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Greetings!
 September begins a season of change. It's back to school, the weather changes, summer vacations are over and change is all around. American Football starts both collegiate and professional seasons. This month observe Labor Day and National Grandparent's Day. In the northeast, it is a time for apple picking and waiting for the foliage to change. Enjoy the rich changes in the fall. |
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Spotlight Guests for September
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Sherri Mandell September 9th 2:00pm ET
"Patricia Raskin Positive Living" on VoiceAmerica.com
 Tune in as Patricia interviews Sherri Mandell, who moved with her husband, Seth, to Israel from America in 1996 because they loved Israel and wanted to put Judaism in the center of their lives and their children's lives. Their lives were devastated on May 8, 2001, when their 13 year old son Koby was murdered by terrorists. Koby went hiking with his friend Yosef Ish Ran in a canyon near the Mandell's home. There, in a cave, Arab terrorists stoned the two boys to death. The Mandells, parents to 3 other younger children, knew that in order to go on, they needed to transform the cruelty of Koby's death into acts of kindness and hope. For that reason, they created the Koby Mandell Foundation which provides healing programs for families struck by terrorism.
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Giovanni Feroce September 20th 3:00pm ET
"Positive Business" on WPRV AM790
 Tune in as Patricia interviews Giovanni Feroce, CEO at Alex and Ani, LLC. Giovanni Feroce's extensive background in retail and consumer products prepared him well for the responsibility of leading his team toward their collective company philosophy, mission, strategy and annual revenue and growth goals. Under Feroce's leadership, Alex and Ani has experienced extensive growth; recently expanding into Japan, Spain, Portugal, Israel, Canada, South Korea, Kuwait, Australia, Qatar, and many of the Caribbean Islands. It's evident that leadership at Alex and Ani understands that a key to good business is a holistic approach, which involves both growing and giving. Alex and Ani, LLC are humbled and honored to have made the Inc 500 | Inc 5000 list again this year at number 94.
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Debbie Heneghan September 21st 3:30pm ET
"Patricia Raskin Positive Living" on WPRO AM630/99.7FM
 Tune in as Patricia interviews Debbie Heneghan, author of Closer Than You Think: The Easy Guide to Connecting with Loved Ones on the Other Side. Heneghan reveals how she began to recognize signs and messages from her sister and how the process of grieving can lead to inspiration and guidance.
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What about the Bees?
Bee imagery has always been meaningful and symbolic to Patricia and she has come to use it more and more as her unofficial logo.
Like the bee that draws nectar from deep inside the flower to make honey, Patricia Raskin is a catalyst
who draws out the positive, life-enriching wisdom of her guests, and serves it up as enriching honey for your soul.. Her radio shows transfer life experiences into food for thought-a honeycomb of strength, hope and positive action for these challenging times."
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Tune in
"Patricia Raskin Positive Living"
WPRO - 630AM & 99.7FM
(streamed live on 630wpro.com)
Saturdays 3pm-5pm ET
"Positive Business"
WPRV - 790AM
(streamed live on 790business.com)
Fridays 3pm-5pm ET
"Patricia Raskin Positive Living"
voiceamerica.com
Mondays at 2pm ET
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Positive Business  with Patricia Raskin
Patricia's Co-Hosts
 September 6 - Lynda Adams-Robitaille, Managing Partner at The Robitaille Group, founder of Wardrobe & Words consulting firm
 September 13 - Lisa Bergeron, President of Leading Women Southeastern New England, offering innovative services and leadership programs.
 September 20 - Gil Lantini, Founder and President of Rhode Island Small Business Journal and President of Focus Business Solutions.
 September 27 - Tuni Renaud Schartner, President of TRS Strategies, marketing consultant, Public Relations, Social Media and Event Planning professional
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PLEASE NOTE:
My sponsored guests are featured in the Newsletter below. For a complete listing of guests, please go to my website links for each station shows:
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Sponsored Guests
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Patricia Raskin Positive Living
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 Patricia Raskin Positive Living
Saturdays AM630/99.7FM
3-5pm ET
630wpro.com
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Dr. Tadeusz Sztykowski
Saturday, September 7, 14, 21 & 28 4:00-5:00pm ET
 Tune in for the Wellness Feature as Patricia interviews Dr. Tad Sztykowski, D.Ac., founder of Dr. Tad Centers for Integrative Medicine and Healing in Providence, which focuses on restoring patients health by correcting causes of diseases. A licensed MD in 27 European countries, he came to this country in 1987 to study the oldest medical system, Chinese medicine. He graduated from the New England School of Acupuncture in 1990, then opened his private practice and has treated over 15,000 patients with myriads of health conditions. His is author of Healthcare Dollars and Cents: How Classical Chinese Medicine Can Save Your Health and Your Company's Bottom Line. www.thewellnessclinic.net
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Joanne Phillips
Saturday, September 21 3:00pm ET
 Tune is as Patricia interviews Joanne Phillips, a RI artist and author of Angelique and The Green Planet. This is a timely story that tells in symbolic fashion about the positive shift in awareness that is now occurring. Joanne's goal in writing this book is to inspire others to create peace in their lives and in the world. Angelique and the Green Planet is a story about a star being named Angelique who travels to the green planet to help humans create peace on Earth. It is a story for all ages.
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Dr. Michele Pelosi
Saturday, September 28 3:00pm ET
 Tune is as Patricia interviews Dr. Michele Pelosi, owner of Dr. Michele Pelosi's Chiropractic Care in Cranston, RI. Her practice provides a variety of therapeutic services, including electronic muscle stimulation, manual therapeutic exercise, spinal mobilization and manipulation. Trigger point work is also provided either by hand or by activator. Her chiropractic services are tailored to the needs of each unique patient. http://drmicheleschiropracticcare.com
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Sponsored Guests
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Positive Business
with Patricia Raskin
and monthly Co-Hosts
Fridays 3-5pm ET
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Bob Crossley
Friday, September 6 4:00pm
 Tune in as Patricia interviews Robert Crossley, President and CEO, East Bay Center. More than 60 million people are affected with mental illness: one in four adults and one in five children. East Bay Center has been building healthy and caring relationships for over four decades. They offer comprehensive psychiatric and counseling services to people who struggle with mental illness and substance abuse disorders.They serve the East Bay communities of Barrington, Bristol, and Warren. As Rhode Island swings into a busy "back to work, back to school" time this fall, we know this can be a time of increased stress in the workplace, and employees - as well as employers - may have need for their services. Bob will discuss the work of the East Bay Center in their community and in the state. |
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Valerie Littlefield & Renee Aloisio
Friday, September 13 4:00pm ET
  Tune in when Patricia interviews Valerie Littlefield, manager of Organizational Quality Services for AIPSO, an insurance services organization headquartered in Johnston, Rhode Island and a founding member of Leading Women. Her unique role in human resource services focuses on centralizing efforts in the areas of organizational development, talent management, and process development. Joining her during the segment will be Renee Aloisio, Director of Internal Operations at LGC&D, a premier CPA and Business advisory firm located in downtown Providence. For more than 20 years they've been providing tax and consulting services to their clients who reflect the Southern New England economy.
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George Goens
Friday, September 27 3:00-4:00pm ET
 Tune in for the "Leadership" featured segment when Patricia interviews George Goens, author, speaker and national consultant on leadership and educational reform. He is author of "Soft Leadership for Hard Times" and "Resilient Leadership for Turbulent Times". http://georgegoens.com/
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Gregory Porcaro
Friday, September 27 4:00pm ET
 Tune in when Patricia interviews Gregory Porcaro, CPA/ABV, MST, CFF, of Otrandro & Porcaro & Associates, LTD and member of RICPA. Gregory A. Porcaro has been the principal in charge of all tax, business valuation, and business consulting services for Otrando, Porcaro & Associates, Ltd., a full-service accounting and consulting firm located in Warwick, RI since 1987. Greg is a Past President of the RI Society of CPAs, the past chair of the AICPA's S Corporation Technical Resource Panel, and a former member of its Tax Executive Committee. He is also an officer of the RI Estate Planning Council and the RI Society of Financial Service Professionals.
The Rhode Island Society of Certified Public Accountants is the statewide professional membership association exclusively for CPAs. The Certified Public Accounting profession serves the public interest and the free enterprise system. RISCPA was formed in 1905. The mission statement of the RISCPA is "The RI Society of CPAs enhances the image of the CPA profession and the success of our members through Education, Leadership and Advocacy."
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Dr. Zaheer Shah
Saturday, September 7 3:00pm ET
 Tune is as Patricia interviews Dr. Zaheer Shah, founder of Access Basic Care Initiative (ABC Initiative), a unique health membership program in North Smithfield and Pawtucket, RI that may just be a renaissance in healthcare. He will discuss what the program provides, including enrollment fee, unlimited scheduled appointments, prompt urgent care, unlimited sick visits, a comprehensive annual physical exam, flu shots, extensive laboratory testing, x-rays and affordable prescriptions. http://abciri.com/
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Kevin LeBlanc
Saturday, September 7 3:30pm ET
Tune is as Patricia interviews Kevin LeBlanc, owner of RWL General Contractors, which has been a family owned business for over 40 years. They specialize in kitchens and bathrooms, windows and doors, vinyl siding and roofing, general remodeling and painting. He will discuss how you can beautifully and cost-effectively make changes in your home to enhance your comfort, style, and daily function. www.rwlcontractors.com/
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Paula Marshall
Saturday, September 14 3:00-4:00pm ET
 Tune is for the Success feature as Patricia interviews Paula Marshall, CEO of Bama Companies and author of the new book, Finding the Soul of Big Business. The Bama Pie Company's story began in 1927 in the kitchen of Cornillia Alabama "Bama" Marshall, Paula Marshall's grandmother. This book is an amalgamation of every lesson she has learned as a CEO. She will answer your questions about happiness, fulfillment and change in the workplace today.
www.findingthesoulofbigbusiness.com
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Debbie Heneghan
Saturday, September 21 3:30pm ET
Tune is as Patricia interviews Debbie Heneghan, author of Closer Than You Think: The Easy Guide to Connecting with Loved Ones on the Other Side. Heneghan reveals how she began to recognize signs and messages from her sister and how the process of grieving can lead to inspiration and guidance.
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Kevin LeBlanc
Saturday, September 28 3:30pm ET
Tune is as Patricia interviews Kevin LeBlanc, owner of RWL General Contractors, which has been a family owned business for over 40 years. They specialize in kitchens and bathrooms, windows and doors, vinyl siding and roofing, general remodeling and painting. He will discuss how you can beautifully and cost-effectively make changes in your home to enhance your comfort, style, and daily function. www.rwlcontractors.com/
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David Sardinha
Friday, September 6 3:00pm ET
 Tune in when Patricia interviews David Sardinha, video producer and the owner of Pineapple Studios, a multimedia production facility located in Portsmouth, RI. He is also a voice over artist, audiobook narrator, and does cartoon voiceovers. Since 1992 Pineapple Studios has been at the forefront of video and audio production, animation, graphics, interactive programs, web development, and much more. They have created productions for a wide variety of clients, including government agencies, private businesses, large corporations, small businesses, schools and individuals all over the country. Samples of the excellent work created by Pineapple Studios is available at www.pineapplestudios.com
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John Robitaille
Friday, September 6 4:30pm ET
 Tune in when Patricia interviews John Robitaille, Executive Director of the Larry Friedman International Center for Entrepreneurship at Johnson & Wales University. John has an extensive entrepreneurial and business background having worked in manufacturing, marketing and the creative services industries. He is the founder of Perspective Communications Group, and is a motivational speaker who has spoken to a wide range of audiences on self-motivation, creativity and leadership. The Larry Friedman International Entrepreneurship Center uses a "transformation model" to encourage entrepreneurship in individuals while providing a full range of support for the commercialization of ideas for new products and services. He will discuss entrepreneurship in Rhode Island.
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Lori Horton
Friday, September 20 4:00pm ET
 Tune in when Patricia interviews Lori Horton, Principal and Owner of L. Horton & Associates and member of RICPA. A CPA and a CFE (Certified Fraud Examiner), she is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners and is active in the Rhode Island chapters of both organizations
The Rhode Island Society of Certified Public Accountants is the statewide professional membership association exclusively for CPAs. The Certified Public Accounting profession serves the public interest and the free enterprise system. RISCPA was formed in 1905. The mission statement of the RISCPA is "The RI Society of CPAs enhances the image of the CPA profession and the success of our members through Education, Leadership and Advocacy."
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Miriam Ross, Esq.
Friday, September 20 4:30pm ET
 Tune in when Patricia interviews Miriam Ross, Esq., an accomplished and recognized business attorney, mediator and ethics/compliance professional with extensive experience in industry, business law and compliance. Prior to opening her law practice, Miriam A. Ross, Esq. Law Offices, she was in-house corporate counsel at Dayco Corporation, Textron Inc. and GTECH Corporation, handling domestic and international business transactions and global business ethics and compliance matters. Law Offices of Miriam A. Ross, Esq. is a business-focused law firm providing creative and practical legal advice and business solutions to small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs and business owners
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Dan Marantz
Friday, September 27 4:30pm ET
 Tune in when Patricia interviews Dan Marantz, Growth Coach in the southern Rhode Island and Southeastern Connecticut areas. The Growth Coach® has specialized in helping business owners, managers and sales professionals find greater success and more balance in their lives through a unique coaching and accountability process: The Strategic Mindset®. After 28 years as CEO (Chief Everthing Officer) for a family owned Commercial printing Company and 9 years as a Professional Realtor, he is launching his own Growth Coach business to work with small business owners on turning some of the same struggles he has been through, into success. www.thegrowthcoach.com/dmarantz
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Radio Coaching/Offerings by Patricia
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Brand Yourself Through Radio
 Patricia Raskin now offering customized workshops to show you how honing your message for radio will get you more exposure. Refine your elevator pitch and gain more clients. Increase your revenues as other have who have been guests on her radio shows and other shows. Radio can give you another platform to deliver your message and stand out. Patricia has interviewed over 2,000 guests and she knows what works.
Are you looking to host your own radio show? 
That's one of Patricia's specialties. She will help you get on the air, stay on the air, find guests and sponsors. Write or call her for more information and check out her coaching brochure on the website!
Write or call Patricia for more information - patricia@patriciaraskin.com or 401.440.6299
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Lisa Tener - Award-winning book writing coach
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Have you thought about writing a book?
I have someone I want you to meet-and a gift for you to help you write your book. 
My friend Lisa Tener is an award-winning book writing coach and published author who has helped aspiring authors just like you write a book and get published. Her clients include doctors, company presidents, coaches, professors, therapists, holistic practitioners, moms and others.
Many have gotten 5- and 6-figure book deals with major publishers, some self-published, and many clients have appeared on National TV: the CBS Early Show, CNN, Oprah, Good Morning America and, of course, on Positive Living Radio! Lisa's Bring Your Book to Life Program won the 2012 American Business Award's Silver Stevie Award for Best New Service of the Year-Media.
Lisa serves on the faculty of the Harvard Medical School continuing education course, and is a regular columnist on writing and publishing for the Huffington Post.
Many people wonder about how to get started with their book. Lisa's FREE AUTHOR TOOLKIT makes it easy. You'll receive Lisa's 7-day book writing e-course which includes:
- Crucial advice on how to start
- Powerful book writing exercises
- A free subscription to Lisa's bi-weekly book writing & publishing news, tips, events and articles
You can get Lisa's complimentary author toolkit here. And feel free to contact Lisa to find out how she can support you in writing and publishing your book-a book you can be proud of and one that can make a difference in the world.
I've experienced Lisa's coaching first hand and she is so knowledgeable, creative, intuitive, and has a pulse on what works and what doesn't. She is also well-connected in the industry. I highly recommend Lisa.
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An Evening with Authors - Providence Public Library
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Are you fed up with violent, too intense, and crude films? The Senior Cinema Circle is dedicated to producing movies for an audience that is usually neglected by Hollywood. We are the only company completely focused on producing and distributing films that seniors will love, and remind them how capable and valuable they are.
Would you like to see more films being created for the senior audience? Consider these facts:
- The senior age group is now, for the first time, the largest in terms of size and percent of the population in the US.
- By 2015, people who are age 50 and above will represent 45% of the US population.
- The 55+ age group controls more than three-fouths of America's wealth.
- Boomers and seniors have a net worth three times that of all younger generations.
With these facts in mind, it's amazing that the senior audience would be so ignored by the film community. Please help us change that by being part of the "One Million Senior Voices" campaign. Click here to fill out the survey that will be shared with executives throughout Hollywood. Join us in changing the way movies are made.
I interviewed James Twyman, President of Senior Cinema Circle. I support James' work to bring to the public more uplifting, inspirational, real-life and romantic movies that fill your heart with joy and love. |
 Stretching Out Of Your Comfort Zone To Succeed Most of us are creatures of habit and don't like change. Change can be scary. But change is also a great opportunity for growth. When you have to make a change and do things differently, it doesn't feel good especially when you have been comfortable with the way things are, even if it is not good for you. Examples of this are having to change your work strategy, job, co-workers or business partner. What I have found about having to make change is that it makes me really look at what is important to me and what is not. There are things about the change that I definitely like and want to keep and things that I definitely do not like and do not want to keep. It puts me right smack in the middle of myself because it forces me to see that which I value and that which I can let go of. If you can see change as an opportunity to clarify your goals and dreams and values, then it is of great value, especially when you know that the change is necessary for business satisfaction and success. Those who have made their dreams happen do it from trial and error and from making changes and risking to fail. We learn from our mistakes. That is not to say that change is easy. It isn't. It's much more comfortable to stay with what is familiar. The saying "better the devil you know than the devil you don't" could be rephrased to "the devil you know is preventing you from the good you don't know yet." How many people do you read about who have gone from failing relationships, jobs, health, and self-esteem to lives that are thriving? There are many and I interview them on my radio shows. My advice on this is to give yourself credit for the bold steps you take to break away from what is comfortable but not working in your life. You need to take baby steps and acknowledge each and every one of them. It's like climbing a mountain. If you look at the top from the bottom, the climb seems insurmountable. But if you take each step steadily, pause in the process and keep going, it's amazing how far you have come when you look back. Acknowledgement of yourself and your progress is vital. The foundation is built upon your own self-esteem and worth. Without that, the foundation crumbles. You need to think things out, weigh possibilities and alternatives and foresee consequences. Then you can make a clear decision based on the information you have now - not tomorrow, and then you can proceed without looking back.
Sincerely,
Patricia
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