Fred Harteis News Articles - School shooting suspect charged with killing father
Fred Harteis News Article - A 19-year-old who was taken into custody following a school shooting Wednesday afternoon was charged with killing his father earlier in the day, according to the Orange County, North Carolina, sheriff's office.
The teen fired eight shots at Orange High School, injuring two students and sending others running for cover, police and parents told local media outlets.
Alvaro Rafael Castillo of Hillsborough "was firing [two] weapons when deputies approached him" after 1 p.m., the sheriff's office said in a news release.
Deputies ordered him to put down his weapons, Castillo complied and the officers handcuffed him, the statement said.
After being taken into custody Castillo told deputies that he had killed his father, Rafael Huezo Castillo, according to the sheriff's office.
The body of Rafael Huezo Castillo was found in his home. He died from injuries that "appeared to be inflicted by a firearm," the sheriff's office said.
As the teen was walked to jail, hands cuffed in front of him, he was asked why he killed his father, The Associated Press reported.
"Sacrifice. The world is cruel," he said, according to AP. "We all have to sacrifice. Somebody had to put him out of his misery. He abused all of us."
Castillo has been charged with first-degree murder in the death of his father. Charges in the school shooting are pending.
A preliminary investigation indicates "that the shooting at the school and the murder were preplanned," according to the sheriff's office.
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Wednesday, August 30, 2006
Monday, August 28, 2006
Fred Harteis News - Curing cellulite with coffee
Fred Harteis News - As any woman knows, cellulite is big business - $96.9 million was spent last year in the United States alone on products that claim to remove it, not to mention the millions of gym memberships it sells.
But scientists at a lingerie manufacturer have hit upon an easier way to burn off the unsightly fatty deposits all day long: tights impregnated with microcapsules of caffeine.
Palmers, a 92-year-old company spent several months developing and testing the Slim Fit 20 pantyhose. As with other brands of tights that contain skin products such as aloe vera, red algae, or seaweed, the caffeine-laced fabric is activated by body heat. The small drops of liquid, which last for four washes, boost metabolism and burn fat.
"Caffeine rubbed on the skin, like caffeine-laced anticellulite creams, would absolutely work to improve the appearance of cellulite," says dermatologist and La Jolla Spa medical director Mitchel Goldman, who conducted a study using caffeine-laced anticellulite cream. Of the 34 women in the study, 25 noticed a decrease in thigh circumference.
Tightsplease.com, the largest online pantyhose store, is the sole distributor of the caffeine tights so far.
Site director Charles Duncombe says he was skeptical about the price - $50 for three pairs - but sold an estimated 20,000 units in the product's first 18 months. "The response has been phenomenal," Duncombe says.
"I can count on one hand how many customers have called to say the pantyhose doesn't work." That'll make any woman skip the gym and grab a pair.
Source: Cnn.com
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Fred Harteis News - As any woman knows, cellulite is big business - $96.9 million was spent last year in the United States alone on products that claim to remove it, not to mention the millions of gym memberships it sells.
But scientists at a lingerie manufacturer have hit upon an easier way to burn off the unsightly fatty deposits all day long: tights impregnated with microcapsules of caffeine.
Palmers, a 92-year-old company spent several months developing and testing the Slim Fit 20 pantyhose. As with other brands of tights that contain skin products such as aloe vera, red algae, or seaweed, the caffeine-laced fabric is activated by body heat. The small drops of liquid, which last for four washes, boost metabolism and burn fat.
"Caffeine rubbed on the skin, like caffeine-laced anticellulite creams, would absolutely work to improve the appearance of cellulite," says dermatologist and La Jolla Spa medical director Mitchel Goldman, who conducted a study using caffeine-laced anticellulite cream. Of the 34 women in the study, 25 noticed a decrease in thigh circumference.
Tightsplease.com, the largest online pantyhose store, is the sole distributor of the caffeine tights so far.
Site director Charles Duncombe says he was skeptical about the price - $50 for three pairs - but sold an estimated 20,000 units in the product's first 18 months. "The response has been phenomenal," Duncombe says.
"I can count on one hand how many customers have called to say the pantyhose doesn't work." That'll make any woman skip the gym and grab a pair.
Source: Cnn.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Saturday, August 26, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - Shuttle launch delayed until Monday
Fred Harteis News Articles - The launch of space shuttle Atlantis on Sunday was scrubbed for 24 hours because of lightning striking the launch pad Friday and other weather worries, NASA announced.
The launch will be tried again Monday. Sunday is the first day of the shuttle's launch window, which closes September 7.
Mission managers said no other significant issues besides weather could affect the launch, said NASA test director Jeff Spaulding.
On Friday, lightning struck Atlantis' launch pad 39B, which has several lightning-detection systems -- but caused no apparent damage, said launch director Mike Leinbach.
The Atlantis crew of six has been waiting nearly four years for the opportunity to travel to the International Space Station, and are hopeful the weather will cooperate, Leinbach said.
Once Atlantis docks with the station, the crew plans to do three spacewalks to install a second set of solar arrays designed to provide about a quarter of the station's power generation.
That should double the station's power capability, in addition to adding more than 17 tons to its mass.
The solar arrays have been packed away since May 2003, when they were originally scheduled to be delivered.
NASA has dubbed the 12-day mission, the 27th flight of Atlantis, the "return to assembly."
If Atlantis takes off Monday, the mission will be the quickest turnaround between flights since the 2003 Columbia disaster.
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Fred Harteis News Articles - The launch of space shuttle Atlantis on Sunday was scrubbed for 24 hours because of lightning striking the launch pad Friday and other weather worries, NASA announced.
The launch will be tried again Monday. Sunday is the first day of the shuttle's launch window, which closes September 7.
Mission managers said no other significant issues besides weather could affect the launch, said NASA test director Jeff Spaulding.
On Friday, lightning struck Atlantis' launch pad 39B, which has several lightning-detection systems -- but caused no apparent damage, said launch director Mike Leinbach.
The Atlantis crew of six has been waiting nearly four years for the opportunity to travel to the International Space Station, and are hopeful the weather will cooperate, Leinbach said.
Once Atlantis docks with the station, the crew plans to do three spacewalks to install a second set of solar arrays designed to provide about a quarter of the station's power generation.
That should double the station's power capability, in addition to adding more than 17 tons to its mass.
The solar arrays have been packed away since May 2003, when they were originally scheduled to be delivered.
NASA has dubbed the 12-day mission, the 27th flight of Atlantis, the "return to assembly."
If Atlantis takes off Monday, the mission will be the quickest turnaround between flights since the 2003 Columbia disaster.
Source: Cnn.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harties has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Friday, August 25, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - America's most dangerous jobs
Fred Harteis News Articles - A lobsterman drowned early in August, after he got entangled in nets and dragged overboard.
A day or two before that a logger was struck in the neck and killed by a log that had worked loose and rolled down a hillside.
August 5, a crop duster pilot crashed and died.
For many occupations danger is part of the job description. That is made abundantly clear every year when the Bureau of Labor Statistics releases its annual census of fatalities in the workplace.
The report for 2005, includes data on fatal work-related injuries by industry, gender, age and, especially, by occupation.
The BLS does not count combat deaths in its survey; if it did, the military would undoubtedly have qualified as the most dangerous job last year.
Fishermen It was another tough year for fishermen in 2005; 48 died, up from 38 the year before. That made it the nation's most dangerous occupation in 2005, with a fatality rate of 118.4 per 100,000 - nearly 30 times higher than the rate of the average worker.
Fishermen go out to the sea in ships in some terrible weather conditions, especially in heavy seas and Aleutian Island storms, and a fall overboard often results in death by drowning.
They also work with dangerous power tools such as huge winches and hoists, as well as heavy nets and cages, all of which can turn into lethal missiles on a slippery wet or icy deck in heavy seas.
Loggers This group kept its tragic status as one of the most dangerous occupations by recording 80 deaths, a fatality rate of 90.2 per 100,000. That's an improvement from a year earlier, when there were 85 logging fatalities.
Loggers deal with mammoth weights and irregularly shaped tree trunks that can be very difficult to control. In addition, they may be injured in remote areas far from medical help and succumb to injuries that might not otherwise have been fatal.
Flyers had a safer year, with their fatalities dropping nearly 26 percent to 81. That still was enough to qualify the profession as the third-most dangerous with a rate of 66.9 per 100,000.
Assaults and other violent acts contributed to danger in the workplace: 14 percent of all fatalities were due to these. Fifty policemen and sheriff's patrol officers were murdered on the job, and another 81 died in traffic accidents and other incidents. The tragic toll added up to 18.2 fatalities per 100,000 workers.
The most dangerous industry in terms of total killed was construction, where 1,186 workers died. The rate of 11.0 per 100,000, however, trailed the agricultural segment (32.5 per 100,000), which included fishing and logging; mining (25.6 per 100,000); and transportation and warehousing (17.6 per 100,000), where many drivers died in traffic accidents.
Of the 339 construction workers who died, about 32 percent of them suffered fatal falls of a story or more.
The good news is that after the BLS began publishing its census on fatal occupational injuries in 1992, the number of worker deaths has trended steadily down since 1994, when 6,632 workers died. That's a 14 percent drop, but even that understates how much safer workers are on the job: The number of workers has also grown more than 14 percent since 1994, meaning the fatality rate has dropped by about 30 percent.
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Fred Harteis News Articles - A lobsterman drowned early in August, after he got entangled in nets and dragged overboard.
A day or two before that a logger was struck in the neck and killed by a log that had worked loose and rolled down a hillside.
August 5, a crop duster pilot crashed and died.
For many occupations danger is part of the job description. That is made abundantly clear every year when the Bureau of Labor Statistics releases its annual census of fatalities in the workplace.
The report for 2005, includes data on fatal work-related injuries by industry, gender, age and, especially, by occupation.
The BLS does not count combat deaths in its survey; if it did, the military would undoubtedly have qualified as the most dangerous job last year.
Fishermen It was another tough year for fishermen in 2005; 48 died, up from 38 the year before. That made it the nation's most dangerous occupation in 2005, with a fatality rate of 118.4 per 100,000 - nearly 30 times higher than the rate of the average worker.
Fishermen go out to the sea in ships in some terrible weather conditions, especially in heavy seas and Aleutian Island storms, and a fall overboard often results in death by drowning.
They also work with dangerous power tools such as huge winches and hoists, as well as heavy nets and cages, all of which can turn into lethal missiles on a slippery wet or icy deck in heavy seas.
Loggers This group kept its tragic status as one of the most dangerous occupations by recording 80 deaths, a fatality rate of 90.2 per 100,000. That's an improvement from a year earlier, when there were 85 logging fatalities.
Loggers deal with mammoth weights and irregularly shaped tree trunks that can be very difficult to control. In addition, they may be injured in remote areas far from medical help and succumb to injuries that might not otherwise have been fatal.
Flyers had a safer year, with their fatalities dropping nearly 26 percent to 81. That still was enough to qualify the profession as the third-most dangerous with a rate of 66.9 per 100,000.
Assaults and other violent acts contributed to danger in the workplace: 14 percent of all fatalities were due to these. Fifty policemen and sheriff's patrol officers were murdered on the job, and another 81 died in traffic accidents and other incidents. The tragic toll added up to 18.2 fatalities per 100,000 workers.
The most dangerous industry in terms of total killed was construction, where 1,186 workers died. The rate of 11.0 per 100,000, however, trailed the agricultural segment (32.5 per 100,000), which included fishing and logging; mining (25.6 per 100,000); and transportation and warehousing (17.6 per 100,000), where many drivers died in traffic accidents.
Of the 339 construction workers who died, about 32 percent of them suffered fatal falls of a story or more.
The good news is that after the BLS began publishing its census on fatal occupational injuries in 1992, the number of worker deaths has trended steadily down since 1994, when 6,632 workers died. That's a 14 percent drop, but even that understates how much safer workers are on the job: The number of workers has also grown more than 14 percent since 1994, meaning the fatality rate has dropped by about 30 percent.
Source: Cnn.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Thursday, August 24, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles – Brother of journalist: Captives are powerless
Fred Harteis News Articles - The brother of one of the two Fox News journalists abducted in Gaza City August 14 pleaded Thursday with the kidnappers to release them, saying the journalists have no power to fulfill any demands.
"By now, you know they cherish life. They have no power. They are not deal makers. They are not politicians, and they have no authority," Ken Centanni said in a videotaped statement.
"Our brother and his colleague are in Gaza to report your story -- nothing more and nothing less," he continued. "It is in your control to resolve this matter. I respectfully request that you let our brother, Steve, and his colleague come home to their families."
The wife of cameraman Olaf Wiig, Anita McNaught, made a similar statement Thursday, saying her husband and Centanni were "merely innocent journalists."
"They have only one strength here in Gaza and that is to take the voices of the Palestinian people to the outside world. They can only do this if they are free," she said.
Ken Centanni spoke from San Jose, California, one day after a video of Steve Centanni, 60, and New Zealand cameraman Wiig, 36, was aired by the Palestinian news agency, Ramattan.
In it, Steve Centanni said the two are in "fairly good condition," with adequate food, water, access to showers and clean clothes.
"Our captives are treating us well," he added.
A leaflet accompanying Wednesday's video indicated it came from a previously unknown group calling itself the Holy Jihad Brigades, which claimed responsibility for the kidnappings.
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Fred Harteis News Articles - The brother of one of the two Fox News journalists abducted in Gaza City August 14 pleaded Thursday with the kidnappers to release them, saying the journalists have no power to fulfill any demands.
"By now, you know they cherish life. They have no power. They are not deal makers. They are not politicians, and they have no authority," Ken Centanni said in a videotaped statement.
"Our brother and his colleague are in Gaza to report your story -- nothing more and nothing less," he continued. "It is in your control to resolve this matter. I respectfully request that you let our brother, Steve, and his colleague come home to their families."
The wife of cameraman Olaf Wiig, Anita McNaught, made a similar statement Thursday, saying her husband and Centanni were "merely innocent journalists."
"They have only one strength here in Gaza and that is to take the voices of the Palestinian people to the outside world. They can only do this if they are free," she said.
Ken Centanni spoke from San Jose, California, one day after a video of Steve Centanni, 60, and New Zealand cameraman Wiig, 36, was aired by the Palestinian news agency, Ramattan.
In it, Steve Centanni said the two are in "fairly good condition," with adequate food, water, access to showers and clean clothes.
"Our captives are treating us well," he added.
A leaflet accompanying Wednesday's video indicated it came from a previously unknown group calling itself the Holy Jihad Brigades, which claimed responsibility for the kidnappings.
Source: Cnn.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Wednesday, August 23, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - Boomers vs. Xers: Can't we all just get along?
Fred Harteis News Articles - Often, the tensions are subtle and unspoken, but they're there: Baby Boom managers, those in their mid-40s and older, have a tough time understanding the group coming up behind them in the corporate ranks - Gen Xers, born between 1965 and 1979, the first generation to grow up with the Internet.
Accustomed to everything happening more and more quickly, they are an impatient bunch. Rather than pay their dues and work patiently toward promotions, they'd rather quit and go elsewhere: Xers change jobs, on average, every two years.
To Boomers who spent decades earning their stripes, Xers often look like spoiled brats. By Xers' lights, meanwhile, Boomers just don't get it - and when are they going to retire and get out of the way, anyway?
Enter Janet Reid, a managing partner at Global Lead, a worldwide diversity consulting firm that numbers Procter & Gamble, Walt Disney, Boeing, Johnson & Johnson, and Radio Shack among its clients. Reid specializes in teaching Boomers and Xers to find common ground at work. Some excerpts from our recent conversation:
By encouraging the generations to talk out their differences, companies are hoping to reduce turnover among Gen Xers, right? Does it work?
Employers have really only recently become aware of how big a problem Gen X turnover is. It's an enormous threat, when you consider that this is the generation corporate America is counting on to run things when Boomers retire.
So yes, companies are starting to try to address it. They want to reach those Gen Xers who are very talented, and who want to move up faster than most companies move anybody up, and keep those future leaders from quitting.
How do you do that?
Often, Gen Xers will approach their careers with the attitude, "I'm just going to keep changing jobs until I get the title I want and the pay I want, until I reach Nirvana." So employers who want to keep them have to offer them bigger responsibilities and interesting projects.
As long as they are involved and learning and contributing, they'll stay. Pay for performance works, too. Give them more money to go along with those bigger challenges.
But one thing we find is crucial is the bond between individual Boomer managers and their Gen X subordinates. If you work on improving that one-on-one relationship, you can eliminate a lot of problems that lead to high turnover.
Source: Cnn.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. With a background in Agriculture Fred Harteis has lead many successful business ventures.
Fred Harteis News Articles - Often, the tensions are subtle and unspoken, but they're there: Baby Boom managers, those in their mid-40s and older, have a tough time understanding the group coming up behind them in the corporate ranks - Gen Xers, born between 1965 and 1979, the first generation to grow up with the Internet.
Accustomed to everything happening more and more quickly, they are an impatient bunch. Rather than pay their dues and work patiently toward promotions, they'd rather quit and go elsewhere: Xers change jobs, on average, every two years.
To Boomers who spent decades earning their stripes, Xers often look like spoiled brats. By Xers' lights, meanwhile, Boomers just don't get it - and when are they going to retire and get out of the way, anyway?
Enter Janet Reid, a managing partner at Global Lead, a worldwide diversity consulting firm that numbers Procter & Gamble, Walt Disney, Boeing, Johnson & Johnson, and Radio Shack among its clients. Reid specializes in teaching Boomers and Xers to find common ground at work. Some excerpts from our recent conversation:
By encouraging the generations to talk out their differences, companies are hoping to reduce turnover among Gen Xers, right? Does it work?
Employers have really only recently become aware of how big a problem Gen X turnover is. It's an enormous threat, when you consider that this is the generation corporate America is counting on to run things when Boomers retire.
So yes, companies are starting to try to address it. They want to reach those Gen Xers who are very talented, and who want to move up faster than most companies move anybody up, and keep those future leaders from quitting.
How do you do that?
Often, Gen Xers will approach their careers with the attitude, "I'm just going to keep changing jobs until I get the title I want and the pay I want, until I reach Nirvana." So employers who want to keep them have to offer them bigger responsibilities and interesting projects.
As long as they are involved and learning and contributing, they'll stay. Pay for performance works, too. Give them more money to go along with those bigger challenges.
But one thing we find is crucial is the bond between individual Boomer managers and their Gen X subordinates. If you work on improving that one-on-one relationship, you can eliminate a lot of problems that lead to high turnover.
Source: Cnn.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. With a background in Agriculture Fred Harteis has lead many successful business ventures.
Tuesday, August 22, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - Bush OKs involuntary Marine recall
Fred Harteis News Articles - President Bush has authorized the U.S. Marine Corps to recall 2,500 troops to active duty because there are not enough volunteers returning for duty in Afghanistan and Iraq, Marine commanders announced Tuesday.
The recall was authorized last month, and will begin in spring 2007 to fill positions for upcoming rotations, Marine officials said. The Marine Corps is currently picking volunteers from the Marine Individual Ready Reserve, the officials said.
Marine Col. Guy A. Stratton, head of the manpower mobilization section, told The Associated Press that there is a shortfall of about 1,200 Marines needed to fill positions in upcoming unit deployments.
"Since this is going to be a long war, we thought it was judicious and prudent at this time to be able to use a relatively small portion of those Marines to help us augment our units," Stratton said, according to the AP.
Tours for recalled Marines could last 12 to 18 months, according to Marine officials.
Marines are trying to fill combat, communications, intelligence, engineering and military police positions, according to the Marine Corps.
Though the initial recall is for 2,500 troops, there is no cap on how many could be called up in the future.
Marines in the Individual Ready Reserve already have fulfilled their four-year, active duty requirement, but are on call for another four years.
Marines in their second or third years of on-call service will be tapped, because those in their first years just finished active duty and those in their fourth years have almost completed their military obligations.
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Fred Harteis News Articles - President Bush has authorized the U.S. Marine Corps to recall 2,500 troops to active duty because there are not enough volunteers returning for duty in Afghanistan and Iraq, Marine commanders announced Tuesday.
The recall was authorized last month, and will begin in spring 2007 to fill positions for upcoming rotations, Marine officials said. The Marine Corps is currently picking volunteers from the Marine Individual Ready Reserve, the officials said.
Marine Col. Guy A. Stratton, head of the manpower mobilization section, told The Associated Press that there is a shortfall of about 1,200 Marines needed to fill positions in upcoming unit deployments.
"Since this is going to be a long war, we thought it was judicious and prudent at this time to be able to use a relatively small portion of those Marines to help us augment our units," Stratton said, according to the AP.
Tours for recalled Marines could last 12 to 18 months, according to Marine officials.
Marines are trying to fill combat, communications, intelligence, engineering and military police positions, according to the Marine Corps.
Though the initial recall is for 2,500 troops, there is no cap on how many could be called up in the future.
Marines in the Individual Ready Reserve already have fulfilled their four-year, active duty requirement, but are on call for another four years.
Marines in their second or third years of on-call service will be tapped, because those in their first years just finished active duty and those in their fourth years have almost completed their military obligations.
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Monday, August 21, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - Top Retirement Jobs
Fred Harteis News Articles - As baby boomers prepare to enter retirement, many aren’t ready to follow the same path as their predecessors. This generation of retirees is well educated, vibrant and as life expectancy continues to rise, many are not prepared to idly spend this fruitful time of their life in the typical retirement fashion.
Defying tradition, this generation of retirees is more likely to pursue post-retirement jobs that utilize their experience, enact a positive change, but allow part-time hours, flexibility and bring in a paycheck. When retirees volunteer, they often feel that their skills are not fully utilized. With a paycheck or stipend, retirees believe their work will be valued by their employers and their skills less likely to be squandered.
Top Retirement Job Rankings
The first group includes jobs that use the skills you have gained over your working career. These may be used at a company or within a civic or non-profit organization where you can have a tremendous impact on your community.
These Top Jobs include:
Administrative Assistant
Assistant Librarian
Associate Professor
Board Administrator
Marketing Specialist
Organizational Development Consultant
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Volunteer Coordinator
Good News for All
Retiree eagerness to work is good news for many companies and organizations. Whether it is filling gaps at public schools, training the next generation of leaders, or helping organizations perform better, this generation of retirees has the experience necessary to make a positive impact on our private, public and non-profit institutions.
Organizations like ReServe Inc. are aiming to place this next generation of skilled retirees into positions where they will contribute to public and non-profit organizations while achieving personal satisfaction. They assert that there is an "unprecedented opportunity for our civic institutions to harness the strengths of this skilled and experienced work force to strengthen the capacity of these institutions to accomplish their missions and benefit society."
Looking for Rest and Relaxation? These Jobs Are For You
Despite the interest and increasing number of post-retirement careers, many retirees still prefer to collect their reward for years of hard work – travel, rest and relaxation. You may pursue a job for supplemental income, but it is more important that you also have maximum flexibility and freedom.
In addition to pursuing a lifelong hobby or passion, some of the top jobs that allow for part-time status and involve less stress include:
Animal Groomer
Counter Attendant
Customer Service Representative
Home Care Nurse / Aide
Real Estate Appraiser
Retail Cashier
Telemarketer
Source: AOL.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Fred Harteis News Articles - As baby boomers prepare to enter retirement, many aren’t ready to follow the same path as their predecessors. This generation of retirees is well educated, vibrant and as life expectancy continues to rise, many are not prepared to idly spend this fruitful time of their life in the typical retirement fashion.
Defying tradition, this generation of retirees is more likely to pursue post-retirement jobs that utilize their experience, enact a positive change, but allow part-time hours, flexibility and bring in a paycheck. When retirees volunteer, they often feel that their skills are not fully utilized. With a paycheck or stipend, retirees believe their work will be valued by their employers and their skills less likely to be squandered.
Top Retirement Job Rankings
The first group includes jobs that use the skills you have gained over your working career. These may be used at a company or within a civic or non-profit organization where you can have a tremendous impact on your community.
These Top Jobs include:
Administrative Assistant
Assistant Librarian
Associate Professor
Board Administrator
Marketing Specialist
Organizational Development Consultant
Vocational Rehabilitation Counselor
Volunteer Coordinator
Good News for All
Retiree eagerness to work is good news for many companies and organizations. Whether it is filling gaps at public schools, training the next generation of leaders, or helping organizations perform better, this generation of retirees has the experience necessary to make a positive impact on our private, public and non-profit institutions.
Organizations like ReServe Inc. are aiming to place this next generation of skilled retirees into positions where they will contribute to public and non-profit organizations while achieving personal satisfaction. They assert that there is an "unprecedented opportunity for our civic institutions to harness the strengths of this skilled and experienced work force to strengthen the capacity of these institutions to accomplish their missions and benefit society."
Looking for Rest and Relaxation? These Jobs Are For You
Despite the interest and increasing number of post-retirement careers, many retirees still prefer to collect their reward for years of hard work – travel, rest and relaxation. You may pursue a job for supplemental income, but it is more important that you also have maximum flexibility and freedom.
In addition to pursuing a lifelong hobby or passion, some of the top jobs that allow for part-time status and involve less stress include:
Animal Groomer
Counter Attendant
Customer Service Representative
Home Care Nurse / Aide
Real Estate Appraiser
Retail Cashier
Telemarketer
Source: AOL.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Sunday, August 20, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - Karr on flight to Los Angeles
Fred Harteis News Articles - A suspect in the 1996 death of 6-year-old JonBenet Ramsey has begun his journey back to the United States where he is to be questioned by Boulder, Colorado, investigators.
John Mark Karr, 41, said nothing as he walked out of the detention center in Bangkok, surrounded by Thai police officers, at 3 p.m. local time Sunday.
Karr's face appeared emotionless.
U.S. officials are accompanying Karr on the Thai Airways commercial flight that is scheduled to arrive in Los Angeles at 8:40 p.m..
Karr sat in business class and dined on paté and prawns, and drank champagne, a beer, and French chardonnay, while reports circulated in Bangkok that he had been a patient at a sex-change clinic there, an Associated Press reporter on board the flight reported.
No decision has been made on where he will be taken upon arrival in the United States, a spokeswoman for the Boulder, Colorado, district attorney's office said Saturday.
Several options have been discussed, including the possibility Karr may remain a while in California, Karen Salaz said.
Karr, the father of three boys, was employed as a schoolteacher when he was arrested in April 2001 in Sonoma County, California, on five misdemeanor charges of possessing child pornography.
A bench warrant was issued for his arrest seven months later when he failed to appear in court, according to the Sonoma County District Attorney's Office.
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Fred Harteis News Articles - A suspect in the 1996 death of 6-year-old JonBenet Ramsey has begun his journey back to the United States where he is to be questioned by Boulder, Colorado, investigators.
John Mark Karr, 41, said nothing as he walked out of the detention center in Bangkok, surrounded by Thai police officers, at 3 p.m. local time Sunday.
Karr's face appeared emotionless.
U.S. officials are accompanying Karr on the Thai Airways commercial flight that is scheduled to arrive in Los Angeles at 8:40 p.m..
Karr sat in business class and dined on paté and prawns, and drank champagne, a beer, and French chardonnay, while reports circulated in Bangkok that he had been a patient at a sex-change clinic there, an Associated Press reporter on board the flight reported.
No decision has been made on where he will be taken upon arrival in the United States, a spokeswoman for the Boulder, Colorado, district attorney's office said Saturday.
Several options have been discussed, including the possibility Karr may remain a while in California, Karen Salaz said.
Karr, the father of three boys, was employed as a schoolteacher when he was arrested in April 2001 in Sonoma County, California, on five misdemeanor charges of possessing child pornography.
A bench warrant was issued for his arrest seven months later when he failed to appear in court, according to the Sonoma County District Attorney's Office.
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Saturday, August 19, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - The Filthiest Spot in Your Office is Where? Prepare to be Shocked
Fred Harteis News Articles - Can you name the dirtiest location in your workplace? Logic would dictate the hotspot for germs would be a high-traffic common area. Let’s take a guess. It’s the toilet seat, right?
Think again.
Your phone and desk are the most bacteria-ridden places in the office. According to a recent study funded by the Clorox Company, the phone and desktop have 400 times more germs than the toilet seat. The research, conducted by University of Arizona’s Charles Gerba, Ph.D., found that the toilet seat ranked the cleanest of the 12 surfaces tested. The study also shows your personal work space gets germier over the course of the morning, culminating in a germ explosion following lunch time.
Your Space, Your Responsibility
The burden of disinfecting your phone, desk, keyboard and mouse does not normally rest on your cleaning crew’s shoulders. You must sanitize your workspace yourself. The first step is to acquire a disinfectant that kills both viruses and bacteria. Chlorine bleach, alcohol, and hydrogen peroxide are all effective microbe destroyers.
A convenient option is to buy one of the many versions of disinfecting wipes sold in grocery and drug stores. Strapped for cash? Paper towels and old fashioned rubbing alcohol are an economic alternative. Since germs multiply throughout the workday, it’s best to get in the daily habit of wiping down your desk, mouse, keyboard and telephone. You might as well wipe your cell phone and PDA while you’re at it. Your new disinfection routine can reduce the number of germs and bacteria in your workspace by up to 99.9 percent.
Mom was Right: Wash Your Hands
Now your desk is clean and you’re feeling pretty superior. Don’t relax just yet. Be wary of carrying germs from other dirty office locales back to your oasis of cleanliness. The water fountain handle and the microwave door handle placed in the top five of foul office spots. What’s an office drone to do?
Hand washing should become another regular habit. By “hand washing,” I don’t mean a quick swipe under the faucet. To ensure hands become germ-free, squirt a generous dollop of soap onto your paws and rub-a-dub-dub for a good 15 or 20 seconds before rinsing. Avoid touching contaminated surfaces afterward. Use a paper towel to turn off the faucet so you won't sully your freshly-washed palms. Try sudsing up before and after you eat, every time you use the bathroom, cough, sneeze, touch a door knob or an elevator button. Otherwise, your dirty mitts will contaminate your pristine desk and put you right back at risk for cold and flu, among other nasty afflictions.
Meticulous Measures:
Is there a germy residue taking up residence at the bottom of your “World’s Best Salesman” mug? Probably, if you’re not scrubbing it after each use. Coffee cups need to be heated to 170 degrees (far hotter than tap water) for 30 seconds after being washed with heavy-duty cleanser. Pop them in the dishwasher if one is available. If not, take them home to clean or use disposable cups.
Pitch the sponge you’ve used since the Clinton Presidency –- it’s time for a change. Replace sponges frequently because their nooks and crannies are the perfect environment for mold and mildew to flourish. You can disinfect a damp sponge by microwaving it on high for a minute or so. Just make sure to clean the microwave first… with a different sponge.
You Can’t Take it With You
Perhaps you have witnessed a coworker sneak into the bathroom carrying a newspaper or magazine. Maybe you regularly make a lavatory pit stop following a long meeting. During these bathroom breaks, you might carefully place your Blackberry on the counter next to the bathroom sink. Perhaps you have even made a quick call from the stall. Consider that these items can become contaminated and then spread germs and bacteria wherever you carry them. Next time, think twice before bringing your phone, PDA or other materials into the restroom.
Keep it Clean
Imagine a life with fewer colds and clearer skin. This vision probably doesn’t bring to mind a spectacular change in your quality of life. However, the next time you catch yourself examining a pimple in the mirror, you could come to realize that your desk has gone without its daily swabbing. When you find yourself sniffling and achy while you suffer another cold, you might ask yourself just how diligent you have been about washing your hands.
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Fred Harteis News Articles - Can you name the dirtiest location in your workplace? Logic would dictate the hotspot for germs would be a high-traffic common area. Let’s take a guess. It’s the toilet seat, right?
Think again.
Your phone and desk are the most bacteria-ridden places in the office. According to a recent study funded by the Clorox Company, the phone and desktop have 400 times more germs than the toilet seat. The research, conducted by University of Arizona’s Charles Gerba, Ph.D., found that the toilet seat ranked the cleanest of the 12 surfaces tested. The study also shows your personal work space gets germier over the course of the morning, culminating in a germ explosion following lunch time.
Your Space, Your Responsibility
The burden of disinfecting your phone, desk, keyboard and mouse does not normally rest on your cleaning crew’s shoulders. You must sanitize your workspace yourself. The first step is to acquire a disinfectant that kills both viruses and bacteria. Chlorine bleach, alcohol, and hydrogen peroxide are all effective microbe destroyers.
A convenient option is to buy one of the many versions of disinfecting wipes sold in grocery and drug stores. Strapped for cash? Paper towels and old fashioned rubbing alcohol are an economic alternative. Since germs multiply throughout the workday, it’s best to get in the daily habit of wiping down your desk, mouse, keyboard and telephone. You might as well wipe your cell phone and PDA while you’re at it. Your new disinfection routine can reduce the number of germs and bacteria in your workspace by up to 99.9 percent.
Mom was Right: Wash Your Hands
Now your desk is clean and you’re feeling pretty superior. Don’t relax just yet. Be wary of carrying germs from other dirty office locales back to your oasis of cleanliness. The water fountain handle and the microwave door handle placed in the top five of foul office spots. What’s an office drone to do?
Hand washing should become another regular habit. By “hand washing,” I don’t mean a quick swipe under the faucet. To ensure hands become germ-free, squirt a generous dollop of soap onto your paws and rub-a-dub-dub for a good 15 or 20 seconds before rinsing. Avoid touching contaminated surfaces afterward. Use a paper towel to turn off the faucet so you won't sully your freshly-washed palms. Try sudsing up before and after you eat, every time you use the bathroom, cough, sneeze, touch a door knob or an elevator button. Otherwise, your dirty mitts will contaminate your pristine desk and put you right back at risk for cold and flu, among other nasty afflictions.
Meticulous Measures:
Is there a germy residue taking up residence at the bottom of your “World’s Best Salesman” mug? Probably, if you’re not scrubbing it after each use. Coffee cups need to be heated to 170 degrees (far hotter than tap water) for 30 seconds after being washed with heavy-duty cleanser. Pop them in the dishwasher if one is available. If not, take them home to clean or use disposable cups.
Pitch the sponge you’ve used since the Clinton Presidency –- it’s time for a change. Replace sponges frequently because their nooks and crannies are the perfect environment for mold and mildew to flourish. You can disinfect a damp sponge by microwaving it on high for a minute or so. Just make sure to clean the microwave first… with a different sponge.
You Can’t Take it With You
Perhaps you have witnessed a coworker sneak into the bathroom carrying a newspaper or magazine. Maybe you regularly make a lavatory pit stop following a long meeting. During these bathroom breaks, you might carefully place your Blackberry on the counter next to the bathroom sink. Perhaps you have even made a quick call from the stall. Consider that these items can become contaminated and then spread germs and bacteria wherever you carry them. Next time, think twice before bringing your phone, PDA or other materials into the restroom.
Keep it Clean
Imagine a life with fewer colds and clearer skin. This vision probably doesn’t bring to mind a spectacular change in your quality of life. However, the next time you catch yourself examining a pimple in the mirror, you could come to realize that your desk has gone without its daily swabbing. When you find yourself sniffling and achy while you suffer another cold, you might ask yourself just how diligent you have been about washing your hands.
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Friday, August 18, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - Karr's yearbook entry yields possible clue
Fred Harteis News Articles - Authorities are examining John Mark Karr's writings, including a 1982 high-school yearbook inscription he made for a friend, for clues that might link him to the death of JonBenet Ramsey 10 years ago.
Karr on Thursday admitted to being involved in the death of the 6-year-old beauty pageant winner. However, questions have since been raised about some of his statements.
The yearbook entry ends with Karr saying in capital block letters, "Though, deep in the future, maybe I shall be the conquerer and live in multiple peace."
The ransom note found in the Ramsey home had demanded money for JonBenet's return and had ended with the word "Victory!" and was signed "S.B.T.C." Authorities want to know whether those letters might stand for "shall be the conquerer" and whether they could have been written by the same person.
John Hargett, who once ran the documents section of the U.S. Secret Service, told CNN the letters represent "a very interesting coincidence." But he said he saw "no similarity" between the handwriting used in the ransom note and that in the yearbook.
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Fred Harteis News Articles - Authorities are examining John Mark Karr's writings, including a 1982 high-school yearbook inscription he made for a friend, for clues that might link him to the death of JonBenet Ramsey 10 years ago.
Karr on Thursday admitted to being involved in the death of the 6-year-old beauty pageant winner. However, questions have since been raised about some of his statements.
The yearbook entry ends with Karr saying in capital block letters, "Though, deep in the future, maybe I shall be the conquerer and live in multiple peace."
The ransom note found in the Ramsey home had demanded money for JonBenet's return and had ended with the word "Victory!" and was signed "S.B.T.C." Authorities want to know whether those letters might stand for "shall be the conquerer" and whether they could have been written by the same person.
John Hargett, who once ran the documents section of the U.S. Secret Service, told CNN the letters represent "a very interesting coincidence." But he said he saw "no similarity" between the handwriting used in the ransom note and that in the yearbook.
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Thursday, August 17, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - Healthcare, energy drive up college costs
Fred Harteis News Articles - State university tuition has leaped 40 percent in the past five years, hitting the three out of four American college students who attend public universities.
Tuition has risen 126 percent (after inflation) since 1984 and is eating up an ever-growing chunk of family incomes. In 1984, the tuition and fees at a public, four-year college was just 4.8 percent of the median family income; today it's 9.5 percent.
The heart of the problem is that states must juggle the cost of funding their education system alongside two other major funding obligations: state-funded Medicaid and the state criminal justice system.
When states are forced to make cuts in education, they typically spare K-12 education programs because they're politically sensitive, according to Michael Dannenberg, director of Education Policy Program at the non-partisan New America Foundation.
State universities, however, have a mechanism for making up their shortfalls - tuition hikes. So "beginning 2000-2001, governors whacked funding for higher ed," and the tuition went soaring, Dannenberg said.
"The percentage of revenues from the state has plummeted for public universities," said Sandy Baum, Senior Policy Analyst for the College Board. In the past five years state budgets have gotten tight as "Medicaid and the criminal justice systems have taken over" [as funding priorities], Baum explained.
"Unless you stem the tide of Medicaid costs, there's no turnaround in sight," for public university tuition hikes, Baum said.
But healthcare costs don't just pressure state tuition prices by competing for state budget dollars.
Benefit costs for universities, including the cost of employee health insurance, grew 175 percent from 1985 to 2005, while professional salaries grew only about 125 percent in the same period, according to the College Board.
And healthcare costs are not the only surging expense for universities: energy and utility costs, which had remained relatively stable from 1985 to 2000, nearly doubled in the past five years, according to the College Board.
The cost of utilities for all universities - public and private - have jumped 27.1 percent since 2005, according to the Commonfund Institute's Higher Education Price Index.
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Fred Harteis News Articles - State university tuition has leaped 40 percent in the past five years, hitting the three out of four American college students who attend public universities.
Tuition has risen 126 percent (after inflation) since 1984 and is eating up an ever-growing chunk of family incomes. In 1984, the tuition and fees at a public, four-year college was just 4.8 percent of the median family income; today it's 9.5 percent.
The heart of the problem is that states must juggle the cost of funding their education system alongside two other major funding obligations: state-funded Medicaid and the state criminal justice system.
When states are forced to make cuts in education, they typically spare K-12 education programs because they're politically sensitive, according to Michael Dannenberg, director of Education Policy Program at the non-partisan New America Foundation.
State universities, however, have a mechanism for making up their shortfalls - tuition hikes. So "beginning 2000-2001, governors whacked funding for higher ed," and the tuition went soaring, Dannenberg said.
"The percentage of revenues from the state has plummeted for public universities," said Sandy Baum, Senior Policy Analyst for the College Board. In the past five years state budgets have gotten tight as "Medicaid and the criminal justice systems have taken over" [as funding priorities], Baum explained.
"Unless you stem the tide of Medicaid costs, there's no turnaround in sight," for public university tuition hikes, Baum said.
But healthcare costs don't just pressure state tuition prices by competing for state budget dollars.
Benefit costs for universities, including the cost of employee health insurance, grew 175 percent from 1985 to 2005, while professional salaries grew only about 125 percent in the same period, according to the College Board.
And healthcare costs are not the only surging expense for universities: energy and utility costs, which had remained relatively stable from 1985 to 2000, nearly doubled in the past five years, according to the College Board.
The cost of utilities for all universities - public and private - have jumped 27.1 percent since 2005, according to the Commonfund Institute's Higher Education Price Index.
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Wednesday, August 16, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - Fantasy football...real money
Fred Harteis News Articles - Are you ready for some fantasy football?
With the start of the NFL season just around the corner, many of us are getting ready to cheer on their local football teams. But a growing number of pigskin junkies are also planning to root heavily for individual players...even if they play for their favorite team's most hated rival.
Fantasy football, a "sport" that lets people draft teams of players and compete against other teams based on their players' real gridiron statistics, has become an increasingly popular pastime.
According to figures from the Fantasy Sports Trade Association - yes, this is big enough of a market to warrant a real trade group - there are currently between 15 million and 18 million fantasy sports players. The number of players has grown 7 percent to 10 percent a year for the past three years.
About 85 percent of all fantasy sports participants play fantasy football, mainly online. And big consumer-oriented companies have taken notice.
"Advertisers are really keeping an astute eye on fantasy football. It's a very loyal market," said Scott Linzer, director of media with iCrossing, a digital marketing agency. "Several of our large clients are doing direct advertising for the fantasy football market."
Linzer said that marketing research has shown the average fantasy football player to be predominantly male, married, in a high income bracket and more likely to do research or make purchases online.
Most fantasy addicts have leagues set up on Web sites run by big media companies like Yahoo!, CBS, Walt Disney's ESPN and News Corp.'s Fox, which runs its fantasy site in conjunction with Microsoft's MSN.
So the increased popularity of fantasy sports could be a financial boon for these firms. There is real money to be made from people pretending to be NFL general managers and coaches.
In most cases, people can set up a league and play for free. Some sites offer premium fantasy packages for a fee that offer more services such as news, draft strategies (Should you take Larry Johnson, Shaun Alexander or LaDainian Tomlinson with the first pick? What a dilemma!) and scouting reports about individual players as well as real-time stat updates.
But several media companies are recognizing that it is more lucrative to not charge fantasy players since free games draw more traffic...and hence, more advertising revenue.
The biggest beneficiary by far should be Yahoo. Jeff Thomas, founder and CEO of fantasy sports site SportsBuff.com and president of the Fantasy Sports Trade Association, said Yahoo has become the fantasy football leader because it kept promoting a basic, free service even when competitors were charging fees to set up leagues.
"The industry has gone back and forth between charging fees and being free. Yahoo was the one who primarily stayed free and that helped them gain a lot of market share," he said.
According to research from comScore Media Metrix, traffic at Yahoo's fantasy football site was more than twice that of ESPN's during last year's football season. Yahoo would not disclose how many registered fantasy football players it has. Yahoo also stands to gain more users through a marketing deal with the web site of Sports Illustrated. SI.com no longer hosts leagues on its site and instead sends people to Yahoo.
ESPN is looking to close the gap though. On their respective fantasy football pages, Yahoo held just a slim lead over ESPN last month, with 1.33 million unique visitors in July compared to 1.24 million for ESPN.
John Kosner, senior vice president and general manager for new media for ESPN, said ESPN's decision last year to introduce a free fantasy football service led to a five-fold increase in its members in 2005 and that numbers were way up this year. He would not disclose how many total registered players it had though.
The increase in players has also led to dramatic growth in advertising revenue. Kosner said that GMC, Samsung and DirecTV are sponsors for ESPN's fantasy football game this year while Coca-Cola's Coke Zero is the sponsor for fantasy football news and columns.
"Fantasy football is being wildly embraced by our advertisers," Kosner said.
And this year, ESPN is stepping up its efforts to increase its fantasy presence. It is launching a fantasy football TV show later this month that will air on ESPN2. ESPN also offers fantasy advice through its magazine, radio shows and podcasts. Kosner thinks that the breadth of ESPN's fantasy coverage gives it a leg up on Yahoo and other competitors.
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Fred Harteis News Articles - Are you ready for some fantasy football?
With the start of the NFL season just around the corner, many of us are getting ready to cheer on their local football teams. But a growing number of pigskin junkies are also planning to root heavily for individual players...even if they play for their favorite team's most hated rival.
Fantasy football, a "sport" that lets people draft teams of players and compete against other teams based on their players' real gridiron statistics, has become an increasingly popular pastime.
According to figures from the Fantasy Sports Trade Association - yes, this is big enough of a market to warrant a real trade group - there are currently between 15 million and 18 million fantasy sports players. The number of players has grown 7 percent to 10 percent a year for the past three years.
About 85 percent of all fantasy sports participants play fantasy football, mainly online. And big consumer-oriented companies have taken notice.
"Advertisers are really keeping an astute eye on fantasy football. It's a very loyal market," said Scott Linzer, director of media with iCrossing, a digital marketing agency. "Several of our large clients are doing direct advertising for the fantasy football market."
Linzer said that marketing research has shown the average fantasy football player to be predominantly male, married, in a high income bracket and more likely to do research or make purchases online.
Most fantasy addicts have leagues set up on Web sites run by big media companies like Yahoo!, CBS, Walt Disney's ESPN and News Corp.'s Fox, which runs its fantasy site in conjunction with Microsoft's MSN.
So the increased popularity of fantasy sports could be a financial boon for these firms. There is real money to be made from people pretending to be NFL general managers and coaches.
In most cases, people can set up a league and play for free. Some sites offer premium fantasy packages for a fee that offer more services such as news, draft strategies (Should you take Larry Johnson, Shaun Alexander or LaDainian Tomlinson with the first pick? What a dilemma!) and scouting reports about individual players as well as real-time stat updates.
But several media companies are recognizing that it is more lucrative to not charge fantasy players since free games draw more traffic...and hence, more advertising revenue.
The biggest beneficiary by far should be Yahoo. Jeff Thomas, founder and CEO of fantasy sports site SportsBuff.com and president of the Fantasy Sports Trade Association, said Yahoo has become the fantasy football leader because it kept promoting a basic, free service even when competitors were charging fees to set up leagues.
"The industry has gone back and forth between charging fees and being free. Yahoo was the one who primarily stayed free and that helped them gain a lot of market share," he said.
According to research from comScore Media Metrix, traffic at Yahoo's fantasy football site was more than twice that of ESPN's during last year's football season. Yahoo would not disclose how many registered fantasy football players it has. Yahoo also stands to gain more users through a marketing deal with the web site of Sports Illustrated. SI.com no longer hosts leagues on its site and instead sends people to Yahoo.
ESPN is looking to close the gap though. On their respective fantasy football pages, Yahoo held just a slim lead over ESPN last month, with 1.33 million unique visitors in July compared to 1.24 million for ESPN.
John Kosner, senior vice president and general manager for new media for ESPN, said ESPN's decision last year to introduce a free fantasy football service led to a five-fold increase in its members in 2005 and that numbers were way up this year. He would not disclose how many total registered players it had though.
The increase in players has also led to dramatic growth in advertising revenue. Kosner said that GMC, Samsung and DirecTV are sponsors for ESPN's fantasy football game this year while Coca-Cola's Coke Zero is the sponsor for fantasy football news and columns.
"Fantasy football is being wildly embraced by our advertisers," Kosner said.
And this year, ESPN is stepping up its efforts to increase its fantasy presence. It is launching a fantasy football TV show later this month that will air on ESPN2. ESPN also offers fantasy advice through its magazine, radio shows and podcasts. Kosner thinks that the breadth of ESPN's fantasy coverage gives it a leg up on Yahoo and other competitors.
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Tuesday, August 15, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - Judge rejects claim for Katrina flood damage
Fred Harteis News Articles - A federal judge Tuesday rejected a couple's insurance claim for Hurricane Katrina-related flood damage in a case sure to resonate with homeowners ravaged last year by the storm.
Senior District Judge L.T. Senter Jr. said the insurance policy of plaintiffs Paul and Julie Leonard of Pascagoula, Mississippi, specifically excluded flood damage.
However, Senter ruled that the couple could collect compensation from Nationwide Mutual Insurance Co. for wind damage -- a total of $1,228.16. The Leonards said their Gulf Coast home incurred more than $130,000 in wind and flood damage on August 29, when Hurricane Katrina raked the Gulf Coast.
The lawsuit argued that a Nationwide insurance policy bought by the Leonards in 2004 purported to provide full coverage for any damage typically caused by hurricanes. The lawsuit also said the insurance agent told the Leonards they did not need to purchase additional flood insurance, which is offered separately by the federal government.
Both sides claimed victory.
The Leonards' attorney, Richard Scruggs, interpreted the 13-page ruling as "a big win," despite the modest size of the award. He predicted it would set a precedent for homeowners.
"The insurance companies have been saying to everyone, under that clause that they lost today, that if you had 1 millimeter of saltwater in your home there was no coverage, even if the hurricane winds blew off your roof," he said.
"That, now, is off the playing field," Scruggs said. "They lost that, and that's going to be huge in future cases. This was a big win for us. Monetarily, it could have been more. We asked for more and thought it was justified, but a win is a win in the first game of the season, and you just take it."
In a written statement, Nationwide said, "We are very pleased that the court ruled in our favor and upheld the long-standing flood exclusion language which is foundational to traditional
homeowner policies across the country."
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Fred Harteis News Articles - A federal judge Tuesday rejected a couple's insurance claim for Hurricane Katrina-related flood damage in a case sure to resonate with homeowners ravaged last year by the storm.
Senior District Judge L.T. Senter Jr. said the insurance policy of plaintiffs Paul and Julie Leonard of Pascagoula, Mississippi, specifically excluded flood damage.
However, Senter ruled that the couple could collect compensation from Nationwide Mutual Insurance Co. for wind damage -- a total of $1,228.16. The Leonards said their Gulf Coast home incurred more than $130,000 in wind and flood damage on August 29, when Hurricane Katrina raked the Gulf Coast.
The lawsuit argued that a Nationwide insurance policy bought by the Leonards in 2004 purported to provide full coverage for any damage typically caused by hurricanes. The lawsuit also said the insurance agent told the Leonards they did not need to purchase additional flood insurance, which is offered separately by the federal government.
Both sides claimed victory.
The Leonards' attorney, Richard Scruggs, interpreted the 13-page ruling as "a big win," despite the modest size of the award. He predicted it would set a precedent for homeowners.
"The insurance companies have been saying to everyone, under that clause that they lost today, that if you had 1 millimeter of saltwater in your home there was no coverage, even if the hurricane winds blew off your roof," he said.
"That, now, is off the playing field," Scruggs said. "They lost that, and that's going to be huge in future cases. This was a big win for us. Monetarily, it could have been more. We asked for more and thought it was justified, but a win is a win in the first game of the season, and you just take it."
In a written statement, Nationwide said, "We are very pleased that the court ruled in our favor and upheld the long-standing flood exclusion language which is foundational to traditional
homeowner policies across the country."
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Monday, August 14, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - Stay on top of carry-on restrictions for better travel
Fred Harteis News Articles - IPods are OK, but hand cream isn't. And don't even think about that bottle of water you just bought at the gift shop.
With the discovery of a terrorist plot to bring down commercial aircraft with liquid-based explosives, air travelers must suddenly rethink what they can bring on board the plane.
Domestic flights not as strict
As of Thursday, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), which handles security screening for all major airports, said that it would no longer allow passengers to carry any liquids or gels on board any domestic or international flight, covering everything from shampoo to suntan lotion to the soft drink they may have purchased at the airport.
Some consumer groups such as the International Airline Passengers Association the told CNN the new rules will be a "huge adjustment," especially for business travelers.
While the new government restrictions only add to a growing list or rules that passengers must abide by, passengers traveling domestically will still be able to pass the time reading a book or magazine, listening to their MP3 player or working on a spreadsheet from their laptop.
Following the September 11, 2001, attacks, authorities had banned passengers from carrying sharp objects such as knives, scissors and nail clippers.
Passengers also were required to have their shoes examined after Briton Richard Reid tried to blow up a plane with a bomb hidden in his shoe. In December, the TSA repealed its decision to not allow passengers to carry scissors and small tools on board.
Extreme restrictions for UK travel
Travelers flying from the UK, however, face far more strict limits on what they can bring on board. Passengers cannot carry books, magazines and even cell phones onto the plane, according to Britain's Department of Transport, unless they were purchased after going through the security screening process.
On top of that, security officials are requiring passengers to place their personal items including passports and wallets into a clear plastic bag and are not allowed to carry anything in their pockets, according to the government agency.
The new rules even go so far as to require mothers who are carrying milk for their infants to taste the contents of the bottle.
Air carriers, so far, have been sympathetic to the plight of travelers, who have been forced to ditch purchases, cram more items into their checked luggage or even rethink their trip.
And while air travelers are inconvenienced, some related businesses are reporting a mixed message about the impact of the new travel restrictions.
Package delivery giants FedEx and UPS report no increase in sales from customers wanting to ship their luggage, according to company spokespersons.
But Gene Langenecker, CEO of The Luggage Club, and Jeff Boyd, president of the company Luggage Free said their respective luggage delivery firms experienced an immediate jump in inquiries.
Both companies offer door-to-door delivery service, where they will pick up a customer's luggage, golf clubs or skis from their home and deliver it to their travel destination.
Source: Cnn.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Fred Harteis News Articles - IPods are OK, but hand cream isn't. And don't even think about that bottle of water you just bought at the gift shop.
With the discovery of a terrorist plot to bring down commercial aircraft with liquid-based explosives, air travelers must suddenly rethink what they can bring on board the plane.
Domestic flights not as strict
As of Thursday, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), which handles security screening for all major airports, said that it would no longer allow passengers to carry any liquids or gels on board any domestic or international flight, covering everything from shampoo to suntan lotion to the soft drink they may have purchased at the airport.
Some consumer groups such as the International Airline Passengers Association the told CNN the new rules will be a "huge adjustment," especially for business travelers.
While the new government restrictions only add to a growing list or rules that passengers must abide by, passengers traveling domestically will still be able to pass the time reading a book or magazine, listening to their MP3 player or working on a spreadsheet from their laptop.
Following the September 11, 2001, attacks, authorities had banned passengers from carrying sharp objects such as knives, scissors and nail clippers.
Passengers also were required to have their shoes examined after Briton Richard Reid tried to blow up a plane with a bomb hidden in his shoe. In December, the TSA repealed its decision to not allow passengers to carry scissors and small tools on board.
Extreme restrictions for UK travel
Travelers flying from the UK, however, face far more strict limits on what they can bring on board. Passengers cannot carry books, magazines and even cell phones onto the plane, according to Britain's Department of Transport, unless they were purchased after going through the security screening process.
On top of that, security officials are requiring passengers to place their personal items including passports and wallets into a clear plastic bag and are not allowed to carry anything in their pockets, according to the government agency.
The new rules even go so far as to require mothers who are carrying milk for their infants to taste the contents of the bottle.
Air carriers, so far, have been sympathetic to the plight of travelers, who have been forced to ditch purchases, cram more items into their checked luggage or even rethink their trip.
And while air travelers are inconvenienced, some related businesses are reporting a mixed message about the impact of the new travel restrictions.
Package delivery giants FedEx and UPS report no increase in sales from customers wanting to ship their luggage, according to company spokespersons.
But Gene Langenecker, CEO of The Luggage Club, and Jeff Boyd, president of the company Luggage Free said their respective luggage delivery firms experienced an immediate jump in inquiries.
Both companies offer door-to-door delivery service, where they will pick up a customer's luggage, golf clubs or skis from their home and deliver it to their travel destination.
Source: Cnn.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Sunday, August 13, 2006
Fred Harteis Business News - 12 tips to stay safe while abroad on business
Fred Harteis Business News - From Indonesia to Iraq, developing countries can mean big new markets. But foreign locales can also be risky - as in physical danger. Whether it's a mugging, flu outbreak, anti-American backlash, or military coup, business travelers tend to be unprepared when a sudden crisis hits. So what to do in the face of an unforeseen threat?
Mugging/pickpocketing
1) Prepare. Terrorism gets the headlines, but petty crime is still the No. 1 travel risk facing foreigners - especially Rolex-wearing American executives. Since hotel room safes are easy to crack, lock your valuables in the main hotel safe instead. You should carry minimal cash, a copy of your ID, and a USB fob containing key documents. Leave the obtrusive laptop behind.
2) Don't be an easy mark. You're choice prey if you're out in public tapping on your BlackBerry or reading a map, so answer e-mail and memorize your route before heading out. Be alert and confident, and keep your hands free to protect yourself.
3) Outsmart the baddies. Robert Young Pelton, author of The World's Most Dangerous Places, keeps a decoy wallet with small bills and old credit cards in a back pocket, and a slim billfold with spending money in his front pocket. He then stores additional cash and other valuables in a hidden pocket sewn into his clothing. Pelton hopes the thief falls for the first, feels brilliant for finding the second, and never considers the third.
Disease outbreak/pandemic
4) Protect yourself. The SARS and avian flu scares are chilling reminders that the threat of a fatal pandemic is real. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests stocking a kit with a digital thermometer and an alcohol-based sanitizer to kill germs. Add to that a small bottle of bleach: One drop in 8 ounces of water makes it potable. Stock up on antiviral meds before you leave home, and wash your hands obsessively.
5) Get help. If you have suspicious symptoms, get to a hospital immediately. Firms like Accenture (Charts) and Archer Daniels Midland (Charts) use iJet, one of a handful of services that recommend specific hospitals or ambulance companies and provide critical updates to traveling workers caught in a health scare.
6) Get out. If you're healthy, it's time to split. On the way to the airport, call your airline to secure a seat. Brace yourself for delays as travelers are screened for signs of illness. If you can't get a flight out, try calling the U.S. embassy for help with arrangements. Just don't expect to share its supply of Tamiflu.
Anti-Americanism/kidnapping
7) Keep a low profile. Kidnappings worldwide have tripled in the past 20 years, with Americans as prime targets, and anti-American sentiment is rampant. Dining at the local McDonald's (Charts) is obviously a big no-no - but so is wearing a polo shirt or carrying a laptop case emblazoned with your company's name. Katherine Parramore, a travel security consultant, always sits in the passenger seat of hired cars: "If you sit in the back, you look like what you are - somebody important enough to be driven."
8) Mix it up. If you're staying for more than a few days, assume that somebody has noticed and is watching. Keep your anonymity by doing business away from your hotel, leave at a different time each day, and vary your route to and from meetings. Dan Mulvenna, a security consultant in Washington, D.C., changes hotels at least once every five or six days.
9) Know the risks. The nature of kidnappings varies by country. Some are politically motivated, some purely financial. In places like Iraq or the southern Philippines, where jihadists are active and your life is at risk, you should do everything you can to escape your attackers. But keep in mind that most kidnappings are about money and that nine out of 10 abductees eventually go free. Once you're nabbed, it's best to just stay put.
Military coup/civil unrest
10) Get inside. This threat isn't about you as an American; it's about being at the wrong place at the wrong time. When a revolt starts, head for cover in the nearest Western hotel. "The last thing these people want to do is kill a large group of foreigners and invite international outrage," says Robin Bhatty, a former energy consultant who's lived through coups in Azerbaijan and a war in Guatemala. Share a stiff drink with your compatriots.
11) Reach out. It's always a good idea to contact the U.S. embassy or consulate in a crisis; just don't waste your time dialing the main switchboard. You can get direct numbers for its 24-hour security office and regional security officer. They'll be the ones calling the shots at this point.
12) Sit tight. Whether it's a coup or civil unrest, you're probably not going anywhere anytime soon. Landline phone service may be cut and airports closed. Cell phones should work; if not, try to find a Western journalist with a satellite phone so you can call home and the embassy. Always keep an extra $100 and a cheap watch as small bribes in case the food supply runs short or you need to catch a ride once the airport reopens.
Source: Cnn.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Fred Harteis Business News - From Indonesia to Iraq, developing countries can mean big new markets. But foreign locales can also be risky - as in physical danger. Whether it's a mugging, flu outbreak, anti-American backlash, or military coup, business travelers tend to be unprepared when a sudden crisis hits. So what to do in the face of an unforeseen threat?
Mugging/pickpocketing
1) Prepare. Terrorism gets the headlines, but petty crime is still the No. 1 travel risk facing foreigners - especially Rolex-wearing American executives. Since hotel room safes are easy to crack, lock your valuables in the main hotel safe instead. You should carry minimal cash, a copy of your ID, and a USB fob containing key documents. Leave the obtrusive laptop behind.
2) Don't be an easy mark. You're choice prey if you're out in public tapping on your BlackBerry or reading a map, so answer e-mail and memorize your route before heading out. Be alert and confident, and keep your hands free to protect yourself.
3) Outsmart the baddies. Robert Young Pelton, author of The World's Most Dangerous Places, keeps a decoy wallet with small bills and old credit cards in a back pocket, and a slim billfold with spending money in his front pocket. He then stores additional cash and other valuables in a hidden pocket sewn into his clothing. Pelton hopes the thief falls for the first, feels brilliant for finding the second, and never considers the third.
Disease outbreak/pandemic
4) Protect yourself. The SARS and avian flu scares are chilling reminders that the threat of a fatal pandemic is real. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggests stocking a kit with a digital thermometer and an alcohol-based sanitizer to kill germs. Add to that a small bottle of bleach: One drop in 8 ounces of water makes it potable. Stock up on antiviral meds before you leave home, and wash your hands obsessively.
5) Get help. If you have suspicious symptoms, get to a hospital immediately. Firms like Accenture (Charts) and Archer Daniels Midland (Charts) use iJet, one of a handful of services that recommend specific hospitals or ambulance companies and provide critical updates to traveling workers caught in a health scare.
6) Get out. If you're healthy, it's time to split. On the way to the airport, call your airline to secure a seat. Brace yourself for delays as travelers are screened for signs of illness. If you can't get a flight out, try calling the U.S. embassy for help with arrangements. Just don't expect to share its supply of Tamiflu.
Anti-Americanism/kidnapping
7) Keep a low profile. Kidnappings worldwide have tripled in the past 20 years, with Americans as prime targets, and anti-American sentiment is rampant. Dining at the local McDonald's (Charts) is obviously a big no-no - but so is wearing a polo shirt or carrying a laptop case emblazoned with your company's name. Katherine Parramore, a travel security consultant, always sits in the passenger seat of hired cars: "If you sit in the back, you look like what you are - somebody important enough to be driven."
8) Mix it up. If you're staying for more than a few days, assume that somebody has noticed and is watching. Keep your anonymity by doing business away from your hotel, leave at a different time each day, and vary your route to and from meetings. Dan Mulvenna, a security consultant in Washington, D.C., changes hotels at least once every five or six days.
9) Know the risks. The nature of kidnappings varies by country. Some are politically motivated, some purely financial. In places like Iraq or the southern Philippines, where jihadists are active and your life is at risk, you should do everything you can to escape your attackers. But keep in mind that most kidnappings are about money and that nine out of 10 abductees eventually go free. Once you're nabbed, it's best to just stay put.
Military coup/civil unrest
10) Get inside. This threat isn't about you as an American; it's about being at the wrong place at the wrong time. When a revolt starts, head for cover in the nearest Western hotel. "The last thing these people want to do is kill a large group of foreigners and invite international outrage," says Robin Bhatty, a former energy consultant who's lived through coups in Azerbaijan and a war in Guatemala. Share a stiff drink with your compatriots.
11) Reach out. It's always a good idea to contact the U.S. embassy or consulate in a crisis; just don't waste your time dialing the main switchboard. You can get direct numbers for its 24-hour security office and regional security officer. They'll be the ones calling the shots at this point.
12) Sit tight. Whether it's a coup or civil unrest, you're probably not going anywhere anytime soon. Landline phone service may be cut and airports closed. Cell phones should work; if not, try to find a Western journalist with a satellite phone so you can call home and the embassy. Always keep an extra $100 and a cheap watch as small bribes in case the food supply runs short or you need to catch a ride once the airport reopens.
Source: Cnn.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Saturday, August 12, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - Night Driving Tips
Fred Harteis News Articles - Between 12 midnight and 6 a.m. is the riskiest time for crashes, because there are fewer drivers yet more accidents than any other time of the day. Holidays and vacations may put you in situations where you want to drive through the night to get somewhere, but if you do intend to drive at night, there are some important considerations to keep in mind. Safe night driving requires preparation, alertness, and a heavy dose of common sense.
Make sure your headlights are properly aimed. Check with your car's service manual or a professional for the proper procedure. Also make sure all other lights work.
Keep your headlights and windshield clean. Being able to see other cars and be seen by other drivers helps a lot! If it's bug season, stop and wipe them off at each break.
Don't overdrive your headlights. Especially when driving on smaller roads without reflector strips, follow a four-second rule. Take note of where the far reach of your low beams are, then count four seconds. If you pass that original place in less than four seconds, then you are going too fast. Two to three seconds may be an acceptable range for major highways with reflector strips. Remember that posted speed limits are for driving in daylight with dry road conditions.
Use high beams wisely. The use of high-beam headlights when there isn't oncoming traffic can extend the time that you have to react to hazards. Never use your high beams because the high beams of the oncoming car stay on. This will only increase the chances of a head-on crash.
Don't look at oncoming headlights. Focus on the edges of oncoming traffic and bright objects, as staring directly into headlights can blind you for up to five seconds until your eyes adjust.
Look around. Keep your eyes moving from side to side, rather than focusing only on the centerline and the road ahead, to help your eyes stay adjusted to the dark and avoid falling victim to "highway hypnosis," a state in which reaction time is greatly impaired.
Wear sunglasses during the day. Wearing sunglasses during bright days helps keep your eyes more sensitive for driving in the dark.
Always carry flares or reflectors for a breakdown. Keep them in a place where they can be easily accessed in an emergency.
If you're tired, get off the road and sleep. If you feel sleepy, caffeine can never be a substitute for sleep, nor is loud music or rolling down the windows. Pull over and rest, and stop every two hours for a break out of the car even if you're not feeling sleepy. Don't set out on a trip tired. Change your schedule and get some rest first.
Another important reminder: During the time of the year, when days suddenly get much shorter due to the end of Daylight Saving Time, more pedestrians are out walking in the dark during peak evening traffic hours. "Drivers have to be especially careful now, because pedestrian fatalities have been shown each year to quadruple during the period just after Daylight Saving Time ends," said Jim Rink of AAA Michigan, citing an American Journal of Public Health report. Remember to turn your headlights on by dusk and slow down!
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About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Fred Harteis News Articles - Between 12 midnight and 6 a.m. is the riskiest time for crashes, because there are fewer drivers yet more accidents than any other time of the day. Holidays and vacations may put you in situations where you want to drive through the night to get somewhere, but if you do intend to drive at night, there are some important considerations to keep in mind. Safe night driving requires preparation, alertness, and a heavy dose of common sense.
Make sure your headlights are properly aimed. Check with your car's service manual or a professional for the proper procedure. Also make sure all other lights work.
Keep your headlights and windshield clean. Being able to see other cars and be seen by other drivers helps a lot! If it's bug season, stop and wipe them off at each break.
Don't overdrive your headlights. Especially when driving on smaller roads without reflector strips, follow a four-second rule. Take note of where the far reach of your low beams are, then count four seconds. If you pass that original place in less than four seconds, then you are going too fast. Two to three seconds may be an acceptable range for major highways with reflector strips. Remember that posted speed limits are for driving in daylight with dry road conditions.
Use high beams wisely. The use of high-beam headlights when there isn't oncoming traffic can extend the time that you have to react to hazards. Never use your high beams because the high beams of the oncoming car stay on. This will only increase the chances of a head-on crash.
Don't look at oncoming headlights. Focus on the edges of oncoming traffic and bright objects, as staring directly into headlights can blind you for up to five seconds until your eyes adjust.
Look around. Keep your eyes moving from side to side, rather than focusing only on the centerline and the road ahead, to help your eyes stay adjusted to the dark and avoid falling victim to "highway hypnosis," a state in which reaction time is greatly impaired.
Wear sunglasses during the day. Wearing sunglasses during bright days helps keep your eyes more sensitive for driving in the dark.
Always carry flares or reflectors for a breakdown. Keep them in a place where they can be easily accessed in an emergency.
If you're tired, get off the road and sleep. If you feel sleepy, caffeine can never be a substitute for sleep, nor is loud music or rolling down the windows. Pull over and rest, and stop every two hours for a break out of the car even if you're not feeling sleepy. Don't set out on a trip tired. Change your schedule and get some rest first.
Another important reminder: During the time of the year, when days suddenly get much shorter due to the end of Daylight Saving Time, more pedestrians are out walking in the dark during peak evening traffic hours. "Drivers have to be especially careful now, because pedestrian fatalities have been shown each year to quadruple during the period just after Daylight Saving Time ends," said Jim Rink of AAA Michigan, citing an American Journal of Public Health report. Remember to turn your headlights on by dusk and slow down!
Source: Aol.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Friday, August 11, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - Firefighters, doctors and nurses considered most prestigious jobs
Fred Harteis News Articles - Firefighters, doctors and nurses should hold their heads up high as they head off to work, according to a Harris Interactive poll released Wednesday that found that Americans consider them to have the most prestigious professions.
Sixty-three percent of those surveyed said firefighters have "very great" prestige, followed by doctors at 58 percent, nurses at 55 percent, scientists at 54 percent, teachers at 52 percent and military officers at 51 percent.
Ranking lowest in prestige were the wheeler-and-dealer types: real estate brokers at 6 percent, stockbrokers at 11 percent, and business executives at 11 percent.
Playing a doctor or nurse on TV or the stage also ranked low -- only 12 percent of those polled felt acting has "very great" prestige. And only 16 percent of responders granted "very great" prestige to journalists.
Farmers, a category on the list for the first time this year, found a groundswell of support with 36 percent.
The Harris Interactive Poll measured the public perception of 23 professions, and was conducted by telephone between July 5 and 11 among a nationwide sample of 1,020 adults, with a sampling margin of plus or minus 3 percentage points.
The poll on prestigious professions, which has been conducted since 1977, has seen some interesting shifts over the past 29 years. Teachers have enjoyed the largest surge, rising 23 percentage points in the "very great" category.
Lawyers and scientists have suffered the worst declines, falling 15 and 12 points respectively.
Source: Cnn.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Fred Harteis News Articles - Firefighters, doctors and nurses should hold their heads up high as they head off to work, according to a Harris Interactive poll released Wednesday that found that Americans consider them to have the most prestigious professions.
Sixty-three percent of those surveyed said firefighters have "very great" prestige, followed by doctors at 58 percent, nurses at 55 percent, scientists at 54 percent, teachers at 52 percent and military officers at 51 percent.
Ranking lowest in prestige were the wheeler-and-dealer types: real estate brokers at 6 percent, stockbrokers at 11 percent, and business executives at 11 percent.
Playing a doctor or nurse on TV or the stage also ranked low -- only 12 percent of those polled felt acting has "very great" prestige. And only 16 percent of responders granted "very great" prestige to journalists.
Farmers, a category on the list for the first time this year, found a groundswell of support with 36 percent.
The Harris Interactive Poll measured the public perception of 23 professions, and was conducted by telephone between July 5 and 11 among a nationwide sample of 1,020 adults, with a sampling margin of plus or minus 3 percentage points.
The poll on prestigious professions, which has been conducted since 1977, has seen some interesting shifts over the past 29 years. Teachers have enjoyed the largest surge, rising 23 percentage points in the "very great" category.
Lawyers and scientists have suffered the worst declines, falling 15 and 12 points respectively.
Source: Cnn.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Thursday, August 10, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles – Richest Athletes
Fred Harteis News Articles - Are America's richest athletes growing poorer? For the third year in a row, Sports Illustrated and SI.com set out to discover who the 50 top-earning athletes are. And for the third year in a row, we came to the same conclusion: When it comes to the money game, no one even comes close to Tiger Woods, who has a jaw-dropping $97.6 million in earnings.
But the average wealth of the 50 actually fell by $500,000 since last year's list. The reason? Endorsers are taking fewer chances on athletes and increasingly turning to Hollywood celebrities (No. 2 Phil Mickelson and No. 4 Kobe Bryant are the only others on this list to have a noticeable increase in corporate income).
Here are a list of he top 10:
Tiger Woods - Pro Golf ~ $97,628,024 Tiger's a lock to be sports' first $100 million-a-year man; the 11-time major winner has now exceeded a half-billion in career earnings.
Phil Mickelson - Pro Golf ~ $45,971,710 Double-bogey: Thanks to Lefty's increasing endorsement portfolio, the Fortunate 50 features its first golfing one-two.
Shaquille O'Neal - Heat (NBA) ~ 34,000,000 Guess I'll stay: Shaq couldn't find a taker for his Beach mega-mansion at his $32 million asking price, so he took it off the market.
Kobe Bryant - Lakers (NBA) ~ $33,656,932 Look who's playing second fiddle to Shaq again! Nearly doubled endorsement earnings in royalty payments from the likes of Nike, Sony and Upper Deck.
Carson Palmer - Bengals (NFL) ~ 550,000 Franchise quarterback's nine-year, $119 million contract extension included $24 million in up-front bonus money.
LeBron James - Cavaliers (NBA) ~ $28,621,800 Wait 'til next year: James will earn $5.8 million in salary this upcoming season, the last year of his rookie deal before his extension kicks in.
Derek Jeter - Yankees (MLB) ~ 28,000,000 The Yankee captain headlines 10 Bronx Bombers earning roughly 75 percent of the team's $196 million payroll in '06.
Alex Rodriguez - Yankees (MLB) ~ $27,000,000 A-Rod recently bought an eight-room, 5,000-square foot condo in Trump Park Avenue for a cool $7.5 mil.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. - Auto Racing ~ 761,830 Add in sales of Dale merchandise and income to his racing company and Junior's actual take in '06 is about twice this figure.
Michael Vick - Falcons (NFL) ~ $25,400,000 Falcons maestro is still reaping the benefits of the 10-year, $130 million contract extension he signed in 2004.
To see the complete list of Top 50 Richest Athletes click here: Sports Illustrated
Source: Sports Illustrated.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Fred Harteis News Articles - Are America's richest athletes growing poorer? For the third year in a row, Sports Illustrated and SI.com set out to discover who the 50 top-earning athletes are. And for the third year in a row, we came to the same conclusion: When it comes to the money game, no one even comes close to Tiger Woods, who has a jaw-dropping $97.6 million in earnings.
But the average wealth of the 50 actually fell by $500,000 since last year's list. The reason? Endorsers are taking fewer chances on athletes and increasingly turning to Hollywood celebrities (No. 2 Phil Mickelson and No. 4 Kobe Bryant are the only others on this list to have a noticeable increase in corporate income).
Here are a list of he top 10:
Tiger Woods - Pro Golf ~ $97,628,024 Tiger's a lock to be sports' first $100 million-a-year man; the 11-time major winner has now exceeded a half-billion in career earnings.
Phil Mickelson - Pro Golf ~ $45,971,710 Double-bogey: Thanks to Lefty's increasing endorsement portfolio, the Fortunate 50 features its first golfing one-two.
Shaquille O'Neal - Heat (NBA) ~ 34,000,000 Guess I'll stay: Shaq couldn't find a taker for his Beach mega-mansion at his $32 million asking price, so he took it off the market.
Kobe Bryant - Lakers (NBA) ~ $33,656,932 Look who's playing second fiddle to Shaq again! Nearly doubled endorsement earnings in royalty payments from the likes of Nike, Sony and Upper Deck.
Carson Palmer - Bengals (NFL) ~ 550,000 Franchise quarterback's nine-year, $119 million contract extension included $24 million in up-front bonus money.
LeBron James - Cavaliers (NBA) ~ $28,621,800 Wait 'til next year: James will earn $5.8 million in salary this upcoming season, the last year of his rookie deal before his extension kicks in.
Derek Jeter - Yankees (MLB) ~ 28,000,000 The Yankee captain headlines 10 Bronx Bombers earning roughly 75 percent of the team's $196 million payroll in '06.
Alex Rodriguez - Yankees (MLB) ~ $27,000,000 A-Rod recently bought an eight-room, 5,000-square foot condo in Trump Park Avenue for a cool $7.5 mil.
Dale Earnhardt Jr. - Auto Racing ~ 761,830 Add in sales of Dale merchandise and income to his racing company and Junior's actual take in '06 is about twice this figure.
Michael Vick - Falcons (NFL) ~ $25,400,000 Falcons maestro is still reaping the benefits of the 10-year, $130 million contract extension he signed in 2004.
To see the complete list of Top 50 Richest Athletes click here: Sports Illustrated
Source: Sports Illustrated.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Wednesday, August 09, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - Saving for College
Fred Harteis News Articles - If they gave out scholarships just for being wonderful, no doubt your child would have all the money she needs for college. But, in reality, the competition for scholarships (merit-based and need-based money you don’t have to pay back) and grants (need-based money you don’t have to pay back) is fierce, so you’re better off not relying on them as a source of income. “Not unless your kid is in the sixth grade and is seven feet already and can dunk the basketball — or plays Carnegie Hall,” says Joseph Hurley, founder of the financial-information website Savingforcollege.com. While you might consider using retirement funds for your children’s education, think carefully about that before forgoing plans geared specifically for college, you cannot easily borrow from your 401(k), and you might have to pay income tax on money you take out of an IRA prematurely. So shoulder the burden of college bills by putting money in one (or several) of the following three most popular plans.
529 Plans
Named after the Internal Revenue Code Section 529, 529s are state-run, tax-advantaged college savings accounts. At least one — or, in most cases, two — are operated by every state. They come in two varieties: a prepaid tuition plan and a savings plan — both tax-free when you withdraw the money for college. Neither 529 plan limits how much you can contribute annually, although they both have an overall limit, which can be as much as $300,000 per beneficiary. And the money is tax-free when you use it for education (but be warned: Tax laws can change).
Keep in mind that if you don’t use the money for college, there are penalties. “If you think there is a decent chance this money is not going to be used for college, then a 529 is probably not the vehicle for you,” says Kathy Kristof, author of Taming the Tuition Tiger: Getting the Money to Graduate With 529 Plans, Scholarships, Financial Aid and More. And each state (or the broker hired by the state to manage the plan) charges fees for opening and maintaining an account, as well as for many other investment activities. Sometimes those fees make the effort less worth your while.
Both Kristof and Hurley recommend that when you start shopping for a 529 (compare them all at Savingforcollege.com), you start by looking at your own state’s plans. You’re not required to enroll in your local option, and sometimes it’s not the best one out there. Investment options, fees, restrictions, and plan performance all vary, so do a little comparison shopping (in and out of state) before signing up.
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About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Fred Harteis News Articles - If they gave out scholarships just for being wonderful, no doubt your child would have all the money she needs for college. But, in reality, the competition for scholarships (merit-based and need-based money you don’t have to pay back) and grants (need-based money you don’t have to pay back) is fierce, so you’re better off not relying on them as a source of income. “Not unless your kid is in the sixth grade and is seven feet already and can dunk the basketball — or plays Carnegie Hall,” says Joseph Hurley, founder of the financial-information website Savingforcollege.com. While you might consider using retirement funds for your children’s education, think carefully about that before forgoing plans geared specifically for college, you cannot easily borrow from your 401(k), and you might have to pay income tax on money you take out of an IRA prematurely. So shoulder the burden of college bills by putting money in one (or several) of the following three most popular plans.
529 Plans
Named after the Internal Revenue Code Section 529, 529s are state-run, tax-advantaged college savings accounts. At least one — or, in most cases, two — are operated by every state. They come in two varieties: a prepaid tuition plan and a savings plan — both tax-free when you withdraw the money for college. Neither 529 plan limits how much you can contribute annually, although they both have an overall limit, which can be as much as $300,000 per beneficiary. And the money is tax-free when you use it for education (but be warned: Tax laws can change).
Keep in mind that if you don’t use the money for college, there are penalties. “If you think there is a decent chance this money is not going to be used for college, then a 529 is probably not the vehicle for you,” says Kathy Kristof, author of Taming the Tuition Tiger: Getting the Money to Graduate With 529 Plans, Scholarships, Financial Aid and More. And each state (or the broker hired by the state to manage the plan) charges fees for opening and maintaining an account, as well as for many other investment activities. Sometimes those fees make the effort less worth your while.
Both Kristof and Hurley recommend that when you start shopping for a 529 (compare them all at Savingforcollege.com), you start by looking at your own state’s plans. You’re not required to enroll in your local option, and sometimes it’s not the best one out there. Investment options, fees, restrictions, and plan performance all vary, so do a little comparison shopping (in and out of state) before signing up.
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About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Tuesday, August 08, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles : Mazzante Fessler – Quick Leadership Quotes
Fred Harteis News Articles - Louis Mazzante and Lee Fessler – Being a good leader means giving people direction and letting them find their own way to produce good results.
Don't tell people how to do things, tell them what to do and let them surprise you with their results.
~ George S. Patton
One of the most complicated military men of all time, General George Smith Patton, Jr. was born November 11, 1885 in San Gabriel, California. He was known for carrying pistols with ivory handles and his intemperate manner, and is regarded as one of the most successful United States field commanders of any war.
About Lou Mazzante and Lee Fessler: Lou and Jean Mazzante lead MIMS. Lou and Jean Mazzante attribute their entrepreneurial success to hard work and being able to learn business proven leadership principles and mentorship. Lee and Linda Fessler lead Fessler International. Lee and Linda have created many successful business ventures.
Fred Harteis News Articles - Louis Mazzante and Lee Fessler – Being a good leader means giving people direction and letting them find their own way to produce good results.
Don't tell people how to do things, tell them what to do and let them surprise you with their results.
~ George S. Patton
One of the most complicated military men of all time, General George Smith Patton, Jr. was born November 11, 1885 in San Gabriel, California. He was known for carrying pistols with ivory handles and his intemperate manner, and is regarded as one of the most successful United States field commanders of any war.
About Lou Mazzante and Lee Fessler: Lou and Jean Mazzante lead MIMS. Lou and Jean Mazzante attribute their entrepreneurial success to hard work and being able to learn business proven leadership principles and mentorship. Lee and Linda Fessler lead Fessler International. Lee and Linda have created many successful business ventures.
Monday, August 07, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - Traveling with the Family? Ten Tips to Make the Trip Easier
Fred Harteis News Articles - You used to love to travel, but that was before the family. Back then it seemed easier. Let's face it, as soon as you start traveling with someone else things inevitably get more complicated, a bit slower and more stressful. Now try it with kids! The following tips can help take the edge off.
1. Time your trip. Plan your departure so it coincides with their sleep schedule or naptime. When flying aim for a late-night or red-eye flight. If you're driving leave before dawn to start your journey before the kids rise.
2. Most kids love adventure. Turn your next road trip to visit relatives into an exciting excursion to another place. Let them hold the map and follow the highlighted path along the way. If you're flying let them read about the destination and look at the flight path ahead of time.
3. Let them help. If they are old enough, encourage them to take responsibility for packing, thinking about what they will need at that destination, and toting their own bags. Kids generally enjoy feeling "adult." Let them select a favorite toy to take--it can provide comfort in unfamiliar surroundings.
4. Bring it with you. Pack compact items that you may need for your infants and toddlers in your carry-on or in the car. Plastic baggies are handy--you don't have to bring the entire container, but they'll help you keep items neat, clean, and organized. Also be sure to have a change of clothes for both you and your infant in case you have a messy incident. If flying, remember to take extra bottles and/or pacifiers for take-off and landing. When traveling take an umbrella stroller which is light and takes up much less room than the bigger one. Plus, on flights, it can be stored on board as opposed to checked.
5. Be prepared for emergencies. Have a small emergency medical kit with items such as sun block, insect repellant, children's pain reliever, a thermometer, anti-bacterial ointment, band-aids, sanitary wipes, and ipecac. If you have an infant, it's wise to bring actual baby bottles of water ready to be mixed just in case you don't have access to clean water.
6. Pack (healthy) snacks. GORP, carrots, crackers, regular and dried fruit, nuts, and chips are all relatively easy to eat on the road and kids tend to get hungrier more often than adults. Healthy nibbles will help stave off hunger-induced irritability. When flying, gum, candy, or a pacifier is helpful at take-off and landing to assist in equalizing the changing pressure in kids' ears.
7. Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of fluids to keep hydrated while flying. This helps the body adjust to the altitude and any time changes. Avoid caffeine and alcohol, which tend to dehydrate. In a car staying hydrated is also a must.
8. Keep them occupied. A VCR in the car or a DVD on a plane can go a long way to entertain and stop the kids from thinking about being confined.
9. Document the trip. Suggest that an older child act as the family documentary maker. Give them a disposable or digital camera for the trip and encourage them to keep a travel journal. When you get back they can put together a travel log of the family journey.
10. Expend energy. Whether at a roadside rest stop, town green, or the airport allow and encourage your kids to expend their pent-up energy. In the airport try stretching exercises while waiting for the plane--they might help your kids to sit still for the duration of the trip.
Source: Cnn.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Fred Harteis News Articles - You used to love to travel, but that was before the family. Back then it seemed easier. Let's face it, as soon as you start traveling with someone else things inevitably get more complicated, a bit slower and more stressful. Now try it with kids! The following tips can help take the edge off.
1. Time your trip. Plan your departure so it coincides with their sleep schedule or naptime. When flying aim for a late-night or red-eye flight. If you're driving leave before dawn to start your journey before the kids rise.
2. Most kids love adventure. Turn your next road trip to visit relatives into an exciting excursion to another place. Let them hold the map and follow the highlighted path along the way. If you're flying let them read about the destination and look at the flight path ahead of time.
3. Let them help. If they are old enough, encourage them to take responsibility for packing, thinking about what they will need at that destination, and toting their own bags. Kids generally enjoy feeling "adult." Let them select a favorite toy to take--it can provide comfort in unfamiliar surroundings.
4. Bring it with you. Pack compact items that you may need for your infants and toddlers in your carry-on or in the car. Plastic baggies are handy--you don't have to bring the entire container, but they'll help you keep items neat, clean, and organized. Also be sure to have a change of clothes for both you and your infant in case you have a messy incident. If flying, remember to take extra bottles and/or pacifiers for take-off and landing. When traveling take an umbrella stroller which is light and takes up much less room than the bigger one. Plus, on flights, it can be stored on board as opposed to checked.
5. Be prepared for emergencies. Have a small emergency medical kit with items such as sun block, insect repellant, children's pain reliever, a thermometer, anti-bacterial ointment, band-aids, sanitary wipes, and ipecac. If you have an infant, it's wise to bring actual baby bottles of water ready to be mixed just in case you don't have access to clean water.
6. Pack (healthy) snacks. GORP, carrots, crackers, regular and dried fruit, nuts, and chips are all relatively easy to eat on the road and kids tend to get hungrier more often than adults. Healthy nibbles will help stave off hunger-induced irritability. When flying, gum, candy, or a pacifier is helpful at take-off and landing to assist in equalizing the changing pressure in kids' ears.
7. Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of fluids to keep hydrated while flying. This helps the body adjust to the altitude and any time changes. Avoid caffeine and alcohol, which tend to dehydrate. In a car staying hydrated is also a must.
8. Keep them occupied. A VCR in the car or a DVD on a plane can go a long way to entertain and stop the kids from thinking about being confined.
9. Document the trip. Suggest that an older child act as the family documentary maker. Give them a disposable or digital camera for the trip and encourage them to keep a travel journal. When you get back they can put together a travel log of the family journey.
10. Expend energy. Whether at a roadside rest stop, town green, or the airport allow and encourage your kids to expend their pent-up energy. In the airport try stretching exercises while waiting for the plane--they might help your kids to sit still for the duration of the trip.
Source: Cnn.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Sunday, August 06, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - How men and women use their time
Fred Harteis News Articles - Working women are spending about an hour more doing housework and taking care of family members each day than working men do, according to a new report released by the Department of Labor. At the same time, men are putting in more hours at work.
The recently released "American Time Use Survey", based on U.S. Census Bureau interviews with 21,000 people on their activities during one 24-hour period last year, is the government's first comprehensive study revealing how Americans spend their time. The survey analyzes what we do with our time: working, caring for others, caring for ourselves, caring our homes, shopping, relaxing, and keeping in touch with others.
In percentage terms, the areas where working women and men differ the most are housework and taking care of family members. On average, about 84 percent of women and 63 percent of men spent time on housework. In terms of hours logged, working women do almost twice the amount of childcare as working men-44 minutes versus 23 minutes. These working women also spent significantly more time, almost 50 percent, shopping.
The study seems to show that dual income families continue to follow the traditional husband-wife roles, with the wife continuing to take greater responsibility for the maternal role - spending about an hour and 20 minutes more each day maintaining the home and family, and about an hour less at work. "The results of the study are hardly surprising," says Lena Bottos, senior compensation analyst at Salary.com. "Women have made headway over the years in becoming equals in the workplace, however they are still primarily responsible for traditional housewife duties."
Some mothers have made the interesting observation that having children may help them become more effective at the office because having a child forces you to learn how to get things done quickly and efficiently. "It's about multi-tasking. Multi-tasking is an unavoidable part of the equation when you are a mother," says Lisa Callahan, a working mother and employee at a New England business services company. Now that she has a baby, she spends slightly fewer hours at work but makes the most of the time she is there. "When you've washed the dishes, set the table, done the laundry, put 'Barney' on, cooked dinner, and changed diapers all while making sure the two-year old isn't jumping off the coffee table, a day at work is nothing," says Callahan. She is convinced that because of what she has learned dealing with parenthood, her "productivity on the job is way up from before."
Most men we talked with shrugged off the difference between the genders in time spent working. Kevin McCarthy, a dad who works more than eight-hours a day, says, "I think it all evens out in the end and it really just matters if you're getting your work done." Although this sentiment is shared by many, Bill Coleman reminds us that "7.1 hours per day is about 12% less than 8 hours per day. This difference in time at work is reflected in the average pay for women versus men."
The average hours per day spent working-8.0 for men, 7.1 for women-took some by surprise. What about those 10-hour days they have been putting in, they reasoned? In fact, while studies from the Bureau of Labor Statistics acknowledge that the rolls of workers putting in many more hours a day have increased, so too has the number of workers putting in fewer hours. This has left the averages generally unchanged.
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About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Fred Harteis News Articles - Working women are spending about an hour more doing housework and taking care of family members each day than working men do, according to a new report released by the Department of Labor. At the same time, men are putting in more hours at work.
The recently released "American Time Use Survey", based on U.S. Census Bureau interviews with 21,000 people on their activities during one 24-hour period last year, is the government's first comprehensive study revealing how Americans spend their time. The survey analyzes what we do with our time: working, caring for others, caring for ourselves, caring our homes, shopping, relaxing, and keeping in touch with others.
In percentage terms, the areas where working women and men differ the most are housework and taking care of family members. On average, about 84 percent of women and 63 percent of men spent time on housework. In terms of hours logged, working women do almost twice the amount of childcare as working men-44 minutes versus 23 minutes. These working women also spent significantly more time, almost 50 percent, shopping.
The study seems to show that dual income families continue to follow the traditional husband-wife roles, with the wife continuing to take greater responsibility for the maternal role - spending about an hour and 20 minutes more each day maintaining the home and family, and about an hour less at work. "The results of the study are hardly surprising," says Lena Bottos, senior compensation analyst at Salary.com. "Women have made headway over the years in becoming equals in the workplace, however they are still primarily responsible for traditional housewife duties."
Some mothers have made the interesting observation that having children may help them become more effective at the office because having a child forces you to learn how to get things done quickly and efficiently. "It's about multi-tasking. Multi-tasking is an unavoidable part of the equation when you are a mother," says Lisa Callahan, a working mother and employee at a New England business services company. Now that she has a baby, she spends slightly fewer hours at work but makes the most of the time she is there. "When you've washed the dishes, set the table, done the laundry, put 'Barney' on, cooked dinner, and changed diapers all while making sure the two-year old isn't jumping off the coffee table, a day at work is nothing," says Callahan. She is convinced that because of what she has learned dealing with parenthood, her "productivity on the job is way up from before."
Most men we talked with shrugged off the difference between the genders in time spent working. Kevin McCarthy, a dad who works more than eight-hours a day, says, "I think it all evens out in the end and it really just matters if you're getting your work done." Although this sentiment is shared by many, Bill Coleman reminds us that "7.1 hours per day is about 12% less than 8 hours per day. This difference in time at work is reflected in the average pay for women versus men."
The average hours per day spent working-8.0 for men, 7.1 for women-took some by surprise. What about those 10-hour days they have been putting in, they reasoned? In fact, while studies from the Bureau of Labor Statistics acknowledge that the rolls of workers putting in many more hours a day have increased, so too has the number of workers putting in fewer hours. This has left the averages generally unchanged.
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About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Friday, August 04, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles – Quick Success Quote
Fred Harteis News Articles – Being Enthusiastic and persistence in life is a great formula for success.
Flaming enthusiasm, backed by horse sense and persistence, is the quality that most frequently makes for success.
~ Dale Carnegie
Dale Carnegie Profile ~ Self Help Expert - Author
Born : USA - 1888
Famous for : "How to Win Friends and Influence People", Self Help Author,
Founder of the Dale Carnegie Training Institute
Died: USA - 1955
Fred Harteis and Linda Harteis are members of the IBOAI
Trade Association Facts:
IBOAI, the official trade association of Business Owners (Ibo’s), serves and protects the business interests of independent business owners. Association leadership includes Greg Duncan, Don Wilson, Billy Florence, Jody Victor.
About Diamond leadership: Billy Florence leads Team DCI International and founded Billy Florence’ Equad News . Fred Harteis owns Harteis International. Randy Haugen and Don Wilson lead Legacy Business Group. Jody Victor is founder of Markerman Productions.
Ron Puryear WWDB and Greg Duncan lead WWDB World Wide Dream Builders.
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Fred Harteis News Articles – Being Enthusiastic and persistence in life is a great formula for success.
Flaming enthusiasm, backed by horse sense and persistence, is the quality that most frequently makes for success.
~ Dale Carnegie
Dale Carnegie Profile ~ Self Help Expert - Author
Born : USA - 1888
Famous for : "How to Win Friends and Influence People", Self Help Author,
Founder of the Dale Carnegie Training Institute
Died: USA - 1955
Fred Harteis and Linda Harteis are members of the IBOAI
Trade Association Facts:
IBOAI, the official trade association of Business Owners (Ibo’s), serves and protects the business interests of independent business owners. Association leadership includes Greg Duncan, Don Wilson, Billy Florence, Jody Victor.
About Diamond leadership: Billy Florence leads Team DCI International and founded Billy Florence’ Equad News . Fred Harteis owns Harteis International. Randy Haugen and Don Wilson lead Legacy Business Group. Jody Victor is founder of Markerman Productions.
Ron Puryear WWDB and Greg Duncan lead WWDB World Wide Dream Builders.
© provided to Fred Harteis web blog by Esource Business News
Fred Harteis News Articles - Ohmigod, teens are so over e-mail!
Fred Harteis News Articles - E-mail is so, like, 2005. Just ask the kids: A recent ComScore Media Metrix report shows teen usage of Web-based e-mail dropped 8 percent last year.
In search of a faster, more fluid way to communicate with friends, today's so-called "instant generation" is turning to text messaging and IM instead.
The growing trend spells good news for mobile operators, who last year raked in $70 billion in text messaging revenues worldwide, according to technology research firm Gartner.
But it could spell big trouble for Web portals, which depend on e-mail for much of their traffic. According to Hitwise, a research company that tracks Web traffic, Yahoo and Microsoft got more traffic to their e-mail Web sites than their main portal pages.
With charges of up to 15 cents per outgoing and incoming message, it's no surprise wireless network operators are making lots of money from the billions of emoticon-packed text messages young users churn out on their cell phones each year.
Among parents, text-message charges are controversial, if only for the end-of-the-month shock when they receive their bill. But to their credit, mobile operators have gotten smarter about the way they charge young customers for text messages - many are now pushing affordable monthly plans, instead of the more traditional (and pricey) pay-per-message fees.
Texts are for kids
"If I want to send quick messages to my friends, I text," says Bruhis in a rare phone call. "E-mails are more for work and school."
Bruhis isn't alone. According to a recent Pew Internet & American Life Project report on teens and technology, nearly two-thirds of teen owners of cell phones use text messaging.
Getting the instant message, too
And when kids aren't on cell phones, they're probably using instant messaging instead of e-mail. The same Pew report found that 46 percent of teens who are online chose IM over e-mail as their preferred method of written communication with friends.
Text messaging and instant messaging sound pretty similar - and in fact, they're converging on cell phones, creating another way for wireless carriers to profit. Many also offer young customers mobile versions of IM services like AIM, MSN and Yahoo Messenger. Often, these are being marketed in the form of monthly plans as well.
"I really don't think e-mail's going to disappear anytime soon," says Madden. "But for social interactions, it's definitely no longer the bread and butter for teens."
Source: Cnn.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Fred Harteis News Articles - E-mail is so, like, 2005. Just ask the kids: A recent ComScore Media Metrix report shows teen usage of Web-based e-mail dropped 8 percent last year.
In search of a faster, more fluid way to communicate with friends, today's so-called "instant generation" is turning to text messaging and IM instead.
The growing trend spells good news for mobile operators, who last year raked in $70 billion in text messaging revenues worldwide, according to technology research firm Gartner.
But it could spell big trouble for Web portals, which depend on e-mail for much of their traffic. According to Hitwise, a research company that tracks Web traffic, Yahoo and Microsoft got more traffic to their e-mail Web sites than their main portal pages.
With charges of up to 15 cents per outgoing and incoming message, it's no surprise wireless network operators are making lots of money from the billions of emoticon-packed text messages young users churn out on their cell phones each year.
Among parents, text-message charges are controversial, if only for the end-of-the-month shock when they receive their bill. But to their credit, mobile operators have gotten smarter about the way they charge young customers for text messages - many are now pushing affordable monthly plans, instead of the more traditional (and pricey) pay-per-message fees.
Texts are for kids
"If I want to send quick messages to my friends, I text," says Bruhis in a rare phone call. "E-mails are more for work and school."
Bruhis isn't alone. According to a recent Pew Internet & American Life Project report on teens and technology, nearly two-thirds of teen owners of cell phones use text messaging.
Getting the instant message, too
And when kids aren't on cell phones, they're probably using instant messaging instead of e-mail. The same Pew report found that 46 percent of teens who are online chose IM over e-mail as their preferred method of written communication with friends.
Text messaging and instant messaging sound pretty similar - and in fact, they're converging on cell phones, creating another way for wireless carriers to profit. Many also offer young customers mobile versions of IM services like AIM, MSN and Yahoo Messenger. Often, these are being marketed in the form of monthly plans as well.
"I really don't think e-mail's going to disappear anytime soon," says Madden. "But for social interactions, it's definitely no longer the bread and butter for teens."
Source: Cnn.com
About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Thursday, August 03, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - Wasted Time At Work Still Costing Companies Billions in 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - Time wasted by employees at work is down from 2005, but it is still costing companies billions in 2006. According to the 2nd annual survey by America Online and Salary.com, the average worker admits to squandering 1.86 hours per 8-hour workday, not including lunch and scheduled break-time, which is down from 2.09 hours in 2005. As a matter of practice, companies assume a certain amount of wasted time when determining employee pay. However, the 2nd installment of the survey indicates that employees are continuing to waste about twice as much time as their employers expect. Salary.com calculates that employers spend $544 billion per year on salaries for which real work is expected, but none is done.
The biggest distraction for respondents was personal Internet use. 52.0% of the 2,700 people polled cited web surfing as their #1 distraction at work. Socializing with co-workers came in second at 26.3%. Conducting personal business, "spacing out," running errands, and making personal phone calls were the other popular time-wasting activities in the workplace.
Are workers really expected to work 8 hours per day, non-stop? According to a Salary.com follow-up survey of Human Resource managers, companies assume that employees will waste 0.94 hours per day. They take this into account when they do their compensation planning. However, those managers privately suspect that employees waste 1.6 hours per day. In fact, employees admit to wasting 1.86 hours per day. Thus, the gap between what HR suspects and actual time wasted at work is narrowing from 2005 to 2006.
The average yearly American salary is $35,062 per year - or $16.86 per hour. If the average worker wastes .92 hours more than employers suspect, per 8-hour work day, that adds up to $4,030 per year, per worker in wasted salary dollars. So with the current American workforce being 135 million (non-farm) employees, the total in lost salary dollars adds up to $544 billion
per year.
Some employees told us different ways they waste their time at work, such as sleeping, reading, or writing poetry. Other employees bring crossword puzzles to the office. However, staring blankly at the computer screen remains to be quite a popular choice.
So, while you are here reading this article, take some more time to surf the web and look at the Salary Wizard and Personal Salary Report, or maybe socialize with co-workers. Just remember to keep an eye on the clock!
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About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Fred Harteis News Articles - Time wasted by employees at work is down from 2005, but it is still costing companies billions in 2006. According to the 2nd annual survey by America Online and Salary.com, the average worker admits to squandering 1.86 hours per 8-hour workday, not including lunch and scheduled break-time, which is down from 2.09 hours in 2005. As a matter of practice, companies assume a certain amount of wasted time when determining employee pay. However, the 2nd installment of the survey indicates that employees are continuing to waste about twice as much time as their employers expect. Salary.com calculates that employers spend $544 billion per year on salaries for which real work is expected, but none is done.
The biggest distraction for respondents was personal Internet use. 52.0% of the 2,700 people polled cited web surfing as their #1 distraction at work. Socializing with co-workers came in second at 26.3%. Conducting personal business, "spacing out," running errands, and making personal phone calls were the other popular time-wasting activities in the workplace.
Are workers really expected to work 8 hours per day, non-stop? According to a Salary.com follow-up survey of Human Resource managers, companies assume that employees will waste 0.94 hours per day. They take this into account when they do their compensation planning. However, those managers privately suspect that employees waste 1.6 hours per day. In fact, employees admit to wasting 1.86 hours per day. Thus, the gap between what HR suspects and actual time wasted at work is narrowing from 2005 to 2006.
The average yearly American salary is $35,062 per year - or $16.86 per hour. If the average worker wastes .92 hours more than employers suspect, per 8-hour work day, that adds up to $4,030 per year, per worker in wasted salary dollars. So with the current American workforce being 135 million (non-farm) employees, the total in lost salary dollars adds up to $544 billion
per year.
Some employees told us different ways they waste their time at work, such as sleeping, reading, or writing poetry. Other employees bring crossword puzzles to the office. However, staring blankly at the computer screen remains to be quite a popular choice.
So, while you are here reading this article, take some more time to surf the web and look at the Salary Wizard and Personal Salary Report, or maybe socialize with co-workers. Just remember to keep an eye on the clock!
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About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Wednesday, August 02, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - Should You Work for Uncle Sam?
Fred Harteis News Articles - The nation's largest employer wants YOU. Due to an increasingly aging workforce, the federal government is going on a hiring spree -- especially among the 20-something crowd. Experts say about 44% of federal civil servants are eligible for retirement within the next five years, meaning there's a heck of a lot of job openings for younger workers to fill.
Recently, the federal government hired more workers between the ages of 20 and 24 than from any other age group, according to the Partnership for Public Service, a non-profit organization that educates the public about jobs in government. With one of the sweetest benefits packages around, Uncle Sam is aiming to lure prospective employees. But should you bite? After all, doesn't working for the government mean making a pittance at a mundane job in a soulless federal building?
Don't write off Uncle Sam just yet. Sure, there's some truth to the stereotype, but perhaps less than you think. Consider this: The rate of people voluntarily quitting their federal government jobs is only one-fourth the rate of resignations in the private sector, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. In other words, government workers seem much more satisfied with their jobs.
And there are plenty of work environments besides office buildings -- some federal workers serve in national parks, hospitals, kitchens and laboratories. The government employs workers in a variety of fields from accounting to zoology, and plays a major role in any key issue facing the nation today from the environment to terrorism to the growing elderly population. And while a large number of federal employees work in the Washington, D.C., area, there are plenty of jobs available across the country, with high concentrations in Norfolk, Va., Baltimore, Philadelphia, Atlanta and San Diego, to name a few.
Right now, the hottest government jobs are in security and enforcement (including criminal investigators, security guards and airport screeners); medical and public health (including physicians, nurses, pharmacists and medical technicians); and engineering and sciences (including microbiologists, chemists, astronomers and veterinarians), according to the Partnership for Public Service.
As for the stereotype of being underpaid, there is some truth to that myth. Entry-level jobs in particular may pay less in the federal government than in the private sector, depending on your education and skill level. But on average, that salary discrepancy can even out overtime and, depending on the field, some government workers actually average higher earnings than private-sector employees, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics and Office of Personnel Management.
Getting in the door also can be challenging, says Stier, which seems counterintuitive to the big push to replace retiring workers. "The government hasn't been in the business of hiring for quite some time," says Stier, so the system isn't quite up to date. Job listings are now available online at USAJobs.gov, and student opportunities are listed at StudentJobs.gov. But the application and hiring process can still take a while as you jump through bureaucratic hoops.
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About Fred Harteis: Fred Harteis leads Harteis International. Fred Harteis has a background in agriculture and has created many successful business ventures.
Fred Harteis News Articles - The nation's largest employer wants YOU. Due to an increasingly aging workforce, the federal government is going on a hiring spree -- especially among the 20-something crowd. Experts say about 44% of federal civil servants are eligible for retirement within the next five years, meaning there's a heck of a lot of job openings for younger workers to fill.
Recently, the federal government hired more workers between the ages of 20 and 24 than from any other age group, according to the Partnership for Public Service, a non-profit organization that educates the public about jobs in government. With one of the sweetest benefits packages around, Uncle Sam is aiming to lure prospective employees. But should you bite? After all, doesn't working for the government mean making a pittance at a mundane job in a soulless federal building?
Don't write off Uncle Sam just yet. Sure, there's some truth to the stereotype, but perhaps less than you think. Consider this: The rate of people voluntarily quitting their federal government jobs is only one-fourth the rate of resignations in the private sector, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. In other words, government workers seem much more satisfied with their jobs.
And there are plenty of work environments besides office buildings -- some federal workers serve in national parks, hospitals, kitchens and laboratories. The government employs workers in a variety of fields from accounting to zoology, and plays a major role in any key issue facing the nation today from the environment to terrorism to the growing elderly population. And while a large number of federal employees work in the Washington, D.C., area, there are plenty of jobs available across the country, with high concentrations in Norfolk, Va., Baltimore, Philadelphia, Atlanta and San Diego, to name a few.
Right now, the hottest government jobs are in security and enforcement (including criminal investigators, security guards and airport screeners); medical and public health (including physicians, nurses, pharmacists and medical technicians); and engineering and sciences (including microbiologists, chemists, astronomers and veterinarians), according to the Partnership for Public Service.
As for the stereotype of being underpaid, there is some truth to that myth. Entry-level jobs in particular may pay less in the federal government than in the private sector, depending on your education and skill level. But on average, that salary discrepancy can even out overtime and, depending on the field, some government workers actually average higher earnings than private-sector employees, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics and Office of Personnel Management.
Getting in the door also can be challenging, says Stier, which seems counterintuitive to the big push to replace retiring workers. "The government hasn't been in the business of hiring for quite some time," says Stier, so the system isn't quite up to date. Job listings are now available online at USAJobs.gov, and student opportunities are listed at StudentJobs.gov. But the application and hiring process can still take a while as you jump through bureaucratic hoops.
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Tuesday, August 01, 2006
Fred Harteis News Articles - Gibson: 'I am not an anti-Semite'
Fred Harteis News Articles - Actor-director Mel Gibson apologized for making anti-Semitic remarks during his drunken driving arrest last week, saying the comments were "blurted out in a moment of insanity."
Gibson's second apology in the case came as inTouch Weekly published pictures it said were from the night of the arrest. According to The Associated Press, witnesses said Gibson had been drinking at a Malibu beachfront restaurant called Moonshadows before his car was stopped.
"There is no excuse, nor should there be any tolerance, for anyone who thinks or expresses any kind of anti-Semitic remark," Gibson said in a statement issued by his publicist. "I want to apologize specifically to everyone in the Jewish community for the vitriolic and harmful words that I said to a law enforcement officer the night I was arrested on a DUI charge."
In the statement, Gibson said, "Please know from my heart that I am not an anti-Semite. I am not a bigot."
Gibson, the director of 1995's Oscar-winning "Braveheart" and 2004's controversial "The Passion of the Christ," was picked up by Los Angeles County sheriff's deputies early Friday with a blood-alcohol level of 0.12 percent, the department said. California's legal limit is 0.08.
During his arrest, Gibson asked the arresting deputy whether he was a Jew and said, "F---ing Jews. The Jews are responsible for all the wars in the world," according to a sheriff's report obtained by the entertainment Web site TMZ.com.
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Fred Harteis News Articles - Actor-director Mel Gibson apologized for making anti-Semitic remarks during his drunken driving arrest last week, saying the comments were "blurted out in a moment of insanity."
Gibson's second apology in the case came as inTouch Weekly published pictures it said were from the night of the arrest. According to The Associated Press, witnesses said Gibson had been drinking at a Malibu beachfront restaurant called Moonshadows before his car was stopped.
"There is no excuse, nor should there be any tolerance, for anyone who thinks or expresses any kind of anti-Semitic remark," Gibson said in a statement issued by his publicist. "I want to apologize specifically to everyone in the Jewish community for the vitriolic and harmful words that I said to a law enforcement officer the night I was arrested on a DUI charge."
In the statement, Gibson said, "Please know from my heart that I am not an anti-Semite. I am not a bigot."
Gibson, the director of 1995's Oscar-winning "Braveheart" and 2004's controversial "The Passion of the Christ," was picked up by Los Angeles County sheriff's deputies early Friday with a blood-alcohol level of 0.12 percent, the department said. California's legal limit is 0.08.
During his arrest, Gibson asked the arresting deputy whether he was a Jew and said, "F---ing Jews. The Jews are responsible for all the wars in the world," according to a sheriff's report obtained by the entertainment Web site TMZ.com.
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