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Humankind has always been obsessed with the creation of wealth. Money is one thing that people just cannot get enough of. Unless you are some kind of a saint or a social worker who passionately feels for the needs of others to the detriment of your own needs, you will constantly be wondering how you can raise your own income levels. Now, as the nations of the world continue to progress and develop, the economies keep improving. As a result, the people of the world have been improving their living standards with every passing year. Of course, inflation puts a check on the number of cars that we can own. However, we continue to endeavor to improve our lots in the constantly changing world situation. When the automobile was first invented, only the very rich could afford to drive around in one. Slowly we saw the emergence of cars for the middle classes. It may not be a Mercedes-Benz, but a car with a modest selling price has a lot of benefits. It is more fuel efficient. Regular servicing costs are a lot less. Repairs are expensive by middle class standards, but they are not unmanageable. Moreover, if a person has invested in car insurance, a lot of repair costs are covered by the insurance company. Today, anyone can afford to buy a car. All you have to do is find a good personal loan to help you fund your new status symbol. Even houses work as status symbols a lot of the time. You could be living in a beautiful rented apartment in a very nice area, but if you own a house in the same area, it would work better as a symbol of of your monetary standing. Those of us that do own houses still look out for better houses in better localities. We may not make the shift to a new house on account of factors such as the ties that bind -- friendly neighbors, nice shopkeepers, proximity to the office. However, most of us dream of someday owning a palace in the green countryside, or maybe even a secluded island in the Mediterranean. As it is with cars, so it is with houses -- they cost quite a bit. So most often, we have to turn to a loan provider or two to help us find a suitable loan to meet our desire to buy some status symbols. Most of us may never be able to afford a private jet. But we can at least get our money's worth.
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10x Marketing |
2006-11-02 |
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Title: Symbols in Our World
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Symbols are everywhere around us. In our daily interactions with life we are bound to run into something that has some sort of symbolic meaning. These symbols appear on things such as: money, commercials, books, music, personal items and of course religion. For every symbol out there, there is a significant meaning attached to them. The various meanings can represent emotions, people, business, etc. A symbol is meant to make us think about something else, often times they are able to put all those descriptive words and feelings into one iconic image. Symbols may help one remember the past or serve as a warning to danger. From a very young age we are taught the meaning of symbols. To me I knew that the oven was a symbol for pain because when I touched it while it was hot I burned myself. Another symbol that I learned when I was young was that my teddy bear was representative of safety and love. Those examples may not seem like obvious symbols, but anything that you have attached a significant meaning to and invokes those emotions when you see that object or icon is a symbol.
It seems that in every religion there is some sort of icon or symbol that represents the faith that you have in God, Buddha, or any other type of religious deity. Some symbols of religion are actual statues of the deity that you believe in or they are a singular icon. The symbol that you have for your religion is encompassing all that you believe. It puts those words that you cannot express into a representative thing, a way to help show the devotion and love that you have for your religion.
The cross is one of the earliest and most widely used Christian symbols. In the broadest sense it symbolizes the religion of Christianity. Specifically, it represents and memorializes Christ's death. Many types of crosses have developed over many years; some crosses have a specific symbolic meaning and others that have simply become culturally associated with certain groups. Depending on the area the cross is often shown in different shapes, sizes and styles. The cross also means a variety of things to different people. However, there is a common thread that seems to have been made between all the Christian meanings and that is faith.
It seems that the cross is everywhere: TV, movies, books, bumper stickers. Often times when a symbol is everywhere and seen by all it tends to lose its meaning and purpose. Or we become so desensitized to the symbol that we don’t even recognize it as a symbol and it just becomes another meaningless object in our lives. However, the cross still seems to invoke those feelings of faith and trust. The symbol is safe and has a deep rooted meaning within society. The cross is a unifying symbol and even if one is not Christian one usually knows what the cross represents. As a symbol of a belief the cross is a universal symbol that reminds Christians of the sacrifice that Christ made.
Symbols are everywhere and they are used by everyone. The same symbol can have different meanings to different people. However, their purpose is the same; they are there to remind you of something else. The cross is just one example of a universal symbol that we deal with in our everyday lives. Even if one is not religious the cross probably still holds some meaning to that person. Whether we know it or not we are always affected by the symbols that are around us. We just need to know how and where to look for them.
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Art Fellon Fellon |
2006-05-28 |
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Title: Using Informal and Formal Status Symbols in Your Orgazination to Advance Your career
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You want to get ahead in life and your career .
Formal status symbols in a business setting tend to come with promotion. In other words, you have to earn them. They're badges of rank in the corporate army.
Some of the most common ones a re:
- a reserved parking space next to the building
- an office with a window (corner offices and those on top floors best)
- executive dining room privileges
- wet bar in office
- jacuzzi adjoining office
- Blackberry email device supplied by the company
- a private secretary
- first-class travel privileges
-designer lamps and furniture as well as LCD computer monitors
Although you as a management standoff wanabee might not qualify for some of the above status symbols, they may be able to come up with reasonable facsimiles. Perhaps you don't rate a reserved parking spot right next to the building, for example, but maybe you can wangle one in the reserved lot, which is better than hiking three blocks from the general parking area like the rest of the peons.
Make it your business to say nice things to the secretary who handles such matters. It also pays to befriend people like the head of facilities and maintenance, who would be in a position to install a better office rug or wallpaper than you deserve. Check Dale Carnegie's timeless book How to Win Friends and Influence People for the finer points of dealing with such folks.
You may decide it's politically expedient to spend your own money for things that the company won't supply, such as a that Blackberry or that newest GSM cellular phone and high-class office furnishings.
Outsiders, new employees, and casual visitors who don't know the difference will think your expensive trappings came with the territory. If somebody is rude enough to ask, "How did you rate this?" just smile and shrug your shoulders. That adds to your mystique.
Informal status symbols are another matter. These are often adopted by the informal organization, and their importance varies from one company or depar ment to the next. For example it has been reported reported that some managers like to display computer software running as status symbols.
The " authority " with such a " display " may not the first thing about these products and as well may be totally technically inept at any computer skills.
As well think of a bank of thin LCD computer monitors as s little more than a string of dim lamp bulbs . The more impressive upcomimg compuitermodels to display includes Microsoft Office System 2007 beta 2 Software , computer web pages locked at Sourceforgenet especially dealing those sourceforge computer project s involving security , corporate firewall amd encryption projects As well it always helps to display the latest Beta release Microsoft Software such as the upcoming vaporware operating sytem Vista , To give you and idea the previous incorporation of the upcomiing Vista Operating Sytem was previously called " Longhorn ".
All of these programs are for the most part mythical .
They are always changing due to the nature of deadlines and the infighting and childish nature and poor typing skills of computer programmers.
No one can really ever refute your expertise or call your bluff seriousl.
Anyone who would is either a liar or fool and is certainly not your competitor in the quest for management or promotion in another field .
And ianyways ts not as if the others you are trying to upscale have not had enough trouble with their current version of Windows or the computer systems they struggle with .
If you find it difficult to upscale others you can also leave computer screens locked on those program screens and informtatiional websites As well instuctional cds or reviews on these amu other opearating systems or programs may be left arouind for display and demo purposes .
And it never hurts to try to display that you are always in the process of upgrrading your skills and knowlege as a demonstration of your time management and management evaluation and decision making skills.
Its always good to pretend that you are mastering a Linux distro or the Sum microsytem server systems.
As well i 's noteworthy that there aree computer programs easily available to help you pretend that you are busy 28 hours a days .
With the touch of a key, a model of a work project can be thrown up on your expensive neat LCD monitor while in actuality you were really the web for travel sites on your upcoming foreign vacation , or smply playing solitaire A handy feature for when your boss walks in the door.
Most informal status symbols revolve around personal or office accessories. These include Blackberrys, and
higer end business notebook computers systems
As well these props should have silent attestment to their value - both of their stature and of the essential value of the data they contain.
Expensive locks , encryprion and satellite tracking security systems to protect your laptop from theft scream out the importance of your notebook computer and its data on which the whole future of your firm revolve around .
As an up and comer you should consider acquiring one portable communiation devices such as those notebooks computers even if your firm will not provide them to you .
As well consider the imporance of Blackberry portable email systems and high end GSM phones because ultimately they may prove to be an wise and imporant investment in your career.
A Blackberry unit linked to the corporate communication and computer system for example, implies that you're a dedicated manager who may need to summon the electronic genie at any hour of the night to elict data from your office files in order to solve some vital managent crisis .
Of course it is wise to point out that with simple planning that crisis may never have occurred
In this day and age you can even link your new GSM phone to your notebook for instant access anywhere in most of the world to head office.
Remember to often demonstrate your wireless abilty even if if is from a simple hotpsot not even your expsnsive GSM phone / Internet connection .
Just like an empty briefcase being carried out at the end of the day or work week it doesn't hurt to be seen carrying your notebook computer or Blackberry to and from work, either. You certainly look more progressive and farsighted than colleagues
Remember these and other silently promoted Corporate status symbols can advance your career in any of a number of important ways.
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Visa Pro |
2007-09-28 |
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Title: ''Visa'' and ''Status'': What is the difference?
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It has become vitally important for all foreign nationals coming to the U.S. to maintain their status at all times. In order to maintain legal status while in the U.S., you must understand the difference between the two legal terms — ‘Visa’ and ‘Status’. People are often confused between Visa and Status because of the erroneous usage of the two terms in conjunction with each other. However, there is a clear distinction between the two terms under the immigration laws. A Visa is a stamp placed in the passport by a U.S. Consulate outside the U.S. All visas serve merely as entry documents. Status on the other hand, is the group of privileges given to a foreign national while receiving immigration benefits at the port of entry. When a foreign national is legally admitted to the U.S., he acquires a Status. About Visa and Status Visas can be designated as either nonimmigrant or immigrant. A person who will live in the U.S. permanently and get a “Green Card” is issued an immigrant visa. Everyone else gets a nonimmigrant visa. While Visas and Green Cards are things you can see, a status is something that cannot be seen. A nonimmigrant visa affixed to your passport or other travel document signifies that a consular officer believes that you are eligible for the immigration status you seek and to apply for admission into the U.S. in that particular nonimmigrant category. A Visa does not guarantee you admission into the U.S. A U.S. Immigration Inspector at the port of entry can deny you entry if he or she believes that you are not eligible to be admitted in the category for which the visa is issued. Statuses can also be designated as either immigrant or nonimmigrant. Nonimmigrant statuses have exactly the same names and privileges as the corresponding nonimmigrant visa. However, an immigrant visa holder is granted the status of permanent resident upon entering the U.S. with his or her immigrant visa. While you must be given a Status with each visa, the reverse is not true. The Form I-94 — Arrival/Departure Document — received at the time of entry as a nonimmigrant will indicate the designated Status as well as the expiration date of that Status. Period of Validity A Visa may be valid for as few as 30 days or up to ten years. The period of validity establishes the time during which a visa holder may appear at a U.S. port of entry and ask for admission into the U.S. A Visa may be limited to a single entry or may be valid for multiple entries during its validity period. The validity period of a Visa is not the same as the authorized period of stay you are granted when admitted to the U.S. The authorized period of stay, which is indicated on the Form I-94 stapled in the passport, may be less than the period of validity of the Visa, or may be much longer than the period during which the Visa itself is valid. Status only remains valid if you remain in the U.S. for the duration of the authorized stay as stated in the Form I-94. Once you leave the U.S., your Status is cancelled even though there is time left before the expiration date of the Status. It is important to understand that it is always the Form I-94, and not the Visa in the passport that determines your Status and its validity as to time and purpose. You are not “out of Status” if you entered the U.S. with a valid Visa and the Visa has expired, provided you are still within the authorized period of stay indicated on your Form I-94. Change of Status It is generally possible to change from one nonimmigrant status to another while inside the U.S. by filing a Change of Status application with the USCIS. A Change of Status inside the U.S., however, does not change the Visa. Hence, if you have a nonimmigrant status, but not a corresponding Visa, you will lose the status as soon as you leave the U.S. You may regain your privileges only by obtaining a proper nonimmigrant visa before returning to the U.S. Violation of Status A Status Violator is a person whose period of authorized stay has not expired, but who has violated the scope of authorized activity by working without authorization, by failing to comply with the terms of the status etc. For example, an H-1B nonimmigrant is out of status after ceasing to work for the petitioning employer or after starting to work for an employer who has not filed a petition for the foreign national. An F-1 student is out of status when no longer taking a full course of study; and a B-2 tourist is out of status when he assumes employment. However, status violators are not considered to be unlawfully present unless and until the USCIS finds that they are violating their status. Conclusion Clearly, failure on behalf of persons to understand the distinction between Visa and Status may result in unprecedented immigration hassles. If you have questions regarding the difference between Visa and Status consult a VisaPro attorney. Contact VisaPro if you have any questions regarding Visa and Status matters VisaPro covers the latest happenings on all visas in Immigration Monitor, our monthly newsletter. Click here to subscribe to Immigration Monitor. The above article is brought to you by "VisaPro.com". VisaPro’s US Immigration Lawyer Services include H-1B, K-1 Visa, L-1, Green Card, and over 100 Immigration Services. The information in this article is not intended to be legal advice. If you have questions specific to your case, we suggest that you consult with the experienced immigration attorneys at http://consultattorney.visapro.com Visit VisaPro regularly for updates and the latest immigration news at http://www.visapro.com
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Badi Purwa |
2006-07-01 |
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Title: Common Symbols Seen in Dreams
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The objects, symbols and people we see in our dreams can be baffling and confusing at times. Dreams seem to contain their own particular language, and that language can be difficult to read for those who are unfamiliar with dream symbolism. There are a number of symbols in dreams that are thought to be universal. Some of these universal themes include flying, falling, losing teeth, and failing a test. In addition to these universal symbols, however, there are a number of other important symbols encountered in dreams. Angels Angels are typically seen as symbols of goodness, purity and wisdom. The appearance of angels in a dream can be a representation of the quest for spiritual goodness, or a desire to improve your live. Angels can also be symbols of enlightenment. Angels often appear in dreams as guides or teachers. The more spiritually minded often see the appearance of angels as omens or messages. Animals Animals encountered in dreams are often symbols of our own animal nature or baser instincts. Animals can also be used by the dreaming mind to symbolize repressed desires. The exact interpretation of an animal dream depends in large measure on the type of animal in the dream. The key to interpreting an animal dream is to examine the nature of the animal dreamed about. Black Dreams about black objects can symbolize a fear of aging and death. Black can also represent a perceived void in the dreamer’s life. Blood Blood in the dream world can represent power and vitality, but the exact meaning of blood in a dream is depending on the context of the dream. Violent dreams where blood is spilled can represent an emotional upheaval or a loss of control. On the other hands, blood on the hands can represent feelings of guilt. Cars Driving a car in your dream can represent the joy of freedom, while dreaming of a car out of control can symbolize danger or a loss of control. Dancing A dream dance can have many different meanings, depending on the nature of the dance and its context. Dancing can be a symbol for sex, or for romance. Dancing in a dream can also be a symbol of freedom. Eggs Dreaming about eggs can mean a striving for renewal or rebirth, or a feeling of wholeness and unity. Dreaming of broken eggs, on the other hand, can represent a shattering of faith or a shattering of illusions. Fog Dreaming of fog can mean the dreamer is confused. Fog in a dream can also mean you are ready to explore unexplored parts of your life or your personality. Gate A dream gate can be either an entrance or an exit, deepening on which way it is swinging. Illness Dreaming about sickness can be an indication that you need to seek help for a physical ailment. The unconscious mind can be more aware of the body’s condition than the conscious mind. Keys Finding keys in a dream can indicate you have been keeping a secret, or that you are locking away a secret life. Mountains Dreams in which you are climbing a mountain can symbolize achieving a goal or reaching for higher levels of success. Dreams in which you are climbing down a mountain can mean that you have reached your goals. Owl Dreams of owls can represent the need for knowledge and wisdom. In some cases, the owl can be a physical representation of the subconscious mind. In many cases, owls are used to deliver messages in dreams. Road The road seen in a dream can indicate the direction the dreamer is headed, and the nature of the road can indicate the perceived nature of the journey. A long straight road can mean smooth sailing ahead, while a winding or bumpy road can indicate perceived difficulties along the way. Stairs Dreams of climbing stairs can mean a reaching or a yearning for higher levels of awareness, while deems of descending stairs can mean you fear a diminishing status. Underground Dreaming of going underground can symbolize a journey to the subconscious, or it can mean that the dreamer is wrestling with issues he or she is afraid to face. In addition, venturing underground during a dream can mean the dreamer is ready to explore previously hidden issues. Visit http://www.free-dream-interpretation.com and read more about dream interpretation
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Stoney Mountain |
2008-05-05 |
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Title: Using Informal and Formal Status Symbols in Your Orgazination to Advance Your career
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You want to get ahead in life and your career . Formal status symbols in a business setting tend to come with promotion. In other words, you have to earn them. They're badges of rank in the corporate army. Some of the most common ones a re: - a reserved parking space next to the building - an office with a window (corner offices and those on top floors best) - executive dining room privileges - wet bar in office - jacuzzi adjoining office - Blackberry email device supplied by the company - a private secretary - first-class travel privileges -designer lamps and furniture as well as LCD computer monitors Although you as a management standoff wanabee might not qualify for some of the above status symbols, they may be able to come up with reasonable facsimiles. Perhaps you don't rate a reserved parking spot right next to the building, for example, but maybe you can wangle one in the reserved lot, which is better than hiking three blocks from the general parking area like the rest of the peons. Make it your business to say nice things to the secretary who handles such matters. It also pays to befriend people like the head of facilities and maintenance, who would be in a position to install a better office rug or wallpaper than you deserve. Check Dale Carnegie's timeless book How to Win Friends and Influence People for the finer points of dealing with such folks. You may decide it's politically expedient to spend your own money for things that the company won't supply, such as a that Blackberry or that newest GSM cellular phone and high-class office furnishings. Outsiders, new employees, and casual visitors who don't know the difference will think your expensive trappings came with the territory. If somebody is rude enough to ask, "How did you rate this?" just smile and shrug your shoulders. That adds to your mystique. Informal status symbols are another matter. These are often adopted by the informal organization, and their importance varies from one company or depar ment to the next. For example it has been reported reported that some managers like to display computer software running as status symbols. The " authority " with such a " display " may not the first thing about these products and as well may be totally technically inept at any computer skills. As well think of a bank of thin LCD computer monitors as s little more than a string of dim lamp bulbs . The more impressive upcomimg compuitermodels to display includes Microsoft Office System 2007 beta 2 Software , computer web pages locked at Sourceforgenet especially dealing those sourceforge computer project s involving security , corporate firewall amd encryption projects As well it always helps to display the latest Beta release Microsoft Software such as the upcoming vaporware operating sytem Vista , To give you and idea the previous incorporation of the upcomiing Vista Operating Sytem was previously called " Longhorn ". All of these programs are for the most part mythical . They are always changing due to the nature of deadlines and the infighting and childish nature and poor typing skills of computer programmers. No one can really ever refute your expertise or call your bluff seriousl. Anyone who would is either a liar or fool and is certainly not your competitor in the quest for management or promotion in another field . And ianyways ts not as if the others you are trying to upscale have not had enough trouble with their current version of Windows or the computer systems they struggle with . If you find it difficult to upscale others you can also leave computer screens locked on those program screens and informtatiional websites As well instuctional cds or reviews on these amu other opearating systems or programs may be left arouind for display and demo purposes . And it never hurts to try to display that you are always in the process of upgrrading your skills and knowlege as a demonstration of your time management and management evaluation and decision making skills. Its always good to pretend that you are mastering a Linux distro or the Sum microsytem server systems. As well i 's noteworthy that there aree computer programs easily available to help you pretend that you are busy 28 hours a days . With the touch of a key, a model of a work project can be thrown up on your expensive neat LCD monitor while in actuality you were really the web for travel sites on your upcoming foreign vacation , or smply playing solitaire A handy feature for when your boss walks in the door. Most informal status symbols revolve around personal or office accessories. These include Blackberrys, and higer end business notebook computers systems As well these props should have silent attestment to their value - both of their stature and of the essential value of the data they contain. Expensive locks , encryprion and satellite tracking security systems to protect your laptop from theft scream out the importance of your notebook computer and its data on which the whole future of your firm revolve around . As an up and comer you should consider acquiring one portable communiation devices such as those notebooks computers even if your firm will not provide them to you . As well consider the imporance of Blackberry portable email systems and high end GSM phones because ultimately they may prove to be an wise and imporant investment in your career. A Blackberry unit linked to the corporate communication and computer system for example, implies that you're a dedicated manager who may need to summon the electronic genie at any hour of the night to elict data from your office files in order to solve some vital managent crisis . Of course it is wise to point out that with simple planning that crisis may never have occurred In this day and age you can even link your new GSM phone to your notebook for instant access anywhere in most of the world to head office. Remember to often demonstrate your wireless abilty even if if is from a simple hotpsot not even your expsnsive GSM phone / Internet connection . Just like an empty briefcase being carried out at the end of the day or work week it doesn't hurt to be seen carrying your notebook computer or Blackberry to and from work, either. You certainly look more progressive and farsighted than colleagues Remember these and other silently promoted Corporate status symbols can advance your career in any of a number of important ways.
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J Tillotson |
2007-12-18 |
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Title: Phones: mobile status symbols
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It's been around for probably longer than people realise but the mobile phone has evolved into one of the most popular status symbols since the sports car. Your position in society seems directly linked to the make, model, colour and style of your phone, while your choice in ringtones and attachments can give away your age and personality.
Having a customisable mobile phone is a fashion must-have. Nobody wants the boring old brick with the green screen and fixed covers. That doesn't say anything about the person who owns it other than they're living in the past.
We want the latest slider phone with the ability to play our favourite songs while we're sending, via Bluetooth, the videos taken with the 5.2 megapixel camera to a person on the other side of the room with the exact same phone in a different colour. We want to be able to surf the internet or play games while sitting on a train, and watch ourselves on the SatNav.
The UK can't do without their mobiles. You can't go anywhere on public transport without hearing at least one ringtone, or seeing gangs of schoolgirls comparing pictures from their handsets. Even the cheap mobile phones have enough features to keep one entertained for a short while, with a camera, games and internet as standard on almost all handsets.
We expect a lot from our mobile phones, and the makers are more than happy to deliver. It seems like every day there's yet another phone coming on the market with yet another feature than you never thought of, but now can't live without.
With mobile technology changing so frequently, more people are opting for a contract phone as opposed to a pay as you go one. Having a contract enables you to get the latest handset at a cheaper price, then trade it in for another small sum after as little as a year. This way you can be sure of always having the latest model and mobile technology.
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Bernadette Dimitrov |
2006-10-20 |
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Title: Christmas Symbols - 3 Amazing Insights About 3 Popular Christmas Symbols!
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We all love Christmas symbols used as decorations however most people have no idea where they originally came from. It certainly adds to a deeper enjoyment of Christmas when meaning is added. Imagine the delightful Christmas conversations sharing your new insights. So read on and enjoy a deeper understanding of three popular symbols and their meaning!
Christmas Bells - Bells were traditionally rung to celebrate the birth of Christ on Christmas morning. In olden times bells were assumed to chase away evil spirits. They believed that noise of any kind would repel evil. Bells represent the death of the devil (ignorance) and the birth of goodness (enlightenment). In modern times Father Christmas uses jingling bells accompanying his sleigh progress to announce the birth of goodness and new beginnings and ultimately to remind us to seek enlightenment that is, to develop the good within us all!
Candy Cane - A 17th century craftsman created white sticks of candy in the shape of shepherd's crooks at the suggestion of a Choirmaster in Germany. The treats were passed out to children to keep them quiet during ceremonies at the nativity scene. It didn't take long for the word to spread and a new custom to be created. In the 1950's a USA Catholic Priest, Gregory Keller, invented a machine to make the candy and thus growing its popularity even more throughout the world. They were made white with red stripes. Red symbolizing new life and white for Christ's purity. Later green was added as a symbol of everlasting life and the three strips represented the Holy Trinity (the three Gods ie. the Father, the Son (Jesus Christ) and the Holy Spirit).
Christmas Stockings - This is the most famous stocking legend. It rekindles the virtues of giving without expectation for which St Nicholas was legendary! The story says a kindly nobleman's wife had died, and overcome by grief the nobleman became self destructive, so much so that he foolishly squandered his entire fortune leaving his 3 young daughters doweryless and facing a life of hardship and spinsterhood. The generous St Nicholas heard of the plight of the young girls and decided to help them yet remain anonymous. In the dark of the night he rode his white horse by the house and threw three small pouches of gold coins down the chimney where they were fortuitously captured by the stockings the young women had hung by the fireplace to dry. Word spread fast and the hanging of stockings on Christmas night became hugely popular in the hope of a surprise!
As you can see symbols have a beautiful history and fun legends attached to them. Introduce the meanings into your conversations with family and friends this festive season and explore the delights of the meanings of symbols.
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Stoney Mountain |
2006-05-28 |
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Title: Using Informal and Formal Status Symbols in Your Orgazination to Advance Your career
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You want to get ahead in life and your career .
Formal status symbols in a business setting tend to come with promotion. In other words, you have to earn them. They're badges of rank in the corporate army.
Some of the most common ones a re:
- a reserved parking space next to the building
- an office with a window (corner offices and those on top floors best)
- executive dining room privileges
- wet bar in office
- jacuzzi adjoining office
- Blackberry email device supplied by the company
- a private secretary
- first-class travel privileges
-designer lamps and furniture as well as LCD computer monitors
Although you as a management standoff wanabee might not qualify for some of the above status symbols, they may be able to come up with reasonable facsimiles. Perhaps you don't rate a reserved parking spot right next to the building, for example, but maybe you can wangle one in the reserved lot, which is better than hiking three blocks from the general parking area like the rest of the peons.
Make it your business to say nice things to the secretary who handles such matters. It also pays to befriend people like the head of facilities and maintenance, who would be in a position to install a better office rug or wallpaper than you deserve. Check Dale Carnegie's timeless book How to Win Friends and Influence People for the finer points of dealing with such folks.
You may decide it's politically expedient to spend your own money for things that the company won't supply, such as a that Blackberry or that newest GSM cellular phone and high-class office furnishings.
Outsiders, new employees, and casual visitors who don't know the difference will think your expensive trappings came with the territory. If somebody is rude enough to ask, "How did you rate this?" just smile and shrug your shoulders. That adds to your mystique.
Informal status symbols are another matter. These are often adopted by the informal organization, and their importance varies from one company or depar ment to the next. For example it has been reported reported that some managers like to display computer software running as status symbols.
The " authority " with such a " display " may not the first thing about these products and as well may be totally technically inept at any computer skills.
As well think of a bank of thin LCD computer monitors as s little more than a string of dim lamp bulbs . The more impressive upcomimg compuitermodels to display includes Microsoft Office System 2007 beta 2 Software , computer web pages locked at Sourceforgenet especially dealing those sourceforge computer project s involving security , corporate firewall amd encryption projects As well it always helps to display the latest Beta release Microsoft Software such as the upcoming vaporware operating sytem Vista , To give you and idea the previous incorporation of the upcomiing Vista Operating Sytem was previously called " Longhorn ".
All of these programs are for the most part mythical .
They are always changing due to the nature of deadlines and the infighting and childish nature and poor typing skills of computer programmers.
No one can really ever refute your expertise or call your bluff seriousl.
Anyone who would is either a liar or fool and is certainly not your competitor in the quest for management or promotion in another field .
And ianyways ts not as if the others you are trying to upscale have not had enough trouble with their current version of Windows or the computer systems they struggle with .
If you find it difficult to upscale others you can also leave computer screens locked on those program screens and informtatiional websites As well instuctional cds or reviews on these amu other opearating systems or programs may be left arouind for display and demo purposes .
And it never hurts to try to display that you are always in the process of upgrrading your skills and knowlege as a demonstration of your time management and management evaluation and decision making skills.
Its always good to pretend that you are mastering a Linux distro or the Sum microsytem server systems.
As well i 's noteworthy that there aree computer programs easily available to help you pretend that you are busy 28 hours a days .
With the touch of a key, a model of a work project can be thrown up on your expensive neat LCD monitor while in actuality you were really the web for travel sites on your upcoming foreign vacation , or smply playing solitaire A handy feature for when your boss walks in the door.
Most informal status symbols revolve around personal or office accessories. These include Blackberrys, and
higer end business notebook computers systems
As well these props should have silent attestment to their value - both of their stature and of the essential value of the data they contain.
Expensive locks , encryprion and satellite tracking security systems to protect your laptop from theft scream out the importance of your notebook computer and its data on which the whole future of your firm revolve around .
As an up and comer you should consider acquiring one portable communiation devices such as those notebooks computers even if your firm will not provide them to you .
As well consider the imporance of Blackberry portable email systems and high end GSM phones because ultimately they may prove to be an wise and imporant investment in your career.
A Blackberry unit linked to the corporate communication and computer system for example, implies that you're a dedicated manager who may need to summon the electronic genie at any hour of the night to elict data from your office files in order to solve some vital managent crisis .
Of course it is wise to point out that with simple planning that crisis may never have occurred
In this day and age you can even link your new GSM phone to your notebook for instant access anywhere in most of the world to head office.
Remember to often demonstrate your wireless abilty even if if is from a simple hotpsot not even your expsnsive GSM phone / Internet connection .
Just like an empty briefcase being carried out at the end of the day or work week it doesn't hurt to be seen carrying your notebook computer or Blackberry to and from work, either. You certainly look more progressive and farsighted than colleagues
Remember these and other silently promoted Corporate status symbols can advance your career in any of a number of important ways.
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J Tillotson |
2007-12-18 |
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Title: Phones: Mobile Status Symbols
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It's been around for probably longer than people realise but the mobile phone has evolved into one of the most popular status symbols since the sports car. Your position in society seems directly linked to the make, model, colour and style of your phone, while your choice in ringtones and attachments can give away your age and personality.
Having a customisable mobile phone is a fashion must-have. Nobody wants the boring old brick with the green screen and fixed covers. That doesn't say anything about the person who owns it other than they're living in the past.
We want the latest slider phone with the ability to play our favourite songs while we're sending, via Bluetooth, the videos taken with the 5.2 megapixel camera to a person on the other side of the room with the exact same phone in a different colour. We want to be able to surf the internet or play games while sitting on a train, and watch ourselves on the SatNav.
The UK can't do without their mobiles. You can't go anywhere on public transport without hearing at least one ringtone, or seeing gangs of schoolgirls comparing pictures from their handsets. Even the cheap mobile phones have enough features to keep one entertained for a short while, with a camera, games and internet as standard on almost all handsets.
We expect a lot from our mobile phones, and the makers are more than happy to deliver. It seems like every day there's yet another phone coming on the market with yet another feature than you never thought of, but now can't live without.
With mobile technology changing so frequently, more people are opting for a contract phone as opposed to a pay as you go one. Having a contract enables you to get the latest handset at a cheaper price, then trade it in for another small sum after as little as a year. This way you can be sure of always having the latest model and mobile technology.
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Ajeet Khurana |
2007-07-31 |
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Title: Coming by Status Symbols -- Financially
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Man is constantly trying accumulate greater quantities of wealth. Money is one thing that people keep wishing they had more of. Unless you are some kind of a saint or a social worker who passionately feels for the needs of others without giving a thought to your own needs, you will constantly be thinking about ways to raise your own income levels. Now, as the nations of the world continue to progress and develop, the economies keep improving.
As a result, the people of the world have been raising their standards of living with the passage of time. Of course, inflation puts a check on the number of cars that we can own. However, we continue to try to live in better conditions in the constantly changing world situation.
When the automobile was first invented, only the very rich had access to the wonderful invention. Gradually we came to witness the rise of cars for the middle classes. It may not be a Mercedes-Benz, but a car with a modest selling price comes with several benefits. It is more fuel efficient. You won't have to pay to much for servicing. Repairs are expensive by middle class standards, but they are not unaffordable.
Moreover, if a person has invested in car insurance, a lot of repair costs are covered by the insurance company. Today, most of us can afford a car. All you have to do is find a good personal loan to help you fund your new status symbol.
Even houses work as status symbols a lot of the time. You could be residing in a beautiful rented apartment in a very nice area, but if you own a house in the same area, it would certainly be a better indicator of of your monetary standing. Those of us that do own houses continue to look at better homes in better localities.
We may not make the shift to a new house on account of factors such as the ties that bind -- friendly neighbors, nice shopkeepers, proximity to the office. However, many of us harbor dreams of owning a palace in the green countryside, or maybe even our own private jet.
As it is with cars, so it is with houses -- they do not cost a small amount. So most often, we have to turn to a loan provider or two to get us a loan offer to meet our desire to buy some status symbols. Most of us may never be able to afford a private jet. But it should not be because we did not try.
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