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Steal the show.

“All the world’s a stage, and all the men and women merely players; … “

William Shakespeare. As you like it, Act II, Scene VII

#NV: feature

Steal the show means being the centre of attention, having all eyes on one, being the most popular. – Let’s admit it: who would not want to steal the show every now and then?

“Steal the show” is also a book written by Michael Port. Its promise is “a standing ovation for all the performances in your life” and it does, indeed, deliver. As a professional actor, Michael Port brings you techniques that change your views on “performance”.

Here are two straightforward tips from the book’s 50 point Cheat Sheet. Do they ring a bell?

1. Don’t say: “I am glad to be here”. Show them that you’re glad to be there instead. Your audience should see it in your actions and hear it in your words. Besides, what’s the alternaive? That you are not glad to be there?

2. Let them go early. Audiences always like to be let out a few minutes early – even if they love your performance. There are no prizes for endurance; let them leave a few minutes ahead of schedule; they will thank you for it!

Check out the book, highly recommended: Steal the show by Michael Port

#NV: health

How do we survive sitting all day? Although it’s “just a desk job”, working in an office can play absolute havoc on our bodies.

Here are two immediate steps you can take to protect your most exposed body parts: spine, neck, elbows and fingers:

• Answer this brief questionnaire to evaluate the basic ergonomic layout of your current work station.
• Use the interactive workstation optimizer to find the right position of your chair, keyboard, and monitor.

#NV: wealth

When we seek help with a life-changing decision, we tend to come across two kinds of people : those with wise counsel and those who give us their worst advice.

Have you ever been told …?

You are too old!

“After all these years at your corporate job, you will never adjust to being a student again”, “no school in their right mind will accept you”, “you will be out of place (and out of money)”, “fellow students will shun you”.

or …

You can’t afford to do this!

“You won’t be able to buy a house, start a family or move up the career ladder”.

Whatever advice you get, it’s always good to remember that it’s not about them,
it’s about YOU.

The Worst Advice You’ll Ever Hear When Making Life-Changing Decisions

#NV: wisdom

Something is ‘rocking’ in the state of Denmark

For over 40 years in a row, Denmark has been voted as one of the happiest countries in the world.

“Hygge is considered such a powerful factor in Danish happiness that some universities in the UK and the US have started offering courses on it. Many think it is about lighting candles, preparing good food, and creating a nice atmosphere.”

But there is a deeper meaning to hygge; check it out here The Secret to Danish Happiness

What’s going on at #NV

 

 

Chinese New Year 2016 !

Chinese New Year is on Monday 8th February 2016. This new year is under the sign of the Fire Monkey which symbolises liberty, creativity and emancipation.

Most of Chinese companies are closed from 07.02.2016 to 13.02.2016.

This closing period is likely to increase temporary air transport prices temporarily and may induce late arrivals for European destinations.
The NV Logistics Team will do all its best to contain transport repercussions.

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“Live your best life” – a phrase originally coined by
Ophrah Winfrey