Hearing Aids and Glasses Leveling the Sensory Field

Since time immemorial, people have referred to the eyes as “windows to the soul”, yet blind and deaf Helen Keller said "Hearing is the deepest, most philosophical sense man possesses."

For centuries, sight impaired people have worn glasses without being labeled “mentally defective.” Meanwhile, those with hearing impairment have suffered enormous prejudice. Labeled as “old", "stupid", "mentally ill", or "selective listeners", many hearing impaired people live in denial, or refuse to wear hearing aids because they are afraid of being branded.

For decades, quality eye glasses and contact lenses have been purchased for around 100 dollars but until recently, hearing aids were so expensive that only the wealthy could afford high quality corrective instruments.

Year upon year, eye glasses are fashionably designed in various shapes and colors to enhance physically attractiveness. Conversely, hearing aids are designed to be “discreet”, and manufactured in skin tones because they are deemed unsightly.

Every day, thousands of people submit their prescriptions for eye glasses and contacts lenses online. Orders are then shipped directly to them within 24 hours. At the same time, people seeking hearing correction call ahead for appointments, fight traffic, and look for parking to obtain help.

So how can we level the playing field? First, we must acknowledge that hearing impairment does not signal old age or intellectual inferiority. Admittedly, those who endure uncorrected sight impairment or hearing loss can be at a disadvantage, because they may be unable to decipher everyday sensory signals. Fortunately, excellent solutions for the hearing impaired are now readily available.

With the advent of technology, full-featured 100% digital aids incorporating advanced noise canceling and sound amplification computer chips can be produced inexpensively. There is no need to pay thousands of dollars for comfortable, top-quality hearing aids to correct moderate to moderate-severe hearing loss and reduce sound feedback inside the ear.

Hearing aids can also be fashionable and fun. Colorful hearing aids incorporating gemstones can optimize individual attractiveness. Such hearing aid solutions maximize intimacy at home, and empower communication in the workplace. They signal pride, and are sported by those who stay in the game and keep their edge. I have never met a woman who doesn’t like diamonds, and I believe that most men feel successful when they own the latest and the best.

After consulting with a physician to ensure a hearing aid will benefit them, hearing impaired clients can select the size, model, color, and stone they prefer, and input a current audiogram online. 100% digital hearing aids are custom programmed to meet their prescriptive correction requirements, and shipped within 24 hours. Clientele can take advantage of instructional videos, extended warranties, and a 45-day money back guarantee.

Hearing loss acts as a “silent thief”, robbing the individual of life’s pleasures. While hearing correction restores vitality and self-esteem to the individual, spouses, family members, and coworkers also reap life-changing benefits. Instead of shouting and continually repeating themselves, they can relax, maximize the moment, and enjoy the playing field.


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Explanation of LLC - What is an LLC, Why Create One, and How to Do Setup?

The limited liability company option still generates questions and confusion among business owners, entrepreneurs and investors, and that's too bad. One can rather easily provide an explanation of the LLC by answering three questions: what is a limited liability company, why should one contemplate the LLC option, and how does someone setup an LLC or limited liability company:

What is an LLC?

An LLC is a legal fiction created when someone (perhaps you) files some paperwork with the appropriate state agency asking for permission to create a new limited liability company. If the state grants you permission-which it will if you do the paperwork right--you or you and your partners now own an entity that can do a bunch of stuff that, normally, only human beings can do.

This sounds confusing, but consider the fact that your dog can't sign contracts. Nor can your dog own property. Nor can your dog earn income or borrow money.

In a similar fashion, a comfortable leather chair that sits in your living room also can't do these sorts of things--sign contracts, own property, earn income, borrow money and so forth. Generally speaking, only people can do these types of things.

The LLC however is an exception to this general rule. An LLC, once it exists, can sign contracts. The LLC can own property. The LLC can also earn income and borrow money--and pretty much do all of the business-y things that a regular human being can do.

Why Setup an LLC?

People setup LLCs, or limited liability companies, for two reasons: liability protection and tax planning.

The liability protection angle is perhaps the easiest to understand: If you operate some business or hold some investment, you can be liable legally for bad things that happen in the business or in the investment by virtue of your ownership. If the business borrows money and then can't repay the money, for example, you by simple virtue of your ownership may be forced to pay off the borrowed money.

If you own a business or investment through an LLC, however, you aren't liable for the debts or obligations of the LLC merely because you're an owner or co-owner. In other words--and this is the part of all this that's fiction--state laws will say, "Oh, no, it's not Joe that owes the money. It's Joe's LLC... "

Note: A corporation legally protects business owners and investors in the same manner that a limited liability company. The people who own the shares in the corporation are not simply by virtue of owning those shares legally obligated for the debts of the corporation. As with an LLC, the law considers the corporation to be legally separate person.

Limited liability companies also produce some unique tax planning benefits--specifically the ability to have an investment or business taxed in whatever saves the most tax. For example, an LLC can be disregarded as a separate taxpayer if that makes sense (which means its income and deductions get reported on its owner's tax return). And an LLC can be treated as a regular corporation or as an S corporation for tax purposes.

How Does Someone Create an LLC?

Procedurally, you create an LLC by filing articles of organization, also sometimes know as articles of formation, with the secretary of state in the state where you'll operate your LLC. For instance, to create an LLC in California, you file articles of organization with the California secretary of state.

The articles typically name the LLC, identify what the LLC will do, and name the registered agent (a real human being) whom the state can contact if it has questions.

Tip: Most though not all states' secretary of state websites provide downloadable forms you can use to provide the articles of llc formation information.

In addition to the articles, people usually create an operating agreement. Akin to a partnership's partners agreement or a corporation's bylaws, the LLC operating agreement provides the rulebook for the limited liability company's activities and specifies how the owners of the LLC operate the LLC.

Finally, in cases where the LLC will employ people or will have multiple owners, the LLC needs a taxpayer identification number from the Internal Revenue Service.

Experienced entrepreneurs and investors as well as small business people operating on a tight budget can often setup an LLC on their own. However, commonly business people and entrepreneurs also work with a paralegal service (if all they do is document preparation) or with a local attorney or accountant (if they need legal or tax advice).

Seattle CPA Steve Nelson occasionally teaches the LLC versus S corporation graduate tax class at Golden Gate University. He's also the author of the LLCs Explained FAQ article, Explanation of an LLC and the FAQ article,

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Opt-In List Building - Understand This and You Will Build a Profitable Home Based Business It's common knowledge that opt-in list building is one of

It's common knowledge that opt-in list building is one of the pillars of building a home based internet business. As one writer says, "The list is your business." But why is it then that so few who are starting an internet business actually do their own opt-in list building?

This is the first in a series of three articles on this subject. In this article I answer the question, "What exactly is a list?" A clear understanding of what a list is and its strategic role in building an online business is foundational to building a quality email list. Secondly, I address the question of "quality." Many advertize ways of building a huge list, but few address the question of insuring the "quality" of the list. The difference between having a mediocre list and a quality list is huge! The latter will make you so much more money. The third article answers the question, "Why give opt-in list building priority?" I will be showing you some hard facts on the relationship between list building and money making.

By the end of this article, you should have a clear understanding of what opt-in list building actually is and have several images that will help you visualize the strategic role of list building in starting an internet business.

Definition of "Opt-In Building"

What is variously called an "opt-in list", an "email list" or just a "list" is the data base of people, their names and email addresses, that are interested in you and in your niche. They are the people who like what you provide and are willing to hear from you periodically. These people are looking for information about any one of hundreds of subjects (the best cell phone to get or how to use auto-responders or whatever) You make a value exchange with them. You offer them information, in the form of a report, a newsletter, a course, etc in exchange for their name and email.

The reason for this is that statistically 95% of customers will not buy a product the first time they look at it. They visit your site and see your offer and then are gone, likely forever! You want a chance to put it before them periodically. It is said that it takes about 7 exposures for the average buyer to make up their mind to buy. Furthermore, even those who don't buy might be interested in other products that you will offer in the future. You'd like the chance to continue to give this interested group of people, your opt-in list, information of value and expose them to other products that would serve them. That's the theory of an email list.

The way to do opt-in list building is by offering an information product (an e-book or a subscription to a newsletter) on a "squeeze" page where they must give their name and email to get your offer. Or there might be a registration form on a home page of a website to get the product.

A List Is: Images for visualizing the role or function of opt-in list building

· A List Is An Audience You Can Sell To. A store builds a customer base through its location, its publicity and its reputation. They know that if there are no customers coming through their doors they will make no sales. With the internet, your email list is your customer base. Sure, you can drive traffic to your site through umpteen different means, but they are just one time visitors. The profitability of your online business depends on having a customer base. It is your audience. You have to grow your audience otherwise you have no one to sell to and you make no money. These are the people you constantly seek to give value to and in doing so you build trust and rapport with them. You want them to be a loyal audience who love to give you business.

· A List Is a Beeper to Remind Your Audience That You Are Available to Serve Them. It takes time to build a relationship. The saying, "Out of sight, out of mind" is still true of people. Hence, your opt-in list provides you with a way of regularly getting the attention of your loyal audience of customers. You keep reminding them of products you offer and of value you want to give them.

· A List Is a Key That Opens the Door to Success. You're starting an internet business. Your goal is to make money with the hope of one day replacing your job income and permitting you to retire or some such goal. The two most important assets for being successful in your home based internet business is first "information" and second "your email list". Without information you have nothing to offer people to make them want to be on your email list. But just as important, you may have lots of good information, but if you have no list, or a small list, or even a mediocre large list you still can't make much money. So your opt-in list building is your key to making good money on the internet.

You now understand what opt-in list building is and you have these three visual images which graphically illustrate the role of an email list: 1) the list as audience to sell to, 2) the list as beeper to remind loyal members of your offers, and 3) the list as key to making good money online. In the next two articles in this series I will discuss what makes for a "quality list" and why and how to make opt-in list building a priority in your online business building.

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Chocolate And Your Dogs Health -- What You Should Know

Chocolate. Who can resist it?

Your dogs health depends on it! (resisting, that is). We humans get to indulge because most of us know when to stop. But your dog won't quit after just a few. Give her a chance and she'll down the whole box of Godivas in one gulp. So on Valentine's Day, you're actually being kind to your best buddy if you eat all the chocolates yourself!

**Why is chocolate harmful to a dogs health?**

Chocolate, as you know, is made with cocoa beans. And cocoa beans contain methylxanthine alkaloids in the form of theobromine and caffeinea, which are toxic to dogs. Chocolate can also contain high amounts of fat which can put your dogs health in jeopardy as well.

**How Much is Too Much?**

Though it's certain that dogs and chocolate don't mix, different dogs react differently to the methylxanthines. And reactions can vary according to the age, size and overall health of the dog. The smaller the dog the smaller the dose needed to produce an effect.
And of course, if your dog's health is already weakened by other medical conditions, he's more susceptible. The same holds for older dogs..
Theobromine is present in differing amounts in different kinds of chocolate:

· White chocolate 1mg/oz

· Hot chocolate 12 mg /oz

· Milk chocolate 44-66 mg/oz

· Semi-sweet chocolate 260 mg/oz

· Dark chocolate 450 mg/oz (wow!)

· Baking/bitter chocolate or cocoa powder varies as much as 150-600 mg/oz.

**How much chocolate can a dog eat and survive?**

That depends in part on her weight.

Under 200 mg theobromine per kg body weight (91mg per lb) has not been observed to be fatal. A potentially lethal dose in a 16 pound. dog is only one pound of milk chocolate. Only two ounces of baking chocolate can cause serious problems in a 10-pound dog. People stop eating chocolate before getting to toxic levels, but dogs don't!

**What are the warning signs of a problem?**

Any dog who's eaten chocolate should be watched closely for symptoms, particularly smaller dogs, "seniors", and dogs with health problems. Symptoms may range from from vomiting and diarrhea to panting, excessive thirst and urination, hyperactivity, abnormal heart rhythm, tremors, seizures and even death in severe cases.

While white chocolate may not be as likely to cause a methylxanthine poisoning, the high fat content of lighter chocolates could still lead to vomiting and diarrhea, and possibly the development of life-threatening pancreatitis. Too much fatty food will also affect a dogs health in the same way it does ours, by packing on the pounds!

**What can be done once chocolate is ingested?**

Make note of the type of chocolate ingested and how much was eaten, if possible.

Theobromine will stay in the bloodstream between 14 and 20 hours. Within two hours of ingestion, try inducing vomiting unless your dog is over stimulated, comatose, or has lost the gag reflex.

If your dog has eaten a considerable amount of chocolate, or displays any of the above symptoms, take her to the vet right away. If her symptoms are minor, make her eat activated charcoal. The unabsorbed theobromine binds to it and be passed out of the system. (In a pinch, burnt - as in thoroughly blackened - toast will do.)

**Are there any other products I should worry about?**

Yes -- Cocoa Mulch!!

No, it's not chocolate, but the two products have something in common. They're both derived from the cocoa bean, and they're both hazardous to your dogs health.

Cocoa bean shells are a by-product of chocolate production and are popular as mulch for landscaping. Homeowners like the attractive color and scent, and the fact that the mulch breaks down into an organic fertilizer.

Some dogs are attracted to cocoa mulch, and will eat it in varying quantities. The coca bean shells can contain from 0.2% to 3% theobromine (the toxin ) as compaired to 1-4% in unprocessed beans.

Eating cocoa mulch has four possible outcomes. The most common is vomiting, in 50% of cases. Next most common, in 33% of cases, is tremors (shaking). And 17% end up with tachycardia (rapid heart rate), hyperactivity or diarrhea. The fourth outcome is no effect on the dogs health at all, and this is the result in 33% of cases.

Although only 16 cases were reported in approximately one year (the duration of the study), reports are on the increase. California accounts for about 2/3 of cases reported so far. Fortunately, there have been no reported fatalities, and getting your friend to the vet promptly will assure a happy outcome.

**What's the Bottom Line?**

Thanks to a more educated public, fewer fatalities from foods like chocolate are being reported these days.

Still, it pays to keep up with what's currently known about various foods and their effects on a dogs health and well being. Grapes and cocoa mulch, for example, were discovered only recently to have harmful effects.

If your dogs health is important to you (and I'm betting it is!), then keep him away from the chocolates on Valentine's Day and other holidays as well. And watch out year round for products made from the cocoa bean.

In an emergency, call your vet or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center at 888-426-4435.

Carolyn Schweitzer, a former family dentist, is a PowerSeller on eBay and owner and editor of several websites, including http://www.Great-Dog-Gift.com Visit her there to read about other foods that can harm your dogs health, and check frequently with sources like the ASPCA for updates. Or sign up for her "Cold Noses News" and she'll keep you informed!

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Examining 5 Kitchen Design Styles

As you are planning your new kitchen design, the look and style you select is very important in determining the overall feel your kitchen will portray.

From the country charm of wood cabinets to modern-looking stainless steel appliances, kitchen design styles come in many choices and styles.

So just what determines your kitchen's design style?

Well many of the more successful kitchen design styles are made up of many components go together the right way. The color you select, and the styles of fabrics, furniture, flooring, windows, cabinetry, appliances, and lighting can help to determine a kitchen design style. You will discover that various design elements of the kitchen provide each style with its own unique flavor.

The type of kitchen cabinets you have are an important consideration in regards to the overall kitchen design style. The cabinetry can have a powerful effect on the design of your kitchen.

The style of kitchen cabinet you choose will give personality and a specific atmosphere to your kitchen.
Some of the popular styles of kitchen cabinets today are:

English Country - Consists of open china display racks, unique paints and finishes.

Shaker - This style is characterized by purity, simplicity, and utility. Uses flat panel doors that are inset and flush with the cabinet frame. Other features include wood counter tops, wooden knobs, and brass hardware pieces. It combines simple furniture design with clear crisp lines, and strength.

Country - This style creates an old farm kitchen look with glazes and layered finishes. Includes open shelves, pot racks for cast iron cookware, butcher block, and multi-colored cabinet pieces that look like they are separate pieces of furniture.

French Country - There are so many elements that go into the French country kitchen including the use of large pieces of furniture that are made mainly of light colored woods and can be decorated with ornate carving. Natural materials are an important element in walls, cabinetry and furniture that is used in the design of French country kitchens.

Arts and Crafts - This kitchen design style is becoming a popular style for kitchens. In this type of style glass doors and natural wood tones with a matte sheen are used. The style can be eclectic and artistic.

Contemporary - Kitchens that are done in the contemporary kitchen design style often use plastic laminates, special wood veneers, enamels, lacquers, or metal foil laminate for the kitchen cabinet facings. Cabinet doors in this kitchen design style usually use frameless construction with overlay door and no toe kick panel.

Homes can come in many different styles, and built using a variety of materials. So the same goes for kitchen design styles. However, in most cases, people will want their kitchen to match the overall design and style of their home.

It may not be absolutely necessary to select a kitchen design style that is the same as your home's exterior architectural style. Although it is considered a good idea that you should really try to select the kitchen design style that will best complement your home's style.




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The Many Benefits Of Massage Bathtubs

A long day at work can be very distressing. Professionals know this so they try to look for ways to relax and calm themselves. They spend two hours in theaters and cinemas, dine out with their friends, go to bars, and spend a night with the company of their colleagues. However there are many people who would prefer staying in the comforts of their homes. Most of them would spend an hour or two in their massage bathtubs, where they can relax and soothe their senses. Massage bathtubs are also more inexpensive in the long run especially for those who frequent spas. It is no surprise then that a lot of manufacturers are now putting out a lot of variations of this kind of tub, especially with the rising demand for this type of equipment.

Most massage bathtubs differ than the typical bathtub. They are significantly longer, deeper, and come in many variations that afford massage and relaxation to their users. For example there are bath tubs that come in multiple jets, provide bubble massage, among others. So there’s no dearth of choices. Whatever your preference would be, you will only end up with a tool that is sure to soothe your senses after a tiring day at work. For added pleasure you can play soothing music in the background. This is just pure bliss, especially for tired souls.

One of the more popular types of massage bathtubs is the air massage type. In this type of tub, you can actually drain the water right from your tub after every use. This is far from the massage tubs we often see in spas. This makes it more convenient for the user to clean his tub right after a comforting session. This type of bath tubs makes use of a constant flow of air bubbles, releasing them from small holes located at the bottom part of the tub. Some models of massage tubs drain the water through holes located at the back. Little holes will then push warm air into the tub, creating many air bubbles for that definitive massage experience.

This is the essential jet therapy that has been popular among many people. It is in sharp contrast with whirlpool system because the entire body is massaged. Not only will it calm your muscles and joints, but more importantly enhance the strength and tone of your muscles. Bubbles are fun to play with since are gentle in nature. You can soak in the tub to your hearts content with this type of massage bathtubs.

Then there's the water jet, and the whirlpool massage. As its name suggest, this type of tub boast of water jets which helps propel the water through an opening located at the side of the tub. The effect is a soothing massage experience. However you cannot enjoy a bubble bath with this tub. Also you will not be able to put bath oil or salt to the tub.

Maintenance of a bath tub should be prioritized. It should always be cleaned more particularly the holes, since it will clog the tub. Most of these massage bathtubs are like the whirlpool massage tubs we see in spas, not in structure, but more on their working and outcome. These tubs for one have a built-in cleaning system which means it does not have to be cleaned regularly.

Before purchasing a massage bathtub, consider a few factors like the size of the bathroom as well as the shape of your place. The massage bathtub must fit comfortably into your place so that you can conveniently install it in your bedroom.

You also need to research a lot on where to get affordable massage bathtubs. Massage bathtubs do not come cheap so you need to research extensively on where to purchase an affordable brand of massage bathtub. But once you are able to find that right massage bathtub for your bathroom, you can be assured of a relaxing and soothing hour right at the comforts of you house. Start scouting through the Internet or by visiting your nearby home improvement store. Doing so is a good first step towards achieving peace of mind and relaxation in right in your place.



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Things to Do and Things to Avoid in Forex Trading

Forex trading is one of the most lucrative ventures you may try. At its best, it can give you large revenue in a period of as fast as a single day. Nevertheless, at its most unfortunate, it could get you poor just as easily and as swiftly. A type of equity trading, forex trading includes threats and some sort of gamble involving investors. To be certain that you'll earn income and keep away from equity wipe-out, there are certain pointers that you have to consider.

Correct Moves in Forex Trading

1. Do study certain price momentum indicators. Timing is crucial when joining the business. By getting at just the perfect moment (example: the right timing when rates are getting higher), you will have better probabilities of making money. And because there is zero place for speculating in this trade, it's important that you familiarize yourself with signs to help you decide just when the right timing is there.

2. Do be careful when procuring. It is quick to plunge ahead into trading with the guarantee from the vendor that you are going to get lots of money. But the fact is, no individual could actually make as ambitious a guarantee like that. So, be careful who you buy from.

3. Do use your funds intelligently. Rookies in forex trading usually get carried away, investing continuously and over leveraging, simply to encounter huge losses in the end. Similar to all types of equity trading, you need to learn self-control in the said business.

4. Do have patience when engaging in buying and selling. It's not always revenue, like the way it is not continuously failure. Therefore, master the character of patience and analyzing silently if you're getting into this business.

5. Do use a single trading tool. Studying past information regarding your projected expenditure is recommended when trading. There are various tools available to do this, and it is natural to feel confused. Go for the most effective and stick to it contrary to leaping from a certain tool to another.

Don'ts in Forex Trading

1. Don't depend on theories when getting into forex trading. There's really no particular certain method to ascertain which route the prices are heading, so do not spend your effort on what others say as scientific strategies to this form of trade - they're mostly hoping for too much.

2. Never get into it too much. As pointed out above, it's the right time which creates a large difference in trading, not the quantity of the trade you create. Undisciplned trading could result in your loss.

3. Do not pull out your earnings right away. This business is a gamble. If you desire to win, you ought to risk. If you think the game is moving your way and you're definitely gaining, do not back out with your money. Instead, keep right there.

4. Never trade on news. Well, trading is a chance-taking, and immediate market changes impact the price of international currencies. Still, it isn't smart to go for a spur-of-the-moment trade primarily depending on forex news - such news can shift in a period of a second and the odds of losing is higher.

5. Don't fall into day trading. Day trading would probably appear enticing, but it involves huge threats. Since there's no trend or details to study, what with the short length of time when the buying and selling occurs, there is no space for intelligent actions.

Yes, forex trading does often seem complicated. Nonetheless, as long as you familiarise yourself with some pointers in this industry, this will no doubt be a good financial commitment.

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Work at Home For Free - 3 Free Money Making Opportunities You Can Choose From

Do you want to learn how to literally work at home for free? Thanks to the power of the Internet and the many money making opportunities available online you can literally start making money without having to invest a penny. How is this possible?

The main reason this is possible is because of the Internet and the many opportunities out there. You have to also understand that you have something that is equal in value to money and this is your time. By simply dedicating your time to investigate the right way you can literally start to make money and start working from home for free.

Here are 3 money making opportunities that you can choose from:

#1 Free To Join Affiliate Programs

One of the most popular things to get involved with on the Internet are affiliate programs. These affiliate programs are great because they are free to join and all you have to focus on doing is promoting the product or service that the company that you decide to be part of offers. Your only responsibility is to promote the program.

#2 Free Test Drive Residual Income Opportunity

If you want to get started for free and be able to enjoy the income that make in the long-term as well as now then the best way to get started is going to be with a residual income opportunity that offers a free test drive for you to try out opportunity. This is going to require a little bit more work than getting involved in an affiliate program but the reward is going to be amazing because you'll continue to get paid month after month for your hard work and effort.

#3 Master Article Writer

If you honestly just want to invest your time and nothing else at all then the best way is going to be the dedicate time to become a master article writer. One of the biggest things that is on demand right now is good writers to write articles for people who do not have the time to write but want to get those things done in order to promote their business. There is a huge demand for this and all you have to do is become a master at it and put yourself in front of the people who want articles to be done.

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Yellow Page Advertising For Lawyers - Where Have All The Calls Gone?

I get calls every week from lawyers saying they’re not getting calls anymore from yellow page advertising. Having done quite well in the past, they're afraid to discontinue the advertising. They want to know what's going on and what to do.

Apparently, lawyers are not the only ones. In his article "Quit wasting money on Yellow Page advertising" by Peter Fernandez, D.C., a yellow page, print advertising and practice management consultant for chiropractors, Dr. Fernandez answers the question, "Why has advertising in the Yellow Pages changed from one of the best ways to advertise to one of the worst in just a few years?" (See 1, below)

This article will attempt to explain where all the calls went. I believe lawyers began advertising in the Yellow Pages much earlier than on TV because of the cost; most lawyers were reluctant to become pioneers of TV advertising; and lawyers were pursued by yellow page salespeople, but not by TV salespeople. Since 1976 through the mid-1980s, the Yellow Pages and classified newspaper ads were virtually the only place a potential client could find a lawyer advertising. Consequently, lawyers advertising in the Yellow Pages did not have much competition and had very good results.

Many more lawyers flocked to the Yellow Pages which then became very crowded. In the last few years, and after a few pioneers, many of the lawyers advertising in the Yellow Pages discovered what every other business has long known, that TV is by far both the most effective and cost-effective media. According to TNS Media Intelligence/CMR, from January 2004 through September 2004 lawyers have spent $287.3 million on TV compared with only $71.3 million on print media, $11.4 million on radio and $4.1 million on Internet advertising. According to research done by the Television Bureau of Advertising, the public's perception of television gets the votes for Most Authoritative and Most Exciting. Both influential and persuasive, TV wins over other media, in both categories, by a wide margin among Adults 18+. TV scores 81.8% in the Most Influential category, with newspapers a distant second at 8.5%. TV scores 66.8% Most Persuasive with newspapers, again a distant second at 14.2%.

Just as buying something wholesale or in large quantities, your cost per person reached from advertising is reduced when you buy media that reaches more people. Broadcast TV reaches many times more people than a county-wide yellow page book and therefore costs much less per person reached. In the New York DMA (broadcast TV market), there are 29 counties reached by TV. If there was only one yellow page book in each county, you would have to advertise in 29 yellow page books to reach the same geographic area as TV. Unfortunately, there are several yellow page books in each county. Smaller community yellow page books produce even less of a return on investment because they reach even fewer people. Many lawyers have found out that for the cost of a full-page advertisement in just two county-wide yellow page books, you can advertise on TV with a respectable budget and reach the population of an entire DMA.

Today, due to the large number of lawyers advertising on TV, potential clients are being diverted away from yellow page books. Additionally, in the field of personal injury, the problem is compounded. Seriously injured people are usually in bed in a hospital or at home watching TV. Lawyers advertising on TV reach potential accident clients long before they can even get to yellow page books.

When lawyers first began advertising, there was only one yellow page book. Now there are commonly three, four or even five county-wide yellow page books and several village, community or neighborhood yellow page books as well. Some advertisers have even lost their position in the Yellow Pages because they signed a contract with another yellow page book not realizing it was a different book and they couldn't afford two books. Because a consumer will typically keep one yellow page book and throw out the others, the question an advertiser faces is which yellow page book to advertise in or to advertise in all of them. Will your advertisement be in a yellow page book that's thrown in the garbage? I keep only one book and it stays in the closet, rarely used. Today, I use the Internet instead of a yellow page book.

While there was once only one Yellow Page book in town receiving 100% of yellow page advertising revenue, they are now losing a large share of that revenue to several competing yellow page books, but their operating costs remain fixed. All of the yellow page book companies must print and distribute the same number of books. Unless all advertisers advertise in all three yellow page books, the publishing companies have to increase advertising fees thereby increasing the cost of reaching a yellow page consumer. In an effort to increase revenue, yellow page books have even begun creating new real estate to sell including advertising on the covers, spine, tabbed pages and even Post-it Notes style ads. These high visibility advertisements also divert yellow page consumers from regular full-page advertisements.

Simply put, there was once only one yellow page book in town; it was cheaper to advertise in; there were fewer lawyers advertising in the book; there were few lawyers advertising on TV; the Internet was not what it is today; and there were far more people using the Yellow Pages than there are today.

So what's a lawyer to do with yellow page advertising? If you're one of the three or four largest advertisers in your market with an advertising budget large enough for a substantial TV advertising campaign including billboards and radio, you may want to consider advertising in all of the yellow page books. If you're not one of the largest advertisers in your market, my suggestion is to discontinue advertising in yellow page books and to spend your money on TV. If you have a 1-800 vanity telephone number available and extra money in the budget, you should also advertise on billboards and radio.

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Unique Gifts

Unique gifts can be hard to come by regardless of whether you’re buying for the holidays, birthdays or special occasions. Here’s a list of unique gifts for all occasions.

Unique Gifts

Practical gifts are always appreciated, but giving unique gifts really set you apart from others. You can find all of the following unique gifts by search for the name online.

1. Laser Baseball – .If you’re buying for a guy or gal that loves baseball, this is a unique gift that will make them smile. Have you ever gone to a game and tested your arm to see how fast you can throw a baseball. You basically throw into a big cage and a reading comes up on the display. Well, the laser baseball is the same thing, but without the cage. The ball comes with a laser built into it as well as a little display. It measure the speed on impact with a wall, glove or you face on a bad hop. The laser baseball will set you back about $30.

2. Robopet – All the joy of a pet without the food bill and mess. Robopet is a mechanical puppy that has all the characteristics of a real puppy without the destructive tendencies. Robopet will roll over, beg, walk, lie down, shake hands and scratch. You even teach it good and bad behavior with a control pad. This experiment in modern biomechanics is pretty amazing and definitely belongs on the list of unusual gifts. Expect to pay $90 or so with online retailers.

3. Electronic Locater – Whether we are talking about your keys, the remote for the television or the cell phone, we’ve all lost them and wondered around trying to remember where they are. This, of course, usually occurs when we are in a rush, which leads to massive stress. The electronic locater takes care of this problem for you. The device comes with little magnetic pads you connect to items you lose often. When you’ve misplaced your keys, for instance, you just hit the appropriate button on the locator and the pad on item will make a beeping noise. Find the noise and you’ll find your missing phone, keys and so on. The electronic locater will set you back roughly $50 and save you a lot of stress in the morning. .

4. Nomad Writing Journals – If you’re buying for someone who loves the outdoors or traveling, Nomad Writing Journals make great gifts. These journals are tailored to activities such as travel, fly fishing, bird watching, backpacking, camping, rock climbing and so on. They come with or without a case and provide writing space as well as cues for writing down important information. A great keepsakes that start as low as $9 without waterproof case and $25 with case.

You wanted unique gift ideas, well you got them. Any of these unique gifts will get a smile from the person you are giving them to.

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Hearing Aid Batteries Needs Reliable Battery Testers

For anyone who relies on any kind of assistive listening devices to augment their hearing, it is very important to take extra measures to be sure that the hearing devices are always working at an optimal level. Hearing aid batteries are a very fundamental aspect of ensuring that hearing aids are functioning correctly and fully for the best benefit and to make sure that you enjoy a better hearing environment.

There are many different sizes and models of batteries for hearing aids and they are unique to the particular model of hearing aid that you have. Normally, when you are first fitted for them, they will come with a set of batteries pre-installed and with a couple of additional sets of back-up batteries as well.

The life expectancy of various types of hearing aid batteries will be different according to both the type of battery itself and also the kind of hearing device in which it will be used. The amount of time that a hearing aid is used each day on a regular basis will also play a role in the life of the battery.

A general rule of thumb is that the batteries for them should be changed every ten days to two weeks, although you may find that you need to change them more frequently or less frequently. It is a good idea to keep track of how often you need to change them so that you can identify a pattern, in order to anticipate the supply that you will need to keep on hand.

In order to help you get the maximum use from a set of batteries for them, it is often useful to purchase a hearing aid battery tester. Such a battery testing device can help you identify the point at which your batteries have begun to lose power and are at a level where they need to be replaced. This is a better method than simply trying to listen to changes in the quality of the sound you are hearing through the hearing aids.

Another reason why this is important is because, as the batteries for them lose power, the assistive listening devices are not able to work at their optimal level of performance. When this happens your hearing can actually be damaged more by wearing them with worn out batteries because of distortions that can result.

A good battery tester can also be useful in troubleshooting when your hearing aid products develop some type of problem. Using a tester will quickly show you if the problem you are having is simply a matter of drained batteries or if there is some other problem that is not related to the batteries at all. This should also help avoid throwing out perfectly good batteries in the course of trying to fix the problem.

The best type of hearing aid battery tester will include some type of readout that shows you on a scale the amount of life that is left in the batteries. It should also be a good, durable model that will last for many years of consistent usage and it will be most convenient if it holds multiple hearing aid batteries. There are even some models available that have storage compartments where you can keep your spare batteries.

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BTE HEARING AIDS

Behind the ear, also known as BTE, hearing aids are far and away the most commonly used type of hearing aid. These hearing aids are also what most people picture when hearing aids are mentioned. The electronics which make a BTE hearing aid function are housed in a plastic case which fits behind the ear and has a tube that connects it to an ear mold which fits in the ear canal.

They are designed to accommodate the entire spectrum of hearing losses, from the mild to the severe. Although they are more conspicuous then hearing aids that fit entirely in the ear canal, they have a number of benefits that appeal to a wide variety of hearing impaired individuals. In addition, BTE hearing aids come in a number of sizes, shapes and colors. So some behind the ear models are much less conspicuous then others.

Since behind the ear hearing aids are larger then their completely in the canal, or CIC, counterparts, they can more easily house a bigger amplifier and much stronger battery and therefore may be especially beneficial to individuals with a more severe hearing loss. BTE hearing aids are also rather versatile in that they come in the most traditional analog style as well as in the recently popularized digitally powered style of hearing aids.

When budgetary constraints are an issue, behind the ear devices definitely win out over hearing aids which fit completely in the ear canal. Due to their larger size, other groups of people to whom BTE hearing aids have more appeal then CIC models include the elderly, arthritis sufferers and others with fine motor control disabilities and related issues.

Finally since CIC models necessitate the wearing of a heavier device in the canal then just the lightweight ear mold attached to BTE hearing aids, there tends to be less ear canal irritation with the former.

In the late 1800s the first commercially manufactured hearing aids were patented and became available to the public. The first behind the ear hearing aids came on the scene over fifty years ago.

Prior to this, hearing aids were basically amplifiers worn somewhere on the body and these were heavy and expensive, due in part to rapid battery consumption. With the advent of the smaller junction transistor in 1952, widespread BTE hearing aid use became more of a reality.

Due to improvements in the technology of circuitry,1964 saw another boom in use of BTE devices and the use of body worn hearing aids dropped to less then twenty percent. By 1972 prototypes for hearing aids which could be programmed to a variety of listening situations, were being created. The following twenty years showed continued improvements and advances in hearing aid technology.

Volume controls were added to most behind the ear devices in the 1990s and digital hearing aids started appearing in the mid nineties. There has been continued new arrivals in the hearing aid world since then such as remanufactured hearing aids, disposable hearing aids and over the counter hearing aids. Who knows what the future of behind the ear hearing aid technology holds, the possibilities are endless


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Chiropractors Who Learn Life Skills More Likely To Excel In Business

Are you living a life of excellence? Are you everything you aspire to be? Those are the questions life coach and mentor Terri Werner asks her clients, many of whom are chiropractors.

Werner, who has a background in marketing, financial planning and business development, recently spoke to a group of chiropractors at the Karl Parker Seminar in Dallas, Texas. Her message, in the words of one attendee was “tremendous.”

Werner does one-on-one coaching, public speaking and is the author of several books and recordings on building excellence in your life and business practices. Says Werner, “I help a lot of chiropractors market their practice, look at vertical marketing, and how to get their message out, but I do that after we first address the issues in their life.” Her vision is creating a culture of excellence, one life at a time.

When a business or individual engages Werner to assist them, she first looks at what is going on in their lives in general. She asks, “Are they living in excellence? Are they living in integrity? Have they forgiven?” All these things that have to do with the heart and head coming together to create a dynamic excellence in one’s life.

Werner feels that once a person finds what is lacking in their life, and what they could do better, then all things fall into place. “I really believe everything has to do with everything.” She recommends journaling as a way to discover areas where a person is lacking and can improve. Excellence, she says, comes once a person discovers these things and works to change them. “I don’t think excellence has to be difficult. I really define excellence as creating an environment where the propensity to excel is easy.”

Werner knows from experience that anything can be accomplished when you apply these principles. “I had gone through some really tough things in my life…and I just decided to implement and do everything I could to create excellence. Doing so meant forgiveness and releasing judgments.”

Werner’s pursuit of excellence paid off in the form of a new book, Train Wreck to Triumph, as well as a partnership with Dr. Denis Waitley and NFL star Tim Brown to create a kid-safe web browser. She is currently working on a new project called A Question of Change. “The premise is that no matter where you are in life – whether you’re in trauma or grand success – requires focus on getting the right answers. In order to get the right answer, you must ask the right question.” This new book assists readers in asking the right questions to get the outcomes they desire.

Werner has been instrumental in helping many people enrich their lives, grow their businesses and become outcome driven by living lives of excellence. For information on her writings, audio books, speaking schedule or coaching go to http://www.lifeskillsalliance.com or call 214-783-8908.



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Low Cost Hearing Aids - Low Cost, Better Quality!

Only the very few can get insurance to cover the cost of their hearing device. For most people they have to get their own help to cope with hearing loss. For many hearing aids are too expensive because of the ridiculous prices that some manufacturers charge. If they are not able to get any assistance, there seems to be not much hope if they want to improve their hearing. If you belong in this category, there are solutions that could help you. Low Cost Hearing Aids could be just the thing to improve your life.

By logging onto a computer, you can surf the internet for many offers by sellers who sell brand name hearing devices rather than directly from the manufacturers. Often you can save money as these sellers are selling the hearing aids which you want but at an affordable lower cost. As the prices are more competitive you can look to buy a hearing aid that is more advanced technologically and more stylish than you thought possible. You don't have to miss out.

With Low Cost Hearing Aids you can hear voices much more clearly again with no distraction of background noise. With the technology of data learning functions, they can be adapted for your particular style of listening. This is the advantage of being able to buy at low cost so that you can afford these extra features.

If your hearing aids comes with directional microphones, you should be able to hear what is facing you quite clearly. You don't have to worry about any noise that is behind you, as long as the sound that you are trying to hear is in front of you. Some models come with a switch so that if want to hear everything that is around you, the directionality can be turned off.

If you have problems hearing certain frequencies, such as children's voices some of which are high pitched, there are some Low Cost Hearing Aids which are available with several channels. This allows your hearing aids to be adjusted according to your hearing needs with the many channels or frequency bands which can be set to your range. This will be done by your audiologist. As your hearing changes so these settings can be changed again.

There are people who suffer from a condition called recruitment, where sound can be too quiet one moment and then suddenly sound too loud. There are some Low Cost Hearing Aids which come equipped with a feature to cut down on the problem and also has control over feedback.

There are many hearing aids that come with memory presets. If you have one that is identical to one that a manufacturer has at a higher price, it might have several memories which can cope with the different listening environments.

We all rely on being able to use the telephone on a daily basis, so it is disabling if you're not able to use it. There are devices available on many of the Low Cost Hearing Aids which allow a person to listen to the telephone better. Some can actually work with cell phones which is good if you are out and about.

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Top Adult Dating Sites - Should You Join One?

A quick search on google will uncover thousands of adult dating sites. Of course only a few of them are worth your time. Top adult dating sites abound with features and some have as many as ten million members. Should you join a top adult dating site? In the next few paragraphs you will learn everything about the best adult dating sites. You will then be able to make an informed decision on whether or not to get yourself a free account or upgrade to a paid membership..

What Can You Get For Free On Top Adult Dating Sites?

Let there be no mistake: the best adult dating communities require paid memberships. Do not let this scare you away though. The best dating communities are paid for a reason. Entirely free dating communities fund their sites by sending you spam emails and covering every inch of advertising space with flashing banners. Paid dating communities, aside from not inundating you with unwanted advertising, offer dozens of extra features not available on a free service. So what, exactly, can you do with a free membership to top adult dating community?

A Full Profile

It takes approximately 2 minutes to join most adult dating sites. You select your gender, what you are seeking, and write a brief description of yourself and who you would like to meet. You then get an activation code in your email inbox and you can log on for the first time. Your profile can be short, if you prefer, or incredibly detailed. This profile is searchable by other members and will instantly be found by people in your town or city.

Send Messages

You can send and receive messages with as many as ten million or more active members. In fact, shortly after joining, it is not uncommon for you to receive several dozen emails. People in your area will see that you have just joined and try to be the first to make contact.

Search Millions Of Members For A Date

On your free membership you get to search their huge database of several million members. Most of the big dating sites have a million or two million members, some have up to ten million. It is almost a certainly that you can find someone in your town or city. You can search based on photos, username, location, age, gender or what they are seeking. At any one time there are almost always thousands of people online in every town or city.

You Can Flirt

If you find a profile you like, you can flirt by adding them to your buddy / friend list or putting them on your hot list. This is sure to get their attention and they will likely send you a message.

Upload Photos

With a free membership you can upload several photos. This is a sure-fire way to attract more people to your profile.

Some Little Extra Features

You can check who has viewed your profile, today's newest members, who is online and view newest member galleries. These are excellent ways to find new members to message and flirt!

What Do You Get With A Paid Membership On Top Adult Dating Sites?

With a paid membership you naturally get all of the features of a free membership. You also get advanced extra features that would never be offered on a free dating community.

Instant Messenger

You can instant message and chat one-to-one with millions of members. Taking the direct form of contact is often better than sending an email message.

Chat Rooms

Top adult dating sites have a ton of chat rooms for paid members. You will find thousands of members in chat rooms at any time throughout the day. They have very active chat communities replete with members from all over the world and every kind of room imaginable.

View Member Photos, Videos And Galleries

You can visit any profile and view, photos, videos and galleries. Some members have uploaded hundreds of photos and dozens of videos. This way you can really get a good feel for someone before you make any contact.

Live Cams

When you get tired of the dating aspects of and adult dating community you can visit their live adult cams. They have dozens of cam girls waiting to chat to you 24 hours a day. You can chat to them and tell them what you would like to see. They will do almost anything you ask. This is an adult experience not to be missed.

Advanced Search Features

You can search for someone utilizing every possible character trait imaginable. There are literally hundreds of different combinations. You can be as specific as you like and find a list of exactly the kind of people you wish to date.

More Exposure

Your profile will gain more exposure on the site and in searches. This, of course, means you will be getting two and three times as much attention as usual on a free membership. It is possible to receive hundreds of contacts a day to your paid account.

Mobile Chat

Travel a lot? Commute to work or college? Want to log into your account and chat? Most of the best adult dating communities now offer mobile chat. This is so much more fun than sending text/SMS messages to friends. You can enter entire chat rooms or chat one-to-one to other members.

So, top adult dating sites, should you join one? Many of the best sites have thousands of active members in your own town or city and also offer features that are a great deal of fun. If you seek an adult dating experience, or a casual fling, choosing to join a good adult dating community will be an exciting experience.

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