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EssentiaLink Identifies Dunning-Kruger Effect as a Serious Problem for CEOs
When people make disappointing choices or reach erroneous conclusions but their unfamiliarity with the subject matter prevents them from realizing their errors, it is known as the Dunning-Kruger effect. The first symptom that a CEO or Manager is suffering from the Dunning-Kruger effect is that they don't realize that they don't know yet feel and act as if they do. - April 19, 2009 - EssentiaLink
'Snack Attack' Detected by Sonitrol Pacific Ends in Arrests
Tacoma Police Officers arrested two juveniles suspected of helping themselves to treats in a school’s milk cooler after Sonitrol Pacific detected them April 15. Sonitrol Pacific Operator Kris Etheridge received an activation from the school’s perimeter security sensors and listened to... - April 19, 2009 - Sound Security, Inc., dba Sonitrol Pacific
Philippines Call Center Outsourcing Experts Live2Sell Sign Agreement to Become a Microsoft Certified Business Partner
One of the fastest growing Business Process Outsourcing companies in the Philippines Call Center industry announces their strategic alliance with Microsoft. Enabling the Virtual Assistant, Inbound Outbound Call Center experts to take things to the next level in client satisfaction. - April 19, 2009 - Live2Sell, Inc.
MRPP Announces Launch of Interactive Department
Sheila Ogle, CEO of Media Research Planning and Placement, Inc. (MRPP) (www.mrppinc.com), a full service media agency, has announced that the company has launched an in-house interactive department. This new department will offer strategic planning and research for interactive media through search... - April 19, 2009 - Media Research Planning and Placement, Inc.
Charleston SC Executive Receives International Appointment
This Prestigious appointment for Russell Long emphasizes the standards being placed on Executive Coaches. This should be reassuring to executives who are looking for guidance and improved performance. - April 19, 2009 - Change Innovations, LLC
NPSA Resale Expo Offers Industry Predictions
Portable storage industry vendors will gather in Santa Barbara May 3-5 to discuss the challenges facing the industry and how to position for future growth. - April 19, 2009 - National Portable Storage Association
RGC Design Introduces "The Complete Guide to Playground Development," a Comprehensive Guide to Building a Fun, Safe Playground
In his new book, The Complete Guide to Playground Development, author Robert Collins of RGC Design takes readers through the process of building a playground. From design through construction, and every step in between, this book will guide you to your dream playground. Written in a clear and... - April 18, 2009 - RGC Design
Orange County Dealership Introduces Its Executive Demo CPO Program: Irvine BMW is Offering More Than 40 Former Executive-Demo BMW Vehicles to Choose from
Irvine BMW announces the introduction of its Executive Demo Certified Pre-Owned Program. Currently, the dealership has more than 40 high-quality, low-mileage 2008 and 2009 BMW models in stock. “These are lightly-driven, well-maintained former executive cars that are in great... - April 18, 2009 - Irvine BMW
Credit Problems? Carson Toyota Can Help! Dealership Specializes in Helping Customers with Credit Problems
Carson Toyota is inviting all Southern California residents to take advantage of its experienced Finance Department to obtain the best financing plan for a new or pre-owned Toyota. “Even if your credit is less than perfect, we will work with you,” said Carson Toyota Finance Director... - April 18, 2009 - carson toyota
Trailer Superstore Named #1 Car Mate Trailer Dealer for 2008
All Pro Trailer Superstore, Central Pennsylvania's Number One Trailer Dealer was recently honored by Car Mate Trailers, Inc. as its Top Dealer for 2008. - April 18, 2009 - All Pro Trailer Superstore
Aid Financial Group Receives Prestigious Award
Aid Financial Group, LLC Selected as One of The Leading Credit & Debt Professionals of the Eastern United States Aid Financial Group, LLC, a leading provider of debt settlement services, today announced that it has been selected by Goldline Research as one of leading Credit & Debt... - April 18, 2009 - Aid Financial Group
Wharton Welcome Weekend Keynote Speech Delivered by Alumnus and National Kidney Registry Founder & President, Garet Hil
Announcing Research Identifying $100 billion in U.S. Health Care Cost Savings. - April 18, 2009 - National Kidney Registry
Best Selling Author William Cohan to Appear at New York Investing Meetup
Financial blogger Daryl Montgomery will be interviewing prize-winning author William Cohan on May 5th at the New York Investing meetup. The two will be discussing Cohan's recent best-seller, "House of Cards." Mr. Cohan will be signing books after the interview. - April 18, 2009 - New York Investing Meetup
CPEhr Releases Article Providing Small Employers Five Strategies to Avoid Employment Litigation
CPEhr released an article entitled “Five Ways To Protect Your Company Against Employment Litigation” which reviews the importance of maintaining accurate and up-to-date personnel files as a method of protecting against employee lawsuits. - April 18, 2009 - CPE HR, Inc.
New Publication Focuses on Indiana Economy
The first quarterly edition of INSource Magazine will arrive this week at thousands of manufacturing-related businesses across Indiana. The magazine is focused on Indiana manufacturing business with the mission of reinforcing economic stability. Content is aimed at Indiana business leaders and... - April 18, 2009 - INSource Magazine
Hope Air Systems Draws Overflow Crowd to Air Compressor Cost Savings Seminar
An overflow crowd of maintenance, technical, repair and production technicians recently benefited from an all-day seminar sponsored by Kaeser Compressor and Hope Air Systems introducing techniques and technologies to reduce the cost of operating air compressor systems for industry. - April 18, 2009 - Hope Air Systems
NKES Challenges Business Owners to Cut Energy Costs by 20 Percent
‘Save Money, Save Energy, Save Jobs’ Urges NKES President. - April 18, 2009 - Northern Kentucky Electric Service
IPscape Seeking Alliance Partners for Pay-as-You-Use Solutions
IPscape, the Australian Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) contact centre specialist, today launched the IPscape alliance program for resellers of its pay-as-you-use contact centre and call centre solutions. According to IPscape CEO Simon Burke, IPscape is a perfect fit for resellers with telco, systems integration or SaaS expertise that want to extend services into downturn-friendly hosted call centre solutions and stop leaving money on the table. - April 18, 2009 - IPscape
Sunreef 62 - 25 Launches and Counting
In just four years, the Sunreef 62 has become Sunreef’s most popular model with 30 units sold to date and is still the only 60-foot catamaran in the world with such a wide choice of fit-outs, general arrangements and equipment. - April 18, 2009 - Sunreef Yachts
SalesLogix Automation from DMC Software Provides Users with Superior Efficiency
In the current economic climate it is especially important for organisations to operate to maximum efficiency in order to save money. Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software has recently been highlighted as an essential tool in business, to help combat the effects of the recession and... - April 18, 2009 - DMC Software Solutions
Link to Expert Aligns with Quintic Capital, LLC
Link to Expert's new affiliate, Quintic Capital, LLC, expands the Web portal's network to promote global collaborations. - April 18, 2009 - Link to Expert
Wake County Economic Development and Red Hat Discuss Strengths of Local Economy
Wake County Economic Development (WCED) (www.raleigh-wake.org) has announced the official release of its first video profile for “Raleigh-Wake County Business Showcase,” a new video series profiling locally-based companies that continue to grow and remain competitive during the... - April 18, 2009 - Wake County Economic Development
The Swinden Group Advises Clients That Tropical Cyclone Bijli will Target Bangladesh and Myanmar Border Region
Torrential rains are expected along the coastline of India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. - April 18, 2009 - The Swinden Group, LLC
Allbcd.com Launches New Platform
Allbcd.com is an online business card directory that gives professionals and business owners the opportunity to creatively market and brand their services and companies. Unique from standard directory websites and service, Allbcd.com separates itself from the competition such as Yellowpages.com, by allowing business owners and professionals to create an online profile and market their business with more than a name, address and phone number. - April 18, 2009 - Allbcd.com
SparkBase Announces Version 3.0
Technology leader announces latest private label gift & loyalty network. - April 17, 2009 - SparkBase LLC
Vietnam Travel Guide Announces Vietnam's Finest Hotels 2009
Vietnam Travel.org, a comprehensive travel guide to the emerging South East Asian travel destination, today announced the result of its extensive survey of 16,000 Vietnam hotel reviews, and after careful analysis are pleased to present awards to Vietnam's Finest Hotels . - April 17, 2009 - Vietnam Travel
Gabe Reed Promoted KISS Concert in Santiago, Chile on April 3, 2009 is a Smashing Sold Out Success
Gabe Reed and Jorge Villalobos successfully promote the sold out April 3, 2009 concert in Santiago, Chile to open the KISS South American stadium tour and close the Chilean Pepsi fest. Gabe Reed commented that "the show was a wildly successful night in KISStory. Not only was it a sold out... - April 17, 2009 - Gabe Reed Productions
DNAML Announces a Rollout of 31,000 Titles in the DNL eBook Format by the End of August
On the back of a surge in demand for the consumer-friendly and secure DNL eBook format, DNAML is in the process of delivering over 31,000 DNL eBook titles by the end of August this year aimed at the fast growing Netbook market. The DNL eBooks will be available on the soon-to-be launched eBook.com... - April 17, 2009 - DNAML Pty Ltd
Stride Rite of Toledo Launches New Website
Stride Rite of Toledo is proud to announce the launch of its new e-commerce website, now featuring toddler shoes from Stride Rite, Robeez and Saucony Kids shoes. - April 17, 2009 - Stride Rite of Toledo
The Lean Six Sigma Institute Opens for Business in Europe
Bringing advanced Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma deployment and training to European service and industrial organisations, the Lean Six Sigma Institute opened its first continental office in Paris today as the Institut Lean Six Sigma. - April 17, 2009 - La Rémige Lean Six Sigma Institute
Exhibit Resources Hosts International Affairs Council WorldQuest for Business
Exhibit Resources (www.exhibitresources.com), a full-service exhibit design agency, hosted the International Affairs Council (IAC) WorldQuest for Business competition on March 26 from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m. at the agency’s office, located at 7521 Exhibit Court. Played by teams in 10 rounds of 10... - April 17, 2009 - Exhibit Resources
Training for Expansion
Despite the recession Prestwick based WSG Associates is expanding. WSG Associates, who also have regional offices in London, are recruiting at least 21 new staff who will be located at their National Support Centre in Prestwick, and Regional Centres in London, the Midlands, North East and West... - April 17, 2009 - WSG Associates
Active Data Services, Inc. Named Title Sponsor for 2009 N.C. CEO Forum
Kenneth A. Eller, president and CEO for Active Data Services, Inc. (www.activedataservices.com), has announced that the firm is a Title Level Sponsor for the 2009 N.C. CEO Forum, an invitation-only business event scheduled for Friday, May 15 at Prestonwood Country Club in Cary, N.C. Title Level... - April 17, 2009 - Active Data Services
PCA Award Wise Property Care for Damp & Timber Innovation
PCA (Property Care Assocaition) award Wise Property Care for its excellence in damp proofing, woodworm and dry & wet rot innovation. - April 17, 2009 - Wise Property Care
Andrew N. Vollmer, Partner, Securities Department, WilmerHale to Speak at KC’s Event on “Foreign-Cubed” on 05/27/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Andrew N. Vollmer, Partner, Securities Department, WilmerHale, former Deputy General Counsel at the U.S. SEC will speak at the Knowledge Congress’... - April 17, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Joseph N. Sacca, Partner, Litigation, Skadden to Speak at KC’s Event on “Foreign-Cubed” on 05/27/09
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts has announced today that Joseph N. Sacca, Partner, Litigation, Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP will speak at the Knowledge Congress’ webcast entitled:... - April 17, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
The Knowledge Congress Has Scheduled a Live Webcast on Stricter Rules Governing “Foreign-Cubed” Claims for Attorneys
The Knowledge Group/The Knowledge Congress Live Webcast Series, the leading producer of regulatory focused webcasts, announced today that it has scheduled a live webcast on Stricter Rules Governing “Foreign-Cubed” Claims for Attorneys. This two-hour event is scheduled on Wednesday, May... - April 17, 2009 - The Knowledge Group
Going Green Helps Businesses Survive the Economy
Office Assistance Plus announced today the launch of their Green Office Services to help businesses save money and survive the economy by Going Green. To survive today’s economy, small business owners are challenged with looking for ways to spend less, reduce costs and save money. To stay in... - April 17, 2009 - Office Assistance Plus
Bsquared and E.G. Insight Showcase B2B Customer Relationship Best Practices to International Aerospace Community
E.G. Insight and Bsquared has been invited to attend the International Aerospace Quality Group (IAQG) General Assembly Forum, 20th - 24th April in Phoenix, Arizona. E.G. Insight and Bsquared will present their advanced methods in using business-to-business customer feedback to increase loyalty, make process improvements, and improve quality to leading aerospace organizations. - April 17, 2009 - E.G. Insight, Inc.
Leadership Visibility Key to Employee Morale During a Downturn Internal Communication Professionals Share Strategies
Organizations must take proactive, decisive steps to retain key employees and keep them engaged in this period of economic uncertainty. “Lack of planning, poor communication and low employee morale can lead to unforeseen attrition and decreased productivity. Ultimately, cutbacks may not bring about the expected benefits - April 17, 2009 - Workwise Communication
thecentre:mk Shopping Centre : When Good Customer Service Can Make a Real Difference
Rachel Cole from Bravissimo is the latest winner of thecentre:mk’s Serious Service Award for March. Rachel provided excellent service to a wheelchair bound customer which has changed their view on life. Rachel also donated her monthly prize, a Coca-Cola fridge, to a charity raffle for the Moon Walk raising money to help fight breast cancer. - April 17, 2009 - thecentre:mk
Alma ICE Break Pool Tournament and Music Festival
The picturesque riverside town of Alma Wisconsin hosts its first annual Alma Ice Break festival with a focus not only on great entertainment, but on the local artists and merchants that make the Alma area so unique. The exciting two-weekend festival features a men’s and women’s pool tournament, comedians, Wisconsin Public Radio’s “Big River Radio Wave,” and an eclectic span of national, regional and local musicians ranging in genre from hip hop to bluegrass; alt-pop to jamband. - April 16, 2009 - Alma ICE Break
Straight North Kicks Off 2009 with Continued Success for Its Clients
Chicago marketing services firm, Straight North, continues to help its clients succeed and effectively communicate their brand position in 2009. - April 16, 2009 - Straight North
Minneapolis-St. Paul International Film Festival Slates World Premiere of Eminent Domain Documentary "Begging for Billionaires" as "Best of Fest" Selection
Long-awaited public screening of "Begging for Billionaires: The Attack on Property Rights in America" slated for 3 p.m., Saturday, May 2, at the Oak Street Cinema, 309 Oak St. SE in Minneapolis, Minn. - April 16, 2009 - Begging for Billionaires
Solve Debts Provided Advice for Eliminating and Reducing Credit Card Debt
Solve Debts, a debt settlement company headquartered in San Francisco, California, is offering advice for credit card consumers weathering the current credit crisis and offering tips on how to protect themselves during these tough economic times. They include: - Request an interest rate reduction. - April 16, 2009 - Solve Debts
One Million UK Children and Counting
It's time the problems of children with alcoholic parents were addressed say Linwood Group with results of recent study showing that there are almost one million children living with an alcohol-dependent parent in the UK today. - April 16, 2009 - Linwood Group
A2 Technologies PAL Series Analyzers Now Capable of Measuring Low Levels of Biodiesel Contamination in Diesel Fuel
The PAL series analyzers, when equipped with A2’s innovative TumblIR biodiesel sample interface, are now capable of measuring biodiesel concentrations in petrodiesel from as low as 0.025%, as required in certain applications such as the nuclear power industry, up to 20% (B20). - April 16, 2009 - A2 Technologies
Rural Mobile Broadband Alliance Hits 100-Member Mark - RuMBA Launches Membership Drive to Add Hundreds of Telcos
RuMBA USA has now secured more than 100 members, comprising rural telcos, mobile broadband equipment makers, rural residents and broadband suppliers, in the effort to ensure stimulus funds will bring the best possible array of mobile broadband solutions to rural America. - April 16, 2009 - Rural Mobile and Broadband Alliance USA
Tracing Specialists Set Up Office in the City
Tracesmart open new London office in The Gherkin. - April 16, 2009 - Tracesmart Ltd
DES Options Releases Software for Direct Access Stock and Options Trading
Online options broker DES Options has introduced DES OptionsPro, a client-based software platform that provides active and high volume traders the high-speed, direct-access trading capabilities they require. DES OptionsPro is a direct-access trading platform for active stock and option traders and... - April 16, 2009 - DES Options