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BELIEVE IN THE DREAM JOB What is the secret to landing your dream job?

11 ARE YOU DISMISSING GOOD EMPLOYMENT CANDIDATES? Candidates that others rejected may become your best employees.

13 A COUPLE DAYS TO GET AWAY Where to go and what to do.

18 FRUIT-FILLED SUMMER CELEBRATIONS Two fruity recipes for your next barbecue or picnic.

19 THE BACKBONE OF YOUR BODY Stop the pain before it stops you.

22 WOMEN TO WATCH New hires and promotions.

22 WHILE WE WERE OUT See what your colleagues have been up to.

23 MEET AND GREET Regional networking events and meetings.

5 COVER STORY Romayne Johnson, the owner of The Drexel Group Inc., connects businesses with good employees, and, conversely, job seekers with local businesses.

One big plus that Johnson has over many of her competitors is that she is a Nationally Certified Woman Owned Business.

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July’s cover photo was taken by GeorJean Photography.

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Doing Whatever It Takes

By LYNDA HUDZICK

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ot every staffing company will offer to pay for forklift certifications, help a client get their GED, or lend a client gas money to get to work until that first paycheck kicks in, but for Romayne Johnson of the Drexel Group, it’s all part of doing what she loves—helping her clients succeed in finding the perfect job.

Born in northern Illinois, Johnson moved to Pennsylvania as a teenager, surrounded by a very creative and successful family. She has a background in social work with an MSW from Temple University.

While working for Head Start upon graduation, she was given the opportunity to go to UCLA for a Johnson and Johnson Business Fellowship with the Anderson School of Business.

“The combination of social work and business education gave me an advantage in the business aspect and the people aspect—a perfect fit for running a staffing company,” she said.

Johnson got her start with the Drexel Group, where she is now owner and president, when she married her husband Robert 12 years ago and began helping him in the business. One of her earlier projects with Drexel “was to start up a new hospitality division called Drexel Dining,” Johnson said.

Drexel Dining provides hospitality staff to local organizations, and although Johnson said it was tough to break into a new market with no experience, “it turned out a lot better

than expected. Drexel Dining is now a thriving division. I have built a great team who are loyal, fun, and share the same strong work ethic as myself.”

Helping people is one of the things Johnson particularly enjoys about her work with Drexel, and despite considering herself a bit of an introvert, she will gladly put herself out there for the benefit of her clients, both those seeking jobs and those looking for qualified employees.

“I like to get people good jobs,” she said. “I job counsel or steer people in the right direction. I find clients who treat their employees well and then find good employees for them. I love the challenge of helping both the employee and the client—that is satisfying.”

As the economy has begun picking up, so has the amount of clients Johnson finds herself working with, and although she enjoys being very hands-on and seeing how her clients are doing, it’s more difficult these days. But that’s a really a positive thing because it signals an increase in business and in successful job placements.

“I’m fascinated about finding out all about different industries in Central Pennsylvania,” Johnson said.

“It is abundant, and it’s a great place to do business.”

Johnson has a long-term vision for her company, and thus, constantly takes necessary risks to keep Drexel relevant in what is currently a very competitive business environment.

“I also remain financially prudent,” she said. “I do take advantage of the

Johnson is the artist of the picture on the wall behind her, a hobby she enjoys in her spare time.

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programs within the commonwealth —we are a Nationally Certified Woman Owned Business and one of our top 10 clients uses Drexel for that reason.

“Also, several years ago I was approached by a national staffing agency made up of small, womenstaffing business owners, asking me to join them. The company is called ANSERTEAM—and I am now a managing partner.”

Going above and beyond what is expected to help a client be successful is common practice for Johnson, but she does so in a prudent manner.

“My staff joke with me that when candidates come in to Drexel, they don’t know it but they are going to get helped in ways they never thought,”

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I love the challenge of helping both the employee and the client—that is satisfying.

she said. “If I can get my temporary staff on their feet with a good job, for me that is giving back … it helps them get a job and be productive in the community, and it helps the client get a good employee.”

Through the years, Johnson has come to realize that what’s important is that she’s doing the very best job she can do in making her company successful.

“I don’t handle failure very well, and that keeps me driven,” she said. “I used to compare Drexel with all of the other staffing agencies in the area and gauge myself on how they are doing. I have learned not to do that anymore … I had to find balance. There is so much business in the area—there is enough for Drexel too.”

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Selection Interviewing: It’s All about Your Preparation

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he dangers of making a hiring selection decision based on your perception of a candidate’s “attitude” is that you can’t directly observe a person’s attitude. We reach a conclusion about a person’s attitude by inferring what it is based on the person’s behavior (usually what they say), and that inference often has more to do with our own biases and needs than it does with the person’s actual attitude.

Selection interviewing is difficult because you’re trying to make a prediction about a person’s future performance in a particular job based on a small sample of their behavior.

This is why it is so important to focus your interview on the things that will increase the accuracy of your prediction.

This also means that generic interview questions—one-sizefits-all jobs—are not going to be very effective.

First, you need to identify the knowledge and skills that are the most critical for successful job performance, and then prepare questions asking

about how the person has used that knowledge or skill in a previous situation.

Don’t bother with a hypothetical, “What would you do if …?” It’s much too easy to make up an answer to that kind of question, and the answer often will have little to do with what the person would actually do.

It’s much harder for candidates to fabricate an answer to what they have actually done, e.g., “Tell me about a time when you had to use your knowledge of project management for a particularly difficult project.” “What was the situation?” “What did you do?”

“What was the result?”

While it’s not perfect, past behavior is probably your best predictor of what the person will do in the future.

You also need to identify personal characteristics that are especially important for candidates to possess to be successful in a particular job.

Perseverance, motivation, analytical skill, patience, creativity, integrity, even sense of humor … these are just a few of the personal characteristics that may or may not be relevant to a certain position.

I’m not suggesting you become an amateur psychologist (though most people do think they understand human behavior), but if a certain

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Your focus as an interviewer should be on gathering information, not making an evaluation.

characteristic is important to be successful, then you need to use the selection interview to gather information about it so you can compare candidates.

Again, the same approach works. If motivation is what you want to measure, then try: “Tell me about a work situation when your motivation was at its highest.” And vice versa, “Tell me about a work situation when your motivation was at its lowest.”

The best way to identify these skills, knowledge, and personal characteristics is to work with a group of people who are knowledgeable about the job, and get them to agree on what factors to use. This gives you more consensual validity regarding their relevance for your prediction and reduces the impact of any one individual’s biases.

Look at your current job holders who are performing at a satisfactory level. What do they have in common?

A certain level of knowledge in a particular area? Maybe this becomes one of your minimum job requirements; if a candidate doesn’t

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possess the required level, they would drop out of future consideration.

Ask your group the question: “What differentiates the outstanding performers in this job from the satisfactory performers?” The answers will hold clues to the skills, knowledge, or personal characteristics that will be your best predictors of superior job performance in the future.

Your focus as an interviewer should be on gathering information on these factors, not making an evaluation. That comes after the interview when you have a pool of candidates to choose from because, in essence, this is a comparative evaluation.

The other approach is to identify a hypothetical “perfect candidate,” and then compare the actual interviews to this ideal. Even here, however, hold off making that evaluation until after the interview is over. If your ideal candidate is a 10 on each of the factors you’re basing your prediction on, assign an appropriate number for each of your interviewees based on the information you gathered.

Holding off on the evaluation will also prevent you from making one of the most common interviewing errors: going into the interview looking for something that is “wrong” with the candidate so you can drop them from consideration.

In a one-hour interview, I usually recommend that an interviewer focus on no more than six factors. My preference is to have a lot of information about a particular factor (a larger sample size) that I know is relevant to my prediction, rather than less information about a lot of different factors.

Also notice that all of the information you’ll be gathering is based ultimately on observed behavior and the result—what did the candidate actually do, and what impact did it have. This is based on the relatively simple notion that it’s difficult for us to evaluate performance if we can’t see it or we don’t know the result.

• Dave Wight is the founder of Performance Leadership Systems, a performance consulting firm that works with mid-tier and smaller family-owned companies to help them become more competitive and grow. A graduate of Cornell University’s School of Industrial & Labor Relations, with a master’s degree in industrial psychology and additional post-graduate training in family therapy, Wight has held a variety of executive positions with companies of all sizes. www.performanceleadershipsystems.com

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By KATHLEEN BRADY

s a job search coach with more than 25 years of experience, I am often asked, “What is the secret to landing your dream job?”

Without hesitation, I respond, “It is simply a matter of believing it is possible and that you can!”

Many job seekers find that answer to be unsatisfactory. They want to believe their dreams are possible, but they have seen so much “evidence” to the contrary.

Anecdotal stories confirm that employers don’t hire women who have been out of the workforce raising children, nor do they hire anyone over the age of 50 or under the age of 25, who is overweight, or who has gray hair.

Job seekers have offered examples of being denied jobs because they have no experience or because they have too much experience. Everyone has a story about friends or family members who did not get a job because they were male or female, black or white, gay or straight.

While all of these personal stories are all likely to be true, there is no evidence that such things are always true. Keep in mind: An abundance of anecdotes is not data.

There are thousands of plausible explanations that can be embraced to blame the world for your job-search struggles, but that mindset will only serve to keep you stuck in the process or in your dead-end job.

In my line of work, I see the exceptions to the alleged rules on a daily basis and have watched people with the best pedigrees fail, while those with far less stellar credentials soar.

Without exception, those who succeed do so because they are confident about their abilities and

what they have to offer employers.

They challenge any misconceptions about their backgrounds and unequivocally explain how their atypical experience can benefit the employer.

Undeterred by any obstacle, they are prepared to do whatever it takes to achieve their objectives, acknowledging that while it is rarely easy, it is always possible.

To reveal the possibilities, ask yourself four questions: 1. What do I want?

2. Why do I want this?

3. What must I do to accomplish this?

4. Am I prepared to do those things?

If the answer to No. 4 is “no,” return to question No. 2 and brainstorm other ways to achieve the why.

The why is really your goal.

Recognizing the why will enable you to redefine what you are trying to accomplish and what actions you are willing to take to make it happen.

Slowly, you will begin to see and believe in what is possible.

The next challenge is to translate your wants and needs, as well as skill and talents, into benefits for employers. Effective market research

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will enable you to uncover what employers in your target industry value and empower you to craft your story to showcase your strengths.

The Internet and job boards offer a plethora of information, as well as company websites and industry publications. Also, visit your college or public library to access additional databases like Net Advantage and RefUSA to uncover hard-to-find information.

And, of course, don’t forget to tap into your personal network. These sources will reveal where the jobs are as well as what you need to do to sell yourself effectively.

A recruiter’s objective is to assess your credentials by reviewing your resume, form an impression about

your personality during an interview, and determine the degree to which your interests and background correspond with their hiring needs.

Think of your resume as a sales document.

Consider which information to include in the document and the best way to format it to tell your story effectively. Tailor your resume to each position using the language in their ads. Check out www.bestsampleresume.com for industry-specific ideas about content and layout.

Once at the interview, remember the basic question behind every question is, “Why should I hire you?”

Your objective is to explain why your strengths are of value to this specific employer.

Do not expect past experience to speak for itself; be prepared to state the obvious and to provide proof to support your claims in the form of specific examples. Present any perceived liability as an asset.

It is at this moment that believing in what is possible will make or break you. If you focus on the obstacles, instead of the path around them, and appear defeated from the onset, you will not be successful.

Do yourself—and the employer—a favor: Interview as if everything depended on you. Walk in with a clear idea of two or three selling points you would like to express. Use the interviewer’s questions to introduce those points and back them up with real-life examples.

At the end of the interview, summarize your qualifications and articulate your interest and enthusiasm for the job with confidence.

When you leave an interview having convinced the employer you have something to offer, you are one step closer to your dream job.

• Kathleen Brady, CPC, is a certified career/life management coach and director of career services at Georgian Court University with more than 25 years of experience inspiring clients to embrace their dreams and develop a comprehensive career/life strategy to achieve career success and live happy, joyful lives. Brady is the author of GET A JOB! 10 Steps to Career Success and the weekly blog, The Art of Success. www.careerplanners.net

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‘Dismissing’ Good Employment Candidates?

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ome employers dismiss certain “types” of job candidates out of hand, regardless of skills, experience, or potential. If the candidate doesn’t fit the employer’s idea of what an employee should be like, they are rejected. This is, of course, illegal in the case of race, religion, disability and a few other characteristics, but it is perfectly legal in many cases.

Is this wise behavior? Absolutely not. Once you start hiring people, the last thing you want is a bunch of clones.

Instead, you should hire people who are not like you and won’t be your best friend. Look at how they will do in the job and how they will help your company grow, not if they can all fit a personality profile. Yes, culture matters, but you should prioritize merit.

Some job candidates that other people reject immediately might become your best employees. Here’s when you should hire the people that others reject.

The Helicopter Millennial I’ve written a lot about the problems of helicopter parenting. It definitely cripples some kids, and I think American parents could take some lessons from other cultures.

However, just because someone has a helicopter parent doesn’t mean they like it or aren’t separating themselves

from it and won’t be a great asset to your company. As more and more kids are “helicoptered” through life, you’re blocking out a huge segment of the population.

Instead, do a thorough background check and talk to their internship managers, professors, or even their manager at a fast-food job to find out how they really are.

The “What’s in It for Me?” Guy People who are too focused on what’s in it for them can be problematic. But, let’s be honest. If you don’t have something to offer your job candidates, why on earth would they want to work for you? If you can’t offer a challenge, growth, and great benefits, you’re not going to get the best people.

People don’t work for you out of the goodness of their hearts. They want to

work for you because it will make them better off.

The Unemployed Person Many, many companies reject any candidate that isn’t currently employed.

Many people lose jobs through no fault of their own. Don’t reject them because they aren’t “winning” today.

The Person Who Doesn’t Ask Questions This person is rejected for not having questions to ask. This totally depends on the level of job. Your candidate for marketing director should have questions to ask.

A candidate for a call center? Well, chances are, you’ve already answered all the relevant questions. Don’t expect senior-manager behavior from entrylevel employees.

The Person without the Sparkling Personality We place so much emphasis on the interview, and some people are terrible at interviewing.

Does your accountant need to be loquacious? What about your warehouse staff? What about your IT person? What if this candidate is autistic? He may be able to do the job and do it better than anyone else, but since you’ve set an arbitrary standard, you’ll reject people you shouldn’t.

Do this at your own risk, as it’s a violation of law.

The Person Who Doesn’t Think This is a Dream Job Everybody wants a dream job, but the chances that the job you are offering is someone’s dream are pretty slim. Most jobs are just work. Some

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help people achieve their career goals, and some just help people pay the rent.

Don’t reject candidates because they haven’t spent their lives dreaming of being an accounts payable clerk.

Additionally, don’t expect a 22-yearold to have any idea what their career path will look like.

Sometimes your best employees can be people who have dreams outside of work and are happy to come

in and do their jobs and go home.

That’s OK. The Typo Maker Typos happen. They happen to the best of us. They happen even when we have professional editors looking at things we’ve written. One typo is not reason to reject someone—especially if the job doesn’t require writing.

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But, if there is a their/there/they’re error, it’s probably just a typo.

When you’re thinking about whom to hire, don’t just reject out of hand.

Make sure you are judging people by their actual skills and not by things that you’ve read on a checklist. Make sure you’re making the important things count.

• Suzanne Lucas spent 10 years in corporate human resources, where she hired, fired, managed the numbers, and doublechecked with the lawyers. She currently works as a freelance writer focusing on HR and business. She blogs at Evil HR Lady.

An earlier version of this article, “When Bad Job Applicants Can Be Your Best Hire,” first appeared at Inc.

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Mohonk Mountain Resort in the Catskills, shown in the summer.

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While hanging out around the house or having a “staycation” and enjoying local activities can be fun, you may want to venture a bit farther.

For those seeking to get away from the local area, here are some destinations to consider.

If a resort is on your list, Mohonk Mountain House in the Catskills is the place for you. Founded in 1869 by the Smiley family and located in New Paltz, N.Y., this Victorian castle resort,

Where to Go; What to Do

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which is in its fourth and fifth generation of family leadership, is set alongside a pristine mountain lake surrounded by imposing granite cliffs.

Nina Smiley, director of marketing, explains that a long, winding driveway leads you casually up the mountainside while sounds of singing birds and rustling leaves prepare you for a relaxing welcome; around the last bend, a Victorian castle rises above Lake Mohonk. Gorgeous wilderness surrounded by carefully landscaped gardens whisk you away to a magical place.

The resort’s interior is just as inviting as the beauty outside. Guests will find extensive woodwork, fireplaces constructed from

Shawangunk stone, period accents, and expansive windows that frame the breathtaking scenery. Smiley says that the truly spectacular setting invites guests who want to delight in nature while enjoying world-class amenities, including an award-winning spa, regional cuisine, and a remarkable variety of activities.

“Mohonk Mountain House and its setting are spectacular in any season.

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy a dip in the smooth, refreshing lake Mohonk or wander through trails on horseback and take in the breathtaking surroundings.

“As fall approaches, the trees begin to paint the hills with vivid colors; deep-red and bright-orange leaves

round out the crisp, fresh air, bringing a magnificent close to the summer season. The first snowfall blankets the landscape in white, transforming it into a mystical wonderland,” she says.

Smiley adds that the resort’s inclusive rates (overnight accommodations, meals, and most activities) are also an attraction for guests. In addition to relaxing and enjoying the beautiful setting, there’s a variety of activities for all ages and interests.

Outdoor enthusiasts may enjoy hiking, biking, or horseback riding.

For those who enjoy water sports, Mohonk offers paddle boarding, canoeing, and row boating as well as fishing and swimming in the beautiful

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Clockwise, from top left: Lake Mohonk Beach; pedicures at the Spa at Mohonk Mountain House; gardens in summer at Mohonk Mountain House.

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Lake Mohonk. If taking the kids along, there is a Mohonk’s Kids Club, which offers themed activities such as disc golf, rock scrambling, fossil hunts, and sports tournaments.

Couples can enjoy a romantic carriage ride or a visit to Mohonk’s spa, which opened in 2005 and was named “No. 1 Resort Spa in the U.S.”

by Conde Nast Traveler last year. With more than 70 unique treatments, a heated mineral pool, and breathtaking views, it can also be a great girlfriend getaway spot.

Resorts are but one of many getaway options. Canton, Ohio, and the surrounding Stark County offer a variety of activities to appeal to nearly every taste.

“What’s great about our area is that there really is something for everybody. For a community our size, there’s a lot to do,” says Allyson Bussey, interim director of the Canton Stark County CVB. Football fans know Canton as the home of the Pro Football Hall of Fame, and Bussey says that the Hall of Fame does have a wide appeal. In addition to exhibits about Hall of Famers and the history of the sport, there are also interactive displays. The enshrinement ceremony and Hall of Fame game are held annually in August and are often sell-outs.

The Hall of Fame’s location in

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Canton is by design; one of the reasons is that the American Professional Football Association, later renamed the National Football League, was founded in Canton in 1920. The Hall of Fame opened its doors in 1963.

Groundbreaking for a five-year, multi-phase project to create a “village” around the hall, with amenities such as a hotel and conference center along with renovations to the existing Fawcett Stadium, will be held in the fall.

The Canton area is also home to the William McKinley Presidential Library and Museum. Bussey says it’s also a science and history museum and houses a planetarium and an interactive science center that features an authentic mastodon skeleton that was found in the Canton area. The “Street of Shops” is a life-size replica of an early-1800s town.

Another unique museum is the First Ladies Library, which is part of the National Park Service. It is housed in two buildings—the restored family home of First Lady Ida Saxton McKinley and the restored and renovated 1895 City National Bank building that now serves as a library and research center and exhibit area.

The MAPS Museum (Military Aviation Preservation Society) may be of interest to those who enjoy aviation.

Located in a hangar, Bussey says

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Above: The front of the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio.

Left: Canton Car Museum.

Right: Canal boat, drawn by two horses in Coshocton County, Ohio.

Below: Fourth Street Lighted Arts District.

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visitors can view military aircraft in all stages of restoration, and there’s also a tribute to the men and women who designed and flew them. She describes it as “a living preservation museum.”

The Ohio & Erie Canal ran through Stark County, and visitors can enjoy a bit of that history. The towpath of the canal has been transformed into a hiking and biking trail that also features a historic lock and millrace. You can enjoy a narrated cruise on one of the only remaining authentic canal boats, and as in its heyday in the 1800s, the canal boat is drawn by two horses.

The area also boasts a number of picturesque wineries and craft breweries. Couples and ladies enjoying a “girls’ weekend” may want to check them out and perhaps enjoy some shopping time in Hartville, which Bussey says is a “boutique shopping mecca.”

If you’d prefer to take a getaway closer to home, try Philadelphia. Meryl Levitz, Visit Philadelphia CEO, says that whatever your interest—history, nature, sports, science, food, or culture—there’s bound to be something to entice you in Philly.

Levitz says that top stops on everyone’s agenda should be Independence Center, Independence National Historical Park, and the region’s welcome center.

There, visitors can find info about attractions such as Independence Hall (timed tickets are now required for entrance and can be ordered in advance online), the National Constitution Center, and the Liberty Bell. The nearby Benjamin Franklin Museum is dedicated to the life and legacy of this Colonial-era Renaissance man.

The Mummer’s Parade is a New Year’s Day tradition in Philly, and for those interested in learning more about the event and viewing the elaborate costumes, a visit to the Mummer’s Museum may be in order.

Unleash your inner “Rocky” and climb the iconic steps to the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Always a great visit, the museum is hosting a special exhibit, “Discovering the Impressionists: Paul Durand-Ruel and the New Painting,” through Sept. 13.

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more comprehensive than its showings at the Musée du Luxembourg in Paris and the National Gallery in London.

It took a staggering 1 million-plus LEGO® bricks to create “The Art of the Brick,” on view nearby at The Franklin Institute, a limited-engagement exhibit through Sept. 6. Its more than

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While hanging out around the house or having a “staycation” and enjoying local activities can be fun, you may want to venture a bit farther.

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Other attractions in the Penn’s Landing area include The Independence Seaport Museum and the two ships berthed right outside— the Becuna, a WWII submarine, and the Olympia, the nation’s oldest floating steel warship.

For an interesting dining experience, visit the nearby Moshulu, which is the oldest and tallest squarerigged sailing vessel still afloat and the only dining venue in the world on a tall ship.

A visit to Reading Terminal Market is also fun for the family.

“It helps people feel they’re part of Philly. It’s been the go-to place for professional and home cooks who want farm-fresh produce, meats, cheeses, herbs, and other treats since 1892,” Levitz says.

For hikers, bikers, or those who like a scenic stroll, the Schuylkill Banks Boardwalk is a “must do.” This 2,000foot-long extension of the Schuylkill River Trail is a concrete pathway along the shoreline. It includes four scenic

overlooks for those who want to relax and take in spectacular waterfront views of the Philadelphia skyline.

“This is a huge addition to the Schuylkill River Trail, which is easily one of the most-used parks in Center City Philadelphia, with more than 19,000 users every week,” Levitz says.

Getting around Philly is easy—the Philly Phlash, a tourist shuttle, connects 22 key destinations in Center City, and there’s Indego, Philly’s bikeshare program that launched in the spring. There are also duck tours, double-decker bus tours, and other modes of transportation.

One planning note: Philadelphia is hosting the eighth World Congress of Families Sept. 22 through 27.

Pope Francis will make his first United States visit at the end of this event, and he will celebrate a Mass on the Benjamin Franklin Parkway on Sept. 27.

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Also new is the Gorilla Treeway, the latest addition to its firstin-the-world animal travel and exploration trail system called Zoo360. The treeway gives the zoo’s western lowland gorillas the ability to enjoy long-distance travel in a mesh passageway positioned overhead.

Levitz says that following a smashingly successful first season that earned “Best Urban Beach in the World” status from The Huffington Post, Spruce Street Harbor Park returned to Penn’s Landing to brighten up the summer.

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By REBECCA HANLON

he spine is a support system that’s easily forgotten.

We wake up in the morning and expect it to hold us upright as we get through the day— whether our bodies demand we work, play, eat, or sleep.

While most people remember to brush their teeth, eat a healthy diet, and exercise, the spine and nervous system are expected to function with little afterthought.

Dr. Marty Rodgers of Family Chiropractic Wellness Center of Lancaster has been serving patients for more than 25 years. He strongly believes that everyone should see a chiropractor.

Rodgers looks at the services that chiropractors offer as a type of spinal hygiene. Just as people go to the dentist to make sure their teeth and gums don’t get infected, chiropractors are there to help patients prevent injuries and keep

their nerves healthy.

“Most people think chiropractors are back-pain specialists,” Rodgers said.

“Pain is what drives most people into the office. But we can do so much more for people if they get here before the pain starts.”

As for most things, pain is a sign that something is wrong, Rodgers said.

When a tooth aches, it means there is an infection. When a wrist hurts, it might be sprained. But when the spine is out of alignment, Rodgers said, it can lead to a whole slew of problems.

A person’s spine can get bumped out of alignment very easily—everything from tripping down the stairs to having a fender bender can cause the spine to become misaligned.

Not only will some people experience tighter muscles because of the misalignment, but pain can also travel the entire length of the nerve, Rodgers said. A headache, hip pain, or

Dr. Marty Rodgers demonstrates a low back adjustment, which helps to relieve sciatica, osteoarthritis, degenerative disc disease, or difficulty with standing, walking, running, or sitting.

even problems walking all can be associated with pinched nerves caused by misalignment.

Any time someone slips and falls, participates in sports, or experiences any other kind of impact, their spine could possibly need some attention.

“Most of the time, our bodies handle these bumps without a problem,” Rodgers said.

But in some cases, the vertebrae can be shifted so much that they heal out of place. In those cases, it can lead to pain and discomfort that can last a lifetime.

When the spine is misaligned, the vertebrae can pinch nerves that lead throughout the body, causing numerous ailments, Rodgers said.

While some problems are directly connected to back pain, a pinched nerve also might interfere with how the rest of the body works.

Sometimes, it can even lead to digestive problems or worsen asthma

symptoms, he said.

People also are largely influenced by their families, Rodgers said. Many people sit improperly not because of genetics, but because of emulating the behavior of others.

It also can happen through bad habits. People who sleep incorrectly— either with not enough pillows for support or on the wrong kind of pillows—often knock their spines out of alignment.

Are smartphones a bad habit or a necessity of life? Most users would say a necessity of life; however, we’re using them for more and more activities of daily life and they cause people to look down at an unnatural angle, he said.

Rodgers recommends that anyone who has taken a bad tumble or experienced an impact of any kind visit a chiropractor. Obviously, a trip to the emergency room should be made if there are any open wounds, he said, but

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Dr. Rodgers shows adjustment positions that can be used for treatments of carpal tunnel, herniated disc problems, allergies, or digestive problems.

straighten everything out, there are treatments for people who are in pain or have other concerns. There also are more gentle tactics used on children.

The best thing people can do to keep their spine and nerves in good shape is to think preventatively, Rodgers said.

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a follow-up to the chiropractor is another safe idea.

He also recommends that we take a more proactive approach to our spine and nerve health by visiting a chiropractor for an adjustment on a more regular basis.

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He suggests some simple tips to all of his patients. One of the most common problems he sees is that people don’t stretch enough. Tight muscles can lead to problems with the spine and can keep it from naturally rebalancing itself when it gets knocked out of place, he said.

He also suggests patients stop

sleeping on their stomachs. Turning the head to breathe puts the spine in an unnatural position. Sleeping on the side or their back is healthier, he said.

“The best thing people can do is try to identify things in their routine that may be hurting them and stop it from there,” Rodgers said. “Spine health, like many other aspects of health, can best be managed before pain becomes an issue.”

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Elizabeth Commander has been named home care manager at Masonic Village at Elizabethtown. She was previously employed as the interim director of nursing at Zerbe Sisters Nursing Center and is a member of the Pennsylvania Association of Nurse Assessment Coordinators.

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Employees in the York office of SF&Company, CPAs and Business Advisors, participated in LIVE UNITED Week by making a donation and wearing blue and white for a day. The firm also provided lunch from Isaac’s Famous Grilled Sandwiches, which contributed 25 percent of its proceeds to United Way of York County.

Front row, from left: Jen Forsythe, Nancy Ferguson, and Laura DiBiase; second row, from left: Jim Adelsperger, Rachael Potts, Nikki Wagman, Clarke Freeman, Lynette Larson, and Jessica Tencariu; third row, from left: Julie Felpel, Tyler Schnetzka, Erik Moore, George Dotzel, Bob Freed, and Tina Strausbaugh; and back row, from left: Charlie Price, Tim Vinson, and Tom Allen.

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American Business Women’s Association (ABWA) Camelot Chapter 6 p.m.

3rd Monday of the month The Radisson Penn Harris Hotel & Convention Center, Camp Hill Debra Yates, President 717.763.7814 dyates7870@aol.com www.abwacamelot.com Lancaster Area Express Network 7:15 – 9 a.m.

3rd Wednesday of the month Lancaster Country Club 1466 New Holland Pike, Lancaster Jennie Weinhold 717.715.2595 info@LAEN-ABWA.com www.LAEN-ABWA.com Lebanon Valley Chapter 6 p.m.

4th Wednesday of the month Hebron Fire Hall 701 E. Walnut St., Lebanon Penny Donmoyer 717.383.6969 www.abwalebanonpa.com Penn Square Chapter 11:45 a.m. – 1 p.m.

2nd Thursday of the month Hamilton Club 106 E. Orange St., Lancaster Donna Anderson 717.392.8285 donnatroptan@yahoo.com Wheatland – Conestoga Chapter 6 p.m.

1st Tuesday of the month Heritage Hotel 500 Centerville Road, Lancaster Kimberly Warner, President kwarner@murrayins.com Women @ Work Express Network 11:30 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.

2nd Thursday of the month Heritage Hotel 500 Centerville Road, Lancaster Beth Lovell blovell@comcast.net www.abwalancaster.com

Executive Women International Harrisburg Chapter 5:30 p.m.

3rd Thursday of the month Rotating location Kathy Lacomba klacomba@pa-fsa.org www.ewiharrisburg.org Harrisburg Business Women 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.

2nd Tuesday of the month, Sept. – July Best Western Premier Central Hotel & Conference Center 800 E. Park Drive, Harrisburg Lynne Baker, President 717.215.2327 info@harrisburgbusinesswomen.org www.harrisburgbusinesswomen.org Insurance Professionals of Lancaster County (IPLC) 5:45 p.m.

3rd Tuesday of the month, Sept. – May Heritage Hotel 500 Centerville Road, Lancaster Krista Reed, President kreed@gunnmowery.com www.internationalinsuranceprofessionals.org/ group/117 International Association of Administrative Professionals Harrisburg Chapter 5:30 p.m.

3rd Monday of the month Holiday Inn Harrisburg East 4751 Lindle Road, Harrisburg Helen E. Wallace, CAP-OM, President Jodi Mattern, CAP, Webmaster jodi4psu@gmail.com www.iaap-harrisburg-pa.org

Red Rose Chapter 6:15 p.m.

4th Tuesday of the month Woodcrest Villa 2001 Harrisburg Pike, Lancaster Tamara Coleman tcoleman1123@comcast.net Mechanicsburg Business Women 11:30 a.m.

3rd Wednesday of the month Giant Super Foods Community Room 3301 Trindle Road, Camp Hill Abeer Srouji Allen info@mechanicsburgbusinesswomen.org www.mechanicsburgbusinesswomen.org Pennsylvania Public Relations Society 5:30 p.m.

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Women’s Business Center Organization (WBCO) 11:30 a.m.

2nd Tuesday of the month Sept. through April Mary Meisenhelter Debra Goodling-Kime Yorkview Hall Willman Business Center York College of PA 441 Country Club Road, York jsternerwbco@ycp.edu www.wbcoyork.org Women’s Independent Networking Group (WING) Noon 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month Heritage Hills 2700 Mount Rose Ave.,York Lisa Barshinger 717.747.6393 info@wingofyork.com www.wingofyork.com Women’s Network of York 11:30 a.m.

3rd Tuesday of the month Out Door Country Club 1157 Detwiler Drive, York Lori Detter, President president@wnyork.com www.wnyork.com

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2nd Tuesday of the month Knickers Pub at Heritage Hills 2700 Mt. Rose Ave., York Wanda Stiffler 717.891.7808 wls1211@hotmail.com

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Central PA Association for Female Executives (CPAFE) 1st Wednesday of each month Refer to the website for the meeting location Cathy Jennings, President 717.713.7255 info@cpafe.org www.cpafe.org

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