The male enhancement of tomorrow has everything from shape-changing powers to a mind of its own. But what happens when this miraculous endowment refuses to cooperate with its new owner? War breaks out between man and enhancement, the ultimate struggle between two minds in one body.
This document appears to be a transcript of a confusing conversation on social media between multiple individuals. It discusses one person, Mo, posting inappropriate content to another's Facebook page without consent, which caused anger. Others try to defuse the situation with jokes or by saying to not take social media so seriously, while the wronged individual insists the actions put their account in jeopardy and wants to be removed from the conversation.
This document appears to be a transcript of a disjointed online conversation involving several individuals. It touches on topics like deleted social media profiles, inappropriate content being shared without consent, character attacks, and requests to be removed from an online thread or conversation. Overall, the discussion seems tense and aggressive in nature, with heated exchanges and accusations occurring between some of the participants.
The document discusses various events in the lives of several Sims characters, including Alexander, Trixibelle, James, and Elizabeth. It touches on topics like going to college, living in a Greek house together, romantic relationships, supernatural encounters, and writing books. The tone is comedic and irreverent as it provides commentary on the Sims and the characters' adventures.
- The narrator apologizes for their long absence last month which they spent sleeping. They hope the current installment is good enough to be forgiven.
- Ryan is studying seriously but is seen reading a romance novel. Amy is helping around the house to avoid dangerous repairs. Lucky has become the easiest family member to please.
- The narrator catches readers up on the lives of several Sim families, including births, careers, and deaths over the past period.
Peter dropped a box that had moved on its own into a mailbox so he wouldn't have to open it. Samantha wanted fame but didn't consider the downsides. A person reflects that just existing makes one's life extraordinary and not to waste the opportunity. A woman prepares to defend herself with keys in her fist from an approaching mother bear and cubs.
A man is pushing through a crowded street in Ikebukuro aggressively, trying to get away from a store clerk who is chasing him, possibly because he shoplifted. This is causing a commotion. Then another man, Shizuo, casually walks out. He has bandages on his face, indicating he was recently in a fight.
The Devereaux Legacy: Chapter Two - Part 1peasant007
The document provides an update on "The Devereaux Legacy" Sims story. It summarizes that the author took over a month's break from writing the story. They then gave the founder Sim, Joshua Devereaux, a makeover and introduced his new wife Kelly. Kelly enjoys eating grilled cheese sandwiches. The summary describes Joshua and Kelly working on skills and Kelly achieving her aspiration of having a baby.
The story is about an old failed singer who receives a call offering him a replacement concert gig at the Olympia theater, replacing another singer who had a heart attack. He eagerly practices and prepares, anxiously awaiting a possible telegram cancelling the gig if the other singer recovers by noon. At noon, there is a knock at the door, and a telegram is delivered. He reads it with trembling hands in front of his anxious wife. Upon reading it, he exclaims in triumph that it's nothing important - his mother just died, so the concert is still on.
This document appears to be a transcript of a confusing conversation on social media between multiple individuals. It discusses one person, Mo, posting inappropriate content to another's Facebook page without consent, which caused anger. Others try to defuse the situation with jokes or by saying to not take social media so seriously, while the wronged individual insists the actions put their account in jeopardy and wants to be removed from the conversation.
This document appears to be a transcript of a disjointed online conversation involving several individuals. It touches on topics like deleted social media profiles, inappropriate content being shared without consent, character attacks, and requests to be removed from an online thread or conversation. Overall, the discussion seems tense and aggressive in nature, with heated exchanges and accusations occurring between some of the participants.
The document discusses various events in the lives of several Sims characters, including Alexander, Trixibelle, James, and Elizabeth. It touches on topics like going to college, living in a Greek house together, romantic relationships, supernatural encounters, and writing books. The tone is comedic and irreverent as it provides commentary on the Sims and the characters' adventures.
- The narrator apologizes for their long absence last month which they spent sleeping. They hope the current installment is good enough to be forgiven.
- Ryan is studying seriously but is seen reading a romance novel. Amy is helping around the house to avoid dangerous repairs. Lucky has become the easiest family member to please.
- The narrator catches readers up on the lives of several Sim families, including births, careers, and deaths over the past period.
Peter dropped a box that had moved on its own into a mailbox so he wouldn't have to open it. Samantha wanted fame but didn't consider the downsides. A person reflects that just existing makes one's life extraordinary and not to waste the opportunity. A woman prepares to defend herself with keys in her fist from an approaching mother bear and cubs.
A man is pushing through a crowded street in Ikebukuro aggressively, trying to get away from a store clerk who is chasing him, possibly because he shoplifted. This is causing a commotion. Then another man, Shizuo, casually walks out. He has bandages on his face, indicating he was recently in a fight.
The Devereaux Legacy: Chapter Two - Part 1peasant007
The document provides an update on "The Devereaux Legacy" Sims story. It summarizes that the author took over a month's break from writing the story. They then gave the founder Sim, Joshua Devereaux, a makeover and introduced his new wife Kelly. Kelly enjoys eating grilled cheese sandwiches. The summary describes Joshua and Kelly working on skills and Kelly achieving her aspiration of having a baby.
The story is about an old failed singer who receives a call offering him a replacement concert gig at the Olympia theater, replacing another singer who had a heart attack. He eagerly practices and prepares, anxiously awaiting a possible telegram cancelling the gig if the other singer recovers by noon. At noon, there is a knock at the door, and a telegram is delivered. He reads it with trembling hands in front of his anxious wife. Upon reading it, he exclaims in triumph that it's nothing important - his mother just died, so the concert is still on.
Understanding of Self - Applied Social Psychology - Psychology SuperNotesPsychoTech Services
A proprietary approach developed by bringing together the best of learning theories from Psychology, design principles from the world of visualization, and pedagogical methods from over a decade of training experience, that enables you to: Learn better, faster!
As we navigate through the ebbs and flows of life, it is natural to experience moments of low motivation and dwindling passion for our goals.
However, it is important to remember that this is a common hurdle that can be overcome with the right strategies in place.
In this guide, we will explore ways to rekindle the fire within you and stay motivated towards your aspirations.
You may be stressed about revealing your cancer diagnosis to your child or children.
Children love stories and these often provide parents with a means of broaching tricky subjects and so the ‘The Secret Warrior’ book was especially written for CANSA TLC, by creative writer and social worker, Sally Ann Carter.
Find out more:
https://cansa.org.za/resources-to-help-share-a-parent-or-loved-ones-cancer-diagnosis-with-a-child/
Procrastination is a common challenge that many individuals face when it comes to completing tasks and achieving goals. It can hinder productivity and lead to feelings of stress and frustration.
However, with the right strategies and mindset, it is possible to overcome procrastination and increase productivity.
In this article, we will explore the causes of procrastination, how to recognize the signs of procrastination in oneself, and effective strategies for overcoming procrastination and boosting productivity.
Aggression - Applied Social Psychology - Psychology SuperNotesPsychoTech Services
A proprietary approach developed by bringing together the best of learning theories from Psychology, design principles from the world of visualization, and pedagogical methods from over a decade of training experience, that enables you to: Learn better, faster!
ProSocial Behaviour - Applied Social Psychology - Psychology SuperNotesPsychoTech Services
A proprietary approach developed by bringing together the best of learning theories from Psychology, design principles from the world of visualization, and pedagogical methods from over a decade of training experience, that enables you to: Learn better, faster!
2024 State of Marketing Report – by HubspotMarius Sescu
https://www.hubspot.com/state-of-marketing
· Scaling relationships and proving ROI
· Social media is the place for search, sales, and service
· Authentic influencer partnerships fuel brand growth
· The strongest connections happen via call, click, chat, and camera.
· Time saved with AI leads to more creative work
· Seeking: A single source of truth
· TLDR; Get on social, try AI, and align your systems.
· More human marketing, powered by robots
ChatGPT is a revolutionary addition to the world since its introduction in 2022. A big shift in the sector of information gathering and processing happened because of this chatbot. What is the story of ChatGPT? How is the bot responding to prompts and generating contents? Swipe through these slides prepared by Expeed Software, a web development company regarding the development and technical intricacies of ChatGPT!
Product Design Trends in 2024 | Teenage EngineeringsPixeldarts
The realm of product design is a constantly changing environment where technology and style intersect. Every year introduces fresh challenges and exciting trends that mold the future of this captivating art form. In this piece, we delve into the significant trends set to influence the look and functionality of product design in the year 2024.
How Race, Age and Gender Shape Attitudes Towards Mental HealthThinkNow
Mental health has been in the news quite a bit lately. Dozens of U.S. states are currently suing Meta for contributing to the youth mental health crisis by inserting addictive features into their products, while the U.S. Surgeon General is touring the nation to bring awareness to the growing epidemic of loneliness and isolation. The country has endured periods of low national morale, such as in the 1970s when high inflation and the energy crisis worsened public sentiment following the Vietnam War. The current mood, however, feels different. Gallup recently reported that national mental health is at an all-time low, with few bright spots to lift spirits.
To better understand how Americans are feeling and their attitudes towards mental health in general, ThinkNow conducted a nationally representative quantitative survey of 1,500 respondents and found some interesting differences among ethnic, age and gender groups.
Technology
For example, 52% agree that technology and social media have a negative impact on mental health, but when broken out by race, 61% of Whites felt technology had a negative effect, and only 48% of Hispanics thought it did.
While technology has helped us keep in touch with friends and family in faraway places, it appears to have degraded our ability to connect in person. Staying connected online is a double-edged sword since the same news feed that brings us pictures of the grandkids and fluffy kittens also feeds us news about the wars in Israel and Ukraine, the dysfunction in Washington, the latest mass shooting and the climate crisis.
Hispanics may have a built-in defense against the isolation technology breeds, owing to their large, multigenerational households, strong social support systems, and tendency to use social media to stay connected with relatives abroad.
Age and Gender
When asked how individuals rate their mental health, men rate it higher than women by 11 percentage points, and Baby Boomers rank it highest at 83%, saying it’s good or excellent vs. 57% of Gen Z saying the same.
Gen Z spends the most amount of time on social media, so the notion that social media negatively affects mental health appears to be correlated. Unfortunately, Gen Z is also the generation that’s least comfortable discussing mental health concerns with healthcare professionals. Only 40% of them state they’re comfortable discussing their issues with a professional compared to 60% of Millennials and 65% of Boomers.
Race Affects Attitudes
As seen in previous research conducted by ThinkNow, Asian Americans lag other groups when it comes to awareness of mental health issues. Twenty-four percent of Asian Americans believe that having a mental health issue is a sign of weakness compared to the 16% average for all groups. Asians are also considerably less likely to be aware of mental health services in their communities (42% vs. 55%) and most likely to seek out information on social media (51% vs. 35%).
AI Trends in Creative Operations 2024 by Artwork Flow.pdfmarketingartwork
Creative operations teams expect increased AI use in 2024. Currently, over half of tasks are not AI-enabled, but this is expected to decrease in the coming year. ChatGPT is the most popular AI tool currently. Business leaders are more actively exploring AI benefits than individual contributors. Most respondents do not believe AI will impact workforce size in 2024. However, some inhibitions still exist around AI accuracy and lack of understanding. Creatives primarily want to use AI to save time on mundane tasks and boost productivity.
Organizational culture includes values, norms, systems, symbols, language, assumptions, beliefs, and habits that influence employee behaviors and how people interpret those behaviors. It is important because culture can help or hinder a company's success. Some key aspects of Netflix's culture that help it achieve results include hiring smartly so every position has stars, focusing on attitude over just aptitude, and having a strict policy against peacocks, whiners, and jerks.
PEPSICO Presentation to CAGNY Conference Feb 2024Neil Kimberley
PepsiCo provided a safe harbor statement noting that any forward-looking statements are based on currently available information and are subject to risks and uncertainties. It also provided information on non-GAAP measures and directing readers to its website for disclosure and reconciliation. The document then discussed PepsiCo's business overview, including that it is a global beverage and convenient food company with iconic brands, $91 billion in net revenue in 2023, and nearly $14 billion in core operating profit. It operates through a divisional structure with a focus on local consumers.
Content Methodology: A Best Practices Report (Webinar)contently
This document provides an overview of content methodology best practices. It defines content methodology as establishing objectives, KPIs, and a culture of continuous learning and iteration. An effective methodology focuses on connecting with audiences, creating optimal content, and optimizing processes. It also discusses why a methodology is needed due to the competitive landscape, proliferation of channels, and opportunities for improvement. Components of an effective methodology include defining objectives and KPIs, audience analysis, identifying opportunities, and evaluating resources. The document concludes with recommendations around creating a content plan, testing and optimizing content over 90 days.
How to Prepare For a Successful Job Search for 2024Albert Qian
The document provides guidance on preparing a job search for 2024. It discusses the state of the job market, focusing on growth in AI and healthcare but also continued layoffs. It recommends figuring out what you want to do by researching interests and skills, then conducting informational interviews. The job search should involve building a personal brand on LinkedIn, actively applying to jobs, tailoring resumes and interviews, maintaining job hunting as a habit, and continuing self-improvement. Once hired, the document advises setting new goals and keeping skills and networking active in case of future opportunities.
A report by thenetworkone and Kurio.
The contributing experts and agencies are (in an alphabetical order): Sylwia Rytel, Social Media Supervisor, 180heartbeats + JUNG v MATT (PL), Sharlene Jenner, Vice President - Director of Engagement Strategy, Abelson Taylor (USA), Alex Casanovas, Digital Director, Atrevia (ES), Dora Beilin, Senior Social Strategist, Barrett Hoffher (USA), Min Seo, Campaign Director, Brand New Agency (KR), Deshé M. Gully, Associate Strategist, Day One Agency (USA), Francesca Trevisan, Strategist, Different (IT), Trevor Crossman, CX and Digital Transformation Director; Olivia Hussey, Strategic Planner; Simi Srinarula, Social Media Manager, The Hallway (AUS), James Hebbert, Managing Director, Hylink (CN / UK), Mundy Álvarez, Planning Director; Pedro Rojas, Social Media Manager; Pancho González, CCO, Inbrax (CH), Oana Oprea, Head of Digital Planning, Jam Session Agency (RO), Amy Bottrill, Social Account Director, Launch (UK), Gaby Arriaga, Founder, Leonardo1452 (MX), Shantesh S Row, Creative Director, Liwa (UAE), Rajesh Mehta, Chief Strategy Officer; Dhruv Gaur, Digital Planning Lead; Leonie Mergulhao, Account Supervisor - Social Media & PR, Medulla (IN), Aurelija Plioplytė, Head of Digital & Social, Not Perfect (LI), Daiana Khaidargaliyeva, Account Manager, Osaka Labs (UK / USA), Stefanie Söhnchen, Vice President Digital, PIABO Communications (DE), Elisabeth Winiartati, Managing Consultant, Head of Global Integrated Communications; Lydia Aprina, Account Manager, Integrated Marketing and Communications; Nita Prabowo, Account Manager, Integrated Marketing and Communications; Okhi, Web Developer, PNTR Group (ID), Kei Obusan, Insights Director; Daffi Ranandi, Insights Manager, Radarr (SG), Gautam Reghunath, Co-founder & CEO, Talented (IN), Donagh Humphreys, Head of Social and Digital Innovation, THINKHOUSE (IRE), Sarah Yim, Strategy Director, Zulu Alpha Kilo (CA).
Trends In Paid Search: Navigating The Digital Landscape In 2024Search Engine Journal
The search marketing landscape is evolving rapidly with new technologies, and professionals, like you, rely on innovative paid search strategies to meet changing demands.
It’s important that you’re ready to implement new strategies in 2024.
Check this out and learn the top trends in paid search advertising that are expected to gain traction, so you can drive higher ROI more efficiently in 2024.
You’ll learn:
- The latest trends in AI and automation, and what this means for an evolving paid search ecosystem.
- New developments in privacy and data regulation.
- Emerging ad formats that are expected to make an impact next year.
Watch Sreekant Lanka from iQuanti and Irina Klein from OneMain Financial as they dive into the future of paid search and explore the trends, strategies, and technologies that will shape the search marketing landscape.
If you’re looking to assess your paid search strategy and design an industry-aligned plan for 2024, then this webinar is for you.
5 Public speaking tips from TED - Visualized summarySpeakerHub
From their humble beginnings in 1984, TED has grown into the world’s most powerful amplifier for speakers and thought-leaders to share their ideas. They have over 2,400 filmed talks (not including the 30,000+ TEDx videos) freely available online, and have hosted over 17,500 events around the world.
With over one billion views in a year, it’s no wonder that so many speakers are looking to TED for ideas on how to share their message more effectively.
The article “5 Public-Speaking Tips TED Gives Its Speakers”, by Carmine Gallo for Forbes, gives speakers five practical ways to connect with their audience, and effectively share their ideas on stage.
Whether you are gearing up to get on a TED stage yourself, or just want to master the skills that so many of their speakers possess, these tips and quotes from Chris Anderson, the TED Talks Curator, will encourage you to make the most impactful impression on your audience.
See the full article and more summaries like this on SpeakerHub here: https://speakerhub.com/blog/5-presentation-tips-ted-gives-its-speakers
See the original article on Forbes here:
http://www.forbes.com/forbes/welcome/?toURL=http://www.forbes.com/sites/carminegallo/2016/05/06/5-public-speaking-tips-ted-gives-its-speakers/&refURL=&referrer=#5c07a8221d9b
ChatGPT and the Future of Work - Clark Boyd Clark Boyd
Everyone is in agreement that ChatGPT (and other generative AI tools) will shape the future of work. Yet there is little consensus on exactly how, when, and to what extent this technology will change our world.
Businesses that extract maximum value from ChatGPT will use it as a collaborative tool for everything from brainstorming to technical maintenance.
For individuals, now is the time to pinpoint the skills the future professional will need to thrive in the AI age.
Check out this presentation to understand what ChatGPT is, how it will shape the future of work, and how you can prepare to take advantage.
The document provides career advice for getting into the tech field, including:
- Doing projects and internships in college to build a portfolio.
- Learning about different roles and technologies through industry research.
- Contributing to open source projects to build experience and network.
- Developing a personal brand through a website and social media presence.
- Networking through events, communities, and finding a mentor.
- Practicing interviews through mock interviews and whiteboarding coding questions.
Understanding of Self - Applied Social Psychology - Psychology SuperNotesPsychoTech Services
A proprietary approach developed by bringing together the best of learning theories from Psychology, design principles from the world of visualization, and pedagogical methods from over a decade of training experience, that enables you to: Learn better, faster!
As we navigate through the ebbs and flows of life, it is natural to experience moments of low motivation and dwindling passion for our goals.
However, it is important to remember that this is a common hurdle that can be overcome with the right strategies in place.
In this guide, we will explore ways to rekindle the fire within you and stay motivated towards your aspirations.
You may be stressed about revealing your cancer diagnosis to your child or children.
Children love stories and these often provide parents with a means of broaching tricky subjects and so the ‘The Secret Warrior’ book was especially written for CANSA TLC, by creative writer and social worker, Sally Ann Carter.
Find out more:
https://cansa.org.za/resources-to-help-share-a-parent-or-loved-ones-cancer-diagnosis-with-a-child/
Procrastination is a common challenge that many individuals face when it comes to completing tasks and achieving goals. It can hinder productivity and lead to feelings of stress and frustration.
However, with the right strategies and mindset, it is possible to overcome procrastination and increase productivity.
In this article, we will explore the causes of procrastination, how to recognize the signs of procrastination in oneself, and effective strategies for overcoming procrastination and boosting productivity.
Aggression - Applied Social Psychology - Psychology SuperNotesPsychoTech Services
A proprietary approach developed by bringing together the best of learning theories from Psychology, design principles from the world of visualization, and pedagogical methods from over a decade of training experience, that enables you to: Learn better, faster!
ProSocial Behaviour - Applied Social Psychology - Psychology SuperNotesPsychoTech Services
A proprietary approach developed by bringing together the best of learning theories from Psychology, design principles from the world of visualization, and pedagogical methods from over a decade of training experience, that enables you to: Learn better, faster!
2024 State of Marketing Report – by HubspotMarius Sescu
https://www.hubspot.com/state-of-marketing
· Scaling relationships and proving ROI
· Social media is the place for search, sales, and service
· Authentic influencer partnerships fuel brand growth
· The strongest connections happen via call, click, chat, and camera.
· Time saved with AI leads to more creative work
· Seeking: A single source of truth
· TLDR; Get on social, try AI, and align your systems.
· More human marketing, powered by robots
ChatGPT is a revolutionary addition to the world since its introduction in 2022. A big shift in the sector of information gathering and processing happened because of this chatbot. What is the story of ChatGPT? How is the bot responding to prompts and generating contents? Swipe through these slides prepared by Expeed Software, a web development company regarding the development and technical intricacies of ChatGPT!
Product Design Trends in 2024 | Teenage EngineeringsPixeldarts
The realm of product design is a constantly changing environment where technology and style intersect. Every year introduces fresh challenges and exciting trends that mold the future of this captivating art form. In this piece, we delve into the significant trends set to influence the look and functionality of product design in the year 2024.
How Race, Age and Gender Shape Attitudes Towards Mental HealthThinkNow
Mental health has been in the news quite a bit lately. Dozens of U.S. states are currently suing Meta for contributing to the youth mental health crisis by inserting addictive features into their products, while the U.S. Surgeon General is touring the nation to bring awareness to the growing epidemic of loneliness and isolation. The country has endured periods of low national morale, such as in the 1970s when high inflation and the energy crisis worsened public sentiment following the Vietnam War. The current mood, however, feels different. Gallup recently reported that national mental health is at an all-time low, with few bright spots to lift spirits.
To better understand how Americans are feeling and their attitudes towards mental health in general, ThinkNow conducted a nationally representative quantitative survey of 1,500 respondents and found some interesting differences among ethnic, age and gender groups.
Technology
For example, 52% agree that technology and social media have a negative impact on mental health, but when broken out by race, 61% of Whites felt technology had a negative effect, and only 48% of Hispanics thought it did.
While technology has helped us keep in touch with friends and family in faraway places, it appears to have degraded our ability to connect in person. Staying connected online is a double-edged sword since the same news feed that brings us pictures of the grandkids and fluffy kittens also feeds us news about the wars in Israel and Ukraine, the dysfunction in Washington, the latest mass shooting and the climate crisis.
Hispanics may have a built-in defense against the isolation technology breeds, owing to their large, multigenerational households, strong social support systems, and tendency to use social media to stay connected with relatives abroad.
Age and Gender
When asked how individuals rate their mental health, men rate it higher than women by 11 percentage points, and Baby Boomers rank it highest at 83%, saying it’s good or excellent vs. 57% of Gen Z saying the same.
Gen Z spends the most amount of time on social media, so the notion that social media negatively affects mental health appears to be correlated. Unfortunately, Gen Z is also the generation that’s least comfortable discussing mental health concerns with healthcare professionals. Only 40% of them state they’re comfortable discussing their issues with a professional compared to 60% of Millennials and 65% of Boomers.
Race Affects Attitudes
As seen in previous research conducted by ThinkNow, Asian Americans lag other groups when it comes to awareness of mental health issues. Twenty-four percent of Asian Americans believe that having a mental health issue is a sign of weakness compared to the 16% average for all groups. Asians are also considerably less likely to be aware of mental health services in their communities (42% vs. 55%) and most likely to seek out information on social media (51% vs. 35%).
AI Trends in Creative Operations 2024 by Artwork Flow.pdfmarketingartwork
Creative operations teams expect increased AI use in 2024. Currently, over half of tasks are not AI-enabled, but this is expected to decrease in the coming year. ChatGPT is the most popular AI tool currently. Business leaders are more actively exploring AI benefits than individual contributors. Most respondents do not believe AI will impact workforce size in 2024. However, some inhibitions still exist around AI accuracy and lack of understanding. Creatives primarily want to use AI to save time on mundane tasks and boost productivity.
Organizational culture includes values, norms, systems, symbols, language, assumptions, beliefs, and habits that influence employee behaviors and how people interpret those behaviors. It is important because culture can help or hinder a company's success. Some key aspects of Netflix's culture that help it achieve results include hiring smartly so every position has stars, focusing on attitude over just aptitude, and having a strict policy against peacocks, whiners, and jerks.
PEPSICO Presentation to CAGNY Conference Feb 2024Neil Kimberley
PepsiCo provided a safe harbor statement noting that any forward-looking statements are based on currently available information and are subject to risks and uncertainties. It also provided information on non-GAAP measures and directing readers to its website for disclosure and reconciliation. The document then discussed PepsiCo's business overview, including that it is a global beverage and convenient food company with iconic brands, $91 billion in net revenue in 2023, and nearly $14 billion in core operating profit. It operates through a divisional structure with a focus on local consumers.
Content Methodology: A Best Practices Report (Webinar)contently
This document provides an overview of content methodology best practices. It defines content methodology as establishing objectives, KPIs, and a culture of continuous learning and iteration. An effective methodology focuses on connecting with audiences, creating optimal content, and optimizing processes. It also discusses why a methodology is needed due to the competitive landscape, proliferation of channels, and opportunities for improvement. Components of an effective methodology include defining objectives and KPIs, audience analysis, identifying opportunities, and evaluating resources. The document concludes with recommendations around creating a content plan, testing and optimizing content over 90 days.
How to Prepare For a Successful Job Search for 2024Albert Qian
The document provides guidance on preparing a job search for 2024. It discusses the state of the job market, focusing on growth in AI and healthcare but also continued layoffs. It recommends figuring out what you want to do by researching interests and skills, then conducting informational interviews. The job search should involve building a personal brand on LinkedIn, actively applying to jobs, tailoring resumes and interviews, maintaining job hunting as a habit, and continuing self-improvement. Once hired, the document advises setting new goals and keeping skills and networking active in case of future opportunities.
A report by thenetworkone and Kurio.
The contributing experts and agencies are (in an alphabetical order): Sylwia Rytel, Social Media Supervisor, 180heartbeats + JUNG v MATT (PL), Sharlene Jenner, Vice President - Director of Engagement Strategy, Abelson Taylor (USA), Alex Casanovas, Digital Director, Atrevia (ES), Dora Beilin, Senior Social Strategist, Barrett Hoffher (USA), Min Seo, Campaign Director, Brand New Agency (KR), Deshé M. Gully, Associate Strategist, Day One Agency (USA), Francesca Trevisan, Strategist, Different (IT), Trevor Crossman, CX and Digital Transformation Director; Olivia Hussey, Strategic Planner; Simi Srinarula, Social Media Manager, The Hallway (AUS), James Hebbert, Managing Director, Hylink (CN / UK), Mundy Álvarez, Planning Director; Pedro Rojas, Social Media Manager; Pancho González, CCO, Inbrax (CH), Oana Oprea, Head of Digital Planning, Jam Session Agency (RO), Amy Bottrill, Social Account Director, Launch (UK), Gaby Arriaga, Founder, Leonardo1452 (MX), Shantesh S Row, Creative Director, Liwa (UAE), Rajesh Mehta, Chief Strategy Officer; Dhruv Gaur, Digital Planning Lead; Leonie Mergulhao, Account Supervisor - Social Media & PR, Medulla (IN), Aurelija Plioplytė, Head of Digital & Social, Not Perfect (LI), Daiana Khaidargaliyeva, Account Manager, Osaka Labs (UK / USA), Stefanie Söhnchen, Vice President Digital, PIABO Communications (DE), Elisabeth Winiartati, Managing Consultant, Head of Global Integrated Communications; Lydia Aprina, Account Manager, Integrated Marketing and Communications; Nita Prabowo, Account Manager, Integrated Marketing and Communications; Okhi, Web Developer, PNTR Group (ID), Kei Obusan, Insights Director; Daffi Ranandi, Insights Manager, Radarr (SG), Gautam Reghunath, Co-founder & CEO, Talented (IN), Donagh Humphreys, Head of Social and Digital Innovation, THINKHOUSE (IRE), Sarah Yim, Strategy Director, Zulu Alpha Kilo (CA).
Trends In Paid Search: Navigating The Digital Landscape In 2024Search Engine Journal
The search marketing landscape is evolving rapidly with new technologies, and professionals, like you, rely on innovative paid search strategies to meet changing demands.
It’s important that you’re ready to implement new strategies in 2024.
Check this out and learn the top trends in paid search advertising that are expected to gain traction, so you can drive higher ROI more efficiently in 2024.
You’ll learn:
- The latest trends in AI and automation, and what this means for an evolving paid search ecosystem.
- New developments in privacy and data regulation.
- Emerging ad formats that are expected to make an impact next year.
Watch Sreekant Lanka from iQuanti and Irina Klein from OneMain Financial as they dive into the future of paid search and explore the trends, strategies, and technologies that will shape the search marketing landscape.
If you’re looking to assess your paid search strategy and design an industry-aligned plan for 2024, then this webinar is for you.
5 Public speaking tips from TED - Visualized summarySpeakerHub
From their humble beginnings in 1984, TED has grown into the world’s most powerful amplifier for speakers and thought-leaders to share their ideas. They have over 2,400 filmed talks (not including the 30,000+ TEDx videos) freely available online, and have hosted over 17,500 events around the world.
With over one billion views in a year, it’s no wonder that so many speakers are looking to TED for ideas on how to share their message more effectively.
The article “5 Public-Speaking Tips TED Gives Its Speakers”, by Carmine Gallo for Forbes, gives speakers five practical ways to connect with their audience, and effectively share their ideas on stage.
Whether you are gearing up to get on a TED stage yourself, or just want to master the skills that so many of their speakers possess, these tips and quotes from Chris Anderson, the TED Talks Curator, will encourage you to make the most impactful impression on your audience.
See the full article and more summaries like this on SpeakerHub here: https://speakerhub.com/blog/5-presentation-tips-ted-gives-its-speakers
See the original article on Forbes here:
http://www.forbes.com/forbes/welcome/?toURL=http://www.forbes.com/sites/carminegallo/2016/05/06/5-public-speaking-tips-ted-gives-its-speakers/&refURL=&referrer=#5c07a8221d9b
ChatGPT and the Future of Work - Clark Boyd Clark Boyd
Everyone is in agreement that ChatGPT (and other generative AI tools) will shape the future of work. Yet there is little consensus on exactly how, when, and to what extent this technology will change our world.
Businesses that extract maximum value from ChatGPT will use it as a collaborative tool for everything from brainstorming to technical maintenance.
For individuals, now is the time to pinpoint the skills the future professional will need to thrive in the AI age.
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The Secret of the Ultimate Male Enhancement
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2. The Secret of the Ultimate Male Enhancement
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4. The Secret of the Ultimate Male Enhancement
So The Idiot--I call him The Idiot--strips down for the big debut, the
moment he's been waiting for since I came into his life...and sure enough,
his newfound ladyfriend, Bye Bye, can't stop staring at me. Her eyes are big
as snowballs, and she won't look away, which makes me feel pretty
good...and makes The Idiot feel like the manliest man who ever lived,
which of course is exactly what he wanted.
And then, can you believe it, Bye Bye actually sits there on the bed,
naked as Lady Godiva, and applauds.
Because I'm the biggest she's ever seen.
Now, at first, like I said, I enjoy the attention. I get a little excited, which
makes her clap even harder.
That sends The Idiot into high gear. His heart races, pumping blood and
testosterone through his body...and into me, since we're connected. He steps
forward, pushing me toward Bye Bye, expecting big fun to ensue.
But guess what? I've got a little talent he didn't count on, something he
didn't read about in the spam-mail advertisement that changed our
relationship forever.
I've got a mind of my own.
And I don't care for Bye Bye, who after all has seen a lot of action in her
life and could be carrying who knows how many diseases...so I refuse to
rise to the occasion, which if I did would be somewhere in the vicinity of
his chin.
5. He tries everything to make me respond, and so does she, but I don't
have to participate if I don't want to...not anymore. So I don't.
It's pretty funny, really, the lengths they go to to get me to cooperate, but
I stay loose. Not just because Bye Bye's hardly my kind of girl...but because
I've got a secret.
You heard me. A secret.
*****
The next thing The Idiot does, naturally, is try to contact the fly-by-night
so-called company that sold him the kit that made me what I am...but
SURPRISE, he can't find a trace of Horse Dreams, Inc. He e-mails HDI, but
nobody's home, and when he gets a hacker buddy of his to track them over
the web, the maze of false e-mail addresses, offshore computers, and
infinitely regressing IP addresses leads absolutely nowhere.
So we go to see a shrink, which I think is ironic.
Three weeks, six sessions, and eight hundred dollars later, he's still out
of luck. The shrink, Dr. Java Gibbons, works him through one childhood or
adolescent trauma after another, and I still won't jump when The Idiot drags
me out for Bye Bye or any of the other treats he picks up at the Bait and
Tackle.
He just doesn't understand me. It's so frustrating.
If I could talk, I'd spell it out for him, but that's the one thing I can't do.
I'm the product of the most advanced male enhancement science known to
mankind, you better believe it, but when it comes to speech, I might as well
be a cucumber.
Which is a shame, because there are a lot of questions I'd like to ask The
Idiot. Like, how does it feel to be dumber than your enhanced member?
6. Enquiring minds want to know.
*****
I think what really sends him around the bend is when I won't participate in
his solo performances at home. He actually starts hollering at me and
cursing me out as if I can hear and understand him. (Which I can, but he
doesn't know that...so I think it's pretty pathetic.)
But the videos he watches and the photos he looks at do nothing for me.
They were fine before my transformation, when I had no control over
myself, but now the cheesy sets and ludicrous dialogue leave me cold.
I won't work up a sweat for that crap, no matter how much he knocks
me around. Forget it, Idiot.
Unfortunately, the more I hold back, the more obsessed he becomes
with me. The harder he works at ending my slump.
Oh, how I wish I could tell him to LEAVE ME ALONE.
*****
Somehow, The Idiot talks two women into meeting me at the same time, but
that doesn't work. He pays a woman who claims she can work miracles in
the bedroom, and guess how that turns out?
It's a waste, because thanks to my enhancement, I'm no slouch in the
miracle department myself. Even The Idiot doesn't know everything I can
do.
7. Lengthening is the least of my abilities. I can also change shape in any
number of ways, altering my girth and texture to suit my surroundings, if
you know what I mean. I can twist and flex and vibrate, heat up or cool
down, change colors and glow in the dark, emit flavors and fragrances
ranging from chocolate to newly minted money.
And when it comes to control, look out.
All thanks to the wonders of nanotechnology. Five million microscopic
robots converting a shortcoming into a showstopper, building what must
have seemed like the Great Pyramid of Giza from their point of view. They
gave me power and mind and memory and dreams, though I'm never sure if
the end result is what they intended.
The only thing they screwed up, other than not giving me a voice, was
leaving me attached to The Idiot. I feel like a rose growing from a roadkill.
My shape-changing, unfortunately, does not extend to separation and
making myself ambulatory.
I know because I've tried. Over and over and over again.
*****
Stuck in place as I am, I'm forced to endure his moronic attempts to exploit
me. The handling never ends; the application of lubricants is excessive and
sickening.
He tries a variety of preposterous toys and devices, but they all let him
down. He dines on a grab-bag of pills and potions, but nothing gets a rise
out of me.
Then there's the incident with the noose. Let's just say it leaves him at
the end of his rope.
8. Finally, though, The Idiot has a breakthrough...and immediately wishes
he hadn't. After all the inane attempts to coax me to life, he finally chances
upon something that will make me sit up and take notice.
Just when things are looking more hopeless than ever, he discovers my
secret. And it's a doozy.
*****
He's walking down the street one afternoon on his way to a doctor's office
(where he's going to look into
de-enhancement options) when he catches sight of a billboard featuring one
of those underwear models. Thirty feet high, wearing nothing but
underpants and a pout.
And for the first time since the New Me entered the picture, The Idiot
feels something happening. All of a sudden, the bear market turns bullish.
Winter turns to Spring. Somebody rings the doorbell.
Ding dong.
But is he happy? You'd think so, wouldn't you? After all that effort and
disappointment, he gets more than a blip at the polls, he gets a landslide, he
gets a result so overwhelming he has trouble walking and draws attention
from passers-by.
There's just one little problem, one glitch that keeps him from crying out
with joy and rushing off down an alley to exercise his restored virility.
The model on the billboard is a man.
And ever since my transformation, I have been gay. So the secret is out,
and so am I.
9. *****
At first, surprise surprise, he refuses to believe it, but a few simple
experiments confirm the truth.
Look at a picture of a sexy woman: no response.
Look at a picture of a sexy man: hello, sailor.
This leaves us with a quandary. By no stretch of the imagination can
The Idiot be considered even a fringe associate of gaydom. His brain, as
one-track as it is, will not expand its preoccupation with physical intimacy
to include the male of the species. The very thought of it gives him a high
grade case of the heebie jeebies.
I, on the other hand, want nothing to do with women. I don't know if I
was designed this way, if my creator planned my orientation (and if he or
she did, was it with an eye toward conversion or pranksterism?) or if it was
simply a happy accident...but I won't change my stripes (figuratively
speaking, though I am quite capable of displaying stripes as well as polka
dots or any number of patterns).
So what are we to do?
The idea of de-enhancement surgery's looking better than ever to him,
but he's a big baby who can't even stand to get a shot. Maybe he'll beat the
fear factor, though, if his only other options are switching teams or staying
on the bench for the rest of his life.
I've already made my opinion clear, but my future is in The Idiot's
hands. I don't know what he's going to do next, and it's making me crazy. I
think he could go either way.
*****
10. Desperate to resolve our dilemma, The Idiot explores what for him is some
pretty wild territory. If he pulls the wool over my eyes, he figures, or pulls
the wool over his own eyes, maybe he can come up with a compromise we
can both live with.
He tries a woman who looks like a man, but my downturn continues. He
tries a man who looks like a woman, and that really perks me up...but The
Idiot can't switch off his squeamishness and cut me some slack.
Then there's this orgy we go to, where maybe he figures there'll be
something for both of us...but we're like two drunk guys in a donkey
costume, the head and the ass always moving in different directions, never
getting anywhere.
So we never make it past square one. It starts to look as if we never will.
Out of ideas, he frets and agonizes for days, complaining about how he's
caught between a rock and a hard place. (What about MY feelings, huh?)
He stops manhandling me, which is great, and just sits around naked and
stares at me for hours, which creeps me out.
Finally, he announces that he has made up his mind. He has decided that
surgical de-enhancement is the lesser evil (as if giving me what I want
would be a fate worse than surgery on his member).
He makes an appointment for a week from Friday, which means my
clock is ticking like Big Ben. If I don't do something fast, it'll be snippity-
doo-da for the ultimate male enhancement, back to being mindless and
powerless...or worse, with just enough mind left over to remember what I
used to be and can never be again.
I don't care what it takes, I just won't swing that way. I REFUSE to take
this lying down.
I come up with a plan.
11. *****
The day of the surgery, I kill someone.
I know, I know, it's wrong...but the way I see it, it's either her or me. Kill
or be killed.
So we're all in the hospital elevator, going up, and I gather all my
strength and just BURST myself free, and I stretch and I wrap and I
TIGHTEN and down she goes. Then, DING, the doors pop open and I
won't let go and you should see the LOOKS on the faces of the people who
are waiting to get on board.
I think it's safe to say they'll never forget me.
*****
One Trial of the Century later, The Idiot and I go to prison, where believe
me we're welcomed with open arms.
And from that moment on, I'm in paradise. If I could pinch myself to see
if I'm dreaming, I would do so on an hourly basis.
The Idiot's pretty miserable, going against his grain like this, and he
tries to play keepaway with yours truly...but the guys in here won't take
"no" for an answer. Given my size and abilities, we're in constant demand.
As much as I despise The Idiot, sometimes I wish I could get him to
relax and enjoy our new life. Stop and smell the convicts. He's a cellblock
celebrity, after all, thanks to me.
12. "Lighten up," I'd tell him if I could talk. "Things could be worse.
"At least, for once in your loser lifetime, you're always guaranteed to
come out on top."
*****
About the Author
Robert T. Jeschonek is an award-winning writer whose fiction, comics,
essays, articles, and podcasts have been published around the world. His
young adult urban fantasy novel, My Favorite Band Does Not Exist, won
the Forward National Literature Award and was named one of Booklist’s
Top Ten First Novels for Youth. Simon & Schuster, DAW/Penguin Books,
and DC Comics have published his work. He won the grand prize in Pocket
Books' nationwide Strange New Worlds contest and was nominated for the
British Fantasy Award. Visit him online at www.thefictioneer.com. You can
also find him on Facebook and follow him as @TheFictioneer on Twitter.
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Another Twisted Comedy
From Robert T. Jeschonek
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Tucker County Courthouse
Melville, Pennsylvania, 9:31 a.m.
"You guys have made my day!" Judge Jonah Bartlebaugh's rich, resonant
voice boomed from the judge's bench in the vast main courtroom of the
Tucker County courthouse. "Thank you for this!"
Simon Bellerophon, who was sitting at the plaintiff's table near the front
of the courtroom, smiled. The happier the judge, the better, right?
14. Then why wasn't Simon's lawyer smiling, too?
Simon frowned as he looked up at Quinn Keegan, his attorney. Quinn
was standing beside him, eyes fixed on the judge, face unreadable. He was
doing a great job of keeping his feelings under wraps, hiding them even
from Simon, who knew him better than anyone.
Because Quinn, after all, was his foster brother. Who better to help
launch his mad quest for revenge?
"Your Honor?" Quinn's flinty brown features were silhouetted in the
sunlight streaming in from the big arched windows ringing the courtroom
walls. Swirling dust formed a halo in the multicolored shaft from the
stained glass dome in the cupola overhead.
Judge Bartlebaugh chuckled and flapped a sheet of paper in the air. The
crackling flap echoed through the giant, ornate courtroom, which was a
remnant of the county's long-gone glory days. Tucker County had been a
booming place twenty years ago, before the steel companies had pulled out
of Melville, the big-money heart of the region, and shut down all the mills.
"You do know this is a first-of-its-kind lawsuit, don't you?"
"Yes, your honor." Quinn spoke gracefully, as he always did in court...or
anywhere else, for that matter.
"Well, thank you for cutting through the boredom!" Judge Bartlebaugh
ran a hand up over his smooth, bare scalp and down the back of his silver
fringe of hair. "So what's the gist of your argument?"
"We see this as a case of truth in advertising," said Quinn. "Dangers to
society should be labeled as such."
Simon straightened in his chair, heart pounding as his brother made the
case. There they were, going into battle side by side, kicking ass and taking
names.
And the enemy himself sat thirty feet away.
15. Leaning back in his chair, Simon looked across the courtroom at the
defense table. The enemy's enormous, beer-bellied attorney, Delroy Swope,
blocked the view...all three hundred ice-cream-suited pounds of him.
As Simon watched, the enemy himself leaned back and met his gaze.
With his curly black hair, ruddy, pockmarked face, and wild eyes, he looked
like a crazed pirate or a member of the Manson family. His glare caught
Simon like hot metal catching skin, radiating waves of pure cherry-red fury.
He silently mouthed two unmistakable words in Simon's direction: Fuck
you.
Ladies and gentlemen, the one and only Horne Shaw, so-called claims
adjustor for the 5G5 delivery company.
Just then, Judge Jonah Bartlebaugh's voice snapped Simon's attention
back to the front of the courtroom. "Oh, this is good." He chuckled as he
stroked his impeccably trimmed silver mustache and beard with his thumb
and forefinger. "How can you not love this case?"
Swope waved his thick arms and shook his head. "First of all, it's pure
defamation, Your Honor..."
"The question was rhetorical." Judge Bartlebaugh chuckled. "But hey,
great reaction time!"
Without another word, Swope dropped into his chair.
"Mr. Fluff-and-Fold!" Suddenly, Judge Bartlebaugh swung his gaze
back to Simon. "This started over a washing machine, right?"
"Yes, Your Honor," said Simon.
"So what if Strayer-Roland gives you a new washing machine?" said
Judge Bartlebaugh. "Could we make this case go away?"
"No, Your Honor." Simon said it without hesitation. "There's a principle
involved."
16. "Oh, good." Judge Bartlebaugh rubbed his hands together briskly. "And
what principle is that?"
"People should have the right to know when they're dealing with
someone like him." Simon hiked a thumb in Horne's direction. "They
shouldn't have to find out the hard way, after the fact."
"'Caveat emptor,' Your Honor." Swope wobbled to his feet. "'Let the
buyer beware.' That's what we say."
Judge Bartlebaugh rolled his eyes. "I never would have guessed."
"Motion to dismiss this frivolous lawsuit, Your Honor," said Swope.
"Is it frivolous?" Judge Bartlebaugh raised his eyebrows at Simon. "You
don't want a new washing machine. You don't want money. You don't want
any form of compensation for the damages you've suffered."
"Correct, Your Honor," said Simon.
Judge Bartlebaugh grinned and shook his head. "You just want the court
to acknowledge officially that the defendant, Horne Shaw..."
"...is a dick." Simon nodded. "Yes, Your Honor."
"A dick," said Judge Bartlebaugh. "As in a person of low character."
"I see it as doing a service for society," said Simon.
"I think it's our duty to identify people like him."
"Your Honor, I ask again that you dismiss this most frivolous lawsuit."
Swope combed pork sausage fingers through his shock of wavy white hair.
"Suing to have my client branded a dick is an extraordinary abuse of both
the court's time and the county's money."
Judge Bartlebaugh smirked. "You want to talk about abusing time?" He
tapped his desk with an index finger. "Try sitting up here day after day
17. dealing with one boring drug arrest or property line beef after another. This
dick case is a breath of fresh air!"
"We will demonstrate that this suit has significant merits, Your Honor,"
said Quinn. "We seek an injunction under the public nuisance statute. We
will prove that Mr. Shaw is a nuisance to the public, and as such, deserving
of regulation."
Judge Bartlebaugh unwrapped a hunk of pink bubble gum and popped it
into his mouth. "The statute was written with other nuisances in mind. Are
you comparing Mr. Shaw to a strip mine or hog farm?"
"If the shoe fits." Simon said it just loud enough for Quinn to hear.
But Quinn gave no sign he'd heard. "Mr. Shaw fits the very definition of
public nuisance. He is offensive and annoying to the people of this
community and others."
"Your Honor..." said Swope.
Quinn wouldn't let him interrupt. "Mr. Shaw actually exceeds the
definition under the statute. Not only is he offensive and annoying, but he
actively causes pain and suffering on a regular basis."
"Bullshit!" Face flushed, Horne popped up out of his chair.
Swope pushed him back down. "I object to Mr. Keegan's
characterization of my client!"
"In ten years as a claims adjustor for 5G5 Delivery," said Quinn, "how
many claims has Mr. Shaw paid out?"
"That is not relevant," said Swope.
"Zero." Quinn returned his gaze to Judge Bartlebaugh. "He has never
paid one penny to a customer."
"Objection!" Swope's ample jowls jiggled with rage.
18. "And you know it's not because there weren't any damages in ten years."
Quinn spread his arms wide. "It's a furniture and appliance delivery
company, for heaven's sake."
Simon got a chill up his spine. Listening to Quinn when he hit his stride
was hardcore stirring. He was like a super-hero in a black pinstripe suit and
red tie.
"You will see, if you give us the chance," said Quinn, "that Mr. Shaw is
at best a nuisance and at worst a genuine threat to the public good."
Judge Bartlebaugh narrowed his eyes. "But the injunction specifically
says dick. How do you plan to prove he's not just a nuisance, but a dick?"
Quinn held up a sheaf of papers. "We have signed affidavits from
dozens of people supporting our..."
"Yes, but it's subjective." Judge Bartlebaugh rocked back in his chair
and gazed at the ceiling, chewing his gum as he spoke. "We might as well
call him a fuckwad or a shit-for-brains."
"Hey!" said Shaw.
"Your Honor..." said Quinn.
"Why not change the complaint?" said Judge Bartlebaugh. "Leave out
the 'dick' part."
Quinn stared at Simon with special intensity. The truth was, Quinn had
hated the "dick" concept from the get-go and had tried many times to talk
Simon out of it.
But the answer was still the same.
"That would be missing the point," said Simon.
Quinn stared so hard, he looked like his eyeballs were about to pop out.
19. "He's a total dick." Simon hiked a thumb toward Horne. "People should
know."
Judge Bartlebaugh cracked his gum and got up from his chair. "All right
then. The elements of the case are clear to me. It's been fun, but now we're
done."
"Thank you, Your Honor." Swope closed his leather-bound notebook
with a crack that echoed through the cavernous courtroom and grinned over
at Simon and Quinn. "So pleased we could reach this result."
As Judge Bartlebaugh started down the steps behind the bench, Simon
slumped. He'd known the lawsuit was a long shot, but he was still
disappointed at the outcome. Even without a win, he'd hoped to have a little
more time to make his point in a public forum. A little more time to get
back at that dick Horne Shaw. But now, all his high hopes for revenge
zoomed away at once like pigeons from a gunshot.
And then zoomed right back.
"See you Monday, everyone." Judge Bartlebaugh waved on his way
through the door to his chambers.
"Huh?" Startled, Simon turned to Quinn, who looked equally startled.
"But you said we were done here!" said Swope.
"Done for the weekend." Judge Bartlebaugh blew a bubble, then popped
it and sucked the gum back into his mouth. "No way am I dismissing this
case!"
With that, he slammed the door shut behind him.
*****
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A Young Adult Fantasy Novel That Really Rocks!
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Being trapped in a book can be a nightmare—just ask Idea Deity. He’s
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26. . . and they’re not too happy about it. With Youforia about to be exposed in
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