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I search high and low to find resources that will make your job easier.  I don't put anything on this list unless I have thoroughly checked it out first!  Check back here often, because I am constantly adding great resources just for you!

Free Tools and Articles

	Know Your Top Three Goals For 2006? Take the FREE 5 Minute Quiz and download your Free Goals Report!
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Services That Will Make Your Life Easier

	Here is the link to AudioAcrobat. Nothing to download, nothing to install, no special equipment. Woohoo! You can record a quick message to send to your unit, a conference call with lots of people on it or you can record a training audio with just you talking and send it out. Wow! This thing couldn't be simpler. Sign up for the free thirty day trial.
	Ascend Financials.  If you are struggling to pull your finances together for tax time or wonder where all of your hard earned money is going or even don’t understand why you don’t feel truly wealthy, Ascend Financials is for you.  It works with Boulevard, Pink Money, Quicken and Quickbooks and is specifically designed with the Mary Kay Director in mind.
	My Unit Site  I can't tell you how many directors I talk to who tell me that their website and/or newsletter is a thorn in their side and wastes so much of that precious resource - time!  Well I am here to tell you that My Unit Site can change all of that!  They cater to directors who want to delegate their newsletter, their website and their online training center.  How would it feel to have someone else create a professional looking newsletter with all of your unique information that was ready to post at your website?  Better yet, how would it feel to have someone else design and edit your site and keep your training center regularly updated?  I thought you would think it's great.

Books and Magazines (click on the title to go straight to Amazon.com)

	5 Emergency Steps to Getting Yourself Unstuck by Yours Truly, Sarah Robinson I’ve labored long and hard to develop this audio program and companion workbook so that it delivers real results in your business and your life. When I ask Mary Kay Directors about their biggest problem, inevitably I hear “I’m just stuck” or “I’m in a rut” or I just can’t get myself to do the things I know I’m supposed to do”. If you’ve ever felt this way or have consultants who feel this way, this audio program is for you!
	Finding Your Own North Star by Martha Beck Martha Beck changed my life in many ways. I've read a lot of so-called self-help books in my life and this is the only one that resonates with me on every single page. I was lucky enough to be chosen by Martha for her Life Coach training program. You can also read Martha's monthly column in Oprah Magazine at Oprah.com.
	The Power of Focus by Jack Canfield My ability to choose priorities and set goals received a huge boost from Mr. Canfield (of Chicken Soup for the Soul fame). Mental acuity is the name of the game for this book.
	Money and the Meaning of Life by Jacob Needleman Is money your only definition of success? Is it worth trading your life for?? This book will help you find out.
	Boundary Power by Mike O'Neil If you are struggling to figure out where you stop and others start (i.e. boundaries) this book will put you on the right track.
	DNA of Relationships Every once in a while I read a book that has a profound impact on how I view my life and the relationships that I treasure so much.  Just recently, at the recommendation of my husband no less, I finished reading The DNA of Relationships by Gary Smalley.  I am a huge fan of Dr. Smalley's and have read so many of his books.  This one, however, is the best by far!  Though it is primarily about marriage relationships, it is truly about how to strengthen any relationship that we value.  Life is made up of relationship and in this book you will learn the key components that make them successful.  The wisdom here will benefit you, your family, and your unit.  Read more about it at amazon.com by click here DNA of Relationships.
	Book Yourself Solid This book teaches so much of what I teach: how to talk about your business, how to follow up effectively, how to define your best target market and your niche. If you like my style at all, you will love this book!

Links to Sites That You Will Love

Nashville Wraps. If are looking for fabulous wrapping supplies that make even the most uncreative among us look like professional wrappers, you won’t want to miss Nashville Wraps!  I order all of my holiday and birthday wrapping supplies from this company.  Because they have pre-packed each gift “look”, you will save tons of time and still have fabulous looking gifts that will make any woman beam with pleasure.

Silver N’ Accessories Wholesale. It’s that time of year to start thinking about how to reward your star performers at Seminar. If you are looking for substantial jewelry (and substantial performance deserves substantial jewelry, don’t you think?), I have got an excellent resource for you.