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BUILDING YOUR LEGACY I t seems natural to want to be remembered by those we love when our time is up on this planet. I’m doing two things now to create that legacy. First, I will soon publish my new book entitled “Closely Guarded Secrets To Becoming A Care-Free Self Storage Investor.”The great thing about books is they have a long shelf life. Second, I am buying and building self-storage properties that one day my kids will own. Both of these are legacy projects.
Ages ago, our ancestors spent their days constantly in motion, engaged in activities for their survival. According to Harvard evolutionary biologist Jason Lieberman, hunter-gatherers probably walked more than 5 miles every day. As a result, humans enjoy their best health when they remain mostly upright and in motion. But nowadays, finding your next meal doesn’t require nearly as much travel (unless it’s a drive to the closest takeout restaurant). Many jobs ask that we stay sedentary for the majority of the day, and when we’re not working, our couch and the latest Netflix docuseries beckon. While sitting may have become part of our daily lives, we don’t have to suffer the consequences. Here are five quick exercises to help ease back and neck pain to combat many of the other painful side effects of sitting. HEAD UP, SHOULDERS BACK First, let’s talk about posture. Health experts recommend focusing on keeping your ears directly above your shoulders to reduce the amount of pressure on your neck and back. Next, pull your shoulders back. Help make these postures into a habit by making sure your computer is at eye level so you don’t have to crane your neck up or down to look at it. When using your phone or another handheld device, hold it up in front of you to avoid looking down, which puts pressure on your neck. YES, NO, UP, DOWN HEAD NOD To help release tension that builds up in the neck, try this simple series of neck releases: Start by slowly tilting your head forward and hold for a second, then tilt it backward and hold for a second. Return your head to neutral. Next, slowly look to your right, then to your left. Repeat this series of head motions for one minute and make it a part of your daily routine. 5 EXERCISES TO REDUCE THE PAINFUL SIDE EFFECTS OF SITTING
Why self-storage you ask? There are many great reasons to want to leave self-storage to our children. The short list is:
• Storage is easier to manage than other real estate. • Awesome property management companies can be hired to manage at reasonable rates. • Storage is landlord friendly. • Tenants tend to stay for many years. • Storage leases in boom markets and bust markets. • Re-tenant expenses including broker commissions and building makeover are generally not required. Self storage is a special real estate class that takes a little time for people to warp their heads around. Generally, once investors or brokers understand its advantages, all they want is more self-storage. And in some cases they want to leave a legacy like mine.
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Most teenagers are more interested in hanging out with their friends and listening to the next cool band than diving into the United States Constitution. But that’s exactly how some students have been spending their mornings, afternoons, and evenings: studying and preparing to debate their peers all over the nation about the contents of the 200-year-old document. Their motivation? Prestige, honor, and thousands of dollars of scholarship money. Sponsored by the American Legion, these constitutional debates were started in 1938 with the intent to “develop deeper knowledge and appreciation for the U.S. Constitution among high school students,” according to the Legion’s website. In the process of writing the speeches they’ll debate, students under 20 learn the history of U.S. laws and develop a better understanding of the rights and privileges of American citizenship. The legion offers up over $188,000 annually in scholarship money to debate winners. WHAT DOESTHE CONSTITUTIONMEANTOYOU? Debating the Document That’s Shaped Our Country We tend to hold tension in our shoulders, too, so doing daily shoulder exercises can help to ease it. First is the shoulder shrug: Sitting or standing tall, shrug your shoulders up as high as you can, hold for a couple of seconds, then relax. Do this five times. Next, try shoulder rolls: Roll your shoulders back in a slow, exaggerated motion, engaging your shoulder blades to help you draw your shoulders back. Hold for a few seconds and repeat five times. FLEX IT OUT Our hip flexors are another muscle group affected by sitting, which can lead to tight muscles and pain when walking or running. Lengthen these muscles with a simple stretch: Step one foot out in front of the other and bend both knees so you are in a lunge position. Rest your back leg on the ground if it is more comfortable. Keep your back straight, and shift your body weight forward. “I tell patients to think of an X on the front of the hip of the back leg. Imagine pushing this X forward while not letting your back arch,” says physical therapist Dr. Erin Policelli. FOOT RELEASE Sitting a lot can shorten some of the muscles in your feet, too, which are crucial for good balance. Help ease foot tension with this stretch: Kneel on the floor, arranging your legs under you so your shins and the tops
of your feet are on the floor and your glutes are resting on the bottoms of your feet. Maintain an upright posture. Raise yourself slightly, pick up your heels, and tuck your toes under. Slowly ease your weight back over your feet so that your glutes are resting on your heels and your toes are stretched. Hold for 30 seconds. Bring these exercises into your daily routine to release the tension that builds when you sit. And of course, this is just the beginning — use the improvements in the way you feel as motivation to get up and move more throughout your day!
play. In “What the Constitution Means to Me,” playwright and actor Heidi Schreck recounts her experience of debating the Constitution in American Legion halls all over the U.S. In the largely autobiographical play, theatergoers get to see the experience through the eyes of 15-year-old Heidi (played by Schreck in the original production) as she gives her speech and talks about the Constitution. At other times, viewers see the grown-up Schreck reflect on the evolution of the Constitution’s meaning over the years and how her debate experiences shaped her understanding of what it means to live under the rules of this governing document. For Heidi Schreck, as well as for hundreds of other debaters, developing a close relationship with the Constitution helped pay her way through college and gave her a better understanding of the principles our country was built on. This month is a great time to take a look at the document that shaped our country’s past and continues to shape its future.
For one of those winners, in addition to helping pay her way through college, the debate experience also provided fodder for a Broadway
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NO PHOTOS ALLOWED 3 Travel Hot Spots Where Photography Is Forbidden
W hat is traveling without taking photos? With the excellent cameras on our smartphones and endless platforms to share our snapshots on, we’re taking more pictures than ever. But did you know there are certain destinations where visitors are not allowed to take photos? Here are three places where you must put the camera away. THE EIFFEL TOWER Right now, you’re probably thinking about all the pictures of the Eiffel Tower you’ve seen or even taken yourself. After all, the Eiffel Tower is one of the most popular tourist spots in the world, but under French law, taking a photo of the Eiffel Tower at night — and then distributing that photo — is illegal. That includes posting the picture to social media. French officials can send you a cease-and-desist order if they find your night photo because the tower’s nighttime light display is copyrighted. It was installed by French artist Pierre Bideau who owns the rights to the display. Do French officials search the web for your vacation photos? No, but they can take action if it’s brought to their attention. THE SISTINE CHAPEL While the Sistine Chapel may be home to incredible works of art originally painted by Michelangelo, it is also a
place of worship, and the Vatican considers it disrespectful to photograph such a holy place.
However, there’s more to the story. In 1980, Japan’s Nippon Television Network Corporation bought exclusive rights to all photos and videos of the interior of the chapel
because they funded the renovation of the chapel. While the Japanese corporation no longer holds these rights, the Vatican maintains the “no photos” rule. ULURU Also known as Ayers Rock, Uluru is one of the largest sandstone rock formations in the world. Located in the middle of Australia, Uluru is highly regarded by the Anangu Aboriginal people who call the region home. Photography around parts of the rock is forbidden out of respect for the Anangu people’s beliefs, specifically Tjukurpa , or the time when the world was created. Certain areas around Uluru are used for gender-specific rituals, and as a result, members of the opposite sex must never see these locales, including in photos. The Anangu say the restriction of photography ensures they adhere to their beliefs and never lay eyes on these sacred spots, even accidentally through a photograph.
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THE BEST GRILLED SUMMERVEGETABLES
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1 tsp salt
onion, red bell peppers, baby carrots, and yellow squash are great on the grill)
1/4 tsp pepper
1 1/2 tsp dried Italian seasoning 1 1/2 tsp garlic, minced
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5 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
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1/4 cup parsley leaves, chopped
2 lbs assorted vegetables, trimmed and halved (asparagus, mushrooms, red
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1. In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper, Italian seasoning, and garlic. 2. Brush vegetables with olive oil and place in a large bowl. Top with lemon juice and seasoning mixture. Toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes but no longer than 2 hours. 3. Prepare the grill at medium-high heat. 4. Grill vegetables in batches, cooking 3–5 minutes on each side until browned and tender. (Carrots will cook longer, 6–9 minutes per side.) 5. Remove from the grill, sprinkle with parsley, and serve hot.
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE From the Desk of Bill PAGE 1 Reduce the Painful Side Effects of Sitting PAGE 1 What Does the Constitution Mean to You? PAGE 2 Travel Destinations Where Photos Are a No-Go PAGE 3 Take a Break PAGE 3 The Best Grilled Summer Vegetables PAGE 3 5 Secrets to Selling on Video PAGE 4 Professional Equities, Inc. BILL 7CF
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SELLING REMOTELY? DON’T LOSE YOUR PERSONALITY! 5 TRICKS TO ENHANCE YOUR CHARISMA ON VIDEO
2. Set your stage. Every sale is a performance. Is there an uncluttered, calming backdrop behind you? Are you the right distance from the audience (the camera)? Does your costume fit the part? When all of these things are done right, your personality will take center stage without unnecessary or annoying distractions. 3. Exaggerate like an actor. According to Psychology Today, posture, gestures, and facial expressions are key to communicating well over video. That means you need to be focused and constantly aware of them. Amp up your positive reactions, like eye contact with the camera, affirmative nods, and leaning in to listen, and tone down your gestures to avoid smacking a crucial piece of tech.
4. Ask questions and listen actively. A key part of a great sales persona is showing genuine interest in others according to Inc. magazine. When you can’t read the mood of a room, asking questions and listening closely will help you gauge the temperature. A subtle head tilt and hum of acknowledgment will help you come across as more empathetic and inquisitive. 5. Master the mute button. If your neighbor starts the lawnmower or your dog starts barking, it pays to be a quickdraw on the mute button. Having fewer distractions means your charisma is more likely to shine. With these strategies in your back pocket, your sales mojo will continue flowing, even from a distance. Good luck, and happy videoconferencing!
Odds are if you’re a successful salesperson, you’ve cultivated a “sales personality” crucial to closing your deals. However, if you’re used to working face-to-face, it can be a challenge to translate your charismatic persona to the screen when you need to sell remotely. Video calls are a step in the right direction because they reveal body language and facial expressions, but they’re still not ideal. To make sure your charisma pops, try these handy tricks: 1. Secure a top-quality connection. Nothing kills the mood on a video call faster than a disintegrating picture or crackling audio. That’s why it’s crucial to test your mic, speakers, camera, and platform thoroughly before you use them with clients. If they can’t hear or see you, your personality doesn’t stand a chance.
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