GIVING is one of the strongest symbols of Christmas, but research suggests a majority of Australians don't think too much about donating to those less

PRESS RELEASE

According to the Westpac Community Markets Give Differently survey, just 21 per cent of respondents say Christmas is a time when they most think about making donations to charities.

While 92 per cent of people say they have donated to a charity in the past 12 months, only 33 per cent say it was during the holiday period.

More than half of all the donations were in reaction to national disasters such as last summer's Victorian Bushfire Appeal.

Sole parent of 3, Sam Beau Patrick from the Gold Coast would like to change these statistics and encourage others to follow suit. Sam has written 2 books in 2009 and is donating part proceeds of the sales to her 2 favorite charities: Paradise Kids and Bravehearts.

“. . I want to help as many people as possible but being a sole parent means I have to be smart about how and where I divide my time and energy. Writing the books and then donating part of the sales to charity is a great win-win for the charities, the people purchasing the books and I know I am helping people who have a genuine need…” Sam said.

Sam organised for 2500 boxes of clothes (boxed, washed and sorted) to be shipped to the Victorian Bush Fire Survivors and FNQ flood survivors in February this year, so donating to charity is strong in her heart and passions.

Sam would like to see other businesses follow her lead and donate part of the sales profits back to charity. With 92% of Australians donating to charity this year (and over 50% being the Bush Fire Appeal), Sam would like to see the generosity and act of giving continue.

Sam’s 2 books can be purchases on line from www.byebyebridget.com.

Her books are: HOT TIPS for the BUSINESS TRAVELLER

And BEAUTY AND THE BEAST WITHIN

Cabin Baggage 3 tips

After having a chat with Jetstar staff, it appears that cabin luggage size recommendations are often exceeded. 3 tips are:

1. Check the bag size prior so that it is not confiscated at the boarding gate. Allow for the expandable compartments

2. Pay the extra $10 when you purchase your ticket - so you have the option of putting luggage underneath. It costs $80 bucks if it is confiscated and is put under the plane at the gate

3. You don't need the kitchen sink - take essentials on board - and remember for international flights to comply with the 100ml liquid restrictions (LAG regulations).

one nice one-star staff member

Here are some hot tips from Jetstar staff

1. Any Qantas or Onestar flight number under 399, leaves from Sydney International
2. Always check the departure terminal (there are a few domestic flights that leave from International in Sydney ie T1)
3. Carry medications with you incase your luggage is lost or you need them
4. Cheaper flights always Saturday afternoon, Tuesday and Wednesday

3 Reasons not to travel with Jetstar - Ever

The 3 most compelling reasons to NEVER EVER fly with Jetstar (unless to leave a war-ravaged district and there is no other options) are:

1. They have the rudest staff of any organisation that i have ever encountered. Even decent people say "hello". And as for the niceties such as "can I help you", "you're welcome" etc... don't even hope

2. They appear to try to not-get you on their flights, where as Virgin will do anything in their powers to get you on the plane

3. They have stupid anomalies such as one domestic flight, which leaves from the International terminal in Sydney and wonder why people like myself , turn up at the normal terminal . They treat you with disdain. Maybe warn us when we book!

Seat selection

Choosing your seat on a plane can make a difference to your flight. These are the things you need to take into consideration when booking on line or at the check-in counter.

• try to be close to the exit doors (either front or rear of cabin if the airport allows disembarking off the rear of the plane)
• on International flights, try to have a seat away from the toilets (to save endless interuptions with people, lights flashing in your eyes)
• on International flights, ask your travel agent to book a seat that will have the least interuptions (this may be down the rear of the plane, where there are only 3 seats in the middle aisle)
• If you have a taller frame, are over weight, or suffer with anxiety, request a seat with extra leg room. It's worth it for the extra money paid!
• Window or Aisle - this is one of those individual preferences. I love a window seat going into new cities so I can have a good aerial view on arriving and departures. However domestically I usually opt for an aisle seat so I don't feel so hemmed in.

Cheers Sam

My essential travel items

Domestically I travel at least twice a fortnight.
My 2 top must-travel-with-items are
1. water bottle
2. Sudoku or brain trainer books

How to avoid jetlag

Sometimes avoiding jetlag is very hard, especially if you don't sleep well on the plane. Remembering that in a normal 24 hour period you would normal achieve 6-8 hours of sleep. When you fly you may only have nil to a few hours, so naturally you will feel fatigued, regardless of the time zones crossed.
Many people become dehydrated while flying and this also makes you feel fatigued and apathetic.
To assist in minimising with jet lag you can try the following:
- set your clock (and mental attitude) to be in sync with your destination when you board.
- make use of the inflight personal signs (ie do not disturb) if you plan to sleep
- use the ear phones (even if off) as a signal to everyone that you are not interested in talking
- use the eye patches to block out light
- drink plenty of water
- avoid lots of alcohol
- discuss your sleep routine with your travelling partners so they appreciate your plan (and not take offense)
- try to push through as long as possible at your destination (if it is day-time) and go to sleep when the locals do.

Jet lag

Jet lag is very common when travelling across time zones.
Jet lag is the feeling of profound sleepiness, fuzzy head and sometimes fading in and out with your surroundings.
It is caused by the abrupt reversal of your melatonin/cortisol levels as you leap across time zone.
During the day time your body produces a hormone called cortisol, which peak mid to late morning. This is when your energy levels should peak. Then as the cortisol levels taper off over the after noon, you prepare for bed, around 8-9pm. At this point the opposite hormone melatonin is produced in higher doses . This brings on sleep. Over night cortisol production is decreased. This 24 hour cycle is referred to as your circadian rhythm.
If you travel across a time zone your hormone levels become confused. Your body suddenly receives light (day time) when it has been producing melatonin (which is the night hormone). And vice versa with cortisol - hence why you often feel awake and have problems sleeping at night when you travel across time zones.
Your body can take up to 2 weeks to correct itself.
Read tomorrow about how you can manage jet lag

Travelling with Medicines or Supplements part 2

Natural supplements
85% of people in USA and Australia have tried natural medicines at one point. Maybe the number is 100% as natural medicines are any substance that exerts a benefit and is from a natural source. This broader understanding of natural medicines would include water, fish, vegetables and fruit!

Natural supplements can bridge gaps that are present in “orthodox” (pharmaceutical/surgical approach to medicine). And are instrumental in keeping a person healthy and disease-free.

Some benefical natural supplements are:
a. immune boosters
During travel your body is highly susceptible to picking up bacteria and viruses. You can take preventative supplements and herbs to boost your immune system or treat yourself with Vitamin C and other herbs if you should come down with something. Prevention is better than cure and any down time is valuable. Take preventative measures if you fly/drive regularly.

b. energy enhancers
The most common complaint heard by doctors in their surgeries (and any healing modality), is the complaint of “low energy”. (Stress is not far behind). Low energy levels can be due to many things, the most common being not enough water. Other things to consider are mineral deficiencies, poor eating habits, not enough exercise and an underlying health problem.

Many reputable medical journals (based on medical research), recommend that people take a multivitamin every day. This will help with some energy problems. http://www.byebyebridget.com/ecommerce.php

c. memory, concentration and thought enhancers
Certain amino acids (protein derivatives) can augment brain function, and other herbs can assist with memory. If this is important for you work and function, make an appointment to see a naturopath who can best advice you on which ones to take.

Many natural medicines are available over the counter or from health food shops and supermarkets. But how do you know what you need? There are a range of supplements available and rather than waste your money on something you think you need, see a professional trained in the area of complimentary medicines. These may include a naturopath, nutritionist or herbalist. There are national registration bodies, listed in the back of the book, that you can contact to find a practitioner local to you. OR you can search on the internet. We recommend the on-line consultations offered by www.healthqueen.com.au

The essentials
As a minimum you should take the following on any trips with you:
any prescription medications
paracetamol /ibobrufen or natural pain killers
an immune booster
a multivitamin
an anti-oxidant

Always carry a letter for PBS and supplements if prescribed by a professional.
Avoid travelling with powders and liquids.

Travelling with Medicines or Supplements part 1

Taken direct from the PBS and medicare guidelines:

Taking or sending PBS medicine out of the country (Australia) may be illegal.

Before taking or sending medicine subsidised under the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) oversease you should:
- contact the embassy of the country you are visiting to ensure the medicine is legal there
- carry or enclose with the medicine a letter from your doctor, detailing what the medicine is, how much you will be taking of sending and stating that it is for your personal use
- leave the medicine inits original packaging so it is clearly labelled with your name and dosage.

If sending yourPBS subsidised medicine by post complete a Customs declarations form available at any post office stating that it is PBS medicine for your personal use.

The Australian Customs Service may detain any medicine it suspects is being legally exported.

Giving PBS subsidised medicine to family or friends overseas is illegal and may endanger their health. For more info:
Ph 1800 500 147
www.medicareaustralia.gov.au

or read, HOT TIPS for the Business Traveller.

The easiest way to get from home to the airport

For easy, clean, on time and a relaxing way to arrive at the airport call these guys:

http://www.bct-transfers.com/welcome/page1.php

BCT - transfers.com

They are now in most parts of Australia (sorry Victoria - you are being added soon).

Select Mobile SMS notification-up-dates when booking

When booking your flights - check the box for receiving up-to-date information via sms. This way the airlines can keep you informed of cancelled flights, delays etc...

Dispose of your tissues before disembarking

Modern times have lead to virulent viruses (ie sophisticated new-age viruses, that are still simultaneously simple and perfect) and deadly bacteria . To avoid illness some simple health precautions will re pay you many times over through staying healthy.

For starters don't use hankerchiefs. They can become a micronutrient rich slimmy collection of virus spores that you spread obliviously to everything you touch!

Use disposable tissues. This is one of the most simple health strategies, (that was introduced in the 1920s, I think) that lead to an amazing reduction in the plague and influenzae.

If you use tissues on a plane trip... dispose of them on board before disembarking.

Start your trip without the hitch-hicking bugs and also help contain the spread.

Always wash your hands after blowing and coughing.

Treating Cholesterol naturally

These are some ideas to try to decrease your cholesterol. The sooner they become habits, the greater the protection you will have.

Dietary Key points
Fats
Our bodies need fat! RDI = 30% of total diet.
Butter is better than margarine (cis fatty acids vs trans fatty acids)
Good sources of fat are: Flaxseed, linseed and olive oil
Fish oils are one of the best interventions a person can employ.
Supplementation with Omega 3 oils or eating fish 3-4 times/week has been shown to assist with cholesterol portfolios and decrease platelet aggregate times. Fish must be from the cold deep sea where they produce fatty layer around their body (this is rick in omega 3s which our Western diet is usually lacking).
Nuts (in particular almonds, walnuts, brazil nuts)
Avocados Organic or free range eggs
Bad fats are:Butter, Take away foods (eg Kentucky Fried Chicken), Saturated fats (usually from animals eg pork crackle, chops, sausages),
Palm and coconut oils are high in saturated fats and should be minimised (ie crisps, chips)

Carbohydrates
Vegies are good (although there is a distinction b/t high glycaemic index vegies such as potato that should be eaten in low quantities vs low glycaemic index vegies which are fine)
Fruit OK (1 –2 pieces/day)
Pastas, grains, cereals in moderation. I usually say to a maximum of ½ cup per meal, unless they are following this up with exercise. Australian are currently eating too many carbohydrates, hence the increase in BMIs, diabetes and CVD and cholesterol!

Fibre is a type of carbohydrate that the body doesn't breakdown. In the diet has been proven to actively assist with the excretion of LDL. RDIs are 30g/day, most people have approx. 10 – 15g/day.
Good sources of fibre are: porridge, other cereals, bran, grains, fresh fruit and vege, psyllium Lecithin 1tbs/day will dramatically improve LDL and triglycerides ·

Proteins
Proteins don’t adversely affect cholesterol management. Infact studies are now proving that a diet containing 25-30% protein is cardio protective and can assist with Type 1 and Type II diabetes.

Other Cholesterol lowering foods include:
Garlic – 1 clove /day will assist in lowering cholesterol
Plant sterols (new margarines) claim to lower cholesterol significantly. Some skeptism as it is a trans fatty acid and whether this out weighs the risk or not is debatable.
Sugar Cane Wax has been proven to lower cholesterol
Isoflavanones (soy products, linseed, red clover, some vegies) will lower bad cholesterol and raise HDL

If you take a cholesterol lower medication you should be adviced by your doctor to do the following:
1. avoid grapefruit
2. take CoQ10 enzyme as the drugs negate the body's production of this vital enzyme. You can order CoQ10 from www.byebyebridget.com (shopping section - health supplements).

If you would like a consult with Sam Beau Patrick, cholesterol management is one of her favorite things . She is a cardiac nurse, nutritionist and has sold medications (as a pharmaceutical reps) for 9 years. Contact her via sam@sambeaupatrick.com to arrange an on-line consult.

What is Cholesterol?

Cholesterol
Cholesterol is used in the body for the following:
Making cell membranes
Conduction channels through the heart
Precursor for sex hormones
For skin and new regrowth
Is used in inflammation

The types of Cholesterol
Cholesterol or lipids (fats) are transported around the body on protein molecules called Lipoproteins. An increased in blood cholesterol (particularly LDL and triglyerides) has been associated with a greater risk of heart disease. In Australia, Lipid lowering drugs are currently the highest expenditure of all drugs. Modifying cholesterol does at times need medicating, however lifestyle (managing stress and exercising) and diet can play a dramatic role keeping it low.
HDL – high density lipoproteins are cardioprotective (protect your heart) and focus can be on raising these
LDL – low density lipoproteins are have a higher fat:protein ratio and are considered bad cholesterol
Triglyceride – fat ingested from diet, is considered to be bad cholesterol and is often elevated in diabetics.
(There are other forms of cholesterol, however the 3 mentioned above are the most commonly measured in blood tests.)

National Heart Foundation (2001) recommends:

LDL
< 4.0 mmols/L high risk
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HDL
> 1.0 mmols/L all
> 1.0 mmols/L all

Triglycerides
< 2.0 mmols/L all
<>

Total Cholesterol
< 6.0 mmols/L low risk
< 4.0 mmols/L high risk

Lowering Cholesterol
Exercise: Exercising should be part of your daily routine -Walking or low impact exercise min. 3-5 times/week will increase HDL significantly
Weight loss
Stress Management
Anxiety control

Can travel cause your Cholesterol to go up?

...travel can definitely lead to an increase in cholesterol levels, as can shift work.
This is beacause your body makes cholesterol in your sleep (generally) and production is augmented by cortisol. Cortisol and melatonin regulate your circadian rhythym (ie your body clock). If you throw your body into disarray, you can throw your cholesterol into disarray.

Read more info about managing cholesterol in the next blog.

HOW MUCH IS 1 day of missed work worth to you?

PROTECT YOURSELF and STAFF from Swine Flu!
This is a swine flu up-date compiled by Health Queen, Sam Beau Patrick. Circulate to staff and friends to help them prevent themselves from this virus.

“From Monday 22 June, Queensland, along with the Commonwealth and all other Australian states and territories, will enter a new phase to manage the outbreak of Human Swine Influenza. The new phase is called PROTECT. The PROTECT phase recognises that Human Swine Influenza is not as severe for the general population as originally envisaged. Most people are making a rapid and full recovery. The new phase focuses on protecting those people who are most at risk of developing severe illness from Human Swine Influenza.Health care workers who develop an influenza like illness will be required to stay away from work for 7 days or until their symptoms have resolved, which ever is longer.” (Ref: //www.health.qld.gov.au/swineflu/)

While the government is focusing on its PROTECT phase, I strongly urge you to have your own PROTECT plan in place! I have heard reports that 95% of all flu cases in Victoria are currently the H1N1 strain. Flu (of all varieties) is responsible for 2500 deaths each year and countless days off work for employees in Australia alone.

To PROTECT yourself and your staff you need to be doing the following:
Prevent the spread of the virus and ask employees to stay at home if they are experiencing flu like symptoms.
Reduce your exposure by staying at least 1 meter from people with coughs and colds, don’t visit people if you know they are unwell.
Offer tissues, hand wipes and immune boosters, at work stations, near key boards, till-check outs and other places where multiple people share the same equipment.
Throw out tissues (definitely don’t use handkerchiefs), throw out one use-items, eg cups, don’t share cigarettes or lipsticks
Encourage people to take preventative measures such as immune boosting supplements (you may choose to offer them to staff at a discount rate or send this email on so they can order supplements for themselves)
Communicate with your staff about the strategies you are taking in the workforce and what you expect of them (ie in regards to staying at home if they feel unwell)
Take supplements every day to boost your immune system, eat lots of vegetables and drink lots of water.

Immune Boosting Pack
$68.90 inc. delivery in Australia. Enough for 6-8 weeks
Zinc & Vitamin C
A Blue Chip Supplement with Immune boosting herbs, proven to boost your immune system.

You can order an immune booster pack from Sam 2 ways:

Email: sam@sanxing.com.au and she will forward the order form for you

Phone Sam on 0405 669 135 and she will arrange the pack for you.

Packs can be sent overseas (ie out of Australia but will incur great postage fee).


If one day of missed work is worth more than $70, then you had better call or email me.

Should travellers be advised of security risks when making a hotel booking

Interestingly I raise this issue only seconds after hearing the news of a second bomb attack in Jakartar in 4 days!
However, 15 minutes ago, i was mulling through my brain whether we should be warned by the hotel (or booking agenct) of any high-level-security-risk meetings at the time of booking.
The recent Marriot bombings are now being attributed to the JI planning it around a strategic breakfast meeting.
Now I'm not paranoid, however, knowing what i know of Indonesia and if someone said the Australian Government had received threats of late (which apparently they had) and in the light of this "important meeting" - i'd probably stay somewhere else.
Interesting.
Sam

School Holiday Travel

Beware if you are travelling during school holidays. I recently was stung in Sydney airport as the auto-machines crashed and one has to line up to check in. This process took 40 minutes and I nearly missed my flight. Security was back logged just to add to the frustrations.
A hint if school holidays are on - usually the airfares book up (ie the cheaper flights go quick), there are few cars on the road during peak hour and if you have kids (they will let you know)!

Check in at home - before you reach the airport

The advent of being able to check in on-line has saved me hours in the last 6 months.

If you are not aware or are not yet using the web check in service, i urge you to try it.

It is perfect if you have carry-on luggage. If you have check in luggage, you can still check-in on-line but you need to go to "bag drop off" - usually found with check in counters.

Go to the airline that you are flying with and select their "web check-in" facility. Enter either your frequent flyer number or reservation number, select your seat and print off your boarding pass. Most will only let you check in 24 hours of your flights departure.

The only draw backs are if you don't have a printer hooked up to your computer, or if you lose your boarding pass. Always print off your original booking and take with you incase you misplace your boarding pass (now a piece of paper from your printer).

Virgin demote your status as you use points

Did you realise that as you use your Velocity points with Virgin that you forfeit your flying status. Recently a friend used some frequent flyer points with Velocity (he is a "platinum member") but by using up his points, his status dropped to "normal" cattle class. He was also told not to line up in the priority line in future!
Totally un-virgin!
Totally un-professional!
Especially for a business traveller whom travels 6 times a month.

Airlines need to have exceptional service - Virgin gets my vote

Well seasoned travellers I encounter yet another bad experience with our second airline in Australia, One-star. This is my 4th this year (i have only flown 8 times with them as i always try to fly Virgin).
On this occassion I was using a voucher they had issued for me (as a result of a flight they cancelled earlier in the year - failed to notify the travellers - wanted us to catch a bus to Brisbane from Gold Coast and then catch an alternative plane) . I was 4 minutes late . They have a 30 minute cut off. I had carry on, the plane hadn't started to boart - far from it and they still would not let me on.
Matt at the service counter - which is a bit misleading - should be dis-service counter - informed me - very curtly and rudely that i would have to pay an additional $70 for the next flight 3 hours away. He then called security - Nerida - who had the same grace as he did.
Needless to say I went to Virgin, paid $90 for the next flight, 45 minutes away, was greeted with smiles, laughs and felt instantly better.
Where is the service one -star. Surely a low-cost airline doesn't mean, no service, no smile and no common manners!
Sam

Swine Flu and natural intervention

As the prevalence of Swine-Flu-affected-persons increases in Queensland , over 50, as of this report (Tuesday 9th June 2009), I thought it pertinent to give you an up-date on what natural measures you can do to avert this virus. I am not going to call it a deadly virus – even though people have died from it – it generally runs the course of a normal “flu”.

In May and June of every year, there is an increase in croup, colds, flus and chest infections. The more aggressive the virus or bacteria (or virulent – this means the virus or bacteria can survive for a long time and is easily transmitted), – the more severe the symptoms experienced. IF your immune system is compromised (ie you are over worked and stressed, you are a child or an elderly person), the more likely the chances of developing complications from these nasty microscopic things.

Typical complications and symptoms from chest infections, croup and the flu include the following:
- pneumonia
- prolonged fatigue
- asthma like symptoms (chest tightness, shortness of breath, wheeze, spasm)
- other secondary infections
- pneumothorax (when you end up with a collapsed lung from coughing)
- weight loss (from decreased appetite)

If you are a parent – a prolonged chest infection means lots of worry about your child’s health, sleepless nights , and some one having to stay at home with the child.

If you are a worker (employee) this means you need to take sick leave, or leave without pay and try to recuperate.

If you are an employer, self-employed, or tradie, you will need to find some one to take over your job, or keep working despite feeling very sick and risk getting sicker, or cop a loss of income whilst not working.

If you are a student, you risk getting behind with the curriculum, behind with assignments and definitely no social life!

All in all, a day sick = a day lost.

Let’s talk about preventative strategies.
I suggest with cooking in winter months using the following potent immune boosters:
- garlic
- cayenne
- turmeric - horseradish
- foods high in Vitamin C (don’t over cook them or the Vitamin C is destroyed)
- eating foods high in zinc (nuts and seeds, shell fish)

Other proven strategies for boosting your immune system include taking a probiotic. I have practitioner only brands (very potent) or Inner Health, is OK for an over the counter purchase. (NB yogurts etc.. are very low in friendly bacteria).

On a personal note
I received a letter from my daughter’s school this week which stated:

“.in the event of a confirmed case of Influenza H1N1 (Human Swine Flu) in a student attending your school, the school will be closed for up to seven days.”

This week, on the news, a school in Brisbane closed because a student’s sister (that didn’t attend the school ) was confirmed to have contracted the H1N1 virus. So clearly the education department is not running any chances. Parents this is serious! Isolation, which is the current strategy employed by the health department – then giving Tamiflu Vaccine is called “re-active”. I like to think that we are smarter than that and can be pro-active and pre-cautionary.
Personally I can’t afford (nor want my kids to be vulnerable) to this virus. I am boosting their immune systems.

I suggest getting yourselves and your children onto an immune boosting agent, such as Vitamin C, Echinacea or astragalus.

If you have Glandular Fever in the past, Ross River Virus or are elderly or young, you really should catch up with me so we can put in place a preventative strategy. If I was self-employed or had a job that involved contact with lots of people (ie: service industry, hospitality, travel or airlines) I would also be taking be taking preventative measures.

If you have an appointment with me in the next 3 weeks (ie until 27th June 2009) , I will give you FOR FREE, a proven immune boosting agent. It’s value will be insurmountable! Surely, like me , you can’t afford you or your family to be sick this winter.

I don’t want to become unwell and I don’t want any of my patients becoming unwell.

If you know someone that is currently not a patient and is at risk of catching the flu (ie self employed, run down, stressed, a child or elderly) I will give you 50% off your next to me for your referral.

Can you afford not to stay well this winter? I know I need to be fit and healthy and will definitely be taking an immune booster!

Yours in health, Sam - The Health Queen

NB : What I have discussed is my own research and generated for your own information.
There is more information on the QLD health department at :http://www.health.qld.gov.au/swineflu/

UPDATE Swine Flu Tuesday 9th June 2009

Swine Flu numbers continue to rise in Australia (and we have had plenty of warning) and opportunity to isolate ourselves as a country.

If you travel , you will come into a wider range of people and therefor their circles.

You really need to be boosting your immune system at this time of year!

http://www.youtube.com/my_videos_edit?ns=1&video_id=lcLK7kNum_w&next=%2Fmy_videos%3Fpi%3D0%26ps%3D20%26sf%3Dadded%26sa%3D0%26sq%3D%26dm%3D2

Swine Flu

here are some tips on avoiding Swine (and other viruses and bacteria) whilst travelling.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esyBSX9_2ZA&feature=channel_page

Health Department strategies:
- awareness
- isolation
- tamiflu vaccine

Natural Boosters
- Vit C and Zinc
- Olive leaf
- Echinecea
- Andrographis
- Mushroom extracts
- Homeopathics

Goal setting while travelling

Returning from travels is a brilliant time to set goals for your return.

you have not totally re-entered the chaos from which you left so you have a greater perspective on your life. Take the down time at the airport to reflect on what works in your life and what you would like to change to get you closer to your goals.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CUMRWWuUIFE

DO you have staff that travel - watch this videa

Sports Managers and Employers watch:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aidA1FfsyXw

Matt John - "what happens on tours - stays on tour"

Unfortunately buddy, I don't think so.

There is a sense of excitment when travelling away from home! This is what makes travelling so much fun! Travelling with your best friends makes it even more FUN. Then throw in some free alcohol, some strangers of the opposite sex and suddenly the scenario can lead to temptations that we other wise would never consider at home.

This is what frequently happens when business people, sports people and entertainers travel.

In fact it is amplified as many of these people are targetted by locals due to their high profile and presumed fame (and the X factor!); a company budget and "bigger than life experiences".

This issue is discussed in depth in the book, HOT TIPS for the Business Traveller, as situations arise and temptations occur when travelling that are not present in every day life.

You need to have considered what your actions will be BEFORE confronted with these situations.

The line in the sand needs to be deliniated before you embark on travelling and leave your "every day life".

And if the people facing these tempations are not able to "see the wood for the trees" they need to be TOLD what is acceptable and not acceptable. This way, no one is hurt, suprised or remorseful.

I'm sorry this unwanted attention has fallen apon you Matt and Trish Johns - may you work through it together and hopefully the media will leave you alone soon!

regards Sam

Network function Sapphire Accountants and Tax Agents

NETWORK evening for any business owner

Wednesday 6th May 209

Arrive at 615pm for a 630pm start.

Sharks Football clubhouse , Parkwood

Oval Room

$15 pp

Hosted by Sapphire Accountatns and Tax Agents

Sam Beau Patrick will be talking about "how to remember people's names when networking" and will be selling her book, HOT TIPS for the Business Traveller for $20. $5 will be going to Paradise Kids.

RSVP Trevor Johnson
0438 102 951
or via email trevor@sapphireaccountants.com.au

Swine Flu

Swine Flu is on the thoughts of every traveller and every health official in the country. What can be done to prevent it's spread.

1. Isolation

2. Recognition and quarantine

3. Immune boosters

4. Immunise

The authorities are dealing with stages 1,2 and 4, but INDIVIDUALS need to attend to stage 3.

YOU need to boost your immune system at this point.

In the Southern Hemisphere, winter is approaching. It is a well known fact that in the colder months, people are in more confined areas and close windows. This leads to multiple, virulent viruses and bacteria being transmitted from one person to another.

If you want and need to participate in society, some contact with other people (and possibly infectious people) is unavoidable.

BE smart - boost your immune system. This is one area where natural supplements are in a league of their own. 

I am in the process of placing items on my website: www.sanxing.com.au that you can purchase to boost your immunity. In the meantime, eat lots of garlic, Vitamin C, rest and avoid Mexico.

Health Queen , Sam

Profitune Offers discount in HOT TIPS

Profitune are an established International company assisting businesses to make more profits via systems checks, business and lifestyle coaching and guidance.

They have clients around the world, give seminars in Australia and provide a range of business skill kits.

One such business tool kit is their Time Management System. This self-guided kits is a fantastic way to appraise your time allocation and will assist you to streamline activities and gain back time in your life (and for your employees).

The kits is being offered for a discount when you purchase a copy of HOT TIPS For the business traveller.

To order your copy of the book click here: www.byebyebridget.com

To have a further look at Profitune and their vast array of Business tools or to receive their newsletter, click here. www.profitune.com

have a productive day, Sam

dynamic advertising opportunities for businesses

Do you pride yourself on excellence in either your product or team? Would you consider your company or product adaptable and moving with the times? Are you a leader and mostly would you like to STAND OUT from the crowd and increases sales and profitability?

If so, now is the time to call Sam Beau Patrick on 61 405 669 135 about advertising prospects in her book for BUSINESS PEOPLE about travel and staying well!

She is only taking limited numbers of businesses so call now, to find out the many ways of advertising. You will be suprised at the low cost, the high return on dollar and the tax advantages.
Sam

Richard Branson, British Airways

hi guys, I am heading off to Paris this afternoon and then London. My objective is to see if I can get either of the big airlines, Virgin or BA to advertise in the book. When that happens, I know I will be able to raise significant funds to put towards charities throughout Asia.

Let me know if you have any contacts on my personal email sam@sanxing.com.au

I will be posting exerts from the book on this website , to give you a taster.

bon voyage, Sam BP

How to order HOT TIPS for the Business Traveller

Please follow the link so you can order the book- either by E-book, or real copy.
http://www.byebyebridget.com/dotnetnuke/default.aspx

Thank-you Sam

Hot Tips for the Business Traveller launched at Sam winds down efforts for Victorian Bush Fires

PRESS RELEASE: Tuesday 17th February 2009

Hi This is an up-date from the Gold Coast Emergency Relief Centre for Tuesday 17th Feb.

Positives-

We have dispatched 1750 boxes to date. (big and small) -

We believe we have had approx 300 different volunteers (but many have been coming for a few days now)-

With some 1500-3000 donations (difficult to tell, as many trailer loads of donations with some representing an entire school collection, RSPCA etc)-

We are waiting to hear from Lifeline in Townsville who will be organising relief on the ground in FNQ. Essentially their need will be less than south. We have reserved a further 30 boxes for their relief. We have had word from the local council, that the mayor is encouraging people to use their cash relief to assist in re-establishing the local economy, so relief in the form of clothes etc may be minimal

Plan

After Wednesday lunch time there is no more opportunity to use the Surfers Paradise collection centre for donations.We will be closing it down when the last of the boxes leaves tomorrow or Thursday.

We are looking for someone to take on the Golden Wish Lists, as Sam is heading overseas to promote the release of her new book,Hot Tips for the Business Traveller, on Saturday. Thanks again to Carole and Judith for their help today while I was away, 
Well, the day has arrived and I have a hot copy of the book in my hands.