Posts Tagged ‘Expert’

>> Transitions: Work With A Purpose

Wednesday, May 27th, 2009

I’m in a job that is fast-paced, very demanding, and for the most part fulfilling. The problem is, nothing changes. You could work 24 hours a day and never be really productive. You are constantly putting out fires. It seems that everyone is going in circles with no clear organizational goals. It’s been this way [...]

>> Expert Opinions : Crown Jewels

Tuesday, May 26th, 2009

Question : How do I develop a ‘Jewelry Wardrobe’ that incorporates my own sense of style?
Answer :      
         Most importantly, you cannot develop your own sense of style if you follow the trends. Following a trend never gives your sense of style a chance to evolve and never makes it necessary [...]

>> Expert Opinions : Crown Jewels

Friday, April 3rd, 2009

Q: I was in a jewelry store last week and saw what they called a ‘Fancy Yellow Sapphire’. They also told me that sapphires can be many colors. Is this true and how do I determine value?” 
A : The world of colored gems is vast and the correct determination of value is based on rarity and [...]

>> Live Your Dream

Friday, April 3rd, 2009

When we chose the theme for this issue little did we know that we would be profiling one of Austin’s most visible personalities, recently returned from a journey into space. How many of us answered ‘Astronaut’ when asked what we wanted to be when we grew up? Richard Garriott is a man of many and [...]

>> Watch Your Water

Saturday, January 10th, 2009

Discussion of the design of your home’s HVAC system should include controlling the moisture levels appropriate to the climate in which you live. The addition of moisture (humidification) may be requried in colder climates during the winter season and removed (dehumidification) during the summer months. Extreme moist warm climates may require dehumidification beyond what your [...]