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The importance of social networking sites in the job search continues to grow. Employers increasingly look to "personal" pages on MySpace and Facebook to make very professional decisions, so it's more important than ever that you take control of your online brand. You may be surprised just how many hiring managers are investigating applicants online. One survey found that 45% of employers view social networking sites (and use search engines like Google) to research candidates. Another 19% said they planned to start or increase this practice in 2008. Sites like LinkedIn and ZoomInfo only permit career-related information, but many people signed on to sites like Facebook to interact only with friends...

It can be both exciting and scary to work while you are on some form of public assistance. You might work just to get out of the home and do something. Working while you receive social security income does have many advantages. If capable, you can start living life free again. This guide goes over the legal rules you can work under, shows how beneficial working can be, and if you ever have to get on assistance again after working, it shows you how to easily reapply. Why do you get SSI? You are legally eligible for disability if you are 65 or older, are blind, or disabled, and have little income. If you have a disability making it impossible to work, whether you've had a job or not does not matter...

The role of a financial analyst is to provide financial support to clients and fellow colleagues that will help them make sound business decisions and set strong forecasts for the future. The exact nature of the role itself will vary depending on the size of the organisation, with larger ones, the analyst will be dealing with strategic analysis whereas in smaller business, the analyst might also look after preparing and collecting accounts. Analyst Job Description They will be asked to set financial budgets for the long term and short term plans of an organisation and will need to advise on decision making in regards to financial implications before decisions are made. All the plans, advice and...

Money is a big item on a job seeker's mind, for sure.  You know you're interested in the job, or you wouldn't be there, and the top of the list for you is finding out the mystery of what you could get paid.  But one of the cardinal rules of interviewing for job seekers is:    Never bring up money in your job interview.  It's a BIG no-no. ALL you talk about in the interview is what they need, what solution they need, what problem they have, who's been able to fix it before, and how you can fix it. It's a big worry for people, but it's important that you don't talk about money in the job interview.  Why?  You don't have anything to talk about until they make you an offer.   In fact, if they...

The program of MBA in India is the most sought by aspiring candidates both as a distance or a regular course. This degree has helped several candidates to achieve such elevated positions in their career path with hefty paychecks that it is impossible to ignore them. For more information, continue reading. In India, gone are the days when individuals rushed towards earning a medical degree to attain a successful career. In current times, several educational opportunities have been provided to students to pursue their career path in the field they are interested in. Among the various courses offered by the educational system, the course of MBA in India is the most popular among today’s...

Using a headhunter turns a passive executive recruitment strategy into an aggressive one. Rather than advertising a post and hoping that the best candidates come to you to apply, when you use a headhunting service, you send someone out to track down the best candidates for you. Many people will be interested in a position if it is offered to them personally, even though they are not currently looking for a new job. You can only recruit these people if you make the first move, because they won't see your ads or apply for a job. Headhunters specialize in executive recruitment. They work for the companies that need the best new talent and which are willing to make the sort of offers that can tempt a...

What you say about your references can kill your job search.  Many candidates are so focused on the resume and interview preparation that they forget about their references—but they are a critical piece of your job-getting effort. When you are asked who would be your references, and what would they say about you, don't ever say, "I think…"  As in, "I think my reference will be ___________" or "I hope he will say ________."  That doesn't sound confident, and it doesn't even sound like you've asked that person.  It certainly doesn't sound like you know what he will say about you. What will your reference say about you?  It won't help you if your reference says things about how punctual you...

"What's your greatest weakness?" is one of those typical but tough job interview questions.  We all hate this question, but it comes up all the time, and your answer is critical.  You know you're going to get asked, so be prepared.  It's trickier than it seems on the surface, and there's an art to answering it well.  Do you give your real weakness and how you've overcome it?  Or do you pinpoint a quality that contributes to your success?  How do you answer it truthfully (because they can see through a snow job) but still present yourself as the best candidate for the job? Some people will tell you to actually come up with a real weakness, like, say, lack of organization, and than talk about...

Attractive jobs accumulated at one part of the world and competent candidates are available on another part of the world. Who will fill this gap to help enhance the job prospects of prospective job seekers? Who else? Placement agencies always ready to fill this gap and help grab the right job for right candidates. Placement agencies collect the detailed data of the candidates to help companies select the right candidate for the right job. Candidates' knowledge, skills, attitude and abilities help them to find out the right job for the candidates. Meeting placement agencies will help build a strong foundation for your long career. Responsible job hunters: Many big companies are depending on the...

Many jobs don't require that you investigate an applicant's driving record. If that candidate will not be driving a vehicle for your business, there's little reason to check his record. Of course, if you're hiring someone who's job responsibilities include driving while in your company's employ, checking their driving record is imperative. Accidents happen. When they do, you need to ensure that your company is insulated from potential lawsuits. In this article, I'll provide you with a few reasons to check a prospective hire's driving record. I'll also briefly explain the types of information you can expect to see. Reasons To Review An Applicant's Driving Record There are thousands of jobs that...

> Are Diet Foods Healthy? Let us hear the one major answer, after first asking another question.- How many so-called Diet Foods contain 'aspartame'? 4,000 , maybe 6,000, of the food and drink items offered thru-out an average large grocery supermarket. Now, let us keep this little article 'dangerously sweet and low to the point'. What is aspartame? Some know it by the name of Equal, NutraSweet, Spoonfull, or another dozen or so, made up, safe and healthy sounding diet promoting superlatives. But here is what it really is made up of: 3 chemicals, and they are 'aspartic acid', 'phenylalanine', and 'methanol'. Thus, I would most definitely call it a Chemical Poison. Without great technical detail, it...

The SSI and SSDI Distinction Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) are both federal income assistance programs managed through the SSA and are available to support people with disabilities. When you have a disability, which plan will help you? The main difference among the two programs is the source of revenue that funds them. - SSDI is funded by Social Security taxes and FICA taxes. - The Supplemental Security Income, often known as SSI, is financed by general tax revenues. - Not Social Security. SSDI What's the SSDI Program and exactly how it will help Your Situation? SSDI is for you when you have a long work history and have paid out into Social...

The society is mainly composed of different individuals each having their own respective qualities and characteristics which make them unique. On normative scale, there are some factors that are generally similar in the society which are called the public standards. From these factors that most social concepts, ideas and innovations are created for public use and construction however, some minority aspects should still be considered in the public perspective. However, in the aspect of general public access, public utility buildings should also consider establishing accessibility features for people with disabilities namely those in the wheelchair population. For this concern, wheelchair ramp slope...

Recliner lift chairs are very useful for individuals who have a difficult time getting from a sitting to standing position, as well as for those who have a hard time going from a standing position to a comfortable sitting position. Recliner lift chairs are available with a variety of features, designed to provide the best types of services to those who need it. Recliner lift chairs are very easy to use. It won’t take long for a user to find the positions that are the most comfortable. Some recliner chair lifts have a memory button. Once you find a position you like, easily program it into the remote control. Whenever you want to return to that position, push that button on the controller. Most...

I can't tell you I agreed with all of his positions in politics particularly his stance on Occupied Palestine or the Middle East because I did not. However although he once aspired to be president it is obvious he accomplished a lot more as a senator, in fact compared to other senators he totally raised and refined the bar. Ted Kennedy was a product of a time in America that will never exist again when men of the steel of social duty and public accountability forged themselves in the sometimes hellish kilns of politics, social justice and endless efforts to soften and make malleable the selfish false idols of ignorance neglect waste and abuse. He was the 'go to man' very much inside the governmental...

The federal "Ticket to Work" program has expanded eligibility to help more disabled people find work. The Summary below explains the benefits of this new program. Summary Social Security's Ticket To Work (officially called the Ticket to Work and Self-Sufficiency Program) is a federally sponsored program for individuals with disabilities who have the desire and ability to re-join the workforce. It was also intended to reduce the participants' dependence on Social Security benefits. The new Social Security Administration Ticket to Work regulations are designed to help people who are receiving Social Security disability benefits find employment, vocational rehabilitation and other support services from...

My involvement on the issue of cultural competence and access to language smart service delivery began when my family arrived in the mainland United States, in New York City. I was eight years old and was thrown into the semi-bilingual school systems of New York, Newark and Elizabeth. Yes, my family moved around; allot. By the time I graduated High School I counted 13 different schools in 3 States not including schools in Puerto Rico. The one thing that amazes me the most is the resilience of my parents to navigate the system by using the pre-existing communities of Puerto Ricans and Cubans (they were the main Latino population at the time), to survive. How did those communities learn to survive...

class="googleright"> A California labor lawyer must face the difficult decision of choosing which state or federal agency to file a complaint with for a client’s age discrimination, and a California labor attorney has a tough choice. Especially tough are the short statutes of limitation a labor lawyer in California has to file age discrimination complaints. If you’ve been the victim of age discrimination in California, visit our website at this link California Labor Lawyer and call us at any of the numbers easily found on our website. Congress passed the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) of 1967 to address the practice of employment discrimination against older workers, and...

Free Bathroom Equipment is now the standard and users are demanding it. Building managers and owners who wish to have the most modern and most desirable restrooms are demanding touchless bathroom equipment. There are a number of reasons for this trend and the leading reason is the desire to eliminate cross-contamination between users. Another reason is the goal of providing ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliant equipment for all users. Reliable and automated equipment that eliminates cross-contamination will enhance any restroom’s overall image. And a business that provides a clean, hygienic restroom will attract more patrons than those that do not. Some of the most common Hands Free...

Most kids who end up with a diagnosis of ADHD do so as the behest of an adult, usually school personnel, unwilling or unable to accommodate their individuality, energy, and creativity. Unfortunately, much of the time, this diagnosis unnecessarily dooms that child to a lifetime of drug dependence, mental dullness and emotional instability. First, understand that ADD and ADHD are basically the same thing. They are merely two different labels for the same type of brain function. The labels, however, focus on the external response behavior instead of the internal activity: Attention Deficit Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder. Both denote the type of rapid firing brain activity that is...

This designer lavatory wash basin is 21st technology at its very best. Seen in exquisite hotels, resorts and theatres around the globe, the Express® lavatory sink designs accentuate elegance. Distinctive Lavatory Design The distinctive and sleek engineered basin of the Express® lavatory is fabricated in durable Torreon®, a material that is not only heavy duty and vandal resistant but also very pleasing to any eye. Torreon® has the natural look of marble, granite or stone without the maintenance that comes along with the natural material and at only a fraction of the cost. Elegant Basin Style Elegant wash basins can be matched with a multitude of commercial bathroom equipment designs...

In the capacity of this article writer's job as an ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) Social Worker, many clients with serious health problems are encountered. The reality is: becoming disabled is a part of life. In essence, people become disabled and spend life-time savings on medical care. Due to this big medical expense, a family can end up at the local welfare office with a home in foreclosure. This article author is hoping that people become proactive about obtaining medical coverage. Not enough education about the benefits of Long Term Care (LTC) insurance is making its way to the general population. This is the critical extra piece to your health insurance coverage. For those that have...

A Giant, Free & Official Baby Name Web Database Since virtually all new born babies in the U.S. are soon registered with the Federal government's Social Security Administration (SSA), this branch of the government collects the single best database of actual baby names used in the U.S. This database is available for free at a SSA website and is both surprisingly easy and fun to use - in other words, a great resource for top 100 baby names. Top 100 Baby Names - Most Popular Names Did you know that the top 3 boy names in 2006 were Jacob, Michael & Joshua, and top 3 girl names were Emily, Emma & Madison? Well, maybe you did, but how about the top 3 in 1960, or 1890? Want to know the 1960 and 1890 top...

Change is inevitable. Its either you learn to adopt the change and be like a chameleon or you fall from it and lost in space. I've heard it so many times that the only thing that doesn't change is the word CHANGE itself. True to its sense, it's the only thing that doesn't change. At work, change is constant. In a month you will do one thing and then the next month you'll do different things. Its either you will learn new things, though it's in a hard way, or tomorrow you'll just wake up and you find yourself been carried away by the change and you won't imagine that you lose your job.  I'm working in a BPO industry, one of the biggest in our country. Working in a big company is hard, as change is...

Handicap elevator is a remarkable mechanical device which enables the mobility challenged people to move through floors and vertically without any trouble. Every human is useful and full of talents and if just a mobility issue hurdles in its life then he will no more be able to utilize its extra ordinary and precious skills in a wonderful manner. Needs arise regularly and solution also comes and this is the beauty of life. Handicap elevators e designed for this noble purpose so that the handicapped people also can live an independent and frequent life like others. These elevators provide a stable platform for better mobility by helping physically challenged people by providing floor to floor...

If you become disabled and unable to work in America, you can apply for federal assistance in the form of social security disability and, if you are lucky, your own case will be among the thirty or so percent of claims that are actually approved at the application level. However, if your initial claim is not approved (and seven out of ten are not), you'll have to go through an arduous appeal system that can literally take years. And years, these days, can easily up to three years. Title II benefits, otherwise known as RSDI, DIB, or more plainly, Social security disability, is an underfunded (manpower-wise), lumbering, and creaking contraption that does not serve the citizens of this country well at...

Kitchen faucets don't just serve as a functional piece of the kitchen. Today, they set the style with shapes, sizes, designs and finishes to fit any décor. Whether you are looking for classic country or ultra modern, there's a faucet design to fit your style. Below are considerations to make when choosing a new kitchen faucet. 1) How many holes does your sink have? One of the most important questions when buying a new kitchen faucet is how many holes are in your existing sink or counter top. 2) What handle options do you prefer? Two Handle Faucets - Provides precise temperature and water flow adjustment, with separate hot and cold controls, utilizing 3 or more holes of a sink or countertop. This is...

The name Alsons has become synonymous with stylish and affordable showerheads over the past five decades. Since Alsons produced its first handheld shower head in 1958, the company has been supplying products to homeowners and businesses around the world. The reason for the success of Alsons showerheads worldwide is the simple elegance of their designs. The signature Alsons shower head is the traditional four-spray showerhead under product number 647. This Alsons shower head retains the exemplary level of performance of past generations of the product while bringing the design into the 21st century. The four-spray showerhead can be twisted to alternate between a heavy full spray, a fine full spray, a...

The World's Largest Baby Name Factory The U.S. Federal government's Social Security Administration (SSA) has kept careful records of all new baby names in the U.S. from the 1880's to the present. This database is available online for free for anyone to look at (you can find it at We've gone through the records and studied them can now share with you the fun and sometimes surprising results! I studied the data at the SSA site, looking at the name popularity for the last 120 years: from 1887 through 2006. Most Popular Names of All Time When you look at baby name popularity over time you see that all names go through cycles, gradually increasing and decreasing over time. To determine the most...

As a new mother, you probably will wonder whether your baby is sleeping enough, or sleeping too much. There are guidelines of what to expect, but of course these can vary from baby to baby. Even if you’ve had children before, each baby will be different. Newborn babies usually sleep about 16-17 hours in a 24-hour period. Most babies will not sleep through the night until they’re at least 3 months old. There are several reasons why. First of all, their stomachs are very small and they’ll get hungry faster, especially if you’re breastfeeding your baby. Breast milk is much more easily digested than formula, and your baby will need to feed more often, especially in the beginning. Babies also...

It is true. Each and everyone of us, at some point in our lives, has dreamed of being somebody special. Who hasn't fantasised about being the singer on centre stage? Who hasn't dreamed of being the next famous actress? Or the next best selling author? And how many times have we imagined being rich, or successful, or living happily ever after with the person of our dreams? Often, we dream big dreams and have great aspirations. Unfortunately, our dreams remain just that. Dreams. And our aspirations easily collect dust under our beds. This is a sad turn of events for the majority. Instead of experiencing exciting adventures in self actualisation, we get caught up in the humdrum of living from day-to...

Richard Ferber is director of the Center for Pediatric Sleep Disorders at Children's Hospital in Boston who believes in a “progressive” approach to helping your child fall – and stay – asleep. Ferber has developed a forward-thinking plan of action to instill consistent and regular sleep patterns in your child. Briefly, he suggests that after a warm, loving pre-bedtime routine such as singing, rocking, or reading a book, you put your child to bed while she's still awake. According to Ferber, putting your child to bed while still awake is crucial to successfully teaching her to go to sleep on her own. Once you put her in bed, leave the room. If she cries, don’t check on her until after a...

Personnel Assessment tests are designed to predict an employee's communication, job, and team working skills, conflict resolution ability, honesty and integrity characteristics, absenteeism and much more.  Today's HR professionals, are using the tests for broader uses. These tests can help determine the need for training, professional development, strengths, and weaknesses. Personnel Assessment tests can help you identify and hire more qualified workers, and improve the overall performance of your company. Did you know that about 40 percent of all companies use Personnel Assessment tests in the United States and it is growing each year by 5 to 10 percent?  This is in response to the 15 to 25...

When looking to soften your accent, it is at first important to understand that it is no mean feat. The sounds you use to create your words and speech, are hard wired into your brain, when you speak, you are usually thinking about what you are saying, or trying to find the correct words to express yourself articulately, not about the sounds you are going to use to formulate the words. When you decide you would like to soften your accent, you are embarking upon another kind of journey, that of putting new sounds into your head to make up old words, and so in order to use them, you now have to think before you speak, probably in a very different way from how you are used to! One of the central...

Interactive kiosks have proliferated into every aspect of modern life. From computer kiosks at airports, catalog kiosks at the department stores, a gallery guide at an art museum, informational kiosks on a busy downtown street, kiosks help people buy tickets, shop for unique products, learn new information, plan vacations, surf the internet, and much more. Although you may have seen them everywhere, you might be wondering what exactly an interactive kiosk is. They are free-standing computer terminals designed for public consumption that provide a self service option of some fashion; an example of a kiosk that most people are familiar with is the ATM, or automatic teller machine. Kiosks are...

Having MS changes your life forever. Joyous occasions can be hindered by inconvenient injections or flare ups. Although inconvenient, they should not stop you from doing the things you love. Traveling post 9/11 has added stress to many travelers, the MS traveler has some unique challenges but with a little preplanning you can have a very enjoyable time barely thinking about your MS. How to Pack your Pills Do not pack any pills in your checked luggage. Pills have been known to disappear from checked luggage. Every piece is x-rayed before being placed on the plane. I don't like being suspicious of airport workers but I would rather be suspicious than be without my pain medication. Make sure you have...

Using a standard sized toilet can be somewhat of a challenge for a number of individuals. In most cases there is some problem with the back and other times with the knees. This compounded by the fact that the average height of a toilet seat has gotten lower over the years can further work to exacerbate the problem. In situations like these tall toilets can be of immense benefit. Just like the name implies these toilets sit up much higher on the ground than their traditional counterparts and can do a great deal to increase the quality of life that the disabled or elderly lead. These toilets are the brainchild of the ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) who not only came up with the concept but also...

Ideally, handicapped bath room fixtures should be present not only in residential homes, but also in business establishments. We often overlooked this safety detail because we don't recognize its benefits not until the actual need arises. Fortunately, it's never too late to create a safe and convenient environment by installing handicapped bath room fixtures as early as now. The term "handicap" in handicap bathroom fixtures is not only referring to people with permanent lower extremity disabilities or the senior citizen population. The use of these assistive bathroom fixtures is also useful to those with temporary injuries (e.g. leg fractures), balance coordination concerns, and other movement...

Persons with disability and elderly are more prone to accidents and injuries. At homes, slippery shower stall is one of the most common causes of injuries. One of the ways to prevent this is by making your shower stall ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliant. You can make your shower stall ADA compliant by installing ADA shower pans, grab bars, enclosure, faucets, bench and shower heads. Here are a few tips on how to make your shower stall ADA compliant and help your disabled or elderly family members lead a safe and independent life. Grab bars Grab bars give the elderly and disabled persons something to hold onto while getting into or out of the shower. This provides support and prevents...

To begin with, let us tell you that this article is going to smash any preconceptions out there regarding opening a halfway house in the USA. You do not need a license, permit, or any other document to open a halfway house. If any person, government official, government agency, zoning commission, etc. tells you otherwise, they are engaging in illegal and unfair practices. Know your rights (see bellow links to know your rights). NATIONAL LAWS (ADA) ALWAYS SUPERSEDE LOCAL LAWS. Just for a hypothetical situation; let's say that 3 people who have depression decide to become roommates in a home. Should they be shut down and kicked out of the neighborhood because of their disability? Does that mean they...

Handrails can be produced in a wide variety of designs for the elderly and disabled people. There are many types of handrails, designed for various disabilities. The ADA, American Disabilities Act, has formed certain boundaries to which public and other places must follow to fully support the people with disabilities. One of the major factors that must be considered is the design and the place of making handrails that includes hand bars. These handrails are not limited to only public places, but they are also developed in the private areas in order to meet ADA standards. The material of developing handrails must be powerful enough to handle the amount of stress caused by grabbing the bar. The...

The ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) legislation, enacted in 1990, is so vague that it has created two classes of service animals. The first is for animals that perform a specific task - Guide Dogs for the blind, wheelchair assistance, hearing dogs, and animals that can detect medical emergencies, like seizures, and summon help. These dogs have been specifically trained for their service mission. The problem is the second classification - emotional support animals. All animals - lizards, chickens and snakes - can be designated service animals because they lend emotional support to the owner. In most cases they have no task-specific training. While this definition is currently under review, it...

Have you ever walked into a public restroom in California and wondered about the odd placement of a mirror on the wall or the unusual spacing of fixtures? If so, you have gotten a glimpse of what California builders, remodelers, owners, developers, architects, as well as planning and code officials, are required to address every time they build, remodel, or repair a public facility -- any building open to the public. By law, they must follow the most-current accessibility requirements in the California Building Code (Title 24), the Americans with Disabilities Act Accessibility Guidelines for Buildings and Facilities (ADAAG), and related materials. These California requirements, which are much...

Bathroom is one of the most dangerous areas in the house that cause accidents. The water and the tiles make bathroom floors very slippery. This danger is amplified in case of elderly or disabled persons. Most of them need help to move around in the bathroom, and even with help at hand, they can be prone to accidents. You can make your bathrooms safer for your family members with special needs by installing fixtures like ADA shower seats, enclosures, grab rails and faucet. You should check that all these products are ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) compliant to make your bathroom safe. Most of the accidents in the bathroom are caused by wet floor. Elderly or disabled persons often slip or fall...

Along with the disabled and elderly, families with young children and even a pregnant mom will benefit from the extra added security in being able to safely enter and exit a bathtub or shower area. We all know slipping and falling on a wet bathroom surface is no fun and can be dangerous. The first point here is to be sure we have the correct bar. Being that this is a wet environment, most bars are stainless steel, but there are other moisture resistant choices such as powder coat paint, brass and even different shapes that don't quite look like the traditional curve ended institutional stainless, although stainless is the most functional and cleans up the best. ADA (American Disabilities Act...

If you run a business and have employees, there are a slew of federal and state labor law notices you're required to post where employees can see them each day. These are often called labor law posters, or compliance posters. They include things like minimum wage laws, the federal USERRA, non-discrimination notices, and more. Keeping up with everything that ought to be posted and making sure that the most current notices are posted in the workplace can be a real chore for big and small businesses alike. What's more, posting a collection of paper notices can make your office look messy. To solve the problem, a number of companies sell labor law posters that combine all the state and federal...

Are you thinking about going through bankruptcy as way to get out of debt once and for all? If so you may not know what kind of trouble lays on the road ahead. In this post I'm going to show you the good and bad points of bankruptcy. The Good Points First off, bankruptcy can help cut down the amount of debt you owe and if your situation is bad enough you may not have to pay anything at all. In most cases you will only have to pay back around 30 to 80 cents on the dollar. Second, it will cut down the time needed to pay your debt off which is why it can make it a very attractive debt relief option. In most cases you could be out of debt in five to ten years. However bankruptcy has been known to have a...

In the field of graphic design, if you wish to be accepted, you must have a comprehensive portfolio. When you begin to look for a job, employers will look at your portfolio before they ever decide to give you an interview. If you are thinking about starting a freelance company of your own, then your prospective clients will first evaluate your portfolio with that of another designer with the aim of choosing the best designer for their specific assignment. There are several ways by which one can build an employment portfolio and each and every one will have its own assets as well as liabilities. In finance, a portfolio is an appropriate mix of or collection of investments held by an institution or a...

Being trapped in the victim role marginalizes your ability to live a fruitful, powerful and rewarding existence. I have very good news for people caught up in the victim mentality: you can free yourself from this self-imposed, self-defeating, depressing approach to life. Changing your attitude from pessimistic to optimistic will go a long way toward enabling you take control of what is really your right and responsibility -- your life. Optimism is about trusting in your own power to make your life and future better. It's about developing positive beliefs, expectations, choices and strategies. You accept that you are the one who is responsible for your life. Martin Seligman, the "Father of Positive...