novel experiment http://www.artwoo.com Returned search results for novel experiment Copyright 2008 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 16:37:35 +0000 http://www.artwoo.com/rss/novel+experiment Trying Different Cat Litter Experiments http://www.artwoo.com/article/trying-different-cat-litter-experiments http://www.artwoo.com/article/trying-different-cat-litter-experiments#comments Fri, 14 Sep 2007 23:49:53 +0000 cat littercat litterscatsinformal experimentextra timetop catlife we live http://www.artwoo.com/article/trying-different-cat-litter-experiments Cats are unique pets because they do whatever they want and aren't even excited when people come home. A dog would jump and bark while a cat might look in some ones direction and flick its tale. It's almost like people are to be servants to the cats =96 or at least this is probably what the cat thinks anyway.



People are very busy in this modern . However, if someone has , they may want to try some experiments. You can begin this by getting different brands and types of cat litter. Cat litter experiments should be written out to not mess up the experiment.

Buy different types and brands and get the prices handy as well as the total volume and weight of each box or bag. See how the cat likes the different brands available.



Your cat will probably not spend the time to talk to them to you about it. So the person performing the cat litter experiments will have to be where they notice the cat's attitude. Remember that while you do this, the cat will not be happy. Cats like privacy the same way people do. If your cat seems irritated, then the cat is happy. If a cat is not irritated, then do something like petting or stroking it. That will make the cat irritated and the cat litter experiments can proceed. Once all of the different litters have been tried, then begin to see how fast each type and brand of cat litter lasts.

Results of Cat Litter Experiments

After all of the cat litter experiments have been conducted, its time to tally all of the results. First and foremost, you may not want to tell anyone that you performed this experiment; people may think you have all the time in the world! But since you have gone to the trouble of doing the experiment it is wise to complete it by getting the results.



Usually, cat litter experiments will show which cat litter is the best all around for both the cat and the owner and which is the best value for money. All of that information will lead to the top for you and they can then be narrowed down to a list of a few top brands. One great byproduct of doing the cat litter experiments is that the cat will probably stay irritated at the owner for years to come. Remember this; an irritated cat is a happy cat. Andy Manified is the owner of http://www.on-cat-litter.com, THE best source of information to help you out with the messy aspect of your best friend. ]]> Using Herbs In Your Cooking http://www.artwoo.com/article/using-herbs-in-your-cooking http://www.artwoo.com/article/using-herbs-in-your-cooking#comments Fri, 07 Sep 2007 07:15:01 +0000 dried herbsfresh herbspersevereherb plantsflavourchefsperfect combination http://www.artwoo.com/article/using-herbs-in-your-cooking flavour to foods and they are used by most top .

Plants have been used in cooking for years now, though many people are still unsure of how to use them correctly. For some they simply experiment until they find the , but for others they just do not seem to be able to get the hang of it. Different herbs go with different foods and it is important to know all about the different herbs before you actually use them in your cooking.

How Herbs Have Been Used Over the Years

Herbs have a number of uses and they have been used for literally hundreds of years. The Chinese mainly discovered them and they were used for both cooking and healing purposes. However there is no evidence as to when the Chinese actually started using herbs in their cooking.

The Egyptians were also thought to have used in their cooking well before the pyramids were even built. Herbs are as popular as ever today and people tend to experiment more and more with their cooking by adding herbs to their food in order to give it extra flavour. If you eat out at restaurants then there is a big chance that the chefs there may have used herbs in their cooking.

The good thing about using herbs is that it is easy to add them to most foods, so you do not have to be a chef in order to experiment with them. If you want to use herbs in your cooking for the first time it may not work out to plan, but the best thing to do is to keep experimenting. Sometimes you may get some great results and other times you may not do as well, so you just need to . Just remember not to overdo it with herbs, because by using too much it can often make the taste of the food a little overpowering. Also, another tip is to try to use instead of as you will be able to tell the difference when it comes to tasting them.

Overall, herbs in our food have been used for thousands of years, although the exact dates it started are not overly clear. By adding herbs it can really add extra flavour to our food and it is also good for you at the same time; so it is definitely worth trying them out. Experiment with the different types of herbs and try them out on different foods in order to see if you can create something that is really tasty and that you will enjoy. Andrew Caxton is the editor of http://www.lawn-mowers-and-garden-tractors.com . A focused website that offers articles on lawn mower blade , read more here: http://www.lawn-mowers-and-garden-tractors.com/lawn-mower-blades.html .. ]]> The Promotional Pens On Your Desk http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-promotional-pens-on-your-desk http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-promotional-pens-on-your-desk#comments Fri, 21 Dec 2007 21:30:00 +0000 promotional penslow cost advertisingfantastic formpromotional itemeye openerbriefcasesbandwagon http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-promotional-pens-on-your-desk eye opener. Take a count of all the in your office and all of the offices in your immediate area. While you are counting, take note of how many of those are promotional pens of one kind or another. Were you surprised? Most of the time this little experiment indicates that people are either hoarders or just really, really love to collect pens.

Most offices are loaded with plastic promo pens on the desk, pens at the work table, pens in all of the drawers, pens in etc. This is often true about homes as well. If you conducted the same experiment at your home, you would be surprised how many pens your family is hoarding. In this experiment, were you surprised at just how many of the pens were promotional pens? This says something doesn't it.

Now, let's add another little test. In this test you need to think back about how many times during the day you had a pen in your hand. Another version of this test is to keep track of how many pens you saw other people using. This may be overkill but, people use pens a lot and they have a lot of them because there is never a pen around when you need it.

Now, let's take the data you have collected and think about it in terms of what you should give away. Does the promotional pen jump to the forefront? It ought to. You have been confirming how many pens people have and how often people use them. You should want to jump on the and put your name and logo on pens sitting on your customers desks, in their briefcases, and in their pockets.

Just think about the possibility of having your name, logo and company contact information on all of those desks. WOW! What a of ! What is even better is that even though tthe person who received the pen is not using it, they may be letting someone else use it and that new person is reading your name. The promotional pen is the item that just keeps on sharing and sharing information.

Now think about asking your customers if you can supply them with a container full of your pens for them to give to their customers. These can be kept at the reception desk or at the cashier station. They can even be left in waiting rooms for people to take with them. You might be able to work out a collaborative agreement with some of your better customers to display and distribute their promotional pens in trade of them distributing yours. A win- win situation for everyone.

For further information about promotional pens, printed pens, business promotional gifts and products why not check out the leading promotional gift suppliers online today and see how much money you can save. Gareth Parkin is the co-founder of Ideasbynet, the UK's leading online supplier of http://www.ideasbynet.com promotional pens and http://www.ideasbynet.com/printed-pens.htm printed pens. ]]> How To Test Your Sales Copy http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-test-your-sales-copy http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-test-your-sales-copy#comments Thu, 13 Jul 2006 22:27:08 +0000 chemistry classchemistry teacherperverse pleasureexperimentsreminiscentpassionate mansudden explosion http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-test-your-sales-copy
Internet Marketers talk a lot about testing your sales copy and your website, but very few talk in detail about the methodology of this testing. It is very easy to get confused and undo the changes that were increasing sales!

I remember when I was at school in my performing to blow things up, make acids to eat through the table and stain my lab coat and being taught how to properly test an experiment. What is interesting, is this is probably the most valuable lesson I got from the chemistry class (apart from the effect certain metals have when exposed to water). It is certainly the lesson that applies the most to my life now.

My was an interesting man, he didn't tolerate people who didn't listen or didn't want to learn but he was a when it came to chemistry. His fingers were stained from handling chemicals and he took an almost in gassing the class or waking them up with a .

Then one day when he had given us a series of experiments to perform, he taught us about testing. When performing an experiment there are often many things you want to change in order to perform the experiment properly. The trouble is, as an impatient teenager waiting for lunchtime you are tempted to make all the changes at once.

"No lad," the teacher told us, "You can't make all the changes at once. If you do that, how are you going to know which change to the experiment caused it to work?"

Of course, this concept hadn't occurred to any of us, we were all just interested in lunch.

He leaned back in his chair into his pose, "In order to properly perform this experiment you need to make a single change at a time and then measure the results. Then, and only then, will you know which change performs the best and gives you the desired results. Sure you can make all the changes all at once, but what if you undo the change that works?"

These very words came back to me when I started my Internet Marketing career some years ago. If I am making changes to my websites or sales copy to monitor the conversion rate then I need to make a single change at a time, drive a sufficient amount of traffic to it, and then analyse the results.

If the conversion rate has increased, then I keep the change. If it has decreased, then I discard the change.

By performing my website testing this way you will know exactly which changes best affect your conversion rates (and profits) and be able to stack them on top of each other to gain the highest possible conversion rate for your site. Vincent Murphy can help you to find the best home based business ideas and money making opportunities so you can work at home/How To Test Your Sales Copy : visit: http://www.HomeGrail.com ]]> Easy Egg Science Projects http://www.artwoo.com/article/easy-egg-science-projects http://www.artwoo.com/article/easy-egg-science-projects#comments Fri, 12 Jan 2007 20:27:18 +0000 science projects you can doegg dropscience projectscience fair projectsempty egg cartonscience experimentdrop science http://www.artwoo.com/article/easy-egg-science-projects science fair projects you can easily do with eggs from the refrigerator. You will discover that the common egg has some amazing properties you might not be aware of.

There are a number of egg s you can do but I will mention just a few here to spark your interest. I'm sure you will be able to think of many more by using a little imagination.

The

For this experiment you will come up with a way to cushion an egg in a small container so it doesn't break when dropped from a certain height. You can use something like a small coffee can that leaves enough room for your packaging around the egg to protect it from the fall.

You will need to do a little research to determine what might be suitable materials to keep the egg from breaking. Lots of room to experiment here for sure with different materials and arrangements of the egg in the container.

Do all your drop tests from a set height such as six to eight feet. Also drop the container on the same surface each time to keep your results consistent. As always with any science project, keep records of what you did and the results of each drop test.

The Crushing Strength Egg Science Project

One very interesting feature of eggs is their strength. That strength though is very dependent on the orientation of the egg to the force or weight that is applied to it.

So for this experiment you will determine if eggs are stronger lying flat or standing upright. You may also get an idea of how much stronger they are in one postion than the other. I think you will find this very surprising just how much a difference the position of the egg makes.

What you will need for this egg science project: 1. An 2. Some books 3. A couple of small trash bags 4. Some tape 5. A scale to weigh the books(optional)

Remove the top from the carton and place four eggs toward the center and in a rectangular arrangement. Leave a space between them on each row. Place a plastic bag on the table under the carton. Place the other bag over the eggs.

Now start placing books on the eggs one at a time. Make sure they are even and don't tip over. See how many you can place before an egg breaks. Weigh all the books used if you have a scale. You now have an idea of their strength end-to-end.

Test their strength lying flat:

Place a bag on the table and make four loops of tape with the sticky side out. Place the tape on the bag in about the same arrangement as the eggs were in the carton. This is to keep the eggs from rolling around.

Place another bag over the eggs and then start placing books. How many books did it take before an egg broke. Weigh the books if you have a scale. You now know whether eggs are stronger upright or lying flat. And you have an idea how much stronger they are in that one position than the other.

I hope you enjoyed these experiments and use your imagination to develop even more interesting egg science projects you can do at home. Doug Nicholson is a nuclear engineering technician, science hobbyist, and amateur inventor. Visit his site http://www.science-projects-resources.com for lots more Science Fair Project Ideas and articles. ]]> The Key To Online Business Success http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-key-to-online-business-success http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-key-to-online-business-success#comments Fri, 10 Nov 2006 06:27:04 +0000 make money onlinefollow your passionsubscription feehonest feedbackawesome customer servicedoesnt mattermoral standards http://www.artwoo.com/article/the-key-to-online-business-success subscription fee, get advertising or both. You can blog, podcast, sell ebooks, ringtones and mp3 files or compromise your in front of a camera and sell your pictures online. You can even buy and sell domain names and websites in general. Whatever method you choose to , there are some key principles that you need to follow in order to be successful.

. Do what you enjoy, not just what you think will make a lot of money. It doesn't matter if someone else is doing it. I'm sure you can find a way to do it differently or better.

Find something about your online business that sets you apart from the competition. How are you unique? What product or service can you provide that your competition can't provide as well or at all?

Offer . Make sure that your customer knows and understands how important you believe they are to the success of their business. Do things that will engender and retain their loyalty. It costs much less to retain a customer than to earn them, and once you lose them, they'll tell ten people who will tell ten people how much they dislike your business. In the end, it's much better to do what you can to retain them.

Make your customers a part of your business. Give them a chance to offer and incorporate that feedback into your business plan. Focus on your strengths, but do everything in your power to offer the customer what products and services they want and need.

Get a mentor and learn everything thing you can from them. Most people love to help others particularly in areas where they have knowledge and expertise. Model yourself after success and you'll find that eventually you will achieve it.

Believe in yourself, believe in your business, and believe you will succeed. Always focus on the positive. When you do, you will begin to focus on the open doors rather than the closed ones. Napoleon Hill said it best when he said, "Whatever a man can conceive and believe, he can achieve."

Experiment, experiment, experiment! Always be looking for new and better ways to do things. This doesn't mean attempting to forge a new untrodden path, but rather to work within the realm of your current endeavor and be constantly tweaking your systems until you find the one that works the best. Just keep tracking the results as you adjust so you actually know what works and what does not.

Learn from the past, work in the present and look toward the future and work like it all depends on you--because it does. Monte Bateman is a business consultant living in Utah. He writes on a variety of business topics. For more information view our http://www.InsaneWealth.com ]]> How to Win Science Projects http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-win-science-projects http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-win-science-projects#comments Fri, 25 Jan 2008 22:09:17 +0000 science fair projectnovel experimentscience project http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-win-science-projects Science Fair Project? I know that I struggled and came up with some lame experiment at the last minute that failed. --

--The failure was good because I learned early in my life that by waiting for the last minute and inadequately preparing for the project, the projects would ultimately fail. I decided that the next project I worked on I wasn't going to fail. --

--Preparation and planning is your key to success for a winning . The first step is finding a project which excites you. Quickly make a list of five subjects in science that you like. The list should be general subjects such as Physics, Biology or Chemistry. --

--Now rank the list from your favorite subject to least favorite. Usually your favorite subject is where you have achieved academic excellence in. For your Science Project, you should start at the subject that you have ranked second or third. --

--The reason for this is simple. You want to make this project a learning experience which will excite you more than if you chose a project that you are familiar with. --

--The growth and insight you gain by working on an unfamiliar project will impress the judges and become one of the key factors of a successful wining Science Project. --
--Now that you've narrowed the list down to one or two subjects, you need to research what projects to work on. The best list of projects that I've run across is from Paula D. Jones. Her book, 45 Easy Step By Step Science Fair Projects for Grade 4 to 9, gives you the plan for implementing your project. --

--Of course you may not like one of her projects outlined in her book and decide to use your own ; however, her book provides a basic plan of attack for wining your next Science Project. --]]> Amazing Chocolate Chip Cookie Recipe http://www.artwoo.com/article/amazing-chocolate-chip-cookie-recipe http://www.artwoo.com/article/amazing-chocolate-chip-cookie-recipe#comments Fri, 21 Apr 2006 20:50:05 +0000 chocolate chip cookiesunsweetened chocolatechocolate chipsbaking sodabaking powderyellow cake mixunbleached flour http://www.artwoo.com/article/amazing-chocolate-chip-cookie-recipe chocolate chip cookies. You can experiment with most cookie recipes to adjust to your own taste. Remenmber the more brown sugar you use the more chewy type cookie you create. I don't think this one needs much adjusting. First we will start with ingredients.

INGREDIENTS:

4 cups (1 ounce) squares 1cup butter 2 cups all-purpose flour 2 cups 1 teaspoon 2 teaspoon 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 cups white sugar 1 cup brown sugar 4 eggs 2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1 1/4cup sour cream 3 1/2 cups semisweet

Directions to cookie recipe.

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees. 2. Melt butter and unsweetened chocolate together. 3. Sift cake mix, flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt together. 4. In a large bowl, beat sugar, eggs, and vanilla. 5. Stir the chocolate mixture into the eggs. 6. Stir in the sifted ingredients with sour cream. 7. Mix in chocolate chips. 8. Drop rounded tablespoonfuls cookie sheets. 9. Bake for until edges are starting to turn dark brown.

Enjoy these wonderful cookies at any occasion. They disappear very quickly at family events. You might notice my secret ingredient. It is the boxed yellow cake mix. Cake flour gives the cookie a little more body than the regular .You may use any of your favorite brands. If you are making smaller cookies don't forget that the baking time goes down. Many ovens produce heat from the bottom of the oven, so as not burn the bottom of the cookies many times I will double pan the cookies before I bake them. Baking is similar to a gigantic chemistry experiment. The best way to get the experiment right is to keep experimenting. Once you have found the best combinations of ingredients and procedures, stick with it. Enjoy! Jeffrey Dorrian is the owner and publisher of http://www.American-Recipes.com He has been a professional baker for more than 17 years and now shares his best recipes with us. ]]> How to Build Beautiful Woodwork - 3 Reasons Why You Should Use Woodworking Plans http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-build-beautiful-woodwork-3-reasons-why-you-should-use-woodworking-plans http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-build-beautiful-woodwork-3-reasons-why-you-should-use-woodworking-plans#comments Fri, 17 Oct 2008 14:29:20 +0000 birdhouse designwoodworking plantypes of birdstime and patienceimaginativenessfacetsenquiry http://www.artwoo.com/article/how-to-build-beautiful-woodwork-3-reasons-why-you-should-use-woodworking-plans imaginativeness and creativity which can be seen in all wood work plans. Even So, you will seldom come across an special assemble of . This is due to one reason alone which is that it requires you to work from the scratch, experiment with it and in most cases never get the result that you actually expected.

When you create an particular wood working plan you will rarely succeed in making what you actually desired and this is mainly due to the troubles that you had not anticipated to face when you started. If you love wood working but dont have for commencing from the scratch then you can or else work on wood work plan of someone else and experiment with it, change it corresponding to your demands and produce your own chef-d'oeuvre.

There are many rewards of working on predesigned wood working plans. One of the worth mentioning advantage is that a step by step abstract of the project is available to you. You can use this synopsis to your advantage and add modifications to it corresponding to your needs. Another advantage to using a predesigned woodworking plan is that it gives you a fair enough idea of the problems that you might face during your project and this way you can take measures to eradicate them beforehand.

To understand this let us experiment a little with a birdhouse. Let us say that you are working from a scratch on creating a birdhouse. The first and the foremost that will haunt you will be the design of the birdhouse. There are umpteen out there and there is no common that you can use for all of them, therefore you will need to do a little search on diverse of the birdhouse.

For illustration you will need to consider whether the birdhouse should have lots of space inside, should it have compartments, it should be designed for regular cleaning etc. After you have taken these things into consideration you will need to determine about the type of wood that will be most eligible for the project. In short there are thousands of facets that you will need to take into consideration.

On the other hand predesigned woodworking plans resolve all of these inquiries for you automatically. You will not need to worry about the size of the birdhouse, or the type of the woods that will be most desirable. All of the inquiries will be answered for you beforehand and the optimal part is that you can put your creativity to work as well.

You can add extra place to the birdhouse, make it look more beautiful, add a birdbath to the birdhouse if it was not already there or any other modification that you might like can be bestowed to your woodworking plan.Download your Free Shed Plans at MyShedPlans Official Site. Ryan is the founder of MyShedPlans - http://www.MyShedPlans.com Get over 12,000 free shed plans and blueprints to make shed building fun and easy. MyShedPlans - Discover The Easiest Way To Build Remarkable Sheds And Woodworking Projects Today!]]> Should I Lead With The Business Or The Product? http://www.artwoo.com/article/should-i-lead-with-the-business-or-the-product http://www.artwoo.com/article/should-i-lead-with-the-business-or-the-product#comments Tue, 04 Jul 2006 16:27:09 +0000 harvard stanfordnetwork marketingleadpopularpodcastkim klaverblog http://www.artwoo.com/article/should-i-lead-with-the-business-or-the-product popular question.

Some people insist you with the business (and they tell you to offer the product as a last resort only if the prospect says No to the business); others say they'd rather lead with the product.

However, there is NO best way for all. Just like there's no product for everyone.

Here are five questions to help you decide what YOU should do.

Remember, you're the one leading, so choose what suits YOU. And no, it might not be the same way your upline tells you to lead. But the two of you might not have the same taste in music either, and that doesn't bother anyone, does it?

The questions:

1. What really excites you more: The product or the business?

2. What do you identity with more: the product or the business?

3. What do you believe you can do better - talk about the product (and your experience with it) or the business?

4. Where do you have more credibility and believability? With your product experience or your business (this or previous business) experience?

5. What is your tolerance for rejection? It's 10-50 times more if you lead with the business than the product.

There is no best way. There is only the what works best for you way at this time. So follow your inner voice. Once you have given that an honest try, you can always experiment with another approach.

After all, isn't the entire thing an experiment? We don't know the outcome for sure, do we? So start with as many advantages as you can: Know yourself, act on that information. Then you will have given yourself the best chance possible.

is Harvard and Stanford educated. Her 20 years experience in have resulted in a popular , KimKlaverBlogs.com, a , YourGreatThing.com and a giant resource site, BananaMarketing.com which features hundreds of stories, tips, books and CD programs for those who want to learn the art of network marketing. Kim Klaver is Harvard and Stanford educated. Her 20 years experience in network marketing have resulted in a popular blog, http://KimKlaverBlogs.com, a podcast, http://YourGreatThing.com and a giant resource site, http://BananaMarketing.com which features hundreds of stories, tips, books and CD programs for those who want to learn the art of network marketing. ]]> Writing Process: One Size Does Not Fit All http://www.artwoo.com/article/writing-process-one-size-does-not-fit-all http://www.artwoo.com/article/writing-process-one-size-does-not-fit-all#comments Mon, 29 Jan 2007 04:27:04 +0000 writing processbrainstormingsemblancevariationsbasic elementsnote cardsdistinct steps http://www.artwoo.com/article/writing-process-one-size-does-not-fit-all writing process is a key part of becoming a real writer. If you want to learn and grow as a writer then you must work to develop a unique writing process. If you want to be a more productive writer and for your work to improve then you must develop a unique writing process.

While most writing processes contain the same , each individual writing process is as individual as the writer it serves. Each writing process contains these steps: , organizing, writing, revising and editing. Some people condense the essentials into only three parts: brainstorming and organization as one, writing, and then revising and editing as the final step. While you may well end up with some variation of a writing process that is close to the latter I think when you are first individualizing your writing process you should start with the five .

How do you begin to develop your own unique writing process? You must write -- a lot -- and you must experiment with different methods and different styles and different within each of the five steps. Even if you find the andquot;ideaandquot; of one experiment to be uncomfortable or unwieldy then you must still give it a try because that might be the key to unlocking your own successful style.

This is especially important when it comes to the first step in the process -- generating ideas. Experiment with all the variations of brainstorming you hear about from free writing, clustering, questioning, listing and journaling as well as the many other options out there.

After you have spent time brainstorming it is important to begin putting those ideas into some of organization. Sometimes you will need to do this on paper and sometimes it can be done in your head. You may be able to do some rough organization with arrows, numbers or highlighting or perhaps you might need to use or a computer program. Again, experimentation is key to find the method that works best for you.

The actual writing portion of your writing process should be the easiest and least painful. Remember, you will take care of revision and editing later on so you only need to worry about filling your required allotment of pages. Do not slow down your creative process by self editing as you write. Just let it flow and sort it out later.

Some writers combine revision and editing but I like to separate these steps. In my mind, revision is the heavy lifting where you continue to write and rewrite as well as refine and reorganize. Most of my writing involves multiple drafts in the revision stage.

I personally consider editing to deal with those fine, picky details such as spelling, grammar, and punctuation. It might to some extent involve word choice but usually those details are dealt with during revision. Do not forget to read your work out loud at this point to catch awkward sentence and paragraph structure.

And that is how you can develop your own personal writing process. Do not forget: Developing an individual writing process is key to your development and success as a writer. Deanna Mascle shares more Writers Resources at http://word-craft.info and tips about the writing process at http://word-craft.info/writingprocess.php ]]> 6 Degrees Of Separation Between You And The Whole World http://www.artwoo.com/article/6-degrees-of-separation-between-you-and-the-whole-world http://www.artwoo.com/article/6-degrees-of-separation-between-you-and-the-whole-world#comments Tue, 06 Feb 2007 22:27:03 +0000 social networkingtarget person6 degrees of separationcasual acquaintancesdegrees of separationsocial networksblogs http://www.artwoo.com/article/6-degrees-of-separation-between-you-and-the-whole-world Social networking has been defined as the interaction between individuals or organizations within a social structure. Within an online social network, individuals or organizations which can either be or closely related by blood can easily interact through messaging, , picture sharing, chain mails, videos, music and a lot of other communication tools available in social network websites in the internet.

In the late 1960's, a social experiment called small world hypothesis was done to prove that any two persons can be connected through a social network by 6 degrees of separation. This was done by successfully passing a message from one person to a through acquaintances of the people in the link. Although most of the links in the experiment failed to complete, the electronic version of this experiment as well as the online today has proven that we can indeed reach out to almost anyone in the world through our contacts.

Social Networking Websites Social networking websites have recently become very popular in connecting people sharing the same hobbies or interests. These social networking websites can be, in a way, regarded as online communities where different people from all over the world can share their opinions, views, thoughts and generally everything that can lead to the development of relationships or friendships. To make it easier for people to integrate themselves into these social network sites, groups or organizations can often be found in social networking websites where you can meet people with the same interests, religion, locality, view in politics, etc.

Upon completing the registration for these social networks, you can then begin to familiarize yourself with what the social network has to offer. This can be done easily through browsing the member's profiles, reading the blogs or bulletin boards and chatting with the other people online. This way, you can make friends with other people you wouldn't have the chance to be friends with in the real world because of geographical, political, social and other limitations. Interacting with the people online will also make you aware of the different cultures, religions and people present in the social network which will be very beneficial in expanding your knowledge about the world around you.

Dangers of Online Social Networks Online social networking however comes with its own dangers and risks. There had been several incidents in which a dangerous person would pose as a different one in these networks and lure unknowing victims into meeting them. Because of this, most of the social networking sites have placed restrictions and limitations as to who could join the network and what the minimum age should be. Some social networking websites have also placed barriers for the registration of individuals having a criminal record and some schools have even gone as far as prohibiting the use of the social websites to their students.

Being aware of these dangers though, will help you enjoy and maximize the benefits you will get from these online social networks. So if you're ready to test your own small world hypothesis, look up these social networks online now. Susan Esterbill enjoys messaging thousands of online friends and she is always looking for one more thing to add to her myspace layout. http://www.groovy-layouts.com ]]> What Everybody Should Know About Posting CVs Online http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-everybody-should-know-about-posting-cvs-online http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-everybody-should-know-about-posting-cvs-online#comments Fri, 07 Nov 2008 06:01:32 +0000 age discrimination lawspassport numberfictional companyinsurance detailscontrolled experimenttraditional wordnational insurance http://www.artwoo.com/article/what-everybody-should-know-about-posting-cvs-online controlled experiment showed just how many people are exposing themselves to the risk of identity theft when submitting their CVs online.

Job hunters are being warned to secure their CVs online after experts showed how freely people share their resumes with strangers, effectively handing over all the information criminals need to steal their identity.

In a recent controlled experiment, a job advert for a was placed in a national newspaper, inviting people to apply by emailing their CV online. Anyone carrying out a simple web search for the company -- 'Denis Atlas', an anagram of 'steal an id' - would have found a website telling them the company was fake. In just one week, 107 CVs were received in response to the job advert. The vast majority of the CVs contained enough information for an identity theft to occur.

Reformed identity theft criminal, Bob Turney, said: 'Whilst many people now routinely shred things like bank statements and utility bills, they still seem happy to send their CVs to complete strangers. They need to realise just how easy it is to use the information in a CV to set up a bank account or take out a credit card fraudulently.'

Typically, criminals need just three out of fifteen key pieces of information to commit identity fraud -- the average CV received as part of the experiment contained eight pieces of information. 61 CVs (57%) included a date of birth, despite this no longer being a requirement due to , and 98 (91.5%) included a full address. A further 20 (19%) put others at risk by providing full details of references. One even included the applicant's and national .

Hosting your CV securely on the Internet using a reputable online CV provider can be much safer than posting or emailing a document. Once you post or email a traditional CV, you have very little control over it. There's nothing to stop someone photocopying it or sending it on to others.

Choosing a reputable provider is crucial when placing your CV online. There are many people who just place their CV online in an unsecured manner -- for example by setting up their own simple webpage. This can expose them to identity fraud. Stick to the established providers who invest in security and processes to protect your information online.

Advice on protecting yourself against ID theft when job hunting:

• Be wary if the email address does not contain the name of the company but just the name of a service provider.
• Take extra care accessing personal information when using public computers, such as those in internet cafes, or when using a laptop in a WiFi hotspot.
• Shred or destroy old copies of your CV.
• If you are using an online CV service, be sure that it safeguards your personal details.
• Ideally, use a phone masking service to protect your personal number.

Think about who you share your career information with, make sure they are a real business and when posting your information to the web or on a job board database, remember to use an Internet Safe CV:

• Do not include your date of birth
• Do not include your marital status
• Do not include your place of birth
• Only give your first and last name

Think about the information a potential employer needs to find your details, you can share your full CV at a later stage when you are comfortable with the identity of the company or person you are sharing the information with.Peter Whitehead is commissioned to write articles on behalf of iProfile, a more secure online CV template. iProfile conducted this experiment to raise awareness of the dangers of sending personal information online. A CV holds enough information to steal a person's identity.]]> Emotional Freedom Technique: A Success Story! http://www.artwoo.com/article/emotional-freedom-technique-a-success-story http://www.artwoo.com/article/emotional-freedom-technique-a-success-story#comments Mon, 05 Feb 2007 02:27:11 +0000 emotional freedom techniquesouth coast of englandeftluckilydefinite changegained permissionpetrified http://www.artwoo.com/article/emotional-freedom-technique-a-success-story Emotional Freedom Technique some years ago I was asked to be a guest on a radio station on the . The show was about weight loss, however when I arrived I found out that they had more in store for me. The show presenter wanted to do something on air to demonstrate the effectiveness of the therapies that I practiced, so that his listens could understand the process which I used.

What he had in mind was to help someone with a phobia of heights to feel comfortable on the top of a high building.

In fact he had roped in his fellow presenter who co-hosted the breakfast show on the same station. This guy really was when in came to heights. From what I can remember this guy even had an issue with being on level three of the building that we where using for the experiment.

This was certainly going to be a challenge and failure was definitely not an option. There was too much riding on this for that to be the case. I was getting coverage on two different shows so I wanted this to be a success.

When the time come to help this guy, I started with Hypnosis which we done off air and in the offices of the station. This really helped him to relax and feel ready to take the next step. the presenter that had invited me had found the largest building in the city and had to use it for the experiment. While stood at the base of the building the guy that I was working with was already getting nervous as he know what was coming.

This is when I decided to try out . We done one round of treatment and then ascended to the first floor. When we got there he felt happy, however still felt nervous due to the task that laid ahead. We then done a further three rounds of EFT and we saw a in him. At this point he started walking to the top of the building -- he seemed so eager that it was actually hard to keep up with him at this point.

When we got to the top he was fine -- in fact he was more that fine he was ecstatic! Really excited that something that had held him back for so long was now gone and he was feeling 100% comfortable about it.

Another success for EFT! Richard MacKenzie is a practitioner of Emotional Freedom Technique - http://www.richardmackenzie.co.uk/about-emotional-freedom-technique.htm and is the author of Self-Change Hypnosis - http://www.amazon.com/Self-Change-Hypnosis-Richard-MacKenzie/dp/1412045320 ]]> Double Your Way To A Million http://www.artwoo.com/article/double-your-way-to-a-million http://www.artwoo.com/article/double-your-way-to-a-million#comments Sun, 04 Mar 2007 02:27:02 +0000 1 millionone pound coinguesspound coinsdragons denremarkable storydrop in the ocean http://www.artwoo.com/article/double-your-way-to-a-million Dragons Den. In his biography he shares with his readers how an underachiever at school became a high achiever in business! It is a truly and a must read for anyone.

In this article I want to talk briefly about beliefs and about pounds!

So first let's get on to beliefs. Beliefs are strange things that steer us in different directions. They even let us know what we are capable of and worst still -- what we are not capable of. Beliefs are great things to have as long as you are in control of them. For instance if you where on a tall cliff with only a map and a compass then the belief that humans can't fly would be a good one to have -- as to stop you from taking the fastest route to the beach below.

Now I want to get onto the 1 million pounds. This is a nice round figure. If you earned £20408.16 per month from the age of 16 until you were 65 you will have made it! However you probably would have just about spent it as well on living expenses. Too many, it seems like an unachievable goal and to others, 1 million pounds is a . So why is this? Why do so many see fortunes as being unreachable? Well this comes back to beliefs.

The way we look at what one million pounds is, is important as if we see it as something that it is not, or even as something more than it is then we move it even further from our reach.

Now I propose an experiment. How easy would I be for you to take £1 and double it within a week? What Ideas could you come up with that could make that shiny little turn into two shiny little one ? If this is so easy then would it not also be achievable to take £500,000.00 and double it and turn it into a million? I you are seeing where I am going -- but where would you get half a million in the first place to turn into that 1 million pound goal?

Easy! If you take the one pound from the original experiment and double it every week for 21 weeks you will have reached your 1 million pound goal! Now I bet that has made you look at what one million pounds is differently.

So there you have it! If you cut your big goals down into smaller ones you will achieve them quicker and easier than you think! Richard MacKenzie is an expert in Self Hypnosis - http://www.richardmackenzie.co.uk He is also the bestselling author of a book on Self Hypnosis, called Self-Change Hypnosis - http://www.amazon.co.uk/Self-Change-Hypnosis-Richard-MacKenzie/dp/1412045320 ]]> Finding A Hair Loss Remedy http://www.artwoo.com/article/finding-a-hair-loss-remedy http://www.artwoo.com/article/finding-a-hair-loss-remedy#comments Sun, 31 Dec 2006 16:27:09 +0000 hair loss remedyprotein rich foodsgreen leafy vegetablesscalp massagefrustratingascertainprotein intake http://www.artwoo.com/article/finding-a-hair-loss-remedy hair loss remedy. While there has yet to be found an ultimate cure for hair loss, there are certain things that can help combat the effects.

First and foremost, if you are experiencing hair loss then it is imperative that you see a doctor to ensure that there are no hormonal deficiencies at work. A simple blood test should be enough to if your hormone levels are to blame for your hair loss. If this is the case, there are certain hormone treatments that have proven successful as a hair loss remedy.

Diet can also be a significant component in hair loss. If you are currently eating a poor diet and experiencing hair loss, then experiment with a change in your eating habits. Limit those foods that contain high levels of salt, preservatives, and fat. Studies have shown that a diet high in protein has been successful as a natural hair loss remedy. Try increasing your with green, leafy vegetables, eggs, soy, and other .

Others have had success with consistent as a hair loss remedy. A five minute scalp massage several times a week will go a long way to stimulating hair follicles. There are a number of oils that you can use for scalp massage including almond, coconut, and castor oils.

Depending on the culture, there are many different oil combinations that seem to have had success as a hair loss remedy. The Internet is a wonderful resource for finding some of these hair loss remedy "recipes." You can also find an online community where you can check in with people who have tried several options. They will be able to tell you what their experience was; just keep in mind that not every person reacts the same to each hair loss remedy. Success is on an individual basis and depends largely on the particular person's body chemistry.

Hair loss can be and upsetting. But it doesn't have to run your life. Experiment one at a time with each particular hair loss remedy. You may find that you're not far away from stopping hair loss in its tracks. For easy to understand, in depth information about hairloss visit our ezGuide 2 http://hairloss.ezguide2.com ]]> Things You Should Avoid When Bodybuilding http://www.artwoo.com/article/things-you-should-avoid-when-bodybuilding http://www.artwoo.com/article/things-you-should-avoid-when-bodybuilding#comments Sun, 17 Feb 2008 21:29:59 +0000 bodybuilding fitnessendless changesfitness routineproper dietconcrete knowledgecouch potatounhealthy foods http://www.artwoo.com/article/things-you-should-avoid-when-bodybuilding concrete knowledge one knows and this, usually leads to an incorrect way of exercising just for the thought of developing bigger and better muscles.

Being fit and trim is such an asset and getting there, getting a kind of physique that shows signs of a healthy body and firm muscles isn't all pure glory. There has to be hardships one must experience. Pure body and mind discipline is the priority here as well. Together with proper training, nutrition and supplement, a well-developed body is just one step away. But all of this is just mere wishful thinking if you have just started bodybuilding.

There are things which you need to avoid during bodybuilding but usually, these are the common pitfalls a bodybuilder makes. What you need to remember is that when you want to delve in to the routine, you must do it now without hesitations. There is no better time or chance to do something if you don't start right away.

Once you have started your bodybuilding exercises, comes next. The tendency for most people is that they try to minimize the old habits in one go. This shouldn't be the case since learning doesn't even happen that fast. The transition from being a to becoming a healthy buff doesn't happen overnight. If you force yourself to stop eating at once, you are just torturing yourself and this effort doesn't help. Give everything time to occur naturally.

When you are already in the middle of a training plan, there could be a time when this particular training doesn't happen effectively as how you expected. Learn to adjust from one training plan to the next. Bodybuilding consists of and numerous variations. It is advisable that you always pull yourself together to become determined enough to continue on with an even better training plan.

And yes, there are still people who just love to experiment once in a while. With bodybuilding, don't be too sure. Don't experiment with an exercise you're not even sure you can do or will be able to execute properly. The key to a good bodybuilding program is to perform exercises carefully, one step at a time. Don't hurry especially that recuperation is an important step to achieve good muscle development. Shareen Aguilar is a writer for Body Building Training Program http://www.body-building-book.com which has information on Bodybuilding and other fitness topics. ]]> Hardwood Flooring Within The Home http://www.artwoo.com/article/hardwood-flooring-within-the-home http://www.artwoo.com/article/hardwood-flooring-within-the-home#comments Fri, 28 Mar 2008 19:20:05 +0000 laminate floor cleanerlong periods of timelaminate flooringwaterproof laminatehardwood flooringbest laminate floor cleanerhousehold cleaners http://www.artwoo.com/article/hardwood-flooring-within-the-home Hardwood flooring, especially , has become more and more popular as times have moved on. It is a sign of a modern home and it is also more practical and convenient within certain rooms such as the kitchen or the bathroom. However, despite its convenience, it still needs looking after so you need to ensure that you have a decent in order to keep it looking clean and tidy.

Laminate Floor Cleaner

The is not always the one which you buy from a store. It is possible and more cost effective sometimes to make your own cleaner and you should notice that it is just as effective as a leading brand. You may even be able to get away with using other to clean the floor without damaging it which could save an awful lot of time and money.

Before you start it is best to try out any new cleaner on an unnoticed piece of flooring. That way, if the cleaner does leave a mark on the floor it will not be noticeable and you will not have really damaged anything.

Generally different cleaners suit different floors and if you are worried about which cleaner to use, you could always try asking the professionals. They will be able to tell you the best products to use and exactly how to use them. This might be extremely helpful in the beginning when you really have no clue as to what you are doing. However, the more experienced you get, the more you will be able to experiment with different products and methods.

One tip that you should bear in mind is that if you leave water on laminate flooring for , it can ruin it. This is because the water expands into the flooring and it causes it to rise and go soft. You can purchase flooring but some homeowners do not bother and that is when problems arise. So if there is a spillage, always ensure that you mop it up straight away.

If you do want to attempt making your own cleaner, many people have found that simple water and vinegar make a great cleaning solution. It has the ability to effectively cut through dirt and grease which makes it ideal for use in kitchens. Now due to the fact that excess water does cause damage if left, it would be a good idea to rinse the mop out as thoroughly as possible before using it on the laminate flooring.

Overall it is always best to experiment and do your research as to the possible products you might be able to use on your laminate, before you actually use them. A quick mop a couple of times a day should help to keep it looking clean and clear. Andrew Caxton is a syndicated writer of http://www.home-decorating-reviews.com. A website with tips on hardwood flooring, and many related topics http://www.home-decorating-reviews.com/hardwood-floors.html ]]> Hardwood Flooring Within The Home http://www.artwoo.com/article/hardwood-flooring-within-the-home http://www.artwoo.com/article/hardwood-flooring-within-the-home#comments Sun, 07 Jan 2007 00:27:04 +0000 laminate flooringlaminate floor cleanerhardwood flooringwaterproof laminatelong periods of timehousehold cleanersstraight away http://www.artwoo.com/article/hardwood-flooring-within-the-home Hardwood flooring, especially , has become more and more popular as times have moved on. It is a sign of a modern home and it is also more practical and convenient within certain rooms such as the kitchen or the bathroom. However, despite its convenience, it still needs looking after so you need to ensure that you have a decent in order to keep it looking clean and tidy.

Laminate Floor Cleaner

The best laminate floor cleaner is not always the one which you buy from a store. It is possible and more cost effective sometimes to make your own cleaner and you should notice that it is just as effective as a leading brand. You may even be able to get away with using other to clean the floor without damaging it which could save an awful lot of time and money.

Before you start it is best to try out any new cleaner on an unnoticed piece of flooring. That way, if the cleaner does leave a mark on the floor it will not be noticeable and you will not have really damaged anything.

Generally different cleaners suit different floors and if you are worried about which cleaner to use, you could always try asking the professionals. They will be able to tell you the best products to use and exactly how to use them. This might be extremely helpful in the beginning when you really have no clue as to what you are doing. However, the more experienced you get, the more you will be able to experiment with different products and methods.

One tip that you should bear in mind is that if you leave water on laminate flooring for , it can ruin it. This is because the water expands into the flooring and it causes it to rise and go soft. You can purchase flooring but some homeowners do not bother and that is when problems arise. So if there is a spillage, always ensure that you mop it up .

If you do want to attempt making your own cleaner, many people have found that simple water and vinegar make a great cleaning solution. It has the ability to effectively cut through dirt and grease which makes it ideal for use in kitchens. Now due to the fact that excess water does cause damage if left, it would be a good idea to rinse the mop out as thoroughly as possible before using it on the laminate flooring.

Overall it is always best to experiment and do your research as to the possible products you might be able to use on your laminate, before you actually use them. A quick mop a couple of times a day should help to keep it looking clean and clear. Andrew Caxton is a syndicated writer of http://www.home-decorating-reviews.com. A website with tips on hardwood flooring, and many related topics http://www.home-decorating-reviews.com/hardwood-floors.html ]]> My Experiment With An Herb Garden http://www.artwoo.com/article/my-experiment-with-an-herb-garden http://www.artwoo.com/article/my-experiment-with-an-herb-garden#comments Mon, 24 Jul 2006 20:27:05 +0000 herb gardenfresh herbsbetsuccessi have no ideagreenthumbguess http://www.artwoo.com/article/my-experiment-with-an-herb-garden guess people assume that because I am a writer that I have tons of free time. While that is not entirely true, it is true that my hours are unusual and that I do manage to find time for a variety of hobbies that many of my friends laugh at me for. My latest venture is to start an in my backyard.

I have been trying my hand at gardening on and off for the past few years without much . In fact, no one that knows me thinks of me as having much of a at all. So when I announced that I was determined on having a successful herb garden not too many people took notice or gave me a sense that they believed in me to accomplish it.

What I loved about the idea of creating an herb garden was that it seemed much easier and much less consuming that having a vegetable garden or even a flower garden. where that idea came from, but by harboring it my head I became more and more convinced that an herb garden was truly the best for me.

So I went to my local library and checked out every single resource on creating a herb garden that I could find. I spent the next few weeks reading these books any time I got. I made visits to several gardeners that I knew and I was online in any spare moment outside of that. I wanted to learn all there was to know about an herb garden so that I didn't fail at my attempt when spring came and it was time to plant my herbs.

Even my family members laughed at my latest pursuit. I think they might have placed bets behind my back as to how successful or unsuccessful I would be with the herb garden. I think most of them doubted that any of the food I cooked this summer would utilize the spring's worth of herbs that I had planted.

I proved everyone wrong. Dead wrong. My herb garden turned into the biggest success of any hobby project that I have ever attempted. I feel pretty good about my success and I have loved adding to many of the meals I have prepared this summer so far. I guess perhaps I have a little more down time than many people I know, but that is fine by me. They get to reap the benefits of all my hard work when I pass around baskets of herbs from my herb garden that everyone can enjoy. Julee Mitchelsin is a writer turned lover of gardening. She loves sharing about her success with an herb garden and encouraging others to try the same. See http://www.herbgardengroup.info for more details. ]]>