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Our team is still buzzing from all the energy, creativity, and general great advice we collected at #createcultivateCHI. The photos are in, so are some fun videos, and we've rounded up a few of our (and your!) favorite takeaways from the conference below. Feel free to repost, share, create, and cultivate!
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I hope you all are having a wonderful start to the new year! Just a little bit of admin before we get started with this post, the winner for the Tressemé giveaway has been announced here, so be sure to check it out. And if you weren't the lucky winner this time around, do not fret as I have a few more giveaways lined up – so I'm holding thumbs for you! Now onto today's post..
Throughout the latter part of 2015, I noticed that there were some products that I just couldn't live without – and well still can't live without! And the best part is, all of them are below R200 each, which means it's perfect for those of you on a budget!
L.A Girl Nudes Palette
Okay, so this one needs no introduction. I'm sure all of you have either heard of it or own it, so you already know of the greatness within this palette.
I love that it contains both day and night friendly shades which means, it's the only eyeshadow palette you'll ever need if neutral/gold-toned/rosegold toned eyes are your thing.
For day, I usually use the shades towards the left of the palette which are mostly matte with the exception of a light shimmery gold-toned shadow. And for a night out, I build on the day shades using the rest of the palette.
For just R90, I think it is a must-have for every girl!
L.A Girl Lip Liner in Deepest Purple and Essence Lipstick in Cool Nude
Mixing the L.A Girl Lip Liner in Deepest Purple with the Essence Lipstick in Cool Nude is one of my favorite lip combos ever!
This Cool Nude shade will look good on any skin tone and is especially great for those of you with an Indian/Olive skin tone – I know just how hard it is to find a nude lipstick that looks good on us!
This lippie is creamy and moisturizing enough to use on its own however I love a lip with a little bit of colour so I apply the L.A Girl Liner in Deepest Purple all over my lips and then follow up with this Cool Nude lipstick from Essence to produce an almost mauve-ish shade which works really well!
The only thing that I've noticed with the L.A Girl liners is that firstly is doesn't have much staying power, it usually needs to be reapplied after an hour or two and it can really accentuate dry lips, therefore it's super important to moisturize the lips with a balm before applying!
Both of these retail for just under R40 each and I will say that, even though, the Cool Nude Lippie from Essence is a shade that needs to be in your makeup bag, the lip liner isn't the best. I use it solely for creating that specific lip colour combo and because I haven't found another purple liner in a shade that suits me.
Revlon Bold Lacquer Mascara
This definitely is one of the more affordable mascaras that I've come across and Dischem is always running promos on it too – sometimes you can get 2 for the price of one, which is definitely worth it.
I think a lot of people underestimate this mascara or believe that due to the above mentioned promos, it's basically a sucky product. But it actually isn't.
It doesn't clump, it doesn't flake or make my lashes hard, all it takes is 2 coats to add a lot of length and volume to my lashes and is easily removed with my cleansing balm.
It's basically everything a girl could ask for in a mascara! And for R160 (for most likely 2 of these beauts) it's so, so worth it!
Inglot Gel Eyeliner
This one for me is at Holy-Grail status for sure! There's not much that I can say for it besides that it's my secret to creating the perfect winged liner. It's as black as eyeliner could possibly be, doesn't rub off and lasts until you wash it off but the best part of it is that it is so easy to apply.
All you need is an angled brush and perhaps a makeup tutorial on YouTube, if you're unsure on how to apply it! And you will have the perfect liner every time, I swear!
The gel eyeliner retails for just R170 (well, it did when I bought it) and is the BEST liner I have ever used. Those of you who will rather choose the Rimmel/Catrice liners that cost R50-R80, don't. This liner is everything! And it will last you ages too -so long as you don't leave the lid open and let it dry out – so girls on budget, make the most of your cash and get this liner from Inglot. You won't regret it.
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Oh what do you know? Another subscription unboxing! This is my first time ordering from LitJoy Crate and boy am I glad that I did! Once again, I owe this all to Brie! She seriously gives the BEST bookish recommendations. It also helps that she is a rep for this company so I was also able to use her discount! Check out her Instagram bio for the code!
This month's theme (February) was "Fire & Ice" and everything in the box was perfectly curated to fit this theme. The box included a pamphlet that explained why each object was chosen. I felt that this was a very unique and personal touch to the box. It showed me that the creators of this box took the time and effort to really think about everything that they included. They weren't just throwing in filler products, but rather ensured that everything had a purpose! I was very impressed! For what was included, and the price point, I was not disappointed.
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The book that was included was The Edge of Everything by Jeff Giles. It included a letter for us readers, as well as a bookmark and signed book plate. And look at the text on the pages! So neat! On the bookmark, I immediately noticed that Peter Jackson (director of The Lord of the Rings) blurbed his approval. I'm a diehard LOTR fan … so having Jackson's approval definitely intrigues me.
Next was the Lily and James Potter art print from artist Jenna Paddey. I love this picture so much! It gives such a rustic and fall vibe!
One of my favourite candle shops, In the Wick of Time, created an exclusive candle named "The Lowlands". This scent was AMAZING! It was a perfect blend of warmth and spice. This 2 oz. tin is not enough for me! I need this in full size! (hint hint Kaylan…)
The Literary Apothecary Shop provided the next product – bath salts. I LOVE my baths … so I'm super excited to use these in my next soak. The nerdy cat watch is one of the reasons why I got this box. It is just so cute! How could I resist? A carabiner was also included – which hints at some of the plot of the featured book! Skittles were also included – but I have no self control when it comes to sugary treats so they didn't make it to the photo shoot …
Overall, I loved everything included in this box. It was put together so well! I felt a connection to each object and it motivated me to ensure that I read the book ASAP! Next month's theme is "Galactic Pirates" and will have FOUR exclusive products, including a 24 oz. StarWars tumbler! There is still one week left to subscribe, so check out LitJoy's website for order details!


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We invited the authors and publishers of our Catholic summer reading selections to send us short posts explaining why their titles were worthy of your time this summer. If you haven't already voted on your top three selections, go do that now.
Emmaus Road explains why Childless makes perfect reading this summer:
With today's ethical boundaries all but vacated in the life sciences and Obama's war on the Church, the progressive's culture of death movement has seeped into the mind of a nation—contraceptives, in-vitro fertilization, embryonic stem cell testing, abortifacients, even transhumanist experimentations. Childless throws back the veil on those explosive and very personal issues in the lives of its characters, and shows the consequences of doing nothing to stem its tide.
Are you're looking forward to lose yourself in an enthralling summer's novel? Something breathtaking and fast-moving? A character driven plot where characters grow and change, some for the better and others for the worse? A passionate tale of love, hope and salvation that brings a new texture to Catholic fiction? Best-selling author Brian Gail has much more on his mind than religious beliefs. Childless recounts a chain of events that shatter everything that we perceive as stable. This futuristic novel is enjoyably hilarious and deadly serious, vividly specific and strikingly universal. It's a tantalizing read of intrigue and personal growth, but the growth comes through pain. It isn't glamorous. Gail's characters are vetted and tested with bold obstacles masquerading as trouble-free solutions. Every choice, we learn, has its consequence. Several interlocking narratives propel readers from Manhattan boardrooms to European capitals to Middle East laboratories to Church chanceries and confessionals. This enthralling novel casts a web of dangerous relationships with murky pasts, lives about to splinter into a thousand fragments, brutal and unscrupulous rich and powerful global kingpins full of secrets, resentments, and divided loyalties, good families awash in evil, lonely widowers, elegant and ruthless businessmen, a Catholic priest who begins weak and ends strong. This is a rare book in its visceral portrayal of its characters. We don't empathize with them all, but we will slip into someone's skin and share their agony. A rare summer read that will keep you riveted till your bones ache!


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A 30-year-old man was told last Friday at Craigavon Magistrates Court that the way he behaved in front of his nine-year-old daughter would be ingrained in her mind for the rest of her natural life.
At a previous court Kieran Michael Little, Deacon Street, Belfast, admitted that between March 16 and March 17 this year he pursued a course of conduct which amounted to harassment of a female.
He also admitted causing annoyance, inconvenience or needless anxiety by improper use of a public communications system.
Little was further charged with making a threat to a female to damage or destroy a door belonging to her at Hillcrest, Lurgan.
The case was adjourned so that a pre-sentence report could be obtained.
The court heard that between 12.30am and 1.15am the injured party received 18 messages and three calls of an abusive nature from the defendant, her ex-partner.
She told him she was blocking and not to contact her but received another 11 messages and two missed calls.
At eight in the morning she sent another message not to contact her and received another nine messages.
On March 17 just after midnight when her nine-year-old daughter was sleeping there was a knock on the door and on seeing the defendant there she closed the door.
Little began shouting, banging and kicking the door and called the child's name through the letterbox to come and let him in.
Little also said: "I'll kick the s—t out of anyone in the house."
The injured party then phoned the police.
District Judge, Mrs Bernie Kelly, told Little this was 'appalling behaviour' where a child had to listen to this when he appeared in a drunken state in front of his daughter.
"It will be ingrained in her mind or the rest of her natural life," said the judge. "You tend to forget the woman you are fighting with is the same child's mother. How is she going to interpret the situation when you cause upset to her mother.
"You were calling her name out to get out of bed and let you in during the early hours of the morning."
For each of the offences Judge Kelly sentenced Little to four months in prison, suspended for two years.


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MILAN (AP) — Organizers for the upcoming Tirreno-Adriatico race have announced a star-studded field featuring Grand Tour winners Alberto Contador, Chris Froome, Vincenzo Nibali and Nairo Quintana.
It will be the first time that the four riders with 10 Grand Tour wins between them have competed together in a World Tour stage race.
The 50th edition of the race across central Italy runs March 11-17.
Contador is the defending Tirreno champion, Nibali won in 2012 and 2013, Froome was runner-up in 2012 and Quintana finished second last year.
The Tirreno starts with a team time trial, includes a serious mountain stage, and finishes with a 10-kilometer (6.2-mile) individual time trial.
Nibali, last year's Tour de France champion, races for Astana, which appears set to lose its license following a series of doping cases.


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This costume should come as no surprise to you! I've done many outfit posts, decor projects and DIYs inspired by The Lady In The Tutti Fruitti Hat so it was a no-brainer to create this easy DIY for you. If you'd like to learn more about Carmen Miranda, you can read my post here or the excerpt below from the book Bad Girls Throughout History.
Last week I gave you a hint about my costumes on Instagram and many of you guessed correctly but while you were right about Carmen Miranda, I wanted to mix things up by introducing my Josephine Baker costume first. After all, Baker was the original banana lady with her iconic banana skirt and pet cheetah named Chiquita.
Now back to Miranda because I know many of you have been looking forward to this fruit turban tutorial. When I decided to tackle this DIY, I wanted it to be simple so I could use it for the blog as well as attend an after work Halloween party at Pinterest. It's really quick to make and you'll only need a few supplies.
- Turban (picked mine up at my local beauty store)
- Faux fruit assortment (got mine for $5 at my 99 cent store in the kitchen section)
- Faux tropical leaves, flowers and butterflies
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I originally planned on gluing the fruits to a headband (ignore in pic above) but changed my mind and started off by placing the turban on my head and gluing the first few fruits right on top. I know you're thinking danger, hot glue but I kept the gun on the cool setting and applied the glue to the fruit first, then stuck that to the turban.
Once I had my foundation of fruit, I removed the turban from my head and added the remaining fruits, flowers and butterflies. I did spot checks throughout the process by trying on the turban to ensure it looked the way I wanted it to while staying balanced.
For the blog, I styled the turban with a vintage hibiscus print skirt, vintage crochet tie front top, red platforms and layered my jewelry. I wanted to evoke looks reminiscent of Carmen Miranda's performances in both "The Gang's All Here" and "Weekend in Havana."
On the day of the Pinterest party, it was chilly out so I stuck to jeans with a tropical top for work. To transform my look, I simply slipped on my DIY fruit turban and headed out. It was a quick and easy way to go from office wear to costume.
Don't want to DIY? Then check out my selection from the above gallery of handmade Carmen Miranda-inspired turbans. They're all from one of my favorite Etsy Shops called Olga Designs. I've shared many pieces I own from this shop with you before and even added her hibiscus flowers to my turban.
All the accessories are handmade by Olga (the shop owner) and ships from Florida. Craftsmanship is excellent and all the pieces are so so beautiful. If you find you're not into the turbans as much, you can also snag a tutti-frutti headband or even a few fruit clips to get that Carmen Miranda style.


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Waking up to a bright sunny morning was an absolute bliss today. The sun rays sneak peeked through the chic dressing the window, and eloped into the duvet as though teaming up for more warmth!
I jumped out of the bed and rolled up the chic for more might of the sun. Confirming it to be a momentary change, I looked up the weather report on my phone. It felt like a festive excitement- to note that temperature would range from 8 degrees to 16 degrees, with a clear bright sky!
My daughter's love for running around hens and geese, made me plan a visit to a farm in the suburbs of Munich. I'm personally a lover of places- full of people in chaotic order! But, even though, this farm was far from the madding crowd, the moment we entered- I kind of slipped into its countryside exuberance.
I walked all around, as the strong scent of the woods filled my nostrils. There was a kind of vibrancy in the quietude of this place that fondled my vivacity. The quacking of the ducks, the clucking of hen and the cackling of geese with the splashing sound of water- made by the playful flapping of their wings- were all playing like symphony to my ears!
The huddling of the sheep was so much like the team huddles- I witnessed, while at work, or while watching sports, or kids ganging up against their assumed opponents! And, as I kept treating myself by walking further down into the farm- the petite sun-bathing rabbit under the tree, the neighing horses, the smell of the haystacks, the smoky aroma of the food being cooked by the farm owners- it all manifested life's vitality in its own unique style.
It seemed like a pristine day, spent in all its grandiosity with nature!
While narrating this experience, I'm also so strongly and amusingly, reminded of those many similar mornings that I woke up to and spent anyhow- for years while I got it. You must be thinking, what's this woman up to- talking about bright sunny morning as though it's some exquisite phenomenon!
Actually, it does sound mundane- but only till we live for days without it! And then, we realize how fortunate we have been in waking up to a bright sunny morning- every single one of those days!
I marvel at nature's way of teaching! Makes me humble enough to welcome its kindness for as long as it's benign, and approach every single one of the coming days with full zeal for life- till its last sleepy hour!!!


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Anyone who sincerely believes that academia is a meritocracy must be either deluded or in denial.
This is the blunt conclusion of our recent research into how female academics feel about the system. Even now, in the age of high-profile equality initiatives such as the UK's Athena SWAN programme, unconscious bias remains rife and destructive patterns of thinking and behaviour are reproduced over and over again.
Last month's release of figures on UK university staff in 2015-16 by the Higher Education Statistics Agency reveals that just 24 per cent of UK professors are women. That is a deplorable statistic for a sector that purports to champion diversity and inclusion. And just last week, a study in Nature revealed evidence of gender bias in peer review.
Last year, pressure group WomenCount published a report on the problem. One of the headline quotes came from Sir Nicholas Montagu, chair of council at Queen Mary University of London. He said that there is "no magic" about achieving a good gender balance, "just dogged repetition of what a high priority it is and a determination to seek out strong women candidates". He is right. Yet sometimes it feels as though we really do expect the problem to disappear in a puff of smoke – or at least to fade inevitably away, so that we don't have to pay much attention to it.
We recently conducted interviews and focus groups with junior staff, senior researchers and key stakeholders at research-intensive universities in the UK and in Europe to examine what hampers women's career advancement. The same issues kept emerging. These include a lack of respect for women's expertise; the tendency to allocate the important strategic roles to men and the less valued, operational ones to women; the idea that women are well suited to "caring" and pastoral responsibilities, particularly those liable to involve mollifying upset students; and the conceit that family should be a top priority for women and that motherhood must – or even should – end any interest in career progression.
Perhaps the most consistent theme to emerge, though, revolves around "acceptable" norms, and the fact that women are viewed differently in situations where the behaviour of men is taken for granted. Self-aggrandisement, conversation, banter, dress, even drinking: these are areas where women frequently have to conform to a set of unwritten rules, and many struggle to find the sweet spot between breaking the glass ceiling and sending their reputations through the floor.
Consider the following attributes: networker; self-promoter; ruthless; strategic; stubborn; tenacious; political. Which of these would you associate with a successful academic? And which would you associate with a female academic?
According to our respondents, although essential to career progression, none of these characteristics is seen as desirable in women.
Take networking. We all know that many of the most useful connections made at conferences are forged informally. Here, as many of our respondents stressed, women are at a major disadvantage. One interviewee highlighted the preponderance of "cliques and everyday sexism", adding that "unless they're prepared to indulge in consuming large amounts of alcohol and ignore the odd sexist comment, women can feel excluded". One respondent even recalled a conference delegate admitting that he couldn't absorb her research because he was too busy concentrating on her cleavage.
Self-promotion is another case in point. While male academics who proclaim their own abilities might be seen as confident and impressive, women risk inviting anything from selective obliviousness to outright resentment. The mildest reactions echo that old cartoon depicting a boardroom meeting at which only one woman is present. "That's an excellent suggestion, Mrs Triggs," says the chairman. "Perhaps one of the men here would like to make it." At the other end of the scale is the brand of hostility recalled by one of our interviewees: "I get accused of being 'pushy' and 'bossy' – and even a 'bitch' when they think I can't hear."
Such stories might sound trivial, overblown or even paranoid in isolation, but, taken together, they constitute a disturbing snapshot of a sector still far removed from its much-trumpeted ideals. The bottom line is that female academics are required to demonstrate their competence again and again – and, even then, their worth is less likely to be recognised.
Are targets or even quotas the answer? Possibly. We would be foolish to ignore their record of helping to transform myriad modern workplaces. More training and development programmes could also assist, as would an upfront acknowledgement that meritocracy is a hugely complicated construct. But whatever initiatives are adopted, it is vital that they be led from the top and involve senior men.
Of course, it is right to say that we've come a long way, and that men aren't "the enemy". Yet the harsh truth is that we're still too inclined to reward people who fit traditional academic stereotypes and who are hopelessly conditioned to persist with the same old ways.
Magic might not be necessary, but there clearly remains a powerful spell to be broken.
Laurie Cohen is professor of work and organisation at the University of Nottingham and the author of Imagining Women's Careers. Jo Duberley is professor of organisation studies at the University of Birmingham.


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Kinfolk & West Elm/
One of my favorite things about my job is having the opportunity to partner with people whom I admire. When Amanda Jane Jones reached out to me in regards to teaching a class at West Elm for Kinfolk, I was elated. To my surprise & excitement, she had also contacted a dear friend of mine, Sara Gasbarra of Verdura. Sara taught the delicious task of making seasoned salt, and I showed guests how to make a little herb wreath with garden clippings or fresh herbs from the farmer's market. The adorable Alex Steele documented the evening for us all. Oh, and we can't forget that the most delicious treats were made with love from Floriole Bakery & Cafe. The absolute best part of this little class was meeting the most delightful part about this evening? The guests! I can't talk about the attendees enough! Our attendees are what made the night so special and fun. I loved meeting everyone and listening to their stories, their backgrounds, and I am thrilled to have kept in touch with so many of them! Did you miss the class? Well no worries, because we have another planned for February 27th, with plenty of details to come. Enjoy these photos, and can't wait to see you next time!


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A local small business looking to soar
As a fledgling business Fabula Tea had limited cash flow; was looking for access to new customers; and needed to get their accounting in order.
"Through Bay Bucks, we are able to connect with other conscious and progressive entrepreneurs. In addition, Chong Kee and his team went out of their way to really understand our business, our products, and our needs. As a result, our teas are able to reach discerning clients whom we would not have been able to meet by ourselves." -- Kenny Chew, Fabula Tea Founder
A business owner building community
House Kombucha's owners are steeped in local Bay Area activism. They founded the non-profit Bay Localize to spearhead local sustainability and social justice.
"House Kombucha is a proud member of Bay Bucks, and has greatly benefited from the high-value wholesale goods and service exchange that membership offers. We've used Bay Bucks to offer our team delicious lunches, and received excellent services like IT assistance and t-shirt printing!" -- Aaron, House Kombucha
An established business looking to grow
John Gillingham is a San Francisco CPA who focuses on small businesses and highly compensated employees, primarily in the tech space. During the holiday season, John looks for fine gifts for his best cash-paying clients.
"This is a fab way to use BB! Please do keep everything up."
-- John Gillingham, CPA
Social entrepreneurs doing business differently
Common Compost provides an affordable, efficient on-site food recycling solution for local restaurants. Their founder Kourtnii Brown sought the resources needed to develop a social solution that would generate local vermicompost to support community gardens while diverting food-scrap waste.
"Participating in the hackathon provided me the hands-on resources I needed. I am so grateful for this event and for all those individuals who contributed to the very beginning of something that continues to grow today." -- Kourtnii Brown, Founder, Common Compost


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Rating: ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆
Obtained from: Personal Kindle Library
Read: May 11, 2016
As pot boy at his mother's infamous London gin palace, Jack Lark is no stranger to trouble. Between dog fights and street scuffles, if he's not being set upon, he's starting a brawl himself. But when an unlikely ally draws him from the dark alleys of the East End into the bright lights of a masked ball, he gets a glimpse of another life. That life, once seen, is impossible to forget. Jack will do anything to outwit, outsmart and escape the cruelty in his own home. He is determined to get out, but what price will he be forced to pay for his freedom?
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Paul Fraser Collard's Jack Lark series has interested me for a while. My father gifted me a copy of book one last year, but in looking at the series as a whole, I decided it best to tackle the prequel novellas before the full length narrative which meant jumping in at Jack Lark: Rogue.
I inhaled this piece, but that fact has as much to do with its modest size as it does Collard's ill-mannered protagonist. Life in Whitechapel hasn't been easy for Jack Lark and the realities of daily life in the notorious district have gifted him the survival instincts of a country cat. He's rough around the edges, but I found his pragmatism and pride endearing.
I was also struck by the complex relationship he shares with his mother. It's obvious she cares about her son, but she is as much a product of Whitechapel as he is. She is used to hard living and despite her harsh treatment, I have to wonder if her decisions are motivated by selfish desire, selfless sacrifice, or a mixture of both.
Brief though it was, I enjoyed the time I spent with Jack Lark: Rogue and can't wait to see what the next novella, Jack Lark: Recruit, has in store.
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He closed his eyes and made up his mind. He knew what he had said. He might not have a brass farthing to his name, but he did have his word.
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Thursday, March 27, 2008
Commercial Open Source - It's Been Figured Out
The cost of hiring, marketing, distribution, and sales has gone to near-zero, and those savings are passed on to the customer. Traditional, bloated proprietary software can not compete with this model at all, where even their yearly maintenance cost is more than the cost of the commercial open source equivalent.
There have been three commercial open source successes to date: Red Hat, JBoss, and MySQL. By success I mean companies with a lot of customers, a lot of revenue, and a high liquidity event. There are a slew of commercial open source companies with significant traction that are following in their footsteps, including Alfresco, SugarCRM, and Mulesource. All of these companies are all remarkably similar in three critical ways:
- Direct Replacement for a Proprietary Equivalent
- Easy-to-Install Server
- GPL License
Direct Replacement for a Proprietary Equivalent
The successful commercial open source companies all offer direct replacements for existing proprietary software. UNIX operating systems, J2EE application servers, and databases are very quantifiable pieces of software with well known features and benchmarks. The open source up-and-comers that offer content management, CRM, and ESBs are almost as quantifiable and replace well-known, established proprietary software.
The downside to this requirement is that the successful commercial open source projects are frankly not that innovative technically. Startups can innovate on either technology or business model, and open source is clearly a business model innovation. While there are some edge features in Linux/JBoss/MySQL that are not available in Solaris/WebLogic/Oracle, overall these are not products that represent a technical revolution. Before you flame me on this one, contrast the difference between the software that is getting replaced by open source and their predecessors: Solaris/WebLogic/Oracle/etc. were huge technical leaps over VMS/PowerBuilder/Collanet/etc.
We really learned the lesson on this at ActiveGrid, where we put a ton of energy into innovating on top of the LAMP stack, but we were not a direct replacement for an existing product. It is a lot easier to sell JBoss or lightweight Java into a WebLogic shop where they can compare apples to apples, than selling a new way of doing things like the LAMP stack.
Easy-to-Install Server
Servers are traditionally very unwieldy pieces of software that require a lot of planning, expertise, and vendor systems engineers to get installed and working. Marten Mickos told me years ago that the key to MySQL's success was their 15 minute install policy - that users should be able to install the software and be up and running within 15 minutes. Taking what used to be complicated, cumbersome server software and making it a lot easier to install and administer is now a hallmark of successful commercial open source software.
There have been a few open source successes on the desktop like Eclipse and perhaps OpenOffice, but note that no one is making significant money on these, so they are not commercial open source successes. Firefox is bankrolled by Google as a hedge against Microsoft. Software that installs on the desktop is held to a very high standard vs. server software, where installers are usually a bit more sophisticated and forgiving.
GPL License
After the first set of commercial open source successes were all GPL licensed, the next set of companies all switched their licenses to GPL from licenses like MPL+Attribution. The GPL requires that changes to the application be shared, but creative attempts to force the user's work product to be shared have been abandoned, (like MySQL's GPL PHP driver that would force people to either buy the commercial version or share their PHP app). Enterprises are now comfortable with using GPL software and understand they will not have to share their work product, just changes to the open source software itself. Most enterprises are already running Linux, JBoss, or MySQL somewhere, so it is easy to get new software approved that is using the same license. If the license is different, the advocate in the organization who is trying to bring in the open source software has to go through legal review with their compliance office, etc., which is a pain, so they are likely to either shelve the solution for a while or just try using something else.
Getting software into an enterprise has evolved over time. In the 80's and early 90's, enterprises had to pay for every bit. In the late 90's and early 2000's, companies like NetDynamics where I worked gave tooling away for free and charged for servers. Now companies give servers away for free with the GPL license and charge for tooling.
At the beginning of a market, there is a lot of debate as to the right approach. When a market matures and there are successful products, it is hard to argue with their success. Clearly the path to commercial open source success is to target proprietary server software with known features and benchmarks, create a self-service and easy-to-install equivalent, and offer it under the GPL license with a commercially licensed option. There are now numerous companies following this recipe in every niche of enterprise server software.
What's Next?
Software-as-a-Service is a business model that is using open source server software to eclipse open source itself. Rather than deal with deploying and maintaining software at all, it is increasingly appealing to businesses to simply outsource a particular application to a vendor and access it through a web browser. Most of the innovation I am seeing nowadays is in this category, which is taking on both desktop and server software.
Sunday, March 02, 2008
Widgets: The Future of Online Ads
This post was also published in BusinessWeek as part of their special report "CEO Guide to Widgets".
Widgets: The Future of Online AdsLook to the evolution of television advertising to understand the necessity of widgets in today's online world
The sheer volume of Web sites has grown so overwhelming that an increasing number of consumers—not just those in their 20s—are adopting multipurpose tools to help them manage and personalize the vast amount of data thrown at them every day. The mainstream adoption of online social networks such as Facebook and MySpace and personalized home pages such as iGoogle and Netvibes reflects attempts by consumers to make the Web more manageable. This new mindset, not surprisingly, also holds for the way in which the audience is willing to engage with ads.
Advertisers, many of which have only just begun shoveling more of their marketing dollars into promotional banners and boxes on Web sites, had better heed this shift sooner than later. Some Web trends prove to be fads, of course. But when hordes of consumers start shifting from one technology to another, it's a good bet "old" marketing strategies will grow less effective. (Or so I say, which is why I started a new company called iWidgets last year to help advertisers develop campaigns that embrace the new mentality.)Learn from TV
If this shift in consumer behavior in response to information overload sounds familiar, it should. We've seen much the same with television. When there were only three major networks, people would walk up to the TV, choose a channel, and watch it for a while. When cable television emerged, people would flip through 50 to 75 channels to see what was on. But with the advent of digital cable and satellite TV, which made hundreds of channels available, many overwhelmed viewers started looking for ways to manage and filter the content. This created a market for digital video recorders, such as those from TiVo (TIVO), and on-demand programming. This in turn changed the game for marketing, as users were suddenly choosing which ads, if any, they'd watch.
This same phenomenon is now taking hold online. Instead of visiting more and more Web sites, users are shifting to the TiVos of the Internet. Consumers are using RSS aggregators to display news and blog postings from numerous sources in one place. They're using personal portals such as iGoogle and Netvibes to view customized collections of stock quotes, local weather updates, and relevant news headlines at a glance. They're using social networks including Facebook and MySpace to share pictures and "what's up" with friends, family, and even business associates.A Behavioral Shift
As with TV, this behavioral shift is having a significant impact on the online advertising industry, a multibillion-dollar business dominated by Google (GOOG). Until recently, the whole thesis of online marketing has been that ads need to be propagated across thousands of Web sites so that users see them, click on them, and visit advertisers' sites. But nowadays, there are several problems with this approach.
One is that users are not as willing to leave the site they're using to visit an advertiser's site. Although the economic downturn may be playing a role, it's worth noting that Google and Yahoo! (YHOO) both recently reported drop-offs in their click-through rates (BusinessWeek.com, 2/27/08). The two companies have come up with a myriad of explanations, but the reason is actually very simple: Web users are setting a higher bar for advertisers to lure them to another site.
In fact, many users are starting to ignore ads altogether, a phenomenon known as "banner-ad blindness." At the same time, with advertisers shifting more and more of their marketing dollars online, the cost of an "impression"—placing an ad on a site—keeps rising. The net result is that online advertisers are now paying more to get less.Beyond Online Billboards
So how should advertisers adjust to this new situation? First, let's look at what they're buying when they place an online ad. They are buying a piece of real estate on a Web page that's essentially no more than a link to another Web site. But that rectangle of space can also be exploited to function as a site within a site. Instead of just replicating a billboard on the side of the highway in a bid to get users to click and go somewhere else—something they hate to do—the ad should actually let them do something right then and there. Right in that little box, without switching sites, users should be able to browse products, customize orders, and eventually make a purchase. This concept of a little Web site embedded within another Web site is called a widget.
Widget ads are just the first step. Instead of simply trying to build brand awareness, marketers now have the ability to reach out to customers with useful features to enhance their personalized pages on social networks. An athletic gear company could offer an application that lets a group of running buddies track how their times and distances compare. An airline could offer a "come visit me" application that displays the latest fares for a trip between the hometowns of viewers and Web page owners. Even better, an airline might offer a widget that lets users track their frequent-flier miles and search for award trips right from their iGoogle pages. These types of applications can be useful, engaging, and viral—when you see one on your friend's profile, you are likely to install it as well.
Advertisers and consumers have played a game of cat and mouse for years. As we've learned from the ongoing upheaval in the entertainment industry, online advertisers have to adapt their approach to match consumer behavior, or risk irrelevance. They need to move beyond glorified billboards and deliver useful, engaging applications people will want to use and share.
Peter Yared is a serial entrepreneur and the founder and CEO of iWidgets, a San Francisco startup helping brands deliver next-generation Internet advertising.


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Can three authors collectively re-write history? If the authors are Brodi Ashton, Cynthia Hand, and Jodi Meadows, the answer is a resounding YES! My Lady Jane is a smart, clever, humorous MUST for your summer reading list. Find out why:
From the book flap:
The comical, fantastical, romantical, (not) entirely true story of Lady Jane Grey. In My Lady Jane, coauthors Cynthia Hand, Brodi Ashton, and Jodi Meadows have created a one-of-a-kind fantasy in the tradition of The Princess Bride, featuring a reluctant king, an even more reluctant queen, a noble steed, and only a passing resemblance to actual history—because sometimes history needs a little help.At sixteen, Lady Jane Grey is about to be married off to a stranger and caught up in a conspiracy to rob her cousin, King Edward, of his throne. But those trifling problems aren't for Jane to worry about. Jane gets to be Queen of England.
Like that could go wrong.
Overall: Let me start by saying for the record that My Lady Jane is (loosely) based on true events, but there are some elements to this story that are pure fiction. For instance, there were no humans who could turn into animals during the reign of King Edward VI. But there was a real Lady Jane Grey, who was known to be an extremely learned young lady who preferred books to parties. The real Lady Jane, also known as the Nine-Day Queen, unexpectedly went from cousin to young King Edward, to Queen, to DEAD, in quick succession. Not exactly the Sweet Sixteen a girl dreams of. It's no wonder Brodi Ashton, Cynthia Hand, and Jodi Meadows decided that Lady Jane's history deserved a revised third act.
The Lady Jane Grey of our story is faced with similar circumstances as the real Nine-Day Queen. She's married off at age 16, her cousin the King is dying and she finds herself very suddenly shoved onto the throne. But what happens next is completely up to Ashton, Hand and Meadows. The England they create has magic, a quick witted narrator and more than a little romance. I adored Lady Jane. There is hardly a scene in this book where Jane doesn't have a book in hand- she'a girl after my own heart! Jane is smart and isn't afraid to speak her mind which is just as important now as it was in the 16th century when most women's life goals were marriage and a male heir before age 18. Jane is still limited by the circumstances of her birth, but she uses her brains to work within these confines.
The authors (who call them Lady Janies) manage to blend humor, fantasy and romance into a historical novel and not have it feel like a history lesson. My Lady Jane is a fun romp that's the perfect cure for a stale summer reading list. After reading My Lady Jane guaranteed you'll want to learn more about the real Lady Jane AND the three real women who re-wrote her story.
Judge a Book by its Cover: The US cover pictures our Lady Jane in all her 16th century finery, slyly looking over her shoulder likes she knows something we don't. It's the handwritten asides around Jane's image that let us know that this isn't a history text. (And don't miss the Easter Egg on the spine!)
The UK cover features Lady Jane with a clever smirk on her face next to a man with a horse head, which is kinda perfect. Trust me, this all makes sense after you read the book.
Me Talk Pretty: The tale is old, but the language is fairly modern. This isn't like reading Old English (thank goodness). For you audio book fans, My Lady Jane will be available as an audio book June 7th, the same day the hardcover is released. It will be narrated by Katherine Kellgren, the reader of Pride and Prejudice and Zombies.
He Said/She Said: There is plenty of witty banter between the characters in My Lady Jane. But it's the narrator(s) quippy asides that really set the tone for this book. For instance:
"Yes, it's a tragedy, if you consider the disengagement of one's head from one's body tragic. (We are merely narrators, and would hate to make assumptions as to what the reader would find tragic.)"
"But from this point on, dear reader, we are going deep, deep. abyss-to-the-inner-crust-of-the-earth deep into the stuff the historians don't want you to know about, the stuff they will go to extreme lengths to hide. (Because can you imagine the cost and hassle of rewriting all of the history books?)"
"For everyone who knows there was enough room for Leonardo DiCaprio on that door. And for England. We're really sorry for that we're about to do to your history."
Don't Believe the Hype: A book with three authors which re-tells a historical tale could easily be more concept than substance. But not this book. My Lady Jane delivers! According to the Lady Janies website, there is already a movie in the works.
Bizarre Love Triangle: My Lady Jane is a comedy of errors. So while there are romantic mishaps, they are mostly of mistaken nature, not the Duel-to-the-death-for-the-honor-of-the-fair-maiden variety.
Open tab/Last call: Let's make it a four-some for pints of English ale if the Lady Janies will have me!
My Lady Jane will be out June 7, 2016 by HarperCollins, 490 pages. You can pre-order here.


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Whether you want to play as an aggressive tank or a nimble damage-dealer, you'll find your match in the Quake Champions character roster. If sly and stealthy is more your thing, you might find yourself gravitating toward Nyx, whose active ability lets her sidestep danger and plan a careful attack.
Nyx will be part of the upcoming Quake Champions Closed Beta, which you can sign up for right now. Keep an eye out in the coming weeks for more Champion profiles, as well as map features, starting with a look at Blood Covenant coming tomorrow.
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Facebook Topics to Watch is a new Facebook Insights feature that is designed to highlight 6 topics each month that have seen an overall increase in conversation on Facebook over the last year. In addition, the social media new feature will also show who is talking about a topic and what else they're talking about at the same time. I've got to say, that could get interesting from both a personal and business standpoint. Will it help us find the next big thing to talk about?
The Topics to Watch According to Facebook
Check out this closer look at the topics for March that Facebook released as examples. Facebook Topics to Watch will be a monthly report. The topics seem a little out there, but apparently that's the whole point. Facebook is seeking to diversify the topics being discussed on its platform by finding the trending topics and including them in Facebook Insights so we can all join the conversation.
The example report is concise and easy to read in an infographic type format. The topics are presented straightforwardly along with the following other Facebook analytics:
- Associated topics
- Conversation volume
- Who's driving the conversation
So far, the who's who is gender-based, but I expect that will soon be changing to something a little more insightful. This is definitely a Facebook new feature that I plan to keep an eye on.
Will Facebook Topics to Watch Keep Us Ahead of Big Trends?
It remains to be seen since Facebook Topics to Watch is so new, but it very well could give us an insight into which topics will become trends next. That is huge for marketers because it allows us to take advantage of the buzz as it is building and arriving, not when it's half way gone. Think how powerful it would be if you could discuss all of the trending topics just as they were gaining momentum in the marketplace.
Still, it remains to be seen how useful the report will be since the first set of topics are a things like Buddha's Hand, Cortado, and Kalamkari. These are all new terms for me. Who knew Buddha's Hand was an exotic fruit? However, for niche marketers, it could prove to bery lucrative from time to time. Kalamkari? Why they are hand painted or block printed textiles of course, and just in case you were wondering, a Cortado is an espresso drink of some sort. Whatever the case, Facebook is saying the report is 80% accurate so far.
How to Access Facebook Topics to Watch
For now, the infographic turned report turned latest hot social media new feature is a part of Facebook IQ. You should be able to readily access the trending topics and more from http://insights.fb.com/. If you haven't already, you may want to consider signing up with your email to receive regular updates from Facebook IQ. You can never go wrong in your business by knowing the latest Facebook news. You may even find some other Facebook Insights you'd like to stay on top of.
Wrap Up
I think this latest trending topics offering from Facebook is quite interesting. Even though with this first example, most of the topics seem a big useless and off the wall, I expect to see some really hot topics coming down the line. Surely if Kalamkari can be a trending topic, so can a few aspects of Internet marketing! That's what I'm looking for with this Facebook new feature.
How would you be able to use something like this in your business? What topics would you like to see come out of the woodwork? Did you find other features in Facebook Insights or Facebook IQ that are useful? I'd love to hear from you in the comments!


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To be competitive in this challenging business, sales and marketing environment, professionals need a platform to constantly identify and engage with hundreds of potential brand partners and need to keep themselves updated on how they can keep their Brand alive and growing through strategic partnerships. It is a not-to-miss event for every brand marketer.
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The forum has a great presence of different companies, we can look about opportunities.
– Sanjay Singal, Head marketing foods, Dabur
It's a great platform with great opportunities. The way markets are changing, this platform gives a lot of brands, including ours, the opportunity to talk to a lot of other brands in one single day.
– Jayesh Shetty, GM Strategic alliances, Thomas Cook
The age of partnership was always there, it's a great initiative by Ethos Embassy and a great platform for each one of us to come and share our unique insights that can be beneficial for the brand partners.
–Ajay Kulkarni, DGM Marketing, Times Now
In this day and age where internet connects people faster than ever, I think the one thing that is absolutely missing is the whole human element. I don't think the internet can ever replace such such an event where people can connect meaningfully.
– Vijay Thomas, Customer Experience Manager, Harley Davidson
This forum is a big space to explore brand opportunities from various industries.
– Amit Jakhar, Lead – Alliances and Partnerships, Times Internet
The genre of brands, panelists and the discussions are consumer driven and we at wave group have always wanted to connect with more diverse consumers through alliances. This meet gives us an opportunity to come closer with more brands and explore opportunity of reaching consumers together.
– Ram Jalan, VP Marketing, Wave Group
This is one event we have seen so far which has really helped us to get in touch with many good brands. The forum will help us in the long run.
– Gaurav Sharma, DGM Alliances & Sonia Dhawan, DGM PR, Paytm
This platform has a great mix of brands from across categories. The 10 minute presentation went a long way because we were able to speak to so many brands at one time.
– Dharmesh Datta, Vice President, PVR Pictures Ltd.
This is one of a kind meeting happening in a much more structured format. The event provides a good opportunity to meet with a lot of like-minded partners.
– Bikash Thakur, Alliance Marketing, Madura group
This kind of forum is happening for the first time in India, it's a good initiative by Ethos. A very good experience across different brands – what is happening around the world of partnership marketing and how digital is playing the key role around valuable brand partnerships.
– Arun Harne, General Manager – Sales & Marketing, Adani Wilmar
Market is evolving and there are new players coming up in the market, there is a dearth of events in the marketing space. I saw lot more new things which are of utmost importance.
– Aseem Verma, Senior Manager – Marketing Alliances, MakemyTrip
This forum is where we can create a win-win proposition, not only the brands commit support to the cause. The SMILE legacy can be taken forward with these brands.
– Swatantra Gupta, GM-Corporate Partnerships and Alliances, Smile foundation
It's a platform where I find lot of people meeting, interacting, sharing their knowledge, expertise and what they are looking from each other at a single platform.
– Dheeraj Gupta, Business Head alliances and partnership, Jabong
It's a good platform, where people understand about different sectors, their businesses and how exactly marketing works in different business sectors.
– Abhishek Kadam, Manager Marketing, Crossword Bookstores Ltd.
The gathering in the room were all decision makers have gathered is very beneficial in every business sense.
– Sameer Sikka, Yahoo
Keen and enthusiastic about the purpose this event will solve. Indian brands are moving out of their own self made cocoon and strategic partnership in terms of brand partnerships are very important.
– Sumit Ghosh, CMO, Hero reality
Brand Partnership is the concept that all brands are looking for. Partnership is one of the beautiful way in which you can actually reach out to consumers in a very different way with a new narrative and with freshness. I am impressed by the lineup of brands in this forum.
– Prasun Kumar, Sr. Vice President – Marketing, Reliance
It's a very good platform that Ethos has created and it's an amazing platform to interact and form brand alliances.
– Vishwalok Nath, Head Marketing & Syndications, India Today
A full day of power engagement between ideas, brands and companies with experts whose inputs were the icing on the cake. A fantastic event and a must attend if you are looking to forge real and innovative partnerships. Slick organization, optimal content, wonderful people.'
Very well organized event where you see the brands given an opportunity to speak to everyone. It's a win-win situation for everyone.
– SAK Rajesh, National Business Development, AVON
One thing that I see in this forum that I haven't seen in a lot, is the presence of decision makers and I think this makes the difference. This event gives an opportunity to be able to build the bridge with the right person and take the relation forward.
– Viraj Singh, Chief Marketing Officer, Kidzania
it's been a wonderful day for Not-for-profit like us. What really was the standout thing was that there were lot of synergies that came out for not only for development sector but also how brands can take CSR forward into cause based marketing.
– Vikas Dhir, Manager – Brand & Communications, Oxfam India
This forum will add value in the forthcoming future and it is something that is going to have tangible results in a short period of time.
– Shefali Tandon, Senior Manager – Communications, CRY – Child Rights and You
In the very first initiative there are many key brands and key people from each brand. Meets like this where all have come together with one intent of connecting with others and looking for an opportunity is brilliant.
– Manav Dhanda, Group CEO, Adhikari Brothers
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Thoughts, musings, ideas and occasionally short rants on the past, present and future of electronics entertainment
Sunday, February 6, 2011
A Wish List for...
Hands down one of best games on the PS3, Demon's Souls holds a reputation for brutally difficult (but deep and rewarding) gameplay. It probably comes as no surprise that I'm really looking forward to playing Dark Souls, the spiritual successor. That said there are a few things in particular that I'm hoping they revamp in the interests of producing an even better game than the original. So, without further ado here is my Dark Souls wish list:
1.)Relevant Armor
As realistic and practical looking as armor is in Demon's Souls it becomes fairly irrelevant at higher levels. The defense provided is hardly worth the stamina penalties needed to make it work. Let's hope that From Software adds an upgrade tree similar to weapons and shields in order to keep armor from being relegated to a mostly cosmetic role.
2.)"Random-less" Drops
No, I'm not talking about falling of ledges that (despite the frustration) is an integral part of the game, rather I'm talking about grinding. I can't tell you how many times I've had to go into some dank, god-awful place trying to find a chunk of "something-or-other" stone only to come out exhausted and empty handed. Either make the items need for upgrades set in fixed locations or have them always dropped by particular monsters in a given location.
3.)Long Range Lock-on
This is a personal issue that I have involving enemies making ranged attacks at me when I can't even target them. Granted it could get equally annoying accidentally targeting an enemy oblivious to you halfway across the level rather than the one that's right in front of you, but I feel like some tightening of the controls for this particular mechanism would be greatly beneficial.
4.)Smoother Inventory Management
Fumbling with healing and mana regeneration items in the midst of a battle is not fun. Nor is trying to get the right catalyst and spell selected in a situation where timing is critical. Maybe a wheel selector like that used in Mass Effect or Red Dead Redemption would be the most elegant solution, but regardless the system used in Demon's Souls left something to be desired.
Bear with me on this one for a minute. It might sound silly at first (after all who actually enjoyed the water temple from Legend of Zelda?) but let me throw an example or two out there. You come to a wide river, but can't swim across it unless your item burden is below a certain amount. What do you do? You can leave some gear behind, but then you'll be more vulnerable should you have to fight something on the other side. Alternatively there might be a ford somewhere, but it's probably heavily guarded. Maybe there's a bridge you could lower later making the river less of an obstacle in the future. What if there's a monster in the river, can you lure it into the shallows and slay? If done right swimming could make for an exciting new addition to the game.
Well that's my list. I should note that some of my wishes have already been met such as seamless transitions between areas, more animations for attacks, and of course more areas to explore, spells to learn and equipment to choose from (not to mention monsters to fight). I'm sure there are some improvements being made that I haven't even thought of (particularly to online play I'd wager). Well…until the game is released keep those fires burning otherwise only the dark will remain.
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Eyes are among the few body organs located on the exterior. The eyes are usually bare too many agents from the pollutants in the surrounding, soil particles, smoke and the regular street subjected to them by the use of modern technology. It is good that we emphasize the various ways that can keep our eyes healthy and function. Here are some care eye tips to protect and maintain the health of your precious eyesight.
Make sure that you eat good food. Research says that for you to improve your vision, it is vital that you feed your eyes the proper nutrition for maintaining healthy eyes. Some of these nutritional recommendations include incorporating into your diet nutrients such as vitamins A, C and E zinc copper and so on. Some sources of this food include broccoli which is rich in vitamin a and supplies our eyes with protection from sun damage caused by UV rays. Salmon is another essential eye food as it provides omega three fatty acids which help to improve eyesight. Sweet potatoes and carrots supply the eyes with beta-carotene which helps to avoid age-related eye diseases.
Make sure that your weight is average. scientists have shown a connection between excessive weight and eye diseases like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and cataracts. You can maintain the right weight by reducing the consumption of fat and cholesterol. You can also achieve this by significantly cutting back on your consumption of sugary foods. You can also avoid processed foods, increase consumption of healthy foods, and ensure that you get an adequate amount of exercise.
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Decrease your daily consumption of caffeine. High caffeine concentration in drinks can lead to an increase in pressure of the eye. An excessive consumption of caffeine can cause damage to the blood vessels of the eyes.
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Perky-Pet® Squirrel-Be-Gone II® Wild Bird Feeder - Specifications
Product Features:
- Weight sensitive bar prevents squirrels from feeding
- Brushed nickel finish
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- 1 Bird feeder
- 12 lb seed capacity
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Your satisfaction with our bird feeders and service is our top priority!
If you are anything less than completely satisfied with your bird feeder or bird accessory, you may return it within 30 days of receipt for a product replacement or money refund of your full merchandise cost. It's part of our worry-free shopping policy!
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Review RateBuy this one first!
A great feeder that keeps the "varmints" out! The ability to change the sensitivity of the food bar is great. I finally put it on the most sensitivity, and the black birds are too heavy to get the food! I have spent a lot of money trying to find the "just right" feeder and finally have! Let this be your FIRST one to buy!
Review RateBought another one to replace the one 12 years old,
I got this feeder as a present 12 years ago. The squirrels finally broke the front window trying to get seed out. If they would have sold window replacements then i would have reordered a set. This feeder isn't totally squirrel proof but it sure slows them down. I liked it so much I went and bought another one today to replace it.
Review RateMy squirrels open the lide and feast!
I have pictures of a squirrel sitting IN the feeder. I had to put a copper pipe over the wire and take it down to get the pipe off to fill it. They can open it! Now I just put hot pepper sauce on the seed. The birds don't care... the squirrels hate it.Response From Perky-Pet®Jennifer : Consumer Relations Representative
Thank you for providing this feedback! We apologize for this experience. Feeder placement is very important when forcing the squirrels to interact with the weight activated perch. We recommend hanging the feeder at least 12 feet away from any squirrel launching point and four feet off the ground.
Please feel free to contact our Consumer Relations Team at 1-855-PERKYPET (1-855-737-5973) with any questions or for additional assistance. We are happy to help!
Review RateHorrible feeder
This feeder is horrible. There is no way for the water to drain and the seed does not filter down as it is consumed, so not only does the tray get empty, it gets wet and stays that way. Birds do not like it and neither do we.Response From Perky-Pet®Jennifer : Consumer Relations Representative
Hello Bernie,
Thank you for providing this feedback! We are very sorry for this unusual experience and would like to learn more about what is occurring. For further assistance, please feel free to contact us directly. Our Consumer Relations Team can be reached at 1-855-PERKYPET (1-855-737-5973). We want you to be satisfied with your purchase and are happy to help!
Review RateScared to buy it
The cable for hanging feeder doesn't look strong enough and the reviews don't give me any confidence in this feeder.Response From Perky-Pet®Jennifer : Consumer Relations Representative
Hello Dennis,
This feeder can hold up to 12 pounds of bird seed. The hanging cord is designed specifically for this feeder and will provide the support needed.
If for whatever reason you are dissatisfied with your purchase, the feeder is covered by a 30 day return policy and a one year warranty with a copy of the purchase receipt. However, we think you will thoroughly enjoy this feeder.
Please feel free to contact our Consumer Relations Team at 1-855-PERKYPET (1-855-737-5973) with any questions or for additional assistance. We are happy to help!
Review RateNeeds improvements
Has design flaws. The top on the one I purchased isn't strong enough to keep those pesky squirrels from accessing. They can also hang from the cable and still get at the seed. The cable broke after a few months. I would strongly suggest that it be pole mounted (with a baffle to help with furry marauders!) because if filled, it will likely not hang for very long. The squirrels around here are not deterred by safflower or hot peppered anything. Bummer!Response From Perky-Pet®Jennifer : Consumer Relations Representative
We apologize for this experience and appreciate the time taken to provide this feedback. The information has been shared with our Product Managers.
This feeder is covered by a one year warranty with a copy of the purchase receipt. Please feel free to contact our Consumer Relations Team at 1-855-PERKYPET (1-855-737-5973) for further assistance.
Review RateModel 351
The squirrel a have figured out how to hang from the wire down over the side and eat the seed.Response From Perky-Pet®Patty : Consumer Relations Representative
Thank you for sharing this feedback. We are sorry to hear that the squirrel has figured out a way around the deterrent features on this feeder. Adding cayenne pepper to the mix or using safflower seed can help to repel squirrels.
Our feeders are covered by a 30-day satisfaction guarantee and a one-year replacement warranty. Please contact our Consumer Relations Team at 1-855-PERKYPET (1-855-737-5973) for additional assistance.
Review RateFeeder needs more thoughtful design and testing.
This feeder has so much potential. BUT: 1. It's heavy! I have to use 2 shepard's crooks side by side to support it with a full load of seed. 2. The front (behind the lever mechanism) is bowed. This allows our furry friends to dig into the seed behind the trough when the cover is down. 3. The seed does not flow to the trough easily. I have to give the feeder a shake to fill the trough every day or 2. As the seed dwindles, the birds use other sources.
Review Rateflawed feeder
terrible feeder, the seed tray is not sheltered and when it rains the seeds harden and have to be dug out with your finger and I also find a tray full of empty hulls that have to be emptied out. Not sure why this happens, but it's definitely a feeder with design flawsResponse From Perky-Pet®Patty : Consumer Relations Representative
Hello Carol,
We appreciate the feedback and regret that the desired results were not seen.
Using a hulled or shelled seed can reduce the amount of mess that birds will leave behind from some seeds. If the weather will cause the seed to become saturated, we recommend temporarily removing a feeder or moving it to a more sheltered location.
Perky-Pet® offers a wide variety of feeder to meet the needs of our customers and the birds. Please contact our Consumer Relations Team at 1-855-PERKYPET (1-855-737-5973) for additional assistance. Our feeders are covered by a 30 day satisfaction guarantee and a one year warranty.
Review RateBirdfeeder
Let me put it to you this way....kept the squirrells off it. But was no match for 3 black bears last Monday morning....lol
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All About Wild Birds
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Wild Bird Feeders - Expert Tips
Hanging Your Feeder
- Ideally a sheltered southeastern exposure location is best for hanging bird feeders since birds like to feed in the sun and out of the wind. Birds also prefer not to have any obstructions over their feeding area so they can see any predators. more»
- Bird Baths - A clean and reliable water source is an excellent way to attract birds to your yard, especially those birds that do not necessarily eat seed or nectar. All birds will seek out a water supply, not only for drinking but also for keep themselves clean and healthy.
- Bird Houses - These are a good way to attract those species of birds that nest in holes. These structures should be made of an untreated wood (pine, cedar, etc.) and should have ventilation and drainage holes. It should be durable, and easy to check and clean.more»
Feeder Care
- Keeping your feeder clean and full of fresh bird seed is very important to the health of visiting birds. It is recommended that you clean your wild bird feeder every two weeks. more»
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Protecting Birds FAQs
Q: What can I do about the cat that keeps visiting my feeder?
A: If it is your neighbor's precious Fluffy, you may want to suggest that they tie a bell around the cat's neck to alert the birds when the cat is near. more»
Q: How do I discourage squirrels and raccoons?
A: Here are a few simple and effective suggestions for keeping the squirrels and raccoons off your feeder. more»
Bird Seed FAQs
Q: What are the most popular bird seeds to use?
A: Black Oil Sunflower Seed is the most popular bird seed. It is much smaller than the traditional sunflower seed. It is best for those birds with smaller bills, such as the sparrow, junco and goldfinch. more»
Q: How do I prevent seeds from sprouting under my feeder?
A: You will need to sterilize your seed to prevent it from germinating. This will not alter the attractiveness or the nutritional value of the seed in any way more»
Cleaning FAQs
Q: Birds at my feeder look sick, what should I do?
A: The best thing to do is to stop feeding the birds temporarily. Remove the feeders and throw out all of the seed. Thoroughly wash your feeders as suggested in Tips for a clean feeding station. more»
Q: How do I clean my bird feeders?
A: Before filling your feeder with fresh seed, it is recommended that the following precautions are taken:
- Remove all old seed.
- Soak feeder in water.
- Scrub feeder and allow to air dry. more»
Feeder Types FAQs
Q: I own the Window Feeder. Lately it won't stick to the window. What can I do?
A: The first suggestion is to slightly moisten the cups. If you have already tried moistening the suction cups, we have a few other tips. more»
Q: Will I find only finches at my finch feeder?
A: No. Pine Siskins, Redpolls, Mourning Doves, Juncos, Towhees, and Cowbirds are all attracted to thistle seed.


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