Fred Ritchin puts forward a positive set of solutions for a new, non-linear photojournalism in his essay, ‘Witnessing and the Web'. It’s refreshing to read some concrete suggestions, rather than airy speculation. I’ve started working on implementing some of his ideas myself. Mainly the idea that a photograph should become more ‘malleable’—by allowing viewers to ‘flip over’ each corner of an image they’re able to reveal more information about the location, the photographer, other related photographs, and so on.
There is a solution to many of the above problems. It is a complex, vital, sweeping solution, that will require much more sophistication than “f-8 and be there” or “I use my camera like a toothbrush. It does the job,” to name but two of the rather macho aphorisms that emanate from the “shooters’ camp.” (The term “shooter,” prevalent among press photographers in the US, is one of the least fortunate self-descriptions of which I am aware.)The solution I have in mind involves a simultaneous elevation of the photographer to author and his or her downgrading from authority to discussant; an overt embrace of certain aspects of media malleability, including its potentials for synergy; an active solicitation of divergent points of view as well as layers of context; and the empowerment of reader and, whenever possible, the subject. The victimized subject, long a popular icon, would be able to participate more actively in their own rendering, while the powerful ones should lose their edge. For all its flaws, the World Wide Web can provide the platform through which much of this can be done.
These ceiling artworks by Vitalstrats adds up to the unique ambiance of Mr. Kurosawa Japanese Restaurant at the Eastwood Mall. The artworks are adapted from existing Japanese photos. They are re-drawn in freehand, and digitally altered/enhanced.
Funny how an experts opinion is quantified with 40 slides and the cost of an internal team trip to SD zoo is qualified with results that still seem abstract. The solution isn't about finding the barrier in yourself or random hunting. It's about challenging convictions that have not been questioned. Or just thru relevant observation skills.
Good heath care reform can be passed based on three simple principals which could also probably fit on just a couple of pieces of paper:
Insurance companies can not deny or drop coverage for anyone, no matter what.
Everyone has to have health insurance and the Federal government (not the state) will pick up the tab for poor people.
No more state centric health insurance regulation. End of story. The federal government has the authority to regulate interstate commerce, so make heath insurance industry operate under this definition.
Thats all we will need, not 1300 pages of progressive congressional bunk junk.
If you listen to the chattering class items 1 and 2 are almost for sure to happen, but the real ingredient is item 3.
Competition is key for a functioning health insurance market place in the United States. A public option will only provide a stupid overlay of a junk over 50 different monopolized systems.
Mr. President, the second your pen leaves the paper of any law with a public option, my employer will dump me and my family on your government run plan.
So Mr. President your lying when you say: "If you want to keep your health care you can, no one is going to make you change your doctor."
To cut a long story short, with some assistance from one of my colleagues, this branding effort was packaged up to a WSP and tested via restoring the site to another SharePoint box, via both the content DB attach and “STSADM –o restore” methods.
Using Tpad’s flexible mobile VoIP services makes connecting to customers and staff easy at home and abroad
Technology has opened new avenues of opportunity as well as created new challenges, the first being simply to keep abreast of the innovations and deciding which will work for your company. Tpad understands the importance crystal-clear communications to the progress and profits of a business. As a telephony provider for mobile VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol), Tpad ensures that small business enterprises have more options in the ways they communicate with their customers as well as members of their organization in many different locations.
System flexibility and operational costs are two genuine concerns for every company, no matter whether they are a group of entrepreneurs in collaboration or an established business with several employees. As more companies employ individuals from remote locations the need for international VoIP and mobile Wi-Fi has focused attention on Tpad’s innovative approach.
Tpad has designed several packages that can be customized to the communication needs of growing companies throughout the world. One service that has been eagerly received by small to medium sized enterprises is the ultra-flexible IP PBX system, which enables them to reduce overhead costs while increasing their competitive edge.
Using the most advanced VoIP technology, Tpad is focused on providing businesses with uncomplicated telephony solutions that are on par or surpass the level of communication quality offered by Vonage and Packet8.Commenting on the need for business to take a second look at Voice over Internet Protocol technology, Simon Jones, Sales Director of Tpad said: “VoIP technology has evolved rapidly over the past three years to include an extensive array of benefits and features that many companies can use to move their business forward. Tpad has developed these economical and user-friendly communication solutions to attract and advance a company’s goals.”Many customers of the VoIP services offered by Tpad turn to this communication solution for exactly these reasons. Tpad is aware that client care and responsiveness to the needs of the marketplace are just as important as state-of-the-art facilities and equipment. “Companies have specific business goals and unique characters.” said Jones. “With the need for increased productivity rising, we keep the timeline between the decision to use Tpad’s telephony to installation and use as short as possible. Rather than dedicate an extensive amount of time for installation and training, companies who select Tpad are able to focus their attention of developing and reinforcing their brand.”Not only at the beginning or during the installation process is client care a valuable resource, but also on a day-to-day basis, each of the account advisors are highly qualified, respectful of your time and priorities. As a company that offers communication services, the Tpad company takes your business goals as seriously as you do; from initial contact to growth through the various stages of your enterprise. Tpad as a provider of global telephone communication solutions that proves that quality can be affordable with the satisfaction of customer’s preferences as the motivation. Companies can contact a Tpad representative with their requirements and a communication system can be developed to suit their budget as well as company style, by using the online customer enquiry form at: http://www.tpad.com/business/ or by telephone: +44 (0) 845 122 1746.About Tpad (www.tpad.com): Tpad, the world's most flexible communications company, offers next-generation telephone systems for consumers and businesses. Tpad's new telephone systems make it easier and cheaper for people and businesses to stay in touch using any device, on any network, anytime, anywhere. The ever-expanding global IP telephony company is based in the UK and has offices in the UAE. Tpad’s telephone systems are fully compatible with any SIP or VoIP telephone device; softphones (Xlite, ZoIPer or SJPhone), ATAs and IP phones (Linksys, Snom, Aastra, Yealink and Grandstream) as well as Wi-Fi mobile phones (Nokia E and N series).
Global partners and proprietary software makes Tpad the smart business choice for companies of every size.
To remain competitive in today's marketplace, entrepreneurs as well as large companies are turning to innovative technologies for communication solutions that will reduce business expenditures and increase profits. Leading the field of major contenders for telecommunication provision is Tpad, which operates a peer-to-peer VoIP network that uses a proprietary freeware softphone. This plus the use of Session Initiation Protocol (SIP) creates the outstanding difference between the method in which Tpad and its top competitor Skype operate resulting in tremendous cost savings for Tpad customers. According to Steve Smart, the CEO of Tpad, this advantage is available to everyone, who stated recently:
"Today with this advanced VoIP technology, companies of all sizes as well as individuals can improve the quality of their communications with or without Internet access."
Tpad is dedicated to providing client care that exceeds the current standard of customer service at some telecommunications companies. This benefit is enhanced by the fact that Tpad customers can avoid call charges completely when they call other Tpad customers (IP-to-IP calling), plus make calls to the PSTN network to any country in the world via any SIP compatible device (ATA, IP phone, softphone, Wi-Fi mobile). Small business enterprise customers enjoy several other beneficial features by using the Tpad softphone such as; free SIP telephone number, voicemail to email, call forwarding to PSTN service, DID local number access and device compatibility via the SIP standard.
The company which uses open standards for call management has offices in both the UK and UAE, began in 2006 with private funding and has quickly garnered partners such as Nokia and Voxbone. From 2008 Tpad customers that use Nokia mobile devices are ensured reliable Internet access via Wi-Fi Mobile service, regardless of where they are located on the globe. Through Tpad's partnership with Voxbone, customers are afforded clear communications locally through Direct Inward Dialling (DID). Voxbone is a provider to international carriers of VoIP origination services to business call centers, next generation networks and calling card operations, the company has gained the market position as the smart business choice for entrepreneurs and companies.
The task of increasing market share demands high quality communications: businesses need reliable services to stay in touch with their global audience. Operational costs are always a top consideration when selecting a service provider and Tpad customers using local access DID numbers are saving money and enhancing their business image by receiving calls from landlines to their direct local number from over 40 countries.
With a broad selection of next-generation telephony solutions available, Tpad is quickly evolving to become an industry leader. For small business enterprises and individuals around the globe who desire cost savings, responsive customer service as well as cutting-edge technology. Tpad's service packages are flexible and easy to customise; there are no hidden charges, you select the services and the bespoke call packages that best suit your needs and pay on a monthly basis accordingly.
Client care representatives are knowledgeable in every aspect of Tpad’s service offerings. They are standing by ready to assist you configure the VoIP solution that will produce the results you desire without intensive training, prolonged installation time or expensive equipment. To begin saving money on your communications services, contact the Tpad client management support team at: +44 (0) 845 122 1746 or complete our customer enquiry form online at: http://www.tpad.com/business/ for a free quote tailored to your business needs.
About Tpad (www.tpad.com): Tpad, the world's most flexible communications company, offers next-generation telephone systems for consumers and businesses. Tpad's new telephone systems make it easier and cheaper for people and businesses to stay in touch using any device, on any network, anytime, anywhere. The ever-expanding global IP telephony company is based in the UK and has offices in the UAE. Tpad’s telephone systems are fully compatible with any SIP or VoIP telephone device; softphones (Xlite, ZoIPer or SJPhone), ATAs and IP phones (Linksys, Snom, Aastra, Yealink and Grandstream) as well as Wi-Fi mobile phones (Nokia E and N series).
Why Your Documentation is Useless and How to Fix It
This is by far the best resource yet for really understanding the documentation philosophy behind the tools we create at Blue Mango. Check it out if you want to learn how to create documentation that is like an MP3 library, created in bite-sized chunks and assembled with velcro (that will all make sense after you watch the video).
The webinar is about 1 hour long and 150 MB in size. We have also prepared a PDF version of the slides.
I came across this blog entry (and video) about fixing your documentation. It is absolutely brilliant, and I came away with many ideas to help in this area.
The examples of what does not work and why. Then the solutions on how to fix it, is really something every business and person working on any kind of documentation or support should watch. There many great points that really help out.
Whether you are new to sales or you are an old hand, one of the first things you will discover in sales is how important it is for you to know your stuff.Now I am not talking about all the speeds, feeds, bells and whistles your products or services has but more importantly if your customer is talking to three different vendors, what makes you different.So before you ever make a call or an appointment you need to prepare and part of preparation before that first dial is to know your stuff.
The first thought that may come to your mind is my product is cheaper.My recommendation for you even if your product is the cheapest, do not tell anyone.We will puff out our chest and brag about how cheap our product thinking this one little fact makes for an easy sale.If I was the customer I would be wondering why it is the cheapest.Is it because it was cheaply made, it is going to break quickly, what is missing?Always think like the customer and whatever you tell them, just ponder about what you would think if you were the customer.
There may be many companies out there similar to yours that is selling a lot of what your company sells, but I promise you there will be differences between you and your competition.You are one of those differences!You want to develop a good company story that you know like the back of your hand.You need to be able to spout your company story off without even thinking.I am sure your company wants to do more than just push hardware but sell solutions.In order to sell solutions you must first understand what you sell and the benefits of those solutions.
The best way for you to practice these things is to write them down, so you have some homework to do.Let me help you by asking these questions:
1.What are the top five things that make your company different from your competitors?
2.What are the top five strengths of your company?
3.What are the top five things that your company is an expert in?
4.Make a list of all of your product and services (solutions) you sell.This list could be five items or fifty items depending on what you sell.Try to focus on the solutions you sell not necessary the parts and pieces.
Here is your homework you need to submit.Email me (robin@thesalesfactor.net)with five benefits for your best solution you sell.Make sure your answers are from the customer’s perspective and not your own.What does each of the solutions “buy your customer”?Put yourself into your customer’s shoes.If you were the customer what benefits to your company would this solution give?You can now take these answers you have developed and put them on 3 x 5 cards.Write the solution on one side and the benefits on the others.You can do this for each solution you sell.This is a good exercise for even the old timers to do to help stay fresh with your solutions.This is a good way for new Sales Representatives to learn the solutions that is offered and how to identify valid opportunities.
The person that submits the most award winning answer will be recognized in my blog!Remember that you the sales rep also make your company different.What do you do different that other sales people? Before you make your calls this week, do your homework.What are the five benefits to your best solution?Email me at robin@thesalesfactor.net
