Archive for December, 2008
Girls Aloud – Pop news desk
December 18th, 2008 | Author: admin
bastidores de The Show
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New Musicians Advert
December 17th, 2008 | Author: admin
Hey people, my name is Alex and I am a singer/songwriter and I am in the process of recording my album entitled ”Alex Blak: The Making Of A Superstar”. The theme is based on an artist trying to break into the industry, if I had to describe my sound I would break it down to Pop/R&B/Urban/Hip Hop/Indie/Dance so the sound is its own and the image is colourful, fun and lively. I am planning to perform in venues but most of the places I have contacted are reluctant to backing tracks being used …
By: Alexblak87
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America’s Next Top Model Cycle 1- 12 Winners
December 11th, 2008 | Author: admin
visit us @ kjpopbands.blogspot.com for daily K-Pop News. slideshows of Cycle 1-12 winners including portfolio of Teyona Anderson, current winner of ANTM Cycle 12. 1st song is called It’s You and 2nd song is called Monster. Both are sung by Korean Idol Group called Super Junior. Who’s your fave? I like Naima, Danielle & McKey much! DISCLAIMER I own nothing in this video. songs and pics belong to the rightful owners. ^_^ … america’s next top model antm cycle 1- 12 teyona anderson super junior …
By: ThatsMeant2B
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Job Interviews – Practice Speaking & Answering Questions For a Convincing Performance
December 4th, 2008 | Author: admin
Athletes, performers and presenters across all disciplines know that practicing is only way to be sure of increasing the probability of consistently achieving the desired result. Assessing practice sessions in a constructive manner will develop a personal set of tools and strategies to overcome paralyzing stress, or deal with distractions that are often present in competition and/or performance situations. In basketball, it is common to see a player preparing to attempt a goal by repeatedly bouncing the ball. Then with single-minded focus on the hoop they aim and throw to make the shot. The preparatory bouncing of the ball is designed to tell the player’s mind and body to remember what they have practiced and to do it exactly as rehearsed, right there and then.
Preparing for a job interview requires the same practice discipline. An interview performance requires the applicant to
1 Listen and interpret the interviewer’s questions
2. Formulate and organize thoughts and ideas, and
3. Verbally present a confident response in an engaging manner.
The stress of an interview situation along with the surprise factor of hearing a new question makes concentration and logical thinking a challenge for many applicants. As a result their responses may not include all the requested information. A hesitant delivery will damage a candidate’s chances of being considered competent to perform all requirements of the role. In fact, the candidate may be qualified, experienced and capable, but let down only because they present themselves poorly in an interview situation.
This strategy has three simple phases – collect questions, present your response and review your answer for adequacy of content, organization and delivery performance.
1. Collect Sample Interview Questions. The wider the range of questions the better; both the standard interview questions on written, verbal and interpersonal communication, teams and organization as well as those specific to the role, discipline and industry sector being apply for. For example, if the job specialty is computers, then make sure to include technical questions. Surprisingly little time is required to search interview websites and copy text to create a list of over 200 questions. These need to be printed onto a sheet of paper, and then cut into strips so there is only one question per strip of paper. All are to be placed in a single container. HINT: Try not to read, interpret or think about questions as you gather them.
2. Practice Listening to Questions and Delivering your Response. To recreate the surprise element, questions should be pulled at random from the container. As most interview questions are asked by an interviewer, it is ideal to have someone read the question to you. However when this is not possible, simply select a slip of paper from the container, read the question and promptly launch into presenting a response. HINT: Read the question once or twice only, and then get rid of paper to avoid the temptation of rereading and disturbing the flow of your response.
It is important to play this game full out. Pretend that you are there in the interview. Like a musician practicing a piece of music, if you lose your place or make a mistake, recover and continue, do not stop your presentation. In a real interview this situation can and does happen. It only becomes significant to the interviewer, if you fail to deal with it in a professional manner, in other words, maintain composure and continue with your response to its logical conclusion.
3. Evaluate the Adequacy of your Response. Reviewing your delivery, content, organization and presentation is essential to improving your performance. If another person can observe you, then ask for their feedback. Were you convincing? What did they like? What could you improve? Sometimes it is good to give your evaluator a form with the specific areas you want them to assess, like “Did I talk too fast, if so, where?” If practicing on your own, staple the question slip to the top of a sheet of paper. Make notes about how you felt you performed, what went well, and indicate what you need to practice again to give a better response this question and why. These sheets become an excellent reference source for review of future responses or as checklists on similar subject matter.
Many people avoid listening to recordings of their voices, or even worse, seeing themselves performing on video. The rewards of reviewing your audio or visual interview performance far outweighs the impediments created by excessive self-judgement. Using recordings to confirm whether the required standard has been achieved, and to identify areas of improvement is now a standard practice for any serious performer. As World Public Speaking Champion, Ed Tate once said, “You look like that. You sound like that. Get over it.”
Listed below are the benefits of practicing a job interview response out loud, just as if you were there:
- Being able to assume a relaxed state prior to being asked a question
- Avoiding auditory paralysis brought on by excessive stress or fear
- Enabling the analytical and logical parts of your brain to work creatively together
- Allowing access to a higher intelligence to assess how the interview is progressing, and if not favourable, to have intellectual and emotional capacity to make adjustments to your presentation and/or engagement of the interviewer
- Becoming accustomed to instantly thinking and organizing your thoughts on any subject
- Increasing the likelihood of presenting confidently using appropriate voice and body language
- Confirm, practice and consolidate good performance techniques
- Develop and rehearse a repertoire of stories to illustrate a particular skill or competency
- Identify and address any weaknesses in presentation, organization and content, and
- Practice talking about yourself in a positive way.
By: Melody Braithwaite
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Preparing for a job interview requires the same practice discipline. An interview performance requires the applicant to
1 Listen and interpret the interviewer’s questions
2. Formulate and organize thoughts and ideas, and
3. Verbally present a confident response in an engaging manner.
The stress of an interview situation along with the surprise factor of hearing a new question makes concentration and logical thinking a challenge for many applicants. As a result their responses may not include all the requested information. A hesitant delivery will damage a candidate’s chances of being considered competent to perform all requirements of the role. In fact, the candidate may be qualified, experienced and capable, but let down only because they present themselves poorly in an interview situation.
This strategy has three simple phases – collect questions, present your response and review your answer for adequacy of content, organization and delivery performance.
1. Collect Sample Interview Questions. The wider the range of questions the better; both the standard interview questions on written, verbal and interpersonal communication, teams and organization as well as those specific to the role, discipline and industry sector being apply for. For example, if the job specialty is computers, then make sure to include technical questions. Surprisingly little time is required to search interview websites and copy text to create a list of over 200 questions. These need to be printed onto a sheet of paper, and then cut into strips so there is only one question per strip of paper. All are to be placed in a single container. HINT: Try not to read, interpret or think about questions as you gather them.
2. Practice Listening to Questions and Delivering your Response. To recreate the surprise element, questions should be pulled at random from the container. As most interview questions are asked by an interviewer, it is ideal to have someone read the question to you. However when this is not possible, simply select a slip of paper from the container, read the question and promptly launch into presenting a response. HINT: Read the question once or twice only, and then get rid of paper to avoid the temptation of rereading and disturbing the flow of your response.
It is important to play this game full out. Pretend that you are there in the interview. Like a musician practicing a piece of music, if you lose your place or make a mistake, recover and continue, do not stop your presentation. In a real interview this situation can and does happen. It only becomes significant to the interviewer, if you fail to deal with it in a professional manner, in other words, maintain composure and continue with your response to its logical conclusion.
3. Evaluate the Adequacy of your Response. Reviewing your delivery, content, organization and presentation is essential to improving your performance. If another person can observe you, then ask for their feedback. Were you convincing? What did they like? What could you improve? Sometimes it is good to give your evaluator a form with the specific areas you want them to assess, like “Did I talk too fast, if so, where?” If practicing on your own, staple the question slip to the top of a sheet of paper. Make notes about how you felt you performed, what went well, and indicate what you need to practice again to give a better response this question and why. These sheets become an excellent reference source for review of future responses or as checklists on similar subject matter.
Many people avoid listening to recordings of their voices, or even worse, seeing themselves performing on video. The rewards of reviewing your audio or visual interview performance far outweighs the impediments created by excessive self-judgement. Using recordings to confirm whether the required standard has been achieved, and to identify areas of improvement is now a standard practice for any serious performer. As World Public Speaking Champion, Ed Tate once said, “You look like that. You sound like that. Get over it.”
Listed below are the benefits of practicing a job interview response out loud, just as if you were there:
- Being able to assume a relaxed state prior to being asked a question
- Avoiding auditory paralysis brought on by excessive stress or fear
- Enabling the analytical and logical parts of your brain to work creatively together
- Allowing access to a higher intelligence to assess how the interview is progressing, and if not favourable, to have intellectual and emotional capacity to make adjustments to your presentation and/or engagement of the interviewer
- Becoming accustomed to instantly thinking and organizing your thoughts on any subject
- Increasing the likelihood of presenting confidently using appropriate voice and body language
- Confirm, practice and consolidate good performance techniques
- Develop and rehearse a repertoire of stories to illustrate a particular skill or competency
- Identify and address any weaknesses in presentation, organization and content, and
- Practice talking about yourself in a positive way.
By: Melody Braithwaite
About the Author:
For the last 10-years as Director of Moving Horizons Pty Ltd, Melody Braithwaite has mentored clients to access inner resources and present themselves confidently in job interviews. As an active member, participant and contributor in Australia to Toastmasters International clubs for over 22 years, she has facilitated workshops and delivered presentations to diverse audiences – corporate, business, community, school and special interest groups equipping individuals with tools, strategies and resources to be confident public speakers.
Toastmasters Club is http://www.lanecovetoastmasters.org.au
Her business websites are http://www.movinghorizons.com.au
Jake Shimabukuro LIVE Concert: Third Stream (finale)
December 1st, 2008 | Author: admin
Jake performs “Third Stream” on his custom ukulele. This is his finale, but I will be uploading the encore TODAY! Performer: Jake Shimabukuro Venue: Belly Up Tavern Camera Operators: Jim Vinson & Michelle Osorio Editor: Michelle Osorio
By: MichelleKenobi
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By: MichelleKenobi
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