Productivity is essentially the measure of efficiency of a person completing a task. We often think productivity equates to accomplishment but this often isn’t true. Sometimes we keep ourselves so busy that we never get around to working on our goals. Perfectionists especially have a tendency to do this, always waiting till everything is in order and just so before they can start working on their goals. Continue reading Productivity: Strategies that Work
Seeking out new innovative ideas, life philosophies, business practices, wealth management strategies, health and wellness data, and ideas for income streams provides opportunities for us to grow personally and professionally. We can tap into our intuitive intelligence and expand our thinking on a continuous basis to life our fullest life. Continue reading Do Something Great: Growth and Innovation
Rochester Hills Public Library (RHPL) and Rochester Writers have once again partnered for the second annual Author Fair featuring local and regional writers in a variety of genres. This year the event will be online and include nearly thirty local authors in recorded on-camera interviews. Continue reading Rochester Hills Public Library & Rochester Writers hold Second Annual Author Fair this Weekend
Grandma’s gone. Now Sukey races against time to unravel the mysteries of a puzzling inheritance – a sock drawer – from a grandmother she was forbidden to know. A note and a key to Grandma’s “most precious treasure” sends Sukey on wild adventures with unexpected twists and turns. Will Sukey learn the truth about her grandmother, unlock the questions that will lead to peace, and connect her fragmented family? And, can she find the answers before an estate sale ends everything? Author Sue Agauas’ first full-length novel, Grandma’s Sock Drawer, delivers for readers and receives rave reviews. Continue reading Michigan Author’s Debut Novel Receives Rave Reviews
For years I tried various lotions and could not tolerate many of them. After using any one brand for more than a year, it would begin to make my skin sting and turn red. Chemical fragrances burned my eyes. I searched high and low in the “organic” and “natural” care sections of health food stores but kept finding products with ingredients such as… Continue reading Love Your Skin: Healthy Homemade Lotion
Every morning when I wake up, I name at least three things I am thankful for. They include the people I love, my home, and the activities that I enjoy doing, which includes my work projects. Continue reading An Expression of Gratitude
Rochester’s literary scene comes alive during Shop Small Saturday’s Author Fair hosted by the Rochester Hills Public Library, in partnership with Rochester Writers on Saturday, November 30 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This literary event offers the chance to discover intriguing local authors from a variety of genres. The event will feature a mix of traditionally published and self-published works. Find adventure in a … Continue reading Shop Small Saturday Author’s Fair celebrates Michigan Authors
I recently presented my Vision Board Workshop at the Royal Oak Public Library and it was such a wonderful experience that allowed me to connect with people. I shared some aspects to consider before creating a goal as well as tips and techniques to use once a vision Board has been created. During the second half of the workshop we created mini vision boards. I … Continue reading Vision Board Workshop
I can’t help myself – I want to photograph all of the beautiful things that surround me. Especially when I am immersed by glorious nature. Continue reading For the Love of Nature
“Alive and Well and Writing” is the theme for Rochester Writers’ Twelfth Annual Fall Conference at Oakland University on Saturday, October 19. Focusing on topics that are a part of the writing life, attendees will learn about the latest trends, publishing, and sharing their message. Fiction, nonfiction, and business topics will be presented as lectures, workshops, and panel discussions. This event will feature Michigan authors, speakers, and educators. Literary agents who are seeking talented authors will be available for appointments to review manuscripts for potential publication. Continue reading Rochester Writers’ Twelfth Annual Fall Conference
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