Want to learn a new language? Would you like to earn a PhD in Physics; perfect your backstroke tennis swing, golf finesse or fly-fishing techniques, while you sleep? While, your immune system catches your body back up on your lack of exercise, fitness and proper diet? How about if I told you, that you most likely will shed about 20-25 lbs of extra weight while all this is going on? Well, if we further develop our sleep research, human hibernation studies and mind or brain advances we will be able to do all this and more in the near future, perhaps less than 5-years.

Let me tell you about a few of the latest new rapidly approaching and potentially converging technologies, which will make all this possible. First human hibernation, suspended animation and cryogenics are moving forward. Recently Mark Roth and his medical research team were able to use Hydrogen Sulfide gas, usually a deadly toxin, at a certain ration to induce hibernation in mice, slowing the mammalian bodies down by 90%. Second the Brain research being funded by DARPA is coming along well. Third we have Stanford Sleep Researchers making break thrus on a weekly basis.

It will be possible to send an astronaut to Mars in full hibernation while the sleep machine is teaching them everything they need to know while they are on their way. Completely reviewing the entire mission, manuals and late breaking information being discovered by probes, Martian Satellites and rovers, while in route.

Learning skills and getting training while sleeping could change the way we teach humans and train them to run our systems and flows of civilization. Simulated training, visual dream augmented reality information assistance and Virtual Reality practice has definite and unlimited value and applications.

Can you imagine the benefits of such a convergence of these technologies and what it means for the forward progress of mankind? How about our health care system, how about the health of our nation? Imagine the increased productivity and time efficiency of training. Humans would be put to sleep for three to four weeks at a time, to learn several new skills, electives and pertinent information, while simultaneously healing their individual bio-systems. You know what; We can do this, and so we must. Think on it.

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This is the twenty first century and as you already know things change every day if not every hour. The technology that you and many of us depend on today will be completely absolute next year and really a relic to our kids in twenty years from now. Cooking and how to cook has really begun to evolve in the same direction. One hundred years ago, cooking was about basics and done very elaborately, where woman spent many hours to get a simple meal out, and by the time they were done cooking breakfast they were moving on to lunch and when lunch was over it was time to get dinner started and soon they realized that the day was over, the whole day was spent in the kitchen. We have come far from that now, where we have tons and tons of gadgets that have made life ten thousand times easier for those of us that cook. We can whip up a meal in just minutes from scratch and even faster thanks to thousands of boxed products where you usually only have to add some type of liquid. As you find your way around cooking and may want to pursue things in the easier route always keep in mind to keep things as healthy as possible by substituting with fresh and organic ingredients.

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The Hero’s Journey is the template upon which the vast majority of successful stories and Hollywood blockbusters are based upon. In fact, ALL of the Hollywood movies we have deconstructed are based on this template.

Understanding this template is a priority for story or screenwriters.

The Hero’s Journey:

a) Attempts to tap into unconscious expectations the audience has regarding what a story is and how it should be told.

b) Gives the writer more structural elements than simply three or four acts, plot points, mid point and so on.

c) Interpreted metaphorically, laterally and symbolically, allows an infinite number of varied stories to be created.

and more…

Sample Movie Deconstructed: Chicago (2002)

FADE IN: Context: Jazz era.

Foreshadow of the Shape Shifter: Velma arrives.

Shape Shifter ’s Capabilities: don’t worry, I can do it alone.

Meeting the Shape Shifter: Velma sings “..al that Jazz” on her own.

Meeting the Hero: Roxie watches Velma.

Foreshadow of the Journey: Cops waiting for Velma.

Dissuaded from the Journey: lets go babe.

Developing the Hero: Roxie takes her ‘brother’ home.

Pushing toward the Journey: don’t you think it’s time I met your friend?

Warning: wake up, you’re never gonna have a show and I’m just a furniture salesman.

Call to Adventure: Roxie shoots Fred.

Foreshadow of the Transformation: Roxie sees herself as a dancer in the mirror.

Meeting the Fool: Amos takes the blame for the murder.

Foreshadow of the Transformation: Roxie dancing.

Developing the Fool [lyrics]: Amos.

Developing the Hero [lyrics]: Roxie’s character.

Refusal: the cops don’t believe Amos did it.

Pushed to the First Threshold: Roxie arrested; taken to jail.

Meeting and developing the Mentor: Matron Morton.

Resisting the Outer Cave: I don’t think I belong here.

Foreshadow of the Journey: Velma gives Morton some money for the publicity.

Rules of the Cave: when you’re good to mama, mama’s good to you.

Middle Cave / Meeting Allies: the other inmates and their crimes; “…you would have done the same…”; Cicero.

Inner Cave: Roxie sees Velma and Morton dealing.

Resistance to the Physical Separation: keep your paws off my underwear.

Pushed to the Physical Separation: in Morton’s office; if you tell them the truth they’ll hang you; you need [Mentor] Billy Flynn.

Developing the Mentor: Billy Flynn.

Resisting the Physical Separation: do you have $5k?

Physical Separation: Amos brings Billy $2k; he takes the case.

New Self: Billy manipulates Roxie’s background; the new clothes and dress.

Developing the Shape Shifter: Velma notices that Billy notices Roxie above herself.

Developing Characters and Relationships: Velma advises Roxie not to let Billy hog the limelight.

Trial 1: the press conference.

Success of Trial 1: everybody wants to be Roxie.

Transformed: Morton visits Roxie in her cell; paying the other girl to do her laundry.

Hero and Fool Backstory: Roxie sings about her and Amos.

Foreshadow of the Resolution: I’m gonna be Roxie.

Trial 2: Velma proposes a double act.

Trial 3: Billy takes on a new client; Kitty Baxter…until Roxie’s having a baby.

Meeting the Oracle: who’s the father? Amos appears as soon as he hears about the baby.

Developing the Fool: Mr Cellophane.

Seizing the Sword: Amos visits Billy; he’s not the father.

Resisting the Near Death Experience: Roxie doesn’t want to wear the dress; Billy quits.

Near Death Experience: The first female execution.

Reward: Roxie agrees; Give ‘em the Ol’ Razzle Dazzle.

Atonement with the Father: Velma on the stand.

Ultimate Boon: Roxie is innocent.

Apotheosis: Billy tampered with the diary.

Magic Flight: Billy moves onto the next case.

Refusal: no one wants to take Roxie’s picture anymore; there ain’t no baby; we’ll be in touch.

Rescue from Without: Velma appears.

Crossing the Return Threshold: there’s only one business where that’s no problem.

Master of Two Worlds: the double act.

Freedom to Live: rapturous applause, thank you.

FADE OUT:

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Kal Bishop is a management consultant based in London, UK. His specialities include Knowledge Management and Creativity and Innovation Management. He has consulted in the visual media and software industries and for clients such as Toshiba and Transport for London. He has led Improv, creativity and innovation workshops, exhibited artwork in San Francisco, Los Angeles and London and written a number of screenplays. He is a passionate traveller. He can be reached at http://managing-creativity.com/

A “writing rule” that shocked me when I first started studying how to write copy was “eliminate your adverbs…and many of your adjectives.” Then I read Stephen King’s book on writing and he said the same thing. What gives with that? Don’t adverbs and adjectives add color and interest to the sentence?

Nope. It turns out that adverbs (and many adjectives) are just a lazy writers way to paint a picture. Instead, the goal is to replace common, mundane verbs with verbs that paint pictures.

For instance: Instead of saying “majestic mountains” you can say “Mountains that reach 3 miles into the sky.” Instead of “The water ran noisly over the falls” you could say the water “gushed” or “roared.” Instead of “walked shakily” you could say “toddled” or “stumbled.” Instead of “drove quickly” say “sped” or “roared” or even “screeched.”

The first step toward improving whatever you’ve written is editing. And editing should include highlighting every adverb. Then study each one and find a way to replace each tired “verb/adverb” with a powerful verb. You’ll be amazed at the new power and vibrancy in your copy.

Even if you’re writing a letter to friend, try this trick to spice up your words and paint pictures your reader can see and feel. And have fun! It is a great exercise in stretching your mind.

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For you tinkerers, repairing your very own automobile can save quite a bit of money by avoiding auto repair bills. However, finding inexpensive auto parts can be quite time exhausting. Numerous individuals that may not be able to afford spanking new vehicles can order cheap auto parts they can afford. There are a few tips to follow that can save some many when purchasing auto parts and truck parts.

You can pay off professionals to install brake auto parts to have the task done more rapidly. There are several online stores which offer up price reductions year-round. You can have the advantage of such offers. But one should verify the make, brand, and suitability of such parts, particularly if they are provided on heavy rebates.

Besides the dealers, sometimes you can find a discount if you are buying auto parts straight from the factory outlet. Though such proffers may be an exception; most of the tried automobile part manufacturers have a extended net of dealers and they provide their products only through them. There are many other suggestions accessible on the way to acquire most beneficial discount rates on car parts both offline as well as online.

The truth is that auto parts online are very much sought out in the present day. Before the summer heat blankets you, run a fast test of the automobile’s air-conditioning system. Turn it on a full load and to the coldest point. Determine whether or not the air arising from of the vents is cold, 55 degrees Fahrenheit or even less, and that the air flow is powerful and will adequately cool the interior of the motorcar. If you go through any troubles or hear crazy sounds, have somebody try out belts and hoses for fatigue, impairment or refrigerant leakages.

Many snowboarders will presently be searching for their salopettes and scooting away hunting for the largest snowfall. And beyond question the results of your carbon footprint will be virtually as far down the list of holiday to dos as a Christmas cracker after the Christmas holidays. Merely last year, a slow snowfall made the the newspaper headlines and tourists were panicky about the smattering of snow disappearing nearly as soon as they landed.

Skiing holiday company Chalet 1802, placed at the bottom of Monte Bianco in Chamonix ski resort in the Alps, is one of the first autonomous businesses to go carbon negative and provide snowboarders an environmentally friendly alternative while booking their skiing trip. Chalet 1802 owner Marilla stated: Last winter was quite a shock with the hottest winter in 60 yrs in France. Famous resorts like Hautacam, Superbagneres and Les Houches suffered.It was warm and the snow didnt last so a lot of the early snowboarding season in the Alps was uneven. We resolved to go carbon neutral to help preserve the ski resort.

Marilla said: We are not seeking to prescribe to punters but I feel its all important to afford the guests the selection without augmenting the cost of the skiing holiday. If the client book with us and goes to our skiing chalet they can more than off-set their carbon footprint and we soak up the additional costs. Naturally we still have a sauna and a hot tub – holiday makers want lavishness but not at the expense of the environs, so we considered methods of lessening the impact of a client driving over here for a ski holiday.”

Chalet 1802 have also partnered with organisation Climate Care, which deals with global warming by making C02 deductions for individuals and firms.

To help build your profile and reputation within a large company create or contribute to, an internal newsletter. Your company collegues are an excellent network for you – lift your internal reputation by writing an internal newsletter that people will read. This article is full of tips to help you get started.

Write for the company newsletter. Offer to provide articles or updates for the internal newsletter. This is a great way to work with the production team (who are often volunteers looking for content for the newsletter).

When writing for internal correspondence here is a couple of questions and tips:

What do you know your topic? List on one piece of paper all the different aspects to your topic. You may like to create a map of your brainstorm to identify major headings or important points. This map will also help you locate sub points for each major heading.

Who will use the information or tips? Make a list of the people within the organisation that would be interested in your topic, and make a note of how to write this in a way that will appeal to them.

Why will they use it? This question will help you to structure your thoughts and write them in a way that is appropriate for your colleagues. Is it just for information? Will it help them do their job better? Will it boost their productivity? Will their lives be easier as a result of knowing your information – consider these questions when you write about your knowledge:

Why will people read it? This is similar to the question above, make it interesting and assist your team by explaining the main points of the article in the title or first sentence.

What tips can you give your co-workers about your knowledge? Try and turn your information into easily applied tips that people can apply straight away if appropriate.

Create an opening and closing paragraph – in the first paragraph or sentence state the premise of your article. In the closing paragraph or sentence remind your readers of the main points.

Create a call to action from the article – in the closing paragraph you might like to suggest action they can take to apply this knowledge or improve their understanding. You might suggest further websites they could review, books to read, other articles or texts on the subject – give them suggestions for what to do with this information you have shared in your article.

Create a promotional box at the end of the article to allow your colleagues to get in touch with you if they want more information. This should have your name, contact information including phone, fax and email. If you have a website for your department that would also help your readers.

Sharing your knowledge with others is a great gift and personally rewarding so start writing today and structure articles that are easily read and understood for your teammates.

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Although significant website traffic to your site can seem to be an uphill battle, once again the pen is the clear winner. Other than free search engine traffic, publishing articles remains as one of the few truly effective ways to get targeted traffic to your site.

If you haven’t already tried your hand at writing an article, it may seem like a pretty daunting task, especially if you don’t think you have the necessary skills. Anyone can write and submit an effective article and it’s easier than you may think.

There is a certain art to writing an article, however, but it doesn’t really require any special skills. You don’t need a degree to write an article and you don’t need to be a programmer to submit your articles to ezines, blogs or any other article distributor to have your article published.

The art of writing an article is in the plan.

If you expect to achieve any amount of success in anything you do, you need to have a well thought out plan and writing an article for publication is no exception. Fortunately, after you have developed your plan, the hard part will be done.

Here are some of the basic elements you should include in your plan to write an effective article:

The first step is to decide what you want to write about but, more importantly, decide what it is you know about your topic that the majority of your readers don’t already know. If you think you don’t know enough about your topic to write an article, do some research.

Albert Einstein once said that he didn’t clutter his mind with information he didn’t need but he knew where to find it if he needed it. There’s a wealth of information available and with a little homework, you’ll have more than enough information for your article in no time.

The next step is to make a list of the main points of your topic. Pick one you want to expand and focus your article around that point. It’s easy to get carried away and to try to pack too much information into a single article. Save the other main points of your topic for other articles.

The next step is to establish the sub-points, if any, of the main point you would like to convey to your readers. How can you further explain the point of your article? For example, what do you feel is important for your readers to know and what pitfalls should they avoid? Point out vulnerabilities and solutions.

The next step is to determine what you want your readers to get out of your article. Simply offering information will read like a text book and won’t be very interesting. Challenge your readers to think about what you’re saying and how they can put it to use in a way they haven’t thought of before — peak their interest.

The next step to decide the ‘color’ of your article. By ‘color’ I mean the style you would like your article to have. For example, your article could be formal, informal, humorous, serious, casual, general, personal — you get the idea.

Now that we’ve gone over the steps to create an article, now let’s put them in order and fill in the blanks.

#1) Decide what the main topic of your article will be.

#2) Establish the sub-points, if any, of your main topic.

#3) Determine what you want your readers to get out of your article.

#4) Pick a ‘color’ for your article — the style you would like to use.

#5) Create a rough draft of your article.

#6) Edit your article. (have someone read your article and offer suggestions)

#7) Check your grammar and spelling.

#8) Create a title for your article. (keep it simple and catchy)

#9) Create a ‘teaser’ for your article. (a ‘teaser’ is a short, 2 or 3 sentence description of the contents of your article)

#10) Create a ‘bio’. (a ‘bio’ is a short, 2 or 3 sentence description of who your are and your qualifications. Remember to put a link to your website in your ‘bio’)

#11) List 4 or 5 of the keywords that relate to your article. (some article distributors require them)

#12) Submit your article to article distributors. (that’s a topic for another article)

The hardest part of writing articles is actually writing and submitting your first one. The more articles you write, the easier and more enjoyable it gets.

So, go ahead — start writing and submitting articles and watch your website traffic skyrocket!

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I recently finished a fairly lengthy contract negotiation with a new client on a batch of articles he wanted me to write for his spanking new web site. The theme of his site is about personal finance and since he is a capable certified public accountant, I knew that at least he had a strong understanding of the field when we began our negotiations. Still, self knowledge can derail any expert’s plans without valuable input from a writing professional. I must state that the original ideas he had for his site changed dramatically once he began to talk with me. How so? I shaped his expectations by including realistic ideas as well probable outcomes. Any seasoned content writer should be able to do this for his clients. Do you?

First Problem: Your client may want you to write 50 articles on a variety of subjects.

Questions to ask include:

Do each of these articles fit into the theme of your site? If not, why are they part of the picture?

How long shall each article generally be? Anything above 500 words will usually mean extensive scrolling for your visitors or a link to a second page to continue. Short, pithy articles succeed the most online. Scholarly reports do not. Know your targeted audience.

My Solution: I trimmed the length of each of his articles down to 350 to 450 words. Any topics not related to personal finance were thrown out.

Second Problem: Your client wants you to source all of your information, that is, include extensive quotes from other sites and periodicals.

My Solution: Again, this is the internet we are writing for, not some literary journal. Articles written will contain only our own words, however if a quote is mentioned credit will be given by way of a link to another web site, otherwise the quote will be left out altogether.

Third Problem: Unrelated photography will be included and “matched” to various articles.

My Solution: Since I am acting primarily as a ghostwriter, whatever other objects are placed on the site doesn’t concern me. Still, since I want to have a long term business relationship with this individual I tactfully mentioned that certain types of pictures would take away from his site, specifically he could be negatively impacted financially by less than studio quality photographs [when in doubt, hit 'em where it counts: his wallet, that is].

There were several other minor issues that needed to be addressed and they were handled with ease. The fact that I was honest with the client gave him an opportunity to see that I was looking beyond the original job and looking out for his best interests. A truly professional writer looks at the big picture and isn’t afraid to speak up when necessary. I helped the client make important changes, won the account, and now I am playing a significant part of this man’s success.

What could be better than all that?

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