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Landing Pages or Microsites? The Debate Rages On!
The debate around whether landing pages or microsites are better for online marketers generates strong opinions and heated discussion, like just about any web marketing topic. Rather than take sides or play favorites, we wanted to take a deep breath, count to ten, and step back from the answers to ask the only deciding question that matters: what is your goal?
Both, landing pages and microsites are targeted to a segment of your site visitors and should serve them with focused information and the opportunity (and invitation) to take action. Here's a breakdown of the strengths and weaknesses of each approach, and the bottom line on where and how they can serve you best.
Landing Pages
Top view: A landing page is designed to welcome visitors from a specific campaign, be it a social network post, email campaign, or a link scanned via QR code on a restaurant napkin. They are oriented to filtering out the rest of the website in order to underscore and amplify the message of your campaign and get your visitor to take a specific action, be it download something, sign up for a free trial, or make a purchase.
|Landing Page Pros
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Bottom line: The landing page wastes no time and gets right to business. If your goal is to get someone to take an action, you should remove all roadblocks and distractions, and optimize everything from your headline, to your CTA text, to button colors and placement, to all other content on the page. Landing pages provide a controlled, testing-friendly environment where there is a clear indicator of effectiveness: someone either clicked the button, or not. If you're asking your visitor to complete a simple task, then keep things simple with a landing page that makes it easy.
Top view: Microsites are not a condensed version of your website. Instead, they are small sites, with just a few pages, but built around a focused message. The microsite can be dedicated to an academic program, a special holiday offer, a campaign, or anything that merits a variety of content to serve one specific area of your business. Unlike a landing page, microsites are less oriented to driving immediate action, but are a much better way to explore a product or subject in depth without having to navigate through the rest of your website.
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Bottom line: Getting someone to complete a purchase isn't always as simple as saying "buy now." If you understand that the buying process around your product or service is lengthy and complex, microsites are a great way to serve up content that becomes an experiential tasting menu for your prospective customer. Whereas with a landing page you get to "yes" or "no" right away, with a microsite, you can give a customer reasons to keep coming back, until she has a sense of your brand, a deeper desire for your offering, and is ready to buy.
So which is the best for you?
Sometimes a deep divide between two schools of thought implies that there might be two right answers, and that we're just asking the wrong questions. Choosing one approach over another doesn't have to be an article of faith. It really depends on what you're trying to do.
Technology factors often figure into the decision between microsites and landing pages, and that's where many marketers get tripped up. It could be the CMS doesn't have a good way to integrate third party forms and it's just easier to build pages. Or the cost of creating dedicated content and hiring an agency to build a microsite is so daunting that you put up one page and hope for the best. Ideally your CMS allows you to share content and assets across microsites even if the design is different or content modified.
Using a landing page or a microsite for your campaign is a decision that should be based on your goals and what will serve them best. If your technology is skewing your decision, well, that's another conversation.
Tell us which you prefer and let us know if there is an important pro or con you think deserves to be mentioned.
Karo was born in Poland, and learned to speak English by watching "Saved by the Bell" reruns during her first summer in the U.S., which has left her unable to go through life without occasionally breaking the fourth wall. As Percussion's content marketing manager, she oversees and creates content that drives website traffic, engages followers, and helps fill the marketing and sales funnel. She writes about content management, content marketing, SEO, social media and web design, and how to make it all less complicated.


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Selling a property is a challenging task, especially, when you are doing it for the first time. As far as Bakersfield is concerned, the median home value rises to $213,200, i.e. it has gone up by 1.7% over the past year. Moreover, it is expected to rise by 3.3% in the next year. So, if you have been planning to sell your home, the real estate stats are in your favor and the time is good for you. You can get the best possible price for your property, but all you need is to prepare yourself well.
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How to Sell Your Bakersfield Home As-Is?
The good thing is that the process is not tricky. For the sellers looking forward to get the highest price of in as-is condition, here is something helpful. Have a look:
Listing a Home 'as is'
While you start it with listing, ensure that you make clear that it's for sale "as is", in the description itself. It will save you from those bargain hunters, will weed out the buyers who want a fixer-upper. It simply prevents wasting of your time.
Price it Right
If you have chosen "as is" conditions for selling your home, it is a must to rightly price your property. For example, if your roof is about to go and you know that it would cost somewhere $20,000 to replace you should knock $20,000 off what your usual asking price would be. You can get a clear idea of the prices from the home of your size in the same neighborhood.
Disclosing an 'as is' home is must
So, what you are selling a house "as is", it never means you will not be disclosing the known defects. You are legally required to do so. This doesn't mean you must point out every single crack in the wall. However, bigger flaws such as sinkholes, flooding, or lead paint, can be mentioned to win over the trust of the buyer.
Buyers can inspect an 'as is' home
Though you have cleared that you won't be responsible for fixing anything, yet it is worth noticing that the buyer can do some due diligence, home inspection to check for the real condition. In case, something bad is discovered, buyers can walk away from the deal.
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Wednesday, February 6, 2013
Venturing into the Unknown...
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Since Hubby quit full time work to become a musician, practically every day is unknown... It keeps me on my toes, that's for sure :-)ReplyDelete
why are we afraid of the unknown...well because it is unknown and we dont know what we really risk...real living though is all about the risk...i think it comes down to history and perspective as well...you are right in the only way to answer...ReplyDelete
Safety is an illusion. I crave the unknown. I want to go deeper and deeper and wring all the juice out of this one human life that I know I've got.ReplyDelete
I love that quote! When I turned 40 last year, I decided I wanted to be more open to trying new things, to saying "yes" more. It can be something small - doesn't have to be skydiving - but it has to be different for me. This post was a good reminder for me to keep going, to keep doing that.ReplyDelete
Yeah we like to feel safe in our own little bubble, only going in so far. But even that bubble can pop at any time, so best to wade in and see what happens.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousFebruary 6, 2013 at 8:48 AM
I've had enough of the unknown...I prefer to be an ankle wader...in fact, I may just sit in the sand and have a nap lol.ReplyDelete
I relate to this post - for the past 6 years I have done nothing but venture into the unknown. While I agree, to a degree, that the uncertainty can be scary, I also feel that feeling can be overwhelmed by the sense of adventure the unknown brings. But I agree with Jiddu's quotation in principle.ReplyDelete
Take the plunge, act on impulse, live for the day, embrace the unknown for it is filled with excitement routine can never compete with
This is my life right now that you're describing, brother. I've had an epiphany and I'm going to roll with it. I'm all in.ReplyDelete
I think the older you get the less you fear of at least that is true for me. Do you find that?ReplyDelete
Thank you for your comment on my lists!! I'm enjoying writing them out!!ReplyDelete
No lie I just had a conversation like this with my 401K provider. I'm 27 and this weird guy in a business suit was explaining that I can't live life that safe because the possibilities of the unknown or endless. He was weird because he was more of like a therapist with emotion then just a man in a suit talking about numbers and facts. It was refreshing.
I love taking the risk of changing up my day, going to a new restaurant, meeting new people, clicking yes on a new vacation to somewhere new. I want to see the vast ocean and all it can give! =)
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we are afraid of the unknown, because it's a risk. I've done that before with jobs. I stuck with some bad ones cause I knew I could tolerate them rather to venture out and find a better one I didn't know I could do or not.ReplyDelete
As a scientist, I don't think I can really fear the unknown. Things are going to happen no matter what and you can either fight it or go with the flow.ReplyDelete
I think it's true that people fear the known coming to an end more than they fear the unknown. I don't totally fear the unknown, but I would be lying if I said I didn't fear it a little. Though I don't like to play it safe and stick with the status quo on all aspects of my life.ReplyDelete
Once again, I love the way you wrote this. Your writing style is so unique. Here's what I think. We have one shot at this life! So don't be afraid to live it :)ReplyDelete
that's true and being in ankle deep is nothing to frown upon as you say yourself so, I am trying to venture further in but baby steps, if I go to fats I might just drown...ReplyDelete
Why do we fear the unknown but not the known? When the certainty of what is already known is taken from under our feet, is that not the more worse position?ReplyDelete
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Yes, the fear is unnecessary but being cautious is enough. Exploring something unknown is what exciting and I'm a person wants to experience on this front, consciously and only if we come out of comfort we can extend our memories and cherish the existing life.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousFebruary 6, 2013 at 9:43 AM
Great post, Keith. We must be willing to leave the ordinary in order to embrace the extraordinary.ReplyDelete
I was always one that wanted to know the end of the story, what was around the next bend. Now...today is the day I live in. No fear living in today. I want to add that you are a very good writer....I enjoy reading each of your postings.ReplyDelete
Excellent post. I try to live one day at a time which is about all I can handle. ;-)ReplyDelete
lol--my life has rarely gone as expected! I've come to embrace the....ingredients, whatever they are. For I frimly believe that the soul that is willing to work--really work--came make a feast out of anything he's given or stumbles into. Unfortunately, I fear I find most people I meet would rather complain about their circumstances than begin cooking. Welcome the new, love the risk, explore...ReplyDelete
Unexpected ingredients make for delicious invention!
No, I can't really say that I fear the unknown, though I have never been one of those adventuresome persons who step into "unknown territory," so to speak.ReplyDelete
You bring up some very good points for thought. This is an excellent post!
Exploring the unknown sometimes give us the chance to study ourselves better !!!ReplyDelete
waiting for my epiphany...ReplyDelete
Great post. Sounds like I'm similar to many others responding, in that I would like to create a bit more risk...and reward. I really like that quote - it makes so much sense. Thanks!ReplyDelete
After your post on my blog, I decided to follow you as well. I enjoy your writing!ReplyDelete
It is only natural to fear the unknown, but perhaps the dark realms of our imaginations are more frightening than the unknown itself......ReplyDelete
To me it's related to the fact that our minds function with concepts, the ego in us judges and labels everything and everyone in order to preserve a fake sense of self, to preserve the boundaries of what we think is ourselves (thus highly limiting the oportunity to really live and be), those are informations that our mind uses to place itself and guess which actions to take, or which positions to hold, we are conditioned to fear what we can't label because it puts the ego in danger of disapearance (and so falsely thinking we'll lost who we think we are, whereas ironically that will be the contrary, the crumbling ego would reveal the real being in us which lives fearless and accepting what is, people, situations, everything, so that is love and happiness)ReplyDelete
I don't know if i'm very clear here, but that's my opinion.
I am a big believer in chaos, so, in a sense, I see every moment as an unknown, an adventure to be had. It certainly helps keep me from getting bored.ReplyDelete
I very much like to have a plan. But often the unknown turns out to be the best thing so I try to take the leap every now and then!ReplyDelete
Humans seem to fear the unknown, for all the reasons you mentioned.ReplyDelete
But Hooray for all, who take chances. Not silly chances. Life stretching chances.
- AnonymousFebruary 6, 2013 at 12:59 PM
I hate the unknown. I love having a plan and being in control. Routine suits me too. But maybe I'm missing out on the best bits of life?ReplyDelete
I think I used to, but I once took a chance—a big chance—that ended up landing me here with the life I have now, and I'm very happy about that. However, I also like having a plan and knowing what to expect.ReplyDelete
How's that for an ambiguous reply? ;)
What a thoughtful and spot-on post.ReplyDelete
I'm a living contradiction. I'm not a fan of change, in general, but have never feared the unknown. I see the unknown as an adventure, and fear as a tether that could restrain us from exploration and learning. As I've gotten older, though, I've learned one thing: never test the water with both feet.ReplyDelete
Flying is a bit like that ... if I was a pilot ... I would trust ... but since I'm not ... I'm not ...ReplyDelete
I would say that I do fear change and the unknown. Most likely because I am a control freak! I don't like it when I feel that I don't know what is coming or have control over it. But sometimes my desires outweigh that fear, like when we decided to move out to the country after living in the city my whole life. Our lives completely changed and I could not be happier! So it is definitely worth the risk :)ReplyDelete
Put me down as a control freak also. I don't accept change well. However, there are times I will throw caution to the wind and take a leap into the unknown. It has, for the most part, always been a rewarding experience when I do.ReplyDelete
Oh, yeah, I'm afraid of the unknown. I tend to play it safe. My recent change in work schedule is NOT the way I usually operate. I took a chance with that, and I think I'm going to be glad that I waded in a little deeper!ReplyDelete
Thanks for a thought provoking post!
I love this picture. I think I could launch out into the deep - if Somebody is holding my hand.ReplyDelete
This is so much 'Like' me infact...i have been exploring since gained a bit of decision power about my life...but the difference is I really played it to extremes and in course ruined a bit...nyways that is life..right ? I never let hope die out while plunging myself into smthing unknown ...always hoping for a better result...still :PReplyDelete
Frankly I feel a lot of the fear comes from the sense of a loss of control. I don't think control does us much good and when you let yourself go a bit you can find that the unknown isn't always a bad thing...in fact it can be one the best things to ever happen. I don't want to be in a cage of my own making because I won't try anything new...I'd much rather set my course for the horizon and let that path outside my door take me where it will.ReplyDelete
Not fearing the unknown is a basic psychological flaw....ReplyDelete
We fear it, because it IS unknown......... The most important thing to do about the fear is not to be paralysed by it...
Fear is good
Most definitely am afraid of the unknown. Ankle deep is okay with me.ReplyDelete
I kind of like the unknown. It makes life interesting. My husband was in the military so we had move to unknown places. Life's is an adventure. Our newest is his retirement and building a house out in western Maryland.ReplyDelete
One reason I don't fear the unknown is because I know that God watches over me and I'm where I should be. : )
I agree, there is a negative association with Vulnerability. I think perhaps there's some merit to that way of thinking, in that so many sharks out there looking for chum in the water, and unfortunately the vulnerable, to such folks, show traces of blood. But as an individual, vulnerability and fragility are very important to an emotional life and I was in a similar boat, a few years back I thought playing it safe, buddying up with the status quo was the sensible thing to do, but when negative consequences happened anyhow, I see no point, well, in most instances, to play it completely safe. That being said, vulnerability can open your eyes to parts of this universe that can lead one upon a pathway that is the safest and most sensible of all, despite what the logic of the populous may believe. Awesome post as always, love how you put these open ended questions that literally apply equally to the deep thinkers as well as to those who simply take things for what they can be at face value. Again. Always great reading the posts, but also the responses to your posts, people always amaze me in so many ways, love that. ThanksReplyDelete
I'm not afraid of the unknown, because I believe the unknown is good.ReplyDelete
I don't mind taking risks in life, but I always do so within the scope of my conscience. Beautiful post, Keith, and I love the landscape.ReplyDelete
I am more afraid of the unknown now than when I was younger. We always moved when I was a child. I spent almost every year of grade school in a new school.ReplyDelete
I have lived in several different states and have not lived in my home state of Texas since I was in my 30's. We picked up out of the blue and moved to Maine. Yes it was scary but I didn't want to die and never have lived any place else in my entire life.
I love new experiences and the only way to completely experience a different culture is to live within it. I always dreamed of New England and we went.
But, now we are settled. Our home is payed for. My husband is going to retire and our income will be set and our budget very tight. I would love to make changes right now. But, the thought of losing our home which is payed for does scare me.
After all, it may not be much but it is all we have for our super old old years and also the only thing we have to leave for children after our death.
So I know both sides of this coin...being afraid and not being afraid. I much prefer the 'not being afraid' side of the coin than where I am now.
Who knows what what the future holds? No one really. I never thought I would ever actually truly live in New England. But an opportunity arose and we went for it. You really just never know!
People always like to think they are in control of their destiny. They sail their own ships and make their own way....but, in truth that is not so. You may think you are in control but there are forces much higher than us that truly determine the course our lives will take.
Once, that is totally grasped and understood....fear is simply a lack of faith...so really I am not afraid! I have faith that I can and will survive anything life throws my way. I haven't starved yet!
I am so glad I got that all worked out. Thanks!
I suppose I am slightly afraid. I try not to think about it.ReplyDelete
In life I'm not a huge risk taker. I've never liked traveling too much. I get scared of losing my way. I forced myself to fly on my own hours away from Nebraska to Georgia. That was a HUGE step for me. I only flew one other time in my life.
My husband is an atheist. Nothing exists after life to him. I think there is more to it then that. People have passed away, and came back to life. They report similar things. It is possible they are in a dream type state. I don't think so. I don't take the Bible as fact. I think of it more as stories that tell us lessons.
I hear all different views on that. I work with ultra conservative people, then go home to someone that doesn't buy any of it. I guess it's a balance. Ying and yang mentality I live in. I don't like how the conservatives are not accepting of new ideas. They hate people for their choices. If they believe in God and Jesus; they were accepting of others. Jesus befriended Mary Magdalene, which was a prostitute. If the Bible is true, then God is the only one that should judge our neighbors. My husband may not have faith in a supreme being, but he is not afraid to live his life, nor is he afraid of death. He's very accepting of others. He holds high values.
Oh, yes I do fear the unknown. There's so much I want to do but fear holds me back. Just the way I was raised I suppose. Be cautious, don't take risks--these are the lessons my mother taught me. I also fear I've discovered my passion too late in life. Ah well, I'm still blessed. Good post!ReplyDelete
I don't think that I fear it, sometimes I cautiously embrace it - but the known is definitely a more comfortable (although less exciting) place to be.ReplyDelete
The unknown could be better or worse, and that is the fear.ReplyDelete
The past few years have been an incredible leap into the unknown. And it was worth it.
I love that picture. It reminds me of when I went to sea. Whether sunset or sunrise, it was always beautiful.ReplyDelete
Although, if sunrise, I wondered what in frik I was doing up.
Not overly because I know Who is in charge.ReplyDelete
Have a super day...
I think the most pertinent question is not whether we fear the unknown, but whether the fear stops you from doing something anyway.ReplyDelete
I used to have an email signature that read, "Be not afraid of the dark, but rather that which lurks in the dark."ReplyDelete
Because it's not the dark that most people are afraid of, but rather it's that unknown thing, person, monster ect...that might be in the dark with them.
I don't really like the unknown, I'd rather know exactly what is going to happen, what I have to do ect..
I don't fear the unknown as much as I used to, but I still have some qualms about it. I think fearing the unknown involves fearing losing control of things, in a way. We have more control over things we know that are going to happen than the things we don't, and we have absolutely no control over the unknown. Great post and photo!ReplyDelete
I would rather have the known than the unknown. I think the older a person gets the more frightening the unknown becomes. Just my thought.ReplyDelete
I was raised with ambiguity and impermanence, and yet if I'm fully honest, I will say that there are fears, of course, but they are known to me.ReplyDelete
I'm not afraid of what I do not know.
Yep.. sometimes because it's all about uncertainties.. but trying to take risk wont hurt as long. In the end you didnt say to yourself "what if" but at least did something..ReplyDelete
Our entire existence is unknown. So why worry or be afraid? We can have goals, make plans, even take risks, and hope for the best possible result. But we have to let go of the outcome. Control is just an illusion and it stems from fear. Keep doing the right thing ... and trust that all is well ... live in the moment :)ReplyDelete
I think for me after having kids there is a certain taming of my adventerous spirit. Of course I want my girls to have adventure & surprise but I am just a little more careful with the things I choose.ReplyDelete
It depends. I don't always fear the unknown, but I often fear change into a situation that i can't fully understand.ReplyDelete
'Complete vulnerability'...oooh...that is a tough one. I suppose my life is a mix of ankle-deep and no toes touching the bottom.ReplyDelete
I don't really know if I fear the unknown or not, I probably do in some way. But what I fear even more than that is the what if's that I'll experience later if I don't step out of my comfort zone.ReplyDelete
I don't think so... unless it's at night!ReplyDelete
great post.. the unknown scares me. for that reason i say it's time to deal with the fear and step out my comfort zone.. you were soo right about everything.. when you fear you don't live the life you deserve. my motto is: it's better to regret for something you've dared, instead of something that you haven't.ReplyDelete
I'm trying not to but, yes like most humans, there's that need for order and meaning that can keep us in those shallows....we need those prods...thank you for this one...and how I love your writing style...so easy to read...so entertaining...ReplyDelete
I think its a balance between perceived and real risk. We come to see them as the same - so we fear what we think will happen, rather than consider what probably will happen.ReplyDelete
Its like people who are scared to go indoor rock climbing - you have a rope going up from you all of the time! You can fall. But ask people why they wont do it and they say "I may fall". It makes no sense when you think about it.
Stewart M - Melbourne
PS: if you go over to my other blog (link from the photo-blog) you will find a long piece about Tasmania. SM
Excellent write. No, I don't fear for the future for myself. There is so small, what is left, that it no longer seems a threat. However, I do fear it on behalf of my children and grandchildren.ReplyDelete
I love the ocean...I fought hard to breathe i was afraid all the time, at 42 I died, I couldn't breathe, i suffocated, I don't anymore, I'm afraid of nothing, when this life ends I'm going to jump into my death with great joy...afraid of the unknown not anymore...'Live your life in love and trust for nothing will happen to a soul that is not meant to' I believe that, I read it, and I believe it.ReplyDelete
Oh I always love your posts they make me think.Love the photo too.ReplyDelete
I find the older I get the more willing to wade deeper. Not sure why but I must admit I love that. B
Well, I think the unknown is in everything we do - anything can happen. As I get older, in many ways I'm less worried about the outcomes of my actions, but in others a lightbulb of caution goes on and I won't take the risk.ReplyDelete
I gaze at the ocean every day because it is always changing, alive really. Yes, I like that you use the ocean as a metaphor for life's changes - makes perfect sense. At times, I'm not always ready for change and other times I've been forced to change. Both are hard to deal with.ReplyDelete
Do you read my mind? Are you actually living IN my thoughts?! I will write more later--this might actually warrant another Inspired-By-Keith post on my own blog. So much unknown in my life lately and so much risk. It's amazing but also very confusing. My life has become a giant risk and I'm not sure what to do about it. Ahh! First world intellectual problems!ReplyDelete
some unknowns I fear/worry about- but they are usually having to do with things that are beyond my control - like will we always have war....ReplyDelete
But at the same time I don't fear reaching out or doing something new- sometimes I do stuff that people say to me "Why are you doing that?" and my reply is "Well if I do this and it works out I'll do it again."
I find it truly remarkable that we wrote on the exactly the same thing Keith. I'm just reading this now. But when I think further, it makes sense! Afterall, when we tune in, we find we are all actually connected on some level. As you can read from my blog post, I've befriended the "unknown" and life has become such an incredible adventure! Peace to you my friend!!!ReplyDelete
I'm very much a keep-it-safe kind of person. I was raised by two safety freaks! It rubs off on you. :)ReplyDelete
I have reached that place in my life where I don't want to be ankle deep. I'll take a risk now in pursuit of happinessReplyDelete
No, I don't fear the unknown anymore. Have seen enough to know otherwise. Thanks for stopping by!ReplyDelete
We like to plan, but there are unexpected things that happen in life and all you can do is trust to step out into the dark unknown. Thank you for a thoughtful and interesting post!ReplyDelete
Thanks for stopping by too. I didn't think about this unknown being the negative. I don't fear traveling and moving but more fear trying for professional things that may not happen.ReplyDelete
What special post, yes sometimes Im adraid about the unknown, but least than in the past, maybe with the age LOLReplyDelete
Love this post!
Hi Keith. It's good to meet you and thanks for stopping by my post today.ReplyDelete
Do I fear the unknown? It all depends. If it is not concerning me, then I have no problem venturing into that unknown. But if it does directly affect me, which I guess is your point here, the answer is yes, I do at times have a problem with facing the unknown directly....especially at initial stages of something.
I liked this post a lot as it makes me face my fears. Thanks.
I think when you get to a certain age, (old), you realize Life itself is a great unknown. I try to embrace it.ReplyDelete
Fabulous post. Love it.ReplyDelete
I fear things that I can not control. And I guess, when you think about it, that is pretty much everything. ACK! But, I try not to let my fear hold me back. I usually make myself do things I'm afraid of. I don't want to miss out of life because of fear.
Again, love this post. Thank you!
And thanks for your comment on my blog. :)
Thank you for the lovely comment on my blog.ReplyDelete
Getting older has given me one very great gift; losing the fear of the unknown. Or, rather, fear of embarassing oneself when embracing the unknown because, in one very honest moment a few years agone, I realised it was really the fear of embarassment which was holding me back. Much better, and funner, to live with an attitude of loving playfulness!
I am your newest follower, and from what I've read so far methinks I'm going to enjoy reading your blog.
How interesting! One of my goals this year is to "feel the fear and do it anyway." It helps to live in the moment. My imagination often makes things way scarier than they actually are. Great post!ReplyDelete
hmm i wouldn't say i fear the unknown, but i certainly worry about the future. is that the same? i dont think it is.ReplyDelete
I fear the unknown, but I am also willing to venture out into the deep ocean. I have been experiencing those epiphany moments. It's time, time for me to move in the ocean a little further and go against the fear. "the unknown" to me means anxiety, uncertainty, lack of control, but it also means discovery, knowledge and excitement.ReplyDelete
I fear death, which is unknown.ReplyDelete
Keith, my friend,ReplyDelete
I venture into the unknown with the curiosity, the wonder, the inquisitive nature that is the inner child. For to change, one must challenge the uncomfortable comfort zone.
And Keith, from the beach of dreams, I gaze upon the ocean, note where the sky and sea embrace and venture into the unknown.
In peace and goodwill,
It's not something I've thought about enough. Every day seems to have a struggle in it at some level so I guess I'm more focused on seeing it through. I'll consider it more one day!ReplyDelete
Fear, no. Nervous, yes. But that's where the thrill comes from. I've always enjoyed visiting new places and trying new things much more than everyone else I know.ReplyDelete
What a beautiful photo, and a thoughtful post. Yes, I fear the unknown, but I'm also excited by it.ReplyDelete
I don't like to step too far out of my comfort zone, but I do try to make myself do that anyway, because I know I am missing out on a lot of things if I don't. Thank you for visiting and commenting on my blog today. Nice post!ReplyDelete
- AnonymousFebruary 7, 2013 at 7:54 PM
What a thought provoking post!ReplyDelete
I love the unknown because I find joy in the surprise and freedom in not controlling. I became so much lighter and happier when I gave up the need to control and micromanage. Here's to all of us finding our wings and flying.
Thank you Keith.
I certainly do fear the unknown! But if I have to venture out, I will.ReplyDelete
"One is never really afraid of the unknown; one is afraid of the known coming to an end." ~Jiddu KrishnamurtiReplyDelete
This is so true. Excellent post. I do worry about the unknown.
I'm optimistic. I've always been a risk taker. Fear of the unknown? Only when I'm swimming in the ocean. As I get older, I worry less. Live life to the fullest, but not recklessly.ReplyDelete
I liked the depth of your thoughts and your post, I am also afraid of unknown.ReplyDelete
Great post.
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When I was young, I loved to do things my parents would consider physically dangerous but I rarely risked the horror of embarrassment. Now I tend to protect my body (probably because I have a better understand of its limits) but I'm getting better about putting myself out there, even if I might fall on my face.ReplyDelete
- AnonymousFebruary 8, 2013 at 2:01 AM
I live for the unknown and used to carry a quote about it from one of Carlos Castaneda's books in my travel journal.ReplyDelete
Knowing there is the unknown, that another adventure, a city or country to visit, something new to learn, someone to meet, another sentence to read, a word or language to discover, a new way of seeing things differently or even a very old way of seeing something new,the unknown is part of my raison d'etre.
We are at our best in the face of the unknown.
Nice post! Thanks for dropping on my blog:)ReplyDelete
I can't say that I am actually afraid of the unknown. Occasionaly I will get little pangs of anxiety as I am embarking on a new path, but I take those as notices that I am still alive and breathing. I live for the unkown, even if it seems daunting at times. Great analogy in your post, couldn't agree more.ReplyDelete
Great post! For me, that quote pretty much sums it up perfectly :)ReplyDelete
I guess I'd have to say, yes, I am afraid of the unknown.ReplyDelete
Not to a great degree, but that fear is definitely there!
The "known" feels safe and predictable:
whereas "unknown" feels out of my control, possibly even a little threatening.
Time for a mental shake-up, I think!!
Many thanks for giving me a timely shove! Hehe:D
I don't fear the unknown, I respect it. I spent the first half of my life running head first into it... I'm now at a point where ankle deep (with the occasional jaunt off of the sandbar) suits me fine. However, I do feel that people should, at some point in their lives, embrace the unknown, it's how a person grows.ReplyDelete
I only like the unknown if I know what it's bringing ;) However, I MADE myself go from England to New York on my own last year and spend time with just myself for a week. That was an interesting experience and I'm glad I did it. I think taking risks in life is a good thing as that's what makes us grow as long as those risks don't affect anyone else adversely.ReplyDelete
I think its natural to feel the unknown, specially when you are very comfortable where you are right now. I can relate to the desire of be safe, but unfortunately, life has a way to throwing the unexpected curve ball to us ~ReplyDelete
Enjoyed your musings ~
I've always feared facing the unknown, I think it is human nature to do so. But stepping out of one's comfort zone has many rewards, and though it can be frightening it can always be wonderful. And one does learn new things about oneself, and sometimes they are some of the best things that person could ever learn.ReplyDelete
I think it depends how complicated your life is. If you are feeling overwhelmed, you may want to get your present situation under control before venturing any further into the unknown. Your instinct will tell you what is best, trust it.ReplyDelete
I think I was many times at the so called confort zone.ReplyDelete
But I am risking and living in a more balanced way;
Kind regards from Life
Grappling with the whole "vulnerable" issue myself. Trying to become much more comfortable with in that zone... and remind myself that it is a strength, not a weakness. Oy vey! :)ReplyDelete
its like the matrix, all about choiceReplyDelete
choose to face your fear and dive into what could be a grand adventure or choose to stay in the shallows and let the waves caress your toes.
i dive in, but i have researched and bring all the gear to protect me from the sea critters!
I used to fear the unknown but a lot has happened to me over the years and now I know you just have roll with the punches.ReplyDelete
I do, and yet it's exhilarating to think about the possibilities. I'm an optimist at heart so as I've grown older, it's been easier and easier for me to plunge into new adventures and situations. Some haven't worked out so well, but usually I'll have a wonderful little adventure I wouldn't otherwise have had. This little "adventure" I'm having with my aunt is a trial, but I'm also getting to know her in a whole new way, and I'm enjoying that part of it. But for awhile I did hang back, thinking it was "none of my business" for sure.ReplyDelete
I like not knowing...ReplyDelete
Can we ever truly 'know' the 'unknown'?ReplyDelete
I often wonder, when looking at the ocean, vast, endless, I wonder how those people might have felt when they first sailed across it, what special hearts they might have had... or special maps, as some are saying! :-)
such an intriguing post. thanks for sharing those thoughts.ReplyDelete
new follower :)
A very intriquing thought. I have stepped into the unknown many times in my life and have rarely regretted it. Even when it didn't turn out the way I envisioned, I always learned something from the experience. But sometimes it does take a little push to get out of our comfort zones. I guess as I get older, the more I realize that you can't control life, you just have to take the leap or go with the flow. xxReplyDelete
That is a great quote Keith. Only yesterday I was talking to a friend who cannot let go of his feeling of being abandoned as a child. I pointed out this is now part of his identity and he is frightened of having to form a new sense of identity. He is 62! So yes it is the fear of having to change that with which we identify which can stop us exploring the unknown.ReplyDelete
We always fear what we don't know... may be because its unpredictable... and we don't like that..ReplyDelete
interesting read !!
I go through phases. When I am content, I don't "wade into the deep waters", but when I find that something is missing, I am more apt to take chances!ReplyDelete
Change is scary and being something more than what we are is even scarier. I think it the fear comes from the perspective that there will be more responsibility and we will be stepping further into the light, exposing ourselves. Great post!ReplyDelete
this was an excellent post. I don't know why most of us fear the unknown, I know I always did-I was afraid of everything-meeting new people, going somewhere on my own where I knew no one-I finally broke out of this a bit upon retirement. I think we need to go threw different life experiences and for me with age (I am in my 60s) I am working on expanding myself to continue to learn new thingsReplyDelete
I definitely fear the unknown, I don't know how not to. But as I get older i am genuinely trying to break out of my comfort zone, and open myself up more, and it is very empowering. I will continue to wade out into the waters one step at a time :)ReplyDelete
thanks for your comment on my blog. this post, well first that quote, and then this post really resonated. thanks for writing it!ReplyDelete
The only unknown I fear is death. I know it's coming one day, but it's the unknown that terrifies me. Life and the unknowns in life are exciting.ReplyDelete
I love that movie ... but I have to say my all time fave is Hope Floats! Lived it, so can feel it even more :) Thanks for visiting my bloggy :)ReplyDelete
Great post and question! The answer is facing the unknown and leaving the comfort zone. I would have to say I am not a risk taker.ReplyDelete
That photograph is stunning - could look at it for ages and ages! Great blog post! :)ReplyDelete
I have traveled down that path so many times--that I think I must embrace it---your posts are thought-provoking!ReplyDelete
Going into the 'unknown territory' with my kids is probably harder for me than anything.But, I know in the end who really is in control and really what the end holds for me so really....when I remember this the fear that grips me eases off a bit. You really make one think there Sir!ReplyDelete
Hate to be sappy and shit, but I love this. Speaks volumes to me, right now. And I open the door to the unknown, and offer them a glass of whiskey.ReplyDelete
What an interesting question. I have very little fear of actually stepping into the deep end of the pool or swimming way out into the ocean...however, I have serious control issues with fearing the unknown in life. I want to know all the details before hand...and I don't like life surprises. I know I need to work on that...but I may be too old to change!ReplyDelete
I used to be afraid of the unknown... sometimes I still fight it but it is the only place to grow beyond who we are to be who we are meant to be.ReplyDelete
I am learning to work with all the little surprises life offers me... not always easy but in the end usually most rewarding:)
- AnonymousFebruary 15, 2013 at 7:57 PM
Oh I love the quote that you chose!ReplyDelete
And yes, I am extremely afraid of the unknown, but I do know that I need that moment in which a light turns on and to begin to 'live' for the very first time as you said. But I do not know why.
Loving your blog! You are amazing!!! :)


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I mean it started out a Build-A-Bear with the BEST troop ever!
Each month I have been setting myself professional goals.. and I still have LOTS of ways to grow, but one of my goals this month was to open my Makerspace. I have been watching the Twitter feed about all of these amazing Makerspaces.. and I have been reading all of these amazing blogs about their Makerspace.. and I look at mine it is SO different.
I wanted my Makerspace to be book based (by the way.. I am almost done applying for my next masters.. LIBRARIAN!) The big first idea I had was to get every classroom and grade level through the makerspace each six weeks. I was also going to divide kids so it was smaller groups. Then reality set in.. and I realized that those are super lofty goals. So, I started with 1st Grade... but still book based. With Thanksgiving and other holidays coming up, I wanted to start with a book that was going to be more about being good community members and see where it went from there.
So, we started with the book Boxes for Katje by Candace Fleming. This is a FANTASTIC book!
Things we talked about:
-Looking and comparing on maps where the two main characters were from
-What might be in the boxes?
-What does Katje do?
-How did Rosie help Katje?
and so much more.
We then had the discussion on how Rosie helped Katje's community by providing things that they might not have (they were amazed that they didn't have meat or sugar.. or chocolate!) We then talked about how we could help our community.
Our discussion went to
-Does everyone have money to buy food, and talked about canned food drives
-Not everyone gets presents
-How we can help the environment
-Donating clothes to those that don't have money to buy more
The first graders were so involved in how they might be able to make the community better. With the season I believe they were more passionate about not everyone having toys for birthdays or other holidays. So.. our first graders will be having a Toy Drive.
I introduced them to the fact that this is an awesome idea.. but they are going to be makers (and I wasn't going to help them.. they were going to figure it out themselves.. which they all got SUPER excited about!) so how are we going to tell our community about the Toy Drive, what do we need to do next?
Things they brainstormed about:
-phone calls home
-notes in our Thursday folders
-making decorated boxes for people to put their toys in
-making announcements
-making posters
Who knows.. I could totally have some students come in and say you know what.. I want to make my own toy or something even bigger and better.
I made this quick little video (I only see these kiddos for 30 minutes this week and next week) for teachers to show their students. The next time they come in.. they are going to be MAKING!
When they come back.. I can't wait to see what they come up with. So, I know that it is not like the regular makerspaces.. but who knows what is going to come out of this to help our community. Even better a group of first graders read a book, made a connection and now want to make a difference. I will be posting the good, the bad, and the ugly (and preparing for my next grade level too!)


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Thoughts, Feelings & Actions
As a counselor, I see client's who are grieving, hurt, confused and overwhelmed by stressful situations and events that have transpired at some point in their lives to bring them to a place of desperation, loneliness or crisis. Most clients who come in for counseling from me, the therapist/clinician/counselor to fix them or their situations. In the complexity of the therapeutic process, It's my responsibility to inform the client that I can not fix them. One of my first disclaimers to the client is to inform them that I am here to help them process, express and better understand their feelings, thoughts and actions that has brought them to my practice. This is done by helping them understand how to recognize negative thought and to replace them with new positive Actions. This is done by helping the client to identify, evaluate and then change their thoughts and negative beliefs.
Gaining a better understanding of the "why", behind the "what", is where this therapeutic process begins to do its job. Everyone's way of thinking is based on many factors but one cognitive model of psychotherapy illustrates it this way. In life, we all have and will continue to experience "Events". In some event like who we decide to choose as friends, or the person we choose to be our spouse, we have influence on those events. But in other instances like who are parents are, or what the weather will be tomorrow, we have no influence or control over. Events can be good and/or bad, however, the event influences the next step in the cognition process as it transitions that event into our "Thoughts". Thoughts can likewise be good or bad but they have a direct influence on the next step of this process in that thoughts are then transitioned into how we feel or our "Feelings".
Good thoughts usually produce good feeling and bad thought or bad thinking usually produce bad feelings. We can have control or influence on our thoughts and what we think, but feelings, not so much. For example, you can think about a book, pen or paper, right? Now feel anxious. Yes, just go ahead and feel sad. You can't do it can you? Not with out making yourself THINK about something that will make you anxious or thinking about something that will make you sad.
Understanding that we are able to have some control or influence of our thoughts, then we likewise can have some influence to what we feel by retraining how we think. Don't misunderstand me, all thoughts can not be controlled. Some thoughts just pop up out of no where, right? But, as we begin to recognize our thoughts and process them, we can indeed begin to change or influence how they make us feel.
Thoughts are different from feelings. For instance, one may say, 'I feel like she no longer loves me'. That is not the feeling of being unloved but the thought of being unloved. That thought can certainly lead to one feeling unloved, sad or hurt. How or what we think will determine what emotions we then feel.
The next process that moves from what we are FEELING to how we act or react is in our "Actions" or Behavior. Do we control how we ace? Yes, We are almost alway in control of what our actions will be. We not only influence but we control of how we act or what our "Actions" will be.
Our Actions then influence the Result. Actions do not control the result because we can not choose what the result will be, and it is possible to do what is right and healthy and the results end up bad. Like choosing the Action of wearing a seat belt, a correct, smart, responsible and healthy choice, right?, But it doesn't guarantee that you won't be in an accident. We can Influence the result but not control.
How we think has been shaped from what we were taught to believe in our childhood. This is why most counselors will begin by asking a client to share about their earliest memories. Events that have influenced us over the years and has caused us to think one way may not be healthy for us to think about ourselves now. So in order to influence better results in our lives is to begin to change negative or unhealthy thinking which will influence how we feel and will influence our actions to be better.
The counseling process is hard work. Research has proven that client who learn the art of practicing new and positive thoughts, feelings, and actions or behaviors, can actually re-wire the brain to be more effective and even change traumatic memories and in turn will help the client change the way they respond to life circumstances,
In short, It not really about what happens to one that makes them unhealthy mentally, but what are you continually negatively telling yourself about what happens.
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Fred has a Master of Art's in Church Ministries (MACM) and a Master of Art's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling (MACMHC) from the Pentecostal Theological Seminary in Cleveland, TN. With more than 20 years of pastoral counseling and numerous hours of clinical mental health counseling, Fred's belief that strengthening the family through establishing healthy relationships and providing personal empowerment through motivational counseling has been foundational in his success as a pastor and a counselor/therapist.


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Gambling addict who owes Caesars millions gets probation
A Wisconsin man and self-admitted gambling addict ensnared in a bad check case for failing to pay off a $3.5 million marker to Caesars Entertainment was sentenced to five years of probation earlier this week.
However, Christian Peterson could clear his record of the two counts of attempted drawing and passing a check without sufficient funds if he pays Caesars Entertainment $2.5 million in restitution. He pleaded guilty in November.
As part of his probation, he is to pay $50,000, defense attorney Chris Rasmussen said, but if he pays only the $50,000, his case will not be expunged.
Peterson used to enjoy gaming industry perks such as gaming company jets flying him to Las Vegas where he played $25,000 blackjack hands.
On one such occasion in April 2008, Peterson said, he was leaving on a private jet when the plane was turned around midflight because of the threat of a crash and brought back to Las Vegas. There employees from Caesars Entertainment surrounded him and intimidated him into signing a $3.5 million marker, which he disputed he owed, he said.
Peterson sued the company over the incident and lost. In 2009, he was ordered to pay Caesars $2.5 million. He was indicted by a grand jury in 2010 on bad check charges for failing to pay the marker.
Since then, Peterson has declared bankruptcy in Wisconsin. It remains unknown whether he has the $50,000 for the criminal case or the $2.5 million to Caesars in the civil case.
Review-Journal reporter Mike Blasky contributed to this report. Contact reporter Francis McCabe at email@example.com or 702-380-1039.


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Skidd was kind enough to review Dreamkeepers recently. As it happens, he and his wife Phsuke are kicking off their own webcomic, so I thought I'd return the favor.
Without further ado, here's my review of UberQuest!
Right out of the gate, it's in trouble.
The parody / gaming genre isn't usually my cup of tea, so UberQuest has it's work cut out.
Why does my personal taste skew away from this genre to begin with? The main reason is that these comics tend to be derivative. First something earnest and unique has to come along and break new ground. Only then can others ride in the wake, poking fun and developing commentary about what they find.
That's not inherently bad. Parody can be entertaining and insightful- but it's always the remora, one step removed from primacy, unable to exist independent of its references. So though fun, it never captures my imagination entirely.
With this mindset I started reading UberQuest- and found a delightful counterpoint to my expectations.
What makes UberQuest better? At the core, it's the focus. It is a gaming / rpg genre comic, but that's not what it's *about*. That's simply the setting, the wallpaper for what really matters. And it looks like what really matters in UberQuest is going to be character.
They're more than just types- Fighter, Mage, etc. Most rpg-genre comics stop there, but it's the tip of the iceberg for UberQuest. Even though the comic is young and has a lot of fun, there are hints of depth and intricacy to the personalities. We're going to be treated to a comic that's not populated by roaming one-liners. It's going to be populated by emotive characters with desires, fears, conflicts, and sharp objects. Characters that I can care about- which is what draws me to fiction.
In short, there's a beating heart within this comic. And that's going to make all the references, jokes, battles, and illustrations surrounding it all the more enjoyable and relevant.
And speaking of the art- we're in for a good ride. It's stellar.
Most comics have an awkward youth- but Skidd and Phsuke come from an accomplished background as online artists, and it shows.
Excellently drawn characters- cartoonish yet solid, tangible emoting, striking that balance of detail that evokes thoughts of animation. And the backgrounds are nice too- detailed and layered when appropriate, lushly unobtrusive when our focus needs to be elsewhere. It hits that note of cartoony yet real which I find difficult to resist.
Most comic creators seem to improve as they go- if that trend holds for UberQuest, then there's nowhere to go but awesome.
If you like rpg-genre fiction and comics, check them out. If you aren't a fan of the genre, this might be the exception worth enjoying.


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Drilling is a challenging "do-it-yourself" task, but it doesn't have to be difficult if you follow the right steps and if you have to right tool. If you're just starting, a cordless drill would be a good idea to avoid difficulty with wires. Look for the best cordless drill that makes you comfortable and makes the work easier for you.
Different Uses of a Cordless Drill
Before looking for the tool, find out exactly what you need. What are you going to use the drill for? A cordless drill, as the name suggests, is a power drill that comes with rechargeable batteries. This saves you from the hindrance and limitations that cords bring. Here are some of the common uses of drills:
- Assembling screws. The most common use of drills would be when attaching screw drivers. When assembling wall furniture or paintings, a cordless drill always comes in handy.
- Driving into cement or concrete. If you need concrete fasteners or anchors, you need to do some concrete drilling. This can be a tough task because concrete is hard to penetrate. It's usually a mixture of stones and other things bound by cement. To drill into concrete, you'd need a special hammering function that speeds up the work.
- Avoiding wood split. Sometimes, screws and nails can split the wood and ruin a perfectly fine finish. Putting holes into the wood using a power drill can help avoid this.
Types of Cordless Drills
Drills can have different classifications. Manufacturers have made a lot of varieties and specifications to make different drill units unique. First, drills can be classified according to cord – corded or cordless.
You can also classify drills according to its function and power. One of the strongest types of drills is the impact drill. This type of drill is designed specifically for heavy tasks and tough material. Aside from its rotating action, an impact drill drives through thick material with strong blows. Its main function is to drive screws and fasteners.
Guide to Buying Drills
When it comes to buying the right drill, you don't only look at the drill's power. Not all of us need the heavy-duty impact drill. Here are some factors you need to consider before shopping for a tool:
- Do you want a corded or cordless drill? If you want to be able to move around without extensions wires on your work area, a cordless type would be your best choice.
- You may want a powerful drill, but you have to consider the comfort and ease when you're using it. If the drill is too heavy for you, settle for another type that you can use even for long hours.
- Lastly, you have to consider the power. If you need to fix screws for concrete, then you need a powerful drill with a hammering function. If you know that you're going to use the drill for heavy-duty tasks, maybe an impact drill is the best option.
You can also consider other drill features. Some drills come with variable speed setting and depth setting. These features may come in handy sometime. While drilling, read instruction first and wear safety goggles if needed. Remember that the best cordless drill should be effective, easy to handle and safe to use.


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Behind the Scenes With Abbey Lee Kershaw at the Versace For H&M Cruise 2012 Campaign Shoot
Versace For H&M Resort 2012 Ad Campaign
>> Here's a behind-the-scenes look at the upcoming Versace for H&M Cruise 2012 ad campaign. Reportedly shot over 24 hours, the images show a glammed-up Abbey Lee Kershaw — complete with '50s-era coif and red lipstick — lounging poolside with fellow Versace for H&M veteran River Viiperi. The collection doesn't hit stores in Europe and the UK until Jan. 19 — and won't be available in the US at all — and official campaign images are yet to be released, but click through to get a peek at what's to come.


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Publications Procedures
Your Message in Print — Graphic, Clear, Effective
The Creative Services team is here to ensure that CUA's name and logo are used consistently and that messages to our many external audiences are uniformly high quality to solidify our identity and to raise our profile in a positive way.
That's why we review, design or oversee the design of all printed materials before they're sent off campus.
A Full-Service Graphics Studio at Your Service
The graphic designers, writer/editor and photographer in Office of Marketing and Communications come together to design, edit, proofread, photograph and oversee the printing of your brochures, posters, invitations and advertisements. And when you want your written copy to sing (or speak more clearly), we can help with writing, too. We are also required to review all printed materials produced by any CUA office for off-campus audiences.
We do all this for free. All you pay for is printing and postage.
Plan Ahead!
To give our clients our fullest attention, we adhere to a six-week schedule, from the time we meet with you and receive final copy and art—including any photography—until you receive the printed piece.
So, plan ahead!
Submitting the Copy
- Copy can be e-mailed or submitted on a CD
- MS Word only
- Single space between sentences.
- Straight text only, no pictures or art embedded in copy, please
The Art
Ideas about appropriate images are always welcome and will be carefully considered. Bring them to the meeting with publications, which is scheduled after we receive your Project Request Form.
The Project Request Form
You'll find the form here.
Complete it as soon as you know you'll need materials. We'll contact you to set up a meeting.
Meet with Publications
Bring the following to the meeting:
- Budget, delivery date and address where printed pieces are to be delivered.
- Mailing method: bulk mail, first class mail, hand delivered.
- Hard copy of text for the publication to be discussed.
The timeframe for producing and delivering your job assumes three proofs and includes up to 15 days for printing and delivery of the job. We like to allow at least six weeks for completion of the job.
What's Next?
The First Proof.
After the designer lays out the text and graphics, you will receive a hard copy of it for review. This is called the first proof.
- Review it
- Make corrections to it
- Get sign-off from all who must approve it
- Note: Major changes at this point might affect the delivery date.
The designer will correct editorial errors and make other minor changes to the first proof and then return it to you. This is the second proof. Three proofs are standard. If a job requires more than three proofs, additional production time may be required.
- After the design and copy are approved by you, our writer/editor and the associate vice president for public affairs review the proof one last time. This is called final editing.
- You review any of their changes and either sign off or discuss the changes with publications
- The project then goes to the printer.
Printing Estimates and Purchase Orders
Jobs costing more than $2,500 must be bid out to three printers. A Request for Requisition form with written bids attached will be sent to you so that you can use this information to obtain a purchase order number from the Office of Purchasing.
Jobs costing more than $2,500 and being billed rather than paid by credit card (see below) can't be sent to the printer for production until a purchase order number has been obtained and the client has signed an approval form stating the job is ready to be printed.
Some jobs can be paid for with a CUA credit card, depending on the printing cost and credit limit for your CUA credit card. Those jobs do not require PO numbers. We can discuss this at your first meeting.
Allow eight to 15 business days to print and deliver your job.
One Final Check — the Printer's Proof
This actual-size, color proof is your final opportunity to correct egregious errors before the publication is printed. Remember, corrections at this stage cost money, which comes out of your budget.
You are responsible for proofreading and approving the proof and your signature is required.
How About Photos?
The university photographer is available to photograph official university events and individuals for university publications and publicity.
Photos are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis, and the photographer can be quite busy. Please think ahead and schedule the photographer as far in advance as possible.
To reserve your place on the photographer's schedule, submit a Photo Request Form.
If the university photographer is unavailable for your job, we can recommend a freelance photographer for the work. In most cases, you are responsible for contacting that photographer and paying for his or her services.
The publications office also maintains a stock photo library. Before scheduling new photography, check the library to see if something suitable for the project already exists.
Professionals for a Professional Job
Our graphic designers, photographer and writer/editor collaborate with you to bring your vision to life. Working in the latest electronic media, we lay out the publication for your approval. The design team has been professionally trained to ensure that printed pieces communicate clearly. We welcome suggestions concerning design, typography, photo selection and color to be sure that your vision is realized in the printed piece and is consonant with the university's visual identity. We look forward to working with you.
Phone: 202-319-5600
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Fax: 202-319-4440
Hours: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday - Friday
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Ellen Woods
Director of Creative Services
Kristin Reavey
Assistant Director of Creative Services
Andrea Lora
Graphic Designer
Rebecca Sum
Graphic Designer
Greg Varner
Our main number is 202-319-5600.
The Office of Publications and Design Services is part of the Office of Marketing and Communications.


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Hello Everyone, I know everyone is working on MegaMod 0.07, but I just came to Banished after 300 hours of play and I saw this mod and I love it. So I subscribed to this and CC 1.71 and went to play and for 2 days I tried everything except reinstalling Steam. I can play and save CC 1.71 and have no problems, But I enable MegaMod 0.60 and CC 1.71 and I can save the game but I can not quit the game to try another map. I get fatal crash and then I have to reboot my computer. Then I tried the MegaMod 0.06 by itself and it does the same crash.
Is there anyone that could help me try to solve this so I may play it?
Thank you for time in this matter!


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Revised Guidance Note of ICAI on Reporting of Frauds under Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013
The Companies Act, 2013 had introduced Section 143(12) and corresponding Rule 13 of the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014. These provisions require the statutory auditors to report to the Central Government about every fraud/suspected fraud committed against the company by the officers or employees of the company. The Auditing and Assurance Standards Board of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India, in February 2015 had issued the Guidance Note on Reporting on Fraud under Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 to provide appropriate guidance on this section so that the requirements of the section can be fulfilled in letter and spirit by the auditors.
After the issuance of this Guidance Note, both Section 143(12) and Rule 13 of the Companies (Audit and Auditors) Rules, 2014 have been amended. The amended provisions require reporting by statutory auditor to Central Government only for individual frauds of Rs. one crore or above. The amended provisions have also made certain changes in the procedure and particulars of reporting under this section. These changes necessitated appropriate changes to be made in the Guidance Note earlier issued.
The ICAI has brought out this revised edition of Guidance Note on Reporting on Fraud under Section 143(12) of the Companies Act, 2013 for the benefit of the members. The Guidance Note incorporates all the necessary changes due to amendments in law at appropriate places.
Revised ICAI Guidance Note on Reporting of Frauds u/s 143(12) of CA 2013 dt. 12 Feb 2016