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carra riley: New Package Delivery Scams! - 11/15/10 05:45 PM
New Package Delivery Scams!
In September I wrote a post "Credit Card Fraud Are You Prepared"  about credit card scams..... now two months later we have SSDD Same Stuff Different Day but with package deliveries at the Holiday time. It really looks like the "Cosmic Shift Happens tm." and it is new every day now!
Watch out and be alert is what I want to SHOUT!  In the last week I have received 3 e-mails about packages from UPS, FedEx and today DHL.
I am wondering how the scam artists got my e-mail and knew I sent a package?
This past … (21 comments)

carra riley: Do You Need to Learn About Digital Etiquette? - 06/09/10 01:44 PM
Do You Need to Learn About Digital Etiquette?
Are you unsure of when it's ok to answer your phone?
Do you question when it's appropriate to text in front of others?
On Tuesday June 15th, 2010 at 9:00am, author and digital etiquette expert Michelle Cimino will be joining me on Blogtalkradio to talk about her book, "Cell Phone Etiquette, observations from a Mom." The book is a humorous look at Michelle's oldest daughters relationship with her cell phone. She tells funny stories, gives Do’s and Don'ts and includes an acronym list (so us parents can find out what these kids are … (19 comments)

carra riley: Do You Need Some Sereni-Tea in Your Life? - 06/07/10 10:44 AM
Do You Need Some Sereni-Tea in Your Life?
Can you find success while sipping tea?
What should you know about tea?  
 
How can you benefit from drinking tea?
 
Can tea help in the search for identity?
If any of those questions peaked your interest, please tune into my Blogtalkradio show on Tuesday June 8, 2010 at 9:00am PST. My guest is author and certified tea specialist Dharlene Marie Fahl. Dharlene is the author of, "Sereni-Tea, Sipping Self Success."
Dharlene says, "As a certified tea specialist, I write for the novice tea drinker and as an ordained minister, I … (18 comments)

carra riley: Mastering The Interview In Times of Change - 06/01/10 12:18 PM
Mastering The Interview In Times of Change
Join me on Blogtalkradio with Lori Pritchard. Lori is a life coach and specializes in helping people create balance in their lives. She will be talking about finding a job in today's market. She recently did a presentation on "Using Social Media to Expose Yourself."
I met Lori Pritchard on linkedin and just started chatting about what she does. I am excited to talk more with her as she has a lot to share with people having to reinvent themselves in today's changing economy. Starting over is a huge challenge many people are facing … (6 comments)

carra riley: Managing Your Money! Times Have Changed. - 05/25/10 04:54 AM
Managing Your Money! Times Have Changed.
How many people do you know who have modified their spending behaviors in the past year? 
Just about everyone I know is working on their "Financial Fitness."
My next guest on Blogtalkrado is Peter Sorrells. Peter is the Author of, "100 Ways to Save and Grow Your Money: Financial Fitness for Regular People."
The show is sThursday, May 27, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. PDT

 
Peter Sorrells holds eight patents and a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) degree from  the University of Arizona.  He has held successful engineering, marketing and management … (10 comments)

carra riley: We Could All Use a Little Humor with Our Motivation! - 05/24/10 12:34 AM
We Could All Use a Little Humor with Our Motivation!
Every now and then, we all have one of "those days." It's "those days" that make us all appreciate a little humor. Sometimes you just need a good laugh!
My next guest on Blogtalkradio is author Sally Franz. Sally is a former stand up comedian, humor writer, corporate trainer, and motivational speaker.
Please join us for this exciting and fun-filled show on Tuesday, May 25, 2010 at 9:00am PST. You can call in and listen or ask questions to (347) 994-1903 or join us online and participate in the chat … (13 comments)

carra riley: Interested in the Arcane Mysteries? - 05/17/10 01:12 PM
Interested in the Arcane Mysteries?
Have you ever wanted to know more about, well, everything?
Fron the dictionary - Arcane: known or understood by very few; mysterious;secret;obscure;esoteric
My next guest on Blogtalkradio is author Etta D. Jackson. She says, "To facilitate the expansion and explosion in human consciousness now taking place, I have made these three non-fiction titles available by removing the veil of secrecy from the large body of arcane knowledge." Please join us for this eye-opening show on Wednesday, May 19, 2010 at 9:00am PST. You can call in and listen or ask questions to 347-994-1903, or you … (5 comments)

carra riley: Want to Start Using That iPod You Bought? - 05/13/10 09:10 PM
Want to Start Using That iPod You Bought?Have you had an unopened iPod sitting in your office or room for a while now? Are you a little intimidated by it? Are you too busy to sit down and learn how to work yet another piece of technology? If you said yes to any of these questions, then this post is for you! You'll be enjoying your music on the go in no time.

Getting your iPod to sync with your computer shouldn't cause you too much brain damage. In a nutshell, you'll need to create an iTunes account if you … (9 comments)

carra riley: Biker Dudes and H.O.G. Chicks Get Ready to Rally Williams Arizona! - 05/05/10 09:22 AM
Biker Dudes and H.O.G. Chicks Get Ready to Rally Williams Arizona!
The Harley Owner Group (H.O.G.)  is going to partee! Be there or be square!
It's time for the 2010 Arizona State H.O.G. Rally! Let the good times roll at the Arizona State H.O.G. Rally in Williams, Arizona! This annual tradition is coming back to Williams June 10th-12th 2010.

The Arizona State H.O.G. Rally has quite an interesting history for those unfamiliar with H.O.G. Rallys.
It's a great way to start the Harley summer fun at the Gateway to the Grand Canyon.
Harley owners get together and RIDE...... A … (23 comments)

carra riley: Real Estate Investing Secrets with James Harner - 03/11/10 07:15 PM
"Real Estate Investing Secrets with James Harner"
Have you always wanted to make money by investing in real estate? Housing prices are Bottoming. Foreclosures are Surging. Lenders are Slashing Prices on REO's (real estate owned) for Buyers on the Inside. Short Sale guidelines have been streamlined. Find Out How You Can Profit Today in the perfect storm of real estate investing.
         
Want to be First in Line for these Great Deals, Before They are Gone??
Free -- Find Out How You Can Profit Today in the Web's Best Foreclosure Economic Report and Investment Strategy Session. Tune in, Don’t miss … (5 comments)

carra riley: "Ask Mary" Comes to Blogtalkradio - 02/26/10 02:53 PM
"'Ask Mary' Comes to Blogtalkradio"
Are you someone who wants to learn new things every day?
Is it important to you to stay on top of real estate trends?
Are you ready to take your real estate career to new heights? 
If you said yes to any of these questions, you need to listen to Mary Yonkers on Blogtalkradio at 9:00am MST on Thursday March 4, 2010. You can click here to set a reminder. And please call in with any questions, or just to listen at (347) 994-1903. Or you can listen online and participate in the chat room by clicking here.
Mary is a real … (14 comments)

carra riley: "Stand Out or Bow Out! The Power of Personal Branding." - 02/05/10 01:46 PM
"Stand Out or Bow Out! The Power of Personal Branding."
If you have been thinking about creating a Personal Branding program you will not want to miss the "ActiveRain member series" of my Blogtalkradio show..
Ron and Alexandra Seigel are luxury real estate marketing experts. On the show, they will share personal branding secrets that can help you become a market leader. The Seigels own Napa Consultants, International, a strategic business development firm. They are also the authors of the popular blog, the Language of Luxury-Get Fluent. Get Affluent!
Set a reminder and join us on Thursday February 11, 2010 at 9:00am MST. … (8 comments)

carra riley: Activerain member Michelle Francis Shares Real Estate Scoop in the Atlanta, Georgia Area - 02/01/10 09:38 PM
Activerain member Michelle Francis Shares Real Estate Scoop in the Atlanta, Georgia area
Michelle Francis is a blog queen who is always smiling with her words.  After you read what she writes you know you want to work with her. The smile on her picture is contagious and makes you feel so good all over. 
The next guest in the ActiveRain member series on Blogtalkradio will be Michelle Francis from Atlanta, Georgia. Michelle will be sharing her expertise with us as we talk about market trends in the area and also some great leasing tips.
The show will air on February 3, 2010 at 9:00 a.m. … (2 comments)

carra riley: Fun on Friday with Martha. How is your packaging working for you? - 12/18/09 06:05 PM
Fun on Friday with Martha.  How is your packaging working for you?
This time of year we are all in a hurry to get our HVA's done, that is High Value Activities. 
We run from one party or event to another.. we have to take gifts as secret Santa's or Chinese Christmas.  I know I would run so fast that sometimes the packaging was not always the best.
                                
Several years ago I attended a luncheon for instructors and there were beautiful packages at the table setting.  Each box was wrapped in spectacular paper adorned with bows and trinkets which made me feel like … (12 comments)

carra riley: Cosmic Cow Cat in the Snow on Wordless Wednesday - 12/09/09 10:09 AM
Cosmic Cow Cat in the Snow on Wordless Wednesday.
It snowed all day Monday and Monday night in Williams, AZ the gateway to the Grand Canyon which is also only 30 minutes to Flagstaff...... we woke up to 24 inches of snow.
Tuesday we could not even go into the street till after the snow plows came by.
Cosmic Cow Cat "Bubba" enjoyed the snow.
Had to miss a lunch in Laughlin Ranch with activerain friends @CandiceD and Pamela Cendejas.  We will make a new plan soon!  Had a skype call planned with Wordy C... so the best laid plans....sometimes have to go to plan … (33 comments)

carra riley: Thanksgiving Favorites and Cooking in Cyberspace! - 11/15/09 10:00 PM
Thanksgiving Favorites and Cooking in Cyberspace!
I really enjoy reading the posts in activerain, cruising through facebook, checking out links on twitter and networking on linkedin.  I learn so much each day I never cease to be amazed!
I saw a fun facebook update from a Top Producing Real Estate agent in Ohio last week. 
He wrote:  What is your favorite Thanksgiving dish?  
He had so many responses I thought I would try posting that question on facebook too. 
There were some delicious foods for Thanksgiving and I decided it would be fun to be able to share recipes.
My mind went to work thinking about how to share … (14 comments)

carra riley: Sarah Palin - Inside Scoop On Book Tour In Indiana - 11/13/09 03:06 PM
Sarah Palin - Inside Scoop On Book Tour In IndianaListen to Tia Nielsen, independent writer and reporter, talk about plans for interviewing Sarah Palin on Thursday in Indianapolis on BlogTalkRadio Cosmic Cow Pie. Tune into the show or call in 347-994-1903 The chat room will also be open to ask any questions. You can access the chat room by clicking here.
If you have some specific questions you would like Tia to ask Sarah Palin just leave them in comments belowand we will talk about them on blogtalkradio, Tuesday at 9:00 a.m. MDT.
In a recent article in The LA Times the locations and details of Palin's tour was disclosed and Tia Nielsen … (7 comments)

carra riley: Do You Know Mari Smith, Queen of Social Media? - 11/11/09 02:16 PM
Do You Know Mari Smith, Queen of Social Media?                                      
 
You should know Mari and follower her on twitter @marismith
I met Mari Smith this Fall at two events.  The 21st Century Book Marketing Event in San Diego and BlogWorld Expo in Las Vegas. 
Mari Smith is one of the most sincere individuals I have ever met.  She genuinely cares about everyone she meets and certainly made me feel special. 
This will make you laugh..I had my new iphone at the event in San Diego and I was … (23 comments)

carra riley: How To Select a Real Estate Agent to Purchase a Home - 11/08/09 04:35 AM
There are four simple reasons the time is right to buy a home NOW!
1.  The inventory to select from is high.
2.  The interest rates are very affordable.
3.  New legislation created a STIMULUS package to encourage home sales.
4. The buyers market could soon be turning into a sellers market. 
 
                                
On November 6, 2009 the President signed an extension for the first-time home buyer credit of $8,000. The legislation also INCLUDED a move up buyers credit for a $6,500.  With basic principles of supply and demand incorporating the stimulus package, the real estate market should get ready to rock again! Today's buyer is going to receive financial advantages to … (57 comments)

carra riley: Friday Funnies! 1 Hour Stress Relief! - 11/06/09 11:36 AM
Friday Funnies!  1 Hour Stress Relief!
It's Friday and time for some fun!  One great benefit to being a blogger is all the great content you come across in engaging with new friends. 
This week I had the pleasure of talking with Marcia Fine, Author of Stressed in Scottsdale.  The main character in her book, Jean Rubin, has a blog about Stress. 
I laugh out loud when reading her descriptions of Stress so I am going to share some of the comments which inspired this post. 
Yo, Yenta! Says: October 28th, 2009 at 1:51 pm I practice a little known method of Jewish Zen … (10 comments)

 
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