World Cup Results 2010: USA vs Ghana

World Cup Results 2010: USA vs Ghana Score and the USA hit the same roadblock as they did four years ago. In a contest this close, it comes down to the one that wants it the most. Ghana was the lone defender of its continent for the games, and being the host nation, they were compelled to pull it out. This they did with a great contest from the Americans. Ghana scored in the first half of the World Cup Results 2010: USA vs Ghana Score. The USA was unable to get a goal in until the second half. And the knot stayed tied until the end of regulation. It would be unfair to say that either team in this match was outplayed, but the one holding the extra point at the end is the clear winner. The World Cup Results 2010: USA vs Ghana Score is a great victory for the African nation.

US Open 2010: Birdie or Bogey

US Open 2010:The PGA tour appears to be one big chip shot right now. Players, both famous and the relatively unknown are making birdies and bogeys almost at the same rate. Normally we look for players like Mickelson and Tiger to shine amongst the unknown players but right now, it really is anyone’s guess.

Pebble Beach is a great course for the US Open but with professionals labeling the greens as difficult. Without some rain, the greens will be dry and play really fast. The greens were being watered at night per the rules and competition guidelines. Mike Davis the senior director of the rules and competition for the US Golf Association indicated that the greens “should be relatively receptive for the first part of the day.”

Pebble Beach’s Par 3 seventh hole runs approximately 106 yards. The morning players are thought to have an advantage here since the winds are suppose to pick up this afternoon. The other popular Par 3 hole at the US Open is the seventeenth which plays a big 222 yards with the pin near the back edge of the green. Only time will tell if these holes help the players or hurt them.

HTC EVO 4G proves it can face the iPhone 4

HTC’s EVO 4G smartphone recently gained the title of Sprint’s best selling phone, after it broke the company’s record for the biggest number of mobile phones sold in only one day.

No official numbers were revealed , but according to Sprint’s officials, the EVO 4G’s launch event was a major success and a milestone for the company. The demand was so big that certain locations exhausted their inventories prematurely.

The success of HTC EVO 4G’s launch proves that the smartphone is a potential opponent on the market for Apple’s new iPhone 4, as both of them are being released in the same time frame.

The EVO 4G runs Android 2.1 and offers 4G speeds, almost ten times faster than a 3G system.

Giants Baseball Prospect: Buster Posey

San Francisco Giants Prospect: Buster Posey As baseball approaches the mid-way point, big stars get bigger and up and coming stars are about to get the chance of a lifetime. The first move could come if the Giants decide to move Buster Posey up. Sources basically indicate that Posey is headed up but to play first base, not catcher. So, even if he shows up in San Francisco as expected, fans will have to wait to see what position he takes on the field. The Giants first basemen, Aubrey Huff, has spent a great deal of time in left field lately. And Buster Posey has been seen playing first base for the Class AAA Fresno squad. While hanging out on first, Posey has managed to hit .349 with six homeruns. The Giants are struggling and could definitely use a jolt from a player like Posey.

24 Season Finale : The Last Moment with Jack Bauer

Watch 24 Season Finale Live Online. It’s been 9 years already since we’ve seen the very first day or the first 24 hours in the life of Jack Bauer. Keifer Sutherland plays as Jack along with his team in CTU. After Lost goes bye bye yesterday, another two of the most promising TV series will be ending their franchise like 24 and Lost and Order. Tonight will be the ending of Jack Bauer’s very long 24 hours.

24 premiered on Nov. 6, 2001 and shows every episode like an hour activity for the whole hour. Keifer Sutherland really works well on his role and almost taken us to the edge of our seat. We know Jack Baur is very tired of his life now and we know that he really need to rest for good.

Check out The “24″ series finale that will be airing this Monday, May 24, 2010 on Fox

Dancing with the Stars 2010 Winner : Evan Lycasek or Nicole Scherzinger?

Dancing with the Stars 2010 Winner and Finale Updates. We are entering the finale episode of Dancing with the Stars 2010 this May 26, 2010. After the first episode of the finale yesterday , it’s been a full of talks and prediction on who will be the next celebrity to win the Dancing with the Stars this season.

Dancing with the Stars 2010 Finale Episode. Winner could be Nicole Scherzinger or Evan Lycasek but don’t forget about Erin Andrews who is currently entered and shocked the whole world on getting to the final 3 in Dancing with the Stars 2010. My prediction will be goes to Nicole Scherzinger of Pussycat dolls by I don’t take away a possibilities of Evan Lycasek to win this one.

Check out the winner on tonight’s Dancing with the Stars 2010 Finale and Awarding at 9:00 pm ET.

Bret Michaels: Celebrity Apprentice Winner 2010

Even if you aren’t a fan of Celebrity Apprentice, it’s difficult to keep the hype surrounding Bret Michaels out of your mind. Basically, with all the illness surrounding him, most people felt he would get the sympathy vote. And, he did indeed win, whether it was due to sympathy or not is another story entirely. Holly Robinson Peete was the celebrity that was not hired.On Sunday night when Donald Trump made his decision between the two finalist, he didn’t necessarily fire Holly, instead he hired Bret. Even the Miss USA said that the Trump look that draws attention when he fires someone is obvious. Last night, that gleam didn’t necessarily show through. Both celebrities in the finals of this season of Celebrity Apprentice definitely won.

Both of the celebrities on this season of the show received funds for their charity of choice. Holly was fighting for autism and Michaels was heading up a group for diabetes. With that in mind, the two went head to head in creating a Snapple drink along with promotional material. The Celebrity Apprentice really just made both celebrities winners this season.

Stanley Cup Finals 2010 Schedule

The Stanley Cup Finals 2010 has the first team in place. The Chicago Blackhawks lost in the conference finals last year but are now in the Finals for the first time since 1992. The game of hockey in general totes a big stick. Players and fans alike tend to be rough and tough on and off the ice.

The Blackhawks won the Western Conference Finals with the fantastic play of Dustin Byfuglien. And now, taking on the winner of the Philadelphia/Montreal series is all that the Blackhawks have on their mind for the Stanley Cup Finals 2010. Just for the record, as the hockey finals tend to set a lot of records, while this is their first appearance since 1992, a win would be the first since 1961. And, with Marian Hossa playing in his third championship in three years with three teams, success is not guaranteed but records will be set.

Other big names to look for in the Stanley Cup Finals 2010 are Jonathan Toews and first year goaltender Antti Niemi. If Niemi can pull this off, he would be only the fourth rookie goalie to win a championship in 40 years. We’ve already determined that the game will be full of records, ifPhiladelphia can hang on, this would be a Phi-Chi finals series. As it stands right now, Hawks fans may find getting a ticket into the United Center to be excruciatingly difficult.

Fargo Marathon: Very Popular 2010 Fargo Marathon

Fargo Marathon: Very Popular 2010 Fargo Marathon The Fargo Marathon is essentially growing by leaps and bounds.It’s been six years since the first race and now, ten times as many runners are registered to give it a run. Friday’s 5-kilo run had about 6,500 runners and in 2005 the first Fargo Marathon only had 2,271. For now, 2,200 runners have signed up to run the full marathon. The marathon spouts a large number of runners along with the 6,500 who ran the half, 1,600 for the team relays, 2,800 for the 10K and the youth run even brought 2,400 runners. That’s a lot of children if you look at this from that stand point alone. Last year’s total was only 14,000. Just for the record, that’s a lot of runners beating the path for the Fargo Marathon in one way.

NBA Playoff Betting – Magic Look To Dig Themselves Out Of 0-2 Hole In Boston

NBA Playoff Betting – Magic Look To Dig Themselves Out Of 0-2 Hole In Boston NBA playoff online betting players have been stunned by Boston’s 2-0 lead over Orlando in the Eastern Conference finals, but the Magic have been good in Beantown recently, and they’ll need their best game of the season to avoid going down three games to none. Bet NBA: Celtics Magic – Saturday, May 22, 8:30 PM ET The Magic had a better game in a 95-92 loss in Game 2, but they still shot 39.4% from the field, and they were outrebounded 38-36. Dwight Howard had a game-high 30 points to go with eight rebounds, and the notoriously-poor foul shooter was 12-of-17 at the charity stripe, but it wasn’t enough to guide the Magic to a win. Vince Carter was just 5-of-15 from the floor for 16 points.

London 2012 Olympic Games mascots launched

The London Organising Committee of the 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games unveiled its Olympic Mascot, Wenlock and Paralympic Mascot, Mandeville.

Wenlock and Mandeville were created from the last drops of steel left over from the construction of the final support girder for the Olympic Stadium. An animated film, based on a story by children’s author Michael Morpurgo, shows how the figures were brought to life and are able to reflect and adapt to their surroundings, changing their appearance depending on the situation. Wenlock and Mandeville will now go on separate journeys, often crossing paths and meeting people all over the UK inspiring them to choose sport as they head towards the London 2012 Olympic Games and Paralympic Games.

The mascots’ names reflect the UK’s rich Olympic and Paralympic histories. Wenlock’s name is inspired by the Shropshire village of Much Wenlock where the ‘Wenlock Games’ was one of the inspirations that led the founder of the modern Olympic movement Baron Pierre de Coubertin to create the Olympic Games. Mandeville’s name is inspired by Stoke Mandeville in Buckinghamshire. In the 1940s, Dr.Ludwig Guttmann came to Stoke Mandeville Hospital to set up a new spinal unit to help former soldiers suffering from spinal cord injuries. Looking for ways to inspire those in his care, he encouraged them to take up sport, leading to the formation of the Stoke Mandeville Games, widely recognised as a forerunner of the modern Paralympic movement.

Harvard Hoax: Adam Wheeler Harvard Scam

Harvard Hoax: Adam Wheeler Harvard Scam - A young resident of Delaware accused of inventing brilliant academic background which could enter Harvard University was held Tuesday on $ 5,000 bail after pleading not guilty.

If Adam Wheeler paid the bond, must stay away from Harvard and other academic institutions involved, surrender his passport and not leave the state of Massachusetts, told a judge in Middlesex.

Wheeler, 23, who lives in Milton, Delaware, faces 20 counts of theft, identity fraud and other charges.

Wheeler said he had obtained a perfect score on the SAT, the highest grades in the Phillips Andover Academy and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology when he submitted his application to Harvard in 2007, prosecutors said. In fact, never attended any of these institutions, said Gerry Leone’s attorney general.

Prosecutor John Vener said Tuesday in court that in practice Wheeler stole $ 45,000 in financial aid, scholarships and awards funds from Harvard.

“The actions of this defendant swipe at those who competed honestly admissions and scholarships that this defendant fraudulently obtained,” he added. Adam Wheeler, who is studying English language and would have graduated from Harvard this spring, tried to go to Yale and Brown after being discovered at Harvard.

The defendant was a student at Bowdoin College in Maine from 2005 to 2007 but was suspended for academic dishonesty, authorities said.

Lebron James Mom Delonte West

Lebron James Mom Delonte West:The rumor mill circulates Lebron James mom Delonte West quickly although as of right now, the rumors are unsubstantiated. Regardless, the rumor has made the Cleveland Cavaliers appear to be more vulnerable than before. And, with their early exit of the playoffs, the Cavaliers are making a mess without the extra help. With talk of James being a free agent on July 1st, face time really isn’t an issue for James.Apparently the Lebron James mom Delonte West news hit the locker room before the Cavaliers game 5 of the Eastern Conference Finals. It seems a random conversation from a website has made the allegations. But, again, no one has managed to confirm any of this. The worst part is the fact that the Cavaliers were struggling prior to Game 5, this just exacerbated the problem.

Reports surrounding this horrible rumor along with James potentially heading to play for the Knicks has basically everyone’s knickers in a wad. If this is not a rumor and the Lebron James mom Delonte West story line plays out, the only questions are, is it any of our business what these two adults do and should James’ mother consider her son’s feelings before choosing a mate? And if this rumor is true, the relationship appears to be between two consenting adults and no one is questioning the general public about being involved in such relationships. Moreover, how many people actually enter into relationships by first considering what their children or teammates may say or feel?

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NBA Betting: Suns vs. Lakers Odds

NBA Betting: Suns vs. Lakers Odds:The Western Conference finals kicks off tonight. The series between the Lakers and the Suns gets started at the Staples Center in a seven game series. If you are in search of information regarding the NBA Betting on the Suns vs Lakers odds, just keep in mind that the Lakers are favored to win the series against the Suns quite easily. The Suns defeated the San Antonio Spurs in the Western Conference semi-finals to earn a spot in the finals.
Right now, the biggest news other than the actual game surrounds Steve Nash’s ability to play with a cut on his eye that required six stitches. It’s difficult to imagine thatthe Suns will be able to do anything with the NBA defending champs if Nash is not 100% healthy. If you are looking for NBA Betting Suns vs. Lakers odds, this season the Lakers are 3 – 1 against the Suns and high scoring games favor the Suns. However, the Lakers just don’t go away that easily.

The Lakers with their superstar Kobe Bryant and the up and coming star Pau Gasol have been tormenting folks with their offense. Again, the Suns vs. Lakers odds are based on the scoring options and bench depth. Kobe is giving Nash props but chances are if the going gets rough, Nash may be toting another swollen eye from all the elbow tosses. The bestthe Suns can hope for is a cold Kobe and a hot Nash.

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GOSSIP GIRL Finale "Last Tango, Then Paris" Season 3 Episode 22

Watch a sneak peek and check out photos of the season finale episode of GOSSIP GIRL "Last Tango, Then Paris" Season 3 Episode 22 which will air Monday May 17 at 9pm on the CW.

Episode Synopsis: GOSSIP GIRL "Last Tango, Then Paris" Season 3 Episode 22 - Blair (Leighton Meester) must decide whether to meet Chuck (Ed Westwick) at the top of the Empire State Building or risk losing their future together. A Gossip Girl gossip bomb involving Dan (Penn Badgley) explodes Serena (Blake Lively) and Nate’s (Chace Crawford) relationship. Dorota (Zuzanna Szadkowski) and Vanya (guest star Aaron Schwartz) welcome their baby. Jenny (Taylor Momsen) hits rock bottom. Georgina (guest star Michelle Trachtenberg) returns to the Upper East Side…and she has an agenda. Kelly Rutherford and Matthew Settle also star. J. Miller Tobin directed the episode written by Josh Safran and Stephanie Savage

UNITED STATES OF TARA "The Family Portrait" Season 2 Episode 9

Watch a sneak peek of an upcoming episode of UNITED STATES OF TARA titled "The Family Portrait" Season 2 Episode 9 which airs Monday May 17 2010, at 10:30PM.

Episode Synospis: UNITED STATES OF TARA "The Family Portrait" Season 2 Episode 9 - Tara (TONI COLLETTE) hopes to re-connect with her family through her latest art project, a family portrait. Max (JOHN CORBETT) works to separate himself from Pammy (JOEY LAUREN ADAMS). Kate (BRIE LARSON) becomes intrigued with a new guy she met online. Marshall (KEIR GILCHRIST) learns bad news about Ted (MICHAEL HITCHCOCK) and Hany (SAMMY SHEIK). Nick (MATTHEW DEL NEGRO) asks Charmaine (ROSEMARIE DEWITT) to take drastic measures against Neil (PATTON OSWALT)

HOUSE MD "Help Me" Season 6 Episode 21 (Season Finale)

Watch a sneak peek and check out photos of the season finale episode of HOUSE MD titled "Help Me" Season 6 Episode 21 which airs Monday May 17 2010 at 8pm on FOX.

Episode Synopsis: HOUSE MD "Help Me" Season 6 Episode 21 - Cuddy, House and members of the team join forces with a search-and-rescue team to provide much-needed medical attention at the scene of an emergency in the "Help Me" season finale episode of HOUSE airing Monday, May 17 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

Cast: Hugh Laurie as Dr. Gregory House; Lisa Edelstein as Dr. Lisa Cuddy; Omar Epps as Dr. Eric Foreman; Robert Sean Leonard as Dr. James Wilson; Jennifer Morrison as Dr. Allison Cameron; Jesse Spencer as Dr. Robert Chase; Peter Jacobson as Dr. Chris Taub; Olivia Wilde as Thirteen/Dr. Remy Hadley

Guest Cast: Jamie McShane as Captain McCreavey; Angel Oquendo as EMT Coumont; Doug Kruse as Dolce; Kimberly M. Bailey as Dolce's Wife; China Jesusita Shavers as Hanna; Desean Terry as Charles

CHUCK "Chuck Versus the Living Dead" Season 3 Episode 17 |

Watch a sneak peek and check out episode images of the upcoming episode of CHUCK titled "Chuck Versus the Living Dead" Season 3 Episode 17 which airs on Monday May 17 at 8pm on NBC.

Episode Synopsis CHUCK "Chuck Versus the Living Dead" Season 3 Episode 17 - After his last dream, Chuck (Zachary Levi) asks Morgan (Joshua Gomez) to help him on a side mission. Their investigation becomes complicated when Stephen J. Bartowski (guest star Scott Bakula) returns and learns that Chuck downloaded the Intersect 2.0. Luckily, Chuck’s father may be able to help his son. Yvonne Strahovski, Adam Baldwin, Ryan McPartlin, Scott Krinsky, Vik Sahay and Mark Christopher Lawrence also star.

Expand the Deal

You may not be limited to the issues currently in play. Get your nose off the negotiating table and look around. Could the relationship between parties be expanded? What else do you have that they might want, and vice verse? Always be on the lookout for more stuff to trade.
Apply integrative bargaining (also called “interest-based bargaining” or “win-win bargaining”). It is a negotiation strategy in which parties collaborate to find a win-win solution to their dispute. This strategy focuses on developing mutually beneficial agreements based on the interests of the disputants. Interests include the needs, desires, concerns, and fears important to each side.

Be Ethical

Ethics is “A system of moral principles or values; the rules or standards governing the conduct of the members of a profession; accepted principles of right or wrong.” Ethics establishes the means of doing what is right, fair and honest. Why are ethics important in a negotiation?
Reputation plays a vital role in every negotiation. What are the ethical parameters of negotiation tactics? Can we lie? Can we deceive? Is there a difference? It’s much easier to achieve win-win outcomes when you have a reputation for being fair, honest and willing to do the right thing.

Admit Error

Is admitting error or omission a sign of weakness? False. Research shows that disclosing such information demonstrates honesty. In psychological terms, it breeds what is called “reciprocity.” If you do something for me, then I’ll do something for you. People are far more likely to be honest with you when you are honest with them.
Negotiation, at its best, consists of open, honest, and straightforward communication based on mutual respect and mutual trust.

Step Back

Don’t just keep talking. Take a conscious, purposeful step back into your presentation. One step forward; one step back; step together, and back again. This is the negotiati8on dance. You move together through the process, taking care not to step on each other. The dance is never confrontational or harsh, but smooth and in harmony.
You take a step back and try to postpone the discussion until you have more information. An example is postponing the salary discussion, at least until you have the information needed. By doing research ahead of time, you will feel confident knowing your worth. There is a point when the range, or your

Think Fast on Your Feet

One of the most popular causes of losing ground in a negotiation is lack of information. When you know the truth about something, you feel confident while discussing it. It shows in your way of talking, in a positive way that is guaranteed to impress the other party.
It is an important strategy to always have a back up plan. As they say, you should not put all your eggs in one basket. You should be asking yourself questions that start with how or what if? How can I sweeten the deal? How can I close the deal? What if the party likes this? What if they reject this? Try to come up with some alternatives that will help seal the deal.

Be Assertive

Have you ever been in a situation where you wanted to say something, but didn’t, in order to avoid having a row? Or perhaps you got so angry that you had a violent outburst and regretted communication would have helped. Powerful people combine strength and sensitivity.
Lack of assertiveness can affect your relationships and quality of life, as you fail to communicate effectively and end up not getting what you want. Family life, career prospects and stress levels can all be affected by lack of assertiveness.

Build on trust

Trust is the basis for our drive to contribute.
Trust may develop naturally and gradually over time, but negotiators rarely have the luxury letting nature take its course. Thus it sometimes seems easiest to play it safe with cautious deals involving few tradeoffs, few concessions, and little information-sharing between parties. But avoiding risk can mean missing out on significant and better opportunities. For this reason, fostering trust is a critical skill for managers.
Remember that slipped commitments do not necessarily mean false commitments. Handle slippage by building trust. Rather than be accusatory, ask “what happened?” in a neutral fashion, and mean it. Listen carefully, correct collaboratively, and choose alternative resources when necessary.

Give and Take

It’s no secret than negotiating involves a lot of give and take. This includes the take and give of information. You’re revealing information about your needs and expectations while trying to gather information from the other side. The way that you give information can help foster goodwill and encourage the other side to reveal information that will help you reach the outcome that you want.
When we’re helping people learn how to negotiate better, we introduce the concept of the “nor, of reciprocity.” The rule reciprocation, which states that we should attempt to repay in kind what another person has given us, is the most compelling weapon of influence that humanity possesses. This is what makes us want to reciprocate when someone does something that’s helpful to us.

Be Human

Don’t try to be clever. In fact, don’t display cleverness. Talk softly and be pleasant. You’re trying to have the negotiator on the other table be on your side. People are more successful in closing negotiations when they are anchored on an existing and valued relationship. Share your troubles and problems if need be. You’re not trying to outsmart anyone here-you’re trying to obtain an amicable agreement with another person. This doesn’t mean you have to be good buddies with everyone you negotiate with. When she realizes she is not going against a ruthless opponent but rather someone who’s a real person, she’ll drop her guard and work with you.

Do Not Rush

Both parties need to feel comfortable with the pace and direction of negotiations. The other party might need time to consider more carefully the impact of conceding a certain point or option before moving on. You should respect this need, while still making sure to observe a flexible, but not open-ended timeframe for resolution.
Making decisions and solving problems takes much tie and energy. An example is that in the rush to complete a project, an individual or items often make hasty decisions, including decisions about which features will be included when the product is released.

Do Not Argue

Negotiating is about finding solutions. Arguing is about trying to prove the other person wrong. We know that when negotiating turns into each party trying to prove the other one wrong, no progress is made. Don’t waste time arguing. There is nothing more destructive to the negotiation process that the combative style. Professional negotiations try to preserve the relationship between the parties. The goal is not to reach an impasse in which neither buyer’s nor seller’s needs are met. The contract negotiation process usually begins with some degree of distrust between buyer and seller.

Re-Focus on the Issue

Maintain the relationship and try to resolve the issue (e.g.”What is a win-win answer for both of us?”). Summarize how far you’ve got. Review common grounds and agreements. Focus is on being partners, solving the problem. Intimidation is not the issue. Your deal is. No matter how abrasive your opponent is, you must restate exactly what was said to you without a nasty tone of voice. No matter how long it takes, keep bringing the discussion back to the real concerns: price, services, time periods and so on. Divide the issue into parts. Address a less difficult aspect when stuck. Invite trading (“If you will”). Explore best and worst alternatives to an acceptable agreement. At this point you may add “I apologize for the delay. I understand your frustration and anger. Can we put that aside and discuss settlement of our other issues?” (Refocus on real issues, legitimize the perspective of opponent.)

Use an Agent

The strategy or technique of using an agent or a mediator in negotiations should not be forgotten. Often it can be expedient to let someday else conduct your negotiation for you. It will be up to you to delegate the proper authority to your agent to ensure they can accomplish what you desire. Mediation uses a trained, impartial third party to help reach consensus on substantive issues among conflicting parties. Mediation takes a problem-solving approach rather than an adversarial one. While it can be desirable to have an agent for one’s own cause, it is best to avoid dealing with the adversary’s agent if possible.

Be Realistic

Aim high but be realistic. It is a fact that the higher you aim, the more you are likely to achieve. However, it is important not to get carried away. You are likely to lose your audience before you even start! Base you figure on what the market is offering someone of your experience, qualifications, and perceived value to the company.
87. You Can Say No
Women generally are more concerned about r4elationships; they tend to be more hesitant to say no. They want to keep everyone happy. Saying yes and then regretting it to unhappiness and stress at work.
In some work situations it could be damaging to your self-worth or even very dangerous to say ‘yes.’ Sometimes you will need to say no. Sometimes it is necessary to say no before you can get what you want.

. Ask for More

Once the other person’s given a figure, even if it’s much better than you expected, say something like “I think you’ll have to do better that that.” Don’t be arrogant or aggressive. Just say it calmly.
When they inquire about your expectations, ask for more that you expect to get. Ask for more than you are willing to accept- you can always settle for less. Few people will walk away from a deal once it’s commenced, and you can let the other expectations” a bit at a time.

Learn of Any Deadlines

Closely related to learning as much as possible about the other negotiating party is to understand the importance of time in a successful negotiation.
One of the crucial elements of real estate negotiation is time. Understand and master the use of time, and you can buy a home for thousands less. When you negotiate an offer to purchase a home, timing is important. The longer it takes to negotiate an offer, the more flexible a seller becomes. When a seller is more motivated, using time to your advantage will have a more significant impact on the negotiations. Alternatively, the longer it takes to negotiate an offer, the higher the chance that another buyer will make a better one. While it depends on the home seller’s situation, generally the longer a home is on the market, the more flexible a seller will be and the more impact negotiating time will have on them.

Defuse with Humor

Everyone has been angry and knows what anger is. Anger can vary from mild irritation ti intense fury, and can come from a variety of things (specific people, events, memories, or personal problems). Anger can come from perceives violations of rules. Rudeness can make a person feel vulnerable and exposed, which prompts anger. Feelings of shame may turn into anger. Anger can get out of control and become destructive and problematic.

Act Dumb

To skilled negotiators, acting smart is dumb. Actually acting dumb is brilliant. When you are negotiating, you’re better off pretending as if you know less that everybody else does, not more that they do. The dumber you act, the better off you are. Unless the other party is fully aware of all your credentials.
There is a good reason to act dumb in front of the other party. With a few exceptions, human beings tend to help people that they see as less intelligent or informed, rather than take advantage of them. Of course there are few people might take advantage of weak people. Generally people become competitive when among a smart group, or become helpful when dealing with people who they think are inferior to them. So, the main reason for acting dumb is to diffuse the competitive spirit of the other side.

Use a Decoy

Use a decoy while negotiating. It may be unethical negotiating tactic, but you should be aware that others do use it and you should be able to spot it when someone is using it on you. Unless you’re so familiar with it that you spot it right6 away, you’ll find that you will make unnecessary concessions just to get the other si9de to agree with your proposal.

Wait for the Second Offer

Seasoned negotiati9ons know that you should never say yes to the first offer (or counter-offer) because it automatically triggers two thoughts in hindsight in the other person’s mind: I could have done better or something must be wrong.
Never take the first offer. Even if the first offer is reasonable, don’t take it.
First, it makes you look overly eager, which gives the other side a greater sense of control. Don’t act too interested. Just giving the impression that you’re willing to walk away can do wonders for getting a better deal. Always play the reluctant buyer or seller.

Don’t be Afraid to walk away

Ask yourself, as a buyer, “What will happen if I don’t buy this home?” The world probably won’t end. Maybe you’ll find a home you like better at a lower price, a better location, even a bigger house. DO not be afraid to walk away. There’s always another home for sale, so be on the look-out for alternatives and options.
A mistakes people make in negotiation is buying into the belief that they have no power. “How can I negotiate against a big corporation? A big car company? A big car company? A big real estate agent? They have all the know-how. They have all the power.”

Never give up

Sometimes, negotiation doesn’t work in a particular company or for a particular job or particular person. Don’t stop doing it because you had a few bad experiences. Keep learning, practice harder, do your research, and be ready next time. People have always known that persistence and perseverance are4 key ingredients to success. Hence the old sayings “If at first you don’t succeed, try and try again.”

Leave Your Ego

Negotiation is a process that deeply involves our ego and our emotions. Humans are creatures of ego and emotion, with different background, beliefs and values. It is therefore easy for misunderstanding and miscommunication to reinforce prejudice and lead to a vicious cycle of reaction. Leave your ego behind when negotiating.
Negotiations, due to their nature, create and foster strong negative emotions. We must be aware of the impact of emotion on our negotiating ability. Always keep in mind the objective issues that are involved. Do not let your emotions carry you away in such a manner that you undermine the entire process or sacrifice real issues in order to satisfy emotional needs.

Take Notes

Take notes. This is very important, particularly when the written agreement is presented for your approval. If something is missing or misrepresented, then it is far easier to refer to your notes and bring it to the attention of the other party.
Write down what they are saying. While taking notes, pause occasionally to read back to them what you have written. This makes you sure you are on track with your goals and needs, as well as theirs.

. Think before you speak

Asking questions the right way is both an art and a science. Ask the question the wrong way and a person might retreat and not answer, become defensive and withdraw from the conversation. Ask the question in another wrong way and a person might suddenly become defensive and attack you. Ask it the right way, and the person might ‘spill the beans’ and be comfortable with the discussion.
During a negotiation, we need to learn how to ask questions the right way to get vital information. We need to think about how to ask questions to get the other party to talk.

Ask Questions

You control a negotiation with questions, not by simply talking. The person who asks the most questions can control the content and direct of the negotiation. Asking questions is useful because questions generate answers while statements generate resistance. Questions are valuable because they pro duce information; questions give the negotiator control; and questions give the negotiator time to think and deprive the other person of thinking time. It is true that most people cannot answer a question and think about something else at the same time.

Practice the four F’s

The four Fs are Fell, Felt, Found, and Facts. When someone is wrong tell them: “A lot of people feel like you do right now. In fact, I felt that way myself until I found out the following …” (then share the information you found that caused you to change your mind). This is a nice way for someone to change his or her mind without losing face.

. Secure Concessions

Never give away a concession without getting something in return. Buyers tend to resist giving any concessions at all.
This is a matter of discipline and control. It’s simple. Never give anything away without getting in return. If you do you are not negotiating, you are simply conceding.
A commitment from the other person can be a suitable concession to get in return for something of relatively low value. The simplest concession to secure is the agreement to proceed with deal now, and use it to close the deal.

List Their Requirements

The secret is to try and establish what is on the other party’s agenda and in what order. In other words, establish what is most important for them. Be prepared and draw up an outline of what the other party may need most, including personal and emotional aspects. Put a value on each item on your list.
Everything that is part of or related to a deal has a value. Everything is valuable to you or your organization, even if it’s not on the price list. When negotiating, try to look beyond the request and demands of the other party and attempt to understand their real intentions and motives. Seek to meet this dominant, often hidden need, and you are well on the way to winning the negotiation.

TREME "Shallow Water, Oh Mama”" Episode 6

Watch a sneak peek of the new episode of the HBO original series TREME "Shallow Water, Oh Mama”" Episode 6 which airs in SUNDAY, May 16 (10:00-11:20 p.m. ET/PT) on HBO.

Episode Synopsis: TREME on HBO "Shallow Water, Oh Mama" Episode 6 - Toni tracks down a former cop in search of clues about Daymo; Davis raises his profile on the streets and on TV; Delmond tours while Antoine toils; Janette considers suspending operations; Albert vents about the lack of tribe lodging; Sonny crosses a line with Annie; the Bernettes make a splash at the Krewe du Vieux parade. Story by David Simon & Eric Overmyer and Tom Piazza; teleplay by Tom Piazza; directed by Brad Anderson.

BREAKING BAD "Kafkaesque" Season 3 Episode 9

Watch a sneak peek and check out photos of an upcoming episode of BREAKING BAD "Kafkaesque" Season 3 Episode 9 which airs Sunday May 16 at 10pm on AMC.

Episode Synopsis: Breaking Bad "Kafkaesque" Season 3 Episode 9 - As Hank's hospital bills stack up, Skyler hatches a plan. Walt and Gus come to a better understanding. Jesse, looking for more independence, pursues a new opportunity.

AMERICAN DAD "Great Space Roaster" Season 5 Episode 18

Check out a first look of the season finale episode of AMERICAN DAD "Great Space Roaster" Season 5 Episode 18 airing Sunday May 16 (9:30-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

Episode Synopsis: AMERICAN DAD "Great Space Roaster" Season 5 Episode 18 (Season Finale) - It's Roger's birthday, and he begs to be roasted, but when he ends up devastated by the jokes, he vows to pull his life together. Things take a turn for the worse when Roger takes it one step too far, causing the Smith family to go on the run in the all-new "Great Space Roaster" season finale episode of AMERICAN DAD airing Sunday, May 16 (9:30-10:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

Voice Cast: Seth MacFarlane as Stan Smith and Roger the Alien; Wendy Schaal as Francine Smith; Rachael MacFarlane as Hayley; Scott Grimes as Steve; Dee Bradley Baker as Klaus

OFF THE MAP and BODY OF PROOF Picked Up By ABC

ABC has picked up a couple additional shows for the 2010-2011 TV season. According to Michael Ausiello, the shows include Shonda Rhimes' new medical drama, OFF THE MAP, which centers on a team of medical professionals who work in an isolated tropical clinic where they face exotic challenges. It stars Enrique Murciano, Jason George, Caroline Dhavernas, and Martin Henderson. The other one is crime procedural, BODY OF PROOF about a medical examiner who has a unique crime-solving technique thanks to her background as a neurosurgeon. It stars Dana Delany.

THE SIMPSONS "The Bob Next Door" Season 21 Episode 22

Check out the first look of the new episode of THE SIMPSONS "The Bob Next Door" Season 21 Episode 22 airing Sunday May 16 (8:00-8:30 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

Episode Synopsis: THE SIMPSONS "The Bob Next Door" Season 21 Episode 22 - Bart becomes convinced that his new neighbor, Walt, is his archenemy, Sideshow Bob (guest voice Grammer), disguised and back for revenge. But when Marge tries to convince Bart otherwise by taking him to visit the state penitentiary, a disturbing truth is revealed in the all-new "The Bob Next Door" episode of THE SIMPSONS airing Sunday, May 16 (8:00-8:30 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

Voice Cast: Dan Castellaneta as Homer Simpson; Julie Kavner as Marge Simpson; Nancy Cartwright as Bart Simpson; Yeardley Smith as Lisa Simpson; Hank Azaria as Moe; Harry Shearer as Flanders/Skinner

Guest Voice Cast: Kelsey Grammer as Sideshow Bob

THE CLEVELAND SHOW "Cleveland's Angels" Episode 20

Check out a first look at the new episode of THE CLEVELAND SHOW "Cleveland's Angels" Episode 20 airing Sunday May 16 (8:30-9:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

Synopsis: THE CLEVELAND SHOW "Cleveland's Angels" Episode 20 - After Cleveland gambles away Roberta's college fund, Kendra discovers that Cleveland was actually cheated out of his money and recruits Donna and Arianna for an undercover mission in the all-new "Cleveland's Angels" episode of THE CLEVELAND SHOW airing Sunday, May 16 (8:30-9:00 PM ET/PT) on FOX.

Voice Cast: Mike Henry as Cleveland and Rallo; Sanaa Lathan as Donna Tubbs; Kevin Michael Richardson as Cleveland Jr., Lester and Lawrence Taylor; Reagan Gomez as Roberta Tubbs; Seth MacFarlane as Tim

Guest Voice Cast: Arianna Huffington as Arianna; Aseem Batra as Kendra; Ted Lange as Ted Lange

THE TUDORS Season 4 Episode 6

Watch a sneak peek and check out photos of the season 4 episode 6 of THE TUDORS which airs Sunday, May 16 at 9 PM ET/PT on Showtime.

Episode Synopsis: THE TUDORS Season 4 Episode 6 (406) - The newly single Henry surprises his countrymen by restoring his daughters to the royal succession, forging an unexpected political alliance, and manipulating events to marry an attractive, mature, and recent widow (Joely Richardson).

FOX Picks Up RIDEALONG, MIDLAND, RUNNING WILDE, TRAFFIC LIGHT, and KEEP HOPE ALIVE

FOX has picked up five pilots for the 2010-2011 TV season, according to The Live Feed.

The series include Shawn Ryan's police drama RIDEALONG which is cop show that includes a veteran cop and his newbie partner in Chicago; MIDLAND (could now be called LONE STAR) a new drama set in Texasabout a con man in the oil industry; Mitch Hurwitz's comedy RUNNING WILDE starring Will Arnett and Keri Russell about a "Beverly Hills jerk who falls in love with a charitable tree-hugging woman who can't stand his lifestyle or values;" TRAFFIC LIGHT a single-camera comedy based on an Israeli format about three men and their romances; and Greg Garcia's KEEP HOPE ALIVE about a simple-minded 20-something man who is raising a daughter.

I don't want to make any rash decisions about these shows, so I'll just say that some of them look like they have potential. I personally can't wait to see Running Wilde with Keri Russell and Will Arnett.

2010 Preakness Stakes Odds: Preakness Stakes 2010 Betting Caracortado

2010 Preakness Odds: Preakness Stakes 2010 Betting Caracortado Caracortado arrived at the Pimlico race track in Baltimore on Wednesday to win the Preakness Stakes 2010. This is his first run outside of California and his first race on a dirt track. His trainer, Mike Machowsky, has a huge ego regarding Caracortado’s speed. Caracortado’s 2010 Preakness Stakes Odds are 10/1 but in his trainer’s mind, that’s way off base. Trainer and owner Mike Machowsky feels that his horse and his jockey Paul Atkinson have a great chance at winning the Preakness Stakes 2010. Caracortado will run from post 9 and Machowsky thinks only two horses can make a run with Caracortado in the speed department. Had Machowsky’s horse been as good as he obviously thinks he is

2010 Preakness Betting: Preakness Stakes Post Time

2010 Preakness Betting: Preakness Stakes Post Time Horse racing fans have been well entertained thus far by the thoroughbreds. The Derby winner pulled a rail rider and horse with not so great odds. Can the Preakness give us more of the same? The Preakness Stakes Post Time is for 6:05 EST on Saturday, May 15, 2010. You can bet on the 2010 Preakness Online at Justbet.com and Enjoy a 45% Bonus for the big race. The Preakness Stakes betting takes place at Pimlico in Maryland. The horses will take to the track for one mile and 3/16th of another. This year fields 12 horses instead of 13 as the race lost a horse early in the week due to injury. The Preakness Stakes Post Time is not until shortly after six but you can catch live coverage on NBC as early as 4:30 PM EST on Saturday.

Preakness Stakes 2010: Preakness Stakes Post Time Odds

Preakness Stakes 2010: Preakness Stakes Post Time It’s May and the Kentucky Derby has crowned a winner. Now, two weeks later and the 2010 Preakness Stakes post time is here. Trainers, jockeys and horses alike are chomping at the bit to get in the gates at the Preakness Stakes 2010. Fans seem to be equally as anxious when it comes to this lavish sport. NBC will be covering the 2010 Preakness Stakes post time odds and the winner will trot away with a net of $600,000. While the oddsmakers are putting out Preakness odds and the bettors are placing wagers, dreams really can come true in the dirt in Maryland. For now, Super Saver totes the real Preakness Stakes 2010 odds but don’t miss out on other good wagers like the battle for finishing order.

Preakness Post Time: Preakness Odds

Preakness Post Time: Preakness Odds Today the second leg of the Triple Crown is set to take place at Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland. The Preakness Stakes is the second largest attended horse race in North America, behind the Kentucky Derby. The winner of the race is adorned in a blanket of Black-Eye Susan’s, the state flower for Maryland. The Preakness post time is fast approaching so be sure to check out all of the Preakness odds at BetUs.com and place your wagers. The winner of the Kentucky Derby, Super Saver, is favored in today’s race with current Preakness odds of 9/5. With only 12 horses participating in the race the field is much tighter than the Derby. The Preakness post time is 6:12 pm ET and should take just around 1 min 55 sec to complete.

Preakness Post Time: Preakness Picks

Preakness Post Time: Preakness Picks The Pimlico Race Course in Baltimore, Maryland will play host to the Preakness Stakes today. This is the second race in the famous Triple Crown of thoroughbred racing. This is a race that features 12 horses, all being three year old thoroughbreds. A top the list of Preakness picks would be the winner of the Kentucky Derby, Super Saver, who has 9/5 odds. The Preakness post time is 6:12 pm ET, less than one hour away. Calvin Borel the jockey for Super Saver has experience with winning. He was victorious last year at the Stakes with Rachel Alexander, and feels that Super Saver will be victorious today. Following close behind in the Preakness Picks is Lookin’ at Lucky, who was a strong favorite at the Kentucky Derby,

DWTS Results May 11: Dancing With The Stars Results May 11

DWTS Results May 11: Dancing With The Stars Results The May 11 Dancing With The Stars Results were all but expected as Niecy Nash was voted off. This years Dancing With The Stars show has been filled with exciting match-ups with every dance combination. Many people could not wait to see Kate Gosselin kicked off the show and their wish was granted. Viewers saw NFL super star Chad Ochocinco give a ring to his dance partner. I guess there are more Chad Ochocinco fans out there than Niecy Nash as both were in the bottom two this week. It is not a big surprise to see Erin Andrews and Chad Ochocinco both move on in the DWTS Results: Dancing With The Stars Results May 11. There are now four contenders left on the DWTS with Nicole Scherzinger, Erin Andrews, Chad Ochocinco and Evan Lysacek.

Preakness Stakes Odds 2010: Preakness Stakes Betting Odds

Preakness Stakes Odds 2010: Preakness Stakes Betting Odds The Preakness Stakes Odds 2010 get underway on the third Saturday in May. Last years winning jockey, Calvin Borel will be saddling up and hoping to pull off another win. He happens to be one of those jockeys who rides horses that draw some really bad odds and then makes a believer out everyone. Last year he won the Kentucky Derby with 50/1 odds on Mine That Bird and then made history as the only jockey to win the first two legs of the Triple Crown by taking a win on Rachel Alexandra at Preakness. Horse racing fans and those looking to find the best Preakness betting odds and make the best wagers have to look at Preakness Stakes Odds 2010 and wonder where Calvin Borel will be. Borel and Super Saver won the Kentucky Derby.

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Cleveland Newspaper: King James The owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers is also a business man with multiple other businesses under his control. Unfortunately for various members of the Cleveland Cavaliers, the wrath of Dan Gilbert may be more than they bargained for. A Cleveland Newspaper reports that even though the Cavaliers won more games in the NBA regular season than anyone, their post-season play has been more than a bit upsetting. So upsetting that free agent Lebron James may be more upset when he is a free agent than he was by the crowd booing his lackluster performance. Gilbert told the Cleveland Newspaper that the last two losses in the playoffs have him looking for answers in many areas.

Shawn Johnson: Olympics 2012

Shawn Johnson: Olympics 2012 Shawn Johnson has a Gold Medal. Moreover, she has three silver medals. But, to say that her baseball skills are lacking is quite the understatement. But, then again, when did we start expecting people to do cartwheels on a balance beam and throw 95 mile hour fast balls at the same time? All that seems a bit far fetched but Shawn Johnson is about to attempt just such a feat. No, she won’t be trying to throw fastballs and do cartwheels at the same time, she can’t even get her pitch to the plate; but she will be attempting to make the 2012 Olympic team mere months after undergoing ACL surgery. Shawn spent weeks on crutches and had basically managed to keep her plans to herself.

Ai Miyazato of Japan has won her third tournament of the LPGA season

Ai Miyazato of Japan has won her third tournament of the LPGA season, shooting a 6-under 67 to win the Tres Marias Championship.

The Japanese totaled 19-under 273 on Sunday to finish a shot ahead of Stacy Lewis (66) of United States and two in front of Michelle Wie (68).

Miyazato shared the spotlight with Lorena Ochoa, who played the final round of her career before stepping into retirement to raise a family and focus on her charity foundation. Ochoa shot 71 to finish on 280. She has won this event three of the past four years.

Ochoa has held the No. 1 ranking since April 2007 but she will lose it when the rankings come out Monday, with Jiyai Shin of Taiwan taking over. Shin won a tour event in Japan on Sunday.

Masters champion Phil Mickelson

Masters champion Phil Mickelson withdrew from his pro-am group at the Quail Hollow Championship on Wednesday, complaining of illness.Mickelson was sick at his hotel Tuesday night and called for assistance after the fifth hole at Quail Hollow Club. He was treated for dehydration at the on-course medical center.

Mickelson still expects to make his first-round, 12:50 p.m. tee time Thursday, according to a statement released on the player's behalf.

This is Mickelson's first PGA Tour event since winning the green jacket at Augusta National three weeks ago.

Mickelson spoke with reporters Wednesday morning, played the first five holes of the pro-am with partners Tim Belk and Bruce Rockowitz and then withdrew from the rest of the round.

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David Eger shot a 3-under 69 in rainy, windy conditions Sunday to win his first Champions Tour event since 2005 at the inaugural Mississippi Gulf Resort Classic.

A 3-foot putt on the 16th hole gave Eger a two-shot lead shortly after Tommy Armour III had three-putted from 60 feet to bogey the par-3 17th hole. That allowed Eger, who finished at 11 under, to hold on for a one-shot victory despite a bogey on the par-4 18th.

``It's been a long time coming,'' Eger said after accepting the $240,000 winner's check, his first in 118 events. ``A year or two go by after your previous win, you don't know - as the birthdays continue to fly by - if you're ever going to do this again.''

Armour, who won twice on the PGA Tour in 1990 and 2003, lamented some putting woes that likely cost him his first Champions Tour triumph.

``The greens are a little tricky. The putts move around the hole,'' Armour said. ``Tom Watson told me a long time ago, 'Even great putters miss putts.' You know, in 54 holes, you're going to miss a putt.''

Tiger Woods’ mistress Joslyn James demanded an apology

Tiger Woods’ mistress Joslyn James demanded an apology and investigation by a North Carolina Ritz Carlton hotel into what she alleged was discrimination and maltreatment, TMZ.com reported Monday.ames, the stripper who previously branded Woods “a big, fat liar” and claimed he impregnated her twice, said the swanky Charlotte, N.C., hotel canceled her reservation at the last minute because the scandal-ridden golfer was staying there at the same time.

Papers filed by James’ attorney Gloria Allred said, "... we are appalled to think that you might have chosen to accommodate a rich, famous golfer who has admitted lying to his wife ... over a woman whose heart he has broken ..."

Woods was in the area for the Quail Hollow Championship, while James was in the area for a performance at local strip club the Uptown Cabaret. She arrived at the Ritz “after a long and tiring journey from Los Angeles” to discover her booking was thrown out.

Ishikawa sets Japan Tour record with round of 58

The 18-year-old Ishikawa tapped in for par on the par-4 18th after his 15-foot birdie try slid inches by the cup. He had 12 birdies in his bogey-free round on the 6,545-yard Nagoya Golf Club course.I always dreamed of getting a score like this but didn't think I would do it so fast,'' Ishikawa said. ``It hasn't really sunk in yet, but I'm sure it will after a few days.''

After opening with rounds of 68, 70 and 71 to fall six strokes behind third-round leader Shigeki Maruyama, Ishikawa birdied nine of the first 11 holes Sunday. He added birdies on Nos. 14-16 and closed with two pars to finish at 13-under 267, five strokes ahead of Hiroyuki Fujita and Australia's Paul Sheehan.

``I got off to a good start for the first time in four rounds, so I told myself not to give up for the title until the end,'' Ishikawa said. ``To my surprise, I found myself making this many birdies. I was in a calm mental state for all 58 strokes.''

Tiger Woods: Golf Update

Tiger Woods used to say that he was driven to work hard because he understood the day would come when a player would arrive to take what was his.
In telling the story a few years ago, he even nominated that golfer’s age as 12.Turns out Woods may not have had as much time as he thought.

Maybe the kid’s just three days short of his 21st birthday?
Or maybe he’s 19 and lives in Japan?The spiritual symmetry of this weekend in golf was inescapable.Woods, his private life and golf game both in disarray, missed the cut at the Quail Hollow Championship.On Sunday, Rory McIlroy roared like a young Tiger, obliterating the course record at one of the most exacting tests in golf with a breathtaking 10-under round of 62.Unlike many tour pros happy to cash a check, this kid never looked like he was playing for second place prize money as he won his first title in the United States and only the second of his young career.

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The five-time All-Star posted two messages to his almost 96,000 followers Friday night, ending a week of silence with a post that read: "Been wanting to ask. Where should I go next season and why?''

About an hour later, Bosh posted a second message that read: "Ok... Let me rephrase the question. Should I stay or should I go?''

Bosh is expected to opt out of the final year of his contract with the Toronto Raptors, leaving more than $17 million on the table, in order to join a free agent class that could also include LeBron James, Dwyane Wade and Amare Stoudemire.

The seven-year veteran averaged career-highs with 24 points and 10.8 rebounds this year.

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Hours before receiving his second straight MVP award, LeBron James scored 35 points and Mo Williams added 20 as the Cleveland Cavaliers, outplayed for most of the game, stormed back to beat the Boston Celtics 101-93 on Saturday night in Game 1 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series. James, playing with a sprained and bruised right elbow, delivered yet another memorable performance as the Cavs withstood a furious punch from the Celtics, who led by 11 in the third and seem intent on making this a long series.

James, who also had seven rebounds and seven assists, drained a 3-pointer with 22 seconds left to put Boston away.

Rajon Rondo had 27 points and 12 assists and Kevin Garnett finished with 18 points and 10 rebounds for the Celtics, who were held to 15 points in the fourth quarter.

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Nuggets coach George Karl has another blood clot in his right leg as he recovers from radiation and chemotherapy treatment for throat and neck cancer.

Karl's partner, Kim Van Deraa, wrote on her blog this weekend that the 58-year-old coach was rushed to the hospital Friday afternoon with the clot. She said doctors were trying to determine the cause because Karl already is on blood-thinning medication.

Van Deraa also writes that doctors reinserted a filter into his abdomen. The filter had been removed two weeks ago.

The filter prevents the clots from traveling to his heart or lungs. It initially was inserted in March when Karl was first treated for blood clots.

Van Deraa and Karl, who are raising their 5-year-old daughter, Kaci, together, had been writing increasingly upbeat blog posts about Karl's slow recovery from squamous cell carcinoma.

But the latest post said Karl mentioned his right big toe was hurting Friday and that it felt swollen, so Van Deraa called Karl's doctor, who set up an ultrasound.

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Scanning an audience which came to celebrate his second straight runaway NBA MVP award, James pointed out his former high school coaches and best friends. He praised his mom, Gloria, who somehow raised him after giving birth when she was just 16. He had a special message for his girlfriend, Savannah, and their two young sons, LeBron Jr. and Bryce.

James thanked them all, and then singled out one special group.

"I'm sorry," he said Sunday, halting the ceremony at the University of Akron's James A. Rhodes Arena. "But all my teammates, you have to come up here with me, man."

He was soon surrounded on the podium by Shaquille O'Neal, Mo Williams, Zydrunas Ilgauskas and the rest of the Cleveland Cavaliers, the team he led to 61 wins during the regular season and is determined to take all the way to an NBA championship.

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After keeping their season alive with a gutty win in Milwaukee, the Hawks made sure the Bucks were in no position to duplicate their improbable Game 5 upset. Jamal Crawford scored 22 points, Al Horford put up a double-double and Atlanta pulled away for a 95-74 win Sunday that gave the Hawks a 4-3 triumph in the tougher-than-expected series.

It was the only series to go the distance in the opening round.

The third-seeded Hawks advanced to face No. 2 Orlando in the Eastern Conference semifinals. The Magic, who have been resting since wrapping up a sweep of Charlotte last Monday, will host the first two games of the series beginning Tuesday night

Utah's poor luck continues in Los Angeles

Utah's poor luck continues in Los Angeles:By halftime, there was an air of inevitability. It wasn’t just the game, the first of the Western Conference semifinals, but the series itself already seemed like a fait accompli. For those of you requiring a translator, that’s French for “waste of time.”

Floyd Mayweather-Shane Mosley held more suspense than this ABC rerun. Not that Sunday’s episode began as a blowout. Hell, it wasn’t even a bad first half, not with Deron Williams – probably the best point guard in basketball now – picking himself off the floor after an early collision and going off for 17. Indeed, after two quarters, the differential between Utah and Los Angeles was a mere eight points and five rebounds.

But it sure didn’t feel like a playoff game. So you wonder: when does May feel like February? When the Lakers are hosting the Jazz.

The last time Utah got a game here was Jan. 1, 2006. Williams was a rookie thrown in against the inestimable Smush Parker, who started along with Luke Walton, Brian Cook, Chris Mihm and Lamar Odom. That’s right, no Kobe Bryant.

Microsoft’s Courier tablet gets cancelled

Microsoft’s Courier tablet gets cancelled:Almost a year ago, the gadget scene started buzzing when Microsoft revealed it’s plans to build a dual screen tablet codenamed Courier. Both the device and its operating system looked great, with a revolutionary feel and a people starting talking about a device that will finally teach Apple a lesson.

Unfortunately today, Frank Shaw, Microsoft’s Vice President of Communications confirmed to the journalists working for the gadget blog Gizmodo that the Courier project has been cancelled. According to the company’s source, the project was similar to Microsoft’s dozen of other research programs, investigating new design ideas and user interfaces, programs that remain in the realm of concepts. The results of these projects will be used by the company in the future, in new offerings.

Tyra Sanchez Winner of Rupaul Drag Race Season 2 Finale

Tyra Sanchez Winner of Rupaul Drag Race Season 2 Finale:Tyra Sanchez Winner of Rupaul Drag Race Season 2 Finale – Reality TV show’s season finale for the series that is hosted by Rupaul, America’s Next Drag Superstar. The new Drag Race queen for season 2, it’s no other than Tyra Sanchez. The season finale was aired yesterday, April 26, 2010.The last three queens will have to face their ultimate challenge, recording a music video for RuPaul’s next single: “Jealous of My Boogie.” Robert Verdi, Mathu Anderson and choreographer Ryan Heffington will be the guest stars, and Jujubee (Airline Inthyrath) was eliminated in the 11 episode.

Rafael Nadal crushes Fernando Verdasco and wins sixth title in Monte Carlo

Rafael Nadal crushes Fernando Verdasco and wins sixth title in Monte Carlo:In the first final between two Spanish since Juan Carlos Ferrero beat Carlos Moya in 2002, Rafael Nadal showed the delicacy of his tennis to subdue Fernando Verdasco and add the 37th title to his career, the first this year in the short final of this tournament in many years, in which he served two purposes. You have now tied with Roger Federer in the 1000 cumulative number of Masters, 16, and is situated one behind the leader, American Andre Agasssi, and also broke a streak in which he left blank tournament, which began on May 3, 2009 in Rome. No one had been able, in the Open Era, winning six consecutive tournaments. Nadal was made today, also without dropping a set in the table to break Verdasco in just one hour and 25 minutes by adding its tenth victory against Madrid, with whom he has never lost.

Obama cheating scandal

Obama cheating scandal:Barack Obama, the President of the United States have cheated with his former staff, 35 year old Vera Baker, who helped him during the Senate elections.

These allegations were made by Globe Magazine and The National Enquirer. The two magazines websites are both down now for the moment (with the folowing message: “Page unavailable/under construction”). An anti–Obama organization is offering $1 million anyone with credible informations about the alleged scandal.
Vera Baker is accused to helping Barack Obama to raise a large amount of money for his Senate campaign in 2004.

Vera denied all the allegations, but a limo driver says that he took Vera Baker to a hotel where Obama was staying. The driver did not disclose his name to the public, because he`s afraid, but said that he took her from a friends home to the hotel.

Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon 2010 results

Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon 2010 results:More than 1,800 amateur and professional athletes competed in the 2010 Escape from Alcatraz Triathlon on Sunday, May 2, with Olympian Hunter Kemper from Colorado Springs, Colo. winning the prestigious event for the second time. Leanda Cave from Tucson, Ariz., was the top finisher among the females, making her a three-time winner. Featuring a 1.5 mile swim from Alcatraz Island to the shore, an 18-mile bike ride and an eight-mile run through San Francisco, this race is considered one of the most difficult triathlons in the world.

Top Finishers:
First Place: Hunter Kemper, Colorado Springs, Colo., 1:58.21
Leanda Cave, Tucson, Ariz., 2:14:34
Second Place: Bevan Docherty, Santa Cruz, Calif., 2:00:24
Jenna Shoemaker, Boulder, Colo., 2:14:47
Third Place: Andy Potts, Colorado Springs, Colo., 2:02:02

Iron Man 2 new multi-media marketing campaign

LG Mobile Phones, in partnership with the upcoming summer blockbuster, Iron Man 2, from Marvel Studios, is launching a multi-platform marketing campaign that celebrates the film’s theme of heroism through technology and gadgets that push the limit. Proving that life is good when you’re connected, LG will implement a comprehensive campaign focusing on how innovation can help bring people together and make everybody a Super Hero.

Kicking off the campaign’s many initiatives will be Super Hero themed television commercials that showcase the superhuman capabilities of LG’s first Android mobile phone, LG Ally. In-store gift-with-purchase promotions will allow consumers nationwide to receive a special edition Augmented Reality enabled Iron Man 2 comic book with the purchase of selected LG handsets. LG will also launch a movie-themed micro site, www.lgim2.com, which includes an engaging online film-themed game with built-in Augmented Reality experiences and text-to-win consumer sweepstakes. The company’s Iron Man 2 marketing programs will also include special retail promotions at Best Buy for LG LED HDTVs and Blu-ray Disc players.

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CSI MIAMI "Meltdown" Season 8 Episode 21:Watch a sneak peek of the upcoming episode of CSI MIAMI "Meltdown" Season 8 Episode 21 which airs Monday May 3 10:00pm ET/PT on CBS.

Episode Synopsis: CSI MIAMI "Meltdown" Season 8 Episode 21 - A seemingly perfect jewelry heist ends in murder and when crime scene evidence is stolen from the lab, Delko returns to find the culprit, on CSI: MIAMI, Monday, May 3 (10:01-11:00 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network.

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Grab Attention

The presentation should be briskly apace and employ attention grabbing graphics. Visual aids should be in support of the presentation which should also be clear, simple concise and interesting. A well developed concept and script are essential to go with the oral presentation and visual aids. Concepts that are difficult to grasp and explain can be communicated quickly with a visual aid.

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Gravity "Namaste MF" Episode 2 Synopsis: In the wake of the loss of one of the group's members, Lily and Robert spend the day together, leading Lily to take some drastic steps to change her life. Similarly, fellow group member Carla is also jolted by the tragic turn of events and finds herself inspired to shake things up in her ordered domestic existence. Meanwhile, Miller's interest in Lily may run deeper than she understands as she appears to be connected to a larger investigation he is conducting

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Be Aware of the Characteristecs of Language

A language is a system used for communication using symbols and grammar rules to convey information. It is element  of culture that contributes to every aspect of human relationships. Every language has grammar; it is oral, social, symbolic and arbitrary, changes systematic and describable, unique and diverse. Language can be incoded into varied eanings, and represents a multitude of Ideas. It is critical to study basic communication so we can use languge accordingly.

Be Aware of None-Verbal Communication

Non-verbal communication includes facial expression, tone of voice, gesture, eye contact, patterns of touch, and posture. It is the process of sending and receiving wordless messages.
•    Haptics is the study of touching as non-verbal communication. Communication through touching can include handshakes, hand holding, kissing cheeks, back slap, high five, shoulder pat, and brushing of the arm.
•    Oculesics is the study of the role of eyes in non-verbal communication. People use their eyes to indi8cate their interest through the eye contact or no contact at all. Someone reading a paper when another is talking is a sign of disinterest. Speakers should maintain eye contact wit the audience to open the flow of communication and convey interest, warmth and credibility.
•    Vocalics is the study of non-verbal cues of the voice. Tone of voice includes pitch, accent and volume that can suggest rhythm, loudness and infection all affect the vocal elements dull and boring.
•    Smiling ore often as you speak will enable the audience to perceive you as friendly, approachable, warm, and can be engaged in conversation. The audience will react more favorably, listen and learn ore fro your presentation.
You communicate numerous messages by the way you talk, stand, sit and walk. Do not speak with your back turned or while looking at the floor or ceiling.

Be Aware of None-Verbal Communication

Written work is graded on the following criteria: organization, focus, critical thinking, original thinking, use of research, logic, structure and analysis, format, use of resources, grammar and mechanics, professional tone, correct use of concepts and terms, and depth of coverage.
•    Ensure that your written assignment addresses the topic or question, presents varied viewpoints, and provides sufficient resources to support the argument
•    Locate and understand sources. Locate materials such as books, articles, and items in the Internet related to the topic for further understanding and mastery of the concepts.
•    Use reality-based examples to enhance critical thinking. Supplementary research such as interviews and/or commentaries from industry experts will allow you to gain insight into different communication styles, as well as broaden your knowledge of past and current courses of action in solving a problem.
•    Prepare a clearly outlined written assignment. Include assignment title and purpose, along with specific steps.
•    The entire written assignment should be logically organized, have solid arguments with supporting evidence relevant to the thesis statement. The assignment should be thoroughly discussed while avoiding too much repetition. The style should be concise and precise, free of spelling and grammatical errors and incomplete sentences, and cites references correctly.

Practice Effective Oral Comunication Skills

The ability to speak clearly, eloquently and affectively are essential skills critical in businesses. Effective speech communication is learned, and the ability can be enhanced through and principles.
•    Choose a topic that familiar to you. This will help alleviate some nervousness and anxiety when you have good command of the topic and can speak freely about it. When you are excited about a topic, this will be conveyed to your audience through your voice, expression and gestures.
•    Prepare your topic very well. Rehearse your speech with another person to obtain feedback. Constructive criticism can improve your skills, and increase your comfort level in being able to adjust timing, tone, style and gestures before the actual presentation.
•    The presentation should be to-the-point, clearly understandable, states the purpose and objective, and explains a ll the concepts. Use visual aids such as charts, images and graphs, and offer solutions recommendations and a summary to close the presentation.
Practice your tone of voice. How you say it is important as what you say. Be aware of your body language, Body movements express what your attitudes and thoughts really are. And dress appropriately during the presentation. First impressions influence the audience’s attitude towards you, and will affect your confidence and comfort giving the oral presentation.

Practice Effective Comunication in the information Age

The information age is a tie when information is faster that physical movement. We live in society where information is power. Technological advances involving the Internet, mobile phones, high-speed electronic connections and Voice-Over-IP have change and continue to change lifestyle around the world, and spawning new business around controlling, providing monitoring information. Media channels are spreading information faster and are made accessible to ore hoes and nations than ever before.
The potential of the information age is pervasive, as strong reality today that continues to expand globally. Engagement and access to other cultures creates a world of shared communication. Communication needs to be sensitive on how information is transferred and perceived by others to project the image that is needed. The information Age has also created alienation and ore individualism, with ore people glued to computer terminals, shunning face-to-face human interaction. The distance suggests no intimacy and nearness. Just because you can send information faster doesn’t mean you should send it. There are certain guidelines for effective electronic ail communication:
•    Analyze your readers, who the intended audience will be, and write appropriate communication messages that are useful, clear and concise.
•    Written communication cannot be denied, Think harder before you write. It is not surprising these days that messages can easily be disseminated to a large number of people without consent. E-ail is not necessarily confidential.
•    A simple basic rule is not to type in caps. This suggests that all-caps to emphasize a few words, but if you emphasize a lot of words and sentences, it loses its effect. Losing discipline and control in writing is viewed as unprofessional and makes the situation worse.
It is important to maintain the rules of grammar when typing your message. Proofread the document before you send anything, to ensure accuracy in spelling and grammar. Simple typos can damage professional credibility.

Bullet Proof

The bullet-proofing technique aims to identify areas in which your plan might be especially vulnerable
• It is useful for decision-making to determine and plan for potential challenges
• It would show how likely the event is to occur and your effort on the most important problem or alternative
• Helps decisions to continue or fund a project

What may possibly go wrong?
• What are some of the difficulties that could occur?
• What’s the worst imaginable thing that could occur?
What could go well?
• What pleasant surprises might deliver?
• What is the best thing that could happen?

Prepare wit Plan-do-chech-act (PDCA)

•    Also called Deming Cycle
•    Continuous process to achieve  better quality products and services, and to improve the process that delivers them
•    Business processes should be analyzed and measured to identify sources of variations that cause products to deviate from customer requirement
•    Business processes should be placed in a continuous feedback loop so that managers can identify and change the parts of the process that needs improvements
When to Use
•    When starting a new improvement project
•    When developing a new or improved design of a process, product or service
•    When defining a repetitive work process
•    When planning data collection and analysis in order to verify and prioritize problems or root causes
•    When implementing or negotiating any change
•    PLAN: Design or revise business process components to improve results
•    DO: Implement the plan and measure its performance
•    CHECK: Asses the measurements an report the results to decision makers
•    ACT: Decide on changes needed to improve the process

Prepare by the Fishbone Diagram

Developed by Professor Kaoru IshikawaCan help to structure the process of identifying possible causes of problem Encourages the development of an in-depth and objective representation ensuring that all participants are on trackShows the relative importance of inter-relationships among different parts of a probleAll likely causes of the problem are bought to light. This helps decision-making so that there are no partial or premature solutions, which are sometimes costly and time-consuming The root cause of the problem will emerge and can be eliminated

Prepare by SWOT Analysis

SWOT stands for Strengths. Weakness, Opportunities and threats
It is a simple tool for analyzing your current situation and deciding how beat to go forward.
Used in a business context, it helps you carve a sustainable niche in your market. Used in a personal context, it helps you develop your career in a way that takes best advantage of your talents, abilities and opportunities.
The entries under the four lists can for the basis of how you plan over the short and long term.
Can threats become opportunities?
It can help you uncover opportunities that you are well placed to take advantage of.
Can you turn weakness into strengths?
Bu understanding the weakness of your business, you can manage and eliminate threats that would otherwise catch you unawares.
Strengths:
•    What advantages does your company have?
•    What do you do better that anyone else?
•    What unique or lowest-cost resources do you have access to?
•    What do people in your market see as your strengths?
Weaknesses:
•    What could you improve?
•    What should you avoid?
•    What are people in your market likely see as weaknesses?
Opportunities:
•    Where are the good opportunities facing you?
•    What are the interesting trends you are aware of?
Threats:
•    What obstacles do you face?
•    What is your competition doing?
•    Are the required specifications for your job, products or services changing?
•    Is changing technology threatening your position?
•    Do you have bad debt or cash-flow problems?
•    Could any of your weaknesses seriously threaten your business?

Brainstorm

Often the best place to generate ideas is within your company. Innovation does not have to be about revolutionary. It could simply be improving on existing products, services or processes. It could be one simple alteration that could reap any benefits. Brainstorming is used for decision-making to empower employees, those who are on-the-job, live and breathe the process and products. Brainstorming gives management a bigger picture of the business and makes the most of ideas and opportunities.
It could be used to answer question on strategic planning for the future. The results from brainstorming can provide information for subsequent key decision-making on such questions as: Where are now? Where are we going? How do we get there?
Brainstorming is usually done by group and involves the recording of all ideas regarding a particular problem, among others, such as the following:
•    The recording of all ideas without judgment
•    No critical comments allowed
•    Do not ake any decisions about the ideas or how to take the forward until a later session
•    Outlandish ideas are welcome
•    Impossible and unthinkable ideas are fine
•    Think outside the boundaries of the ordinary
•    Build on ideas of others
•    Quantity of ideas is important
A basic rule of brainstorming is to build on ideas already suggested. The following checklist can help transform an existing idea into a new one:
•    Put to other uses? As it is? What if modified?
•    Adapt? Is there anything else like this? What does this tell you? Is the past comparable?
•    Modify? Give it a new angle? Alter the color, sound, meaning, motion, and shape?
•    Magnify? Can anything be added, such as tie, frequency, height, length, strength? Can it be duplicated, multiplied or exaggerated?
•    Minimize? Can anything else be taken away? Made smaller? Lowered? Shortened?
•    Lightened? Omitted? Broken up?
•    Substitute? Different ingredients used? Other materials? Other processes? Other placesw? Other approaches? Other tone of voice? Someone else?
•    Rearrange? Swap components? Alter the pattern, sequence or layout? Change the pace or schedule?
•    Reverse? Try the opposite? Backwards? Change shoes? Turn tables?
•    Cobine? A blend? An ensemble?

Do Not Criticize

Questions that begin with the worlds why and who are very threatening. They suggest placing blame on someone. Questions like the following immediately provoke a defends mechanism, Why did these happen, who were there, who was working that day, why are you late, why is this not done, why is their an error in this report, why weren’t you able to finest? Restate questions that start with what and how. Initiate root cause analysis and understanding of the issue in a none threatening way to gather information. Employ positive connotation in investigative questioning, rather that up front assumption of blame. Ask questions such as how did these occur, how can we improve on you performance, what cause these to happen every time the equipments run, what were the reasons for the delay? It is important to learn how to give and accept criticism. Those who take criticism negatively become defensive, even lash out at people. As a result people feel discourage, and may refrain from contributing opinions again. Taking criticism positively creates room  for improvement and continuous learning, to do better in the future. Sharing feedback among one another allows a broader perspective. You uncover blind spots that you may not have seen. An impartial observers’ point of view can you work on improving skills, processes, attitudes, efficiency and productivity, especially if there is a positive reciprocity regarding constructive criticisms.

Resist Groupthink

The stronger the culture, the greater the risk of groupthink. Groupthink is when members strive for unanimity, and do not challenge organization thinking. There is too much reliance on one powerful figure, and the group is the base of their identity. It happens all the time that to avoid conflict in the group, one does not speak up to realistically appraise alternative solutions. Cliques are normal, reminiscent to lunch or meetings not asked to participate. The work environment turns stressful due to tension-filled dialogues if you disagree.
Group cohesiveness can also be shown when everyone agrees to disagree against management. If a threat fro management is felt, a group can stick together to prevent layoffs. This situation backfires on the true intent of teaming, since the group only has one agenda, with the rest left in the back burner. There is collective rationalization that nothing can escape the sanctity and safe haven the group provides.
One way to unblock group cohesiveness is to have anonymous brainstorming. Each idea is written on a piece of paper, without attribution to any names.

Do not Fear the Status Quo

Examples of status quo thinking are: hanging on to familiar programs, situations, services, staff positions, bureaucy, and established procedures. Common expressions are: “We’ve always done it this way; let’s stick with what works; if it isn’t broke why fix it; that’s not my job description; nobody asked you to do this; sticks with you know.” In big companies, typically there is a hierarchical and clearly defined organizational structure. People have strictly delegated authority, position and score. Upper management involves only a few, and the control of the organization rests on these few. They make all the decisions. There is a strong culture of bureaucracy, a heavy reliance on upper management, sometimes even just a single powerful figure in the organization t follow, and who directs all actions. Management at also fear change, which implies additional cost and workload, stress, altered priorities; considerably ore tie effort, and bigger responsibility.
Red tape and bureaucracy are common in government offices where there should be strict adherence to policies, procedures, the law, job accountabilities and responsibilities.

Be Open Minded

Old habits are hard to break. Patterns, the way of being things for long, become so deeply establish that they become an instinctive response. However, it’s a response based only on partial information. We need to be open-minded, avoid being rigid and stubborn, and not allow a firm mindset to cloud our judgment. Instead, we should try to understand other viewpoints, expand on others’ ideas, get out of out own box and have fun. It would then be like be learning something new everyday!

Do not Fear Failure

Fear of authority, reprisal blame, confrontation, rejection, failure. There are managers who only want to hear the good news; they get upset when there’s a problem or bad news. You become afraid to comfort him, paralyzed from communicating problems and even suggestions on how to solve them. You think your boss might perceive this is an unmet expectation, and that you will be appraised as incompetent to do your job independently. You tend to follow rules and not deviate from any process or standards, so that you don’t get reprimanded.
When people have a lot of fear in the workplace, all this becomes bottled up inside; sooner of later there will be a blow-up, a confrontation. It is hard to be suspicious of everyone all the time, to worry constantly about peers talking behind your back, to be blaming others, sneaking around and defending yourself against perceptions. It becomes a big hindrance to productivity, efficiency and creativity when your thoughts are focused on these fears.

Evaluate Possible Alternatives

What are the pros and cons of each choice? How does the choice fit in with the organization’s priorities, goals, mission, budget and time constraints? Is it realistic? It is feasible? You can also ask, “What is the best that could happen if this is the choice that we make? What is the worst that could happen? “Would it that we ake? What is the worst that could happen? “Would it be satisfying, or irritating? Would it please the management, the employees, and the customers? Can you live with it, or will there be disadvantages? Ake sure you ask all the questions and erase all doubts. There are many techniques to help you and the group evaluates all techniques to help you and the groups evaluate all the alternatives for a solution.
Pareto Analysis- Finding the alternatives that will give the best benefit, based on the 80-20 rule.
Paired Comparison Analysis- Assign percentage of importance to all alternatives, and select the highest percentage as determined by the group. Decision Trees- Start with a decision and project many outcomes. Assign a value or score, probability and benefit of each outcome. Choose the most feasible option.
PMI- Plus/Minus, weighting the pros and cons of each alternative Force Field Analysis - List all the forces for and against the decision. This helps you weigh the importance and decide if it is worth implementing or selecting the alternative. Six Thinking Hats - Look at the problem with six different perspectives: according to facts, intuition or gut feeling, being cautious and defensive, optimistic, creativity, and through process control.
Cost-Benefit Analysis – Assign $$ for cost and benefit with a playback period. This will help you determine when costs are recovered over tie through its benefits.