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Thinking Business ideas [eBook]
Building an awesome brand begins with an idea, this book shares perspectives on thinking through business ideas. It is a twelve minutes read of stories and quick insights. We hope you will enjoy reading it. We would love to get your feedback. Kindly share with those who need it.
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The new song on the lips of most coffee lovers in Port Harcourt is "Marley and Blue". The brand recently announced its opening this August with photos and videos of the space shared on their social media platforms – Twitter and Instagram specifically. So far, it has been a cool rhythm mixed with smoothly served cups of coffee.
Marley and Blue presents itself as a brand out to improve the quality of coffee sold in the city. From its well-structured appearance and classy feel, it can be perceived that the brand came with all its instruments to give customers the best coffee experience. There is no doubt that it is intentionally creating an image of quality and reliability in the minds of its customers. It also introduced an identity for its coffee that is called 'joe'.
The brand was founded by Ese Emerhi who was driven by her love for coffee and her desire to create a quiet space for people to hang out during the day. She explained this in an interview with #StartupPortHarcourt.
"I relocated back to Nigeria in 2014, and as a coffee lover, I noticed that in Port Harcourt at least at that time, there were no spaces or collaborative spaces, coffee shops in particular, that people could come to spend the afternoon or a Sunday morning in a quiet conducive space, so I decided to create a space where I would be comfortable in here in Port Harcourt".
In the interview, she also shared the vision for Marley and Blue. In her words;
The brand sure did have such a great start and is already making a statement in Port Harcourt. Though we do not know what the future holds for this brand, one thing is for sure, we will definitely be looking out to see if it sustains its music!
Let us get your feedback in the comment section if you have had a feel of Marley and Blue…
Written by Jennifer Chioma Amadi
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Problems are ever-present in the world and every entrepreneur must be brave enough to face them in their businesses and take total responsibility when they come. In fact, problems are the most predominant element that makes up a business because enterprises are created to either solve a new problem or tackle an existing one.
In every organization, there are two types of problems – external and internal – that needs to be constantly addressed in order to keep work going smoothly. It is often easier to look out for external problems and neglect the internal ones, which can cause more harm to the establishment. We were reminded of this due to the recent temporal shut down of Nigeria's pioneer motorbike hailing service, Gokada.
The rather abrupt decision taken by the CEO, Fahim Saleh, was because of an inefficiency he observed when he used the Gokada service. He was forced to halt the company's services after the series of frustration he experienced while he was on board. In his narrative on Medium, he highlighted the different hiccups the services had.
"A little over a week ago I had taken a Gokada hoping to avoid traffic to get to the mainland bridge from VI," he began.
He stated that his request for a pilot through the Gokada app was delayed,
"I opened the Gokada app, requested, got a pilot, and waited patiently for him to arrive. I called to confirm my location which the pilot said he knew. Five minutes passed by and the pilot had not moved. Another five minutes passed and the pilot was going in the wrong direction. After fifteen minutes and three phone calls, the pilot finally arrived at which point I'm thinking it might have been faster to take a car all the way through."
After the pilot's late arrival, Fahim had more disappointments rolling in. He was particularly displeased with the pilot's incompetency, which was totally against the mission of the brand.
"Upon questioning the pilot, I learned that he didn't use GPS on his phone because the earplugs he had were broken. Irritated, I motioned him to get started with the ride as I was in a hurry. It should be pretty obvious how to get to the mainland bridge from VI, so I didn't concern myself with providing him directions but I knew from Google Maps using the best route, it should only take 10 –15 minutes. After about 15 minutes, we were still on the road. I hastily took out my phone and did a quick input of the directions to the bridge and realized we were still 15 minutes away. This pilot had taken a long route to get to the bridge, one that would have been completely avoided had he used the map. I motioned that I would direct him based on the Google Maps navigation. Unfortunately, just as we were about to reach the bridge I directed the pilot to a wrong turn which would have required us to turn all the way around. At this point, it was obvious that a car would have been much faster even with all the traffic. How could I be the CEO of Gokada, the company that pioneered motorcycle ride-hailing in Nigeria and be saying this? I was disappointed in Gokada but most of all, I was disappointed in myself," he lamented.
General opinion regards the action as rather too drastic and risky considering the stiff competition in business. Fahim believes that it was the only way to tackle such a situation else, it grows worse and unmanageable. "Big problems require big solutions," he said.
On the other hand, some analysts suggest that the shutdown of Gokada is not unconnected to the bullish strategies of ORide by Opay a Startup powered by Opera. We shall be observing to see how things play out and if Gokada will indeed bounce back better and stronger.
Fahim mentioned that the downtime would be used to restructure the company and train the drivers. He assured customers that the new version Gokada 2.O would be better than their previous experience,
"We can only win by doing right to our customers and our pilots. That is why today I am excited to announce our Gokada 2.0 initiative…we firmly believe that when you want to get somewhere fast, safe, and hassle-free — there won't be any other app you'd want to open other than Gokada."
Written by Jennifer Chioma Amadi
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On the 3rd of August 2019, the city of Port Harcourt was smoking hot with fumes from roasted plantain and fish engulfing the atmosphere, dust raised by thousands of people, and beats of different types of music blaring from speakers. The fuss and the standstill traffic were evidence that Bole Festival 2019 had taken over the town.
It baffled a lot of persons that a single event organized by just one brand had the ability to pull such crowd and literally turned the very quiet Obi Wali center to a beehive. The crowd was a mix of regular fun-loving individuals, on-air personalities (OAPs), and press agents from different media houses were present to capture every moment of the event.
But then the main VIPs of the festival were the wide range of vendors who made their products and services available to spectators and buyers. The highlight, however, were the entertainers invited to light up the event. It is safe to say that the event would have been nothing without the blend of people present that day.
Away from the jamboree, now let's look deeper to see why Bole Festival was a huge success. Everyone who has ever tried to plan a project or host an event would certainly agree that it is not an easy feat! No matter how small that project or event, it requires a hundred percent brainstorming, planning, and organization to have an excellent execution. It was evident that the Bole Festival was well planned which is why we think the team deserved some applause. So here are a few things we observed;
Good Social Media Strategy: For a brand seeking to attract hundreds of people from around Nigeria and outside the country, it must leverage the power of social media. Being its fourth edition in the business of hosting the event, the Bole Festival crew made good use of their social media platforms to spread the word about the event. In the social media campaign, they focused on the fun facts about the festival while they watered the appetite of potential attendees with promises they couldn't resist. We dare say the crew kept their promises. They also made good use of hashtags which flowed with their theme for this year, Our Taste, Our Culture, which resonated with the people.
Easy Payment: One thing customers dread is going through too much hassle to pay for a product or service. And their fear of online payment is endless! So including the option of online payment is sometimes a risk that only brave brands opt for. Yet the Festival's crew was able to make the payment process, especially the online option, seamless. With just a few clicks on an internet-connected mobile phone, most attendees were able to purchase their tickets which was immediately sent to their emails. Several outlets in strategic places for the buying of tickets were utilized as well.
Partnership: Getting partners that believe and support a brand to the fullest is usually one of the toughest parts for most brands. However, Bole Festival has been able to break that limiting factor as it had quite a lot of sponsors and partners. Well, one thing is for sure, the brand must have proven itself worthy enough for partnership. Remember the first thought on every partner's mind is "what's in it for me?"
Variety: Though the main event is centered on bole, it was refreshing to have other options displayed by different vendors. This also presents the Bole Festival as an umbrella that houses and supports different types of brands especially SMEs. It speaks a lot about Bole Festival's core values.
You can see more photos and videos at BOLE FESTIVAL
So, there you go! Those are our observations, but we would love to hear yours. Tell us what you think about Bole Festival in the comment section.
Written by Jennifer Chioma Amadi
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This award of recognition compiled by Mapemond Resources is the first of its kind for the organisation. This premier edition recognises both organisational and personal brands that have consistently created positive awareness and influence in the city of Port Harcourt and are completely changing the narratives in their various sectors against all odds. The awards are in no particular order and totally based on our observations and research.
We believe this could birth several other award categories with the sole purpose of supporting and promoting enterprise and community leadership.
- Chinonso Kennedy Iwuh: BOLE FESTIVAL (for promoting Port Harcourt's culinary export, Bole)
Bole Festival, a yearly food fair hosted by Chinonso and his team in the city of Port Harcourt started in 2017. It serves as a platform for Bole Vendors to display and promote their uniqueness and creativity in an atmosphere of zest and music. With two editions so far, the Bole Festival has attracted hundreds of food lovers thereby creating more awareness for Port Harcourt, the acclaimed Bole City. Thanks to Chinonso, Mayolein and their amazing Supporters!
2. Ibinabo Amakiri: THE CREATIVE HUB (bringing creative artists together)
In a bid to solve the problem of workspace affecting creatives in Port Harcourt, Ibinabo Amakiri took the bold step to start a centre for creative minds, The Creative Hub. The hub opened on the 13th of January 2018 and since then it has become a safe space for Creative Entrepreneurs in Port Harcourt. It has hosted a lot of events and trainings from photography to music to handcraft and more, possibly the first of its kind in Port Harcourt. Thanks to an original afro woman, Aunty Ibinabo and her team!
3. Bruce Lucas: OLOTU SQUARE (building the tech community)
Since its inception, Olotu Square has provided workspace with constant power supply and internet to a budding community of tech enthusiasts, entrepreneurs and start-ups, assisting them with resources and partnership. It also provides these start-ups with business support, mentorship, incubation and relevant business network. Its team of creative designers and developers work tirelessly to build digital products that solve real needs. Quietly, Olotu Square is empowering the evolution of the average young mind across the Niger Delta region. Thanks to Chief Bruce and his square squad!
4. Uche Aniche: #STARTUPSOUTH [Startup ecosystem builder]
#StartupSouth is an initiative that convenes policy makers, business leaders, professionals, start-up founders, investors and stakeholders from all walks of life to a chosen city within the South-South and South-East region of Nigeria annually. It achieves this by organising yearly conferences packed with Fireside chats and pitch sessions to inspire emerging and aspiring start-ups.
One of #StartupSouth's goals is to link active communities and clusters in target cities/states. The first formal angel investment network in the South-South and South-East region, SSEAN, was birthed through the Start-up South initiative and its strategic partners.
Startup South has so far hosted four conferences with the fifth underway later this year, through these conferences the initiative has reached over 70 Startup Teams and over 5000 Participants cumulatively. Thanks to the Field Marshall, Uche and everyone making it happen!
5. EBENEZER WIKINA (Glocal Media Impact)
Ebenezer Wikina is a 27-year-old successful online journalist who started his career as a blogger using a small Nokia phone and is now an international figure. He hosted an interview series called 'The Stroll' through which he has engaged over 120 global leaders and professionals including;
- Amina Mohammed (Deputy United Nations Secretary General)
- Mr Michael Moller (Director-General, United Nations Office Geneva)
- Elsie Kanza (Head of Africa, World Economic Forum)
- Rt. Hon Ken Macintosh (Presiding Officer, Scottish Parliament)
- Crown Prince Haakon Magnus (Crown Prince of Norway)
- Richard Wurman (Founder of TED)
- Stephen Sackur (Host, BBC HARDtalk)
- The CNN Freedom Project
- Femi Oke (Host of Al Jazeera's 'The Stream')
- And many others
Ebenezer is a recipient of several awards/recognitions such as: Soundcity Africa MVP award for Community Development (2019); The Future Award for Public Service (2018); Fellow, British Council's Future News Worldwide (2018); Fellow, Global Investigative Journalism Network (2017); and Port Harcourt Business and People's Award (2015). Keep soaring, Ebeni!
6. KEN SARO WIWA INNOVATION HUB (youth development through tech)
Named after the late Icon, Ken Saro Wiwa Innovation Hub is priming a new breed of young people in a part of town that was once known for a high level of youth restiveness. This for us at Mapemond is real impact and worthy of recognition. The hub has been a knowledge exchange centre were stakeholders in the Tech industry involving designers, developers, programmers, data analysts and entrepreneurs share ideas and knowledge for the greater advancement of businesses and technology in the state.
Under the leadership of Gino Osahon the manager, the hub has successfully hosted more than 20 Tech events since November 2017 and brought over 40 developers from all parts of the country to build quite a number of solutions that aid Startup SMEs and entrepreneurs in the Niger Delta. Shout out to all crew members of KSWIH!
7. Donald Okudu: TEDx PORT HARCOURT (telling stories that matter)
TEDxPortHarcourt started in 2014 when Donald Okudu became a primary licensee to host the independent version of TED Talk. This TEDx program is strategically organised to promote ideas that are worth sharing which eventually would shape people's perspective about different subject matters.
For the past five years, TEDxPortHarcourt conferences have convened several speakers giving each a platform to share innovative ideas here in the city of Port Harcourt. With Donald Okudu spearheading it, the project continues to evolve and initiate more programs asides the regular. A recently added program is TEDxPortHarcourt Salon, a mixture of talks, workshops and interaction, organised ahead of the main event in November.
We heard from a bird that TEDxPortHarcourt organizes the best salons across the globe. Thanks to Senibo Donald and crew!
8. Kenneth George Kalio: Port Harcourt International Food Festival (promoting food culture)
The Port Harcourt International Food Festival is one of the most prestigious food festivals in Port Harcourt. It has gained its popularity from creative display of rich varieties of food, exotic drinks, and remarkable moments. Yearly, it attracts food vendors, culinary and lifestyle enthusiasts who explore different food cultures.
The food festival has awakened the interest of many towards the food and lifestyle industry in Port Harcourt thereby bringing about visibility, promoting growth and celebrating the culture of the city. Thank you Iyo and the Volunteers!
9. TECH CREEK (bridging the gap between public and private tech initiatives)
TechCreek is an environment for nurturing young and innovative entrepreneurs in Port Harcourt and influencing their lives with trendy digital and IT skills. It is involved in community development thereby adding its quota to the 'new economy' of Rivers State.
TechCreek has made tremendous impact through regular free trainings on different skills. It has provided a conducive environment for ICT enthusiasts to work and providing an open Wi-Fi connection that enables users gain access to the internet for both personal and business purposes. It has also played host to several tech and non-tech events from Fashion to TEDx to Employability Bootcamps and more. Thanks to the Creekers!
10. Tonye Briggs: Port Harcourt in Pictures (visual story telling)
Port Harcourt in Pictures is an initiative that has proven the statement, "pictures tell a thousand stories" true. Since its inception, it has continued to tell the story of Port Harcourt through several breath taking snapshots of the city.
Tonye Briggs (@tyBRIGGS) is the brain behind this brilliant concept, @phcinpictures, that serves as a guide for strangers as it highlights places, events, food, and job opportunities in the city. The brand has further promoted Port Harcourt's culture and created more awareness for the emerging city. Keep up the good work, Tonye!
11. STEADY RUN (for promoting a culture of fitness)
Steady Run Club is a popular fitness club that promotes health and wellness. Steady Idisi in the city of Port Harcourt, Nigeria, where it carries out its health related campaigns, founded it. Steady Run, known for its consistency and creativity also organized a half-marathon in 2018. Every Sunday evening, the club selects a particular area in the city where members converge to run and network. Thank you for keeping Port Harcourt fit!
12. Esther Nweje: ZINNY STYLES (for keeping the fashion space lit)
Zinny Styles is a bespoke brand that deals in image management for both personal and corporate brands, enhancing fashion and lifestyle in Port Harcourt. This exceptional brand is spearheaded by Esther Nweje, an entrepreneur and image consultant. She is also a TV presenter on Silverbird TV, where she hosts her show His and Hers. Esther progressively remains creative through special events she organises such as the Zinny Night of Style and others. Hey Zinny, you go girl!
13. Global Shapers Community (for empowering young individuals)
Global Shapers Community Port Harcourt, a sub-branch of the World Economic Forum's initiative, has been in the business of empowering young people who will serve as change agents locally, regionally and globally. This community of impact driven young leaders regardless of the huge barriers and societal setbacks have continued to challenge the status quo. Since the hub's inception in Port Harcourt, the global shapers have consistently initiated and implemented several projects geared towards social and community change. They have indeed proven that change begins with each of us. Up, Shapers!
14. Richard Chilee (an exceptional consultant)
Richard Chile is the founder of Richard & Malcolm Consultancy; a business development and management consultancy firm established in 2016, with the aim of aiding business ventures in their quest for business success. As a certified Management Consultant, Richard serves as the principal consultant and through this medium, he has helped many businesses and business owners stand strong. Join us and appreciate an Enabler, Richard!
15. Emeka Nobis (an outstanding personal brand)
Emeka Nobis, is a classic writer, blogger, Thought Leader, Coach, Business Consultant and Trainer, a Husband and a Father of three beautiful kids. Emeka is a man who understands the relevance of our individual innate gifts to humanity.
This understanding was what influenced his decision to resign from a multinational oil servicing company, with which he had worked for ten years as a Mechanical Engineer to focus on creating a platform that would aid in building people to become exceptional in sharing their unique messages with humanity, not held back by fear, doubt or confusion. He has also given himself to encouraging and helping people build profitable business systems that would bring back good yield.
- He serves as Brand Ambassador to multiple organizations.
- He is a social media influencer in every sense of the term.
- He is the founder of the Facebook Group – Pen and Ink Matters
- He's a TEDx Speaker and has been invited to speak on reputable Radio stations such as Nigeria Info FM, Rhythm FM, Wazobia FM, to mention a few.
- He has also featured in lots and lots of prints and digitals media.
- He has authored 11 books in total (4 free books and 7 paid books) including 'Grow Your Platform' and 'Four Foot Five: Hidden Parts That Build Businesses'
Emeka has also used his growing influence to raise funds (crowd funding) for individuals who have at some point been knocked down by life and could not help themselves. He is a man of compassion and has made the writing career become more enviable and respected within his sphere of influence. We celebrate you, Emmyboy!
16. Onimim Fifi Karibo: Fifi's Food House (making food fun)
The spontaneous Onimim Fifi Karibo, through her consistency in blowing our minds away with good food has earned our recognition. As a young entrepreneur, Fifi started her food business in March 2016. We could not help but recognize the love and humour with which Fifi sells her food business. Fiyeba, thanks for cheering our hearts and bellies each passing day!
17. Oseyomon Ighodaloh: Bamboo Real Estate (he means business)
Oseyomon is the founder of Bamboo Real Estate, a company he founded in 2018 with the goal of getting the younger generation to become land owners through the company's convenient payment plan that takes consideration of their income.
Still a young venture, Oseyomon has shown guts and zeal that many entrepreneurs with older ventures are yet to show. Bamboo just could not escape our attention with how seriously they take Brand Visibility, something dear to our hearts!
In the words of Bamboo, "DON'T WAIT TO BUY LAND, BUY LAND AND WAIT." Kudos to the Bamboo gang!
18. Bereni D. Fiberesima: Startup Port Harcourt (a startup community pillar)
Startup Port Harcourt is the community of startup founders and enthusiasts in Port Harcourt, their mission is to support and engender the growth of scalable ventures in the city. Bereni Fiberesima, the founder of Netopps, coordinates Startup Port Harcourt. The community organizes an annual one-week long event called Startup Port Harcourt Week where discussions that shapes the ecosystem occur. Thank you for all you do, Sir Bereni!
19. Yibo Koko: Seki Dance (something good from the mangroves)
Seki dance is a comeback of the Niger Delta's heritage and culture. It is portrayed in a well-defined cultural dance, where the dancers array themselves in an attire to maintain the culture and norm of the Niger Delta people and Africa as a whole.
He designed the Rivers State carnival popularly called CARNIRIV in 2008 and was appointed Creative Consultant to Masta Blasta Band, Calabar Carnival. He also served as Concept Designer/implementation and delivery – People of The World Band, Nottinghill Carnival emerging with an award for 'Best Float Nottinghill Carnival London 2013. Yibo Koko has featured on CNN's programme, African Voices, during which he displayed the Seki dance to the world. All these and many more has made Yibo a Niger Delta darling. Well done, Uncle Yibs!
20. Ugochukwu Nkwocha: 9JACODEKIDS (catching them young)
Since its inception in 2016, 9JaCodeKids has been teaching kids between the ages of 4-16 to develop coding skills for Web Designing, Mobile App Design, Robotics and Artificial Intelligence. Some of the kids Ugochukwu has trained recently featured on BBC and as a result, he has been a guest at media houses to share his story. He was even a guest at Channels TV most recently.
This recognition award is specifically because no day passes by without Ugochukwu talking about his work and he pays attention to the essentials of business development and branding, the very things our heart beats for. Kudos to Ugochukwu and the awesome minds working with him!
21. Wendy Prince Amahdi : WOMEN IN PORT HARCOURT (for supporting business women)
Wendy is unarguably one of the most notable business influencers in Port Harcourt connecting entrepreneurs and customers on a single social media platform, Instagram. Her platform has grown constantly over the months and she has been of tremendous support to both customers seeking guidance and vendors seeking audience.
Lately, she started compiling a database of vendors that will be readily accessible to her teeming followers. We also gathered that she has partners who provide photography and videography services at affordable rates to vendors seeking to create visual content for their products and services.
If there is such a thing as a Digital Amazon, Wendy is our pick!
22. Nnamdi Ibe: Excel and Grace (making business sense)
Nnamdi Ibe is a business consultant who has worked with several business owners in different industries including health care, FCMG, Banking, Education, Manufacturing, etc Nnamdi employs his wealth of experience and knowledge in the managerial field to ensure that every business he works with receives a significant level of transformation in how they conduct business.
Keep leading and building, Mazi Nnamdi!
23. Serena Francis: Super Woman Connect (empowering young ladies)
Serena Francis is a trainer, content creator and social entrepreneur. She has worked with many young women to give them a firmer grip in their businesses through her organisation, SuperWoman. Her mission is aimed at building and supporting women to actualize their highest potentials in any field of life. She achieves this through regular online and offline trainings and mentorship programs.
Soar higher, Superwoman!
24. Jennifer Nkem-Eneanya: Script Writer (from words to motion pictures)
Jennifer Nkem-Eneanya is a Content Developer, Screenwriter, Editor, Social Media Manager and Legal Practitioner who believes in the power of the media to engender positive change. She is the former Vice Curator of the Port Harcourt Global Shapers Hub, an initiative of the World Economic Forum and an advocate for the Sustainable Development Goals.
She is the founding Editor-in-Chief of Konnect Africa, an online media publication dedicated to building leaders and inspiring entrepreneurship in Africa. Jennifer is presently the Lead Curator at Metamorph Publications, a content development firm whose services include screenwriting, editing and communications facilitation. When she is not writing, she acts as a master of ceremonies and on-air personality with the jury on Nigeria Info FM. Way to go, Jenny!
25. Boma Peters: START IT UP SHOW (Empowering PH Startups)
Boma Peters is the Co-Founder, Lead Developer at Fourthman Concepts Limited. He is a Port Harcourt based blogger and a software developer. Boma Peters is committed to mentoring young entrepreneurs and developing the Startup community in Port Harcourt.
He is the host of the Start It Up show airing on Rhythm 93.7 every Tuesday morning in Port Harcourt. He uses this platform to inspire, educate and showcase Startups and enthusiasts in the City.
Well done, Chief Boma!
26. Emily Wale-Koya: Personal Brand Influencer (creating personal brand awareness)
Emily is an infectious motivational speaker, and business consultant, who is on rampage to arm individuals and organizations with the tools needed to build their lives and businesses. She ventured into entrepreneurship from her university days and has garnered over 16 years of experience in business.
Her first digital product (an audio recording) made her six figures within two weeks. She wrote her first book in a week and with a 4-month-old baby in hand. Today, she is the proud founder of The School of Personal Branding, her online school where she sells e-courses on business, digital marketing and personal branding.
Notable outfits have interviewed Emily across the country and presently, she is one of the biggest sensation on Instagram, helping young women and men alike build their page and make money while at it. Keep soaring, Emily!
27. Mayowa Daramola: Wazobia Max TV (an amazing presenter)
Mayowa Daramola is a graduate of Geology who developed himself into a TV Host/Compere. He has gradually gained mastery in media and has become a sensation you cannot ignore. He is the host of "SHOW BIZ WEEKLY" and co-host of "GUDU MORNING NAIJA SHOW" on Wazobia Max TV, Port Harcourt. Mayowa is a skilled public speaker, vlogger and the Team Lead of Tab Conference (A yearly inspirational career conference). He best describes himself as a source of inspiration.
Keep the inspiration going, Mayowa!
28. Leemene Sampson: Wednesday People (Inspiring lives every Wednesday)
Leemene is a motivational speaker known for her weekly series on Facebook, WEDNESDAY PEOPLE. She uses the platform to inspire and encourage people to live right. Leemene's drive for creating a lasting impact in the society birthed her initiative, Impact Generation with Lee.
Her story is a perfect blend of beauty, brains and purposeful use of social media. Well done, Lady Lee!
29. Mayolein Mac-Donald: Bole Festival
Mayolein Mac-Donald is the co-founder of the famous Bole Festival, a yearly food fair aimed at promoting Port Harcourt's premium export, Bole! The event, which launched in 2017, has become one of the most anticipated festivals in Port Harcourt. Bole Festival has created an avenue for food vendors and food lovers to connect, eat, and have fun in the garden City.
Well done Mayo, we love what you are doing!
30. Promise Excel: Ignite PH (Inspiring a new breed of youths)
Promise is a writer, digital entrepreneur and founder of MaverickExcel.com. He is the Co-founder of Ignite Port Harcourt, which started in April 2016. Since then the platform has been one of the fastest growing community of forward thinking youths in the city of Port Harcourt. Promise is dedicated to inspiring young people, business individuals and personal brands to achieve success leveraging the digital space.
Keep going, the maverick Promise!
31. Paul Confidence: Ignite PH (Inspiring a new breed of youths)
Paul is a marketing consultant, a new media strategist and community growth strategist. He is Co-founder of the popular Ignite Port Harcourt, which began in April 2016. Guest mentors have groomed many young and aspiring entrepreneurs through the platform. Paul is vision driven and continues to affect the lives of young people, businesses and the society. Keep the impact going, Paul!
32. Susan Charles: BirchHill Education (Improving education administration)
Many persons lament the depreciating quality of education in Nigeria, but Susan's gaze is fixed on the other direction – solutions. Susan is the Lead Consultant at BirchHill Educational Services, a firm through which she is making tremendous impact on administration of education.
In addition to the numerous solutions being offered to schools, Susan's BirchHill recently launched a teachers' academy to groom both practicing and aspiring teachers to be more suitable for today's educational demands.
Special thanks to Susan and her folks at BircHill!
33 Ibelema Greene: The Greene Company (A Pro Teen Coach)
Ibelema is passionate about toddlers and teenagers and has grown herself to master how to relate with them.
Although she's a trained lawyer by profession, her work with tods and teens has tremendously impacted many families within the country, who can boast of better communication between children and their parents, teenagers who have acquired critical life and soft skills which they start their businesses and thrive in their chosen career paths.
Thank you Ibelema for being a much needed support for many parents and families out there!
34 Ovundah Nyeche: #HearWord (Social commentary and public enlightenment)
Ovundah is a medical practitioner who leverages his social media platforms and website to enlighten his readers and the public at large on a wide range of issues within the scope of health, personal development and contemporary stuff.
He passes his messages through his writings and public speaking engagements. Ovundah has gained fame for his series #HearWord, a clever means of communicating salient points with a good sense of humor.
We celebrate Ovundah for being a voice of reason.
35 House of Ceremonies: Eventertainer (making fairytales happen)
And this is about our favourite! It's not news that sibling business partnership hardly ever works, especially in this part of the world but the brains behind this incredible brand have defied the odds. Through their great bond as siblings and their similarity in strength and passion, the Ekwale Sisters have built HOC Events to bring a bit of enchantment into people's lives through their great event management and organization skills.
The HOC brand has been in existence for over six years and counting. The most amazing part of what they do is how they are able to pull off surprise celebrations 100% and a pleasant twist to every event they execute.
Thanks Eromo and Ogho for making our special moments more memorable!
We have more on the list but we are still following their unfolding story and activities closely; hopefully, they will be featured in the next edition. Keep working, keep building, and keep influencing your space for good!
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Port Harcourt's Most Preferred Cinema
During the week we asked for opinions from people on social media on their most preferred cinemas in Port Harcourt and we got lots of interesting responses.
While 65% preferred Filmhouse due to larger screens, good sound quality and other side attractions, 30% preferred the serene and clean environment that comes with seeing a movie at Genesis Deluxe Cinema and 5% chose Pepperoni over others only because of its proximity to their houses.
Although they do have their shortcomings, this Cinema brands after a few years of operation certainly look like they've come to stay.
Well, only hard work, consistency and exceptional customer service will tell!
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City Brands: Seven Cool Hangout Spots in the City of Port Harcourt
Life in the city of Port Harcourt could sometimes be monotonous and boring but there are some cool hangout spots to go chill and relax, at weekends, holidays or anytime you desire. In no particular order, they are:
1 Faarah's Coffee Lounge
Faarah is known for its touch of class and the inspiration it gives visitors. As you step into the premise, the serenity offers you a warm embrace and whether you love outdoor, indoor or the lounge setting, you have it all there. There is the cozy lounge, a restaurant with chef on standby, private lounges, luxury accommodation, VIP lounge, poolside lounge and then an exotic conference room. We guess you are wondering how a coffee shop has all these in place. Well, as they say at Faarah – it is not about the coffee!
Faarah is located at 37A Aba Road by CFC Bus-Stop, right between Ogbunabali and Old GRA, the street with interlocking stones right beside the power sub-station. You can contact them via social media @Faarahcoffeelounge or www.faarahgroup.com
2 Pleasure Park
This is one of the most popular places in the city of Port Harcourt. It offers both individuals, families and groups a feel of what a park is like with activities ranging from just a walk to the tower climbing, children train rides, bouncing castles, pedal boats, cinema, paintballing and much more. If none of these activities ticks your fancy, then you just may love the nighttime when everywhere is calm and you interact directly with nature as calm music plays from the restaurant/bar.
Pleasure Park is located between Bori Camp and Airforce Junction, along Aba Road, Port Harcourt. You can reach the management via 09060022295, 0909911060 or firstname.lastname@example.com
3 Woodhouse Café
If you desire a setting that just is not the norm, particularly in terms of interior layout and furnishing, then you would love Wood House Café! The feeling of having breakfast, lunch or dinner at Woodhouse gives you a sense of being in some Western Cafe.
From a display of vintage art to board games, free Wifi, books, cocktails, special delicacies, milkshakes, and a rooftop bar, Woodhouse makes a soothing relaxation experience!
Woodhouse Café is located in same premises with Azny Place, 3 Louis Drive, Off Sabi Abacha Road, Port Harcourt or you can reach them via Social Media @woodhousecafe or Phone Call 08184479600.
4 Genesis Sky Bar
Situated at the top of the Genesis Centre building, Sky Bar gives you a pleasant view of Port Harcourt at night, which is when the bar is fully operationally. If you are football fan, lover of music, with a lot to eat and drink, then Sky Bar is a good relaxation spot!
Sky Bar is located at the 4th floor of the Genesis Centre at 53 Tombia Street, GRA, Port Harcourt and they can be reached on phone via 08052197655.
5 Kode 9
Kode 9 is an upbeat hangout spot with side attractions to their food and drinks. You can play games, just sit-out and enjoy the company of friends, listen to good music, have casual meetings or even a group party.
Kode 9 is located
at 21b Ezimgbu Link Road (Mummy B), off Stadium Road or GRA Junction, Port
Harcourt and can be reached via 09090191684 or social media @kode9portharcourt
6 Skyfall Mega Lounge
This lounge has its name inspired by the famous James Bond movie, Skyfall. It is a rooftop lounge and if you are looking for that rooftop experience, this is a place to enjoy good vibe and music blended with nature.
Skyfall is located at 5th and 6th floor, Mattano Complex, No1 Kaboo Close, New Airport Road, Eliozu and you can find them on social media @skyfallmegalounge.
7 Corner Store Café
Do you fancy the good life of sipping a variety of well-blended coffee, tea, milkshakes, cocktails, or maybe eating Gourmet burgers, salad, pancakes, bacon and lots more in soothing ambience? Corner Store lures you to the place where quality food meets ambience.
They are located at 14 Tombia Street GRA2, Port Harcourt and you can reach them on social media @cornerstoreph
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The city of Port Harcourt has many food vendors but few actually go the extra mile of "belly pleasing" you right on time. It is safe to say that this business model is one that gives the brands on our list the competitive advantage they enjoy.
Of course, most major players like Kilimanjaro, Jevinik, Dominos, and Genesis offer this service, but these big players aren't our focus.
So! Whether you're just too tired to leave the house or office or you don't want the hassle of getting into your kitchen, you can call on any of these brands to deliver your meal just in time.
1. Fifi's Food House
Known for their sumptuous African and continental dishes with an interesting culinary twist most of the time. They also cater for parties, small events and those with idle kitchens. In their words,
We love to feed you!
You can reach them via Whatsapp/Call: 08125905413 or Social Media: Fifi's Food House
2. BigKitchen NG
Big Kitchen is famous for their mouth watery burgers, chips, chicken and sausages. They are the self-acclaimed Africa's Number 1 Online Burger Shop.
You can reach them via their website or 08136114246.
3. Wenex Kitchen
Wenex Kitchen operates from GRA and has done a good job in popularizing their signature dish, Onunu (pounded yam and ripe plantain mixed with palm oil) and fresh fish pepper soup or stew. According to them,
It is not in our nature to keep people waiting.
You can reach them via call on 08034173694 or Social Media: Wenex Kitchen
4. Nostalgea Foods
If you love it classy but affordable, Nostalgea is your best bet for both Local and English delicacies, whether for breakfast, lunch or even dinner. In addition, they run their own bakery for home baked variety of bread options!
They are located at Peter Odili Road but you can reach them via 07038942882 or 08033517010
5. Collins Bukka
If you are big on African delicacies prepared and served in bukka style, then you may want to try Collins Bukka! Moreover, don't get it twisted, Collins Bukka is being operated by top-notch caterers with a premium sense of hygiene.
They are located at Peter Odili Road and you can reach them via 07015864403 or on Social media @CollinsBukka
6. Spicy Pot NG
There is a reason why they are called Spicy. If you want to find out why, just order their Asun, Peppered Snail, or any other option and you will testify.
They are a dial away via 08066120639 and on social media as @Spicypot.ng
7. Cuisine-n-Minutes
This isn't a food vendor! However, they offer you the perfect blend of convenience since they are an online food order and delivery company. Through them you get access to about 50 restaurants and food vendors to buy your food and get it delivered to your doorstep for just a little token!
You can reach them via their website, 09087001555, or on social media as @CuisineNminutes
Compiled by Donald Alaye
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One of the toughest parts of being the head of an organisation is having someone whom you trust to oversee the affairs of the business whenever you are absent. Most employers and heads of departments would agree that trustworthy employees or team members are hard to come by these days. A lot of organisations have been ruined by dubious staff who take pleasure in pilfering or watching the organisation lose revenue.
Oblivious to the cunning activities of the employees, some employers continue to feed on the lies of their staff. When the company's sales deteriorates, they bear the blame thinking they are incompetent or ineffective. Asides from the worries it brings to the employer, it drives some businesses to their untimely end and puts the employer in emotional distress.
Often, we conclude too easily that only junior staff are involved in these despicable acts but most times when uncovering the truth, senior staff are usually involved in such deeds. This revelation most often than not leaves the employer in shock, wondering the reasons behind the perpetrators' decision. In the passing of time, these employers or top-level managers become distrusting of virtually every staff.
Kwani's story depicts a typical scenario of what happens in most known organisations. Here is a narration of Kwani's tempting experience.
It was dusk and everyone was clearing his or her work desk, ready to shutdown for the day's work. Kwani who was new in the company curiously watched some staff speak in hush voices and act in suspicious ways. He had noticed these same moves over the past weeks and had enquired from one of his colleagues why they usually stayed behind after the close of work. As expected, his colleagues gave a casual response that only raised Kwani's curiosity. His colleagues had said, "We carry out some confidential assignments for the company. Only those involved get to know. If you are interested. Let me know."
Rather than ask them again, Kwani decided to sneak up on them to find out what the confidential task was. Tracing their steps but maintaining a reasonable distance so he is not sighted, Kwani followed them into the dark warehouse, and he became more perplexed. While three persons took out fifty cartons of the company's products, two others dashed out to open the back gate for some strangers who drove in with a truck.
He silently observed as they loaded the vehicle with the products and received some amount of cash in return. They chatted and cheered as they carried out their transaction. Kwani stood in a corner, confused about his next step. As they were rounding up, Kwani quickly walked out. He spent the next day torn apart, part of him wanted to report the perpetrators and the other part wanted to join them at least to earn more money for himself. After dealing with the dilemmatic intrapersonal conversation, he decided to report the act.
That day, he contacted the HR manager and informed her about his findings. She thanked and assured him of an immediate action against those were working against the progress of the company. Unfortunately, two months later, Kwani was rewarded for his integrity but got fired some weeks after. When he made enquiries about why he was sacked, he found out that one of the Managers was spearheading the operations. Kwani continued to blame himself for exposing those behind the act, maybe joining them would have been the best option.
Knowing that no business ever thrives without the right set of persons working behind them, what remedy can you proffer for staff disloyalty and pilfering? Once again, the need for effective systems and processes cannot be overemphasized.
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The ideology that one can only be a master in one field has been proven wrong, repeatedly. Sandra Ginikachi Stephen is one of those who have broken out of the norm. From being a trained Animal and Environmental Biologist, she veered off to an entirely new field where she currently works as a Visa Processor in a destination company.
Sandra, exploring more options available to her, is also involved in event styling and utilises her paper craft skill for interior and outdoor decoration. She has, through constant practicing, developed and mastered these skills for profitability.
Sandra acknowledges that her experience during work has instilled some indispensable values in her. "Working has impacted me in diverse ways. It has given me a sense of responsibility to my community and nation at large. Now I want to learn more, so I could give more. Working has also taught and is still teaching me patience."
During the course of working, Sandra has also acquired some level of direction socially. "It's brought some sort of focus to my social life. Now, I always have a target concerning my circle. How would this person assist in actualizing this? What solution can he/she proffer? How passionate is he/she with giving back to the nation and so on?"
Due to her remarkable career advancement, Sandra could be easily mistaken as one who had a background in her chosen field. However, she is quick to clear this perception. "What I do presently is way different from my course of study, I must say. I studied Animal and Environmental Biology but currently I am doing the job of a hospitality and tourism person. Not related in any way one would say."
Regardless of the fact that Sandra may have deviated from her course of study, she indicated she still has interest to explore career options in that line and considers her experience so far as an advantage. "Even though I still look forward to taking up a career in my field, I count this a plus."
In fact, she refers to career switch as a turn that could eventually lead one to their required career destination. "I wouldn't call it a change in career but with reference to the word 'career path', my current job is one of those turns we take."
Speaking about her work benefits, Sandra highlighted that asides the financial rewards, her job also creates an opportunity to build skills for personal growth. "There's a whole lot of growth and benefits accompanied with my job. Here, if you are focused, you'd develop skills that would help you successfully start up your own destination management firm with massive financial benefits attached"
Spotting tolerance as one of the major lessons she has learnt at work, Sandra noted that it is a vital quality one needs to survive in any organization. "Tolerance. Working in any organization requires a measure of tolerance and this one is not exempted. Experiences have taught me to be tolerant. Whatever happens at the workplace ends at the workplace."
Sandra also identified lessons that have contributed to her personal development. These lessons have equipped her with a wide range of skills and ethics that are relevant to her both as an individual and especially as an employee. "In my course of working, I have developed character. I have learnt and still learning the art of professionalism both within and without the work environment. My job is "risk". The first thing I learnt on resumption was learning to unlearn whatever I thought I knew. Even those occupying managerial positions still learn on the job. I have also learnt team work."
Financially, Sandra admitted she has had an impressive progression of income. "My work has helped me maintain a consistent financial lifestyle. Coupled with other financial benefits accompanying."
Despite her regular job, Sandra has her side hustle to back her up. She stated that her side hustle is birthed from her love for paper crafting. "I am a creative person. I love crafting. And taking it as a side hustle has had this way of keeping me active. It makes me ask questions like "how can this/that be done more creatively". I even apply this to my regular job."
She added that having a side job has liberated her from any chance of monotonousness that could lead to boredom and at the same time provides another source of income for her. "More so, for someone that gets bored easily, it helps me see the brighter side. I wouldn't also leave out the juicy feeling of having an extra flow of income."
In the aspect of work disadvantages, she stated that they were minute compared to the advantages. "More advantages than any disadvantage I can think of. My job bears up so much risk that could cost the company a lot of money. But you'd admit that every other job does too."
A challenge that Sandra classified as a positive one is the competitive spirit of workers in the organization who have given themselves to self-development in order to retain relevance. "I wouldn't call it a challenge or should I say it's a positive challenge. It is an organization where all or most of her staff are fighting to maintain relevance. Everyone working to be better every day in his or her different sections. More like positive energy."
Sandra advised young people to seek continuous growth and not dwell on past knowledge. She recommended constant improvement for anyone aspiring to advance career wise. "We all are still finding our feet. No one, even those at the top would ever admit that they have reached the apex. Everyone is trying to do more and be more. That is all you need to do – do more everyday. Do not settle. People are watching, opportunities are lurking and looking for the relentless. It will all work out someday. Even better than you ever imagined it."
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Friday, 7 September 2018
Mini Book for the Craftathon for Breast Cancer Care
Next Saturday 15th September, some friends and I are getting together to join in with the Craftathon for Breast Cancer Care - check out the FB page to see what it's all about. It all came from an idea hatched by the lovely Di Oliver and has grown into a massive event, which hopefully will raise lots of money for this very worthwhile cause.
To give us a fun project to work on as a group, I've put together some kits to create a mini book ...
We'll each have 18 sheets of double-sided patterned paper including lots of different colours and designs, so there will be plenty of scope for each of us to put our own twist on the design.
Here's my first prototype, after I'd added some scraps of ribbon to the binding ...
And I used some of the leftovers to create photocorners, pen clips and paperclip flags ...
If you would like to join us, you would be most welcome - I have put together a Word doc including all the instructions and dimensions, as well as a You Tube tutorial to follow along. There's another YT vid showing how to make the photo corners and things here. It's all free, but if you'd like to make a donation to the charity, it would be much appreciated - here's a link to the JustGiving page.
Thanks very much for visiting me today, hope you enjoy the tutorial and if you make a mini book of your own, please leave me a link, I'd love to see it :o)
See you again soon!!
Love Annie xxx
3 comments:
- Helen Wallace said...
Oh what a wonderful cause Annie and scrumptious goodies to make as well. Sadly I won't be able to take part, as we are heading off interstate to care for two Grand Girls; an 18 month and a 1 month old. We'll be away for 2 weeks. I hope it all goes well for you.
- 8 September 2018 at 06:55
- Val-Belle said...
You are so unbelievably creative and there is always something so different to see on your blog. I have missed my visits here and hopefully now I will manage my time better so as to enjoy my favourite haunts. I am absolutely going to check out the videos. You are so clever to have mastered that too... I can't get it right :/ Thank you for sharing your talent <3
- 8 September 2018 at 08:05
- Zsuzsa Karoly-Smith said...
This looks fantastic, Annie - I did wonder about those photo corners and you video explains so well how to make them! Have fun next Saturday! xx
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A company named Dalbar sells an annual study of investor behavior and relative investment returns to financial advisors. The chart below has been making the rounds. Advisors use it as a marketing tool to show potential clients just how poorly the average investor does versus aggregate market returns of various sectors and strategies. Unlike the other 20 year average returns shown on the chart, the "average investor" return reflects the impact of the amounts and timing of investment and disinvestment. In short, investors do poorly because they are poor at timing their allocation of funds within and between different asset classes. The other (market) average returns assume a constant level of investment. I suspect that a large proportion of the assets of the "average investor" are either directed or heavily influenced by a financial advisor. Presumably, this analysis is used by advisors to encourage investors to invest what they can over time into whatever mutual fund the advisor thinks will do well going forward.
Two messages here:
The most important factor in the dramatic difference is the sequence of returns and when theinvestor makes their investment. The Dalbar study points out that as poorly as the average investor does, they still do better than the systematic investor applying the dollar cost averaging approach, 33% better. Consider this simple example of the importance of the sequence of returns:
Even though there are long term bull and bear markets that can last 20-30 years, there are dramatic market downturns that occur about twice a decade and have severe impacts on your cumulative investment returns. The inability of most individual investors and their advisors to protect against market downside variation (draw down) is obfuscated with the marketing of long term average market return statistics and assertions about the risk-reduction value of diversification. The Dalbar report seems to confirm that most advisors and their clients lack viable methods for profitably allocating among stocks, bonds, sectors or geographies over time. Or maybe advisors do have workable methods, but must defer to their client's emotional reallocation choices in order to maintain relationships.
The average person is in specific funds for less than 4 years, largely through their companies 401K plans. When they change jobs they need to move their money into their next company's plan, which has different fund choices. Or, outside 401K plans, people just change advisors every so often for a variety of reasons. People are sold using the average rate of return charts that seem to indicate constant upward movements.
There are two points you need to remember.
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Forget about balance…
I might be fixin to make a few people uncomfortable or maybe you will just plain disagree with me but here it goes…forget about 'balance'.
It's a fairy tale, a myth, a dream, an illusive concept that you will never achieve. The sooner we can learn this lesson, the better. I used to run around like a chicken with my head cut off feeling stressed because I was not 'balanced'. If I had a penny for every time someone told me I needed to be more balanced, I'd be rich. If I had a penny for every time I told myself that very same thing, I'd be the richest person to have ever lived.
A few years ago I was thinking about how I could achieve this mystical 'balance' and it hit me! The problem with this concept is that we think of 'balance' as a scale that evenly distributes work and life. It's like trying to look like the airbrushed models on the front of fashion magazines, beautiful image but impossible to achieve.
I needed to change my paradigm. Then it hit me! I had one of those AH-HA moments when the light bulb went off. "Ding ding ding Lisa…balance is not a scale. It's a pendulum!" On one side is work and one side is life. At any one time, I may be all the way on the work side, all the way on the life side or somewhere in the middle. But here is the cool part…this change in my thought process helped me stay in the moment, no matter where the pendulum landed.
I now give myself permission to swing to the business side of the pendulum with intense focus and do the same by swinging to the life side of the pendulum with just as much vigor. I communicate this with my family and friends. "Today is all about us…let's go play" or "Today I need to get this project done, I won't be home for dinner."
At times a pendulum, propelled by inertia, swings back and forth….but eventually where does it land? Right in the middle.
Thinking about balance as a pendulum gives us permission to be in the moment and completely present no matter where the pendulum lands.
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BC Hydro helps Science World with energy-efficiency upgrade
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Science World is getting an energy-efficiency upgrade that showcases innovation – and BC Hydro is pleased to be very much involved.
BC Hydro is working with Science World on needs assessments and financial incentives for specific efficiency upgrades at the South False Creek facility. The partners are also teaming up on educational outreach initiatives.
"Science World's mission is to engage British Columbians in science and inspire future science and technology leadership in B.C.," said Bev Van Ruyven, Deputy CEO & Executive Vice President of BC Hydro. "We're thrilled to work with them in helping an already wonderful and highly recognizable facility achieve even more energy efficiencies and conservation innovations."
Bryan Tisdall, President and CEO of Science World, shared an impressive list of energy upgrades that are part of the facility's extensive renewal project, including:
- A new gallery with floor to ceiling windows that will double as solar panels, providing stunning city views and solar power generation.
- A plant-covered green roof that will provide cooling in the summer, insulation in the winter and energy savings.
- Solar thermal devices on south-facing walls that will produce hot water for washroom sinks.
- Building envelope renovations, along with the use of radiant heating in the main entrance.
- Energy-efficient LED fixtures in place of all dome lights, saving energy and improving light quality.
- Photovoltaic panels mounted on walls, the roof and many windows to capture the sun's energy and create even more electricity.
Tisdall also noted plans to engage Science World's visitors in conservation efforts, particularly during the BC Government-initiated Year of Science that runs through June 2011.
"[The Year of Science] is a partnership with stakeholders throughout the B.C. science community to increase awareness and interest in the importance of science and to understand the issues facing B.C. in developing science capacity," said Tisdall. "Science World has a legacy of science leadership in B.C. and we're pleased to engage in further activities to increase awareness around key science issues, including energy and conservation."
Energy conservation education initiatives at Science World include:
- The Our World gallery's introduction to alternative sources of electricity and ways to decrease personal energy consumption.
- A newly-created deck over the new addition on the west side, which will offer visitors the chance to learn about green roofs and different ways to use the sun's energy, from growing plants to making electricity and heating water.
- One of the City's first Electric Vehicle (EV) Fast Chargers will offer a look into the future of electric car charging where visitors will have the opportunity to interact with this new technology.
- SWITCH, an outdoor science park that offers visitors an insight into the daily uses of energy, home design innovation, transportation and food choices, waste and waste water treatment issues.
As part of the Year of Science, Science World is also bringing its live science shows beyond the walls of the beautiful dome. Science World's "On the Road" tour, which will include a focus on energy options and conservation, will engage schools throughout the province, providing teacher resources as well as community science celebrations to engage the communities.
"BC Hydro has provided the necessary support and tools to help Science World monitor progress and improvements in energy conservation," Van Ruyven stated. "Metering equipment and software will help turn the data into decision-making information on how to become even more energy-efficient. This information will obviously flow through to the public."
The partnership between BC Hydro and Science World is a success story that just keeps going.
Linda Mott is a program manager with BC Hydro commercial marketing.


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What is the Beer and Brewing Society?
The Beer and Brewing Society (BeerSoc) is a community for those with an appreciation for beer and an interest in brewing their own. If you have not had much (or any) experience with brewing or sampling beers we can provide a friendly atmosphere to get started.
What sort of events do you do?
We do various events as standard, we aim to organise various events and try to have an event at least once a week. These include:
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Membership is reasonably priced at £5 for Edinburgh University students, this will get you:
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With over 2,000 golf facilities available, it makes Canada the third largest golfing nation in the world. Courses like Cabot Cliffs that rank highly in the country, also feature in the top 100 golf courses in the world, making Canadian golf certainly not to be missed.
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Serving North-Central Arkansas. With rental properties found at various locations throughout our service area. Housing Choice Vouchers can be used anywhere in our service area.
Provides housing assistance to families, elderly & disabled individuals through programs like Public Housing, Section 8, Low Income Housing Tax Credits, HOME & Homeownership.
Residents have access to an array of supportive service programs, like counseling and education designed to maximize individual potential.
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Since the demand for housing assistance often exceeds the limited resources available to HUD and the local housing agencies, long waiting periods are common. In fact, a PHA may close its waiting list when it has more families on the list than can be assisted in the near future.
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Munich-based luxury accessories label MCM has been creating innovative and stylish travel products since 1976. Its new Dieter range for AW17 pays tribute to the city's glamorous heritage in a truly modern way.
The brand has revisited its classic designs, including the practical weekender and the sleek backpack, and reimagined them. The company's distinctive leather has been replaced by modern, hardwearing and waterproof nylon, giving new life and a sports-luxe appeal to designs that have stood the test of time.
MCM and the city of Munich are both synonymous with luxury and are both acclaimed by international travellers. The new Dieter collection reflects this combination. A chic autumnal palette of navy, burgundy and khaki gives elegant appeal to truly practical products. Thanks to the lightweight nylon used in the Dieter range, the items are easy to carry; this functional yet soft and luxurious fabric makes packing effortless and is perfect in accessories designed for a weekend getaway.
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High Usage Charge
As part of ongoing changes in electric rate reform across California, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) directed SDG&E and the other California investor-owned utilities to implement a High Usage Charge to encourage customers to conserve energy.
The High Usage Charge applies to customers on the Standard residential tiered plan whose energy use is above 400% of their baseline allowance, which is considered well above the typical usage for the average household. Once a customer reaches the High Usage Charge threshold, it triggers a higher price for all electricity used beyond the 400% mark for the remainder of that billing cycle.
For customers who reach the High Usage Charge, it can have a significant impact on their bill. SDG&E petitioned the CPUC to eliminate or suspend the High Usage Charge. That request was recently denied.
Customers can still avoid the High Usage Charge by enrolling in a Time-of-Use plan, which is not subject to the High Usage Charge.
In the coming months, SDG&E will pursue other bill relief options, such as eliminating seasonal pricing changes. Under the seasonal pricing structure, higher electricity prices go into effect during the summer months (June – October). Eliminating seasonal pricing would also require CPUC review and approval.
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The High Usage Charge is a higher price per kilowatt-hour above tier 2.
The outlined pricing has been rounded for illustrative purposes. Visit 'Total Electric Rates' for complete pricing schedules and additional pricing plan details.
The outlined pricing has been rounded for illustrative purposes. Visit Total Electric Rates for complete pricing schedules and additional pricing plan details.
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The Baseline Allowance is the amount of energy required to cover your basic household needs such as lighting, cooking, heating and refrigeration. Your individual baseline is reviewed and approved by the State of California and is determined by your climate zone, season number of days in your billing cycle and whether you're a gas-only or gas and electric customer.
How does knowing your baseline allowance help you avoid the High Usage Charge? The purpose of the High Usage Charge is to encourage energy conservation. This state-mandated charge only impacts you if your household exceed 400% of your baseline allowance. This is similar to how the data plan for your mobile phone works, where you're charged more for data use in excess of your allocated data. Knowing your baseline and managing when and how much energy you use may result in lowering your energy bills.
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- Second, sign up for alerts if you feel your electricity use could reach these levels.
- Third, take steps to manage your energy use to avoid the charge.
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- Set a spending goal and get email or text alerts when you've reached it.
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As a CARE customer, you're currently receiving a monthly bill discount of up to 38%. However, high electricity use may make you ineligible to continue receiving this discount. If you exceed four times the amount of your baseline allowance, you're subject to both the High Usage Charge and eligibility re-verification. The re-verification process will start with a separate letter sent from our CARE Program team.
Consider making changes to your home's energy use so you can avoid the High Usage Charge. If you're eligible, the Energy Savings Assistance Program could provide you with free energy-efficient home improvements that can make your home more comfortable and save you money now and for years to come.
The High Usage Charge is based on electricity use. To avoid the charge you need to use less than 400% of your baseline allowance. Be sure to sign up for alerts so you're aware of your energy use during the month. And you can follow these no-cost savings tips and low-cost savings tips to save money.
Time-of-Use pricing plans are not subject to the High Usage Charge. You can evaluate your available options in My Account.
It depends on several factors, such as high temperatures. Typically, there are about 100,000 customers in the region that will reach this level of electricity use one or more times in a year. There are about 1.3 million residential customers overall, so this is slightly less than 10% of all customers.
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Crossed legs are a very bad sign.Via The Silent Language of Leaders: How Body Language Can Help—or Hurt—How You Lead:
Crossed legs can have a devastating effect on a negotiation. In How to Read a Person Like a Book, authors Gerard I. Nierenberg and Henry H. Calero reported that the number of times settlements were reached increased greatly when both negotiators had uncrossed their legs. In fact, they found that out of two thousand videotaped transactions, not one resulted in a settlement when even one of the negotiators had his or her legs crossed.
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Every once in a while, one of the seasonal editions gets adapted into a standard product. Field Notes has added a wood covered Memo Book to their line, and you might think of it as the brother of The "Shelterwood" Edition. The first printing of the "Cherry Wood Memo Books" have graph paper inside. Each book measures 3-1/2" wide by 5-1/2" tall and is bound with a rugged three-staple saddle-stitch process. Graph Paper is 3/16" (5mm) graph.
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Embellish Your Home No Matter What Budget You Have!Claire Hawthorn | September 18, 2018 | 0 | Homes & Gardens
After modifying your home to suit your special way of life, your household undeniably becomes your own. When it comes down to remodelling, most house owners do not know where to start, making it a complicated task. From changing the bedroom fittings to utilising landscaping equipment, major and minor property improvements can make a difference without entirely emptying your savings account. To increase your house's resale value, functionality, and your total satisfaction is the main point of your remodelling initiatives.
Here are some residence enhancement ideas, from doing a kitchen makeover to using landscaping equipment for a new garden, which would fit every lifestyle:
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Besides setting up a pool, you can also enhance your front or back property with landscape gardening. Let your creativity do the talking to generate a landscaping scheme with landscaping equipment and handling experts that complement your residence and your lifestyle. If you're seeking landscaping equipment Australia pros offer, you can check internet sites to find great suppliers and decorators of customised landscaping from landscape architecture to gazebos and other gardening necessities using landscaping equipment Australia has. Also, if you're in the market for landscaping equipment, check local suppliers of landscaping equipment in Australia like StrataGreen on their website, stratagreen.com.au. Find cheap landscaping equipment Australia has with all the gardening and landscape upkeep and construction equipment you will ever require.
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In Australia, summer seasons are a drag excluding when you're out on the beach resort. If you're taking a staycation, ensure to have air-conditioning units installed in your home. Apart from increasing the house's value, working with aircon installation Brisbane service providers to professionally install aircon units are the best way to go. Check out Air Con Clean on their web page to discover their latest services in repair and upkeep.
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Manchester City have benefitted from some of the best forwards in the Premier League in recent years – but can you name their top 30 goalscorers in the competition?
We've given you 10 minutes and have listed the number of goals each player scored as a clue. A * denotes that the player is still currently with Manchester City.
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Web Design Issues in a Business Establishment Panel Survey Third International Conference on Establishment Surveys (ICES-III) June 18-21, 2007 Montréal, Québec, Canada Kerry Levin & Jennifer OBrien, Westat
2 Overview of Presentation A brief review of the web design system and its origins Design issues we encountered Opportunities for experimental investigation
3 Background The Advanced Technology Program (ATP) at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) is a partnership between government and private industry to conduct high-risk research Since 1990, ATPs Economic Assessment Office (EAO) has performed rigorous and multifaceted evaluations to assess the impact of the program and estimate the returns to the taxpayer. One key feature of ATPs evaluation program is the Business Reporting System (BRS).
4 General Description of the BRS Unique series of online reports that gather regular data on indicators of business progress and future economic impact of ATP projects ATP awardees must complete four BRS reports per calendar year– three short quarterly reports and one long annual report
5 General Description of the BRS There are several different types of instruments (each with a profit and nonprofit version): 1. Baseline 2. Annual 3. Closeout 4. Quarterly The BRS instruments are a hybrid survey/progress report that ask respondents attitudinal questions as well as items designed to gather information on project progress. The Baseline, Annual, and Closeout reports are between 70 and 100 pages in length. Due to this length and complexity, web administration is the most logical data collection mode
6 Design issues: Online logic checks vs. back-end logic checks 1. Examples of online logic checks (i.e., hard edits) Sum checking Range checks 2. Examples of back-end logic checks Frequency reviews Evaluation of outliers
7 Online sum checking: Example
8 Online range checking: Example
9 Back-end checking: Frequency reviews and outlier evaluations At the close of each cycle of data collection, the data for each instrument are carefully reviewed for anomalies Frequency reviews are conducted to ensure that there were no errors in skips in the online instrument Although the BRS includes range checks for certain variables, the ranges are sometimes quite large, therefore an evaluation of outliers is a regular part of our data review procedures
10 Use of pre-filled information in the BRS The BRS instruments make use of two types of pre-filled information: 1.Pre-filled information from sources external to the instrument (i.e., information gathered in previous instruments or information provided by ATP such as issued patents) 2.Pre-filled information from sources internal to the instrument (i.e., information provided by the respondent in earlier sections of the current report)
11 Pre-filled information: External source example
12 Pre-filled information: Internal source example
13 Required items While most items in the BRS instruments are not required, the few that are fall into two categories: 1.Items required for accurate skips later in the instrument 2.Items deemed critical by ATP staff
14 Required items: Example item important for skip pattern
15 Required items: Example item critical to ATP
16 Unique Design: Financial items
17 Administration issues in the BRS: Multiple respondents Each ATP-funded project has multiple contacts associated with it It is rarely the case that a single respondent can answer all items in the survey. Westat provides only one access ID per report, however, therefore the respondents are responsible for managing who at their organizations are given access to the BRS online system
Experimental investigations using the BRS
19 Reducing item nonresponse: The Applicant Survey The ATPs Applicant Survey is not one of the BRS instruments, but is regularly administered via the web to companies and organizations that applied for ATP funding In 2006, Westat embedded an experiment within the Applicant Survey to test which of two different types of nonresponse prompting would result in reduced item nonresponse
20 Reducing item nonresponse: The Applicant Survey 904 respondents were randomly assigned to one of three conditions: 1) Prompt for item nonresponse appeared (if applicable) at the end of the survey; 2) Prompt for item nonresponse appeared (if applicable) after each section; 3) No prompt (control group).
21 Reducing item nonresponse: The Applicant Survey End of Survey:After each section:
22 Reducing item nonresponse: The Applicant Survey Both prompts for item nonresponse appeared effective, and to an equal degree. Group Percentage of completed surveys containing missing data Mean number of missing items per completed survey Prompt at end of survey 23.0%0.9 Prompt after each section of survey 23.3%1.1 No prompt (control) 39.8%2.2 p<.02p<.008
23 Boosting response rates: The days of the week experiment Literature suggests that there are optimal call times for telephone surveys. But are there also optimal days of the week to email survey communications? Optimal day to email was measured by: The overall response rate The time it takes to respond
24 Boosting response rates: The days of the week experiment Three different experimental conditions: 1) Monday cohort 2) Wednesday cohort 3) Friday cohort The invitation email and up to 3 reminders were all sent on the same day, either Monday, Wednesday, or Friday.
25 Boosting response rates: The days of the week experiment Experimental Group Total Eligible Total Completes Response Rate Monday16114187.6 Wednesday15914088.1 Friday15214192.8
26 Time to Complete the Survey Email 1Email 2Email 3Email 4 Monday14.9%32.3%65.2%87.6% Wednesday15.737.767.388.1 Friday18.438.867.192.8 Cumulative Response Rates
27 Boosting response rates: The days of the week experiment Friday cohort trends toward higher response rates, but all cohorts require the same amount of effort to achieve their respective response rates Overall, there is some evidence that the day of the week does matter
28 Conclusion The BRS has presented us with various design and administration challenges We have had the chance to fine-tune and address a variety of issues that that have come to our attention As researchers encounter new issues in the administration of web surveys, the BRS offers a place to study them
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Crowdfunding is a new type of fundraising where you can raise funds for your own personal cause, even if you're not a registered nonprofit.
The page owner is responsible for the distribution of funds raised.
The Eamonn Fallon Trust has been set up to help support underprivileged Young Goalkeepers. The Trust hope that with their support Young Goal Keepers will have the chance of making it into the Professional Ranks.
The Trust is held in the Name of Eamonn Fallon who died tragically in Australia aged 31. Eamonn was a fantastic Goal keeper and a friend of so many across the world.
Eamonn enjoyed life to the full and was keen on supporting those less fortunate than himself.
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