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When my son who was on vacation from college telephoned me long
distance and said he would like to visit me to get some help to
accompany him to select and purchase a Tag Heuer Sports Watch, I
was not at all surprised. After all, Tag Heuer Sport Watches are
well known for their quality and value.

So three days later, we headed off to the Watta Time Watch Shop
and was greeted by the Sales Supervisor.

The first thing you should know in buying a Tag Heuer sports
watch is that Tag Heuer watches come in different ranges. The
brand Tag Heuer is synonymous with sports, and there were three
ranges that were introduced to us. The first range was the
Formula 1 sports range which did not appeal to us as they were
far too rugged and looked really roughly made, then Year 2000
series which was being phased out and the new Aquaracer series.

The Aquaracer series appealed to us most. This range refers to
the Tag Heuer sports watches designed primarily to withstand
aqua activities and sports, and the watches would be able to
withstand a good depth of water pressure. It was too bad, the
Sales Supervisor did not felt it of any purpose to tell us
exactly the technical details or how deep it can go under the
water or what water pressure it can withstand, so we are none
the wiser.

The second thing to know in buying the Tag Heuer watch is that
of the color of the watch face. The watch face can be a dark
face of black or dark blue or a white face. Normally a dark face
watch would look really smart on my son’s wrist, but this time
around the dark face watch that was tried out on my son’s wrist
did not look any smarter or nicer at all. Even the Sales
Supervisor agreed that when the watch was viewed independently
as a standalone on the counter, it looked very smart but not on
my son’s wrist. Once again, she failed to offer a reason why,
but we can surmised that most probably the design of the watch
itself is very much the reason.

The third thing to know in buying a Tag Heuer watch is that of
the thickness of the watch. A thicker Tag Heuer watch would cost
at least a thousand ringgit (malaysian dollars) more, and there
was no reason why someone would want to buy a thicker and a
heavier watch, and the Sales Supervisor once again did not take
the trouble to explain why. But on further investigation, we
found the thickness was due to the fact that the watch was an
automatic self winding feature without needing a battery.

The fourth thing to know in buying a Tag Heuer watch is that of
incremental value. To get an indication of the rate of gain in
annual value, I checked out with a sportswoman who was the most
avid tennis player I have ever known. She had purchased a Tag
Heuer sports watch some 10 years ago at $2,500 ringgit during a
closing down sale from a specialty watch shop. The same series
was selling now at $3,500 making an annual increment of $100 per
year. So if you are seeking to invest in a Tag Heuer watch with
a view for capital gain, you can expect a similar rate of gain
in value. If you are looking at better incremental value, you
may need to consider other brands.

The final thing to know about buying a Tag Heuer watch is that
of warranty. The Sales Supervisor told us that all Tag Heuer
watches are guaranteed for a 2 year period. However on checking
the manual, it was found that this only applies to watches
purchased within the United States of America. The fine print on
the warranty card showed a period of just one year for Tag Heuer
watches purchased elsewhere.

There are also shops that accept trade in for your current model
and an upgrade to a newer and more costlier model. So when you
are buying a Tag Heuer watch from such an outlet, make sure you
are buying a really new Tag Heuer watch and not getting a
refurbished or reconditioned Tag Heuer watch at new prices! By
the way, there are unadvertised discounts as well during certain
periods of the year.

Consider all these factors when you are buying your Tag Heuer
watch and you will find the most suitable and smart looking Tag
Heuer watch. You can then enjoy years of good service from your
Tag Heuer watch and be able to see it increase in value as the
years go by. It will also make a good watch if you are buying
one for your loved one, especially for those memorable occasions
such as Valentine day or birthdays, and can even have a Tag
Heuer watch that is paired for a He and a She. Tag Heuer watches
can put a dash of romance as well for love-birds!

If you are single and you want men to desire your company more
and truly cherish you, then here are eleven dating rules you
cannot afford to break:

1.Never go to bed with a man on the first date – As much as you
would like to ravish the hunk you have a crush on, do not let
him feel that you are cheap and easy by going to bed with him on
your first date. It does not matter that he is promising that he
will respect you in the morning, or that the way he feels about
you will never change. If you do it, you run the risk of
reducing your value to him. Men are more attracted to women they
spend time to get to know, than they are to those they quickly
jump into the sack with.

2.Never call him first within the first week of your first date
– If your date asks for your phone number and does not call you
within the first week, do not call him. If a man is interested
in you, he will call you during the first week of taking you out
on a date. When you call him during that first week before he
calls you, you give him that impression that you are overly
anxious. The last thing you want is for this new person to feel
that you are a little desperate or forward.

3.Never use obscenities - If you curse like a sailor, it will
turn off your date, if you let that part of your personality out
on your first date. It is a turnoff for most men. It certainly
could ruin the chance of someone getting to know how nice you
really are on the inside.

4.Never engage in a conversation about marriage on your first
date – No matter how much of a good time you are having with
your date, do not bring up the topic of marriage, unless your
date asks about how you feel about the subject. When a woman
brings it up on a date, it creates the impression that you are
on a hunt for a husband. Nothing kills a date like a woman who
comes across as obviously interviewing men for marriage – trying
to find out if they are ready to make that serious commitment.
There is a right time for serious conversations – your first
date is not the time. Get to know your date first.

5.Never flirt with other men while you are on a date – The
cardinal sin of any first date is to flirt with other men in the
presence of your date. Do not do it. If you are trying to get
your date to see that you can attract other men, flirting with
other men in front of him is not the way to do it. It is
disrespectful and conveys that you are shallow and
untrustworthy. Your date will feel that if you have the gall to
flirt now, when you are supposed to be on your best behavior,
what will happen when you get hitched up? Most men wouldn’t want
to find out.

6.Never bring up your ex-boyfriend unless he asks you – Let your
past remain in the past, unless your date wants to find out why
you broke up with your ex-boyfriend. Never compare your ex with
your date, nor refer to something someone else did as something
that your ex would do. It simply shows that you have not gotten
over him.

7.Do not ask your date how much money he makes – This is
definitely a no-no. It shows that you could be a gold-digger,
and you do not want that label. Once a man sees that you measure
the value of a man by the size of his wallet, you can bet that
your date will be turned off.

8.Do not let out the skeletons in your closet - Don’t let it be
known that you were a drug head or prostitute at one time. Your
ugly past, even though you are a new person now, can prevent
your date from getting to know who you have become after going
through a tough past. Leave the horror stories for when he gets
to know you and can easily understand and accept all of you.

9.Don’t go out of your way to be funny, just be yourself – Don’t
start clowning around; pretending to be someone you are not.
Don’t turn your date into a night of cracking jokes or of
proving to your date that you have a fantastic sense of humor.
Be yourself and you will do just fine.

10.Do not order the most expensive meal on the menu – Ordering
the most expensive thing on the menu at a restaurant shows that
you are a potential gold-digger. It also shows that you are
greedy. Men love women that are conscious of the cost of things.

11.Do not show him you have a voracious appetite - Just because
you are famished does not mean that you should order everything
on the menu – super-sized. Most men are turned off by women with
huge appetites – men see that as not being feminine and
lady-like. Moreover, men feel that if your appetite is this big
when he has not gotten to know you, you may swallow a horse when
you really get comfortable with each other.

To find out more about what it takes to make men fall madly in
love, please visit http://www.smartwomansguide.com.

Have you ever found yourself comparing your current partner to
someone from your past, and finding your current partner
lacking? Worse yet, have you found yourself telling your current
partner he or she is being compared to someone in your past and
falls short?

What is it we are really after when comparing current and former
partners? Do we want our current partners to be just like our
exes? Probably not, or we would still be in those relationships.
I think when we are making a comparison, we are really after
something else. My hunch is what most of us really want is to
have our current partners meet some specific needs and desires
in the same, natural way as our past partners did.

Unfortunately, when we make this comparison between partners and
then tell our partner about it, he or she will probably not take
the feedback well. In fact, your partner will be very likely to
feel angry, resentful, and to make sure not to do what you want.

How can you, then, get what you want in a more effective way
than causing resentment and anger in your partner? How can you
have your needs and desires satisfied? It’s simple, really. Just
ask. But be sure to ask without making your partner wrong for
not already having met your needs.

Let’s look at an example. Let’s say you are not getting enough
romance in your current relationship, but had gotten plenty of
it in your past relationship, and liked it that way.

If you were comparing your current partner to your ex, you might
say things like, “Why aren’t you more like X? He (or she) was so
romantic. I would get flowers and cards from him all of the
time.” Or, you might say, “She was much more interested in
romance and intimacy than you are.” Then you might finish with,
“You are just not like him (or her),” with a negative
connotation in your voice.

As I said, after this kind of encounter, it’s unlikely you will
experience romantic gestures from your current partner, even if
he or she originally had a desire to be romantic.

Asking for your needs to be met looks very different than
comparing partners and making your current partner wrong.

You may say something like, “You know, I really like and
appreciate romantic gestures. Flowers or cards would make me
feel loved and appreciated. Physical intimacy would make me feel
loved and connected to you. I would like more of these from you.
Can you do that for me?”

With an approach like this, you are much more likely to get what
you want.

So stop comparing and start asking!

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If you ever studied any probability theory in high school or college, you probably remember the marbles.

Most introductory probability books talk about drawing different colored marbles out of a bag. What’s the probability of getting a particular color?

Let’s say the bag has 20 marbles, 15 red and 5 blue. The probability of drawing a red one is 15/20, or 3 out of 4. The probability of drawing a blue one is 5/20, or 1 out of four 4.

The principle should be obvious. Given a certain total number of marbles, the probability of drawing a particlar color goes up as the number of marbles of that color goes up.

Simple right?

Yes, but almost every job seeker forgets that simple rule when it comes to free resume examples.

You want your resume to stand out. So you copy a free resume example you consider “unique.” Imagine lots of other people copy the same one. Does yours stand out anymore?

Nope. And that’s what lots of people did with the three or so templates that came with Microsoft(R) Word. It became almost a running joke for headhunters and recruiters. Only it wasn’t funny.

Free resume examples, and templates, are fine tools to use. In fact, I’ll bet in your career you’ve used examples to get started on most projects. It’s always helpful to get new ideas when you’re brainstorming.

The problem is, most people think an example or a template is a form to fill in.

That’s lazy, and the results are likely to be far from what you’re hoping for.

I recommend you use free resumes examples. I also recommend you follow a simple rule of thumb. Use a LOT of free resume examples. The more the better.

What you’re doing here is picking and choosing the styles, formats, phrases, words and techniques that will present YOU best. You’re not the person the example fit at one time. You’re you.

Remember those marbles? Imagine there is a resume example out there that fits you perfectly, so that you could in fact copy it, change the personal information at the top, and turn it in. What are your odds of finding it? I don’t know, but I do know they go way up the more marbles (or free resume examples) you have to choose from.

Now, finding that “perfect match” free resume example is an extremely remote possibility. I’d say the probability is zero. But that’s not what you’re looking for.

You’re looking for close-to-perfect pieces and parts that you can adapt to create your best possible customized resume. Fortunately, the same probability principle applies. The more pieces and parts you have to choose from, the greater your odds of finding what you’re looking for. More pieces and parts come from having more free resume examples in the bag.

Maximize your odds of success by looking at LOTS of free resume examples. I’d start with 10, then do a second round of 15 more.

It’s some work, but the result might be that “dream job” you’ve been looking for.

A little work can pay off big.

(c) Copyright 2005 by Roy Miller

An article by Roy Miller, creator of http://www.Job-Search-Guidepost.com. He has just released a new free report on how you can avoid losing thousands of dollars by copying a free resume example without knowing what you’re doing. You can claim your copy here: Free Resume Examples Report.

This article may be reprinted for use in newsletters and on websites provided that this information box is kept intact. Email notice of intent to publish is appreciated but not required: roy@job-search-guidepost.com.

Dear Jen,

While browsing the personals at an online dating service, I met
a wonderful girl. We have been sending emails back and forth for
a while now. I am ready to meet her, but have never seen a
picture of her, so I am a bit scared. Should I insist on a photo
first or just go ahead and set up a meeting?

Signed,

Blindly Dating

Dear Blindly Dating,

You need to be honest with yourself and decide if her appearance
is what is most important to you. This person could either not
be happy with their own appearance or even maybe doesn’t have a
digitalized picture to upload to her personals or in email. In
fact, in my experience, some people don’t send or post photos in
their personals only because they are tired of people liking
them for their looks without getting to know the inside.
Whatever her reasons, it can’t hurt to just ask her. If she says
“no” you are no worse off then you are now. You just have to
decide if you like her enough to take the time to test the
chemistry in person sight-unseen. For that matter, just because
a person’s photo may be appealing, there is no guarantee that
the chemistry will be there when you meet in person. I would
also suggest if you have only exchanged e-mails so far, start
talking on the phone a bit before you meet. You will get a
better idea of how conversations truly flow between the two of
you. Remember…”love is blind!”

Good luck in your quest for love

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If you have more than one goal, knowing which direction to take your career can be quite the dilemma. Many job-seekers are looking in more than one area of expertise, and their resumes often reflect that. The problem with this is that it can be confusing for those searching to fill a position.

Of course, most employers hope to hire multi-taskers, but many times having a varied assortment of skills listed on your resume can work against you. What you need to do is focus your resume to suit a particular career, even if this means creating a different resume for each different job pursuit.

So, I really need more than one resume?

If you career pursuits are similar, one resume might be all you need. However, if you’re looking in different, unrelated sections of the classified during your job search, you’ll have to have a different resume for each job goal.

When you write a generic resume for all of your career goals, your resume may be too extensive. Employers are looking for someone who is focused. You want the person in charge of hiring to look at your resume and know immediately you’re the right candidate to call in for the interview. Any uncertainty on the part of the hiring manager means the resume is destined for the trash bin. Recruiters and hiring managers simply don’t have time to waste reading wordy or confusing resumes.

Another way to tell if you need to write more than one resume is to give your resume a good review. Better yet, have a trusted friend or relative go over your resume. Are your goals confusing? Are your skills across the board? Would a hiring manager have any trouble figuring out what it is you actually do? If so, you’re in need of more than one resume.

I sent out my resumes…now what?

You need to know if your resume is effective. How can you tell if you have an effective resume? One way is through tracking. It’s not enough to create a resume and send it off. To be fully successful in your job hunt, you’ll want to keep track of where it went and the type of response it received.

When you’re ready to send out your resumes, make a spreadsheet or grab a notebook to list some information. List the date, the type of resume sent, and where it went. In addition to helping you remember where you applied, it will also help you to see how effective each resume actually is.

For instance, are you being called back for interviews more for one resume over another? Are you getting call backs, or are your resumes being ignored? Keeping track of where resumes were sent, when, and the response (or lack of response) to each one will help in your job search.

If you find you’re not receiving as many responses to your resume as you had hoped, don’t be dismayed. It just means a little more fine tuning is in order. Your primary goal is to catch the eye of the hiring manager. You simply can’t do this with a generic resume.

Jennifer Anthony is the owner of Telecommute Resumes, a website dedicated to providing information about telecommute resume and cover letter writing techniques. You can also learn how to find legitimate, work from home jobs and you will find links to related networking forums. She also owns ResumeASAP, offering professional and affordable resume writing services.

If you have comments about this article, or if you are
interested in learning more about professional resume writing, please contact Jennifer Anthony by e-mail.

Consider the lucrative opportunity open to you in earning
finder’s fees.

A finder is someone who finds something for a person or
business. The amount paid for this service is called a
finder’s fee.

Here are seven tips to help you make your fortune in
finder’s fees.

1. A finder simply introduces a buyer to a seller for a fee.
He does not become involved in the sales process and is not
an agent acting on behalf of the seller.

2. The best areas to earn finder’s fees are those in which
you already have expertise and interest. For example, if
you are an expert on airplanes and have connections in the
aviation industry, you could earn finder’s fees finding
suitable planes for those needing them.

3. Protect yourself with written contracts. Also, document
all efforts you have made to earn your finder’s fee.

4. You can earn finder’s fees in many areas including
equipment (used or new), equipment leasing, finding
locations for franchises or vending, scarce materials,
commodities, financing, et cetera.

5. Connections are the inventory of a finder. You are being
paid to find something of value by someone who doesn’t know
where (or doesn’t have the time) to find it. Your knowledge
of where and who to get something from is invaluable
information that people are willing to pay for.

6. Just as the business that sells something pays its sales
staff, likewise the seller generally pays the finder’s fee.
The seller is the one that makes a profit from the sale and
so usually is the one that pays commissions or finder’s
fees.

7. It is possible to find finder’s fees opportunities
offered in magazines, newspapers, and newsletters. You can
find additional opportunities by doing your own research.
Use your contacts, reference and phone books at the library,
the Internet, persons you know (or don’t know) who might
have the information you need, as well as other sources to
find what is needed.

RESOURCE BOX:

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has been helping clients to earn maximum business profits
for over twenty-five years.

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Are you in a hurry to zip off your qualifications to a prospective employer? If you already have a resume, it may need a little tweaking. If you are changing careers, your resume might need a major overhaul. What if you not have time to revamp the whole thing?

There are times when a friend lets you know about a potential job opening or a neighbor tells you about a job fair in your chosen field and you simply don’t have time to revise your resume 5 times before feeling comfortable enough to print off a copy or two.

If nothing else, take a look at the tips below to ensure your resume is able to pass the employer’s first screening. If you have more time, give your resume a fresh look altogether by using a different format or by adding a summary of qualifications at the top of the page.

Use these quick tips to polish your layout:

1. White space – make sure there is enough white space so that the reader’s eyes can focus on what really matters – those keywords
2. Choose a format that highlights your achievements the best
3. Use tabs to keep your resume aligned perfectly
4. Do not use bullets for every achievement, responsibility or task

Why is the layout so important? Human Resource personnel read so many resumes that they get weary. If your resume is packed with words and offers little in the way of white space, it will not get fully read. In fact, it may barely get scanned. HR people just don’t have time for a “loaded” resume.

Here are some guidelines for your content:

1. Be concise – state what you need to, be brief, pack a punch, then hush.
2. Upgrade your words using powerful action verbs in your
3. Proofread again and again
4. Eliminate slang, jargon, acronyms and unrelated personal information

Why is the content so important? Ok, if you really have to ask yourself that, you’re in trouble. Seriously, though, making sure the content flows well, is packed with energy and shows proof of your accomplishments, an employer will take more time to read it through.

Even if you are only taking a short period of time to update your resume, make the most of the time you have and present yourself in the best possible way. Your resume has to be outstanding, or it will not help you get off to a good start with a prospective employer.

Whether you are attempting a quick fix or a fully revamped resume, make it awesome. Second best in the job search means you don’t have a job.

If you’re looking for a job in this increasingly competitive job market your best chance of securing that job is via a great resume. Remember that a number of jobs are being outsourced so the remaining choice jobs are even harder to come by. The more you can convince an employer that you are the perfect candidate for the position the easier it will be for you to land the job of your dreams.

The first thing you might ask is: “What is a resume?” A resume is a document that informs your potential employer of your experiences, and accomplishments in the best possible light. It also lets your potential employer know what it is you are looking for and what your expectations are as well. It can also state any personal attributes that may impact in a positive manner on your job performance. Examples of this would be an ability to work under stress, punctuality, ability to communicate well with others.

It helps to know in advance what your prospective employer is looking for in an employee. Some of the key qualities are a willingness to share information and ideas. Another is one’s ability to work within a team. Responsiveness to change is important in that it demonstrates a degree of flexibility in the work environment. It also demonstrates a willingness to take risks with new ideas and products.

The first item in your resume is the cover letter. This is the introduction to your personal resume and must be interesting enough to entice the potential employer to proceed further. First address the cover letter to a specific person in charge of resource management. The paper and fonts used should be basic and not distract from the content of the resume. Use the “KISS” principle by keeping your cover letter short and to the point. In your opening you should list why you are writing. Then in the next paragraph ask for the job you are interested in obtaining and explain why you are the best person for the job. Then thank the reader for their time and make sure you leave your phone number and/or e-mail address so that the employer may contact you if any questions arise.

In the resume itself you should list your job descriptions in a chronological order starting with the most recent job descriptions first and then moving backwards. List any technical knowledge first, in an organized manner. Use action verbs and portray yourself as a “go-getter”. Leave out unnecessary personal information. Be concise.

The most common mistakes to avoid are being too verbose. One page should suffice. Do not use fancy paper or fonts, they detract from the content of the resume. Outdated or useless information will also detract from the resume. The most common error of all is selling yourself short. Let the employer know how truly valuable you are.

With these tips you should be able to increase your chances of obtaining that job you want. Interested in this subject? Try this link for more of the same.

Albert was born in New Orleans, La. At the age of 22 he attended LSU where he attained his doctor’s degree. He then joined the U.S. Navy as a staff officer and was able to see much of the world. It was during his stint with the navy that he discovered his passion for travel. Upon retirement, he decided to settle down in the Orient and enjoy life and all the wonders that the Orient had to offer. He remains there still and indulges himself in his primary hobby: travel.