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Rainforest Aviary
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Polarity Switchable Photovoltages in Miscut La0.67Ca0.33MnO3 Films
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International Journal of PhotoenergyVolume 2012 2012, Article ID 547591, 5 pages
Research Article
State Key Laboratory of Heavy Oil Processing, China University of Petroleum, Beijing 102249, China
College of Science, China University of Petroleum, Beijing 102249, China
Department of Physics, Chinese University of Hong Kong, Hong Kong
International Center for Materials Physics, Chinese Academy of Sciences, Shenyang 110016, China
Received 26 May 2011; Accepted 19 October 2011
Academic Editor: Vincenzo Augugliaro
Copyright © 2012 J. Wang et al. This is an open access article distributed under the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original work is properly cited.
We report the transient laser-induced anomalous photovoltaic effect in the La0.67Ca0.33MnO3 film grown on miscut LaSrAlO4 001 substrate under 248 nm pulsed laser irradiation at ambient temperature without any applied bias. A photovoltaic pulse signal was observed when the La0.67Ca0.33MnO3 film was irradiated directly, and the signal polarity was reversed when the sample was irradiated through the LaSrAlO4 substrate, while the signal recorded between the two electrodes on the surface of LaSrAlO4 was not reversed when the sample was irradiated through La0.67Ca0.33MnO3 film rather than at the surface of LaSrAlO4. The switchable signal polarity provides a potential application of miscut manganite films as optical components. A possible mechanism is introduced to explain the experiment results.
Autor: J. Wang, H. Ni, K. Zhao, Y.-C. Kong, H. K. Wong, and S. X. Zhong
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Position statement
Energy and sports drinks in children and adolescents
Posted: Oct 6 2017
The Canadian Paediatric Society gives permission to print single copies of this document from our website. For permission to reprint or reproduce multiple copies, please see our copyright policy.
Principal author(s)
Catherine M Pound, Becky Blair; Canadian Paediatric Society, Nutrition and Gastroenterology Committee
Paediatr Child Health, 2017;22(7):406–410
Sports drinks and caffeinated energy drinks (CEDs) are commonly consumed by youth. Both sports drinks and CEDs pose potential risks for the health of children and adolescents and may contribute to obesity. Sports drinks are generally unnecessary for children engaged in routine or play-based physical activity. CEDs may affect children and adolescents more than adults because they weigh less and thus experience greater exposure to stimulant ingredients per kilogram of body weight. Paediatricians need to recognize and educate patients and families on the differences between sport drinks and CEDs. Screening for the consumption of CEDs, especially when mixed with alcohol, should be done routinely. The combination of CEDs and alcohol may be a marker for higher risk of substance use or abuse and for other health-compromising behaviours.
Keywords: Alcohol; Caffeine; CEDs; Energy drinks; Sports drinks
Sports drinks and caffeinated energy drinks (CEDs) are commonly encountered in the Canadian marketplace. Sports drinks and CEDs are different beverages. Sports drinks are marketed as beverages that: replenish electrolytes lost during exercise, supply carbohydrates, prevent dehydration and sustain endurance capacity [1]–[3]. In 2009, the sports drinks market in Canada was valued at $423 million [4], and sports drinks accounted for 1.2% of all nonalcoholic beverages sold in Canada [5]. CEDs, in contrast, are advertised to increase energy and/or alertness. They contain caffeine and other stimulant substances that sports drinks typically do not contain. With caffeine as their primary 'energy' component, CEDs entered the American market as a separate beverage category in 1997, with the introduction of Red Bull [6]. Data from the USA show that energy drink consumption and sales have increased rapidly over the decade since, with over US$3.2 billion in sales in 2006, a greater than 500 per cent inflation- adjusted increase since 2001 [7].
Because these commercial beverages are increasingly ubiquitous, paediatricians may encounter questions from parents about possible benefits and harms related to their consumption. This position statement provides guidance on sports drink consumption for the average child or youth in the general population, who are engaged in daily, play-based physical activity. For children engaged in competitive endurance sports or in repeated bouts of prolonged, vigorous physical activities, or who exercise in situations of extreme heat, refer to the Canadian Paediatric Society's 2013 practice point: Sport nutrition for young athletes at: www.cps.ca/documents/position/sport-nutrition-for-young-athletes.
Sports drinks are flavoured beverages that typically contain a mixture of sugars and electrolytes, such as sodium, potassium and magnesium [3]. They may also contain added vitamins, typically vitamin C or B vitamins [1]. Sports drinks typically contain carbohydrates from sugar sources such as glucose-fructose (high-fructose corn syrup), sucrose or maltodextrin. Carbohydrate content in the range of 5 g to 14 g per 240 mL/8 oz serving is reported [8]. Sports drinks may also contain low-calorie sweeteners, citric acid and natural and artificial fruit flavours [9].
Sports drinks with more than 8% carbohydrate content (8 g per 100 mL) may slow gastric emptying and intestinal absorption during exercise compared with beverages having lower concentrations of carbohydrate. There appears to be no difference in rates of gastric emptying or fluid absorption between water and sports drinks when carbohydrate concentration falls between 4% and 8% (4 g to 8 g per 100 mL) [10]–[12]. Sports drinks are designed to replace fluids and electrolytes lost in sweat and to rapidly deliver both carbohydrates and fluid to the body [4].
Although sports drinks are marketed to optimize athletic performance, studies investigating positive benefits for children are sparse. Most research has been conducted using adult athletes. Sweat rates during exercise are variable within and among children [13], making it difficult to establish the specific exercise duration after which sports drinks are warranted. When sports drinks are used judiciously in children who are exercising vigorously for prolonged periods of time, dehydration rates rarely exceed 1% [13]. Therefore, while sports drinks may have a specific role in supporting adequate hydration in young athletes during prolonged and vigorous activities [14], their use is generally unnecessary for the average child engaged in routine or daily play-based physical activity. For the average child, water should be the first choice for hydration before, during and after routine physical activity [1].
Sports drinks typically contain simple sugars and are often included in studies examining the overall impact of sugar-sweetened beverages on health outcomes. There is a small positive association between sugar-sweetened beverage consumption and obesity, with one systematic review reporting a 0.06 increase in BMI units per serving consumed [15]. Because of their carbohydrate content, sports drinks may contribute to the risk of dental caries [16]. In general, adequate carbohydrates to support routine physical activity in children can be obtained by following Health Canada recommendations in Eating Well with Canada's Food Guide (www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fn-an/food-guide-aliment/index-eng.php). Children and adolescents should be reminded to drink water routinely as the beverage of first choice, always providing that daily dietary caloric and nutrient needs are being met [1].
WHAT ARE CEDs?
CEDs claim to boost energy, decrease fatigue and enhance concentration [1]. CEDs sold in Canada contain caffeine [9] from either pure or synthetic caffeine or herbal ingredients, such as guarana or yerba mate. CEDs may be sweetened with various types of sugar, such as glucose–fructose and/or sucrose [17][18]. They may also be artificially sweetened. Sugar is widely used in CEDs because it is considered a source of rapid 'energy'. Also, the sweet taste of sugar is thought to encourage consumption [19]. The quantity of sugar in CEDs ranges between 1 g and 43 g per 237 mL/8oz serving [8] (up to 10 teaspoons), typically much more than in the average sports drink, and comparable to sugar quantities in soft drinks. Other common ingredients in CEDs include taurine, gingko biloba, ginseng, tryptophan, tyrosine, B vitamins, L-carnitine and alanine [1][2].
The consumption of CEDs by adolescents is common, with more than one-half (61% to 66%) of high school students surveyed in 2008 in one Quebec study reporting usage [20]. In New Brunswick, 57% of all students surveyed reported consuming at least one energy drink in the past 12 months. Also, 15% of male adolescent students and 8% of female students reported consuming CEDs at least once per month [21]. In an Ontario sample, one-half of adolescents reported consuming at least one energy drink in the past 12 months, 19% indicated consumption in the past seven days and 1.5% of the sample reported consuming one or more CEDs per day [22]. Another study that recruited students in Ontario found 18% of respondents consumed one energy drink in a typical week [23]. According to a recent Canadian Paediatric Surveillance Program survey, the three reasons cited most frequently for consuming CEDs were to: increase alertness, conform to peer pressure and improve sports performance [24].
In Canada, CEDs available in ≥125 mL volumes are regulated as a 'food' and therefore must follow the requirements of Health Canada's CED guidance. The maximum amount of caffeine allowed in CEDs is 180 mg/per single serve container or serving, or a concentration of 400 mg/L (see Table 1 for the caffeine content of commonly consumed products to put this amount into perspective). For complete regulatory information, consult: www.hc-sc.gc.ca/fn-an/legislation/guide-ld/guidance-caf-drink-boiss-tma-amt-eng.php. Energy 'shots', defined as single-dose containers, are regulated under the Natural Health Product legislation, which requires that they have a Natural Health Product number (NPN). For information about safety and efficacy of natural health products, consult: www.hc-sc.gc.ca/dhp mps/prodnatur/legislation/docs/modern-eng.php.
|Table 1.
|Caffeine content of various commonly consumed products
|Serving Size
|Caffeine content in mg (approximate value)
|Energy drinks
|Instant coffee
|Roasted and ground brewed coffee
|Black tea
|Green tea
|Regular cola beverage
|Chocolate milk
|Hot chocolate
Data taken from ref. [42]. *Based on the maximum regulatory limit of 400 mg/L of caffeine added to CEDs in Canada
Health Canada also requires that energy drink containers carry cautionary statements specifying a maximum daily consumption limit for containers or servings [25]. Other cautions are required, including: "Do not mix with alcohol" and "Not recommended for children, pregnant or breastfeeding women and individuals sensitive to caffeine". The total amount of caffeine from all sources (synthetic and natural) must be stated on the product label [25]. Based on available evidence, Health Canada states there are no immediate safety concerns related to the consumption of CEDs, but they also acknowledge that more research is needed. Moreover, children and adolescents may be more susceptible than adults to the adverse effects of CEDs, because weighing less leads to higher exposure to active ingredients, such as caffeine, on a per kilogram of body weight basis [18].
Health Canada prohibits advertising, marketing or promoting CEDs to children ≤12 years of age. Industry also has a voluntary marketing code for CEDs, which stipulates that companies should not advertise to children over traditional media (notably television, radio and in print). This marketing code was agreed on by the Canadian Beverage Association and its implementation is encouraged by industry [26]. However, despite these regulatory mechanisms and voluntary marketing codes, energy drink companies are known to target youth sporting events, 'extreme' athlete sporting sponsorships, and social media. To target teenagers, marketers use dramatic product names and edgy graphics [7].
Caffeine is the most common stimulant ingredient used in CEDs. Caffeine is extracted from the fruit of over 60 species of coffee plant; caffeine is also found in guarana, tea, cocoa and yerba mate [2]. The pharmacological effects of caffeine include central nervous system and cardiac stimulation. Caffeine relaxes smooth muscle and stimulates skeletal muscle [27][28]. The clinical effects of caffeine include increased heart rate, blood pressure, speech rate, motor activity, attentiveness, gastric secretion, diuresis and temperature [1]. Caffeine can also increase anxiety in susceptible individuals [1][29], and may induce arrhythmias [1][27]. Additional adverse effects with very high doses or overdoses may include altered level of consciousness, rigidity, seizures, supraventricular and ventricular tachyarrhythmias and death [30].
Caffeine has traditionally been considered a weak diuretic [31][32]. However, one recent meta-analysis of adults found only a small effect of caffeine on overall fluid loss. Subanalysis revealed that caffeine had no effect on fluid loss in individuals engaged in exercise, compared with individuals at rest [33].
Caffeine is known to increase aerobic endurance, improve reaction time and delay time to exhaustion in adults [34][35]. Caffeine generally increases alertness, affects complex cognitive processes, and can alleviate some of the effects of sleep deprivation (e.g., slowed reaction time and decreased attentiveness). However, other decrements in performance, such as impairments in more complex cognitive functions and working memory, may only be improved by sufficient sleep, not by ingesting caffeine [36].
As per the Canada Vigilance Adverse Reaction Database, adverse events associated with the consumption of CEDs have been reported in children as young as 8 years of age [37]. Adverse events include tachycardia, increases in blood pressure, electrocardiogram (ECG) changes, vomiting, diarrhea, impulsive behaviour, agitation, delusions, circulatory collapse and death. In one 2011 Canadian Paediatric Surveillance Program survey, 9% of the 741 respondents reported caffeine-related complications [24].
Children with cardiovascular, renal and liver diseases, seizures, diabetes, mood and behavioural disorders and hyperthyroidism, may be at higher risk for adverse events from energy drink consumption [31]. In children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, the caffeine in CEDs may potentiate the cardiovascular side effects of attention deficit hyperactivity disorder-stimulant medications [31].
Studies have suggested that children are more likely than adults to develop caffeine dependence or to develop dependence at lower doses or frequencies of caffeine use [38]. Consumption of caffeine in childhood and adolescence may be linked to a higher likelihood of developing dependence [31]. Caffeine withdrawal is usually experienced as headaches. Other symptoms may include fatigue, decreased energy, decreased alertness, drowsiness, dysphoric mood, difficulty concentrating, irritability, flu-like symptoms, nausea and vomiting and muscle aches [39].
Some authors have suggested that children and adolescents who are not habitual caffeine users may be more vulnerable to caffeine intoxication, due to lack of pharmacological tolerance [40]. Also, one review conducted by Health Canada found that children and adolescents were at higher risk than adults for exceeding Health Canada's Recommended Maximum Daily Intakes for caffeine (Box 1), due to the volume of energy drinks that can be consumed easily and the lower recommended maximum daily intakes established for youth under 18 years of age [41].
In Canada, the caffeine concentrations in CEDs are limited to 400 mg/L or a maximum of 180 mg per single-serve container (single-serving containers are defined as containers that cannot be resealed and contain less than 750 mL) [41]. In comparison, a 237 mL cup of brewed coffee provides an average of 135 mg of caffeine (Table 1) [42]. For more information on foods containing caffeine, see: www.dietitians.ca/Your-Health/Nutrition-A-Z/Caffeine/Food-Sources-of-Caffeine.aspx.
The permitted caffeine concentrations in energy drinks differ widely worldwide, with some energy drinks in the USA containing as much as 344 mg of caffeine per 473-mL can [40], or more than seven times the amount of caffeine found in the same quantity of Coca-Cola [43]. It is important for paediatricians to be aware that regulations differ in neighbouring countries and that teenagers can purchase highly concentrated beverages outside of Canada.
MIXING CEDs WITH ALCOHOL
The purpose of mixing energy drinks with alcohol is to counteract the sedative effect of alcohol with the stimulatory effect of caffeine. Mixing alcohol with CEDs may exert a dual effect, increasing stimulation and decreasing sedation [44]. The mixing of energy drinks with alcohol was found to have little impact on the total volume of alcohol consumed on a single drinking occasion. However, individuals who mix energy drinks with alcohol tend to drink more alcohol in general, compared with other drinkers [45][46]. Overall, the consumption of CEDs mixed with alcohol has been associated with an increase in risk-taking behaviours and harmful incidents [46][47].
Certain subpopulations appear to be more likely to mix energy drinks with alcohol and may be particularly vulnerable to adverse outcomes. Studies have shown that the mixing of CEDs and alcohol is common among college students [47][48], and students who reported this practice were also found to be at higher risk of experiencing alcohol-related consequences, including being sexually assaulted or sexually assaulting others, driving with an intoxicated driver, being physically hurt or injured, and requiring medical treatment [47]. A survey of university students in Canada also found a significant association between the mixing of CEDs with alcohol and risk-taking behaviours, including the use of cocaine, crack-cocaine, amphetamines or crystal meth within the previous 12 months. Students were also likely to drink more heavily when mixing alcohol with CEDs [46]. A recent Ontario study showed an association between adolescent traumatic brain injury and CEDs consumption, which increased further when CEDs where mixed with alcohol [49].
One Ontario survey of over 20,000 grades 9 to 12 students showed that almost one in five reported consuming CEDs in a typical week, while 17% of respondents had mixed CEDs with alcohol within the previous 12 months [23]. In the Canadian Paediatric Surveillance Program survey cited above, 28% of respondents who presented with complications associated with CEDs had also consumed alcohol, and 26% had taken other drugs, such as psychostimulants, cannabis or amphetamines [24].
Due to concerns with the combination of CEDs and alcohol, Health Canada prohibits the use of CEDs as an ingredient in premixed alcoholic beverages [50]. Furthermore, Health Canada's Food and Drug Regulations do not permit the sale of CEDs containing alcohol or the sale of any alcoholic beverage with additional caffeine. However, naturally occurring sources of caffeine, such as guarana and coffee, are permitted as a flavouring ingredient in alcoholic beverages [50]. Health Canada advises consumers not to mix CEDs with alcohol and requires all CEDs to display the statement "Do not mix with alcohol" on their labels [50].
Given the multiple health concerns related to the consumption of CEDs by children and adolescents, the Canadian Medical Association (CMA) has recommended that the Canadian Pharmacists Association, National Association of Pharmacy Regulatory Authorities and Canadian Association of Chain Drug Stores introduce a voluntary ban on the sale of CEDs to minors [51]. The CMA also supports a ban on the sale of CEDs to Canadians younger than the legal drinking age in their jurisdiction [52].
Given the widespread use of sports drinks and CEDs in children and adolescents, it is imperative that physicians discuss the risks of using these beverages with patients and families. The dietary role of sports drinks should be individualized, based on the child's or youth's activity levels. Providing education regarding the differences between sports drinks and CEDs, and the potential health risks and side effects associated with CED consumption, is essential. Frequent consumption of CEDs, especially when mixed with alcohol, may be a marker for increased risk of substance use and abuse and other health-compromising behaviours.
- Paediatricians should ask children and adolescents about their sports and energy drink consumption, their reasons for consuming these beverages, and whether they mix alcohol with CEDs.
- Paediatricians need to educate children, adolescents and families concerning the potential health risks posed by CEDs, highlighting the differences between sport drinks and CEDs.
- Paediatricians should counsel children, adolescents and parents that water is the most appropriate replacement fluid for routine physical activity. Consuming sports beverages during sporting activities should be reserved for young athletes involved in prolonged and vigorous activities.
- Paediatricians should advocate for expanding legislation to prevent marketing of CEDs to children and adolescents.
Box 1. Health Canada Recommended Maximum Daily Intakes for caffeine
Children aged
Adolescents aged
This position statement was reviewed by the Community Paediatrics, Healthy Active Living and Sports Medicine, and Adolescent Health Committees of the Canadian Paediatric Society. It has also been reviewed and endorsed by Dietitians of Canada. A special thank you to Heather Petrie, MSc RD for contributing her content expertise.
Members: Dana L Boctor MD (past member), Linda M Casey MD, Jeffrey N Critch MD (Chair), Catherine Farrell MD (Board Representative), Manjula Gowrishankar MD (past member), Jae Hong Kim MD (past member), Catherine M Pound MD, Daniel Roth MD, Ana M Sant'Anna MD, Christopher Tomlinson MB, ChB, PhD, Sharon L Unger MD (past member)
Liaisons: Becky Blair MSc RD, Dietitians of Canada; Patricia D'Onghia MPH RD, Health Canada; Tanis R Fenton PhD RD, Dietitians of Canada; Laura Haiek, Breastfeeding Committee for Canada; Deborah Hayward, Bureau of Nutritional Sciences, Health Canada; Sarah Lawrence MD, Canadian Pediatric Endocrine Group; Jennifer McCrea RD, Health Canada; Sarah Jane Schwarzenberg MD, Committee on Nutrition, American Academy of Pediatrics
Principal authors: Catherine M Pound MD, Becky Blair MSc RD
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Choroid plexus cysts CPC are usually found at the end of the second trimester of pregnancy. Sometimes they can be
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refractory to previous conservative therapy. He underwent surgery when osteoplastic craniotomy was performed
with cyst fenestration and ablation. His recovery was uneventful with total regression of headaches. Reviewing the recent
literature we did not find such a case considering the patients age and the size of the choroid plexus cyst.
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Obama tells local news in Green Bay (WBAY) that he was too busy to come campaign for the Democrats in the Wisconsin recall election (June 11, 2012).
via Obama To Green Bay ABC: Too Busy For WI Recall – YouTube.
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160 fundraisers since filing for reelection? Gosh, this presidency truly is Historic™.
On Monday, Man of the People Barack Obama told a reporter why he couldn't make it to Wisconsin to campaign for Democrat Tom Barrett:
The truth of the matter is that as President of the United States, I've got a lot of responsibilities.
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Louie Franklin Turner: My thanks for your time and efforts in helping me put together some of the pieces on what was indeed "THE GREATEST GENERATION" and with your premission I will pass on one more story that I just found this evening.
This was written by a friend of my uncle after his death. "He said he had a rough time weaning himself off the drugs that were available by the handful in the hospital in England and when he returned to his unit in France he transferred to an Airborne Unit that dropped behind German lines pinpointing positions-strengths, etc and making contact with resistance groups. While searching caves in France they found an entire family hiding out in one (he had a picture of the family)and a treasure trove in another."
There is a picture of him at Camp Barkley, Texas and he did indeed start with the 90thID and recounted some incidents of the landing on Utah.
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DEVELOP is participating at the Earli Sig 27 conference in Oulu, Finland, 29th November - 1st December 2016. Mirjam Neelen will present a poster on Supporting Career Development Through Transversal Competency Assessment. Mirjam is a Sr. Learning Experience Designer at the Learnovate Centre, Trinity College Dublin, one of the DEVELOP partners.
The theme of the 2016 Conference of the Earli Special Interest Group 27 is "Processes matter – Measures, Analysis and Applications for Tracing Learning". The theme reflects an interest in the state-of-the-art and upcoming approaches to measure the process of learning, innovative solutions to analyse data, while also offering the opportunity to think about and discuss how the developing understanding can be used to design applications for supporting learning processes.
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The theme explored in this personal narrative is that of the life of a rhetorician, in writing and in speech. The narrative muses about what goes into the making of a rhetorician, questioning whether it might be ritualized education, proceeding along lines of traditional methodology, or whether it could be informal education, hit-or-miss, with its nature neither clearly nor cleanly defined--the question is whether the manner of education makes a difference. The narrative contends that education is of various kinds, whether in school or out. Besides the personal details of a long life, it is hoped that vital revelations of ways in which rhetoric and public affairs interrelate will emerge. The narrative recounts the public affairs dealings with the small nation of Korea while it was the storm center of world controversies; it illustrates a rhetoric constantly on call, serving both as weapon and shield. The narrative brings documentary evidence to the witness chair to show historic decisions balanced between opportunities and disaster. (Nka).
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50 year-old Chris Waddle was born in Felling, and he started his career at Tow Law Town before moving to Newcastle in 1980.
Chris Waddle – played for England 61 times
Chris played for four years at Newcastle and appeared 191 times with 52 goals before moving to Tottenham Hotspur in 1984.
Waddle also played 61 times with 6 goals for England from 1985 through 1991, when he was playing for Bobby Robson, who was then England manager (1982- 1990).
And Chris played for many clubs in his career which lasted until 1999, and he played 743 games with 147 goals, and he did just great, and since he retired from football he has become a pundit.
As of August 2009 Waddle commentates for ESPN's coverage of the Premier League.
There's an excellent interview he has given to employees at a Question and Answer session on Tyneside yesterday, as he was a guest of England sponsors Vauxhall.
And Chris has some good words to say about manager Alan Pardew, who is getting Newcastle fans behind him quickly, with the way he has made Newcastle into a side to be reckoned with over the last twelve months.
Alan has surprised Chris big time with the success he has quickly brought to Newcastle, who are 4th top of the league and we're now into December – not too bad at all.
This is what Chris said:
"Alan's come in and probably thought 'I'm not the public's choice', but he's rolled his sleeves up and got on with it, and now he's getting his rewards,"
"You're starting to hear the fans sing 'Alan Pardew's black and white army'." "He's done a fantastic job. He's recruited really well, he's got a good squad there now."
"Whatever the background was to letting people like Kevin Nolan and Joey Barton leave, and Andy Carroll went last January, to lose players like that was massive."
"But although they're not household names, he's brought good players in and they've surprised people." "For example, Demba Ba wouldn't have been my choice. You're looking for out-and-out goalscorers, which they needed."
"But Demba Ba? Well he's proved me wrong and scored goals." "Leon Best has also done well." "Gabriel Obertan has obviously got a good pedigree and was well-respected in France as a young player., but it didn't happen for him at Manchester United."
"And Yohan Cabaye has been a great signing, he's a good player. I was told about him two years ago." "Newcastle got him and a lot of people said 'Who's he?'. But he's fitted in well. "
"It's very easy on football to turn around and, if Alan had had a bad start, say 'What do you expect signing these players?'." "But the players have gelled. There's not a star player and I think that's working in their favor."
"You need a good changing room, players willing to run an extra ten yards. You can have a lot of egos but you need the players to be together." "They play at a good tempo, Newcastle."
"They're well-organised, they get it down and play. They've knitted, and they believe in what Alan's telling them – that if they work hard, move and pass the ball, and entertain, the fans will love it."
"Realistically, if they finish eighth, ninth, 10th, they'll have had a fantastic season."
With Newcastle's excellent start to the season, with 26 points from the first 13 league game, that should almost guarantee the side a top 10 place, but of course we know there are no guarantees in the tough Premier League.
Last if took 47 points to be 10th, which is where Sunderland ended up, (sorry to bring that up), one point and two places above Newcastle who famously wilted in that last game of the season against WBA after being 3-0 uop.
That means Newcastle need around 20 points from their last 25 games to get 46 points, and even if there's a big slump we have to believe Newcastle can reach that points total, at the very least – maybe.
But Newcastle need to take each game as it comes, and just keep racking up those points, and that's starting with Chelsea this Saturday at St. James' Park, where 3 points would be just fantastic.
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tough game away to them, they've got a good record at home mainly draws but still tough to beat..
also about Chelsea
The game will be very tough although they've been poor of late that does not mean they not capable of turning up and destroying someone, Im saying if we play our game but really get into ther faces and rough them up about and have plenty of shots on goal use Ben Arfa and the use the wingers to the full extent we can beat them
I used to work with a lass who taught Chris Waddle at school – in fact she taught him English and he wasn't the best in the class – but all the other kids used to say "all he needs to do is sign his own name on the contract as he's going to be a footballer Miss "- bet they didn't know how good though.
He's wrong about the 8th-9th-10th finish – Toon are looking for 5th-7th place depending on injuries, run of form and the opposition…
angelswithdirtyfaces – A think he's saying 8th/9th/10th just to maybe play down expectations then we wont be left as dissapointed if we dont finish in europe.. think it wise we play down as much as possible because realistically if we finish 10th its still a good season and an improvement off last season.. if we get into europe wer going to need to buy around 8 players if u ask me.. Look at Stoke quite a big squad yet ther struggling now because of the extra games.. weve got one the smallest squads in the league
Waddler can shut his red and white hole too, along with Joey 'listen to me, I am so contrioversial, but boring everyone to tears' Barton.
Lest we not forget Waddles crap when he played for the unwashed at Albania on Wear. I played in the same team as him hundreds of times, and despite being a great player he is as thick as a castle wall, FACT.


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I've got an old HP10b (1987) but it has an 'Hex' Annunciator on the display, that I want to turn off.
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Earth BoundeBook - 2015
"When she is rescued from a cult by Gavrill Prakenskii, a mysterious man who claims he is her destiny, Lexi, haunted by the terror from which she escaped, wonders how she can find happiness with a man who, steeped in secrets and shadows, is no stranger to violence"
Publisher: [New York] :, Jove,, 2015
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ttigerlily_13 Aug 24, 2016
Greatly enjoyed Earth Bound. Like the character, Gavriil ...love his two Black Russian Terriers, Drago, and Kiss of Death. Better not mess with those terriers. Toward the end, we see justice done...to protect Sea Haven-- and its people-- from an evil that has plagued them, since the Drake Sisters series--the 1st of...soon to be 3 series-- set in fictional Sea Haven. I can hardly wait.
jjacquelineholicka Oct 22, 2015
Lexi and
lLoveChild60 Sep 14, 2015
What a terrific novel! ^5's for Gavriil!! Looking forward to the next. Happy Reading!
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NEW YORK (MarketWatch) -- U.S. Treasurys closed lower Wednesday, sending yields higher, as the bond market played off data showing that the nation's trade deficit narrowed for a third straight month in November.
In recent action, the 10-year Treasury note closed down 5/32 at 99 18/32. The benchmark's yield TNX, -0.90% which moves inversely to price, rose to 4.68%, up from 4.66% at Tuesday's close. Earlier the benchmark yield touched the 4.7% level.
The 30-year long bond fell 15/32 to 95-24/32 with a yield TYX, +0.22% of 4.773%.
The 2-year note fell 1/32 to 99-28/32 with a 4.816% yield.
Treasurys opened lower and extended their losses after the Commerce Department announced that the trade deficit narrowed by 1% in November to $58.2 billion, its lowest level since July 2005.
Economists had forecast that the trade deficit would widen to $59.8 billion. See full story.
The improvement in the trade gap is expected to boost U.S. growth in gross domestic product for the fourth quarter -- an adverse development for bonds.
"The trade effect on growth will be much more positive than we have been assuming," said Ian Shepherdson, chief U.S. economist at High Frequency Economics, in a note. He now expects the fourth-quarter GDP to register growth of 2.5%, instead of his previous forecast of 2% or less.
The bond market's been holding out hopes that slower growth will reduce inflationary pressures and allow the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates this year, both of which would be favorable for bonds. But a recent uptick in economic data has led to a reassessment of these expectations.
However, Sheperdson also pointed out that the narrowing of the trade deficit is a sign that U.S. demand is slowing, as evidenced by a downshift in imports.
"Looking ahead into this year, the core deficit should decline as domestic demand weakens more," he said. The core deficit excludes petroleum and aircraft inputs.
Peter Morici, a University of Maryland business professor, predicted the trade gap will edge higher in coming months. He concluded that unexpectedly sluggish Christmas season sales diminished U.S. imports from China, but said that situation should change this year.
Prices remained under pressure after the Commerce Department reported that wholesale inventories jumped 1.3% in November, outpacing the 0.5% gain projected by analysts polled by MarketWatch.
The inventory-to-sales ratio rose to 1.20 in November from 1.19 months in October, the highest since hitting 1.20 in June 2005.
Higher-than-expected inventories can indicate a sluggish sales environment and in theory could be helpful to bonds, which generally profit from signs of economic weakness.
However, Action Economics said, "Surprisingly robust wholesale trade figures will do little to alter the already defensive tone in the bond market, with the 10-year yield still hovering just below the 4.70% area after bouncing from 4.65% earlier."
Chicago Federal Reserve President Michael Moskow, in a speech delivered at an Iowa business conference, said inflation has been moving in the right direction, but it is still too early for the Fed to relax.
Although the recent news has been favorable, risks to the inflation outlook remain," Moskow said, adding that the threat of higher inflation remains "my predominant concern,"


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Snorkelling In Lombok
For those who don't share the passion for diving but are curious about what lies beneath the glittering seas of Lombok, a snorkelling day tip is recommended. Close to home, the Gili islands offer plenty of what most people are looking for, with sandy beaches, colourful corals and dazzling fish. Bring your Go-Pro or similar as there's lots to snap beneath the waves. Bring your high-test suncream too, because a long day in the water and sitting on the boat under the fierce tropical sun can easily leave you with a vacation-ruining sunburn if you have skin that burns easily.
A walk-in snorkel off one of slands by boat you can start the day with a leisurely walk-in snorkel dive off one of Trawangan's sandy beaches, or straight in from your boat is a good start for absolute beginners. If you're feeling adventurous, in the afternoon go by boat and sample the snorkelling at an offshore location – you'll be rewarded by pristine reefs and more colourful sea life than you can imagine, and less competition for the same reef real estate.
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Social media is one of the best distribution mediums to get your content shared at zero-cost. To get maximum social media traction, it's very important to make your website social-friendly. Your website is your online real estate. So, you got to smartly utilize your website space and optimize your site for social sharing.
Your website design should be deeply integrated with social media to make sharing as easy as possible. Placing the social media elements anywhere on the page won't make it user-friendly.
Here are a few design cues to boost your social media engagement to attract more social media traffic :-
Display Social Media Follow Buttons Together at a Prominent Place
Now a days, plenty of social media icons can be seen scattered on a site. Each of them has a different purpose to serve. To get the readers on board for the first time, you need to get them connected to your social media profiles. For that, its very important to place the social media account icons in a very prominent place, that too together in a group for maximum visibility. Placing one or two icons here and there will not be able to attract major attention and will be less effective.
You can place these buttons on the side bar of your blog. There are two common practices here, either place them right on the top of the panel, or place them under the subscription box or top side bar. These are the places which get maximum attention from the visitors of a site. Popular sites like SocialMediaExaminer, Jeffbullas.com, Forbes, TechCrunch and many others have used the side bar to place the social follow buttons.
Many sites have used the header and footer bars to place their social media icons. These are the two panels which also manage to get a very high traction. Big publishers like Forbes & Mashable feature their social media follow icons on the header and footer right section.
It's not necessary to integrate all the channels for the sake of increasing the list. In fact, if you are only active on Facebook and Twitter and your LinkedIn presence is not very strong and you don't even update your LinkedIn profile regularly, then don't include it in the list unless you become fairly active on that platform.
Design Tip: Icon designs should go with the overall theme of the blog. You can even create custom icons to suit your over all blog template design. Make sure the shape, size and color of each and every button is created and customized to best suit your site design.
TIP: Mention the Twitter handle name clearly on the Twitter follow button. It helps the users take notice and connect with your brand's identity.
Integrate Social Login to Your System
Social login enables your users to login to your site using any of their social media IDs. The service gets access to their user authentication data and enables your website visitors to register without having to fill out a tedious form. Your visitors don't even need to enter their mail ID, to get registered with your site.
These social login buttons should be placed in a prominent place. You can keep them on the header bar, top of the side bar or you can also place them on the login/Register page too. In fact, a login registrar page should always have the social login option along with traditional registration forms.
Add Lightbox Social Popover
You can also introduce a Lightbox login window, which will pop up whenever a user comes to your site. You can also set a delay time for this box to pop up. The Lightbox popup gives the user an option to sign in with their social media accounts. You can choose to include 'Email subscription' form or other social media buttons to give the user the ability to take multiple actions from one place.
Design Tip: Place the social connect right next to your 'Sign-up' button for maximum visibility.
Add a Social Sharing Toolbar
Social sharing is a major behavioural shift for publishers to make participation easy and increase interactions. As per the 'Three click rule' of web designing, it should not take more than 3 clicks for a user to take an action. The same theory is applicable for the social media integration on the website too.
If a reader likes a particular article and tries to share it on the social networks or take any other similar action, it should not require multiple clicks or moving from one tab to the other to do so.
Place this tool bar on each and every content page of your site. These tool bars help your readers to take necessary social actions and participate in social interaction with an ease. The social sharing toolbar can also include options to share it on various bookmarking sites and even subscribe to your RSS feeds without navigating away.
These social media toolbar can be easily added at multiple locations on a page. You can place a small horizontal panel under each article featured on the home page of your blog. Many bloggers prefer to highlight particular interactions instead of featuring a long and elaborate panel on the home page itself. For example, The Huffington Post shows the total comments count on the home page, where as Mashable shows the total share counts on each article, across all the platforms on home page as well as on top of each article page.
You can place an elaborate toolbar with multiple features on your inner pages displaying all the action counts, i.e. number of Likes and Shares on Facebook, total Google+ shares, Tweet counts, inShares, pins etc.
Now a days, embedding a floating social sharing bar is a popular choice with websites which have a responsive design.
The biggest advantage of having a floating toolbar is that it rolls with the user, enabling him to share the article at any point unlike the traditional sharing toolbars which are fixed on top of the site.
Call to Action at the Bottom of the Posts
You can place the social sharing toolbar at multiple places on a web page, but the ideal location is to place it at the end of the blog posts. The reason a call to action performs better at the bottom of a blog post is that if your reader has scrolled all the way to the end of a post, there is a very high chance that you have successfully engaged him with your content. There is a very high probability that he would take an action like commenting on the post or tweeting it. So, make sure to have a social sharing toolbar 'below the fold."
Design Tip: Research says, the first place the human eye is drawn to on a website is the top right-hand corner, so the side bar is again an optimal location to place a social sharing toolbar.
Add Other Social Plugins
You can also add other social plugins to socialize your site.
Facebook Facepiles
This widget displays a Facebook Like box to show users who have liked your page, recommendations, comments and activity feed of a user and his Facebook friends who have liked the page. The widget allow visitors to share content from your site on their Facebook profile with a single click.
Design Tip: Place this plugin on the Home page at the top of the right hand side bar, preferably in the first fold to drive a user to act under peer influence.
Give Pin It Option on Images
You can propose your reader to pin the images used in your blog articles directly. You can provide them a pinning option on a mouseover, so whenever your reader will place the mouse pointer on an image, a pop up with a Pinterest icon will appear in the top right corner of the image, prompting him to 'Pin' it. The trend is gaining popularity as it enables users to easily share your images.
There are a number of other social media plugins to boost your social media presence. But, don't forget to customize these plugins and personalize the settings to match your web design layout.
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The Only Thing I'm Selling…ME!
I've "sold" a lot of things in my life – without ever wearing a "salesperson's" hat.
• I "sold" Midwestern State University to prospective students;
• I "sold" the TCU Football Program to recruits and their families;
• I "sold" e-Partners in Giving to funeral homes and non-profits;
• Heck….I even "sold" my wife on naming our first-born son Crash.
When I worked for an ad agency, I was "selling" a variety of things, which allowed me to hone my "selling" technique. While each client/project was unique, I tried to attack each opportunity with a similar game plan. I started out by asking three simple questions:
1) What is the goal?
2) Who is the target audience?
3) What differentiates you from everyone else?
I took these answers and tried to formulate a strategic marketing plan. It was like a riddle with dozens of correct answers. The key was finding the BEST answer and formulating a clear-cut brand, message and/or campaign around it.
I loved it! (I was pretty decent at it, too!)
The only issue: There were a lot of times when I was "selling" something I didn't believe in with all my heart and soul.
That's why I'm SO excited about my newest adventure – real estate. For the first time in my life, I'm selling something that I whole-heartedly believe in…MYSELF.
Explanation: While a lot of people think that real estate agents are selling houses – they're really selling their services. There is nothing I can do or say to make someone buy a particular house, but I can "sell" the trustworthiness, knowledge, organization and communication skills that I bring to the table.
So now that I have my real estate license, I've been working hard on my personal marketing campaign. I wanted to use this post to share my formulated game plan:
Just Say the Word
I simply took four words that I've used FOREVER and put them to work: "Just say the word!" I've been writing this phrase on the bottom of e-mails and letters for as long as I can remember, and saying it even longer.
"If there is anything I can do for you – just say the word!"
"Need any help? Just say the word!"
"If you want to get together – just say the word!"
What I love about this straightforward "campaign" – it's not all about buying and selling houses. It stretches across all facets of life, and it goes back to my core mission of simply helping people.
Most importantly, it helps me accomplish my goal of staying relevant without shoving real estate down people's throats.
My unofficial policy: I will NEVER use these four words in direct relation to real estate. (Example: I won't be send out an impersonal e-mail blast that says: "If you ever want me to sell your house – just say the word!")
It loses its punch AND makes me a douche bag!
While I AM hoping that "buy" or "sell" are words that surface from time – I'm happy with words like "lunch" … "drinks" … "advice" … or simply "HELP!"
I'm actually hoping that these solicited words will even allow me to use skill sets that I've developed over the years, "write"… "develop" … "network."
Even though I'm jumping into real estate with both feet, I can still write a marketing/communications plan… "If I can help you build your business – just say the word."
Even though I'm excited about helping people find their dream house, I can still develop a web site… "If I can help you develop an online presence – just say the word!"
Even though I want to help people find a house they can turn into a home, I can still connect people… "If I want me to introduce you guys – just say the word!"
How am I going to use these four words?
Answer: Anyway that I can.
That's one of the reasons that I'm writing this post – explaining to my friend's and family what's coming down the pike. If we have a personal relationship…there is a GREAT chance I'll gently remind you to….just say the word.


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A couple of Fox News commentators didn't realize the cameras were still running during a commercial break and let loose on Sarah Palin and her new reality series, Sarah Palin's Alaska.
The entire clip makes me cringe -- big time. And I'm even a skeptic of her show!
If you expected the Fox anchors to give a favorable review of the TLC show simply because they're conservative and Palin is a contributor to the network, you're in for a giant surprise.
First, Liz Trotta (seated with her back to the camera) kicks off the hate with this comment:
Alessandra Stanley had the best line. She said the new show is like The Sound of Music, without the Nazis, without the romance, and without the music.
Then, Judith Miller (facing the camera) chimes in and keeps going and going ...
The Washington Post hated it too, did you see his review .... You get the sense that all she's waiting for when she's looking at the great outdoors is to get back to her SUV to get enough bars to send out her latest Twitter about the beauty of the environment.
I'm thoroughly disgusted by how catty these two are being, while the other three anchors sit silently and shift awkwardly in their chairs. Trotta and Miller are clearly not fans of Palin, yet resort to nitpicking at insignificant (albeit spiteful) details instead of intelligently commenting on whether her show affects the political landscape. (I would argue that it does but shouldn't.)
If they have a problem with Palin, why won't they take her to task when they know the cameras are rolling instead of snipping behind her back like little kids?
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Pamela R. Jeffries, PhD, RN, FAAN, ANEF
Dr. Pamela R. Jeffries (PhD, RN, FAAN, ANEF), Vice Provost for Digital Initiatives at Johns Hopkins University and professor at the School of Nursing, is nationally known for her research and work in developing simulations and online teaching and learning. She is well regarded for her expertise in experiential learning, innovative teaching strategies, new pedagogies, and the delivery of content using technology in nursing education. Additionally, Dr. Jeffries is the President of the interprofessional, international Society for Simulation in Healthcare (SSH) and a member of the Institute of Medicine's Global Intraprofessional Education (IPE) forum, among many other organizations. Jeffries was newly inducted in the prestigious Sigma Theta Tau Research Hall of Fame and is the recipient of several teaching and research awards from the Midwest Nursing Research Society, the International Nursing Association of Clinical Simulations and Learning (INACSL), and teaching awards from the National League of Nursing, Sigma Theta Tau, International, and most recently, the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) Scholarship of Teaching and Learning Excellence award. She has a BSN from Ball State University and a MSN and PhD in Nursing from Indiana University.


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Shapeshifting wall to create giant 3D selfies of visitors at Sochi
(Relaxnews) – A giant pin screen dubbed "the Mount Rushmore of the digital age" will display 3D impressions of Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics visitors' faces this February.
The pavilion will feature over 10,000 actuators, which will form three-dimensional portraits of each visitor's face for 20 seconds. The faces will be eight meters high.
The actuators are covered by a stretchy fabric membrane and each one can extend by up to two meters, allowing the faces to be represented on an architectural scale. Each actuator will feature an LED light at the tip.
The structure, designed by British architect Asif Khan for Russian telecoms company MegaFon, will be situated at the entrance to the Games. Anyone visiting will be able to participate by having their face digitally scanned in the 3D photo booths onsite.
And for those who can't make the games, several of the photo booths have been set up around Russia to allow everyone a chance to be present at the Olympics.
According to Khan, the pavilion takes the ancient practice of portraiture and adapts it for the digital age. "Whether we are taking a self-portrait and posting it for our friends to see, or texting an emoticon to show how we feel, we've translated a fundamental means of self-expression into a new medium," he said.
"That is why I think of this pavilion as a synergy between architecture and digital platform. At the same time it's a monument to all of us. The concept is to make people the face of the Olympics."
Anastasia Orkina, Chief Marketing Officer of MegaFon adds: "There is nothing that can express person's individuality as well as the face. And those one hundred and seventy thousand faces on this architectural canvas will draw up a united portrait of Russian sports fans and supporters."
The pavilion will remain in place for the duration of the Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in Sochi, Russia.


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Technology Assessment & Adoption
Why This is Important to You
A large part of creating a consistent, positive customer experience is the ability to develop and manage processes that will ensure reliable delivery of your sales, service and operation visions. Technology is often an effective tool in implementing your plans to manage the client experience, while also, when used properly, provides your organization with cost savings and the ability to scale your business.
The influx of new technologies makes it difficult for managers to stay informed of the latest and best solutions available. This growing complexity makes it challenges senior management to effectively determine if they have the best solutions in place at the best cost. This is increasingly important as technology often makes up 10 to 15 percent of a wealth management firm's budget, but more pivotally allows you to implement, track and manage those processes that will distinguish you, in your clients' eyes, from your competitors.
Frequently we find organizations actually have much of the technology already in place, however, they are either unaware of the capabilities of these applications or unable to achieve full adoption by their employees.
In a business that represents increasing importance to the financial institution, as fees from other sources wither due to legislative mandates, you cannot afford suboptimal use and performance from your technology platform. Your inability to enhance the efficiency of your relationship managers, track their adherence to your sales and service standards, provide clients with world-class profiling, planning and presentations; develop effective client communication plans and provide clients with efficient, malleable, customized investment management is effectively your inability to manage your business. Without these tools your potential for reaching competitive parity, let alone, competitive distinction is highly improbable, putting you and your wealth management program at risk.
How We Work With You
We work diligently and efficiently to understand your plans for managing processes and the client experience.
We can focus on a particular discipline such as financial planning or performance reporting or we can take a broader look at how your technologies interface to benefit your stakeholders and clients - always keeping a keen eye toward integration and adoption.
We review and make recommendations on applications such as:
- Trust accounting system
- Clearing broker processing and reporting
- Performance reporting
- Portfolio management
- Financial planning
- CRM and client communication
- The client discovery process
- Proposal generation
- Client review
We are familiar with the major Third Party Marketers ("TPMs"), Turnkey Asset Management Programs ("TAMPs"), clearing brokers and other bundled providers of technology.
We will interview representative staff to determine current adoption rates and impediments to adoption of existing technologies. We provide you with solutions for increasing the consistent use and adoption of key technologies by your staff.
Your Technology Assessment will provide you with a thorough examination of where you are now and with strategic and tactical recommendations on specific steps you can take to advance your organization to higher levels of efficiency. And, all of our interaction with you is done in "plain English" and is easy for even the least technologically astute to understand.
What This Means For You
- You reap the rewards associated with higher profit margins created by reduced expenses and increased efficiencies
- You have the solace and confidence of knowing that you are effectively using all of the technology for which you are paying and that you are using the latest and most appropriate applications at the most favorable cost
- You realize the benefits of implementing and managing the client experience, increasing your competitiveness and distinction
- You have the peace of mind that comes with better management and compliance controls
- You see improved employee morale as managing client relationships and processing business becomes easier for your staff
Who Will Help You
Kane Carlton is a consortium of the best and brightest talent in the wealth management industry. This confederation of seasoned professionals combines decades of practical experience in highly specialized disciplines with a no-nonsense, innovative, results drivenfocus on a singular mission - to help you.
Our resources, with specialized, hands-on knowledge, in almost every discipline of wealth management will help you take your project from an idea to a successful reality.
Thomas C. Kane, Founder and Chief Transformation Strategist
Learn more about Tom and how his 35 years of practical experience in financial services can help you.
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Operations Strategist and Transition Expert
Learn more about Henry and how his two decades of specialized knowledge can help you.
Why Kane Carlton
We help our wealth management clients make informed decisions by providing them with research, competitive intelligence, best practices and innovative, objective solutions designed to reduce costs, increase revenue and stay competitive. Yet, unlike pure consulting we pride ourselves on being on the field and in the game with you, focusing on implementing the work product we create.
We understand that the thin line separating a flourishing career from unemployment and a thriving franchise from a failed business is a combination of the decisions you make. So make your first decision the right decision—decide Kane Carlton.
Learn more about our firm and how we help financial institutions like yours optimize results in the delivery of wealth management products and services.
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In many posts on this blog, and on various message boards,
and on my sites, I have promoted InstantBuzz as a great way
to build a list, promote a product, and gain exposure for your website.
I also, on many occasions, stated that InstantBuzz does not generate pop-ups.
I have now seen irrefutable evidence that some marketers have discovered a way to use the IB toolbar to generate pop-ups (which, incidentally, are not blocked by adblocker software).
I have no idea if the site owner will take action on this, or if it's all just part of the game, but I personally will not continue to promote the system as long as the ability to cause undesired pop-ups remains.
And to those who took action based on my recommendations… I am truly sorry.