Excerpts from 2 of several emails our State of You series…
Thank you LiveSisterLive for creating such a catchy series on the STATE of You and the STATE of the Union. I never thought about relating the State of the Union to the state of me. I’m going to get my state together --- G.C. , looking for a new state of me in Virginia
I’m hurting and truly need some reform or someone to do something. I watched the state of the union and the president for the first time in a new way. I kept asking myself, okay sis, watch what’s in it for you… T.F. Florida
Dear Sisters,
What matters? The more action you take the more you can change the state of you.
Thank you for the positive messages and an idea that really was driven from women like each of you who are looking for change. If you know me, you know my emphasis on focusing on the "state of you" not someone else's state. Do yourself a favor, don't compare where you are to where someone else is or isn't. We want to help you improve your own state and your own life matters.
Again, thanks for all of the positive feedback on kicking off the State of the Union and State of You (and more on it through the year). It’s what we’re about at LiveSisterLive, helping you to live life like it matters no matter what state you feel you’re in.
Just yesterday: Another sister commented, I never would have thought to tie my life to the state of the union. I replied to her, everything in this life and world can affect the state of us…
For now, let's discuss three major things we heard that could be good for improving the STATE OF YOU from the STATE OF THE UNION:
1. Job Creation & continued Extension of Unemployment benefits: The President stated that “ One in 10 Americans still cannot find work.”
If you are out of work, ensure you are taking advantage of unemployment benefits. I’ll be doing a series on how to get the most out them and the things you may not know. If you do have a job, pay attention where job creation is occurring that could create a new opportunity for you if you are considering a move. Also, if you have a job pay attention to where the layoffs may occur and be aware of how it could impact you.
2. New Small Business Credit: If you have a small business and looking for relief the President also proposed taking 30 billion dollars of the money banks on Wall Street banks have repaid the government to help give small businesses credit. This is one we will continue to pay close attention to and share information on life matters for those in business.
3. Education Reform. Parents ensure your children are getting best education, including looking at science, engineering, math and technology. Our girls are especially behind in this area. Look at how well your country is excelling in what are called the STEM professions.
The President discussed Congress must take actions to help our schools but we have to find ways to help improve the education of our children. He specifically called out the need for colleges and universities to reduce costs and a focus on community colleges. If you want education for you or your children, community colleges are an institution to watch and consider having your children attend. More on this in future blogs.
More of what we heard for the State of You tomorrow, focused on financial recovery, children and obesity and more…
In my book, WorkSisterWork, I have a chapter focused on preparing for bad times while you’re having good times. Do your state a favor: Let’s work together to prepare for what’s ahead and get all of us in a better place and state!
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