What comes to mind when you consider the word “serenity”? Do you picture an image of a place that is peaceful and calm, or even visualize yourself actually there? Do you hear the gentle sounds of soft music or nature, with a refreshing aroma wafting through the air? Do you sense a feeling that is secure, peaceful and calm?

Walking into a gym can feel intimidating and isolating. People are buried in their own worlds running on a treadmill, while others stare helplessly at huge pieces of weight equipment they feel uncomfortable using on their own.

Don Somerville, owner of Different Breed Sports Academy, understands

As snail mail fades into the past and email correspondence takes over the future, more and more people are turning to online mediums for special announcements and events. Ayala Muller of Clearly Graphic offers customizable evites that are tasteful, affordable and user-friendly. Users can send these evites through email, WhatsApp

They say it takes a village to raise a child, and The Village Therapy Place is here to help. Specializing in pediatric occupational and physical therapy, The Village Therapy Place treats mainstream kids and those with special needs in a warm, fun and comprehensive setting.

Faigy Szanzer

Beginning in 1966, the annual Labor Day Jerry Lewis Muscular Dystrophy telethon raised upwards of $2.5 billion. During its 45-year life span, it became a staple of regular TV viewing highlighting a parade of celebrities who joined “Jerry’s Kids” to entertain viewers and solicit contributions. Jerry used to say he would be happy if he

“People are our greatest asset.”

This phrase has been recited so often by businesses it has acquired a French flavor: it’s a cliché that’s passé. Cynical business consultants write articles that begin “Stop Telling Me People Are Your Greatest Asset.”

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“Make feedback normal. Not a performance review.” —Ed Batista

During leadership trainings I will often ask participants to describe what good (and poor) feedback looks and feels like. At one recent talk to mid-level managers, I received the following descriptors about strong feedback.