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Sunday, April 25, 2010

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VERY INTERESTING STUFF

In the
1400's a law was set forth
  in   England that a man was allowed
to beat his wife with a stick no thicker than his thumb.
Hence we have 'the rule
of thumb'

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Many years ago in
Scotland , a new game was invented. It was ruled 'Gentlemen
Only...Ladies Forbidden'.. .and thus, the word GOLF entered
into the English language.


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The first couple to
be shown in bed together on prime time TV was Fred and Wilma
Flintstone.


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Every day more money
is printed for Monopoly than the   U.S.
Treasury.


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Men can read smaller
print than women can; women can hear better.


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Coca-Cola was
originally green.


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It is impossible to lick
your elbow.


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The State with the
highest percentage of people who walk to work:


Alaska


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The percentage of
Africa that is wilderness: 28% (now get
this...)


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The percentage of
North America that is wilderness: 38%

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The cost of raising
a medium-size dog to the age of eleven:

$ 16,400


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The average number
of people airborne over the U.S. in any given
hour:


61,000


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Intelligent people
have more zinc and copper in their hair..



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The first novel ever
written on a typewriter, Tom Sawyer.


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The   San Francisco
Cable cars are the only mobile National
Monuments.


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Each king in a deck
of playing cards represents a great king from history:




Spades - King David



Hearts - Charlemagne



Clubs -Alexander,
the Great

Diamonds - Julius
Caesar


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111,111,111 x
111,111,111 = 12,345,678,987,654,321


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If a statue in the
park of a person on a horse has both front 2 legs in the air,
the person died in battle. If the horse has one front leg in
the air, the person died because of wounds received in battle.

If the horse has all four legs on the ground, the person died
of natural causes


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Only two people
signed the Declaration of   Independence  on July 4, John Hancock
and Charles Thomson. Most of the rest signed on August 2, but
the last signature wasn't added until 5 years later.



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Q. Half of all
Americans live within 50 miles of what?


A. Their birthplace


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Q. Most boat owners
name their boats. What is the most popular boat name
requested?



A.
Obsession


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Q.. If you were to
spell out numbers, how far would you have to go until you
would find the letter 'A'?



A. One
thousand


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Q. What do
bulletproof vests, fire escapes, windshield wipers and laser
printers have in common?



A. All were invented
by women.

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Q. What is the only
food that doesn't spoil?



A.
Honey

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Q. Which day are
there more collect calls than any other day of the

year?


A. Father's
Day

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In Shakespear's
time, mattresses were
secured on bed frames by ropes.
When you pulled on the ropes, the mattress tightened,
making the bed firmer to sleep on. Hence the
phrase...'Goodnight , sleep tight'

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It was the accepted
practice in Babylon 4,000 years ago that for a month after the
wedding, the bride's father would supply his son-in-law with
all the mead he could drink. Mead is a honey beer and because
their calendar was lunar based, this period was called the
honey month, which we know today as the honeymoon.


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In English pubs, ale
is ordered by pints and quarts... So in old   England , when
customers got unruly, the bartender would yell at them 'Mind
your pints and quarts, and settle down..'



It's where we get
the phrase 'mind your P's and Q's'


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Many years ago in
England , pub frequenters had a whistle baked into the rim, or
handle, of their ceramic cups. When they needed a refill ,
they used the whistle to get some service. 'Wet your whistle'
is the phrase inspired by this practice.


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At least 75% of
people who
read this will try to lick their
elbow!


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Don't delete this
just because it looks weird. Believe it or not, you can read
it.



I cdnuolt blveiee
taht I cluod
aulaclty uesdnatnrd waht I was rdanieg. The
phaonmneal pweor of the hmuan mnid Aoccdrnig to rscheearch at
Cmabrigde Uinervtisy, it deosn't mttaer in waht oredr the
ltteers in a wrod are, the olny iprmoatnt tihng is taht the
first and last ltteer be in the rghit pclae. The rset can be a
taotl mses and you can still raed it wouthit a20porbelm. This
is bcuseae the huamn mnid deos not raed ervey lteter by
istlef, but the wrod as a wlohe. Amzanig huh?


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YOU
KNOW YOU ARE LIVING IN 2010 when...


1. You accidentally
enter your PIN on the microwave...



2. You haven't
played solitaire with real cards in years.


3. You have a list
of 15 phone numbers to reach
your family of
three.

4. You e-mail the
person who works at the desk next to you.


5. Your reason for
not staying in touch with friends and family is that they
don't have e-mail addresses.


6. You pull up in
your own driveway and use your cell phone to see if anyone is
home to help you carry in the groceries.


7. Every commercial
on television has a web-site at the bottom of the screen.



8.. Leaving the house
without your cell phone, which you didn't even have the first
20 or 30 (or 60) years of your life, is now a cause for panic
and you turn around to go and get it.



10. You get up in
the morning and go on-line before getting your
coffee


11. You start
tilting your head sideways to smile. : )


12 You're reading
this and nodding and laughing.


13. Even worse, you
know exactly to whom you are going to forward this
message.


14. You are too busy
to notice there was no #9 on this list.


15. You actually
scrolled back up to check that there wasn't a #9 on this
list


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FINALLY~~~~~ ~~~~~~~


NOW U R LAUGHING at
yourself.


Go lick your elbow.

 



sent by Mr. B. Ramakrishna from
Kuala lumpur





 

 
 








Blogger tramu said...
Hi, good post.... Thanks & Regards
May 10, 2010 8:58 PM

Things You must do before an interview

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You've worked hard to get here. You've sent out 31 resumes, networked, attended job fairs, enrolled in school for more education - you've taken all the right steps. Then, one afternoon the phone rings. "Yes, we'd like you to come in for an interview. Is next Tuesday at 10:00 alright with you?" Alright???!!! You can be there in 10 minutes! But you gather your composure, pretend to rifle through your "appointment book" and calmly reply, "Yes, Tuesday at 10:00 works for me. See you then." Now what?

The sequence goes like this: the resume gets you an interview; the interview gets you the job. This is when you become more than a bunch of employment dates and workplace accomplishments. This is your opportunity to shine. It's show time!

Go in cold and you're working at a disadvantage. You prepped the perfect resume, now it's time to prep for that all-important interview. Here are ten steps you should take before you show up at the interviewer's door.

1. Review your resume. Sure, you know it by heart. But what was it that caught the eye of this
recruiter or the HR pro? Specialized experience? Unique training? A steady history of career advancement? Revisit your resume from the point of view of the interviewer. It may provide insight into the company's employee needs - something that would certainly be advantageous to know going in.

2. Get back on-line. The Internet served you well in the preparation of personalized cover
letters targeted at the recipients' needs. Okay, visit the company web site again and start taking notes. Corporate officers, the latest press releases, the company's annual report. Gather as much information as you can on your soon-to-be-employer.

3. Study, study, then cram. The more you learn about your callback company, the better you're going to feel walking in that door. Knowledge is power. Knowledge will make you more confident
in your attitude and your answers. You know this stuff. You've studied it! Knowledge of company products, services, protocols and procedures shows the interviewer that you're proactive, with an eye for detail and an appreciation for the power of preparation. In other words, you'll make a positive impression.

4. Rehearse your interview. How can you rehearse for something that doesn't have a script? Write one.You know the typical questions you'll be asked so write down some of your most
insightful, witty thoughts regarding the state of your industry and profession. Be prepared to describe past positions, responsibilities and accomplishments. This is not a time for false modesty, so don't be afraid to highlight your professional strengths and play down your terrible typing skills. Remember: it's no brag if it's the truth. Ask your spouse, your child or a friend to play the role of interviewer so you become more comfortable speaking about yourself in front of others. Again, this is a confidence builder. The more you practice, the more confident you'll be.

5. Develop your list of questions. Your interview shouldn't be seen as some type of interrogation. It's a "getting to know you" meeting, so feel free to ask questions. However, your first question
shouldn't be "How much do I get paid?" or "How's the 401k plan, here?" Instead, ask questions that show you understand the job and the company's needs. Be quick to pick up on the interviewer's comments and ask relevant questions.

Interviewer: We've had some issues with field reports coming in late recently. You: How are the reports transmitted? (Oh, you're good. Very good.)

6. Dress for success. An interview is a performance with people playing different roles. Your role is successful job prospect. Play the part. Whether you're female or male, the conservative business suit is the recommended attire for any interview. If your business suit needs a pressing, send it to the dry cleaners. If you don't own a suit (you'd be surprised at the number of us who don't) go out and get one. It doesn't have to be an $800 designer suit, but it should be conservative black, blue or gray.

7. Get cut or coiffed. You'll have 15 minutes to make a good impression. Treat yourself to a
visit to the local hair stylist. You bet looks matter. They'll be plenty of time to show your talent once you land the job. For now, look like a success, feel like a success - be a success.

8. Practice positive visualization. Professional athletes do it. So do actors, yoga instructors and new age thinkers who sleep under makeshift pyramids to absorb that mystical energy. It's called positive visualization - and it works. It really does. In the days leading up to the interview, picture yourself sitting opposite the head of HR. Picture yourself relaxed, comfortable, at the top of your game. Play that clip over and over in your mind until it becomes so familiar, it actually becomes a part of your self-image. It simply can't be stated too often - your confidence during an interview should be obvious and genuine.

9. Gather your materials. The day before the interview, gather your materials and place them in a briefcase or attaché. Don't have one? Buy one or borrow one. It's another opportunity to project that professional image you wear so well. Bring extra copies of your resume in a manila envelop. Bring a pad and pencil to take notes. Bring a calculator (you never know). Bring your address book and copies of your business card.
If you've been asked to provide additional information (school transcripts, e.g.) make sure you've got clean copies ready to hand over.

10. Sleep tight. You've done it all. You've prepared yourself; you've built your confidence
so you can look the interviewer straight in the eye. You are ready to rock 'n' roll! Okay, too psyched. You'll never get to sleep. The night before the interview, go to bed early. Have some warm milk, coco or herbal tea (stay away from the 3rd scotch). Relax. Set the alarm and sleep comfortably in the knowledge that you're as prepared as you'll ever be. No, not every interview will be a success.

You won't get the job every time - but don't take it personally. It's not about you; it's about the needs of the company. However, you can increase the chances of success by presenting a professional, prepared, and confident you to the interviewer. That's how you turn an interview into a job offer. You're hired!

All the best !