Vol. 3 Iss. 6 June 2013
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inspiring the creative spirit in every business leader
BIZ on the
Faster Ways
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GO The busy person's guide to getting ahead
5 Things
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Inside: What do Billionaires Know that the Rest of us Don't?
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Ready. Set. GO! It seems like that’s the mantra for life these days. Everyone is busy busy busy with work and family both colliding for equal attention. At Biz we understand what it’s like to always be on the go (don’t even get us started!) and we want to help you other busy professionals out there with some fast tips and tricks for those days when you just can’t stop. Whether you’re running the office, running around with the kids or just trying to run your life, Biz is here to help! So check out our new issue Biz On the Go and get going!
7 10 Tips to Save you Time: Are you always 1 step behind? Here’s how to get 2 steps ahead!
A special thanks to our lightning-fast cover models: Michelle Daggett, Assistant Manager at Dress Barn and Craig Libis, CEO at Executive Recruiting Consultants.
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Inside Biz........................................4 note from the editor
Biz Spotlight...............8-9,11 today's power leaders changing the game
Biz Feature..........12-13, 17 Smart Biz.....................7, 18-19, 20-21, 23
BizTechTalk..................14-15 Style NOW................ 24-25 What's NOW....................26 calendar of events
contents
Photo by Jayne Erickson
ABOUT Our June COVER :
What do Billionaires Know that the Rest of Us Don’t?? 8 Things Successful People DO
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Creating a Vision Board: How to Make One; Why you Should!
Up ‘n Comers 4 Young Leaders on the GO!
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Working Out while you Work: the Busy Person’s Guide to Getting Exercise on the Job Plus: 5 Minute Fat-Burners!
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Get Ahead Faster: 37 Ways to Get to the Corner Office!
Take time to Chart your Destiny! A visionboard will keep you focused on your goals.
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5 Tools to Improve your Leadership Ability PLUS: Take this quiz to see how you rate as a leader!
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Sleep? What’s that?! The latest on insomnia… (these stats may keep you up at night) Plus: 4 Surprising Foods to Help you Sleep!
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inside Biz
note from the editor
go!GO!
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Have you ever been up at 3 AM just to make more working hours in the day? Have you ever juggled 2 jobs at once, trying to get ahead? Have you been double-booked for a meeting – and instead of cancelling one, tried to do both meetings simultaneously in a frantic effort to get it all done?! Whew!
A lot of us are trying to juggle multiple roles; tackle more than one career; and still find time for home and family. If you can relate, this is the issue for you! Welcome to “Biz on the GO!”– the busy person’s guide to getting ahead. We know you’re busy, so we’ve put together inspiring articles to help: 10 Time-Saver Tips, Ways to Improve your Leadership Skills, 37 Faster Ways to Get to the Corner Office, Fast Meals for Busy People and 4 Surprising Foods that Can Actually Help you Sleep! PLUS, in the midst of the day-to-day rush, it can be easy to lose focus on your long-term goals; so our story on Creating a Vision Board will remind you of where you want to go, and help you visualize – and get to – your divine destiny! Hang in there, your life goals are within your reach, you can do it. Get inspired with BizNOW to save time, money, and sanity.
So join me – take a deep breath, relax, and enjoy the latest Biz. And be sure in the midst of everything you remember to take time for the most important thing of all: you!
NOW Publisher BizNOW Magazine, LLC. Editor Charlotte Hofer 605-275-3610 char@biznowmagazine.com Design Director/ Senior Creative Ally Vogel 605-759-5615 ally@vogeldesignshop.com Director of Marketing Tim Cummiskey 605-366-1489 tim@biznowmagazine.com Contributing Photographer Jayne Erickson Social Media Strategist and Proofreader Alison Peymann Cover & Editor Photos by Jayne Erickson Reproduction or use of the contents of this magazine is prohibited. BizNOW Magazine is published monthly by BizNOW Magazine, LLC and strives to publish only accurate information, however BizNOW Magazine, LLC cannot be held responsible for consequences resulting from errors or omissions. All material in this magazine is the property of BizNOW Magazine, LLC and cannot be reproduced without permission of the publisher. Send magazine feedback and advertising and sales inquiries to tim@biznowmagazine.com ©2013 BizNOW Magazine, LLC All Rights Reserved.
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Biz Contributors
Contributors With a degree in Journalism and English from South Dakota State University, Tessa Audet enjoys both reading and writing. She spends her time writing for BizNOW and exploring Denver, CO. When Biz isn’t keeping her busy, you can usually find Tessa with her nose buried in a book or out spending time with friends.
Steph Laska works as
an Executive Recruiter for Randstad Accounting & Finance in Phoenix. Fluent in French, Steph has also worked as an English tutor in Grenoble, France. She says that living in different places has given her a broader and more dynamic view of the business world. Her heart belongs to Sioux Falls, though, and she plans to start a business here one day, as she loves the exciting city growth combined with the small-town feel!
Scott Hofer is employed
at a constituent service office in Sioux Falls as an assistant. Pursuing a PhD in Political Science, Scott holds a Bachelors of Arts in Philosophy, Government and International Relations from Augustana College. He also enjoys hiking, tennis and soccer. Freelance writer, designer and photographer Alison Peymann has a degree in English and Spanish from Augustana College. She is BizNOW’s Social Media strategist, and enjoys riding Sioux Falls’ bike trails, reading and playing rugby.
Writer Emily Sorenson has spent the last 8 years directing commercial productions. She discovered her passion for Journalism and Design working on the yearbook staff in high school. With a degree in Journalism under her belt, she now works as Creative Director for a local web design and advertising firm, the A-Team. Emily knows that with plenty of coffee, a steady stream of good music, and a great team, any “problem” can be solved through creative thinking.
About BizNOW Insight. Inspiration. Innovation. Everyone has great ideas. BizNOW helps you give them life. At BizNOW, we recognize the ingenuity of entrepreneurs, and we are dedicated to inspiring the creative spirit within every Innovator, every Business Leader! We provide the support you need to create great ideas and power your business – to help you get ahead, stay ahead, make a change, or leave a legacy. We want to spark creativity, encourage inventive thinking, and provide a path to realizing your dreams. Here on these pages you'll find inspiration and exciting information. Local business news that can help you invent and create, set you apart and ahead of the competition. And once YOU reach the top, we encourage you to reach back and hold out your hand to bring the next person up with you. As an advertiser, BizNOW offers direct access to powerful CEOs, executives, employees – current leaders and future leaders. In short, visionaries. You will reach your target, the business community. BizNOW magazine. Dedicated to inspiring the creative spirit in every business leader.
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“It means more than a beautiful home, well-dressed kids, driving the right car...it means living each day with purpose and intention,” says Dawn Bures, designer. Choose a designer who believes in beautiful lives. Dawn Bures Interior Design creates beautiful offices for busy people. (See ad page 19)
Job Hunting – On the Go!
Tips from ERC: utilize your Smartphone when job-hunting; having access to the web and apps right at your finger-tips can be a great time-saver! Search sites like LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook – they all list hot jobs, and you can get the latest industry info too. Connect with the people posting the jobs you’re interested in – it’s a great way to network with some of the top decision-makers in your industry! (See ad page 7)
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Smart BIZ
by Tessa Audet by Tessa Audet
10 Time Management Tips:
Go from being one step behind to
two steps ahead! You’re busy. Always busy. The hours in the day seem to slide away from you and you’re left with nothing done and even more to do. We understand you’re in a rush, so Biz put together a quick and tidy list to help you tackle your day in a more effective way and maybe even find that elusive thing called “free time.” So got a spare minute? Ready, Set, Read! 1. Make a to-do list every day before work and carry it with you everywhere. 2. Record your activities, thoughts and ideas for one week. See where you are wasting time and being less productive. 3. Cut bigger jobs into smaller, more manageable tasks. 4. Schedule a time for interruptions, like office hours, when
people can stop in and ask you questions.
5. Take a few minutes before each task to decide what results you want and what absolutely has to be accomplished. 6. Reduce distractions like Facebook and Twitter or
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7. Be honest about what’s most important on your list. It might not be fun but it needs to get done. 8. Try to set a time each day for busy work like replying to emails and following up on phone calls.
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10. Hang a “Do not disturb” sign when you have to. It may seem a bit extreme but at least you are getting things done. u June 2013 | BizNOWmagazine.com | 7
BIZ Spotlight
What do billionaires know that the rest of us don’t?
by Scott Hofer
There are a reported 442 billionaires in the US today. On a global scale, America boasts the lion’s share of billionaires at 35% of the list. To put that in perspective, the US is home to more billionaires than Russia, China, India, Germany, Turkey, Hong Kong, the United Kingdom and Brazil combined! That’s a lot of billionaires.
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So what separates those with staggering success from the rest of us? What do they know that we don’t? At BizNOW, we’ve done a little research and compiled a list of things that very successful people do – to help YOU achieve your goals and maybe become the next billionaire on the list!
1. They set specific goals: Successful people set SMART goals:
goals that are Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Timely. They know what they are looking for and why they are willing to fight for it. Smart goals have a greater chance of achievement because they have defined parameters. Whether it is losing weight, eating better, making millions or getting a new business off the ground – specific goals are vital. You can achieve almost any goal if you plan your steps wisely. Review your commitments and goals. Put first things first.
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2. They take action: There are a lot of people who dream about success but never find it. Why? Because they just don’t take action. Successful people put aside fear and take the necessary steps to make things happen. They go after what they want. Once the challenge has been sized up there is nothing to fear, only work to finish. 3. They are self-disciplined: Successful people have the selfdiscipline to persevere. They would rather give things up now than face the pain of regret later for living a life that “could have been.” Self-disciplined people motivate themselves to continue their action steps and hang on through adversity by sheer willpower. 4. They focus on improvement, not perfection: Successful
people don’t try to make everything perfect; they just keep moving forward. They take small steps to achieve big goals. They learn from mistakes. They focus on making small, continuous improvements and achieving those benchmarks helps them take on even bigger challenges the next time.
5. They build positive networks: People who are successful associate with others who are likeminded and supportive. They find people who create energy instead of energy-drainers; they reach out and connect with positive people. They put together an “inner circle” of trusted advisors to help them become more capable and successful than they would ever have been alone. 6. They stretch outside the comfort zone: Successful people don’t let a lack of skills or inexperience stop them. Great opportunities in life force people to grow; that means we may not always feel completely ready to take a chance, but if we stretch outside the comfort zone, we can often achieve amazing results. 7. They are self-confident: Successful people believe in
themselves. They know no matter what, they will be able to make the best of any situation. This is why successful people spend their time dealing with the unknown rather than fearing it.
8. They acknowledge risk and its rewards: Successful people recognize great risk as a precursor to great rewards. The bigger the risk, the bigger the potential payoff. They know they may have to sacrifice to get ahead, but successful people do what it takes to build their empire. Calculating the risk, sizing up the task and then relentlessly working toward your goals is the basic equation for success. u
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BIZ Spotlight
by Emily Sorenson
Creating a
VISION BOARD! How to Make One; Why You Should!
How do you push your career or business to the next level? You might try creating a “vision board.” Popularized by Oprah and used by successful entrepreneurs and visionaries everywhere, a vision board is an inspiring tool that can spark your next business move. It works like this: when you start thinking about something, that object or goal is suddenly everywhere. Start obsessing about buying a new Dodge Journey, for example, and it seems like you see one at every intersection! And that’s the idea behind a vision board: you’re envisioning – and manifesting – what you want to have happen in your life. By focusing on your goals, you’ll bring them to fruition. Empowerment Coach Melanie Brown has been utilizing vision boards for over 20 years. She has personally seen goals become a reality for herself, as well as for many of the people she has had the opportunity to coach. So what exactly is a Vision Board? It’s a collage of the items or images that represent the goals you would like to reach. They should be kept in a place where you will see them daily. “We become what we think about – if you can see it in your mind, you can create it,” Brown says. “Open yourself to the opportunity of what could be instead of what is. The power of the dream is limitless.” Vision boards gained popularity in 2006 with the release of the book and movie The Secret. Research shows that if you can see an outcome clearly, you are more likely to achieve it.
Brown suggests 6 simple steps in creating a vision board: 1. Prepare your Mind. Choose images for your vision board that are personally inspiring. You can’t cheat off your neighbor! Their dream isn’t yours. You can only dream something into reality if you truly want it. 2. Create the right atmosphere. To open the door to creativity, put yourself into the right environment: play music that makes you happy, find quotes which inspire you. These tricks help to bring your mind to a place where creative magic happens. 3. Let go of the past. Forget about all of the negativity. Forget about all of the times someone said you couldn’t, forget about the times you failed. This is a new beginning, a new chapter with an entirely new outlook and perspective.
4. Let go of limits! Imagine: what would you do with all of
5. Find pictures or visual representations that match your thoughts. Magazines, books or the internet are great locations to find the images, but they need to be truly inspired.
6. The 6th step is by far the most critical. You have to BELIEVE. You have to believe that what you want CAN happen to you – believe that through drive, determination and collaboration, you will be able to see your vision board dreams become a reality.
Is it possible you really will receive that big promotion? Or have the kind of life you’ve been dreaming about? Yes! Will it only become a reality if you rip it out of a magazine and glue it to your mirror or vision board? Not necessarily. But you never know. A vision board isn’t magical, but it can help you define what you want in life and achieve it. Henry Ford said, “Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you’re right.” What do you think? What do you visualize for your life? Where could a vision board take you? u
How can a Vision Board help a business or individual become more successful? Creating a vision board can help a company or person become more successful by helping them focus on their dreams, goals and plans. It’s a sort of “blue print” for success. It’s what author Deepak Chopra calls the “law of intention and desire,” which states that whatever energy we send into the Universe will be reflected back to us. In other words, what we think about, we attract into our lives. That’s good news because it means that we can manifest our visions and goals by visualizing things just as we want them to be. The vision board helps us to visualize our success in a very concrete way.
the time in the world? If money was no object, how would you live your life? June 2013 | BizNOWmagazine.com | 11
BIZ Feature
by Scott Hofer
5 Tools Be a better leader:
rship Strong leade st skills can boo productivity, loyee improve emp e good morale, inspir ips, sh work relation most and make the ime out of your t and money.
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to Improve your Leadership Skills In today’s hectic and competitive marketplace, good leadership skills are more valuable than ever. From a committee chair to the CEO, leadership is valuable to anyone looking to get the most from their team -- and businesses looking to improve the bottom line. The best leaders are always improving their leadership skills; it’s a life-long process.
Here are some tips to becoming a more effective leader: Illustrate: One perk of being a leader is that it gives you
the power to move a team toward the dream you envision. The tough part is communicating that vision to everyone on your team. Leaders must be able to illustrate their vision in such a way that followers can see a crystal clear image of the goal in their mind; they can feel it, hear it, smell it, and really understand the vision.
Motivate: Now that the vision has been laid out,
make sure to get everybody on board with it. Emphasize the tactics that will be used to achieve this goal and the benefits it will provide to everybody. Motivating involves selling the argument to those who will be working toward it and inspiring them to work as hard as possible to fulfill their role in the vision.
Take this Quiz to Rate Your Leadership Skills! Leadership Quiz 1. O thers have a clear vision of my plans and ideas. Never Sometimes Often Always
2. I inspire others to maximize their efforts. Never Sometimes Often Always
their all hinges upon the image you portray to your team. Hypocrites are not good leaders because they fail to hold the standards they have set for others, and this is usually apparent to their team. Instead, leaders need to lead from the front and use their behavior as an example. Being a role model for the type of behavior you expect is a key part of good leadership.
Be clear: Write down guidelines that clearly and concisely convey your expectations. List how the group will accomplish the objectives you want and explain why they are important. In turn others will take your rules more seriously, giving you more power as a leader. Best idea: have the group help in the goal-setting process, when possible. You will create more ownership and buy-in that way, and your team will be more willing to work toward a goal if they’ve helped in the process. Stimulate: People often think of new problems as
a bad thing; however, in the workplace things can get monotonous without some challenges. A good leader knows the abilities of others and then pushes them to take their skills to the next level. Provide your team with new challenges to overcome and ample support to achieve those goals. Inviting people to work on tasks based on their interests or allowing them to specialize in a field where they show promise will yield best results and help ensure your team is moving toward your vision effectively.
“Leadership and learning are indispensable to each other.” -- John F. Kennedy
3. I lead by example with high visibility. Never Sometimes Often Always
4. I use persuasion and efficient communication to get others to agree with me. Never Sometimes Often Always
5. I challenge others to try new things and invite them to explore their own ideas. Never Sometimes Often Always
6. I carefully match others to tasks based on their talents and interests. Never Sometimes Often Always
Never– 0 Sometimes– 1 Often– 2 Always– 3
Exemplify: Be a role model. Inspiring others to give it
15-18: Excellent. You are maximizing the abilities and resources around you through good leadership.
10-14: Great. There is little doubt you are a quality leader, but there is always room for improvement! 6-9: Good. While there are areas for improvement, your leadership skills make you an efficient, effective leader. 0-5: Needs Improvement. Leadership takes practice,
read the article and think about areas where your leadership skills are lacking. Start making small changes and see where they take you. June 2013 | BizNOWmagazine.com | 13
BIZ TechTalk
Save time, energy
by Steph Laska
and money
GO!
on the
Featured Apps: Google Voice – Now you never have to
give out your personal cell phone number again for business; this app lets you keep your work and personal calls separate.
With Google Voice, it is now possible to add multiple numbers/lines to your cell phone for free. The gist of the app is that by installing Google Voice, you can easily tell who is calling by a prompt it makes that makes all callers state their names. You then have the choice to take the call or send it to voicemail. It’s possible to listen to the voicemail as they are recording it and if it is important, you can even pick up and answer to address the caller. Google Voice allows you to receive voicemails through email. You can chose to listen to the sound recording on your computer AND it will translate the message to text if you would rather read the message. This is perfect for those of you who don’t ever check your voicemails or are too busy to. You know who you are!
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Sleep Time – If you feel like getting out of bed every morning is tough, you could be waking up at the wrong point during your sleep cycle. Now there's a sleep cycle alarm clock that actually analyzes your sleep patterns! It detects your movements during the night, determines your phase of sleep, and then sets off the alarm to wake you at the moment of your lightest REM phase so you awaken feeling refreshed and raring to go. No more groggy mornings; this could be the app of the century!
BIZ TechTalk Food Finder
– Need to impress a client for a happy hour or lunch meeting? With Food Finder, you will never need to put effort into researching the perfect location again. This app lists the type of food that is served in a simple format so you can search by what your client likes. Whether it is a gastro pub, Italian, or Caribbean, Food Finder will list the restaurants near you. It will show the location, phone number, and an easy format to email or text the location and phone number to your guests.
Featured Websites: linkedin.com : Of course you knew we had to mention LinkedIn. But not for the reasons you may have thought. LinkedIn isn’t only a way to connect with other professionals. You can also search for available jobs as well as for potential candidates. By using the advanced search for jobs or people, you can narrow down exactly what you are looking for in a job or a candidate and it’s at your fingertips. Tip: If you find a candidate you would like to talk to but aren’t connected to them or cannot see their last name, use this formula.
Gas Guru – If you are sick of rollercoaster gas prices like we are, this app is a must. Have you ever filled up and realized three minutes down the road, another gas station is much cheaper? Never make this mistake again. With Gas Guru, you can view all gas stations near you and what their prices are. It even features the lowest price that is closest based on your GPS location. Save some of your gas money for other things!
1.) Go to google.com 2.) Type in site: linkedin.com “ ” 3.) Within the parenthesis, highlight the candidate’s current job title and company (usually directly below their name) and copy and paste. 4.) Search
farecompare.com : Get the best deal and compare flights, hotels, and rental cars. By using farecompare.com, all Travelocity, Priceline, Hotwire, and Expedia specials can be pulled up simultaneously so you get the best deal. The website also uses other outlets for deals depending on what your location is and the most applicable sites at the time.
pricegrabber.com : If you are looking for electronics,
furniture, clothing, sporting goods, appliances, etc – this is your place to compare. It features a quick glance, summary, and description of the item you are considering, and it allows others to rate the products you may buy. There are a range of prices, depending on which “seller” you would like to buy from and has different search features so you can find exactly what you are looking for quickly and efficiently.
hulu.com : Remember to take time for yourself! Watch TV’s most popular shows anytime, anywhere when you create a free account at hulu.com.
The site is built for busy people like you. Your favorite shows and ones you haven’t even heard of are all in one place – it lets you stay on top of the latest movie trailers and catch up on the seasons that you missed!
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BIZ Feature
by Alison Peymann
People to Watch:
Young Business Leaders
on the Go! Executive group lends a leg up for outstanding students and tomorrow’s business leaders. Some of today’s top South Dakota business executives are helping to inspire the next generation of business leaders. Sales and Marketing Executives, Inc. (SME) in Sioux Falls recently awarded scholarships to four outstanding SD college students who represent the future of business. SME is dedicated to building and supporting business leaders in the Sioux Empire. Sue Ford, Executive Director, says that in order to achieve the group’s goal of “promoting the future of business in SD, we want to support up and coming entrepreneurs.” Chair of the scholarship committee, Paul Krueger says, “There were 28 applications received for the scholarships which were narrowed to the four finalists who competed for the high money awards.” Each finalist proved their sales and marketing prowess in a 15-minute role-playing presentation where they promoted a product or service.
Meet this year’s scholarship winners and tomorrow’s bright business leaders:
How busy are we?
Kelli Bones (of Henderson, MN and from the University
of Sioux Falls) received the top scholarship amount ($3,000) with her sales pitch for a third party e-commerce provider selling university merchandise.
Emily Murtha (of Sioux Falls and from South Dakota State University) was awarded $1,500 after presenting a sales pitch to a company to research and invest in a self-serve paint station to be placed in Wal-Mart Stores.
Erin Williams (of Watertown and from Augustana College) received $1,000 for her space-travel product that gave guests three destination options – including the moon! Jade Possail (of Tyler, MN and from South Dakota State University) also received $1,000 for her coffee cup sleeve with a built-in mint, a product she is working to patent. More information about SME Student and Scholarship Programs can be found at www.smesiouxfalls.org/StudentPrograms. u
“If you want something done, ask a busy person to do it. The more things you do, the more you can do.” – Lucille Ball
In 2011, South Dakota tied for the highest percentage of workers with two or more jobs at 9%. That’s substantially higher than the national rate: 4.9%. In 2012, one fourth of all people in the workforce put in over 40 hours each week. – US Department of Labor Statistics
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Smart BIZ by Alison Peymann
Working out
While you’re Working: the busy person’s guide to getting exercise on the job
It’s no secret, exercise and eating right will have a body feeling better, warding off disease, and looking great. What you might not know is that a quick workout can even help boost productivity in the workplace, says UCLA Health. Busy professionals – from CEOs to owners to employees – face the challenge of finding time for fitness in an already packed schedule. But the bottom line is that healthy employees are good for business. Increased productivity, lower healthcare costs, and happier workers mean you can’t afford not to make it a priority.
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Smart BIZ Companies that understand the benefits of exercise invest in corporate wellness and fitness programs for their employees. Some have even swapped out the swivel chair for treadmill workstations or exercise balls. With or without a company gym, here are 6 ways to get active during the workday.
Find support: Grab a partner or start a group – they will help keep you accountable to your fitness goals (maybe you want to lose weight or run your first 5K), and add fun to your workout, too!
5 Ways to Burn Fat in 5 Minutes
Make the commute: Imagine arriving at the office wide awake and refreshed. Bike or walk to work when it’s practical – you’ll save on transportation costs as well!
Fitting a workout into a busy schedule can be like fitting into your favorite jeans – it’s easier than you think! Take 5 minutes to take care of yourself – anywhere, anytime. You’ll be reenergized, feeling good about yourself and back to work in no time.
Take a stand: Instead of sitting while you make phone calls, try standing up. Take short breaks and walk around when you can. Something to think about: obese people sit 2.5 hours more per day than thin people, and people who sit all day have twice the rate of cardiovascular disease than people who stand.
Jump Rope: Fun for your kids, and a great exercise for you. Just 5 minutes will burn up to 68 calories.
Dance: Reenergize to your favorite throwback tunes or try something new like Zumba.
Meet on the go: Take your
next one-on-one to the trails, down the block, or even around your office building and let the movement fuel discussion and better brainstorming.
Plan ahead: Like any project or meeting,
it’s best to be prepared. Schedule time into your day – no meetings or interruptions allowed! Pack a bag the night before or lay out your gear ahead of time so you can’t give up your commitment.
Travel fit: Find hotels with fitness centers or make a point to take a walking or biking tour of your destination. Recreational opportunities abound in most communities.
Lunges: At the office, down the hallway or around the block, you’ll burn 45 calories in the time it takes to reheat your coffee. Stretch: Spending hours in a chair at the office or on the road can take a toll on your muscles, bring a yoga mat for a few minutes of flexibility. Run: Not everyone is a marathoner, but in 5 minutes, you burn 62 calories. Try a hilly route or interval running for variety and start to increase time or intensity as you build endurance. u
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37 ways to get to the corner off ice!
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What’s that!? The Latest on Insomnia...
(these stats may keep you up at night) • 20 to 40% of adults have insomnia problems every year. • A person suffering from insomnia sleeps about 6 hours or less daily. • America is ranked the number one country affected by insomnia. • There are more than 80 classifications of sleeping disorders. • Women are more likely to have insomnia problems than men. • We now sleep 20% less than people 100 years ago. • Missing 90 minutes of shut eye can cost 32% of daytime alertness. • 50% of people over 65 have various sleeping disorders. • Sleep deprivation compromises memory, decision making and safety on the road. • A short siesta (20-30 minute of napping) can repair alertness from sleep loss. Sources: sleepcottage.com, prevention.com
Best Foods to Help You Catch Some ZZZs… Cherries: They contain melatonin, a natural chemical that regulates your body’s internal clock.
Milk: This contains an amino acid called tryptophan that is linked with serotonin, which is thought to help you fall asleep. Cereal: Eating something with complex carbs helps you sleep. Just make sure to stay away from the sugary stuff. Bananas: They contain magnesium and potassium which are natural muscle-relaxants. (Anyone feeling sleepy yet??)
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Quick Meals for Busy People On the Go It’s been a long day. You come home and the kids are hungry and cranky and maybe you are too. There seems to be nothing edible in the fridge and only crumbs in the cupboard. The last thing you feel like doing is slaving away in the kitchen for hours making a meal. You’re tempted to grab your phone and call the pizza place you have on speed dial, for the third time this week… We’ve all been there. Instead of retreating to the convenience of take out, again, Biz is here to provide you with some quick and delicious meals you can make that take just 25 minutes or less to prepare.
by Tessa Audet
Dinner Recipe
Dinner Recipe
Inside-Out Lasagna Yields: 4 servings, about 1 1/2 cups each Total Time: 25 min
Black Bean Quesadillas Yields: 4 servings Total Time: 15 min
Ingredients • 1 can (15-ounce) black beans, rinsed • 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese, preferably pepper Jack • 1/2 cup fresh salsa, divided • 4 (8-inch) whole-wheat tortillas • 2 teaspoons canola oil, divided • 1 ripe avocado, diced Instructions 1. C ombine beans, cheese, and 1/4 cup salsa in a medium bowl. Place tortillas on a work surface. Spread 1/2 cup filling on half of each tortilla. Fold tortillas in half, pressing gently to flatten. 2. H eat 1 teaspoon oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add 2 quesadillas and cook, turning once, until golden on both sides, 2 to 4 minutes total. Transfer to a cutting board and tent with foil to keep warm. Repeat with the remaining oil and quesadillas. Serve the quesadillas with avocado and salsa.
Ingredients • 8 ounces whole-wheat rotini or fusilli • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil • 1 onion, chopped • 3 cloves garlic, sliced • 8 ounces (about 3 1/2 cups) sliced white mushrooms • 1/2 teaspoon salt • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper • 1 can (14-ounce) diced tomatoes with Italian herbs • 8 cups baby spinach • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper (optional) • 3/4 cup part-skim ricotta cheese Instructions 1. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Add pasta; cook until just tender, 8 to 10 minutes or according to package directions. Drain and transfer to a large bowl. 2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring, until soft and beginning to brown, about 3 minutes. Add mushrooms, salt, and pepper and cook, stirring, until the mushrooms release their liquid, 4 to 6 minutes. 3. Add tomatoes, spinach, and crushed red pepper (optional). Increase heat to medium-high; cook, stirring once halfway through, until the spinach is wilted, about 4 minutes. 4. Toss the sauce with the pasta and divide among 4 bowls. Dollop each serving with 3 tablespoons of ricotta.
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Fashion on the Go:
Shoes! Shoes! Shoes!
Review by Tessa Audet Fashion photos by Jayne Erickson Fashion provided by Shoe Carnival, Sioux Falls Model: Hope Store, Assistant Manager at Scooters Coffee As every woman knows, you can never have too many pairs of shoes, and every business woman knows your shoes are an important part of your professional look. That’s why for this issue, Biz is focusing on this season’s fashionable footwear for the busy woman on the go! Since its summer time, sandals can be an appropriate office look for those extra hot days, just make sure you aren’t breaking any office dress codes by wearing them. If sandals are a no-go, try adding a fun splash of color like the gorgeous red heels Hope is modeling. Metallic and metal studs are also a fun way to spice up a look like the black flats or the white sandals shown here – perfect for an outdoor meeting. Summer is a time for fun colors and showing your personality, so don’t be afraid to experiment a little and put your best foot forward!
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June 1, 2 Argus Leader RibFest 11:00AM-5:00PM Sioux Falls Arena Take a break from work and enjoy the start of summer in the Sioux Empire! Tickets available at the Sioux Falls Arena Box Office or at the gate: $5 per day or $10 all weekend. Military members, families & veterans admitted free with ID
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June 6 YPN Focus Workshop - Preparing Healthy Meals Young Professionals Network 12:00PM-1:00PM HyVee, 3000 S. Minnesota Ave. Club Room Cost: $7 to attend, includes lunch June 7 Animals on the Amphitheatre 11:00AM-12:00PM Downtown Riverfront Amphitheatre Bring the whole family to see animals and artifacts with the Great Plains Zoo’s Zoomobile 605.338.4009 June 7 Jazz Club Jive Main Stage Ballet & Dance Academy 7:00PM Orpheum Theatre Tickets available in advance by calling 605.333.9816 or at the door
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June 10 Toastmasters Meeting 6:00PM Sioux Falls Callie Branch Library Non-members welcome Visit www.tm210.org for more information on Sioux Falls Toastmasters
June 17 Civic: Bottles of Hope Sioux Falls Synergy 4:00PM-8:00PM Sanford Cancer Center Volunteer opportunity for Synergy members, visit www.sfsynergy.org for more info.
June 11 Membership Mixer and Business Fair Sioux Falls Chamber of Commerce 4:30PM Sioux Falls Convention Center Complimentary hors d'oeuvres, beverages available, $3 admission RSVP to 605.373.2050
June 20-23 “You’re a Good Man Charlie Brown” Sioux Empire Community Theater Stage Adventures Orpheum Theater Tickets on sale June 10, details at www.siouxfallstheater.com or call 605.360.4800
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June 11 A Seat at the Table with Stephen Bianchi Young Professionals Network 11:45AM-1:00PM Sioux Falls Area Chamber of Commerce Hear from Home Federal Bank President and CEO. Free to attend, register at www.siouxfallsypn.com
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June 21 SDAF Annual Golf Tournament South Dakota Advertising Federation 1:00PM Bakker Crossing Championship Golf Course More information at www.sdaf.org
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June 12 YPN Morning Buzz Young Professionals Network 7:30AM-8:30AM Panera Bread, Louise Ave. Network over coffee. Free to attend, coffee/breakfast on your own
June 14, 28 Evening in the Vineyard Wilde Prairie Winery Details at www.wildeprairiewinery.com or call 605.582.6471
June 27 June Off the Clock Young Professionals Network 5:00PM-8:00PM Strawbale Winery, Renner, SD Live music, art, food, wine and fun. $5 admission per car, FREE with YPN mention. Food & beverages extra.
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