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Attitude is Everything: Take Responsibility for Yours

Posted on October 6, 2014 by Rachael Melot

Before you read any more of this post, I want you to think of the last three phone calls you had with an official – what was the tone and attitude of those calls? Were you positive or negative? Were … Continue reading →

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It Takes Money to Make Money

Posted on August 4, 2014 by Rachael Melot

You may recall a few months ago when I explained my goal of taking control of my financial future for my businesses and my life. As the second post in my series about money, I want to share a little … Continue reading →

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Don’t Forget to Register: It Is The First Assignment of The Season

Posted on August 3, 2014 by Rachael Melot

Don’t forget to register with the NCAA if you are planning to officiate women’s basketball this season. Registration opened on August 1st. For those who may be registering for the first time, you should know you will be able to … Continue reading →

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Executive Presence: The “It” People Always Mention

Posted on July 17, 2014 by Rachael Melot

This is a really great article that I believe applies to officials, just like it does to the executive who is also climbing the ladder of success. I couldn’t help but to share it with you. Check out this article … Continue reading →

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Sometimes You Gotta Let the Money Go

Posted on June 8, 2014 by Rachael Melot

Like a classroom session I recently taught several referees, I have to tell you that running the business of being a referee is tricky. While we referees are independent contractors hired each year by several people, we don’t feel that … Continue reading →