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ScottQMarcus

ScottQMarcus is inspiring others (and trying to stay so himself)

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53, Male

Relationship status: Married

Located in Eureka, CA

Member since Jan 28, 2007

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Places I've been

Detroit, MI until I was 7. My parents moved to North Hollywood, CA and it seemed appropriate to go with them. From there, I became a DJ in college and traveled around the west (mostly CA). (Hometown), High School Name (City, State)
U.S. Grant (Sherman Oaks, CA)
College Name
UCLA
College Graduation Year
1977 (I was supposed to graduate in 1976 but didn't want to be unemployed so I stayed an extra year. Also fell in love with college radio station and the only way I could work there was to remain a student.)
College Graduation Major/Concentration
Psychology - not that I did anything with it - once I found radio.
Occupation(s)
Professional Speaker, Trainer, Columnist -- and Recovering Perfectionist

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My synicated newspaper column and other writings submitted See Who Boomed This
Dieting doesn't work submitted See Who Boomed This

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My synicated newspaper column and other writings submitted See Who Boomed This

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After having lost 70 pounds more than 12 years ago, I learned that the key to changing one's life is not about the actions, but about the thoughts, feelings and beliefs. I am now a THINspirational speaker and I help "increase productivity, morale, and joy among other recovering perfectionists by eliminating procrastination and perfectionism."

I am also a syndicated columnist and write a weekly column about "weight loss, habit change, and other acts of faith." (Many of the posts are at www.WeightLossColumn.com.)

And, if you'd like to take part in the day-to-day battles of maintaining a healthy body, I have another blog at www.ForeverFightingFat.com.)

Ethical Question/Survey/Poll about Weight Loss

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OK, here's the question. Supposed someone came to you and said he could guarantee you would never aga More…

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Who is the first person you would tell if you won $500?

My partner

Are you saving for retirement?

Yes, regularly

Do you own a cell phone? If yes, how long have you owned one?

4+ years

Who in your life is going back to school?

No one

If you were a contestant on Jeopardy what would be your dream trivia category?

Hit songs of the 70s

Who are your heroes?

Harry Chapin Anwar Sadat Robin Williams

Are you looking for a new job?

No, I'm good where I am

What is your favorite family dinner?

Loads and loads of french fries!

What kind of trip would you love to take in Italy?

A week long walking tour of Tuscany

What is your marital status?

Married

What would you buy if money wasn't an object?

Travel the world

What's your favorite game to play at home?

Other

Who is the most interesting person you have ever met?

Harry Chapin

Now that you are over 50, what are you doing that you never thought you would?

Developing a career: Speaker & Writer

How many children do you have?

2 - 3

What do you typically do on a Saturday night?

Stay at home and watch TV

What is your educational background?

Bachelor's/Associate's Degree

What is your dream vacation?

Cruising! My all time dream vacation would be a one year world cruise.

What organizations do you belong to?

National Speakers Association Weight Watchers (I'm a leader) National Association of Foster Parents

How is your garden doing this season?

Garden, what's that?

What is your favorite type of music?

Rock/pop

Where were you born?

Detroit, MI

How much are you paying for a gallon of gas this week?

I bike, walk or use public transportation

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posted by acatslady

Hi. Wanted to let you know I added this to my post in the Wine group bringing it up front and providing a link to your work. "I do want to apologize to the writer of this piece, Scott "Q" Marcus. I noted his name and info on the bottom but neglected to provide a link to his wonderful motivational writings. I usually like to that anyway so that you can go to the article yourselves if you want to read more. Well, here it is, albeit late. Please stop by his blogs for some humor and inspiration. He is an accomplished author as well and information about his book can also be found here. view link" Mae culpa!

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posted by NorCallifer

Hi, I recognize you from your column and photo in the Times Standard.

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