Twitter trending topics - What the trend

By Jim Robinson in Anywhere  |  1 year ago  |  0 comments

If you still don't know what "Cala Boca Galvao" means or you think this is about saving a bird, then you'll find this tool very handy. Of course, this will be less interesting for your friends which won't have the chance to make fun of you...

So this magic tool is called What the Trend and breaks down the mystery regarding the trending topics on Twitter. 

This goes also for professionals. By subscribing to the Pro Trend service, they can access to a lot more information about trending topics: descriptions, statistics, definitions, reports by date, category and rank.

#social media#twitter



What does SMART mean?

By Jim Robinson in Anywhere  |  1 year ago  |  0 comments

This abbreviation is used in corporate language and means to write SMART objectives that helps to maintain focus, clear direction, and a shared understanding of expectations. This way, you're sure to contribute to the success of your group and keep aligned with your company goals.

#business#self-improvement



Steps for Running a Meeting

By Jim Robinson in Anywhere  |  1 year ago  |  0 comments

Here're are the steps for running a successful meeting, according to Harvard ManageMentor

Before the Meeting

  • Make sure the meeting is necessary.
  • Identify and clarify the meeting's objective and process.
  • Involve the right people.
  • Provide an agenda in advance.
  • Sound out key participants in advance.
  • Prepare for the discussion and the decisions to be made.

During the Meeting

  • State the meeting's purpose and objective.
  • Let everyone have a say.
  • Gain closure on each issue.
  • End the meeting with an action and communication plan.

After the Meeting

  • Follow up quickly with a memo containing minutes.
  • Meet informally with those who weren't heard or who are dissatisfied with the outcome.
  • Provide promised resources.
  • Act on your decisions.
#business#job



Decision Making Tips

By Jim Robinson in Anywhere  |  1 year ago  |  0 comments

Every decision can involve an element of risk. Calculated risk taking implies that a decision is made with a thorough understanding of the potential risks and benefits involved.
When making a decision, consider the specifics of your situation.

  • Put yourself in the shoes of those who will be affected by the solution.
  • Ask those who are likely to be affected by your solution for opinions on its practicality. These people can be instrumental in determining the success of the solution and must be involved as soon as possible.
  • Ask yourself, "What is the worst thing that could happen as a result of this decision? Determine what you could do if the worst-case scenario occurred.Once you've made a decision, stand by it. Avoid reopening the decision-making process unless new information strongly indicates the need for reconsideration.
  • Each week or day note the decisions you have made - rate them for speed and correctiveness. Become more focused on the decisions you take.
  • Fact-finding is a necessary step in the decision-making process. If you have a tendency to gather too much information to ensure that your decisions are well formulated: Try making a decision at an earlier stage in the process. Before all data has been collected, force yourself to make a decision and write it down. Then, analyse the additional data and make a final decision. Compare your final decision to your preliminary one to determine whether the additional information was needed.
  • Learn to not feel the pressure of taking a decision. Try to "buy time" in decision-making situations. Name a date by which you will announce your decision.
  • Do you take decisions emotionally, for instance, when you're upset or angry? If so, try waiting a few hours or "sleeping on it" to calm down. You can then judge whether the decision is really the best one or simply the one that seemed right at the time.
  • Recall a situation when an overly cautious approach has resulted in a missed opportunity. Think of the reasons for the caution and whether in hindsight the opportunity may have been taken. Do a historical analysis of decisions you have made in the past and what percentage was correct.
#self-improvement



Vuvuzela Concerto in B flat

By Jim Robinson in Anywhere  |  1 year ago  |  0 comments

Finally a song I can play!

via danielmaier

#fun



Modernista! - interactive navigation beyond control

By Jim Robinson in Anywhere  |  1 year ago  |  0 comments

Do not be alarmed.
You are viewing Modernista! through the eyes of the Web.
The menu on the left is our homepage. Everything behind it is beyond our control.

Check out Modernista!

#Internet#technology#web



Google Backgrounds

By Jim Robinson in Anywhere  |  1 year ago  |  0 comments

Google lets you now customize the search page. Just click Change background image link in the lower-left corner of the page and upload a picture of your dog!

#google



Google & World Cup

By Jim Robinson in Anywhere  |  1 year ago  |  0 comments

If you search 'world cup' with Google, the bottom of the page changes from goooooogle to gooooooal.

#google#world cup



Garlic heaven

By Jim Robinson in Stockholm  |  1 year ago  |  1 comments

Bröderna Olssons Garlic & Shots is a must visit for garlic lovers.

No dishes are served without garlic. You can always order extra garlic, but never less. As you leave the restaurant you should feel like you've been garlic marinated. This is our mission from God.

The food is fantastic and they serve garlic in everything. You have to try garlic beer!

#food#restaurants



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