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SITE: http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-148-myth-warriors-series-you-get-no-more-out-of-life-than-you-demand---edythe-heslip.html SHOW NOTES: In the MYTH WARRIORS™ series we are targeting ideas to begin to assess whether they are credible or not. We are warriors fighting to establish clarity between what is accurate and what is simply a myth (or falsehood) in life. All of this is in furtherance of our mission to surpass our goals! In this episode we delve into the somewhat deceptively simple concept of, You Get No More Out of Life Than You Demand.” - Edythe Heslip Full disclosure, Ms. Edythe Heslip (née Edythe Eulalia Boyd, Anderson Heslip, June 25, 1924 - March 3, 2010) was my paternal grandmother and an incredibly powerful person. She was a businesswoman who took over a prosperous family funeral home that she inherited from her uncle.  She managed that business for several more decades (my uncle was the mortician). She was also an educator, teaching elementary school for decades in public schoo

SITE: http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-147-management-magicians-series-being-powerful-is-like-being-a-lady-if-you-have-to-say-you-are-you-arenrsquot.html SHOW NOTES: Our MANAGEMENT MAGICIANS™ series is dedicated to those exceptional few who step forward to serve as guides, sages and responsible parties for others in pursuit of the greater good for society and their organization! These are managers who redefine their job titles to ensure their own personal contentment as they motivate, monitor and mentor their team members each day. The “magic” that a talented manager is able to create changes their lives, the lives of their team members and ripples throughout the larger society. We salute their sacrifices and share their techniques and “secrets” to achieving sustained positive experiences for themselves, clients, customers, peers, team members, and the public at large!  In this episode, our topic is, "Being Powerful is Like Being a Lady. If You Have to Say You Are, You Aren’t.” This quote is at

SITE: http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-146-educatorsrsquo-eden-series-sage-on-the-stage-good-bad-obsolete.html SHOW NOTES: This episode is part of our EDUCATORS’ EDEN™ series wherein we explore the paradise that the most passionate, creative and committed educators create for themselves, their students, peers, administrations and institutions! “There is only one good, knowledge, and one evil, ignorance.” - Socrates. This series acknowledges the power of education! Those fortunate enough to be educators share knowledge to ensure that their love of learning is able to flourish and thrive in a version of eden! Teaching (any students, in any format, in any setting) is honorable and one of the most special endeavors that humans engage in. “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.” - Nelson Mandela

SITE: http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-145-joyful-art-of-business-series-reciprocity-is-it-required-for-professional-success.html SHOW NOTES: JOYFUL ART OF BUSINESS: “RECIPROCITY! Is it REQUIRED for Professional Success?” This episode is part of our JOYFUL ART OF BUSINESS™ series wherein we explore how to combine the positive benefits of our professional endeavors (“business”) with the overall positive emotional return on our efforts (“joy”). Our episode topic is, “RECIPROCITY! Is it REQUIRED for Professional Success?” This show brings this song lyric to mind, “Tell me who I have to be to get some reciprocity.” (Song: Ex-factor, Album: The Miseducation Of Lauryn Hill, Artist: Lauryn Hill, Songwriters: SCOTT, THOMAS WRIGHT / HILL, LAURYN N.)

SITE: http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-144-financial-fierceness-series-why-i-love-paying-taxes-seriously.html SHOW NOTES: This episode is part of our FINANCIAL FIERCENESS!™ series! This series integrates our financial goals into our development plan for surpassing our goals. We deal with the specific issues we need to explore in order to achieve (and surpass) our financial goals. In this episode we are examining the issue of “Why I LOVE Paying Taxes! Seriously." Sharing. It is not something that comes easily to all of us humans! Definition of SHARE: ": to let someone else have or use a part of (something th

SITE: http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-143-joyful-art-of-business-series-replace-try-with-do.html SHOW NOTES: This episode is part of our JOYFUL ART OF BUSINESS™ series wherein we explore how to combine the positive benefits of our professional endeavors (“business”) with the overall positive emotional return on our efforts (“joy”). Our episode topic is, “Replace ‘TRY’ with ‘DO’!” Words matter. "I'm going to try to...(get a new job, buy a house, get in shape, complete my degree, etc.). What does that really mean?  Definition of TRY: ": to make an effort to do something : to attempt to accomplish or complete something" Try. (n.d.). Retrieved July 13, 2014, from http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/try Definition of DO: to bring to pass :  carry out Do. (n.d.). Retrieved July 13, 2014, from http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/do When you say that you are "going to try" or that you are "trying" it does not mean anything. It leads to confusion as some people will erroneously interp

SITE:  http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-142-myth-warriors-series-if-it-was-easy-everyone-would-do-it.html SHOW NOTES: In the MYTH WARRIORS™ series we are targeting ideas to begin to assess whether they are credible or not. The topic for this episode is, “If It Was EASY, Everyone Would Do It.” Definition of EASY-  “: not hard to do : not difficult : free from pain, trouble, or worry : not hurried” Easy. (n.d.). Retrieved June 16, 2014, from http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/easy Do you expect things to be easy? If so, why? What is the joy in accomplishing something that is easy?  Let’s discuss! © Courtney Anderson Enterprises LLC  CourtneyAnderson.com   Info@CourtneyAnderson.com

SITE: http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-141-financial-fierceness-series-why-ultra-wealthy-beyond-rich-people-love-bargains-and-why-you-should-too.html SHOW NOTES: This episode is part of our FINANCIAL FIERCENESS!™ series! This episode is,”Why ultra-wealthy (beyond “rich”) people love bargains (and why you should too)!” Have you ever heard the stereotype that rich people are cheap?  CONSIDER: - "the biggest barrier to becoming rich is living like you're rich before you are."  Read more at http://www.kiplinger.com/slideshow/spending/T037-S001-frugal-habits-of-the-super-rich/index.html?ss_last=3#XAd5FFCGeo4gCucZ.99 “Being cheap helps you to become rich. It doesn’t happen by accident. And, as many wealthy, un-flashy people know personally, being cheap helps you to remain comfortably well-off. […] it’s the wannabes—the “aspirationals”—who are always drive new cars, wearing designer labels, dropping big bucks on swanky dinners. Often, these folks aren’t rich, though they try so desperately to appea

SITE: http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-140-help-situation-spotlight-series-how-do-i-know-when-to-never-give-up-versus-when-to-let-it-go.html SHOW NOTES:  In our HELP! SITUATION SPOTLIGHT™ series, we shine the light on challenges that community members have shared. This episode is, "How do I know when to 'Never Give Up!' versus when to 'Let it Go.'?" The “answer” to this question is to “Never Give Up” when positive outcomes are occurring the majority of the time (i.e., “it is working”) and to “Let It Go” when negative outcomes are occurring the majority of the time (i.e., “it is not working”).  How do you figure this formula (if positive outcomes are occurring the majority of the time or negative ones are instead) out? You must make a written inventory. Do not trust a mental list as you are going to be heavily influenced by what you have as a predetermined result. For example, if you are trying to determine if you should never give up your current job, if you are frightened of change you will po

SITE: http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-139-joyful-art-of-business-series-are-you-a-prisoner-of-your-own-hope-unhappy--hoping-for-change.html SHOW NOTES: This episode is part of our JOYFUL ART OF BUSINESS™ series wherein we explore how to combine the positive benefits of our professional endeavors (“business”) with the overall positive emotional return on our efforts (“joy”). Our episode topic is, ”Are you a prisoner of your own hope (i.e. unhappy & hoping for change)?” HOPE: “to want something to happen or be true and think that it could happen or be true” Hope. (n.d.). Retrieved June 19, 2014, from http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/hope We must have hope to be able to imagine and envision our goals. It is required. The challenge is that we have to balance and combine hope with action. Hope + Action = Positive Outcome If we rely exclusively on hope, we will not take any action to ensure our individual happiness. Even if someone wins the lottery or inherits large sums of wealth, th

SITE: http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-138-educatorsrsquo-eden-series-teaching-the-underachiever.html SHOW NOTES: This episode is part of our EDUCATORS’ EDEN™ series! This specific episode is, “Teaching the Underachiever!”  Underachiever: : someone (such as a student or athlete) who does not perform as well or work as hard as he or she can Underachiever. (n.d.). Retrieved June 18, 2014, from http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/underachiever  Why? - Capable and unmotivated students - Motivated and unskilled students “The phenomenon known as “stereotype threat.” Members of groups believed to be academically inferior — African-American and Latino students enrolled in college, or female students in math and science courses — score much lower on tests when reminded beforehand of their race or gender.” (http://www.nytimes.com/2012/10/07/opinion/sunday/intelligence-and-the-stereotype-threat.html?_r=0) -Combat your stereotypes (what you think about students)  -Combat stereotype threat (what

SITE: http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-137-myth-warriors-series-taking-college-courses-online-is-easy.html SHOW NOTES: In the MYTH WARRIORS™ series we are targeting ideas to begin to assess whether they are credible or not. The topic for this episode is, “Taking college courses online is easy!” This is a myth. If you already have completed one or more college degrees, it is a myth yet you have a higher probability of success with this modality of college classes (as college classes are not easy whether online or on campus). Is it “true” that many people are taking online college courses? Yes. “According to Columbia University’s Community College Research Center, for example, about seven million students — about a third of all those enrolled in college — are enrolled in what the center describes as traditional online courses.” (http://www.nytimes.com/2013/02/19/opinion/the-trouble-with-online-college.html?_r=0) If everyone is doing it (i.e., it is popular), it must be easy, right? Wrong. “Stu

SITE: http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-136-help-situation-spotlight-series-i-am-addicted-to-approval-from-everyone.html SHOW NOTES: This episode is, “I Am Addicted to Approval (from everyone)!” What is the definition of “Approval?” : the belief that something or someone is good or acceptable : a good opinion of someone or something  Approval. (n.d.). Retrieved June 10, 2014, from http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/approval What is the definition of “Addicted?”: a strong and harmful need to regularly have something (such as a drug) or do something (such as gamble) Addiction. (n.d.). Retrieved June 10, 2014, from http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/addiction What is the reason for the the addiction to approval (from everyone)?  It is the core belief that, “I am not good (enough).” So, you try to “fix it” by seeking out other people to make you feel “good enough” (but they are not able to counter your internal belief so you stay stuck in pain). How to “fix it?” Change your belie

SITE: http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-135-joyful-art-of-business-series-lead-follow-or-get-out-of-the-way.html SHOW NOTES: Our topic is, “Lead. Follow. Or, get out of the way.” Who originated this quote? Thomas Paine? US General George S. Patton? What does the quote mean? That we must take responsibility for those instances when we are driven to lead with our vision. We must invest the time and resources to define, refine and communicate our vision to others. We have to ensure that we are treating ourselves and others with kindness and respect. We should be leaders, followers and those who get out of the way at different times in our lives. When we are followers, we must take responsibility and refuse all offers for us to lead. We are in this role to balance our lives and must insist that others understand and accept that. When the role of follower is excessive (in terms of time or other resources), we must take responsibility for our decision to get out of the way. We should not feel obligat

SITE: http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-134-joyful-art-of-business-series-who-told-you-that-you-werenrsquot-good-enough-why-do-you-believe-them.html SHOW NOTES: This episode is part of our JOYFUL ART OF BUSINESS™ series wherein we explore how to combine the positive benefits of our professional endeavors (“business”) with the overall positive emotional return on our efforts (“joy”). Our episode topic is, "Who told you that you weren’t good enough? Why do you believe them?” Who is your source for the information (that you are not “good enough”)? Are they a credible source? Definition of Credible: : able to be believed : reasonable to trust or believe : good enough to be effective Credible. (n.d.). Retrieved June 15, 2014, from http://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/credible What is their motive for telling you this?  Are they trying to take advantage of you?  Are they trying to sell you something?  Are they using you for their own motive? Why do you believe this information (that you

SITE: http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-133-educatorsrsquo-eden-series-how-to-handle-grade-disputes-i-never-got-a-_-grade-before.html SHOW NOTES: This episode is part of our EDUCATORS’ EDEN™ series! This specific episode is, “How to Handle Grade Disputes (I never got a ___ grade before)!” In some cultures student grade disputes are rare, in some they are nonexistent and in some they are frequent. The educator is not able to control the social norms and cultural expectations of an entire locale. Other than an educator selecting where they will teach, they must accept the schema that is operational in that culture in regards to educators and disputing their renderings (e.g., grades). If an educator selects to teach in a locale where student grade disputes occur, they must accept that there is nothing that they will be able to do to prevent them. They are part of the cultural expectation. There are steps that the educator may take to be optimally prepared for them and to remove all anxiety or conce

SITE: http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-132-help-situation-spotlight-series-something-awesome-happened-in-my-life-but-no-one-else-is-happy-for-me.html SHOW NOTES: In our HELP! SITUATION SPOTLIGHT™ series, we shine the light on challenges that community members have shared. This episode is, “Something AWESOME happened in my life! But no one else is happy for me.”  Good times! Something AWESOME has happened! This is one of those moments that make life exquisite! CONGRATULATIONS!  Yet, “no one else is happy” for you. So, the soaring joy you were feeling crashes and burns. Now, you are sad, disappointed and hurt.  -Are you being accurate with the assertion that “no one” is happy for you? Are you taking for granted your grandparents (i.e., “they don’t count as they have to be nice to you.”)? -Are you hurt that “someone special” who you want to be happy for you isn’t (boss, new boyfriend, best friend, etc.)? Stop it.  -Even if you authentically do not have anyone else who is happy for you (e.g

SITE: http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-131-management-magicians-series-i-am-lucky-my-team-is-marvelous-how-do-i-get-them-to-stay.html SHOW NOTES: Our MANAGEMENT MAGICIANS™ series is dedicated to those exceptional few who step forward to serve as guides, sages and responsible parties for others in pursuit of the greater good for society and their organization! In this episode, our topic is, “I am Lucky! My Team is Marvelous! How do I get them to stay?” First, we don’t plan on “luck” (if it happens fine, that is just an extra bonus in life)! So, let’s discard that part of the show title (it is usually used for self-deprecation and humility). Good choices have played a large part in having a “marvelous team.” Let’s focus on those aspects of the situation. Here are 10 tips for ensuring maximum employee engagement and retention (aka, how to get them to stay): 1) It is about them, not you. 2) Repeat #1. 3) Give them control of their lives. 4) Get out of their way. 5) Share your appreciation and g

SITE: http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-130-myth-warriors-series-trying-to-lean-on-someone-who-bends-is-futile.html SHOW NOTES: In the MYTH WARRIORS™ series we are targeting ideas to begin to assess whether they are credible or not. The topic for this episode is, “Trying to lean on someone who bends is futile.” In many shows we share quotes from famous (or infamous) or notable individuals. Yet, information comes from all types of sources. I found the quote that is the show topic at http://forums.narcolepsynetwork.org/index.php?/topic/6237-breaking-up-cuz-he-just-doesnt-care/. We are not evaluating the credibility of this public internet discussion forum, but instead are assessing the content of the assertion. Is it a myth that when we try to lean on (emotionally or physically) someone who bends that it will be pointless (or futile)? If our goal is to lean on someone and remain standing (literally or figuratively), it is logical that if I lean on someone for support (to remain standing) and they

SITE: http://www.courtneyanderson.com/swca-episode-129-help-situation-spotlight-series-i-went-to-school-but-never-finished-how-can-i-use-the-education-i-have.html SHOW NOTES: This episode is, “I went to school…but I never finished! How can I use the education that I currently have?” The short “answer,” you can’t. You need to go back and complete school. The value in a credential is in obtaining the credential. Now that we have answered what to do (go back to school), the next step for you to determine is how (what school, when, etc.)! Why? Educational attainment in the United States, Age 25 and Over (2013) Education    Percentage High school graduate    88.15% Some college    58.33% Associate's and/or Bachelor's degree    41.50% Bachelor's degree    31.66% Master's and/or Doctorate and/or professional degree    11.57% Doctorate and/or professional degree    3.16% Doctorate    1.68% https://www.census.gov/hhes/socdemo/education/data/cps/2013/tables.html “Persons with doctorates in the United Stat