Tuesday, January 4, 2011

Happy Birthday Fellow Capricorns!

Happy Birthday my fellow Capricorns! Here's to making 2011 an amazing New Year! I hope YOU meet your challenges head on, achieve your goals and help others along the way!

CAPRICORNS ROCK!

Capricorn December 22 to January 19
http://www.findyourfate.com/astrology/Capricorn.htm
Capricorn, whose constellation is known as Capricornus, is one of the oldest of the astrological interpretations.It is ruled by Saturn. Who climbs and schemes for wealth and place?
And mourns his brothers fall from grace, But takes what's due??
It is the Capricorn!!!


Its symbol is the goat. This is sometimes depicted as a sea borne hybrid or Dolphin. The image is often an animal with the body of a goat and the tail of a fish.

Personal Traits

The Capricornian is generally a serious character possessing a wry sense of humor. Independent, steady as a rock, Capricorn reflects earthy qualities that range from clever to vacuous. Mostly cautious, confident, strong willed, reasonable and hard working, Capricorns are a rock upon which to build. They are often aloof, shrewd, practical, responsible and persevering. They are capable of great endurance Reliable in any profession they undertake, but lacking in originality, they usually excel in following up on what someone else has started.

Within prescribed areas, Capricorn is a resourceful, practical manager. These folks set high standards for themselves and others. They are self critical, and work well in a disciplined environment, demanding equal measure from their subordinates.

A careful, ambitious planner, Capricorn moves forward with quiet, deliberate persistence. They can be frugal, possessing the ability to achieve results with minimum effort and expense. Highly organized, they excel in managing several projects simultaneously.

Capricorn will often vie for a position of authority. Once attaining control, they are demanding and exacting in leadership. Although firm, they are usually fair to people they deal with. They value tradition. http://www.findyourfate.com/astrology/Capricorn.htm



Capricorn (♑) is the tenth astrological sign in the Zodiac, originating from the constellation of Capricornus. In western astrology, this sign is no longer aligned with the constellation as a result of the precession of the equinoxes. In astrology, Capricorn is considered an introvert sign.[2]

It is also considered an earth sign and one of the four cardinal signs. Capricorn is ruled by the planet Saturn. Being the tenth sign of the zodiac, Capricorn has been associated with the astrological tenth house. Individuals born when the Sun was in this sign are considered Capricorn individuals. Under the tropical zodiac, the Sun enters Capricorn by definition at the moment of winter solstice, or roughly at December 23, and leaves it around January 20. Under the sidereal zodiac, it is currently there roughly from January 15 to February 15.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Capricorn_(astrology)

Happy 2011 New Year!


Waving goodbye to 2010 and Welcoming 2011 with open arms!
Enjoyed both triumphs and tragedies and now it is time to start a new year with new opportunites.
Share what YOU plan on doing in 2011?! Happy 2011 New Year!

Thursday, December 30, 2010

Good By 2010!


It has been an amazing 2010 year. I earned some awards, grew as a leader and help others grow as well. At some point I hope to take the time to write out and high light the positive experiences and the not so easy to take experiences.
Hugs to all of my Fellow Capricorns! I am soooo looking forward to waving good bye to 2010 and welcoming 2011!

Happy New Year 2010 with Music from Abba

Wednesday, November 24, 2010

Happy Thanksgiving 2010!


I wanted to take a moment to express how grateful I am for this amazing 2010 year!
I have so many people to thank for being a part of my life and helping me with so many amazing tasks, events, milestones and many other happenings. I know how important it is to give back and to "Pay it Forward - so I wanted to take this moment to THANK YOU for extending your hand, helping me along and for supporting me in my time of need.
Happy Thanksgiving Friends, Family and Others!

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Oral Communications Class - Malden High School



http://www.malden.mec.edu/mhs/

This morning I presented at Malden High School for Mrs. Razzino's Oral Communications Class. I appreciate that Mrs. Razzino invites me back as a guest speaker and today I was pleasantly surprised when I presented with a gift of homemade
notecards from the Malden High School Art Students.

It was a large class today and they were very attenative and did a great job. It is important to get their ideas on how the class went -so here they are some of the comments and testimonials from the Malden High School students in the Oral Communications Class:

"I believe Sherri reaches out well to her audience". Portia

"I feel more confident after today, ice breakers helped me relax, becoming an expert on your topice helps you delet filler words and a well structured outline helps me get over taking center stage. Sherri did an excellent job! She really helped me on becoming a better speaker because of her tips also how she presented and connected with my classmates and I". Jeau


"I learned about postitve and negative feedback". Shakira

"I like how Sherri related to us". Kaoutar

"Sherri was very sweet and nice". Tamarre

"Very Supportive and generous" Tai

"I learned we should walk around"..."Sherri was a good speaker". Janice

"I felt that Sherri did a really good job she was supportive of each speaker". Kevin

"I feel like I learned a few new tips and tricks about presenting that I will try" Student, Malden High

"Sherri was very nice and open and not mean and funny saying "Hollar". Talela

"Sherri is lively and nice". Branslie

"Sherri is a very good speaker". Vernon

"I feel more confident because everyone got in front of the class and the atmosphere was great". Jean

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I really enjoyed presenting to the students and my hope is to be able to teach Oral Communications courses at the college level. I am taking all the steps I can to move myself in that direction.

How about YOU - what steps are YOU taking to reach the goals and dreams you set for yourself? I encourage you to keep taking those steps and move forward.

ALSO - if you want to improve your public speaking skills join Toastmasters. http://www.toastmasters.org/

AND - If you would like me to help you improve your speaking/presentation skills - just contact me at: courtjestour@aol.com

Friday, October 15, 2010

Helping YOU Take Center Stage!

My newest logo! Helping You Take Center Stage! I love the colors and the message. I am learning that it is all a work in progress and feedback really is valuable.

How about YOU? What are you working on? Are you asking for feedback on your projects?

Friday, October 1, 2010

Take Center Stage!!

Here it is my new LOGO!
I am moving away from "Find Your Platform" and replacing it with:
"Take Center Stage"!


I believe if you want to improve your public speaking skills "Take Center Stage"! because the more you are in front of others as a speaker, leader, parent, teacher or any setting - you will gain more confidence and become a better communicator.

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