Hello friends,
We’re launching a new product, designed it to help Twitter go mainstream, a new experience that can be used by anyone.
We also have many partners, media and brands associated to Look and would like to share our plans with you and get your feedback, as always.
We are organizing it as a mini-conference style with awesome speakers. Already confirmed is Steve Rubel @steverubel
Join us in person in New York,
or join us on live stream on the web seesmic.com
Please rsvp on Facebook as seating is limited, we are working on it as we speak and will keep you posted!
Seesmic, 1550 Bryant, Suite 890, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA ?
Needless to say how harmful smoking can be for us if not curbed at the right time. The statistics are not impressive but they say that every year more than staggering 5.5 million all over the world. It is recognized as the second dangerous cause of death after road accidents. Many people have tried hard to quit smoking, but it is not as easy as it sounds. The habit of smoking is an addiction where we get addicted to the nicotine being injected to the body.
When we try to reduce the supply of nicotine to our body, we get a signal from our brain which guides us to smoke. However, we still have options where we can curb our emotions and can win over our brains. The innovative idea of eluma cigarette has the potential to help people quit smoking. Here is how it woks:
a) The appearance, taste and feeling of these cigarettes are like real ones and it is hard to make out the difference between them.
b) They are considered to be the best quality e-cigarettes.
c) There is absolutely no carcinogen content in them. They are 100 percent free of any carcinogen.
d) No tar, ash nor tobacco is present. So they are totally safe to use.
e) They are easily affordable and are readily available.
These vaporizing devices contains nicotine that evaporates when heated giving feeling of real smoke. You can also prefer cigarettes without nicotine. They can be charged and can be repeatedly used, giving you a permanent solution to quit smoking. Another important fact is that they are available on the internet and can be ordered easily. So take this opportunity and save yourself from the drastic condition awaiting you.
Looking for a real good gear for effective sound effect and matching with your budget? Of course there are lot of portals where you can get different items on sale for various prices. But the real challenge appears when you have a fixed budget and specif requirements. Also another concern appears to be the guarantee and the quality of the items being delivered.
According to the statistics, the Allprosound have earned the reputation of delivering the best items with best quality. The large scale of variability and transparency in the process have impressed many of its customers. Comparing its services to that of other auction websites, you can clearly make out the difference. Also the range of prices remains least when compared to other sites for the same product.
Another added advantage you get here is that you can have a glimpse of used gear of the same genre. The search parameter has also been much appreciated since it allows you to give your expectation and gives you back with all possible combinations for the product. You can easily find the difference between new product and used product of the same model. Apart from all these. there are consistent offers being announced here which can give you a real surprising deal.
If you are alert enough and observe carefully the pricing difference, you can easily catch the discounted prices and make the best of it. The showcase for musical instruments is also much talked about since it contains large scale of instruments along with large collection of models. If you are looking some real good product, you should explore this and you will definitely walk away with the best possible deal.
If you have a website that needs payment services, or user to process some payment to be done, you have to integrate to some gateway so that the payment can be authenticated. For this purpose, there are certain billing services that enables you to integrate to the secured hosted pages allowing you to authenticate to the intended banks and verify the payments. One such excellent service is offered by the recurly organization which forms a bridge between your site and the payment gateway.b
The method of working of the recurly API is quite simple and follows an interface methodology. You just need to create a signup page in your website preferably the ones suggested by the recurly. When the logged in user provides the credit card information and initiated a payment, the billing information is send to the databases of recurly where it is processed and verified.
The advantage you get here is that you don’t have to worry about the validity, authentication and other details of the credit card. These all processes are taken care of by the recurly and you are presented with the payment details. Further this process is fast and is done in a flash, hardly giving impression to the user of process being done. The user can leave the page, while the amount transferring is done safely.
Apart from this, the information transfer is safe and is secured by encryption. You also have option of upgrading your account which gives you additional features like maintaining client library and preparing reports. Even preparation of invoices and other statements is taken care by the organization while you need to just take care of the sign up control. Overall, you get a complete package of gateway process totally safe and reliable with fast service and extra credit.
Now-a-days, the difference between managerial skills and administrative skills has narrowed down to a thin ligature. The competition has grown to new heights and the room for mistakes have evaporated slowly. You should be on your toes, ready to deliver and should be able to grasp things on the fly. Further coming to Leadership qualities, if you are not competent enough, its tough to survive since people are ready to trample and over-run you for success.
Of-course nobody is born master, we keep learning things and practice makes us perfect. But to initiate some qualities within ourselves, we need some injection or stimulus that would boost our morale and guide us in right path. There are indeed innumerable options and courses offering quality education, but how ca you risk your money and time without knowing about their capabilities.
Realizing this problems of many people around the world, the Manager training center has taken the pain to make sure that all emerging candidates proper guidance and reach their goals without much problems. They have not only excelled in teaching people managerial skills, they have served equally in marketing, Sales, human resource management, employee management teamwork and negotiations. Overall, it provides a complete package that teaches one to gain the best of knowledge required to make any organization prosper and attain new heights of success.
Another advantageous facility offered here is the knowledge transfer through conferences. This allows the candidates and aspirants to take courses even if they are not physically present in the class rooms. If you are looking to improve your skills as an employee, here is the best opportunity for you to make yourself perfect.
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Register for the 10th Annual Los Angeles River Ride
It’s our TENTH ANNIVERSARY River Ride! This year’s River Ride has so much to celebrate. Let’s celebrate this shared victory by making this ride the most memorable River Ride ever! Enjoy Great food, Live Music and Prizes from Specialized Bikes! |
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Los Angeles River Ride 2010
 When: Sunday, June 6th, 2010 Where: Autry National Center
4700 Western Heritage Way
Griffith Park Register Online Today! SAVE $10 when you register before May 15!
6 GREAT RIDES TO CHOOSE FROM
All Ages, All Abilities, All along the scenic LA River Bike Path
100 Miles Century
70 Miles Park to Playa 50 Miles Half Century 36 Miles Training Ride 15 Mile Family Ride (Kids 12 & under ride free) KIDS RIDE AND SAFETY RODEO (Ages 2-6) FREE!
Courtesy of Glendale Community Services & Parks Dept.
WHAT’S NEW THIS YEAR?
WHAT’S THE SAME?
Your participation = more bike programs and infrastructure in Los Angeles County!
REGISTER EARLY AND SAVE!
SAVE $10 when you register before May 15!
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A Better Alternative For Smokers
– No TAR
– NO Tobacco
– Smoke Anywhere
– Full Satisfaction
The Clean Smoke System is a premium brand of electronic cigarette that can be smoked in bars, restaurants, at the work place, and even in airports!
The re-chargeable lithium ion battery and atomization chamber screw together connecting to the device. The nicotine slides into the other end of the atomization chamber. When inhalation is detected, the lithium ion battery activates the atomization chamber which vaporizes the mixture in the cartridge.
A mixture of nicotine and propylene glycol is stored within the cartridge, which is shaped like the filter of a cigarette. Vapor is inhaled through a pore in the cartridge tip.
The celebrity bandwagon has been slowly gaining momentum and many electronic cigarette companies are proud to see how many celebrities are now vaping (a term coined by the industry to separate them from smokers).
How Will CleanSmoke Change your Life?
– Same Sensations as Normal Cigarettes
– No Harmful Tabacco Derivatives
– No Second Hand Smoke
– Smoke in “No Smoking” Areas
– Cost Efficient – Save Money
– No Bad Breath or Yellow Teeth
– No Flame, Ash or Carcinogens
“Smooth and Satisfying for a Perfect Taste, a Perfect Size and Perfect everywhere!”
Kevin Federline, Leonardo Di-Caprio, Twilight’s Nikki Reed, Entourage’s Kevin Connoly, Tom Petty and other “A” list stars have been seen out and about replacing their traditional “analogue” cigarettes with the new high-tech counterpart.
Receive Your Sample Within 3 to 5 Days Anywhere!
Some Testimonials:
CleanSmoke has changed my life, it really has! It’s such a relief to be able to smoke anywhere I want. This is awesome.
– Lane Myer, Hilldale, CA
My wife used to go bonkers because I always smelled like smoke after work. That problem is now a thing of the past. It’s the real deal.
– John Bender, Shermer, IL
After my daughter was born I knew I couldn’t expose her to 2nd hand smoke. With CleanSmoke I don’t have to worry anymore.
– Trinity Matrixgirl, Zion, NY
Lung cancer has plagued my family for 2 decades and I feared I was on the same path. I feel so much better now! Thanks to CleanSmoke!
– Patsy K., California
Common Questions
I try to pay however the payment does not go through. What should I do?
First please assure that the payment method you selected on the payment page is correct (e.g. do not try to pay with Maestro card by selecting the option Visa Debit). Second make sure that all the information you have entered is also correct.
If you are still unable to make the payment please contact our customer support team and we will be happy to assist you. Please prepare to give a detailed explanation of what happens when you click on the “Submit” button so that our agents can help you in the best, and most efficient way.
What is a CVV code and where is it located?
The CVV is a 3-digit number that is located on the back of your credit card. The number is usually displayed following the last four digits of your account number.
Can I take your products with other medications / prescriptions? Can you provide me with medical advice?
We are an e-Commerce company and do not employ qualified medical staff to provide consultations in regards to your health.
Therefore we suggest that you to contact your nutritionist or doctor for further advice. This is to assure that there are no side effects or any other complications.
How can I order?
1. Depending on the product you would like to order you will need to open the link of the on-line store in your internet browser
2. Carefully read all the information given and if you decide to order and try the product – fill out the details and click “submit”
3. On the next page carefully read the terms and conditions of the purchase and fill out your payment details, check again the content of your shopping basket and click “submit” button
4. You will receive a confirmation e-mail with the reference details, we may ask for these at a later date and therefore ask you to keep the e-mail and not delete it.
How long will it take to receive my order once it has been shipped?
Once your package has been shipped, it should arrive within 3-5 working days (note that weekends and public holidays are not counted as working days), in exceptional cases it may take between one or two weeks, specifically in Australia, Canada and New Zealand due to strict customs checks.
Please note that we do not ship on Saturdays, Sundays or public holidays, neither are deliveries made on these days. In addition, extended shipping time in transit should be expected during the holiday season.
My product did not arrive
Generally it takes approximately one working week for an order to be processed and delivered.
However it might take up to two working weeks in exceptional cases until the product is delivered to you. Specifically customers in Australia and Canada might have delays due to strict customs regulations in those countries.
We therefore kindly ask you NOT to contact support before one working week has passed since you confirmed your purchase on-line.
In case you were not at home when the product was delivered and the slot in the letterbox was too small to get the package inside,the package will normally be returned to the nearest post office. The postman would have left a note in the letterboxstating that the package is in the post office. It is expected that you would pick up the package within 5 days. If you did not collect it during this time it is returned to the warehouse.
In an event that you have waited longer than two working weeks and made sure that no one at your house (your neighbours, housemate etc.) has taken the delivery, and neither was the package returned to the nearest post office and you still did not receive your shipment we kindly ask you to contact our support team at the telephone number at the top of this page and our Customer Service Team will be happy to assist you.
Do you ship to my country?
We ship to any country that appears on the country drop down menu when you register for your trial purchase on the web site of the store.
In case your country does not appear within this country list, we advise you to visit our on-line store at a later date, as we continually add new countries.
Refund Policy
Our refund policy is as follows:
1. You may receive a refund of any Product that you ordered up to thirty (30) days after your order is placed.
2. Customers are restricted to receiving a single refund per product ordered. Repetitive refunds are not permitted unless the product, as delivered to you, is defective. We reserve the right to refuse a refund to any customer who repeatedly requests refunds or who, in our judgment, requests refunds in bad faith.
3. In order to process your refund, you must supply us with your name and delivery address. If you provide us with insufficient or incorrect information your refund will be delayed.
4. Depending on the bank that issues the credit card, your refund can take up tothirty (30) days to appear on your credit card statement. If you have any questions about whether a refund has been issued by us, please call Our Customer Service Department.
5. Shipping and handling costs are not refundable.
Return Policy
In order to assure the quality of the products we do not accept returns.
We suggest you keep the product and would like to remind you that shipping and handling charges become non-refundable once the product has left the warehouse.
Why have I been charged multiple times?
As stated in the terms and conditions of your purchase (accepted during the purchase process), if you do not cancel your account during the 15-days trial period, you will be charged for the already received product separately and thus the free trial converts into a regular monthly subscription.
If the account is still not cancelled, after one month following the date you ordered your product, another 30-day supply of the product is sent to you, and the full price of the product will be charged to your credit card.
If neither of the cases explains your situation we kindly ask you to contact us and our Customer Service Team will be happy to assist you.
Please prepare the following information before calling or writing to us: name on your credit card, descriptor(s) on the charges, amounts, and date(s) of the charges, your billing and shipping address.
I did not place this order and do not recognize the charge on the credit card statement. I think it is fraud.
We take Credit Card fraud very seriously and considerate it a crime. Our Risk/Fraud Department will verify that the transaction is indeed fraud and was not ordered by you. In such case we kindly ask you to contact us and our Customer Service Team will be happy to assist you. Please prepare the following information before calling or writing to us: name on your credit card, descriptor(s) on the charges, amounts, and date(s) of the charges, your billing and shipping address.
We would like to inform you that making a false claim is a criminal offense and you will be prosecuted if such claim is made. All information that you provide us, along with all related log files and IP addresses will be forwarded to the local police department and district attorney. In addition the governmental cybercrime agency will use this data to investigate and establish the physical location and computer from which the account was created.
What are the product ingredients?
Here’s a response I received from Justine with Essential Living Foods, regarding the packaging and that the container are half full on the mixes.
Hello Victor,
Yes, I did get your email. Thank you.
Sorry about the late reply; I’ve been hectic with work!
I also wanted to wait to get you some info on the packaging
issue that you mentioned in your email.
For display purposes, we chose one size for the recycled tin cans that
we use for all of our powders and drink mixes. This was a choice to
have uniformity and a size that would fit well on the shelves for display.
The amount of powder or mix is marked on the cans in ounces and that is
the amount that you pay for when you purchase it.
The weight of our different powders and mixes vary but the canister size remains
consistent.
I understand and appreciate where you are coming from with regards
to suggesting a smaller package for the mix that you bought.
There are many choices that our company made when we created our
retail brand. Most of those choices were about the content and
quality of the products, fair trade practices, the sustainability factor in our
business model, including the packaging we use and our choice to donate
1% of our sales to Amazon Watch. We also made choices from a
marketing perspective to be able to have our products housed on and
coming to our customer from the shelves of Whole Foods and other
natural grocery stores.
I hope this information is helpful to you.
Thank you for including our Essential Living Foods line of products
in your blog! And I hope you are enjoying the Chocolate Drink Mix,
which is what I believe you purchased on the day that we met at
the Arroyo Whole Foods.
Sincerely,
Justine
Justine Klineman
Essential Living Foods
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My response:
Hi Justine,
Thanks for the response. I don’t believe that this information is printed on the container, and perhaps it should be.
While I understand where the company is coming from it could be perceived as somewhat deceptive and a wasteful regardless of whether or not the packaging is recycled. I would highly recommend revisiting the packaging.
Would it make any difference if I conveyed this to the owner(s) of the company, or are you one of the owners?
I would be happy to speak with you or anyone else regarding the issue.
And btw, you do a great job of demonstrating the products.
Regards,
Victor
Great band
Outlett-Invincible – Watch Here
The LA-based hard rock band, Outlett, is officially on its way to the mainstream. Especially, with the release of their latest music video for their single Invincible produced by Platinum Producer Toby Wright (Metallica, Three Doors Down, Alice In Chains). Invincible, was originally made famous by the one and only Pat Benetar, but Outlett has taken it the next level plugging in their own hard rock version bringing this hit song back to life for the young generation and beyond. Directed and produced by Katheryne KTEE Thomas and Mark Larranga from Relentless Vision, Invincible shows that Outlett is without a doubt a force to be reckoned with and is here to stay.
OUTLETT Showcase @ The Viper Room, January 26th 2010! FREE
PLEASE MARK THIS DATE ON YOUR CALENDER.
THIS SHOW IS FREE TO ALL!
IF YOU HAVEN’T SEEN OUTLETT LIVE YOUR IN FOR
A WONDERFUL AND POWERFUL EXPERIENCE.
IT’S GONNA BE A BLAST!
LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AT THE SHOW.
BOBBY BRENT
watch video– https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PpR6wtUHaFQ