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First Edition: July 20, 2015
Today's early morning highlights from the major news organizations.
Los Angeles Times:
Healthcare Law Helps Sickest Americans — Depending On Their State
Every year, thousands of people like Blanca Guerra call the National Cancer Information Center, desperate to find some kind of health insurance. Guerra rang recently from her home in Arizona, seeking help for her older brother, who had just been diagnosed with advanced stage colorectal cancer. A few years ago, the call center would have had few solutions. (Levey, 7/19)
The Associated Press:
Medicaid Enrollment Surges, Stirs Worry About State Budgets
More than a dozen states that opted to expand Medicaid under the Affordable Care Act have seen enrollments surge way beyond projections, raising concerns that the added costs will strain their budgets when federal aid is scaled back starting in two years. ... In Kentucky, for example, enrollments during the 2014 fiscal year were more than double the number projected, with almost 311,000 newly eligible residents signing up. That's greater than what was initially predicted through 2021. As a result, the state revised its Medicaid cost estimate from $33 million to $74 million for the 2017 fiscal year. By 2021, those costs could climb to a projected $363 million. (Cassidy, 7/19)
The Associated Press:
Maryland Medicaid Expansion Much Higher Than Forecast
Maryland is one of more than a dozen states where new Medicaid enrollees under President Barack Obama's health care law have surpassed initial projects, though state analysts say Maryland is actually spending less on its Medicaid population because federal health care reform is covering 100,000 people who used to get health care paid entirely by the state. ... It's expected that Medicaid will take up an increasingly larger percentage of the state budget moving forward. The state has found alternative revenue sources to reduce pressure on the state budget. Maryland has significantly increased provider taxes on hospital and nursing homes in recent years, and the state has continued to rely on other state funds sources to alleviate Maryland's reliance on general funds. (Witte, 7/19)
The Associated Press:
Tribes Push To End Affordable Care Act Coverage Requirement
Representatives of several Indian tribes say they support legislation introduced by congressional Republicans this week that would exempt tribes nationwide from being classified as large employers under the federal Affordable Care Act — a designation that requires tribes to pay higher insurance costs or face federal penalties. Supporters say requiring tribes to provide group insurance for tribal employees serves to shift the costs of implementing the Affordable Care Act from the federal government to the tribes. People who register for individual coverage under the act may qualify for federal tax credits, but that option's not available to those who work for designated large employers. (7/17)
The New York Times:
Hillary Clinton Criticizes Republicans In Arkansas Homecoming
Mr. Beebe, the popular Democratic governor who left office last year due to term limits, called the 2014 midterm elections "a huge sea change" and said Mrs. Clinton's speech "revitalizes a lot of folks." Despite the turn away from Democratic candidates in Arkansas, voters here have embraced some of the party's policies including a minimum wage increase and a private-option health insurance program. "I am well aware that here in Arkansas last year was a hard one for Democrats," Mrs. Clinton said. "But don't forget, voters did come out and pass an increase in the minimum wage, Arkansas voters know pay checks need to grow." (Chozick, 7/19)
Hillary: I'm 'Examining' Obamacare's Cadillac Tax
In her highly anticipated speech on the economy Monday, Hillary Clinton was heavy on rhetoric and short on specifics, promising to reveal her actual policy proposals in the weeks ahead. But this week, she also dropped a not-so-subtle hint about a big one. In a questionnaire for the American Federation of Teachers (AFT), which endorsed her this week, Clinton noted that the so-called "Cadillac tax" levied under Obamacare is one area she is "examining." (Vinik, 7/19)
The Associated Press:
Jeb Bush: Arrogance And Incompetence Accepted In DC
Republican presidential candidate Jeb Bush, who pursued an aggressive agenda when he was Florida's governor for eight years, returns to the state capital on Monday where he plans to outline his top domestic priorities if elected. ... It's not surprising that Bush would begin rolling out a series of policies even as the field for president continues to grow. Before he ran for president he constantly urged other Republicans to offer up alternatives to Democratic-backed ideas like President Barack Obama's health care overhaul instead of just opposing them. (Fineout, 7/20)
The Associated Press:
VA Problems Mount As Missteps Continue
The Department of Veterans Affairs faces a serious numbers problem — multiple in fact. It can't count how many veterans died while waiting to sign up for health care. It says some VA hospitals may have to close if the agency can't get $2.5 billion. And a year after scandal rocked the department, congressional Republicans want to know why the number of employees fired is so low. (Daly, 7/17)
USA Today:
Theranos Gets Nod From FDA For Possible In-Home Testing
A few weeks ago, the Food and Drug Administration granted approval to Theranos' innovative finger-prick method, which requires mere drops of blood as opposed to vials to run complex tests. The agency also specifically gave its blessing to Theranos' test for the herpes simplex 1 virus. But on Thursday, the FDA gave [company founder Elizabeth] Holmes yet another thumbs up that could radically expand the company's business potential. By granting Theranos the right to conduct that herpes test outside of a lab - a so-called CLIA waiver - the FDA is giving the Palo Alto-based startup the green light to offer consumers even greater flexibility and itself a broader revenue stream. (della Cava, 7/17)
The Wall Street Journal CIO Journal:
Health Care Software Maker Intermedix Names Jack Hemmert CIO In Analytics Push
Jack Hemmert has been hired as the first CIO of Intermedix Corp., which provides sales management and analytics software for health-care providers, corporations and government agencies. Mr. Hemmert, formerly CIO of Verisk Health, reports to CEO Joel Portice. Mr. Hemmert will work to expand the company's technology and data analytics initiatives. He will establish IT culture and practices centered around Agile software development, with an emphasis on collaboration with business partners to accelerate growth. (Boulton, 7/17)
Siren Song Of Tech Lures New Doctors Away From Medicine
Just a stone's throw from UCSF Medical Center, a small group of entrepreneurs at Rock Health, a business accelerator program that is now a venture firm, were thinking about how to shake up the health care process with technology. These startups were developing new wearable devices and mobile apps to help patients take more control of their own health. The timing was right to bring new ideas to the sector. By 2012, hospitals around the country were rapidly moving away from paper-based medical records to electronic systems, a first step to moving health care into the digital age. Angelotti graduated the following year, but she didn't apply for any residency programs. Instead, she went to work at Rock Health as a researcher and writer and later joined the medical review site Iodine, one of an exploding number of digital health startups in San Francisco. (Farr, 7/19)
The Wall Street Journal:
Pregnant Women Get More Ultrasounds, Without Clear Medical Need
In 2014, usage in the U.S. of the most common fetal-ultrasound procedures averaged 5.2 per delivery, up 92% from 2004, according to an analysis of data compiled for The Wall Street Journal by FAIR Health Inc., a nonprofit aggregator of insurance claims. Some women report getting scans at every doctor visit during pregnancy. But medical experts are now warning that frequent scans in low-risk pregnancies aren't medically justified. A joint statement in May 2014 from several medical societies, including the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, calls for one or two ultrasounds in low-risk, complication-free pregnancies. (Helliker, 7/17)
Alzheimer's Drugs In The Works Might Help Other Diseases, Too
Efforts to find a treatment for Alzheimer's disease have been disappointing so far. But there's a new generation of drugs in the works that researchers think might help not only Alzheimer's patients, but also people with Parkinson's disease and other brain disorders. Previous efforts to treat Alzheimer's have focused on a single target — usually the protein called beta-amyloid, says Maria Carrillo, chief science officer of the Alzheimer's Association. "The one-target approach is probably not going to be the answer," Carrillo says. (Hamilton, 7/19)
The Washington Post:
Saliva Seen As Possible Diagnostic Tool For Alzheimer's Disease
Your spit might just reveal whether you're a likely candidate for developing Alzheimer's disease. That at least is the hope of Canadian researchers whose study suggests that analyzing certain chemical compounds in saliva could provide a cheap, noninvasive way to learn whether the brain has begun to undergo the changes that culminate in loss of memory and cognitive function. (Kunkle, 7/19)
The Associated Press:
California Universities Battle Over Alzheimer's Research
One university's effort to poach a star faculty member at another Southern California university has devolved into a legal battle that some fear may impede Alzheimer's disease research. The University of California, San Diego, has filed a lawsuit over last month's defection of Alzheimer's disease expert Paul Aisen and other employees to the University of Southern California, which has worked to bolster its reputation in medicine and sciences and has offered lucrative compensation packages to public university faculty. (7/19)
Los Angeles Times:
UCLA Health System Data Breach Affects 4.5 Million Patients
Marking another high-profile data breach, hackers broke into UCLA Health System's computer network and may have accessed sensitive information on as many as 4.5 million patients, hospital officials said. This cyberattack at UCLA comes on the heels of a major breach of federal employee records and a massive hack at health insurance giant Anthem Inc. affecting 80 million Americans this year. (Terhune, 7/17)
UCLA Health Says 4.5M May Be Affected In Data Breach
UCLA Health says it was a victim of a criminal cyberattack that affected as many as 4.5 million people. UCLA Health, in a statement Friday, said attackers accessed parts of the computer network that contain personal and medical information, but there is no evidence they "actually accessed or acquired any individual's personal or medical information." The statement said UCLA Health is working with the FBI and has hired private computer forensic experts to help in the investigation. (Calamur, 7/17)
The Associated Press:
Major Cyberattack Targets UCLA Hospital System
The FBI said in a statement that the agency was looking into the nature and scope of the cyberattack, as well as the person or group responsible. University of California President Janet Napolitano ordered an outside cybersecurity group to assess the computer security system throughout the UC system and look for potential vulnerabilities. (7/17)
USA Today:
Hack At UCLA Health Could Involve 4.5M People
However, there is "no evidence at this time that the cyber attacker actually accessed or acquired any individual's personal or medical information," said UCLA Health, a medical system that includes four hospitals and over 150 offices in southern California. That seems unlikely, said Stephen Newman, CTO of Damballa, an Atlanta-based computer security company. "Though UCLA Health says there was no evidence that personal and medical information was taken, time will tell for sure," he said. "Once criminals have unfettered access to a network, they have many ways to remove data." Health care networks are juicy targets for hackers, said Gavin Reid, vice president of threat intelligence for Lancope, an Alpharetta, Ga.-based company. (Weise, 7/19)
Los Angeles Times:
UCLA Hack Q&A: What You Need To Know
Up to 4.5 million people may have had their medical information stolen in a recent cyberattack on the UCLA Health System. Here is what you need to know. (Shively, 7/17)

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Get and Pass the Engineering Leadership Interview with Kyle Cooper Leadership Recruiter at Meta
Published on Feb 12, 2022
16 min read
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[00:00] Vidal: All right. So good afternoon today I have with me and my friend, Kyle Cooper. Kyle is a leadership recruiter at Meta. Kyle, would you like to perhaps say a few words to introduce yourself to ManagersClub?
[00:09] Kyle: Yeah, I'm really happy to be here. As Vidal said leadership a recruiter with Meta supporting software engineering leadership, as well as data science leadership, but yeah, excited to have this conversation and help out folks out there who are looking for new roles.
Table of Contents
- How should someone get on a company's radar to interview?
- What do you look for in LinkedIn Profile, resume, etc.? How important are those?
- How essential is domain-specific experience, such as machine learning, front-end engineering, and so on, compared to general management experience?
- Before the interview, what are the most crucial questions an applicant should ask the recruiter?
- Do you have any advice specifically for women and underrepresented minorities looking to land EM jobs?
- You've attended a lot of debriefs…. What are the most common causes for people not getting hired, and what can candidates do to improve their chances of getting hired?
- When someone receives an offer, how should they go about negotiating it? What are the do's and dont's?
- Do you have any other advice or tips or anything to say to leadership candidates?
- How can someone reach out to you if they are interested in opportunities at Meta?
How should someone get on a company's radar to interview?
[00:23] Vidal: Awesome. Why don't we start with how should somebody get on a company's radar? If you haven't already reached out to them and they don't know you, what would be the best way for someone to get on a radar?
[00:34] Kyle: Yeah, I think in general, just doing a bit of research on the company, whether that's following the company first just on LinkedIn, but also even connecting with some people in the organization that could be aligned to know your interests, your roles, things that you'd be most excited about.
I think that's the simplest answer in getting on the radar. You can apply for positions. I think that's always really helpful because that will get you on the recruiter's radar and get you in the process and that sort of thing. So that's always a great option.
I think doing the research first though, before you apply is usually the best practice because of that. You have a little bit more insight in terms of the types of teams and could get potential introductions to hiring managers through those connections you made through your research. But I would say those main things.
What do you look for in LinkedIn Profile, resume, etc.? How important are those?
[01:23] Vidal: Okay. I want to ask about LinkedIn profiles and resumes and people spend a lot of time working on those. And can maybe tell from your perspective what do you look for in those profiles? What should people put on there?
[01:37] Kyle: Yeah, I think keeping it up to date as much as possible is the most important thing.
Obviously, if you're not looking for a role, like you may not put things on there, but especially when you're in leadership, you're usually also hiring external folks for your team as well. So keeping your LinkedIn up to date, not only with the titles and companies you're located at, but really the types of projects that your teams are working on.
I think that is not only helpful for your own hiring, but it's really helpful for the external folks when they are searching for candidates. They can take a quick glance at a profile that comes up in a keyword search or something, and they can clearly articulate what this candidate does for my project or product standpoint.
Sometimes you can include the scope of role, maybe you're in senior leadership and you're more passionate about managing other managers. So making some of those little points on there is helpful. But also making sure that you don't need to get super detailed in your previous work experience, but making sure it's on there in terms of, if you were an engineer as the example now, what did you do as an engineer?
Like what were some of the projects or spaces that you were successful at? How did that lead you into management? I think that's always really helpful as well for the people that are looking at your profile to get a sense of the candidate's journey. What are some things this candidate could be passionate about? Is my role that I am reaching out to Vidal for gonna meet that career trajectory that I'm seeing?
I think just those points are really helpful just for whether it's a recruiter or a hiring manager that's doing some of their own research. Making sure you pop up on those searches.
How essential is domain-specific experience, such as machine learning, front-end engineering, and so on, compared to general management experience?
[03:26] Vidal: Okay. How essential is domain-specific expertise? For example, machine learning or front engineering compared to general management experience, when you're doing your leadership recruiting?
[03:39] Kyle: Yeah, I think it really comes down to like for Meta specifically, is how do managers get measured? Is it all career development? Is it more delegation? Is it project management? Is it a combination of those factors? So having expertise in a specific technical area, whether it's machine learning mobile, can really help you with the development of your reports.
And so having some specialized experiences is important, but as you get to some larger companies that like a Google, LinkedIn, a Meta, a lot of those specialized technologies, you're getting the exposure to pretty regularly. So having that great general leadership experience when it comes to how to build a career development plan for your report, how to build a performance plan as well.
Those skills are very important when it comes to growing an organization so it's a combination of both. I think as you get more senior, it's more general as you get up. Getting your foot in the door, sometimes having a little bit of specialized experience is important, but really just understanding what is the role that I'm interviewing for who would be my reports. And can I lead those folks? Not only from a general growth standpoint also from a technical growth standpoint. So I would say it's a multiple of factors.
[05:05] Vidal: Okay. So it sounds like for more entry-level it, this domain-specific stuff is more important, but as you get higher and higher up, it becomes less important. Makes sense.
Before the interview, what are the most crucial questions an applicant should ask the recruiter?
Vidal: Before an interview, a candidate will have an opportunity to have a prep call usually with the recruiter. So what is some advice you have? What are some important questions that a candidate should ask you to prepare in that prep call?
[05:30] Kyle: Yeah, I think from the candidates, what they should ask is making sure they're very clear on the selection process.
Like what does the selection process look like? Does it go to a candidate review board? How involved are the interviewers in the hiring manager? To just really get in a sense of that. And then also gain a sense of what are the main focus areas that I'm going to be doing in the interview.
And most recruiters and companies can be pretty clear with the expectations of each section. They're not going to be able to give you the answers to the questions, but you can at least understand like what those expectations are. And once you understand that, really getting a sense from the recruiter of what have other candidates done to prepare? Like you've worked with other candidates regularly, what have you heard are some best practices on how I should prepare. Practice does, make quote unquote, make perfect, right? And the more you can practice these interviews. You know what each section your stories that you're gonna tell the better foot you're going to put forward in the interview.
So the more information you can gain from the recruiter on expectations, best practices Like leveraging the recruiter. If they could connect you with somebody internally that may be able to talk through their experience. Recruiting each organization has different policies around prep calls and things of that nature, but a lot of companies are starting to offer it.
I know with leadership specifically technical practice is usually a big area because they're not coding day-to-day, but companies like Meta, we're going to have a coding interview a lot of times, and that's where you're going to want to prepare, so just making sure you do set a time side to prepare and areas that you're not doing so much day today is probably the best advice that I can give.
And I hope that candidates ask me those sorts of things on the call. When candidates don't ask a lot about best practices on preparing and, when I emphasize practicing and it doesn't seem to hit home, that's when I have concerns, because the only way I think you're going to do well in the interview is either you're interviewing other places, which is essentially making you practice or you're practicing a lot before the interview.
[07:44] Vidal: Okay. Yeah. No, I think practice is very important, especially like you say those things you don't do everyday coding challenges and stuff.
Do you have any advice specifically for women and underrepresented minorities looking to land EM jobs?
Vidal: Do you have any advice specifically for women and underrepresented minorities that are looking either for engineering leadership positions or just like engineering in general?
[08:02] Kyle: Yeah, I think. The research point is so important. I think a lot of the folks that are targeting engineering and engineering leadership roles, these are the brightest of people out there. So in doing some research on the companies that you're targeting, seeing what sort of events and things they have for underrepresented minorities, I think there are a lot of good materials and options out there for some of the larger companies, but also you'll find is doing some research on some people that may be passionate in groups that you're passionate about, just like on LinkedIn and similar to an internal Facebook, you belong to groups and you can find out events and make sure you join those. And you're building these relationships with folks that are passionate about similar things, and then you're able to build relationships internally with people in the company that may have a similar path and journey that you did. And really identifying potential mentors that you can work with and help along the way.
Like I know for myself if somebody that has a similar background as me as a bartender, not any technical experience reached out to me and said, Hey, like I have seen what you've done. Tell me about how you did it. What were some things that's something that I would really be open to because I know how hard it was to break into the work environment? So similar if you're a woman, an underrepresented minority, a lot of these folks are also passionate about bringing people into the organization to create that diversity, to create that great working environment. And a lot of folks are willing to help. Being curious. Attending events as much as possible and getting yourself out there I think is the best advice I can give.
[09:46] Vidal: I think that's really a great point because you're right. I think a lot of women, underrepresented minorities are very sensitive to this, so if you were to reach out to them for help, they'd probably be pretty receptive, at least most of them to that.
You've attended a lot of debriefs…. What are the most common causes for people not getting hired, and what can candidates do to improve their chances of getting hired?
Vidal: You've attended a lot of debriefs in your career. Could you tell us maybe what are some of the most common causes that people don't get hired? And what can a candidate do to maybe, prevent that?
[10:10] Kyle: Yeah, I think, again, it depends on the expectations of the role, and really making sure as a candidate, you have a really good understanding of what are they looking for from a signal standpoint, the interviewers for.
For my full interview, what are the areas I need to make sure I nail? And a lot of times what we see is it's two things. One is we call it hand-wavy and I know it's a general term everybody will use, but essentially to stay in very highly. No, not getting into the details, whether it's a project that most proud of, whether it's a conflict resolution situation that they dealt with cross-functional partners, whether it's managing folks, the good and the bad being as specific as possible of the situation and almost taking that STAR method and being really methodical when you're telling your stories to make sure those interviewers are getting all those points that their rubric, that, how they measure a candidate for the interview, you're hitting all those points.
And if you're not giving details, there's a lot of assumptions that may be happening that you think the interviewer is assuming correctly, but you don't know unless maybe they worked with you in the past that's different. So being specific, also checking in with the interviewers, I think. Asking them the straight up. "Hey do I need to go more in-depth here, more detailed or are we good?" I think I tell a lot of candidates to do that as they go through the interviews because 45 minutes, 30 minutes, an hour, however long they are time flies!
And making sure that you're being as detailed as possible or not overly detailed. You'll get that answer from the interviewer a lot of times. And then on the technical side, what we see if it is a frontline manager, as an example, and you're managing a lot of engineers, including senior engineers, making sure that technically, they can guide that senior engineer. They can have those deep conversations.
We're not looking for people that know, especially on leadership, the latest and greatest technology maybe, but they can get their hands dirty a little bit and dive in and guide somebody up. "Hey man, this is how I would problem solve this. Like you're the expert, but this is what I would do". And just being familiar with the technology that your team would work in and where your teams are at that you're currently at is so important. So then the interviewer can get a sense of, Hey, this person is pretty sound technically. I think they would really make an impact on this product because that's the technical issues that they're dealing with.
And they've done that in the past. Like I'm a hire. So being as specific as possible, and as much as you can roll up the sleeves, technically as well.
[13:00] Vidal: I think that's a great point too, to check in with them yeah, am I being too detailed? Am I going on too long and not detailed enough? I think that's very important to check in as you're telling these things.
When someone receives an offer, how should they go about negotiating it? What are the do's and dont's?
So here's a little bit of a more delicate topic. When someone receives an offer. Okay. They did well, they got an offer. How should they go about negotiating an offer with you? People often want to negotiate offers. We made them nervous or, don't know how to negotiate it.
[13:23] Kyle: Yeah, I think there's a lot of misconception out there around like the recruiters, holding the keys to how much money you're going to get from a compensation standpoint. And at the end of the day, recruiters are measured on how many hires they get. It's not measured on what money you gave them a lot of times, especially at large tech firms. And the more transparent you can be with the recruiter, especially around, other opportunities your comp expectations. You know that early and often that you could have some of these conversations with the recruiter, the better chance you are going to receive the largest offer possible.
Because for me, I want to get the candidate as much as I can get them, but I need the details to work with the compensation team to justify that, and so the more details you can share around, what your current expectations are, where else you're interviewing, what are those offers looking like. We're unable these days to ask for current which is a new rule. So there's a lot of times what you'll see if those aren't being discussed, it will slow the offer process down because if you don't share that information, you're going to get a standard offer. And then they're going to come back with numbers and Hey, this is what I actually need.
Now you're delaying the offer. And so if you can give the numbers upfront as much as possible and look at the recruiter as a consultant and like working with them on it, and they're going to do their best to get the best offer possible because that's going to make you accept. And that's how I'm measured.
The last thing I want is they give you an offer you don't like, and you're like, you know what, screw this Kyle like this isn't what I'm looking for. And so the more you can help upfront like they're going to do everything they can to make that happen for you because that's how they're measured.
So think about them as a partner. Think about them as a consultant and just be as transparent as possible. Another point is to do your own research. There are a lot of good details out there about companies and what salaries that typically these folks are making in these roles and all of that, to get a sense as well. But again, the more transparent you can be the better.
[15:37] Vidal: I think that's a great point because yeah, the recruiter and even like the hiring manager, right? Like they want to get you there. And, it's not really their money. They have a budget, if they can, make the argument to get you the money you need, then they're willing to do it because like you say, they're measured on filling the position.
[15:53] Kyle: Exactly. And the comp team is measured differently. It's always about cross-functional teams right? Two different goals, but you're working on the same thing. It's always tricky. Yeah. Yeah.
Do you have any other advice or tips or anything to say to leadership candidates?
[16:03] Vidal: Do you have any other advice? Anything I didn't ask that might be good to share with engineering leadership candidates?
[16:09] Kyle: Yeah. Honestly, I think building networks with folks that are passionate about similar things. I think, it's been weird during COVID and the pandemic in terms of joining events and different, mixers and things of that nature, but really just thinking about your own career and identifying mentors or even folks that you see online and you see their career trajectory, like what are the steps that they took?
And can I build a network of folks that are doing the similar type of journey that I am, because, getting a job at a big company or any company, a lot of times it takes somebody in internally to refer ya sometimes. It takes somebody to walk you through, how to repair things of that nature.
And the more folks at other companies that know you're familiar with your work, the better off you are. Finding people that are passionate about similar projects, similar spaces, all of that, I think just continue to do that. It's hard in the pandemic. So being creative in that space is always tricky.
That's probably just the best advice. Be curious, continue to network as much as possible, and attend events that you're passionate about where people would also be there in a similar fashion.
[17:20] Vidal: I think that's great. Yeah. Networking is very important.
How can someone reach out to you if they are interested in opportunities at Meta?
Kyle, you've been really generous with your time. Thank you so much for sharing your advice. How can people reach out to you if they wanted to discuss more if they were interested in opportunities at Meta that you have? What would be the best way?
[17:35] Kyle: I know. Totally. You can always find me on LinkedIn. It's pretty simple.
Kyle Cooper, and there's two Kyle Cooper's at Meta. One is a data scientist and I'm a data science leadership recruiter. So it can be a little tricky. But you'll find me feel free to connect with me also if you find a position online that we are supporting and it aligns really well with your background, feel free to ping me that over LinkedIn cause I can at least get ya in line with the appropriate recruiter appropriate team and make sure that, you can at least understand, Hey, is this position really open or, are they closing soon? So yeah, that's probably the best way if you need some help at Meta, you find a role that you like and you think you're a good fit for ping me, send it over and I'll do my best to get you aligned.
[18:21] Vidal: Awesome. Thanks so much. I'll talk with you soon.
[18:25] Kyle: All right. Vidal. Thank you.
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Volunteers wanted for Camp Ballinger kids
Tuesday, June 30, 2015
Volunteers are still needed to help the kids at Camp Ballinger this summer from July 7 through August 13. Even a few hours a week can make a big difference - just in letting the kids know that people care about what happens to them.
And - you might have fun!
Contact Marta Buell, 206-631-8835 for more information.


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At the beginning of the new year, robot/Smart Car hobbyists and students (like all of you) about engineering, science and technology are busy with preparing for the robot competitions now.
It's the great time to show the world your imagination and potential now.
ICStation R&D department has just finished this obstacle avoidance intelligent smart car which based on the STC89C52 MCU. It features with the function of obstacle avoidance, infrared remote control and Bluetooth remote control system. It improves a lot on the usage of this intelligent smart car via the connects of various modules and controller.
BTW, this is just a sample which based on 51 MCU for your reference. You also can use other MCU to build your own gear. If you like 51, just leave us your email address to get the testing code.
- Main Parts Parameters
- Components
- Steps for installation Intelligent Smart Car
- Main Components Introduction
Parameters for your reference:
1. Motor parameter
- Power apply:6V-9V
- Reduction gear ratio:1:48
2. Dual L298 Driver Motor Module
- Driver chip: L298N dual H-bridge driver chip
- Drive section terminal supply area VMS: +5V ~ +16V. (The supply area should be +6V~+16V if the electricity should be taken in the plate.)
- Drive section peak current Io: 2A / Bridge
- Logical part of the terminal supply area Vss :+5V~+7V (the electricity can be taken in the plate +5V.)
- Logical part of the operating current range: 0 ~ 36mA
- Control signal input voltage range (IN1 IN2 IN3 IN4):
Low Level:-0.3V≤Vin≤1.5V
High level: 2.3V≤Vin≤Vss
Low Level:-0.3≤Vin≤1.5V (Control Invalid Signal)
High level: 2.3V≤Vin≤Vss (Control Valid Signal)
3. Ultrasonic module
Working Voltage : 2.4~5.5v
Static current: Less than 2mA
Detection distance range: 0~4.5m
1 x 4WD Smart Car Chassis $31.54
4 x Motor Reduction
1 x 7.2V Battery pack
1 x Speed Sensor $5.6
1 x L298N 4 Channels Step Motor Driver Module
40 x Dupont 20cm Color Cable
1 x SG90 Micro Servo Motor $3.04
1 x Bluetooth Transeiver RF Module
1 x US-100 Ultrasonic Sensor Module $5.46
1 x 4 Channel Tracing Module
1 x 51 MCU
4 x Infrared Sensor Obstacle Avoidance Module Probe
1 x Ultrasonic bracket
1 x Infrared Remote Control Module $2.8
1 x Steering Gear Bracket
6 x Copper Cylinder M3*45+6
1 x M3*7.5 screw
Step 1: Installation of smart car wheels
- Fix the motor and the base plate with 2pcs fixed plates and 2pcs screws (The side with the line ends of the motor should be faced inward.)
- Install the encoder and wheel
(no need to do this if you have the 4WD kits on hand)
Step 2: Install the Speed measuring module on the baseboard
Speed Senor Module is for measuring the speed of intelligent smart car.
- It uses the correlation photoelectric slot type which can be triggered, as long as the transparent objects go through the groove. Output 5v TTL level.
- Use the schmitt trigger pulse jitter which is very stable and can be used for the smart car speed measurement, distance measurement and so on!
- Four pin definition: +5 GND OUT1 OUT2
OUT1, OUT2 are output level which can be connected to the microcontroller IO port directly. And each circuit will be with a LED indicating its output state.
Step 3: Install the 4pcs of obstacle avoidance probes on the baseboard
Step 4: Fix six pillar with 3.5cm on either side of the baseboard
Step 5: Fix the 51MCU module, 4 channel tracing module, Dual L298 drive module on the top plate
51 MCU is based on STC89C52 MCU. Our testing code is on the platform of STC89C52.
You also can use other MCU to build your own gear. If you like 51, just leave us your email address to get the testing code.
2) 4 Channel Tracing Module
It provides smart car, robot and other auto machines with solutions on the Multipurpose infrared detection system.
The probes are consisted of the discrete components, such as the infrared transmitting and receiving tube. And it uses the LM339 voltage comparator.


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Pentagon's future AI projects will be led by Lyft's Machine Learning Director, Craig Martell. After learning that Martell was on track to become the Pentagon's new chief digital and AI officer, Breaking Defense spread the news.
Craig Martell will be heading Pentagon's AI projects
Martell has significant AI industry knowledge, but he has no background in navigating public-sector red tape. The Pentagon is expecting Martell to plunge headfirst into things in that regard, and he is fully aware of the situation.
"I don't know my ways around the Pentagon yet and I don't know what levers to pull. So I'm also excited to be partnered up with folks who are really good at that as well," told Martell to Breaking Defense.
Over the first three to six months, he expects to focus on "marquee customers" and the systems required to enhance his office. The 2023 fiscal year will cost him roughly $600 million in funding.
Cutting-edge technologies, on the other hand, are more frequently developed by agile private businesses. However, many public sector usage contracts – particularly in areas such as law enforcement and defense – attract such criticism that they are abandoned.
Google's Project Maven contract with the US Department of Defense to provide AI technology to examine drone video footage is a good example of that. After it was revealed, over 4,000 workers signed a petition asking Google's management to stop working on Project Maven and promise not to develop warfare technologies again.
The Pentagon's former chief software officer, Nicolas Chaillan, resigned in September 2021 in protest of the US having "no competing fighting chance against China in 15 to 20 years" regarding artificial intelligence.
According to Chaillan, the main issue is that US firms such as Google are hesitant to collaborate with the government on AI due to ethical concerns about it. In contrast, Chinese companies are required by law to work with their government and have little regard for ethics.
Given the massive public sector in China, it's unlikely that Chinese authorities will pressure private firms to share their technology and knowledge outside of wartime. Attracting talent like Martell may help the Western public sector achieve the same level of agility that rivals have without adopting similar Orwellian tactics.
"If we're going to be successful in achieving the goals, if we're going to be successful in being competitive with China, we have to figure out where the best mission value can be found first and that's going to have to drive what we build, what we design, the policies we come up with," he told.
The CDAO will take over responsibility for Advana, the Department of Defense's developing analytics platform, and other enterprise-wide platforms to create a "data-as-a-service" model that can identify authoritative data sources and incorporate them in a standard way. By May 1, Deputy Secretary of Defense Kathleen Hicks has ordered the CDAO to conduct an analysis of data, analytics, and AI authorities and governance structures and make recommendations.
"With Craig's appointment, we hope to see the department increase the speed at which we develop and field advances in AI, data analytics, and machine learning technology. He brings cutting-edge industry experience to apply to our unique mission set," Hicks said.
At Lyft, Martell oversaw the development of algorithms that underpin key functions such as pricing, dispatch, and fraud detection. In an interview last year, he said that instead of algorithms being more important than ever before, it's all about how well they fit into a larger framework of engineering and operational excellence and how timely relevant data is.
Craig Martell has a lot of experience applying machine learning to predict consumer behavior, as well as the army of drivers that powers the Lyft app. Now he will lead Pentagon's future AI initiatives.


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Front Porch Extension – September 2009
Sean and Pete worked every weekday, even through the on/off rain of the first two weeks. An 8am start was the norm and no slacking until 4pm – not even for lunch most days!
The foundations were complete in just a couple of days and we were amazed at the speed and efficiency with which the front porch extension was tackled.
We were really happy with the attention to detail that Sean and Pete provided. An unexpected drain they uncovered required extra work and they consulted with us at every stage to ensure this didn't cause any problems.
Sean went above and beyond in catering for our cats and spent extra care in building in a cat flap through the cavity wall, a job that had a few complications along the way.
We have no hesitation in recommending Sean and Pete and in fact we have already passed their details onto a few of our friends.
One note for anyone thinking of hiring these guys, don't slack off on the tea and coffee – they deserve it!
Patrick Scott, Cheterfield.


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The Kloud Wall is one of Backdrop Fantastic's versatile modular sets. The interlocking panels allow the wall to be adapted to any venue or stage setup. The matte white finish of each panel is perfect to reflect and absorb lighting. Each panel measures 1m tall x 1.8m wide. A perfect corporate stage set and cost effective solution for any event.
No tools are required to install each panel. Installation is extremely quick and versatile with our custom brackets and rated base plates.
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The 90's brought with it a slew of fun, not to mention memorable, toys. If you take a few minutes to shop around online, it won't take long to see that many of them are still very popular. Here are a few options to consider as gifts today. These toys are kinda retro and old-school, but not quite vintage. I think it's so cool that kids still love these!
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Moon Shoes
These far-out shoes are fitted with special springs which allow kids jump around like they're on the moon or a trampoline. While moon shoes originated in the 1950s, they gained popularity in the '90s, thanks to the effort and marketing expertise of the Nickelodeon Network.
The 50s version of these shoes was made out of metal and fit over a pair of shoes. Newer pairs are made out of plastic and feature bungee-like springs to propel the wearer.
Nickelodeon Gak
This slimy "modeling compound" is similar to Play-Doh. But, it has a thinner, goopier consistency that kids of all ages love to play with. Gak is based on a substance from Nickelodeon's super-popular Double Dare show and was first sold in a star-shaped container. In 2012, Gak once again hit the store shelves. Today, it's fairly easy to find in a variety of colors and scents. Let the Gak-fest begin!
Easy Bake Oven
Hasbro's version of the Easy-Bake Oven debuted in 1993 and has been a popular item ever since. Kenner introduced the original oven in 1963. You can still get that version on sites like eBay. But, the updated version is available in stores and uses a dedicated heating element rather than an incandescent light bulb.
There's a wide variety of replacement mixes available for your favorite little baker. Or, Google the term "Easy Bake Oven recipes," to whip up yummy treats from ingredients you already have at home.
Beanie Babies
Every 90's parent remembers Beanie Babies. They're the small, collectible stuffed animals with the heart-shaped tags that some people couldn't get enough of.
While some of the discontinued designs are still worth quite a lot on eBay, newer, more affordable designs are available today in stores and through Ty's official website.
These quirky, cuddly toys were a hit when they were released in 1998. They could move, communicate with each other and even seemed to be able to learn English. Shhhh… here's the secret. The toys are pre-programmed to start saying English phrases, after a predetermined amount of time.
Today's Furbys are much more expressive and able to develop different "personality" depending on how kids interact with them.
Bop-It is a series of electronic toys similar to Simon where players are required to repeat the commands that the device gives to them. Many different variations of the toy have been produced, including the more complex Bop-It Extreme and mini keychain versions.
Today, the updated version of the original Bop-It is available from Hasbro for under $10.
These are just a few toys from the 1990s that have made a successful comeback. They're just as entertaining for kids now as they were back then. The next time you're in need of a fun gift, why not consider one that's a "blast from the past?" You know you want to!


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Spray & Clean. A water-based effective spray, to clean your erotic toys. Extend the life of your toys by keeping them clean with this Toy cleaner. Kiotos Toy Cleaner is safe to use on most materials including rubber, latex, metal, plastic, or glass. It's gentle for toys and effective against bacteria. Because the toy cleaner has a convenient spray, the product can be easily applied to your favorite sex toy. Just spray, wait a minute and rub it dry.
Warning: Can cause eye irritation. Keep out of reach of children. Wash after handling. Avoid contact with the eyes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice.
Storage: at room temperature in the original container.
Contains: < 5% Non-ionic surfactans – anionic surfactants, Methylchloroisothiazolinone, Methylisothiazolinone.


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Walt Disney World with four parks, Disney Springs, two water parks and numerous resorts offers so many magical experiences. Guests can experience great food, outstanding, groundbreaking rides and beautiful sights throughout their vacations. What are the top experiences that guests should make sure they have while visiting? We think these next experiences are essential for a Walt Disney World vacation.
1. Visit Resorts
Disney's resorts are some of the best, most themed resorts one can experience. During vacation, take time to visit some of the resorts on property. Experience a great meal at the Polynesian, Contemporary Resort, or Yacht Club to see these outstanding resorts. Consider taking a monorail or skyliner crawl to visit the resorts such as Art of Animation, Disney's Riviera, Pop Century or Caribbean Beach on the skyliner loop. Each resort on property brings a special theme that will sweep guests away.
2. Disney Springs
Disney's shopping and entertainment district in Disney Springs is a destination not to be missed while in Walt Disney World. Guests can enjoy some of the best food on property by award winning chefs at restaurants such as Morimoto Asia, Art Smith's Homecoming or Chicken Guy. A variety of entertainment can be enjoyed here as well. Roaming performances can be seen throughout Disney Springs as well as a fun adult only show at Raglan Road. Shopping is also an option with numerous stores from the World of Disney where guests can find everything Disney to specific stores offering unique gifts like the all Star Wars store or Uniqlo where guests can find lower cost clothes. With excellent shopping, dining and entertainment Disney Springs is a destination not to be missed while in Walt Disney World.
3. Get a Mickey Treat
A Mickey shaped treat is a must when visiting Walt Disney World. Now more than ever, Disney is producing Mickey themed, shaped and inspired treats. Try a classic Mickey Bar, Mickey sandwich or a savory Mickey pretzel. No matter what you choose, it isn't a Disney vacation until you grab a Mickey treat.
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4. Evening Show
One of the most magical experiences at Walt Disney World comes from seeing a nighttime show. At each of the four parks now, guests can enjoy an evening show. Each show brings Disney magic to life by using music along with either fireworks, projectors, floats or a combination of those. Happily Ever After at Magic Kingdom can bring guests to tears as Cinderella's Castle transforms to different scenes from favorite movies while fireworks and music work together to create a special experience like nothing else. At Hollywood Studios, Star Wars fans can see a similar show with scenes from the Star Wars movies while music, lasers and fireworks added to the display. Also, at Disney's Hollywood Studios is Fantasmic. This water projection, character heavy show is a fan favorite. It is one of the only places that guests can see so many beloved characters at once. At Epcot and Animal Kingdom, the nighttime shows use water and floats to bring a special story to life for guests. Take time during vacation to see at least one of the evening shows.
5. Castle
A Walt Disney World vacation isn't complete without seeing and taking pictures with the iconic Cinderella's Castle. This is an essential experience for all who come to Walt Disney World as it truly is the image of Walt Disney World for most guests. During a vacation, you will want to take time to walk around, as well as take pictures around the castle. Although most take pictures from the front of the castle, consider getting some from the sides and back as well. These offer excellent, beautiful and unique views of the castle.
6. Ride the Skyliner and Monorail
Walt Disney World now has two modes of transportation that are essential to a vacation. The original experience is riding the monorail. This takes guests around the Seven Seas Lagoon giving guests a great view of the monorail resorts and the Magic Kingdom itself. The newest mode of transportation is the skyliner. The skyliner allows guests to travel high above Epcot and Hollywood Studios as well as Art of Animation/ Pop Century and Riviera and Caribbean Beach Resort. Both of these modes of transportations are so unique that they are a must do while in Walt Disney World.
7. Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway
The newest ride to open in Walt Disney World is Mickey and Minnie's Runaway Railway located in Disney's Hollywood Studios. The first ride through attraction featuring Mickey and friends, this ride is absolutely essential to a Disney vacation. Be transformed into a cartoon with the main mouse himself as a new ride vehicle, music and visuals take you on a ride like none before.
8. Galaxy's Edge
Visiting Galaxy's Edge is one of the most essential experiences at Walt Disney World. This immersive land truly takes guests to a galaxy far, far away. Unique food, amazing views, and two outstanding rides can be found in Galaxy's Edge. The top ride in Disney is Rise of the Resistance and is located in Galaxy's Edge. Called the best ride Disney has ever done, Rise of the Resistance brings the movies to life like never before in a theme park. Guests will want to experience Galaxy's Edge both during the day and after sunset as the sights and sounds are completely different depending on the time of day. From the unique food, great views and outstanding rides, Galaxy's Edge is essential to a Disney vacation.
9. Meeting Mickey
Finally, we think that meeting Mickey Mouse is essential to a Disney experience. Schedule a meal to meet Mickey or visit him at one of his meet and greets at each of the parks. It doesn't matter how old or young one is, getting to meet Mickey Mouse is a magical experience that is essential to a trip to Walt Disney World.
There is so much to experience while visiting Walt Disney World. From state-of-the-art rides to delicious award-winning food to shopping and extraordinary modes of transportation, we think these experiences are essential for guests to experience while visiting Walt Disney World. Which ones have you done? Which ones do you need to do?


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The Lunar New Year is just around the corner, which means it's almost time to dress up and look your best during the gatherings, be it with family or friends.
In anticipation of the upcoming Lunar New Year, I've curated 5 simple Korean makeup looks that are inspired from popular Korean makeup artist, Pony.
If you don't know what makeup looks to go for, you can watch Pony's makeup tutorials to gain some inspiration!
1. Glowy Coral Makeup
Coral has always been one of the most popular shades for makeup, especially in Korean makeup because of its versatility to complement any skin tones.
This subtle warm shade will give your skin a bright healthy glow, and since it's easy to wear you can easily match it with any of your outfits as well.
The key to achieving this look is by incorporating soft coral shades to a dewy skin.
So, for this look you would want to use a lightweight and moisturising formula that will give your skin a natural radiant glow.
The highlight of this look would be using a soft coral shade on your eyes and cheeks to give it a pop of color.
But this doesn't mean you can only use one shade.
You can play around with the shades however you like, because after all makeup is all about creativity!
To complete this look, use a coral colour lipstick and you can even top it off with a layer of clear lip gloss for a more glossy looking lip and hydration.
2. Bold Red Lips
You can never go wrong with a classic bold and sexy red lip.
Whether you're opting for a natural or fierce look, a vibrant red lip will bring out your features.
Plus, it's the perfect colour for the Lunar New Year, which means you can rock this look with any of your red outfits.
After all, style is all about aesthetics.
And believe it or not, red lip works best with minimalism.
This means you might not even need makeup at all.
So for those of you who think makeup is a hassle but you still want to look good, then a bright red lipstick shall do the trick!
But if you prefer a more intense look, you can always change up the look by incorporating a darker shade like burgundy eyeshadow with black eyeliner.
Basically, you can use any shade you prefer.
Also, be sure to accentuate your lashes for brighter looking eyes by using a lengthening mascara.
3. Natural Glass Skin Glow
This makeup look is perfect for you if you prefer the natural dewy look.
Besides skincare, you can also achieve the glass skin look with makeup.
It's that same glowy and fresh look, but with a little more coverage.
It's all about perfecting your skin before you do your makeup.
So, first thing's first- get your skin prepped and ready!
One of the important steps to achieving a glass skin is moisturising your skin.
Using a mask before you put on your makeup is the best way to ensure that you have a hydrated skin!
And before you get to makeup, prep your face with moisturizer.
Since this is an au naturel look, you don't need full coverage foundation. Instead, you can use tinted moisturizer that has a lightweight texture, which will give you a subtle glow as well as maximum coverage.
To cover up any blemishes or red spots you might have, you can use a creamy concealer that blends smoothly.
To finish off the glass skin look, you can pop some highlighter onto your cheekbones for some extra glow, and be sure to add some blush too! As for the lips, you can opt for a sheer color lipstick or lip gloss.
4. Glittery Eye Makeup
The glittery eye makeup is a trend that is not dying out anytime soon.
Whether you're aiming for a subtle or bold touch of sparkle, you can always count on some glitter to make your eyes twinkle and pop!
Any good eye makeup look has to start out with a simple base, so you can pick any eyeshadow colour of your preference to go with the glitter.
If you plan to go for a simpler glitter look, you can choose light shade or just use glittery eyeshadow on itself.
But if you prefer a more vibrant look then you can try pink or orange shades.
For a more dramatic look, you can incorporate it with a cat eye flick using eyeliner.
Be sure not to go too crazy with the glitter though, otherwise it can get really messy!
5. Subtle Beige Makeup
Neutrals are also one of the classics in makeup as the warm tones can be complemented just with any skin tones.
A neutral color scheme is pretty predictable but it doesn't mean it has to be boring, because there's so much you can do with neutral shades!
You can go for a subtle and minimal look (like how Pony did hers in her makeup tutorial), or you could always add some drama by blending in darker shades with eyeliner.
Be sure to prep your skin well and keep it moisturized before putting makeup for a more flawless application!
Because of its versatility, having a neutral eyeshadow palette in your collection is a staple.
Also, it's perfect for beginners as the colors are easy to wear for any occasion.
Which one of these looks are you interested to try? Let us know in the comments!


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Holsingers newest work is a concert festival piece, with alternating musical components; the first, a punctuated aggressive syncopated motive, the second, a rollicking humorous playful montage, and the third, a spirited bassoon and flute duet that constantly reinvents itself in the orchestration, while the opening two themes duel for reestablishment. Written to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the South Dakota All-State Band, Festiva Jubiloso was premiered by the South Dakota Year 2000 All State Band with the composer at the helm.
- Composer: David R. Holsinger
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TR is also known as Graduate VISA 485 that needs to be applied once students have completed their education qualification. If you are looking for brief and up to date summary to apply for TR in Australia stay tuned and read further. Englishfirm has made it easy for students to apply for their TR.
First and foremost, the most important things are knowing the eligibility criteria. In order to apply for TR in Australia you should comply with following criteria:
- You need to be under 50 years of age.
- You should have an eligible visa before applying for graduate VISA
- Your student VISA should not be more 6 months old.
- You should have a recent qualification in a CRICOS-registered course.
- Be Prepared with all the specified evidence when you apply.
Documents Required:
To apply for TR the most important thing to clear after clearing your eligibility criteria is your English test, police check and medical examination.
Police Check:
Make sure to apply for AFP (Australian Federation Police check) and not National Police check. Also, keep in mind to get your AFP result before you apply for TR.
English Test:
Just like for Student VISA even TR requires you to clear English test score. You need to score minimum overall 6 in IELTS with 5 in each band and for PTE you require Overall 50 with each module more than 36.
Englishfirm understands with lots of different things it sometime becomes difficult for student to focus on their PTE/IELTS score and that's why we provide customized and flexible course timings so that students can manage their classes and PTE/IELTS coaching and get their result in first time itself.
Medical Examination:
Make sure to buy Health insurance before you apply for TR and also book your medical examination date in advance because at times there are huge waiting for medical exams during these unprecedented times.
When to Apply:
Lots of student have doubts that when is the right time to apply. To apply for a Temporary Graduate Subclass 485 visa, you must lodge your application within 6 months of course completion. The "completion date" is the date you are notified of your final results. Many students get confused thinking the date of graduation is the critical date. So, as long as you apply within 6 months of your completion date it is all good. Also, make sure to apply for TR before your Student VISA gets expired.
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PTE for Nursing Registration – https://englishfirm.com/2020/11/09/pte-for-nursing-registration/


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When was the last time you've looked at your shampoo label? Sure, the "volumizing effect" or "instant recovery" statements written in capital letters must have grabbed your attention instantly, but have you went past that and seen the fine print? Too bad, because that's where the true power or weakness of the product lies.
Think of it as a cookie, let's say, classic brownie. Its taste is determined by cocoa powder, but it wouldn't be the same without butter and chopped chocolate. Each ingredient has its function.
In hair and scalp products, some of the ingredients can even be hazardous, which makes reading the label properly even more important. So, stick around, here's a valuable lesson.
The top five ingredients are decisive
Caring for your scalp and hair was a true Russian roulette back in the days, with all the dangerous chemicals in the "nourishing" products. It is not until the 1970s when this issue came into the public focus and caused the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to issue regulations of this area.
According to these rules, the ingredients must be named in descending order of predominance. This means the ingredient which is the most concentrated in the package will be declared first, and so on. The ingredients which occupy less than 1% of the given product can be listed in any order. What is problematic here is that there is no law that forces cosmetic companies to reveal the concentration of the ingredients.
Water should (almost always) be the first ingredient
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Shampoos, conditioners, deep treatments, and similar products should always have water as the number one ingredient. In fact, water usually makes up to 80 percent of these product's weight. If it is not listed as the number one ingredient than you should really ask yourself what are you using? Of course, some products, such as dry shampoos and scalp exfoliators, are exceptions.
Other "carrying agents" (they carry active ingredients), besides water, are vegetable glycerin and propylene glycol (stay clear of this one).
Ingredients to avoid
The FDA regulations don't allow large hazardous concentrations of dangerous chemicals, so you can rest sure that the products containing the toxins won't kill you, but repetitive use can still harm your scalp and sometimes even let the toxins into your organism via the skin.
So, read the label carefully, and if you see some of the following words, don't buy that product again: beeswax, mineral oil, petrolatum, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Ammonium Lauryl Sulfate, and parabens. Synthetic fragrances are never good news.
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Some ingredients can be more complex than others. For example, alcohol and silicons can have both good and bad traits, depending on the product's purpose and your sensitivity for these substances.
There are products that still cause a lot of debate because of the chemicals they use. Both lye and no-lye hair relaxers are considered to be a risk because one contains sodium hydroxide and the other's main ingredient is guanidine hydroxide. While the latter one is less harmful, it still causes side-effects such as scalp burn and dry hair.
The purpose of emulsifiers and moisturizers
Emulsifiers are added to create consistency – they make opposite ingredients like water and oil connect well. The safest emulsifiers are guar gum and lecithin. Compounds with TEA, MEA, DEA, and MIPA should be avoided.
There are several different types of ingredients which have to do with the moisture of scalp and hair: emollients, moisturizers, lubricants, and humectants.
Emollients prevent the loss of moisture which makes them great for dry and damaged hair (avoid dimethicone and mineral oils).
The safest moisturizers are aloe vera and panthenol.
Lubricants add shine to your hair and reduce friction. The best natural lubricants are plant oils and primrose oil.
Humectants retain moisture from water and make your hair full. The ones that are safe for you are sorbitol and vegetable glycerin. Don't buy products with propylene glycol, as it causes irritations and allergies.
What's different with natural hair and scalp products?
Organic hair and scalp products usually don't require such detail analysis of the ingredients, but it is always good to know whether "natural" is just a word on paper or something you can trust.
Sometimes, the ingredients on the label sound like complicated chemicals, but most frequently those are your favorite kinds of butter and oils. Here's a short list to help you get the picture:
Aloe Barbadensis (Aloe Vera)
Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea Butter)
Olea Europaea (Olive) Fruit Oil
Prunus Amygdalus Dulcis (Sweet Almond) Oil
The thing you should pay attention to when it comes to "natural" products is their certification by trusted certification body with high standards for organic and natural cosmetics.
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Finally, whenever you purchase a new hair and scalp product, you should take notes of how it affects your hair. Write down the first five ingredients and do so with every new product. That way you will start noticing patterns and see what works best for you.


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The changing demographic and income situation in Brazil is boosting sales of childrenswear. Women have entered the workforce in larger numbers and therefore tend to have less children and at a later age with already established careers and higher disposable incomes allowing them to spend more per child. According to IBGE (Brazilian Institute of Geography and Statistics), the average number of children per family declined from 2.3 in 2001 to 1.9 in 2009. In addition, the population aged 0-4...
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On today's "Straight Outta Vegas with RJ Bell," RJ and AJ Hoffman preview this weekend's game between the Tennessee Titans and Cincinnati Bengals for the AFC Divisional round of the playoffs. RJ believes Tennessee is the better team across the board, and is in prefect position to outright win this game.
RJ Bell: "To me this is the perfect storm. Historically, there has been one team in the last 20 years who outperformed their underlying stats, and that's the Patriots. Mike Vrabel truly reminds me of Bill Belichick. How many years have the Titans been good, without it being obvious why they are winning? To me, it's because they've outperforming the underlying stats. Henry looks good, from what we've seen and heard from practice, and this is the healthiest they've been all year. I'm taking Tennessee -3.5."
AJ Hoffman: "I agree that Tennessee is the better team, and I'm actually putting my best bet on the over in this matchup. Bengals are 31st on DVOA, and Tennessee is one of the best teams at 2nd and manageable. Plus the Bengals struggle early in games and the Titans play their best when they have a lead. I'm taking the over."


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By Gary G. Kohls, MD for VT
It is a fact that 90% of America's school shooters were on prescription brain-altering psychiatric drugs – drugs that are well known to cause inebriation, intoxication, loss of impulse control, rage, aggression, homicidal ideation, suicidal ideation, and temporary drug-induced mania and/or psychosis.
But the well-documented psychiatric drug connections to school shootings and a host of other widely-publicized episodes of "senseless violence" has been treated as a taboo subject by Big Media, Big Pharma and the medical profession. (For much more on the connections between psych drugs and "irrational" behaviors of many types, click on http://www.globalnewscentre.com/duty-to-warn-the-red-lake-school-shootings-10th-anniversary/#sthash.TB6ZespH.dpbs.)
The first cover-up started rather innocently after August 1, 1966, when a likely drug-intoxicated (and/or drug-withdrawing) ex-Marine sharp-shooter named Charles Whitman earned his infamous title as the "Clock Tower Sniper" at the University of Texas (UT) at Austin.
Whitman was likely drug-intoxicated because of his prescribed amphetamine (Dexedrine) and barbiturate drugs, for he had been a patient of a campus physician during his second try at being a college student. (He had flunked out after his first matriculation and re-joined the Marines for a second "tour of duty". However, he was court-martialed by the Marine Corps and re- enrolled in college.)
From Whitman's homicide/suicide note, one only has hints of the psychological and spiritual traumas that he suffered during his child-rearing years. His biological parents had divorced, and dysfunctional families always cover up family violence so there is not much family history to research.
But Whitman wasn't an outcast in his childhood. He had been an Eagle Scout before he went into the Marines, and seemed to have been generally well-liked, at times being described as an "all-American boy." After the shooting spree, Whitman's father-in-law said that he was "just as normal as anybody I ever knew, and he worked awfully hard at his grades. There was nothing wrong with him that I knew of."
But Whitman took his prescribed Dexedrine and barbiturates, and, not surprisingly when one knows amphetamines and what withdrawal symptoms can come from the highly addictive barbiturates, he had chronic headaches. (Although a benign brain tumor was found at autopsy.) He hated his stern father, a self-made man whom Whitman was never able to please.
After stabbing his mother to death hours before the shootings, Whitman wrote the following explanatory note: "The intense hatred I feel for my father is beyond description. My mother gave that man the 25 best years of her life," He explained that he had killed his mother to ease her suffering. "[My father] has chosen to treat her like a slut that you would bed down with, accept her favors and then throw a pittance in return." Any child who experiences seriously dysfunctional parents, especially if there is a lot of punishment involved, feels intense humiliation and shame, which, in the case of American boys, often motivates aggressive violence. In the case of American girls, it motivates self-blame and depression..
In the case of Whitman, one would also like to know if he had suffered humiliations, hazing or other forms of psychological or physical violence during his Marine Corps basic training or during his 18 month tour at Guantanamo Bay, which can be a miserable tour. The records that might have identified the reasons for his court-martial from the Marines have probably been "lost". Whitman was never deployed to Vietnam.
One also would like to know what the symptoms were that made him seek psychiatric "treatment". What information was he given about the dangers of the two prescribed brain-altering drugs together before he took them? Why was he given a combination of two powerful psych drugs that had never been tested for safety even in the rat labs? What were the doses of the drugs? What was the frequency with which he took them, and what adverse effects did he experience?
But the 50 year-old trail is cold, and the journalists who write for the corporate-controlled media, whose editors and publishers are beholden to advertising dollars from Big Pharma and Big Medicine, are not inclined to truly investigate and report on such issues as prescription drug-induced violence, drug-induced suicides, drug-induced dementia, vaccine-induced autoimmune diseases, vaccine-induced developmental disorders, etc, etc. Iatrogenic disorders that expose Big Medicine and Big Pharma are taboo subjects.
<<<Harry Chapin and "Sniper">>>
But in 1972, singer-songwriter Harry Chapin wrote a brilliantly insightful song about Whitman, which he titled "Sniper". The song contains verses about parental abuse and neglect, social isolation, rejection and subsequent homicidal rage that have, since 1966, became common denominators in America's unique epidemic of young white male school shooters. What Chapin couldn't have known about was the brain-altering, violence-inducing and suicidal effects of Whitman's highly addicting psych drugs – amphetamines and barbiturates – that he had been prescribed by his unaware and probably well-meaning campus psychiatrist.
After his second tour of duty with the Marines ended in disgrace, Whitman tried again to make it as a student by re-enrolling at UT Austin. During the summer months before the shooting rampage, he became a patient of a psychiatrist and was on, or was withdrawing from, the two drugs. While under the influence of the drugs (or while experiencing crazy-making withdrawal symptoms after stopping or cutting down on them) he killed 14 and wounded 31 during a five-hour shooting spree from the top of the Austin campus clock tower. Whitman had already stabbed to death his mother and his wife – probably experiencing the now well-understood reality of psychiatric drug-induced remorselessness and rage.
As referred to above, Whitman had been a victim of parental conflict that led to his parent's divorce. He had likely suffered physical abuse, not just emotional abuse, from his strict father, and he had suffered the humiliation of his court martial and failure at college. Extracting some revenge, even at the expense of innocent scapegoats like his mother and wife, may have seemed logical to his drug-altered brain.
And then, at the last moment of his tragic life, like the ex-military veteran and PTSD-afflicted "madman" and drug-intoxicated Adolf Hitler two decades earlier, he avoided having to face the humiliation of a trial by jury or the hangman by committing "suicide by cop". Whitman didn't actually kill himself, but rather orchestrated the inevitable suicide when his position on the observation deck of the tower was stormed by city police officers.
<<<Going out in a "Blaze of Glory">>>.
Whitman may have gained some psychological satisfaction by not killing his despised father. Leaving him alive would make him pay for his sins for the rest of his life. He may have gained some satisfaction via his "control" over the scapegoated victims on the mall below him. He knew that he would finally be getting recognition – albeit negative – via the intense media attention and that he would get to go out in a "blaze of glory" rather than living in humiliating obscurity. At least he would be famous for something rather than being a "nothing" who failed both in his military and academic careers. Whitman had become an unloved, invisible, inconsequential failure that, except for the temporary power over others that his guns gave him, would otherwise never have been remembered for anything.
Angry, sociopathic men, who threaten to shoot or actually shoot their estranged ex-lovers or wives are often motivated by similar feelings of humiliation when they act out violently. And it is more likely to happen when they are under the influence of alcohol or drugs, whether the drugs are prescribed or illicit. Guns and drugs don't mix.
<<<The Similarities Between the Austin, Columbine and Aurora Shooters>>>
Unlike the Littleton, Colorado shooter Eric Harris (who realized that he could ratchet up his hostility, hatred and rage by altering the dose of his Prozac-like drug Luvox), Whitman had no way of knowing that his "senseless" behavior was intimately connected to his psychiatric drugs, just like the Aurora, Colorado shooter James Holmes, who also didn't realize that he was under the brain-altering influence of neurotoxic and psychotoxic synthetic prescription drugs Zoloft (Pfizer) and Klonopin (Roche) when he was making his irrational online purchases of assault gear, assault weapons and ammunition.
It is common knowledge that virtually all American psychiatrists reflexively "treat" with psychotropic drugs over 95 – 98% of their out-patients (and 100% of their in-patients) in various combinations of neurotoxic and psychotoxic, brain-altering synthetic chemicals like Holmes's Zoloft {Pfizer}, which has an amphetamine base molecular structure and is known to adversely affect impulse control and to cause homicidal impulses, suicidal impulses, agitation, aggression, mania, psychosis, etc). Neither of the shooters, Whitman or Holmes, were aware that the barbiturates or the benzodiazepine (Klonopin) act on brain synapses like long-acting alcohol, which are crazy-making whether one is taking those drug or withdrawing from them.
Harry Chapin immortalized Whitman and his tragic (possibly even preventable) story in the powerful, haunting, and psychologically accurate song "Sniper." Here are the lyrics:
By Harry Chapin
It is an early Monday morning.
The sun is becoming bright on the land.
No one is watching as he comes a-walking.
Two bulky suitcases hang from his hands.
He heads towards the tower that stands in the campus.
He goes through the door, he starts up the stairs.
The sound of his footsteps, the sound of his breathing,
The sound of the silence when no one was there.
I didn't really know him.
He was kind of strange.
Always sort of sat there,
He never seemed to change.
He reached the catwalk. He put down his burden.
The four sided clock began to chime.
Seven AM, the day is beginning.
So much to do and so little time.
He looks at the city where no one had known him.
He looks at the sky where no one looks down.
He looks at his life and what it has shown him.
He looks for his shadow it cannot be found.
He was such a moody child, very hard to touch.
Even as a baby he never smiled too much. No, no. No, no.
You bug me, she said.
You're ugly, she said.
Please hug me, I said.
But she just sat there
With the same flat stare
That she saves for me alone
When I'm home.
When I'm home.
Take me home.
He laid out the rifles, he loaded the shotgun.
He stacked up the cartridges along the wall.
He knew he would need them for his conversation.
If it went as he planned, then he might use them all.
He said Listen you people I've got a question
You won't pay attention but I'll ask anyhow.
I found a way that will get me an answer.
Been waiting to ask you 'til now.
Right now!
Am I?
I am a lover who's never been kissed.
Am I?
I am a fighter who's not made a fist.
Am I?
If I'm alive then there's so much I've missed.
How do I know I exist?
Are you listening to me?
Are you listening to me?
Am I?
The first words he spoke took the town by surprise.
One got Mrs. Gibbons above her right eye.
It blew her through the window wedged her against the door.
Reality poured from her face, staining the floor.
He was kind of creepy.
Sort of a dunce.
I met him at the corner bar.
I only dated the poor boy once.
That's all. Just once, that was all.
Bill Whedon was questioned as he stepped from his car.
Tom Scott ran across the street but he never got that far.
The police were there in minutes, they set up barricades.
He spoke right on over them in a half-mile circle.
In a dumb struck city his pointed questions were sprayed.
He knocked over Danny Tyson as he ran towards the noise.
Just about then the answers started coming. Sweet, sweet joy.
Thudding in the clock face, whining off the walls.
Reaching up to where he sat, their answering calls.
Thirty-seven people got his message so far.
Yes, he was reaching them right where they are.
They set up an assault team. They asked for volunteers.
They had to go and get him; that much was clear.
And the word spread about him on the radios and TV's.
In appropriately sober tone they asked "Who can it be?"
He was a very dull boy, very taciturn.
Not much of a joiner, he did not want to learn.
No, no. No, no.
They're coming to get me, they don't want to let me
Stay in the bright light too long.
It's getting on noon now, it's going to be soon now.
But oh, what a wonderful sound!
Mama, won't you nurse me?
Rain me down the sweet milk of your kindness.
Mama, it's getting worse for me.
Won't you please make me warm and mindless?
Mama, yes you have cursed me.
I never will forgive you for your blindness.
I hate you!
The wires are all humming for me.
And I can hear them coming for me.
Soon they'll be here, but there's nothing to fear.
Not any more though they've blasted the door.
As the copter dropped the gas he shouted "Who cares?".
They could hear him laughing as they started up the stairs.
As they stormed out on the catwalk, blinking at the sun,
With their final fusillade his answer had come.
Am I?
There is no way that you can hide me.
Am I?
Though you have put your fire inside me.
Am I?
You've given me my answer can't you see?
I was!
I am!
and now I will be,
I will be,
I will be,
I will be,
I will be,
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Pegboard panel pullouts
When outfitting my new shop, I needed a way to store and organize my hand tools, so I stole this storage design from my friend Bob Della-Rovere in Mesa, Arizona. The setup consists of simple 3⁄4"-thick frames covered on both faces with pegboard and mounted vertically in a cabinet on full-extension drawer slides screwed to cleats. You could fix the cleats directly to a cabinet top and bottom, but I decided to mount them to a "case insert," which I then slipped into the cabinet opening after assembling the entire unit. This system works great for storing lots of tools in a compact area.
—Bob Kellenberger, Fairview, Texas
Drilling out broken screws
When installing hinges or other hardware with brass screws, I first bore pilot holes and pre-thread them by driving in a steel screw of a similar size. I then lubricate the brass screws with wax for easier insertion. In spite of these precautions, I still manage to snap off the occasional screw head. To remove the imbedded screw body, I use the same self-centering drill bit (also called a "Vix bit") that I used to drill the pilot holes. With the intended hinge or other hardware secured by screws in the remaining holes, I simply redrill with the self-centering bit, feeding it slowly with a low rpm to bore out the metal.
—Richard Libera, Newark, Delaware
Keyhole slot routing jig
Routed keyhole slots provide a great way to hang everything from picture frames and plaques to small cabinets. Plunging the bit into the work, and then moving it forward about 3⁄8" creates a keyhole-shaped slot that accepts the head of a screw. Here's a simple jig to help with the job. It's nothing more than a small panel of 1⁄4"-thick plywood or hardboard with a frame of fences attached to guide the router. The panel "wings" allow clamping the jig to a cabinet. For smaller workpieces, attach the panel with double-faced tape or hot-melt glue.
—Paul Anthony, senior editor
Zero-clearance laminate panel
When ripping narrow pieces from wide stock, I was having trouble because the opening on my tablesaw's stock throat plate was too wide to offer good support for the resulting strips. I hadn't yet made a zero-clearance replacement throat plate, and needed a quick fix. I ripped a piece of plastic laminate about a foot wide and crosscut it to match the front-to-back depth of my tablesaw. I used double-faced tape to affix the laminate to my tablesaw top, with its edge butted against my pre-set fence. I clamped a board to the fence to hold the laminate down as I raised the saw blade through it. After removing the hold-down, I was ready to go, with the laminate serving as a zero-clearance panel.
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Amongst the appointments are four new business development managers.
Accord Mortgages has expanded both its sales and underwriting teams with a number of appointments.
The appointments see the intermediary arm of Yorkshire Building Society add four business development managers. These include Andrew Calder as BDM for Scotland East, including Edinburgh, Russell Maggs as BDM for the Thames Valley area, including Oxfordshire and Gloucestershire,Eloise Tovey will support brokers on the South Coast and Mike Houston will cover the South East.
Additionally Gemma Nash has joined Accord's telephone BDM team to provide sales development support through the lender's telephony operation.
Jennifer Hadwin joins as the business development adviser team as part of an apprentice scheme, providing brokers with advice on cases over the phone.
Accord has also established two new managerial roles with Chris Hill overseeing the sales team in the south of the country as regional sales manager. Whilst Alan Luther has been appointed as a new corporate account manager, with specific responsibility for supporting the continued development of Accord's new build proposition.
David Robinson, national intermediary sales manager at Accord, said: "As part of our ongoing commitment to grow our broker support service these new appointments mean we have a robust sales network servicing intermediaries from the top to bottom of the country, with a choice of channels – including face-to-face, telephone, or web chat – to best suit brokers' business needs."
Accord has recruited some 45 underwriters over the course of the year.


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REZZ's extraordinary performance at Shambhala 2016 made her set one of the most beloved post-festival releases that fall, and likely due to the overwhelming support for her, she is one of the most anticipated artists to return to Shambhala, and SMF is beyond thrilled to welcome REZZ, affectionately known as "Space Mom" to fans, back home to the Salmo River Ranch this August 10th-13th, 2018.
Shambhala 2017 was one of the coolest and most special things Dance Music Northwest has ever been a part of. The community vibes that came together to circumvent the on and off evacuation orders that were coming from all over were nothing short of inspirational, and we won't soon be forgetting it.
But, a few of the artists promised to appear had to cancel due to weather warnings and pressure from their management. REZZ was one of those artists. The fires made it so some artists with a more grueling tour schedule who were flying in Sunday were unable to fly into any airport close enough for them to arrive on time for their set, and when the news broke, fans were pretty devastated.
2017 saw the release of REZZ's debut, highly acclaimed, full-length album "Mass Manipulation," and she was named Billboard's Breakout Artist of the Year in December. 2018 is set to be another incredible year for the rising star. She already one of the highest billed female artists at Coachella, will be performing a coveted Red Rocks headliner show this year, and now, is the very first headlining artist to be announced for Shambhala 2018.
Shambhala Music Festival's Full Headliner Release is set to be announced in early Spring, and tickets and ShambhaLodging camping packages are available at www.tickets.shambhalamusicfestival.com
We know we'll be back on the farm this year to wish the farm happy 21st birthday, what about you?!
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Woman Pleads Guilty to Role in Decapitation of Hibbing Man
GRAND RAPIDS, Minn. (AP) — A woman has pleaded guilty to her role in the decapitation of a Hibbing man.
She is expected to be sentenced to roughly 30 years in prison in connection with the death of 20-year-old old David Haiman of Hibbing.
As part of her plea agreement, she'll also have to testify against 36-year-old Joseph Thoresen of Deer River.
Thoresen is charged with decapitating Haiman in June, after the woman told Thoresen that Haiman raped her. The Associated Press generally doesn't name people who say they're victims of sexual abuse.
Authorities say the woman was in Haiman's car near Ball Club when Thoresen and Haiman got out and Thoresen hit Haiman with a baseball bat, stabbed him and beheaded him with a machete.
The woman led authorities to Haiman's body and head.