Jennifer Goodwin 
This common scenario presents itself every single day in the workplace: Jackie: Did you hear about how Jennifer screwed up that big deal? Thomas: No I didn’t. Jackie: Well, yeah, I knew she wasn’t cut out for this position because there were plenty more people who were more dedicated and talented than she was. I … Read more
Recently, I wrote an article detailing my Atkins diet shortcut, and based on the amazing response and success using it, I felt it was time to expose my other secret way to lose weight, at will. A while back, I contemplated using the Weight Watchers online program to lose a few pounds. I didn’t really … Read more
There are basically two ways to lead a group of people; through fear or through love and respect. Now, throughout my life, I’ve worked for more than one micromanager and although these types of supervisors are horrible, they pale in comparison to real bullies at work. Fear based management is all about putting extreme amounts … Read more
This is going to be a pretty short post but it’s full of great information if you are having trouble losing weight. I’ve tried just about every diet known to man….and woman for that matter. You name it. Paleo, Weight Watchers, low-fat, low-carb, vegetarian, detox diets, and so many others I can’t even begin to … Read more
Have you ever wondered if it’s possible to teach yourself to play guitar whether it’s acoustic or electric? My little brother Joseph and I always did while growing up and listening to classic rock music in the mid to late seventies. Some of the most famous guitarists on this planet taught themselves how to pick … Read more
Ladies, you have all heard the same old words before from a man; “you are the one for me,” “I am committed to you,” and “you have nothing to worry about.” There are some men who can be ultra-committed to you and make you sincerely feel like you are the only woman that exists in … Read more
I have the utmost respect for fast food workers. With that said….. Last week I was at the drive-thru of a local chicken fast food restaurant and I was aghast at how rudely the cashier treated me. I hate people who talk to others in a voice that says, “Screw you,” with every syllable. I … Read more
“A cure for being underpaid?” you might ask. “Really?” On any given day, you can visit some of the job forums scattered all over the Internet and see dozens of people talking about how severely underpaid and underappreciated they are at their current position. You will also see tons of articles talking about how you … Read more
I love eating healthy but delicious foods. I know there is almost always a trade-off if you want to eat something tasty. Usually it comes with having to eat far more calories! But I have found a formula that works for me to take the usual and bland into something unusual and tastier! It’s not … Read more
There are a whole lot of ways you can cook baby back ribs and plenty of great recipes but there is one that I have found to be my “go-to” method because of its deliciousness and simplicity. It involves cooking baby back ribs in the oven as a shortcut, brushing a homemade barbecue sauce on … Read more
A question on at least half of all American workers’ minds is, “Why am I always broke?” It’s a fair question because it pops into our heads all the time, especially lately. Why is it that many of us can barely pay our bills on time and it seems like we’re always trying to catch … Read more
Dealing with a cheating spouse can be very complicated, embarrassing, and ineffective if you don’t know what you are doing. Like many other life’s challenges, it’s wise to approach this one by being informed and having a plan you can carry out in the most intelligent manner possible. I don’t know what it’s like to … Read more
It’s so difficult to sit down with your entire family and have a meal together these days. It isn’t only due to the long hours you work, it also has to do with the incredible amount of stress from homework and extracurricular activities your children have to face. Throw in the fact that many of … Read more
Last year, I started feeling a burning sensation on the bottom of my feet occasionally and I passed it off as just being flat-out tired from standing for extended periods of time while at work. Little did I know what was about to happen and why it was happening. Studies show that only one out … Read more
Heartaches are a part of everyone’s lives. We all lose loved ones at some point in our lives, we all get frustrated with certain issues, and we all have our fears. Through it all, we know we have to face the world, make the best of it, and continue our lives in a forward direction … Read more
Fear can be your best friend or absolute worst enemy. You don’t have to feel embarrassed about it but you probably should do something about it if it’s affecting your life. It may be one of the most difficult things you can ever do when it comes to facing your fears. There is no way … Read more
When it comes to losing weight, I am the queen of trying anything once! I have been bombarded with the thought of taking the Special K Challenge courtesy of Kellog’s marketing ploy for many years. Three weeks ago, I wanted to see if it worked because I needed to lose 10 pounds anyway and it … Read more
The scenario happens all too often. Lord knows, it’s happened to me; I must be the queen of the overheated engine! You know the deal! You pass by a stranded motorist looking at the front end of a car with smoke billowing out as if the engine is on fire. It’s probably me! Usually, it … Read more
I look around at my co-workers and can’t help but notice how many of them absolutely adore their children but they readily admit how they continue to sacrifice time spent with them for the chance at making a little more money while at work. I feel like I have a responsibility to tell them how … Read more
This past weekend I went with my family down to the Florida Keys and even though I hadn’t fished off the one of the many fishing piers in the Keys in a long while, I asked my family if they would like to go fishing and they said ‘yes.’ I was a little surprised; now … Read more