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True story: Fox's Lie to Me looks like a keeper
Premiering: Wednesday, Jan. 21, at 8 p.m. (central) on Fox
Starring: Tim Roth, Kelli Williams, Monica Raymund, Brendan Hines
Produced by: Brian Grazer, Samuel Baum, David Nevins, Steven Maeda
By ED BARK
But what if they've only got gas?
Fox's new Lie to Me is solidly entertaining while at the same time more than a wee bit preposterous. Its crime-solving centerpiece, veteran big-screen villain Tim Roth as "deception expert" Dr. Cal Lightman, takes everyone and everything at face value. A telltale lip-tightening in one of the corner pockets signifies contempt. And deceit can be as simple as an involuntary shoulder shrug.
Wednesday's premiere episode is likely to achieve liftoff in a plum time slot following American Idol. It begins niftily with Lightman teaching a class on how body language always tells all. First he nails a church bomber in a videotaped interrogation. Side-by-side pictures of Simon Cowell and George W. Bush are then used to illustrate contempt.
"These expressions are universal," Lightman assures his students and viewers at home. "The emotion looks the same whether you're a suburban housewife or a suicide bomber. The truth is written on all our faces."
CBS already is catching crooks the not-so-old fashioned way in Numb3rs, Eleventh Hour and the season's biggest new hit, The Mentalist. Fox's Bones also trades on this turf. "Procedural" crime series have proliferated to the point where you've gotta have a gimmick to make a new sale. Elementary fistfights and car chases have become rarer than a commercial break that plays at the same volume as the program it interrupts. Wheels still turn, but mostly in craniums.
Lie to Me cracks two cases for starters. A 16-year-old boy has been jailed in the murder of his comely female school teacher. Were his actions premeditated, or did he do it at all? Also, a veteran congressman set to become chairman of the House Ethics Committee is accused of frequenting a pay-for-play sex club. But maybe there's more to this than meets the eye -- or the eyebrow.
Lightman of course can be a bit eccentric and occasionally brusque. The laws of latter day prime-time TV dictate that he have an attractive female partner to keep him in line. She's Dr. Gillian Foster (Kelli Williams), who has both a sweet tooth and a lippy lip.
"You think I'm naive just because I don't share your twisted view of the world," Foster tells Lightman, who's undeterred.
Other members of the team are lead researcher Eli Loker (Brendan Hines), who has a little 'tude to him, and new recruit Ria Torres (Monica Raymund), plucked from an airport security post because she tested off the charts as a human lie detector.
Roth retains his English accent for his first outing as a small-screen leading man. He nicely underplays Lightman while also pumping plenty of life into him.
The character's deductive abilities are drawn from the real-life "scientific discoveries" of Dr. Paul Edkman, who's a consultant on the series. But all involved would be lying if they claimed not to be stretching more than a little.
Whatever the liberties taken, Lie to Me is a brisk, easily digested whodunit that looks like a long-distance runner. Prime-time already is teeming with crime-solving teams, but another pretty good one won't hurt.


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Extremely heavy, extremely thick and processed with an extreme precision - with its multiple, elliptical laminates cold bent during lamination, sedak (Germany) shows, what can be done with glass. At the special show "glass technology live", the leading fabricator of (functional) glass in maximum formats up to 3.2m x 16m, presents a triple laminate. The glass expert shows a pioneering solution that opens new possibilities also for the shipbuilding sector.
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West Texas Leadership Appreciation Lunch
Check out our West Texas leadership team at a luncheon put on by one of our owners Don Bennett! Don took the leadership team out for a business development lunch in Odessa, Texas for a strategy session and to give managers a chance to present their ideas surrounding development and growth opportunities. At Superior we believe no company can reach its full potential until every employee is utilized. This is why we encourage our employees to provide feedback and present ideas that will allow us to continue to be a successful, profitable company.
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It's time to think about lawn care again… Yes, it may still snow a few more times but spring is right around the corner. In fact, crocus are starting to bloom and winter jasmine has been blooming for a few weeks already. It's a great time to apply lime and will soon be time for fertilizer. Mulch can go out now although most people prefer to wait a little later until March or April.
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July 17 is Bladder Cancer Awareness Day. Social Security offers expedited disability case processing for over 225 qualified conditions under their Compassionate Allowances program – bladder cancer is one of them.
Compassionate Allowances are a way for the Social Security Administration to provide benefits quickly to applicants whose medical conditions are so serious that their conditions obviously meet disability standards. Individuals with bladder cancer may receive a decision on their claim in a matter of weeks instead of months or years. Being diagnosed with a Compassionate Allowance condition does not provide additional money above what an individual is eligible for under the Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) disability programs. The Compassionate Allowance program simply speeds up the receipt of a decision on the claim.
There is no special application or form. Individuals with bladder cancer or any other Compassionate Allowance condition apply for benefits using the standard process. SSA will expedite the applications of those with a qualifying condition.
To qualify for Social Security Disability with bladder cancer, SSA will determine if your condition meets Listing 13.22 for Urinary bladder – carcinoma. To meet this listing, you must show in your medical records that you have carcinoma of the urinary bladder that meets one of the following conditions:
- With infiltration beyond the bladder wall.
- Recurrent after total cystectomy.
- Inoperable or unresectable.
- With metastases to or beyond the regional lymph nodes.
If your related symptoms do not equal a listing, the Social Security Administration will next assess your residual functional capacity (RFC) (the work you can still do, despite your bladder cancer), to determine whether you qualify for benefits at steps 4 and 5 of the Sequential Evaluation Process. The lower your RFC, the less the Social Security Administration believes you can do. In determining your RFC, the Social Security Administration adjudicator should consider all of your symptoms in deciding how they may affect your ability to function.
Tips for SSDI Application for Bladder Cancer
- Know your medical records.
- Make sure your medical records document ALL of your symptoms and limitations and the residual effects you experience. Your medical records should not just document your bladder cancer, they should include notes on your symptoms like how often you feel symptoms, how severe each symptom is and how long each symptom lasts. Make sure that all your medical problems are adequately documented by your doctor, and that you are receiving the appropriate medical attention for all of your disabling symptoms. Make sure any and all side effects of treatment and/or medication are noted in your records.
- Have someone assist you with your claim if your memory, concentration, etc. prevent you from completing the forms yourself.
- See a mental health professional. If you are suffering from depression or anxiety as a result of the chronic problems and inability to participate fully in life, see a mental health professional to diagnose, treat, and document these conditions.
- See your doctor regularly and keep your appointments.
- If you can, provide evidence of a long work history.
- Provide examples of unsuccessful attempts to return to work and/or unsuccessful attempts to work in a decreased capacity, if applicable.
- Include information from nonmedical sources to support your medical claims. Gather Information from neighbors, friends, relatives, clergy, and/or past employers about your impairments and how they affect your function. Have them document changes that they have seen in your ability over time. These are not given nearly as much weight as testimony from a medical professional, but they don't hurt.
- Keep a journal. Make regular notes about your impairment, level of function, and treatments.
- If you need assistance with your claim, contact an attorney who specializes in Social Security Disability
If you're preparing to apply for Social Security disability or appeal a claim denial, I've written a book 9 Mistakes that Can Disable Your Social Security Disability Claim. This is a helpful and informative guide that will guide you through some of the common mistakes and errors that lead to unfavorable Social Security Disability decisions. Don't make a costly mistake that could cause you to lose the benefits that you need to survive! I'd love to send you a copy. Just click here to receive your free copy of my book 9 Mistakes That Can Disable Your Social Security Disability Claim.


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The Hearthskeeper has blessed you with exceptional cuteness, whether physical or in your personality (or both!).
Prerequisite: Patron deity is a god of halflings
Benefit: Three times per day you gain a +2 divine bonus to any Charisma-based skill checks.
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Run/Walk to Screen Across America
"Screening young hearts … Saving young lives!"
When? January 27, 2018
Cost: $30 online early registration (There will not be any day of registration)
What is this event? Join us in the inaugural 5k run/walk to raise support and awareness for heart screening events across the USA. Whether you are a competitive runner, ready to run your first 5K, or just looking for a fun, family activity on a beautiful Saturday morning, this is not an event to be missed! All ages and ability levels are welcome.
Support our cause: The Anthony Bates Foundation (ABF) and our trained teams hosts cardiac screenings in 40 states in the US and we support screenings in 12 countries. Over 500,000 youth have been screened by ABF & our teams, consistently 5% are found to have life threatening heart issues. Your registration helps support the screening programs, research efforts and raise awareness for heart screens for teens & families in the communities served and supported by ABF. Be a part of our mission in saving young lives!
What Do You Get? The first 500 participants will receive a custom medal, T-Shirt, wristband and running bib. Live racers will get a goodie bag from our sponsors.
Event location: Paradise Valley High School, start and finish of race on football field, 3950 E. Bell Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85032. See map for location details.
Entrance / Parking: Use the 40th street lot for entrance and parking. Additional parking on Bell and 38th Street.
On Your Own option: Can't make the date? Choose your own day/time to Run Your Race. Run/Walk/Exercise/Work on your own, or with a group in your area. Reporting your time is optional! Break up your activity into 2 or 3 outings—whenever it works for you—everyone gets a runner's packet! International and Canada participants also welcome (Select your correct option)! (On Your Own race packets will ship the week of the race when the shirts arrive.)
Additional Donations (if you don't want to walk or run but love the idea of helping children) you may donate to Anthony Bates Foundation through the following link: https://www.anthonybates.org
Run - Walk - Screen
"Screening young hearts ... Saving young lives!"
Event details and schedule
Packet Pickup will take place from 4 - 8 pm at both Road Runner Sports locations.
1/25/18 Tempe store 43 S McClintock Dr, Tempe, AZ 85281
1/26/18 Scottsdale store 7077 E Mayo Blvd Suite 150, Phoenix, AZ 85054
1/26/18 Registration Closes promptly at 10 pm. There will not be any day of race registration.
2018 race registration is open.
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Excellent article, Frankie, thanks. Off to bang ye head against a brick wall.
"The floggings will continue until morale improves "
on the Beeb this eve
Did MI5 cover up sex abuse at Kincora boys' home in Belfast? We uncover explosive new evidence. Tonight on BBC One NI
Politics is the gentle art of getting votes from the poor and campaign funds from the rich, by promising to protect each from the other. ~Oscar Ameringer
We cannot withdraw our cards from the game. Were we as silent and mute as stones, our very passivity would be an act.
Jean-Paul Sartre
More cover up?
At least 1,400 girls as young as 11 were groomed and abused by gangs in the town over a 16 year period and new victims continue to come forward.
The committee, in its second inquiry into Rotherham, said there was compelling evidence that the towns council and South Yorkshire Police ignored numerous, credible warnings about the scale of child sexual exploitation.
And it raised suspicions that officials colluded to conceal evidence which could have uncovered the scandal years before it came to light.
The MPs heard private evidence from a former researcher who was hired by Rotherham Council to find ways of catching men who tried to lure girls and vulnerable young women into prostitution.
http://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk...p-9802307.htmlShe referred in a report, which was about to be sent to the Home Office, to the alleged indifference towards, and ignorance of, child sexual exploitation on the part of senior managers, the committee said.
The researcher told us that an unknown individual subsequently gained access to her office and removed all of the data relating to the Home Office work.
There were no signs of a forced entry and the action involved moving through key-coded and locked security doors. She was also subjected to personal hostility at the hands of Council officials and police officers, the committee said.
Politics is the gentle art of getting votes from the poor and campaign funds from the rich, by promising to protect each from the other. ~Oscar Ameringer
More good journalism from Exaro, details from private police online forum discussing cover ups and how they were prevented from investigating.
Do the right thing.
Holy Lord, that's alleging Cabinet, royalty etc were involved. Horribly credible
"The floggings will continue until morale improves "
The Metropolitan police have come out and said, rather forthrightly, that they believe "Nick", the now middle aged man who is alleging 3 child murders by an influential establishment paedophile ring. No doubt this is to clear the air after the Exaro News scoop a few days ago(linked above by Frankie Lee).
Perhaps I am naive, but the somewhat forthright language used in the above Met press release might lead one to believe that they might finally DO something about this.
"The floggings will continue until morale improves "
Only 6 current politicians
http://www.independent.ie/world-news...-30853617.htmlThree MPs and three members of the House of Lords have been named in a dossier handed to police concerning investigations into the alleged Westminster paedophile ring.
The dossier, which has been compiled by Labour MP John Mann, contains a total list of 22 high-profile figures deemed "worthy of investigation," following the detailed examination of hundreds of pieces of evidence presented to him by members of the public, The Sunday Times reports.
Mr Mann told the newspaper the dossier names 12 former ministers, several of whom he believes were "definitely child abusers" and at least two of which are alleged to have assaulted boys at the Dolphin Square "abuse parties".
Politics is the gentle art of getting votes from the poor and campaign funds from the rich, by promising to protect each from the other. ~Oscar Ameringer
More on Exaro from ex police forum about cover ups and investigations being stopped.
They are to compile formal statements and give them to the authorities and the inquiry into child abuse.
Do the right thing.
'Ere we go, as a previous Exaro related post predicted re royals being fingered, Prince Andrew allegedly involved in underage sex slave scandal.
Prince Andrew named in underage 'sex slave' lawsuit over claims of 'forced sexual relations'
"The floggings will continue until morale improves "
Nothing really new there
That was him with her at 17 when she claims she worked for Epstein as an erotic masseuse. Disgusting individual but I still thin more questions need to be asked of the king in waiting about his very close friendship with paedophiles like Jimmy Savile.
edit: That is him with another one of Epstein's victims. The woman in court now has chosen to stay anonymous.
Last edited by Frankie Lee; 02-01-2015 at 04:32 PM.
Do the right thing.
Amazing how they can sit on this stuff for so long. Both Johnny Rotten and Gerry Sadowicz named Savile as a 'very seedy man' and a paedo more than 30 years ago. Simon Dee - who was like the Tubridy of his time in England complained about him to the BBC. Dee got fired, Savile didn't. Dee's actual words were 'he's too fond of the kids' according to Tony Blackburn. Old Gerry - doesn't get much tv work now does he? Funny as f&ck too.
David Cameron advisor who starred on Dragon's Den arrested on suspicion of raping 13-year-old girl
Politics is the gentle art of getting votes from the poor and campaign funds from the rich, by promising to protect each from the other. ~Oscar Ameringer


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Guest blog--Dr. Tommy Mitchell, AiG speaker
I wanted to report on a series of meetings that Answers in Genesis has offered at Calvary Baptist Church in Covington, Kentucky. The church reserved three Wednesday nights to explore Life and Death Issues. The church leadership believes these issues are particularly relevant in our society at this time. Naturally, our ministry was eager to be a part of these sessions, as always connecting the Bible to the real world.
Two weeks ago, I spoke to several hundred very attentive people about Cloning and Stem Cells. We explored the issues surrounding the use of adult and embryonic stem cells. I took time to lay a Scriptural foundation for the study of this most controversial subject. We are, indeed, made in Gods image. We are fearfully and wonderfully made. As we progressed I explained some rather complicated scientific issues. After the talk several people told me that they finally understood this issue because the way you explained it made it make sense!
This past Wednesday night, I had to discuss a much more somber topic: Suicide and Euthanasia. After the presentation a number of people came up to tell me of family members or friends who had committed or attempted suicide. One of the older members of the congregation came by to tell of struggles he had with someone who told him that he should just put his bed ridden nursing home wife out of her misery. My heart went out to him as he told me that he was going to care for her until God calls her home. What a witness he has!
I praise God for a church such as this. There is a real desire here to have sound biblical answers to the issues of the day. Christians must maintain a strong presence in these discussions in our society. Our positions must always be based on the firm foundation of scripture, and not on mans fallible opinion.
I will be concluding this series next Wednesday night. Our topic then will be Evolution and Medicine. If youre in the area we would love to have you join us.
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Nan province, the coffee destination of Thailand
Nan province is slowly presenting itself as a destination of local grown & made coffee. In the mountains of Nan province there are at least 7 coffee plantations growing coffee beans. And at most coffee shops in Nan you will be served coffee made from coffee beans from Nan province. At Huang Hung Tor Coffee Shop was an coffee fair that I did visit and of course I could not resist to buy some coffee, not withstanding that I myself do not drink coffee. Luckily there was also an shop of Cacao Valley serving Hot Choco made with their own cacao beans. For more information about the beautiful Nan province see Destination Travel Guide Nan, North Thailand.
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Gets me motivated
I take this with Cognizin and Alpha GPC. I'm not sure which one is doing what, but I am far more motivated than I was before.
Acetyl-L-carnitine, also known as ALCAR, is an acetylated form of L-carnitine, a supplement often used to support athletic performance. Carnitine molecules are generally used in the body in the process of transporting fatty acids to your cells' mitochondria. From there, the fatty acids are broken down to produce energy, hence why athletes include carnitine into their diets. As a nootropic supplement, acetyl-L-carnitine HCL powder offers a variety of potential uses and benefits.
L-carnitine is a compound that is produced naturally in the body. The compound is then transported to the heart, brain, and other tissues. L-carnitine can also be obtained from certain food sources, primarily protein like lean cuts of beef and pork, poultry, and some seafood. L-carnitine can also be found in dairy products, like cheese and ice cream.
However, when taken as a supplement in its plain form, L-carnitine has low oral bioavailability, meaning the body has trouble absorbing much of the compound that you take. The acetyled form allows for much easier absorption.
L-carnitine and acetyl-L-carnitine share similar structures, but their effects differ. L-carnitine is primarily used as a supplement for supporting physical energy while acetyl-L-carnitine HCL benefits are much wider and varied.
ALCAR is used to potentially boost the metabolic energy of your brain cells, which may support your cognitive processes.
Acetyl-L-carnitine may also support mental energy, concentration, and focus. Some people taking this supplement also report experiencing clearer thoughts and greater alertness and perceptual awareness.
ALCAR breaks down and can form with choline to form acetylcholine, an important neurotransmitter.
Studies suggest that this increased cholinergic activity in the brain may lead to a variety of cognitive benefits, including:
⦁ Improved capacity for working memory
⦁ Improved reasoning abilities
⦁ Improved long-term memory formation
⦁ Improved memory recall
⦁ Increased learning abilities and fluid intelligence
As a dietary supplement, take 500mg of Acetyl-L-Carnitine once daily.
To gain more insight, read the acetyl-L-carnitine reviews and experiences below. You can also find more information on the Acetyl L-Carnitine article on Examine.com.
Nootropics Depot offers 125g or 250g jars of Acetyl L-Carnitine powder. Nootropics Depot's Acetyl L-Carnitine has been lab-tested and verified for both product purity and identity.
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I take this with Cognizin and Alpha GPC. I'm not sure which one is doing what, but I am far more motivated than I was before.
I have bought this stuff from other companies. And it's not that good... the powder from Nootropics is excellent.
I take this with Cognizin and Alpha GPC. I'm not sure which one is doing what, but I am far more motivated than I was before.
I have bought this stuff from other companies. And it's not that good... the powder from Nootropics is excellent.
I am using as a part of a general alertness and wakefulness stack. My evaluation is not controlled, however, taken as a set/stack with other nootropics depot compounds, it appears beneficial at first blush.
I responded differently. I started with 500mg. It started with a fairly intense lift in mood, followed by intense irritability and then a really strange depressive crash and diarrhea. Turns out I need closer to 50mg. Just a thought for anyone who has never used this supplement. It lifts my mood and gives me clarity of thought with a little energy. Too much makes me irritable. Tastes a bit like malic acid.
I can feel myself wanting to do more and feel more motivated to do things while taking this product! I notice on my Fitbit that I take more steps during the day and walk more miles. I definitely get more done while taking this supplement. I have more energy. I am mentally more stimulated. This pairs well with racetams and cholinergics.
Exactly what I wanted
After my numerous concussions and a few TBIs, I've found that stacking 500mg to 1.5g (.5 3x) with ani (and choline), sensoril, and noopept (up to 7x a day- too much for most) is a bomb stack for anyone with a history of brain trauma. The purity is evident to sight by the chunks that accumulate not long after first opening and extremely acidic taste. The paradox however I've found is that if I dont have a protein rich breakfast followed by a full lunch and dinner i end up hitting a wall about 6-10hrs after first dose. Likely from increased metabolism.
Works as advertised.
All of my orders have been handled in a speedy and professional manner. I've been confident with the quality of all my orders. I've have dealt with complications in purity and shipping issues from others venders in the past, but I've been very satisfied with nootropicsdepot.
ALCAR has a very noticeable effects of clearing the mental cobwebs for me.
Alcar is pretty awesome and when i mix it with bitter stuff, it tastes like citrus!
This thing works and gives as much brain energy as body energy. Highly recommend this for everyone. Also it helps with the Acetyl Choline cycke
This is the first time I order ALCAR from nootropics depot. I use it for weight loss, however, it's a very powerful supplement. I use it in combination with Na-R-Ala, the combination seems to work great for weight loss. All in all, I'm very satisfied with ND and the product.
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I work in the contruction industry so taking this two times daily has helped in the gym and at work.
I read quite a bit of research on this stuff awhile back and have been taking it since. There always seems to be a certain grit, intensity, or seriousness that is added to my cognition when I take this. Its one of the many supplements that has yielded success in clearing brain fog time and time again. Little to no tolerance issues with this stuff. On days that I take 2g, major productivity usually ensues from a cleaner perspective.
noticeable effects on cognition, mood and energy.
So far, so good!. Can be a little rough on the gut between the two, but many other benefits to both.
Very good quality, fast delivery. Keep up the good work :)
The ALCAR supplement I purchased recently is of very high quality.I also really like the plastic tubs,which to me,are the best way to ship,store,and use supplements.Reasonably priced,as well.Highly recommended to anyone looking for a great source for ALCAR.
Best ALCAR I have tried. It gives the usual effects of ALCAR, but this powder is finer and seems to taste slightly better than my usual ALCAR powder sources. Strangely, I don't notice any GI side effects of taking 5g+ of this ALCAR, whereas I struggle to take 2 grams of the coarser powders


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Man suspected of defrauding more than 1,000 Walmarts is arrested in Yuma
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A man suspected of defrauding more than 1,000 Walmart stores across the country by purchasing items, stealing parts, then returning them was arrested in Yuma on suspicion of trying to pull off the same scam at a store there, officials said.
The scam may have cost the retail giant about $1.3 million, the Yuma Police Department said in a press release issued Friday night.
The man, identified as Thomas Frudaker, 23, was arrested Wednesday after police were alerted by employees at a Yuma store after they noticed a suspicious transaction, said Edith Ruiz, a spokeswoman for the Yuma police.
Officers arrived at the store, located near 24th Street and U.S. 95 in Yuma, and made contact with Frudaker, Ruiz said.
Frudaker went to the Walmart to return a computer he had purchased earlier. Police believe Frudaker had removed parts from the computer before attempting to make the return, Ruiz said.
An investigation revealed that Frudaker is suspected of doing the same thing earlier the same day at another Walmart located in Yuma. Police later determined he is suspected of pulling the same scam in more than 1,000 Walmart stores across the U.S. over an 18-month period, Ruiz said.
Police did not provide further details on how the scheme worked but said the returns caused an estimated $1.3 million loss to Walmart.
Frudaker was arrested and booked into the Yuma County Adult Detention Facility on charges including fraudulent schemes, criminal damage and theft, and was held on a $40,000 bond, according to jail booking records.
Information on additional charges he could face in other parts of Arizona or other states was not immediately available.
Walmart officials could not be reached Friday night.
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These "transfer" reviews are from when I only did reviews on my Facebook page back in 2015. Bare in mind when reading these, I didn't have the same formula in my review writing that I do now, and my usual "who starred and who directed" information is completely absent, so everything "italicized" is new. With that said, enjoy this review from 2015.
Oh man, the moment this movie was announced, I was pretty excited. Anyone wanna say they didn't like the first TED? No? Didn't think so.
Starring: Seth MacFarlane (LOGAN LUCKY [2017], SING [2016], and HELLBOY II: THE GOLDEN ARMY [2008]), Mark Wahlberg (ALL THE MONEY IN THE WORLD [2017], and the upcoming INSTANT FAMILY [2018]), and Amanda Seyfried (THE LAST WORD [2017], and upcoming films MAMMA MIA! HERE WE GO AGAIN [2018] and GRINGO [2018])
Support: Jessica Barth (GET SMART [2008], NEXT [2007], and the upcoming TELL ME YOUR NAME [2018]), Giovanni Ribisi (THE BAD BATCH [2017], AVATAR [2009], and upcoming films AVATAR 2 [2020] and AVATAR 3 [2021]), Morgan Freeman (THE DARK KNIGHT [2008], THE SHAWSHANK REDEMPTION [1994], and upcoming films ANGEL HAS FALLEN [2019] and THE NUTCRACKER AND THE FOUR REALMS [2018]), Patrick Warburton (MEN IN BLACK II [2002], and TV show A SERIES OF UNFORTUNATE EVENTS [2017 – ongoing]), and Liam Neeson (THE COMMUTER [2018], A MONSTER CALLS [2016], and upcoming films COLD PURSUIT [2019] and WIDOWS [2018])
Director: Seth MacFarlane (A MILLION WAYS TO DIE IN THE WEST [2014] and TED [2012])
Writers: Seth MacFarlane (A MILLION WAYS TO DIE IN THE WEST and TED), Alex Sulkin (A MILLION WAYS TO DIE IN THE WEST), and Wellesley Wild (A MILLION WAYS TO DIE IN THE WEST and TED)
Composer: Walter Murphy (TED and TV show FAMILY GUY [1998 – ongoing])
Cinematographer: Michael Barrett (YOU DON'T MESS WITH THE ZOHAN [2008] and KISS KISS BANG BANG [2005], and upcoming films GOTTI [2018] and BEASTS OF BURDEN [2018])
Editor: Jeff Freeman (PAUL BART: MALL COP [2009], 4 episodes of TV show CASTLE [2009 – 2016], and the upcoming UNCLE DREW [2018])
This is my honest opinion of: TED 2
Ted (voiced by Seth MacFarlane) and Tami-Lynn (Jessica Barth) have finally tied the knot. Despite their big day, John (Mark Wahlberg) is down in the dumps over his divorce with his wife. Fast-forward one year, Ted and Tami-Lynn's marriage is beginning to fall apart. A co-worker of theirs suggests that the only way to save their marriage is to have a baby. Their best efforts in getting a doner fail, as Ted has no genitalia, even failing adoption, all because that the law doesn't recognize Ted as an actual person. Recruiting the beautiful and inexperienced lawyer Samantha (Amanda Seyfried), they take their case to court. Sadly, their efforts are in vain thanks to some backroom dealing from the ever obsessed-with-Ted weirdo Donny (Giovanni Ribisi). But neither Ted, John, or Samantha are taking this loss up the ass as they figure out that their last and best chance for Ted becoming a person is the incredibly good lawyer Patrick Meighan (Morgan Freeman).
Yes, it's fucking hilarious. Stop worrying about that if you were worried it wouldn't be. But is it better than the first movie? Hard to say. While the first one certainly has a kind of narrative to it, a mature coming-of-age feel to it about a man who didn't quite grow up, who has to learn to stand on his two feet. Funny the timing of the sequel, as it dabbles in the subject of equality on the eve of a bill passing for legalized homosexual marriage nationwide. Go America… only took you forever and a day.
Despite it being hilarious, it is difficult to know what to expect from a movie from Seth MacFarlane. On the one hand, this is the creator of the TV show, FAMILY GUY. Not every episode is educational or have a commentary and it's just straight stupid humor. TED was a nice mix of these elements, reminding us that this is still Seth MacFarlane, but he could still create compelling characters with arcs and motivations. While there are certainly those elements here, it's less blended and more… smooshed, if that makes sense. Yes, we understand that Ted wants to be considered a person so he can remain married to Tami-Lynn, and adopt a baby with her. We know his personal stake in the matter. For the most part, Ted is handled well, with the exception that he loses focus a few times. Yeah, you're on a mission to legalize your citizenship, I get it, I'm on board… so why are you on a rooftop throwing apples at joggers. Don't get me wrong, I was laughing like a psycho, but I can't help but feel like this could be considered lazy writing… and MacFarlane doesn't do lazy writing. And even if he does, even that's occasionally a punchline itself. In any case, Ted was faithful to his original inception, and I was happy with that.
Now, I want to be kind about Seyfried's role in the movie. Oh, she wasn't horrible or anything, in fact she's quite funny and even has a commanding presence on camera when the scene calls for it. But her role in the movie seems a little… all over the place. At first, yes, I get it, she's Ted's legal representative. She takes the case for free as she is a new lawyer and needs a decent win considering the case. She seems to genuinely care about Ted's legalization for being a person, but as soon as the case is over, why does she stick around and go this above and beyond for him? Aside from, "it's justice for Ted" her motivations just don't seem strong enough other than keeping her around for John to have a romantic interest in. And seriously, Collider.com was so right. The humor can be pretty mean-spirited, what with the constant comparisons between Seyfried and LORD OF THE RINGS' Gollum. But it is true that she is a good sport about the fun-making, so even if there is a question of whether or not the humor is in poor taste, it's hard to be upset with the man if the person who is being made fun of is alright with it.
As much as I seem to rip on this movie, these truly are just small details in the overall movie. There's a scene toward the beginning of the movie involving an exchange between Ted and Liam Neeson that had my entire theater roaring with laughter. And that's just the first 15 minutes. When all is said and done, this movie is just as funny as the first if not a bit funnier and is just as good. It gets side-tracked with its own jokes from time to time, but if you were a fan of the first TED, this one won't disappoint.
My honest rating for TED 2: 4/5


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'Aaj Ka MLA Ram Avtar': A primer on the film Bombay HC used in 'Udta Punjab' hearing
The Bombay High Court has pulled up CBFC for objecting to words such as 'election' and 'MLA' in Udta Punjab. According to CNN-News18, the HC in its observations told the censor board, "How can you say delete the words 'election', 'MLA' and 'MP'? Remember a movie called Aaj Ka MLA Ram Avtar."
For all of you born in this century (or lived your lives under a rock) and have not heard of this movie, well here's a primer:
Aaj Ka MLA Ram Avtar is a 1984 movie which stars Rajesh Khanna as the eponymous politician. The story follows Ram Avtar, a village barber, who rises to fame when a political party chooses him to contest local elections. He does, and wins, making him a rising star in the political scene. Ram Avtar transforms from a humble widower and father of three children to a man obsessed with power and the trappings that come with it. The film also stars Shatrughan Sinha and Shabana Azmi.
The movie reportedly made Rs 2 crore. Sounds paltry compared to the Rs 100 crore and Rs 200 crore clubs? If you count for 7 to 10 percent interest rate, today it would range anywhere between Rs 18 crore and Rs 46 crore.
The movie was a remake of the Telugu film MLA Yedukondalu.
Aaj Ka MLA Ram Avtar called for reform in the political sphere but used satire to do so.
Incidentally, the Rajesh Khanna film released two months after Inquilaab, a movie starring rival Amitabh Bachchan. That film too calls for political reform but in a totally different way: it ends with (spoilers ahead) the minister, played by Amitabh, gunning down the entire cabinet. Honest, no kidding.
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These devotional guides to the Psalms were written over a period of sixteen years, from 2000 to 2015, as accompaniment to sermons that I preached on the Psalms. They were not written as scholarly or exegetical commentary, but as aids in processing and applying the sermons.
The sermons themselves were written over a much longer period, beginning in 1970; later, I re-wrote many of the sermons and added devotional guides. For Psalms 13 – 44, I created devotional guides that were never published in connection with the sermons on which they are based. All of the sermons were influenced by my systematic devotional reading of the Psalms from the years 1970 – 1974, during which time I translated each Psalm and then made personal observations and applications from the translation. I do not claim to be a Hebrew scholar. For my translation I leaned heavily on an inter-linear psalter, but at least I worked through the Hebrew vocabulary and syntax.
The bibliography attached to this introduction is a partial list of resources I used over the years. Three of the most useful resources were Spurgeon's Treasury of David, Matthew Henry's Commentary, and Rabbi Avroham Feuer's Tehillim. Feuer's commentary utilizes Talmudic, Midrashic, and Rabbinic sources that were totally new to me. The centuries of Jewish scholarship referenced by Feuer on the psalms seemed to me worthy of consideration, even if the interpretations and applications sometimes arose from very different paradigms than the evangelical Christian views I was used to. I often found Spurgeon's hints to the "Village Preacher" helpful in suggesting outlines for sermons. As far as Matthew Henry, I agree with the evangelical luminaries Spurgeon and George Whitfield in recommending his commentary. One of my pastor friends told me that one of his seminary professors had snorted, "You can do better than Matthew Henry." This may be true in terms of technical aspects of interpretation, but it is difficult to imagine a more helpful devotional resource, with practical applications, than Matthew Henry. Whitfield is said to have read Henry's commentary through four times, the last time on his knees.
When in these guides I sometimes ventured into the territory of linguistics, I did so with trepidation. My seminary Hebrew professor, Dr. Donald Madvig, warned, "When you preachers make comments regarding the original languages, you almost always get it wrong." In light of that, I tried to avoid suggesting interpretations that were not buttressed by the opinions of linguistic experts. Checking my interpretations against that of recognized linguistic experts was made easier through the use of the electronic Bible program Logos.
Each of the devotional guides is divided into seven sections. I divided them that way to provide a guide for each day of the week, Monday through Sunday. It is my prayerful hope that the reader will find these guides helpful in a devotional reading and personal application of the psalms.
"May the words of my mouth and the meditations of my heart be acceptable in Your sight, O Lord, my strength and My Redeemer" (Psalm 19:14).
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Sam Humphrey, who starred in The Greatest Showman, is 'fighting for his life' as he prepares for a risky operation in Los Angeles.
Sam played Charles Stratton, aka General Tom Thumb, in the hit musical. He suffers from Crohn's disease and skeletal dysplasia, also known as dwarfism, which affects bone and cartilage growth.
Crohn's is a chronic inflammatory bowel disease, and the actor's Crohn's is reportedly made worse by his skeletal dysplasia.
According to TMZ, the 24-year-old, originally from New Zealand, has been in an LA hospital for the past few weeks receiving treatment, where he's now preparing for an 'extremely risky' surgery.
Sam's family released a statement confirming the news, which read:
He is currently under the care of some of the best doctors in the world at Cedars Sinai and is undergoing high-risk corrective surgery.
The Greatest Showman was Sam's first big screen role, where his character was based on a real actor who lived in the 1800s. The actor has previously starred in several episodes of Australian soap Neighbours.
The 2017 musical, which also starred Hugh Jackman, Zac Efron and Zendaya, was nominated for Best Original Song at this year's Oscars.
The 4ft 2in tall actor was told by doctors earlier in life he would not live past the age of 18.
Speaking in the past to news.com.au, the actor revealed he'd considered suicide in the past.
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Due to when I was young doctors saying they don't know what my future holds and that it was unlikely I would live past my 18th birthday, I was feeling very hopeless and depressed.
I thought to myself, 'What's the point to this if I'm going to die in a few years? Why put it off?' … I tried to kill myself a few times but the thought of what it would do to my family and friends was too much, and ultimately, I just couldn't bring myself to end my life.
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But I was struggling with these negative thoughts, [my] short stature, very little self-esteem and false confidence … I was dealing with a lot of negative thoughts in mind such as 'you'll never measure up to others', 'no one will ever truly love you', 'you're not going to achieve anything because you're too short'.
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The morning line is out for Sunday's $50,000 Boeing Stakes and McDove is listed at 8-1. There are four horses with lower morning line odds, including 5-2 favorite Profound Moment, and there are four horses with higher morning lines.
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The Boeing Stakes is Race 7 but note post time is now 4:41 p.m., 30 minutes earlier than was listed yesterday.
Here is the field for the Boeing Stakes: 1-Princess Katie, Amadeo Perez, 119 lbs, 6-1; 2-Citizen Kitty, Julien Couton, 123, 3-1; 3-My Heart Goes On, Eswan Flores, 119; 15-1; 4-Profound Moment, Javier Matias, 123, 5-2; 5-Pyscho Sister, Kevin Krigger, 117, 7-2; 6-Princess Kennedy, Rocco Bowen, 119, 10-1; 7-B C Z Middleton, Jose Zunino, 119, 15-1; 8-Protective Shield, Juan Gutierrez, 119, 12-1; 9-McDove, Kevin Orozco, 117, 8-1.
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Born in East London, George had grown up obsessed with music, listening to John Peel from aged 8 and going to multiple gigs a week while working on building sites, then lucked his way into an arts degree at De Montfort University as a mature student studying music under Professor Andy Hugill, and playing in various bands. Janice has a background in film marketing, and has been a huge fan of Shonen Knife since her teen years, coming on board as a tour manager for the band's tour in 2009, and becoming integral to the running of Damnably as it's activities expanded.
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Sometimes I hear a song that I just can't get enough of and I listen to it ALL. THE. TIME. until I get sick of it. Not unlike when I stumble upon a new food and eat it every day for two weeks. Hmmm I'm noticing a trend. What does this say about me?!
Anyway, right now I have three songs on repeat. The one thing they have in common—well, after Juicy J and Ne-Yo—is that they make me want to dance. So turn up your volume and get down with your bad self! It is Saturday after all.
"She Knows" Ne-Yo ft. Juicy J
"Time of our Lives" Pitbull & Ne-Yo
"I Don't Mind" Usher ft. Juicy J
You will be saying "monay monay monay" for the rest of the day.
Back in the Game
As the title of this post suggests, I am getting back in the game. The blogging game that is. I am rejoining everyone and their* dog in the blogosphere, but I am going to be different. I am going to be unique! But how? This is the issue I have been wrestling with as I have tried to decide whether or not to fire up the blogging engines again.
Clearly, I've fired them up—temporarily at least. While I do not know exactly what is going to come of this, I do know that sometimes I just need to sing along with Sara Bareilles REALLY loud. You can relate. Oh, just me? Okay. She gets me inspired! (Go listen now!)
Anyway, here's to being different, and the posts to come.
*Technically, it should be "his/her" instead of their, but "his/her" just ruined the flow of that sentence. Creative liberty for the win?
A Study in All Things Adorable
In honor of my upcoming finals, I've decided that I should procrastinate. Obviously, I chose to do so with puppies.
It should come as no surprise to those who know me that Labrador puppies are my weakness. For procrastination purposes and pure delight, please turn your attention to the following.
1. THIS little nugget playing with his rag bone.
2. TUGGER. The puppy who shows us that you can make anything fun.
3. Babies + puppies = melting. I can only hope that this will be my life some day.
For more Labrador lovin', see my other post on puppies, or feel free to follow my Doggies board (or all of my boards) on Pinterest. And if there are any other Lab videos that I should know about, you should probably let me know.
Down a Rabbit Hole
I've been suffering from a prolonged bout of writer's block. I'm still not sure I'm fully recovered but will give it a college try. (That will only be funny for another year… sigh.)
In an attempt to remedy this, I've been taking the advice of every Yoda I've come across in the journalism field by reading anything and everything. I've been making a folder of good reads, highlighting sentences that strike me and thinking. In these efforts it would seem I've fallen into a rabbit hole of life questions I can't seem to escape.
They begin with that first parenthesized thought – I have one year left – and I don't know what I want to do. I know, I know. Nobody expects you to have the rest of your life planned out the minute you graduate, but should you at least have some kind of nugget of a plan? An inkling? (I imagine this is smaller than a nugget.) Does anyone really know what he or she wants to do? How do you know?
But maybe a lack of a plan is where the beauty lies. Maybe that's it. Maybe all I can know is that possibilities are endless in post-grad life. Like the old adage "the world is your oyster," there's a huge world waiting, filled with opportunity. In the meantime I just have to keep one foot in front of the other and hope the path I'm walking on leads me to some nugget of a plan. Or at least an inkling.
Sunshine and Rainbows
Guess who's baaaaack? THIS GAL.
Back both home and to the blogosphere. (In case I needed to clarify that one.)
I took a break. Because I could. Because the semester is over and I'm no longer being graded on the frequency of my blog posts. And because I really just wanted to sit around on my arse and do nothing for a few days. Twas great. But today's activities were far greater. (As in better, not more important or larger… although probably both?)
I've been in the kitchen. ALL. DAY. And I am SO. HAPPY.
For the organization of my blog I will post each recipe separately, but here's what I made today.
Things I made today:
Vegetable Stock
White Bean Soup
Ravioli Lasagna
Snickerpoodles (Oh just wait for this one)
Other reasons today was great:
I started the day with yoga and a run to my dear old Dahl's (groceries). The sun was shining, my five favorite Christmas CDs were playing at random and Millie and I took a quick walk while my soup was simmering.
Can't complain, people. Can't. Complain.
Never Gonna Give You Up
It's a day I thought would never come. I just left my final beat meeting of the semester. And I'm kinda sad.
I remember walking to the first beat meeting back in August. Brooding over all I hated about the class and how annoyed I was that I had to give up an hour on Friday afternoons all semester.
Somehow though, around the time the seasons changed, my attitude did too.
Prior to taking this class, I had heard stories from friends about mean editors who made you cry and weekend nights spent covering events instead of hanging out with friends. Needless to say I was NOT the slightest bit excited to show up for reporter orientation the day before school started. I didn't know how I was going to survive. I thought about all possible options to avoid taking the class: switching my emphasis area, switching my major, dropping to a journalism minor, dropping out of school (Seriously. It was fleeting, but it was there) – everything.
I even had the meltdown of the year when my roommate asked me about the class and what I wanted to do in life. After multiple consultations with friends, sorority sisters and my actual sister, we decided that my best option was just to suck it up and make it through the semester. I'm really glad I did.
It has by no means been an easy or stress-free class, but it has been extremely rewarding and I've learned a lot. Having my name on a byline, seeing a story printed on the front page, meeting new people and getting to talk to them, and learning more about the Columbia community. These were all exciting parts of my semester, but it was the people I worked with regularly – my beatmates and my editor, Liz – that really made the class worthwhile.
I know it sounds so cheesy and cliché to say that, but it's true. If not for the support, suggestions and constant laughter provided by my "crew," this could have been one hell of a semester. We've created a little ed. beat family, and I thoroughly enjoy being around them.
I used to dread going to the newsroom and now I actually like the time I spend in there. I've gone from feeling out of place and alone in the newsroom to fitting right in with my crazy ed. beat family.
I'm not sad the class is over and I'm not sad to re-gain my Friday afternoons, I'm sad to leave my beat.
At least I know I can always count on Rick Astley to cheer me up.


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23 Dec -- It's Beginning To Look A Lot Like Christmas...
Three Sandhill cranes visited us in the morning.
Henry was pretty captivated by this (torture) device.
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The Domaine Dupont is located in Normandy, France. The orchards of the Louis Dupont Family estate cover 30 hectares (74 acres) right at the heart of the Pays d'Auge region, 6000 apple trees in 13 different varieties. The soils of the Pays d'Auge region, are marl and chalky marl and limit the growth of the trees leading to the production of smaller apples. The aromatic intensity is thereby increased and the ratio of skin to pulp helps to favour the extraction of tannins. Nitrogenous fertilisers (which swell the fruit by water retention) are not used – giving priority to quality rather than yield.
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Hi all! So 6 months ago, one of my husbands friends brought bed bugs into our apartment. After a rough month and 1000 dollars down the drain we finally got rid of them... or so I think? Now I get bite marks all over me from them while my husband doesn't. I'm so familiar with how the bites show up on my body that I'm paranoid we have them again for some reason. Today I found a couple red bumps on my arm kind of near each other, not itchy just extremely red which is how my last bites were. A month ago I woke up to what I thought was a dead cockroach pressed onto my back (gross, I know). But now that I find these bites I wonder if that was a bed bug all along ? Whether that was or wasn't a bed bug I'm just curious... HOW is this possible we may have them again? I work from home and we never go out to the movies or anything. We are super careful when we come home too because we learned our lesson the first time. Oh and that friend that gave us bed bugs the first time has NOT been over since, he doesn't even live in our state anymore. Someone PLEASE help.
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Fit Small Business: Get Your Business Into Shape! › Forums › Ask a Question › What are the most common mistakes businesses make with social media marketing?
This topic contains 8 replies, has 9 voices, and was last updated by Lisa Sicard 11 months, 4 weeks ago.
SamParticipant1 year ago8 Replies
Jim FuhsParticipant1 year ago
There are a few that come to mind right off the bat.
– Not creating a customer avatar. Everyone is not your client. Unless you know what your customer's traits to include, demographics, likes and dislikes, where they spend their time online, etc., you are likely to be wasting a lot of time potentially chasing the wrong people.
– Thinking you have to be on all social platforms. What kind of business do you have and where are your customers? There may be 2 Billion people on Facebook, but you may have a visual product that will reach a better audience on Instagram or YouTube. Though it is smart to have at least potentially a personal presence on each platform, you probably don't want to establish a business presence until you are sure your customers are there.
– Not having a posting strategy. The 80/20 rule applies here. 80% of your content should provide value and only about 20% should be sales. Your goal is to build know, like, and trust in your community.
– Understanding that really social media has evolved into digital marketing and you need a web presence. People start their search for a business through search engines, not social media. They are looking for a solution to their problem, a service, or a product. They may not know your business's name. You need to create content that will tie into the SEO keywords that will solve their problem. This is a long game and not an overnight process.
– Expanding on my previous point, social media marketing is a marathon, not a sprint. The likelihood of you creating a viral post is more likely luck than skill, so consistency is key. You have to build know, like, and trust to convert interested parties into customers. Review management via Google My Business, Facebook, and other platforms will build your credibility to outsiders.
I should probably write a blog post on this. This was a great question and I hope this gave you some food for thought.
Jim Fuhs
Anthony KiddParticipant1 year ago
Common mistakes in social media is..
-Asking for the sale before giving the customer a sense of need or want for the service or item you are trying to sell. People put up sale offers on social media with a % off or a buy one get one deal with out giving the customer a sense of urgency or need for the product or service.
-Businesses also forget that now day in age just posting graphic design photos wont get you as far as making videos. Social media is converting more to videos and favor to be viewed over other posts on some social media platforms.
-Learning how to master Facebook and Instagram algorithms for your specific business niche is difficult sometimes but running many $5.00 A-B ads then boosting the better one and shutting down the ones doing bad. Also test and keep logged eventually you will succeed
-Making landing pages & sales funnels are essential for social media marketing. You get the prospect interested with a video related to your industry or a blog/form then you send them through the proper sales steps till the sale.
-Not sending out enough emails or growing their email base.
Michael KawulaParticipant1 year ago
First thing that comes to mind is know that the only mistake is not getting started because you fear making a mistake. Social changes fast and the novice today is an "expert" tomorrow and vice-versa the "expert" can easily become a novice by not staying active.
When Starting out:
1. Have an optimized profile that speaks to the individual you want to connect with. Don't overlook this step because you'll grow at a minimum of 2X when having this done correctly. This means clearly defining what you solve. For instance, I share in my book an example of 3 realtors. Once says I'm a realtor (not good), another says I help first time home-buyers buy a home with no money down (better) and the final says: I'm The Naked Realtor, I help first time couples find the perfect community for their comfort (true story).
2. Connect with people who are either influencers and have an audience you'd like. Share their content, comment and be thoughtful. Build a relationship as you would when meeting anyone new. Connect with individuals who your service could be a fit. Again be thoughtful by engaging sincerely with them. If your profile is optimized (step 1) they'll follow you and engage back if you are thoughtful.
3. Don't be afraid to ask for the business. Too many people waste time and never ask for the business. If you're a non-for-profit, fine…otherwise don't be afraid. My preferred method is giving something of value in exchange for an email and then as marketers say "bring the subscriber through your funnel" but thats still sales. Don't be afraid of sales.
4. Learn the platforms and how each really works. Don't feel you need to be everywhere, but be somewhere. If you're b-2-c, Pinterest & Instagram are easy to grow fast. If you're b-2-b LinkedIn can't be ignored. Both b2b and b2c can truly benefit from Twitter almost instantly through social listening of people asking for your businesses service/product.
5. Always remember what isn't measure will not grow. Time is money, so watch your time and don't assume that because it's "social" it isn't costing you something. Make sure you're seeing results, I see to many businesses not measuring their success or lack of.
6. Reverse engineer your top 5-10 competitors who are "really" crushing it and copy what they're doing. It's business, don't feel you need to recreate the wheel.
7. Turn off Notifications when you're not on Social. Social can be a distraction also and unless you're disciplined, it can crush you.
8. It's never too early to build a following. Even if you're not ready, start building a community today of like-minded people.
Have Fun ~ Mike
richard gitauBlocked1 year ago
Using too many platforms.There are a lot of social media sites to choose from, and you might be tempted to think that the best strategy is to use all of them on the theory that you'll be more likely to find your customers than you would if you stuck to just using one or two. The reverse is actually true. It's important to remember the social aspect of social media. If you're going to use a site, you have to be engaged and post regularly. You can't expect people to follow you if you don't make an effort – and an inactive account is worse than having no account at all.
Failing to post consistently.One of the biggest mistakes companies make on social media is forgetting that sites like Facebook and Twitter are meant to be social, first and foremost. The algorithms used by Facebook and Twitter mean that not everybody will see the content you post. Inconsistent posting will decrease the number of people who see your content and cause you to lose followers
Aurora Meyer, APRParticipant1 year ago
In addition to the excellent recommendations above the two main things are also making sure your social posts appear to come from a human being and are setting the right tone for your business.
As I write in this post: https://aurorameyer.com/2018/06/12/authentic-customer-engagement/
"Social media has become one of the biggest tools for marketing and engaging with customers. It allows a business to contact the people who are buying from them and it allows for conversations to be held in a public way, showing other people that problems can be easily solved. Customers head to social media first when they have a suggestion or an issue, and while there are plenty of ways to contact your customers when they sign up to your services, such as what you can find here, social media is always the first point of contact for new customers. The goal should be driving your customers into a deeper client/customer relationship with you, and helping your customers is the first way that you can get there."
In addition to social posts appearing to come from a real person, don't forget it's ok to have a little fun (IF it is a good fit for your business!), as I write in this post: https://aurorameyer.com/2018/04/23/marketing-fun/
"The whole appeal of social media marketing is that it brings personality to products. And, the best way to get your personality across is to develop a fun and lovable persona. Instead of just posting straight up about business matters, aim to have as much fun as possible here if it makes sense for your business."
Finally, to underscore what Richard wrote above, it is vital that you "think about which platforms are right for you and your business goals. If you're a restaurant or bakery then you may wish to post images products on Instagram or Pinterest, whereas if your business revolves around sharing knowledge and expertise or other soft skills, uploading video tutorials on YouTube or hosting webinars on Google Plus might be a better fit. Do your research." https://aurorameyer.com/2017/08/01/5166/
Vickie MacFaddenParticipant1 year ago
Some of the more common mistakes I see on Social Media:
- Hiring a 'guru' who is clueless to handle the social media. Dead giveaways: same graphics and posts on multiple accounts they handle, not monitoring the account to reply to questions or comments. Really look at someone's social media accounts before putting them in charge of YOURS.
- Following your competitors or suppliers and not prospects or clients.
- Not being on the correct social media channel – the one where your clients and prospects are hanging out!
- Not staying on top of trending hashtags that could be good for your business.Social media is different for every business and target market. Make sure your social media is an extension of your brand voice.
Manvi AgarwalParticipant1 year ago
First of all, the biggest mistake marketers and brands make is using bygone strategies. Social media marketing is a dynamic area – one which requires you to adapt your strategies in order to make the best use of all platforms.
1. 'Social media marketing doesn't work for local businesses' – that's not true. A terrific example of that is Google My Business. I recently wrote a post about how small local businesses can make great use of GMB to market themselves locally.
2. Another mistake is not setting a proper target audience for social media ads. If brands don't create customer personas and figure out 'who' they wish to target – their ads aren't going to do much good.
3. While it may seem like having fake followers can make your brand look popular, eventually, people will figure it out. My advice? Go the 'small but genuine community' way.
4. Speaking of community, most brands forget that the primary purpose of social platforms is 'interaction'. Interaction is the first step to building a great community on social media.
5. Many businesses make the mistake of thinking their team can do it all – finding relevant content, publishing posts at the right time, and extracting data to analyze the results. All these processes take up a lot of time and energy. On the other hand, tools like SocialPilot help their teams implement all these processes by curating content, scheduling posts in advance and providing downloadable analytics reports – within their marketing budget.
Parting advice – Remember, your fans and customers on social media never sleep. They need you to interact with them 24×7. Hence, in 2019, get used to round-the-clock customer support, chatbots, social monitoring etc.
Lisa SicardParticipant12 months ago
Here are some of the mistakes I've seen business making with social media:
1. Pushing out content. They only PUSH OUT their sales pages and offers. They don't offer anything interesting or provide valuable information.
2. Set it and forget it. They start a social page on a social network and forget about it. I oftentimes see this on Twitter. It's better to have no page than a blank page. Often I see businesses have their Twitter avatar on their website and when you click to it, they only have tweeted out once. I tell them to USE IT or LOSE IT!
3. No engagement. Many business post and leave on a social network. They never engage with their fans or followers. Others may leave comments on Facebook or tweet them and they don't respond. The same for Instagram. This is NOT GOOD! Engagement is key today on social media.
4. Mixing up content. Some businesses only share images or links on their social profiles. They should really mix them up with videos, quotes, pictures, etc. Use different types of social media posts to reach your audience.
5. Posting too often. This is a big one on Facebook. Some businesses may post TOO OFTEN. This can lead to fans unliking their page or others turning off notifications from them. Each business is unique and should pay attention to their insights as a guide for posting times and how often to post. (This is almost as bad as never posting!)
6. Share others content in your industry. Don't be afraid of competitors. If it's really good content and may be useful to your audience share it and tag others. Tagging is key to generating more engagement on most of the social networks.
7. Don't try to be everywhere all the time. You or your hired person will burn out.
8. Use a social listening tool. Know when others mention your brand so you can respond quickly. I love Brand24 or Awario.
9. Use a great scheduling tool like Agorapulse. Not only does it help you to schedule your social media but this tool generates reports to help you to better schedule them for the next week or month. I wrote a review here about how to use this tool for your social media.
10. Have some fun with it. Use emoji's and enjoy posting and engaging with others on social media. If not hire someone who will do it for you. And be sure to check out their own social profiles before you do as Vickie mentioned above.
11. Time Consuming. Social media done right is TIME CONSUMING so if you don't have someone full time to manage it for you, outsource it.
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