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The practice of collecting and combining family photos and memorabilia and recording events, incidents and stories in a scrapbook style album is known as scrap booking. It is a wonderful hobby of chronicling the happenings in your family. History: History of scrap booking or the hobby of recording events in ones' family dates back to ancient Greece. In ancient Greece, "hypomnemata" was a form of recording ones' own stories and thoughts in a notebook. Scrapbooks with photographs started only when photos were available to people. Scrap booking is an old term which was reborn only during the 1990s in a new and interesting manner. Scrapbooks were quick enough to adopt new and scientific techniques of photo preservation to ensure that photos last for a much loner period of time than simply lying elsewhere in albums. Today scrap booking has evolved into a fine craft which involves creative story telling by means of photos and mementos and adding information ...

Ham radio operator is an amateur radio operator who by sheer virtue of his interest and fascination towards wireless communication tries to establish radio contacts around the world. The unique mix of fun, public service and communication is the main characteristic of Amateur Radio. All hams have a common basic knowledge of radio technology and operating principles. In the US, hams have to pass an examination for the FCC license to operate on radio frequencies known as the "Amateur Bands." There have been many debates as to why an amateur radio operator is called a ham. Some say HAM relates to three great radio experimenters namely Hertz, Armstrong and Marconi. Who can be a typical ham? A typical ham can come from any walks of life be it movie stars, doctors, students, politicians, missionaries or just a common man on the street. They all say hello to the world and no matter which code they use they have an interest on whats' happening around the world and...

Hi  We all know a team in not just a single person or his own efforts , "A team is a group organized to work together to accomplish a set of objectives that cannot be achieved effectively by individuals."  Here are the most improtatnt characteristics for a team to be Well organized with great outcome.   Purpose : Members proudly share a sense of why the team exists and are invested in accomplishing its mission and goals. Priorities : Members know what needs to be done next, by whom, and by when to achieve team goals. Roles : Members know their roles in getting tasks done and when to allow a more skillful member to do a certain task. Decisions : Authority and decision-making lines are clearly understood. Conflict : Conflict is dealt with openly and is considered important to decision-making and personal growth. Personal traits : members feel their unique personalities are appre...

Ponniyin Selvan Audio - First ever album - Bagam - 2 -to be released by itunes officially- Pls check it out - thanks - about 15 + hours of listening of the great epic from Amarar Kalki - Hope you will like it http://itunes.apple.com/us/album/ps-bagam-2-adhyay am-29-yaanaipaagan/id405032003?i=405033359 Happy Listening :)

If pressure in a team increases it automatically decreases the work flow & production. So to maintain or increase the work flow, there are 5 little ways as follows. These may be simple however, it gives us the way to get things done in a great manner with huge profit. Having clearly defined roles. Being empowered by their leaders to do what they do best without interference. Listening to suggestions from all team members regardless of hierarchy sharing the load when something had to be fixed quickly. Pride in the show they were producing. Maintaining a sense of fun throughout.  Happy Working :)

All of the job searching has one thing in common, yes that the Process & the selection of the right candidate to the Right Job through Interview.Thus the basic flow of an interview is a common process and has its own Dynamics and Flow.Remember , no one gets a job without Interviewing or Interviewed.Knowing WHATs' gonna happen ,will help ourselves' prepare for the single most important part of the job search process. Dynamics of an Interview: Preparation of the Interview In the Waiting Room Meeting the interviewer(s)  Getting down to business Time to go After the interview Making a big Bucks  The job Offer On Job Board Happy hunting :)

Great teams or records are not formed in a days' time. However, they r analysed & made possible with lots & loads of effort & Team work. Here are some aspects which are really improtant and vitial for a great team. A great team will have: 1. Members sharing leadership responsibility and rotating other roles as needed. 2. All participating in idea generation, problem solving, and decision-making. 3. Members showing support, respect, and trust for one another. 4. All taking actions and doing work that is necessary to reach team goals. 5. Members managing conflict by confronting issues and inappropriate behaviors. Happy Working :)

String figures are designs formed from nothing more than a loop of string. Most of the time, people use their fingers to weave string figures, but sometimes, they also use their toes, knees, elbows, and mouth. The result is often a fabulous pattern! String figures were once known to nearly all native inhabitants of East Asia, Australia, Africa, the Arctic, the Americas and the Pacific Islands. In fact, some designs are believed to be ancient, perhaps dating from the stone age. Their function varied from place to place. In some locations, string figures provided a much needed artistic outlet -- competitions were held to see who could make the most interesting design. In other locations, string figures were used by tribal storytellers to illustrate their tales. Elsewhere, string figures served as good luck charms to help ensure a bountiful harvest or a successful hunt. But in most locations, string figures were made simply to kill time! The International String Figure As...

Leadership is a gr8 tool which helps in team building or bonding along with Motivation & Management ( getting things done by others). Here are some valuable points which helps in motivating & building a team with the help of LEADERSHIP. 1. Be positive and set a good example for the team. 2. Share information on projects and business openly with the team. 3. When possible, let team work through their conflicts, but be ready to resolve negative conflict and bad situations before team morale is damaged. 4. Give feedback for improvement when necessary in a positive and thoughtful way. 5. Show appreciation for the work team does using different methods for rewarding team and members. 6. If a team request or member idea is not understood, ask for clarification or examples. 7. Actively listen to team complaints, ideas, and improvements. 8. Allow the team to evaluate its leader and suggest improvement ideas to help the team with respect, trust, and confidence in ...

The moment you start doing anything at all with another person, you've established a team. Begin a conversation, pick up the phone, brainstorm an idea and you're in teamwork . Start with Your Ability to Relate  Every possibility, from landing the contract to the romantic evening hinges on your ability to relate. But neither profit nor pleasure are the primary motivation for teamwork. Productive teamwork moves you toward challenge, through change, with more confidence. Working well on any team generates energy and enthusiasm for life. Some are More Skilled than Others   This ability is learned. You do not need complex interaction formulas. You don't have to be easy-going, well-educated, hard-nosed, or even especially intelligent to build a team. You don't have to be anything other than yourself. You can be effective with people using common sense and a few fundamental principles. Vision Commitment Trust In...

The key to a successful project is in the planning. Creating a project plan is the first thing you should do when undertaking any kind of project. Often project planning is ignored in favour of getting on with the work. However, many people fail to realise the value of a project plan in saving time, money and many problems. " 1 hour of PLANNING , saves  3 hours of EXECUTION " So planning is very important in any project in any kind of Org. Steps in PROJECT PLANNING : Step 1: Project Goals Step 2: Project Deliverables Step 3: Project Schedule Step 4: Supporting Plans   Happy Planning :)

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PM Process: Project management is a complex undertaking, with many stages and processes. It should follow the full business life cycle, from definition and justification of the project, through to delivering demonstrable benefits for the business. The project manager's skills are essential from the beginning. The defined approach and its business case will rely on a good understanding of the project process along with reliable estimating and carefully considered planning. As well as the project manager's prime objective to deliver the results, there are many supporting disciplines and processes. These should ensure that the project will deliver a valuable result without surprises. The foremost need is to monitor the anticipated level of benefits and make adjustments to deliver optimum results. The leadership team should also actively identify and manage risks, issues, changed requirements, quality standards, plus a host of other side issues. Not all these processes fol...

Project management is the discipline of planning, organizing, and managing resources to bring about the successful completion of specific project goals and objectives. The major activities or the facts to be known from or for PM, are many and some of them are Project Management Ethics and Professional Responsibility Project management Framework / Process Project integration management Project Scope Management Project Time Management Project Cost Management Project Quality Management Project Human Resource Management Project Communications Management Project Risk Management Project Procurement Management 

Project management includes a number of elements: four to five process groups, and a control system. Regardless of the methodology or terminology used, the same basic project management processes will be used.   Major process groups generally include: Initiation Planning or development Production or execution Monitoring and controlling Closing

Lit or unlit, candles create an instant atmosphere. They come in a wide variety of colors, shapes, sizes and scents. Candles also serve many purposes, including atmosphere, celebration and decoration and many more. While candle making should always be fun, it is not always successful. Keep in mind the following tips to make the process a little easier. And always remember, if you don't like the finished product or if it turns out to be a disaster, you can always melt it down and start over again. But, don't forget, an ugly candle will burn just as bright and long as any other candle. Melting Wax Always melt wax in a container over a pot of hot water, such as a double boiler. To blend wax and dye, melt the wax first, then add the dye. Use a thermometer to check the temperature of the wax. Priming the Wick Prime the wick before melting the wax. Immerse the wick in the wax for about five minutes. Pull the wick straight and lay flat to harden. General Precautions K...

If you are a thorough outdoor person interested in climbing mountains, crossing thickly dense forests or streams or walking along peddled roads, then trekking is an ideal hobby for you. However, before venturing out on trekking you must remember a few points. Trekking is not a relaxing activity. It involves extreme physical hard word and mental stamina. Who can go on a trek? Anybody can go on a trek but it is best to plan your trek according to the level of physical fitness. Trekking can be done individually or can be organized in groups. The type of trekking depends upon your physical fitness, where you want go, type of landscape you are looking for, thrills you wish to enjoy, and how much you can spend. Though going out alone on a trek involves privacy but do not rule out the possibility of accidents or falling ill or even losing your way. It is best you take part in organized treks where there are guides, cooks, porters and of course friends to help you in times...

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Numerology is the science of numbers. This science was given an identity of its own by Greek mathematician Pythagoras. It is used as a practical method of understanding your deeper nature. It gives insights into the opportunities that you may encounter in your lifetime. It is a self-help tool that provides meaningful advice for all types of situations. Anyway, for knowing your numerology readings you have to know your Life Path Number, which is popularly called as ‘Lucky Number’. Here is how to find it. First write down your date of birth. Then add all the numbers in it. Then you arrive at a sum. Then add the numbers in that sum number. Now you have your Life Path Number. Example: If you are born on 9-6-1981 here is the way to find your Life Path Number. Add all the numbers in the birth date. 9+6+1+9+8+1=34. 34 is the sum number. Add the numbers in it. 3+4=7 7 is your Life Path Number or Lucky Number. Secrets of your name If you don’t know your birth date, you can find out you...

Origami is the ancient Japanese art of paper folding. It is derived from two words " ori " which means folding and " kami" which means paper. It is a form of visual representation that is done primarily by folding paper. The main purpose of origami is to create various shapes using geometric folds and crease patterns with the help of gluing or cutting paper. Only small number of folds are used in origami but they can be combined various ways to make elaborate designs. Happy Origami :)

Cacti cultivation is more like specialization in a part of gardening. So, those who are interested in gardening but are too lazy to take care can start growing cacti. There are different types of cacti and it is very easy to cultivate cacti as they do not need much attention. Cacti are succulents (but not all succulents are cacti ) & spines are found on all true cacti. These spines grown from small tuft of hair or wool. This is known as an areole and is unique feature of this plant. No cacti have leaves except the Genus Pereskia. Cacti Cultivation : Cacti, often described as desert plant needs sunny and well airy space with light potting mixture. Like every other plant, over watering kills them too. But one must be extra careful in watering. The art of growing cacti is in the watering and the amount given can vary according to the type of mixture. Potting Mixture : Two parts loam, one part peat and one part of shard coarse sand. Some additions of broken brick or...

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Art of writing is known as calligraphy. Calligraphy is an art which anyone can take it up as a hobby. A pen and a paper is all you need to do calligraphy. Calligraphy can be lot of fun and enjoyed by old and aged. Today with use of computers in our everyday life, calligraphy as an art is almost forgotten. However, it continues to flourish in wedding and event invitations, original hand lettered logo design, religious art, graphic design, cut stone inscriptions and memorial documents. Happy  Writing :)

Bonsai is the fine art of cultivating miniature trees. In Japanese, it is literally translated as "Tray Planting". Bonsai is the art of dwarfing trees and developing them into good, decent shape by pruning, training and re potting by applying different techniques. Bonsai is actively practiced by many. Bonsai is a hobby that allows one to be with nature constantly. The height of most bonsai range from 5 centimetres (2 in) to 1 metre (3.33 ft) and are developed from seeds or cuttings from young, stunted trees. Bonsai are often referred to as "heaven and earth in one container" since they are complete in itself but yet part of nature. Bonsai plants are positioned at the centre as center point is symbolically regarded as the meeting point of heaven and earth. If looked after properly with care, Bonsai can live for hundred years and admired by generations after generations. Bonsai, even though artificially pruned and trained, look natural and doesn't show interventio...

Collecting antiques can be fun and interesting. It is a hobby enjoyed by many world over. You can collect anything starting right from old bottles, coins, notes, magazines, jewellery, caps, and cans. Being an antique collector is exciting as one can even show others what he or she has collected. How do you start collecting? The most important question that comes to ones' mind is what to collect? You can start collecting things which you love most. Some might choose fancy perfume bottles while others might choose jewellery. It depends entirely upon your taste and choice. The fun starts after you have decided what to collect. You will see yourself keeping a discerning eye on things around you and especially if you pass a antique shop! Tips on antique collection: Collecting antiques is half the fun. Displaying your antiques is an equally engrossing task. If you want to use an entire room to display your antiques then make sure that you have antique furniture as w...

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Aquarium Keeping is a favorite hobby among many individuals especially among children. If you are fond of little moving creatures like fish and watch them play, feed and grow, then aquarium keeping is a wonderful option. You can watch them grow from the comforts of your living room. Aquarium keeping as a hobby is fast increasing. Many young enthusiasts have taken up this hobby. Not only does an aquarium beautify your drawing room but at the same time can be your best companion. Staying in a big city or town at times deprives you of nature. An aquarium at home helps in bringing nature close to you. However, you must have the correct knowledge of aquarium keeping or else your fish might not stay healthy enough for a long time. Temperature: The temperature of the water is extremely important. Most tropical aquariums do best with temperatures ranging from 23 to 28 degrees Celsius (73-82 degrees Fahrenheit). Lighting: The type pf lighting depends upon the kind of animal...