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by Stacey Barrus
Some of today’s “Who’s Who” directories are among the fastest-growing executive, professional and entrepreneur biographies in the world today. These who’s who directories contain accomplished members and extensive online database of people who are professionals in their field. This makes who’s who directories such as Madison Who’s Who a premier resource for networking.
Most of these directories have a mission to deliver its members the recognition and competitive edge needed to network and do business effectively. Inclusion in these registries is usually an honor limited to individuals who have demonstrated leadership and achievement in their industry and occupation. The registries are distributed exclusively to members of the directory around the world, making it the ideal vehicle for you to use to position yourself and your company.
From healthcare to law, engineering to finance, manufacturing to education, every major profession is represented by in most who’s who directories.

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By Edwin Ogenio

Over the years I have been asked the question many times whether women are allowed to teach in church or have a leadership position in church or ministry. Those who ask me this question usually ask because of the following scripture, which according to them is very confusing, since this scripture often has been used by religious leaders to justify the fact that women among other things should not be in church leadership position. Yet, there are many Christians who believe that it is perfectly fine to have women teaching or being the pastor of a church, but when they are asked to give a scriptural explanation by those who question it, they have a very hard time doing so.

Women should listen and learn quietly and submissively. I do not let women teach men or have authority over them. Let them listen quietly. For God made Adam first, and afterward he made Eve. And it was the woman, not Adam, who was deceived by Satan, and sin was the result. But women will be saved through childbearing and by continuing to live in faith, love, holiness, and modesty. 1. Tim 2:11-15 NLT

Let’s clear out the misunderstanding! The apostle Paul who wrote this letter to the church in Ephesus did not forbid women from teaching. First of all, we know this because it was Paul who complimented and honored his co-worker in the ministry, Priscilla, who together with her husband Aquila, taught the preacher evangelist named Apollos.

Meanwhile, a Jew named Apollos, an eloquent speaker who knew the Scriptures well, had just arrived in Ephesus from Alexandria in Egypt. He had been taught the way of the Lord and talked to others with great enthusiasm and accuracy about Jesus. However, he knew only about John’s baptism. When Priscilla and Aquila heard him preaching boldly in the synagogue, they took him aside and explained the way of God more accurately. Acts 18:24-26 NLT

Greet Priscilla and Aquila. They have been co-workers in my ministry for Christ Jesus. In fact, they risked their lives for me. I am not the only one who is thankful to them; so are all the Gentile churches. Please give my greetings to the church that meets in their home. Rom 16:3-5 NLT

To be continued…

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Star Vacation Club presents our Puerto Vallarta cruise. This once-sleepy fishing village became a popular resort after The Night of the Iguana was filmed here in 1964. Nestled on the 28-mile curve of Banderas Bay, Puerto Vallarta has steadfastly held on to its character. Red tile roofs and rows of balconies, spilling over with colorful bougainvillea, still line its cobblestone streets. A pleasure for both the eye and the camera.

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Besides the mythological gods of the Greek era, The Greek Gods TM consist of (3 Greek friends) that have a passion for authentic Greek foods. Located in the great Northwest, The Greek Gods TM formed their company in 2003 with the understanding and burning desire to deliver authentic Greek style products to the market. All of Greek Gods‘ products possess a certain “distinct profile” and embody those flavors found on a Greek dining table. Greek Gods TM truly care about their traditions, and the amazing foods found in the Mediterranean.

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Although it is quite unfortunate, most people are not receptive to new opportunities, ideas, or experiences. That is why 99.5% of all fliers end up in the trash, even if they have a band’s web address printed on them. So, when promoting for a show (with BigTime Entertainment or otherwise), your first strategy should be getting everyone who knows YOU to come see you play. You’ll find that these people already feel connected to you, so you won’t even need to use your music to establish a connection.
It is vital that you get everyone who knows YOU to come see you play-not only for BigTime Entertainment shows, but for every single show you play. Once you start bringing out the people who know YOU to your shows, you can then start to grow your fan base by encouraging them to invite their friends to your shows. Their friends may not have a direct connection to you, but they are connected to one of your biggest fans. Even that indirect connection is a powerful tool for increasing your draw. Also, the people that know you are the people who you can count on to stand right in front of the stage and cheer after every song. When those people are at your show, it encourages the people who have never heard you to take note of what you’re doing on stage. They think to themselves, “Everyone’s cheering…these guys must be pretty good.”

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Howard Nestler,CEO of Executive Options, has streamlined the task of finding their next placement for premium executives who bring superior skills to the companies that engage them. “Too often, a man or woman begins to think that he or she is too old or over qualified as a result of seeing what is listed on job boards,” Howard Nestler explains. “What they must understand is that many of the jobs that are suitable for them aren’t listed. That’s why an astute marketing campaign can produce more satisfying results.”

Howard Nestler has been engaged in the activity of marketing executives to corporations for twenty-six years. His observation is that the factors affecting the job scene today make it a buyer’s market. “There are simply too many candidates available at any given time,” says Howard Nestler. This creates hardships for the executive seeking a job and for the corporation seeking talent. “With so many people to sort through, a corporation can spend an inordinate amount of time looking for the right individual. That’s why I create campaigns for my clients that immediately separate them from the crowd and mark them as uniquely skilled.”

Howard Nestler has moved away from the traditional resume/cover letter approach and has created a unique program that enables a premium executive to communicate his or her value concepts in an effective manner. “The competition is the best of the best and an executive needs to establish instant recognition of their abilities or they risk getting lost in the crowd.” Howard Nestler believes that every CEO in an executive’s sector should be aware of his or her talents. With that kind of visibility, offers will come to a job candidate resulting in options they might never have dreamt of. “A good marketing campaign will open up horizons and create a more fulfilling future for executives and their families.”

Indeed, Howard Nestler has streamlined the process by putting the emphasis on a candidate’s individuality.

To read more about Howard Nestler go to www.howard-nestler.net

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As a local artist, you must assume that no more than 1% (probably far less, actually) of the population in your home market has ever heard your music. So if your promotion efforts (for a BigTime Entertainment show or any other show you play) are going to yield any results, you must come to terms with the fact that you are promoting almost exclusively to people who know nothing about you, as an artist, whatsoever. You will find that there is only one group of people that will come see you play without first knowing your music—that is, the people that know YOU!
Your friends, relatives, co-workers, and classmates are the only people that will want to see you play without ever having heard your music. They know that YOU are an interesting, cool, funny, deep, or inspiring person—so they know to expect the same from your music, even though they haven’t heard it yet.

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You are in for a real Star Vacation Club treat. There is an attraction for every person. Star Vacation Club has some of the finest salt water fishing here. Whether you are an avid fly fisherman looking for the thrill of sight casting to tarpon as they cross a beautiful sandy flat in the backcountry, or offshore doing some deep sea fishing and thinking about your fresh seafood dinner.

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Greek Gods yogurt can be added to fresh fruit and cereals for breakfast. It can be used to make dips and salad dressings, as a garnish for soups and used to add a creamy taste and texture to sauces and curries. Greek Gods yogurt can be used as a substitute for cream or ice cream or as a topping for fresh fruit. Excellent served with honey, as a topping, or wherever your imagination takes you.Greek Gods Greek Yogurt is:

1. All Natural
2. Made with Live and Active Cultures (Including Probiotics)
3. Kosher-Dairy (Orthodox Union)
4. Excellent Source of Calcium
5. rBST/rBGH Free (No BGH) Growth Hormones

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While many who’s who directories include lists of professionals in their field, Madison’s Who’s Who boasts a diverse membership base that includes artists, academicians, engineers, and realtors to name a few. Providing those member’s biographies and credentials along with the multiple benefits of online exposure was just the first step of many that Madison Who’s Who has taken to providing Madison Who’s Who members increased value. Now members are not only names in a book but are real and viable connections. With the addition of a virtual bulletin board, Madison Who’s Who members have a forum where they can engage in business, chat about trivia, and mingle with professionals with like goals, life styles and ambitions. Madison Who’s Who also provides convenient news feeds where members can review headlines from leading online publications from around the globe. After perusing the latest investment news, Madison Who’s Who thought a classified ads section would be especially handy for members to engage in business, list job openings or recruit.
Madison Who’s Who could have stopped there and still retained a competitive edge. Truth is, in creating an online presence, Madison Who’s Who committed itself to never standing still. As long as there is technology available that will increase and improve our services, Madison Who’s Who is committed to applying it.

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