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More Employers Looking to Facebook for Job Candidates
According to social networking giant Facebook, over 750 million active users take advantage of its product - that's a lot of people. It was only a matter of time, then, before the job search process found its way onto the king of social networking. Why would companies want to use Facebook to recruit, and why might employees not want them to?
Recruitment company Jobs2Web reports that Facebook connections currently account for less than one percent of all total hires. However, they also suspect that if recent trends continue, the social networking site could end up rivaling traditional job boards as early as 2012. And why shouldn't it? Both employers and the employed stand to gain from making connections through Facebook. For one, it's a free service for everybody - companies looking for new hires often have to pay hundreds of dollars to use job websites like Monster.com. That's why some employers have instead decided to hire social media experts, whose role is to make connections on Facebook by joining user groups and contributing to discussions.
That process also pays off because, unlike with job boards, users are already highly invested in Facebook - their own site notes that people spend over 700 billion minutes per month there. With numbers like that, it's no wonder many companies are looking to set up a presence on the site; users are there anyway, so they might as well take advantage of it. Here Facebook has ground even on other job-focused social networking sites like LinkedIn, primarily because no one really goes on LinkedIn for fun.
Of course Facebook's major appeal might also be its major drawback when it comes to finding employment - almost everyone's on it. Do you really want the network with which you advertise your weekend exploits and favorite bands to be the same one that lands you employment? For that reason, many users are cagey about putting Facebook to work professionally. LinkedIn's own CEO argues that his company exists because people desire to keep their personal and professional lives separate. That's an understandable impulse, and one that holds true for a fair amount of people - LinkedIn reports having over 120 million users as of August 2011.
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Some savvy developers, aware of users' objections to mixing the personal and professional, have begun to present interesting solutions to that problem. Job board Monster.com, for instance, has created a Facebook application called BeKnown. On the surface, it's actually fairly similar to LinkedIn in what it offers - a hosted resume, the ability to make professional connections, a badge function for users who accrue certain achievements, etc. Unlike LinkedIn, though, BeKnown overlays right on top of a user's Facebook profile. It imports the data and connections from Facebook that the user wishes it to, but it also keeps specified pieces of information separate. Therefore, with just a few clicks, a Facebook page can transform into a handy professional networking site - no content monitoring required.
The Wall Street Journal reports that other companies are looking to follow in Monster's footsteps, finding ways to make Facebook work for users professionally without invading their personal space. In all likelihood, those that do a good job of it will find an audience; Monster's own app is reported to have 800,000 monthly users. Even in the wake of new social media platforms like Google+, Facebook seems like an ever-growing juggernaut. More of our lives make it to the site every day. Maybe the hiring process is next.
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Before they merged in 1961, the American Unitarian Association and the Universalist Church of America existed as separate religions. In 1917 the Universalist Church of America issued a Declaration of Social Principles. Marti will share a talk on this historical event in our church history.
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WHO: 1.1 billion teenagers and young adults are at risk of hearing loss
More than one billion people are at risk of damaging their hearing due to unsafe listening practices, according to the World Health Organization.
"As they go about their daily lives doing what they enjoy, more and more young people are placing themselves at risk of hearing loss", says Dr. Etienne Krug, the WHO's director for injury prevention.
The organization estimates in a report that nearly 50% of all people aged 12 to 35 who live in middle- and high-income countries are exposed to unsafe levels of noise from the use of personal audio devices. Furthermore, another 40% are exposed to potentially damaging levels of noise at concert venues, night clubs etc.
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Analysis from the US suggests that between 1994 and 2006, the prevalence of hearing loss among teenagers rose from 3.5% to 5.3%. WHO expects this rise to continue in the coming years.
Dr. Etienne Krug states that these people will incur irreversible damage to their hearing.
"They should be aware that once you lose your hearing, it won't come back. Taking simple preventive actions will allow people to continue to enjoy themselves without putting their hearing at risk", Krug says.
How to make listening safe
WHO consider a volume above 85 decibels for eight hours or 100 decibels for 15 minutes as unsafe. To counter the risk, the WHO recommends that young people keep the volume down on their personal audio devices, wear earplugs when visiting noisy venues and use carefully fitted and noise-cancelling headphones.
Furthermore, WHO recommends that the daily use of personal audio devices should not be used for more than an hour a day at a reduced sound level.
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Friends of Family Hope, I met a group of Mennonites who drove from Ohio and PA to come and give a helping hand to Simonton. One man, a dairy farmer, left his five children at home with the oldest who is in charge at age 23 years old, and came with his wife to help people clean out their flooded homes. What a heart of serving! As one person said tonight, "In disaster relief, there is no competition."
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The Lagos state Police Command has stated that the case involving the death of D'banj's son, Daniel Oyebanjo, is yet to be reported to them. The little boy who recently celebrated his one year birthday died after he drowned in a swimming pool in the family's residence in Ikoyi, Lagos.
According to a police source, even though the case is yet to be reported to them, they still have to carry out investigation.
"Although the matter had yet to be reported, the police will still have to investigate the circumstances that surrounded the death. It is sad news and one can only imagine the pain the family is going through now," the source said.
The Lagos state Police Public Relations Officer, CSP Chike Oti, in a statement, said the state CP, Edgal Imohimi, was saddened by the death.
"The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State, Edgal Imohimi, on behalf of officers and men of the Lagos State Police Command, wishes to commiserate with the family of Mr and Mrs Oladapo Daniel Oyebanjo aka D'banj, on the death of their one-year-old son, Daniel (Jnr) Oyebanjo… The entire command shares their pain."
The police also revealed that a delegation sent to D'banj's house on a condolence visit didn't meet anyone at the residence. They however await the mourning period to be over before they expect the singer's family to formally report the case to the police.
"Although a delegation from the command, led by the Divisional Police Officer, Ikoyi division, CSP Mustapha N'Abba, who were at the Ikoyi home of the Oyebanjos on a condolence visit, did not meet anyone at home, it is expected that when the mourning period is over, the family will formally report the circumstances that led to the unfortunate death of little Daniel to the police."


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I don't post about every fishing trip I make, but I like to document the particularly memorable ones. Last Wednesday afternoon was definitely a memorable one. I met up with my friend Bill and his two sons to introduce them to fly fishing for American shad. The river has been fishing well the past couple of weeks. The action wasn't as fast paced on Wednesday, but the average size of the shad was larger and there were some real tough ones mixed in.
I'd rather not use split shot if I don't have to, so I've been fishing a two fly rig (mainly for weight) in all but the fastest and/or deepest water. I lead with a fly with heavy dumbbell eyes and, most of the time, use a small beadhead wet fly for a dropper. When the water was really low, I used just the soft hackle fly, which was preferable. Either way, these beadhead soft hackles have been a real killer this season and this trip was no exception.
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I landed several shad (and lost almost as many) before the real fun began. Bill and his sons had ventured upstream to check out another pool. I was fishing near the top of a run when my line went tight. The fish gave a few tugs, then bolted down and across stream. The fish just wouldn't stop running, then began to run even faster. My Islander reel went from a steady hum to an urgent wail in seconds. It didn't take long until all of my fly line was gone. I got to see my new Hatch backing for the first time since spooling the reel last March.
Then the fish jumped. Yikes! I thought she was much closer to me than she actually was. She ran again and off came a lot more backing, probably 40 or 50 yards total. And then another jump. Wait...was that my fish? It was, but she wasn't anywhere near where she was before. In vain, I tried to regain my backing, but we were at a stalemate. She positioned her self broadside to the current and wasn't budging. It was time to chase this fish.
I waded briskly downstream and reeled up backing as fast as I could. The fish held in position, but started leaping again. The only way I could gain positive yardage was by moving towards the fish. I began to worry that this shad was foul hooked. Even though it fought like a fair hooked fish, I had very little control over her. After several stressful minutes, I was 50 yards downstream from where I hooked the fish and I had finally managed to recover all of my backing.
I started to reel the fish in through calmer water. The fish took several shorter runs and began jumping more frequently. After what seemed like an eternity, the shad began to tire enough for me to reel it close. Eventually, I got the fish close enough to see that she was fair hooked, securely in the roof of her mouth. At some point in the fracas, Bill showed up and I asked him to come downstream to help net her. With a little difficulty, I was able to net the fish myself. To my surprise, she took the top fly, not the dropper. I let out a huge sigh of relief. The shad was on for long enough for me to fear losing her, but I didn't. That fish was the craziest fish I have hooked since last summer when an extremely rowdy Bonaventure grilse ran me under a row of low hanging trees, almost clotheslining me in the process.
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I've caught a fair number of shad this season and have had a few decent scraps, but that was the first one to take me into my backing. Bill and his sons left shortly after I landed that fish. About fifteen minutes later, another took me into the backing, but I lost it shortly thereafter.
The action slowed down quite a bit as the sun sank beneath the treetops. There were sporadic hookups and fish landed. Around 6:30, lightening struck again in roughly the same spot. Another shad off to the races and I was into my backing for the third time in a couple hours. It was almost a repeat of the first demonic shad I hooked. When the fish jumped, I would realize how far it actually was from me, which was much further than I thought. With any fish, that feeling can be a little unnerving, but I love it! If I learned anything from the first crazy shad, it's that I should have chased sooner. That's what I did. As a result, this fight, while still completely manic, wasn't quite so out of control. Again, the fish was landed well downstream from where it was hooked. This time, the dropper did the trick, as it did with most of the other, more tame, fish I caught that day.
Phew! Numbers wise, I've had better days, though this day was still very respectable in that department. That said, I would trade quality for quantity anyway of the week. I don't know what got into these fish. Why were they so full of piss and vinegar that day? I don't know the answer. What I do know is that a hot fish on a swung fly is a thing of beauty, even that fish is just a big herring.
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Fans at this year's Comic-Con International in San Diego can now get an up close and personal look at the costume Zachary Levi will be wearing in Warner Bros.' upcoming Shazam! flick.
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Also on display alongside Shazam's gear is the get-up his civilian counterpart, Billy Batson (played by Asher Angel), will be wearing. Out in the open is the young kid's trenchcoat, hat, red tee and book-bag, exactly what a young teen in school would be rocking. We recently got a look at Billy and his best friend Freddy Freeman (Jack Dylan Grazer) in action, hinting at a warm, lighthearted adventure to come.
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Northview girls halt Clay City's four-game county win streak
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By CAREY FOX Times Sports Editor Northview and Clay City girls' basketball coaches are finding out a lot about their respective teams as the stretch run to sectional play kicks into full gear. Both squads have battled key injuries, but haven't quit competing for wins...
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I wanted to stay inside of the little blue house at the end of the road today. Fact was I had an important appointment with my urologist in Terre Haute. Off we went, dressed in loose-fitting layers of outerwear, shivering in our boots. My eyes are still recovering from the recent removal of the cataracts. ...
Relay For Life won't be conducted in Clay County this year
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For the past 17 years, Relay For Life has been an annual event in Clay County. Carrol Evans, a former member of the Clay County Relay For Life committee, said the event has been a huge part of the community. "The number of people in Clay County who have cancer and family members who have cancer is incredible," Evans said...
Mayor highlights road projects, others at Chamber luncheon
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The City of Brazil used 15,000 gallons of oil and more than 500 tons of rock patching holes along its city streets in 2013. These are temporary fixes, Mayor Brian Wyndham acknowledges, but he expects more permanent solutions to take shape this year...
Forest Park reviving its 'Parent Club'
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Forest Park Elementary School is working to bring in funds and parent involvment by restarting the Forest Park Parent Club. "I know it's been many years since we last had one," Principal Dustin Jorgensen explained. "So far, though, we've had a big response."...
Brown, Stallcop join Clay County chamber board
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Lori Brown and Sara Stallcop are the two newest members of the Clay County Chamber of Commerce Board. The 15-member Chamber board presides over the group's activities. The Chamber has about 100 members. Brown is a life-long county resident who works at the Law Office of Brown & Somheil in Brazil, as well as being self-employed and co-owner of The Seasoned Wick in Brazil, which opened May 5, 2012...
Miller, Gaughan to wed in May
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Brandon Miller, of Brazil, and Sarah Gaughan, of Terre Haute, wish to announce their engagement and approaching marriage. The couple plan to wed at 4:30 p.m. on May 31 at the First Baptist Church in Greenwood, Ind. Miller, a 2004 Northview High School graduate, is the son of Kevin and Anne Wilkey and the late Danny Miller...
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Alexandria Kay Straw was born Dec. 2, 2013, at 6:35 a.m. at Union Hospital, Terre Haute. Her parents are Dacota and Erin Straw of Brazil, Ind. Maternal grandparents are Hubert and Kay Summers of Staunton, Ind. Paternal grandparents are Jeff and Mindy Peters of Greencastle, Ind...
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He received his Master's degrees in history and Middle East studies from the University of Illinois, and a Master's degree and a PhD in political science and Middle East studies from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He has taught at the University of Tehran and has been a visiting scholar at the University of California-Los Angeles, Islamic Manuscripts Specialist at Princeton University, and at the Library of Congress, and adjunct professor of Middle East History at Mary-Washington University in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Dr. Faghfoory has written, translated, and edited twelve books, numerous book chapters, articles, and book reviews. His works have been published by the Cambridge University Press, Kazi Publishers, State University of New York Press, University Press of America, Oxford Encyclopedia of the Muslim World, International Journal of Middle East Studies, the Middle East Journal, and the International Journal of Shi'i Studies. He has lectured extensively in the United States, Europe, and the Middle East, and participated in interfaith dialogue organized by American media. His most recent work is a translation and annotation with commentary on a two volume study on Islamic Eschatology, published by Kazi Publishers in Chicago. Currently, he is working on a book on Clergy-State Relations in Iran: 1979—present, a textbook on Shi 'ite Islam: Religion, Culture, and Politics, and a book on Knowing God.


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At the 90th Street entrance to Central Park, 70 or so police cars materialized from nowhere, lights twinkling, like ravers converging at an underground club.
They drove in silently and parked in a tidy row on the shoulder of East Drive. I got the attention of a fresh-faced cop, who rolled his window down. "Terror drill," he said, raising his eyebrows apologetically.
He added that every precinct in the city, all 76 of them, had contributed one car to today's exercise, from the Bronx to Staten Island. This news made me personally feel safer, knowing that by clogging the streets, New York's Finest had probably made at least one terrorist late for work this morning.
It turns out these drills are a frequent occurrence in New York at "soft targets" like Times Square and other well-visited places. The brass's reasoning can be found in this article, as well as this statement on the department's counter-terrorism website:
"The Department conducts drills and deployments that enforce a heightened security presence in the City and deter terrorists through a show of force."
I didn't see any terrorists cowering in the chestnut trees, but I did observe tourists snapping photos, and you can't put a price on that. You just know that when Bert goes back to Dubuque he'll show photos of his trip to Aunt Rose, and when she sees all those cop cars, she'll probably scuttle her plans to UPS a box of brownies, stuffed with fuses and plastique, to the Engineer's Gate in Central Park. We need to make people like her think twice.
My favorite part of this police get-together, though, was how the cops all kept their red lights flashing. It created a festive, dance-party kind of air, even though the cops themselves looked kind of stiff and uncomfortable. It's soooo awkward when everyone shows up wearing the same outfit.


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TUBA CITY, Ariz. - Coconino County Supervisor Lena Fowler has been elected chairwoman of the Coconino County Board of Supervisors.
The District 5 supervisor began her term on Aug. 15 and became the first Navajo chair of the board in the history of the county. Supervisor Matt Ryan, District 3, was elected vice chair and will sit in for Fowler when necessary. Both were elected by their fellow supervisors at the Aug. 9 board meeting.
"Like many other Navajo officials I know, from county supervisors to Navajo Council delegates and presidents, to state senators and representatives, it is an awesome feeling to have come from herding sheep and the dirt floor of the hogan to representing the people in a position of great responsibility," Fowler said. "I will continue to do my best to be worthy of the people's trust."
On Aug. 5, Fowler was also appointed chairwoman of the National Association of Counties Intergovernmental Affairs Subcommittee on County and Tribal Government Relationships.
She and Ryan will serve their terms from Aug. 15 through April 16, 2012. Fowler is in the third year of her first four-year term as supervisor. Ryan is in the 15th year with the Board of Supervisors, having been elected to four terms.
With 18,661 square miles, Coconino County is the second largest in the country, next to San Bernardino in California, and one of the most geographically and culturally diverse. The county comprises the Grand Canyon, Glen Canyon National Recreational Area, Sunset Crater, Wupatki National Monument, Vermillion Cliffs National Monument, Lake Powell, the Colorado and Little Colorado rivers, BLM land and four national forests.
It is home to six tribes, including the Hualapai, Havasupai, Navajo, Hopi, Kaibab-Pauite, and San Juan Southern Paiute, and large ranches. The county is mostly rural with many small communities and diverse issues.
Coconino County contains one of the largest Native American populations of any county in the country. With a population of 134,421 people, each of the five supervisors represents about 26,000 people per district. The county has 13 Navajo chapters and is 27 percent Native American.
Fowler was elected to the Board of Supervisors in 2006, becoming only the second Navajo member of the board after former Supervisor Louise Yellowman.
For 10 years, Fowler was the director of the Diné College Office of Continuing Education, has served on the Navajo Nation Water Rights Commission, Coconino Plateau Water Advisory Council, Navajo Nation Motor Vehicle Authority Board, Tuba City Regional Health Care Corporation Board, Association for Indian Self-Determination in Healthcare, was co-founder and president of the Tuba City/Mungapi Family Wellness Center, Inc., and was a founding member and president of Tuba City Cultural Projects, Inc., which restored the historic 1916 Krenz-Kerley Trading Post and converted it into the Tuba City Public Library.
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- County Supe, Lena Fowler to be honored with service award
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Health-Bac is the only probiotic in the world used and recommended by Dr. Cass Ingram ( the world's No.1 expert on wild oregano)Probiotics are live, beneficial bacteria which affect the host by improving its microbial balance. Health-Bac was selected as the perfect probiotic to be used with Oreganol P73 and Oregacyn P73 due to it's proven ability to implant in the lower bowel.Ingredients:
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Ladybugs Are Back: Warm Temperatures Trigger Swarms In Minnesota and Wisconsin
Warm fall weather is a cue to ladybug that it's ok to come out from the hidden crevices of doorframes and windows and enjoy life. As temperatures increased over the past couple of days in Minnesota and Wisconsin, millions of ladybugs barged in on homeowners, many of whom now consider the tiny insect an annoying pest.
"Yesterday I can honestly say I vacuumed up 100 of them in the house, all day long," Lori Bissell, of Knife River on Minnesota's North Shore, told MPR News. "I would just have the vacuum cleaner out. I'd see four or five, look away, and there would be four or five more. I just don't know how they get in."
These multicolored Asian lady beetles, which are orange, not red, are not native to the U.S. In fact, they are actually relatively new to American shores. One theory about how they made it here was that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) originally introduced them in 1900s to gobble up aphids plaguing fruit trees. However, since many entomologists believe this population didn't survive, others suggest the insects may have stowed away on cargo ships from Asia.
These ladybugs are slightly larger than the more familiar red ones and they are often seen on warm autumn days when they seek aphids or plant lice to feed on. But when it starts to get colder, the ladybugs scurry back to their shelter, according to the University of Minnesota.
"Thousands of these insects would be trying to sneak in through gaps in siding, or around windows or door frames that don't quite seal properly," P.J. Liesch, director of the Insect Diagnostic Lab at the University of Wisconsin, told MPR News. "And they can just be quite a general nuisance."
These tiny insects can bite – causing minor illness in people and pets – and they may secrete a foul-smelling orange liquid if disturbed or squished, so it's better to leave them alone and wait for the colder temperatures to force them back into their warm hiding places.
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Sun-ripened berries and cornflower petals brighten up classic black tea.
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24 hour - April 2017 project
I took did some 24 hours project before I even knew that there is an ongoing event like this. The 24Hour project is a gathering of documentary and street photographers all over the world. Every participant is sharing in real time to document the human condition during this twenty-four hours.
Sharing the images and giving them free for exhibitions, workshops, and photo books for helping a good cause is the aim.
Co-founded by Renzo Grand and Sam Smotherman in 2012 this year 24-hour project took place in April and the exhibitions already started at different locations.
If you imagine that this year the number of participants reached 3,940 in 840 cities in 112 countries, it is quite an honor and a good sign for me to be part of the Mexico exhibition.


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I had 3 amazing portrait sessions in a row on one recent beautiful summer day, with 3 amazing and beautiful families! The first was with Little "C" and his mom and dad! Mom had her parents go on a hunt for balloons, which are scarce these days, due to the helium shortage! Luckily, they found some and made this cute session extra cute! Mom had some great ideas for props too - a little car with the number 1 on it and a suitcase for "C"'s travel themed nursery! I love props when they are meaningful to the shoot :) We finished up the session with an awesome cake smash to celebrate this little guy's first year! Check out some of my favorite shots:
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Featuring three new songs, Arin Ray shares a special deluxe edition of his debut album Platinum Fire.Listen here: http://smartURL.it/PlatinumFireDLX
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Glenbard North High (GNHS) Class of 2007 Alumni List
Help us Update the Glenbard North High 2007 Class List by adding any names missing from the list below:
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If you are trying to find people that graduated in '07 at Glenbard North in Carol Stream, IL, check the alumni list below that shows the class of 2007.
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By Ben Judah
DrDoctor is a digital health company transforming the way hospitals and patients communicate, by using technology to tackle the financial strain on the NHS - one hospital at a time. We bring patient correspondence into the 21st century, to automate processes, collect outcomes, measure value and drive down costs. Our platform improves appointment scheduling, increasing clinic efficiency by reducing no-shows and filling empty slots.
You'll learn:
• Why the NHS doesn't (like) change and how to achieve 'gentle disruption'
• That even with big organisations you're selling to a person, not a company
• Why slow and steady will always win the race
Why the NHS doesn't (like) change
Consider Atlas – the Titan holding the world. Any slight shift in bodyweight or adjustment to the weight of the globe resting on his shoulders could result in disaster.
The NHS is an organisation with around a quarter of a billion patient contacts per year. The risk that 'change' brings is colossal and because of this, the idea of 'disruption' is justifiably terrifying.
It is for this reason that we at DrDoctor practice and preach an iterative approach – what we affectionately call 'gentle disruption' – where change is introduced in an evolutionary, patient and well-planned way.
This type of change has to come from the inside out, with the proponents of change listening to stakeholders at every level, aligning motivations and incentivising all those involved. From the patient to the admin team, doctors to senior managers, everyone must have the same goal and be pulling for the same outcome.
The NHS is an organisation that is wary of change, but it is the opposite of an organisation against change. On every level, digital transformation is viewed as an opportunity if done right.
Selling to people, not companies
No company has ever bought anything. B2B versus B2C is more of a change in process than actual change in buyer.
It would be an error of judgement to view a company, business or indeed government as the final purchaser of any product. There is always a person (or people) involved at every stage of the decision-making process.
Different products or services are interesting to specific groups of users within the NHS and helpfully, they are signposted by job title. For example, being a technology business, we are interested at speaking primarily with CIOs or CCIOs (Chief Clinical Information Officers) within an NHS Foundation Trust.
Unfortunately, within an organisation the size of the NHS, roles of this nature rarely share the exact objectives or responsibilities. Different Trusts and hospitals naturally have different technological needs. This means it is imperative to understand:
• Who cares about the obstacle we are trying to solve enough to deploy sizable chunks of their energy to solving it?
• Who has the decision-making power to implement it? (This is not always the same person as above)
• Who controls the budget to make this happen?
• Are there stakeholders who may raise objections?
Once we have identified these individuals, we can move forwards with the process of selling our solution. In a simple case, this can be one person, but it's always best to be prepared for multiple stakeholders.
Selling technology in the NHS presents a unique challenge – forward thinking individuals who understand the benefits of new technology and can deliver results are often moved and can occupy a range of positions at various hospital Trusts.
These movers and shakers may not be able to complete the project you started with them, therefore getting the buy in from those surrounding the role is crucial.
Slow and steady
The tortoise and the hare is a great analogy when trying to sell to the NHS – slow and steady wins the race. Designing your sales funnel to fit the style of long term relationship building is key.
The average sales cycle from initial contact to signed contract can be around 18 months (aeons in the tech world) and where people are moving job roles at an increased rate this presents a unique challenge.
Our cofounder Tom Whicher is an alumnus of the NHS Innovation Accelerator and has had the fortune of developing close relationships with many of the best and brightest people in the NHS. It is these relationships that make a difference.
Regardless of a person's position at the outset, having close ties to smart, motivated and driven people within the NHS is a great position to be in. These individuals will rise to positions of influence and will be conscious of companies who are their 'new found friends' following promotion.
When selling into healthcare and especially into the NHS, patience is the answer – regardless of the question – but momentum relies on nuance. It is the responsibility of the innovator to drive the project, ensuring that it doesn't stagnate, while remaining sensitive to the buyer's cautious outlook and need for time.
It would be an error in judgement to assume that because your company's product or service is being discussed internally a sale will come to fruition. Instead, the first step of the process has begun and as the innovator you must be the engine of change, swapping gears where necessary.
The proof is in the pudding
Three years ago, our co-founder Tom Whicher met with Jenny Thomas, the general manager for Women's Services at Guy's and St. Thomas' at a networking event, where they discussed one of Jenny's major aims for the year - the reduction of DNA rates across her department.
The next few months had Tom meeting with Jenny and her team, drawing up various solutions, but each struggled when it was introduced to the IT and Information Governance departments at the Trust.
Their concern with security and 'new way of working' pushed them to err on the side of caution when embracing new technology, especially from a newer company. Jenny and Tom then agreed to create a Proof of Concept trial across her department, manually processing the data in a secure environment.
The results were astounding, but rather than going straight back to the previous blockers, Tom invited around 15 other general managers from Guy's and St. Thomas' to a pizza and beer learning session.
They discussed openly the concerns, data driven insights and results from the Proof of Concept trial and through constructive dialogue throughout the evening, piqued the desire of the others in the room.
This led to a full-scale procurement process of the DrDoctor platform throughout the Trust, with a successful rollout to all outpatients' departments beginning in April 2016. This has led to a 30% reduction in DNA rates and savings of £2.6 million within the first year of full deployment.
The NHS has achieved an impressive amount in the last 70 years, but in relation to the illustrious history of the United Kingdom, it is still a baby - these years are formative and the need to embrace change is profound.
There so is much to develop, learn and improve and if done correctly – pragmatically, powered by internal stakeholders and fuelled by innovators – we will surely leave a legacy for decades and even centuries to come.
Ben Judah is the Head of Marketing and Communications at DrDoctor.
Twitter: @BenJudah and @WeAreDrDoctor
Online: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ben-judah-28916524/


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Etsy Obsession: Silver Cocoon/
I love those little perfect coincidences that happen from time to time. A few weeks ago, my favorite St. Paulian red head, aka. our lovely wedding photographer Paige DeWees (who, by the way, has amazing personal style) sent out an invitation to her dear friend's jewelry trunk show. I was still in LA at the time, so I unfortunately had to miss it but I did spend a few moments drooling over Silver Cocoon's (husband and wife design team Tia Salmela Keobounpheng and Souliyahn Keobounpheng) pieces on Etsy. The following week, when working with the producer at Twin Cities Live to put together our next segment on local fashion, I immediately thought to reach out to Silver Cocoon to feature any of the fabulous pieces. Coincidentally, producer Melissa had the exact same plan and had already arranged for us to include their work in the segment! I don't know how she knew about them too - silly me, I thought they were just friends of a friend. Maybe their artistic jewelry was creating a bigger buzz than I realized...
When we finally got to see the pieces in person on the day of the segment, I literally stopped in my tracks. No jpeg could possibly get across the detail in each little edge and corner, such as on the acrylic/silver Hive necklace we featured in the segment. I'm also wishlisting the acrylic Thin bracelets - the challenge is deciding between the orange/yellow/ivory variety and basic black, but all I know is I MUST add a stack to my arm ASAP. It's no wonder the collection is sold at art museums like The Walker Art Center in Minneapolis. The work belongs in an exhibit of its own, so we're all lucky we can go home with it.
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Did you notice your local rankings fluctuating after the 22nd August? Well, that's because Google threw in a new little algorithm strictly targeting local results. The update was to change the way the local filter works for SERPs. Previously, Google had always filtered out listings from local results that were similar to other ranking listings. Similar to what they do to duplicate content, they pick the most relevant listing to prioritise and filters out the rest.
In September 2016, an update to local listings (dubbed the Possum update by some) proved problematic for many businesses. Basically, it started filtering out listings that shared the same phone number, website and also listings of businesses that were physically located near each other. That meant that if another business in your industry, even a direct competitor, shared the same building or road, then it could cause you to get filtered out of search results! Not great, Google!
Obviously, people weren't particularly happy with these results. And this brings us to the newest update, dubbed 'Hawk' by Joy Hawkins (we see what you did there, Joy). Google refined their proximity filter to make it more precise and we're starting to see fewer businesses affected by these changes, though they still are happening, in particular to those who share the same building or within about 50 feet.
Joy started to notice the results when she monitored the search rankings for a local orthodontic centre;
"Weber Orthodontics got filtered after the Possum algorithm update for the term "orthodontist wheaton il" due to the fact that they had a competitor down the street — 325 feet from where they were located. This competitor had a higher organic ranking and stronger relevance to that keyword, so they were included in the results, and Weber was filtered out."
After the Hawk update, Joy started to notice the listings for Weber Orthodontics return to the front page. A few months prior to this, they were missing altogether.
It's unfortunate that it took almost a year for Google to realise that their Possum algorithm was just way too broad, even after multiple complaints. This new update will hopefully see your local listings start to return so keep working on them and monitoring them daily for changes.


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Kinesiology Tape for Sciatica Pain
Learn about SI joint pain taping. SI Joint Pain is described as pain in the lower portion of the back and hip. It may radiate out to the buttocks and lower back. In some cases it travels down the legs.
Research is still out on whether the pain comes from the joint surfaces or from the ligaments that hold the joint together. The area is rich in nerve endings, and therefore any inflammation or injury to this area results in pain.
KT Tape provides support to the SI joint and alleviates pressure on the nerves in this region. Pain relief is felt immediately and continues to improve with use.


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Report a Streetlight that's Out
in Kingston, Ontario, Canada
Utilities Kingston maintains and operates over 10,000 streetlights in Kingston, Ontario. Thanks for helping us keep neighbourhoods safe by reporting streetlight problems.
We strive to repair streetlights within 5-10 business days. However, there are factors that can extend that timeframe.
Use the form below to report a streetlight outage in Kingston, Ontario. You can also call customer service at 613-546-0000, Monday to Friday from 8 AM to 5 PM.
To report a problem with a streetlight located at Canadian Forces Base Kingston, please email the Department of National Defence.
Do not report traffic signal issues using this form
Issues with traffic signals can be urgent! Do not use this form to report traffic signal issues. These should be called in 24/7 to our emergency line at 613-546-1181.


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Lose to Find
In a world so filled with emptiness,
You have to lose yourself to find yourself.
Over a month ago, I found myself, at sea without phone or internet access,
the sun setting and the water caressing the edges of the boat,
I was wearing a head wrap, long sleeves and a jumpsuit, covering my ankles. Somehow, in conforming and immersing myself to societal standards in a place where my roots most likely began:
Silence spoke to the happiness I had not found elsewhere in my troubled soul.
I found peace.
Many people, have been unable to understand my fixation for travel. Wondering if I have met someone intimately, that made my travel worth it or what risqué event has given me so much joy.
I did meet someone, I met my "best" self in a land where simplicity is underrated. Tanzania follows me everywhere now. My mother has seen Zanzibari tour buses and called me, I have gotten random emails from people in Zanzibar, and photos keep resurfacing.
All this to say, there are moments when you find yourself in the hamster wheel of life, forgetting you want to break out and actually enjoy the scenery of what the universe offers.
Unbox yourself fearlessly - Settling is scarier than conforming to a reality that doesn't even belong to you.


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Want to take a class or two at MCC while you're enrolled at another college? Here's how to apply for admission.
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It's easy to apply to MCC as a visiting student, and we're here to help. Just follow these four steps:
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Australia, we need to talk about money
7 August 2017
An Australian-wide study has revealed more than half of the population has given up on a dream because of money.
This finding is part of the Suncorp Financial Wellbeing Study conducted in association with behavioural psychologists, which analysed Australian attitudes towards money.
The national study includes responses from more than 3,200 Australians and reveals two out of three (65%) people feel pressure to do well financially, yet over a quarter find talking about money hard for fear of judgement and embarrassment.
"Even in 2017, money is still very much a taboo topic and Australians have a tendency to shy away from discussing their finances. This may have implications to both financial and overall wellbeing. Interestingly, the study also revealed that the older you get the more likely you are to not talk about money. Generation Z and Millennials are the most likely to talk about money, and Baby Boomers the least," says Patrycja Slawuta, consultant social psychologist and founder of behavioural change agency SelfHackathon who designed and developed the study.
When it comes to giving up on dreams, the study revealed it's not just the idea of owning a home that Australians are giving up on.
Over a quarter have given up on dreams of travelling overseas and almost one in 10 have given up study and education. At the other end of the generational spectrum nearly one in 10 have let go of the pursuit of early retirement.
"The more people talk about money, the more motivated they are to learn about money and their financial behaviour to improve their financial situation and gain financial confidence. More precisely, those who never talk about money or talk about money only once a month are less open to learning about money and improving their situation.
"In turn, Australians who talk about money on a daily basis or constantly are those who show the most willingness to change their financial mindset: become more confident about money and as a result, improve their financial situation. That is, talking about money is an omen for motivation to financial change," Ms Slawuta says.
Suncorp Executive General Manager Brand and Marketing, Kristi Woolrych says that although money is an important part of life, and a major source of stress, it shouldn't be a topic that Australians shy away from.
"The research findings have shed a light on the social influences, false perceptions and emotions that get in the way of Australians taking control of their finances," Ms Woolrych says.
To help Australians better understand their personal relationship with money and how this influences their decisions and behaviours, Suncorp has partnered with experts to develop the first Money Profile tool.
"The Money Profile tool aims to improve self-awareness around money attitudes that underpin behaviours, and to encourage and open up money conversations among people. We want everyone to feel confident about managing their money," Woolrych continues.
To identify your Money Profile and find out how this influences your money behaviour go to: https://www.suncorp.com.au/money-profile


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The stability of structures continues to be scientifically fascinating and technically important. Shell buckling emerged as one of the most challenging nonlinear problems in mechanics fifty years ago when it was intensively studied, and it has returned to life with new challenges motivated not only by structural applications but also by developments in the life sciences concerning soft materials. It is not at all uncommon for slightly imperfect thin cylindrical shells under axial compression or spherical shells under external pressure to buckle at 20% of the buckling load of the perfect shell. A historical overview of these aspects of shell buckling will be presented with the non-specialist in mind followed by a discussion of recent work by the speaker and several collaborators on the buckling of spherical shells. Experimental and theoretical work will be described with a focus on imperfection-sensitivity and on viewing the phenomena within the larger context of nonlinear stability.
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John Hutchinson received his undergraduate education in engineering mechanics at Lehigh University and his graduate education in mechanical engineering at Harvard University. He joined the Harvard faculty in the School of Engineering and Applied Sciences in 1964 and is currently the Lawrence Research Professor of Engineering. Hutchinson and his collaborators work on problems in solid mechanics concerned with engineering materials and structures. Buckling, structural stability, elasticity, plasticity, fracture and micro-mechanics are all relevant in their research. Ongoing research activities are: (1) development of a mechanics framework for assessing the durability of thermal barrier coatings for gas turbine engines, (2) fracture mechanics of tough ductile alloys, (3) the mechanics of thin films, coatings and multilayers, and (4) shell buckling. Further information and publications can be downloaded at http://www.seas.harvard.edu/hutchinson


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Gate Stuck Open
Customer Issue: The electric operator was working, but the gate didn't open.
Our Solution: The safety sensors were intact, so we checked the Eagle EG167 plug-in loop detector and discovered it had locked out. To solve the problem, we reset it and the testing showed it worked properly.
Gate Opener Installation
Customer Issue: Our customer wanted a powerful and reliably working swing gate opener.
Our Solution: The large and heavy gate required a more powerful motor and we recommended the Elite CSW200-1HP opener. We secured it firmly to the platform, connected the hardware and programmed the controls.
Gate Post Repair
Customer Issue: One of the swing gate's posts was slanted preventing normal opening and closing.
Our Solution: The footing was not appropriate for the type of soil on the customer's property, so we replaced it and secured the post firmly in straight vertical position.
Gate Opener Repair
Customer Issue: The motor was making a buzzing noise, but didn't open the sliding gate.
Our Solution: We checked and tested the Ramset 100 UL 1/2 HP opener, revealed the start's capacitator had burned out and replaced it with a component matching the model.
Gate Intercom Installation
Customer Issue: Mr. Nelson wanted to make his driveway gate more secure with an intercom.
Our Solution: We helped our customer choose the advanced AiPhone JK-Series video intercom system for access control and installed it to work with his sliding gate and opener.
Reversing Gate Repair
Customer Issue: The sliding gate went forward and then reversed, while the opener was working normally.
Our Solution: We inspected the hardware carefully, found a broken wheel bearing and replaced it with a new one of the same diameter and thickness.
Doorking Opener Repair
Customer Issue: The DoorKing 6100 swing gate opener was noisy and did not work smoothly.
Our Solution: After opening the cover, we inspected the components closely and found plastic shavings under the rim gear indicating it was misaligned. We adjusted it accurately and greased the housing below the gear assembly for optimal performance.
Gate Troubleshooting
Customer Issue: There was too much slack in the driveway gate chain, despite it being fully tightened.
Our Solution: We removed three links to reset the tensioners and then tensioned the chain to give it the slight sag required for normal automatic gate operation.
Gate Intercom Repair
Customer Issue: The DoorKing 1802-EPD intercom had failed completely.
Our Solution: The intercom didn't receive power and our test with the voltmeter showed the power adapter was damaged, so we replaced it with a new one matching the system's specs.
Liftmaster Opener Repair
Customer Issue: The opener wasn't working as fast as usual and was making strange noises.
Our Solution: Our test revealed that the V-belt of the LiftMaster RSW12U swing gate opener was loose and cracked, so we replaced it with a new one having the same specs.


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When my husband and I were first engaged and I was still in high school, we cruised around in his brand new 1957 Baby-Blue and White T-Bird!
Were we the talk of the town!!!
And now we are considered the most stupid for not keeping it . . . but isn't that the lesson of life and the sad result of not being able to know the future?


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Alright friends, lets start with our intriguing cliff-hangers from last week! Remember this bold print from the backroom? I assumed it would be some sort of kaftan or flowey tunic, but it's actually an amazing strapless Vero Moda dress!
Then there was this jaguar-print top:
This pendant was hanging on a mannequin in the window and it blew my mind with its awesomeness! It is totally channelling Captain Cook (except that the watch is decorative, and Captain Cook would have been far too practical to wear a turquoise watch pendant that doesn't tell time!).
I love everything about this pendant! I love the turquoise bead, the Australian map....
..... and the back side of the watch is just as gorgeous as the face:
Do you see what I see? Yessssss, it's a mermaid!
(Quick disclosure: I have a similar vintage watch pendant thing, and I know they are made by a local Edmonton maker, but for the life on me I can't remember her name! Let me know if you happen know who I'm talking about; I would love to credit her!).
Friends, these are the boots of your Pinterest dreams!
At first I thought this dress was just a charming, simple summer dress (that is lined for maximum swooshiness)....
....but up close the pattern includes text! It reads "After a few months of military service Corot and the romantic painters". (I found no evidence that French painter Jean-Baptiste Corot did his military service. But Captain Cook sure did!)
I love this great bird necklace!
(Note to friends: it's a necklace not a pendant)
There is more to this lovely flowered top than meets the eye....
It's reversible!
I love the edgy colour of these feather earrings:
Check out the unexpected contrast colour edging on this hi-low Buffalo dress:
This dress could have been a regular brown dress, but the pops of colour really make it unique!
I love me a good satchel, especially one with a proper top handle!
Some rompers look quite casual, but this one from Aritzia is so elegant!
Check out the super feminine straps and back!
The amazing Pins and Needles hat has an elastic that can go around the back of your head to keep it in place. It's stunning!
Just a reminder of how awesome you are:
From the men's section, these cool, cream-coloured LL Bean shoes:
So this tote has a huge SQUARE footprint and it stands up by itself (which is big plus with me!)!
Aha! I found another amazing hand-made garment!
Check out the zipper in the back! Love it!
This structured skirt was made by sewing long strips of fabric together horizontally in tiers. Here is the inside for those of you like me who want to see how it's made:
I don't know what type of fabric this is, though. It very possibly comes from the future. It's a lightweight, stretchy textured material. I thought it could even stand by itself...and I was right!
And it is time, friends, for me to gently ease you into the fall clothing season with this lovely Banana Republic vest:
You read all the way to the end of this post? Thanks! I have a special treat for friends of the blog: 10% off your purchase from now until the end of the August if you say the secret blog-code-word MERMAID at the counter. (OK, if you say "I can't remember the secret word, but I read the blog!" you can still get the discount). Happy shopping!


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When determining how wealthy we are in friends, there is only one question that must be asked? What is a friend? The Bible gives us some direction here: A friend is wise, reliable, willing to rebuke us, loves us at all times and is closer than a brother. Presumably, a friend is also someone we like, someone we have things in common with and someone around whom we can be ourselves. On Facebook, some of us have thousands of "friends," other sad folks have only a few hundred. Imagine if you truly had a thousand friends who were "closer than. . .
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Oh, what would we do without Apps! There are so many of them in our phones! We have one for checking out news, one for playing games, one for chatting, one for streaming videos, and what not. And there are many more coming out on a daily basis.
Developing an App is not really rocket science, to be honest. It is quite basic programming and most tools are already available within iOS and Android libraries. Both of them are really good ecosystems for developers. Marketing Apps is the difficult part, but once you go past the breakeven point, you are primed for growth.
It is quite exciting to be an app reviewer. With so many being released that focus on numerous aspects, app reviewers have quite a busy schedule. As a major App reviewer in the United States, we bring to you in this post some of the most exciting news from this year.
Web MD for Apple Watch
Web MD has always been one of the top medical data applications for quite some time. Recently, they released a version for the Apple Watch. We have got to say, it looks quite impressive. In terms of functionality, it helps you plan your dosage quantities and timing. The notifications are aesthetic, and the app even lets you know if there are any pre-requisites to a medicine.
Driving Detective
While it is a bit ridiculous that we need an App for everything that we do, this one is perhaps required. Driving Detective is an Android App that basically senses when you are driving and automatically puts your phone on a 'Do not disturb' mode. That way, you are not distracted when you drive.
Adobe Spark Post
Adobe is one of the best when it comes to graphics. They have always been makers of the best products such as Photoshop and Dreamweaver. So it makes sense that an Adobe product is a must-have product when it comes to image editing. The Spark Post allows adding graphics and text to an image so as to spice it up, and top it with some kick ass design filters!
Dots & Co
This one is actually a personal pick. Dots & Co is a gaming app for Android phones. It is an extension of the popular game Two Dots. The game features more levels, abilities and challenges. This one's definitely a game for people of all ages!
In addition to our article on smartphone news and trends, this should keep you well posted on anything and everything you need to know about your mobile world.


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Ralph A. Masiello, 100, died peacefully on Saturday November 26,2011 at the Christopher House. He was surrounded by his loving family. His wife, Christine (Turco), of 65 years, predeceased him in 2000.
He leaves four children, Frank and his wife Lynis Masiello, Shirley and her husband Daniel Barlar, Joanne and her husband James Lennon and Judith and her husband Stanley Grynsel; 9 grandchildren, Joel, Matthew, David, Taze, Tanya, Stephanie, Jennifer, Angela and James. He had 9 great grandchildren, Emily, Rachel, Joel, Sonny, Todd, Luke, Timothy, Riley and Andrew. He is survived by his brother, Rudolph Masiello and sisters, Theresa Salemmo, Mary Zereski, Yolanda Landry and Rose Mongeon. He was predeceased by siblings, Angelo, Frank, Anthony, Rita, Julia and Lucy. He leaves many nieces and nephews.
Ralph retired from Franzen Shoe Co. in 1976. He and Christine enjoyed many years together travelling at home and abroad. Their life revolved around their family. Pop, as he was affectionately called, entertained his wife daily with rides to their children�s homes and various eateries throughout the county. He was truly loved by his children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. They could not have asked for a better Pop. He was there for them always and had the unique quality of making each one feel special. Equal to his love for his family was his love for his God, Jehovah. He served as an elder in the Burncoat Congregation of Jehovah�s Witnesses. He spent 70 years helping others learn about the Bible and touched many lives. A special thanks goes out to the Christopher House who cared for Pop in his final years, we are very grateful. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society in memory of his wife Christine.
A memorial service will be held at the Oxford Kingdom Hall of Jehovah�s Witnesses, 52 Old Webster Road, Oxford, MA on Saturday, December 3 at 1:00 p.m. Private burial will be held at the family�s convenience.
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Egg Producer Fined
An Ohio egg producer is fined more than $600,000 for pollution violations.
April 14, 2011
The Ohio Attorney General has announced that Ohio Fresh Eggs, the state's largest egg producer, will pay $625,000 to settle 71 permit and pollution violations, some of which date back to 2003. In addition to paying the fine, Ohio Fresh Eggs will also have to adhere to stricter pest-control policies and complete a $300,000 environmental-improvement project by 2013. This is not the first offense for Ohio Fresh Eggs. In 2009, the company was ordered to pay $300,000 for violating clean-water rules, and in 2004, Mercy for Animals released an undercover video exposing animal cruelty at the company's factory farms.
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Nutrition Adjunct Instructor
Job description
Description of Position
The Nutrition Program at Diablo Valley College is seeking a pool of qualified applicants for possible temporary part-time teaching assignments. These positions are filled on an as-needed basis and are on-going recruitment. Assignments may include day, evening, or online courses.
The assignment involves teaching of Nutrition courses, which may include topics such as Cultural Nutrition, Life Cycle Nutrition, Community Nutrition, Sports Nutrition, and others.
Position Title
Nutrition Adjunct Instructor
Diablo Valley College
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Minimum Qualification-Education/Experience
Master's degree in nutrition, dietetics, or dietetics and food administration
Bachelor's degree in any of the above
Master's degree in chemistry, public health, or family and consumer
OR the equivalent.*
- (A Bachelor's degree in nutrition, dietetics, or dietetics and food administration, and certification as a registered dietitian, is an alternative qualification for this discipline.)
*Note: Applicants applying under the "equivalent" provision must attach details and explain how their academic preparation is the equivalent of the degrees listed above.
Desirable Qualifications
- Registered Dietitian credential
- Strong educational foundation in lifecycle, community, cultural, sports nutrition, and clinical nutrition. Experience with online instruction.
- Have a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, physical, and learning disabilities, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
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The Contra Costa Community College District does not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, age, sex, or sexual orientation. This prohibition against unlawful discrimination extends to any person who is perceived to have any of the above characteristics or who is associated with someone who has, or who is perceived to have, any of those characteristics.


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Stop focusing on the outcome and focus on the process
Scott Miker
In order to accomplish a goal we have to take action. We have to understand the work involved and make a consistent effort towards that goal.
Yet time and time again we miss that crucial part. We get caught up in the results we hope to achieve.
We assume that fantasizing about the car we will buy from the money we will make from our business idea. We think about how we will feel once we reach a specific level in our career. We dream about the accolades we will receive once we get our chance to perform.
Looking to the future and planning is important. Just as a business with no strategic direction is bound to keep spinning its wheels, if we don't think about and plan for the future we won't improve.
And there are plenty of people out there that advocate for this. They promise great riches following their simple and easy system. Or they talk about the feeling you will get once you graduate from their college. They may even tell you to create a vision board full of the fun items you would buy once you are a success.
But to me this misses the point. Improvement isn't just about the final place you hope to get to or the prizes you get from succeeding. It isn't about what others will think of you or the award you will get.
To improve and reach a goal we have to be aware of the destination we are moving towards but we have to focus on the process of getting there. We have to focus on the action and behavior changes that will need to be in place. We have to focus on the hard work and continuing to work even when you don't feel like it.
One way to do this is to set goals based on the process instead of the outcome. Instead of setting a goal to lose 30 lbs., set a goal to exercise for at least 15 minutes every day. Instead of dreaming about the Lamborghini you hope to purchase when your business takes off, set goals and put your focus on the daily processes and routines in order to maximize efficiency.
In The Ultimate Competitive Advantage by Shawn D. Moon and Sue Dathe-Douglass, the authors talk about lead and lag. These concepts are very helpful and align perfectly with the focus on the process not just on the outcome.
"In tracking progress on a goal, there are two kinds of measures: lead and lag. The lead measures track actions you set and take to achieve the goal. For example, consuming fewer calories each day and exercising regularly will lead to weight loss (as long as the laws of physics remain in place), so the lead measures are the number of calories consumed and the number of calories burned in exercise each day. The lag measures quantify the results. For example, if your goal is to lose weight, the lag measure is what the scale tells you about your progress. Tracking the lead measures is harder than tracking the lag measures, but you do it if you're serious about your goal: If you do not hit the lead measures, you will most likely not hit the lag measures."
This is great way to look at goal setting. The lead measures the process goals that you set and the lag measures the outcome goals. Focusing on the lead goals and achieving them will likely result in reaching the lag goals. But focus on the lag goals doesn't mean you will consistently do the steps to get there, which makes it less likely that you will reach that goal.
When you are striving to improve and reach goals, whether in your personal life, in a business setting, or in a team environment, make sure you take into account the process. Look at what you will specifically do to reach a goal. Without that crucial part you will likely find yourself short of the goal and wondering why it didn't happen.


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Russia Renews Threat Against Missile Sites
Col. Gen. Nikolai Solovtsov spoke a day before Russia's foreign minister visits Poland, which has agreed to allow U.S. missile interceptors on its territory.
"I cannot rule out that, in case the top military-political leadership makes such a decision, both the missile defense facilities in Poland and the Czech Republic and other similar facilities in the future could be designated as targets for our ICBMs," Solovtsov was quoted by ITAR-Tass and Interfax as saying.
Poland and the United States reached a deal last month on building the site for 10 U.S. missile interceptors by 2012. Observers said the conclusion of the deal, clinched after months of protracted negotiations, was prompted by Russia's war last month with Georgia, which had alarmed former Soviet bloc countries and others neighboring Russia.
The United States has said the defenses are meant to protect Europe and America from attacks from Iran.
A Georgian police officer was killed by gunfire Wednesday that came from the direction of a Russian checkpoint near separatist South Ossetia, Interior Ministry officials said.
It was not immediately clear who opened fire, but the shooting appeared certain to add to high tensions between Georgia and Moscow, whose forces continue to occupy its neighbor's territory in the wake of last month's five-day war.
The policeman, who was at a Georgian checkpoint about half a mile from the Russian post, died in hospital, Interior Ministry official Shota Utiashvili said. The Georgians did not return fire, he said.
Georgia's private Rustavi-2 television reported that Russian officers at the checkpoint at Karaleti, on the main road leading to the Russian-backed separatist province of South Ossetia, said they did not fire. The report suggested, without citing sources, that South Ossetian gunmen might have been the source of the gunfire.
Russian officials have said repeatedly that they consider the U.S. missile defense site a threat and have threatened to attack Poland - a NATO member - possibly even with nuclear weapons.
"These 10 interceptor missiles cannot significantly devalue (Russia's) attack potential, although this will certainly make some negative effect on it. But the point is that the United States doesn't want to take on any legal obligations but is only asserting verbally: we aren't threatening you," Solovtsov was quoted by Interfax as saying.
"They already promised in words when they unified Germany that not a single NATO soldier would be there. And where are they now?" he was quoted as saying.
Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov was to go to Poland on Wednesday for talks with Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and others.
In an interview published Wednesday in the Polska daily, Lavrov said Washington had destabilized the military balance between Russia and the United States and he said Poland, and its decision to host missile defense, had become "an element of a very dangerous game."
"This means that Poland took revenge on us for having defended the Ossetians," he was quoted as saying. "This was a mean action and a political mistake."
"Unfortunately, the Europeans are following voices from outside the continent and are pursuing a policy that is in conflict with European mentality. That's a shame," he said.


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Just prior to the World Cup, Time magazine ran an opinion piece titled "How Soccer Is Destroying American Exceptionalism." Andres Martinez wrote, "It's hard to exaggerate how much soccer's incursion into American life threatens to erode American exceptionalism, not to mention our traditional geographic illiteracy. American kids now routinely wear the jerseys of teams in places like Barcelona and Munich, much like their counterparts in the rest of the world."
American Exceptionalism isn't about t-shirts or pop culture. It is also not about individual superiority. This has relevance to today's contest against Belgium at the World Cup. Our players aren't exceptional. Our team may be.
The U.S. men's team plays Belgium in its first game of the knockout phase at the World Cup at 4 p.m. Eastern. Belgium has a very talented group with most of its players scattered throughout the top European leagues. It is quite amazing that a country the size of Los Angeles can produce so much quality individual talent. The U.S. is not going to beat them on individual talent. However, Belgium is young, inexperienced, and more a collection of stars than a team.
Jürgen Klinsmann's men have really come together as a team, playing a passionate brand of football. Now is the time to make a statement on world stage–not destroying American Exceptionalism but rather showcasing it. To put it quite simply, the Americans must play exceptionally to beat Belgium.
The Belgium squad plays an attacking game and just like the last time these two teams played, when six goals were scored, this should also prove to be a high scoring game. There are five keys for U.S. victory.
Jozy, your team needs you
Jürgen Klinsmann should start Jozy Altidore. If not, Klinsmann needs to get him in the game for meaningful time. He is the only person that can play that target position well and the U.S. will need to score goals against this Belgium team. There is nothing to save yourself for. If the U.S. loses, the next game will be in 4 years–plenty of time to heal.
Take the lead
The U.S. can't sit back and let the Belgium team get confidence and control the ball. The U.S. must take advantage of their youth and the injured Belgium defense.
Challenge your teammates
Someone needs to slap Michael Bradley across the head and tell him to start playing like Michael Bradley.
Do your job and trust your teammates
It will be hot and humid. This will make it harder both physically and mentally. Each player must do his job and not make mistakes on defense. They did a great job of this against Germany–especially Omar Gonzalez who I expect to stay in the line-up for Geoff Cameron.
Don't waste opportunities
I don't think one goal will win it for the U.S. against the talented Belgium team. Based on the six knockout games already played, the game tomorrow should be more physical with lots of fouls. The U.S. can't give up a penalty kick and must take advantage of its size and athleticism on set pieces.
If the Americans can do all this, they will advance–and so will the prestige of soccer in America and the prestige of the American soccer team around the world.
So after today when some kid walks into their local soccer store in Buenos Aires or Boston, Munich or Miami and buys a number 8 USA jersey it may be because he thinks Clint Dempsey is pretty cool or because he realizes America is an exceptional country. More likely, the kid will buy the shirt because Clint Dempsey plays on an exceptional American team.


text: How We Minister: Compassionate Care The Compassionate Care Ministry helps to cope with the lost of a loved on. Hear how the ministry touches those in their time of need: "During a time like this we realize how much our family and friends really mean to us. Your expression of sympathy will always be remembered. Dear Jerry: Thank you so much for your very nice compassionate service at Hallowell & James for our family. We really appreciated it." "Dear St. Cletus Compassionate Care Ministry, I write this note with great appreciation for your lovely sympathy card and beautiful basket you prepared for myself and my little ones. I feel truly humbled and greatly blessed by all the support and generosity. Please know that your prayers and warm thoughts are carrying me day by day."


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Dell PC Computer Desktop CORE i3 3.0GHz 4GB 1TB HD Windows 10 w/ 19" LCD
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This premier OptiPlex 790, 980 or 990 models with an Intel i-Series Processor is one of Dell's most powerful and flexible desktop solution designed for best-in class performance and collaboration, while enabling business-class control. It delivers premier technology that helps simplify systems management and security and is available in various configurations that blend seamlessly into office environments and respect our planet.
Windows 10 operating system
Windows 10 brings back the Start Menu from Windows 7 and introduces new features, like the Edge Web browser that lets you markup Web pages on your screen.
Intel® Core i3 processor
Equip your workforce with great productivity tools such as this advanced Intel® Core™ i3.
4GB system memory for advanced multitasking
Substantial RAM to smoothly run your games and photo- and video-editing applications, as well as multiple programs and browser tabs all at once.
1TB hard drive for ample file storage space
Holds a significant collection of digital photos, music, HD videos, DVD-quality movies and tons of office documents.
5 USB 2.0 ports maximize the latest high-speed devices
Also includes 5 USB 2.0 ports to connect more accessories and peripherals.
Wireless and wired network connectivity
Add On high-speed wireless LAN USB adapter (Included) connects to your network on the most common Wi-Fi standards. Gigabit Ethernet LAN port plugs into wired networks.
What's included:
1X Dell Desktop Computer
1X Set of Power and Video Cables
1x Official Windows 10 License
1x 19" LCD Monitor
1x Set of Keyboard and Mouse
1x Wifi adapter
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An amazing experience
The part that I still found amazing in this deal was the 1 tb hard disk. I am a fan of movies and the large space will allow me to hold all the movies I love to watch later. I am having an amazing experience using this computer.
Suggestions needed
I got this computer four days ago. Everything worked well but I noticed that some of my important software are not compatible with Windows 10. Is there anyone who can tell me how to go around this because I use those softwares for my work.