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<h2>Crystal Awards and Corporate Logos</h2>
<p><strong>Awarding Excellence</strong></p>
<p>Choosing to give an award is a thought provoking process .&nbsp; First, there has to be a reason for the award.&nbsp; Is it for corporate excellence, salesmanship or appreciation?&nbsp; Or is the award for first place for the largest watermelon at the county fair?&nbsp; Next, parameters must be set for narrowing down the list of possible recipients.&nbsp; Then, budget considerations come into play in choosing the award to fit the occasion or the status of the recipient.</p>
<p><strong>Crystal Elegance</strong></p>
<p>To show the highest form of appreciation and for the most dignified and elegant award presentations, <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/crystal-awards' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'   title="Crown Awards Crystal Awards">crystal awards</a> are the presentation of choice.&nbsp;&nbsp; Not only is crystal routinely used for fine awards, it's also used in the manufacture of commercial and industrial items.&nbsp; In addition to the customary desktop or wall mounted crystal award, they&nbsp; often are presented in the form of necklaces, bracelets and watches.&nbsp; Because of the material's versatility, crystal awards can often be used to advertise your corporation as well as honor the recipient.&nbsp; Using the award as such accomplishes the this two-fold purpose in an elegant fashion while the recipient is most pleased to display his award.</p>
<p><strong>Your Corporate Logo</strong></p>
<p>Probably the greatest advantage to using your corporation's logo on any crystal award is that the award becomes an official representation of your company.&nbsp; Being that the award is crystal fabricated, it's always an elegant addition to any desk or display shelf. Generally speaking, crystal awards are created with areas on the base or on the crystal itself that allow plenty of room for both logo etching and/or appreciation messages.&nbsp; Additionally, crystal awards make wonderful <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/gifts/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with gifts">gifts</a> for highly valued clients who most often place the award for prominent display.</p>
<p>The use of your custom engraved logo on crystal awards has tremendous reward potential.&nbsp; A few of these benefits are:</p>
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<em>Changing Designs</em> - Nothing in this world remains static; and this is true for crystal awards as well. The designs of standard crystal awards change rapidly over a relatively short period of time.&nbsp; The array of standard "in stock" awards is amazing, and the ability to produce custom designs from crystal is nothing short of astounding. </li>
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<em>Timeless Enjoyment</em> - Crystal awards never go out of style.&nbsp; Of course, trends change, but since crystal denotes "timeless elegance", you can count on your award being displayed for a very long time.&nbsp; If you have included your logo on the award, your company will also enjoy advertising longevity.</li>
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<em>Laser Etching</em> - The advent of the laser has forever changed the appearance of crystal awards.&nbsp; From pictures to logos to inscriptions, variety and individuality are easy to achieve with artistic assistance from your crystal awards design professional.&nbsp; If yours is an award for corporate excellence, you will want to make sure your logo is etched in a prominent position on the award.</li>
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<p>The use of <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/crystal-awards' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'   title="Crown Awards Crystal Awards">crystal awards</a> to recognize excellence is common.&nbsp; Designing the award to incorporate your logo while still honoring the recipient takes time, caring and an understanding of what you are truly trying to accomplish by bestowing the award.</p>
<p><strong>About the Author</strong><br />
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<h2>Things To Consider While Buying <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/sports/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Sports">Sports</a> Awards</h2>
<p>"The winner takes it all&rdquo;. &nbsp;<br />This famous line encapsulates the spirit of an award ceremony. In a grand award function, winners are blinded with camera lights flashing and all eyes are on them and on the dazzling <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/sports-awards' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >sports awards</a> or trophies they receive! These truly are few moments in life that people wait for and few special people cherish throughout their lifetime. Therefore, it is the duty of the award function host or organizers to make this moment a truly special one for the achievers!<br />The need for <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/recognition/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with recognition">recognition</a> is deeply rooted in everyone. Whether it's a solo performance or a team performance, everyone wants their contribution to be appreciated and valued. Without this <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/recognition/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with recognition">recognition</a> and appreciation, a sportsperson loses his/her motivation.<br />Organizations, by recognizing their good performances and achievements with sports awards, make use of one of the most powerful rewarding and motivating techniques. They not only appreciate them but also establish a long term team loyalty and encouraging commitment for a long time in their young minds. Awards and trophies are the most effective ways of recognizing a talent, skill or good performance.<br />Since these trophies, awards and medals are souvenirs that are cherished throughout a recipient&rsquo;s lifetime, it is important to have them made from the highest quality material and with a special personalized touch so that it makes the receivers proud.<br />To hand out the perfect sports trophies and awards, it is important to know how to select and what to select. The first step is to know what the sports trophies or awards are for:<br />- Are these awards for recognizing a membership, encouraging an achievement or recognizing an exceptional triumph?<br />- What is the aim behind the sport award function? Is it to highlight the sport or the activity, the organization or an individual or the team? <br />- Is the award meant for a group or team or for a particular participant or sportsman?<br />- Do you want the award to establish a strong brand identity for your organization or do you aim to match with the towering personality of the receiver. Or you want to achieve both?<br />Sports trophies and awards come in an assortment of shapes, sizes and colours. You can take a pick from different trophy cups, ribbons, desk accessories, medals and medallions and personalized awards.<br />It is important to keep in mind that a sports prize is an honour that is a cherished memoir. It often occupies an important place in the house or <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/office/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Office">office</a>, mostly a place of pride and honour. Therefore, the trophy or medal must be such that it highlights the achievements and appreciates the contribution of the recipient. <br />On the other hand, the award must go along with the image, philosophy and reputation of the organization handing out the award. <br />Apart from the design, timely delivery, quality, workmanship and budget are other important factors to be considered. Keep all the above mentioned factors in mind to come up with excellent sports trophies and awards.</p>
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<h2>Finding The Best Motivational Print</h2>
<p>Motivation is the pillar of achieving success. In this highly competitive world, motivation plays a great role in driving us forward. Motivational prints are a medium of instilling hope and courage in us. The purpose of motivational prints is to inspire us to strive hard and achieve what is not yet achieved. </p>
<p>Motivation Prints Are Applicable To All</p>
<p>Motivational prints are responsible for providing encouragement to various people all over the world. There are no barriers of class, skin color, wealth and even age. These motivational prints are an object of universal <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/recognition/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with recognition">recognition</a>. They can be used by school children. They can be used by people who are working. These prints are a great source of inspiration to teams. </p>
<p>You need motivation to accomplish anything and everything under the sun. Even cooking a meal requires some amount of motivation. Or even cleaning the cupboard requires motivation. So these motivation prints can be used by anyone, even by those who are home makers. They work very hard to manage the home. They are the pillars on the support of which the entire family stands. </p>
<p>They Are A Necessity To Move Forward</p>
<p>Motivation, inspiration and aspiration are the 3 things which determine a person's success. Motivation posters placed in front of us, flash these things before our eyes all the time. The word motivation originated from the word movement. The purpose of motivation is to show you light so that you can move forward. Inspiration has the power to make a lot of difference to us. It definitely improves the quality of our work in a way, either qualitatively or by means of quantity. </p>
<p>There are several types of motivation: Positive motivation, negative motivation, internal motivation or external motivation. The different types of motivation can either construct you or they can even destroy you. Like positive motivation / inspiration can do wonders to you, in the same way de motivation can be equally harmful to you. These motivation prints are inspirational. They never de motivate us in any way. </p>
<p>Funny Motivation Prints: A Type Of Motivation Prints</p>
<p>In several schools and colleges, funny motivational posters are put up. These motivational posters can be bought from several places. These are present not only in schools, colleges or offices. These motivation posters are found in several bill boards; in many organizations etc. these posters perform the task of inspiring people. </p>
<p>These prints can be given to people as motivational gifts. They form ideal gifts for colleagues, students etc. </p>
<p>There is great impact of advertisements on motivational posters. They are beautifully decorated with several colors, graphics etc. they form great tools for advertisement. They can be used to promote the product with a social message.</p>
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<p>TLudlow, writer and designer for TL Industries. To know more about <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/motivational-print' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >motivational print</a>, please visit&nbsp; <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/www-itsagoodday-org' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >www.itsagoodday.org</a></p>
<h2><a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/poster/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with poster">Poster</a> Printing Ideas for Fitness Gyms</h2>
<p>Posters can deliver a variety of information to a target audience quickly, conveniently, and, effectively. Posters as printed marketing materials can serve as a versatile and efficient tool when marketing a fitness gym. The following is list of poster printing ideas for a fitness gym:</p>
<p>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Motivational Messages &ndash; Posters can be hung along exercise areas of the gym and contain motivational images and text. When morale is starting to get low, these posters can help revive gym members&rsquo; spirits and motivate them to continue. Posters with customized messages such as these can easily be printed through the services of <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/online/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with online">online</a> printing companies. <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/online-printing-reviews' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'   target="_self" title="Online printing reviews">Online printing reviews</a> can also provide first-time users with more information about online printing services. </p>
<p>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Safety Tips &ndash; Exercising is a task that should be done with extra care and calculated movements. When inside the gym, it&rsquo;s best to post safety tips on proper exercise positions and safe handling of exercise equipment. This type of poster information shows gym members that their safety and health is a primary concern for gym owners. For safety information, it&rsquo;s advisable to print visible and readable posters. Online printing companies print full-color, fade-proof posters with glossy, water-based coatings. </p>
<p>&bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Physical Fitness Tips &ndash; Posters can also carry physical fitness and health tips for gym members. The messages can be custom-made for each exercise area or they can be hung at the gym&rsquo;s snack bar or concessionaire areas. Here, they do not only serve as informational tools but they can also promote the gym&rsquo;s health products. Online printing companies also offer downloadable, read-to-use, poster print templates for more customized designs. Finding a printer in your local state can easily be found using the internet. Let&rsquo;s say you live in Long Beach, California. Simply search using the phrase, &ldquo;<a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/printing-in-long-beach-ca' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'   target="_self" title="printing in Long Beach, CA">printing in Long Beach, CA</a>&rdquo;. </p>
<p>Apart from physical fitness, gym owners also want to spread motivational messages, health tips, and safety measures. Posters are effective and convenient tools that can help convey these messages to gym members.</p>
<p><strong>About the Author</strong><br />
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<p>Nikki Sabato is a writer with a background in landscape architecture and <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/design/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with design">design</a>. She currently works in the field of marketing and <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/design/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with design">design</a> communication.</p>
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<h2>Industries Where Padfolios Work The Best</h2>
<p>If you asked me, I&rsquo;d say all types of industries. But the thing is, certain items work extremely good in some industries as the need and demand for it is high. What is a padfolio anyway? A padfolio is a book-like organizer. It comes in a size bigger than a notepad or legal pad and contains pockets and compartments that help you keep business cards and important papers, it has pen holders, a calendar and a monthly organizer. Padfolios are designed to hold a multitude of items and can be conveniently carried in a handbag, backpack and business briefcase. Personally, I feel padfolios do best in industries such as event management, education, design, public relations, secretarial, and any job scope that requires planning and organizing and keeping dates and times in tact. </p>
<p>Event Management: This is an exciting industry that needs a person&rsquo;s passion for the planning and organizing of events that range from corporate functions to weddings, press conferences, birthdays, parties, launching events and product introductions and everything else in between. As an event planner, you would need to plan several different events at one time, juggling different clients at the same time too. You would definitely need a <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/printed-padfolio' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >printed padfolio</a> for these types of jobs where you can keep tabs on the dates, when to meet your suppliers, consulting with your clients and so on as well as keep important business cards and to write your notes down of what your clients want and so on. </p>
<p>Education: Being in the education industry, whether is it in high school or college, you would need a <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/printed-padfolio' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >printed padfolio</a> to make sure you have all your teacher staff meeting organized, your various classes in order, planning daily class work as well as managing your extra curricular activities for your school. Having a padfolio helps you to ensure that no class clashes, every meeting is attended and help you juggle both your life as a teacher and your after-working hour&rsquo;s life with your family. </p>
<p>Design: being in the design industry, deadlines are the number one killer. With many client jobs to handle and deadlines nearing, you would definitely need to be good at time management. Managing your work and projects effectively ensure that each project is handed out at on time to the client. Also, you would need a printed padfolio to write down notes of each of your client&rsquo;s requirements for each project and maybe scribble several different designs that come into your head while talking to them. You would also need the padfolio to meet your clients for their appointments and presenting to them your ideas. </p>
<p>These are just some of the examples in how a padfolio can be useful in industries where planning and organizing are crucial. But padfolios work for everyone and anyone who has the need to organize and plan their daily work schedule. Padfolios are also great in keeping important data and items such as business cards, notes and other items and to scribble notes that suddenly pop up in your mind. A padfolio is a handy item that can be taken anywhere and everywhere with you.</p>
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<p>Amin Ramjee is the author of <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/discountmugs-com' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >Discountmugs.com</a>. If you would like more information about <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/printed-padfolio' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >printed padfolios</a> and portfolios, please visit his site.</p>
<h2><a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/promotional/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with promotional">Promotional</a> Notepads - Great for <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/promotional/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with promotional">Promotional</a> Gift Sets</h2>
<p>If you are thinking of getting the perfect items that you can include in gift sets, then promotional notepads are the ones you are looking for. You can give these away for <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/free/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with free">free</a> during trade shows or as <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/gifts/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with gifts">gifts</a> during Christmas as a marketing strategy for your company. These notepads are handy products that you can easily combine with other items so you can create a unique gift set.</p>
<p>Here are just several ideas on how you could present promotional notepads as part of gift sets:</p>
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<li>You can include them in padfolios. Notepad holders or padfolios are among the most perfect promotional giveaways that you can hand out during conferences and trade shows. They can also be given as incentives to employees. If you produce a high quality padfolio with classy-looking promotional notepads, you already have a great advertising gift that you can give to potential business clients. This will be your classy and useful way of reminding your clients the name of your company and the service or product you are offering. </li>
<li>They can also be included in desk sets. One of the most popular promotional gifts is the matching desk set. Many companies use these products because a lot of people like the way they make a desk appear like they are parts of home that you brought to the <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/office/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Office">office</a>. It is not that hard to put together desk sets. All you need are pens, pen stands, desk pads, and <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/promotional-notepads' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >promotional notepads</a> that have been printed subtly with your company's name. It is best to keep the branding as discreet as possible, if you are planning to give these desk sets as gifts for people at the executive level. </li>
<li>You can also include these notepads in promotional book bags. If you are looking for a unique way to promote your company during Christmas, you can always give away book bags or rucksacks that are packed with different promotional items. This is idea is not only ideal for back-to-school promotions but also for Christmas giving. You can have your company name printed on these book bags and rucksacks as well as on the pens, rulers, pencils, and notepads that you will place inside. If you think that these are just too much for one company alone, then you can always coordinate with other companies, so that you can all have your names promoted through these giveaways. </li>
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<p>With these, you can see that you can be creative in the way you package promotional notepads as giveaways for whatever purpose. Whether you are planning to give them away as incentives or as part of a marketing plan, there is an ideal technique for these items to be presented so they don't necessarily scream out loud that they are "advertisements".</p>
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<p>Promotional Products is a business dedicated to getting your company name and logo onto as many different varieties of product as possible. The more products that have your company name and logo on them, the more exposure your business gets. <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/promotional-products' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >Promotional Products</a> is about advertising through merchandise exposure.</p>
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<h2>Acrylic Frames</h2>
<p>Acrylic frames are without doubt the most popular methoed of framing <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/photos/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with photos">photos</a> and images in 2010. Picture framing has always been a changing market and no more so than in 2010. The big trend at the moment are acrylic photo frames and for many reasons.</p>
<p><a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/acrylic-frames' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'   title="acrylic frames">Acrylic frames</a> are a spectacular modern trend and this is because the unique&nbsp;visual&nbsp;impact that they have on the image that they are displaying. Acrylic frames interact with light allowing a feel of movement. With most acrylic photo frames they are held to the wall with chrome fixings (standoffs) this gives the frame an extra dimension compared to a traditional picture frame.</p>
<p>So why are acrylic frames so popular at the moment? Acrylic frames have become a designer item but with an affordable price tag. They fit in with any decor of a home that is looking for a modern look. Acrylic frames now come in many different styles the most popular is know as the acrylic sandwich frame, this is where the artwork or image is sandwiched between two highly polished sheets of acrylic or perspex. The back panel of this style of frame can come in a huge range of colours and can be chosen to fit the colour scheme of any decor.</p>
<p>Many people are choosing to use acrylic frames in kitchens because highly polished work surfaces and high gloss kitchen cabinets are incredibly popular at the moment. The back panel of the acrylic frame can often be matched up to the colour of the kitchen cabinets therefore creating a perfect matching picture frame in the kitchen. Acrylic framed <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/prints/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with prints">prints</a> are also great for the kitchen because of the material that it is made from, they are incredibly durable and once fixed to the wall with chrome standoffs they are not in danger of been knocked from the wall.</p>
<p>When choosing &nbsp;<a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/acrylic-frames' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'   title="acrylic prints">acrylic prints</a> it is important to shop around as there are different styles and price can really vary. A great website that offers a choice of acrylic frames with different coloured back panels is www.theimagebox.co.uk.</p>
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<p>theimagebox.co.uk create high quality <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/acrylic-frames' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'   title="acrylic frames">acrylic frames</a> to suit any decor and offer a wide range of acrylic panel frames in multiple colours. If you are looking for an acrylic frame in a specific colour then take a look at <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/acrylic-frames' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'   title="the imagebox">theimagebox</a>. <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/acrylic-frames' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'   title="acrylic prints">Acrylic prints</a> are going to be the biggest trend in picture framing in 2010, the imagebox prices are highly competative and have a wide range of sizes to suit all images and artwork.</p>
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		<title>motivational pictures</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[motivational pictures Facing the Giants (DVD) $6.43 IN THEATERS SEPTEMBER 29, 2006A high school football coach (played by actor/director Alex Kendrick) uses some unorthodox methods to motivate his team in FACING THE GIANTS. A devoted Christian, the coach turns to God for inspiration, with amazing... Motivational $7.99 Mike Jones Motivational - Art Print What golf [...]]]></description>
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IN THEATERS SEPTEMBER 29, 2006A high school football coach (played by actor/director Alex Kendrick) uses some unorthodox  methods to motivate his team in FACING THE GIANTS. A devoted Christian, the coach turns to God for inspiration, with amazing...
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Mike Jones Motivational - <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/art/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with art">Art</a> <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/print/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Print">Print</a>
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<p><b>What golf course is featured on the Challenge: Golf II motivational <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/posters/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with posters">posters</a>?</b><br />
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<p>The Motivational <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/poster/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with poster">poster</a> says: We will either find a way or make one.  The picture is of a hole with a lot of sand traps.
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<p>saint andrews</p>
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		<title>employee appreciation certificate</title>
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8.5x11.5 Certificate of <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/appreciation/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with appreciation">Appreciation</a> Preprinted Graphics Ready To Use Works Well With Our Certificate Holders Ships In One or Two Business Days Get your ready to use <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/certificates/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with certificates">certificates</a> today. Put them in your printer and <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/print/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Print">print</a> the names and categories you need to personalize each certificate in no time at all. <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/certificates/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with certificates">Certificates</a> are an inexpensive way to show ones gratitude. Size Available 8.5x11.5
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<p><b>My wife's present from her <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/office/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Office">office</a>- was it enough?</b><br />
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<p>I am throwing my wife a <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/birthday/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with birthday">birthday</a> party, and her employees wanted to get involved. There is a great spa at the hotel where we are throwing the party so my <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/two-sisters/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with two sisters">two sisters</a> each contributed $37.50 to get her a $75 <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/gift/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with gift">gift</a> certificate. Her employees wanted to do something similar so I booked a couple of appointments for her thinking there are 10 of them and they should come up with at least $200 since they are all making in the six figure range. They came up with $100, and I think that it is insulting considering how much my wife dedicates herself to them. My wife actually made a huge <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/sale/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Sale">sale</a> for one of them while she was on maternity leave that will put one of her kids through college. She has coached and mentored them to huge levels of success and they rarely show any appreciation or even a "thanks". Am I wrong to think that $10 a piece is showing no appreciation at all for a year of her efforts?
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<p>Are you actually saying that a gift, freely given, is NOT ENOUGH?  Shame on you.  They did not have to do anything for her.  Your greed is getting the better of you.</p>
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		<description><![CDATA[recognition pins Warman`S Political Collectibles (Paperback) $24.31 From pins and bumper stickers to medals and toys, this colorful reference tool takes a look at all the different types of memorabilia and tools used in political campaigns through a review of their historical significance and estimated value to collect... Recognition $69.99 Kemp Recognition - Art Print [...]]]></description>
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<h2>Using Custom <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/lapel/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with lapel">Lapel</a> Pins to Promote</h2>
<p>Custom-made lapel pins are one of the most cost effective promotional tools on the market right now. Whether you are a small organization or a multi-national conglomerate, they are a very affordable way of subtly conveying your message to an applicable industry. They are also an excellent way to display pride in sports or achievement and can even be used as fund raising merchandise. </p>
<p>But a custom lapel pin's purpose is not solely as an effective merchandising or advertising tool. Let's look at a few different types so that you can get some ideas for uses in your own organization or group. </p>
<p>Sporting </p>
<p>Trading pins are the hottest item going for youth sports teams these days. This is a great and economical hobby for younger adults and also a good way for them to achieve a sense of pride as they develop and expand their collection.</p>
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<p>Ribbon pins are a great way to show your support for any you support. If you company or group is looking to promote a specific cause, you can even include a logo on any custom ribbon pin. </p>
<p>Awards &amp; Recognition</p>
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<p>Award pins are an inexpensive way to recognize and celebrate someone's achievements such as meeting quota, outstanding attendance, or the success of an entire department. Whatever the occasion, you can create and order award pins that your and your employees will be proud of. A custom lapel pin is an excellent way to reward those individuals or teams for hard work and acknowledge their victories.</p>
<p>Additionally, giving an employee a recognition pin for a job well done can greatly benefit the productivity and moral of the entire company. Studies have proven that happy employees, especially those that know they are appreciated, work better and harder. Custom-made company <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/recognition-pins/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with recognition pins">recognition pins</a> are an affordable way to show your employees that you care about what they are doing, boost moral and help promote your business.</p>
<p>Education</p>
<p>Schools recognizing honor roll, dean's list or any other achievement of merit can utilize award pins as an acknowledgement tool. School is a challenge with so many new things to learn about and it takes hard work to be a successful student. Merit pins are also a great way to build confidence and keep the motivation level up so that the students keep striving to perform to the best of their ability.</p>
<p>There are many <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/online/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with online">online</a> retailers who would be more than happy to help you create the perfect custom lapel pin for your organization's needs. These pins can be made from different materials including brass or stainless steel and can also be designed and shaped with unique molding and coloring techniques based on artwork supplied by your organization.</p>
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<h2>Lapel Pins Are Available In Multiple Styles For Multiple Purposes</h2>
<p><strong><a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/lapel-pins' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'   target="_blank"><strong>Lapel pins</strong></a></strong> are versatile enough to be used for many purposes. Corporations use them to recognize employee achievement. Nonprofit organizations often use them to increase awareness of social causes. Even Little League baseball and softball players build friendships among each other by trading lapel pins at games. With different types available for different purposes, there's sure to be a style of lapel pins to suit just about any need imaginable.</p>
<p>Lapel pins are an old idea. They were used to identify specific <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/military/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Military">military</a> units at least as far back as the U.S. Civil War. The <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/military/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Military">military</a> began using them mainly to honor distinguished service on the battlefield by the early part of the 20th century. </p>
<p>They have proved quite popular among civilians as well. One newspaper in Pittsburgh reported in 1940 that "lapel pins in the shape of flowers are taking the world by storm." With their attractive designs, economical cost and easy wearability, it's no wonder lapel pins have long been a popular fashion accessory.</p>
<p>The highest quality lapel pins on the market today are the classic cloisonn&eacute; lapel pin. These are die-struck, then filled with a glass-like mixture of hard enamel. The colors are then individually fired at high temperatures for the maximum possible durability. This process yields fine jewelry-quality pins. Since the manufacturing process is so complex, cloisonn&eacute; lapel pins are the most expensive type of lapel pins available. For that reason, these are best suited for pins reserved for the business world, and are only rarely used for sports trading pins.</p>
<p>A less expensive alternative is soft enamel lapel pins. These look like cloisonn&eacute; pins, but the colors are made from soft enamel and are fired at a lower temperature. This makes the pins more affordable than true cloisonn&eacute;. You can add an epoxy coating to soft enamel pins to increase their durability. This is the most popular style for sports trading lapel pins.</p>
<p>Speaking of sports trading pins, they are some of the most popular lapel pins available today. They are a huge part of Little League baseball and softball tournaments. Other youth sports have begun to adopt the trading of custom lapel pins as well, including soccer, hockey and football.</p>
<p>An economical alternative is photo etched lapel pins. Because they are made of thinner metal, however, they are less durable than other types. These lapel pins are made by etching the design into the surface of the pin, using a chemical process similar to the process used to develop photographic film negatives. These pins need epoxy coating added to extend their life.</p>
<p>Offset digital lapel pins are the way to go if you want to reproduce photographs, gradients and drop shadows. Unlike other types of lapel pins, these have no raised or recessed areas because the photograph-quality image is printed onto the pin instead of die-struck into metal. Epoxy coating is recommended for this style pin.</p>
<p>Silk screened lapel pins, like offset digital pins, have no raised and recessed areas. Silk screen printed pins feature colors printed one at a time, similar to the process used to print T-shirts. These lapel pins need epoxy coating to improve their durability.</p>
<p>Die-struck lapel pins are ideal for military-style pins. These pins generally have no color added. The pins are stamped from a die, and recessed areas are sandblasted to give them a grainy appearance. Raised areas of the lapel pins are then polished to a high shine.</p>
<p>With multiple styles available, lapel pins can fulfill virtually any needs for recognition, promotion or identifications. Reputable suppliers of lapel pins can help you identify which best fits your needs.</p>
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<h2>How To Take Care Of A Kitten</h2>
<p>Raising a kitten correctly ensures that it will grow up to be a strong, healthy, and active cat, who will bring years of joy and affection into your life. The following steps will show you how to take care of a kitten.</p>
<p>By 10-12 weeks <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/kittens/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Kittens">kittens</a> should be fully weaned and ready to leave their mother. Remember that this is a very stressful time for your pet. Transport your kitten to its new home using a cat carrier lined with a blanket or towel. If the kitten is especially frightened, try confining it to a single room for the first few days, allowing to get accustomed to its new surroundings and gain in confidence. Introduce your kitten slowly to other family members and pets.</p>
<p>If possible, find out which brand of food the breeder has been feeding the kitten - a sudden change in diet can result in an upset stomach. Changing the variety of food should be done gradually, with a small amount of the new food mixed in with the old. Always use high-quality kitten food. Give your kitten access to both wet and dry food - both types have nutritional benefits. As well as food, a kitten needs constant access to fresh, clean water. Do not give your cat cow's milk. If you wish to give milk, then use one formulated specially for <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/cats/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with cats">cats</a>.</p>
<p>Kittens can be trained to use a litterbox from as early as 4 weeks. Cats enjoy privacy when using their litterbox, so locate it somewhere quiet, away from high-traffic areas. There are numerous variety of litter types available. If possible, match the kind of litter used by the breeder. This will help the kitten settle in and avoid any unnecessary accidents.</p>
<p>A cat bed is not essential but most kittens will like having a place that they feel is their own. Like all young animals, kittens will sleep for a lot of the time. A great variety of styles of bed are available but it is recommended that the bed be fully washable so that you can keep it clean.</p>
<p>Grooming your kitten with a brush or comb can begin as soon as you bring it home. Regular handling like this will help your kitten get used to human contact.</p>
<p>Visiting the veterinarian is an important part of how to take care of a kitten. An initial exam can be carried out as early as 8 weeks. The veterinarian should vaccinate your kitten against Feline respiratory disease and Feline Infectious Enteritis. A kitten should never be allowed outside until it has received these vaccinations. Prior to reaching sexual maturity, your kitten should be neutered. Beyond this, yearly check-ups are recommended to keep your cat healthy.</p>
<p>Play with your kitten every day. Their are a myriad of toys available, but you'll soon find out which types your kitten enjoys best. House cats are social animals and daily exercise will help your kitten stay fit and happy.</p>
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<p>Proper care of a new kitten is very crucial for a future healthy cat. This <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/article/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with article">article</a> will teach you <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/how-to-take-care-of-a-kitten' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >how to take care of a kitten</a>, how to introduce a new kitten into a home with older cat and other  newborn kitten care information. Go to: <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/how-to-take-care-of-a-kitten' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >http://www.takecareofakitten.com</a></p>
<h2>Learn How To Feed Your Cat</h2>
<p>You need to make sure that you read the label on the food that you are getting for your cat. Although it may seem strange because you can is a pet, their nutrition is still just as important as yours is which is why you should read the ingredients so that you are aware of what is in the food you are giving your cat. You also need to pay attention to what formula of cat food that you are purchasing. They have food for adult cats, kittens, aging cats, cats on diets, and everything in between. You don't want to be feeding your kitten adult food and vice versa.</p>
<p>After picking up the right food for your cat, there is matter of where to feed your cat, when to feed your cat, and how much to feed them. If you have never owned a cat before this can be quite a tricky process to figure out all on your own. First and foremost, you need to find a place that is ideal for your cat to eat at.</p>
<p>Think about it from your cat's perspective, you really wouldn't want to eat while adults and kids are running all around you and being loud. This is why you need to find a place that is quiet and accessible for your cat to have their food and water bowl. Once you decide on a particular place, don't keep changing it around because cats don't always deal well with that type of change.</p>
<p>Keep in mind that your cat might make a bit of a mess when they are drinking and eating so it may not be wise to put the food and water in an area that is going to be ruined by the mess. You also need to make sure that you are keeping the bowls clean and changing the water out on a regular basis in order to avoid your cat getting sick.</p>
<p>As far as when you should feed your cat, it is good to get your cat into the habit of eating at a particular time each day. Just as humans eat breakfast, lunch, and dinner at certain times, so should your cat. Of course this might not be quite so easy if you are away from the hose during the day, but there is a solution. If the cat is eating dry cat food you can simply put the entire days ration into the food bowl and your cat can eat from it throughout the day.</p>
<p>If you aren't sure you want to put it all in, you can choose to be half of it in the bowl. It's really up to you and your schedule as to what a regular and convenient feeding schedule will be, but it is wise to get a regular pattern started. Listed below will give you some ideas as to how to coordinate your feeding schedule.</p>
<p>&bull; At 4-6 weeks <br /> o 1/2 to 1 oz<br /> ? 3 to 4 times per day<br />&bull; 7 weeks to 6 months<br /> o 1 to 3 oz<br /> ? 3 to 4 times per day<br />&bull; 7 months to 1 year<br /> o 3 oz<br /> ? 2 times per day or you can leave 6 oz in their bowl all day</p>
<p>You can also look on the package of cat food that you buy for what they suggest you feed your cat.</p>
<p>Just as there are certain things that you need to keep in mind when feeding your cat, there are also certain thing that you shouldn't do when feeding your cat.</p>
<p>&bull; You shouldn't give your cat bones; this is a good rule for any pet whether they are a cat or a dog. Chicken bones, pork bones, and fish bones are a big no because they can cause quite a bit of damage to your cats tummy and throat that could lead to a trip to the veterinarian or worse.</p>
<p>&bull; Again a good tip for any animal, don't give your cat leftovers from the table. Although you think that you are doing them a favor by giving them a treat, you could be making a bigger problem when your cat begins to avoid their cat food.</p>
<p>&bull; Cats can't eat two foods in particular, the first being chocolate and the second being onions. Both of these foods are considered a toxic food to your cat.</p>
<p>&bull; Despite what you may have seen on television or in the movies, cats do not need to drink milk. What more, if you give milk to your cat you might find yourself cleaning up after an icky mess since it can cause diarrhea.</p>
<p>&bull; The last tip is not to feed your cat any other animal's food. They need the nutrients that are in their cat food and dog food won't quite give them what they need.</p>
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<h2>Quotes for Motivation</h2>
<p>Motivational quotes work really well to inspire an individual and help him or her overcome the toughest phase of life. Now, the challenge can be to come out of the smoking phase, recovering from low self esteem, health issues, weight loss or to enhance their qualities.</p>
<p>Quotes for motivation also posses the power to rewrite negative thoughts that may have extend your mind. This is a great way to achieve success. </p>
<p>There is a need to surround you with positive motivational quotes. This is a fantastic way to overcome a temporary set back that has entered your life. These quotes are capable of instilling you with positive energy and zest. You will definitely feel changed up once you read them.</p>
<p>For instance, if you have been given a project, that you want to accomplish and you think that the taste is really difficult. This situation is enough to make you feel bad and discouraged. </p>
<p>However, how would you feel if you suddenly happen to read something like the following?</p>
<p>- &ldquo;Success comes to those who dare and act.&rdquo;</p>
<p>- &ldquo;Nothing is impossible in life as the word impossible itself says &lsquo;I&rsquo;m possible.&rdquo;</p>
<p>- &ldquo;Dream, plan, believe and act. The success is just a step ahead.&rdquo;</p>
<p>- &ldquo;Believe you can and you will.&rdquo;</p>
<p>In short, quotes for motivation around you can add up to the zest in your life. </p>
<p>Benefit of using quotes for motivation:</p>
<p>a)	Strength and Commitment</p>
<p>Quotes for motivation help in making you strong and committed. There are excellent sources to inspire you to excel in your field and out beat others. Most successful personalities across the globe have got inspiration from motivation quotes and instances. For example the great Napoleon Bonaparte got his inspiration to succeed from an ant who tried to take in food towards the wall and had fallen many times prior to getting to the final destination. </p>
<p>b)	Encouragement in the time of despair</p>
<p>There are times when things go wrong and don&rsquo;t work out. You need a strong <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/source/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with source">source</a> of encouragement during this period. There is a lot in these quotes that will help you to take good action and also strengthen your mind processes and thoughts. If you read these quotes and apply them in your life, you would definitely succeed in your mission. </p>
<p>How to use quotes for motivation effectively:</p>
<p>Once you have chosen a motivational quote related to your goal, you need to print it. Get it printed on a nice paper in an attractive font. You can even write it down in your best handwriting. Make sure that the quote you have chosen for yourself really provides you a kick. </p>
<p>Now, it&rsquo;s time to display it at places where they are most effective. Stick these notes on a bathroom mirror, dashboard, screensaver, Billboard around your desk or in a picture frame above your bed. </p>
<p>Once you have placed these quotes for motivation at their best locations, read them frequently, several times in a day. Try to say these aloud. Feel them and most importantly believe them. You will see a major difference in you.</p>
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<p>For more Articles, News, Information, Advice, and Resources about Motivation and Self Help please visit <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/get-and-stay-motivated' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >GET AND STAY MOTIVATED</a>  and  <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/motivation-tips' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >MOTIVATION TIPS</a>  and  <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/meditation-advice' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >MEDITATION ADVICE</a></p>
<h2>Rolled Canvas <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/prints/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with prints">Prints</a> or Stretched Canvas <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/prints/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with prints">Prints</a>? The Choice is Yours!</h2>
<p>Canvas prints are often the most sought after modern wall art as they are considered less expensive and more captivating. With framed artwork, you face the cost of having the glass, the matt and the frame. As the images begin to get larger, the price for all three goes up. That is why; an increasing number of people are choosing canvas printing.</p>
<p>It is not only an affordable and better way to decorate your home, but also can be effectively used to inspire and motivate employees in your <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/office/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with Office">office</a>. Nowadays, printing <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/photos/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with photos">photos</a> on canvas is quite an easy job with so many professional firms offering you <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/online/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with online">online</a> canvas printing option. However, one has to be sure about, what type of canvas print to order. <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/rolled-canvas-prints' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >Rolled canvas prints</a> or <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/canvas-print-art' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >stretched canvas prints</a>?</p>
<p>Though rolled prints are easy to transport and guarantee cheaper delivery, the paint in them might crack or get damaged, in case it is stretched more. Therefore, it will be wise to go for the stretched prints on canvas. The stretched print ensures perfection in printing of the artwork, as it is easier for printers to offer flawless finishing and accuracy on a stretched canvas. This type of prints can create a realistic impression of your real-life memories and moments and enhances the aesthetic quality of the images you print. Further, these prints stay fresh and brilliant for long. The images are sharper and finer, and details are superior and enhanced. Stretched prints also score over traditional prints and rolled prints in terms of sheer dimension and size. Additionally, such prints are more resistant to effects of time and dust and do not deteriorate or tear easily. The cost of stretched prints is also much lower than that of mat and glass frame print or photographic prints.</p>
<p>However, remember one thing whenever you are planning for canvas printing something. There are so many professional firms offering you <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/rolled-canvas-prints' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >cheap canvas prints</a>. However, you need to make sure that you do not compromise on the quality of your favorite photo's canvas prints just for a low price. Make it a long lasting impression hanging in your wall with the help of experienced printers.</p>
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<h2>Minority Or Woman Owned Certification Can Help</h2>
<p>When a business applies for a Certification the business owner(s) is asking an organization or government agency to guarantee that the business and owner meet all the qualifications for being Certified. Certification by an organization/agency means they attest that a business meets the qualifications. The reputation of that organization/agency is on the line when they certify a business, so they will look closely at the credentials, records and claims. If they erroneously certify a business they will jeopardize their reputation and may be open to law suit or other legal penalty. So even though the requirements and attention to detail of a Certification process can be frustrating, it is necessary to guard the integrity of the certification and the certifying organization/agency.</p>
<p>Here are the typical requirements of a Certification:</p>
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<li>The business is 51% or more owned by the proper classification (Minority, Woman, or Disadvantaged Person).</li>
<li>The Minority, Woman, Disadvantaged Person owner(s) made an investment to obtain his/her ownership in the business seeking Certification. </li>
<li>The business is managed on a day-to-day basis by the owner(s) that is of the proper classification (Minority, Woman, Disadvantaged Person). </li>
<li>The business is capable of providing the products and/or services it claims it can provide. This means the business has the proper license, equipment, people, training, building, vehicles or anything else that is necessary.</li>
<li>If the Certification is for "disadvantaged" businesses the business owner must prove that he/she meets that organization's/agency's description of disadvantaged. This will include one or more of the following: personal worth under a specific level, race and/or gender, and location of business.</li>
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<p>Certification is one of the best tools in a business's tool box or briefcase or purse. Here are a few reasons why.</p>
<p>Certification has become a requirement instead of just a competitive advantage. As attention to the use of M/WBEs (Minority/Woman Business Enterprises) and DBEs (Disadvantaged Business Enterprises) increases so does the number of businesses claiming one or more of those designations. The number of businesses claiming those designations has become so large that the government agencies and corporations usually require a Certification to verify that a business is truly an M/WBE or DBE. Federal agencies still do not require Certifications; however, they normally expect their Prime Contractors to use WBEs and DBEs as subcontractors and these Prime Contractors usually do require a Certification for their subcontractors.</p>
<p>Certification demonstrates that a business cares. Having a Certification is proof that a business is M/WBE or DBE. It is also proof that the business is willing to meet the requirements of a government agency, education institution or corporation. It shows that a business is likely to be a good vendor because it follows directions.</p>
<p>It is a badge to wear (display) with pride. Including Certification(s) on websites, business cards, brochures, digital information, etc. is a good way to demonstrate that a business meets that requirement. Certification is a qualifier, maybe a requirement, but it is not the only qualifier. Displaying it in the right places provides the information to those who need to know without seeming to say, "I expect your business because I am an M/WBE or DBE."</p>
<p>Being Certified may qualify a business for exclusive opportunities. Sometimes government agencies, primarily federal or state, will do "set-asides" for a specific Small Business classification. In those cases a business may be required to have a specific Certification to qualify.</p>
<p>Certification appeals to customers and clients. Even if a business provides products or services to individuals instead of government agencies and corporations, a certification may be helpful. Consumers may prefer a business because they know it is Minority or Woman Owned Business.</p>
<p>One thing that hampers Small Businesses is not having the right, or best, Certification. A business may think there is just one Certification. Or they assume that a Certification does not apply to them and do not do any research to find out. So a business gets one Certification when another one would have been more beneficial. This causes missed business opportunities. It is important to determine which Certification or Certifications will help. Following is some clarification about Certifications.</p>
<p>Most States offer some type of Certification for M/WBEs. Most State Certifications were developed primarily to identify qualified M/WBEs or DBEs for use by state agencies, and sometimes for local government agencies and schools, in meeting their spend goals. (Spend goal is the target percentage/amount of a government agency's or corporation's budget to be spent with a particular group, such as woman- or minority-owned business.) Some corporations will accept a State Certification, but most prefer a non-government Certification for meeting their own spend goals. A corporation that is a Prime Contractor for state agencies may prefer the State's Certification.</p>
<p>Most State DOTs (Department of Transportation) have their own Certification. The Certification offered by State DOTs is for DBEs (Disadvantaged Business Enterprises). The requirements for this Certification are specifically set to meet federal guidelines because DOTs receive much of their funding from the federal government. This Certification was expanded in recent years to include all state and local government agencies and departments that receive federal transportation funding and it was named the UCP (Unified Certification Program).</p>
<p>Some local government entities offer their own Certification. Some cities, counties and even universities or school districts conduct their own Certifications. Any business trying to sell to these entities needs to have the Certification of that entity.</p>
<p>Corporations often prefer private Certification. Most corporations prefer Certifications from national private organizations because the requirements are the same for each business no matter where they are located. There are Certifications for Minority Owned Businesses and for Woman Owned Businesses. These organizations normally offer their Certified businesses training and access to Corporate buyers.</p>
<p>Certification can increase opportunities. In tough economic times, every opportunity or advantage should be used.</p>
<p>Janet W. Christy is owner of Leverage &amp; Development, LLC, a corporation that provides consulting, research and training to small businesses on marketing and certifications. She is the author of "101 Winning Marketing Actions for Small Businesses" and "Capitalizing On Being Woman Owned". More information is available at <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/leverageanddevelopment-5019' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >http://leverageanddevelopment.com</a>.</p>
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<h2>10 Reasons It Certification Will Be Important In 2010</h2>
<p><strong><br /></strong>Many technology professionals believe IT certifications reached their peak during the height of the dot-com boom. But such a mindset may well prove shortsighted. The subsequent dot-com bomb led to an exodus of certified technicians from the industry. Then, as the dust settled, IT certifications were reworked. Accreditations were better mapped to real-world needs and expertise. Program flaws were eliminated. Training programs improved.</p>
<p>Now, in turbulent economic times, IT certifications will provide more relevance than ever before. With unprecedented bailouts, widespread cost and workforce reductions, and a slew of new platforms being released, IT accreditations will assume renewed importance in 2010. Here are 10 reasons why IT certifications will prove important in 2010.</p>
<p><strong>#1: Job retention<br /></strong>Organizations are laying off employees at alarming levels. When wildly successful franchises such as the National Football League downsize 10 percent, you know the economy's in trouble.</p>
<p>When faced with difficult personnel decisions, organizations generally try to retain the most skillful and knowledgeable employees. Certified IT pros have a credible advantage over their colleagues. While holding a current IT accreditation is no guarantee against being laid off, the more education, expertise, and skills you can demonstrate, the better.</p>
<p><strong>#2: Salary maintenance<br /></strong>Many organizations &mdash; and city and state governments in particular &mdash; are asking employees to accept salary reductions. Whereas staff may have grumbled over a scant four or five percent salary increase a few years ago, today many are being asked to cut their compensation by those amounts.</p>
<p>Holding current IT certification does not guarantee you won't face salary reductions. But possessing specific certifications &mdash; including A+, Security+, Microsoft credentials, and other accreditations &ndash;often qualifies employees for higher pay grades. Thus, when forced to accept a salary reduction, you're more likely to be earning more than your non-certified colleagues.</p>
<p><strong>#3: Hiring and promotion eligibility<br /></strong>Despite the economic downturn, some companies are still hiring. Others are actively promoting from within. Recent headlines prove medical facilities, health insurance companies, and manufacturers, among others, continue expansion efforts.</p>
<p>Significant competition exists for these open positions. With unemployment exceeding six percent, a number expected to grow in 2010, jockeying for good jobs will only increase. If your resume is bolstered by new and timely certifications, you'll gain an advantage over others applying for the same role. For better or worse, in cases where two otherwise equal candidates are competing for the same lucrative job offer, one applicant's certifications could prove the deciding factor. Certification may even be required to apply for the position.</p>
<p><strong>#4: Career improvement<br /></strong>Many technology professionals feel they've done all they can do as a support technician or network administrator. They may be working in positions where they'll receive no additional responsibilities, pay, or challenges unless they move up the corporate ladder.</p>
<p>IT certifications can certainly open the door to such promotions. By completing project management training and proving command of the fundamentals by earning a Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional or CompTIA Project+ certification, an administrator can demonstrate initiative and expertise in an effort to win a project management promotion. Likewise, a support tech might leverage a Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP) accreditation to gain a new position as a server administrator.</p>
<p><strong>#5: New-generation certs increase relevance<br /></strong>Certifications are receiving a boost from considerable reworking. Many organizations, including CompTIA and Cisco, are revamping and redesigning exams and instructional initiatives. And Microsoft really stands out due to the variety and impact of changes made to its training and certification program.</p>
<p>Microsoft's new generation of certifications &mdash; including the new MCITP, Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS), and Microsoft Certified Professional Developer (MCPD) accreditations &mdash; map directly to real-world needs. The MCTS, for example, measures a candidate's skill, knowledge, and expertise deploying, maintaining, and administering specific Microsoft platforms.</p>
<p>Microsoft's new <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/mcitp-training' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >MCITP Training</a> credential, meanwhile, is aimed at helping organizations meet specific staffing needs. The certification is designed to demonstrate expertise within job roles, such as server administrator or desktop support technician, thereby better enabling hiring managers to spot qualified, well-targeted candidates.</p>
<p>To keep these new-generation certifications relevant, Microsoft is expiring new credentials when mainstream support for the corresponding technology platforms is retired. Those changes, combined with the introduction of classroom and lab training requirements for new higher-level certifications, are helping put the shine back on IT certifications in 2010.</p>
<p><strong>#6: Organizations will become more discriminating<br /></strong>Consultants can benefit from IT certifications in 2010, too. As clients more closely guard expenses and become more discerning, organizations needing to outsource computer services and support will want to ensure the firms and technicians they hire are competent. IT certifications are a great method for consultants to demonstrate their skill, knowledge, and expertise to potential clients.</p>
<p><strong>#7: New products will gain momentum<br /></strong>A slew of new products is sure to gain momentum in 2010. Microsoft's 2008-branded server products lead the charge of new technologies that will gain market share throughout the year.</p>
<p>As organizations begin replacing older or failed equipment with these new products, and as myriad other factors require that the new platforms be deployed, these organization will seek qualified IT technicians, managers, and consultants to plan, deploy, and administer the upgrades. If you can demonstrate your skills and expertise with these platforms, you'll be better positioned to provide those services. By becoming certified on new technologies that gain traction in 2010, you'll not only strengthen your resume, but you'll also position yourself well by aligning your expertise with these new products.</p>
<p><strong>#8: Organizations must minimize downtime<br /></strong>Server, desktop, and network downtime, as well as mean times to repair, must improve. This is true for most every organization, but especially for those that have reduced staff, as fewer employees are available to pick up the slack when errors or failures occur.</p>
<p>When running lean, as many companies have been forced to do, remaining employees' workloads are often increased. Thus, it's imperative that organizations fully utilize remaining staff.</p>
<p>IT certification programs are one method of ensuring that staff members have the training and instruction required to fulfill specific responsibilities. Employees who are better trained and educated as the result of certification efforts will be less likely to commit errors that lead to failure. And when outages do occur, the corresponding education and training will prove helpful in speeding recovery.</p>
<p><strong> #9: Organizations need to reduce costs</strong><br /> When sales or funding levels dive, reducing operating costs becomes critical. During periods of recession, organizations are obligated to maximize efficiency. As a result, productivity requirements become greater for each worker.</p>
<p>From a cold and calculating perspective, IT certification is one proven method for leveraging an organization's salary expenses. By ensuring that technicians have specific skills via training and certification programs, whether those skills target desktop support or network <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/design/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with design">design</a> and optimization, organizations know that IT certification efforts help maximize ROI.</p>
<p>A Kotler Marketing Group study published by CompTIA revealed certifications enabled organizations to reduce expenses, identify knowledge gaps, and improve productivity. In addition, certifications proved helpful in improving uptime and reducing turnover.</p>
<p><strong>#10: Confidence proves handy during turbulent times<br /></strong>If nothing else, during periods of stress and upheaval, it helps to have confidence. While you can't insulate yourself from major economic trends, you can leverage certifications to know you've taken prudent steps to keep skills current and make yourself an attractive employee, both to your current employer and to prospective hiring managers, should a pink slip arrive.</p>
<p>Some 75 percent of IT professionals responding to the Kotler study said their CompTIA certifications make them more attractive to employers, while 84 percent believe they now have the skills necessary to fulfill a job's requirements. Further, some 93% agreed or strongly agreed that customers felt they are in good hands when working with them, due in part to their certifications.</p>
<p>With numerous other factors seemingly out of your control, IT certifications present at least one element you can command. In an age of unprecedented business and economic turmoil, the resulting confidence boost can only help. If an employer understands what they're looking for, then they just need to look for a person with the appropriate exam numbers. The syllabuses are set to exacting standards and aren't allowed to deviate (like academia frequently can and does).After reading this article if your are planning to take advance your career and seeking best <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/online/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with online">online</a> training Testkingdom.com is only IT <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/tag/online/'     class="st_tag internal_tag" rel="tag" title="Posts tagged with online">online</a> training provider that provide the all I.T. training including complete <a href='http://thevillagegallery.com/recommends/mcitp-training' rel="nofollow" target='_blank'  >MCITP Training</a> exams training in just one package. With Self study training kits, save your money on bootcamps, training institutes, Online training save your traveling and time also. All training materials are <strong>guaranteed</strong> to pass your exams and get you certified on the fist attempt; due to best training is the no1 site for 2009.</p>
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