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#750 Deciding When to Run From a Storm

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Deciding when to run from a storm can be a big decision. If the consequences are big enough, the probability of impact is high enough, and you have the ability to get away, then you should go.…

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Posted by Joel Brookman in Podcasts, preparation, protect yourself, Take action.

#749 Developments In Storm Protection

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Our ability to track storms combined with the improved safety of homes have been tremendous developments in storm protection.…

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Posted by Joel Brookman in appreciation, Gratitude, Podcasts, preparation, protect yourself.

Get Out of Harm’s Way

As I write this there is a category five hurricane on a beeline towards my home. This is the home that I just bought, tore down to the studs, and put the finishing touches on only months ago. The vision running through my head is seeing the waterlogged remnants of all my stuff: the brand new furniture, the electronics, the collection of signed guitars and albums. I am visualizing the look on my wife’s face after all the work she put in to completing the project after we fired the contractor. I am seeing the response from my children as they witness the destruction of their rooms.…

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Posted by Joel Brookman in control what you can, preparation.

#667 Make Preparations for End of Life

You never know when your last day will be. If you have a family you owe it to them to make preparations for end of life.…

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Posted by Joel Brookman in Plan your life, Podcasts, preparation.

#635 Why You Should Use Structure When Communicating

If you have ever listened to someone talk in circles and not get to the point, you understand why you should use structure when communicating. It makes you easier to follow, and helps drive a more effective message. Today we discuss how to do it.…

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Posted by Joel Brookman in Communication, Podcasts, preparation.

#633 Get to the Point

You know those people that drone on and never seem to get to the point? Have you ever been there yourself? Wouldn’t it be great if before speaking we thought about how to deliver a concise message? Here are some ideas to get you started.…

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Posted by Joel Brookman in Communication, Podcasts, preparation.

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