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10-26-11: Arizona Cardinals Bird Droppings - Beanie Injury Update
By joecb1991 Oct 26, 2011, 9:58am MDT
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Time for more links, including one where Beanie says that he thinks he will play on Sunday. Now, he said this before the Seahawks game, but you never know....
Arizona Cardinals News:
As Cards look for wins, Whisenhunt looks at "every position"
Arizona Cardinals: What might be wrong with Beanie Wells' knee
What fans and media know about Beanie Wells' injured right knee fits in a medium-sized paragraph. Wells suffered the injury against the Steelers last Sunday and has swelling. The knee is "stable", according to coach Ken Whisenhunt, and Wells won't knee surgery. The unknown, however, takes several paragraphs to explore. We don't know what part of the knee is injured. We don't know what made the knee keep "locking up" on Sunday. Wells said it's not related to the knee surgery he underwent last season. And we don't know if it's related to the allergic reaction he had later to an injection. We don't know when Wells will return, so his availability for Sunday's game in Baltimore is in question. The "don't knows" go on and on.
Beanie Wells expects to play Sunday against Ravens - ArizonaSports.com
When Cardinals running back Beanie Wells left the game in the first half against the Steelers with a knee injury, it was feared he might be lost for the season. Luckily, that's not the case and it's even possible Wells could suit up against the Baltimore Ravens on Sunday. "It's just a matter of controlling the swelling. It's just a day by day thing. Hopefully I'm out there on Sunday and I personally think I will be," said Wells on the Arizona Sports 620's Doug and Wolf show Tuesday.
Sitting out and watching is rough on Kerry Rhodes - ArizonaSports.com
A football player wants to be on the field. Not being out there, especially when the team is struggling, is tough to deal with. Thus is the plight of Cardinals safety Kerry Rhodes, who watched a game from the sidelines for the first time Sunday. "It was very, very weird," Rhodes told Arizona Sports 620's Doug and Wolf. "It was pretty difficult on Sunday."
Should the Cards have interest in Bernard Berrian? - ArizonaSports.com
The Arizona Cardinals at 1-5 have all kinds of problems from lack of a pass rush, inexperienced secondary, struggling offensive line and Kevin Kolb trying to learn the offense. However, not much has been made of their lack of a true number two wide receiver to take pressure off Larry Fitzgerald. A potential solution may have emerged on Tuesday as the Minnesota Vikings released Bernard Berrian.
Coach Whisenhunt left with few options to improve Cardinals
A college roommate had a saying that he used, oh, only about 42 times a semester: The large print giveth and the small print taketh away. I thought of that after the Cardinals' past two losses when coach Ken Whisenhunt vowed to "look at everything we are doing and look at the guys we are doing it with." That's the large print. Here's the small print, provided by Whisenhunt: "It's not easy when you have a 53-man roster." No, it's not. But when a team is 1-5, no one wants to hear: "Those guys who are playing for us on Sundays? They are the best we have."
Outside the huddle: A.J. Jefferson
Each week, The Republic spotlights a Cardinals player for a series of on-the-spot, off-beat questions.
Looking at the Numbers- Cardinals Week 8 - ArizonaSports.com
Six games and seven weeks into the season, the biggest number surrounding the Arizona Cardinals is 1-5. That's the Cardinals record through 6 games, and they've lost their last 5. That mark also puts them four full games behind the San Francisco 49ers in the NFC West standings with ten games left to play. In other words, the outlook is beyond bleak at this point. But there are some other telling numbers with this team that may (or may not) shed some light on why they are where they are.
Word From the Birds Blog - Always upstairs, Miller tries downstairs
Offensive coordinator Mike Miller spent the game against the Steelers on the sideline instead of the coaches box since, well, ever. He's always been a coach up in the box, and for a coordinator, it's always about personal preference (like DC Ray Horton, after spending a preseason game on the field, going back upstairs).
NFC West Stock Watch - NFC West Blog - ESPN
Falling: Coach Ken Whisenhunt and GM Rod Graves. The men who got much of the credit for reviving a dormant franchise get most of the blame now that the Cardinals have lost five games in a row and 14 of their last 17 dating to last season. Ownership opened its wallet during the offseason, spending for Kevin Kolb and quite a few free agents. The product on the field hasn't improved sufficiently. The record has gotten worse. Kolb hasn't met expectations. A trip to Baltimore in Week 8 isn't likely to trigger a turnaround. Arizona lost seven in a row at one point last season, winning only when the dysfunctional Denver Broncos arrived. The current Cardinals have a home game against the Rams in Week 9 before a three-game road trip. This team could easily be 3-10 or 2-11 when Cleveland visits in Week 15.
Where NFC West teams rank: Week 7 - NFC West Blog - ESPN
Arizona Cardinals: dropped from 19th to 28th in points per game allowed; dropped from 19th to 27th in NFL passer rating allowed after Ben Roethlisberger passed for 361 yards and three touchdowns in the Pittsburgh Steelers' 32-20 victory at University of Phoenix Stadium.
Quarterback class of 2007 could end up being a complete bust | ProFootballTalk
We've known for a while that the first player taken in the 2007 draft — quarterback JaMarcus Russell — became a bust of colossal proportions. But with Cardinals quarterback Kevin Kolb sliding to 1-5 in Arizona, it's time to ask the broader question. Is every quarterback taken in the 2007 draft a bust?
Video: Big changes ahead for the Arizona Cardinals?
CineSport's Brian Clark sits down with Paola Boivin of The Arizona Republic as they discuss what the Cards need to do to get back to their winning ways.
Arizona Sports News:
Phoenix Coyotes fall to Dallas Stars in overtime shootout
Trademark Shane Doan: A vicious one-timer followed by a huge smile. The Coyotes captain scored on a power play with 11:47 remaining in the game, the 300th of his career - but his joy turned to gloom as the Dallas Stars rallied late and won 3-2 in a shootout. The shootout lasted eight rounds, with Trevor Daley breaking the deadlock after Patrick O'Sullivan and Dallas' Michael Ryder scored in the fifth round. Only 6,948 fans, the lowest attendance of the season, saw Doan hit the milestone.
NFL News:
NFL Week 7, Best And Worst: From Tim Tebow's Comeback To Seahawks-Browns Touchdown-Less Game - SBNation.com
From Tim Tebow's come-from-behind victory over the Dolphins to a game with zero touchdowns, here are the top-five best and worst plays from NFL Week 7.
Peyton Manning Could Still Play This Year, Colts' Bill Polian Says - SBNation.com
The Indianapolis Colts are now 0-7 to start the 2011 NFL season and this is shaping up to be one of the worst years in history for the Colts. That's what happens when you lose someone like Peyton Manning (but the team shouldn't be this bad). Colts executive Bill Polian talked with Peter King this week and had a few Manning-related nuggets.
Bernard Berrian Released By Minnesota Vikings - SBNation.com
As many predicted, the Vikings have released Bernard Berrian, three and a half years after signing him to a six-year contract.
JaMarcus Russell Wants To Get Back Into The NFL - From Our Editors - SBNation.com
The reclusive JaMarcus Russell has stepped into the light and talked with Sports Illustrated, the first time he's talked publicly in...a really long time. The story gets his side of a few perceptions out there, namely that he's lazy, wasted away his talent and that he's broke.
JaMarcus Russell blames sleep apnea, Tom Cable, bad teammates | ProFootballTalk
This week's Sports Illustrated catches up with JaMarcus Russell to find out how the 2007 first overall draft pick views his failed career, now that he's out of football at age 26. Among the details: Russell feels some ill will toward former coach Tom Cable, thinks his teammates deserve as much blame as he does for the Raiders' problems, and says the reason he had trouble staying awake in team meetings is that he has sleep apnea.
Free Agent Terrell Owens Conducts Workout On Tuesday - SBNation.com
Terrell Owens hopes to play in the NFL again and conducted a workout on Tuesday in which no NFL teams showed up.
Chris Cooley's Injury Lands Him On IR, Season Is Over - SBNation.com
Chris Cooley underwent surgery on his finger recently and it was believed that he would only miss a few weeks but the Washington Redskins announced that he has been placed on injured reserve, which means his season is over. Cooley has also had some issues with his knee since the preseason.
Shawne Merriman's Injury Will End His Season For Buffalo Bills - SBNation.com
The Bills announced Shawne Merriman would be placed on IR with an Achilles' injury.
Terrell Owens Struggles In Public Workout - From Our Editors - SBNation.com
Free agent wide receiver Terrell Owens held his private workout today that drew little interest from NFL clubs. Owens workout was shown live on NFL Network, so teams could actually sit at home and watch the workout if they really wanted to. Unfortunately for Owens, he struggled in his workout. The 37-year old wide receiver is just six months removed from ACL surgery, which included a trip to Korea of stem cell treatment. The workout was put together by Owens' agent, Drew Rosenhaus.
Dolphins Add J.P. Losman With Sage Rosenfels Now Unavailable - SBNation.com
The Dolphins have brought in J.P. Losman to provide depth at quarterback.
Chris Cook Suspended By Vikings Indefinitely Following Felony Domestic Assault Charges - SBNation.com
Chris Cook, in jail since Saturday after allegedly strangling his girlfriend, was formally charged with felony domestic assault on Tuesday. He was then released on $40,000 bail, but he won't be returning to action for the Minnesota Vikings anytime soon. Late Tuesday evening, the team announced an indefinite suspension for the cornerback, releasing the following statement:
Tim Tebow And What His Success Or Failure Means For Religion - From Our Editors - SBNation.com
Just by being himself, Tim Tebow presents a "minor cultural puzzle", as Brian Phillips explains at Grantland today. As he elaborates, there's something different between Tebow and other players that've been openly religious over the years:
2011 49ers Week 6: Five observations - NFC West Blog - ESPN
Five things I noticed while watching the San Francisco 49ers defeat the Detroit Lions, 25-19, in their most recent game:
2011 Seahawks Week 7: Five observations - NFC West Blog - ESPN
Five things I noticed while watching the Seattle Seahawks during their 6-3 defeat to the Cleveland Browns in Week 7:
NFL Power Rankings: How they voted - NFC West Blog - ESPN
Four teams ranked third through ninth in ESPN's previous NFL Power Rankings lost in Week 7. Three of them remained in the top nine anyway when John Clayton, Paul Kuharsky, Ashley Fox and James Walker joined me in casting ballots this week.
NFL power rankings - Week 8
Here is an updated version of NFL Power Rankings as we get ready for Week 8. I'll update them every Tuesday throughout the season. Previous rankings in parenthesis:

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Month: October, 2014
September Youth of the Month
The Youth of the Month for September are Bethany Rogers and Wyatt Nickelson. Congrats to both kids!!!
Breaking Records
Our Boys & Girls Club hit an all time daily high of 150 members at the Club yesterday. BGCCA provides a safe, fun place for kids after school. Our primary focus is making sure members get promoted to their next grade in school so they can graduate on time with a plan for their future.
Congratulations to our Club Director, Becky Spoehr and all our Club staff.
Mansour Karim Issues Donation Challenge
Mansour Karim, a long-time Pierre resident, is challenging community members to donate $50,000 to the Boys & Girls Club of the Capital Area. If community members raise $50,000 by December 31, 2014, Karim has pledged to match their gifts. Karim's most recent pledge is in addition to the $25,000 he gave in August of 2014 in response to a challenge issued by another donor.
If Karim's challenge is met, the Boys & Girls Club of the Capital Area will add $100,000 to the $50,000 given in August for a total of $150,000 of endowed funds in 2014. The South Dakota Community Foundation will manage and invest the principal of all the endowed assets. The earnings will be available annually to the Boys & Girls Club of the Capital Area, which provides kids with a safe, supportive place to go after school.
"Mr. Karim is setting an example for others. He believes there are many people who care about the future of our children and will be happy to contribute by matching part or all of his challenge," says Dennis Pfrimmer, president and CEO of Capital Area Counseling Service, Inc., which oversees the Boys & Girls Club of the Capital Area.
People willing to accept Karim's challenge can donate online at SDCommunityFoundation.org/FeaturedFunds or by calling 1.800.888.1842 for more information.
"The joy of giving is contagious, and Mansour Karim understands that challenge gifts are a powerful tool to encourage a community to gather around a common goal," says Stephanie Judson, president of the South Dakota Community Foundation. "The donations to the Boys & Girls Club of the Capital Area will help ensure that young people in the community reach their full potential for years to come."
Article written by TodaysKCCR.com
October's Mega Raffle Winner
The winner of the October Great Futures Mega Raffle is Ann Schwartz. Congratulations, Ann! Thank you to Bridget M Photography and American State Bank for donating $500 in photo sessions and prints.
Peggy Laurenz and Glennis Zarecky were the other two finalists.
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"Speaks Volumes of His Character and Professionalism" — Liverpool Fans Highly Impressed With Star After United Win
December 16, 2018 Laurie Yarde 0 Comment
Liverpool bested a poor Manchester United side to gain their first league victory over their biggest rivals since 2013 today; although the likes of Shaqiri, Fabinho and Mane will (rightly) garner the majority of the credit, the performance of Nathaniel Clyne may have gone under the radar.
READ: "Borderline World Class" — Liverpool Supporters Laud Summer Signing for Substitute Heroics
Despite Liverpool's current crisis at right-back, it was still somewhat of a surprise to see Clyne start his first league match of the season, let alone play the full ninety minutes, especially considering Klopp's comments a few days before the match.
However, Clyne was very solid throughout and reminded fans just how good an option he can be; while he isn't going to dazzle, particularly not when going forward, he's dependable and showed he can be a useful option over the festive period with Alexander-Arnold and Gomez currently side-lined.
Supporters appeared to be incredibly impressed on Twitter, citing Clyne's professionalism to slot in and do such a competent job in what is probably the biggest game of the season:
Massive credit to @Nathaniel_Clyne today, first league start of the season to perform like that speaks volumes of his character and professionalism. Did a really solid job.
— Joel Rabinowitz (@joel_archie) December 16, 2018
https://twitter.com/RamboFYI/status/1074364174573203462
Credit to Clyne. Came back into this side and produces a great defensive display, bar one badly timed tackle. Great squad-player.
— Robin (@Robish13) December 16, 2018
https://twitter.com/LFCFansCorner/status/1074363809702297600
Let me tell you something, Nathaniel Edwin Clyne is an absolute baller. So happy to see him back in the squad.
— – (@AnfieldRd96) December 16, 2018
First start of the season, lots of injury problems, but @Nathaniel_Clyne can be happy with that performance today. #LFC
— Anfield Edition (@AnfieldEdition) December 16, 2018
READ: Liverpool Break Astonishing Premier League Record After Win Over Man United
Although he's favoured Trent Alexander-Arnold this season and has rarely opted to use Clyne, Klopp was also full of praise for the Englishman following the game, mentioning his "ability to adapt" as something that stood out in a game where he was "outstanding".
Albeit the fact it's unlikely we'll see Clyne as Liverpool's first-choice right-back going forward, he proved today he can more than have his use for the Reds since this season and for someone who has only played 3 times in 17 months, he put in a very good performance.
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The University of Edinburgh Library in the 19th century.
Shakespearan scholar James Halliwell-Phillipps produced facsimiles of early editions of William Shakespeare's plays from copies held in the University of Edinburgh Library. In gratitude, and to establish a Shakespeare library in Scotland, he donated a large collection of his books and manuscripts to the university library in 1872.
Halliwell-Phillipps is one of the figures featured in the exhibition 'Beyond Macbeth: Shakespeare in Scottish collections' at the National Library of Scotland, which runs from 9 December to 29 April.


This was especially true for British women and their families, not to mention all those Brits who had to cope with daily bombings during the Blitz in London. One of the most amazing books I've read about this is called Wartime Letters From Britain. The book is a compilation of letters that British citizens wrote during the war, many of them to friends and family overseas in America. The letters about the Blitz are especially moving. Their words just struck me with such awe at what those people had to live through and yet they had such a positive fighting spirit through it all. I read one letter where this woman mentioned that some people complained when the daily bombings weren't "on time" because they scheduled their lives around their regularity. Another woman wrote about how she stole upstairs to take a bath during one of the air raids and she stared out of her darkened room to the city-scape being lit up by the bombs and how strangely beautiful it was while at the same time being so horrifying because of the power of their destruction. Gripping, powerful stuff! I highly, highly recommend reading the book!
On that note, I decided to try another recipe from my Victory Cookbook compiled by Margeurite Patten. Poor Knight's Fritters caught my eye. They looked a little like French toast fingers only they're sandwiched with jam. Interesting! I've heard of similar things before in England, but had never tried them. Today was my chance! I love that the recipe says the cooking time is only a few minutes. Just what I needed. They were so easy: all the recipe requires is bread, a filling such as jam, syrup, or thick fruit puree, a little margarine, some fat to fry them in and optional things like reconstituted egg and a little milk.
Bread, a lovely rhubarb cherry raspberry jam, butter, milk, and some reconstituted egg.
I only had 5 slices of bread, but this recipe is very easily adaptable to what you have on hand, which is nice! I used butter. I seriously considered buying margarine to use for these recipes, but I read the label and just couldn't bring myself to buy it. It's full of all sorts of horrible things I don't want my family to be eating. And it's really hard to say if margarine now is really all that equal to 1940s margarine... Butter's the same though!
Four slices of bread were dedicated to jam. But I really wanted to finally open my jar of British golden syrup I've had sitting around for awhile. So, I busted it out. Hooray!
Golden syrup is a thick cane syrup with a delightful buttery, butterscotch flavor to it. My guess is that it's either got some of molasses in it or it's made from browned sugar. My bet is on the latter. It's true that there's nothing quite like it, so if a recipe calls for it, don't substitute!
I scraped a thin layer of butter on one half of my slices, including the odd end slice which I cut in half. I was really sparing with the butter just to get into the spirit of the butter rationing. The other half of slices I spread jam on the bread and the golden syrup went on the little half slice.
Four jam fingers and one golden syrup finger got dipped in the optional coating of reconstituted egg and a bit of milk. The others were left plain. Then I fried them in a pan with butter, flipping halfway through.
Frying them up in butter! Lard may have been a good choice too since it would have been a cleaner taste without the milk fat and salt.
The last step was to sprinkle them with sugar. I used a bit less than a teaspoon. Don't they look delicious?! And they were. I was pleasantly surprised with how the ones with the golden syrup turned out. That gorgeous sweet and butterscotch flavor with the saltiness of the butter and crunch of sugar was awesome. The ones that were coated in egg and milk were more on the soggy side, but they were nice. And the added protein is always a bonus. This is a very quick, easy, and yummy dessert or tea time snack. You know what else? They remind me of a funky 1940s healthier version of Pop Tarts. Haha!
I am aware of margarine during the war. I haven't done a ton of research into margarine itself, so that is interesting to know about the difference in margarine before and during the war. I remember someone telling me that for them, mixing in the yellow dye was a childhood chore, and not one of their favorite things to do, much like, I imagine, churning butter. :-) Thank you for the links! I'll be sure to check them out.


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Nestled on the hills of Kalimpong in West Bengal, Morgan House Tourist Lodge would give the feel of the old palace that you might have read in some of the Ghost Book. The architecture of this spookiest property is with raw bricks wall that are covered with green moss is sure to take you back to the British Era. But, that isn't the end as what gave me goosebumps was the the paranormal activities that is reported to take place at the hotel. If we dig a little deep, originally the lodge was a home to a British man named George Morgan which was built in the year 1930′s and was deserted after the death of Lady Morgan. Since then it is believed that it is the ghost of Lady Morgan that keeps haunting the place. Also, people who have come for staying at this haunted hotel reported that they have heard the weird sounds of a lady walking in heels in the corridor.
Visiting Fern Hill Hotel in Ooty which is yet another ghostly getaway where you would feel like living the classic British era because of its amazing architecture. If you are a Bollywood fan and have watched the movie 'Raaz' which was shot Ooty, you could now imagine the next horrifying incident which I am going to share. One night after the shoot, the team of Raaz including the famous choreographer Saroj Khan experienced some strange activity in the hotel like the creepy sound of the furniture moving to the first floor. Out of fear, they tried calling the receptionist. Next morning, when they tried to bring forward the incident to the hotel staff, they were surprised and said that there was no first floor. Isn't it really scary??? After the incident, the hotel got shut for a while due to the paranormal activities.
You won't find this hotel to be among the luxurious hotels but it is the paranormal activities taking place in the hotel that has made Hotel Raj Kiran one of the famous and most haunted hotels to stay in India. The guests who have stayed here, reported their experiences to have taken place from a room in the corner behind the reception of this hotel. One such incident is, the guests staying in the room were thrilled when they found their bedsheet being slightly pulled off when they were asleep. Also, the witness a ray of blue light when waking up at midnight. The current scenario is that the hotel management has stopped providing rooms to the guests anymore. But you can still make a visit to this Haunted attractions in Lonavala.
The place Hotel Lakeview situated in Ooty has the most beautiful architecture. But the locals believe and have found out it to be haunted as they have heard it from the guests who have stayed here. The blood-curdling tale is supposed to be like someone crying during midnight on full moon days. So would you dare to book your perfect spooky stay at the Hotel Lakeview?
Talking about the film city, one could connect the spirits and ghosts with the list of Bollywood movies. The film city was built on the battlefield of Nizams, and it is strongly believed to be haunted by the ghosts of the those who died in the war. Why I have listed the hotels around the film city as haunted because the guests and film-making staff have experienced strange supernatural activities around the hotels which were truly hair-raising. Some of the incidents include that the lights falling off from the roof, light men being pushed off, Urdu words inscribed on the mirror and leftover food found scattered all over.
Travelling to Goa? Well, the hotel was to be built by the Russians but due to the legal twist and few other complications they had to leave the country and their half-built hotel project behind. Perhaps it was during that time when they sighted the spine-chilling activities as the place is reported to have sighted many ghosts. Also, it is the atmosphere surrounding the area that has empty spaces and the jungle adding spooky touch to the incomplete hotel. If nothing you can make a visit to this most haunted incomplete building in India (only if you are somebody who isn't scared of such activities).


Registration begins on February 1!
The Ride Around Torch is an annual one-day 26, 40, 63, or 100 mile bicycle tour primarily along the scenic shores of Torch Lake, Michigan's longest and one of its most beautiful inland lakes with unusually clear, bright turquoise hued waters. Several villages and hamlets lie along the lake's shore including Alden, Eastport, Clam River and Torch River. You will enjoy a recreational, social tour that is neither a race nor a test of strength, although the very hilly 100 mile route can be a challenge.
The 26 mile ride is an out and back around the north end of Elk Lake through Torch River to the food stop at Crystal Beach Park. It features the same hills and flats of the other routes only less.
The 40 mile ride was added in 2016 and proved to be very popular. This route will extend the 26 mile ride from the Crystal Beach Park food stop, by going east, then north through the charming village of Alden, toward Clam River, before looping back to the Crystal Beach food stop. The route will then rejoin the 26 mile route to the post ride picnic in Elk Rapids.
Our signature 63 mile ride circles Torch Lake passing through Eastport, Clam River, Alden and Torch River with hills, flats, scenic views and multiple food stops. A shortcut is available that reduces the ride to just over 50 miles.
The 100 mile ride is a challenging century with the rolling shoreline of Torch Lake, numerous extreme hills and then some. Racing clusters are not recommended.
Digital GPS versions of our routes are available for download/export from the online RideWithGPS service. Printable versions are downloadable in a PDF format.
Maps will also be provided in your pre-registration packet and at registration.
Save $$$ by registering early! Tour is limited to 1200 riders!
Scrumptious picnic lunch at the Elk Rapids Village Beach from noon to 4:00 pm featuring all locally sourced hamburgers, hot dogs, bratwursts, black bean veggie burgers, redskin potato salad, homemade creamy cole slaw, asparagus and prosciutto orzo salad, Italian pasta salad, fresh fruit and more!
Showers at Elk Rapids High School until 4:00 pm.
Packet pick-up / Day of Event registration is 7:00-10:00 am at the Elk Rapids High School. Save $$$ by registering prior to the tour: see Fees and Registration.
The Elk Rapids High School is located on the east side of Elk Rapids, MI, about 17 miles north of Traverse City on US31. At the traffic light on US31, turn east on Ames Street and follow the signs to the high school. For MapQuest directions from your location, click here.
All routes finish at the Elk Rapids Village Beach at the west end of River Street. Directions back to the high school are on the route maps.
Questions may be directed to ratdirector@cherrycapitalcyclingclub.org.
Information on hotels, motels and camping may be obtained from the Elk Rapids Chamber of Commerce and the Traverse City Convention and Visitors Bureau.
Cancellation deadline is July 6.
The Cherry Capital Cycling Club is an all volunteer organization dedicated to the promotion of bicycling in the Grand Traverse area.


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Watch Roger Federer reflect on winning start to grass-court season at Halle Open
Roger Federer was in a contented mood after he made it through to the second round of the Halle Open with a straight-sets win over John Millman.
The Swiss top seed and 20-time grand slam champion required a tie-break to prevail in the first set against the Australian, before sealing an eventual 7-6 (1) 6-3 victory.
This triumph heralded the start of the grass-court season for the 37-year-old, which he hopes will end with another Wimbledon victory.
See his thoughts about his form above:
Watch Roger Federer react to winning his 10th Halle title
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Rafael Nadal takes satisfaction in enduring a rocky path to his 12th French Open title
Press Association Sport 10/06/2019
Rafael Nadal took satisfaction from the journey not just the destination after overcoming a difficult period to lift his 12th title at the French Open.
It was a repeat of last year's final and the Spaniard dropped a set this time but hit back brutally to defeat Dominic Thiem 6-3, 5-7, 6-1, 6-1 and win a 12th French Open title.
Nadal now stands on his own as the most successful singles player, male or female, at a single grand slam having moved clear of the 11 titles won by Margaret Court at the Australian Open.
But what appeared routine from the outside, the 33-year-old losing just two sets all tournament, felt far from that way inside Nadal's camp.
Coach Carlos Moya said: "It's been the toughest period for sure since I'm there. It was really hard. He really had to push himself to the limit to be back on the court, to practise, to be motivated.
Painful French Open defeat set Simona Halep on path to Wimbledon glory
Another career highlight for Roger Federer as he gets the better of old rival Rafael Nadal in Wimbledon semis
"He had an unbelievable attitude in those bad moments and that's what took him here today.
"Hats off to what he's done this month and a half because it's easy to play well when all the things are working well but what he's been through this last couple of months is showing what a competitor he is and mentally that he's a genius."
Nadal missed the end of last season because of knee trouble and then a foot operation and he was forced onto the sidelines again after Indian Wells in March when his knees gave him further problems.
Crazy dreams take crazy effort.
18 career majors. 12 French titles. Congratulations @RafaelNadal. #justdoit pic.twitter.com/AoHOXKIqOn
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"After Indian Wells, mentally I was down," he said. "It's tough when you receive one (punch), another, and then sometimes you are groggy."
Nadal pinpointed a first-round victory over Leonardo Mayer at the Barcelona Open in April, where he had to come back from a set down, as the turning point.
He said: "After the first round in Barcelona, I was able to stay alone for a couple of hours in the room and think about what was going on, what I needed to do.
"One possibility was to stop for a while and recover my body. And the other was to change drastically my attitude and my mentality. Finally I think I was able to change and was able to fight back for every small improvement. And since that match things have been improving every single day until today.
"Of course to have this trophy with me means a lot. But the personal satisfaction of changing the dynamic is the thing that I am more satisfied with."
Nadal now has 18 slam titles overall, meaning for the first time he has closed to within two of his great rival Roger Federer, whose all-time men's record of 20 titles appears increasingly within reach for either Nadal or Djokovic.
"It's a motivation, but it's not my obsession," said Nadal. "You can't be frustrated all the time because the neighbour has a bigger house than you or a bigger TV or better garden. That's not the way that I see life."
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Andy Murray hints at return to competitive tennis in time for Wimbledon open
Andy Murray is confident he can return to competitive tennis and has hinted at a doubles spot at Wimbledon.
The two-time Wimbledon champion announced plans to retire after this year's championship due to injury in January, expressing doubt as to whether he would even make it to the All England Club.
Murray has all but ruled out an appearance in the singles draw, nearly four months after surgery on a career-threatening hip problem, but he could return to SW19 by playing doubles.
He told The Times: "I would say there is very little chance I would play singles during the grass (season).
"Potentially doubles, but I'm not trying to get ready for singles just now.
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"The thing I said before was that, if I wasn't feeling good, there was more chance that I would play and then stop after Wimbledon.
"Whereas if it's feeling good, it makes a bit more sense to give it time to make sure that it's as good as possible before I try to play singles on it.
"Because I've only just started moving now, to get ready for the grass singles-wise I would have to be doing that for two and a half to three weeks before Queen's, and that would only give me five or six days of building up to start running properly. It's not enough time."
Murray has upped his recovery and has been practising with Australian Nick Kyrgios on a clay court at Wimbledon.
He was also encouraged by the recovery of Bob Bryan, the American doubles player who had the same surgery in August aged 40.
"I don't have pain," Murray said. "I just need to see how good the hip can get really. I know from seeing what Bob Bryan has done that for doubles it will be absolutely fine.
"I will need to see from there how it would work singles-wise. It has been really good so far.
"I'm playing lots of golf. I don't have any pain walking round the course and swinging clubs. When I'm on the court hitting, it has been perfect.
"If I continue to feel good, then I will obviously give it a shot in singles and see what happens. Whereas in doubles I am pretty certain I will be able to play, just based on having an example to look at."
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We have a wealth of technology in the call center, but companies frequently underutilize it or poorly apply it to business needs. Now is a great time to review your deployments and find ways to optimize their business value – through technology, process, and/or people changes.
and databases. Call centers need to review or define a call path carefully, end-to-end, to apply the technology properly. Skills capabilities allow agents to handle various call types and priorities, and conditional routing makes "if…then…" decisions for each call. Most centers focus on phone calls, but also "route" emails and perhaps fax, mail, or even text chat as part of contact handling.
So as we look at routing and skills, we also need to consider it across media. Many problems in contact centers are due to overly complicated routing and skills. Making skill structures too granular makes it difficult to effectively route, track, manage, and optimize.
It puts customers through needless gyrations to call different numbers, navigate prompts, and bounce around queues. "Command center" staff move calls and/or agents around to try to match resources to workload, rather than letting the technology work on their behalf.
And in the end, callers often end up in the same place in spite of all these efforts. At the other end of the spectrum, some centers suffer from overly simplified routing and skills. They put everyone into one bucket and expect their "super agents" to do it all. They wind up with a high transfer rate and low first call resolution.
Each call center needs to strike the right balance, applying technology effectively to meet business needs.
define routing paths with the right conditional options but not too many gyrations.
why) or what works and what doesn't.
engine. You've got to be able to route, track, and optimize more than just phone calls.
routing and skills right is continuous improvement; few environments are truly static.
Tie routing and skills technology into the process and people aspects as well.
among all that data. Since reporting is the key tool for assessing the health of the center and identifying areas for improvement, and one nearly every center invests in, let's talk about how to get the most out of that investment.
First, I hear and appreciate the frustration with many vendor reporting packages. One hundred or more standard reports can be overwhelming. It's tempting to provide access to lots of reports for fear that a useful insight might otherwise be lost. It's equally tempting to avoid the overload by using a few reports for a few simple things or worse, the wrong things, thus missing the opportunity to create the focus on the business goals.
Apparently, the strongest temptation, because we see it so often, is dumping data into Excel or Access, presumably to get it into a manageable form in a familiar tool. The latter may "work," but it's not a good long-term strategy. It pains me to see clients spend tens if not hundreds of thousands of dollars on management reporting packages to accompany their routing and skills capabilities and then deploy small armies to manipulate data in spreadsheets. Beyond the obvious hit to the bottom line, it's a time-intensive, error-prone coping mechanism that doesn't scale.
The mysteries of these one-off reports result in second guessing and data distrust, and sometimes independent calculations that reap different results. Heaven forbid one report (which we've even heard referred to by the author's name, such as the "Bob Report") from one data manipulation guru – I mean analyst – says something different about a crucial performance indicator than another report.
I'm also concerned about folks who focus almost exclusively on historical reports and the "I know what happened" explanation that comes with it. Real-time reports offer the possibility of doing something about what is happening, addressing key performance requirements such as Service Level. Reports aren't meant to be yesterday's news. They are calls to action – both tactical and strategic.
1. Define a metrics strategy to focus on the right key performance indicators for your business and operational goals. Then specify what information should go to whom, how often, in what form, via what channel. Create a consistent focus across the organization and use reporting to reinforce and optimize performance.
2. Create a business analyst role to maximize the value you get from your real-time and historical reports. Define "triggers" to address performance issues in real-time along with appropriate action plans. Use trending and analysis to define strategic changes in processes, staffing, technology use, and more. Work with routing and skills analysts, quality monitoring staff, training, and IT to institute changes and track results.
3. Use the systems on which you've spent the big bucks. Invest in training so your people know how to use the tools and customize only when necessary. Make sure your front line supervisors and managers work effectively with the information they receive. And help CSRs understand how the information can help them balance productivity with quality service to the customer.
4. Define governance for report creation and distribution to avoid becoming slaves to the system and constantly creating unique, little used reports. Have a business reason for creating new reports, adding new metrics (more is not always better), and distributing more information to more people.
about the current environment and stimulating coordinated action by all affected parts. In the worst case, they fire off the wrong responses, overwhelm the receptors with too much information, fail to warn of impending danger, or some combination of all three.
• Limited diversity in the scorecard data – mostly repackaged ACD stats, perhaps with a dash of QM – which fails to account for voice of the customer, IVR performance, schedule adherence, cost/revenue numbers, and other KPIs.
• Too many KPIs ("Just measure them all!") and/or conflicting KPIs with little concern for how the data drives – or fails to drive – performance.
management's role is to understand the "big picture" and resist temptation to dive into the weeds. A strategy provides the focus and alignment everyone needs to do their part.
2. Choose the right data from the right sources to create a balanced view of the center's performance, along with each individual's contribution to the collective. Paint a comprehensive picture, but don't inundate the viewers with too much information.
3. Take time to educate the team on the metrics strategy and how it relates to the center's business objectives. Communicate how and why the metrics were chosen, what they mean to the center and the individual, and how they'll be used to monitor and enhance the team's performance.
Create business processes to specify who does what under what circumstances with information provided on scorecards. Address real-time operational protocols to meet critical metrics such as service level. Provide opportunities for feedback, coaching, and personal development to help individuals raise their skills and competencies. Note trends and root causes that affect the whole organization and engage the training, IT, and process optimization folks to launch performance improvement initiatives. Use results to recognize individual and team successes.


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Metropolitan Lincoln, a dealership close to Ford headquarters is ultimate its doorways after greater than part a century within the industry and blaming the death of Mercury as the basis lead to.
DETROIT, M.I. – Michigan Lincoln sellers are studying considered one of their very own is shutting its doorways ceaselessly as Metropolitan Lincoln, before referred to as Stu Evans Lincoln Mercury is now closed after greater than 50 years in industry.
John Obeid, broker/operator of Metropolitan Lincoln, brazenly thanked the just about ninety workers of the dealership, a few of that have been with the broker for greater than two decades.
The dealership used to be based in 1945 via Stu Evans of Detroit Pink Wings status. In keeping with Crain's Detroit Industry, the dealership used to be some of the leaders in new-automotive and truck gross sales for a few years.
Final yr Metropolitan Lincoln used to be considered one of seven Lincoln dealerships within the country to obtain Ford's Triple Crown Award for customer support, however the dealership and house owners weren't resistant to hardships all through its historical past. Stu Evans' grandson John Evans was proprietor of the dealership in 1993 and filed for chapter in 2008. That very same yr John Evans used to be additionally topic to court cases alleging mortgage defaults, a repossession of his car stock, and consumer lawsuits a few software that falsely promised to pay the stability in their car rentals.
Without reference to the ones issues, a couple of feedback made on Car Information concerning the dealership's final found out unhappiness to "see a very long time Lincoln broker go out the industry" and emotions that "Ford made an enormous mistake leaving behind Mercury." Others have shared the similar sentiment of dropping industry considering Ford ended Mercury as MI Car Occasions has prior to now said.
In that publish, a few Lincoln sellers stated Ford used to be failing to provide the incentives they had to transition Mercury house owners to the Lincoln logo. Along with the loss of incentives, Michigan Lincoln sellers took some other hit as Ford introduced it is time to renovate or close down.
It is not likely a flailing industry will have the ability to spend a standard of $ 1 million to satisfy the brand new necessities; Metropolitan Lincoln would possibly quickly be joined via extra Michigan Lincoln sellers, particularly with Ford's affirmation that it plans to scale back its Lincoln sellers to 325 retail outlets via the shut of 2011.
There would possibly, then again, be a few optimism shifting ahead as June gross sales numbers for Lincoln higher through 17 % over June 2010, however many sellers could also be brooding about if they may be able to maintain the ones numbers or if they're going to be the following broker to fall.


(Update) How to Become a Successful Entrepreneur: Advice from Marc Beer, Co-founder and CEO of Renovia, Inc.
Becoming a successful entrepreneur is no easy endeavor. It requires focus, purpose, persistence, leadership, and the ability to embrace and learn from failure. Marc Beer, co-founder and CEO of Renovia, Inc., a startup medical technology company, embodies these qualities.
In this article, we'll share some of Beer's top tips and tricks for aspiring entrepreneurs.
With decades of experience in innovation and entrepreneurship, Marc Beer has valuable advice for aspiring entrepreneurs. Here are Beer's top tips and tricks for future business leaders.
Before starting a new business, you'll need substantial savings and/or venture capital (financing). Even successful businesses rarely earn a substantial profit in the first few years. Beer recommends starting your business with enough money to pay the bills for at least the first year. Remember that you will need to pay both the bills for your business and your personal expenses.
If you do have a lot of funding to start with, don't forget to focus on building your business as well. Regardless of how much money you have now, you must create a business that will eventually generate revenue and turn a profit.
The bottom line is this: Starting a business is expensive. Make sure you have a plan!
In addition to money, starting a new business requires you to invest a substantial amount of time. Beer says you'll need to spend "at least 18 hours a day" on your new business.
Of course, this will require you to sacrifice time with your loved ones, as well as your "me" time. Prepare your family and yourself for this change. It's important to be realistic about the sacrifices successful entrepreneurship requires.
Even if your family and friends don't support your endeavors, you must believe in yourself. Believe in your vision and that you have what it takes to succeed. Without focus and confidence, it's unlikely that your business will flourish.
Marc Beer says, "Successful entrepreneurs do not allow their emotions to guide their behaviors." When making important decisions and addressing problems, ensure that your emotions are under control.
Brainstorm potential issues before they arise and make a logical plan: "If _______ occurs, then I will ________." This way, you won't react emotionally. Be aware of what situations trigger negative emotions. Find ways to manage these emotions so that you're not distracted from the job at hand.
When you experience failure, ask yourself what you have learned as a result. What went wrong? What will you do differently in the future? Beer says, "When you learn from failures, you can do things differently the next time, and you might get it right!" Don't focus on the failure; focus on the lesson.
If you practice patience and the ability to "delay the reward," you'll find that success comes to you much faster than expected.
When you begin to meet your goals, Beer recommends, take some time to help other people realize their goals as well. Not only is "paying it forward" rewarding, but it also helps you experience continued success.
Marc Beer has over 25 years of development and commercialization experience in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, devices, and diagnostics. In August 2016, Beer founded Renovia alongside partners Ramon Iglesias, MD and Yolanda Lorie.
After graduating from Miami University with a BS in Business, Beer held various sales and marketing positions in the pharmaceutical and diagnostic divisions of Abbott Laboratories. He then worked in sales and marketing at Genzyme, eventually becoming the Vice President of Global Marketing. There, Beer helped launch gene-based applications treating a variety of rare disorders around the world.
In April 2000, Beer became the founding CEO of ViaCell, a biotechnology company specializing in the collection, preservation, and development of umbilical cord blood stem cells. Under Beer's leadership, the company grew rapidly and was eventually acquired by PerkinElmer.
Beer has also served as a member of the board of directors of Erytech Pharma. He was Founding Chairman of the board of directors and chairman of the compensation committee of Good Start Genetics, Inc., recently acquired by InVitae. He is the Founding Chairman of the board, chairman of the compensation committee, and member of the audit committee of Minerva Neurosciences Inc. He has served as a Strategic Consultant to OvaScience, which specializes in treatment options for infertility, and is a member of the board of directors of the Joe Andruzzi Cancer Foundation.
Renovia is a women's health organization that pursues cost-effective care for pelvic floor disorders, which impact an estimated 250 million women. The innovative company aims to provide better products for first-line diagnosis and treatment of these conditions.
Marc Beer intends to lead the company's development through a combination of innovative and proprietary sensory technologies with a digital health platform. Patient-based app technology and data management provide patients with valuable information that can produce new treatment options.
In 2018, Renovia's first product, Leva, was approved by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Beer obtained funding from the Longwood Fund, an investing group focused on health care issues. Series B funding was led by the The Perceptive Advisers of New York and Ascension Ventures of Missouri. With this funding, four Renovia products were developed and tested. Beer plans to produce a new generation of Leva.
Make a significant time commitment.
Believe in your vision and yourself.
Handle issues logically instead of emotionally.
Learn and grow from mistakes.
Be patient and enjoy the process.
Help others succeed as you experience success.
By following these words of wisdom from Marc Beer, co-founder and CEO of Renovia, you can turn your big idea into a successful reality too.
Marc Beer helped Renovia secure $42 million in an investment deal to advance its production of digital medical devices for pelvic floor disorders. In part of the Series B round, Mr. Beer secured $10 million in venture debt. Also, the Longwood Fund invested in Renovia. As a medical-centered investment firm, the Longwood Fund was one of Renovia's earlier investors. Ascension Ventures from Missouri and Perceptive Advisors from New York joined in the investment as well. Renovia will use the new funds to continue its development and testing of several diagnostic and therapeutic products. One of its focus points is developing new innovations for its well-known Leva digital technology device.
The investment funds will help the company strengthen its position as a leader in the future of pelvic floor disorder medical treatments. Medical device manufacturers and health care practitioners have discovered the mistakes of past methods such as mesh implants. With Renovia, there are safer innovations that could improve life for many people with pelvic floor disorders in the future. Mr. Beer hopes to use his past experiences in new health care developments to benefit patients and professionals by developing new products and improving existing technologies.
In an interview, Mr. Beer said that he was thrilled to have support from a group of the health care industry's leading investors. Also, he said that he was happy about the investors sharing Renovia's vision of improving diagnostics, improving treatments and ultimately improving the lives of patients with pelvic floor disorders. Mr. Beer added that combining Renovia's special sensor technologies and form factors with an advanced health care platform will improve understanding of pelvic floor disorders, and it may eventually reduce the costs of long-term care for patients.
Renovia is based in Boston, Massachusetts. Designed to improve the quality of life for pelvic floor disorder patients, the biotechnology company started in 2016. The company's use of special sensor technologies that it has in its digital health platform give it the ability to help health professionals visualize and treat pelvic floor disorders while they collect important data at the same time. With this data, health professionals have a better understanding of a patient's current status and can make more accurate prognostic predictions.
Although Renovia's focus is on treating pelvic floor disorders, it does not overshadow the importance of addressing underlying issues that cause problems that may lead to pelvic floor muscle weakness. The company's products are designed to blend with full treatment plans that help patients gain and keep strength.
Today, Renovia is working on fusing special app-based technologies and data systems with FDA-approved medical devices to give patients more control over the health of their pelvic floor muscles. Renovia's special Apple mobile app works with the company's patented sensors and other technologies to communicate important information to care providers that enhance performance, show progress and nurture value-based care.
Mr. Beer is the CEO of Renovia, and his leadership team thrives on helping one another. The team consists of talented individuals from a wide range of disciplines in the medical field. With their combined experience and talent, they work hard to understand the needs of their market and to develop products with compliance, safety, regulatory and financial aspects in mind. The team believes that products should meet every critical requirement to be useful to patients, health care professionals and caregivers at the same time.
Show passion and determination for customers and patients.
Promote a sense of urgency.
Use the highest levels of integrity and ethics at all times.
Approach life with a humble, fun and purpose-driven attitude.
Make creativity and innovation top priorities to deliver the best results.
With the help of Yolanda Lorie and Ramon Iglesias, Marc Beer started Renovia. Mr. Beer graduated from Miami University in 1987 with a bachelor's degree in business. During the next decade, he served in several marketing and directing roles. Mr. Beer advanced into the medical field and was active in several biotechnology startups. He has more than 25 years of experience in commercialization and development in biotechnology, diagnostics, medical devices and pharmaceuticals. In one of his ventures, he helped grow a startup to more than 300 employees.
In addition to his many entrepreneurial successes, Mr. Beer enjoys taking part in other committees that promote the advancement of medical technologies. As a founding member, he serves as the chairman for the Good Start Genetics Compensation Committee. He is also the chairman of the organization's board of directors. Mr. Beer was a founding member of the Minerva Neurosciences Inc. Audit Committee, and he also serves as the chairman for it. To help promote education and research, Mr. Beer is a member of Notre Dame's Graduate Studies Research and Miami University's Business Advisory Council.
Renovia's recent investment has the potential to change the lives of many women. More than 50 percent of women under the age of 60 may have weakened pelvic floor muscles. The pelvic floor consists of several individual but connected muscles that work together to support the bladder and other pelvic organs.
In many cases, women who now have a weakened pelvic floor had children in the past. However, other factors can contribute to weakening of the muscles in that area. One of the common results of weakened pelvic floor muscles is bladder leakage. With special exercises and treatment, women can strengthen their pelvic floor muscles and reduce leakage or incontinence.
Pelvic floor exercises are usually the first treatment solution for women with weakened muscles, and surgery is reserved for more severe cases since it comes with risks and complications. Some women may be treated with medication, which can also come with side effects. Renovia designed Leva to enhance exercise programs and to help women maximize their effectiveness. Leva is Renovia's first product. It gained FDA approval in April last year and grew in popularity after it went on the market.
Leva is designed to serve as a digital trainer for women who need to strengthen their pelvic floor muscles. It is a non-surgical solution that includes a wireless vaginal probe, which works with an app. When the probe is inserted, it detects movements and transmits real-time information about how the user is exercising. With this data, health professionals can analyze patterns to determine the effectiveness of exercise movements. Leva is designed to help women who have moderate or mild urinary incontinence.
One of the reasons why women do not see positive results after doing exercises for some time is because they do them incorrectly. They may do them correctly at first but may alter them after a while. It may be hard to tell if the muscles are moving upward or downward for some people. When women have a visual representation of what they are doing, they can see which muscles are being targeted and which way they are moving. There are clear visual images for when the user is at rest or in motion. Also, some women do not follow their exercise regimens strictly. The app includes other features that help women stay on track and measure their progress. Leva's exercise routine takes about five minutes to complete.
Renovia's leadership team is excited to see how the investment will help Leva advance and new programs develop in the future. The company recently announced the launch of a program called REDUCE, which is a multi-center randomized controlled trial to study the effects of the Leva device and app. Vice President Jessica McKinney said that the gap between urinary incontinence and care access is too big. She also mentioned the large gap between pelvic floor physical therapy and surgical alternatives. With the new REDUCE study and the continual improvement efforts of Renovia's team, the company hopes to help close those gaps to reduce the amount of unnecessary surgeries and to help women regain long-term control of their pelvic floor muscles.
Mr. Beer is confident that his team will make great progress after this investment. One of his philosophies is to create a workforce of enthusiastic professionals who meet the company's complete needs together. He believes in bringing in the absolute best people for each role to achieve success.
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Marc Beer is such a successful businessman, now I see why. The advice he gives is spot on and I wish I would have known these "tips" way back. What I find heartwarming is the fact he's helping others succeed after he has, he's willing to share his experiences so others can avoid the mistakes he's done. Very good article with lots to learn from!
These are very good points to remember if a person is going to try to make it in this world of startups. My biggest concern is startup money for the business aspect also.
Marc Beer has over 25 years of development and commercialization experience in biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, devices, and diagnostics. In August 2016, Beer founded Renovia alongside partners Ramon Iglesias, MD and Yolanda Lorie. Renovia is a women's health organization that pursues cost-effective care for pelvic floor disorders, which impact an estimated 250 million women.
"Be willing to sacrifice" – that's the one I have the hardest time with. It really does take a lot of sacrifice to make something big happen, but it's usually worth it, or so I hear, and so it would seem in Marc's case. Learning from failure is one I see a lot of people missing out on. Too much time beating themselves up and not enough finding out the why so they don't repeat.
This is very informative and well described. It's easy to understand all the points being made about how to become a successful entrepreneur. I've always wanted to start my own company, so this post was exactly what I needed to read. I will use all of the tools here right away. I enjoyed it a lot and will share what I learned with all my friends.
I dream to be an entrepreneur but my family doesn't support me till now.
I graduated but unemployed for 3 months and started to think that they might be right.
But after reading this article, I got my confidence back. I will fight for my dream.
Its a great article for those people who wants to be a entrepreneur in his life.I am going to run a business very soon and I think this article will help me a lot. beside the learning its a motivational article I think personally. Thanks for sharing us such kind of article.
This is inspiring stuff. Thanks for taking the time to list this all out for us. I am going to use this as motivation going forward and hopefully it will inspire others to do the same as well. Well done!
Mr. Mc Beer's recommendations for future entrepreneurs are very valuable … they can save you valuable time and resources … I liked the way he emphasizes the importance of carrying out a financial plan in the company's business. , because this will help you better to have a guide and see all the resources that one needs to take off with success. However, the most important thing is to believe in yourself, without that nothing can be achieved.
As with most things in life, confidence and focus is really key here. Marc mentions you may have to be alone for a while and interact less with family and friends, which makes your inner strength and determination and purpose that much more important to succeed. You have to have that foundation to fall back on that will get you through the tough of times. This was a great read. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and experiences Marc!
It is always great to enforce out of the box thinking.. Some of these key points mentioned in the article doesn't even cross most people's minds. Great information to be learned from this good article!
This article definitely seems like it has some trusting information. Becoming an entrepreneur is a relevant interest to many many people and a lot of us need all the advice and information that we can get. It can be hard to make it as an entrepreneur and you want to find information that will make you feel confident and thats exactly what this article does.
Many people are becoming entrepreneurs these days, and there's a lot of competition. It's important to think everything through and have a plan if you're going to compete. It's a good idea to read up on things like this from those that were successful to know what you're in for.
this is a very informative article. very interesting to read and its well written. And becoming an entrepreneur is changeling since there is so much competition. And i believe Marc Beer is a great entrepreneur and i do really thank him for writing this for all of to read about his ideas. Loved the way he emphasizes the significance of working out a financial plan.
These are inspirational words man. I have a couple of ideas I have been kicking around for the past year, but I always think there's no way I can take them all the way to customers. I think Marc's story is a decent template I can follow to get to success, maybe. I'm rising through the corporate ranks right now, but I have a bit of time until I hit his impressive 25 years of experience. This goes to show that a little age can be helpful, not harmful, too.
Great advice for those of us who are aspiring entrepreneurs! I agree that it takes a good bit of sacrifice to get your business where you want it to be. I learned how much it takes in terms of cash flow so I definitely agree that having a financial plan is essential and should be one's first step!
I'm definitely bookmarking this article. This was very insightful, great tips and knowledge. Creating a great business you have to learn from your mistakes and be persistent, stay true and focus. I lack the confidence to even begin my own business, I pray that I get out of my own way and just go for it.
This article about Marc Beer and how to be an entrepreneur and the steps one has to take to be successful is displayed here. The steps all speak volume here but the one that stands out the most to me is believing in your vision and yourself if you don't have that you have nothing. Thank you, Marc, for sharing these values with all of us.
this is a very good article on the advise of Marc Beer for success. in here have noticed very valuable points that we should gain. we must learn from our fallings and fails on facing future as a success character.that is a one significant point that i can mention.absolutely this is a great work of writer and hope for more.
You are a good inpirational person and all of the interviews of yours are very much helpful for all type of peopleMr. Mc Beer's recommendations for future entrepreneurs are very valuable … they can save you valuable time and resources … I liked the way he emphasizes the importance of carrying out a financial plan in the company's business.
This is terribly informative and well delineate. It's straightforward to grasp all the points being created regarding the way to become a successful bourgeois. I've continually wished to start out my very own company, therefore this post was precisely what I required to scan. i'll use all of the tools here promptly. I enjoyed it plenty and can share what I learned with all my friends.
These ar superb points to recollect if someone goes to undertake to create it during this world of startups. My biggest concern is startup cash for the business side additionally.
I too believe that contributing to our Community is a good and one of the best ideas for bringing in business of any kind. This fact is what stood out throughout this whole post. Thanks for sharing and for expending my knowledge base. You have really good info here and look forward to seeing more that you have to offer.
I thought it was very inspiring and good concepts in winning. It doesn't matter how much money you have in order to be a winner. It is on what you learn on your journey. Everybody makes mistakes but learning from them and using your hard time to grow you and then you can be consider a winner. As long as you put your mind to it you can accomplish anything.
There is a lot of wisdom in this article. As a Small Business owner myself FEAR was a big hurdle for me. I realized i was passing on a lot of opportunities being intimidated or scared i wasn't going to succeed. Once you break that your abilities are endless. Marc Beer i wish i heard your tips and advice earlier your awesome!
This is a bit different from the advice that I've become accustomed to seeing. Instead of doing micro-experiments to test for product market fit, Marc Beer seems to be saying you should make a plan and then put 100% of your time, money, and energy into the plan. You better know what your doing to go about it that way.
Great advice from this article for entrepreneurs! It's very helpful to prepare for starting a business. To be successful, we have to invest more than just money. We must understand the sacrifices we have to make and have a relentless focus on the goal. Most of all, enjoy the process and all learning experiences.
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the website changed entirely into an Indonesian airline, maybe updated link?
Hi this is a person who has played the game and couldn't find the game for odd reasons. But I have noticed that the game isn't there when after almost a year of not playing this great game I had found it, but like I said it isn't there or has it been moved for certain reasons or did it get shut down. I would love to know what happened to it.
The link doesn't work for me either; apparently (as mentioned earlier on this page) the link doesn't work since July 5, 2014 (if you check the OP's profile you'll find that he hasn't been online since August 23, 2014, so this probably won't be updated anytime soon).
Website is back! Well, kinda... It's a WW2 game now?
Yes, I know I bumped it, but it's related.
What happend to this game? it leads to like a ww2 site.


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For the record, the Local Government packages are cheaper than the older-model licenses, servers, and full-time staff required for a GIS department just a few years ago. That's been a big part of the sales pitch, even for consulting firms partnered with ESRI to offer Local Government solutions. And GIS salaries have been falling lately, partly because of the economy, but in part — if the conversations I overheard are any indicator — because managers and municipal leaders are under the impression the newer model software requires far less skill to set up and support.
Except, the Local Government models aren't as cheap as they sound. They still require licensing, setup, and support. And, if initial user experience is any indicator, these solutions can require a lot of setup and support experience. (Definitely more challenging than getting server-level MS Office up and running.) They're just easier for end users such as parking or police departments and citizens.
This can be disheartening to GIS Professionals who have invested time and energy to stay current in their field. That may explain, to some degree, the increasing numbers of GISPs embarking on consulting and small-business ventures of their own or going to work for larger firms already in existence. And it may lead to a situation where municipalities find they can mostly hire only interns who later leave for greener pastures.
A recent article in Harvard Business Review discussed a small trend in hiring of late that may find roots in the GIS/Municipal Government industries. Companies, no longer looking for lifetime commitments from hirees (and looking to avoid the sometimes-massive cost deferral inherent in cycles of layoffs and rehiring), have started offering "tours of duty" after which employees may move up in the company or use mutual networks to find another opportunity.
Meaning, municipalities may, in the long run, be better off adopting a GIS hiring model almost like that of the publishing industry. Hiring outside consultants for initial setup and large-scale, intensive, or highly technical upgrades and support, while using in-house staff primarily act primarily as liaisons with contractors and user support.
Any way you slice it, ESRI's Local Government model has the potential to change the industry. At the moment, though, the software is still too technical and expensive to be for everyone.


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