A CURE FOR POST-CHRISTMAS LET-DOWNBy Eliza BloomNo matter how majestic and enchanting your celebration, thepost-Christmas let-down is a very real phenomenon. We allarrive back to reality a little shaken from all the excess.On Christmas Day, my home was filled with neighbors and niecesand friends who dropped by. My kitchen countertop was filledto overflowing with walnuts, tiny pink peppermint meringues,spicy sausages, smoky cheeses, a strange collection of mustards,and Aunt Bernice's Atkins-approved sugar-free chocolates.This countertop display was a community effort. Each guestbrought way more than was needed, which is a natural thingto do in this season when we celebrate abundance-when wecelebrate the torrential downpour of good things in this life,and so bring some of our favorites to share on our friends'crowded countertop.For a day or so, we set aside any notion of scarcity. Wegive our children new and shiny things. We slather them withtime and energy. For a day or so, we do not scrape and hoardand say this is mine and not yours. For a day or so, we donot say that we don't have enough. We do not say there's noroom in our heart, no room at our table, no room in our inn.For a day or so, we are full to bursting, and not just fromprime rib and peppermint candies.It feels good to know, over the holidays, that anyone wholeaves my house does so with full hands. So I take someTime on this holiday-hangover day to identify those thingsthat are naturally and eternally abundant in this world.Things I can give my guests even after the last Godivatruffle is long gone.What are those things? Today I can think of three. Thereis peace. There is love. There is joy. And it is up to usto recognize that the only thing that can stand in the wayof their dispersal is our own forgetting that we are theones charged with the task.And so we cure the post-Christmas let-down only with adeliberate and conscious lifting up, of ourselves and ofanyone else who comes knocking at our door. Let thatbe our task today.Copyright 2003 by Eliza BloomEliza Bloom is a frequent contributor to many award-winningonline publications, including http://www.momscape.com andhttp://www.BestSelfHelp.comEliza invites you to join her private mailing list,where you'll receive an uplifting message each week.To join, send any mailto:ebloomweekly@...
Wednesday, December 14, 2011
Tuesday, December 13, 2011
What is a vertical axis wind turbine?
Thinking of adding a wind energy system for your home to reduce your energy costs? Worried about placing a large tower with steel cables for your property extends to level off, or are in a smaller place, where the tower is not feasible? Let's look at a couple of options available to help you get the wind, no matter where you live.
The vertical axis wind turbines (VAWT) are windmills that have helical shaped blades mounted vertically on the generator. They are specifically designed to address specific problems related to power generation in urban or suburban areas, where there is often a horizontal wind becomes vertical when it encounters the face of a building. The propeller blades of vertical axis wind turbine as wind gusts using vertically or horizontally in all directions (omnidirectional). This makes it useful in these areas the most common ceiling mount the horizontal axis wind turbine (HAWT) are available in most wind energy systems.
HAWT systems work well in open environments, a rural area with no trees or surrounding buildings that break the flow of wind in the leaves. There are a number of smaller designs built specifically for home use, many of them are DIY kits that allow you to configure the system itself, saving the cost of professional installation.
Studies have shown that vertical systems to generate wind power at a level lower than a comparable horizontal turbine. But we also produce electricity beyond the point that the wind increases resulting turbine blades of a horizontal boom to prevent damage of over supply system. The larger, helical designed, slower rotating blades are more visible to birds than the style of the propeller blades used in a thin horizontal axis. Savona style vertical axis wind turbines can provide magnetic levitation instead of conventional ball bearings in the generator interface of the blade, greatly reducing friction. With less friction, less energy is required to turn the leaves that allow the system to operate with winds.
Vertical or horizontal. Which system do you use? Each has its own advantages and disadvantages, and not a guy who is perfect in all wind conditions for all sites.
Learn about alternatives before buying. Start with the Internet to learn about options, including information on the location, the necessary approvals and net metering available to add to your system to the network. Knowledge is power. His research will help you on your way to energy independence and improve the environment suffiency.
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Pat Herron is an activist promoting environmentally sustainable solutions, easy to use that leads to energy independence. Learn how you can benefit from the installation of a wind for your home.
The vertical axis wind turbines (VAWT) are windmills that have helical shaped blades mounted vertically on the generator. They are specifically designed to address specific problems related to power generation in urban or suburban areas, where there is often a horizontal wind becomes vertical when it encounters the face of a building. The propeller blades of vertical axis wind turbine as wind gusts using vertically or horizontally in all directions (omnidirectional). This makes it useful in these areas the most common ceiling mount the horizontal axis wind turbine (HAWT) are available in most wind energy systems.
HAWT systems work well in open environments, a rural area with no trees or surrounding buildings that break the flow of wind in the leaves. There are a number of smaller designs built specifically for home use, many of them are DIY kits that allow you to configure the system itself, saving the cost of professional installation.
Studies have shown that vertical systems to generate wind power at a level lower than a comparable horizontal turbine. But we also produce electricity beyond the point that the wind increases resulting turbine blades of a horizontal boom to prevent damage of over supply system. The larger, helical designed, slower rotating blades are more visible to birds than the style of the propeller blades used in a thin horizontal axis. Savona style vertical axis wind turbines can provide magnetic levitation instead of conventional ball bearings in the generator interface of the blade, greatly reducing friction. With less friction, less energy is required to turn the leaves that allow the system to operate with winds.
Vertical or horizontal. Which system do you use? Each has its own advantages and disadvantages, and not a guy who is perfect in all wind conditions for all sites.
Learn about alternatives before buying. Start with the Internet to learn about options, including information on the location, the necessary approvals and net metering available to add to your system to the network. Knowledge is power. His research will help you on your way to energy independence and improve the environment suffiency.
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Pat Herron is an activist promoting environmentally sustainable solutions, easy to use that leads to energy independence. Learn how you can benefit from the installation of a wind for your home.
Hair Salon Marketing Plan Tips That Will Grow Your Business
Hair Salon Marketing Plan Overview:
You've heard it before when it comes to hair salon marketing - it's the little things that make the biggest difference. It doesn't matter if we're talking about your college degree, your marriage, or your hair salon services. Let's look at what really drives new clients to your business and how your hair salon marketing can grow your business.
Too often, the owner of a hair salon is far too busy focusing in the business rather than focusing on the business. What does this mean? It means that you should not be spending your days in the salon doing the "day to day" tasks, but rather you should be focusing on the long-term tasks like hair salon marketing that can reward you with a much higher payoff and over the long term.
To be successful you must create a hair salon marketing plan and you must use it. It really is that simple. Studies show that when it comes to hair salon marketing, those with a marketing plan will on average see a 30% higher sales volume that those that do not. How do you put together that marketing plan? Glad you asked.
1. First, study your salon and why clients choose to buy from your hair salon.
2. Document those reasons.
3. Create your message based on the results from #1.
4. Now break your marketing plan into segments like advertising plan, online marketing plan, newsletter plan, and even referral marketing plan.
5. Review your plan at least every two weeks and if at all possible once a week.
If you invest the necessary time to create a marketing "System" for your business, you will eliminate waste, duplication, lost sales, and chaos. System is an acronym for Save, Yourself, Stress, Time, Energy, and Money.
In almost all businesses including your hair salon 80% of your revenue will come from 20% of your clients. That means you need to do something outstanding with your hair salon marketing campaign and you should consider focusing that campaign on customers, you already have in an effort to improve that 80/20 ratio. Consider using newsletters, discount cards, or direct mail outs to encourage your current client base to return more often.
After you put so much effort into your hair salon marketing plan don't just assume it's working. You should test and track the marketing you implement as you go, after all you don't' want to be wasting money on marketing that isn't working. You will also want to analyze your profits from your hair salon marketing campaign. It's how you'll know what really works, what should stay, and what should go.
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Find quality hair salon marketing ideas, spa marketing tips, and marketing strategies for nails salons, tanning salons and beauty salons at Renegade Salon Marketing Blog.
You've heard it before when it comes to hair salon marketing - it's the little things that make the biggest difference. It doesn't matter if we're talking about your college degree, your marriage, or your hair salon services. Let's look at what really drives new clients to your business and how your hair salon marketing can grow your business.
Too often, the owner of a hair salon is far too busy focusing in the business rather than focusing on the business. What does this mean? It means that you should not be spending your days in the salon doing the "day to day" tasks, but rather you should be focusing on the long-term tasks like hair salon marketing that can reward you with a much higher payoff and over the long term.
To be successful you must create a hair salon marketing plan and you must use it. It really is that simple. Studies show that when it comes to hair salon marketing, those with a marketing plan will on average see a 30% higher sales volume that those that do not. How do you put together that marketing plan? Glad you asked.
1. First, study your salon and why clients choose to buy from your hair salon.
2. Document those reasons.
3. Create your message based on the results from #1.
4. Now break your marketing plan into segments like advertising plan, online marketing plan, newsletter plan, and even referral marketing plan.
5. Review your plan at least every two weeks and if at all possible once a week.
If you invest the necessary time to create a marketing "System" for your business, you will eliminate waste, duplication, lost sales, and chaos. System is an acronym for Save, Yourself, Stress, Time, Energy, and Money.
In almost all businesses including your hair salon 80% of your revenue will come from 20% of your clients. That means you need to do something outstanding with your hair salon marketing campaign and you should consider focusing that campaign on customers, you already have in an effort to improve that 80/20 ratio. Consider using newsletters, discount cards, or direct mail outs to encourage your current client base to return more often.
After you put so much effort into your hair salon marketing plan don't just assume it's working. You should test and track the marketing you implement as you go, after all you don't' want to be wasting money on marketing that isn't working. You will also want to analyze your profits from your hair salon marketing campaign. It's how you'll know what really works, what should stay, and what should go.
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Find quality hair salon marketing ideas, spa marketing tips, and marketing strategies for nails salons, tanning salons and beauty salons at Renegade Salon Marketing Blog.
Knee Aches And Pains - Treatment Options
1.) How are your knees doing?
2.) Are they painful at times?
Aching knees plague many people. If you're knees throb and ache at various times, you are probably searching for the best treatment available at a low cost, right?
Knee pain is something that we never wish upon you, but when you do come down with it, then it is time to face the issue. Let's review some helpful treatment options in this article.
Knee aches and pains can come from any number of sources. Your knee ache may be chronic, or it may stem from an injury. Recommended knee ache treatment may vary, depending upon the cause of the pain.
For instance, if your knee ache is being caused by overuse or traumatic injury, the use of ice in conjunction with rest may help relieve the discomfort. If your knee ache is being caused by a chronic condition such as arthritis or Chondromalacia Patellae (wearing of the cartilage under the kneecap), your recommended knee treatment may include physical therapy or muscle strengthening exercises.
But whether your pain is being caused by injury, overuse, chronic condition, misalignment, dislocation, or any other of the numerous conditions that can cause aching discomfort, the most effective knee ache treatment may be a knee brace.
Just think about this for a second...
1.) Sometimes you just do not have the time to rest your knee, due to your busy schedule. Can you relate?
2.) Pain killers and ice can only go so far to help you, and they surely do not promote healing.
3.) Surgery, although it can be helpful, can be invasive and costly.
4.) Knee braces are great because you can use them right away and they can help reduce your pain, and promote healing, due to the stability that can provide.
Knee supports are designed to help address a number of factors that can contribute to your aches and pains.
A knee brace can help keep the knee joint in it's proper position and keep the kneecap properly aligned. Moreover, a brace can help relieve the excessive stress and strain on the joint that contributes to, or aggravates chronic conditions such as arthritis or chondromalacia.
A support can also give some much needed support to overused or strained muscles and ligaments within the joint, helping to promote healing in the event of an injury, and helping prevent additional injury from occurring.
Of course, you should always seek the advice of a qualified physician when it comes to your finding out your exact diagnosis and heed their medical advice. But when it comes to support, a knee brace can become your new best friend for many reasons.
A common misconception about knee braces is that they need to be custom made to suit your knee and, consequently, are prohibitively expensive. To the contrary, however, a knee brace does not necessarily have to be custom made to fit properly, and there are many adjustable braces available designed to fit your knee. As a result, they are very affordable. Another common misconception about knee braces is that they are bulky, restrictive and uncomfortable. Again, this is not necessarily true. Knee braces come in a variety of styles, many of which are lightweight, fit comfortably and allow for freedom of movement. Yet, they still offer the support you may need to serve as an effective knee ache treatment.
In the end, the choice is in your hands. We would like it, almost as much as you, if your knee pain vanishes, but if it remains, then the information here can be helpful for you.
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If you have intense knee pain, then we can appreciate where you are coming from. Check us out online if you want to learn more about the knee or to find an affordable yet effective knee brace. Visit us online today at http://www.drbraceco.com
2.) Are they painful at times?
Aching knees plague many people. If you're knees throb and ache at various times, you are probably searching for the best treatment available at a low cost, right?
Knee pain is something that we never wish upon you, but when you do come down with it, then it is time to face the issue. Let's review some helpful treatment options in this article.
Knee aches and pains can come from any number of sources. Your knee ache may be chronic, or it may stem from an injury. Recommended knee ache treatment may vary, depending upon the cause of the pain.
For instance, if your knee ache is being caused by overuse or traumatic injury, the use of ice in conjunction with rest may help relieve the discomfort. If your knee ache is being caused by a chronic condition such as arthritis or Chondromalacia Patellae (wearing of the cartilage under the kneecap), your recommended knee treatment may include physical therapy or muscle strengthening exercises.
But whether your pain is being caused by injury, overuse, chronic condition, misalignment, dislocation, or any other of the numerous conditions that can cause aching discomfort, the most effective knee ache treatment may be a knee brace.
Just think about this for a second...
1.) Sometimes you just do not have the time to rest your knee, due to your busy schedule. Can you relate?
2.) Pain killers and ice can only go so far to help you, and they surely do not promote healing.
3.) Surgery, although it can be helpful, can be invasive and costly.
4.) Knee braces are great because you can use them right away and they can help reduce your pain, and promote healing, due to the stability that can provide.
Knee supports are designed to help address a number of factors that can contribute to your aches and pains.
A knee brace can help keep the knee joint in it's proper position and keep the kneecap properly aligned. Moreover, a brace can help relieve the excessive stress and strain on the joint that contributes to, or aggravates chronic conditions such as arthritis or chondromalacia.
A support can also give some much needed support to overused or strained muscles and ligaments within the joint, helping to promote healing in the event of an injury, and helping prevent additional injury from occurring.
Of course, you should always seek the advice of a qualified physician when it comes to your finding out your exact diagnosis and heed their medical advice. But when it comes to support, a knee brace can become your new best friend for many reasons.
A common misconception about knee braces is that they need to be custom made to suit your knee and, consequently, are prohibitively expensive. To the contrary, however, a knee brace does not necessarily have to be custom made to fit properly, and there are many adjustable braces available designed to fit your knee. As a result, they are very affordable. Another common misconception about knee braces is that they are bulky, restrictive and uncomfortable. Again, this is not necessarily true. Knee braces come in a variety of styles, many of which are lightweight, fit comfortably and allow for freedom of movement. Yet, they still offer the support you may need to serve as an effective knee ache treatment.
In the end, the choice is in your hands. We would like it, almost as much as you, if your knee pain vanishes, but if it remains, then the information here can be helpful for you.
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If you have intense knee pain, then we can appreciate where you are coming from. Check us out online if you want to learn more about the knee or to find an affordable yet effective knee brace. Visit us online today at http://www.drbraceco.com
Pay or Play
So who ever said you can't get something for nothing? Like so many other appealing facets of 'Tinsel Town,' many artists, talent agents and studio exec's might tell you that sometimes, you can in fact get something for nothing... or at least, for a lot less than one might think.
An industry standard and ever-important term in many entertainment contracts is that of the "Pay or Play" provision. By definition, a Pay or Play clause means that the person being hired (typically, an actor or director - we'll call them the "artist") is guaranteed payment regardless of whether or not they actually work.
To validate this definition, several courts having analyzed these clauses have also found that, once an artist becomes "pay or play," compensation is generally required even if the project is abandoned or the artist's services are terminated (unless, of course, the artist is in material default). So, essentially, the artist could be compensated for having done nothing or, a lot less than originally bargained for (although the artist might argue that, pursuant to the terms of their agreement, such is exactly what was bargained for).
But, what of the infamous Hollywood deal bound by a handshake? Both parties obviously know the universally accepted definition of "Pay or Play," so even a verbal agreement should be free from issue when it comes to payment, right? WRONG!
Whether verbal or written, additional terms that are vitally important for discussion and agreement are those relating to when the "pay or play" rights can and will be triggered.
Take this example: A studio is in negotiations with an artist to secure her services for an upcoming television mini-series. After the parties agree on all deal points, including the amount of the artist's fixed compensation, the studio's concession that the artist be "pay or play" and, the artist's approval rights over a male co-star, the artist approves three actors but none of them are available. With the date of principal photography fast approaching, the studio casts a co-star that the artist disapproves. Consequently, the artist withdraws from the project and demands full payment of her fixed compensation because she was "pay or play." What happens?
Some would argue that the artist is entitled to her fixed compensation - plain and simple! They would contend that the artist did not default on the terms of the contract and would have performed in the mini-series but for the fact that the studio did not adhere to her right of preapproval for the co-star. Opponents would alternatively argue that the artist is not entitled to be paid because her "pay or play" provision was never triggered. This argument would be based on the premise that the purpose of "pay or play" is to give the artist security that she will be paid whether or not the studio elects to utilize her services, not whether or not the artist chooses to perform.
The point here is that this contract term needs to be carefully and thoroughly defined. Aside from the ambiguities that can stem from even the written word, keep in mind that some dealmakers actually perceive some advantage in negotiating vague terms. They realize it's a gamble of course; but they find strategically sufficient reasons to take the risk when they can get away with it.
Therefore, while "pay or play" may be as commonly a recognized term in the industry as any Hollywood lingo, this contract provision can present traps for the unsuspecting dealmaker that may come at a great cost!
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Attorney able to think outside the box. Extensive background in Business/Corporate & Entertainment/IP matters. Managing attorney for full service law firm including Family & Criminal law. Nominated "Rising Star" in "SuperLawyers". Requested panel speaker. Firm named a "Unique Legal Boutique". http://www.spotoralaw.com
An industry standard and ever-important term in many entertainment contracts is that of the "Pay or Play" provision. By definition, a Pay or Play clause means that the person being hired (typically, an actor or director - we'll call them the "artist") is guaranteed payment regardless of whether or not they actually work.
To validate this definition, several courts having analyzed these clauses have also found that, once an artist becomes "pay or play," compensation is generally required even if the project is abandoned or the artist's services are terminated (unless, of course, the artist is in material default). So, essentially, the artist could be compensated for having done nothing or, a lot less than originally bargained for (although the artist might argue that, pursuant to the terms of their agreement, such is exactly what was bargained for).
But, what of the infamous Hollywood deal bound by a handshake? Both parties obviously know the universally accepted definition of "Pay or Play," so even a verbal agreement should be free from issue when it comes to payment, right? WRONG!
Whether verbal or written, additional terms that are vitally important for discussion and agreement are those relating to when the "pay or play" rights can and will be triggered.
Take this example: A studio is in negotiations with an artist to secure her services for an upcoming television mini-series. After the parties agree on all deal points, including the amount of the artist's fixed compensation, the studio's concession that the artist be "pay or play" and, the artist's approval rights over a male co-star, the artist approves three actors but none of them are available. With the date of principal photography fast approaching, the studio casts a co-star that the artist disapproves. Consequently, the artist withdraws from the project and demands full payment of her fixed compensation because she was "pay or play." What happens?
Some would argue that the artist is entitled to her fixed compensation - plain and simple! They would contend that the artist did not default on the terms of the contract and would have performed in the mini-series but for the fact that the studio did not adhere to her right of preapproval for the co-star. Opponents would alternatively argue that the artist is not entitled to be paid because her "pay or play" provision was never triggered. This argument would be based on the premise that the purpose of "pay or play" is to give the artist security that she will be paid whether or not the studio elects to utilize her services, not whether or not the artist chooses to perform.
The point here is that this contract term needs to be carefully and thoroughly defined. Aside from the ambiguities that can stem from even the written word, keep in mind that some dealmakers actually perceive some advantage in negotiating vague terms. They realize it's a gamble of course; but they find strategically sufficient reasons to take the risk when they can get away with it.
Therefore, while "pay or play" may be as commonly a recognized term in the industry as any Hollywood lingo, this contract provision can present traps for the unsuspecting dealmaker that may come at a great cost!
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Attorney able to think outside the box. Extensive background in Business/Corporate & Entertainment/IP matters. Managing attorney for full service law firm including Family & Criminal law. Nominated "Rising Star" in "SuperLawyers". Requested panel speaker. Firm named a "Unique Legal Boutique". http://www.spotoralaw.com
The 5 Tips On How To Talk Clever In A Conversation With Women
Do you find it hard to approach women? Some do approach and talk but often ends up getting rejected either because of (1) getting to nervous, (2) not confident enough, (3) uses too much pick-up lines, (4) too cocky, and (5) sounds rehearsed. Men try to be too clever when it comes to having a conversation with any woman? Women like confident men who know what they are talking about without being too cocky or sounding rehearsed. Here are 5 great conversation tips to make her find you irresistible, charming and clever:
1. Be the lead in the conversation.
As the man, you should be the one to initiate the conversation. If it's getting boring and that you sense your lady not having fun then it's your initiative to take charge. Stop talking about yourself and let her talk. People love to talk about themselves, don't interrupt but make it more interesting by asking good questions. This shows that you are listening and that you are interested.
2. Bring up the latest gossip.
Women love to talk about gossips, that's why gossip and women's magazines are selling- they love it and can't get enough! Open up a fresh, juicy gossips topic about the latest celebrity going to rehab, those who have issues, even about fashion and then ask for her opinion. When you discuss fun topics with her then she'll think of you as a fun guy to be with.
3. Be playful and tease her.
Women enjoy light flirting as well as men do. If you think she likes you then go ahead and do flirt a little. Be subtle about it though you might come out as cocky. Also, you can turn your conversation into a fun game and you can tease her about it. Like for instance, think about questions that many men don't seem to ask women. Don't be afraid to ask her how many stuffed animals she has, what's her favorite colour, favorite ice cream flavor; rate her answers and then put in your personal likes as well. You'll get to know each other and be more comfortable.
4. Stop trying hard to impress her.
Women have seen enough of men making fool of themselves trying to impress them. The fact is women know if you are hitting on her and that she will "test" you to see if you are one of the guys who are trying hard to get an impression. When you approach a woman, be humble, if there is something about you that she would want to know then she'll find it out eventually- with your help of course. Stop blurting out the obvious, or any good information that you have, let her dig it out and discover it herself. Women just love modest guys.
5. Avoid the fatal questions.
Some men don't just realise that asking a woman questions regarding them might just send her running for the hills. Questions like: "Am I your type", "Do you want to hang-out with me some time?" or "How do you like me so far?"; is just too much for women unless you have been dating for quite a while but for new acquaintances- it's a big turn-off. This shows that you are asking for approval and that you're not the confident guy that she wants. Clever, confident guy doesn't ask questions like that and they won't matter if they're a woman's type or not.
Get a woman hooked on you, impress her with these conversation tips and it will help you along the way whenever you meet new women. Be confident, be yourself and be engaging; women love to talk just make sure you start on the right foot.
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1. Be the lead in the conversation.
As the man, you should be the one to initiate the conversation. If it's getting boring and that you sense your lady not having fun then it's your initiative to take charge. Stop talking about yourself and let her talk. People love to talk about themselves, don't interrupt but make it more interesting by asking good questions. This shows that you are listening and that you are interested.
2. Bring up the latest gossip.
Women love to talk about gossips, that's why gossip and women's magazines are selling- they love it and can't get enough! Open up a fresh, juicy gossips topic about the latest celebrity going to rehab, those who have issues, even about fashion and then ask for her opinion. When you discuss fun topics with her then she'll think of you as a fun guy to be with.
3. Be playful and tease her.
Women enjoy light flirting as well as men do. If you think she likes you then go ahead and do flirt a little. Be subtle about it though you might come out as cocky. Also, you can turn your conversation into a fun game and you can tease her about it. Like for instance, think about questions that many men don't seem to ask women. Don't be afraid to ask her how many stuffed animals she has, what's her favorite colour, favorite ice cream flavor; rate her answers and then put in your personal likes as well. You'll get to know each other and be more comfortable.
4. Stop trying hard to impress her.
Women have seen enough of men making fool of themselves trying to impress them. The fact is women know if you are hitting on her and that she will "test" you to see if you are one of the guys who are trying hard to get an impression. When you approach a woman, be humble, if there is something about you that she would want to know then she'll find it out eventually- with your help of course. Stop blurting out the obvious, or any good information that you have, let her dig it out and discover it herself. Women just love modest guys.
5. Avoid the fatal questions.
Some men don't just realise that asking a woman questions regarding them might just send her running for the hills. Questions like: "Am I your type", "Do you want to hang-out with me some time?" or "How do you like me so far?"; is just too much for women unless you have been dating for quite a while but for new acquaintances- it's a big turn-off. This shows that you are asking for approval and that you're not the confident guy that she wants. Clever, confident guy doesn't ask questions like that and they won't matter if they're a woman's type or not.
Get a woman hooked on you, impress her with these conversation tips and it will help you along the way whenever you meet new women. Be confident, be yourself and be engaging; women love to talk just make sure you start on the right foot.
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Minimize Your Cost of Living
a new report confirms exactly what many families have been enduring for quite some time: it's getting more costly to meet basic needs such as housing, food and child care. according to the university of washington, as noted in the seattle times, the bare-bones cost of living in that state has increased nearly a third since 2001.
it's no secret that everything from raising kids to paying your mortgage can take a toll on your bank account and your quality of life. which is why it's important to know how much money you'll have to shell out for specific daily needs, and, more importantly, how to minimize these expenses.
raising kids
having children of your own is definitely priceless. but the actual event of raising a child comes with a price tag of about $221,000 on average, according to a recent msn money article. and that only accounts for taking care of junior up until age 17. after additional expenses like college tuition are factored in, that number can double.
the base figure varies depending on household income and actually can range from $160,000 for lower-income families to as much as $400,000 for high-income, city-dwelling families, says msn money. according to the consumerist: "the cost break downs [based on msn money's findings], as well as basic suggestions on how to minimize them, are as follows:
• housing cost through age 17: $53,100 to $126,180. you could ignore one of the basic assumptions used in calculating additional housing costs. you could decide not to move into a larger home.
• food cost through age 17: $29,250 to $44,790. set strict limits on the more discretionary forms of food spending [such as fast food].
• transportation cost through age 17: $22,710 to $45,570. avoid buying a new car. instead, look into a used car such as a relatively new model that's coming off of a one- or two-year lease.
• clothing cost through age 17: $10,860 to $18,540. take full advantage to skirt the outlandish expense of buying clothes for your little one(s). also, seek out some of the thousands of manufacturer outlets across the country where you can buy perfectly good clothes as low as half their original price.
• health care cost through age 17: $12,810 to $19,860. because much of this expense comes from health insurance premiums, it pays to shop around if you have the option of choosing your insurance carrier.
• child care and education cost through age 17: $20,670 to $77,130. if staying at home full time isn't feasible, look into forming a cooperative with other parents.
• miscellaneous cost through age 17: $10,470 to $34,590. general cost savings strategies."
indeed, in an effort to reduce child-care costs, some families are initiating sitter co-ops, according to a recent associated press story. each set of parents takes turns in a rotation as the baby sitter for participating families' kids, saving all involved the cost of having to hire an outsider. though these cooperatives sometimes form casually among a group of friends, there's been a push for more formalized set-ups, through online parent forums and on sites such as http://www.maxoutyourlife.net and http://www.seemyonlinelocaladlink.com
though finances usually don't heavily weigh in when deciding whether to take the plunge into parenthood, it helps to prepare for expenses ahead of time and find ways to reduce costs. for more money-saving advice, check out god said go travel and/or http://www.godsaidgotravel.com and http://www.onlinetaxdeductibletravel.com .
putting food on the table
when it comes to cutting food costs, the obvious resolution is to cook more often and eat out less. taking this a step further, stocking up on generic brands can save you up to up to 50 percent or more. and this applies to anything from grocery items to skin-care products and over-the-counter drugs. don't believe me? check out this clip from cbs' the early show:
a helpful tip: compare your trusted brand items alongside their generic counterparts and make sure the main active ingredients are the same for both.
brown-bagging lunch and bringing it to work can also go a long way in reducing daily food expenses. a recent blogger named "clever dude" ran an experiment with his wife in which they both made a diligent effort to bring lunch to work each day. their annual savings: $998. add kids and their lunch money into the equation, and that figure can reach upwards of $2,000. for an even closer look at just how much fat you might be able to trim from your lunch budget, check out this lunch-savings calculator.
but let's face it: we're not perfect. and all of us, from time to time, are bound to inherit a sudden desire to splurge on eating out. when you do, it's important that you know where to go -- and what to order. my colleague anthony catalano recently touched on the $5, $10 and $20 promotions that are currently saturating the fast-food and casual-dining market. check out some of the latest deals.
keeping a roof over head
according to the news reports. some families are resorting to last-minute negotiations with lenders to save them from foreclosure.
regardless of the magnitude of the problem, it's a wise financial move to consider refinancing as a way to lower the cost of your home. check out anthony catalano's blog post "should you refinance?" as well as this list of home refinancing do's and don'ts. when refinancing, consider a short-term mortgage, for example, but don't rule out government programs.
there also are a number of cost-saving tips that apply directly to your home, from finding ways to reduce utility bills to cashing in on green appliances.
unfairly, there isn't much families can do to influence the inflated expenses of living, even for the most basics like food and housing. but careful planning and strategizing can go a long way in stretching your dollars as far as possible and boosting your family's quality of life.
are you finding it harder than ever to maintain your standard of living amid rising costs? what are you doing to help make ends meet? share your stories.
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it's no secret that everything from raising kids to paying your mortgage can take a toll on your bank account and your quality of life. which is why it's important to know how much money you'll have to shell out for specific daily needs, and, more importantly, how to minimize these expenses.
raising kids
having children of your own is definitely priceless. but the actual event of raising a child comes with a price tag of about $221,000 on average, according to a recent msn money article. and that only accounts for taking care of junior up until age 17. after additional expenses like college tuition are factored in, that number can double.
the base figure varies depending on household income and actually can range from $160,000 for lower-income families to as much as $400,000 for high-income, city-dwelling families, says msn money. according to the consumerist: "the cost break downs [based on msn money's findings], as well as basic suggestions on how to minimize them, are as follows:
• housing cost through age 17: $53,100 to $126,180. you could ignore one of the basic assumptions used in calculating additional housing costs. you could decide not to move into a larger home.
• food cost through age 17: $29,250 to $44,790. set strict limits on the more discretionary forms of food spending [such as fast food].
• transportation cost through age 17: $22,710 to $45,570. avoid buying a new car. instead, look into a used car such as a relatively new model that's coming off of a one- or two-year lease.
• clothing cost through age 17: $10,860 to $18,540. take full advantage to skirt the outlandish expense of buying clothes for your little one(s). also, seek out some of the thousands of manufacturer outlets across the country where you can buy perfectly good clothes as low as half their original price.
• health care cost through age 17: $12,810 to $19,860. because much of this expense comes from health insurance premiums, it pays to shop around if you have the option of choosing your insurance carrier.
• child care and education cost through age 17: $20,670 to $77,130. if staying at home full time isn't feasible, look into forming a cooperative with other parents.
• miscellaneous cost through age 17: $10,470 to $34,590. general cost savings strategies."
indeed, in an effort to reduce child-care costs, some families are initiating sitter co-ops, according to a recent associated press story. each set of parents takes turns in a rotation as the baby sitter for participating families' kids, saving all involved the cost of having to hire an outsider. though these cooperatives sometimes form casually among a group of friends, there's been a push for more formalized set-ups, through online parent forums and on sites such as http://www.maxoutyourlife.net and http://www.seemyonlinelocaladlink.com
though finances usually don't heavily weigh in when deciding whether to take the plunge into parenthood, it helps to prepare for expenses ahead of time and find ways to reduce costs. for more money-saving advice, check out god said go travel and/or http://www.godsaidgotravel.com and http://www.onlinetaxdeductibletravel.com .
putting food on the table
when it comes to cutting food costs, the obvious resolution is to cook more often and eat out less. taking this a step further, stocking up on generic brands can save you up to up to 50 percent or more. and this applies to anything from grocery items to skin-care products and over-the-counter drugs. don't believe me? check out this clip from cbs' the early show:
a helpful tip: compare your trusted brand items alongside their generic counterparts and make sure the main active ingredients are the same for both.
brown-bagging lunch and bringing it to work can also go a long way in reducing daily food expenses. a recent blogger named "clever dude" ran an experiment with his wife in which they both made a diligent effort to bring lunch to work each day. their annual savings: $998. add kids and their lunch money into the equation, and that figure can reach upwards of $2,000. for an even closer look at just how much fat you might be able to trim from your lunch budget, check out this lunch-savings calculator.
but let's face it: we're not perfect. and all of us, from time to time, are bound to inherit a sudden desire to splurge on eating out. when you do, it's important that you know where to go -- and what to order. my colleague anthony catalano recently touched on the $5, $10 and $20 promotions that are currently saturating the fast-food and casual-dining market. check out some of the latest deals.
keeping a roof over head
according to the news reports. some families are resorting to last-minute negotiations with lenders to save them from foreclosure.
regardless of the magnitude of the problem, it's a wise financial move to consider refinancing as a way to lower the cost of your home. check out anthony catalano's blog post "should you refinance?" as well as this list of home refinancing do's and don'ts. when refinancing, consider a short-term mortgage, for example, but don't rule out government programs.
there also are a number of cost-saving tips that apply directly to your home, from finding ways to reduce utility bills to cashing in on green appliances.
unfairly, there isn't much families can do to influence the inflated expenses of living, even for the most basics like food and housing. but careful planning and strategizing can go a long way in stretching your dollars as far as possible and boosting your family's quality of life.
are you finding it harder than ever to maintain your standard of living amid rising costs? what are you doing to help make ends meet? share your stories.
For more information click here
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