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Date: April 22nd, 2010
In this issue :
Supplements Preferred Over Drugs for Weight Loss
Richard Renton on Tonight's call
Making Meetings Fun
Supplements Preferred Over Drugs for Weight Loss
In a survey of 3,500 people, a University of Connecticut team discerned that 34 percent of Americans trying to lose weight are using supplements - an encouraging indicator for the dietary supplement industry.
The survey, funded by pharmaceutical giant Glaxo Smith Kline, was conducted nationwide from November 2005 to January 2006. Nearly half of the respondents, or 1,444 people, said they had made a serious attempt to lose weight at some point in time for at least three days. Of these, approximately one third said they used supplements while only 15 percent used prescription drugs.
The results are encouraging for Nutraceutical Manufacturers: Use of Dietary Supplements and Herbal Products came in third place, behind self-directed exercise( 90%) and dieting (72%).
Until Next Week,
Best Wishes for Ultimate Health and Majestic Dreams!!!
Steve Wallach
GIC
Youngevity® International
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This Week's Conference Call
Please join us this evening as Kona Double Diamond Leader Richard Renton, discusses the New Slender FX Weight Management system.
Don't forget, we are having a Convention 2010 recap webinar on April 24th, 9:00am - 10:00am PST . Click here to register.
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Making Meetings Fun
When the average person is asked to attend another meeting during their busy day, the natural response is to run like the wind or at least fake a "scheduling conflict." It's hard to imagine meetings being considered "fun." But injecting a little fun into your meetings might be just the right thing to encourage participation and creativity. No one will be required to recite knock-knock jokes, wear silly costumes or balance a spoon on their nose, but a little laughter can go a long way towards improving productivity and your associate's morale.
Try a few of these ideas:
Most people learn by "doing". Whenever possible, include hands-on activities, live demonstrations, field trips, games, role-playing, etc. Don't be afraid to mix it up - variety is what keeps people interested.
Bribery works! Organize contests to generate ideas and offer prizes to encourage participation. A little friendly competition can bring great results.
Consider appointing a "Director of Fun" for meetings. The Director will be responsible for dreaming up participatory activities, bringing in additional fun materials (videos, comic strips, articles, snacks) that relate to the meeting topic. A different Director could be appointed for each meeting.
For a fun change of pace, consider hosting a meeting in talk-show style. Have the speakers act as guests, attendees are audience members and the meeting facilitator can be the talk show host. The host will encourage the audience to ask questions and share their opinions on the speakers' comments.
It's important to always provide attendees with an initial caveat that they're free to decide to what extent they wish to participate. Some attendees will warm up more slowly to an unconventional meeting style than others. People will participate when they're comfortable and relaxed.
Remember, laughter stimulates blood flow, strengthens the immune system, reduces levels of hormones that create stress, and reduces pain perception.
Happy Meetings!
Also, be sure to check out the exciting redesign of the Youngevity Business Center
Wiley Hurt
COO
Youngevity® International
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