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Do you have the responsibility for supervising the work of others? If so, you know that employees don’t always do what you want them to do. On the one hand, they act as if they are competent professionals. On the other, they procrastinate, miss deadlines, and wait for instructions. They blame others when their work is unsuccessful. And worst of all, employees become defensive when you try to coach them to successful performance improvement through excellent, goal-accomplishing work....

At the conclusion of every baseball season, the Baseball Writers Association of America votes on the Rookie of the Year for the National and American Leagues. In order to be eligible for the award, players must have at least 130 at-bats, 45 days on the active roster of a Major League team, or 50 innings pitched by September 1st. The first Rookie of the Year award went to Jackie Robinson. At the time, the award was named after Chicago White Sox owner J....

Entrepreneurs frequently encounter difficulties managing their cash flow as a result of seasonal credit demands and time gaps between capital needs and revenue realization. This is especially true of business start-ups during their early stages of development when they have not diversified enough to generate a constant positive cash flow. Once inventory has been purchased, it is necessary to ride out the cycle until accounts receivable have been collected. Without sufficient working capital, a serious cash flow problem could develop....

Walter Hagen was one of the biggest stars in golf in the 1920s, although his career stretched from the 19-teens into the 1940s. He helped popularize professional golf and is still among the golfers with the most major championships. Fast Facts: Walter Hagen Occupation: Professional golferNicknames: The Haig, Sir WalterBorn: December 21, 1892 in Rochester, New YorkDied: October 6, 1969 in Traverse City, MichiganKey Accomplishments: Winner of five PGA Championship titles, four British Opens and two U....

Buying an ATV can be a difficult decision; there are several different kinds, a dozen or more different sizes and worst of all, in a tight economy it’s hard to justify buying a new ATV. But if you’ve made the decision and want to make sure you’re the only one to ride your new quad, buying a new ATV is a no-brainer. Research Before You Shop Taking on a seasoned ATV dealer can be intimidating at first....

There are a few words in the language of auto repair that make car owners want to crawl back into bed, and “transmission” is at the top of the list. Unfortunately, most repair shops know this, and will take advantage of the situation by reaching deep into your pocket. Before you hand over your keys and a blank check, brush up on the simple end of automatic transmissions. If something is seriously wrong, at least you’ll be armed with enough knowledge to avoid being overcharged, over-repaired or straight ripped off....

Ask for a volunteer to host the next playdate in their home and everyone will look at each other waiting for another parent to accept the challenge, but hosting a playdate doesn’t have to be stressful. With minimal effort, you’ll become a playdate pro who’s always willing to open your door to your friends and your kids’ friends. Host a perfect playdate for children that’s fun for everyone and easy on you....

Let’s face it; a barre is necessary for ballet. Barre exercises are performed at the beginning of any ballet class to prepare the body for the work ahead as well as to improve technique. If you think having a ballet barre at home is a luxury for a lucky few, read on. Hanging a ballet barre is actually quite simple. Here’s how to do it. Purchase a Barre Head to your local home improvement store and purchase a wooden dowel with a 2-inch diameter....

Air Force recruits get a chance to call home at least once during basic training, and depending on how you and the rest of your cohort (known as a “flight”) perform, you may get additional call permissions as well. But there are a few things you should keep in mind about these calls. Can I Keep My Phone in Air Force Basic? The first reality you will have to accept is that Air Force basic training cell phone policy dictates that there are no cell phones allowed during basic training....

Many small business owners look to outsource managing their books, either because it’s not something they enjoy or it’s something that they have no desire to learn. This is why starting a business as a bookkeeper for other small business owners can be an excellent business idea. Small business bookkeepers can provide a range of services from managing accounts receivable, accounts payable, reconciliation, payroll, reporting, income tax preparation, and more....

Originating from Cuba in the 1930s, Mambo is enjoyed throughout the world at both the social and competitive dance levels. The mambo is a favorite of ballroom audiences because of its high energy level and infectious rhythms. Reinvigorated in recent years by crossover pop singer Ricky Martin and by Lou Bega with “Mambo No. 5,” mambo dance is fascinating and diverse. Today, the dance is making a comeback and is performed in ballroom competitions....

Shakira was already a huge Latin star when she crossed over into the U.S. mainstream pop charts in 2005 with her single “La Tortura.” The pop singer and songwriter has since released a string of hits in both English and Spanish inspired by rock, dance, and reggaeton music. Her chart-toppers include beloved songs such as “Empire,” “Sale El Sol,” and “Hips Don’t Lie.” 01 of 20 “Hips Don’t Lie” “Hips Don’t Lie,” a fusion of reggaeton and salsa, was a worldwide smash single....

Getting hit by lightning seems like an improbably unlucky event, but it happens more often than we might think. Lightning Strikes Are Common Worldwide, 16 million lightning storms occur every year—2,000 of those storms are happening simultaneously at any given moment—and it’s more than just a spectacular natural light show. Every year, lightning kills roughly 10,000 people around the world. In the U.S., on average 90 deaths are reported. Injuries are even more common, at about 100,000 globally and 400 in the U....

A comedy roast is an event in which one particular guest is joked about and made fun of by his or her peers, usually in front of an audience. The roasters are typically assembled on a “dais” — a raised platform or stage — where they remain for the length of the roast. The host of a roast is called the “roastmaster,” who does jokes at the opening and then introduces each guest....

Definition: The musical term whole note, or semibreve, is worth four quarter-note beats and takes up an entire measure in 4/ 4 time. A whole note is written in notation as a slightly enlarged, stemless, hollow note-head. Two half notes equal one whole note. More Note Values:▪ whole note | semibreve▪ half note | minim▪ quarter note | crotchet▪ eighth note | quaver▪ sixteenth note | semiquaver▪ thirty-second note | demisemiquaver Also Known As:...

When Bill Gates led Microsoft, he realized that he didn’t have to know everything. He recognized that he had employees who did. But, he appreciated the importance of taking the time to learn what they knew and absorb their creative thinking. He took the time to listen to their ideas. He took the time to think, to ponder the direction of Microsoft. The Wall Street Journal highlighted Gates’ bi-annual Think Weeks in a 2005 article, “In Secret Hideaway, Bill Gates Ponders Microsoft’s Future” by Robert A....

Performs and manages tactical air control party (TACP) operations. Provides Air Force assistance and expertise in planning and controlling combat air resources. Operates and supervises communications nets to support Army ground maneuver units. Related DoD Occupational Subgroup: 250. Duties and Responsibilities Supervises and conducts mission planning and coordination of combat air resources. Recommends use of combat air resources to support mission requirements, tactics, air support assets, and ordnance capabilities and limitations....

Army Military Working Dog (MWD) handlers are responsible for the care and training of his or her service dog, which contributes to combat operations abroad and installation security at home by providing target odor detection (explosive/drug). Service dogs, generally seen as a non-lethal option for neutralizing a threat, also serve as a psychological deterrent during law enforcement operations. Duties Patrol Drug Detector Dog (PDDD) handlerPatrol Explosive Detector Dog (PEDD) handlerHealth and Welfare searchesLaw and Order operationsInstallation Force Protection and Law and Order supportVIP supportCustoms support...

You should never let anything come between your car and a good battery connection. If you want the day to come to a grinding halt in a hurry, driving with corroded battery posts is the way to do it. It takes only a millimeter of crunchy white residue to keep your car from starting. Importance of Cleanliness Your car’s battery is the starting point (no pun intended) for every system it uses....

What’s more important in successful putting: Speed or break? Well, it’s best to be great at judging both, of course, but almost all the great putters say that speed is the more important of the two. If your speed is right, then there’s always a chance the ball will find the hole. And with good speed control, you should at least be left with a manageable second putt if the first one doesn’t drop....