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Comment on Ready to take the next step? by Cheri Standiford

Cheri Standiford — Mon, 14 May 2012 19:12:17 +0000

This is a fantastic idea and I’m so excited for you to launch this website. If you need any help, time or equipment, I’m here for you!! I’m so happy to know you!

Comment on Toastmasters: An advanced twist by Richard Elliott

Richard Elliott — Thu, 26 Apr 2012 03:55:27 +0000

I have tried and completed several speeches with the same topic as you suggested earlier. I am a fan of the color purple ( I lived in a purple house, with purple furniture, wore purple clothes and drove a purple car and a purple motorcycle for almost 20 years) Lots to speak on there. I am also a fan of the number 3. I have given more speeches on the number 3 then I care to think about. To give you some idea of the amount of information on the number 3, just google it. By the way every speech was different and met the manual objectives.

Comment on Review: The new iPad by Riley

Riley — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 20:13:45 +0000

It is amazing to see the screen up that close. It looks great from the normal view as well. I like to stream movies on my iPad using the DISH Remote Access app, and the Retina Display makes them look brilliant. Any movie or show that I have recorded and even live TV can be streamed to my iPad. LTE plays a big part in streaming too. Within seconds, I can be watching movies and shows. Just the other day, I was on lunch at DISH where I work, and streaming Just Go With It. I must say Jennifer Aniston looks amazing for her age, and the Retina Display just works for her! Haha I like the iPad though. It really is one great machine.

Comment on Burning through Fiction by Cheri Standiford

Cheri Standiford — Thu, 29 Mar 2012 02:32:23 +0000

I completely agree, reading for entertainment is rewarding in that I found myself completing all five of the Twilight books in record time! I really surprised even myself at how I couldn’t put those books down. I definitely would rather read for fun than business! Good job Rob!!

Comment on Toastmasters: Is a DTM really Distinguished? by Rob Christeson

Rob Christeson — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 19:59:47 +0000

Great news! I’m glad to hear you have a good story to tell about your experience, and you’re continuing to pay it forward. Thanks for the comment!

Comment on Toastmasters: Is a DTM really Distinguished? by Tim Hackler

Tim Hackler — Wed, 14 Mar 2012 19:23:37 +0000

Rob, thank you for an outstanding article! I earned my DTM in Nov 2011 after a tad more than 4 years in Toastmasters. While helping fellow Toastmasters by working on education, redistricting, and planning committees, I learned that I had talents in project management I never knew existed. I joined the program in Oct 2007 as a member of a corporate club, and had my Toastmasters work evaluated as part of my professional development plan. Long story short, I was recently promoted due in large part to the skills I developed in chasing the DTM. I’ll be a Toastmaster for many years to come, but rather than going after my second DTM, I’ll use all that I’ve learned and experienced to help new Toastmasters get their money’s worth from the program!

Comment on Happy end-of-resolution-day by Rob Christeson

Rob Christeson — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 18:54:20 +0000

John,

Good point about going public. Hopefully all of our goals don’t need quite a shock! I agree that no matter what your reason you can be more successful if you involve others as you suggest. Thanks!!

Comment on Happy end-of-resolution-day by John Lesko

John Lesko — Thu, 01 Mar 2012 16:46:46 +0000

Dear Rob,

It was with great interest that I’ve read your “Happy End-of-Resolution Day” post. Thank you for reminding us all to be SMARTer with our goal setting and with our future planning.

Sometimes we are shocked into changing our habits and behaviors and this isn’t always a bad thing. For example, after a medical emergency (which I survived, thank you) I realized that I’d have to exercise more, eat better/cleaner food, and generally listen to my doctor’s advice. So my resolutions for 2012 were SMART-ly crafted and I also called upon a few friends to help hold me accountable.

So to your suggestions, I’d add another ingredient. Go public with your resolutions and surround yourself with folks who’ll support you as you strive to got to the gym, shop more from the produce section of the grocery store, and/or celebrate with you as you “lose 27 lbs” and lower your resting heartrate by Y-percent, etc., etc., etc.

Change only occurs when the pain you feel from NOT changing exceeds the pain related to the new habit or behavior. And if those pains become too persistent or severe, do call your doctor or 911.

Comment on Happy end-of-resolution-day by Rob Christeson

Rob Christeson — Tue, 28 Feb 2012 20:27:10 +0000

The other 50% is inaccurate.

Comment on If you like me, I’ll like you by Shauna Best

Shauna Best — Sun, 26 Feb 2012 06:01:19 +0000

As a new member of linkedin.com I am finding the website user friendly. I hope it will help make more contacts in my field when I graduate college. Any suggestions on how to search for potential connections?