People perform better when they are committed to achieving certain goals. Through an understanding of the effect of goal setting on individual performance, organizations are able to use goal setting to benefit organizational performance. In addition, another aspect that goes with goal commitment is also goal acceptance. This is an individuals willingness to pursue their specific … Read more
You can create fundraisers for nonprofits and personal causes on Facebook. If you live in a country where personal fundraisers are available, you can create a fundraiser to benefit any cause within our approved categories. Money raised during personal fundraisers is paid out to the person who created the fundraiser. If you’ve created a personal … Read more
Since 1996, Vault has been providing in-depth intelligence on what it’s really like to work within an industry, company, or profession—and how to position yourself to launch and build the career of your dreams. We also offer essential advice on resumes, cover letters, interviews, networking, and more. Our advice is geared toward everyone from students … Read more
Internships are a great way to gain important job experience. You also get a better understanding of the industry, various roles, tasks and more by both learning and watching. Since people will be watching over you, they are there to make sure your doing things correctly and will generally give advice when you ask for … Read more
Are you drowning in debt, struggling to make ends meet, terrified of being out of a job, currently unemployed, buried in bills, or worried about getting by in today’s economy? Cyber begging, online begging, or internet panhandling is the online version of traditional begging or panhandling, by crowdfunding and asking strangers to help with money … Read more
Doctors Without Borders/Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) works in conflict zones, after natural disasters, during epidemics, in long-term care settings, and more. Our teams provide medical care for millions of patients every year in many different types of projects. MSF often hits the headlines when an emergency dominates the news, such as an earthquake, tsunami, or war. … Read more
For over 70 years, the Guide Dog Foundation has trained and placed guide and service dogs to provide increased independence and enhanced mobility to people who are blind, have low vision or have other disabilities. Once the decision is made to get an assistance dog, applicants become part of the Foundations’ open and welcoming community and are … Read more
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In order to succeed, you have to set your goals. Goal setting not just permits you to assume responsibility for your life’s course; it additionally gives you a benchmark to deciding if you are really succeeding. The measurement of your success directly corresponds to the objectives you set. This video will help you determine your … Read more
The world is full of leadership programs, but the best way to learn how to lead might be right under your nose. In this clear, candid talk, Roselinde Torres describes 25 years observing truly great leaders at work, and shares the three simple but crucial questions would-be company chiefs need to ask to thrive in … Read more
Go Fund Me offers a great platform for getting medical expenses paid for. Search through their vast database for people needing similar help. To create a successful fundraiser, try and discover from the posts what types of pictures they are using, what are they saying that makes you read on. Then click the button below … Read more
Our leaders and institutions are failing us, but it’s not always because they’re bad or unethical, says venture capitalist John Doerr — often, it’s simply because they’re leading us toward the wrong objectives. In this practical talk, Doerr shows us how we can get back on track with “Objectives and Key Results,” or OKRs — … Read more
Chances are that you know a lot more than you think. What are your hobbies and interests? What work experience have you had? Once you’ve focused in on something that interests you, consider teaching others by creating a class or course for free at Udemy. While you may not be an expert, with a little … Read more
Human Rights Watch investigates and reports on abuses happening in all corners of the world. We are roughly 450 people of 70-plus nationalities who are country experts, lawyers, journalists, and others who work to protect the most at risk, from vulnerable minorities and civilians in wartime, to refugees and children in need. We direct our … Read more
Medicaid for Adults What help is available? You may qualify for Medicaid, a joint federal and state program that helps with medical costs for some people with limited income from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS). Am I eligible? Each state has different rules about eligibility and applying for Medicaid for adults. Learn more about eligibility. … Read more
If you can’t afford to pay your home heating or cooling bill, you may be able to get help from the government or your local social services agency or nonprofit. What help is available for my home energy bill? The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) may be able to help with: Assistance to pay your … Read more
Discovering your passion and turning it into a business is not rocket science. Our “Escape Backpack” will show you what it takes, inspire you with real life case studies, and keep you going with a “getting unstuck” toolkit. 1. PASSION Wake up every morning energized and happy to be reunited with your most passionate-self. Life is too short to waste it on … Read more
Reddit is not just a great source for talking about news, you can also discuss everything from self improvement to goals. The self improvement group has over 280,000 subscribers. Here are a few links to Reddit subgroups. r/selfimprovement, r/getmotivated, r/iwanttolearn, r/lifeprotips, r/productivity and r/selfhelp.
We need to feel better about aging in order to age better, says writer and activist Carl Honoré. How? In this spirited talk, Honoré offers a set of simple solutions to combat ageism — as well as a host of trailblazers and changemakers who came into their own later in life, from artists and musicians … Read more
Get rid of stress simply by clowning around. Matthew A. Wilson helps to show in this video how laughter is the best medicine. In this heartwarming talk, he shares glimpses of how clowning around can help patients (and medical staff) navigate stressful situations — with no side effects.