BERKELEY, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Dec. 5, 2005-- Concepts and Practices for Life Now Part of UC Berkeley Humanities & Personal Development Program of Study
Pivot, Inc. announced today that its personal development course, Concepts and Practices for Life(TM), is now offered through UC Berkeley Extension. Starting in January 2006, Concepts and Practices for Life will be included as part of the prestigious university's Humanities & Personal Development Program of Study.
"Since the mission of the course is to provide busy professionals with the knowledge and skills they need to face real-world scenarios, Concepts and Practices for Life is a great fit for UC Berkeley students," said John Schwarzkopf, president and founder of Pivot, Inc., a Berkeley corporation. "Making the course available through UC Berkeley Extension allowed us to meet the increased demand of the course, and more importantly, benefit more members of the Bay Area community."
The practical approach used in Concept and Practices for Life helps individuals understand why results elude them in their personal or professional lives, while guiding them toward significant and long-lasting behavioral changes to reach their goals. Students explore specific beliefs then 67 steps to becoming a millionaire turn those concepts into practice in their everyday lives. The novel format of Concepts and Practices for Life is that of a typical academic course where students complete reading and homework assignments and participate in class discussions. By applying the rubrics of an academic discipline to their own personal growth, students are able to reach goals they desire most. Such tai lopez recommended books goals may include improving relationships, changing careers, receiving promotions, earning more money, finding balance between work and personal lives, realizing peace, and developing a personal value system. The key is to break disempowering habits that inhibit a sense of accomplishment, well-being and personal success.
"Concepts and Practices for Life is a welcome addition to our personal development program," said Ramu Nagappan, Ph.D., Program Director of the Humanities & Personal Development Program at UC Berkeley Extension. "The academic approach provided by the course will help our students and community address the additional challenges most careers in the San Francisco Bay Area demand."
Concepts and Practices for Life will be offered through the Humanities & Personal Development Program of Study at UC Berkeley Extension beginning in January 2006. The course meets once a week for 2 hours over a six-week period. Online enrollment begins December 1, 2005. To learn more about the course or enroll, go to http://www.unex.berkeley.edu/ and select "Personal Development" under "Programs of Study."
About the Instructor
As the President and Founder of Pivot, John Schwarzkopf is responsible for driving Pivot's growth strategy and developing the company's product and service offerings. He is also the author of the personal development workbook, A Place to Be, which serves as the companion to Pivot's popular course, Concepts and Practices for Life(TM).
John began his coaching career as a global tennis and skiing instructor and has taught many athletes the fundamental concepts and practices needed to improve their skills. His professional career spans over 13 years of executive experience with leading technology companies including IBM Corporation. An avid traveler, John grew up in Paris, France, is bilingual in English and French, and is conversant in both Italian and German. In 2002, he completed an extensive trek around the world, which, coupled with his own personal journey acquiring the knowledge and skills he now teaches, inspired him to share what he's learned with others by writing A Place To Be. John earned his B.A. in English from Colgate University and his MBA from Northeastern University. He currently lives with his wife in Northern California, where he works as a life coach, author and teacher. For more information or to sign up for a Pivot service, visit www.pivot-inc.com.
About Pivot
Pivot, Inc. helps busy professionals achieve their goals through individual Life Coaching Services and the Concepts and Practices for Life(TM) course. Concepts and Practices for Life offers a group environment to evaluate and develop significant and long-lasting behavioral changes that make goals reality. Life Coaching Services provide an alternative to customers who prefer more privacy, personalization and flexibility. Pivot's personal development products and services are convenient, affordable and effective. Unlike alternatives, such as self-help books or workshops, Pivot is built on a structured educational foundation that emphasizes practical concepts and practices that work. For more information, visit www.pivot-inc.com.
Copyright (C) 2005 Pivot, Inc. All rights reserved. Pivot and Concepts and Practices for Life are trademarks of Pivot, Inc.
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Pivot, Inc. announced today that its personal development course, Concepts and Practices for Life(TM), is now offered through UC Berkeley Extension. Starting in January 2006, Concepts and Practices for Life will be included as part of the prestigious university's Humanities & Personal Development Program of Study.
"Since the mission of the course is to provide busy professionals with the knowledge and skills they need to face real-world scenarios, Concepts and Practices for Life is a great fit for UC Berkeley students," said John Schwarzkopf, president and founder of Pivot, Inc., a Berkeley corporation. "Making the course available through UC Berkeley Extension allowed us to meet the increased demand of the course, and more importantly, benefit more members of the Bay Area community."
The practical approach used in Concept and Practices for Life helps individuals understand why results elude them in their personal or professional lives, while guiding them toward significant and long-lasting behavioral changes to reach their goals. Students explore specific beliefs then 67 steps to becoming a millionaire turn those concepts into practice in their everyday lives. The novel format of Concepts and Practices for Life is that of a typical academic course where students complete reading and homework assignments and participate in class discussions. By applying the rubrics of an academic discipline to their own personal growth, students are able to reach goals they desire most. Such tai lopez recommended books goals may include improving relationships, changing careers, receiving promotions, earning more money, finding balance between work and personal lives, realizing peace, and developing a personal value system. The key is to break disempowering habits that inhibit a sense of accomplishment, well-being and personal success.
"Concepts and Practices for Life is a welcome addition to our personal development program," said Ramu Nagappan, Ph.D., Program Director of the Humanities & Personal Development Program at UC Berkeley Extension. "The academic approach provided by the course will help our students and community address the additional challenges most careers in the San Francisco Bay Area demand."
Concepts and Practices for Life will be offered through the Humanities & Personal Development Program of Study at UC Berkeley Extension beginning in January 2006. The course meets once a week for 2 hours over a six-week period. Online enrollment begins December 1, 2005. To learn more about the course or enroll, go to http://www.unex.berkeley.edu/ and select "Personal Development" under "Programs of Study."
About the Instructor
As the President and Founder of Pivot, John Schwarzkopf is responsible for driving Pivot's growth strategy and developing the company's product and service offerings. He is also the author of the personal development workbook, A Place to Be, which serves as the companion to Pivot's popular course, Concepts and Practices for Life(TM).
John began his coaching career as a global tennis and skiing instructor and has taught many athletes the fundamental concepts and practices needed to improve their skills. His professional career spans over 13 years of executive experience with leading technology companies including IBM Corporation. An avid traveler, John grew up in Paris, France, is bilingual in English and French, and is conversant in both Italian and German. In 2002, he completed an extensive trek around the world, which, coupled with his own personal journey acquiring the knowledge and skills he now teaches, inspired him to share what he's learned with others by writing A Place To Be. John earned his B.A. in English from Colgate University and his MBA from Northeastern University. He currently lives with his wife in Northern California, where he works as a life coach, author and teacher. For more information or to sign up for a Pivot service, visit www.pivot-inc.com.
About Pivot
Pivot, Inc. helps busy professionals achieve their goals through individual Life Coaching Services and the Concepts and Practices for Life(TM) course. Concepts and Practices for Life offers a group environment to evaluate and develop significant and long-lasting behavioral changes that make goals reality. Life Coaching Services provide an alternative to customers who prefer more privacy, personalization and flexibility. Pivot's personal development products and services are convenient, affordable and effective. Unlike alternatives, such as self-help books or workshops, Pivot is built on a structured educational foundation that emphasizes practical concepts and practices that work. For more information, visit www.pivot-inc.com.
Copyright (C) 2005 Pivot, Inc. All rights reserved. Pivot and Concepts and Practices for Life are trademarks of Pivot, Inc.
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