News for today's 2018: 07/08/10

Pain in my….mouth!

7:32 PM Tukiyooo 0

My day started at about 2am this morning when I woke up with splitting pain in my mouth. A day or so ago when I was flossing a chunk of my tooth or a filling came out. So I ended up with a huge hole in my tooth. It didn’t bother me too much unless I had something really hot or really cold…until this morning! I couldn’t get back to sleep & Tylenol didn’t help. The pain made my head just throb…I’ve never had a migraine before, but I’m sure that is what it felt like. Because of all that I didn’t go to work or the gym this morning. I stayed in bed and rested. For breakfast I made ff pancakes with 1/8c lite syrup.<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUPNzgNCsbvkmjbWSRMOL4WbiUUuUZI4Oc9nqbmO1SDv8-J09mvV-a2bBq_j5bKoX4ZVXiqCIxhW869XKZVyjscQRN3oguMwl8IEJgFOjxLZgVs5G6O0-xKU23SJ-Eq67dU0yJiGCRy6zw/s1600-h/DSC078203.jpg"><img alt="DSC07820" border="0" height="304" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBdU-DekzMTI57sAnW6VyQ13AS0v55kyhy25l8_9NMRVCHW5aiRIK_oq9bdEISnkCQPv83jOY9cEpQliQ9sPCe2_cQ6Uy7ZZC9s4QX8Sl_05lQ4Shlq141dIxyNa7Y1DjD0BJiOMwY36_R/?imgmax=800" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" title="DSC07820" width="404" /></a> On the side I had 1 c fresh pineapple for a total of 5 points. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7mTV8-uMjLo-jdYIGEcRfNAph4fbmXCAO-vPi0OkhGn19fCuye4vubJYZfvY0zEetQDOqT14lrGdunf2luSs466eS3rp3m_RVkpUupAJ37cf-V-QcZAdO_aj3DmkGCdpEoxas27W_Q_lv/s1600-h/DSC078193.jpg"><img alt="DSC07819" border="0" height="304" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB7JfP9CXDY0iH_lNUTQGP-UX0ELIyvBZuc4SxVOU3-ypDaZpd3CCORlDO6uRJMZSHpJ4-ohDSxWTpO3TxaD9_QPs7YWJKb7vGqUu7Ra-WG3Pp6BnboHwxcWOdJlQbCFcaI6c2YXTPp0Oz/?imgmax=800" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" title="DSC07819" width="404" /></a> I slept from about 10am-2pm and woke up hungry! I had a simple, but yummy lunch. I roasted 1 c potatoes and had 1 T of ketchup for dipping. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0ZGvXZI0n0cN9O-PPoZ9HwFjsifEu_QGFQM6vgtvHx-pp7ZQXO7MkxEG3Pl1SnCfdsdCTAXtViIqo_UTcTwIJ0mPY4YVIzx4YHKgmS0HOFGuIBoQVqs4Neb8TDfbo_GpbAE_fUz3PZ71j/s1600-h/DSC078213.jpg"><img alt="DSC07821" border="0" height="304" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNCyAHt5kcZW7i_CW6IeF5bLFn7QZ5zLK5I77fEbitBrlR42IlkMjnVtATrVidChmUPn3RAz1Ji1fOzO1O28fwydgrwV1Kgir4Gv5c70265DYujlQyD72XtcQqQa52mfmxZhFZU1RIK8_3/?imgmax=800" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" title="DSC07821" width="404" /></a> On the side I had 1 c cantaloupe and 1/2 c cottage cheese for a total of 6 points. <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWG3IQvsW09FYH9YvThvEFsaiHmtzqWz8AYed7zJqhbR53KvvcbTooyLnAdXQ5Qfq1hG7tVKU1mIb3F5Zeg-OI0-fQkKC2eFYPcXtOgya3MtOrW0vFI_G878cKcxmx0q587lKuc4ppyFWQ/s1600-h/DSC078223.jpg"><img alt="DSC07822" border="0" height="304" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOPiTv9EzAnYTSxoTYGe74HeP-OtSwC0-lBLvyLZMLpjGsadcE0kpx87NlLzGUEJWQEeDAV3Sr9TQpvf9690jBk79SbEPWIJokJqFpnMVrobLIUQnDRUFR47zNf8yrNThgL5X2dOQIeMOD/?imgmax=800" style="border-top-width: 0px; display: block; border-left-width: 0px; float: none; border-bottom-width: 0px; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; border-right-width: 0px" title="DSC07822" width="404" /></a> I just lounged on the couch all afternoon. The pain seemed to be a little less after resting, but I still didn’t feel better. I think sitting around all day made me just want to get up & do something. It worked perfect because it was supper time! I made a favorite in our house…creamy baked chicken!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzo6RNg4tTAZyqFDM5miYhtHvQra68qj4u2AsJ-T5Xdb2PZUpSraq6b4ScpC4zMyg18HZE3z0eFBbFNvu9uG3Sv4lzExiqQ2S08Iyse_Tpq0xQGBwzVlWe_mCqd25rRi4HdhG3HFKZe4zR/s1600-h/DSC07823%5B3%5D.jpg"><img alt="DSC07823" border="0" height="304" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglBg43PO0YEuxwwmAmtXiqU1eemCAdJXVWuWBv2jIUugj_6qFKIl8MUEulk-9VUC-SKsuZj5nLdimZSij0fLnT1rnABdtPXd-IRcziKyfvDYhrhwEDtLChKt4HZlYNkLDO4ymvgrzpFWo3/?imgmax=800" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" title="DSC07823" width="404" /></a> Creamy Baked Chicken (4 pts/breast) <ul> <li>4 6-oz chicken breasts </li> <li>1 can 98% fat free cream of chicken </li> <li>1/4 cup water </li> <li>2 cups Stove Top stuffing mix </li> <li>1 c. fat free chicken broth </li> <li>4 oz. low fat (or fat free) swiss cheese </li> </ul> Cut chicken breasts in half so you have 8. Place in 9x13 pan and preheat oven to 350 degrees. Mix soup and water. Put Swiss cheese on chicken breasts. Pour soup over chicken. Sprinkle crushed stuffing mix over chicken. Drizzle chicken broth over. Bake for about 45 minutes or until done. Check it at 40 minutes My serving of creamy baked chicken was 6 points and I also had a serving of green beans on the side for 0 points!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4bEJjRkyvSokAoZw_piZUadgTyuWs2hTt32mDz3V1491PPzGgMr7QqXc2SY7JZXBIBhSZ2Gqw3GxxenNYutwFbTGqSpCXne59nbZnv68x0_lbDz3igyZ48ZdhfD1xopszfyCFR4kq_Kzy/s1600-h/DSC07825%5B3%5D.jpg"><img alt="DSC07825" border="0" height="304" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8tZjCJjQv5wcq7lw58yNwFeN_oNppeOey6HImMYsUoNDN08E_O4P4NM9bOzRF1GV0VPZGPL3jDIOpSXJBeUBAlnaPmgFxOTuLapeIiTHTt3sEpfXmxIuCmCNgvxHGcOe6ufdz4JrHtYuH/?imgmax=800" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: block; float: none; margin-left: auto; border-left: 0px; margin-right: auto; border-bottom: 0px" title="DSC07825" width="404" /></a> Well friends I’m going to call it a day. I’m hoping for a better night’s rest tonight and less pain! The good news is that I have an appointment at the dentist tomorrow afternoon to fix this! THURSDAY’S STATS POINTS = 17/23 WEEKLY ALLOWANCE POINTS = 0 used/35 remaining ACTIVITY POINTS EARNED = 0 today/7 week WATER =  128 oz EXERCISE = none

Pain in my….mouth!

My day started at about 2am this morning when I woke up with splitting pain in my mouth. A day or so ago when I was flossing a chunk of my...

Coming Out on Top of Salary Negotiations

10:06 AM Anonymous 0

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://emj.icbdr.com/artieimages/77/ar5f7lz6gk4080lsn277.gif" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" rw="true" src="http://emj.icbdr.com/artieimages/77/ar5f7lz6gk4080lsn277.gif" /></a></div>While some employment opportunities clearly state in black and white what wage an applicant can expect if hired, other positions are grayer in terms of salary. Talking about money with a potential employer might feel a bit awkward, but coming to terms that leave both sides content is crucial. Below, experts offer suggestions on how to prepare for salary negotiations. Timing Not wanting to look like they are "only in it for the money," job seekers are often hesitant to be the one to break the ice on the issue of salary. Is it OK for a candidate to bring up the topic? "I get asked this question by friends all the time, and the honest answer is that it depends entirely on the position," says Paul Peterson, national talent resource manager with Grant Thornton in Toronto. "If you are a campus hire, you do not ask up front (first interview) as it can give the impression that you are solely money-focused. For experienced candidates, it's perfectly appropriate to bring up the topic, especially if you want to ensure that you are at least close in range." Anastasia Valentine, a product strategist and career coach from Ottawa, agrees that it is fine to bring up salary during the initial meeting -- but not as the first point in the conversation. If the employer doesn't eventually broach the subject, a tasteful approach is to ask for a salary range. The dreaded question Perhaps no question scares candidates as much as "What salary are you expecting from this position?" The last thing the applicant wants to do is sell himself short, but he also might fear pricing himself out of the running. Jen Rallis, author of "Ugly Résumés Get Jobs," suggests turning the tables by asking "What salary range are you willing to pay for this position?" Once the employer provides a range, the candidate can simply respond "that's suitable" if the numbers are in line with his needs. Likewise, job seekers being pressed for figures can offer the employer a suitable range. To avoid making an uneducated guess, candidates should find out before the interview what similar positions in the field are paying. "Being prepared and understanding market rates for the worth of experience and skills not only demonstrates confidence and preparation, it also keeps the discussion on a factual vs. emotional level," Valentine states. "This speaks volumes to an employer beyond the request for a specific dollar amount." Peterson advises choosing numbers carefully. "Candidates need to remember the cardinal rule when giving ranges: If you give a range, for example 60-75k, the employer generally remembers the 60 while the candidate remains focused on the 75. Be prepared to give a small range." Proving worth Candidates who land offers at the higher end of a salary range are ones who can demonstrate to an employer that they are worth the price. Some ways to do that include: Quantifying past experience. ("My client increased sales by 8 percent after implementing my marketing idea.") Researching the company beforehand so that you can cater information to its needs. ("I see the company is interested in becoming 'greener.' Here are some ways I might be of help.") Pointing out any extras that set you apart (advanced training, special certifications, knowledge of a second language, etc.). Reaching an agreement Ideally, both sides should have similar expectations regarding salary by the time an offer is issued. Yet sometimes there are surprises. Lisa Martin of Vancouver, a top talent consultant and coach for Lisa Martin International, suggests this diplomatic approach to dealing with an unfavorable offer: "Call back the next day (do not use e-mail or any other electronic format where your intent can be misunderstood) and tell the interviewer all the reasons you'd like to work with the company but that after due consideration there seems to be a misalignment with their needs and the value you bring to the organization. Ask if there is a way to bring the two into better alignment. If there seems to be interest, make a counter offer." Rallis agrees that most employers will leave room for negotiation -- if not on salary then on other benefits. "Ask if a car allowance, cell phone allowance or extra vacation days are available to compensate for a lower salary." Finally, try to view negotiations as seeking a win-win situation for all involved. An employer with enough interest to go through all the stages leading up to an offer has already invested a fair amount of time and energy. The company may be just as eager as you to make things work! By Beth Braccio Hering, CareerBuilder Writer

Coming Out on Top of Salary Negotiations

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6 Questions You Should Never Ask at the Interview - Candidates who ask these questions remain candidates

10:03 AM Anonymous 0

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://emj.icbdr.com/artieimages/yj/ar5f5cc6hxtrhjwjp9yj.gif" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" rw="true" src="http://emj.icbdr.com/artieimages/yj/ar5f5cc6hxtrhjwjp9yj.gif" /></a></div>What were they thinking? Whenever I talk to an HR professional or recruiter, I always ask them to tell me the worst question they were ever asked on a job interview. How could any applicant actually believe questions like these are in their interests? Unfortunately, job seekers continue to ask dumb questions every day. These questions demonstrate very poor judgment and effectively ensure their rejection. It's hard to generalize about such stunningly bad interview questions, but they all are forms of "Me" questions. These are questions that appear to put your needs before those of the employer. The best interview questions focus on what the applicant can do for the company, not what the company can do for applicant. Be certain that the question you ask doesn't raise barriers or objections. For example, don't ask, "Is relocation a necessary part of the job?" The very question raises doubts about your willingness to relocate. Even if the person selected for the position is not tracked for relocation, the negativity of the question makes the hiring manager wonder whether you are resistant in other areas as well. If the issue of relocation is important to you, by all means ask, but go with a phrasing that reinforces your flexibility, not challenges it. A good response: "I'm aware that relocation is often required in a career and I am prepared to relocate for the good of the company as necessary. Could you tell me how often I might be asked to relocate in a five- or ten-year period?" Here are five more bad questions you might be tempted to ask and what hiring managers will hear: What you ask: Is job-sharing a possibility? What they hear: Possibly, but does this mean you can't give us a commitment for full-time work? What you ask: Can you tell me whether you have considered the incredible benefits of telecommuting for this position? What they hear: Why do you want to get out of the office before you have even seen it? What you ask: I understand that employee paychecks are electronically deposited. Can I get my paycheck in the old-fashioned way? What they hear: You are already asking for exceptions. What's next? And are you afraid of technology? What you ask: I won't have to work for someone with less education than I have, will I? What they hear: You clearly have a chip on your shoulder. Why should we take a chance that you don't have other interpersonal issues? What you ask: The job description mentions weekend work. Are you serious? What they hear: We're serious about the job description. We're suddenly less serious about you. By John Kador author of 301 Best Questions to Ask on Your Interview (McGraw-Hill, 2010) and other business books. He can be reached at jkador@jkador.com

6 Questions You Should Never Ask at the Interview - Candidates who ask these questions remain candidates

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Are You Shooting Too Low in Your Job Search

9:47 AM Anonymous 0

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://emj.icbdr.com/artieimages/7z/ar5f3y67425pc6lm9n7z.gif" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" rw="true" src="http://emj.icbdr.com/artieimages/7z/ar5f3y67425pc6lm9n7z.gif" /></a></div>Does your application secretly have the words "overqualified," "desperate" and "likely to be bored stiff within a month" written all over it? If you are aiming too low in your job search, chances are employers will read between the lines and notice -- and move on to someone else. According to Duncan Mathison, co-author of "Unlock the Hidden Job Market: Six Steps to a Successful Search When Times Are Tough," there are two primary reasons why people aim low: 1. They want to increase the number of opportunities. (There are more lower-level positions available than higher-level ones.) 2. They think it will raise their odds of being hired. (They believe they will appear more qualified compared to other applicants.) Lisa Quast, author of "Your Career, Your Way!" and founder of Career Woman Inc. (a Seattle-based career development consulting company), adds that workers who are laid off or fired may get in the mindset that they just need to find a new job as quickly as possible due to their economic situation. Beyond money matters, she notes that sometimes people "lack internal confidence about their skills and abilities" and "don't have a clearly defined strategic career plan," both of which can lead them to apply for lesser positions. The dangers At first glance, it might seem that being overqualified would be a good thing. Wouldn't an employer like to get somebody who is even "better" than the job description? Don't bank on it. Overqualified candidates raise concerns in a hiring manager's mind. Will the person insist on doing things his own way? Can he accept instruction from somebody who is his superior at the firm but his equal (or less) on paper? Will the worker jump ship as soon as he finds a better job? Will he constantly be jockeying for more money and a higher position instead of focusing on the job for which he was hired? Will he get frustrated with this lower position and quit? It's not just employers, though, who face risks; it's job seekers, too. "The biggest danger is that you will not be hired if you shoot too low and then think to yourself, 'Good grief. I can't even land that crummy position. I must be a real loser!'" Mathison says. According to Quast, other key dangers for the applicant include: Losing money. (Accepting a job that pays $10,000 less per year than you're actually worth totals $200,000 in lost wages over 20 years.) Stifling progress. (You'll be less likely to be doing work that will allow you to grow and develop in your field.) Boredom. (Frustration from job dissatisfaction can escalate stress and negatively impact health and overall well-being.) Upgrading your job search Instead of downgrading a job search in order to try to increase the likelihood of landing a position, Mathison suggests coming up with a more fruitful plan of attack. "When the economy is tight, a lower percentage of open positions are actually advertised as employers rely on less expensive recruiting through referrals and informal word-of-mouth advertising," Mathison states. "This 'hidden' job market actually becomes a bigger share of open positions. This means that networking plays a bigger role in uncovering unadvertised leads." To maximize potential opportunities, Mathison recommends job seekers spend more time researching employers and asking people in their network and at professional organizations for leads. "Directly approach people who could be your future manager and tell them of your availability. These are the people who care most about what you can do and how you can make them and their teams successful." Quast suggests spending some time on self-examination. "Clearly define your career aspirations. If you don't know where you want to go, how will you determine how to get there? Know your strengths and weaknesses when you search for a new position so you can avoid targeting jobs that are beneath your skills. Identify those things you do better than other people. These are the things you do that will set you apart from others and that make you special." Above all, hang in there and exude confidence. After all, if you don't believe you're worthy of the job you really want, how will anybody else? By Beth Braccio Hering, CareerBuilder Writer

Are You Shooting Too Low in Your Job Search

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20 Jobs That Pay Big Without a Degree

9:44 AM Anonymous 0

<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://emj.icbdr.com/artieimages/5r/ar5f54t6pzxg497mh55r.gif" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" rw="true" src="http://emj.icbdr.com/artieimages/5r/ar5f54t6pzxg497mh55r.gif" /></a></div>That the job market has been tough for the past two years is no secret. Job seekers suddenly struggled to find work and find industries that offered some security. Many of these people became job seekers after their companies began laying off workers, not because they wanted to change jobs. As a result, education became the best option for job seekers who wanted to improve their résumés and gain a competitive edge in their hunts. Although earning a degree is an excellent move for several reasons, it's not the best choice for everyone. For one thing, education is expensive. If your problem is that you need to get a job in order to pay bills, school might not be your answer. Earning a degree is also time consuming and takes one or more years, depending on whether you want an associate, bachelor's or higher. Therefore, waiting to see the benefits of years of hard work isn't appealing to everyone. That's why we've put together a list of jobs that don't require college degrees and pay well. In some cases on-site training or a certain level of experience might be necessary, but the minimum requirements for these positions don't involve a college degree. If you're in the market for a job that doesn't require a degree but does come with a nice salary, here are 20 jobs to consider and their average annual salary: 1. Aides supervisor$62,094* Aides supervisors typically supervise home-health aides, monitoring quality of care and setting work schedules. 2. Assembly supervisor $61,208 Assembly supervisors oversee workers who put together products by using power tools or other dangerous equipment. 3. Assistant site manager$87,614 At a construction site, assistant site managers report to head site managers and plan, direct and coordinate the necessary tasks to complete that day's activities. 4. Automobile service station manager$82,398 The manager draws up guidelines for gas stations and automotive repair shops and decides on hours of operation, assigns job duties and sets prices for services and products. 5. Cable supervisor$72,701 Cable supervisors monitor workers who install, maintain and repair cables, and also perform related services. 6. Carpenter supervisor$71,404 Carpenter supervisors oversee carpentry work on a specified project to ensure that workers are on schedule and executing plans accordingly. The supervisor also performs some of the carpentry duties if time permits. 7. Chemical supervisor$68,071 Chemical supervisors oversee workers who make chemical products, which involves handling dangerous substances and following strict guidelines. 8. Construction equipment operator$51,386 These operators are in charge of the large tools and equipment used during construction projects and they also inspect the equipment for safety and performance issues. 9. Credit and collection supervisor$61,962 Credit and collection supervisors manage employees who calculate credit risks and collections, and they sometimes review client credit history to grant or deny extensions of credit. 10. Data control supervisor$61,691 Data control supervisors manage data entry workers and are responsible for the completion and accuracy of that work. On occasion they help with assignments. 11. Electrical repairer $55,605 Electrical repairers disassemble and fix problematic electrical equipment and their components, which can range from small mechanisms to large technological systems, depending on the specifics of the job. 12. Flight service manager$68,572 Airlines hire flight service managers to ensure that flight attendants adhere to personal appearance and preflight requirements. They also compile flight reports. 13. Gas plant operator$64,608 Pipelines that produce and transport gas need to stay at certain pressures to function safely, and that's what these workers do. 14. Home care aide supervisor$67,032 Home care aides assist homebound patients with daily activities and some rehabilitation exercises, and the supervisor ensures that all patients are being taken care of properly by their aides. 15. Housekeeping manager of a medical facility$61,304 In a medical facility, the housekeeping manager sets the schedules and tasks for his or her team. Housekeeping duties vary depending on the type of medical facility, but managers must work with other hospital staff to ensure they are following health and safety guidelines. 16. Illustrator $54,565 Illustrators design fonts and images for a variety of media, from Web sites to print campaigns and video. They often work for advertisement agencies or freelance. 17. Lead carpenter$69,431 Lead carpenters ensure that construction projects are completed on time and correctly, and they perform some of the labor themselves. 18. Locomotive engineer$70,116 Locomotive engineers drive electric, diesel-electric or gas-turbine electric trains that transport passengers or freight. 19. Payroll supervisor$64,223 These supervisors oversee payroll employees to ensure that all pay calculations follow company policy, government regulations and tax codes. 20. Route sales manager$66,362 Product and service delivery teams have to achieve goals pertaining to customer satisfaction, efficiency and personal performance. The route sales manager monitors their work and keeps them on track to achieve their objectives. *Salary figures based on data from CBsalary.com. By Anthony Balderrama writer and blogger for CareerBuilder.com and its job blog, The Work Buzz. He researches and writes about job search strategy, career management, hiring trends and workplace issues. Follow him on Twitter attwitter.com/abalderrama.