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PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania -- There were a lot of heads shaking after the discombobulated Cavaliers 94-79 loss to the young, athletic Philadelphia 76ers on Friday night at Wells Fargo Center.
"We can't play the way we played out there,'' said coach Mike Brown as his team fell to 2-4 with its fourth straight loss on the road. "We're not good enough to beat any team without trying to play the right way for 48 minutes.''
Said Tristan Thompson, "If you look at it, we only played 12 minutes of team defense. The rest of the time we were out there just not doing what our staples are. That's why we got embarrassed tonight. That's unacceptable. We've got to have more pride as a team in guarding other teams.''
Added Andrew Bynum, "There was a lack of toughness and defense the entire second half.''
Most of the focus was on Bynum, who returned here for the first time since knee issues caused him to miss the entire season with the Sixers after being traded from the Lakers. Fans booed every time he touched the ball.
"It didn't bother me,'' said Bynum, who finished with 4 points and 5 rebounds in 18 minutes. "It was kind of funny. I was kind of smiling the entire time. It was funny. I thought it was a little weak. I thought it was going to be much worse.''
Actually, it was the Cavs who were weak. After building a 28-14 lead in the first quarter, their defense went south and took the offense with it. In the final three quarters, they allowed the Sixers to shoot 51 percent (33 of 65) while managing to hit just 31 percent of their own shots. Philadelphia had a 48-28 advantage in points in the paint, 18-6 in second-chance points and 18-12 in fast-break points. The Sixers outscored the Cavs in the second and third quarters, 63-33, to put the game out of reach.
If all that wasn't bad enough, rookie Anthony Bennett, the No. 1 pick in the 2013 NBA Draft, suffered a sprained right shoulder and left the game with 8:37 left in the second quarter. He grabbed the shoulder after a collision on the offensive end and held his arm straight down at his side as he ran back on defense with about 8:50 left. As soon as Cavs got the ball back and took a timeout, he left the court for X-rays. Bennett had surgery on his left shoulder last summer after his lone season at UNLV, but he said after the game that this injury was no where near as serious.
What is serious is the lack of effort the Cavs have put forth in their last two losses. At Milwaukee on Wednesday, they played just the final five minutes. Here, they played the first 12 and took the rest of the night off.
"I felt there was a stretch after the first quarter where we didn't show any fight,'' Brown said. "Mentally, I don't know if we understand how hard it is to win ballgames but especially on the road. It's not about anything offensively, it's about having some grittiness, having some toughness and getting stops. Right now, we probably play a third to three-fifths of the possessions defensively, then the other time we expect somebody else to cover for us instead of the individual trying to be part of the group to get a stop.
"It's not good. It's not good basketball.''
Dion Waiters led the Cavs with 18 points, but he was 7 of 19. Thompson had 13 points and 16 rebounds. Kyrie Irving made just 4 of 17 shots for 10 points. Even rookie Sergey Karasev played a scoreless 5:12 as Brown frantically searched for some sort of spark. The coach is looking for consistency and hinted that he'd make changes until he finds some.
"I need some consistency from somebody,'' he said. "Right now there's not anybody on our roster who has given us consistent minutes. We've had guys look good for two or three minutes here and then they disappear. Then they look another two or three minutes down the road and then they disappear again. I'm going to start searching for somebody that's going to be consistent for us because right now we're not getting it.''


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After writing in Dutch for over 25 years now, i have not been able to reach more than ± 25 readers (that is one reader per year, you´re right). Therefore i do an attempt on this site to widen my audience by writing in English. As you may have noticed, the result is slightly better than when i had used Babelfish.
Most of what i have written sofar is in Dutch. Because most of it exists only as handwritten manuscripts, i would have to type these out first, before i can let Babelfish translate it. But since i never learned to type (present high score: 23 letters per minute!), i thought i could better take this opportunity to learn better English, meanwhile rewriting my old texts. Still, some parts of this site will be in Dutch. If you can´t read Dutch, sorry for you, but ofcourse, you can always use Babelfish.

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We started to trade in the year 2000, adding a no cost "Virtual IT Manager" advisory service to the traditional IT support contract. We owe our survival in the market place due to our indepth expertise in technology – your first encounter will be with a qualified engineer instead of a 'salesman' – and our commitment to keeping prices low to sustain the small and medium sized businesses. We understand that the 'one size fits all' solution is bad solution, and therefore our commitment is to help our clients' by delivering bespoke IT solutions that are comprehensive and scalable.
Our clients range from the one man band micro-enterprise through to small businesses employing between 1 and 200 employees. We well understand that in that market segment and that during that critical development period, the total cost of ownership coupled with operational flexibility and cost effective scalability is a critical factor – we have the experience to tailor solutions for that market.
Quantum leap in the innovation of information and communication technologies over the last 15 years, has now made it feasible to bypass the onerous capital and operating expenditure associated with in-house servers and complex support arrangements. In response to those technical advancements, Tupelo Technology has developed its own hybrid range of traditional IT and cloud based solutions which are very suitable for the small and medium businesses, particularly in situations of start ups, new office relocation or IT replacement.
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Businesses could be liable if an employee commits a negligent act while at work, the Supreme Court has ruled.
The landmark judgement, which was confirmed this week, will have considerable consequences on the way employers train and monitor their staff, according to North West law firm Kirwans, who say the judgement is "extremely significant" and one that could have far-reaching implications for businesses.
The warning comes after Morrisons were held responsible for the actions of an employee who kicked and punched a customer at one of its' petrol forecourts in Birmingham in 2008.
Employer found 'vicariously liable' for employees behaviour
The Supreme Court ruled that Morrisons were "vicariously liable" for their employee, Amjid Khan, when he assaulted a customer, Ahmed Mahmoud, on the supermarket's premises.
Being "vicariously liable" means that the supermarket giant was held responsible for its employee's negligent act.
The Court heard how the supermarket employee followed Mr Mahmoud to his car after a disagreement. Mr Khan told Mr Mahmoud not to return to the petrol station and then proceeded to assault the customer.
The Supreme Court provided judgement stating that Mr Khan was "purporting to act about his employer's business" and therefore Morrison's were found to be vicariously liable for their employee's actions.
Supreme Court ruling could have huge implications for employers
Kirwans insist recent rulings mean that an employee's failure to exercise appropriate duty of care at work could have dire consequences for employers.
Personal Injury solicitor James Barker said, "The Supreme Court's judgement is extremely significant and could open the floodgates for similar cases where an employee commits a negligent act, in a place of work, during working hours. Under this new ruling, liability is no longer a matter for the individual alone; the employer will now also be accountable.
"It is going to be very difficult for an employer to absolve themselves of liability on the basis of this judgement. If a claimant can show the defendant's act was committed by them while working then a case could rule in favour of the claimant.
"This would have widespread implications where customers, or even fellow colleagues, have been seriously hurt by an employee."
When might a small business be liable for an employee's actions?
Some examples of when a small business could be held liable for an employee committing a crime are:
- Assaulting a fellow member of staff or member of the public whilst the employee is at work.
- An employee causing injury unintentionally to a fellow employee. For example driving a forklift truck or van into them.
- "Horseplay" gone wrong e.g. throwing something at another member of staff.
- Causing damage due to carelessness, like throwing a cigarette that causes a fire.
- Dropping liquid substances such as a cup of tea on the floor and not clearing it up which causes another employee to slip and sustain injury.
Actions a business should take
When asked by ByteStart to outline what small business owners should do in response to the Supreme Court judgment, James advises businesses to inform employees of their obligations to fellow members of staff and members of the public whilst at work, and of the risks that their actions could have on the reputation, viability and future of the company that they work for.
"Their behaviour could cost their company both in terms of finance and also reputation. It should be made clear to all members of staff that such behaviour is not to be tolerated and dismissal could ensue."
It is also vital that employers discuss with their Employers' Liability insurers whether the recent developments in relation to vicarious liability claims is covered in their Employer's Liability insurance policy – which they are obliged to have in law.
"If you do not have a policy of insurance it is vital that one is obtained as soon as possible" he concluded.
More from ByteStart
For help and guidance on legal matters regarding employing staff, here are just some of ByteStart's selection of legal guides;
- A Guide to the National Living Wage for small business owners
- Dismissing a member of staff – what you need to do to stay on the right side of the law
- The 'Fit for Work' scheme – what it means for employers
- A guide to dealing with workplace bullying
- How to prepare for and handle an employee grievance
- Guide to Auto Enrolment – 12 key facts small businesses need to know
- Health & Safety compliance for small businesses – where do you start?
And these will help you on other business law issues;
- Which types of insurance must your business have?
- The Consumer Rights Act 2015 – 7 Key points for small businesses
- The new business laws affecting small businesses in 2016
- Intellectual Property – A summary of IP law for small businesses
- Guide to Copyright Law – What is protected?
- Shareholders' Agreements – Why you should get one if you are setting up a company with others
- What is a confidentiality agreement or 'NDA' and when might a small business use one?


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Anaesthesia1ST - blog and news
Anaesthesia: where can we maximise efficiency and save time?
Improving efficiency and "saving time" are key to increasing throughput in busy clinical practice, especially when the normal working environment has been disrupted, where there is an increased demand for services, or when surgical lists become overloaded. This article provides potential solutions for some common bottlenecks and inefficiencies during the anaesthetic process.Read Article
Paper summary: The effect of propofol or alfaxalone on post-induction heart rate in healthy dogs
The maintenance of heart rate and cardiac output are essential to ensure adequate organ perfusion. This study by Okushima et al examined the effects of alfaxalone versus propofol on heart rate at the time of induction of anaesthesia.Read Article
Paper summary: Effect of intravenous dose escalation with alfaxalone and propofol on the occurrence of apnoea in dogs.
Apnoea following induction of anaesthesia can result in both morbidity and mortality if not identified early and managed successfully. In this 2012 article by Keates and Whittem alfaxalone and propofol were administered to dogs at 1x, 2x, 5x, 10x and 20x multiples of the labelled dose to determine the incidence of apnoea and the respiratory safety profile of each drug.Read Article
Intravenous induction of anaesthesia in dogs, cats and pet rabbits.
In this article Karen Heskin, Veterinary Technical Manager for Jurox UK, and Carl Bradbrook, RCVS & European Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia Specialist and President of the Association of Veterinary Anaesthetists, discuss the three most commonly used intravenous induction agents for cats, dogs and pet rabbits in the UK. To complement this discussion we have created three useful summaries to download as quick reference guides for your clinical personnel.Read Article
ASA Classification and Patient Safety Checklists
As clinics and hospitals reduce routine treatments and move towards critical and emergency care during the COVID-19 crisis, to complement our previously published articles on ASA classification and the use of checklists in anaesthesia, we have created this short slide presentation to act as a useful summary.Read Article
Paper summary: Proportion of litters of purebred dogs born by Caesarean section.
It is recognised that brachycephalic dog breeds are more likely to experience dystocia and require Caesarean section. This study examined the influence of breed on the incidence of interventional surgery.Read Article
Caesarean section. Part 1: Physiology relevant to anaesthesia.
In this first of four parts discussing anaesthesia for the Caesarean section we examine the anaesthesia-relevant physiological changes that occur during pregnancy.Read Article
Under Pressure: Practical blood pressure assessment and management.
The monitoring of blood pressure under anaesthesia is critical for patient care. In this article Claire Roberts, RVN and owner of SynergyCPD, examines the physiology, monitoring and management of blood pressure in anaesthetised patients.Read Article
Cardiovascular stability with Alfaxan Multidose
Cardiovascular stability is a major feature of Alfaxan Multidose. In this article we examine the benefits for your patients and the supporting evidence.Read Article
Paper summary: Effect of lingual swab placement on pulse oximetery readings
This study by Mair et al (2016) examined what effect the placement of swabs of different thicknesses and colour would have on pulse oximetry readings.Read Article
Practical pulse oximetry for the Veterinary Nurse
Pulse oximetry is one of the most commonly performed monitoring procedures in veterinary anaesthesia. In this article Courtney Scales, RVN and owner of Anursethesia discusses the why and how we use pulse oximeters, the advantages and pitfalls, and how to manage abnormal readings.Read Article
Paper summary: Comparison of direct and oscillometric blood pressure assessment using a veterinary specific device
Blood pressure management requires accurate monitoring. In this summary of an article by Acierna et al (2013) we compare a veterinary specific oscillometric device to direct blood pressure measurement.Read Article
Having their best interests at HEART: Coronary collateral circulation in the rabbit, stress & the effects of alpha-2 agonists, phenothiazines and volatiles.
How extensive is the coronary collateral circulation in the rabbit and what are the effects of stress and drugs on the heart of this species?Read Article
Paper summary: Comparison of direct and Doppler arterial blood pressure measurements in rabbits during isoflurane anaesthesia.
How do Doppler and direct blood pressure measurement compare in the anaesthetised rabbit?Read Article
Co-induction of anaesthesia. Is there a clear advantage?
In this article Matt Gurney, RCVS/ECVS specialist in Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia, examines whether co-induction techniques are advantageous.Read Article
What are the benefits of slow administration of alfaxalone and does co-induction with alfaxalone/midazolam have any benefits in healthy dogs?
In this summary of a study by Miller et al (2019) we examine if there are any benefits to an alfaxalone/midazolam induction over alfaxalone alone in the healthy dog.Read Article
Peri-anaesthetic management of the gastric dilation and volvulus (GDV) patient
In this article Carl Bradbrook discusses the peri-ananesthetic management of the canine gastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV) patient.Read Article
Paper summary: Clinical efficacy and cardiorespiratory effects of alfaxalone, or diazepam/fentanyl for induction of anaesthesia in dogs that are a poor anaesthetic risk.
In this summary of a paper by Psatha et al (2011) we examine the clinical benefits of alfaxalone in high-risk patients when compared to the induction protocol of diazepam + fentanyl.Read Article
Getting to the HEART of the matter - considerations for anaesthetising the cardiac patient.
In this article Miranda discusses the challenges of anaesthetising patients with cardiac disease and how protocols can be modified to accommodate these patients.Read Article
Paper summary: How does buprenorphine compare to butorphanol for postoperative analgesia in cats?
A prospective multi-centre clinical trial comparing buprenorphine vs butorphanol for postoperative analgesia in cats.Read Article
Paper summary: Analgesic effects of maxillary and inferior alveolar nerve blocks in cats undergoing dental extractions.
With dental surgery one of the most commonly performed procedures in small animal practice, what benefits do dental nerve blocks provide in cats?Read Article
What should we consider when anaesthetising patients, including geriatrics, for dental procedures?
What should we consider when anaesthetising both adult and senior patients admitted for dental treatment?Read Article
Checklist for geriatric dental anaesthesia
This article summarises and combines "Anaesthesia for the geriatric patient" and "What should we consider when anaesthetising patients, including geriatrics, for dental procedures?" into a single checklist for anaesthesia for the geriatric dental patient. A downloadable summary is also available by following the link.Read Article
How do we recognise, assess and treat chronic pain in companion animals?
In this article Ian Self, Associate Professor in Veterinary Anaesthesia and Analgesia, School of Veterinary Medicine and Science, Nottingham, reflects on the recognition, assessment and management options for chronic pain in companion animalsRead Article
The physiology of acute and chronic pain.
In this article, which accompanies " How do we recognise, assess and treat chronic pain in companion animals?", Ian Self describes the physiology of acute and chronic painRead Article
What should we consider when anaesthetising the geriatric patient?
With an increasing number of anaesthetics being performed in older pets is there anything we should be aware of or do differently? In this article Carl Bradbrook examines the management of anaesthesia in geriatrics..Read Article
Paper summary: What effect does does rapid, high volume fluid therapy have on cardiovascular function?
In this summary of a paper by Valverde (2012) we examine the effects of high-volume, rapid fluid therapy on cardiovascular function and hematological values during isoflurane-induced hypotension in healthy dogs.Read Article
Paper summary: Pre-anaesthetic screening of geriatric dogs
In this summary of a paper by Joubert (2007) we examine the value of pre-anaesthetic screening in geriatric dogs and how the results influence the anaesthetic process.Read Article
Anaesthesia for Canine Cushing's disease: What should we assess and what should we monitor?
Cushing's disease (hyperadrenocorticism) is relatively common in the dog and this article discusses the appropriate pre-anaesthetic assessment we should perform and why careful monitoring is essential.Read Article
Paper summary: How frequently are intravenous catheters removed as a result of complications due to bacterial contamination?
In this summary of a paper by Ramos (2018) we examine the incidence of bacterial colonisation of intravenous catheters removed as a result of cannula complicationRead Article
What's the Point? Peripheral Intravenous Cannulation.
Peripheral venous cannulation is a common invasive procedure in small animals, but what are the best-practice insertion techniques and what can we do to avoid complications?Read Article
Rabbit Anaesthesia – Understanding Your Patient.
How does the anatomy, physiology, behaviour and response to drugs affect your decision making when anaesthetising the rabbit patient?Read Article
Paper summary: Heated intravenous fluids alone fail to prevent hypothermia in cats under general anaesthesia.
In this summary of a paper by Jourdan et al (2017) we examine the common practice of warming intravenous fluids and the effect on patient temperature.Read Article
Considerations for anaesthesia of the brachycephalic dog.
In this article Matt Gurney discusses the induction of anaesthesia and intubation of the brachycephalic patient.Read Article
Watch the induction and intubation of a brachycephalic.
Induction of anaesthesia and intubation of a brachycephalic dog with Matt Gurney.Read Article
Paper summary: The effect of omeprazole on oesophageal pH in dogs during anaesthesia
This summary of a publication by Panti et al., examines the effect of orally administered omeprazole on gastro-oesophageal reflux in the anaesthetised dog.Read Article
How does a syringe driver benefit your patients?
Syringe drivers are becoming increasingly commonplace in modern veterinary practice and are a useful tool for multiple applications. This article looks at the science behind constant rate infusions and the basics of syringe driver use.Read Article
Paper summary: Pet owner opinions about anaesthesia, pain and surgery in small animals
In this paper we explore perceptions and opinions of Canadian pet owners about anaesthesia, pain and surgery in small animals.Read Article
Achieving Safer Anaesthesia with ASA and Joanne Michou MA VetMB DipECVAA MRCVS
How can a Veterinary version of the ASA Physical Status Classification help you achieve safer anaesthesia? To find out how watch our webinar.Read Article
Paper summary: ASA classification and risk of anaesthetic related death in dogs and cats.
This scientific paper assessed whether the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) Physical Status Classification correlated with the risk of anaesthetic death in dogs and cats.Read Article
New! Methadyne, Our New Methadone Now Available
This is our third product launch this year, and the latest addition to our anaesthesia and analgesia portfolio, Methadyne, contains 10mg/ml methadone as its active ingredient. It can be administered for analgesia of moderate to severe pain in dogs and cats, to provide neuroleptanalgesia, and as part of a patient's premedication protocol prior to general anaesthesia.Read Article
A retrospective comparison of two analgesic strategies after uncomplicated tibial plateau levelling osteotomy in dogs.
In this review we summarise a publication by Bini (2018) examining two protocols for the administration of methadone following TPLO surgery in dogs.Read Article
Practical Acute Pain Assessment
In this summary of acute pain assessment, Carl Bradbrook examines why we should be monitoring patients for pain and looks at the commonly used scoring systems.Read Article
Alfaxan for the maintenance of anaesthesia: Peer reviewed clinical papers.
In this article we have identified the key clinical peer reviewed papers to support the use of Alfaxan for maintenance of Anaesthesia in Cats and Dogs.Read Article
TIVA or not? (Total intravenous anaesthesia).
In this article the Jurox UK Technical Team discuss the use of intravenous agents to maintain anaesthesia in the dog and cat.Read Article
Benzodiazepines - can they help reduce anaesthesia related side effects?
In part 4 of this series on premedicant agents we examine the pros and cons of benzodiazepines.Read Article
Paper summary: Effect of benzodiazepines on the dose of alfaxalone needed for endotracheal intubation in healthy dogs
This paper examined whether a benzodiazepine, administered as a co-induction agent with alfaxalone, improved endotracheal intubation, and reduced the dose of alfaxalone, in the dogRead Article
Putting methadone in its place in your pain management.
In this article we examine why methadone could be considered the analgesic of choice for many of our patients and understand its importance in modern veterinary medicine. The article includes a link to a downloadable summary sheet.Read Article
Food for Thought: Pre-anaesthetic Fasting
In this article Karen examines why we fast our canine and feline patients prior to anaesthesia and what the current recommendations are. Karen also investigates why rabbits are different and should not be starved before anaesthesia.Read Article
Purr-fecting Pain Management
In this article summary we examine which of the two opioids, buprenorphine or butorphanol, provides the most appropriate analgesia following ovariohysterectomy in the cat.Read Article
Perspectives on Premeds - Phenothiazines: from Mental Health to Premedication
In this article from the Perspectives on Premeds series, Karen takes us through the properties and uses of phenothiazines in modern veterinary practice.Read Article
Methadone with Acepromazine - when is enough, enough?
This study looks at the effects of three methadone doses combined with acepromazine on sedation and some cardiopulmonary variables in dogs.Read Article
AceSedate®, Our New Acepromazine, Available Now.
We have extended our anaesthesia and analgesia portfolio with the launch of AceSedate®. Containing the tried and trusted, long-acting sedative agent acepromazine as its active ingredient, AceSedate can be used for the premedication, sedation and tranquilisation of cats and dogs.Read Article
Time: is 30 minutes long enough?
This recent study examined whether the application of EMLA cream, for 30 or 60 minutes, would be a useful tool to improve patient compliance prior to intravenous cannula placement in the veterinary clinical practice setting.Read Article
Caesarean Section Survival Guide. Part 2: Anaesthetic Protocol Selection & Peri-operative Considerations.
In this second instalment of the 2-part article, we explore premedication, induction, maintenance & monitoring, recovery and analgesia for the Caesarean section patient.Read Article
Buprenorphine: it's not all static in rabbits
Opioids are well known for causing gastrointestinal stasis in mammalian species. This recent paper examined the effects of a single high dose of buprenorphine on the rabbit gastrointestinal tract using non-invasive imaging techniques.Read Article
Caesarean Section Survival Guide. Part 1: Physiology & Pre-anaesthetic Considerations.
In the first instalment of this 2-part review Karen examines the physiological changes that occur during pregnancy and how those adjustments can affect the selection of anaesthetic protocols for the increasingly common Caesarean section.Read Article
No leeway for the spay: A comparison between methadone and buprenorphine for perioperative analgesia in dogs undergoing ovariohysterectomy.
This recent paper compares post-operative pain scores and requirement for rescue analgesia following premedication with methadone or buprenorphine, in combination with acepromazine or medetomidine, in 80 bitches undergoing ovariohysterectomy.Read Article
Cardiac arrest - the human factor
Cardiac arrest in dogs and cats is, thankfully, relatively rare. However, when it does happen it can have devastating consequences for the animal, owner and the veterinary team. This study examined the common causalities leading up to a cardiac arrest with the aim of changing protocols to improve outcomes.Read Article
Are you Using Safety Checklists in your Practice?
In this article, Carl focuses on the benefits of introducing a safety checklist in practice to reduce patient morbidity, mortality and to improve communication between members of the veterinary team. The article contains links to the AVA safety checklist as well as a link to a customisable list that you can adapt to your practice needs.Read Article
Paper Summary - Effects of alfaxalone, thiopental, propofol and diazepam on laryngeal motion in healthy dogs
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The Big Chill - Temperature Management in Sedated and Anaesthetised Patients
The effects of hypothermia are very far reaching throughout the peri-anaesthetic process. In this article, James takes us through the interesting mechanisms of body cooling and warming, the clinical relevance of hypothermia and what we can do to prevent it.Read Article
Keeping the Finger on the Pulse - Nuances in CV Monitoring
All patients are exposed to the risks associated with general anaesthesia. Continuously monitoring anaesthetised patients maximises patients safety and wellbeing. In this article, Dan takes us through the common monitoring techniques that provide information about the cardiovascular status of your patient.Read Article
Effect of Maropitant on Isoflurane Requirements & Postoperative Nausea & Vomiting
Despite being widely recognized in humans, postoperative nausea and vomiting (PONV), and the role of maropitant in reducing inhalational anaesthetic requirements have been poorly documented in dogs. This recent study evaluates PONV and isoflurane requirements after maropitant administration during routine ovariectomy in bitches.Read Article
New! Alfaxan® Multidose Now Available
We are happy to announce we have enhanced our anaesthesia and analgesia portfolio with the introduction of Alfaxan®Multidose for dogs, cats and pet rabbits.Read Article
Sevoflurane requirement in dogs premedicated with medetomidine and butorphanol
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1993-1995: "Community Building" discussion group at Wilton Montly Meeting in Connecticut
Dec. 1998: Spee and Jens Braun begin occasional visits to intentional communities around the US
June 1999: Property search near Powell House begins
July 1999: New York Yearly Meeting at Silver Bay, New York: Two interest group sessions held, with some 50 people participating
August 1999: Issue Number 1 of our newsletter Bridging the Gap issued, mailed to 50 households (March 2000 subscription list was 98 households)
Fall 1999: Brauns move to Chatham area; First visit to Bradley's Crossing property
Feb. 2000: Retreat on "Deep Community" at Powell House, Chatham, New York, attended by 42 people (37 adults, 15 children)
March 2000: Beginning of regular meetings for those interested in forming the intentional community in Columbia County, NY
August 2000: Brauns and Harris-Brauns purchase 135-acre ex-farm on Bradley's Crossing Road in East Chatham, New York (in the town of Canaan). During 2000 and 2001 we and others renovated the newer of the two houses so that the Brauns could live there. We also put a lot of effort into cleaning up the land and getting some gardens going. We planted fruit trees and grape vines, and harvested apples for cider.
August 2000: Sandy & Carolyn move from Georgia to New Lebanon, NY
Fall 2000: Celebration on the land; renovation of East House begins
January 2001: Brauns move into East House
April 2001: QIVP incorporated as a non-profit corporation
July 2001: Town of Canaan starts considering cluster housing law; QIVC Advisory Council formed
September 2001: Design charette with Michael Everett; East House exterior finished; Brauns cleared for membership in QIVC
January 2002: Newsletter #11 published; Beers cleared for membership
February 2002: QIVCers visit other intentional communities; Harris-Brauns cleared for membership March 2002: Harris-Brauns start process of selling their Connecticut house; Eloisa cleared for membership
August 2002: Harris-Brauns move to nearby house in Canaan
Winter/Spring 2003: QIVC members begin work on the original farmhouse (circa 1795) on the QIVC land (demolition of the ruined parts)
Spring 2003: Spring-meeting in Western/Central NY re interest in QIVP
Summer 2003: In June QIVC hosts a timber-framing workshop run by Fox Maple School of Traditional Building (based in Maine), in which we and others cut the four-bent timber frame for the farmhouse. In July we raised the timber framewith lots of help from friends and neighbors (100+ people participate throughout the weekend)
July 2003: QIVP attains 501(c)3 status
Winter 2003: Farmhouse roof goes on
March 2004: Many Rivers Community in Finland, Minnesota becomes the second Quaker Intentional Village under the QIVP umbrella organization
Summer 2004: QIVC continues to rebuild the farmhouse. In the fall of 2004 we completed, with the help of many friends and neighbors, the clay and woodchip walls.
January 2005: Originally we had hoped to build a co-housing style community, keeping our houses clustered close together and preserving the vast majority of our land as open space. Because this is not allowed in our local zoning regulations, we submitted a request for a five-lot subdivison to our town Planning Board, which was approved in April 2005. Within the constraints of this subdivision, each of the families currently involved in QIVC can build their energy- and resource-efficient homes. 110 acres are left undeveloped.
April 2005: QIVC obtains approval for 5-lot subdivision
Throughout 2005 work continued on the farmhouse. We plastered the walls, finished the lower roofs, and began work on the interior.
2006 & 2007: Work on the farmhouse goes on with primarily community labor. We get a certificate of occupancy.
July 2007: Two families begin building new houses on the land. Members have five garden plots under cultivation, and have been joined on the land by sheep, chickens, pigs, and two horses.
September 2007: A resident family moves into the farmhouse.
2009: the farmhouse is finished and home to one family and many community get-togethers and meetings. Two new houses have been built and three more are underway. Four families live on the land so far. QIVC is made up of thirteen adults and twelve children, whose birthdates range from 1988 to 2008.
Fall 2009: Another family moves into their new house on the land, making a total of five families
May 2010: A sixth family moves into their new house
October 2010: The seventh family finally moves in
November 2010: One family moves from rental space in the farmhouse to their own new house just across the farm road
November 2010: One family moves away and the house is rented to an interested family. QIVC actively seeks new members for three available household locations
September 2012: We approve a new type of membership, renter membership, for those who need/want to rent instead of own a house.
December 2012: QIVC buys the departed members' house (and keeps renting it to the prospective member family).
January 2013: QIVC, Inc. is incorporated with approved bylaws
January 2013: Our biggest subdivision lot, Lot 1 (>100 acres, 2 houses), is transferred to QIVC, Inc.
March 2013: A new household of prospective members moves into a newly-built basement walk-out living space below an existing house
April 2014: The family that has been renting since late 2010 is accepted into membership. QIVC is now made up of 14 adults and 13 resident children, with another one of each living on the Land as prospective members.


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Practical Application
- iPhone…check
- bag of candy…check
- deflated soccer ball…check
- Polaroid Instant Camera…check.
You are ready to go. You're going to impress everyone with your knowledge of how to draw a crowd in those African villages. Between your instant photos in villages that don't think you are stealing their souls and your bags of candy, you're about to become a rock star.
But, purgatory awaits–some call it international travel. Three plane flights over two days to get to your remote destination. As a seasoned traveler, you have a plan. Tylenol PM, eye mask, noise cancelling headphones, and neck cushion all tucked away in your carry on bag with a change of clothes just in case.
Finally, you land. A hot shower washes the sleep from your eyes, a film of filth gathered at 40,000 feet, and the stiffness from your knees being crammed against seats made for Pygmies.
Your first glimpse of the unreached. The sites and sounds put you in a trance eclipse by the hustle and bustle of busy city life. You came to tell people who had never heard about the name of Jesus. So when you saw the cross necklace hanging from the rear view mirror in the taxi, it took you by surprise.
Even in the remote regions, one rickshaw had a John 3:16 bumper sticker–definitely not what you expected. After the shell-shock wore off and you had time to engage the people, you realize that this culture mixes ancestral worship with animism in a blender of syncretism to create a form of monotheism…only it's not. Syncretism would be the most accurate name for it, and although they have heard of Jesus, they've heard of the Mormon Jesus, the Christian Jesus, and the Jesus who loves them and just wants what is best for them.
Are you ready for this? Are you ready to combat false views of Christology? How will you demonstrate that not all roads lead to heaven? This is why we study Systematic Theology. Theology at its best happens when confronting an unbelieving culture with the truth of the Bible.
Because of your study, you will avoid errors like believing that there was a time when Jesus didn't exist, that Jesus and Satan are brothers, or that one day we will become gods just like Jesus.
Perhaps you wonder if you can learn theology this well. I contend that you can. Humans have a remarkable ability to learn what they want to learn. Some choose to learn how to hunt, others how to fish, some to play sports or work on cars. Whatever your favorite hobby is, chances are that you know the subject pretty well. That same energy and effort focused on the study of Systematic Theology can equip you to be used by God to teach others. You may never write a profound work on eschatology, but let's be honest, most of us will never write anything that lasts very long, but we may be able to influence someone's standing before Christ, which will last forever.
God communicated the truth to us so that we would understand it. God is not a God of confusion but has given us a clear testimony so that we may learn and teach others. In doing so, we fulfill the Great Commission of our Lord.
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One of the first poems I wrote for SCA was one about the life of His Excellency Talymar. It was closer to a Norse style than a Saxon one, and it was only loosely that. I rewrote the poem, taking in new details (like the ones including the barony) and added more obvious references to the women who led/lead with him.
From Heorot hailing, humble leader,
Fearless in battle, failing at nothing.
The wound-hoe Wolfslayer his wyrd-path guided.
Twice-crowned Andrew, Taken by his prowess,
Acted as master, offered his teaching.
By Laurelen knighted at looming battle.
From knighthood to kingship that noble ascended.
"Annual enemies, eternal friends,"
at Pennsic's war-field, promised his kingship.
Spurning the Tiger, taking the battle.
Dragon's victory Doubly promised.
Lovely Eislinn, longing for Pennsic,
though illness weakened aided her husband.
Calontir followed, the kingdom to aid them,
from Randal turning to rally for Eislinn.
In that final fighting, fearless their victory.
Thrice-crowned Talymar, turning from kingship,
In study of culture sounded his knowledge.
Melisande aided, Marking his progress.
In service and clothing was showing her prowess.
Inward turning, elected baron
in Middle Marches, Melisande and Talymar,
Rightwise and noble, ruling with fairness,
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Winnie, Guffman, and I drove from Chicago to Madison this morning to be part of the WORT-FM interview at 1:40. It started snowing on our way up (April, sigh), but we made it in time to check in to our hotel and walk to the Four Star Video Heaven for the interview. They let Guffman in as long as he didn't bark, which he did almost immediately. So, Winnie and Guffman were banished to the "green room." We were able to listen to the archive of the show back at the hotel. I'm on from minute 40-48. Here it is. The guys on the radio were really funny and nice and it was fun to be on with them.
After the interview, we dropped off Guff and went out to lunch with two other filmmakers who were interviewed, Justin (here's his film) and Brett (and his film). It turns out that Brett played his film at the Cucalorus Film Festival AND the ReRun Theater. AND he came to see BREAKING AND ENTERING at Cucalorus. I'm going to break my run of not going to see other films at film festivals and Winnie and I are going to see his at the Student Union Theater tomorrow. (Justin's is already sold out).
After lunch we picked up the passes from theater and walked back to our hotel. My friend Andrew Kaplan has some ins in Madison and was able to get posters put up around town and we stumbled on one near the Union. It looks really cool around the other posters! Thanks, Andy!
It also turns out that Winnie sells her jewelry (she's a jewelry designer and a pretty darn good one if I do say so myself) to a store only a few blocks away from our hotel, Atticus. We checked it out and now we're back at the hotel. We play tomorrow at 11:00 a.m. at the Student Union Theater.
A dozen or so years ago I saw the short movie COVEN at the Wisconsin Film Festival, which was featured in the documentary AMERICAN MOVIE. AMERICAN MOVIE is still my favorite documentary (BREAKING AND ENTERING is a close second), and is a big reason I wanted to make a documentary. So I feel a little nostalgia here in Madison, and I'm looking forward to tomorrow's screening.


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Active ingredients- Lynestrenol
Daphne pills uses/ indications
Daphne pills are used for contraception, particularly in conditions of intolerance from estrogen-progestogen formulated drugs or when estrogens are not recommended. Daphne in addition is used in lactating moms and smoking ladies requiring contraception.
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Daphne is an oral contraceptive drug containing just progestogen. Progestogens are derivative from the 19-nortestosterone or normal hormone progesterone, which activities are comparable to that of progesterone.
Daphne pills prevent ovulation, slims the lining of the uterus and condenses the cervical mucus. All together, these activities stop pregnancy.
The drug is harmless to for use during lactation.
Progesterone, similar to Daphne, has a small riddance and goes through widespread first-pass hepatic breakdown when administered orally. The oral bio availability is extremely small but might be boosted by a fatty medium and micronization.
Daphne pills can be use with meal or without it.
Women with unidentified vaginal hemorrhage, acute arterial infection, hormone reliant neoplasm, acute liver problems like, hepatic adenoma and after current evacuation of a hydatidiform mole. Daphne must not be administered by patients suffering from porphyria.
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Melissa's Snack Attack
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Cream cheese, garlic, anchovies, feta cheese and fresh chives are quickly blended and ready to serve in this easy gourmet snack.Submitted by CELTIC_WITCH
Sounds weird but they are addicting! Great vegan snack on the go!Submitted by SNOOKS318
Another easy and delicious recipe.Submitted by RACHELLEBSKINNY
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A great morning energy bar or mid day snack. Rich in Omega 3's and copper.Submitted by CD2531301
Spread your tune on bread or crackers - delicious with low-fat cheese!Submitted by DANCEGIRL101
A favorite Hawaiian way to eat Spam is in the form of a musubi (pronounced moo-soo-bee, with no accent). It is a fried slice of spam on rice pressed together to form a small block, then wrapped with a strip of seaweed. Submitted by LILMISS808
This dip/spread makes a nice change from the usual hummous or guacamole. When in temple mode I like to eat it spread it on rice cakes to give eating bread and butter a rest. Makes a nice starter with homemade flat bread served together with good quality olives.Submitted by ONENAILER
Make your own Popsicle.
Easy, healthy, and deliciousSubmitted by HANNAHK88
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This dip tastes decadent but is very healthy. Great Valentine to share with someone you love!Submitted by DAKOTATURTLE
For all you people into RAW foods, this is a wonderful, easy, very tasty dessert or snack!Submitted by OILADY
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quick, easy and delicious!Submitted by HELENAKCO
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Here's a fantastic post from An Amazing Mind about the state of mathematics education and what can be done about it. A very nice review of education reform and the reasons for it. He starts out:
A musician wakes from a terrible nightmare. In his dream he finds himself in a society where music education has been made mandatory. "We are helping our students become more competitive in an increasingly sound-filled world." Educators, school systems, and the state are put in charge of this vital project. Studies are commissioned, committees are formed, and decisions are made all without the advice or participation of a single working musician or composer.
Since musicians are known to set down their ideas in the form of sheet music, these curious black dots and lines must constitute the language of music. It is imperative that students become fluent in this language if they are to attain any degree of musical competence; indeed, it would be ludicrous to expect a child to sing a song or play an instrument without having a thorough grounding in music notation and theory. Playing and listening to music, let alone composing an original piece, are considered very advanced topics and are generally put off until college, and more often graduate school.
That's taken from A Mathematician's Lament by Paul Lockhart.


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Founded in 1945, the Atlanta Bureau of Jewish Education was created to coordinate Jewish education efforts in the local community. The collection contains board minutes, conference materials, correspondence, financial records, local and national education materials.
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The Hillels of Georgia Records document the activities of the umbrella Hillel for Emory University, Kennesaw State University, Georgia State University, Georgia Tech, and the University of Georgia. The mission of the organization is to enrich the lives of undergraduate and graduate students to ensure they have a meaningful Jewish experience. The Hillel of Georgia Records contain meeting minutes, program information, correspondence, flyers, capital campaign material, and various administrative files.
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Hello everyone! I am Vishal Dagar and I feel very proud as well as happy to share my success story with you all and hope that it motivates you as well.
Having secured 93% in PCM CBSE board exam, I got an opportunity to make my dream come true by getting a chance to appear for SSB at Allahabad for TES-36 Army. After my CBSE result I started my preparation for the SSB, I joined an institute in Delhi for the guidance and also took help from my cousins who have cleared SSB and browsed many websites for the help. I was a bit nervous because Allahabad selection centre is also known as REJECTION CENTRE but the constant support from friends and family helped me to build my confidence.
My reporting was on 29th August, 2016, around 150 candidates reported and we got our documents checked and were allotted chest numbers.
The first test was OIR which was quite easy, it just needs proper practice and time management. After OIR we had PPDT test, we were shown a picture, a person standing on a bridge. I perceived a boy standing in the balcony of a stadium so I wrote a story on an athlete and we had different stories. In my group there were 20 candidates, my narration was good and I took active part in the group discussion but never tried to dominate the group also I took the initiative to start the group discussion. And pals one more thing, listen to the instruction carefully and adhere to them.
Now we all gathered for the announcement of the results. Only 22 students made through the Screen In test and I was given a new chest number, chest no 3. We were briefed about further test and filled our PIQ and were allotted our new rooms.
The next day was Psychology day. We were asked to report at the examination room at 6 am. We were briefed about the test we will be taking. For TAT observe the picture carefully for 30 secs and write a practical and simple story, for WAT practice is more than enough as you have to pen down your idea on that word so maintain your speed and leave the word if you think that your sentence is not appropriate. In SRT just give a workable idea but remember not to against the laws, Self Description is very important because it must match with your PIQ and your real qualities. In WAT I attempted 56 and in SRT 58.
On the same day I had my interview, before the interview I took a short nap and talked to my cousin so that I don't get nervous. My interview lasted for 45 mins and most of the questions were from PIQ. Only two GK questions were asked to me, Balochistan issue and GST bill. To be honest, after my interview I had a feeling that I'll get recommended for sure but I didn't get over-confident.
The third day started with the Group Discussion test and in both the GDs I gave 5-6 points. After that we had Group Planning Exercise which was an easy one and the final solution was mostly spun around my solution. Now it was time for the Progressive Group Task, my group could complete the task within time and I gave 5-6 suggestions and also held helping materials and load during the task. Half Group Task was a cake walk. In Lecturette I spoke on Genetic Engineering for complete 3 mins, remember select the topic wisely, a topic on which you can speak for complete 3 mins. I was called by 5 other candidates in the Command Task in a group of 8, also I completed my task in time and gave solutions comfortably even when the GTO tried to get me stuck. I could only do 9 obstacles in the Individual Obstacle as it was raining very heavily that day and ground and the obstacles were slippery. Final Group Task was also very easy and my group completed the task in 2-3 mins.
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The next and the final test of my SSB was Conference, Conference is sort of interview, my conference lasted for 2 mins in which I was asked about my stay and new friends I made. Remember to dress neatly for the conference.
After that, the Technical Officer came to announce the result and she started to call out the chest nos. She called out Chest No 3 and I was shell shocked literally I was on cloud 9. It was the best moment of my life. I called out my name and roll no.
Only 2 candidates got recommended out of 22.
So friends, when you attend your SSB be yourself, be what you are for those 5 days and I promise those 5 days will be the best days of your life. You will learn a lot from this experience which is going to help you in future.
At the end, I would just say,
P.S I would like to thank everyone, my parents, my teachers, my friends and every single person especially my BEST FRIEND for her constant support, believing in me and for being there with me when I needed her the most.
Also, I got recommended in my NDA-137 (ARMY) SSB.
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10 Ways to Source Inventory for Amazon
There is a lot to think about when it comes to your Amazon inventory management, and especially where to buy and how you source. With so many different ways of getting products these days (big box stores, clearance aisles, and wholesalers, for example), it can be difficult to find the right method(s) for your business.
Today, we're taking the guesswork out of all things inventory, so you can find the right products for your business in the way that's most efficient (and hopefully most profitable) for you.
Before you Source: Research Top Amazon Products & Estimate Profits
Most inventory options require an upfront investment in product — and the hope that you'll turn a healthy profit. To maximize your chances of actually making sales on Amazon, research the product categories and best items that are currently selling well, then calculate your estimated profits based on those items. Researching the best selling items can help you discover product ideas you may not have thought to sell but that could be profitable.
Here are a few tools to help you get started:
- Jungle Scout: Get ahead of the competition by using Jungle Scout, which shows you the products that sell the most and will make you the most money.
- Camelcamelcamel.com: A free Amazon price tracker that helps you decide when to buy your inventory — it monitors millions of products and alerts you when prices drop.
- InventoryLab: A solution that syncs directly with Amazon Seller Central to help you research and source profitable inventory, and list and manage your current inventory. Start a 30 day free trial today.
- Amazon Scanner App: As an Amazon seller, you have access to their scanner app on iPhone or Android phones, which lets you scan an item's barcode to see its pricing and selling history on Amazon before you actually invest in it yourself.
- Amazon FBA Calculator: If you're an FBA seller, use Amazon's FBA Calculator to estimate what your profits might be on a certain product, less your FBA and sourcing fees.
- Prime Seller: All the tools you need to start and grow your Amazon business under one roof. Built by two founders who scaled their Amazon business from 0 – $200k profit per month in 2 years.
Did You Know: We recently conducted a survey of our customers to find the top selling items on Amazon. The top five product categories include Home Goods, Health & Personal Care, Toys, Kitchen, and Beauty — so keep these in mind as you are buying inventory. Just don't forget that Amazon restricts certain categories (and brands) during the holiday season, such as beauty, jewelry, toys, and video games.
Pro Tip: Start small. As you're testing new products or categories, find a couple that sell well, purchase a 2-3 weeks supply, price competitively and keep a keen eye on your sales metrics. Then once your profits are coming in at a steady pace (and at a margin that works for your business), consider expanding your inventory — and always keep tabs on it so you don't risk going out of stock. Marcey Barichello, Payability customer and owner of Coffeevines on Amazon, shares her inventory lessons learned: "Lessons learned have come from knowing what your inventory levels need to be maintained as and knowing when to place orders so we do not run out of product which is always a challenge."
10 Inventory Sourcing Options
So now that you have a sense for what products you want to sell and how much you could make, it's time to figure out the best way to source them. Here are the 10 most common sourcing methods:
1: Retail Arbitrage
Buying discounted products from retail stores and reselling them on Amazon for a profit.
Sellers that follow the retail arbitrage model often scour the clearance aisles at big box stores like Walmart, Target, Big Lots, CVS, and Walgreens – to name a few. Liquidation and surplus stores are also common inventory-shopping destinations because everything they sell is pretty heavily discounted (sometimes even 75% off retail). No matter where you go to buy your inventory, don't forget to save all of your invoices and receipts.
Before you consider making purchases on your credit card, make sure you know the pro's and con's of using business credit cards to finance your inventory.
Sourcing your inventory this way can be time-consuming but it typically doesn't require a large upfront investment since you're most likely not buying in bulk.
Pro Tip: Leonard Pearson, Payability customer and owner of Velocity Stores on Amazon, uses retail arbitrage for some of his inventory. He buys store clearance items at roughly 75% off and resells them on Amazon. He says, "With certain stores this is repeated because chain stores carry the same items and generally clearance them at the same time. This leads to a lot of driving around to get all of the items you can, but the payoff can be really good."
2: Online Arbitrage
Buying discounted products online and reselling them on Amazon for a profit.
Online arbitrage is exactly like retail arbitrage, only you're shopping online for your inventory instead of in person. To help you find the right e-retailer, check out one of these 17 tools for online sourcing or consider The Selling Family's online course The ABCs of Online Sourcing.
Pro Tip: If purchasing your inventory online, consider shopping through a cash-back service like Ebates or Swagbucks which effectively pay you to shop online.
3: Drop Shipping
Buying products from a retailer or wholesaler after you've made a sale on Amazon, and having the items sent directly to your customer.
If you don't want the responsibility of storing inventory yourself or at an Amazon warehouse, drop shipping might be the right option for you. By drop shipping you'd essentially act as a middleman between a product and its buyer without handling the product at all.
However, there are two risks involved with this: First, since you're not seeing the product before it's sold, you can't guarantee it's in quality sell-able shape or verify that it isn't a knockoff; and second, an item could go out of stock before you've made a sale — and a sale could still go through.
Pro Tip: Mark Dorsey, Payability customer and owner of Najee Holdings LLC on Amazon, offers his three step approach to dropshipping: "1. I go on Amazon.com and find items that match the criteria I look for (sales rank, number of sellers, is Amazon a seller?, price history, etc.). 2. I look to see if I can find the product at another source at a discounted rate. 3) Once located, I check the numbers to make sure I can make a decent profit while also being in the top five spots of sellers.
4: Wholesale
Buy name brand products directly from the manufacturer/brand owner, most often in bulk and therefore at a discount
Buying wholesale is arguably the most scalable inventory sourcing method — or at the very least, it has the most potential for scalability. You buy large quantities of a product directly from a single source, and if you establish a positive business relationship with the manufacturer, you could earn better deals in the future or negotiate better terms on existing products now.
As a wholesaler, you should always make sure to go through the necessary approval channels to resell a particular product or brand. If you're not an authorized seller, you risk getting flagged for copyright infringement and could be suspended from Amazon.
With the potential to sell in the millions annually, wholesale could be the right option for you. Just ask Dan & Eric, the wildly successful Amazon sellers behind The Wholesale Formula, a training program for other sellers to learn their secrets.
Pro Tip: Not sure how to find legitimate wholesalers? Check out sites like SaleHoo or Worldwide Brands for a directory of certified wholesalers and dropshippers.
5: Private Label
Buy generic products directly from the manufacturer, add your own labels and sell under your brand
Selling private label means you're still sourcing from a wholesaler, but you have an added step of re-branding an item with your logo. Listen to the Private Label Podcast weekly to hear from other sellers and get tips for running a private label business.
As Leonard Pearson says "Private labeling eliminates competition and ensures repetition of your sourcing efforts. This doesn't cost as much as a lot of people think, it just takes some research and patience. If you can find an item that is not on Amazon, or not well represented on Amazon, or even one that you can make improvements on, this is a great business model. You may need to build a team to assist you with everything involved (photos, sales copy, package design, etc) but a lot of that can be outsourced."
Pro Tip: Check out our recent post "Trademarks and Amazon: Everything You Need to Know About Selling Private Label and Name Brands" for tips on setting up a private label business.
6: Alibaba
Buy in bulk (and for a discount) from wholesale marketplaces overseas
Alibaba is one of the largest online marketplaces in the world — in fact, it is often referred to as the "Chinese Amazon". Many retailers – including Amazon sellers – source their products from Alibaba because of their inexpensive prices.
Learn more about Alibaba in our post from earlier this year "Tips for Amazon Inventory Management Before Chinese New Year". Other overseas marketplaces like Alibaba include Export Portal, ImportGenius.com and Dragon Sourcing.
Pro Tip: According to the Amazon seller forums, Alibaba has a reputation for selling counterfeits and knock-offs, so be careful if and when you choose to buy your inventory from them. Alibaba has spent time and money to test-buy suspected counterfeit products in an effort to find scam sellers, but this is still a widespread issue among e-commerce sites, including Amazon (source: CNBC).
7: Auctions and Thrift Stores
A type of retail arbitrage that is specific to auctions and thrift stores
While the most common form of retail arbitrage is perusing clearance aisles, discount stores and liquidation sales, some Amazon sellers have found high-profit items by going to auctions, garage sales and thrift stores. Web Retailer and Feedvisor's 2016 Amazon Seller survey reported that 35% of Amazon Sellers are selling used goods. A good place to start here is to visit Auctionzip.com, a directory of local and online auctions.
Pro Tip: "When I began selling on Amazon, I went to auctions and thrift stores and found items that were not well represented on Amazon, and thereby commanded a high price. This requires a lot of hunting and research, but, the payoff is pretty good. The downside of this is that you rarely find more than one of a really profitable item, so you cannot duplicate your efforts every day." – Leonard Pearson.
8: eBay
A type of online arbitrage that is specific to eBay
If you can't make it to an auction in person, there is of course eBay. You could find one-of-a-kind items at discounted prices, or at the very least, check the eBay completed listings to get a sense for items that aren't yet on Amazon and that might sell well as a result.
Pro Tip: Understand the differences between Amazon and eBay in our blog post "Selling on Amazon vs. eBay – Comparing Marketplaces for Online Sellers".
9: Yourself
Fully control the manufacturing of a particular item
If you want to have total control over your products, you could go the advanced route and manufacture your own branded products. Take cosmetics, for example. You could develop your own formula for foundations, mascaras, lipsticks, etc., find a manufacturer that will make and package the products for you, then sell them on Amazon. Or if you're creative and crafty, you can make and brand your own products to sell on Amazon – or even Etsy.
This of course is more expensive and time consuming than buying generic or name-brand items from manufacturers but it does guarantee less competition.
Pro Tip: Look into trademarking your brand and/or products to protect yourself from counterfeiters and scammers.
10: Virtual Assistants/Outsource
Outsource your inventory acquisition to an employee or virtual assistant
Don't want to do any of the work? On the other end of the inventory sourcing spectrum is outsourcing. Depending on the scale of your business, you might be able to hire an employee or a virtual assistant to source products for you via any number of the methods listed here. Check out our friends at Freeeup.
Pro Tip: If you're not sure where to start on the virtual assistant front, you can start by applying for The Selling Family's shared VA program.
What methods do you use for your Amazon inventory sourcing? Share with us on Twitter at @GetPayability using #getpayability.


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Welcome to my weekly discussion feature. On Saturdays I will be posting my weekly discussion topic and a linky for you to post your weekly discussions as well. I hope you enjoy the discussions and come back every week.
So last week I talked about my childhood love of reading. (See Part 1 here.) I have also written before on why I think reading is so important (check that out here). This week I will tell you a little about why as an adult I still read even though I have a lot going on in my life. If you check out my About page it has some basic information, I am thirty-seven and the CFO at a local non-profit, I have two kids – a twenty-year old son and an eleven-year-old daughter, two cats, two dogs and one husband. But that doesn't speak to why books. Why do I have a "hobby" that takes time and concerted effort to continue?
I actually did not read for quite a while after I turned fourteen. I was a wild child (so says my mom) and reading time didn't fit into my schedule of trouble. I got expelled from high school a month into junior year and then I had my oldest JJ a week before my seventeenth birthday and two weeks before the start of senior year. I decided that I had to finish my education to be a responsible parent so between working, single parenting and trying to fit two years of high school into one, pleasure reading was very low on my list of things to do. I occasionally picked up a book here and there for the next few years, but very hit or miss. When I got married at twenty-five I was working as an admin assistant at a museum and was making slightly over minimum wage. I worked there for four years and could never get promoted due to my lack of post-secondary education. We decided that I should go back to school and at least get a two year degree to increase my future job prospects. That two year degree took me five years to finish as I was working full time and had my daughter M in there too. During that time I was also diagnosed with a chronic autoimmune disease (Graves' Disease if you are curious), had radioactive iodine therapy to kill my thyroid, and had four surgeries within five years.
During my down time from surgeries and the like I was picking up more and more books again. I still had not gotten back to my daily habit, but was slowly increasing. Then my second to last class to finish my degree came up. I could pick a philosophy class for three credits or a reading class for four credits. I picked what I thought would be the easier A and went for reading. The class was also held in the school library so I had awesome access to books. The first class consisted of a reading comprehension test and a speed reading test. I scored a 96% on the test and my reading speed was clocked at …125 pages an hour (if you ever wondered about my site name, there is your answer). I finished the class with my love for reading and my daily habit re-instilled. That was seven years ago and I still read almost daily.
Reading is my decompression after a long and busy day as I work an average of 65 hours a week. Being able to immerse myself in another world takes me out of the stress of the everyday. I am socially awkward (I'm not awesome at picking up on social cues and tend to sound like a know-it-all as I default to factual not anecdotal.) so books are an easy friend for me (I do have real life friends too, a small group that I love dearly that deal well with my quirks). I tend to read a book a night once the hubs and M have gone to bed (the hubs works first shift at a lab and goes to bed between 8-9 p.m.). Because of my reading speed, I am usually done around midnight, then I go to bed and start over the next day.
So really long story short, I read as an adult to de-stress and to keep myself company at night. I blog about it because it helps me break out of my shell and interact with more people. And now you know more about me that you eve wanted to know.
So tell me, why is reading something you do? What has propelled your book love?
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