Friday, December 24, 2010
You are the master of your own choices and either the beneficiary of or the slave to the consequences. ~ Dr. Leslie Van Romer http://bit.ly/fGLRIb
“ I just like to smile. Smiling's my favorite. ”Buddy the Elf from the film, Elf (2003) http://bit.ly/dVIArw
A techie's Christmas Carol | TR Dojo | TechRepublic.com
A must read for anyone who enjoys IT!
In 2001, TechRepublic blogger Jeff Dray wrote a wonderful, IT-inspired adaptation of Charles Dickens’ holiday classic, A Christmas Carol. This year, I’m republishing it in the TR Dojo blog in the hope that a new generation of IT pros will have a chance to enjoy it. And, like Jeff, I want to wish you all a happy holiday season.
For another IT-themed holiday tale, check out TechRepublic blogger Sterling “Chip” Camden’s, A visit from St. Geek–an adaptation of A Visit From St. Nicholas, also known as ‘Twas the Night Before Christmas.
Other sources: http://blogs.techrepublic.com.com/project-management/?p=277
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Thursday, December 23, 2010
Wednesday, December 22, 2010
In memeory of Dan Seals (England Dan) February 8, 1948-March 25, 2009 -- I'd Really Love To See You Tonight
Danny Wayland "Dan" Seals (February 8, 1948 – March 25, 2009) was an American musician. The younger brother of Seals & Crofts member Jim Seals, he first gained fame as the "England Dan" half of the soft rock duo England Dan and John Ford Coley, which charted nine pop and adult contemporary singles between 1976 and 1980, including the #2 Billboard Hot 100 hit "I'd Really Love to See You Tonight."
Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dan_Seals
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Dan Seals (England Dan) February 8, 1948-March 25, 2009 -- I'd Really Love To See You Tonight
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Just Tell Me You Love Me - England Dan and John Ford Coley
Another great old track by this great duo! This should jolt a few nostalgic memories! Enjoy !the moments
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10 Disappearing Jobs: Judge - CBS MoneyWatch.com
It may come as no surprise that the job of newspaper reporter is going the way of the buggy whip maker — but the forces of modernity have placed some unexpected occupations on the endangered species list as well. Using statistics from the Bureau of Labor Statistics’ Occupational Outlook Handbook 2010-2011, we identified 10 of the most surprising job categories whose numbers are projected to shrink in the coming years, plus a few that will grow so slowly that you might as well be sending your resume to Irish banks.
Source: http://www.efinancialnews.com/story/2010-11-19/irish-bank-losses
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“ What would life be if we had no courage to attempt anything? ” Vincent van Gogh (1853–1890) Dutch painter http://bit.ly/gPiJs8
"If we take care of the moments, the years will take care of themselves." ~Maria Edgeworth http://bit.ly/fjdNs8
Unless we think of others and do something for them, we miss one of the greatest sources of happiness ~ Ray L. Wilbur http://bit.ly/feEQSk
~ Researchers have discovered that chocolate produces some of the same reactions in the brain as marijuana. The researchers also discovered other similarities between the two but can't remember what they are. ~ Matt Lauer http://bit.ly/hBgEkA
Tuesday, December 21, 2010
NASA's Voyager 1 reaches outskirts of the solar system (photos) | TechRepublic Photo Gallery
As NASA's robotic space probe Voyager 1 prepared for launch in August of 1977 on a mission to locate and study the boundaries of our solar system, researchers could only imagined the scope of the project's success.?
?Since its launch on September 5, 1977, Voyager 1 has traveled more than 10.8 billion miles, photographing some of the most spectacular and iconic images of our solar system's planets and moons, and returning stunning pictures of our very own home planet.?
?Here, the Voyager 1 spacecraft, encapsulated in a Centaur Standard Shroud, is hoisted up the gantry to be mated with its Titan-Centaur launch vehicle at Space Launch Complex 41 at Cape Canaveral Air Force Station.?
?Moving at a speed of 10.5 miles per second, the equivalent of more than 38,000 miles per hour, Voyager 1 is now the most distant man-made object from Earth, and last week, after a 33-year journey, it has reached the outer limits of our solar system.
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"Patience and perseverance have a magical effect before which difficulties disappear and obstacles vanish." ~John Quincy Adams http://bit.ly/gCy75X
Study says computers more harmful to IQ than smoking marijuana | Career Management | TechRepublic.com
What happens if you are a Computer Geek that smokes marijuana as well? Not much hope for you, I suppose? Or maybe the next big Internet app awaits us? Who knows?
I think it's time now for a year end break!
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How to Win Arguments - Associated Content from Yahoo! - associatedcontent.com
Persuasive debaters can win arguments using the force of their reason and by the skilful deployment of many handy techniques. Here are some general dos and don'ts to help you win arguments together with some sneaky
tactics to be aware of.
Do.
1. Stay calm. Even if you get passionate about your point you must stay cool and in command of your emotions. If you lose your temper - you lose.
2. Use facts as evidence for your position. Facts are hard to refute so gather some pertinent data before the argument starts. Surveys, statistics, quotes from relevant people and results are useful arguments to deploy in support of your case.
3. Ask questions. If you can ask the right questions you can stay in control of the discussion and make your opponent scramble for answers. You can ask questions that challenge his point, 'What evidence do you have for that claim?' You can ask hypothetical questions that extrapolate a trend and give your opponent a difficulty, 'What would happen if every nation did that?' Another useful type of question is one that calmly provokes your foe, 'What is it about this that makes you so angry?'
4. Use logic. Show how one idea follows another. Demonstrate that your reasons lead to your conclusions. Build your case logically. By the same token look for inconsistencies in your opponent's arguments and use logic to undermine his or her position. If for example they argue that people are overweight because they watch too much television point out that they have not proved a link. Challenge their assumptions and for each of their reasons be ready to ask whether it is relevant, adequate, necessary or sufficient to support the conclusion they draw.
5. Appeal to higher values. As well as logic you can use a little emotion by appealing to worthy motives that are hard to disagree with, 'Shouldn't we all be working to make the world better and safer for our children?'
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