Work productivity, time management, organization, tools and tips

You don't want to know how many times this post was started.  It's been a distracting few days, but my head must come back to life soon; now will be a fine time.  So, another deep breath and let's get on with the first edition of the Arsenal Of Goals & Plans Carnival.

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT:
Vahid chaychi gives us Tens of Different Ways to Make Money from Home and through the Internet and Your Personal Computer at Internet and Search Engine Marketing.  "To start working from home, you really don't need to join any home business program and probably get scammed.  You can easily start your home business through selling ClickBank digital products, blogging, stock exchange, Forex, eBay, accounting and . . ."

Denise Olesky talks about The Cowboy Bag at Tired of working? Take a break!  "This article is an interview with business owner Michelle Wood of Lil Diva.  It follows her business from conception to where it is today, marking her hurdles along the way."

Chris Denny tells us the Top 3 Factors to Generate Sales Leads at Lead Optimize.  "Top 3 Factors that drive online leads."

Mike Harmon brings us two bits of food for thought with Accounting Ledger and How to Write Ledger, followed by Every Business Organization Needs Data Entry Services at Basic Accounting.

Aaron Wakling tells us how A Credit Card For A Small Or New Business Can Be A Powerful Monetary Tool at The Credit & Credit Card Blog.

Stacey Derbinshire cautions with Why You Would Be VERY Wise To Start A Business While You Still Have Your Day Job at Starting a Small Home Business.

GOALS:
Stephanie West Allen asks and suggests Having trouble reaching your goals? Then aspire in the fire! at idealawg.

Edith Yeung helps with the age-old question How to Identify What You Really Want? at Edith Yeung.Com: Dream. Think. Act.

FitBuff tells us How I Lifted 50 Pounds with My Mind at FitBuff.com's Total Mind and Body Fitness Blog.  "Fascinating story of a firsthand experienceof 'mind over matter' -- 50x25=1,250 pounts of it, to be exact!"

Praveen gives us My Simple Trading System: Present Moment Goal Setting at My Simple Trading System.

PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT:
Alvin talks about 7 Power Wounds at Life Coaches Blog.

Edith Yeung has thoughts about When you turn 30! at Edith Yeung.Com: Dream. Think. Act.

John Hill tells us how Seeking Security Can be Dangerous at Universe of Success.

zenofeller talks about The drowned faithfull at zenofeller.com.

Diane M. Buxton shares manifestingsuccess: Tapping Into a Positive-Beyond-Belief Attitude Every Day at manifestingsuccess.  "A self-help method for attracting and achieving at your best level."

Andy gives us 10 Reasons why I Love to Budget from moneywalks.

Mike Estep PhD tells us to Roll Up Your Sleeves and Get to Work at Mike Estep.com.  "Insights on the avoidance of developing skills (practice) from a long-time music instructor."

Brandon Peele tells us about the Origin of Endeavor at Generative Transformation.

Anton talks about The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Super Villains at Take Command. Reclaim Your Life.  "The article gives self improvement tips based on productivity habits of supervillans."

PRODUCTIVITY:
Jonathan-C. Phillips talks about how Choices Are Made Long Before You Decide -- Productivity Tips | SmartWealthyRich at SmartWealthyRich.

Ted Reimers shares some Ways to stay productive during Summer Break at College Blog.

wilson ng gives us The Solution to the Problem at Reflections of a BizDrivenLife.  "We have had many meetings on which we keep revisiting old issues for which past meetings and our process rulebook has already defined a solution.  Instead of constantly redebating old issues, a better way would be to have better documentation and minutes which saves a lot of time.  Moreover, donstantly revisiting old issues leads to confusion and murky resolutions especially as most likely, the plans of actions might actually be contrasting and different."

FitBuff has 5 Simple and Effective Steps to Relax Your Body and Calm Your Nerves at FitBuff.com's Total Mind and Body Fitness Blog.  "Great article on a quick and easy meditation technique.  This is for those who don't want to get all 'zen' and spend hours searching for inner peace.  Just a simple step by step to reset yourself and cler your mind in only a few minutes."

Alex Blackwell tells us how to Savor Every Moment at The Next 45 Years.

Becky McCray teaches us How to use a checklist to focus your entrepreneurial efforts at Small Biz Survival.  "With all that goes on in your small business, a checklist can help you build positive habits and discipline to succeed."

TIPS:
Wenchypoo talks about Rattling the Political Chain of Command at Wisdom From Wenchypoo's Mental Wastebasket.  "How to be more POLITICALLY productive--for yourself and/or your business."

Hueina Sue shares how to Practice Detached Involvement at Intensive Care for the Nurturer's Soul.  "Medicine (as well as parenting) is one 'risky business' with very unpredictable ROI.  Sometimes thins jus don't work out the way you want it, despite your best intention & efforts.  What can you do to save your sanity and inner peace?  I learned this critical skill the hard way back in my RN days . . ."

Jimmy Atkinson asks and suggests Self Employed? Know Your Retirement Options at Ask the Advisor.

Tracy Coenen warns about Online degrees: Watch out for diploma mills at FRAUDfiles.