The Five C's of Decision Making

In his book "How to be a better Decision Maker" Alan Barker mentions that one of the managerial skills is to make good decisions. The 5 C's of decision making is a basic decision-making process among many managers:

Factors that Affect Your Decision Making

1. Considering: Identifying, exploring, and eliminating the alternatives.
2. Consulting: Getting those people who are affected to be involved. Consulting is part of considering.
3. Committing: Taking responsibility for the decision.
4. Communicating: Explaining your decision and implementing the decision by committing others to it.
5. Checking: Following through to make sure the decision actually works

Immune System and Multivitamins

Immune system

According to various clinical studies nutrients work best in combination with each other rather than singly to allow your immune system to operate at an optimum level. 

Other clinical studies also showed that there was an increase in the number of immunity cells in their body when they consumed supplements with combined nutrients. 

In the USA one particular study revealed that elderly people who consumed multivitamins continuously for six to twelve months showed substantial improvements in cellular immunity. 

Taking a supplement on a regular basis will also boost our nutrient intake from sub-optimal to optimal levels.

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Reward Yourself for Studying

Reward Yourself

During the weekdays you wake up early and go to school. You come back from school to do revision and in the evening you do your homework and prepare yourself for the next school day. At the weekend, according to Reevany Bustami and Ellisha Nasruddin, you should "renew yourself with rewards that uplift your spirits and sharpen your mind." 

What do you do so that you are recharged, uplifted, and relaxed? To renew your spirits you can do something that interests you such as: Go to the beach to look at the rising sun or the setting sun, Read an interesting and motivating book. Enjoy a game of Scrabble with your friends. Go for an uplifting movie. Visit your friends or relatives. Go to the zoo. Play computer games. Visit the orphanage or the old folk's home. 

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Home Remedies for Vaginal Dryness

Home Remedies for Vaginal Dryness

As you know olive oil is good for the heart. But do you know it may be good for the vagina? According to a couple using it says that it is the best sexual lubricant and it's natural and not greasy. However, oil-based lubricants and latex condoms do not mix. 

Vaginal Dryness

Another couple suggests a product made from an extract of kiwifruit vine. They say it is the best personal lubricant of all. It lubricates and relieves pain associated with vaginal dryness during relations. 

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Protect Your Child Alone at Home

Protect Your Child Alone at Home

Take the following precautionary measures for the safety of your child when he is alone at home:

7 Smart Ways to Protect Your Children
 

1. Inform your child not to tell anyone or someone on the phone that he is alone at home.
2. Teach your child to tell the person at the door or on the phone like, "My father is having a nap."
3. Teach your child the right number to call in case of emergency. Tell your child that he should call your handphone or your office whenever necessary. Keep a list of the emergency telephone numbers by the side of the telephone.
4. Make sure that your child is able to lock and unlock all windows and doors.

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Help Your Children Manage Money

Help Your Children Manage Money

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According to financial planners, children should get an early start to know financial management. They recommend the following:

1. Fix a day every month to give allowance to your children. This is to allow them to plan their spending for the month.
2. Keep a record of their expenditure. Children should be taught to record their monthly expenses.
3. When the children are old enough, open bank accounts of their own. This is to allow them to learn and understand banking procedures.
4. Permit your children to spend the money independently. However, parents should explain to them what kind of expenses is considered extravagant and what kind of expenses is considered investment
5. As soon as appropriate, introduce tools for financial management to them. Inculcate in their minds the importance of these tools.

What are the Abilities the Bosses are Looking for When They Promote Someone?

What are the Abilities the Bosses are Looking for When They Promote Someone?

Here are a few important skills you must polish up if you want to be promoted. These are the factors that bosses are considering:

10 Things You Should Not Say To Your Boss
 

1. The ability to communicate well in writing, speaking, listening, and reading.
2. The ability to make decisions.
3. A team player.
4. Being involved in volunteer activities. Your involvement projects a good image for you and the company.

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