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Rita Clifton
Former Strategy Director, Saatchi & Saatchi
Speaker Themes
How to build a world class brand
The financial value of branding
Branding for the boardroom
Building your personal brand
Branding in the digital age
Branding for survival
Britain, branding and the world
Brand-based innovation
Branding for SMEs and entrepreneurs
Branding for the not-for-profit sector
Women and leadership
Being a non-executive director
The value of sustainability
Communicating sustainability
Rita Clifton CBE has been called 'The doyenne of branding' by Campaign magazine, 'Brand guru' by the Financial Times, and the Daily Telegraph described her as 'The Brand Leading the Brands'. She is one of the world's leading experts on brands and branding, and currently works as a speaker, facilitator, writer, business leader and portfolio director.
Rita has collaborated with many of the world's leading companies on their brand strategy, as well as start-ups and ambitious businesses in just about every sector.
She was Vice Chairman and Strategy Director at Saatchi & Saatchi in its most successful period, and over fifteen years was London CEO and then Chairman at Interbrand, the world's leading brand consultancy. She now has a portfolio of directorships, including as Chair of BrandCap, the brand consultancy for the boardroom.
Rita is in demand as a speaker all over the world, both as a brand practitioner and business leader.
She examines themes such as how and why brands are the most important assets any organisation has, in any sector, and why branding needs to be the central organising principle for any organisation to generate sustainable value. She also speaks on subjects as diverse as innovation, personal branding, branding in the digital age, communicating sustainability, and women on boards – as well as how to become one of the world's most valuable brands.


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In a recent article by the New York Times, the use of activity trackers for marathon training was discussed, with the author ultimately concluding it wasn't for them. While some interesting points were brought up, such as the importance of focusing on how you're feeling, recovering, and eating, instead of relying on a tracker are valid, there was much left out of the discussion that is worth considering.
First, data should provide evidence to back up decision making, and shouldn't be used primarily to make training based decisions. However, using the data alongside other metrics such as diet and recovery may provide valuable feedback regarding how well each of those components are supporting your training. For example, if you alter your diet, and find after several weeks that the data regarding your speed is negatively trending, this may be a good indicator that the new diet isn't supporting your performance goals. Likewise, comparing recovery strategies to similar performance and physiological metrics such as heart rate variability, sleep, etc, may also help you to better assess if the strategies you are using are working well.
Finally, unless you are someone who prefers using technology, there are a number of training load, injury, and recovery metrics which can be quantified without a movement tracking device such as session-rate of perceived exertion and self-reporting wellness/recovery and injury questionnaires.
As with any technology, do a bit of research prior to purchase to make sure that the company and device you select actually provides valid, reliable and relevant metrics in line with your needs.
Kaitlyn Weiss, TDAE's Sport Science and Research Coordinator is at the cutting edge of using sport science to drive performance gains.
She graduated from the Auckland University of Technology in New Zealand with a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Sport Science and Biomechanics in 2017. Graduated with Honors from Ball State University with a Master of Science in Exercise Science with a focus in Biomechanics in 2013. Graduated from the University of Southern California with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology in 2009. Current member of NSCA, SPRINZ, SKIPP, ISBS, and ISB. Holds the following certifications: NSCA CSCS, NASM PES, USAW Level 1, FMS, Precision Nutrition Level 1, and Balanced Body University Pilates Instructor.
Follow her on Instagram @kaitweissphd

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Social Media in 2018: Top 5 Trend Predictions/
The new year has started with a big social media bang. With a massive announcement from Facebook and Instagram stories ramping up daily, it's clear 2018 will be anything but boring for marketers.
So, what does this all mean for you, and what does 2018 have in store for your business when it comes to social media? To get the most of your marketing efforts, it's crucial to take advantage of the rising trends and features—if and when it makes sense for your audience.
Buffer's The Science of Social Media 2018 podcast recently revealed five of the top trends that social media marketers should utilize this year—read on to learn what they are and our take on how you should apply them to your business.
5. Rise of Gen Z Buying Power
Gen Zers (those born after 1998), hold increased buying power as they are now entering college, and soon, the workforce. According to Goldman Sachs "What If I Told You," Gen Z is now considered more valuable than Millenials (whatever). This group is the first generation to have had the internet from birth—and they've been using it as pros practically ever since.
"Students – mostly GenZ – are spending about 11 hours per day in front of up to five different screens so it should be of no surprise that they are not married to just one platform," said Michael Cherenson, SCG's executive vice president for public relations. If you're trying to reach these guys, he recommends for marketers to remain "agnostic when it comes to platform."
TAKEAWAY: Connect with Gen Z where they are - messaging apps, Instagram stories, Snapchat, Tumblr—and sometimes Twitter— are all places this group likes to hang.
DID YOU KNOW? Gen Z uses closed messaging apps more than any other generation.
Messaging apps such as House Party and GroupMe require you to be friends with those you're interacting with (no strangers allowed). Utilize message apps for customer service instead of brand awareness, which leads us to our next social media trend for 2018: Chatbots.
4. Brand Participation in Messaging and Chatbot Platforms
If you haven't heard of them yet, a chatbot is a program that automates tasks such as sales, reviews, by chatting to a user in a conversational setting on a variety of platforms. Chatbots are valuable in situations that require immediate responses - such as DM's. They can be programmed to respond to customer inquiries via if-then statements.
For example, Sephora's Facebook page is a perfect example of utilizing chatbots to engage with your customers.
TAKEAWAY: To get started using chatbots, check out these chatbot templates. With 2.5 billion people use messaging platforms globally, more people are using messaging apps than social media—woah.
3. Continued Investment in Influencer Marketing
In case you still aren't sure whether or not to include Influencer Marketing in your business this year, these stats from the podcast absolutely blew us away!
40% of people have purchased an item after seen online
Influencer marketing delivers 11 x's higher ROI than traditional marketing
Over 90% of marketers that use Influencer Marketing find it successful
Another impressive stat that we found is that 70% of Millennials prefer product endorsement by non-celebrity influencers, according to Collective Bias. Influencer marketing is a way to connect with an audience, like Millenials, that are blind and deaf to traditional marketing strategies. In essence, Influencers are in the "trenches" where marketers could not previously reach.
Focus on engagement rather than follower count. According to Later's State of Instagram Marketing 2018, "81% of businesses report that post engagement is the best measure of Instagram marketing success." An influencer with a high engagement rate reflects content that resonates with their followers.
TAKEAWAY: When starting to use Influencer Marketing in your strategy, do your research. Before beginning a relationship with an influencer, make sure their audience aligns with your target audience. Consider testing their services before beginning a long-term contract - your relationship should be symbiotic.
2. Ephemeral Content on Instagram Stories
As of November 2017, over 300 million people are using Instagram Stories which is close to twice as many people that are using Snapchat (!!!!). With Stories' current rate of growth, nearly half of all Instagram users will be using it in 2018. "Ephemeral content," or in-the-moment content, still plays a major role in Stories, however, a big update at the end of 2017 with Instagram Stories Highlights is yet again creating more opportunities for how to strategize content.
Instagram gives algorithmic preference for accounts that utilize Instagram Stories and keeps yours in front of your followers. Although Instagram Stories is deemed as a copycat from Snapchat Stories, there are major differences that allow stories to be more business-friendly. Similar to your Instagram posts, you have the ability to use hashtags and location tags on your stories.
Stories are a fantastic way to diversify your content. Instagram offers great features within their platform to get creative with your Stories. You can play around with stickers, text, writing, hashtags and so much more! Another great feature of Stories is that you can repurpose high performing content to your grid.
TAKEAWAY: Stories offers the opportunity for your business to create a humanized marketing approach via Instagram. Show your followers a behind the scene look at your company—give them sneak peeks or promote an upcoming event! Because Stories are ephemeral, it is a great chance to have fun with your content. If your business is not already using Stories, you should be.
1. Video is Queen
No big surprise here—almost every platform has continued to up the value, importance and opportunities for video on their platforms. The growth of video can be seen in marketing budgets and platforms. Beginning with Snapchat stories, Facebook and Instagram soon followed suit with stories and live video.
Video gives you the opportunity to share a more authentic experience with your audience. Behind the scene footage is a great way to connect with your followers and show them a more human side of your business.
Some statistics we found exciting on video:
Video generate 1200% more shares than text and images combined
Viewers retain 95% more information via video than text and image content
According to YouTube, mobile video consumption grows by 100% every year.
64% of customers are more likely to buy a product online after watching a video about it.
Your business needs a video marketing strategy and with the rise of video marketing, creating beautiful videos is now easier than ever. Applications such as PocketVideo and InShot allow you to create beautiful content seamlessly to post to your website and social pages.
TAKEAWAY: Create video content and upload it NATIVELY to the platforms themselves. Instagram has a :60 limit, stories have a :15 limit, while Facebook can handle much longer videos. Instagram Stories is a great place to start! You can share high performing content to your gallery or to your highlights where it can live on your page indefinitely. Also, try going live on Facebook for a big boost AFTER the fact. Videos that were once live continue to gain views over time.
What trends are you most excited for in 2018? We can't wait to see what the year has in store!


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|Hi everyone.
|Welcome to The Ultimate German Pronunciation Guide.
|In this lesson, you'll learn 5 German consonants.
|pf, ʁ, ʀ, r, ts
|These consonant sounds do not appear in English, so they'll be trickier than the last lot.
|Be sure to practice them because these are the unique sounds that learners often get wrong!
|Are you ready?
|Then let's get started!
|The first consonant is...
|Pfahl (pole)
|Apfel (apple)
|Pferd (horse)
|"(voiceless labiodental fricative) This is quite a rare sound that doesn't appear in many languages. It is essentially a P and an F sound combined.
|One way to produce this sound, is to say the English word 'cupfull'.
|Pay attention to the way the bottom lip and teeth meet and seperate when producing this sound."
|pf, pf (slowly)
|pf, pf (slowly)
|The next consonant is...
|Rost (rust)
|Rast (break)
|Rennauto (racing car)
|"(voiced uvular fricative) Do you know that fleshy part that hangs down from the roof of your mouth? It's called the uvular.
|Narrow that section with the back part of your tongue until you start making a sound.
|It sounds a bit like the noise you make when you're gargling.
|This sound is voiced, meaning you should feel vibrations coming from your throat."
|ʁ, ʁ (slowly)
|ʁ, ʁ (slowly)
|The next consonant is...
|Rübe (carrot)
|Ruhrgebiet (Ruhr area)
|Reifen (tire)
|"(voiced uvular trill) This consonant also utilises the uvular.
|Lightly contact it with the back part of your tongue and try to direct just enough air through it so that the opening opens and closes rapidly.
|This kind of articulation is called a trill.
|This sound is also voiced, so you should feel vibrations coming from your throat."
|ʀ, ʀ (slowly)
|ʀ, ʀ (slowly)
|The next consonant is...
|Schmarrn (nonsense)
|Grüße (greetings)
|Start (start)
|(voiced alveolar trill) This is also known as a rolled R, or rolling your R's. Lightly contact the gums directly behind your top teeth with the tip of your tongue and try to direct just enough air through it so that the opening opens and closes rapidly -- as if fluttering or vibrating. It almost sounds like a rapid "D" sound.
|One useful trick, is to repeat the words "butter" or "ladder" really *really* quickly. Eventually, you'll produce the rolled R sound.
|Yet another trick, is to think of olden day movies. Do you remember how Dracula first introduced himself? Like DO-RA-CU-LA. Try to say it like this multiple times. You want to focus on the D and R sound in the word "dracula". This *very* quick transitioning from the D to the R can sometimes allow you to prononuce the rolled R sound.
|Okay, let's break this sound down.
|r, r (slowly)
|r, r (slowly)
|The final consonant for this lesson is...
|Zahl (number)
|Zweck (purpose)
|Zorn (anger)
|"(voiceless alveolar sibilant affricate) This consonant sound is like a combination of a T and an S sound.
|It starts off as a t sound, but ends with an s sound.
|Here's a great tip. You can produce this sound by saying the word 'cats', so one trick is to bounce off of the ending when trying to pronounce this consonant sound."
|ts, ts (slowly)
|ts, ts (slowly)
|Well done! You just learned 5 German consonants.
|pf, ʁ, ʀ, r, ts
|These consonant sounds do not appear in English, so be sure to practice them!
|In the next lesson, you'll learn 3 more consonant sounds that are not in the English language.
|How difficult were they to learn? Please comment and share your thoughts.
|See you in the next Ultimate German Pronunciation Guide lesson!
Let us know if you have any questions.
Hi RubyGirl,
I agree. Besides the "ch" probably
one of the biggest challenges when learning German.
Good luck!😉
Thank you for posting.
If you have any questions, please let us know.
Kind regards,
Team GermanPod101.com
WOW those r's :(
Hi Alberto,
As for the difference between "ʁ" "R" or "r", I couldn't possibly
explain this better than the two ladies in the video already did.
If you really want to study beyond the video and get these sounds
perfectly right in German, I suggest you set yourself up with a native German in
a language exchange. There is only so much you can learn in theory. After that
it comes down to practice.
Thank you.
Hi Alberto,
If you have any further questions, please let us know.
Kind regards,
Team GermanPod101.com
Hallo! Alberto here. I have a question. When does the r sounds "R"? And whe "ʁ" or "r"?
Viel danke :).
Hello Carl,
Thank you for commenting. It takes a bit of practice to master the correct pronunciation.
Just let us know if we can help you somehow.
Team GermanPod101.com
Good Evening,
Wow, all three of the R sounds were difficult..I noticed I wasn't the only one..I'll take any and all suggestions.
Thank You
Hi Justin,
Thank you for posting.
Have you tried repeating DO-RA-CU-LA many times? : )
If you are a Premium Member, you should try the Voice Recorder feature.
The voice recorder allows you to record your voice and compare it to that of a native speaker so that you can double check. You can activate it by clicking on the microphone icon next to each word in the Vocabulary section.
I hope this helps!
Team GermanPod101.com
I cannot roll my r's no matter how I try ?. Is there a good way to practice this? I think I may be doing it wrong. I try to do the same position with the tounge the same way as the person did, but I still cannot make a rolling r sound. I also try doing the r with the throat, but when I do it my throat feels dry and scratchy after. Am I doing it right?
@Zoran: Schmarrn, you clearly pronounce it like a "r"-sound, also all other three words which are presented under the "r"-category.
Team Germanpod
In the vocabulary section Schmarrn is pronounced with "ʁ" consonant but in the video lesson that word is pronounced with "r" consonant.
Which one is the correct one, maybe both for that word?
p.s. After careful listening it seems like all 3 words that are in "r" consonant category sound more like they have "ʁ" consonants.
For me "r" consonant sound is very clear, I can reproduce it but why are the words in that category (Schmarrn, Grusse, Start ) pronounced with "ʁ" sound?


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In production since October, Linus Sandgren's all-star team completed principal photography on the upcoming Neil Armstrong biopic First Man. Once again, Sandgren is teaming up with his La La Land (2016) partner, director Damien Chazelle. La La Land garnered each an Academy Award for their respective roles.
First Man was shot on a mix of 2-perf 35mm and S16mm film, and employed a wide variety of glass including the Camtec-exclusive Vintage Series Ultra Primes.
Sandgren is a long time friend and client of Camtec, having previously worked with us on a number of films including Joy (2015), American Hustle (2013), and most recently Battle of the Sexes (2017). As with all of the projects he brings through Camtec, we are anticipating nothing but great things. Keep a look out for First Man in the fall of 2018!


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Art it Up! is a weekly feature hosted by Tabitha @ Not Yet Read. It is dedicated to showcasing our Art. It could be inspired by a book or some other entertainment media or even just whatever artistic thing you've done that week. Break out those dusty art supplies!
Want to participate? See the Art it Up! main page
This week's art
I made this adorable Little Red Riding Hood amigurumi toy that I am so proud of since I designed it myself. I plan to make a wolf too. Though this little girl has already been sold (I was amazed that three different people wanted to buy her so I'll have to make a few more eventually) Honestly I get bored if I make the same exact doll over and over again lol so it will be a few dolls before I make another and I'll likely make one with blonde hair and another with brown. The wolf will probably happen first.
You can see lots more of my daily doodles over on my instagram! Remember if you decide to participate via Twitter or Instagram please use #ArtitUp so we can all checkout your doodles!
What I'm doing right now
Since this post is late in going up you get to know what I started working on yesterday. I decided I'm going to try to keep my instagram pictures to mostly finished pictures and I'll have a section here in the weekly Art it Up! for my works in progress shots.
Have you noticed I have craft attention deficit? I'm always wanting to try new things. Or go back and forth between things I've already done (though drawing and toymaking are my favorites).
I decided to try making a picture out of craft felt so here is the beginnings of a KIKI'S DELIVERY SERVICE fanart out of felt.
I am ALMOST done with this doll in a TOTORO costume. I designed it myself so I've had to rework the ears and leaf a few times to my satisfaction. I saw another lady who had made a similar one and since I'm the biggest Studio Ghibli fan I of course had to give it a try. I'll have to make a version 2 as while I like this one so far I think I can still make improvements. All that's left is sewing the belly embroidery, the nose embroidery, giving it some hair and sewing down the eyes and ears. I am also working on a dust sprite scarf for it – if that doesn't work out I'll make a different scarf.
I will definitely be doing a little girl and her red umbrella to match! and a little white and blue totoro.
This Week's Crafty AGGRAVATION!
I have a free day away from the kids today (omg has hell frozen over right?) and I'm just sort of at a loss for starting or completing any of my projects. I guess the downside of having too many things going at once is that you can get overwhelmed by them! Oh the aggravation though? Not having the materials immediately on hand that you need which necessitates another trip to the supply store which then eats up valuable amounts of my child free time! Grrrr – and people wonder why I hoard supplies. For moments like these (that and I just have an addiction)
Feel free to link up in the comments!
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Open Hours: Mon-Fri Noon-3:00PM and 6:00PM-11:00PM; Sat Noon-11:00PM
Address: 11 Greek Street
Website: www.bibimbapsoho.co.uk
Phone Number: 20 7287 3434
Tube: Leicester Square station
Arrived at the scene completely famished as we had walked a looooong distance to Dishoom just to be told the wait for dinner would take up to two hours. Decided to scrap that idea and hit up Bi Bim Bap instead because you can't go wrong with Korean food, right?
We both ordered their Dol Sot.
Rice with julienned cucumber, daikon, bean sprouts, spinach, carrots, mooli and a fried egg. This is a relatively easy dish to make, but they are quite slow in serving their food, not to mention their portions are unsatisfyingly small. The rice didn't stick to the bottom of the pot so it lacked crispiness and the veggies were meh.
I'm not that picky when it comes to Korean cuisine, but I still hold a certain standard. Not sure what all the hype was about with this place because we both agreed that there must be better Korean restaurants out there…so the exploring continues!


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It's Labor Day weekend, and you know what that means: A Taste of Colorado, the annual eating orgy that's also a tasty opportunity for people-watching, will fill Civic Center Park today through Monday, September 5. For complete info, go to www.atasteofcolorado.com.
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BAGHDAD: Security contractors opened fire in western Baghdad on Sunday, killing at least nine civilians and wounding 18, Iraqi police said. The U.S. Embassy said contractors working for the State Department were involved in an incident but provided no further details.
The shootings happened about 12:30 on Nisoor Square in the predominantly Sunni neighborhood of Mansour, a police officer said, speaking on condition of anonymity because he wasn't authorized to release the information.
The security contractors were in a convoy of six SUVs and left the scene after the shooting. The policeman said he did not have more details, but a witness said the shooting erupted after an explosion.
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At a time when the elements of Ubuntu and communal love have been torn apart by greed, self serving interests and taken over by vanity, they are still people who never tire to do good and are always reaching out to help those in need.
The long, cold and sleepless nights endured by some cancer patients from outside Harare who travel to Parirenyatwa Group of Hospitals for radiotherapy treatment are now over as a local organisation has bought a house in Mabvuku to offer temporary shelter to the patients.
One author once wrote: 'The purpose of life is not to be happy. It is to be useful, to be honourable, to be compassionate, to have them makes some difference that you have lived and lived well.'
In Zimbabwe, radiotherapy services are available at only two public health institutions; Parirenyatwa in Harare and Mpilo in Bulawayo.
While some private clinics also offer these services in some few cities, the majority of Zimbabweans cannot afford the costs and therefore the bulk of cancer patients from outside Harare and Bulawayo have to travel long distances to access treatment.
It had become the norm that patients from outside Harare would camp at the radiotherapy centre at Parirenyatwa where they would sleep on the hospital's benches during the night as they await the next session the following day.
After the sessions, they would sleep on the lawn outside the radiotherapy department, waiting for nightfall.
But every cloud has a silver lining.
Some of the patients are now being accommodated overnight at a house in Mabvuku which was bought by a local charity organisation called: 'For We Care Foundation.
Mr David Kaitano used his personal savings to buy a house in Mabvuku to accommodate the patients and his kindness exemplifies a philanthropic spirit of selflessness.
Mr Kaitano has also sought the services of two nurse aides and two general workers who are helping out at the house on a voluntary basis.
Besides accommodation, his foundation is also providing food and transport to the hospital.
Cancer patients have been appealing to government to decentralise treatment centres for years.
Radiotherapy costs between $3000 and $4000 for an entire course, while chemotherapy sessions cost between $100 and $1000 per cycle, depending on the stage of the cancer.


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Alone With You Out Now On Steam/ Stephen Crane
The sci-fi romantic adventure game Alone With You from Benjamin Rivers is out now on Steam. The originally PlayStation 4, and PlayStation Vita game is currently enjoying a 15% discount on Steam which you can check out right here.
I enjoy Alone With You when it came out last year, you can check out the video review below:


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Will you go it alone like Rambo or work with your friends to ensure victory for you all?
An adrenaline filled game of both stealth & strategy. Get geared up with your body armour and paintballs, ready to splatter the opposition and dodge the paintballs as they come hurling towards you.
Open to brothers aged 12+ only (under-16s will need to complete a parental consent form)
Cost: £20pp (incl. 200 paintballs, body armour & lunch)


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Thank Catholic Schools For Faith In Every single Student
Residence-schooling is a great accomplishment. Envision for a moment that you personal a big house. This home has numerous regions, sectors, positions, and responsibilities. You own this home primarily since you live in it. You contribute a portion of what you earn to the residence as does other folks who reside in this home and personal it under the exact same arrangement. Given that you are too busy living in your house, you and the other residences elect an person who's duty is to govern your residence and to appoint those capable of taking care of such matters as security, finances, diplomacy with your surrounding houses, and even delivering education to the kids that live in your residence.
Does Acellus have a special library for students? Yes, the library can be visited beneath the student's finding out profile, when the student logs in. Virtually 300 titles are included, in addition to well-known titles such as The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes and Black Beauty.
This school has a house like atmosphere that assists the students to simply blend in the college atmosphere. It is situated in a lush green locality that makes the college area pollution totally free. Nanki Public School has offered ideal attainable school associated amenities to the students so that they could get a comfortable learning expertise. The school has spacious and nicely furnished classrooms that have suitable sitting arrangement. This college aims at generating the planet class leaders of tomorrow who could take rational and just decisions for the betterment and prosperity of the country and society.
When the "Education" section of a capsule biography in Who's Who or equivalent British reference works says "privately", this refers to the person possessing been educated by personal tutors rather than at a school. The term "public school" in American English and in Scotland, exactly where a state-funded education system began roughly 300 years prior to England's, indicates anything really different: one particular administered by the local government to serve the youngsters of that region.
Public Schools offer you extremely restricted scope of education and the youngster will have to understand whatever is included in the curriculum. There is no opportunity to diversity into places that actually interest them. There are very restricted options offered, if presented in these public schools.


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La Brea Bakery "Breaking Bread" Launch Party/
La Brea Bakery is coming to a place near you, in their new FOOD TRUCK! In the launch of their "Breaking Bread" Tour, this event brought delicious food, drinks, ambience and awesome conversation! The staff was so generous and there was plenty to do, for example, instagram pictures in life-size frames! I definitely had an amazing time at this event. Foods from flatbread to burrata toasts, a whole cheese and meats platter and short rib sandwiches and MANY, MANY more! Thank you La Break Bakery for this event, I had an amazing time!
Pictured above is La Break Bakery's signature cocktail: La Brea & 6th and a Cracker with Blue Cheese
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Farro with Broccoli & Peppers topped with Sharp Parmesan Cheese. This was one of my favorite appetizers of the night. The sharpness of the cheese paired perfectly with the savory taste of the rest of the ingredients.
Burrata Toasts
Short Rib with Cheese Sandwich - this was also one of my favorites! The short rib was delicious and the cheese in it paired with the short rib. The crusted bread was perfect as well.
Cheese & Meats table - this table had everything from spreads to cheeses to bread to meats, even CHOCOLATE CHEESE, which was sharp, sweet and delicious!
Bulleit Rye Mule - This was a bit too strong for me but the mint balanced it out perfectly!
La Brea & Sixth - this was an amazing drink. It was citrusy and sharp from the rosemary.
Strawberry Bread Pudding with Caramel Topping
And MANY MANY MORE! This event was well-organized, delicious and AMAZING!
Here are the stops:
Los Angeles July 30-Aug. 3
San Francisco Aug. 7-9
Seattle Aug. 13-16
Charlotte, NC Aug. 28-30
Washington, D.C. Sept. 3-6
New York Sept. 10-13
Philadelphia Sept. 16-17
Boston Sept. 19-20
Thanks again La Brea Bakery!


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Julian Opie is a visual artist, with work on display all over the world.
Perhaps you're familiar with "Ann Dancing". Ann keeps things lively here on Mass Ave, in downtown Indianapolis.
Malina Simone Jeffers was a driving force in bringing these sculptures to Indianapolis. Thank you Mali, they're a great addition to downtown Indy!


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Thinking about getting pregnant? Take our quiz to test your knowledge of fertility facts.Begin Quiz
Infertility is defined as the inability to get pregnant after how many months of trying?
The correct answer is: A couple must be trying to get pregnant (that is, having regular, unprotected sex) for at least one year before it's considered infertility.
What percentage of couples have problems with fertility?
The correct answer is: Infertility affects 15% of the population, or about one of every six or seven couples.
What percentage of women will get pregnant in the first four months of trying?
The correct answer is: Approximately 50% of otherwise healthy reproductive age women will get pregnant in the first three or four months of trying to make a baby. About 70% of women will be pregnant by six months.
At what age is a woman at her most fertile?
The correct answer is: Fertility peaks in a woman's mid-twenties, when her menstrual cycles are most regular and ovulatory. Fertility is slightly decreased before age 20 and after age 30. Women over age 37 are much less fertile.
A 36-year-old woman should see a fertility specialist after how many months of trying without getting pregnant?
The correct answer is: Current recommendations are that a woman 35 years old or younger can try for a year before seeing a fertility specialist, but if she is aged 35 to 40, she should only try on her own for six months. Women over 40 should see a doctor after only three months.
Which of the following are signs that a woman is ovulating?
The correct answer is: All of the above. Some women feel a brief period of sharp pain on one side of the lower abdomen (the side where the egg was released) when they ovulate. Slight spotting may also occur near the time of ovulation, and cervical mucus becomes stringy.
Which reduces fertility: being overweight or being underweight?
The correct answer is: The answer is both. Extremes of weight -- both under and over -- reduce fertility. This is true in both men and women.
True or false: Taking birth control for many years can make it harder for a woman to get pregnant.
The correct answer is: This is false. Birth control pills do not lead to infertility. However, ovulation problems may not be apparent until a woman stops taking the Pill.
What lifestyle changes should a woman make when trying to get pregnant?
The correct answer is: All of the above. Cutting back caffeine intake, taking prenatal vitamins and reducing stress all can boost women's fertility. Exercising and avoiding tobacco and alcohol can be helpful to men and women.
When should a woman start taking prenatal vitamins?
The correct answer is: Women should start prenatal vitamins with folic acid at least 3 months before trying to conceive.
True or false: Soaking in a hot tub can make a man less fertile.
The correct answer is: This is true. The high temperature in a hot tub slows or halts sperm formation, and may harm sperm that have already been made, lowering the chances the man can conceive a child.
When is the best time to have sex if you are trying to get pregnant?
The correct answer is: The unfertilized egg only lives for about 24 hours, while sperm can live in the female reproductive tract for days. So if you are trying to conceive, making love before and around the time of ovulation is more effective than after.
How much does in vitro fertilization (IVF) cost, on average?
The correct answer is: In the U.S., IVF costs $15,000 per cycle, on average, and additional cycles may be needed 60% of the time or more.
True or false: Carrying a cell phone can hurt a man's sperm.
The correct answer is: This is true. Studies have shown that the radio-frequency electromagnetic waves emitted by cell phones may increase oxidative stress and decrease sperm motility, contributing to decreased fertility. Men trying to conceive should avoid carrying cell phones in their pockets.
Which antioxidants may boost a man's fertility?
The correct answer is: All of the above. A review of studies found that men taking antioxidants were four times more likely than men not taking supplements to get their partner pregnant and see a successful live birth. No one antioxidant seemed to be better than another.
True or false: If you have one miscarriage, it is likely you'll have more.
The correct answer is: This is false. Roughly 25% of all recognized pregnancies result in miscarriage, but less than 5% of women will experience two consecutive miscarriages, and only 1% experience three or more.
"Ovarian reserve" is the medical term for the number of eggs a woman has left. How is this measured?
The correct answer is: Blood levels of Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH), Estrogen, Inhibin B and Antimullerian Hormone (AMH) have been used to estimate the remaining egg pool (ovarian reserve).
How long can frozen embryos be stored until they can no longer be used for pregnancy?
The correct answer is: There does not appear to be a maximum length of time that frozen embryos can be stored. Live births have been reported using embryos that have been frozen for almost 20 years.
Which of the following are side effects of fertility treatments in women?
The correct answer is: All of the above. Side effects like mood swings, bloating and headaches can make women feel anything but in the mood, often leading to reduced sexual satisfaction and tension in the relationship.
True or false: Women who have their first period at an early age have a faster decline in fertility.
The correct answer is: This is false. The time that menstruation begins does not affect ovulation or pregnancy. An earlier or later start does not correlate to infertility, and doesn't predict when a woman will reach menopause.
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I thought I'd pass along an interview I did with The His & Her Money show. Talaat and Tai run a great site and focus on providing money advice at the intersection of marriage. That is such an important and often overlooked area of building and strengthening relationships!Read More
Forbes Fail - Telling readers to not pay off your mortgage, because you know, you have stuff to buy/
I came across this Forbes "article" on Facebook the other day - Should you pay off your mortgage before you retire? Four reasons you shoudn't.
I call it an "article" because it was written by a marketer with Forbes, in this case an "Executive Officer and Vice President of Planning and Sales" at Northwestern Mutual which is a company in the business of selling insurance products. We'll come back to that little detail later on in this post.
I also almost never post a comment on these so-called articles, whether on websites or social media. There is no lasting gain to me, it usually results in someone completely misconstruing the point I am trying to make, and only creates annoyances where none need to exist. That and online publishers try to suck every bit of marketing gain out of an article before they publish another one making the opposite point. For this article, I made an exception.
When I first saw the article headline on Facebook, I was intrigued because I just had to see what compelling arguments could be made to not pay off your mortgage. In a nutshell, these are the 4 reasons this executive at Northwestern Mutual says you shouldn't pay off your mortgage.
- Maximize retirement contributions with the money instead, especially if you have an employer match.
- There might be better uses for the money you would use to pay off your mortgage.
- Your mortgage provides a tax advantage.
- You might need the money you used to pay off your mortgage for an emergency.
The author of this article, an executive at a major financial services company with years of experience, just laid out what I'm calling 3 half-truths and a lie. Let's deconstruct them one at a time.
1. Maximize retirement contributions and pay off your mortgage.
Yes, you want to maximize retirement contributions as much as possible. But isn't eliminating a major source of your monthly expenses one way to invest in your retirement? Think about it this way - if you don't have a mortgage, you don't need as much to live on each month and you don't have to worry about your investments making enough money for you to pay the mortgage. Furthermore, if you are living on a budget, below your means, and have no other debt (because you need to pay off other debt first before tackling a mortgage), then why can't you maximize retirement contributions and tackle your mortgage?
2. There might be better uses for your money. Like what?
You should have paid off your other debt first before tackling your mortgage. And when you do pay off that other debt, you start paying off the mortgage. Yes, there might be other investments that can get you a higher rate of return on average, but as I asked one commenter "are there investments out there that provide a guaranteed return at a rate large enough to counteract the risk factor involved with continuing to stay in debt?" I haven't heard back yet.
3. Your mortgage provides a tax advantage. She did NOT just say that!
This is where she compelled me to write a comment on the post. For Pete's sake, she can't do math. If you are in a 25% tax bracket and take the mortgage interest deduction, you get $25 back in taxes for every $100 you pay in interest. IF YOU HAVE NO MORTGAGE, you pay the additional $25 in taxes and keep the $100 you would have paid in interest. She is telling you to pay $100 to save $25 which comes out to a loss of $75. Now apply that example to an actual mortgage with interest running in the thousands per year and see how much keeping the mortgage for the "tax advantage" is costing Americans (and maybe you) every year.
4. You might need the money for an emergency. Why is everything one or the other?
Mortgage paid off or not, you need an emergency fund. End of story. She kind of has a point that if you are close to or in retirement that you don't want to liquidate all of your savings and retirement funds to pay it off. But don't forget that paying off your mortgage can, in many cases, substantially lower your monthly expenses.
So back to that little detail about this article being written by a marketer selling insurance products. This article is being written by a marketer selling insurance products! If you are focused on paying off your mortgage, that is money you won't be spending on their products. Now I don't think there is some big and underhanded scheme in play, but it is important to keep in mind the motives and mindset held by authors. I certainly don't hold myself as an exception to this.
And finally, ask yourself this - if you owned a home that was paid for, would you take out a loan against your home and invest the money?
Neither would I.
It's still debt: Michigan's pay-it-forward tuition plan/
Have you heard about the so-called "pay-it-forward" legislative proposal for helping Michigan students obtain a college degree? The premise (and the promise) is that low and middle-income students in the program would get to attend college for "free" and then once they have a job after graduating they wouldRead More
Check out my story on The Debt Myth/
Jackie at The Debt Myth contacted me to share my family's journey to debt freedom on her blog. You can read it here. If you are still working on paying off debts, she has a "debt snowball" app for Apple and Android devices. Read more about it on her site. Jackie is an inspiration to me - I'm thinking about ways that I can try to monetize my knowledge in an app.


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On July 1, 2017, Massachusetts Operational Services Division (OSD) launched a new Statewide Contract FAC104 for Landscaping Products, Parks and Recreation Equipment, and Related Products, Supplies, and Services. Premier Park & Play is proud to be selected as a Statewide Contractor for this contract, specifically for the following categories:
6. Playground Equipment – includes composite structures and individual components primarily for age groups 2-5 and 5-12
7. Playground Surfaces – includes athletic surfaces, tiles, synthetic grass, wear mats, engineered wood fiber (EWF), and poured in place (PIP) rubber for playgrounds, splash pads, courts, fields, and other related outdoor recreation
8. Site Furnishings/Amenities – includes but not limited to benches, trash receptacles, bike parking/racks, planters, tables and chairs, tree guards and gates, signage, grills, fire rings, bleachers, flag poles, water bubblers, pet friendly features, etc.
9. Sport and Fitness Equipment – includes sports related equipment for skate parks, bike parks, basketball courts, soccer fields, football fields, pickle ball courts, lacrosse fields, field hockey fields, tennis courts, volleyball courts, baseball fields, track and field events and other related sports facility equipment
10. Outdoor Shelter/Shade Structures – includes but is not limited to shelters, kiosks, bus stops, picnic shelters, dugouts, gazebos, park pavilions, playground shelters, sidewalk covers, portable restroom shelters, and sheds
11. Splash Pads and Water Play – includes splash pad/water play structures, sprays and individual components
12. Parks and Recreation Installation and Maintenance
Through this statewide contract, Premier Park & Play will continue to provide the best quality yet streamlined and discounted playground equipment and installation service to the all the cities, towns, counties, public schools, public institutions and non-profits in Massachusetts. Make your dream playground a reality! Learn more at premierparkplay.com.


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AVEX Launches New Website!
Papa's got a brand new website!
After a few months of discussion, design, and implementation, we are happy to unveil our brand new website at www.goavex.com! The new site is populated with more relevant information about our core offerings (Event Production and In-House AV Services).
Key Features of the New Site:
Updated blog with more relevant information (Tips and tricks of the trade, as well as announcements).
Updated gallery with new photos.
New brand treatment (More corporate professional look).
Easy to navigate design.
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AVEX also moved both Minnesota and North Carolina offices this year to accommodate additional growth. In Minneapolis, the office nearly doubled its warehouse square footage, while the North Carolina branch beyond doubled the space!
In addition to the new web digs and expanded physical footprint, AVEX also continues its mission to improve and enhance its rental and production equipment pools. Check out the photos below for the highlights!


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COMPUSHIFT Transmission Controller in Goodguys Goodtimes Gazette
COMPUSHIFT II was featured in the "Wrenchin" column of the Goodguys Goodtimes Gazette, February 2011. The author details a 4L60E installation, which included COMPUSHIFT transmission controller, its optional display, and an AccuLink TPS.
Featured in Land Rover MonthlyJune 01, 2010
COMPUSHIFT was featured in the June 2010 edition of Land Rover Monthly, in the Techno File article.
COMPUSHIFT II Transmission Controller in Transmission Digest's Top 10 Products of 2010January 01, 2010
COMPUSHIFT II stand alone transmission controller was voted one of the Top 10 Products for 2010 by readers of Transmission Digest.
COMPUSHIFT Transmission Controller in Land Rover Owner InternationalAugust 06, 2008
COMPUSHIFT was featured in an article titled "Change for the Better" in the Spring 2008 issue of Land Rover Owner International. The author describes the build of a highly customized Defender 2.4 with an electronic automatic transmission, made possible with COMPUSHIFT at its core.
Cover Story for Transmission DigestApril 01, 2007
HGM founder, Mike Hoy, and his 1948 Chevy Sedan Delivery (shifted by a COMPUSHIFT transmission controller, of course) were featured as the cover story for the April 2007 edition of Transmission Digest.
HGM Transmission Controllers Profiled in Truck BuilderAugust 01, 2006
HGM Automotive Electronics, its founders, and COMPUSHIFT were featured in the "Product Super Cameo" article in Street Rod Builder, August 2006
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HGM Automotive Electronics, its founders, and transmission controllers were featured in the August 2005 edition of Street Rod Builder.


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Two muffins are in an oven. One says "It's getting hot in here". The other one starts to reply but then it's internal organs burst from the heat.
How do you confuse a blond?
Paint yourself green and throw forks at her.
A kangaroo walks into a bar, which is a fairly common occurrence in Australia. Normal process is carried out of evacuating the premises and animal control is contacted to deal with the situation.


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Chris was very honest and helpful when listing my condo. He knew exactly what price would move the unit and meet my requirements. Within minutes he also had the repairs and touch-ups scheduled. A few days I had an offer in hand!Chris knows Uptown better than anyone in Charlotte. If you're looking to make moves he is your man! Thank you, Chris!Brian Billick
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Growing up in the big apple of NYC, he feels at home amongst high rise condominiums and skyscrapers. He has lived in Charlotte since 1996. Since moving to Charlotte, Chris has lived at four Uptown Charlotte condo developments.
Through his work, Chris is able to follow his passion for the exciting urban lifestyle and use his knowledge of the market. This in turn has caused a natural progression into residential real estate. To no surprise Chris has quickly became a top producing agent.
Chris focuses on working with buyers and sellers inside the Center City loop of Charlotte's Luxury Condos and High Rises. Contact Chris Bonnefoux for information on how you can expeience Uptown Charlotte living in a luxury Uptown Charlotte condo.


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Los Osos Triumphs at Bargain Belt Invitational
On October 21, the annual Claremont Bargain Belt Invitational at Claremont High School ended with a final round between Los Osos' Ryan Nam & Joseph Naseib and Redlands' Mohan Dasari & Ishaan Shrivastav. Negating the resolution, "The United States Federal Government would decrease its nuclear arsenal," Nam & Naseib won the round on a 3-0 decision, arguing that the affirmation's plan of distributing nuclear weapons to U.S. allies disproportionately favors countries with better economic and technological potential.
The name "Bargain Belt" derives from the purpose of the tournament: providing a cheap and accessible opportunity for all southern California debaters. The tournament does not charge a school-wide entry fee, and provides free lunch to all competitors, judges, and coaches.
While the tournament split up most of the debate events between novice and open divisions, parliamentary debate was once again offered only in a single open division with four preliminary rounds, marking this as the fifth year the tournament has lacked a novice division. With 25 entries representing 13 different schools, this year's parliamentary division broke the top 32% of competitors into the quarterfinals round.
Due to the large numbers of competitors in other events and a lack of available classrooms, debaters used outside picnic tables and benches to run a majority of the preliminary rounds. Luckily, most competitors didn't seem to mind. "Debating outside was pretty new to me at first, but honestly it made rounds more relaxing and laid back," said Bonita's Camille Leung.
To avoid arguments on what type of debate each round was, tournament coordinators announced whether a resolution was value, fact, or policy before each round. "[I've] done so many rounds where half of my speeches are just talking about why a debate is fact instead of value or vise versa. Framework is so important nowadays and debating under the framework instead of about it made it way more enjoyable and educational," said Claremont's Alex Abarca. Redlands' Mohan Dasari, one of the tournament's runner-ups, agreed. "I'm just glad I didn't have to debate about the debate," he said.
The top three speakers were Claremont's Sanjar Junisbai and Eric Ni, and Bonita's Camille Leung, respectively.
Next up for SoCal will be the annual Spartan Fall Classic at Schurr High School on October 28-29, before a long break from tournaments in November.
Redlands Mohan Dasari & Ishaan Shrivastav def. Arcadia Olivia Chen & Anabell Xu (2-1)
Claremont Sanjar Junisbai & Ashton Ngiam def. Vista Murrieta Uma Nair & Mason Stackman (3-0)
Los Osos Ryan Nam & Joseph Naseib def. Redlands Renata Shammo & Farzeneh Talebi (3-0)
Claremont Edward Rumbos-Perez & Alex Walburg def. Redlands Andrew Hopwood & Brad Schindler (3-0)
Redlands Dasari & Shrivastav def. Claremont Rumbos-Perez & Walburg (3-0)
Los Osos Nam & Naseib def. Claremont Junisbai & Ngiam (2-1)
Los Osos Nam & Naseib def. Redlands Dasari & Shrivastav (3-0)
Our Southern California correspondents are Ryan Nam, who competes for Los Osos High School, and Mira Ogawa, who competes for University High School.


text: I was inspired to paint hanging eggs after recently contacting half siblings for the first time in my life. One of my half sisters sent me a holiday card with a photograph of eggs laid by her chickens. I was touched by the delicacy and sameness of these eggs, just as I was touched by the fragility and commonality with my newly met half siblings. I decided to hang and paint these sibling eggs in various situations to see if they could weather new experiences and eventually begin to bond with one another.


text: HomeGuest Posts4 Top Tips & Tools for Remote Workers Stephanie Liais 26th October 2018 As reported in The Telegraph last year, commute times have hit an all-time high of 48 minutes on average for the regular knowledge worker in the UK. This means 48 minutes of driving, stopping, refuelling petrol, and so on. Or for those in major metropolitan areas, 48 minutes spent in a coughing crowd.If we do that math, for a knowledge worker working 200 days a year, 48 minutes equates to over 186 hours! That is four and a half 40-hour weeks! What could you do with that time.? A 2017 Gallup survey of 15,000 working adults showed that 43% of respondents said they spent time in 2016 working remotely; 31% were even said to do so four or five days a week.And this figure is growing. The ability to save time and money are perhaps two of the greatest needs today. In fact, these are often cited as the primary reasons knowledge workers choose to work remotely. And for employers, the reasons are even more critical. Instead of looking for employees in one area only, you are able to expand your search nearly anywhere.In an office setting the distractions can be numerous. From last-minute meetings to hallway conversations, there is seemingly no clear way of working without the potential for significant delays. Not only will you potentially save on the 186 hours, but also limit your distractions as well.Few remote employees work in their pajamas, contrary to popular belief. Instead, remote workers are able to develop their own independence and rituals. This allows for a tremendous amount of flexibility in how and when a remote worker wishes to accomplish tasks. But at the same time, remote workers must be able to find their own ways to stay motivated and disciplined throughout the day.But as alluring as working from the comfort of home is, this can also bring challenges. Some remote workers find it challenging to truly unplug from the rigours of the day. Emotionally, the stress of the day is still present, whereas, with those working full time out of an office, you might feel a bit more detached when home.1: Staying connected is critical to your success Just because everyone is spread far and wide, that doesn't mean it has to stay that way. There are loads of virtual meeting tools available to get your team together online or organise location-specific meetups in person.There's no way you'll be able to relocate everyone, but having a staff meet-up once a year is not out of the question. It doesn't have to be work- or project-related, either. There are plenty of team-building exercises and fun events you can plan.You might be wondering how something like this would help productivity. It allows your team to get to know one another better and bond. That will strengthen teamwork and collaboration, which will result in a better working environment for everyone — even when that team is spread apart. There are also a variety of tools, including collaboration platforms and strategies, to help your team become more productive and stay connected. 2: Bring everyone together through one system Think of this as the oldie-but-goodie tip. At the most basic level, teams need to be able to stay in touch in a reliable way. A team separated by distance will need multiple ways to communicate, including a traditional phone system.There are many kinds of cloud-based platforms, VoIP providers (voice over IP) and traditional landline solutions. The best system for your business and team will depend on your individual needs. You should definitely have a phone system installed at your main location, and set it up so remote workers can tap in.It's possible to have your phone system integrate with desktop apps or employees' mobile phones, which is something you may want for additional flexibility and team efficiency. Not only will your teams be able to communicate with one another from wherever they are, but integrations with tools like Salesforce can even allow you to keep records of calls and call times automatically.3: Modern chat & collaboration tools add extra support Chat tools and collaboration platforms are also necessary when used alongside a more traditional communication system. Get your team on board as soon as possible!That means choosing a platform and deploying it immediately. They allow you to keep track of your entire team and set deadlines for specific tasks.You can see who's working on what, and when they will be finished. Team members can also get support and chat with anyone on the team when they need advice or guidance. Think of them as social networks for work.4: Cloud storage simplifies document sharingNormally, if you want to take your work with you, you have to transfer documents and files to a portable drive or physical media. Then, you must carry that media with you at all times. Cloud storage simplifies this by allowing you to store important documents on a remote server, which you can tap into from anywhere, with any device.It's also an excellent medium for collaboration because multiple parties can access a single document or group of files. So, ultimately, multiple team members can be working on a single project or task together. By storing documents in the cloud, you can do things like finish a business proposal during your long commute, or late at night when you're relaxing on the couch.This system is excellent for remote teams that divide their time between working from an office and at home. This includes services like Microsoft Office 365, Google Drive for Business, Dropbox, Box, and many others. As you can see, with just a few changes, additions or well-chosen technology services, your remote workers can be brought into the fold like never before. Has your company embraced remote working yet?© The Shortlisted – 2018 INSPIRATION, NOT EBOOKS I have read and agree to the GDPR Privacy Policy Leave this field empty if you're human: Leave a Reply Cancel ReplyYou must be logged in to post a comment.


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Does the ground round the bathroom sag? This design element affects the overall look of your lavatory and how useful it is for everyday use. We still have carpet in our bathroom and our bathe need to be taken out and the BIG soaker tub I wish to be smaller I think we are going to just have to wait just a little longer.
You may have searched for bathroom remodel ideas and this web page displays the closest product matches we have for toilet remodel ideas to buy on-line. I'm looking to rework a 60-12 months-outdated lavatory after the shower leaked. A bathroom remodel also gives variations of practical settings equivalent to placements of the toilet, the sink and the shower in various rest room sizes.
If you want to get monetary savings and do extra, your lavatory transform ideas ought to rarely exchange existent bathtubs. Altering the format: If you decide to increase the sq. footage of the small bathroom, it would enhance the overall price of the rework.
By Beyond Designs and Remodeling, Inc., a Rest room Remodeling Contractor in Brooklyn, NY. For most householders in Brooklyn, the typical cost for a loo remodel is roughly $9,800 …


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When the feds come in, costs go up. That's what happens when a giant, inefficient bureaucracy tries to create rules for a flexible, ever-changing free market.
The latest example comes from the healthcare sector, as a new report predicts double-digit premium hikes for two of the most popular Obamacare plans. The Kaiser Family Foundation found that premiums will likely increase an average of 11 percent next year, with some metro areas like Portland, Ore., increasing as much as 26 percent.
A national government is good and necessary for accomplishing tasks the free market can't handle alone. National security, for example. But lately the feds have taken their circus on the road, sticking their nose in healthcare, agriculture, and myriad other areas outside their constitutional jurisdiction.
Fortunately, the American people have a tool to shrink federal jurisdiction back to its rightful size. An Article V Convention of States can propose constitutional amendments that specifically limit Washington's jurisdiction to only those areas outlined in the Constitution. No more federal meddling. It's time the people and the states reassert their place as the primary drivers of domestic policy.
You have a fantastic opportunity this month to help the Convention of States Project meet its goals and promote Article V. From now until Independence Day, a generous donor has agreed to match every dollar donated. That means that your gift -- no matter how large or small -- is automatically DOUBLED. If you give $10, you're really giving $20. If you give $200, you're really giving $400. Act now to double your impact!
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HR Business Partner
- Recruiter
- Michael Page Human Resources
- Location
- Birmingham, England
- Salary
- £60000 - £65000 per annum
- Posted
- 16 Jan 2019
- Closes
- 13 Feb 2019
- Ref
- 13982358/001
- Contact
- Jaclyn Needham
- Job Type
- HR Business Partner
- Sector
- Professional Services
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
This is a newly created role in an existing HR team.
Client Details
Global organisation in the private sector.
Key responsibilities include:
Implementing key people related strategies and initiatives.
Delivering performance management, budgeting, workforce planning, project and change management.
Acting as a full business partner to key stakeholders at a strategic level.
Influencing and project managing key business strategies and initiatives.
Exploring and challenging team structures to improve efficiency and effectiveness.
Shaping the capabilities of the HR function to support changing business needs.
Monitoring, measuring and reporting on HR issues, opportunities and development plans and achievements within agreed formats and timescales.
Managing, developing and inspiring a virtual team.
Managing and controlling HR expenditure within agreed budgets.
Supporting the delivery of ongoing projects relating to the People Strategy
Working closely with the team on headcount and retention analysis and project planning
Taking full responsibility of any TUPE or acquisition activity across the business
As a credible and proactive member of the senior leadership team for this business you will also need:
Experience of improving HR operational efficiency's through managing cost & people development.
Previous involvement from an HR perspective in organisational change and restructuring to meet business needs, customer needs and desire for continuous improvement.
Evidence of the ability to provide advice and guidance to the SLT to ensure strategic people plans are achieved.
Excellent commercial and financial acumen
Ability to take a holistic, 'Big Picture approach to the company's desire to achieve its vision.
MCIPD qualification
You will have worked in a similarly strategic fast paced role within a private sector organisation and be able to travel across the UK as the business requires.
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We are over the moon about the excitement our new retailers have about stocking Clover Lewis Swimwear!
Here's what one of them had to say:
While recovering from the impact of triple negative breast cancer, Clover Lewis was spurred on to create a high-quality post surgery brand for women like her. That brand is Clover Lewis Swimwear.
Having both a creative & medical background (Clover studied Fine Arts at the world-renowned St Martin's College of Art & Design, and is a qualified physiotherapist), she honed her skills for making swimwear London College of Fashion, London, where she studied Swimwear Design & Manufacture. Her personal experience of having a mastectomy after breast cancer, combined with her skills resulted in comfortable and fashionable post mastectomy swimwear, which is now worn with pride by breast cancer survivors worldwide.
Clover is passionate about creating the best swimwear for women who want to feel better and enjoy life's water activities when living with or recovering from breast cancer. She designs from personal experience, which shines through her designs and won the UK Lingerie Awards 'Best Post-Surgery Brand of the Year' (like the Oscars for Lingerie & Swimwear brands). it is the first Mastectomy swimwear brand to appear in British Vogue in its 100 years of publication.
About Clover, Creator of Clover Lewis Swimwear
Clover started designing mastectomy swimsuits and bikinis after struggling to find a stylish, beautiful post-surgery bikini to wear on her first holiday after a breast cancer diagnosis. The holiday? A trip to Bali to overcome her fears by learning how to scuba-dive.
She made her first mastectomy bikini, got her PADI diving certificate wearing it, at that moment personally realised the connections between body image, clothing confidence for women with breast cancer.
So despite the expectation to carry on with "life as normal" after cancer, this experience had a profound effect on Clover. It became the fuel for her mission creating beautiful swimwear for women to feel good about their bodies so they can swim again.
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Cover Teachers - Sunderland
Teaching Personnel is working closely with a number of schools based in Sunderland and surrounding areas who have been requesting teachers for day-to-day cover on a regular basis. Teachers applying to this role should ideally be able to cover KS3-5, with a good command of behaviour management. NQTs will also be considered for this role, as the schools are happy to consider teachers of any level of experience and subject areas. If you are looking for part-time work to fit around other commitments, or if you're retired and wish to be back in the classroom on a flexible basis, please get in touch!
If you register with us, you will benefit from the following:
If you are interested in being considered for this role, or to find out about any other opportunities we may have please get in touch with Leyla on 0191 223 5071 or via email at
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see teachingpersonnel.com/faqs for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay.
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South Bend police investigating shooting on city's West Side
SOUTH BEND, Ind. – Police are investigating a shooting that happened in South Bend near Ford and South Lake Street.
Police were on the scene just after 11 Wednesday night. They say one man was shot in the foot and drove himself to Memorial Hospital.
Neighbors tell ABC57 News at least five people including one woman were cuffed and that she appeared to be about eight months pregnant.
Police aren't giving much detail at this time, but are excepted to release more information later on in the day.
Stay with ABC57 News both on-air and online for the latest developments.


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PO Box 726
Los Alamos, NM 87544
Tour hours:
January-March 15, 2019
1.5 hour Los Alamos Van Tours are available by request.
March 16—October, 2019
Los Alamos Van Tours depart at 1:30 pm.
additional tours may be added at 10:30 am according to demand.
Cost: $25/person, each accompanying child $10, cash preferred.
Departures are from the Bradbury Science Museum parking lot
Please call 505.662.2547 in advance for current tour status or for more information.
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CMU drops frat after death, misconduct allegations
Mount Pleasant – Central Michigan University says it has kicked a fraternity out of school after many allegations of sexual misconduct and hazing and the death of a member.
Vice President Steven Johnson says the allegations against Phi Sigma Phi show a "significant threat to the safety" of students. He says the university has been frustrated by witnesses who have been uncooperative or unwilling to discuss certain matters.
In a statement Tuesday, Johnson says Phi Sigma Phi is "officially removed from CMU forever." An email seeking comment was sent to the fraternity's national office Wednesday.
A 21-year-old student from suburban Detroit was found dead at the bottom of a staircase in April. Johnson says the house was being used by Phi Sigma Phi for a party.
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Faith in Action: A Handbook for Activists, Advocates, and Allies
Faith in Action will deepen your perspective on important issues—from racial justice to environmental concerns, from LGBTQIA equality to Native people's rights, from women's equality to disability rights, from mass incarceration to immigration—so that when you step out into the world to be an activist, advocate, and ally, you'll have the tools and confidence you need. Created by contributors with varied experiences in activism, faith, policy, and social change, Faith in Action is the book for you if you are ready to make a real difference.
Love in a Time of Climate Change: Honoring Creation, Establishing Justice
Love in a Time of Climate Change issues a call to readers to develop a loving response to climate change, which harms the poor, threatens future generations, and damages God's creation.
Ending Hunger Now: A Challenge to Persons of Faith
Ending Hunger Now brings together three powerful voices behind a shared conviction: that helping the millions who lack basic provision for food has become a...
Homosexuality and Christian Faith: Questions of Conscience for the Churches
Issues surrounding homosexuality threaten to divide the Christian churches and the people within them. This unique resource presents short pieces from some...
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Odisha Sun Times Bureau
Jeypore, Oct 11:
In a departure from his angry man image as Opposition chief whip in Odisha Assembly, Congress MLA Tara Prasad Bahinipati was yet again seen dancing with girls on stage uninhibited during a musical program on the occasion of Dussehra celebrations here.
The firebrand Congress leader was caught on camera shaking legs to the melodious songs of yesteryears. It appeared so as if the Jeypore legislator couldn't resist the beats of Mohd Rafi songs and jumped on to the stage. He was tapping his feet in sync with the rhythm in gay abandon.
This is not the first time we saw him in his candid mood. He was seen dancing on stage during this year's Pongal festival here too.
While he has put his political adversaries on mat several times, his gyration skill has left many spellbound.


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Islay Community Poem/
Sing me a song of Islay,
of windswept hills
and silver sand,
where crofters keep cattle
and work the land.
Sing me a song.
Sing of the shingle shore
the strength of riptides and waves,
waves of turquoise and green
and every colour in between.
Sing me a song of the shore.
Sing about powerful light
shining on distant hills,
the dark cloud skies
and the gloaming.
Sing me a song about light
Sing me a song
about fishing and creel,
lobster and scallop and salmon,
fresh food from astonishing seas.
Not forgetting Islay cheese.
Sing about weathered cliffs,
the chatter of water on stone.
Skeins of wild geese overhead,
startled roe deer as you pass,
trees, bracken, and gorse.
Sing me a song.
Sing me a song
a song about place,
Kildalton Cross,
a square lighthouse,
the single track
across the moor,
over the Rhinns
to the western shore.
Sing me a song about place.
Sing me a song
about dreich,
drockit, mizzle and haar,
the sea's loud roar
the rain's downpour
Sing me a song.
Sing about finest whisky
matured in strong barrels.
Sing peating levels of barley,
iodine, seaweed and salt.
Pour me a dram.
Sing me a song of the malt.
Sing about Botanist Gin,
flowers of summer
out on the machair,
hills of heather,
Atlantic weather
distilled all together.
Oh sing me a song about Gin.
Sing me a song
of beauty and space,
the peace of the place,
enduring purpose…
like paradise,
the people you find
and their kindness.
Sing me this song.
Sing me a song about home,
of heritage and humour,
how the island of Islay
means home. Home
and marriage and family,
united in community.
Sing me a song about home
So sing me a song about Islay.
When it's time to leave
we want to stay.
We want to stay
for a year and a day,
not board CalMac's ferry
and sail away.
So sing me a song
Sing me a song
Sing me a song of Islay.
by Pauline Prior-Pitt, 2017
Pauline very kindly composed this poem for us over the Islay Book Festival 2017 weekend based on word contributions from the public. We think she did a fantastic job and many of us were moved to tears when she read it for us at the end of the festival. Thank you, Pauline! Please come again!


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Tuya is a jewelry collection designed by Mary Katherine Alonso in Austin, Texas. Tuya bracelets and jewelry are often limited edition items, due to the rare materials within each piece. Internationally sourced beads, diamonds, natural materials such as leather and shell combine to craft simplistic, elegant jewelry. Tuya jewelry masterfully suits luxurious and casual taste with stunningly unique accessories.
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Home Depot Thermostat
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Homehome (hōm),USA pronunciation n., adj., adv., v., homed, hom•ing.
- a house, apartment, or other shelter that is the usual residence of a person, family, or household.
- the place in which one's domestic affections are centered.
- an institution for the homeless, sick, etc.: a nursing home.
- the dwelling place or retreat of an animal.
- the place or region where something is native or most common.
- any place of residence or refuge: a heavenly home.
- a person's native place or own country.
- (in games) the destination or goal.
- a principal base of operations or activities: The new stadium will be the home of the local football team.
- [Baseball.]See home plate.
- [Lacrosse.]one of three attack positions nearest the opposing goal.
- at home:
- in one's own house or place of residence.
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- prepared or willing to receive social visits: Tell him I'm not at home. We are always at home to her.
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at ease: She has a way of making everyone feel at home.
- well-informed;
proficient: to be at home in the classics.
- played in one's hometown or on one's own grounds: The Yankees played two games at home and one away.
- of, pertaining to, or connected with one's home or country;
domestic: home products.
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to the heart: The truth of the accusation struck home.
- to the mark or point aimed at: He drove the point home.
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perfectly or to the greatest possible extent: sails sheeted home.
- in the proper, stowed position: The anchor is home.
- toward its vessel: to bring the anchor home.
- bring home to, to make evident to;
clarify or emphasize for: The irrevocability of her decision was brought home to her.
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- home free:
- assured of finishing, accomplishing, succeeding, etc.: If we can finish more than half the work today, we'll be home free.
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- (of guided missiles, aircraft, etc.) to proceed, esp. under control of an automatic aiming mechanism, toward a specified target, as a plane, missile, or location (often fol. by in on): The missile homed in on the target.
- to navigate toward a point by means of coordinates other than those given by altitudes.
- to have a home where specified;
- to bring or send home.
- to provide with a home.
- to direct, esp. under control of an automatic aiming device, toward an airport, target, etc.
Depotde•pot (dē′pō;[Mil. or Brit.]dep′ō),USA pronunciation n.
- a railroad station.
- a bus station.
- [Mil.]
- a place in which supplies and materials are stored for distribution.
- (formerly) a place where recruits are assembled for classification, initial training, and assignment to active units.
- a storehouse or warehouse, as a building where freight is deposited.
- a place where body products not actively involved in metabolic processes are accumulated, deposited, or stored.
Thermostatther•mo•stat (thûr′mə stat′),USA pronunciation n., v., -stat•ted or -stat•ed;
-stat•ting or -stat•ing.
- a device, including a relay actuated by thermal conduction or convection, that functions to establish and maintain a desired temperature automatically or signals a change in temperature for manual adjustment.
ther′mo•stat′ic, adj.
- to equip or control with a thermostat.
ther′mo•stat′i•cal•ly, adv.
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DES MOINES, Iowa (CBS.MW) -- Magazine publisher and television broadcaster Meredith Corp. reported fiscal first-quarter earnings that were in line with most analysts' estimates.
The company said its profit from operations was $18 million, or 34 cents a share, compared to $17.4 million, or 32 cents, in the year-ago period. The 34-cent figure matched the average estimate of analysts polled by First Call.
The current-year figure excludes an after-tax, nonrecurring gain of $1.4 million, or 3 cents per share, from the sale of the net assets of the Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Service to GMAC Home Services.
Revenue rose to $260.4 million from $245.8 million in the same period last year.
"We're pleased with our earnings and revenue performance in the first quarter," said William Kerr, Meredith's chairman and chief executive, in a statement. "Our income from operations grew 14 percent, demonstrating our ability to grow our business while making strategic investments in magazine start-ups and television station acquisitions."
Publishing revenue rose to $193.2 million from $190.8 million, boosted by "strong" results at Better Homes and Gardens, Ladies' Home Journal, Traditional Home, Country Home, WOOD, and Midwest Living magazines, the company said. Meredith also reported solid gains at its marketing and book publishing businesses.
The company said its publishing unit also benefited from "lower paper and production costs."
Revenue at Meredith's 12 television stations rose to $67.2 million from $55 million. The company's Fox affiliates in Las Vegas, Portland, Ore. and Orlando, Fla. posted "significant improvements" in the quarter, Meredith said.
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Pocket Moon Tour - European Dates
Hello America, The Burning Hell is near. Don't fear, it will be great. This September and October The Burning Hell are heading out for their first time playing in the US. See and share the dates.
June 2019, Germany, France, UK
Scotland, April 2019
2018 Nov.-Dec., Vienna Blue Bird Festival and 16 concerts in UK
Oct./Nov., 2018, Germany, France, Switzerland
July 2018, Denmark, Norway, Germany
July 2018, Fusion Festivalö and Germany
Europe summer 2018, first dates in Germany and UK
UK, special instore Rough Trade East, Leopalooza, August: Berlin+Jena
January to March UK, DE, a.o. with band, solo or w/Gemma Ray supp. The Sonics
Twain solo with Courtney Marie Andrews, UK/Europe, April 2018
Europe Fall 2017, around forthcoming new album
Sept. Germany Reeperbahnfestival, Hamburg and Berlin
USA / CA Sept.8 - Oct.26
Sept - Prague, Oct. Finland
Sept 4 - Sept 17 a Scotland-only tour
June, USA
May/June: Germany, Zürich, UK, Liechtenstein, Faroe Island


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Meet Helena
When I first met Helena she was referred to me after her mother told her routine optometrist that Helena would close one eye when reading. Helena was doing well in school, although she did not enjoy writing, and a previous teacher had told her she had dysgraphia. One time she reportedly wrote an entire page of work in a mirrored fashion. Her tests often took her longer to complete, and she often lost her spot when copying from the board.
Helena worked very hard to achieve her academics, and was often incredibly stressed out. She would read to achieve at school, but hated reading otherwise. An avid musician, she loved to play the harp, but struggled with sight reading music and would often memorize her music instead.
What we Found
We discovered that Helena had trouble with how her eyes worked together, how accurately they tracked, and visual processing deficits. The the technical terms for these issues are: ocular motor dysfunction, divergence insufficiency, convergence insufficiency, visual processing deficits.
Helena immediately began vision therapy at McCrodan Vision Development, and we saw her for 50 minutes per week. Helena was also responsible for the home component of her therapy that amounted to close to 20 minutes 5 times weekly.
Observations over the next 9 MONTHS:
- While we saw the visual skills improving in clinic week to week, it took almost 8 months before Helena's family saw the carry over to her academics and life.
- There were times during therapy where her skills were challenged as they were developed.
- By 7.5 months the girl who announced she hated reading would enter the clinic with a book in hand.
- By 8 months she was invited to take part in reading competitions.
- Her family and friends all noted the positive changes in her demeanor.
- At the end of therapy, Helena, a girl who had been told she had dysgraphia, wrote a thank-you note in some of the most beautiful cursive I have ever seen.
Helena's eyes now work efficiently and accurately. All of the previous diagnoses are no longer applicable. Her visual system now has the skills it needs to operate efficiently, and Helena continues to accelerate in her visual development. Vision therapy has given Helena all the visual skills she needs, and it will continue to improve as she now applies those skills to the rest of her life. Helena's musical abilities have soared, and her family has reported that her social circle has expanded as she is under less stress.


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How rich is Bubba Smith?
Bubba Smith Net Worth:
$500 Thousand
|Birth date:
|February 28, 1945, Orange, Texas, United States
|Death date:
|August 3, 2011, Baldwin Hills, Los Angeles, California, United States
|Birth place:
|6 ft 7 in (2.01 m)
|266 lbs (120.45 kg)
|American football player, Actor
|Michigan State University
|United States of America
|Tody Smith
Bubba Smith wiki & biography:
His net worth has been collected through many years in the storage auction and reselling industry, in which players place bids on the contents of forgotten storage facilities. The warehouse he owns along with Ricky Smith buys things at auction and resells participants for gain. He specializes in technological know how, which can be a valuable asset to the team since the older Ricky is not as knowledgeable about technology. One disadvantage in the field of storage auctions that Bubba suffers from is his extreme claustrophobia. As you may imagine, his issue being in enclosed spaces makes his excursions into storage facilities a small difficult procedure. Bubba soldiers on, though, as part of one of the very formidable pairs available. Bubba is also a serious artwork buff, which may surprise those that judge him by his rural nickname. Bubba appreciates fine art from many eras and artists, and has aspirations to one day collect enough art to begin his own gallery. No matter the future holds for Bubba Smith, his abilities in the auction block should serve him well.
Other Storage Wars Stars' net worths:
Lesa Lewis Net Worth
Jerry Simpson Net Worth
Victor Rjesnjansky Net Worth
Ricky Smith Net Worth
Walt Cade Net Worth
Bubba Smith Net Worth
Bubba Smith is a storage auction participant who comes with an estimated net worth of $500 thousand. He is the nephew of Ricky Smith, a fellow cast member in Storage Wars: Texas. He chose to follow his uncle's footsteps. Smith has earned most of his fortune through several years in the storage auction and reselling industry as well as the reality television show where players place bids on the contents of deserted storage facilities. Bubba possesses a warehouse as well as his uncle and they buy items at auction and resell them for a gain. He's more focused on the technological know how which is a precious asset for their partnership since Ricky is not as educated as him in technology. Smith is an incredibly claustrophobic individual plus one disadvantage of storage auctions for him is staying in little storage units. He's trouble in enclosed spaces and his trips to storage facilities really are a struggle for him. Nonetheless, he is one serious art enthusiast and finding each item is a delight for him. He adores every bit of artwork from all eras and artists, and he aspires that one day, he is able to start his own art gallery.