Stay At Home Activities & Inspiration

The Loyalty Alliance® Way

The Loyalty Alliance team has been closely watching the events related to COVID-19 and has been in the thick of it in Midtown Manhattan.  Our heartfelt thanks go out to all the heroes in this war, including every single one of you practicing shelter-in-place and social distancing. Your efforts and sacrifices are so very much appreciated!

So, as a corporate “thank you” we decided to do our small part to lift your spirits and provide much-needed distractions for you and your family members by offering this web/social media curated selection of “Stay At Home” activities, including inspiring stories, tips, ideas, fun things to do, and other tidbits. Click the “cards” below or the menu on the right and explore!

Watch our social media channels and this page for additions/changes and please feel free to contribute and share!  We look forward to receiving your comments, contributions and thoughts.  For those who would like to reach out to our President, her email is [email protected].

Stay safe!

Time for a Quantum Leap

Time for a Quantum Leap

Ready for a Quantum Leap in Cybersecurity? Are you tired of chasing code writers and constantly patching vulnerabilities? It’s time to revolutionize your approach to cybersecurity. Learn how in this new post from Carmine Cicalese.

CYBER NEEDS TO DO THE MATH

CYBER NEEDS TO DO THE MATH

In his latest post, cybersecurity expert Carmine Cicalese explains why math is essential for building and securing our digital future and why vital math education and cybersecurity training are necessary to develop well-rounded professionals.

POWER OF CONNECTIONS: WHY NETWORKING IS IMPORTANT

POWER OF CONNECTIONS: WHY NETWORKING IS IMPORTANT

Networking is more than just exchanging business cards. It’s about building meaningful relationships that can open doors to new opportunities, valuable insights, and unwavering support.

In his latest blog post, Achieving Beyond blogger, Bill Quinn, explores the transformative power of connections and how to make the most of your networking efforts – both online and off.

WHAT’S YOUR ENERGY IN YOUR BUSINESS?

WHAT’S YOUR ENERGY IN YOUR BUSINESS?

In this new post from Achieve Beyond blogger Bill Quinn, learn to tune into your body’s natural energy cycles and adapt your routine accordingly. It is the key to being an expert energy manager. Whether it’s doing a single job at a time or creating clear boundaries around your work, following this advice will help you reach your full potential every day.

izhar

Bijnas karna hai Shahid bhai Aap ki madat chahiye

monu

sir me business karna Chata Hu me Home se work kar sakta Hu me kam Karne ke liye teyari hu

Health is for EveryBODY™

Health is for EveryBODY™

Empower Yourself with Personal Health Choices “Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.” --Arthur Ashe The Health is for EveryBODY℠ campaign, initiated by the National Minority Health Association, is a clarion call for...

Business Fairy Godmother Executive Services

Business Fairy Godmother Executive Services

When you need a person you can trust to be honest, direct, professional, compassionate, and to listen to you genuinely and to treat you like the valued person you are rather than the persona that developed around your success, you need an Executive Fairy Godmother.

Different types of Life Insurance Policies

Different types of Life Insurance Policies

Life insurance can feel like a complex financial product, shrouded in confusing terminology and various options. Cindy Fields’ latest blog post dives into the different types of life insurance available, empowering you to make informed decisions for your future and your family’s well-being.

Julie

My wish, Fairy Godmother-Hivemind-Community, is accredited equity investors / family offices who love history, film, female directors and believe in ME. Seeking 2M from equity investors for 4.7M film. 100k for preferred stock. 1M for...

Resilience

Resilience

Discover Resilience’s commitment to supporting survivors and advocating for equality. Join us in creating a world free from sexual violence.

Dr. Chris

I wish I had the opportunity to do a large book signing event in a major US market: NYC, LA, or ATL. My book: Omówálé: One Man's Justice Journey (available on Amazon)

Different Types of Buy Sell Agreements

Different Types of Buy Sell Agreements

This new post from Cindy Fields delves into the different types of buy-sell agreements, equipping you with the knowledge to choose the one that best suits your business needs. Understanding these options empowers you to create a robust framework for a smooth and successful transfer of ownership, ensuring your business’s long-term stability.

ES Business Template

ES Business Template

Loyalty Alliance Insurance Business Solutions Whether you are a young company, a mature organization, or a private equity firm looking to invest, the Loyalty Alliance Insurance team can help you leverage your dollars to: protect valuable...

Equity Financing: Friend or Foe for Your Small Business?

Equity Financing: Friend or Foe for Your Small Business?

Every entrepreneur dreams of their business blossoming into a thriving success story. But growth often requires an influx of cash – capital – to fuel it. This post from Cindy Fields addresses the question: should you raise capital, and if so, how?

The IMT Insider Volume 1 Whack a Mole

The IMT Insider Volume 1 Whack a Mole

This post by Patrick Seaton presents “Mastering Organizational Whack-a-Mole™,” using Conversation Frameworks™ to proactively address recurring business challenges in people, processes, and planning. It likens these issues to moles in a game, suggesting they require continual management with these specialized, effective tools.

Patrick

I wish that I could find twenty (20) companies in the 70+ employees that would like to receive a FREE DIAGNOSE Flash Report. This survey is given to ten (10) employees, takes 15 minutes to complete, and assesses how many of the 28 most...

Fiona

I wish for the insight to adapt to the needs of higher education and forge key relationships with decision-makers across the U.S. educational sector. May ViewPoint’s collaboration software become essential in enhancing teaching and...

Tammy

I’m an 57 year old woman and would like to invest in Real estate. I have no start up Capital and would like to get grant money that I don’t have to pay back. Thank you!

Zintle

Good day, I am seeking funding of $500 000, i have my pitch deck ready for those interested. The funding will be used for the following: Equipment Technology and tools for expansion i.e Adobe Suite

Storm

I wish to raise the bar for women like me in Nashville, TN. I wish to get a platform, like social media, or miss Tennessee, idk, to reach billions, and overpower sexism, misogyny, homophobia, and corruption with vulnerability, courage and...

Keri

I wish to start a tech business for women in the outdoors, focused on connecting women with the right gear and education to achieve their outdoor dreams. This would be sold B2B, to the likes of REI, backcountry.com, and other outdoor...

Camille

May Camille Louise Jewellery serve as a beacon of positive change through the prism of the SDG's. The mother-daughter led brand is committed to transparency-by-design and leveraging pioneering technology with the aim to influence...

Patricia

My business partner and I are launching a podcast called The Female Experience Podcast. We aim to create a community of women to share their wisdom and encourage each other to remove limiting beliefs to achieve their goals and dreams. We...

Robin Sol Lieberman

Robin Sol Lieberman

Meet Robin Sol Lieberman, the dynamic founder and CEO of LIFEHONEY®, a global wellness brand. With a background in mindfulness and cultural anthropology, Robin leads transformative sessions at prestigious institutions like the United Nations General Assembly and for international corporations. Her influence spans beyond boardrooms, as she shares her expertise on major media platforms. Through her book “The Charisma Code” and LIFEHONEY®’s offerings, Robin guides others towards self-discovery and resilience.

Diane Bacchus

Diane Bacchus

Introducing Diane Bacchus: devoted mom, wisdom teacher, and Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Ahhaa, a global wellbeing platform. From leading meditations at The United Nations to collaborating with world leaders, Diane’s influence spans far and wide. Recognized for her leadership in mental wellbeing, Diane’s proudest role is being a mom to her accomplished children. In her, we find not just a leader, but a beacon of hope for positive change.

Laura Sicola

Laura Sicola

Meet Dr. Laura Sicola: a renowned speaker, author, and podcast host specializing in leadership communication. With a background in cognitive linguistics, Laura helps top executives master “Vocal Executive Presence” to command rooms, connect with audiences, and close deals. Laura’s TEDx talk boasts over 6.8 million views, and her expertise has been featured in major media outlets.

Lean Conclusion: Navigating Your Lean Journey

Lean Conclusion: Navigating Your Lean Journey

Embarking on a Lean journey is a transformative endeavor that requires dedication, collaboration, and strategic focus. Throughout a 6 part blog series, Patrick Seaton explored various facets of Lean implementation, delving into key principles, challenges, and success drivers. You’ll find key takeaways and insights in the conclusion to this series.

Going Lean, Part 5: Keeping the Momentum Going

Going Lean, Part 5: Keeping the Momentum Going

Learn how to appoint a Lean Champion, identify and eliminate waste, create a proactive process analysis strategy, improve planning processes, and celebrate successes. Check out the Top 5 Builders for long-term success in this post from Patrick Seaton.

Mark

I wish to help SaaS startups struggling with Enterprise sales. Specifically, I coach sellers on individual deals, freeing sales leaders to focus on strategy and operations. I help clients accelerate growth and liquidity, enhancing deal...

Presley

Have Every newborn in the New York Presbyterian System receive a Love Swaddle at birth!

Going Lean, Part 4: Finding Long-Term Lean Success

Going Lean, Part 4: Finding Long-Term Lean Success

Unlock the secrets to achieving long-term Lean success with Part 4 of Patrick Seaton’s Lean Series!Discover the top five strategies to drive lasting Lean success: aligning management, aligning infrastructure, walking the walk, thinking long-term, and empowering people.

Karen Ashworth-Macfarlane

Karen Ashworth-Macfarlane

Forget boardrooms and spreadsheets! Buckle up for a wild ride with Karen Ashworth-Macfarlane, the CEO of Doña Loca, who swapped suits for mezcal fire pits and traded crunching numbers for the crunch of agave roasting. This isn’t your average business story; it’s a fiesta of passion, fire, and the “Loca” magic that’s shaking up the spirits world.

craig

Day 1: “Imagine a world… Day 2: “I wish I could live in a world… Day 3: “I want to live in a world… Day 4: “I intend to live in a world… Day 5-10: Choose which speaks to you the most and focus on that each morning. “I intend to live in a...

It’s Amazing What Shoes Can Say

It’s Amazing What Shoes Can Say

As Bette Midler is credited with saying, “Give a girl the correct footwear and she can conquer the world.” Well, in her latest Achieving Beyond blog post, fashionista Joanie Abraham has a lot to say about the latest forms of self expression with shoes. Is your shoe collection ready for what the new year has to bring? #fashion #business #blog #AchieveBeyond

FRANK.

We received in December- 786 from. a total of 1000. hits on the blogs originating.out of the USA. Need. a US based. travel fulfilment partner to covert US enquirers. Will set uo a. US free phone number to US partners. Cannot covert. out...

Portia

Hi! My name is Portia and I started my own custom party decor business called Portia Nicole Creation. For the longest I've wanted to open up my own Event space to host kid parties, baby showers, etc. because I feel that every child...

Rachel

We use upcycled upholstery fabric to customize bags, we use canvas to cover game tables, our business is looking for an opportunity to partner with businesses that is looking for our goods and services

Billy Joe

I created two phenomenal tools to teach human trafficking prevention: a VR experience to teach you the psychological manipulation aspect, and an interactive online course that uses gamified techniques to deliver core information everyone...

Getting Ready for 2024 – The SWOT Way

Getting Ready for 2024 – The SWOT Way

One very effective way to take stock of past successes and challenges and begin to plan your company’s 2024 initiatives is to do a Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats (SWOT) Analysis of your company and its functional areas. This post explains how.

Dr Frank

Dear Cindy, Since 2014 I have helped many UK and EU enterprises progress US investment aspirations. Delivered as a thought leader, C Suite coach and FDI and export themed event organiser. Work closely with DBT, US Commercial Service,...

I left my phone… A cautionary tale

I left my phone… A cautionary tale

One of our worst nightmares is losing our phones. If that were to happen, it would be a Hacker’s dream come true. Cybersecurity expert Carmine Cicalese walks us through that scenario in this new post.

Celebrate Global Entrepreneurship Week With Us

complete the form to be featured Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) will celebrate and empower entrepreneurs in every country and community worldwide  – especially those who face structural barriers or may have never considered launching...

Employee Overload: When Wearing Too Many Hats Hinders  Productivity

Employee Overload: When Wearing Too Many Hats Hinders Productivity

In an update to my post about workload and task management in departments, I share findings from conversations I’ve had with organizations and consultants. Among other things, I concluded that a department that has priorities and workloads changing every so many months finds it challenging to follow the company’s strategic changes and initiatives.

The ‘Impossible?’ and Techniques to Achieve It!

The ‘Impossible?’ and Techniques to Achieve It!

This post is for executives and others who ideate, plan, assign, and oversee difficult-to-achieve efforts. The inspiration was several clients asking us to help them do the ‘Impossible’ fairly regularly! Here are several ways the author found that help achieve an ‘Impossible?’ goal. Read this and be on your way to Achieving Beyond!

FIREFIGHTER OR PYROTECHNICIAN?

FIREFIGHTER OR PYROTECHNICIAN?

Are you a firefighter or a pyrotechnician? If you have trained and conditioned your employees to be consummate firefighters through action and praise, while verbally urging them to become better pyrotechnicians, there lies a conflict. Learn how to address it from Achieveing Beyond blogger Patrick Seaton. #leadership #business #blog #AchieveBeyond

5 Critical Success Factors for Enterprise Software Sales

5 Critical Success Factors for Enterprise Software Sales

When enterprise software deals stall, customers are denied increased efficiencies and vendors the revenue needed for growth and liquidity events. So, how do B2B companies and their technical sponsors avoid/advance stalled enterprise software deals? This post has the answers.

Back to School, Back to Work: How to Realign Your Projects for the Fall

Back to School, Back to Work: How to Realign Your Projects for the Fall

Now that Summer is on the wane, it may seem like the best thing to do at work is to go forward full speed on your projects – simply picking up where they left off a few months ago. Achieving Beyond blogger Patrick Seaton has other ideas. In fact, in this new post he’d like to offer you the following suggestion: Step Back and Review the Project. Read it and Learn! #business #blog #AchieveBeyond

What is Life?

What is Life?

This post has been written by Achieve Beyond’s Mark Cohen while his Mom is in Hospice care and questions the norms and conventions surrounding death.

Loyalty Alliance Insurance Business Solutions

Loyalty Alliance Insurance Business Solutions

Whether you are a young company, a mature organization, or a private equity firm looking to invest, the Loyalty Alliance Insurance team can help you leverage your dollars to protect valuable corporate resources, minimize liability exposures, and attract, reward, and retain key personnel.

To Change or To Be Changed?  That is the Question

To Change or To Be Changed? That is the Question

Many managers face open resistance to changes taking place in their organization. What is most important to understand is the personal reason for the resistance. Lean more about this phenomena in Achieveing Beyond blogger Patrick Seaton’s new post. #leadership #business #blog #AchieveBeyond

Loyalty Alliance Lending

Loyalty Alliance Lending

Loyalty Alliance provides creative and customized financing solutions from $250,000 to $500 million to businesses large and small. With funding capabilities that rival even the largest financial institutions, combined with a team of seasoned business professionals, we are…

Understanding Conversation Frameworks

Understanding Conversation Frameworks

In this short video from Achieving Beyond blogger Patrick Seaton, you will be introduced to digital, facilitator-led, collaboration tools called Conversation Frameworks. These tools can be used to address recurring situations at all levels – organizational, departmental, and employee – which, if left unattended, could turn into problems that impact performance. 

A sharecropper’s story of success

A sharecropper’s story of success

James Staton Jr. I introduce myself as The son of sharecroppers. I was born, raised, and educated in the city of Duquesne which is about 20 miles south of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. I am one of nine children, the son of sharecroppers. My...

Process Analysis is not Process Improvement.

Process Analysis is not Process Improvement.

There is a way to bring improvement initiatives back into your organization. You must focus on the three Ps – the People, the Processes, and your Planning / Preparation routines. Last month we talked about People, and this month we will focus on Processes, specifically Process Analysis for an existing process.

Shopping in the Age of Zoom

Shopping in the Age of Zoom

Shopping is one of the great pleasures enjoyed by the women in my family. Shopping with my granddaughter is right near the top of my list. With my granddaughter in Portland and me in Detroit, it’s not very often we could share that experience until we started shopping on Zoom.

How Many Hats Do Your Employees Wear?

How Many Hats Do Your Employees Wear?

Learn how to improve employee productivity dramatically via a Task Management session where all department employees or team members participate in a facilitated, digital group activity called a Conversation Framework.

7 Ways To Find ME Power

7 Ways To Find ME Power

In a time of massive change in our collective worlds, feeling powerless can be all too easy. Regardless of which side of a societal, political, or familial issue you fall on, feeling like you cannot affect the outcome can be downright exhausting. In this post, Bill shares eight ways to regain ME power, regardless of external outcomes.

How A Traditional T-E-A Ceremony Translates to Ranking High on Google

You’ve probably heard the expression that consumers today want to  do business with those they “Know, Like and Trust.” With each years’ global decline in trust, this has become incredibly important, and it’s why consumers flock to those that establish and reinforce trust. It’s become so important that T-E-A (Trust, Expertise & Authority) today also signals what Google is looking for – expert-level content that answers all the right questions.

Six Steps to succession planning for Businesses

Six Steps to succession planning for Businesses

Transitions and change are challenging—especially for small business owners. It can be tough to wrap your head around leaving something you created and led, and even more complex if multiple people might be interested in taking over. That’s why I wrote 6 Steps to Succession Planning for Businesses.

The Foci Story

The Foci Story

It was a few days before Christmas in 2001 when I got the call. A former business partner from S&P (Standard and Poors) asked if I could help him create a web-based system for financial advisors at American Express. My role would be...

What Happened to the Empress’ Clothes?

What Happened to the Empress’ Clothes?

Fashion trends start out subtly and evolve from season to season until they become ubiquitous and fade away. Fashion expert Joanie Abraham finds the latest news in fashion a little alarming. Learn why.

Everything You Need To Know About Microsoft Power Pages

Everything You Need To Know About Microsoft Power Pages

Microsoft Power Pages is the newest module of the Microsoft Power Platform, built on Power Apps portals. Power Pages enable users to create and host customer-facing business websites quickly and easily. The embedded low-code designer and advanced customization options provide an imminently flexible web development tool.

How Hedge Funds Affect You

How Hedge Funds Affect You

Let’s look at the “Big Picture” of the “big money” to be made in Hedge Funds – and how these $$$ incredibly wealthy people – whom you have never met – are changing your life every day.

Is Dynamic Caller ID Good For Your Brand?

Is Dynamic Caller ID Good For Your Brand?

If you are like most people, you’ve become numb to the overwhelming influx of spam and telemarketer robocalls coming to your smart phone. Just think of your own behavior — how often do you pick up an incoming phone call versus letting most calls go to voicemail? The inherent problem with call tracking software and dynamic Caller ID is that it isn’t always a good choice for your brand. Learn more about dynamic caller ID in this revealing post.

Can Web 3 Apply To Your Business?

Can Web 3 Apply To Your Business?

There’s been a rapid influx of information regarding Web 3.0. But without the vast resources of a global brands, how can the rest of us navigate this new technological area? It’s complex, and this post strips away the complexity to answer the question, can Web 3.0 apply to your business?

How COVID-19 Is Reshaping The Healthcare Industry

How COVID-19 Is Reshaping The Healthcare Industry

While the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic has yet to be fully realized, there is no denying that it has permanently transformed the healthcare system and the way doctors, pharmacies, and hospitals do business. As we slowly creep into a post-pandemic world, how we treat patients, deliver medications, and administer healthcare will be forever changed. Amit Patel looks at these times of change and industry-wide upheavals as the perfect opportunity for transformation.

Insurance For Entrepreneurs: Affordable Alternatives To Estate Planning

Insurance For Entrepreneurs: Affordable Alternatives To Estate Planning

When creating an estate plan, entrepreneurs generally look to ensure their heirs and beneficiaries receive assets in a way that effectively manages and minimizes estate taxes, gift taxes, and other potential tax and administrative costs. This can be pretty tricky, depending upon the components of the estate, their value, ownership structure, and even the state where the assets, and the entrepreneur, are located. Learn more about estate planning and affordable alternatives.

The Data Journey: 5 Stages Of Turning Data Into Actions

The Data Journey: 5 Stages Of Turning Data Into Actions

In the last 20 years, a fair amount has been said about “big data” and how to approach it; however, what to honestly do with it and how to make it actionable is somewhat unclear. It follows a high-level – and transparent – roadmap on treating your data and making it work for you. There are five stages in turning data into actions…

How COVID-19 Has Impacted Higher Education

How COVID-19 Has Impacted Higher Education

For this article, we interviewed a wide variety of students, teachers, and administrators to get their insights on the effects of COVID-19 on higher education in the U.S. For the general purposes of this article, we use higher education and post-secondary education to refer to colleges (community colleges, technical schools, and liberal arts colleges) and universities (public and private institutions that offer both undergraduate and graduate programs).

Managing Business Risks

Managing Business Risks

I’ve been getting many questions from business owners on managing their business risks. As a result, I’ve decided to write a series of short posts to address their needs.  These are to be educational thought starters. I hope you find them...

A Pediatrician’s Day: Reflecting on Emotional Challenges

A Pediatrician’s Day: Reflecting on Emotional Challenges

No day is the same, and no day is predictable, either good or bad.  Other than pre-scheduled meetings, “zooms,” or webinars, my patient care schedule is always full of the unexpected.  As a physician, I find that my moods and emotions ricochet from feelings of endearment towards a newborn whom I examine to those of helplessness in attempting to counsel an adolescent with thoughts of suicide. 

The Dangers of Installing Apps: What You Need to Know

The Dangers of Installing Apps: What You Need to Know

Now that I’m out of the military and advising clients on information security. I’m much more in touch with the continual technology changes, and wow, is it tough to keep track. Welcome to the era of everything as a service, and every service requires an application or app – primarily a smartphone app. I contend I may be even more deliberate in making a technology change, especially when it comes to smartphone apps, because of the security concerns.

What Data Science Means to Organizations – II

What Data Science Means to Organizations – II

AI Presents Endless possibilities across all Industries and Organizations. Applications and use case possibilities are limitless. They depend on the growth stage, status quo existing data stack, priorities, and budget. Industry, organization size, and personas can segment AI Use Cases. Determining the relevant data universe and identifying models to solve a defined challenge can be alike regardless of industry.

On The Power of Doing Good

On The Power of Doing Good

Up until very recently, I have seen polarization in society that has been associated with anger, judgment, and distrust. Whereas the response and the selfless efforts of our scientific and healthcare community to the worldwide pandemic have been unprecedented, it has also suffered from unfounded criticism and suspicions of conspiracies. Through my novice blogging, I hope that I will be able to share my love of medicine and the humble honor I have in caring for children.  Through the reflections of my experiences, I will also try to engender a sense of wonder and interest in those who might consider a career in healthcare.

Tatiana Tsoir, CPA

Tatiana Tsoir, CPA

In today’s ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND EMPOWERMENT we introduce you to Tatiana Tsoir, a CPA with 16+ years of experience who found her passion and purpose providing the true support and guidance with money and taxes to entrepreneurs and small...

What Data Science Means to Organizations

What Data Science Means to Organizations

In a time when AI is considered the engine that will power the next age of human progress, failure to participate is no longer a viable business option. Companies that wish to digitally transform must understand that embracing the status quo will leave them struggling to keep up with competitors that recognized the opportunity before them.

Meet Sonia Mundra – Risk Seeker

Meet Sonia Mundra – Risk Seeker

Are you a risk seeker? Our current ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND EMPOWERMENT featured executive, Sonia Mundra, certainly is! She was recently interviewed for the DC Local Leaders podcast [below], where she opened up and shared her experience on...

Meet Noah Treshnell

Meet Noah Treshnell

Do the brands you buy reflect your core values?   In this issue of ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND EMPOWERMENT we introduce you to Noah Treshnell who, with good friend & former colleague Wesley McCaw, created D.O.B - Date of Birth Inc. – a...

Meet Preston Brown

Meet Preston Brown

Welcome to another installment of Entrepreneurship and Empowerment. It's hard not to feel empowered while watching this video on Preston Brown, brother of our own Terrell J. Brown Brown. Preston coaches high school football in his home...

Blue Note at Home

Blue Note at Home

As we slowly get back to "new normal" the news cycles are shifting to so many other issues we're experiencing. Yet, the pandemic continues and we'll do our best to keep finding activities and inspiration to share. Today we found that the...

Live Music and More

Live Music and More

If you're into music you'll want to check out Bands in Town, an app for your phone that connects to your music and location, then alerts you when bands you like are playing near you. And now, during the pandemic, it is alerting for live...

Storywriting with the Kids

Storywriting with the Kids

Though not free, this website has the coolest stories you can create with your kids or grandkids! It's called Once Upon a Pancake and it seems like a lot of fun. Check it out and let us know what you think! https://onceuponapancake.com/

A Salute to Our Healthcare Heroes

A Salute to Our Healthcare Heroes

The American Hospital Association is compiling stories from the front lines we'd like to share with you. We're doing so to honor these heroes many of whom have gotten sick, have PTSD, and who continue to save lives. Read their stories on...

United We Move – Free Workouts from Planet Fitness

United We Move – Free Workouts from Planet Fitness

If you're still shut in like we are, we're sure you need as many excuses as possible to keep moving. Well, the good folks at Planet Fitness have created a series of workouts - with new ones live streamed daily on Facebook - on YouTube....

Jazz at Lincoln Center

Jazz at Lincoln Center

If you're into Jazz, or just need a fine does of musical relief, Lincoln Center has got you covered with free, daily Jazz programming! Check out the schedule on the Center's...

9 Uplifting Stories from Around the World

9 Uplifting Stories from Around the World

The good folks at National Post have created a video featuring stories of people playing music out and about in their communities, doctors traveling to hard hit countries and more! Check it out https://youtu.be/DpbYcEkelG4

New York Botanical Garden At Home

New York Botanical Garden At Home

Here's a unique resource sent to us by one of you! The New Your Botanical Garden has created a video collection of some of their best Spring blooms and tours. As they put it "See Spring Bloom." We hope you enjoy it as much as we did :-)...

Free Group Yoga Classes Online

Free Group Yoga Classes Online

From MyYogaTeacher.com. Connect with teachers who are passionate in helping you find exactly what you need. No future obligation or fine print. https://www.myyogateacher.com/free-group-classes-online

30 Creative Activities for Kids

30 Creative Activities for Kids

Apple today has released a new “30 Creative Activities for Kids” worksheet designed specifically for those learning from home due to COVID-19. The worksheet includes 30 creative tasks for kids, ranging from photo walks to creating a comic...

These 12 Famous Museums Offer Virtual Tours

These 12 Famous Museums Offer Virtual Tours

A fine contribution from one of our colleagues. We hope you enjoy it! Stuck at Home? These 12 Famous Museums Offer Virtual Tours You Can Take on Your Couch (Video) Experience the best museums from London to Seoul in the comfort of your...

WildEarth’s safariLIVE

WildEarth’s safariLIVE

Here's a submission from our network. Enjoy! WildEarth’s safariLIVE is an award winning, expert hosted LIVE safari, broadcast directly from the African wilderness into your home. Available on both the internet and television, this show...

Activities and Inspiration: Theatre

Activities and Inspiration: Theatre

We're scouring the web for free and low cost resources related to theatre and performing arts (like comedy, piano bars, etc...) not captured elsewhere on our site. We hope you'll find these resources to be a respite for you and yours as...

32 Theater Documentaries You Can Watch Right Now

32 Theater Documentaries You Can Watch Right Now

While we’re not able to go to the theater right now — there are so many other ways to experience the stage and behind-the-scenes magic. The good folks at Today Tix compiled 32 of their fave theater documentaries that are available to...

Activities and Inspiration: Museums

Activities and Inspiration: Museums

We're scouring the web for free and low cost resources related to museums, We hope you'll find these resources to be a respite for you and yours as you hunker down at home. Please let us know if you have any to share! Misc VR of Rebuilt...

Activities and Inspiration: Games

Activities and Inspiration: Games

We're scouring the web for free and low cost games. We hope you and your significant others will find these resources to be a respite. Kentucky Route 0 by Cardboard Games http://kentuckyroutezero.com/ Games on Sale from Epic Games...

Activities and Inspiration: Music

Activities and Inspiration: Music

We're scouring the web for free and low cost resources related to "all things music." We hope you and yours enjoy these! Left Bank Live - Concert https://leftbankmag.com/leftbanklive/ Streaming Daily DJing Live Stream at Nowadays...

Activities and Inspiration: Exercise

Activities and Inspiration: Exercise

We're scouring the web for free and low cost resources related to exercise. We hope you'll find these resources to be a respite for you and yours. Home Work-Ins With Planet Fitness https://www.facebook.com/planetfitness/ Down to Earth...

Activities and Inspiration: Kids

Activities and Inspiration: Kids

We're scouring the web for mostly free resources related to "all things kids." We hope you'll find these resources to be a respite for you and the family as you hunker down at home. Please let us know if you have any to share! Reading /...

Activities and Inspiration: Movies and TV

Activities and Inspiration: Movies and TV

We're scouring the web for low cost and free movies, TV programs and everything in-between. We hope you'll find these resources to be a respite for you and yours as you hunker down at home. Please let us know if you have any to share!...

Activities and Inspiration: Literature

Activities and Inspiration: Literature

We're scouring the web for free resources related to "all things literature." We hope you'll find these resources to be a respite for you and the family as you hunker down at home. Please let us know if you have any to share! Audible...

Why NBA Players Go Broke and How To Avoid It

Why NBA Players Go Broke and How To Avoid It

According to Bleacher Report, [February 29, 2012], 60% of NBA players file for bankruptcy within five years after retirement! Don’t be next! In our opinion, NBA Players go broke for four main reasons. First, their egos! Don’t forget,...