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Thursday, August 2, 2012

Community Magazine – Chicken, Charred Tomato & Broccoli Salad

This simple but substantial main-course salad gets its goodness from smoky skillet-blackened tomatoes and a dressing prepared right in the pan—maximizing all the flavor from the tomatoes.More...

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Community Magazine – Money gone with wind but returned to stunned grandfather

Grandfather who watched £1,000 cash blow away after he tripped outside bank stunned as kind strangers return almost every penny.

Onlookers - mainly teenagers and young people - began grabbing the notes and managed to collect all but £20
Grandfather says the kindness shows 'there is still some decency' in the world

A grandfather who fell outside a bank and saw his £1,000 in cash blow away in the wind was amazed when strangers returned almost every penny.

Barry Eastwood, 54, had left the Abbey Santander branch in Cheetham Hill, Manchester, after withdrawing the money for his car insurance.

But as he crossed the road, Mr Eastwood tripped and fell on his face, breaking his glasses.

The money was blown from his hand and Barry went back to his car with just £60 left.

His son Richard, 29, who had been waiting for him, jumped out to try and recover some of it.

But to their amazement, dozens of passers-by began grabbing the notes as fast as they could, and returning them.

The onlookers, all aged between about 12 and 25, managed to collect almost every note except one £20.

The grandfather of 13, said: 'The money went flying in the air. I saw all these young lads started grabbing the notes and I thought I’ve got no chance here.

'But they brought it all back back - I couldn’t believe it! They were jumping up and catching the notes - it’s a shame no one had a camera.

'There must have been about 20 lads - they were all young lads. I ended up with all the money back bar £20.'

Former labourer Mr Eastwood, of Salford, who has had to retire due to heart problems, was even handed back his passport and bank card which he had also dropped.

'It was absolutely brilliant. Especially in this day and age the way people are,' he said.

'I would like to say a big thanks to all the people that helped retrieve my money and for their kindness and genuine show of concern.

'I just felt this was a story to be shared. It has given me a sense that all is not lost and that there is still some decency in this deteriorating world.

'Thanks to everyone,' he said.

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Community Magazine – How not to drive a Lamborghini

Watch someone oversteer a £150,000 Gallardo into trouble…

Well this looks rather embarrassing. Human buys vastly expensive Lamborghini Gallardo. Human tries to turn left. Human invents his very own, very silly game of traffic Tetris.

Nobody was injured in the accident, which happened in Chicago and landed online a few days ago... More...

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Community Magazine – Quit Smoking This Minute With These Good Ideas!

Some believe that stopping smoking is as simple as trashing their tobacco products and using sheer willpower to beat back cravings. There are easier ways then brute force willpower alone. There are a variety of techniques and aids you can use to help you successfully quit smoking.

Create a special spot and set aside the funds you would have used to purchase cigarettes. After you reach a big goal, use the money to reward yourself. Smoking is expensive, so you might see that money you save by not doing it can buy you a short getaway!

Make a list and itemize all the methods you will use to make this lofty goal. Creating a personalized, quitting smoking list will help to increase the likelihood that you will be able to successfully quit.

There are typically many different ways for accomplishing any given goal, and the people vary in which of these ways will be most effective for them. Discovering what will work best for your particular circumstances is crucial. Create your own personalized plan for quitting.

If you are a good writer, create a song that outlines your goals for quitting smoking. Read it to yourself often, as a reminder of why you are quitting. It's a proven way to aid in the process to quit smoking.

Let family and friends know that you plan to quit smoking. They will push you to continue with your quitting journey. A support system can be tremendously valuable. Getting help from other people makes you more likely to succeed.

If you need some extra motivation to quit smoking, keep your family and anyone else that would be affected if you were to get sick because this habit in your mind. In America, about 20% of all deaths are from smoking-related illnesses. Do your best not to become a statistic.

Allow yourself three attempts at quitting. Try quitting cold turkey the first time around. Your chances of success are only five percent, but you might be that one in twenty. When you quit a second time, dial it down gradually. If that fails, pull out all the stops. Join a support group in person or online and discuss prescription options with your medical provider.

It takes commitment to get through the process of quitting, meaning you need to make the decision to do so. A lot of people aren't successful because they aren't in the correct mindset or they easily give up. Remember why you want to quit, and remind yourself often.

Those that are creative, expound the virtues of using a journal in theirquitting smoking journey. Many smokers smoke as a way to relax. If you keep a journal, you'll be able to see which situations stress out out, trigger your habit and lead to cravings. You'll also be able to write down your problems which will help you to work them out. A diary also has the added benefit of being free!

Cravings will hit you, even a few years after quitting. It is crucial that you don't indulge in even a single puff. Reaffirm the effort you went through to reach the point you are at now. Is it worth the risk and trouble again?

Develop a good understanding of where and when you smoke the most. When do you want to smoke the most? If you're prepared for tobacco cravings, you'll be prepared to deal with them and will be less likely to give in to temptation.

Try quitting with a friend. Finding someone who shares the same goals as you can increase your level of motivation. On top of creating a support system, the two of you can find alternative activities to replace your smoking habits together. In addition, you can share with each other the knowledge you've both learned so that you can both quit.

Taking away the reminders and triggers that make you want to smoke can also help you to stop smoking. Get rid of lighters and ashtrays. Clean your carpets, drapes and furniture as well as your linens, towels and clothing to remove the stench of smoke. Doing these things will make it less likely that you will be reminded about smoking and wind up with a cigarette craving.

If you feel your cravings are becoming too much, call a loved one for support. Whether it is a friend or a family member, reach out and share your feelings of temptation. Not only is talking a good way to distract yourself from your cravings, you'll also likely get the encouragement you need to recommit to quitting.

Schedule your time so that you frequent locations which prohibit smoking, especially when you first quit. For example, you might plan to spend the day at a local museum or discount cinema with friends. If you're taking your coffee break, avoid places where you used to smoke. If you will stay away from places that allow you to smoke, it can help you stave off cravings.

Use the Internet to find support. Participate in online support groups. There are many websites that are devoted to supporting those that are looking to quit smoking.

You may find it helpful to compare quitting techniques with others. Also, other quitters next to you can help you see everyone's struggles through this journey.

Hopefully, with the information in this article, you will be better informed of the steps you can take to quit smoking. If you've decided to quit, you have to expect that you'll experience some pangs and longings. However, you'll be able to resist these feelings more easily if you carefully follow the advice provided here.More...

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Community Magazine – Meet the new BMW 3 Series Touring

The new BMW 3 Series Touring offers ten litres more boot space than the Mercedes-Benz C-Class estate. Ten litres!

It also beats the Audi A4 Avant's piffling rear deck by five litres. That's five whole litres of extra Things you can stack into the rear of the new Three! Seats down, you're presented with 1,500 litres of storage facility.

Just three months after the BMW 3-Seriessaloon went on sale, comes its more sensible and practical sibling; Watson to the saloon's Holmes, if you'll permit such a tenuous analogy. BMW tells us the new 3-Series Touring is 97mm longer overall, and 50mm longer in the wheelbase than its predecessor, which translates into 17mm extra knee room and 9mm more headroom in the back. That's good. Knees and heads are quite handy to have.

Gallery: the new BMW 3 Series Touring

The boot is also electrically powered - as standard - and the upper glass area is capable of opening on its own too. If you specify the ‘Comfort Access' option and wave a strategically placed foot under the rear bumper, the boot will magically spring open. Progress!

When it hits the UK, it'll be launched with just three engine options - with more to follow - including the 2.0-litre turbocharged diesel 320d, producing 184bhp and 280lb ft of torque while returning 61.4mpg, and the 2.0-litre TwinPower petrol engine in the 328i. That classic moniker in this new generation means 245bhp and a 0-62mph time of six seconds. Oh, and you get 41.5mpg too. More...

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Sunday, February 6, 2011

Hulme Life - Travel Jobs & How to Make Money While You Travel

Ever had the desire to quit your lame 9 to 5 job, tell your boss to shove it, pack up and start traveling the world?

All of us have had that desire at one point! The thing that stopped you was probably the same thing that stops most people: money.

“How will I pay for my flights, food, lodging, transportation, yada, yada, yada,” you asked yourself.

Don’t let these concerns bother you too much, because there is an underground, growing group of travelers who are utilizing some simple but hidden techniques to make significant incomes while traveling.

Here’s an overview of how we make money traveling and by landing travel jobs:

Underground Travel Income Method #1 – Traditional Travel Job - Hold a job that either a) pays for us to travel or b) is located in the place we wish to travel to. This is the lowest paying and most complicated method of all, but is the most commonplace.

Common jobs that pay for travels are for professional speakers, salespeople, package couriers, flight attendants, travel nurses/doctors, conservationists, cruise ship workers, etc.

Travel jobs located in the places we wish to go to can be any of the above, but also are specific to the location we travel to. There are some FUN jobs overseas that are looking for foreign workers!

Underground Travel Income Method #2 – Travel Writing – Travel writing jobs for magazines are more common than you may imagine. However, there are LOADS of other ways to write as you travel and make money, including blogging, picking up projects from sites like Elance and Guru, and writing travel guides, both online and offline.

Underground Travel Income Method #3 – Selling Affiliate Products – Using a simple website, you can drive online traffic to a product that will be of interest to your online followers. Don’t be intimidated by this! It can be as easy as using your very own Facebook or Myspace profile. Affiliate products typically pay 50% to 75%, so you can make a very healthy income for selling just a few objects.

Underground Travel Income Method #4 – Filming Your Adventures – If you’ve got the camera out and you’re taking pictures, why not switch it to ‘film’ mode and make money from it? You simply make a video of your destinations using iMovie or Windows Movie Maker, then use your videos to create a customer base!

Underground Travel Income Method #5 – Podcasting – If filming scares you off or intimidates you, you can make an iTunes podcast. It is easier than ever to get listed in iTunes and there’s a HUGE audience of podcast listeners. Simply talk about the places you visit two or three times a week and watch how your following grows… and how your bank account grows!

Underground Travel Income Method # 6 – Ebay – The common misconception about Ebay is that you have to sell a physical product to make money. Here’s the trick: You can set up a fulfillment house to ship your product (or hire your little sister or the neighborhood kid). All you have to do is create your Ebay post from an internet café and collect the money!

Take any one of these six ‘travel job’ methods, and there are hundreds of travelers all over the world making more money than they would at a regular ‘job…’ and they’re living it up at exotic, world-class destinations. Take your pick, and take action on the ideas here!

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Wednesday, February 2, 2011

Hulme Life manchester - Oldham Street – The Perfect Lounge for Soothing Live Music

Created in 1772, Oldham Street was named after the Parish Constable, Adam Oldham. The street runs from Piccadilly to Great Ancoats Street, which is situated on the edge of Ancoats, an industrial suburb. It continues to go beyond this area, reaching northwards of Oldham Road.

Known for its numerous record shops, Oldham Street is a place that attracts countless music lovers. An independent music venue, there are different record shops available. Situated down the street, some of the stores are Clampdown Records, Eastern Bloc, Big Pink, Vinyl Exchange, Butterfly Records, Vinyl Revival and the most famed music shop known as Piccadilly Records. Surrounding the street, the wealth of music stores is astounding, which has an abundance of collectibles and vinyl of different genres. The music available ranges from the classical sounds of soul, folk, rhythm and blues to the contemporary music of techno. These second hand stores specialize in vinyl, creating its most common nickname "The Vinyl Valley".

At the end of Ancoats Street lies a comedy club that many visit for a hilarious standup comedy session. The Frog and Bucket Comedy Club brings top notch stand up acts who have appeared at the club to perform. These acts have claimed high ranking on the comedic meter from the audience who have been enthralled by their humorous performances.

A Street filled with varying entertainment; there are many charming cafes situated in the area. Such a café is the Night and Day Café. This is a popular café that provides a bar and live music for entertainment. This combination of a hot relaxing coffee and a music venue provides an important platform for many emerging Manchester talent of young locals. With organized live gigs that take place most of the week, it also gives the limelight to international artistes. Originally a fish and chips shop, the café is synonymous with the growing scene of live music in the city. Providing a relaxed environment, there is a wide selection of food and drinks.

Another great addition to the Oldham Street is Holier Than Thou, a prominent piercing studio. It is regarded one of the best piercing shops in the city that also sells a wide variety of jewelry. Other attractions include Forbidden Planet, Afflecks and Oxfam Originals.

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Hulme Life Manchester – Manchester Tourist Information

Manchester is a huge city that is widely considered as the 'capital of the North'. In all of Europe, it is the fourteenth most populous city and has been voted as the most successful area to run a business (UK Business Leaders, 2006). Manchester is probably the fasted growing city in the country with regards to economic status.

There are many attractions in the city and for a cultural experience of Manchester visitors can go to The Royal Exchange Theatre. It is unique in its design as the stage is circular in shape with seating starting less than nine metres away from the stage. This enables visitors to have an excellent view regardless of seating position. The architectural design of the theatre itself is fascinating as it has a seven sided glass wall resting on pillars made from marble. It has been built over The Cotton Exchange which was historically, globally recognised as the largest commerce space.

Another great place to visit is the Manchester Art Gallery which has won many awards including 'Large Visitor Attraction of The Year' and 'England's Northwest Tourism Awards 2008'. There are a wide range of artwork collections that are showcased throughout the gallery predominantly looking at Fine Art, Decorative Art and Costume. The Fine Art Collection illustrates the work of internationally recognised Pre-Raphaelite alongside British and European paintings from the seventeenth century. The Decorative art gallery focuses on ceramic and glass design whereas the Gallery of Costume highlights historic dress codes, stemming back from the sixteenth century to modern day.

For a historic foundation of Manchester you can go to Castlefield. Located in the South West of the city, Castefield is a heritage park that shows you Manchester's industrial roots. Visitors can explore the canal systems and museums. To accompany this they can take long walks to digest the industrial landscape. Alternatively, you are able to go on boat trips or eat and drink at the waterside pubs available. A large number of buildings have been redeveloped to appear restored and have gone through severe renovation. Castlefield also has an outdoor event arena, which was recently constructed and is situated at the waters edge.

For shopping, visitors can go to The Trafford Centre which has a beautifully designed interior consisting of gold coloured pillars and magnificent chandeliers. The indoor shopping centre has a variety of designer retail stores including Dolce & Gabbana, Fornarina, Dkny, Diesel, Chloe, French Connection, Karen Millen, Marc Jacobs, Max Mara and many more. It also has a large food court housing popular restaurants such as Pizza Express, La Tasca, Nandos, TGI Fridays and Pizza Hut.

Manchester has an exciting and vibrant nightlife with many clubs, bars and cafe where visitors can relax and enjoy a night out. Pure is a large nightclub, which has a capacity for 2,600 people, with two dance rooms playing music from the seventies, eighties and nineties. There are also many bars such as Cocoa Room and newly built sky bar called Cloud 23 which is owned by Hilton and is immediately becoming the best above ground level bar in the city.

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Hulme Life Manchester - 50 Facts About Manchester United

1 . Manchester United play at Old Trafford

2. Manchester United were formally known as Newton Heath LYR Football Club.

3. Newton Heath formed in 1878 and turn professional in 1885.
4. Alex Ferguson is the longest Serving Manager.
5. Manchester United formed in 1902.
6. Matt Busby was the manager when Manchester United won their first European Cup.

7. As of end of 2010 Manchester United have won 18 league title.

8. As of end of 2010 Manchester United have won 11 FA Cups
9. The Manchester Untied Club Crest is derived from the Manchester City Council Coat of Arms.
10. Newton Heath originally played on North Road.
11. Newton Heath were evicted in June 1893 from North Road by its owners, Manchester Deans and Canons, who felt it was inappropriate for the club to charge an entry fee to the ground.
12. Denise Law is the player who scored most goals in one season totaling 46 in all competitions

13. Manchester United first won the league in 1908.
14. A year later in 1909 Manchester United won their first FA Cup.
15. Manchester United started playing at Old Trafford in 1909

16. Manchester United has the highest average attendance of any team in Europe.

17. Manchester United's first trophy was the Manchester Cup.

18. Manchester United's first national honour came in 1908 when they won the Football League first division.

19. Manchester United main rivals are Manchester City and Liverpool

20. Manchester United once played their home games at the former home of Manchester City, Maine Road

whilst Old Trafford was being reconstructed after Second World War bombings.

21.The Manchester United Supports Club is the official supports club.
22. Manchester united were the first football club to be float on the London Stock Exchange in 1991.
23. Sharp Electronics became Manchester United's first shirt sponsor.
24. The kit first manufacturer was Umbro.
25. Manchester United current Chairmen are Joel Glazer & Avram Glazer.
26. John Chapman was the first manager outside of England to manage Manchester United.
27. Manchester United have won the European Cup three times.
28. Ryan Giggs has made most appearances for Manchester United.
29. Harold Harse and George Best are the only two player to score sex goals in one game.
30. George Best, Denise Laws, Bobby Charlton and Cristiano Ronaldo have won the Ballon d'Or whilst playing for Manchester United.
31. Dimitar Berbatov is currently the highest transfer fee Manchester United have paid for a player.
32. The first transfer for which Manchester United (then Newton Heath) had to pay a fee was the transfer of Gilbert Godsmark from Ashford in January 1900.
33. Manchester United's first 100,000 signing was for Denise Law.
34. Cristiano Ronaldo's 80 Million pound transfer to Real Madrid was the highest Manchester United have recouped.
35. Jack Robson was Manchester United's first full time manager.
36. Manchester United's record win came against Anderlecht in the European Cup beating them 10-0.
37. Manchester United's record defeat came against Blackburn Rovers in 1926 losing 7-0
38. Manchester United's record FA Cup defeat was to the hands of Burnley in 1901 losing 1-7.
39. Manchester United's longest unbeaten run is 45 games from 26 December 1998 to 3 October 1999.
40. Manchester United's Most League goals scored in a season is 103 in the seasons 1956-57 & 1957-58.
41. The highest home attendance for Manchester United was at Maine Road totalling 83260 people.
42. The highest away attendance was against real Madrid in the European cup totalling 135000 in 1957.
43. The longest streak Manchester United have gone without conceding a goal is 14 matches in 2008/2009 season.
44. Ryan Giggs scored Manchester United's fast goal in 14 seconds.
45. Ruud Van Nisterooy is the player to score most goals in consecutive matches scoring 10.
46. David Gaskell is the youngest first team to play for Manchester United at ages 16 years and 19 days.
47. Manchester United were the first team to win the Premier League
48. Manchester United hold the record for the most Premier league records.
49. Manchester United hold the record with Liverpool for most Football League titles.
50. The honorary president of Manchester United is Martin Edwards

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Hulme Life - High Fibre Foods List

"Fibre regulates bowel movements, normalizes blood sugar and cholesterol levels. There are many foods that can be used in our bodies for natural forms of fibre".

Here are some of these:

Whole grains: They come in many forms, such as bread, muffins, and breakfast cereal. The great thing about them is that they are inexpensive, and they are easy to come by. It should be noted however, that if you decide to eat a large amount of whole grains, that you should also drink lots of water. Whole grains can get clogged up in the bowels, and then this will counteract the reason why you ate this fibre in the first place!

Fruits: Besides the fact that fruits just taste great, and are naturally sweet, they are full of fibre. Fruits are also 50%+ water, so this is truly a great natural combination. You should eat fruits like raspberries, cherries, grapes, peaches, and apricots. The last 3 fruits work really well when you eat them as dried fruit (ex: raisins). Plums are in the peach family, and they are well known for their fibre. (dried plums are prunes). Prune juice is known for its fibre, and for getting your digestive tract moving. The apple is the king of fibre... The skin of apples is especially rich in fibre, and the flesh has pectin and malic acid.

Nuts: Eat them all, they are all full of fiber, and they contain natural oils, which are good for your heart health, and your mental well being.

Vegetables: Like fruits, they are packed full of nutrients, flavor, fibre, and water. The best types of vegetables for fibre are your dark greens, potatoes with skin (yes, you can and should eat the skins), celery, salad greens, and cucumbers. These are all also full of water, so you can't lose with any of these.

Beans/Legumes: If you like beans, then you are in luck (if you hate the gas, try pre-soaking them in water for a few hours). Beans have a great dietary profile, being full of protein and fibre and they are also pretty cheap. It only cost pennies to make a meal out of beans that will feed the whole family, and that will keep everyone healthy.

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Hulme Life - Things To Do in Cornwall - Top 5 Things The Whole Family Will Enjoy!

"If you're thinking of visiting Cornwall for your holiday this summer then we all know that there are lot's of things you'll want to do with your family. Cornwall has a whole host of exiting attractions, and here we've compiled what we think are the top 5 things to do in Cornwall".

Top 5 Things To Do in Cornwall 1: The Minack Theatre

Visiting the Minack Theatre has got to be one of the best highlights of your holiday in cornwall. The setting is breathtaking and the scenery beautiful. The Minack theatre was built by Rowena Cade in 1931 and offers plenty. As well as providing a place to watch live theatre performances outdoors, you can also walk round during the day and marvel at the scenery that this place has to offer. Definatley one of the things you need to do whilst visiting Cornwall!

Top 5 Things To Do In Cornwall #2: Tintagel Castle

This brooding 13th century castle sits on the rugged and needless to say, spectacular Atlantic coast in Cornwall. It's most definatley a diamond jewel of all the cornish hotels and boasts it's own private beach, and is also dog and pet friendly. Visit this place if you're someone who appreciates art, natural beauty and love a bit of relaxation.

Top 5 Things To Do In Cornwall 3: The Hidden Valley Discovery Park

The hidden valley discovery park is said to be one of Cornwall's best kept secrets! it's an extraordinary place that is probably like nothing else you've ever experienced. Imagination flows from every corner of this place, with lot's of little hidden delights. if your visiting cornwall with family then you're sure to have lot's of fun here. Attractions range from the hunt for the lost crystal, the hobbit trail, the secret garden and maze, and you can even do a spot of fishing too!

Top 5 Things To Do In Cornwall 4: China Clay Country Park

The china clay country park in St Austell takes you on a journey that tells the story of all the men, women and children who lived and worked in the shadow of the clay tips in St Austell. Dating back to 1746 to the present day, the museum sits right next to a modern day clay pit which can be seen from a spectacular viewing platform. It also boasts 26 acres of country park with woodland walks, Cornwall's largest working waterwheel aswell as a gift shop and cafe.

Top 5 Things To Do In Cornwall 5: Cotehole (National Trust)

Cotehole is a tudor house with many stories and legends and is situated in St Dominick, near Saltash. You can go inside the house which is covered in tapestries and adorned with textiles, arms and armour. It's a magical experience where nothing has really changed over the years. You can also see some amazing views if you climb the 18th century prospect tower folly. Cotehole quay is also the home of the restored tamar sailing barge shamrock.

There are also lot's of old buildings along the quay that house the Edgcumbe Arms tea rooms and an outstation of the national maritmie museum. Definatley worth a visit during your cornwall holiday! So, there you go, 5 of what we think are Cornwall's top attractions. You'll find that Kernow is a very special place to visit, whether it's activities such as gentle cliff walks, to watching extreme sports like kite surfing and coasteering, you can see there are lot's of things to do in Cornwall for all the family.

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Hulme Life - 5 easy & healthy weekday family meals for only £20!

If you're still feeling the New Year pinch financially, and you can pinch more than an inch that you would like to lose, then a simple but extremely effective practical cooking tip is to plan your meals, buy what you need and stay within your budget.

Here's a menu for 5 easy recipes which will cost you a mere £20! All these easy recipes are on the website, just click on the links below.

I cannot stress how important planning is when it comes to meals. It takes just a few minutes over a cup of tea to work out who is where in the week, and to plan suitable meals around the activities.

Don't think it's restricting - it's actually liberating and allows you to make the most of your free time knowing that meals for the week are sorted. You can shop according to what you need and stay within your budget for that week. Everyone's a winner!

Monday - Cottage Pie

Warming start to the week! My easy recipe for cottage pie has a few tweaks to the traditional recipe, including a topping of potato, swede and potato, makes it a hit with the fussiest of kids. It's also got plenty of hidden vegetables so healthy too!

Cooking Tip: If you have time then make double and freeze it for evenings when you only have time to reheat something.

Tuesday - Butternut Squash Soup & Crusty Bread

This is the easiest and healthiest recipe for butternut squash soup in the world! No chopping or peeling required of this tasty but awkward-to-prepare vegetable for this delicious, flavoursome soup.

Top with some fresh sage and dollops of creme fraise to make it a bit special - if you're in the mood! Then add a 60p French Baguette and voila - dinner is served!

Cooking Tip: Bake your squash the night before so you can just throw all the ingredients together, heat blend and serve.

Wednesday - Spaghetti with Pancetta, Tomato & Parmesan

You won't believe how just six simple ingredients can make this delicious, quick and very inexpensive traditional Roman pasta dish! Not only is this dish tasty and delicious, it's also ready from scratch in just 15 minutes.

Cooking Tip: As this recipe is so quick to make, save it for a day when you are especially busy. Any pasta is fine to use if you're not keen on spaghetti, and bacon makes a good substitute for pancetta if you prefer.

Thursday - Moroccan Baked Chicken with Lemon & Coriander Cous Cous

I describe this dish as simply amazing because it is simple, and it really is amazing! A really easy recipe too, just chuck everything in the dish the night before and bake in the oven the following day. Lamb chops work a treat with these flavours if you fancy a change from chicken.

Cooking Tip: This dish is great for mid-week entertaining as minimum preparation is required. If you prepare it the night before it will always taste better, and while it is baking you will have time to quickly put away the toys, make the cous-cous and open some wine!

Friday - Mexican Bean Quesadillas

An easy and tasty end of week healthy treat that the whole family will enjoy!

Serve with a big yummy green salad with feta! Here's how I do it...

You will need a large Romaine lettuce, 300g cherry tomatoes, 100g feta cheese, half a red onion, 3 tablespoons of olive oil and 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar. Shred the lettuce, halve the tomatoes, dice the feta and thinly slice the onion. Combine well, drizzle over the oil & vinegar and serve immediately!

Cooking Tip: Perfect with a Friday night family movie! Quesadillas are definitely a healthy, tasty and cheaper alternative to a frozen pizza!

So, how much have you spent....?

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Five delicious, healthy, easy and tasty meals for an incredible £20! You wouldn't be able to live on ready meals for that! Also, don't forget to print the shopping list to help you get all the correct items.
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Hulme Life - The Importance of Teamwork

Whether in the workplace or on the football field, or even amongst members of a community, effective teamwork can produce incredible results. However, working successfully as a team is not as easy as it may seem. Effective teamwork certainly does not just happen automatically; it takes a great deal of hard work and compromise. There are a number of factors that must be in place to cohere together as a team and work seamlessly.

• Good leadership: Effective leadership is one of the most important components of good teamwork. The team’s leader should possess the skills to create and maintain a positive working environment and motivate and inspire the team members to take a positive approach to work and be highly committed. An effective team leader will promote a high level of morale and make them feel supported and valued.

• Clear communication: Communication is a vital factor of all interpersonal interaction and especially that of a team. Team members must be able to articulate their feelings, express plans and goals, share ideas and see each other’s viewpoints.

• Establishing roles: It is absolutely necessary for team members to understand what their role on the team is, what he/she is responsible for. The team leader can enable this by defining the purpose in a clear-cut manner in the beginning of the formation of the team.

• Conflict Resolution: Conflicts will arise no matter how well a team functions together. The best way to counter conflict is to have structured methods of conflict resolution. Team members should be able to voice their concerns without fear of offending others. Instead of avoiding conflict issues, a hands-on approach that resolves them quickly is much better. It is often advised that the team leader sit with the conflicting parties and help work out their differences without taking sides and trying to remain objective if possible.

• Set a good example: The team leader must set a good example for good teamwork to come about. In order to keep team members positive and committed and motivated, the team leader herself/himself needs to exhibit these qualities. The team looks to the leader for support and guidance so any negativity on the leader’s part can be disastrous.

Regardless of what type of sales you are in, you may one day be asked to be part of a team sales effort, and knowing how to effectively work on and with a team is going to be crucial to your success and that of your team.

Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/team-building-articles/the-importance-of-teamwork-381813.html

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Hulme Life - Top 10 Tallest Players in Nba History

1.) Manute Bol

Height: 7'7'' Weight: 225 Pounds

Manute Bol played 10 seasons in the NBA (1985-1995). He played for four different teams: Washington Bullets, Golden State Warriors, Miami Heat, and Philadelphia 76ers. He averaged 18.7 minutes played per game over his career, but only 4.2 rebounds and 2.6 points per game. Considering all he has to do is catch the ball and lay it into the basketball without jumping, how come he only averaged 2.6 points per game?

He was known for his blocked-shot ability. He set a rookie record in his 1985-1986 rookie season blocking 397 shots. He is also tied for the most blocked shots in one-half with eleven and is tied for the most blocked shots for one quarter with eight, in which he accomplished twice. He still holds the record for most blocked shots per minute with (.176). He also played with Muggsy Bogues during the Bogues 1987 rookie season pairing the tallest and shortest players in NBA history in one season. He is also the only player in NBA history to block more shots then he has scored.
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2.) Gheorghe Muresan

Height: 7'7'' Weight: 303 Pounds

Gheorghe Muresan played only 6 seasons in the NBA (1993-2000). He played for two different teams, the Washington Bullets and New Jersey Nets. He averaged 21.9 minutes per game over his career, but only 6.4 rebounds and 9.8 points per game. Another big man, yet a fairy low rebounds/per game average. Some of you might remember Gheorghe Muresan from the movie "My Giant" (1998), where he starred with Billy Crystal and Kathleen Quinlan.

3.) Yao Ming

Height: 7'6'' Weight: 310 Pounds
Yao Ming played 6 full seasons and is still currently in his 7th season in the NBA (2002-Present). He has played for the Houston Rockets his whole career in the NBA. He averaged 32.6 minutes per game, while ripping down 9.2 rebounds and scoring 19 points per game till this day. Unlike the 2 tallest centers in the NBA, Yao Ming has been a workhorse and knows how to tally a stat sheet and is the only player in the top 10 tallest NBA players that is still playing.

4.) Shawn Bradley

Height: 7'6'' Weight: 275 Pounds

Shawn Bradley played 12 seasons (1993-2005). He has played for three different teams:Philadelphia 76ers, New Jersey Nets, and Dallas Mavericks, where he spent the majority of his career. He averaged 23.5 minutes, 6.3 rebounds and 8.1 points per game during his career. Although he did average 2.5 blocks per game over his career, he has been known for a "Giant" who got dunked on many time.

5.) Chuck Nevitt

Height: 7'5'' Weight:250 Pounds

Chuck Nevitt played 9 seasons in the NBA (1982-1994). He did not play in 3 seasons over the 12 years of his career. He played for five teams throughout his career: Houston Rockets, Los Angeles Lakers, Detroit Pistons, Chicago Bulls, and San Antonio Spurs. He did not play more then 45 games in any season and just averaged 5.3 minutes, 1.5 rebounds, and 1.6 points per game throughout his career. Throughout his career he basically got play time during garbage minutes meaning his team usually had a big lead or was down to much to make a comeback, especially in Detroit. While in Detroit, the fans called Detroit's blow-outs, when Nevitt was able to get his minutes, "Nevitt Time". His nine seasons of minutes played totaled up to be about the length of 18 full NBA games.

6.) Slavko Vranes

Height: 7'5'' Weight: 275 Pounds

Slavko Vranes only played three minutes in one game with the Portland Trailblazers during his entire NBA career (2003-2004). He was drafted by the New York Knicks in 2003, but was released during the season, not playing one minute of any Knicks game. The Portland Trailblazers signed him a month after his release from the New York Knicks to a 10-day contract, where he played his only three minutes in the NBA.

7.) Mark Eaton

Height: 7'4'' Weight: 290 Pounds

Mark Eaton played 11 seasons in the NBA (1982-1993) and spent his whole career with the Utah Jazz. He averaged 28.8 minutes, 7.9 rebounds, and 6.0 points per game throughout his career. Mark Eaton was known for being a monster on defense averaging 3.5 blocks per game over his career and during his third season in the NBA he averaged a whopping 5.6 blocks per game.

8.) Rik Smits

Height: 7'4'' Weight: 265 Pounds

Rik Smits played 12 seasons in the NBA (1988-2000). Just like Mark Eaton, Rik Smits played his NBA career with one team, the Indiana Pacers. He averaged 26.6 minutes played, 6.1 rebounds, and 14.8 points scored per game during his career. Similar to Ralph Sampson and Mark Eaton, Rik Smits has had very a productive career.

9.) Ralph Sampson

Height: 7'4'' Weight: 235 Pounds

Ralph Simpson played 9 seasons in the NBA (1983-1992). He played for four different teams: Houston Rockets, (where he spent the first half of his career), Golden State Warriors, Sacramento Kings, and Washington Bullets. He averaged 29.8 minutes played, 8.8 rebounds, and 15.4 points per game throughout his NBA career. He was teammates with another 7-foot player ,Hakeem Olajuwon, they were nicknamed the "Twin Towers".Throughout the middle of his career he battled knee injuries because of his big frame and when he was traded for the Rockets he was never able to stay healthy for a full season of games battling with knee and back injuries.

10.) Priest Lauderdale

Height: 7'4'' Weight: 325 Pounds

Priest Lauderdale only played 2 seasons in the NBA (1996-1998). He played one season with the Atlanta Hawks and one season with the Denver Nuggets. During his two-year career in the NBA, he averaged 7.1 minutes, 1.9 rebounds, and 3.4 points. After he left the NBA, he went to play basketball in Bulgaria.

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Hulme Life - Thigh Exercises For Women

"For women, shaping the muscles of the thighs is an important fitness goal. A shapely lower body is considered very feminine, and the right proportion of the waist to the hips is part of the equation. It's surprising, but true, thigh toning exercises can be done at home, without equipment and results can be seen in 4-6 weeks".

Also, did you know that thigh and hip toning gadgets are not required if you know which exercises work, and how to do them. Most importantly, thigh exercises are most effective when combined with aerobic exercise and a healthy diet.

This means that women must not only do the right thigh exercises, but also include aerobic exercise and sound nutrition to get best results. The following exercises are the most effective front thigh exercises for women. The routine also includes inner thigh and rear thigh exercises.

For best results, start with 15-20 repetitions and one set. Increase gradually to 2 sets. Complete the routine at least 2 times a week for best results. This is an effective beginner to intermediate toning program.

Please remember that these numbers are general guidelines only. For an optimum program tailored to your needs, please consult a certified personal trainer. If you have any injuries or medical ailments, please obtain a physicians clearance before starting any exercise program.

Wall Squat: Front Thigh Exercise.
Starting Position: – Place your upper back against a smooth wall. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, toes pointed slightly outward. Distribute your body weight equally between both feet and lean back against the wall. Movement: – Inhale, keeping your heels in contact with the floor at all times, slowly lower into a squat position while sliding down the wall. Exhale as you slowly straighten your legs, keeping your head and chest up, returning to the starting position. Repeat as required.

Standing Dumbbell Squats: Front Thigh Exercise.
Starting Position:- Hold a dumbbell in each hand and allow them to hang down at your sides. Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, toes pointed slightly outward. Distribute your body weight equally between both feet. Movement:- Inhale, keeping your heels in contact with the floor at all times, slowly lower into a squat position. Exhale as you slowly straighten your legs, keeping your head and chest up, returning to the starting position. Repeat as required. 5 lb dumbbells work well, but you can start with 2 lbs and then work your way up to 5 lbs within 3-5 weeks.

Lunges: Front Thigh Exercise.
Starting Position: – Assume a standing position with your feet slightly less than shoulder width apart. Grasp a barbell with a wider than shoulder width grip and place it across your shoulders. Movement: – Inhale, keeping your back vertical and slightly arched, slowly step forward with one leg making a long stride, lowering your body down slowly until your rear knee lightly touches the floor (if you cannot go as low as this, then work your way up to it over 2-3 weeks). Exhale and shift your weight backwards, taking one step (or 2-3 small steps if that sounds difficult) to return to the starting position. Repeat on the other side. Remember to consult your doctor before this or any other knee exercises if you have had any knee trouble!

Lying Face Down: Front Thigh Stretch.
Starting Position: Lie on your stomach on a matt with your legs together. Movement: Reach behind you and grasp your right ankle with your left hand. Pull your right heel up as far as you can. Hold this position for thirty seconds. Repeat as required on other side. Please remember to hold for 10 seconds for this stretch.

Seated Split Stretch: Inner Thigh Stretch.
Starting Position: Sit on an exercise matt and spread your legs as far as you can. Movement: Lean to your right side and reach for your toes. Rest your hands on your toes or at your ankle. Hold this position for thirty seconds. Repeat as required on other side.

Seated Butterfly: Inner Thigh Exercise.
Starting Position: Sit on an exercise matt with your back straight. Movement: Bring the soles of your feet together and pull them in as close to your body as you can. Allow your hands to rest on your feet or to apply light pressure to your thighs. Hold this position for thirty seconds. Hold this position for 10 seconds. You will find this most effective if you gently push your knees down using your hands, be careful not to push too much.

Seated Hip Twist: Outer Thigh And Rear Thigh Exercise.
Starting Position: Sit on an exercise matt with your legs straight out in front of you. Movement: Bend your right knee and place your right foot over your left leg. Wrap your arms around your right knee and gently pull it in towards your left shoulder. Hold this position for thirty seconds. Repeat as required on other side. Remember to hold for 10 seconds.

Lying Leg Pull: Total Thigh Exercise.
Starting Position: Lie on your back on an exercise matt with your knees in the air and feet flat on the floor. Movement: Bring your right heel to rest on your left thigh. Loop your hands around your left thigh and pull it towards your chest. Hold this position for thirty seconds. Repeat as required on other side. Remember to hold for 10 seconds in each set.

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Hulme Life - Pros and Cons of School Uniforms

"We have worked with schools across the United States, and believe us, you are not the only person asking this question! The answers that we have heard from our customers are as varied as our customers are".

The debate over school uniforms is complicated, so we've included highlights from both sides for you to consider:

Professional:
Some say that a child in a school uniform is more likely to take school seriously. Putting on the school uniform signals he or she is going to school just like dad dresses up to go to work. Schools report that when students dress in "work clothes" rather than "play clothes" they take a more serious approach to their studies.

Promotes Good Discipline:
Many think that school uniforms help maintain school discipline, decreasing the amount of discipline problems. The argument is that children today are lacking in self-discipline because parents refuse to discipline them. This makes it more difficult on the teacher who has to deal with classes of 25-30 students at a time.

Reduces Fighting and Violence:
Schools report that school uniforms decrease fighting and violence that arrise out of arguments over fashionable clothes.

Children invariably tease those who do not have trendy clothes. Those who can't afford name brand clothes are often sensitive about their clothing. Schools struggling with gang problems report that school uniforms help ease tensions.

Distractions:
Many parents believe that students wearing school uniforms look nicer and that a school uniform policy ensures that children will come to school in appropriate clothing, avoiding distractions such as fads considered to be outlandish or overly revealing. Some students have turned school into an unending fashion show. This disctracts from learning, as some kids spend more time focused on thier clothes than on homework.

Values:
School uniforms stress that individuality and self-expression are not determined by designer clothing or the latest fashion fad.

Low Cost:
School uniforms are a bargain. They are becoming far less expensive than many other clothes. Schools argue that school uniforms are economical, especially compared to designer clothing, and parents agree given school uniform durability. They say school uniforms last longer because they are made for repeated wash and wear. Many schools capitalize on this by starting used school uniform stores or swap meets. Parents can get used school uniforms at discount prices, or just use them as hand-me-downs between siblings.

School Spirit:
Some feel wearing a school uniform helps build school spirit. It instills a feeling of belonging. As the Beach Boys said, "Be true to your school." Schools report an increase in school pride.

Individuality:
Supressing individuality is the most commonly cited objection to school uniforms. Educators argue that an academic program encouraging students to pursue individual thought is much more important than what they wear. They inhibit creativity and self-expression, forcing students to conform.

Causes Discipline Problems:
Some students reject any rules. Forcing them to wear school uniforms only aggravates their rebelious spirit. They alter their school uniform by tightening, widening, shortening, or lengthening them, and teachers are given the impossible task of policing the students on a daily basis.

Little or No Relationship to Academics:
Opponents insist that their is no credible evidence that school uniforms improve school discipline or promote higher academic acheivement. The principal argument is that some great students are terrible dressers. Dress does not necessarily improve learning.

Read more: http://www.articlesbase.com/advice-articles/pros-and-cons-of-school-uniforms-182.html#ixzz1CkKB9lVJ
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Saturday, January 15, 2011

Hulme Life - Travel Jobs & How to Make Money While You Travel

Ever had the desire to quit your lame 9 to 5 job, tell your boss to shove it, pack up and start traveling the world?

All of us have had that desire at one point! The thing that stopped you was probably the same thing that stops most people: money.

“How will I pay for my flights, food, lodging, transportation, yada, yada, yada,” you asked yourself.

Here’s an overview of how we make money traveling and by landing travel jobs:

Common jobs that pay for travels are for professional speakers, salespeople, package couriers, flight attendants, travel nurses/doctors, conservationists, cruise ship workers, etc.

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Thursday, January 13, 2011

Hulme Life – 40 Clever Communication Techniques for Workplace Communication

Clever communication techniques are required in the workplace where many different messages have to be communicated on a daily basis. All these messages compete with each other to get attention and to be heard. The importance of communication skills in the workplace cannot be emphasized enough, as every single workplace activity requires communication over a variety of topics. The effectiveness of this communication can make or break an organization.

It is often best to keep communication simple. This may mean getting a communication out quickly during a crisis rather than taking a long time to perfect the communication. In this case quantity of communication is far more important than quality.

Take a change management or behavior change initiative for example. These encompass many sub-messages as they usually necessitate communicating what change or new behavior is required within various business units. The staff is then enabled to become accustomed to a new environment. Everyone has to understand the process that will take place in order to ensure the successful, smooth implementation. They must recognize the transition from the old environment to the new environment.

Clear communication, during all stages of the process, reduces uncertainty. It institutes staff cooperation thereby increasing productivity, motivation, morale and most importantly, how to take initiative.

By establishing two-way lines of open communication you will be able to decrease apprehension and resistance. This increases trust among employees and assists with anticipating and dealing with possible misperceptions. Research such as climate surveys will assess employee perceptions. While the research is being conducted it is useful to research current communication methods that are used within the organization and their effectiveness. This will show methods that should not be used and will indicate preferred communication methods.

Give employees the information they require. If job layoffs are expected, inform employees of salaried employee rights and non-salaried employee rights on termination. Be open and honest at all times. It is better to over communicate and repeat messages than to not communicate enough. Communicate information concerning job roles and responsibilities, policies and procedures, information pertaining to the organizational culture, business processes, the physical environment, where we are now, where we ideally want to be and the rationale behind the process. Define integration and explain what is expected of them. An effective employee orientation program will clarify many facts for the employee. Communicate the benefits offered by the company, such as employee health and wellness programs as this will show that the company cares and is putting the employee first. During this procedure, keep the staff informed every step of the way.

Conduct an effective employee orientation session that will explain the purpose of the company mission statement, as well as company values, morals and ethics. Discuss issues such as cross cultural communication in the organization and give examples of racial discrimination and other unacceptable behavior that could result in a hostile work environment lawsuit. Deal with other potential problems such as management resistance so that further problems do not result.

Research has shown that hard hitting, repetitive, ongoing, two-way communication methods with messages that are simple and clear will bring about the best results. Each message should be tailor-made to suit the different levels of you target audience, from unskilled employees through to senior management. Each message should be delivered directly to your selected audience right in their workspace. There are many types of electronic communication methods that can be used as well as non-electronic methods. While there are advantages and disadvantages of email, the advantages far outweigh the disadvantages.

We find that because people are bombarded with emails, messages are often lost or overlooked. Although technology and human communication is the new focus of communication, it is often necessary to back it up with other types of workplace communication such as grapevine communication, not to mention the many other types of nonverbal communication. This could entail implementing a viral campaign that includes print and audio elements that entice people onto the intranet. One of the benefits of an intranet is that you can communicate a large amount of information quickly and it can be updated instantly. This can then include fun surveys to email people that will further promote the topic being communicated.

Communication plays a role in every employee engagement strategy. There are many organizational behavior books that look at the causes of employee turnover and suggest employee retention tips. Simple activities such as cross training employees, taking note of and acting on good suggestion box ideas submitted by employees and initiating an employee feedback program, assist with retaining staff.

The following communication methods and ideas can be used to provide a series of messages around communications regarding issues such as customer service, corporate whistle blowing, corporate values, re-induction, employee health wellness programs or to draw attention to specific messages such as seasons greetings, safety presentations, quarterly results, product launches, awards, special days such as HIV/aids day etc.

1. Idea sharing forums, this can be included in a grapevine communication campaign
2. Motivational campaigns with rewards and recognition for using initiative and creative problem solving
3. Engage with staff, recognize staff with employee of the month programs and funny employee awards
4. Office morale boosters to enhance teamwork in the work place
5. Email opinion polls and staff hotlines
6. Vote lines to get staff opinions and feedback on issues as well as ideas box/electronic feedback communication system
7. Unexpected phone calls and letters to select staff members from senior management showing appreciation and communicating other messages, compile a file with thank you note examples and ideas for managers to use
8. Admin assistant day to acknowledge the role assistants play
9. Face to face communication when misunderstandings occur
10. Themed campaigns to encourage staff to reach targets
11. Workshops within departments, involving all staff members
12. Devise blast faxes and special format emails for quick information updates, these will be identifiable as being part of a specific campaign making it easily recognizable
13. Mail shots with 3d elements for added appeal and memory retention - use this as part of a campaign with at least three communication elements to reinforce the communication message
14. Interactive email and SMS campaigns to communicate messages
15. Autoresponders can be used to reinforce messages and update communications on a regular basis
16. Viral communication campaign to encourage staff involvement in spreading important messages
17. Marketing tools with high memory retention can be used, such as the banner pen, to communicate messages that staff may need to refer to on an ongoing basis - this is like a brochure and pen in one, it has permanence and keeps the message top of mind
18. Competitions to encourage staff participation and feedback
19. Engine rooms and think tank rooms can be set up, where select staff from different departments play a role in communication between management and that department
20. Intranet forums
21. Screensavers with pertinent messages to be regularly updated with new messages
22. "Hall of fame" on the intranet to acknowledge people who have made a difference and encourage others to do so (use a paper based method for staff who do not have electronic access)
23. Notice boards
24. Newsletters
25. Brochures
26. Posters
27. Letters
28. Seminars
29. Workshops
30. Interchangeable banners
31. Extensive communication on the intranet
32. Flash mailers and sound and video clips with messages
33. Toilet posters and floor decals with messages
34. Create online calendars with interactive elements whereby staff communicate, send SMS's or emails in response to pertinent messages on different days throughout the campaign period
35. Standard communications should be prepared and be adapted and used where problem areas arise in order to recognize staff concerns, acknowledge the problem and create goodwill
36. Lumpy package elements for specific communication needs eg tape measure to ‘shift your limits and calculate the rewards'
37. Ambush marketing in specific situations where appropriate
38. Surveys
39. Desk drops
40. Concept launch pack

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Hulme Life – Communicating

Introduction

Communication is a process where by information is encoded and imparted by a sender to a receiver via a channel/medium. The receiver then decodes the message and gives the sender a feedback. Communication requires that all parties have an area of communicative commonality. There are auditory means, such as speaking, singing and sometimes tone of voice, and nonverbal, physical means, such as body language, sign language, paralanguage, touch, eye contact, by using writing.

It is thus a process by which we assign and convey meaning in an attempt to create shared understanding which requires a vast repertoire of skills in intra and inter personal processing, listening, observing, speaking, questioning, analyzing, memorizing, evaluating e.t.c.

It is through communication that collaboration and co-operation occur directly through education, and by practicing those skills and having them evaluated.

Types of communication

There are three major parts in human face to face communication which are body language, voice tonality, and words. Based analytical research

53% of impact is determined by body language--postures, gestures, and eye contact,
35% by the tone of voice, and
18% by the content or the words used in the communication process

Though the percentage of influence may differ from variables such as the listener and the speaker, communication as a whole strives for the same goal and thus, in some cases, can be universal, methods of signals, such as voice sounds, pitch or intonation, gestures and written symbols which communicate, thoughts and feelings.

If a language is about communicating with signals, voice, sounds, gestures, or written symbols, then,can animal communications be considered as a language?” But animals do not have a written form of language communication, yet use a language to communicate with each another. In exsense, an animal communication can be considered as a different language.

Human spoken and written languages can be described as a lexemes (sometimes called system of symbols) and the rules by which the symbols are used. The word "language" is also refer to common properties of languages. Language learning is normal in human childhood. Most human languages use patterns of sound or gesture for symbols which enable communication with others who surround them. There are millions of human languages, and these seem to share certain properties, even though many of the shared properties have some exceptions. Though there is no defined line between a language and a dialect, but the linguist Bella is credited as saying that "a language is a dialect with a navy or an army". Constructed languages such as programming languages, and various mathematical formalars are not really restricted to the properties shared by human languages.

verbal communication

A verbal or dialouge is a reciprocal conversation between two or more entities (individuals, animals e.t.c).

The etymological origins of the word in Greek dialete ??? (diá,through) + ?????(logos, word,speech) concepts like flowing-through meaning) do not necessarily convey the way in which people have come to use the word, with some confusion between the prefix ???-(diá-,through) and the prefix ??- (di-, two) leading to the assumption that a dialogue is necessarily between only two parties.

Non-verbal communication

Non verbal communication is the process of communicating through sending and receiving wordless messages through gesture, body or posture languages, facial [removed]eye contact), object communication (clothing, hairstyles or architecture), or symbols or info graphics, as well as through an aggregate of the above, such as behavioral communication.

Nonverbal communication plays a key role in every person's day to day life, from employment to sexuality to parental responsiblities to romantic engagements.

Speech may also contain nonverbal elements known as paralanguage and prosodic features including voice quality, intonation, emotion and speaking style, rhythm, intonation and stress. Also, written texts may have said to contain nonverbal elements such as handwriting style, spatial arrangement of words, and the use of emoticons.A portmanteau of the English words emotion (or emote) and icon, an emoticon is a symbol or combination of symbols used to convey emotional content in written or message form.

Other communication channels such as telegraphy fit into this category, whereby signals travel from person to person by an alternative means. These signals can in themselves be representative of words, objects or merely be state projections. Trials have shown that humans can communicate directly in this way without body language, voice tonality or words.

Non-Human Living Organisms Communication (NHLOC)

Communication in many of its facts is not limited to humans alone, or even to primates but to every information exchange between non-living living organisms i.e. transmission of signals involving a living sender and receiver can be considered as a form of communication. Though, there is the broad field of animal communication, which encompasses most of issues of ethology. On a more basic level, there is cell signaling, cellular communication, and chemical communication between primitive organisms like virus, bateria, and within the plant and fungal kingdoms. All of these communication processes are sign-mediated interactions with a great variety of distinct co-ordinations.

Animal communication is at any behaviour on the part of one animal that has an effect on the behavior of other animals. And of course human communication can be presumed as a highly developed form of animal communication called zoosemiotics which is distinguishable from the study of human communication called anthroposemiotics has played an important part in the development of ethology, sociobiology, and cognition (the study of animal). This is an evident that humans are able to communicate with animals, especially animals like dolphins and other circuses animals. However, these animals may have to learn the special means in which they can communicate. Animal communication, and the understanding of animal world in general is a rapidly (constant) growing field even in the 21st century so far, many prior understandings related to diverse fields such as personal symbolic name use, animal emotions, animal culture and learning, and even sexual conduct, long thought to be well understood, which have been well revolutionized.

Communication is observed within the plant organism, i.e. within plant cells and between plant cells, between plants of the same or related species, and between plants and non-plant organisms, especially in the rootzone. Plant roots communicate in parallel with rhizobia bacteria, with fungi and with insects in the soil. This parallel sign-mediated interactions which are governed by syntactic, pragmatic and semantic rules are possible because of the decentralized "nervous system" of plants. As recent research shows 99% of intraorganismic plant communication processes are neuronal-like. Plants also communicate via volatiles in the case of herbivory attack behavior to warn neighboring plants. In parallel they produce other volatiles which attract parasites which attack these herbivores. In Stress situations plants can overwrite the genetic code they inherited from their parents and revert to that of their grand- or great-grandparents

Fungi communicate to co-ordinate and organize their own growth and development such as the formation of mycelia and fruiting bodies. Additionally fungi communicate with same and related species as well as with non fungal organisms in a great variety of symbiotic interactions, especially with bacteria, unicellular plants and insects. The used semi chemicals are of biotic origin and they trigger the fungal organism to react in a specific manner, in difference while to even the same chemical molecules are not being a part of biotic messages doesn’t trigger to react the fungal organism. It means, fungal organisms are competent to identify the difference of the same molecules being part of biotic messages or lack of these features. So far five different primary signalling molecules are known that serve to coordinate very different behavioral patterns such as filamentation, mating, growth, pathogenicity. Behavioral coordination and the production of such substances can only be achieved through interpretation processes: self or non-self, abiotic indicator, biotic message from similar, related, or non-related species, or even “noise”, i.e., similar molecules without biotic content.

Communication in relation to academic discipline

Communication as an academic discipline, sometimes called “communicology”, relates to all the ways we communicate so it embraces a large body of study and knowledge. The communication discipline includes both verbal and nonverbal messages. A body of scholarship all about communication is presented and explained in textbooks, electronic publications, and academic journals. In the book, researchers report the results of studies that are the basis for an ever expanded understanding of how we all communicate with one individuals or the next.

Communication happens at many levels even for one single action, in many different ways, and for most beings, also in certain machines. If not all, fields of study dedicate a portion of attention to communication, so when speaking about communication it is very important to be sure about what aspects of communication one is speaking about. Definitions of communication range widely, some recognizing that animals can communicate with each other as well as human beings, and some are more narrowly only including human beings within the parameters of human symbolic interaction.

Visual communication

The evaluation of a good visual design is based on measuring comprehension by the audience, not on aesthetic or artistic preference. There are no universally agreed-upon principles of beauty and ugliness. There exists a variety of ways to present information visually, like gestures, body languages, video and TV. Here, focus is on the presentation of text, pictures, diagrams, photos, et cetera, integrated on a computer display. The term visual presentation is used to refer to the actual presentation of information. Recent research in the field has focused on web design and graphically oriented usability. Graphic designers use methods of visual communication in their professional practice.

Visual communication as the name suggests is communication through visual aid. It is the conveyance of ideas and information in forms that can be read or looked upon. Primarily associated with two dimensional images, it includes: signs, typography, drawing, graphic design, illustration, colour and electronic resources. It solely relies on vision. It is form of communication with visual effect. It explores the idea that a visual message with text has a greater power to inform, educate or persuade a person. It is communication by presenting information through visual form.

No one would talk much in society if they knew how often they misunderstood others. – Diplomat Chris E

Many of the problems that occur in an organization are the direct result of people failing to communicate. Faulty communication causes the most problems. It leads to confusion and can cause a good plan to fail. Communication is the exchange and flow of information and ideas from one person to another. It involves a sender transmitting an idea to a receiver. Effective communication occurs only if the receiver understands the exact information or idea that the sender intended to transmit.

Studying the communication process is important because you coach, coordinate, counsel, evaluate, and supervise through this process. It is the chain of understanding that integrates the members of an organization from top to bottom, bottom to top, and side-to-side.

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