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Whats the best/top music management companies? What are some proven music management companies that have relationships with major labels and success with artists/producers/songwriters?

can anybody tell me how to start a management artist business or music label business? thanks a lot!? I have interest in music.. music is my life.. Actually i wanna start a music label company, however, people told me that i have to start in artist management first. Now can anybody tell me how to start that? I mean step by step what should i do and prepare to start the business. What does it need? And if i wanna start a music label company, what should i do? many thanks for who answers.. ^^

Why is it so hard to find information about Music management and booking agencies?? I was just trying to do some research about my favorite artist's management companies/booking agencies, but I can't seem to find information on them anywhere. Most specifically: Creative Artists Agency, and The FIRM management both are based in Los Angeles. I can't find websites for either of them-or information online about most music managements/agencies. Any insight?? Thanks-

how can i get my music (beats) heard by top artists and management? I'm a music producer (pop, hip hop, r&B) and i've been told my music is pretty good. I would like to submit my beats to established talent. Does anyone have any suggestions on how i can do this. Is there a list of management companies online somewhere?

Are there any recording studio, or music business internships in Atlanta, GA? Are there any recording studio, or music industry internships in Atlanta, GA? Record labels or artist management companies looking for interns?

Please explain when and why MCA (Music Corp. of America) stopped handling artist management.? At one time MCA represented artist along with have a record company to exploit them on. At some point the artist management side seased.

management companies? my daughter has been signed to a management company for rising artiste.....and dey asked for a large some of money to put my daughter to main stream music industry which includes promotion..shoots....live performances....instrumentalists nedded etc..i dont kow if this is a normal procedure that occurs with most management companies? also around how much is normally asked by management company to be provided? i am just inquiring to verify if they are a scam or not

does anyone know of a good management company for music producers or composers? I'm mainly looking for ones that work with mainstream artists and labels please don't answer if you don't know

Music contracts, Female Solo artist, Help!? Hi, im a female solo artist (My friends Account) and have been singing for a while and doing shows locally. Just recently i was contacted by a management company (sentinal management) and theyve sent me a contract. theyve wrote to me and liked my demos, and promise 3-4 gigs a week and 40% from downloads. With this in mind its a two year contract and should these details be in the contract as theyre not? Just i dont wanna sign a contract for two years and then they end up not giving me work. Any advice would be great. please no one word answers, this is a serious question.

Burn in hell suge, see what he's been up to? There is plenty of evidence to put this man away, First Pac Now Melissa Isaac plus many others Marion Knight was born in Compton, California. His name, Suge (pronounced /ʃʊɡ/), derives from "Sugar Bear", a childhood nickname.[1] He remained an excellent student and athlete, so much so that he won a football scholarship to University of Nevada, Las Vegas where he played collegiate football for several years.[2] After school, he played professionally for the Los Angeles Rams as a replacement player during the 1987 NFL strike.[3] Later, he found work as a concert promoter and a bodyguard for celebrities including Bobby Brown. Knight's legal problems began in 1987 when he faced auto theft, concealed weapon and attempted murder charges, ultimately receiving probation. Two years later, he formed his own music-publishing company, and allegedly made his first big fortune in the business by coercing Vanilla Ice into signing over royalties from his smash hit "Ice Ice Baby" owing to material that he supposedly sampled from one of Knight's company associates. (The possibly apocryphal story holds that Knight held Ice by his ankles off of a 20th-floor balcony, though in Ice's version, the threat was more implied.) Knight next formed an artist management company and signed prominent West Coast hip hop artists The D.O.C. and DJ Quik. Through the former, he met several members of the seminal gangsta rap group N.W.A. In 1993, Suge would have a son, Andrew, born on April 19, sharing the same birthday as him. Andrew is currently living in Greater Los Angeles area with his mother, "Tia". Another son, Taj, is said to be living in Atlanta with his mother, Davina Barnes. Most recently, a daughter, Bailei, with R&B singer Michel'le.[4] Death Row Records The logo for Death Row Records is a blindfolded man strapped into an electric chair Dr. Dre of N.W.A wished to depart from both his group and their label, Ruthless Records, run by Eazy-E, another member of N.W.A. According to N.W.A's manager Jerry Heller, Knight and his henchmen threatened Heller and Eazy-E with pipes and baseball bats in order to secure Dre's release[5]. Ultimately, Dre co-founded Death Row Records in 1991 with Knight, who famously vowed to make it "the Motown of the '90s." For a time, Knight made good on his ambitions: He secured a distribution deal with Interscope, and Dre's 1992 solo debut, The Chronic, became one of the most influential rap albums of all time[6]. It also made a star of Dre's protégé, Snoop Doggy Dogg, whose debut album, Doggystyle, was another smash hit in 1993[7]. As Dre's signature G-funk production style became an influential part of hip-hop, Death Row became a reliable brand name for gangsta rap fans, and even its lesser releases sold consistently well. Meanwhile, Death Row had begun a public feud with 2 Live Crew's Luther Campbell, and when Knight traveled to Miami for a hip-hop convention in 1993, he was apparently seen openly carrying a gun. The following year, he opened a private, by-appointment-only nightclub in Las Vegas called Club 662, so named because the numbers spelled out MOB, Knight's gang affiliation, on telephone keypads. In 1995, he ran afoul of activist C. Delores Tucker, whose criticism of Death Row's glamorization of the "gangsta" lifestyle may have helped scuttle a lucrative deal with Time Warner. The addition of Tupac Additionally, Knight's feud with East Coast impresario Sean Combs (aka P Diddy) took a nasty turn when Knight insulted the Bad Boy label honcho on air at the Source Awards in August 1995. Openly critical of Puffy's tendency of ad-libbing on his artists' songs and dancing in their videos, Knight announced to the audience of recording artists and industry figures, "Anyone out there who wanna be a recording artist and wanna stay a star, but don't have to worry about the executive producer trying to be all in the videos, all on the records, dancing, come to Death Row." The same year, Knight offered to post a hefty bail for Tupac Amaru Shakur if the troubled rapper agreed to sign with Death Row. Shakur agreed, setting the stage for his 1996 blockbuster double album All Eyez on Me and the smash hits "California Love" and "How Do U Want It." Shakur helped Death Row stay on top of a marketplace that was already shifting back toward the East Coast, which had devised its own distinct brand of hardcore rap. The loss of Dr. Dre and Tupac However, the label suffered a major blow when Dr. Dre, frustrated with the company's increasingly thuggish reputation and Knight's violent inclinations, decided to leave and form his own label. A stream of Dre-dissing records followed, but things turned tragic in September 1996, when Shakur was murdered in a drive-by shooting in Las Vegas. When Shakur's East Coast rival, The Notorious B.I.G., was murdered in a similar fashion in March 1997, speculation immediately arose that Knight was involved and that B.I.G.'s death was a revenge killing; although former Dea

Anybody here think record companies are corrupt? They take money, sue the pants off of people for the stupidest things, block content from youtube, and get the majority of the money over the artists. They also create conflicts by using DRM (digital rights management) on music, videos, and games.

Should I stay in NYC or move to LA? I am 22 and moved to NYC in December of '07 to pursue my career in the music industry. I got offered a great internship at a record label that turned into a job at the label and their artist management company. I got laid off because of their economic issues. That was in October and since then I have been trying to find my footing and a new job in the industry. NYC's economy is dead and NOBODY is hiring. I have been offered jobs in LA but have turned them down because I have never thought about moving out there. Lately I have really been considering it. My lease is up in May and my boyfriend would move out to LA with me (he would make more $$ out there since he is a DJ). I have never been to CA before so I was thinking about flying out there in April to job hunt and see if LA is where I want to move or if I want to stay in NYC. I feel like NYC is not the right city for me. I am more chill, love the beach, and go with the flow. I want to enjoy life and I feel like New Yorkers make life go so fast! Another thing is NYC is so expensive. The amount I pay a month for sharing a room with my boyfriend is the amount we could pay in LA and get our own apt together. I don't think I can afford NYC anymore. I guess if someone could tell me a little more about the differences between LA & NYC that would help a lot... Suggestions? Also What areas in LA are nice cheap safe places to live? I hear Silverlake is cool? I am not very familiar with the different areas at all.

Where Can I Look To Find Music Managers? Right, basically I plan to start my music career by writing songs for other artists, for this I'm definately gonna need to get myself a manager, who'd have the authority and experience to help guide me through the process of getting my music heard by the right people, negotiating with labels and publishers, and having my songs used by the right artists. Now, I've rung and emailed a LOT of management companies, most of whom never seem to get back to me, and I'm running out of ideas, I need to find more management companies to contact, good ones, ones that have had previous successes with bands I've actually heard of who's songs have been in the charts at some point lol Seeing as I'm not the performer myself I can't just "Do loads of gigs and let them come to me", I need to find them myself, contact them and get them to listen to my music, now where would be some good places or ways to find good managament companies to try? Thanks! If a manager asks for money upfront, it's most likely a scam, they make their money by taking a percentage of what you earn, hence their incentive to make you successful, secondly I find it strange that you've said they wouldn't be looking for songwriters, when a lot of, if not most, solo artists and singers atm don't write thier own material. They are still very much in demand surely. If a manager asks for money upfront, it's most likely a scam, they make their money by taking a percentage of what you earn, hence their incentive to make you successful, secondly I find it strange that you've said they wouldn't be looking for songwriters, when a lot of, if not most, solo artists and singers atm don't write their own material. They are still very much in demand surely. Also I have demos already, but I can't just send them straight to most labels, major or independant, because a helluva lot of them don't accept unsolicited material, hence one reason why I need a manager.

I am about to get signed to a management company. HELP!? Hello all. My name is Steven Deeds and I am hopefully about to get signed to a management company called New Line Management. They are legit. Their artists have gotten their songs sold to Lionsgate films, Dreamworks, EA Sports, xbox, Paramount, etc. I am very scared and new at this whole thing. They want 350 a month + 10% of whatever I make off of shows. Is this a good deal?? Here is my music if you want to take a listen http://www.myspace.com/stevendeeds http://www.purevolume.com/stevendeeds

having trouble designing my my space band page? Hi. Sorry to bother you guys I tried researching this on my own. I've tried designing this on my own but it keeps ending up looking like crap. I am trying to design a my space music page for a friend's management company. They manage musicians and they are trying to highlight their artist and their music on this page and I'm trying to create a cool layout that's not the normal type. I look at sooooo many bands with awesome pages and I'm really trying to get to their level with out paying the crazy prices to a web designer. If anyone has the time and patience to help me out I'd really appreciate it. Thanks So much

Possible Getting Signed (MAJOR) Record Label! HELP!!!? Goodness!! I'm so scared and nervous right now... This is the situation. (Ok, great! I would love to schedule some kind of meeting with you just to get your vibe and what you bring to the table as an artist. I am interested in knowing what age range you are in (18-21, 22-25, 26-30, etc.), what age you look(as you know people sometimes look younger/older), and what known singer/artist you would compare yourself to voice-wise and style-wise. Just to let you know a little about me/my company, I am a female who is starting a new management company. I already have a really hot producer on deck to put together some really hot tracks for a really hot artist. As I said in the ad that I posted, I am building industry connections and we are looking for the right artist(s) to help mold into the next BIG THING! We also have a songwriter that we are working with and may need someone to record vocals to songs to be shopped to publishing companies. What part of the city are you in? How is your schedule normally?) The Label is BMC Music, and I have to sing in front of on of the A&R's and the Chairman. They saw me at an event a few nights ago, and the guy offered me a deal. I sang Mariah Carey's Vision of love. Perfectly. What song should I sing now? What should I do? Advice would be appreciated.

Why do people think that breaking into the music industry is hard? It is easy.? I set up a company 5 years ago and asked artists to send demo's ect. Most the wanna be artists didn't have demo's, the rest generally only had cover song demos. No one wanted to sign management contracts ect (6 month contact to help establish a record deal). Half the artists are delusional, they think they are going to be ripped off. If you have talent it is easy to get a record deal.

Starting a Songwriting Career? Basically, I intend to start my music career by writing songs for other people, so far I've built up a collection of about 12 songs (Placing them on a myspace page) and have tried this: I've rung management companies asking if they would consider being my manager, publishing companies asking if they might consider a publishing deal with me and record labels asking if they might consider using my songs for any of their artists, a good amount of them gave me permission to send demos, which I did a while ago, now for most of them I'm still waiting to hear back. So basically, I want to know, what else can I do? I'm not the intended performer so don't say: "Do loads of gigs and let them come to you" because that doesn't apply here. I just need to know what else can a songwriter do to get his songs used by artists and start his career. You may find some of the songs I've written for other people to use here: http://www.myspace.com/danwilkiedemos

Best Wedding Planner in Delhi India? I want the Best Indian wedding Planner who can organize an Event in Delhi. It is a Royal Indian Wedding, so they should be an Event Management Company who can take care from Wedding Planning to Honeymoon Destination. All the rituals and events like deciding venues, guest accommodation arrangement, theme decor, beauticians & henna experts, local transportation, catering, floral and lighting decoration, Mandap and stage, Vedi, traditional attire for bride, groom and guests, photography and video, wedding cake, group of artists of folk dancers, musicians, cultural performers, live music & DJs, fire eaters, snake charmers, grand firework, hire elephants and horses for wedding procession, Engagement, Reception etc would be managed by them alone. Over all, they must professionally plan, manage and coordinate our needs of wedding event.

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Artists agreement (contract)? If an artist sign with a record company to belong to, what kind of agreement or contract is it? There are many contracts (agreements) in the music industry like publishing contract,management contract, recording contract,,,,I can't understand defference between them.

hey i need help my business plan :: give your opinion or try to help me? Executive Summary: 1. Applicant/Company Information -Name: Design coffer shop -Address:132 Cedar Grove Rd, Ruckersville, CA 90324 -Phone: (909) 834-3434 Fax: 904.326.1039 -Contact Person: Evelyn Reyes -Business Structure: Sole Proprietorship - Banking Information: Bank: Wells Fargo Bank Address: 3035 Van Buren Blvd Riverside, CA 92503 Phone: (951) 351-3402 Contact: Erica Smith, Financial Services Manager -Anticipated Start Date: Design coffee shop it well began operations in November 2009, and we going to prepare the plans to undertake a small expansion. As soon as possible after the scoping plan approval. Brief outline of your business concept: Design coffee shop is company involved more greatest the originally coffee shop. It providing graphic design and marketing communication services. it not provide big business . It just likes a small business Every day, millions of Americans wanted to sit down and enjoy the smell cup of coffee and lay back & see the background artwork from graphic design artist. "A person had dreamed to spend more than 50 cents for a cup of coffee. A few years, now they glad to pay $1 to $4 for their cappuccino, mocha latte or vanilla ice blended drink." The specialty-coffee business is growing at a healthy pace. The completive the Starbucks, The Coffee Bean, Pet’s, Dietrich’s and other major chains serve average quality drinks in establishments that have the same generic design appearance. Indeed, Starbucks and The Coffee Bean are often referred to as "fast food" coffeehouses due to their "cookie cutter" design. Now that Americans' coffee preferences have broadened and matured, many are asking for more from their design coffee shop. We offer high-quality products in an upscale environment. Furthermore, our high-profile location in San Bernardino provides a mixed customer base that will maintain high levels of business in every season, at all times of the day, every day of the week. Vision and Mission Statement The design coffee shop will become the more like small museum. We will serve a perfect product at a very reasonable price. We will also be a meeting place for graphic design artists and a place for them to show off their work. We will create an atmosphere conducive to creative expression and promote the creative process. Our primary goals over the next year are: 1. Secure financing for start-up of at least $10,000 for space and equipment. 2. Renovate our space in Old Town. 3. Acquire equipment necessary for business, i.e. coffee pot, cappuccino machines, blenders, etc. 4. Make agreement with coffee distributors, and bakery vendors. 5. Create a cozy, artist friendly environment (i.e. choice of colors, choice of music, decor) 6. Open for business and become the foremost coffeehouse in the area. MARKET OPPORTUNITY Marketing will play a vital role in the success of small company is java net because they will put some our advertising, I not want exert gate too much our company. it something sample for customer to understand. It only one or two location be. The design coffee shop is our target market is mostly student. Because it when come student they wanted to sit back and relax. Design coffee shop going to be locate one of San Bernardino. Ownership The Design coffee shop is a general partnership between Lisa and Sandy Mason. Each partner is equally involved in operation and management of the shop, each to her own abilities. Location and Facilities The Design coffee shop is located in the Old Town section of San Bernardino, California. We currently own the building we will occupy, though painting and renovation are sorely needed. Products and Services Description of Products and Services The Design coffee shop will offer high quality coffee, tea, hot coca, and cappuccino, at a very reasonable price. We will also sell homemade cookies, brownies, and doughnuts, also reasonably priced. Key Features of the Products and Services All drinks will be made with filtered water and the highest quality ingredients we can get. Frozen drinks will have caramel or chocolate syrup drizzled in the glass and over the drink. Cappuccino and hot coca will have whipped cream toppings as well as the option for candy sprinkles. Cookies will have the option of a chocolate or caramel dip and sprinkles. We will offer designer flavored cream and five kinds of sweetener, i.e. sugar, honey, Equal, Splenda, and Sweet-n-Low. Cream and sweetener is at no extra charge. Production of Products and Services We will use only filtered water and will brew our coffee in commercial coffeepots that will be thoroughly cleaned between uses. We will bake cookies and brownies in our own on-site oven from proven recipes, daily. Future Products and Services Within the next three to five years we expect to branch out into catering and offer homemade pies, whole or by the slice. Comparative Advantages in Production Our low overhead and cheaper pricing will be the key to our success. Industry Overview Market Research There are other businesses that serve only coffee in our Old Town. Size of the Industry Nationally, the coffee shop industry is quite large, but in somewhere, there are more. Key Industry Trends This industry is booming at the present time, there is a trend toward small cozy places and away from the large generic chain. Industry Outlook The coffee business does not show signs of slowing down. With new innovations such as flavorings and additives, it should continue for some time. Marketing Strategy Target Markets Our target market is a artist and writers who need a nice quite cozy place to think and do their work. Description of Key Competitors Of the three coffee shops in the area, one is a large chain with a very expensive product, one is really a home-style restaurant, the last one, and our biggest competitor is an antique store with a "tea room". Analysis of Competitive Position Our pricing strategy and comfortable atmosphere will be the key to our success. None of the other shops in the area can offer this. Pricing Strategy We will offer three sizes of drinks, small $1.00, medium $1.50 and large $2.00. Our cookies and brownies will sell for $1.00 each. Promotion Strategy We intend to advertise in the local newspapers and offer a "frequent drinkers club" discount to our best customers. We will also send out ads via direct mail, which will include cents off coupons. Management and Staffing Organizational Structure Our organizational structure will be a simple pyramid style with the owners putting in as much work as the employees. Management Team April and Arlene will share management and supervisory responsibilities equally. Arlene for the morning shift. April for the afternoon shift. Staffing We will hire two busboys and two waitresses; these will be recruited from the local high school. Labor Market Issues In this area there are many high school students looking for work, part time or full time, we want to fill that need. Market Risks The main risk is monetary. The area may not be ready for a place like ours and we may not do a great business. Implementation Plan Implementation Activities and Dates 1. Begin building renovation 12/08 2. Complete renovation 2/15/09 3. Begin preliminary advertising 2/15/09 4. Purchase and setup equipment 2/15/09 5. Open for business 5/1/09 Financial Plan Balance Sheet Current Assets: Building $150,000 9 computer $10,800 Furnishings $5,000 Equipment $5,000 Cash Arlene $5,000 April $4,500 Accounts Receivable None Inventory Coffee $1,000 Tea $500 Other Assets Cups $3,000 Total Current Assets $182,800 Liabilities: Accounts Payable (monthly) Water $200 Phone $150 Electric $500 Donut Vendor $1,000 Warehouse Club $1,000 Coffee Distributor $1,000 Wages $5,000 Advertising $1,000 Taxes Payable Property Taxes $500 Employee Taxes $2,000 Operating Loans Payable Startup Loan $500 HP Design jet Z2100 Photo Printer series- models $ 97 Total Liabilities $12,947 on going per month Projected Income March 05 Coffee $6,000 Tea $2,000 Cookies $1,500 Donuts $2,500 Misc. $4,000 Total Income for March $16,000 Total Projected Net Profit (Cost/Benefit) $3,150 for March This would assume 20 pots of coffee sold a day, plus an assortment of other items. This also assumes the market will not increase or decrease due to weather or economics. This would be an average month. my major is graphic design i don't know how making business plan] i have the layout just email me evelynreyes12@yahoo.com you want see it this for my class project

Quickstar Productions? Does this sound legit to you? My band received an invitation yesterday to participate in a compilation cd these guys put together called 11th Hour Confession. The minute we got it we were skeptical and have been looking into it. If anyone else has ever gotten this same message or has any information about these guys, it would be greatly appreciated. Thanks! Here is the message we recieved... Hi, I heard your song, “NEW Take Me With You COVER” and I am very impressed with it. We are currently working on a benefit compilation CD titled “11th hour confession”. It will feature emo artists from across the scene. I believe that your song would be a perfect fit on this project and I would be honored to have you take part. My name is Joe Bird, and I am a project manager with Quickstar Productions, as well as a musician. Quickstar Productions is a company that specializes in designing music-marketing campaigns and supplying digital distribution services for record labels and independent artists. In 2005, Quickstar Productions released its first Comp CD as a way to promote unsigned artists. This CD was extraordinarily successful in accomplishing its mission! Over the years the company has built off that success and perfected a marketing plan to maximize exposure for the artist. Quickstar Productions is based out of Baltimore, MD and is an active member of the Maryland Better Business Bureau. “11th Hour Confessions” is a CD designed to raise money and awareness for the charity called, To Write Love On Her Arms. They are a nonprofit organization dedicated to helping those that need help with depression, addiction, and suicide, find help. Over the past few years they have been able to help thousands. We really want this CD to benefit those affected by depression, self injury and suicidal intentions, but we also want it to be advantageous to the artists on it as well. Therefore we have designed a complete marketing plan for the CD. “11th Hour Confessions” will be marketed and made available in the following ways: 1. PHYSICAL SALES: You will receive 50 copies of the CD to sell at whatever price you choose. These will be professionally produced, retail ready CD’s. We recommend selling them for $8. That way you can make $400. You keep 100% of your sales. This is a great way to get more merchandise to sell at your shows and also a way to target other fans in your genre. The idea is that when each artist sells their 50 copies, the other artists on the CD will have their music exposed to other fans of your genre of music. Therefore, your song will be exposed to many new listeners. 2. DIGITAL SALES: The compilation will be made available for sale in all digital stores including iTunes, Rhapsody, Wal-Mart, Napster, and Amazon. Your song will also be available as a ringtone that your fans may purchase. You will receive 50% of profits generated. 3. EXPOSURE: The CD will be sent to record labels, marketing, and management firms. Along with the CD, a booklet featuring your picture and bio will be made available so they can learn a little bit more about you. In addition, free promo copies will be handed out at concerts in the Baltimore/Washington area. Quickstar Productions will also promote the album through the use of MySpace. 4. RADIO: The CD will be sent to college and internet radio stations and be featured on various podcasts throughout the world. 5. NETWORKING: Developing a network with other musicians is key to ones success. This comp CD is a chance to do so. You will be provided with all the other artists’ information before the CD is released so that you can start show swapping with one another, networking and helping each other out. To have your song included on our upcoming compilation CD please visit our website, Quickstarproductions com, to download the submission forms. We do not charge a fee to be on “11th Hour Confession” but we do ask that you purchase 50 CD’s to distribute at cost ($165). That way we can cover the costs of the project so that as large of portion of the proceeds can be donated as possible. This will be the only cost to you. One of the most important parts of this project is getting the CD into the hands of fans. The more CD’s that you are able to distribute the more exposure everyone gets. Please check out www QuickstarProductions com for more info on this compilation. Since we plan to release this CD as soon as possible, we ask that all submissions be returned by March 15th. Please feel free to contact me anytime if you have any questions. We appreciate your interest in helping To Write Love On Her Arms help others. Rock on, Joe Bird joe @ quickstarproductions com quickstarproductions com Office 443//552//7058 PS. If you would like to check out past editions of “11th Hour Confessions” they are available on iTunes, Napster, eMusic, Amazon, etc.

I'm a recreational drug / alcohol user / unmotivated? do I need help? flirting & sex violence uplifting & "fight" music motivation coaching / inspirational / success coaching ocd perfectionist about grammar, organization, etc. an adrenaline junky meditation & proper breathing attention & praise [child actor, mama's boy before puberty] ecstasy [spent life savings on it] alcohol [spent the rest of my savings on it] mixed alcohol, marijuana, and benedrill ["blackout" / memory loss] vicoden [ppl with perscriptions give it to me] prozac [ppl with perscriptions gave it to me, discontinued use] cigarettes [used to be addicted, kinda grossed out by it now] marijuana / cannabis [social anxiety disorder: got a 'script for it] exercising [belief that hard work is neccesary: overtraining to failure] endorphins [from exercising + ecstasy] I want to try: LSD cocaine morphine valium oxycontin codeine norcos It's not like I'm stupid. I have an est. IQ of at least 155, and a college GPA of 4.0 so far. But I might be bipolar / suffer from borderline personality disorder (I'm afraid to ask a psychiatrist / psychologist, cuz they will probably perscribe me riddalin & prozac = P). After spending my life's savings on partying {$4,400 on hookers & lap dances, $4,440 on ecstasy, $3,000+ clothes & flashy watches, $100 / day on alcohol for parties, $1,000+ on medical marijuana} and running from the cops [let's just say, it's only illegal if you get caught, and they don't let you go!], I have enough $ to pay my bills that I've accumulated. Not to mention I have a misdemeanor I'm going to court in a week for (can't afford a lawyer), and I managed to get herpies II from someone, and I was raped by a couple pornstars and a gay guy...it started as an experiment in bisexuality but resulted in rape. :[ And both my car and the truck I traded the car in for were crashed, resulting in my loss of $8,000, my insurance company's loss of $8,000, and the car dealership's loss of $2,000. I just spent the last 3-4 days high on ecstasy. I have a lot more & I'm considering just going all out as an addict, until somebody throws me into rehab or I OD & kill myself. I'm perfectly accepting that I was responsible for all my actions, and unfortunately I am dealing with the consequences. I need dental work done (16 cavities, plus braces) and want to get PRK eye surgery so I don't have to deal with contacts / glasses (which in 2 weeks from now I will need to get my eyes re-checked, but no $). I'd also like to "get the f**k out of dodge" as my friend put it, but I'm stuck between going to jail [might actually be good for me], joining the military, continuing acting, living with my family, suicide, and all the things I hope to become [ufc fighter, professional pick up artist, motivational/success/time management/efficiency/financial coach, etc]. I also think I'd get addicted to therapy due to the sympathy / attention?

Any one know what types of radio job opportunities are in Orlando, fl.? I would like to know if any one has any tips for a finding a job on the radio in florida. I'm am a Christian recording artist & graduating in a few mths with a degree in Accounting & Business Management. Since I want to get more into the music industry for more opportunities I'm try to get a job on the radio- instead of a company thats not in the music business- I kind of what to put music & business together.... So if any one would know of any website's where they post radio jobs and what types of jobs on the radio. Also If you have any additional tips on landing these jobs that would be great! Also I'm currently out side of the Orlando, fl area. Please let me know.

Help! Im being sucked into the corporate world :-(? Ive been out of school for two years...and feel very out of place at my work. I have nothing in common with anyone that I work with (including age) and feel sad because my friends all have social jobs (hair dresser, makeup artists, club promoters) while I sit at a cubicle and work in a virtually silent company (no music, my manager would rather email me than talk in person and shes only 2 feet away). I went to school and worked really hard and make ALOT better money than my friends. How can I find something more social that pays me similar? My degree is a BA of science in commerce- accounting and management major! HELP!!!!

hey i need help my grammer? Design Coffee Shop will begin operations in July 2009. Plans also include undertaking a small expansion with 6-8 months of beginning operations." Brief outline of your business concept: Design coffee shop is company involved more greatest the originally coffee shop It providing graphic design and marketing communication services. it not provide big business . It just likes a small business Every day, millions of Americans wanted to sit down and enjoy the smell cup of coffee and lay back & see the background artwork from graphic design artist. "A person had dreamed to spend more than 50 cents for a cup of coffee. A few years, now they glad to pay $1 to $4 for their cappuccino, mocha latte or vanilla ice blended drink The specialty-coffee business is growing at a healthy pace. The completive the Starbucks, The Coffee Bean, Pet’s, Dietrich’s and other major chains serve average quality drinks in establishments that have the same generic design appearance. Indeed, Starbucks and The Coffee Bean are often referred to as "fast food" coffeehouses due to their "cookie cutter" design. Now that Americans' coffee preferences have broadened and matured, many are asking for more from their design coffee shop Vision and Mission Statement The design coffee shop will become the more like small museum. We will serve a perfect product at a very competitve price We will also be a meeting place for graphic design artists and a place for them to show off their work. We will create an atmosphere conducive to creative expression and promote the creative process. Our primary goals over the next year are: 1. Secure financing for start-up of at least $1,000 for space and equipment. 2. Renovate our space in San Berniorndio. 3. Acquire equipment necessary for business, i.e. coffee pot, cappuccino machines, blenders, etc. 4. Make agreement with coffee distributors, and bakery vendors. 5. Create a cozy, artist friendly environment (i.e. choice of colors, choice of music, decor) 6. Open for business and become the foremost coffeehouse in the area. MARKET OPPORTUNITY Ownership The Design coffee shop is a general partnership between Lisa and Sandy Mason. Each partner is equally financial involvement in operation and management of the shop, each to her own abilities. Location and Facilities The Design coffee shop is located in the Old Town section of San Bernardino, California. We currently own the building we will occupy, though painting and renovation are sorely needed. Products and Services Description of Products and Services The Design coffee shop will offer high quality coffee, tea, hot coca, and cappuccino, at a very reasonable price. we also buy cooking from other store. Key Features of the Products and Services All drinks will be made with filtered water and the highest quality ingredients we can get. Frozen drinks will have caramel or chocolate syrup drizzled in the glass and over the drink. Cappuccino and hot coca will have whipped cream toppings as well as the option for candy sprinkles. Cookies will have the option of a chocolate or caramel dip and sprinkles. We will offer designer flavored cream and five kinds of sweetener, i.e. sugar, honey, Equal, Splenda, and Sweet-n-Low. Cream and sweetener is at no extra charge. Production of Products and Services We will use only filtered water and will brew our coffee in commercial coffeepots that will be thoroughly cleaned between uses. Future Products and Services Within the next three to five years we expect to branch out into catering and offer homemade pies, whole or by the slice. Comparative Advantages in Production Our low overhead and cheaper pricing will be the key to our success. Industry Overview Market Research There are other businesses that serve only coffee in our Old Town. Size of the Industry Nationally, the coffee shop industry is quite large, but in somewhere, there are more. Key Industry Trends This industry is booming at the present time, there is a trend toward small cozy places and away from the large generic chain. Industry Outlook The coffee business does not show signs of slowing down. With new innovations such as flavorings and additives, it should continue for some time. Marketing Strategy Target Markets Our target market is a artist and writers who need a nice quite cozy place to think and do their work. Description of Key Competitors Of the three coffee shops in the area, one is a large chain with a very expensive product, one is really a home-style restaurant, the last one, and our biggest competitor is an antique store with a "tea room". Analysis of Competitive Position Our pricing strategy and comfortable atmosphere will be the key to our success. None of the other shops in the area can offer this. Pricing Strategy We will offer three sizes of drinks, small $1.00, medium $1.50 and large $2.00. Our cookies and brownies will sell for $1.00 each Promotion Strategy We intend to advertise in the local newspapers and offer a "frequent drinkers club" discount to our best customers. We will also send out ads via direct mail, which will include cents off coupons. Management and Staffing Organizational Structure Our organizational structure will be a simple pyramid style with the owners putting in as much work as the employees. Pyrimid a tall hierarchical structure, in other words, then I would be the boss, with a general manager working as your employee, who has a team, that on its turn supervises the employees. I think I mean a Flat structure (with the owners being “one of the guys”) Management Team April and Arlene will share management and supervisory responsibilities equally. Arlene for the morning shift. April for the afternoon shift. Staffing We will hire two busboys and two waitresses; these will be recruited from the local high school. Labor Market Issues In this area there are many high school students looking for work, part time or full time, we want to fill that need. Market Risks The main risk is monetary. The area may not be ready for a place like ours and we may not do a great business. Implementation Plan Implementation Activities and Dates . Complete renovation 2/15/09 Purchase and set up equipment Interview staff Hire staff 3. Begin preliminary advertising 2/15/09 (Not yet) Operate for 1 week unannounced (to get the kinks out, people notice "new" businesses, word of mouth will get out there, be ready) Notify local newspaper your grand opening will be (no advertising cost, you'll be swamped!) 4. Purchase and setup equipment 2/15/09 (This is mentioned above.) 5. Open for business 7/1/09 Financial Plan Balance Sheet Current Assets: Building $150,000 5 computer $ Furnishings $5,000 if I go for a good atmosphere, you’ll need more than that probably, unless you get money from the government (you are promoting culture in the end!) Equipment $1,000 Cash Arlene $5,000 April $4,500 Accounts Receivable None Inventory Coffee $1,000 Tea $500 Other Assets Cups $3,000 Total Current Assets $182,800 Liabilities: Accounts Payable (monthly) Water $200 Phone $150 Electric $500 Donut Vendor $1,000 Warehouse Club $1,000 Coffee Distributor $1,000 Wages $5,000 Advertising $1,000 Taxes Payable Property Taxes $500 Employee Taxes $2,000 Operating Loans Payable Startup Loan $500 Printer $ 97 Total Liabilities $12,947 on going per month Projected Income March 05 Coffee $6,000 Tea $2,000 Cookies $1,500 Donuts $2,500 Misc. $4,000 Total Income for March $16,000 Total Projected Net Profit (Cost/Benefit) $3,150 for March This would assume 20 pots of coffee sold a day, plus an assortment of other items. This also assumes the market will not increase or decrease due to weather or economics. This would be an average month.

Do you want to be a rapper or singer? A lot of wannabe rappers or singers think they know everything about getting into the music business. But the truth is, if you really are serious, you need to be humble and be a sponge for knowledge. Courses for Success is a company that gives people like you the knowledge you need to be a success in the music business. Check out this e-book, written by John "Mook" Gibbons, CEO and manager of WU-TANG Management: www.coursesforsuccess.com It covers everything you need to know, whether you're an artist, you want to manage other artists, or you want to own your own record label. Check it out www.coursesforsuccess.com You can download it and be able to read it right away. We're trying to give people the info they need so they don't get run over by certain people in the music industry that like to use and abuse. We're honest, hardworking people that want to spread the knowledge. Good Luck! -cfs-maven1 Whether you want to be a singer or rapper, this e-book will help you. Also, if you check out the site and you don't like it for some reason, post back here and tell us why. We want to make it appealling to those who are serious about being in the music industry. Thanks guys. When you get it, let me know. Just want to make sure everything is working properly.

Personal statement???? how should i end it? My grandparents are successful entrepreneurs owning a chain of Chinese restaurants and a factory producing soya bean products in Scotland. Therefore from early childhood, I was exposed to a business related environment. I enjoy the many challenges of running a business; however I realised that a business evolves and problems arise through economic cycles. Hence unless I get a good grounding in Business Studies at university I would not be able to meet these challenges. More importantly, at school I enjoy Business studies, Economics and Art which I took for my A-Levels and Mathematics for my AS. I think these subjects’ compliments each other really well and will bring great advantages to my Higher Education in Business. I believe having a good understanding in Economics will be a good foundation for Business, also my interest in Art enables me to be innovative and think ‘outside the box’ which is one of the key elements in Business Studies. A good understanding in Maths will also benefit me from further education in Business as managing finance is a fundamental part in the subject. I took Business Management in standard grade and A-Level; it has always been my strongest subject and the subject which I enjoy the most. So I wish to continue my enthusiasm in the subject at university. I am currently completing the Chartered Institute of Bankers in Scotland (CIOBS) qualification, which is really beneficial to my further studies in business and helped me to understand the workings of the banking industry(I.e. how the market customers, how the banking industry evolved and the financial side of it.) I am fluent in Cantonese and Mandarin which I believe is a great advantage since the Asian market is growing rapidly and by speaking the language and having a good understanding of their cultures will be very valuable for understanding International business. In August 2007, I was presented with the opportunity to work as a full time “Administrative Assistant” for Capital Artists Ltd, a venture division of SCMP group in Hong Kong. The company dealt some of the biggest names in the Hong Kong and International music industry. My main responsibility within the company was to ensure there were no copyright infringements on songs owned by the company. This job opportunity also helped me to improve my communication skills as I had to establish a working relationship with my boss and other employees who were more mature and knowledgeable than me. In addition, provided me with a deeper insight of the music industry – its inner workings and evolving problems. During my work experience I was able to apply my knowledge of Business Studies into real life situations and problems such as strategic planning. Having the position as a House prefect and Art Reputation at school, I’ve learnt the importance responsibility and developed a good communication skill as I was given tasks to fulfil and had to find ways of bonding and taking care of younger students. Being a black belt (1st Dan) in Karate has taught me to be really hard working and ambitious. feedbacks?

Looking for NYC Audio/Music Internship, but I'm not attending a college any ideas that don't require credits? I am moving to NYC on May 1, 2010. I have a diploma in Audio Technology, worked freelance as an audio tech for decent size audio company working with major label artists a few times, just finished an internship with my local NPR/classical music radio station (audio editing several segments and broadcasts). I'm looking for an internship or entry level job in NYC. Recording studio would be ideal but I am interested in venues, radio stations, live sound, audio companies, record labels, management companies, music marketing firms, post-production, etc. I want to do anything involving audio or music and feel I am qualified. Problem is that I am not attending college and most of the better looking internships I've found require you to be well into school or at least receive credits for the internship. Any ideas for a decent music/audio internship in NYC that doesn't require credits? Or any companies to try, maybe even for an entry level job? any help is appreciated thanks!

i need help Executive Summary: could gather my information the on bottom? Executive Summary: 1. Applicant/Company Information -Business Structure: Partnership - Banking Information: Bank: Wells Fargo Bank Contact: Erica Smith, Financial Services Manager Design Coffee Shop will begin operations in July 2009. Plans also include undertaking a small expansion with 6-8 months of beginning operations." Brief outline of your business concept: Design Coffee Shop is a company involved with providing quality item in an origiral setting. It provides graphic design and marketing communication services. it not provide big business . It isa small local business, not a major corpoaration. We target the students who need a nice quiet cozy place to think and do their work. Also, students who wanted to sit down and enjoy a cup of coffee and relax & while looking at murals or listening to music. It will disply the work of 4 graphic designesr and represent our arts. In the past, people would not spend more than 50 cents for a cup of coffee. For a few years, now they glad to pay $1 to $4 for their cappuccino, mocha latte or vanilla ice blended drink The specialty-coffee business is growing at a healthy pace. The competive, companies include Starbucks, The Coffee Bean, Pet’s, Dietrich’s and other major chains, who serve average quality drinks in establishments that have the same generic design appearance. Indeed, Starbucks and The Coffee Bean are often referred to as "fast food" coffeehouses due to their "cookie cutter" design. Now that Americans' coffee preferences have broadened and matured, many are asking for more from their coffee shop. Design Coffee Shop can fill this need for more sophisticated shop. Market Risks MARKET OPPORTUNITY Ownership The Design Coffee Shop is a general partnership between Lisa and Sandy Mason. Each partner is equally l involved in operation and management of the shop, each to her own abilities. Location and Facilities The Design Coffee Shop is located in the Old Town section of San Bernardino, California. We currently own the building we will occupy, though painting and renovation are sorely needed. Products and Services Description of Products and Services The Design coffee shop will offer high quality coffee, tea, hot cocoa, and cappuccino, at a very reasonable price. We will also buy cookies & snack from other vendor. Key Features of the Products and Services All drinks will be made with filtered water and the highest quality ingredients we can get. Frozen drinks will have caramel or chocolate syrup drizzled in the glass and over the drink. Cappuccino and hot cocoa will have whipped cream toppings as well as the option for candy sprinkles. Cookies will have the option of a chocolate or caramel dip and sprinkles. We will offer designer flavored cream and five kinds of sweetener, (i.e. sugar, honey, Equal, Splenda, and Sweet-n-Low). Cream and sweetener is at no extra charge. Production of Products and Services We will use only filtered water and will brew our coffee in commercial coffeepots that will be thoroughly cleaned between uses. Future Products and Services Within the next three to five years we expect to branch out into catering and offer homemade pies, whole or by the slice. Comparative Advantages in Production Our low overhead and cheaper pricing will be the key to our success. Industry Overview Market Research There are other businesses that serve only coffee in our town Size of the Industry Nationally, the coffee shop industry is quite large, but in somearea, there are more. Trends This industry is booming at the present time, and there is a trend toward small cozy places and away from the large generic chains. Industry Outlook The coffee business does not show signs of slowing down. With new innovations such as flavorings and additives, it should continue for a long time. Marketing Strategy Target Markets Our target market is a artist and writers who need a nice quiet cozy place to think and do their work. Description of Key Competitors Of the three coffee shops in the area, one is a large chain with a very expensive product, one is really a home-style restaurant, and the last one, our biggest competitor is an antique store with a "tea room". Analysis of Competitive Position Our pricing strategy and comfortable atmosphere will be the key to our success. None of the other shops in the area can offer this. Pricing Strategy We will offer three sizes of drinks, small $1.00, medium $1.50 and large $2.00. Our cookies and brownies will sell for $1.00 each and selling a booket of artwork for $10.00 Promotion Strategy We intend to advertise in the local newspapers and offer a "frequent drinkers club" discount to our best customers. We will also send out ads via direct mail, which will include cents off coupons. Management and Staffing Organizational Structure Our organizational structure will be a simple pyramid style with the owners putting in as much work as the employees. Pyrimid a tall hierarchical structure, in other words, then I would be the boss, with a general manager working as your employee, who has a team, that on its turn supervises the employees. I think I mean a Flat structure (with the owners being “one of the guys”) Management Team April and Arlene will share management and supervisory responsibilities equally. Arlene for the morning shift. April for the afternoon shift. Staffing We will hire two busboys and two waitresses; these will be recruited from the local high school. Labor Market Issues In this area there are many high school students looking for work, part time or full time, we want to fill that need. Market Risks The main risk is monetary. The area may not be ready for a place like ours and we may not do a great business. Implementation Plan Implementation Activities and Dates 1. A superior-tasting product backed by a unique quality store A relaxing, upscale interior design Prime site selection with an upscale affluent population, year-round tourist activity, heavy pedestrian traffic by the site, a dynamic student population and a concentration of local businesses A market that exposes Dark Roast Java to high-profile "trend-setters" and "key influencers" Ongoing, aggressive marketing Highly trained and friendly staff Multiple revenue streams including gift items, gift baskets and coffee gift/frequency cards in addition to coffee, pastry, chocolates, tea, juice, water and soft drink A dynamic website with online sales capability 2. Complete renovation 2/15/08 Purchase and set up equipment Interview staff Hire staff 3. Begin preliminary advertising 2/15/09 (Not yet) Operate for 1 week unannounced (to get the kinks out, people notice "new" businesses, word of mouth will get out there, be ready) Notify local newspaper your grand opening will be (no advertising cost, you'll be swamped!) 4. Purchase and setup equipment 2/15/09 (This is mentioned above.) 5. Open for business 7/1/09 Financial Plan Balance Sheet Current Assets: Building $150,000 5 computer $5,995 Furnishings $5,000 if I go for a good atmosphere, you’ll need more than that probably, unless you get money from the government (you are promoting culture in the end!) Equipment $1,000 Cash Arlene $5,000 April $4,500 Accounts Receivable None Inventory Coffee $1,000 Tea $500 Other Assets Cups $3,000 Total Current Assets $24,005 Liabilities: Accounts Payable (monthly) Water $200 Phone $150 Electric $500 Donut Vendor $1,000 Warehouse Club $1,000 Coffee Distributor $1,000 Wages $5,000 Advertising $1,000 Taxes Payable Property Taxes $500 Employee Taxes $2,000 Operating Loans Payable Startup Loan $500 Printer $ 97 Total Liabilities $12,947 on going per month Projected Income March 05 Coffee $6,000 Tea $2,000 Cookies $1,500 Donuts $2,500 Misc. $4,000 Total Income for March $16,000 Total Projected Net Profit (Cost/Benefit) $3,150 for March This would assume 20 pots of coffee sold a day, plus an assortment of other items. This also assumes the market will not increase or decrease due to weather or economics. This would be an average month.

texas or florida? mom of four asked this question she should see my answer for some reason when i sumbited it it wouldnt show up so here is it two people thosing which state im for texas Look texas. is the best state its the second biggest. with the second biggest population. It has a great economy. it artigcluture is great. hear is texas to telll a little. Okay just type in texas offf wikipedia and read all the **** there then do the same to florida and while ur at it califronia. Then research the citys of california and texas and florida. texas kicks ***. not to mention the universe ******* loves it. it will survive. and frankly texas is the number one exsporting state. AND HOuston is one of the best citys there is better then any city in florida and califronia. know texas has beautiful small towns. we have it all its pretty diverese population. and not to big and we dont have that huge illegal population california has. we have a big one only down south really. people are freindly same in any state u go freindly people. And so many californians and floridians moving from there state to texas primarly houston area dallas and austin texas the live music capital of the world. know housing will alweys fluxuate. though in texas its wonderful and cheaper houses u get ur moneys worth. and its has a great history. especially san antonio. other citys such as amirillo mcallen. brownsville are nice to. el paso is great to though i think houston and san antonio and well dalllas would be best for u. see some idotic jealous *** bastards see texas well parts of it really like u know country western horsey ridding **** which isnt true. there are like hicks but hell usually i though arkansa has more or alambama. And ive been hearing espessially that theres to much like drilling or like u drill down then u hit watter is this true. See home prices probally most exspensive as far a city in texas it goes to austin. though it will stay the same. u get a nice desent home for around 300,000, know there are million dollar homes everywere in texas, just when u compare to what u get with that amount of money in florida or california the **** hole of overpopluated shitty illegalls crappy healthcare. snotty people. stupid liberals. two many gays. and ******* falling apart economy and that so many freacking californians moving from there two texas is nice. but they move to austin they fit in better. and we kick that cali attitude out of them for its stupid though in austin there are liberals but closer two downtown. like in area code 78704, 78703, 78705, 78703, 78702, and a few more. and if ur sugesting these areas there great liberals arent really bad people there tight people around there tons of intergesting graffiti artist. well i into that speaking that i am one and aint a ******* *** loser toy. i know so much and so many damn crews i want get into this with u. if u sugest houston u cant go wrong read OFF WIKIPEDiA READ ABOUT TEXAS COMPARE REMBER TO OTHER SHITTY STATES, COMPARE TWO OTHER CITYS. COMPARE HOUSTON TO WERE U LIVE AND OTHER CITYS IN AUSTIN. AND as far as food being cheaper i dont know about that i used to live in austin and lived in houston and currently houston tight. we also get tons of anyoing accent new yorkers in houston leaving that nice but. overcrowded. traffic is the worst shitty rundown in so many area but like the rich areas. and manhattan of a place with so much graffiti that i love but it is two the point it everywere. and flithy nyc. great place to visit dont get me wrong. and so what if bush is from texas. if people had any common sense they see he has down good things. and those oppserers should drop dead.; though we need out of iraq i feel there using us for protection while we get our **** from them. and houston has a few bad areas. like south east houston not the entire area. but like were most of the rappers came from cloverland southpark houston and some little areas. houston has no zoning laws though it is tight it isnt **** next to nice. its a very well put together citys. and **** assholes who hate that city and texas. enjoy texas should move hear. and below is some things i pulled of wikipedia. two just u know show u . and alweys take the links theres more. and for better view go to wikipedia which is factuall i check my self. and u can change it but it will correct it self or ur stuff if its false. know below enjoy and hopefully u pick the lonestar state. and florida tight my second favorite state by the way The city of Houston has a strong mayoral form of municipal government.[49] Houston is a home rule city and all municipal elections in the state of Texas are nonpartisan.[49][50] The City's elected officials are the mayor, city controller and 14 members of the city council.[51] As of 2007, the mayor of Houston is William "Bill" White,[52] who is serving his second term. Houston's mayor serves as the city's chief administrator, executive officer, and official representative. He is responsible for the general management of the city and for seeing that all laws and ordinances are enforced.[52] As the result of a 1991 referendum in Houston, a mayor is elected for a two-year term, and can be elected to as many as three consecutive terms. The current city council line-up of nine district based and five at large positions was based on a U.S. Justice Department mandate which took effect in 1979[53] At-large council members represent the entire city.[51] Under the current city charter, if the population in the city limits goes past 2.1 million residents, the current nine-member city council districts will be expanded with the addition of two city council districts.[54] Criminal Law is enforced by the Houston Police Department. Houston's murder rate ranked 18th of U.S. cities with a population over 250,000 in 2005.[55] Despite the rise in homicides of 23.5 percent, nonviolent crime in the city dropped by 2 percent in 2005 compared to 2004.[56] Since 2005, Houston has been experiencing a spike in crime, which is due in part to an influx of people from New Orleans following Hurricane Katrina.[57] After Katrina, Houston's murder rate increased 70 percent in November and December 2005 compared to levels in 2004. The city recorded 336 murders in 2005,[56] compared to 272 in 2004.[58] Houston's homicide rate per 100,000 residents increased from 16.33 in 2005 to 17.24 in 2006.[59] The number of murders in the city increased to 379 in 2006, although this increase was smaller than in 2005;[56] Houston, like other cities, faces crime related to gang activities: in 1996, there were about 380 gangs with 8,000 members, of which 2,500 were juveniles.[60] [edit] Economy Main article: Economy of Houston Further information: List of companies in Houston The Port of HoustonHouston's energy industry is recognized worldwide—particularly for oil—and biomedical research, aeronautics, and the ship channel are also large parts of its economic base. The area is the world's leading center for building oilfield equipment. Much of Houston's success as a petrochemical complex is due to its busy man-made ship channel, the Port of Houston.[61] The port ranks first in the United States in international commerce, and is the tenth-largest port in the world.[4][62] Unlike most places, where high oil and gasoline prices are seen as harmful to the economy, they are generally seen as beneficial for Houston as many are employed in the energy industry.[63] The Houston–Sugar Land–Baytown MSA's Gross Area Product (GAP) in 2006 was $325.5 billion,[64] slightly larger than Austria’s, Poland’s or Saudi Arabia’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). When comparing Houston's economy to a national economy, only 21 countries other than the United States have a gross domestic product exceeding Houston's regional gross area product.[65] Mining, which in Houston is almost entirely exploration and production of oil and gas, accounts for 11% of Houston's GAP; this is down from 21% in 1985. The reduced role of oil and gas in Houston's GAP reflects the rapid growth of other sectors, such as engineering services, health services, and manufacturing.[66] Houston ranks second in employment growth rate and fourth in nominal employment growth among the 10 most populous metro areas in the U.S.[67] In 2006, the Houston metropolitan area ranked first in Texas and third in the U.S. within the category of "Best Places for Business and Careers" by Forbes magazine.[68] Forty foreign governments maintain trade and commercial offices here and the city has 23 active foreign chambers of commerce and trade associations.[69] Twenty foreign banks representing 10 nations operate in Houston, providing financial assistance to the international community. [edit] Demographics Main article: Demographics of Houston The annual Houston International Festival spotlights a different culture each yearHouston is a diverse and international city, in part because of its many academic institutions and strong industries. Over 90 languages are spoken in the city.[70] Houston has among the youngest populations in the nation,[71][72][73] partly due to an influx of immigrants into Texas.[74] The city has the third-largest Hispanic and third-largest Mexican population in the United States.[75] An estimated 400,000 illegal immigrants reside in Houston.[76] As of the censusGR2 of 2000, there were 1,953,631 people and the population density was 3,371.7 people per square mile (1,301.8/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 49.27 percent White, 25.31 percent Black, 0.44 percent Native American, 5.31 percent Asian American, 0.06 percent Pacific Islander, 16.46 percent from other races, and 3.15 percent from two or more races. Persons of Hispanic origin, regardless of race, accounted for 37 percent of the population in 2000. Houston has a large population of immigrants from Asia, including the largest Vietnamese American population in Texas and third-largest in the United States.[77][78] Some parts of the city with high populations of Vietnamese and Chinese residents have Chinese and Vietnamese street signs, in addition to English ones. Houston has two Chinatowns: the original located in Downtown, and the more recent one north of Bellaire Boulevard in the southwest area of the city.[79][80] The city has a Little Saigon in Midtown and Vietnamese businesses located in the southwest Houston Chinatown.[81] [edit] Culture Main article: Culture of Houston See also: List of events in Houston, List of famous people raised in Houston, and Nicknames of Houston Houston Art Car ParadeHouston is a multicultural city with a large and growing international community.[82] The city is home to the nation’s third largest concentration of consular offices representing 86 nations.[83] Houston is designated as a world-class city by the Globalization and World Cities Study Group and Network.[84] Houston received the official nickname of "Space City" in 1967 because it is home to NASA's Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center.[85] Other nicknames include "H-Town," "Screwston," "The Big Heart," "Bayou City," "Clutch City," "Hustletown," and "Magnolia City." Many annual events celebrate the diverse cultures of Houston. The largest and longest running is the annual Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo, held over 20 days from late February to early March. Another large celebration is the annual night-time Houston Pride Parade, held at the end of June.[86] Other annual events include the Greek Festival,[87] Art Car Parade, the Houston Auto Show and the Houston International Festival.[88] and those PEOPLE WHO SAY FLORIDA are little idot there mostly just 13 year old girls on there period. and texas dosent have terribale traffic we have the best roads in the nation. know if i could change something about texas i would get rid of haters . and less thunderstorms which in florida u get tons of right. not to many here though when i visted north texas like dallas with freinds and girlfreind. for a week we had a tailgate party any how. it was raining and so on. though those i want florida never been and are little children who dont work or do **** and dont know why so many people are leaving florida. trust me u should know and here when i lived in austin i met so many floridian people nice people the ones i met. Enjoy ur stay in texas.; if u choose it u want be sorry and if u are then u suck and should drop dead. though u shouldnt wonderfull state. the bbq great and some good mexican food. and one more thing theres alweys six flags in texas and theres americas 1 number one waterpark schlitterbahn which the number one. in not on galveston but near austin in new branufels. texas best regardes

HELP! I need to know if this is a modeling scam? Hey I was recently contacted by someone off of modelmayhem.com I am a professional runway and print model for the Seattle,WA market. Can you guys help me out by reading the e-mails he sent me and let me know what you think. I have been scammed before and told myself it was never going to happen again to me, let me know your honest opinion. Thanks! Hello, My name is Yanpes Scott.. I am freelance modeling agent working for Complex Magazine in conjunction with Caribbean Magazine as a colabo-or in New York. We shall be recruiting models for a 2009 Launching of a new magazine which you can also get the details on this website listed here www.youtube.com. Currently the company needs models for the new millennium lunching of a colabor-or special edition of a 20 magazines.I saw your profile and i appreciate them we are happy to inform you that you are one of the few Models chosen out of the screening exercise performed Model Mayhem as directed by the modeling Agency. and I would like us to do some work together.I presently have a good offer for you. I want to know if you are interested in modeling because I need pictures of a good looking Model who will be on the magazine cover for the Millennium lunching edition.Please let me know if you are interested in the Job. You stand a chance of making a reasonable $400 as a welcome assignment compensation fee from this deal to start,and even a noticeable fame. Let me know if you are interested by mailing me in my offer and I would give you further details.Please get back to me asap.You can as well visit complex magazine website inclusive www.complex.com. I will be glad if you can still get me more models. Warmest Regards, Yanpes Scott Top Girls: Mila Kunis | Olivia Munn | Kim Kardashian | Rachelle Leah | Kristen Bell | Fergie | Alicia Keys | Katrina Bowden | Cassie | Rihanna | Heather Graham | Paula Patton Features: Complex Video | Celebrities | Style | Product Guide | Gear | Girls | Sneakers | Hot Complex | Complex Women | Movies | Music | Video Games | Win Stuff | Events Local Guides: Atlanta | Boston | Chicago | Las Vegas | Los Angeles | Miami | New York | Philadelphia | San Diego | Honolulu | San Francisco | Seattle | Buenos Aires | Montreal Than I sent him a response e-mail saying I was interested and he sent me this back. Hello, Thanks for your response and interest.The taken pictures will be used for the magazine cover which our website is www.complex.com. The name of the company is Complex Magazine. It has just been established in United Kingdom also.Presently the company needs a Model for Next month edition and am giving you the offer.Your Jobs will be exhibited on our website and also after the first set of picture are being sent. We are seeking a good looking model/talents that are dependable and willing to work in and apart of a team. We want good people to represent our company as well as themselves. We are accepting new upcoming female and Male models & talent to be trained. If you feel you have what it takes then please submit a full body photographs along with a resume or brief bio about you to us. Our magazines will be sent to you in order for you to know about the company. Subsequently depending on how best this suits. You could be invited over to the company to sign a contract with us.The location of the shoots will be somewhere close to where you are located..There is an assigned make-up artist wardrobe Artist for the project.As soon as we agree, the make-up artist and the photographer will get in touch with you to agree on the location, date and time of the shoots. As written in my previous mail, you will get $400 i.e 10% out of your pay to start which will be sent to you immediately. After payment has been received, the photo shoots will be taken and sent to the company.There will be a pre-arranged hair/ make up artist that will be coming over to you for the shoots.They will be contacting you for proper arrangement of time and location after payments has been made. Guess the arrangement is understood. In order for payment to be made to you, provide me with the following details so we can mail you the payment:Moreover there will be no nudity or implied nudity involved. REQUIREMENTS: • Model• Must be btw 1 year old & above with a valid id. • Best reachable time • Best contact number to reached • Submit photos along with a bio or resume • E-mail us photos of professional Photo's u have taken with the Studio name you took it from Complex Magazine Model & Talent Management EMAIL: complexmodels@yahoo.com Subject Line "Interested In Modeling" Check Us Out At These Websites: www.complex.com YOUR FULL NAME: YOUR FULL MAILING ADDRESS (PO Boxes NOT ALLOWED) : CITY: STATE: ZIP CODE: PHONE: AGE: SEX: Regards Management What do you guys think?

how this is work for you? What are the attributes of a creative manager? “Openness, perceptiveness, flexibility, responsiveness, involvement, a capacity and willingness to draw out the creativity in others, a focus on possibilities, the potential of networking and other opportunities rather than procedure,” says Jane Henry, editor of Creative Management and Development ( www.sagepublications.com). Facilitation and communication skills help, and so does a participative and inclusive style of management, she adds. Henry heads the Centre for Human Resources and Change Management at the Open University School of Management in Milton Keynes, UK. A chartered psychologist with extensive consultancy experience, she is also the author of several books. Her research looks at ways in which organisations can develop their creativity and innovation and how individuals with different styles can best enhance their development over time. “Creative management is more about open perception than a route map, an attitude that is flexible enough to listen to others and respond intuitively to opportunities, secure enough to allow their staff freedom to find their own way. The right way of doing this will vary according to culture and circumstances,” explains Henry during a recent e-mail interaction with The New Manager. Excerpts from the interview: First, what is creative management? Creative management is a form of management associated with sustainable self-organisation. It is common in organisations wishing to engage the creativity of their workforce in improving products, processes and services, enhancing workforce commitment and customer/client/ staff satisfaction. Can creativity be developed in organisations? Are there clear measures of creativity that can be used, for example, in a corporate context? Creativity can be developed in organisations at the level of the individual, team, organisation and cross-organisation networks. Many people use tests of divergent thinking, i.e. how many uses can one think of for a plastic cup, as a measure of creativity. This is a very poor measure of creativity and not very helpful in organisations. Another approach measures people’s cognitive style differentiating between different ways of being creative — those who like to do things better and those who like to do things differently. Those with an adaptive preference are more likely to be more comfortable working within existing frames and improving existing products. Those with an innovative preference are naturally more inclined to challenge the status quo and aim for breakthroughs. Other measures of organisational creativity that have been used include the number of suggestions per employee and level of absenteeism, with the former increasing and the latter decreasing in creative companies. Have there been breakthrough findings in recent years about creative management? This depends on your perspective and location. In the West, creativity had been associated with innovative breakthroughs — inventing processes from scratch and glorified through individuals such as Einstein, Edison, Anita Roddick or Richard Branson. One of the changes in the West over the last quarter century is that organisations have come to appreciate the importance of engaging the entire workforce in improving processes and made clear attempts to empower the workforce to do so. Is increased competition the only driver for creative management? Definitely not; many creative people are motivated intrinsically, i.e. with a marked preference for working on areas of interest to them. Freedom as to how people engage with tasks is often a sufficient driver for people to develop a more creative approach. Humans are naturally very creative so long as they feel safe enough and engaged enough to bother to try out new ways of doing things. Organisational bureaucracy can sometimes get in the way of these natural instincts. What is the role of tacit knowledge in organisational creativity? Tacit knowledge is central to creativity, organisational or otherwise. Cognitive science has shown clearly that we know things long before we realise we do or are able to explain how we know. Creative ideas generally emerge tacitly, when people are relaxed. Organisations where people feel a measure of freedom, rather than those that are committee-bound and where people feel obliged to look busy, are more likely to be safe enough for people to feel able to explore the half-baked tacit notions that develop into new creative ideas with a bit of nurturing. Many processes that attempt to encourage creativity in groups use processes that aim to tap into tacit ideas. Are there lifestyle features that are associated with creativity? The socially-embedded do indeed generally report themselves as happier than the more isolated amongst us. There is some work to suggest that those in a positive mood find it easier to make more associations and that these broad associations make it easier for them to be more creative. The creatively-fulfilled tend also to be happier, not the least as their work offers meaning and often purpose. Does creativity run the risk of turning into ‘spin’ or manipulated messages one finds so commonly used by politicians to their advantage? Creativity is an essential component of human advancement through the ages. Currently it has extra kudos in the UK for example, as politicians wonder if other organisational sectors can build on the success of the creative industries (pop music, fashion, design and so on). ‘Cool Britannia’ seems to be a successful spin building on aspects of creative life in the UK. Many high-wage economies see creativity as a means of adding value in the face of increasing competition. In more hierarchical cultures there is often an appreciation that organisations might be more creative if the culture could be somewhat more open. Is creativity linked to income and wealth levels? How far is creativity relevant to developing economies, as compared to the developed countries? Do you think creative solutions can be applied for bigger problems that prevail in the developing countries? Creativity can be applied at any level from very large to very small issues and in any country. As I write, scientists all over the world are advancing new technologies to help alleviate climate change and micro-credit unions finance mini-creative ventures for very poor would-be entrepreneurs. In my work in India, Malaysia and China I have found managers as open to the idea that they need ways of opening up and pushing more responsibility down as in the West, though the form this may take can differ. I also use similar approaches advising and facilitating government officials and NGOs attempting to address large-scale issues such as corruption, for example, and when helping companies make technological breakthroughs. The key here is to free up thinking to help people reach new and better way of doing things. Are there negative states of creativity? What are the differences between creativity of nature and nurtured creativity? Should education be so geared to ensure the development of creativity? Creativity is generally defined as something that is new and apt, so inherent in the definition is the notion that the creative idea or product is not any old worthless invention but something that offers quality and answers a need. At the same time, it is no accident that Shiva is the God of creativity and destruction embodied, as one usually has to destroy something to create something new. There are win-win situations where all parties benefit from a new idea, approach or agreement; but often bringing in the new advantages may involve extra work or disadvantaging others. Shifts to greater creativity in organisations, for example, often entail middle managers giving up some of their power. Many organisations have found about 10 per cent of their managers are unable to adapt to the new ways of working. Can there be a tussle between staying the course with a sustainable idea and trying out a creative idea, as for example with product launches? Can dynamism in creativity lead to negative returns at times? Generally, to make way for something new something else has to be destroyed. We see this with new products and processes all the time; the ice selling industry lost out when home refrigerators came in, film gives way to video, analogue to digital TV. There is generally a conservative tendency in organisations and a preference for sticking with the status quo. Any creative endeavour is going to involve something new; it takes persistence and often a champion or sponsor to steer new ideas through an organisation. Historically, companies that stick with what they are good at without creatively adapting to circumstances tend to fare badly in the long-term. Socialisation, externalisation, internalisation and combination — which of these knowledge conversion modes has the highest impact on creativity? There are many different ways of being creative and different people favour different routes. For example, different people may use very different processes to get to the same creative idea, some people are more comfortable with analytical techniques like checklists and matrices, other warm to the fun involved in lateral thinking like imagining how your hero/heroine (whether Gandhi, Superman or Tata) would tackle the issue, others prefer more intuitive approaches such as visualisation. Socialisation, externalisation, internalisation and combination modes of knowledge creation can all have their place at different stages of the creative process. Does luck play a role in creativity, especially in the commercial success of the product? Luck plays a role in many situations including creative ones. However, experience and good judgment are also critical. Generally, in organisations, good timing owes as much to the latter two as the former. On creativity versus type of work, genders, age, and technology. There is scope for creative action in professional, craft, farm and organisational work. The degree of creativity that is appropriate varies according to the situation. Research scientists have a lot of scope for being creative. In contrast most of us are happy that an aeroplane pilot sticks to some standard procedures for checking that the plane is in a good condition to fly. Both sexes are creative. All ages can be creative though the peak age for important breakthrough varies by domain; in mathematics many breakthroughs are made by the rather young, many writers on the other hand have creative success late in life. The creative process also varies by sector. Many artists and poets choose to work alone, whereas many innovative technological breakthroughs involve a group of people with different skills combining their talents. The opportunity for creative action is satisfying to the people involved as they are able to contribute something meaningful. Satisfaction is related to a number of factors including temperament and the degree to which one is socially supported. A key factor is control. On the whole, people who have more control of their lives, including their work, tend to report themselves as being more satisfied than those with less control. Temperament also plays a big part in satisfaction. In the West, extroversion is associated with greater happiness. It would be interesting to see if in a culture such as India, where surrender is more readily accepted as a route to happiness, a different pattern emerged.

how this is work for you? What are the attributes of a creative manager? “Openness, perceptiveness, flexibility, responsiveness, involvement, a capacity and willingness to draw out the creativity in others, a focus on possibilities, the potential of networking and other opportunities rather than procedure,” says Jane Henry, editor of Creative Management and Development ( www.sagepublications.com). Facilitation and communication skills help, and so does a participative and inclusive style of management, she adds. Henry heads the Centre for Human Resources and Change Management at the Open University School of Management in Milton Keynes, UK. A chartered psychologist with extensive consultancy experience, she is also the author of several books. Her research looks at ways in which organisations can develop their creativity and innovation and how individuals with different styles can best enhance their development over time. “Creative management is more about open perception than a route map, an attitude that is flexible enough to listen to others and respond intuitively to opportunities, secure enough to allow their staff freedom to find their own way. The right way of doing this will vary according to culture and circumstances,” explains Henry during a recent e-mail interaction with The New Manager. Excerpts from the interview: First, what is creative management? Creative management is a form of management associated with sustainable self-organisation. It is common in organisations wishing to engage the creativity of their workforce in improving products, processes and services, enhancing workforce commitment and customer/client/ staff satisfaction. Can creativity be developed in organisations? Are there clear measures of creativity that can be used, for example, in a corporate context? Creativity can be developed in organisations at the level of the individual, team, organisation and cross-organisation networks. Many people use tests of divergent thinking, i.e. how many uses can one think of for a plastic cup, as a measure of creativity. This is a very poor measure of creativity and not very helpful in organisations. Another approach measures people’s cognitive style differentiating between different ways of being creative — those who like to do things better and those who like to do things differently. Those with an adaptive preference are more likely to be more comfortable working within existing frames and improving existing products. Those with an innovative preference are naturally more inclined to challenge the status quo and aim for breakthroughs. Other measures of organisational creativity that have been used include the number of suggestions per employee and level of absenteeism, with the former increasing and the latter decreasing in creative companies. Have there been breakthrough findings in recent years about creative management? This depends on your perspective and location. In the West, creativity had been associated with innovative breakthroughs — inventing processes from scratch and glorified through individuals such as Einstein, Edison, Anita Roddick or Richard Branson. One of the changes in the West over the last quarter century is that organisations have come to appreciate the importance of engaging the entire workforce in improving processes and made clear attempts to empower the workforce to do so. Is increased competition the only driver for creative management? Definitely not; many creative people are motivated intrinsically, i.e. with a marked preference for working on areas of interest to them. Freedom as to how people engage with tasks is often a sufficient driver for people to develop a more creative approach. Humans are naturally very creative so long as they feel safe enough and engaged enough to bother to try out new ways of doing things. Organisational bureaucracy can sometimes get in the way of these natural instincts. What is the role of tacit knowledge in organisational creativity? Tacit knowledge is central to creativity, organisational or otherwise. Cognitive science has shown clearly that we know things long before we realise we do or are able to explain how we know. Creative ideas generally emerge tacitly, when people are relaxed. Organisations where people feel a measure of freedom, rather than those that are committee-bound and where people feel obliged to look busy, are more likely to be safe enough for people to feel able to explore the half-baked tacit notions that develop into new creative ideas with a bit of nurturing. Many processes that attempt to encourage creativity in groups use processes that aim to tap into tacit ideas. Are there lifestyle features that are associated with creativity? The socially-embedded do indeed generally report themselves as happier than the more isolated amongst us. There is some work to suggest that those in a positive mood find it easier to make more associations and that these broad associations make it easier for them to be more creative. The creatively-fulfilled tend also to be happier, not the least as their work offers meaning and often purpose. Does creativity run the risk of turning into ‘spin’ or manipulated messages one finds so commonly used by politicians to their advantage? Creativity is an essential component of human advancement through the ages. Currently it has extra kudos in the UK for example, as politicians wonder if other organisational sectors can build on the success of the creative industries (pop music, fashion, design and so on). ‘Cool Britannia’ seems to be a successful spin building on aspects of creative life in the UK. Many high-wage economies see creativity as a means of adding value in the face of increasing competition. In more hierarchical cultures there is often an appreciation that organisations might be more creative if the culture could be somewhat more open. Is creativity linked to income and wealth levels? How far is creativity relevant to developing economies, as compared to the developed countries? Do you think creative solutions can be applied for bigger problems that prevail in the developing countries? Creativity can be applied at any level from very large to very small issues and in any country. As I write, scientists all over the world are advancing new technologies to help alleviate climate change and micro-credit unions finance mini-creative ventures for very poor would-be entrepreneurs. In my work in India, Malaysia and China I have found managers as open to the idea that they need ways of opening up and pushing more responsibility down as in the West, though the form this may take can differ. I also use similar approaches advising and facilitating government officials and NGOs attempting to address large-scale issues such as corruption, for example, and when helping companies make technological breakthroughs. The key here is to free up thinking to help people reach new and better way of doing things. Are there negative states of creativity? What are the differences between creativity of nature and nurtured creativity? Should education be so geared to ensure the development of creativity? Creativity is generally defined as something that is new and apt, so inherent in the definition is the notion that the creative idea or product is not any old worthless invention but something that offers quality and answers a need. At the same time, it is no accident that Shiva is the God of creativity and destruction embodied, as one usually has to destroy something to create something new. There are win-win situations where all parties benefit from a new idea, approach or agreement; but often bringing in the new advantages may involve extra work or disadvantaging others. Shifts to greater creativity in organisations, for example, often entail middle managers giving up some of their power. Many organisations have found about 10 per cent of their managers are unable to adapt to the new ways of working. Can there be a tussle between staying the course with a sustainable idea and trying out a creative idea, as for example with product launches? Can dynamism in creativity lead to negative returns at times? Generally, to make way for something new something else has to be destroyed. We see this with new products and processes all the time; the ice selling industry lost out when home refrigerators came in, film gives way to video, analogue to digital TV. There is generally a conservative tendency in organisations and a preference for sticking with the status quo. Any creative endeavour is going to involve something new; it takes persistence and often a champion or sponsor to steer new ideas through an organisation. Historically, companies that stick with what they are good at without creatively adapting to circumstances tend to fare badly in the long-term. Socialisation, externalisation, internalisation and combination — which of these knowledge conversion modes has the highest impact on creativity? There are many different ways of being creative and different people favour different routes. For example, different people may use very different processes to get to the same creative idea, some people are more comfortable with analytical techniques like checklists and matrices, other warm to the fun involved in lateral thinking like imagining how your hero/heroine (whether Gandhi, Superman or Tata) would tackle the issue, others prefer more intuitive approaches such as visualisation. Socialisation, externalisation, internalisation and combination modes of knowledge creation can all have their place at different stages of the creative process. Does luck play a role in creativity, especially in the commercial success of the product? Luck plays a role in many situations including creative ones. However, experience and good judgment are also critical. Generally, in organisations, good timing owes as much to the latter two as the former. On creativity versus type of work, genders, age, and technology. There is scope for creative action in professional, craft, farm and organisational work. The degree of creativity that is appropriate varies according to the situation. Research scientists have a lot of scope for being creative. In contrast most of us are happy that an aeroplane pilot sticks to some standard procedures for checking that the plane is in a good condition to fly. Both sexes are creative. All ages can be creative though the peak age for important breakthrough varies by domain; in mathematics many breakthroughs are made by the rather young, many writers on the other hand have creative success late in life. The creative process also varies by sector. Many artists and poets choose to work alone, whereas many innovative technological breakthroughs involve a group of people with different skills combining their talents. The opportunity for creative action is satisfying to the people involved as they are able to contribute something meaningful. Satisfaction is related to a number of factors including temperament and the degree to which one is socially supported. A key factor is control. On the whole, people who have more control of their lives, including their work, tend to report themselves as being more satisfied than those with less control. Temperament also plays a big part in satisfaction. In the West, extroversion is associated with greater happiness. It would be interesting to see if in a culture such as India, where surrender is more readily accepted as a route to happiness, a different pattern emerged.