TIPS TO CHOOSE A RIGHT CAREER
To choose the right career, it is necessary to know your idea of achievement for your future. The initial years of your job are considered to be the most crucial to your choice of a career, as they help you to understand whether you will be able to succeed in your chosen field of work.
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The following tips will help you select the right career:
o Know the career scope: Every job has its opportunities and limitations. So, it is important to know the scope of a job that you wish to pursue. Try to figure out the power and position attached to the job. You should also know about the salary and the areas where you can incorporate your creativity.
o Make a list of skills: Make a list of all the skills required in a particular field of work and those you possess. Then match them and check if you qualify for the job. The skills required for a particular job forms an essential part of your potential of succeeding in any particular field. Skills required may include educational qualifications, knowledge of operating different machines and software, certifications, diplomas or knowledge of a foreign language.
o Read: In order to know more about a job, you should read lots of books related to the career and its scope. It helps in evaluating your own inclination towards the job. If you are struggling with too many options, reading about those career options will help you clear your mind and choose the most appropriate one. Besides reading, you can also participate in seminars and conferences, helping you explore job opportunities.
o Take an internship: Internships help give you a more realistic and clear picture about the various requirements of a job. Taking an internship will help you develop contacts that may help you in boosting your career in the future. It will also enable you to develop your interest in a specific field.
Steps to choosing a successful career:
The process of selecting a career can be divided into the following stages:
Self-assessment forms the first step in choosing a career option. It helps you understand your own abilities and areas for improvement. You can also learn more about your abilities and focus on your goals. Additionally, you will gradually understand what you want to achieve from your career.
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Once you are through with self-assessment of your skills and interests, you can begin setting goals. This is a practical stage where you need to plan authentically without any assumptions or superficial beliefs. This should be an effective reality check on your potential for success
CRK
From India, Vijayawada
44To choose the right career, it is necessary to know your idea of achievement for your future. The initial years of your job are considered to be the most crucial to your choice of a career, as they help you to understand whether you will be able to succeed in your chosen field of work.
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The following tips will help you select the right career:
o Know the career scope: Every job has its opportunities and limitations. So, it is important to know the scope of a job that you wish to pursue. Try to figure out the power and position attached to the job. You should also know about the salary and the areas where you can incorporate your creativity.
o Make a list of skills: Make a list of all the skills required in a particular field of work and those you possess. Then match them and check if you qualify for the job. The skills required for a particular job forms an essential part of your potential of succeeding in any particular field. Skills required may include educational qualifications, knowledge of operating different machines and software, certifications, diplomas or knowledge of a foreign language.
o Read: In order to know more about a job, you should read lots of books related to the career and its scope. It helps in evaluating your own inclination towards the job. If you are struggling with too many options, reading about those career options will help you clear your mind and choose the most appropriate one. Besides reading, you can also participate in seminars and conferences, helping you explore job opportunities.
o Take an internship: Internships help give you a more realistic and clear picture about the various requirements of a job. Taking an internship will help you develop contacts that may help you in boosting your career in the future. It will also enable you to develop your interest in a specific field.
Steps to choosing a successful career:
The process of selecting a career can be divided into the following stages:
Self-assessment forms the first step in choosing a career option. It helps you understand your own abilities and areas for improvement. You can also learn more about your abilities and focus on your goals. Additionally, you will gradually understand what you want to achieve from your career.
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Once you are through with self-assessment of your skills and interests, you can begin setting goals. This is a practical stage where you need to plan authentically without any assumptions or superficial beliefs. This should be an effective reality check on your potential for success
CRK
From India, Vijayawada
TIPS FOR CREATING AN EFFECTIVE BLOG
There are no hard and fast rules on how to blog. Having said that, bloggers will likely increase their exposure by following some simple blog guidelines.
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1.) Stay on topic.
Opinions are generally accepted but the content of the items in the blog should all relate to a general theme. Unless you have an uncanny knack for wit, humor or cynicism, the majority of your readers will be interested in the content that relates to a specific defined theme or loosely defined area of interest. Most readers won't care that you eat Cheerios for breakfast. They may, however, be interested in the fact that vinegar takes out stains and that toilet paper rolls make great wreaths. Define a topic and stick to it. This will ensure that you create a loyal following of interested readers.
2.) Stay informative.
If you are attempting to create the impression that you are knowledgeable about a specific industry or sector, be sure that you stay current on news. If you are endorsing a product or voicing an opinion, be sure to check your facts; your reputation is at stake. If you are offering an opinion, be sure to qualify your post, making it clear that the content is intended as an editorial.
3.) Old news is not news.
While blogging every day can be a drain, it is important that the information presented is current and accurate, writing an article or blurb about something that happened 6 months ago, will not be of interest to many. Telling your audience that Martha Stewart was convicted and will be going to prison, after her sentence is completed will make people question the value of your columns.
4.) Adhere to a schedule.
Create a schedule and stick to it. Realizing that blogging requires time and effort, don't create unrealistic expectations and be unable to deliver. An occasional lapse or holiday is generally understood but readers returning to find stale, out-dated content are going to find another blog with similar content. New blogs and RSS feeds are popping up on a daily basis. If you have worked hard to develop an audience and a community you don't want to lose them due to lack of communication.
5.) Clarity and simplicity.
Keep your posts and blog entries clear and easy to understand. Remember, the web is global and expressions, idioms and acronyms don't always translate. Sometimes a little explanation goes a long way.
6.) Keyword-rich.
If the goal of your blog is to increase your visibility, include related keywords in the title of the blog. Use the title as a headline to attract interest. Each item post should have a title that will attract attention but still be relevant to the post. The title should be no longer than 10-12 words.
7.) Quantity matters.
In order to attract the attention of search engines, you will need to develop content and substance. A headline or simple sentence is not going to generate the interest of readers or help with search engine ranking. Be sure to archive old blog posts to develop a large portal of similarly-themed content.
8.) Frequency.
If your blog content is updated frequently, search engines will tend to spider the pages at regular intervals.
9.) Spell checking and proof-reading.
It only takes a few extra moments and can save you from having to make embarrassing explanations. Remember that whatever you publish on the Internet can be found and archived. Think carefully about what you post before doing so.
10.) RSS.
RSS will increase your blog's reach. It is important that you include your blog's content in an RSS feed to increase readership and distribution.
Most weblog audiences are small, but with time and regular updates audiences grow. Bloggers may never have more than a few hundred readers, but the people who return to regularly are generally interested in what you have to say..
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CRK
From India, Vijayawada
There are no hard and fast rules on how to blog. Having said that, bloggers will likely increase their exposure by following some simple blog guidelines.
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1.) Stay on topic.
Opinions are generally accepted but the content of the items in the blog should all relate to a general theme. Unless you have an uncanny knack for wit, humor or cynicism, the majority of your readers will be interested in the content that relates to a specific defined theme or loosely defined area of interest. Most readers won't care that you eat Cheerios for breakfast. They may, however, be interested in the fact that vinegar takes out stains and that toilet paper rolls make great wreaths. Define a topic and stick to it. This will ensure that you create a loyal following of interested readers.
2.) Stay informative.
If you are attempting to create the impression that you are knowledgeable about a specific industry or sector, be sure that you stay current on news. If you are endorsing a product or voicing an opinion, be sure to check your facts; your reputation is at stake. If you are offering an opinion, be sure to qualify your post, making it clear that the content is intended as an editorial.
3.) Old news is not news.
While blogging every day can be a drain, it is important that the information presented is current and accurate, writing an article or blurb about something that happened 6 months ago, will not be of interest to many. Telling your audience that Martha Stewart was convicted and will be going to prison, after her sentence is completed will make people question the value of your columns.
4.) Adhere to a schedule.
Create a schedule and stick to it. Realizing that blogging requires time and effort, don't create unrealistic expectations and be unable to deliver. An occasional lapse or holiday is generally understood but readers returning to find stale, out-dated content are going to find another blog with similar content. New blogs and RSS feeds are popping up on a daily basis. If you have worked hard to develop an audience and a community you don't want to lose them due to lack of communication.
5.) Clarity and simplicity.
Keep your posts and blog entries clear and easy to understand. Remember, the web is global and expressions, idioms and acronyms don't always translate. Sometimes a little explanation goes a long way.
6.) Keyword-rich.
If the goal of your blog is to increase your visibility, include related keywords in the title of the blog. Use the title as a headline to attract interest. Each item post should have a title that will attract attention but still be relevant to the post. The title should be no longer than 10-12 words.
7.) Quantity matters.
In order to attract the attention of search engines, you will need to develop content and substance. A headline or simple sentence is not going to generate the interest of readers or help with search engine ranking. Be sure to archive old blog posts to develop a large portal of similarly-themed content.
8.) Frequency.
If your blog content is updated frequently, search engines will tend to spider the pages at regular intervals.
9.) Spell checking and proof-reading.
It only takes a few extra moments and can save you from having to make embarrassing explanations. Remember that whatever you publish on the Internet can be found and archived. Think carefully about what you post before doing so.
10.) RSS.
RSS will increase your blog's reach. It is important that you include your blog's content in an RSS feed to increase readership and distribution.
Most weblog audiences are small, but with time and regular updates audiences grow. Bloggers may never have more than a few hundred readers, but the people who return to regularly are generally interested in what you have to say..
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CRK
From India, Vijayawada
TIPS TO SCORE WELL IN UGC NET EXAMINATION
1. Writing skills matter a lot in the NET Examination. Most of the candidates appearing for the NET examination have a lot of knowledge, but lack writing skills. You should be able to present all the information/knowledge in a coherent and logical manner, as expected by the examiner. For example: Quoting with facts and substantiating your answer with related concepts and emphasizing your point of view.
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2. Preparations for NET examination should be done intensively.
3.After deciding the questions one should sort out the NET question papers according to the syllabus topics. If one analyses these questions, after sometime the questions are repeated in one form or the other.
4. Prepare a standard answer to the question papers of the previous years. This will also make your task easy at the UGC examination.
5. Do Not miss the concepts. Questions asked are of the Masters level examination. Sometimes the questions are ‘conceptual’ in nature, aimed at testing the comprehension levels of the basic concepts.
6. Get a list of standard textbooks from the successful candidates, or other sources and also selective good notes. The right choice of reading material is important and crucial. You should not read all types of books as told by others.
7. Always target for writing section even while preparing for objective questions. As there is much in common for study and there is little time for preparation for the wriiten part II examination.
8. While studying for the subjects, keep in mind that there is no scope for selective studies in UGC. The whole syllabus must be covered thoroughly. Equal stress and weight should be given all the sections of the syllabus.
9. Note that in the ultimate analysis both subjects carry exactly the same amount of maximum marks.
10. For subjects like Mathematics and Statistics and Geography maps etc, practice is very important. One should also practice other subjects and should not treat the same examination, as an “experience gathering” exercise to get a chance for writing mains is a great thing, which you may not get again.
11. Go through the unsolved papers of the previous papers and solve them to stimulate the atmosphere of the examination.
12. Stick to the time frame. Speed is the very essence of this examination. Hence, time management assumes crucial importance.
13. For developing the writing skills, keep writing model answers while preparing for the NET examination. This helps get into the habit of writing under time pressure in the Mains examination.
14. Never be over confident with your writing skills. It is too subjective and behavioral.
15. Develop and follow your own style of writing. Try not to be repetitive and maintain a flow in the style of your writing.
16. Never try to imitate others in the style of writing.
17. Sequential and systematic style of answering comes after a lot of practice and analysis of standard answers.
18. Try to stimulate the actual examination hours to judge the performance and to plug any loopholes.
19. Try not to exceed the word limit, as far as possible. Sticking to the word limit that will save time. Besides, the number of marks you achieve are not going to increase even if you exceed the word limit. It’s the quality that matters not the quantity.
20. Revision of subjects is very important. The reason is that you have been preparing for months or years together. It is a human tendency to forget something after some time.
21. Donot bother yourselves if you are unable to revise everything before examination. Write it legibly as it will simplify the evaluator’s task and he can read the answers easily.
22. Highlight the important points which are important.
23. Follow paragraph writing rather than essay form. A new point should start with a new paragraph.
24. If the question needs answer in point format give it a bullet format.
25. Keep sufficient space between two lines.
26. Try to maintain uniformity in your writing throughout the paper.
27. Under time pressure, the script should not go from bad to worse in the later stages of the answer sheets. This may irritate the evaluator.
28. Don’t count words after every answer. If you have practiced well you should reflexively know the approximate limit you made.
29. Give space and divide it by a dividing line between two questions.
30. Above all be patient and believe in God.
All the very best my friends....:)
CRK
From India, Vijayawada
1. Writing skills matter a lot in the NET Examination. Most of the candidates appearing for the NET examination have a lot of knowledge, but lack writing skills. You should be able to present all the information/knowledge in a coherent and logical manner, as expected by the examiner. For example: Quoting with facts and substantiating your answer with related concepts and emphasizing your point of view.
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2. Preparations for NET examination should be done intensively.
3.After deciding the questions one should sort out the NET question papers according to the syllabus topics. If one analyses these questions, after sometime the questions are repeated in one form or the other.
4. Prepare a standard answer to the question papers of the previous years. This will also make your task easy at the UGC examination.
5. Do Not miss the concepts. Questions asked are of the Masters level examination. Sometimes the questions are ‘conceptual’ in nature, aimed at testing the comprehension levels of the basic concepts.
6. Get a list of standard textbooks from the successful candidates, or other sources and also selective good notes. The right choice of reading material is important and crucial. You should not read all types of books as told by others.
7. Always target for writing section even while preparing for objective questions. As there is much in common for study and there is little time for preparation for the wriiten part II examination.
8. While studying for the subjects, keep in mind that there is no scope for selective studies in UGC. The whole syllabus must be covered thoroughly. Equal stress and weight should be given all the sections of the syllabus.
9. Note that in the ultimate analysis both subjects carry exactly the same amount of maximum marks.
10. For subjects like Mathematics and Statistics and Geography maps etc, practice is very important. One should also practice other subjects and should not treat the same examination, as an “experience gathering” exercise to get a chance for writing mains is a great thing, which you may not get again.
11. Go through the unsolved papers of the previous papers and solve them to stimulate the atmosphere of the examination.
12. Stick to the time frame. Speed is the very essence of this examination. Hence, time management assumes crucial importance.
13. For developing the writing skills, keep writing model answers while preparing for the NET examination. This helps get into the habit of writing under time pressure in the Mains examination.
14. Never be over confident with your writing skills. It is too subjective and behavioral.
15. Develop and follow your own style of writing. Try not to be repetitive and maintain a flow in the style of your writing.
16. Never try to imitate others in the style of writing.
17. Sequential and systematic style of answering comes after a lot of practice and analysis of standard answers.
18. Try to stimulate the actual examination hours to judge the performance and to plug any loopholes.
19. Try not to exceed the word limit, as far as possible. Sticking to the word limit that will save time. Besides, the number of marks you achieve are not going to increase even if you exceed the word limit. It’s the quality that matters not the quantity.
20. Revision of subjects is very important. The reason is that you have been preparing for months or years together. It is a human tendency to forget something after some time.
21. Donot bother yourselves if you are unable to revise everything before examination. Write it legibly as it will simplify the evaluator’s task and he can read the answers easily.
22. Highlight the important points which are important.
23. Follow paragraph writing rather than essay form. A new point should start with a new paragraph.
24. If the question needs answer in point format give it a bullet format.
25. Keep sufficient space between two lines.
26. Try to maintain uniformity in your writing throughout the paper.
27. Under time pressure, the script should not go from bad to worse in the later stages of the answer sheets. This may irritate the evaluator.
28. Don’t count words after every answer. If you have practiced well you should reflexively know the approximate limit you made.
29. Give space and divide it by a dividing line between two questions.
30. Above all be patient and believe in God.
All the very best my friends....:)
CRK
From India, Vijayawada
TIPS TO IMPROVE MEMORY
1– Exercise strengthens the body and can reduce the experience of stress, depression, and anx i ety. Doing some thing car dio vas cu lar at least twice a week is the minimum.
2– Relax ation through meditation, taichi, yoga, or other techniques to slow res pi ra tion, slow metab o lism, and release mus cle ten sion. Sim ply invest ing 10 min utes per day can make a difference.
3– Biofeed back programs and games that provide real-time information and tracking, allowing one to learn effective techniques for reducing stress levels
4– Appreciation. Make sure you appreciate the good things you have and have done, and your support group around you.
5– A good social network of friends, family, and even pets help foster trust, support, and relaxation.
6– This may be obvious…except that we may not do it pre cisely when we need it the most: Use a calendar to schedule important things. Give items a date and a priority.
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7– This one too: Make a list of things that need to be done. Even if it’s a long list. It is rewarding to cross off items as you complete them.
8– Prioritize. Ask your self how impor tant some thing truly is to you. Maybe you’re stressing over some thing that you are bet ter off just let ting go. Do you really need to remem ber 25 new names from that party? Focus on the 5 you want to see again.
9– Get enough sleep so that you can recharge your batteries.
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These are not magical cures, but habits that you can develop with practice to improve your memory and quality of life
CRK
From India, Vijayawada
1– Exercise strengthens the body and can reduce the experience of stress, depression, and anx i ety. Doing some thing car dio vas cu lar at least twice a week is the minimum.
2– Relax ation through meditation, taichi, yoga, or other techniques to slow res pi ra tion, slow metab o lism, and release mus cle ten sion. Sim ply invest ing 10 min utes per day can make a difference.
3– Biofeed back programs and games that provide real-time information and tracking, allowing one to learn effective techniques for reducing stress levels
4– Appreciation. Make sure you appreciate the good things you have and have done, and your support group around you.
5– A good social network of friends, family, and even pets help foster trust, support, and relaxation.
6– This may be obvious…except that we may not do it pre cisely when we need it the most: Use a calendar to schedule important things. Give items a date and a priority.
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7– This one too: Make a list of things that need to be done. Even if it’s a long list. It is rewarding to cross off items as you complete them.
8– Prioritize. Ask your self how impor tant some thing truly is to you. Maybe you’re stressing over some thing that you are bet ter off just let ting go. Do you really need to remem ber 25 new names from that party? Focus on the 5 you want to see again.
9– Get enough sleep so that you can recharge your batteries.
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These are not magical cures, but habits that you can develop with practice to improve your memory and quality of life
CRK
From India, Vijayawada
GROUP DISCUSSION TIPS
When you are participating in a group discussion, there are a number of things you will want to avoid. While doing the right things can allow you to become a valuable member of the group, doing the wrong things can cause you to disrupt the discussion, and you may find yourself alienated from the other members.
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It is important to avoid putting down the ideas that are presented during the discussion. This is especially important if the group is brainstorming ideas. When you put down ideas that are presented by someone else, you are humiliating them in front of the other members, and you are disrupting the brainstorming process. In addition to this, you can create conflict between you and the person you are ridiculing. Never attack the idea of someone else. It can cause other members to be uneasy about sharing their own ideas, because they may fear being ridiculed.
If you don't agree with a statement or idea that has been presented by other another member, address the issue in a polite manner. Instead of attacking their idea directly, why not come up with a better idea instead? It is also important avoid interrupting other members when they are speaking. This is extremely rude. If you feel the need to interrupt someone while they are speaking, try to interject as politely as you can. In some discussion groups, you may be required to raise your hands after someone has finished making a statement. If someone is interrupted by another person why they are speaking, this could create conflict. It may convey a message that what they are saying is not important.
When you are given a task to carry out, it is important for you to do it. Remember, the group is a machine, and every part of that machine must work if it is to function properly. The members of the group are the pieces that make up the machine. If you are given a task to perform that must be done before the discussion is held, you will want to make sure it is done properly. If it is not done correctly, it can disrupt the flow of the discussion. It is important for you to offer encouragement to the other members. When you encourage the other members of the group, you will gain their respect, and this will allow them to work harder. Encouragement can build up a group discussion, while discouragement can tear it down.
It is important for you to show respect to all the members of the group, and they should show you respect as well. When everyone has a mutual respect for each other, this will stop the conflicts which can completely destroy a discussion. If you are the leader of the group, it is essential for you to make sure the right topic is discussed. It should be something that is important to you and the other members. When this is case, the participants will work hard to make sure important issues are covered. If they are not interested in the topic, it will be hard to get them to focus on it. It is important for leaders to choose relevant topics that will be of interest to those who will be participating.
If you are having a brainstorming phase during the group discussion, do not dismiss any ideas that are presented. Give everyone the time to present ideas that they think can be useful in solving problems. Once the brainstorming session is over, let the group decide which ideas are the best.
Another thing that you will want to avoid doing is avoid getting into arguments with other members. It is not productive, and will cause conflicts to occur. While there is nothing wrong with getting into positive arguments, they should not be allowed to get out of control. Show respect to everyone in the group. If you don't agree with a statement that is made by someone, say it in a tactful way..
CRK
From India, Vijayawada
When you are participating in a group discussion, there are a number of things you will want to avoid. While doing the right things can allow you to become a valuable member of the group, doing the wrong things can cause you to disrupt the discussion, and you may find yourself alienated from the other members.
[IMG]http://t3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQC2oa01t9WWHlh9rHoaqItePumUS94A EjGkymdrJU9eCfVvffCsw[/IMG]
It is important to avoid putting down the ideas that are presented during the discussion. This is especially important if the group is brainstorming ideas. When you put down ideas that are presented by someone else, you are humiliating them in front of the other members, and you are disrupting the brainstorming process. In addition to this, you can create conflict between you and the person you are ridiculing. Never attack the idea of someone else. It can cause other members to be uneasy about sharing their own ideas, because they may fear being ridiculed.
If you don't agree with a statement or idea that has been presented by other another member, address the issue in a polite manner. Instead of attacking their idea directly, why not come up with a better idea instead? It is also important avoid interrupting other members when they are speaking. This is extremely rude. If you feel the need to interrupt someone while they are speaking, try to interject as politely as you can. In some discussion groups, you may be required to raise your hands after someone has finished making a statement. If someone is interrupted by another person why they are speaking, this could create conflict. It may convey a message that what they are saying is not important.
When you are given a task to carry out, it is important for you to do it. Remember, the group is a machine, and every part of that machine must work if it is to function properly. The members of the group are the pieces that make up the machine. If you are given a task to perform that must be done before the discussion is held, you will want to make sure it is done properly. If it is not done correctly, it can disrupt the flow of the discussion. It is important for you to offer encouragement to the other members. When you encourage the other members of the group, you will gain their respect, and this will allow them to work harder. Encouragement can build up a group discussion, while discouragement can tear it down.
It is important for you to show respect to all the members of the group, and they should show you respect as well. When everyone has a mutual respect for each other, this will stop the conflicts which can completely destroy a discussion. If you are the leader of the group, it is essential for you to make sure the right topic is discussed. It should be something that is important to you and the other members. When this is case, the participants will work hard to make sure important issues are covered. If they are not interested in the topic, it will be hard to get them to focus on it. It is important for leaders to choose relevant topics that will be of interest to those who will be participating.
If you are having a brainstorming phase during the group discussion, do not dismiss any ideas that are presented. Give everyone the time to present ideas that they think can be useful in solving problems. Once the brainstorming session is over, let the group decide which ideas are the best.
Another thing that you will want to avoid doing is avoid getting into arguments with other members. It is not productive, and will cause conflicts to occur. While there is nothing wrong with getting into positive arguments, they should not be allowed to get out of control. Show respect to everyone in the group. If you don't agree with a statement that is made by someone, say it in a tactful way..
CRK
From India, Vijayawada
TIPS ON HEALTH INSURANCE
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1. Define your requirements of health coverage
Define what you want to cover yourself against – is it just critical illness, or injuries resulting from an accident, hospitalization expenses or OPD expenses as well. There are different types of health insurance policies available depending on your requirement and your budget.
2. Decide which members of your family need to be part of the health insurance policy - you might find splitting policies to be beneficial.
When buying for a family check multiple options. Sometimes its beneficial from a cost perspective for the oldest member of the family to have a separate policy. Usually all insurance companies offer policies for coverage of you or spouse; and up to three children under one policy. Some policies also give coverage for dependent parents in the same policy.
3. Decide the total amount of health coverage needed.
The total amount of coverage needs to be determined by the number of people that you want the policy to cover, your estimate of the health care costs and the existing coverage that you might have from other sources like employee provided group insurance.
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4. Read through the list of exclusions of the health insurance policy - both permanent and first year.
Exclusions define the ailments and the conditions under which the health insurance coverage will not be valid. For example a common permanent exclusion is cosmetic surgery. Such surgery is discretionary and usually not life threatening and performed at the insistence of the patient. A common first year exclusion is cataract; cataract surgery is covered from the second year onwards. This is to avoid moral hazard.
5. Check the network coverage of the Third Party Administrator (TPA) being employed by the health insurance company.
Ensure that the hospitals near your residence which might be used in case of an emergency as well as the hospital where you seek regular or specialist treatment is part of the TPA (Third Party Administrator) hospital network.
CRK
From India, Vijayawada
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1. Define your requirements of health coverage
Define what you want to cover yourself against – is it just critical illness, or injuries resulting from an accident, hospitalization expenses or OPD expenses as well. There are different types of health insurance policies available depending on your requirement and your budget.
2. Decide which members of your family need to be part of the health insurance policy - you might find splitting policies to be beneficial.
When buying for a family check multiple options. Sometimes its beneficial from a cost perspective for the oldest member of the family to have a separate policy. Usually all insurance companies offer policies for coverage of you or spouse; and up to three children under one policy. Some policies also give coverage for dependent parents in the same policy.
3. Decide the total amount of health coverage needed.
The total amount of coverage needs to be determined by the number of people that you want the policy to cover, your estimate of the health care costs and the existing coverage that you might have from other sources like employee provided group insurance.
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4. Read through the list of exclusions of the health insurance policy - both permanent and first year.
Exclusions define the ailments and the conditions under which the health insurance coverage will not be valid. For example a common permanent exclusion is cosmetic surgery. Such surgery is discretionary and usually not life threatening and performed at the insistence of the patient. A common first year exclusion is cataract; cataract surgery is covered from the second year onwards. This is to avoid moral hazard.
5. Check the network coverage of the Third Party Administrator (TPA) being employed by the health insurance company.
Ensure that the hospitals near your residence which might be used in case of an emergency as well as the hospital where you seek regular or specialist treatment is part of the TPA (Third Party Administrator) hospital network.
CRK
From India, Vijayawada
Thankyou AVS for your appreciations......
Everyone of us comes through the situations, where we should have minimum basic knowledge....... So...... just a trial to touch even a few areas... which might be helpful for our member friends.........:)
Ones again thankyou for your feedback........:)
CRK
From India, Vijayawada
Everyone of us comes through the situations, where we should have minimum basic knowledge....... So...... just a trial to touch even a few areas... which might be helpful for our member friends.........:)
Ones again thankyou for your feedback........:)
CRK
From India, Vijayawada
-Pinky Savika
TIPS TO MAKE YOUR OWN PAYSLIP
Running your own business and in need of a sample payslip to use in your own company? Here's what you can do in time for the coming pay period.
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Option 1: Download and print. You can start by searching for a sample payslip using your favorite search engine. Go to a website that has a downloadable payslip and that lets you download and print this for free. There are a lot of websites that offer templates for free. But if you go for the free version, make sure you can make do with a basic payslip that you can later customize according to your own requirements. Don't expect and frills or complex built-in calculations from anything that's free.
Option 2: Make your own sample payslip. Your typical productivity software such as Microsoft Excel, or even freeware such as Google Docs has functionalities that allow you to build a sample payslip from scratch. Another option under this is to look for templates that may be available right from the website of your software applications. These are typically downloadable and customizable, too. So you won't have any problems altering or tweaking your sample payslip any way you need to.
Option 3: You can make your own by copying an actual payslip. You may have been employed at one point before you decided to set up your own business. Dig up those old payslips and recreate them using your computer or by handwriting them. This may be a little more time-consuming than the previous options but it sure adds a personal touch to the payslips that you will give away.
Option 4: Let your payroll software do it. There are payroll systems that automate the process of making and printing payslips. If you decide to get one of these, you can be sure that payslip generation will be the least of your worries next time
CRK
crk.mbahr@yahoo.com
From India, Vijayawada
TIPS FOR BODY BUILDING
Plan before you begin: It is important for you to chalk out a plan for yourself. You need to determine the reason behind pursuing the sport whether you are looking to make a career in the field, enter a competition, make a body for modeling, flaunt it on the beach or are doing it just for fun. This will help you
set your goals and move ahead. Before beginning anything you need to have a concrete plan and then execute it. You must know what you are looking for only then will you be able to get achieve it.
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Consult: Your next step should be to consult a doctor and an expert on the subject regarding your decision. You must also keep in mind your medical history and if you are prone to any ailments such as diabetes, asthma or heart disease. Bodybuilding exercises may prove fatal if you do not disclose something. Your medical examination will also help your trainer in chalking out the best plan for you keeping in mind your health concerns, body weight etc. Your work-out plan and diet plan will also be made on this basis.
Focus: This should be your magic mantra while training. If you cease to pay attention and lose concentration, you might end up getting injured or meet with an accident. Keep all distractions at bay while you are in the gym. Your entire concentration should be on what you are doing.
Whole-body is important: You must focus on the entire body and not just the arms and chest while working-out. If you want to get the look of a Professional body builder you must lay equal emphasis on your entire body.
Gain weight: Thin people cannot make body builders. Keeping this in mind you must put on weight. You must focus on gaining muscle mass and not fat. . To achieve the perfect look of a bodybuilder, you need to concentrate on your diet and start snacking on protein bars and drinks. Avoid eating junk food and stay away from alcohol and smoking. Begin with a small amount of weight and add weight over time. Do not add weight too quickly or you might risk injury.
Diet: Take help from your trainer and draw a proper diet plan depending upon your body type. It is recommended that you include plenty of fiber, protein, carbohydrates and foods rich in amino acids in your diet.
Water: Drink at least 10-12 glasses of water daily. Make it a habit to drink water before, after and in the middle of training sessions. Rigorous workouts make you sweat leading to water loss and can cause dehydration. Thus water intake at regular intervals is necessary.
Clothes: Wear clothes that are best suited for the sport. Keep your comfort level in mind and do not wear clothes that are either too tight or too loose to avoid chances of an injury or mishap. Always purchase fabrics with enough breathing space and that are light. Bodybuilding clothes should allow the sweat to escape and not clog on your skin.
Keep yourself tension-free: If you are all worked-up about something, it is best for you to go back home and not exercise. You need to be extremely focused during your training session. If you are pre-occupied with something you might end up meeting with an accident or inflict an irreparable injury.
Warm up: This is an integral part of bodybuilding and must be followed regularly. You should always warm up before starting the hard routines with some light stretches. Each muscle group needs a bit of a warm up session before you go right into the weight lifting. A cardio work out using a treadmill or a stationary bike for a few minutes is always beneficial.
With these bodybuilding tips you can make it to the international arena over a period of time. All you require at your end is a lot of dedication and Consistency and half the battle is already won..
CRK
crk.mbahr@yahoo.com
From India, Vijayawada
Plan before you begin: It is important for you to chalk out a plan for yourself. You need to determine the reason behind pursuing the sport whether you are looking to make a career in the field, enter a competition, make a body for modeling, flaunt it on the beach or are doing it just for fun. This will help you
set your goals and move ahead. Before beginning anything you need to have a concrete plan and then execute it. You must know what you are looking for only then will you be able to get achieve it.
[img]http://t3.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcT5o1EXv3umPaU_Qt-5EP_Fd7_4TbDHUNfkdcQepjSEibS9V2Ji[/img]
Consult: Your next step should be to consult a doctor and an expert on the subject regarding your decision. You must also keep in mind your medical history and if you are prone to any ailments such as diabetes, asthma or heart disease. Bodybuilding exercises may prove fatal if you do not disclose something. Your medical examination will also help your trainer in chalking out the best plan for you keeping in mind your health concerns, body weight etc. Your work-out plan and diet plan will also be made on this basis.
Focus: This should be your magic mantra while training. If you cease to pay attention and lose concentration, you might end up getting injured or meet with an accident. Keep all distractions at bay while you are in the gym. Your entire concentration should be on what you are doing.
Whole-body is important: You must focus on the entire body and not just the arms and chest while working-out. If you want to get the look of a Professional body builder you must lay equal emphasis on your entire body.
Gain weight: Thin people cannot make body builders. Keeping this in mind you must put on weight. You must focus on gaining muscle mass and not fat. . To achieve the perfect look of a bodybuilder, you need to concentrate on your diet and start snacking on protein bars and drinks. Avoid eating junk food and stay away from alcohol and smoking. Begin with a small amount of weight and add weight over time. Do not add weight too quickly or you might risk injury.
Diet: Take help from your trainer and draw a proper diet plan depending upon your body type. It is recommended that you include plenty of fiber, protein, carbohydrates and foods rich in amino acids in your diet.
Water: Drink at least 10-12 glasses of water daily. Make it a habit to drink water before, after and in the middle of training sessions. Rigorous workouts make you sweat leading to water loss and can cause dehydration. Thus water intake at regular intervals is necessary.
Clothes: Wear clothes that are best suited for the sport. Keep your comfort level in mind and do not wear clothes that are either too tight or too loose to avoid chances of an injury or mishap. Always purchase fabrics with enough breathing space and that are light. Bodybuilding clothes should allow the sweat to escape and not clog on your skin.
Keep yourself tension-free: If you are all worked-up about something, it is best for you to go back home and not exercise. You need to be extremely focused during your training session. If you are pre-occupied with something you might end up meeting with an accident or inflict an irreparable injury.
Warm up: This is an integral part of bodybuilding and must be followed regularly. You should always warm up before starting the hard routines with some light stretches. Each muscle group needs a bit of a warm up session before you go right into the weight lifting. A cardio work out using a treadmill or a stationary bike for a few minutes is always beneficial.
With these bodybuilding tips you can make it to the international arena over a period of time. All you require at your end is a lot of dedication and Consistency and half the battle is already won..
CRK
crk.mbahr@yahoo.com
From India, Vijayawada
TIPS FOR YOGA BEGINNERS
With a few yoga tips, it's easier to avoid some of the frustrations that can occur by just starting yoga without any idea of the complexity or variance that is yoga.
When starting any new fitness program, it's most people's first instinct to start out brimming with enthusiasm and effort. This is particularly true of yoga, which is often thought of as easier and less intense than aerobic exercise. Do not be fooled, however! As with anything, it's important to start out slowly. Listed below are some yoga tips to consider before taking classes:
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- Borrow or buy a yoga book (or even better a DVD or video) that's aimed at beginners. The health and wellness section of any good bookstore will have good books that offer plenty of yoga tips and visual demonstrations of poses.
- Using the examples in your book, DVD or video to practice at home will help you master some of the poses before you start attending classes, and help build your confidence.
- There are MANY different styles of yoga, each with a different emphasis (eg stretching, strength, or fitness) and it's important to find the one that best suits you.
- Find a teacher that you like and trust, and who gives all their students individual help and attention as needed. A good teacher will gladly pass on his or her own yoga tips.
Once you've started taking yoga classes, there are many things you can do to to make things easier and more enjoyable. These yoga tips involve both things you should do to prepare for classes, and things to keep in mind during classes:
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- The best time for yoga is in the morning before breakfast, or later in the evening.
- Before beginning a yoga class you should empty your bowels and bladder, and remove mucus from your nose, throat and lungs.
- It's best to wear clothing that's loose and comfortable, for easy movement.
- Try to avoid eating (except for a light snack if you need it) for 2 hours before a class, as it will more than likely make you feel tired and heavy.
- Try and be punctual to classes; the poses are done in sequence for a reason.
- Make sure you completely master the easy poses before you move onto the harder ones. DON'T feel foolish if you can't master a difficult pose the first few times you attempt it.
Like anything physical, yoga does carry the risk of injury if it's not done properly. The following yoga tips address how to protect your body while nurturing it at the same time:
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- If you have a permanent injury or condition that you think could be worsened by doing yoga, have a chat with your doctor about which poses might be best avoided.
- Be sure to tell your yoga instructor before the class if you are ill or injured; they can tell you how to alter the poses to avoid making things worse.
- Whatever you do, DON'T force yourself to look exactly like the instructor in the class, the person on the TV or the picture in the book. Just because you mightn't look exactly like your instructor when you do a particular pose, doesn't mean you're not doing it "right". Forcing your body beyond its' limits will only cause injury.
- Be wary of the difference between feeling sensations or resistance and feeling pain; you should not feel pain while doing yoga, and if you do it could mean you aren't doing something right or need to adjust a pose to suit you better.
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Many yoga instructors assist students hands-on; if they try and move your body too much for you, or force your body into various poses, however, you could end up injured
CRK
crk.mbahr@yahoo.com
From India, Vijayawada
With a few yoga tips, it's easier to avoid some of the frustrations that can occur by just starting yoga without any idea of the complexity or variance that is yoga.
When starting any new fitness program, it's most people's first instinct to start out brimming with enthusiasm and effort. This is particularly true of yoga, which is often thought of as easier and less intense than aerobic exercise. Do not be fooled, however! As with anything, it's important to start out slowly. Listed below are some yoga tips to consider before taking classes:
[IMG]http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcQ7HbJCFWb8OsaFWhHlVvS6fWSN168d8 oByZKIJ4SUVQfiJSEey[/IMG]
- Borrow or buy a yoga book (or even better a DVD or video) that's aimed at beginners. The health and wellness section of any good bookstore will have good books that offer plenty of yoga tips and visual demonstrations of poses.
- Using the examples in your book, DVD or video to practice at home will help you master some of the poses before you start attending classes, and help build your confidence.
- There are MANY different styles of yoga, each with a different emphasis (eg stretching, strength, or fitness) and it's important to find the one that best suits you.
- Find a teacher that you like and trust, and who gives all their students individual help and attention as needed. A good teacher will gladly pass on his or her own yoga tips.
Once you've started taking yoga classes, there are many things you can do to to make things easier and more enjoyable. These yoga tips involve both things you should do to prepare for classes, and things to keep in mind during classes:
[IMG]http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcSOq2wvMRNDaoVT8YftVoMCDIekY6KtM uQ8HzQNMTrF8aUo9VmMUQ[/IMG]
- The best time for yoga is in the morning before breakfast, or later in the evening.
- Before beginning a yoga class you should empty your bowels and bladder, and remove mucus from your nose, throat and lungs.
- It's best to wear clothing that's loose and comfortable, for easy movement.
- Try to avoid eating (except for a light snack if you need it) for 2 hours before a class, as it will more than likely make you feel tired and heavy.
- Try and be punctual to classes; the poses are done in sequence for a reason.
- Make sure you completely master the easy poses before you move onto the harder ones. DON'T feel foolish if you can't master a difficult pose the first few times you attempt it.
Like anything physical, yoga does carry the risk of injury if it's not done properly. The following yoga tips address how to protect your body while nurturing it at the same time:
[IMG]http://t0.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRsqaEf0S0XPrb68JlPqgi5HesaYXlwt zU3igG5xIyMJ1Cxsu4W[/IMG]
- If you have a permanent injury or condition that you think could be worsened by doing yoga, have a chat with your doctor about which poses might be best avoided.
- Be sure to tell your yoga instructor before the class if you are ill or injured; they can tell you how to alter the poses to avoid making things worse.
- Whatever you do, DON'T force yourself to look exactly like the instructor in the class, the person on the TV or the picture in the book. Just because you mightn't look exactly like your instructor when you do a particular pose, doesn't mean you're not doing it "right". Forcing your body beyond its' limits will only cause injury.
- Be wary of the difference between feeling sensations or resistance and feeling pain; you should not feel pain while doing yoga, and if you do it could mean you aren't doing something right or need to adjust a pose to suit you better.
[IMG]http://t1.gstatic.com/images?q=tbn:ANd9GcRVAV7eK8xrQ-uB1hTuMgH_um9nuP8A3HvjiZdWcLzIBbgIlU5N6Q[/IMG]
Many yoga instructors assist students hands-on; if they try and move your body too much for you, or force your body into various poses, however, you could end up injured
CRK
crk.mbahr@yahoo.com
From India, Vijayawada
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