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Advice about joining an online dating site...
Searching the web for a dating or personals site can leave one very confused. There are millions of dating sites listed on the Internet. My search of the word "dating" on Google resulted in 56,200,000 results! Talk about a tough decision. Let me...
Dating Advice: Deal With Rejection
"A rejection is nothing more than a necessary step in the pursuit of success. "
- Bo Bennett
Rejection hurts.
But there came a time in my dating career (shortly after being given the pink slip from a guy I was absolutely crazy about)...
Dating and Sex
K. Cedric Patterson is the author of the top seller, The Complete
Guide To Dating
Dating and Sex
Dating in today's world has changed dramatically in the last
half century. The subject of sex, and even the act itself,...
Does Online Dating Work?
Online dating has started as a last resort of the social misfit, to one of the most active methods to meet people. For those people out there who have busy lives or may be dealing with a lot of shyness issues, you should take a look at online...
Midlife Dating: The Gentleman Goes A-Courting
Dating! Ah, the thrill of the hunt. Ah, the thrill of the thrill. I can only understand men by a mental sleight-of-hand, like an analogy, but of course I’ve studied and had practice because my life is full of men and I also coach men. I get to hear...
Online Dating Services Advantages
Tired of the cattle call down at the local bar? Are those supposed "happy hours" enough to make you need to go into therapy? Have you all but given up on finding anyone to date? Then you, my friend, are ready to sign up for an online dating service...
Personals - Is Online Dating Right For You
Online dating: Is it right for you?
Should you go online dating? Why not? That is the answer for
many of those undecided and unsure of going Internet dating.
There are many reasons for doing so, and by being a member of
online dating...
Safer Online Dating: When Safety Really Counts Most In Dating
Since its inception, online dating services has remarkably
gained popularity in the Internet world. In fact, almost 40
million American singles are out in the online dating sites to
find the romance of their lives.
However, like any personal...
San Francisco Dating
San Francisco Dating
The more people have in common, the better their chances of making a connection. Whether making friends or flirting with potential romantic partners, common ground will help the two of you grow closer. Opposites may attract,...
Technology And Cell Phone Dating
Just when I thought technology had finally outdone itself with online dating, it goes one better with cell phone dating. Does it get any easier than this? Cell phones are not just for calling anymore. They went from talking and voice mail, to...
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Updating Your "Plum" Job
It's startling to discover how having kids changes the way you see the world. Just compare your "before kids" vs. "after kids" views on what counts as:
* A good place to live.
* A desirable car.
* An excellent restaurant.
* A great evening.
* Your ideal or "plum" job.
Give that "plum" job a closer look. Back in school, you may have dreamed of a job that offered intellectual challenge, travel, or a chance to use your talents to make a difference in the world.
Once you start a family, your "plum" job can look more like a lemon!
Life is infinitely more complex now. Family demands can magnify drawbacks that used to be inconsequential. Challenges that seemed thrilling at an earlier stage of your life may be daunting now.
It may be time to update your vision of your "plum." You can start by asking:
1. What talents do you want to offer the world through your job?
2. What do you enjoy?
3. How much income do
you need to feel you are being fairly compensated?
4. How much flexibility do you want in your schedule?
5. How much mental and emotional energy do you want to have left after your paid work is done?
6. How often and for how long do you want to travel out of town?
7. How far are you willing to commute?
8. Is there an upper limit to how many hours you are willing to work per day? Per week?
9. How often are you willing to relocate?
10. How much of the time do you want to work from home?
Are you already holding your "plum"? If not, keep your new vision in front of you. What steps can you take today to put your updated "plum" within reach?
(c) 2004 Norma Schmidt, Coach, LLC
About the Author
Norma Schmidt, Coach, LLC specializes in helping women who are both professionals and parents to find work that works. She edits "The Balance Point," a free bi-weekly e-zine. Visit http://www.NormaSchmidt.com.
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