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Top Arts and Crafts of Ecuador
Posted by Henry Garman on 28th Apr 2017
TOP 25 Arts & Crafts of Ecuador – The List
Here is a comprehensive list of the "artesania" found in Ecuador. Discover what Ecuador has to offer when it comes to handmade jewelry, nature inspired crafts, and unique artisan items.
1. Otavalo Textiles
"The Spanish chained us to the looms... Now we own the looms." Colorful textiles have always played a large part in Andean culture and for centuries Otavaleños have been famous for their textiles. Besides being farmers, Otavaleños were weavers and traveling merchants. Producing fabrics for export throughout the northern Andes and traveling to distant markets has been their norm from pre-Incan times. (The Incas arrived in Ecuador in the late 1400′s.)
The history of the Otavaleños is one of enduring oppression and yet overcoming that experience, adapting and using technology to profit immensely in the modern era. The Incas conquered the northern part of Ecuador for about 50 years before the Spanish arrived in the area in 1532. As the Otavalo area was already famous for textile production when the Spanish arrived, and northern Ecuador lacked the mineral wealth of Peru, the Spanish conquerors quickly put the indigenous to work on the looms. The Spanish brutally enslaved the indigenous, chaining them to the looms, working them from dusk till dawn. But the Spanish also introduced sheep and technology: European treadle looms, spinning wheels, and systems of production weaving.
For almost three hundred years Otavalo was the textile sweatshop of South America. Now the Otavaleños own the looms. As they already had the experience of producing not only traditional textiles, but innovating products for export, Otavaleños have become the most successful indigenous group in South America.
2. Panama Hats
This "prince" of straw hats has long been a favorite of royalty, nobility, writers, hollywood stars, singers and celebrities. Popularized in the 19th century, the Panama hat is considered the finest straw hat in the world. Lightweight, light colored, breathable, and incredibly flexible, the Panama hat signifies luxury, elegance and sophistication. Ideal for a warm sunny day, it is one of the few hats that has remained in style for centuries.
Yet the strange truth is that the Panama Hat is made exclusively in Ecuador! The special straw from which these hats are made, the toquilla palm leaf, only grows in the warm lowlands of the Ecuadorian coast, 100 to 400 metres above sea level. Confusion arose when Ecuadorian straw hats, perfect for protection from the sun on a hot day, were worn by workers constructing the Panama canal. President Theodore Roosevelt visited the construction site in Panama, and was photographed wearing one of these straw hats, increasing its popularity immensely. And many hats from Ecuador were sent to Panama and from there distributed throughout the world. The name of the point of sale was applied to the hat, rather than the place of origin, therefore the hat became known as "the Panama Hat".
The toquilla straw hat has traditionally been manufactured in small coastal villages and in the mountains. The toquilla palm leaf is shredded into fiber strands, sun dried, woven and trimmed by hand. As the straw is rather soft in its natural state, it cannot be machine woven. And since they are made by hand, every Panama Hat is unique. While a simple straw hat can be hand woven in a day, the better quality hats may take weeks or even months to complete.
The two production centers of Panama Hats in Ecuador are Montecristi and Cuenca. Using very thin straw and a tight weave, master weavers in the coastal town of Montecristi produce the finest Panama Hats in the world. These hats can take several months to produce. With thin, tight weaves and a straw of a natural light color, these hats are soft, flexible and of ultimate quality. The finest hats are therefore called "Montecristi", named for the town in which they are made.
3. Tagua Nut (Vegetable Ivory) Jewelry
An amazing palm tree grows in the Amazon jungle of Ecuador. Known as the tagua palm, this tree produces beautiful material suitable for making natural jewelry and fine carvings. The walnut sized seed from this plant, known as tagua nut, is also called "vegetable ivory" – for it is a creamy white material that rivals the finest ivory taken from elephant tusks.
Eco friendly and animal friendly, the harvest of ivory from this renewable resource is produced without harm to the tree or endangered species of animals. Tagua provides much needed income to support the traditional lifestyles of the indigenous dwellers of the Amazonian rainforest.The tagua "ivory nut" is used in jewellery, beads, buttons and many handicrafts produced throughout Ecuador, employing approximately 50,000 people. Resembling the finest ivory in texture and color, it is just slightly softer.
4. Amazon Balsa Wood Bird Carvings
Nature inspired balsa wood carvings of colorful birds and animals are produced by the Quechua Indigenous peoples of the Amazonia rainforest. These can be found in Puyo and Pastaza. They range in quality from colorful souvenirs to highly accurate carvings of Amazonian wild birds that will please the most discerning bird watchers.
In the village of Ahuano, on the Rio Napo, is a wood carver who produces the most accurate bird reproductions with a great attention to detail. Unfortunately, the number of artists creating this work has declined over the last decade. We talked to many in the area who used to do balsa wood carving a few years ago, but are now employed in pizza shops or other businesses.
Among the various animals sculptured in the incredibly light weight balsa wood are colorful toucans and parrots, turtles, fish, frogs, monkeys and dolphins. Besides individual and groups of animals, other products created in balsa are hanging mobiles, napkin holders, pens and crayons.
5. Wood Carvings
Ecuadorian artists produce world acclaimed woodcarvings in small town called San Antonio de Ibarra. It is located approximately 5 kilometers south of Ibarra, the provincial capital of Imbabura. The town is a concentration of wood carving workshops, galleries, and furniture showrooms.
The wood sculpting tradition of San Antonio dates back hundreds of years. In colonial times, the Quito School was famous throughout Spanish America for its religious statuary. Saints and sinners, crucifixes and angels were produced in a realistic style that inspired religious devotion.
After the devastating earthquake of 1868, when most of Ibarra was in ruins, artists from the Quito School were brought in to repair and rebuild churches and civic buildings, and also to restore damaged works of art. A painter from this famous school, Javier Miranda, hired an assistant from San Antonio, Daniel Reyes, to help with the work of restoration. Miranda recognized that Daniel Reyes was very talented, and took him back to Quito where he was trained as his apprentice, learning the ways of the Quito School.
When Reyes had achieved the status of a master, he returned to San Antonio and set up a workshop. The Ecuadorian government helped Reyes set up his workshop and also a school where the traditions Quito were passed on to a new generation of artists. Workshops multiplied throughout the town and it was soon recognized that the artists and sculptors of San Antonio were not only adept at continuing the famous techniques of the colonial era, but the heirs of this tradition passing it on to future generations. In 1944 the Instituto Superior Tecnológico "Daniel Reyes" was officially founded in San Antonio, teaching art and design. Today the school is a leading institute of art and design instruction in Ecuador.
Today, as in the centuries past, you will find many religious statues in San Antonio. Realistic portrayals of the sufferings of Christ enduring the crucifixion are graphic with wounds and blood.
Other favorite religious themes are the saints, such as San Miguel (Saint Michael), and the famed Virgin of Quito, crowned with a halo of stars, holding a chain binding the serpent of satan. Saint Francis and copies of Michelangelo's Last Supper are also favorite religious subjects. More humorous subjects frequently encountered are various depictions of Don Quixote, and a trio of drunk musicians. For animals, the eagle is a favorite.
Sculptures vary in size from a few inches to 15 feet high, ranging in subject matter from Aztec/Inca inspired suns and abstract pieces to nudes, cowboys, the Inca Emperor Atahualpa and the liberator Simon Bolivar, animals, dancers, monks, mothers holding children and carved doorways and mantels. Many abstract pieces represent musical harmony, romantic love, the sun and moon, and family affection.
Mass produced pieces for the home include small decorations for the fridge and wall of butterflies, chickens, automobiles, dancers; practical household items such as vases, candle holders, picture frames, plates, decorative palm trees, shelving, boxes, storage chests, candy and nut bowls, mixing bowls and spoons for cooking, carved fruit, key holders, paper weights and desk ornaments of all kinds.
Exquisite hand carved furniture can be found in styles ranging from classical Greek and Roman to Rococo, as well as antique reproductions to the latest modern styles.
Prices of the carvings in San Antonio range from a couple of dollars to several thousand. Some of these carvings make their way to the Plaza de Ponchos in Otavalo for the Saturday offerings. But for the greatest selection, a trip to San Antonio is a must. While the largest stores are centered on the main plaza, and 27 de Noviembre street, there are many smaller stores and workshops along the backstreets. It is work taking the time to explore the side streets to see the carvers at work creating their masterpieces.
6. Andean Pan Pipe Flutes
Music has been central to Ecuadorian life for thousands of years. One of the central musical instruments from pre-Hispanic times in the Andes has been panpipe flutes. The Kichwa word Antara refers to the classical panpipes played for ceremonial and romantic purposes.
Rondador is another common word used for panpipes. Some consist of two rows of tubes (Zampona) so that both tubes can be blown simultaneously, one for the melody and another for the harmony. Other types of flutes produced in the Andean highlands are the sisca, quenillas, quenas, quenachos, mama quenachos, and chulis.
7. Inlay Silver Jewelry
Discovering unique handmade jewelry, precious items crafted as a work of art and a labor of love, can make shopping in Ecuadorian markets truly an adventure. Silver jewelry inlaid with semiprecious stones and conch shells is an interplay of color, pattern and history. Common design motifs incorporated into many of the silver pendants are ancient Incan calendar symbols.
The most common Incan symbol incorporated into the jewelry is the Chakana, a three stepped cross with a hole in the center. The three steps represent the three worlds, i.e, the heavenly realm of the spirit, the human realm and the underworld and death. Three other Incan concepts represented by the Chakana are the 3 realities of Love, Knowledge and Work.
Sun, moon and stars, animals, spirals, geometrics of ancient design will all be found incorporated into these beautiful objects.
Please note: We are NOT able to sell silver jewelry: shipping of silver, gold and other precious metal items is prohibited by both the post office and private courier companies.
8. Dream Catchers and North American Indian Inspired Crafts
Dreamcatchers, which originated in Ojibwa culture have become adopted by Amerindians in many countries as a symbol of indigenous culture. Consisting of a hoop with a woven web or net, and decorated with feathers, cloth and beads, these nets, like a spiderweb, are believed to catch anything bad in the air. According to Ojibwa beliefs, a dreamcatcher can change a person's dreams. At night good dreams are allowed to filter through, while bad dreams or nightmares get caught in the net, then disappearing in the light of day. A different version is that nightmares pass through the holes in the net and disappear, while the good dreams get caught in the web and then slide down along the feathers to the dreamer.
Crafts and clothing inspired by the traditions of North American Indians are found in Ecuador. Whether it's due to a feeling or respect and solidarity with the Northern American tribes, a love of all things Indian or just a desire to cater to North American and European tourists, items like dream catchers, eagle feather war bonnets, bone hairpipe chokers, beaded wristbands and leather tipis, these items that you would expect to find in Great Plains Indian trading posts are found here for sale in the craft markets of Ecuador.
Bone hairpipe chokers are available as well, but rather than being made with bone hairpipes, the long beads are actually tagua vegetable ivory.
9. Leather work
Take a 25 minute drive north from Otavalo on the Panamerican highway and you will come to the town of Cotacachi, renowned as the leather capital of Ecuador. In Cotacachi there are approximately 80 shops selling vast quantities of high quality leather jackets, hats, luggage, handbags, wallets, belts, boots, shoes and even saddles.
Most of the shops are located on one avenue, 10 de Agosto street. What you will find in this charming town are quality handmade leather items at bargain prices. Most leather items here are hand made. You can have items custom made if you come with a photo or can sketch out your design.
Internationally recognized, this small town, self-proclaimed as an "eco-city", won the Participative Democracy, Dubai 2000 award for its for sound social, environmental and economic policies, and Unesco honored it with the City of Peace prize for its culture of dialogue and democracy. Indigenous mayor Auki Tituaña has held office for ten years (democratically re-elected), and has worked hard to bring many improvements to the town.
Clean streets, investments in education and social benefits combined with respect for the environment makes Cotacachi the best small town in Ecuador, and a favorite retirement center for foreigners.
A museum in Cotacachi states that the first leather working association was formed in 1864, the first activity being the tanning of hides. That has changed, for now with a high regard for protecting the environment, tanning is no longer performed within the town, and leather workers only use environmentally friendly products when dyeing and finishing. There is no toxic waste dump or chemicals from the leather industry being dumped into the river.
Coctacachi's stylish leather boutiques offer something for everyone. If high quality leather items at a bargain price are high on your shopping list, then Cotacachi is a must see in Ecuador.
10. Colorful Tigua Art
Of all the bright and colorful art spotted in Ecuador, the tigua paintings are undoubtedly the the brightest. These small canvases just scream color. Tigua is a folk art created in the Cotopaxi area of Ecuador, a group of small villages southwest of Quito. The canvases are filled with scenes of rural life: Indigenous farmers herding llamas, sheep and goats, spinning yarn and harvesting, and celebrating their life against the omnipresent snow capped Volcan Cotopaxi looming in the background.
Besides filling canvases,the brilliant colors of the Tigua paintings are incorporated into various household objects: spoons, forks, picture frames, bowls and platters.


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Q: How soon should I start treating my pond with bacteria? – Justin in Minnesota
Baby It's Cold Outside
The ice is melting away from the surface of your pond and Spring is already on its way, should bacteria be a part of your ponds Winter/Spring transition? Depending on your location, bacteria may be too busy singing the blues to work on the organics residing in your pond. Adhering to the general rules of thumb below will keep your bacteria working as efficiently as possible, keeping your pockets green and your pond crystal clear.
Aeration, Aeration, wherefore art thou Aeration
It may be cliché to quote Shakespeare in a blog post, but we've stressed the importance of aeration for so many seasons now he just may have heard of it himself. Aeration circulates the water in your pond adding oxygen to the water column. Beneficial bacteria, like those found in our ClearPAC®, thrive on oxygen. While we don't plan on winning any awards for our astounding math skills in the near future, we have hit the nail on the head with this equation: water + oxygen = productive bacteria. You can still use beneficial bacteria in your pond without aeration, but you will definitely get more bang for your buck running an aeration system.
Getting Warmer
You know why to use your ClearPAC® but you are still unsure when to start adding it into your pond. This answer will depend on where you live. The bacteria in PondClear™ really flex their muscles when your water temperatures reach 50° and up. This means that areas with warmer climates will start adding their bacteria earlier in the season than those of us pond guys and gals who are still digging their cars out of snow drifts. Check your water temperature regularly and begin your applications accordingly. To really give your bacteria a boost, use EcoBoost™ along with every dose of PondClear™.
The Life of the PRE-Party
While your PondClear™ & EcoBoost™ are patiently waiting in their buckets, your Pond Dye is ready for action all year long. We strongly suggest adding Pond Dye—even if your pond ices over—as algae can grow in cold temperatures and can still utilize sunlight through the ice.
POND TALK: When do you start your bacteria applications in your pond? How do you kick off the opening of your pond for the season?
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Our prediction for this Euro 2016 match:
There is nothing what both Scotland and Poland want more at this moment than qualification for EURO 2016. Poland is currently second on the table with 17 points out of their 8 games while Scotland is placed fourth with 11 points. Scotland will have to hope on a miracle in order to reach EURO 2016. Polish super striker Lewandowski is currently in the form is of his life. Ronaldo and Messi aren't even able to catch up with this phenomenon. The Polish squad is stronger than the Scottish one. With the help of the 12th man we expect Scotland to be able and keep one point in Glasgow.
Highlighted Player (Robert Lewandowski):
After scoring 36 goals in 59 league games for Znicz Pruskow, Robert Lewandowski joined Lech Poznan in June, 2008. The 184-cm-tall attacker scored 18 goals in 28 appearances for the club in the 2009/2010 Ekstraklasa campaign and during the season he was on Borussia Dortmund's radar.
The Polish forward signed a four-year deal with the Bundesliga side in June, 2010 and he quickly established himself as the team's key attacker. Lewandowski was producing excellent performances with the Millionaires between 2010 and 2014 and it has to be noted that he won two Bundesliga trophies with the club (2010/2011, 2011/2012). He participated in the 2012/2013 Champions League final with Borussia Dortmund, but the Millionaires were beaten by fellow Bundesliga side Bayern Munich in the title game.
However, he betrayed Borussia Dortmund fans in 2014 as he signed a four-year deal with the Bundesliga giants. Lewandowski impressed in the 2016/2017 Bundesliga campaign as he scored 30 goals in 32 league games for Pep Guardiola's troops. The Polish footballer represented his homeland at Euro 2016 in France and he scored one goal at the showpiece tournament in France.


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20 Jobs and Careers For People Who Like To Travel
Cheryl Brite
July 19th 2016
If you dont wish to stay in one place for your job, then maybe its time to find another job or career that you will be satisfied with in the long run. You love to travel, and youre looking for a job that will make you happy. Just thinking about a new career move is an exciting feeling for you. Sure it's a big step in your life but risk, no reward. There are some great jobs in beautiful places out there for you to discover. What are you waiting for?
1. Cruise Line Worker
Estimated Yearly Salary: $3,000
The open sea is calling to you. Sailing the seas is the life. Working on a cruise ship surrounded by excited vacationers is even better. You never know where youll be sailing to next, and thats whats most exciting about this job. You work hard, make a good living, and enjoy traveling along the way. What a freeing way to work!
The captain is in charge of you and the other staff and crew aboard the ship. It's a strict place to work because it is run like the military. As a cruise line worker, you're working in a hotel like environment, just on the sea. You work to serve your guests upon the ship. Whatever they need, you are required to get for your guests so they will be happy. You work seven days a week with no days off but if you love the sea, people, and travel, then nothing else matters.
2. Peace Corps Volunteer
Estimated Yearly Salary: $5,000
The world is your career. Nothing feels better than giving back to the world you live in. You travel to where youre needed to make a difference. You may not be making six figures, but youre helping people in need. Not to mention it looks good on your resume when youre ready to pursue a career. You'll feel so good about yourself as a human being when you volunteer.
It's run by the U.S. government and as a volunteer you provide your assistance to cultures other then your own about American culture. You also learn all about other cultures outside the U.S. Your concentration is on social and economic development. You also have a college degree and volunteer abroad for two years. Of course there is three months of training before then to get use to the process. When you're a peace corps volunteer, you also work with schools, non-profit organizations, the environment, and so much more.
3. Au Pair
Estimated Yearly Salary: $18,000
Giving knowledge to young minds is your passion. You love children and want to pursue this as a job. As an Au Pair you live with the family in a different country and take care of the children through babysitting and assisting with schoolwork. Youre supplied with room and board and can immerse yourself in the culture. You become a part of a new family and make a connection that will last soon after you leave. Nothing will broaden your horizons more then being an Au Pair.
You receive an allowance for personal use outside the family's home. You don't necessarily have to be a female to get this job but most families are more comfortable with a female who is a teenager or a young adult in her twenties. As an au pair you work part time and the other part of your time is spent studying. You have many duties during this career such as waking the kids, picking them up and dropping them off at school, helping with homework, playing with the kids, and so much more. You're also have cleaning duties like doing the kids laundry, making their beds, cleaning the kid's bathroom, and cleaning the kid's rooms. Your job is to take care of the kids, not manage the household.
4. Travel Tour Guide
Estimated Yearly Salary: $24,000
You love people and talking about the culture of where you live. You spend your days showing people around amazing places and landmarks that show the history of the culture. Destinations always need happy, bubbly, tour guides to make the tour exciting and memorable to tourists. It's not an easy job because some people can be difficult, but you take it all in stride. Make sure you brush up on your history and languages. You want to dazzle those tourists with your abundant knowledge.
To be a tour guide you have to live in the area where you want to work. Your customer service skills have to be phenomenal because you're a dynamic, self-motivated individual. You're ability to speak clearly and confidently lets your tourist know that you're competent. Training is given before you go out in the field to prepare yourself for the lifestyle of a tour guide. As a travel tour guide you provide tours whether they're on foot or by transportation, provide relevant info about the area, and displays a happy and positive attitude on the trip to keep the tourist excited an on their feet. To be considered for this position you need to be the right age to work, be able to take on the physical demands of the job, work long hours, have experience with guiding and educating people, and demonstrate a passion for the job.
5. International Aid Worker
Estimated Yearly Salary: $30,000
Travel and helping people are your passions in life. Being an international aid worker allows you to do both. You travel to parts of the world where you can help people recover from life threatening situations. With this job you need to have some experience in health, agriculture, education, and social work. Wow, that sure is a lot of experience! It's not the most easiest job in the world but if you have a passion for helping people, then you're in the right line of work.
You meet the needs of communities in developing worlds. As and international aid worker you work with countries to find a solution to their current problems. You're involved with fields like education, sanitation, health, and agriculture. Urban, rural, and small businesses are also places you work in. Being a part of different sectors allows you to be fully immersed in the culture you're helping. The activities include giving out the day to day work for your team, looking over projects, fundraising, coming up with plans to solve problems, managing resources, recruiting new staff, and so much more rewarding work.
6. Athletic Recruiter
Estimated Yearly Salary: $35,000
You make sports legends. Colleges and professional sports organizations employ you. Your job is to recruit some of the best athletes in the world. No pressure! You travel from state to state to find the next success story. Youre responsible for changing a persons life in a really good way.
To be an athletic recruiter you have to be familiar with the sport you're interested in. You also have to have experience as being a sports coach and have a passion for the players on your team. Your world should revolve around sports before you even consider this career. You need an education with a degree in kinesiology as well as a degree in sport management to understand the inner workings of the business world of sports. Have an eye for talent and look for the skills that make players great. Let your players know that you believe in their talent and that you can take them all the way to the top.
7. Travel Agent
Estimated Yearly Salary: $36,000
You love the world and to help people travel the globe. It may be an archaic profession to some but for people who love to travel, this job is a perfect match. You help people with their travel plans. To get experience you travel to certain places to give your clients a realistic view of where they will be traveling. Because your competent in your field, people will not only take you seriously but use you again for their traveling needs. Business and leisure clients will thank you for your insight.
As a travel agent you provide whatever your clients need to travel through suppliers like airlines, car rentals, cruise lines, hotels, railways, and package tours. You may also work for agencies that specialize in business and commercial travel. You can be a travel agent, or you can work freelance. You're a people person who can also sell in house insurance, travel guide books, public transport timetables, etc. Being a travel agent means you must be impartial when giving traveling advice. It's also important to connect to your customer on a personal level, so you can sell the world of travel.
8. Event Coordinator
Estimated Yearly Salary: $38,000
You're organized and like to be in control of people. Large-scale events are your forte. Festivals and trade shows are events you coordinate. You meet vendors to get what you need and travel to the spot where the event is held to make sure everything is running smoothly. You make the event what it is, and your clients appreciate all the work youve put in to planning their events. Because you're competent, customers will come back to have you organize more events.
To be an event coordinator you first need an education. Obtain a bachelor's degree in hospitality or tourism management. It shows that you know what you're doing when it comes to your career. Finding an internship is the next step on your road to this career. It will help you build knowledge and experience in the field. Finally apply for jobs where you know you are more than qualified to give potential customers the best of your skills as an event coordinator.
9. Archaeologist
Estimated Yearly Salary: $47,000
Ancient cultures and their histories have always fascinated you. Who knows what youll discover in the earth as you dig up artifacts from past cultures. Traveling the world is just an added bonus to your job. You can preserve a part of history that no one else has discovered. A lot of travel is required and you have no problem with that. All you need is the earth beneath your feet.
You dig up the history of the world. As an archaeologist you use certain tools to excavate, recover, an analyze artifacts. Tools, cave paintings, building ruins, and pottery are some of the things you find. Long hours and the physical demands are no joke. To become an archaeologist and see the world you need a degree in archaeology whether it's a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree. You must also be able to write and speak clearly since you will have to present your work, and you must be able to think logically and methodically in order to persevere in this line of work.
10. Truck Driver
Estimated Yearly Salary: $48,000
You get to drive an awesome truck. What could be better than that? The open road is your job. You travel from one place to another delivering whatever is required of you by your employer. It can be lonely at times, but it's worth it to you. Of course you need to obtain a commercial drivers license but once you have that, nothing is going to stop you from hitting the open road.
You carry product from one place to another. Typically you drop goods off to manufacturing plants, retail, and distribution centers. You're also responsible for inspecting your vehicle and making sure it's safe for transport. You can be employed as a owner-operator driver, a company driver, or an independent owner-operator driver. The hours are long as drivers must keep track of your hours with a logbook, but the pay is worth the effort. The conditions can be hazardous on the road with iced roads, heavy rains and other weather conditions, and it's important to be cautious on the road because if you don't transport goods effectively on a regular basis, you could loose your job.
11. English Teacher
Estimated Yearly Salary: $49,000
English is your passion. Nothing is more satisfying than molding young minds with your knowledge of the English language. You can even travel to foreign lands teach those who want to learn English. You have to make sure youre certified before you step foot into a foreign country. Traveling is what you love, and teaching is a passion of yours. All your dreams are coming true.
As an english teacher you teach proper english typically in middle schools, highs schools, and post secondary schools. You teach grammar, reading comprehension, writing, and understanding books. You make lesson plans and implement them to the class. You also let the parents know how they're are progressing. Creating tests, teaching students the rules, and preparing standardize testing are just some of the duties as an english teacher. To be a great english teacher you must be able to speak, instruct, write, be creative, be patient, and have people skills.
12. Executive Assistant
Estimated Yearly Salary: $50,000
Its not the most exciting job serving your boss, but there is a plus side to having this job. You get to travel along side your boss and see new places. What could be better than that? You're responsible for getting your boss the necessary materials in order for him/her to do their job successfully. Once youre out of client meetings, the world is yours to explore. You can relax and enjoy the perks of your job.
As an executive assistant you would work your way to this position from the bottom in order to gain the necessary experience to do your job successfully. Because you're successful, you ensure your job is secure, which leaves you the opportunity to climb the ladder to higher up positions in the company you work for. To be great at this job you need to develop your computer skills as well as communication skills. As an assistant you need to be good at anticipating your boss's needs. You need to be able to deal with office politics and be able to handle conflict for your boss in a dignified and respectful manner. If you're organization skills are not up to par as an assistant, chaos is likely to ensue because you're boss doesn't know where to be at a particular time.
13. Retail Buyer
Estimated Yearly Salary: $50,000
Shopping has always been your first love accept for traveling of course. As a retail buyer you monitor in store inventory as well as attend vendor meetings, trade shows, and conferences across the world. It's hard work, but it is worth it. What an exciting life you led? You influence the world of retail. It's a great way to put your love of clothes and business together in one perfect career.
Being a retail buyer means you buy clothes that are sold at stores. You study the trends of consumers who buy the clothes, observe the market, and you determine the most popular styles out there. Research is a big part of this job. You need to understand what people are interested in buying today and purchase clothes that best fit the demographic. Your negotiation skills need to be great because you need to convince a wholesaler that their product will benefit them as well as yourself in your store. Keeping your clothes in stock is probably the most important part of your job because if a particular product of yours is in demand, then it benefits you to have the products available so you can make a profit.
14. Auditor
Estimated Yearly Salary: $52,000
It's the perfect job if you like to work with people. No one likes auditors, but you love it because you like to travel. Sure you may never travel to the most exotic places but you do have the time to explore your surroundings. It's not always easy because you're away from friends and family for a certain amount of time. Your job is not the most pleasant when you have to deal with difficult clients, but you can let your stress go as you explore different places. It may be weeks or more depending on where youre going, but you never have to sit behind a desk.
You're appointed by your company to audit people. To be an auditor you need to be certified by the regulatory authority of accounting and auditing. You can be a external auditor or an internal auditor. As an external auditor you work in an independent firm where you determine whether a company's financial statements are accurate and free of misstatements. As an internal auditor you are working for an organization where you're responsible for auditing. You work for government agencies, which works at improving the way your organization functions.
15. Civil Servant
Estimated Yearly Salary: $52,000
America and travel are what you love. It's a great responsibility to take on. Being a civil servant brings these two worlds together. There are plenty of job opportunities in this field and over 250 embassies, so you have the chance to travel and impact America all at the same time. You can't beat that! You're taking on America!
You work for a government agency, and your salary is paid by taxpayers. National, state, and local levels are how civil service is conducted. The president, civil engineers, teachers, mayors, and people who work for the DMV are considered civil servants. All these people contribute to the way America functions. They all move America forward in its plight to be a successful country. There's nothing like making your imprint in America.
16. Field Service Engineer
Estimated Yearly Salary: $62,000
You provide customer service to those in need of installation and repair of a product. You need to be a people person, so you know how to work effectively with your customers. Travel is a part of your profession, and you help people. It's a great benefit to the job when you know you're customers are satisfied with your work. Worldwide travel can be required based on your employment with worldwide clients. It may not be the most glamorous job, but the traveling makes up for most of it.
As a field service engineer you provide technical support for customers in need. You install and make sure their instruments are working properly. If you don't make sure your customers are satisfied, your services may no longer be required. Make sure your complete your system checks and the software is up to date. When other engineers need assistance, you are required to step in. Spread your knowledge of your career by going to conventions and trade shows for new potential engineers who are interested in pursuing this career.
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Estimated Yearly Salary: $68,000
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Make sure your passengers are comfortable and following the rules. As a flight attendant you can work for commercial airlines, corporation, or chartered flight companies. You work typically 12 to 14 hours but if you work on an international flight, expect longer hours of flight time. If you're new to this career, you can expect to be called in at any time. Also, you get 3-6 weeks of training from your employer when you're first starting out. A high school diploma is is acceptable for this job, but airlines prefer people with college degrees.
18. Consultant
Estimated Yearly Salary: $78,000
You are hired by companies to fix specific problems. Youre knowledge is specialized as you have clients all over the world who look to you for help. Its important for you to maintain positive relationships when you travel to your clients place. You want to make sure they will use you in the future if they ever need another consultation. This job is a huge responsibility. If you feel you can't handle it, then this is not the job for you.
You provide expert advice in areas like management, accountancy, law, human resources, marketing, finance, engineering, science, and many more fields. As a consultant your knowledge is limitless to those you speak to on a regular basis. You can be an internal or an external consultant. As an internal consultant you work within an organization when you consult. As an external consultant you're employed by a company where provide expertise on a temporary basis. The knowledge given by consultants is at a deeper level that people won't be able to get anywhere else.
19. Exploration Geologist
Estimated Yearly Salary: $94,000
The earth beneath your feet and around you has always been fascinating. You identify and extract natural resources that will profit companies. Travel is a must, as extraction tends to be located in locations that are less populated. You will be a way from home at months at a time, which is no problem for you because you love your job. It may require long hours in the feel and require a lot of physical demands, but you love this job. Finding the most profitable spot to extract natural resources will benefit your bank account.
You're knowledge of the earth's surface and what it has to offer when it comes to resources is what this job is all about. Oil exploration is usually what you're doing but exploring natural gas is another part of the job. Success isn't always possible but with the right exploration geologist, success may happen sooner then you think because companies are bringing in experts. An advanced degree in geology is what you need to be a part of this career. You also need years of experience in the field. It's not the most easiest job to have because it's not mainstream but through internships and obtaining a job through your college, anything is possible.
20. Wedding Photographer
Estimated Yearly Salary: $102,000
Taking photographs of the bride, groom, and their loved ones are not all you do. You create memories for the happy couple to look back on for years to come. Traveling is also a big part of what you do, especially for destination weddings. As a talented photographer you produce high quality photos for your clients that put smiles on their faces. You become inspired by the people and the environment around you. Plus you get to enjoy wherever you are when your job is done for the day.
As a wedding photographer you are specialized in this field and you take pictures of the wedding ceremony. It's not just about snapping pictures, it's about providing the highest quality of pictures to your clients. You also take pictures of inanimate objects like the cake, chapel, gown, and rings. The bride may also want pictures taken of her in the environment around her as she trashes the dress. Before you start photographing the wedding, you start by meeting with your clients, discussing the wedding, and talking about what kind of pictures they want for the wedding. As a wedding photographer you may own your own place to do your business but you can't just become a photographer overnight, you need to go to school to learn the basics and familiarize yourself with what a camera can really do to bring you success in your career.
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NASA and Google: A "Tango" Most Fruitful
Earlier today, I published the informative talk given at the March 2014 Embedded Vision Alliance Member Meeting by Larry Matthies, Supervisor of the Computer Vision Group at NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory. Matthies' presentation, "Vision-Based Navigation Applications: From Planetary Exploration to Consumer Devices," covered vision processing case studies spanning the diversity of projects he's been involved with over the years. Some of them, such as the Mars Exploration Rover and Mars Pathfinder, will likely be of no surprise to anyone already familiar with NASA's work.
Others, however, may be somewhat more unexpected. Specifically, in relation to the "Consumer Devices" portion of the presentation title, Matthies revealed that he was acting as an advisor to Google on the Project Tango 3D mapping smartphone, a project that I've previously mentioned several times. Matthies was reticent to discuss the specifics of his involvement with Google's ATAP (Advanced Technology and Projects) group at the time, but a subsequently published video (shown above) may provide additional clues.
The two companies are working together to develop the SPHERES robot, with a vision system provided by Project Tango hardware, and scheduled for initial implementation on the ISS (International Space Station) some time this summer (the video shows a high altitude aircraft "zero gravity" simulation test). Multiple articles and videos on the Alliance website discuss the benefits of depth-discerning optics in enabling robots to operate autonomously in various application use cases; specifically, as VentureBeat's coverage notes:
Google and NASA plan to integrate Tango into a robotic platform, dubbed SPHERES, which flies around the ISS to help out astronauts. Tango's 3D-sensing capabilities would allow the robots to navigate the space station autonomously, as well as map the environment in real time. While the robots will initially serve as assistants to the astronauts aboard the ISS, eventually they may be able to perform maintenance duties on their own.
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The truth is properties require loads of money to maintain. And these days, it's really not easy to fetch a good price on the sale of your property.
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According to Caribbean-tourism-development and the Oficina Nacional de Estadística, the 6,151,435 tourists who visited the DR in 2015 generated more than 6,5 billion dollars in revenue. Of that 2,7 billion dollars was spent in the Punta Cana Area alone, according to statistics from Master Card. More recently, the Dominican Republic's administration announced that it aims to increase the number of annual visitors to 10 million by the year 2023.
Just imagine how it would feel to receive two times the current rental from your property and at the same time increase its resale value by at least 30%. All this and you still get to select your tenants or buyers. And you get to decide when it suits you to rent out or sell your property. There are many buyers out there just looking for cozy, comfortable, ready-to-use properties or looking at properties that have the potential to generate an additional income stream.
It is an ongoing challenge not only to rent out a property, but to sell it timeously and for a competitive, market-related price if so desired.
Are you aware of the fact that a cleaning personnel manager should spend at least 80% of his/her time working alongside his/her employees?
And that when a property gets a negative reputation it will cost you at least 40% of your generated profits and at least six months of intense effort to restore it?
Over the last two years the booking systems market has changed dramatically, and become far more complicated. Said booking systems now accept only top quality photos and precise descriptions, and each system's management has its own idea about how best to promote your property to number one on its list. Furthermore, there are a lot of new players, cheaper rates and a mind-boggling range of possibilities available for renting out your property.
Complete Hospitality Management is a technology and personnel management solution for property owners and co-owners who are dissatisfied with the performance of their investment portfolio.
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Airbnb, which originally left its pricing to the discretion of its hosts, has more lately spent a significant amount of effort on developing a structured pricing model. This decision followed on feedback from users who were experiencing difficulties setting the right price point for their listings. The predictive pricing algorithm provides hosts with a recommended price for their listing depending on a number of factors, including room style; property type; number of reviews; guest capacity; location; seasonality; pricing of other listings; hotel and airline demand; and even temperature fluctuations at the given destination.
Ever more consumers are seeking authentic travel experiences unique to their chosen destination. Part of the appeal of the shared economy concepts has been its ability to cater to these specific desires. Given the diversity of unit locations in the particular markets that companies such as Airbnb serve, consumers are now able to enjoy a differentiated experience, for example, by staying in local neighborhoods that don't feature traditional hotel accommodations, but do offer unique amenities.
Looking ahead, both emerging and traditional hospitality platforms must adapt to changing consumer preferences; cater to various consumer segments; and engineer loyalty programs, all of which will drive future growth.
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It is certainly not easy to connect all the dots and create a system that works flawlessly. That's why so many companies in this particular sector are failing. What we have managed to achieve with the help of our extremely capable team is no mean feat. In addition, it's vastly different from the stale solutions currently available to the DR property market. Many of our predecessors tried and failed, and we are well aware of exactly why they did not make it. This business is not easy, considering how rapidly and dramatically it changes with each passing year. It requires dedicated focus; up-to-date knowledge; hands-on experience and sophisticated technology to make it work. We know how to organize your property and personnel as we've done it before. Granted, our Complete Hospitality Management solution is unique to the DR, but with our proven track record we guarantee we can produce real and positive results. What we provide is an innovative and premium booking service that will achieve excellent results, and bring you:
Average revenue per month: $5,309
Expenses, including complete hospitality management and electronic systems: $1,858.15 (30%)
Owner was not involved in operations at all Monthly profit: $3,450.80
Revenue per month: $1,500
Expenses, maintenance: $150
Monthly profit: $1,350
Investment in property: $203,585
Property price: $185,000
Additional investment in furniture and equipment before rent: $18,585
Property was sold for $270,000Owners opted for a quick sale to generate capital for retirement.
Profit: $270,000 - $185,000 - $18,585 = $66,415
Revenue per month: $1,211 The property was rented out for an average of 20 days per month at $60 per day. The owner opted to manage the bookings himself to save an additional 10% on his CHM commission
1. Initial conditions
Revenue per month: $500
Expenses: $250
Profit: $250
CHM's property management commission: $302 (25%)
Electricity: $78
Internet: $50
Miscellaneous: $26
Annual profit: $3,000 versus $9,060 (3 x increase)
Investment in property (before choosing CHM): $11,262
Complete hospitality management of your property at the cost of just 30% of your monthly revenue, offset by an
expected increase of 2x-3x in your monthly rental revenue.
If your property is in perfect condition and up to luxury standards, and you simply require automated management, including electronic systems and reputational management, it will only cost you 15% of your average monthly revenue, once again offset by a typical increase of 2-3x in said revenue.
Please note our conditions are non-negotiable. We are in the process of selecting those property owners we are willing to work with. To be considered as one of our elite partners, we will require full disclosure regarding your property, and to ensure you are compatible with our company's conditions.
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If you care about your stay and want to have unbelievable emotions for the fair price, that's what we stand for.
Look at our references. Look at our photos. We are in the hospitality business, and we really know that we have the best properties with the best services in the best area. We are unique.
If someone is just looking for the cheapest options, we don't do this. There is a lot of different places with mediocre services, dirty apartments and lack of security. We don't do this.
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We know every inch in this county and everything connected to the Dominican Republic and Hospitality management, so we can organize any kind of events and activities for you. You can totally enjoy yourself and have an unforgettable, exciting experience.
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The host who really cares about what he/she does. To find a great host in the Dominican Republic or in Punta Cana in particular it's a serious task.
Imagine yourself in the situation when your AC is not working. It's super hot. You are sweating. You calling your host and sending messages and he/she doesn't really care about what is going on.
Especially in the Dominican Republic, you should find a host who really cares. And ready to fix anything 24/7
You are going on vacation and you want to enjoy it. Now imagine the situation that you have some bed bugs. You cannot sleep. Sheets were changed three times and it doesn't help. You are scratching your body constantly. You cannot sleep properly.
Now let's imagine the situation. You rented the apartment and now you have some skin infection. You are at the hospital. You need medicine and you have no idea what is going on, and what kind of treatment you'll have but your medical bill is already over $500. You think that I am making this up? Unfortunately, this is a real story. We took out our dear guest Jim from a big international hotel, where he had food poisoning and nobody can really help him. And that's where we can go to paragraph number three – how to o Be like local.
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It happens to be true that if you have a local knowledge you are in big advantage. All local hustlers are trying to cheat you. Nobody likes to be cheated even if we talking about two dollars.
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Sports Communication
- LAST REVIEWED: 26 May 2016
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- DOI: 10.1093/obo/9780199756841-0073
- LAST REVIEWED: 26 May 2016
- LAST MODIFIED: 24 April 2012
- DOI: 10.1093/obo/9780199756841-0073
Amateur and professional sports play a significant role in society and popular culture, and scholars have increasingly used sports as a backdrop for studying both human and mass communication processes. Studies in sports communication have addressed subjects such as audience reactions to mediated sporting contests; communication between coaches and athletes; media portrayals of athletes based on considerations such as gender, race, and nationality; and the professional routines of sports media practitioners. Methodologically, researchers have used both quantitative and qualitative approaches and have also approached scholarship through frameworks in critical and cultural studies. Although much of the scholarly literature in sports communication appears in peer-reviewed journals, researchers will find certain texts referenced in this article especially useful for surveying the field.
Introductory Works
In sports communication a series of texts provides valuable information for scholarly research. In these volumes authors discuss topics such as the history of sports coverage, media production processes, media constructions of high-profile athletes, and sports media audiences. Articles in these texts cite the most important studies in their respective areas and thus offer an excellent starting point for scholarship. Perhaps the broadest resource among these volumes is the handbook Raney and Bryant 2006. Wenner 1989 contains chapters from scholars who pioneered research in sports media. Hundley and Billings 2009 and Wenner 1998 address media constructions of athletes based on considerations such as gender, race, and nationality. Bernstein and Blain 2002 uses a case-analysis approach in studying media portrayals; Brown and O'Rourke 2003 approaches media constructions through rhetorical analyses; Hugenberg, et al. 2008 explores fan cultures; and Rowe 2004 visits the political economy of sports media. In addition to edited texts, Kassing, et al. 2004 offers a comprehensive review of the literature. The chapter is an excellent resource for identifying different topics and approaches to research in sports communication.
Bernstein, Alina, and Neil Blain, eds. 2002. Sport, media, culture: Global and local dimensions. London: Frank Cass.
This book discusses issues such as the Olympics as a global media event, Muhammad Ali and the politics of cultural identity, media characterizations of the soccer great Stanley Matthews following his death, press portrayals of German soccer, and coverage of the Women's National Basketball Association.
Brown, Robert S., and Daniel J. O'Rourke III, eds. 2003. Case studies in sport communication. Westport, CT: Praeger.
This text contains a series of rhetorical analyses by sports scholars. Topics include the resurgence of Pete Rose, press coverage of professional basketball and tennis, constructions of disability in sports, moral controversies associated with ultimate fighting, coaches' characterizations of winning and losing efforts, risk in whitewater sports, and soccer violence.
Hugenberg, Lawrence W., Paul M. Haridakis, and Adam C. Earnheardt, eds. 2008. Sports mania: Essays on fandom and the media in the 21st century. Jefferson, NC: McFarland.
This text examines differing aspects of fan culture, exploring psychological motivations, issues in identity, and the role of mass media in sports spectatorship. Researchers interested in audience studies will find this volume especially helpful.
Hundley, Heather L., and Andrew C. Billings, eds. 2009. Examining identity in sports media. London: SAGE.
This volume focuses on the role of mass media in constructing sport-related identities based on factors such as sexuality, gender, nationalism, disability, race, and ethnicity. Chapter authors use both quantitative and qualitative methods and also situate topics within critical and cultural frameworks.
Kassing, Jeffrey W., Andrew C. Billings, Robert S. Brown, et al. 2004. Communication in the community of sport: The process of enacting, (re)producing, consuming, and organizing sport. In Communication Yearbook. Vol. 28. Edited by Pamela J. Kalbfleisch, 357–392. Mahwah, NJ: Erlbaum.
This chapter offers a comprehensive examination of the depth and breadth of sports research in communication and also identifies worthwhile areas for future investigations.
Raney, Arthur A., and Jennings Bryant, eds. 2006. Handbook of sports and media. Mahwah, NJ: Erlbaum.
This text contains over thirty chapters addressing subjects such as the business of sports media, sports media audiences, and critical perspectives on how the mass media cover sports. This is a very good resource for those undertaking initial research projects in sports communication.
Rowe, David, ed. 2004. Sport, culture, and the media. Maidenhead, UK: Open Univ. Press.
Rowe addresses sports journalism and the political economy of sports media. He also discusses sports commentating as well as still and moving images in mediated sport.
Wenner, Lawrence A., ed. 1989. Media, sports, and society. London: SAGE.
An important volume containing sections on the history of sports coverage, media production processes, the content of mediated sport, and sports audiences. Chapters were written by some of the pioneers in sports-media studies.
Wenner, Lawrence A., ed. 1998. MediaSport. London: Routledge.
This volume contains chapters on sports marketing as well as media constructions of athletes based on gender, race, and nationality. The book also contains materials on media audiences and, like other volumes, offers an extensive list of references.
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Our Shared Promise to the Future of Canada through the TRC's Calls to Action
April 9th, 2018 | Sandra Sutter
All of those working within and peripheral to the Aboriginal/Indigenous/Industry/Government Relations sectors can be viewed as inhabiting this country, commonly called Canada; whether they are of Indigenous, settler, or newcomer backgrounds. Collectively, we all share a common identity, whether as Canadians or the First Peoples of Turtle Island, we have a responsibility to educate ourselves … Continue reading Our Shared Promise to the Future of Canada through the TRC's Calls to Action
A Wise Practice about the use of the word 'Race'
March 23rd, 2018 | Sandra Sutter
One of my mentors shared with me recently, how the use of the word 'Race' is socially constructed, and continues colonialist practices. Here is what was shared with me, and how I was kindly and gently reminded that we have so much to learn and share, and it is our honour and pleasure to do … Continue reading A Wise Practice about the use of the word 'Race'
The Circle: An Everlasting Relationship
March 1st, 2018 | Sandra Sutter
The Circle for Aboriginal Relations was established in 2004 after a clear gap was identified regarding the fostering and eventual flourishing of relationships between those invested in Aboriginal Relations, whether they be from communities, industry or governmental entities. CFAR is a safe space to learn, network, understand and grow as a professional system within the … Continue reading The Circle: An Everlasting Relationship
CFAR's NEW Monthly BLOG Series – Wise Practices in Indigenous Relations
March 1st, 2018 | Sandra Sutter
Thank you to our Volunteer Extraordinaire – Holly Atjecoutay – for joining our Team as our Monthly Blogger!!
Networking and AGM Event Speaker Announcement
December 5th, 2017 | Sandra Sutter
Come to our Event on December 7th and learn about the exciting Suncor East Tank Farm Partnership! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/13th-annual-networking-event-agm-tickets-40775088387
The December 7th Networking Event and AGM is fast approaching! Yay!!
November 27th, 2017 | Sandra Sutter
Join us for our Annual Seasonal Networking Event and AGM. This year we will be at the Carriage House Inn, and we hope to see you there! To register click here.
CFAR's networking breakfast events are this week! Edmonton and Calgary November 23rd
November 19th, 2017 | Sandra Sutter
Have you registered yet? Coming up fast! Coming up fast – CFAR's first concurrent events (Edmonton & Calgary)! To attend in Edmonton –https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cfar-edmonton-breakfast-busine… To attend in Calgary https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cfar-calgary-breakfast-busines…
Meet our Treasurer, Tim Heins, and his lovely wife Lucie!
November 19th, 2017 | Sandra Sutter
The following Link is an exciting look at how our Treasurer and long time Board Member, and former Vice President Tim Heins and his wife Lucie are enjoying life in their new sustainable lifestyle country home!https://aspenacreschronicles.wordpress.com/
Related and Community Events
November 12th, 2017 | Sandra Sutter
The Conference Board of Canada is hosting, at the Grey Eagle in Calgary, a Conference focusing on how one of Canada's most diverse assets – Indigenous Youth – can assist in building a stronger, more collaborative and equitable natural resources sector in Canada. Click here for more information and here for the draft Conference Agenda. … Continue reading Related and Community Events
ICIR and ICE – Next course!
November 12th, 2017 | Sandra Sutter
ICIR/ICE The next course in the Indigenous Community Industry Relations Certificate program (ICIR), delivered by the University of Alberta's Faculty of Extension, takes place Dec 5-8 (Indigenous Laws, Lands and Current Industry Relations), and the Jan 11-14 module (Community and Economic Development) is coming up quickly. Click here for more information on this award winning … Continue reading ICIR and ICE – Next course!


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The Android Market has been getting bigger and bigger, and apparently growing at an astonishing rate. According to Android Community, at the announcement of the G2, Google VP of Engineering, Andy Rubin, stated that now applications are numbered to be 80,000+. This is a staggering amount, considering that just two short months ago, we were looking at about 10,000 apps.
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Twitter and Microsoft Open Source Heroes
Some time ago (over a year!) I checked out TwitterEarth. Scared by the experience I thought "I haven't got time for this rubbish". Then my good friend and colleague Roger Lawrence started writing entries from his mobile when I caught up with him - with confidence he said his "Followers" were reading the content.
What's all this nonsense? Well essentially I think of Twitter as MicroBlogging and as such it provides short (sms like), time specific information about what a person is doing ( the GPS location would be of benefit).
This only came to the front of mind at the recent Wave Launch in Australia "Heroes Happen Here 2008". Incidentally if you ever thought you wouldn't see Open Source on a Microsoft site check this out.
During the fun packed day some plasma screens in the lobby had twitter messages appearing about what was happening. It created a buzz about the event and a sense of urgency about missing out on something new.
Putting this in a business context is hard. Perhaps however for a group of individuals, say insurance agents, to measure the impact of various events during the day - each agent sharing data without the need to phone/consult or wait for information to be received. Twitter could help in reconstructing the events and making critical decisions from multiple people.
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'Rise of the Appliances' is a comedy/sci-fi feature film which I have written and am attached to direct.
Machines rise up and take over the world but instead of being cool cyborgs they are household domestic gadgets like Brevilles and Dysons. Our heroes are a family from a council estate in South Wales who only survived because they had all their stuff repossessed the night before. Somehow, they must band together in order to save themselves and the world.
Rise of the Appliances is a comic satire on the rampant consumerism that led to the worldwide financial collapse. We all bought tons of stuff we didn't need - and instead of connecting with each other - we connected with our iphones, ipads and Playstations instead. Machines were killing us for years - now they're going to finish the job.
Our hero Daz Thomas - lax father and insurance fraudster from Newport in South Wales, has to learn responsiblity and self sacrifice if he is to save his family and the world. All while being attacked by a Babyliss Foot Massager and a Nintendo Nunchuck.
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These events are limited to the first 48 people that sign up and we will have a maximum of 12 participants per coach, so everyone will get personal attention.
These events are only for Perform Better Summit Attendees. YOU MUST BE REGISTERED WITH THEM AND SHOW PROOF OF REGISTRATION.
We are very excited to be brining the Certified Functional Strength Coach Level-1 certification events to each of the Perform Better Summits this summer. As the CFSC nears it's 2nd anniversary we have certified over 2,000 coaches across the world from the United States to the United Kingdom, to Germany, all the way to Japan.
The CFSC was developed to be the new Gold Standard of the fitness industry by requiring all coaches to pass a practical examination. By doing this we assure that each coach is a great mover, capable of demoing, giving clear and concise coaching cues, and understanding the MBSC Systemized approach to coaching and programming.
The Certified Functional Strength Coach Certification was constructed around the world renowned Mike Boyle Strength and Conditioning Programming System. In Level-1 participants will learn the foundation of the system as it is implemented with our general population clients and groups. We break everything down in a small group setting with a maximum of 14 participants for each coach. This allows each attendee to get individualized attention and feedback.
Before the event you will be given access to an online database of lectures, movement videos, our Level-1 manual, and Advances in Functional Training eBook. Based off of that content you will take a 50-question multiple-choice exam to assure you have a solid understanding of our methodologies and the MBSC System.
During the practical event you will have the MBSC program broken down bit by bit from the warm up to strength training and everything in-between such as our FMS Corrective Circuit, Medball Progressions and Plyometrics. At the end of the event you will be tested on your ability to properly demo, give clear and concise coaching cues, and provide a progression or regression of the movement if asked.
They will be held on the Thursday before the start of the Summit as part of the pre conference. We first head to Orlando for our event on June 2, then proceed to Chicago on June 23, Providence on July 14, and finish in Long Beach on August 11th. Time is running out to register, if you are interested in attending we recommend registering soon. You must be registered for the Perform Better Summit as well to attend this event.
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It's Official! Kim Kardashian And Kanye West Are Having Another Baby
By Adam Pliskin
Big news, people of the Internet: Kim and Kanye are expecting their second child. Little North West is officially going to have a younger sibling.
Kim broke the exciting news on the midseason finale of her reality show, "Keeping Up with the Kardashians."
On the show, Kim said,
I just got the blood test back, and I am pregnant!
It's been almost two years since North was born, and Kim and Kanye have not been particularly secretive about their attempts to have a second kid.
Thankfully, these attempts have finally been fruitful.
There is no word yet on the gender or the due date of Kim and Kanye's second child.
Citations: Kim Kardashian and Kanye West are expecting their second child (Mashable)