Dealing With Slackers It may seem counterintuitive, but during though economic times some workers are more inclined to slack off, said Eilene Zimmerman in the New York Times. "People are feeling uncertain and insecure, so they spend more time talking about problems then getting work done," says organizational; psychologist Paul Damiano. Still, of a co-worker's lack of motivation is affecting your own job, there may come a point when you need to say something. "don't stew about the problem and vent to others." your own productivity will only suffer. Start by speaking with your colleague in a private setting, and use concrete examples to explain what you are seeing and it's impact on you," said Amy Gallo in Business Week. Ask questions before pointing fingers. If your colleague's shortcomings are to a short-term problem, such as a personal issue, "offer to help." Avoid taking the issue to your colleague's manager, lest you be labeled as someone who's not a team player. Just make sure that you're communicating clearly with higher-ups about your own work, and don't be afraid to claim "credit where credit is due."
Why Grandma Should Google. Using Google or other internet search engines may help older people stave off dementia and cognitive decline, scientists say. UCLA researches asked volunteers, ranging in age from 55 to 78, to spend an hour a day using Google to search for information about a range of subjects. Many had never used the Internet before. After two weeks, brain scans revealed increased blood flow in the regions involved in decision-making and short-term memory. The results validate the notion that seeking out new ideas and interests helps to keep the brain stimulated and healthy. "Becoming involved in new things and keeping your brain active are all hallmark activities that would tend to preserve your cognitive skills," neuro scientist Susan Bookheimer tells Nation Geographic news. "And these are all things that searching the Internet for new information really does."
How to find... A Liar The story of Pinocchio may not be entirely mythical. When someone is lying, the cells lining the inside of the nose swell and release histamine, which causes itching. As a result, liars are more likely to touch and/or scratch their noses, say's Alan Hirsch, MD, founder of the Smell & Taste Treatment and Research Foundation, who has studied this Pinocchio effect. Other lying tip-off's include leaning forward ("liar's lean") and using words such as would not or could not rather that wouldn't or couldn't for extra emphasis ("expansion of contrition").
Going Green... Cold water washes are greener, but will they get my clothes clean? For a hot-water load, about 90% of the energy used to wash clothes goes to heat the water, not agitate your clothes. The good news is washing your clothes in warm water or even cold water will get rid of almost anything, except for the worst dirt or oily stains. Reader Digest Version: Switch from hot to warm water to cut energy use in half; cold, to cut even more.
Commercial Real Estate: Campmark, one of the nation's biggest commercial property lenders, has filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, said Mike Spector and Lingling Wei in the Wall Street Journal. The company listed $21 billion in debt. Capmark "has been one of the biggest lenders in the U.S. investors and developers of office towers, strip malls, hotels and other commercial properties." With the recession crimping retail sales and business travel, many of its commercial borrowers have defaulted on their loans. Widespread layoffs by business of all sizes have also stifled demand for office space. Campmark's troubles could also be a grim portent of commercial real estate's future, said Dawn McMarty in Bloomberg.com. "Losses from commercial real estate lending pose the biggest threat to U.S. banks as the loans deteriorate," federal banking officials say. Mall developer General Growth Properties filed for bankruptcy protection earlier this year, and lending developers such as Tishman Speyer, whose showcase properties include the Chrysler Building and Rockefeller Center, are being hurt "by plunging values and a dearth of credit."
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Being a former re/max agent Jason Simonson purchased his Realty Executives franchise in the fall of 2008. The Realty Executives office is located in North Menomonie WI 54751. There are 5 full time, ac
Jason Simonson has been a life long resident of Menomonie Wisconsin 54751. He was born west of Menomonie on a hog / dairy farm. He lived there until graduating in 1989 from Menomonie High School. From there Jason Simonson Worked at a factory in woodville Wi for 12 years. Always being fascinated by real estate Jason Simonson had the opportunity to get into the real estate proffession in 2001. Starting at c-21 for a short period of time he moved to help open the re/max office in Menomonie . After 8 very successfull years of real estate sales there he had decided that it was time to "be the man and stop paying the man"
In the Fall of 2008 Jason Simonson purchased his own Realty Executives franchise located in North Menomonie. Jason Simonson's office has 5 full time ambitious agents working there to supply the community with all the tools. knowledge, and wisdom needed to get the job done. Knowing that 87% of real estate buyers now find the property that they purchase on line Jason Simonson and his team have developed the most agressive on line marketing program unother to any one in the area.
THE HISTORY OF MENOMONIE
The years 1822, 1830, 1846, 1853, 1893, and 1901 are all of historical significance and importance in the early history of Menomonie. In 1822, Harding Perkins, representing James H. Lockwood and Joseph Rolette, erected a lumber mill at the confluence of Wilson Creek and the Red Cedar - former site of the Wisconsin Milling Company. A sudden overflowing of the river swept away the dam and mill.
In 1830, after a lengthy disagreement over the authority of the Indian agent to grant permissions, Lockwood and Rolette again set up lumbering operations on the site after receiving permission from the federal government. This first permanent settlement on the site of the City of Menomonie preceded the settlements of Madison, (1837), St. Paul (1838), Hudson (1841), and Eau Claire (1845).
Capt. William Wilson and John H. Knapp purchased the milling operation in 1846. Captain Wilson, his wife and family established residence in the Menomonie area the same year.
In 1853, Andrew Tainter and Henry L. Stout acquired interest in the company and a corporation was formed known as Knapp, Stout & Company. In 1873, Knapp, Stout & Company had grown from a mill producing 100,000 feet of lumber in 1830 to the greatest lumber corporation in the world turning out 5,706,602 feet of lumber. The company owned 115,000 acres of pine land and employed 1,200 men.
One of the area's most famous landmarks is in Menomonie, the Mabel Tainter Memorial Building, was built in 1890.
From these early beginnings, Menomonie has continued to grow and develop around the shores of beautiful Lake Menomin.
Jason specializes in Residential real estate, Farms, Mulit-Family, & Vacant Land. Servicing the Real Estate needs of Dunn County Wisconsin, and surrounding areas including Menomonie, Boyceville, Colfax, Downsville, Elk Mound, Spring Valley, & Elmwood. Jason Simonson is a professional that understands the industry, and positions himself to stay ahead of the game. He provides superior service & expertise. He consistently researches the market & property values, using innovative marketing & advertising techniques. Jason Simonson is also an Accredited Staging Professional. An E-Pro Realtor along with being green.
THE HISTORY OF DUNN COUNTY
Dunn County was formed out of a portion of Chippewa County on February 19, 1854. At that time it embraced all of the present Dunn and Pepin Counties. The "Seat of Justice" was to be located at Amos Collburn's at or near the ferry across the Red Cedar River near its mouth at Dunnville. The courthouse in Dunnville burned to the ground in October 1858. After several months of moving from place to place the county seat was moved to Menomonie on January 1, 1861.
Its name was derived from Charles Dunn, first Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of the Wisconsin territory, appointed by President Andrew Jackson in 1835.
Caddie Woodlawn Park
Jurisdiction over Dunn County has been claimed by four nations: Spain, France, England, and the United States. Its territory covers some 858 square miles. The ethnic background of its people is primarily German and Norwegian.
Several historic sites of note include the Mabel Tainter Memorial, Wilson Place Museum, and the Dunn County Heritage Museum in Menomonie, the Caddie Woodlawn Roadside Park and the Empire in Pine lumbering museum in Downsville
Al Findar said. I listed my home with Jason Simonson and his team at Realty Executives in the middle of July 2008. Within 3 weeks Jason Simonson had delivered a full priced offer that closed within 2 months of me listing the real esate with him. Not bad for such a down market. I would trust Jason Simonson and his team at Realty Executives anytime with any of my real estate needs.
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