Government to Fund Your Business Further


    Find out if you qualify for Government Funded Dollars for the Growth of your Business on the evening on Monday April 15 (Melbourne Park View Hotel)

    Attend this Seminar, hear from these experts and find out more about these grants if your business is eligible for assistance. Specifically, Michael, Ivan and Brendan will provide key insights, essential knowledge and strategic advice on:

    What grants are available
    How to access these funds;
    Your eligibility criteria;
    How you can qualify;
    Explore different options of maximising your return.

    There are only 50 seats available for this event, so you’ll need to book NOW by simply clicking here to register or calling 02 9262 3333 and asking for Raechel.