Career: Write Your CV Like Professionals

CV writing is critical as it reflect your image to the employer that you want to work for. The stronger the skill and experience descriptions are in your CV--the higher the number of interviews and salary offers you will receive. In order to be able to write a professional CV you will need to introduce the following techniques.

Technique number 1: Employers do not have the time to read your CV, You Must Do That for Them!
With employers receiving hundreds of CVs you must make sure that your CV hooks an employer's attention within a 5-second glance. A great way to do this is to use job titles and skill headings that relate to and match the jobs you want. The design of your CV must highlight the most important information about your work experience, skills and education. At first glance this information forms the image that employers have of your skills and abilities. Using skill headings that market the true nature of your job duties will generate you more interviews and higher salary offers.

Technique number 2: Let your CV Markets your skills.
CV design should get attention but it's really the content of your CV, the descriptions you include of your skills and abilities, that determine how many interviews you generate--as well as the level of salary offers you receive. Quantify and Use Power Words, using numbers to describe your achievements and responsibilities can greatly expand and elevate your image. Using numbers and quantifying creates vivid images in our mind when we read them, whereas general statements are easy to skip over or forget. Typically the more specific you can be in describing your duties the better. Most CVs provide a list of duties that each applicant has been responsible for-without explaining the benefit of those skills to employers. The real benefit is that you can produce more work and ultimately save the employer money. A better statement for your CV.

Technique number 3: Get into Employer's Mind.
Always make sure to look closely to the key words that employers provide in help wanted ads and job descriptions are a key element in creating powerful CVs. the employer will have many more needs that you should identify and address in your CV and cover letter.

Technique number 4: Use the right language for the right Salary.
Language used in a CV for an $8 an hour position is much different than the language used for a $16 an hour position.

Technique number 5: Customize your strength
Prioritize your job descriptions, skills by importance, impressiveness and relevance to the job you want. Remember that a strong statement which uses power words and quantifies will affect every statement under it.

Business: The Art of Negotiating Conflicts

Win/win is an attitude, not an outcome. - Don Boyd

As long as there is life, there will always be conflicts to resolve. This truth is both universal and infinite!

Out of the crib and into the grave...conflicts do exist and it is the way of mankind to resolve our differences and learn and grow from them.

Some conflicts often do not have immediate solutions and the parties involved more often than not go through multiple stages of conflicts and their negotiations.

Months or years before you were born, your life was already a subject of discussion. Most certainly, your parents discussed what hospital to rush to for your delivery and discussed this with your mom’s doctor. Dad and Mom also talked about options with respect to the available finances anf resources. They also discussed with the doctor the possibility of a normal or caesarian delivery. In all these, the doctor and your parents might have different opinions and preferences. They all were after the best options according to how they saw it.

You thought that’s the end of it? Deciding your name became the next subject of negotiations. Everyone, including grand parents, aunts, even the next-door neighbors, and business associates, had their own say. After agreeing on your name, the date for christening followed, along with where and how the event would be celebrated. All these involve small negotiations - and you weren’t even born yet!

There’s no end to all the discussions and differences in opinion; and this is just infanthood. What about childhood, school life, adolescence, and young adulthood?

Even on the deathbed, the relatives of a dying person discuss what funeral service to hire, what burial rites to perform, etc. Life from start to finish is accompanied by discussions, differences of opinion, and final decisions. As long as these things happen, conflicts continue.

4 Stages Of Conflicts And How To Detect Them

The number one goal in resolving a conflict is to make sure both sides maintain their self-esteem. This is one phrase that should remind you of the overall objective in a conflict.

Conflicts differ in intensity. They are composed of four stages:

Stage One:

These are very mild discussions geared towards seeking quick and pleasurable solutions in problem solving. Opinion poll is taken from all possible sides, especially from those involved. Often, those who talk are the ones really involved. Others are contented to merely listen. In this stage, there are no heated arguments. The conflict can be resolved quickly and in a spirited mood. Examples of this type of conflict are choosing what clothes to wear, what movie to see, what hobby to do, or who to go out with on dates. Beware though. This conflict, though light and pleasurable, may develop into the next level if unchecked.

Stage Two:

Fiery words, emotional outbursts, and booming voices are just some of what you can expect in the second stage. Discussions can get hot and may extend for a certain period. This stage involves some loss in property, time, dignity, and principle.

A series of meetings or discussions may be needed, which may or may not result to conflict resolution. This may accelerate into the next stage of conflict if unresolved, or decelerate into the first stage of conflict and ends well as a result. The situation may get out of hand to the extent that more persons or events outside the main players (people really involved) may be dragged into it. It may be said that this stage is a half-blown stage of conflict.

Stage Three:

Aside from the issues in stage two, this may involve a loss of life. The situation is marked by a full-blown conflict and the parties involved find themselves at the verge of chaos.

The problems could be resolved, but solution calls for tolerance and some compromises on principles. Either or both parties will have to give in for negotiations to proceed and progress. The situation can revert to stage two depending on the results of the negotiations. It could escalate into a breakdown or total collapse of the situation. This could lead to a permanent strife between parties.

Stage Four:

When negotiations bog down and the players find themselves face to face in court, we have a stage four conflict. This is an expensive stage to be in. The attorney’s fees alone can be very shocking. As a champion negotiator, we don’t want to reach stage four. We want to keep things within stage one or two.

What Is A Negotiation?

The word “negotiate” has Latin roots: NEG which means “not” and OTIO which is translated to “leisure” and originally meant “to conduct business.” Negotiation is really a people process.

Negotiation is a process of trying to make opposing parties come to a middle ground where they can meet eye-to-eye, talk about their conflicts in a better light, and aspire for a win-win resolution to conflicts. Conflicts tend to keep involved parties at the opposite ends of the pole. They establish their own separate territories far from each other, and then dig deep into their turfs. This situation is no different from building their own separate war camps, with foxholes, shelters, artillery and arms depot, where they shoot at each other until one of them yields.

But yielding does not always mean the end of a conflict. It may just be a temporary surrender to enable both camps to consolidate and strengthen positions. A fresh conflict may again start soon. If negotiations fail, opposing parties may take up the case in court; or worse, deal with the case violently. As a champion negotiator, your job is to settle things out of court and without any violence. Just a few seconds ago, you have seen that negotiations ensue from birth to death. Every stage of your life involves some form of discussion or argument that needs efficient decision-making.

Now are you up for a simple activity? Drift yourself back through time and recall actual negotiations you were involved in. Do the following life situations look familiar? Have you been a witness to any of the following situations that clearly involved negotiations?

1. Child and parent negotiations on buying a toy. (Can you guess who normally wins?)

2. Negotiations between or among playmates on what, how, and where they should play.

3. Going to school everyday, especially the “waking up early” part.

4. Arguing with Dad on whether to go camping/outing or not.

5. What school to go to in high school or junior high.

6. A class report where you try to convince everybody of what you have researched.

7. What clothes or shoes to buy.

8. Who to go out with on a date and where.

9. Who to choose as boy or girl friend.

10. What college course to take and where.

11. What company of friends to join.

12. What organization to work for or what business to undertake.

13. Who to marry.

14. How many kids to have.

15. What house to settle in with your family and where.

Discussions of differences in opinion and how to settle them halfway are the courses of life. We often encounter such situations first with our parents and relatives, then with our playmates, then with our schoolmates, then with our spouse, boss, clients, and colleagues in office or business. Later in life, you will even have to negotiate for your health and life. Dying people are known to negotiate with God for a second chance at life or for a quick, painless death. Indeed, prayer is really a negotiation.

Any form of communication is part of negotiation. Saying “Hello” upon picking up the phone is an invitation to a discussion. Then you ask, “May I speak with Kurt?” In that instant, the possibility of a simple negotiation can get under way. But am I willing to speak or do I want to elude you or...has the conflict just begun?

Dating: Five Secrets to a Sex-happy Relationship

Let’s not beat about the bush – you and your lover want a great sex life. Here are five straightforward ways to make sure your sex-life stays hot.

1. Please yourself
No, masturbation is not just for lonely singletons! Taking the time to learn more about your body and what you enjoy is one of the best ways to improve your sex life. Whether that means getting yourself horny with an erotic book or some beautiful new lingerie – or just getting right down to it with your right hand and some time on your own in the bath. People in successful relationships usually report that they continue to masturbate regularly – it’s a sign of a healthy, happy libido. It also means that if you’re desperately horny there’s less pressure on your partner to join in – you can always DIY!

2. Wait for it…
If there’s one single factor that makes someone hornier than all get-out, it’s got to be anticipation. Rather than having lacklustre sex seven days a week, how about putting it off for as long as you can bear it? There’s nothing to stop you flirting or teasing your partner in the meantime – especially if you let them know they aren’t ‘allowed’ any sex for at least, say, a week. Perhaps you could let your mate know just what you’re planning to do to them when the time’s up. By the time you give in to your built-up desire, you should be about ready for the hottest session of frantic lovemaking you’ve ever had.

3. Talk about it
Okay, it’s not always so easy to tell your partner what you want. Particularly if there’s a problem that needs to be raised. Sexual performance can be a very touchy subject – be aware of your partner’s feelings, and try to concentrate on what you want rather than what you don’t want. Suggesting new ways to do things, or complimenting them when they hit the right buttons is less likely to send your lover into a sulk – try turning it into a game of ‘truth or forfeit’ where you both get to ask questions and think up saucy forfeits!

4. Surprise!
Predictability and routine are the enemies of thrilling sex – and while there’s nothing wrong with comforting, unspectacular sex, sometimes you might want to put a little sherbet back into the bedroom. Is there a favorite fantasy that you’ve always been a little scared to try out? Good! Never mind about feeling foolish. That nervousness and feeling of vulnerability will remind you of how you used to feel when you first started dating them. So do it. Go get the cowboy costume, the bondage gear or the whipped cream. It’ll get your pulse racing, and your partner will pick up on the tension as soon as they see you.

5. And relax…
Working too much, allowing stress to build up and life turn into a hamster-wheel of chores and bills, over indulging in food, alcohol or other drugs. None of these habits are likely to put you in the mood. So the golden rule for a sex-happy life is, chill out!

Money: How to Become A Billionaire

To paraphrase Steve Martin, it is easy to earn a billion dollars tax free. All you have to do is get yourself a billion dollars and then don’t pay the tax. How will anyone ever know?

Now I don’t want to speak out against paying taxes but we can talk about getting yourself a billion dollars. The first thing you need to know is that it is a darned near impossible dream. There are over six billion people on Earth and about seven hundred of them are billionaires. True, the odds increase if you count their spouses and children, but still it is clearly not an easy thing to achieve.

When thinking about just how extreme a task this is think about the easiest way to make money. Stealing. That is, after all, what the joke implies. Now think about where you could possibly steal a billion dollars from. What could you steal and sell for a billion dollars? Not a heck of a lot comes to mind. Really, it’s that much money.

But it has been done and therefore can be done. The key is to find your niche and make it work for you as best as it can. Further more, you need to find something that is no one else’s niche. The more people who want to achieve billionaire status the way you want to achieve it, the less likely it would happen.

Take software for instance. A decade ago that was the key. Microsoft made some billionaires as did Google. The market is still very vast but it is also flooded and the chances of finding something unique enough to capture that much of the market is no longer very likely.

The same is true for the retail world. When Walmart started up it was a relatively unique way of shopping. Its business plan was solid and consumers were very much into the attitude of the store so much so that it is still growing. Stores that have copied that format may have done well, but they haven’t churned out many billionaire owners.

If you’re like me and are finding it discouraging to come up with that killer original idea you can always keep your eyes open for other people’s. There have been a lot of successful investors over the years who have latched on to the right idea and took it for a ride to billionaire status. Some are able to spot something before it becomes a shooting trend while others make fortunes by investing in secure, non trendy, traditional stocks that go up, though slower.

I think the best idea for most of us is to aim to be multi millionaires first. Achieve this through a good selection of ever growing solid investments on the stock market and in real estate. Once you have secured yourself a hundred million or so then turning it in to a billion shouldn’t be much trouble at all.

Mika Hamilton is the editor of the Global Investment Institute

Life: Stress Relief Management - How To Get Your Life Back

Finding stress relief management in your life may be the best thing that you can do to allow yourself to actually heal and to become a person that knows how to enjoy life. Stress management tips are always offered but so many of us just do not do what we need to do. Did you know that when you are under quite a bit of stress it takes you nearly twice as long to complete a project? Now, consider the fact that if you did not put yourself under that amount of stress. Would you be able to do more than you do now? It is a possibility. To find this level, use stress relief management.

What Is It?

Stress relief management is finding ways to add in relief from your stress into your everyday life. In other words, you can do things to help you to manage your stress better. We know that there is little chance that you will actually find relief from stress completely, but managing the stress you have in a better way can help the stress to not be as drastic and life threatening.

Here are some stress management tips that you can incorporate into your life now to provide yourself with a whole new outlook on life tomorrow:

· Find time to relax. While you may be too busy to do this, you must. Your body needs time to stop the worrying, to stop the running around and to find a way to soothe itself. It needs to rest and repair. Try to give yourself about four to six hours per week of just doing nothing.

· Stress relief management also plays into your schedule. Do you give yourself a schedule or do you pack in countless hours of work and get down whatever you can get down with? This is very hard to do and it always will hurt you. Purchase a day planner and use it to manage stress significantly.

· Purchase stress relief products and place them where you need them. For example, a stress relief ball is an ideal tool to have on hand always. It will allow you to work through your stress, making it much less and much more capable of being dealt with. Additionally, stress relief products provide soothing that your body needs to make it through the stressful situations. Take one to work, have one near anything that causes you stress.

These stress relief management solutions can help you to get back on track. Try to find time to do the things that you enjoy doing and focus on finding ways to minimize the stress that you face. Then and only then will you find an overall better life that allows you to accomplish more and feel better about yourself.

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Sex: Sex in the Car – A Guide For Maximum Pleasure

Sounds like something for teenagers, but actually having sex in an automobile may be your only chance for real privacy and satisfaction.

Unlike an inexperienced teenager however, this “expert’s guide” will give you some perfect foreplay and 3 winning positions in the back seat.
It can be rewarding at any age, and a welcome change from the bedroom. Variety is the spice of life, and this is a good variant.
If the moment has arrived, and you are both willing, move your front seats as far forward as they will go, and also make sure the “rake” (or incline of the back of the seat) is at its maximum forward as well.

Back Seat Foreplay

Don’t waste time in getting completely undressed, only from the waste down. The girl can remove her bra, and you can fondle her breasts quite well with the blouse or top in place.
Do not neglect to be as passionate as possible, kissing and fondling, until both of you are breathing heavy with desire.
The best foreplay is, of course, fetllatio and cunnilingus. For this, and in the car, the sixty-nice position, but from side to side is perfect.
Try to bring the woman to orgasm in this way, but if you are the man reading this, hold on. The best is yet to come.

The 3 Best Positions for Sex in the Car.
When the foreplay is over, go for these 3 positions, and if possible, all in this order, arriving to your orgasm(s) at the 3rd position.

•Facing the Music.

In this position, the man is on his back with his head only slightly resting against the rear of the seat back, and his legs stretched out as much as possible, but only slightly apart. The woman will mount him, with her legs astride his, and will be penetrated as she eases into position.
The man can help her rise and fall by holding her waist and buttocks. This position will stimulate both the clitoris and the G-Spot. Continue for as long as possible, then move on to the next position.

•Easy Rider.

Here the woman just turns around the other way from facing her partner, to them both looking in the same direction. The man again assists as much as possible in her rising and falling on him, and this position is a wonder for G-spot stimulation.
Let the woman rise and fall in a slow rythmic motion, and by this time, you may both be ready to finish. If you can, don’t and more to the third position.

•Easy Rider Crash Position.

While in the Easy Rider position, have the woman bend forward as much as possible, and follow her as she does so. You are in a modified doggy-style now, with the woman’s genital area fully exposed and it can be a very exciting and erotic view.
Now is the man’s turn to thrust, and he should do go with stronger and deeper thrusts than were done with the previous two positions. Climax and orgasm will now come quickly and profoundly.

Cooling Down – Continued Intimacy
Many men make the error to just quickly dress and get back to the front seat.
This is an error.
After your experience, try about 10 minutes of continued kissing and some quiet embracing.
Tell you partner how you feel about them and try to slowly, not quickly return to your normal routine. Ideally you have passed about 30 minutes in foreplay and 40 minutes in sexual union, so you are both a bit tired and resting together is a good idea to increase you togetherness and passion.
Try sex in a car and you will find its exciting and fun and will enhance your relationships even if you are not a teenager!

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Dating: How To Make A Woman Desire You More Sexually!

It's a known fact that men, on average, think of sex more often than women do. Why is that?
It's certainly not because sex is not important to a woman, or that sex doesn't feel as good to a woman as a man. With that in mind, why do we seem to be in a society where men feel they do not get enough sex from their mates?
Many men walk around in society feeling sexually deprived. Many of these men are in otherwise fulfilling relationships.
So the problem is men need to get their women to desire them sexually, more often. At least as often as needed to keep up with their sexual needs.

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Since women do think about sex quite often, and it's just as pleasurable for them as a man, there is certainly ways to accomplish that.
What men need to realize is that women are not as visual as men. In other words, women are not just stimulated sexually by an attractive man. On the other hand, all that a man needs to get sexually aroused, is to see an attractive woman with nice legs.
Women, on the other hand, require something in addition to visual stimulation to get to that point.

But what is that magical, additional component that pushes a woman over the edge to need sex?

What you're looking for is something to push your woman over the edge so that she needs to have a sexual release just as badly as you do.
In order to create extreme sexual desire in a woman so that she wants sex right now, it takes a different method than just visual stimulation.
The the only way that a woman is going to get to the point where she has to have a sexual release, is when, and if, she receives the right kind of stimulation through foreplay. What you need to realize is that foreplay begins in the morning when you wake up. When you're kind to a woman, and treat her with respect, and put her needs before yourself, the process of foreplay begins.

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I realize that some people are looking for a secret magic trick that will get women to desire them sexually, very quickly. Without going in to all of the details that other people have published concerning foreplay, there are some secrets to increase a woman's sexual desire that really work.
First of all, you have to introduce specific sexual acts that you are interested in to a woman, without being too conspicuous, or manipulating.

For instance, if you want to introduce oral sex into a conversation if you want your woman to desire to have oral sex with you, you have to put the subject of oral sex in her mind first. You don't do that by simply saying, honey, I'd like you to perform oral sex on me because I think about it a lot. Instead, engage in an intimate conversation with her about relationships. For instance, you could ask her, I hope that you don't feel I'm being too intrusive, but it's really important for me to know what you think is important regarding relationships. With that, I know that some people really enjoy oral sex and they consider it an important aspect of their sex life. With that in mind, I'd really be interested in you sharing with me how you feel about these kinds of things.
In other wrds, you won't blatantly come out and ask your woman to start thinking, and fantasizing, about having oral sex with you. Instead, you introduce a concept into her mind without being too intrusive. If she feels you're being too pushy, or violating her personal space, she's going to pull away from you.

You don't want that.

Instead, you want her to feel very close to you, and move closer to you as you speak more intimately with her. Ways to do this are simply by lowering your voice in speaking more softly. Perhaps you could take your woman out for a romantic evening and engage in an intimate conversation over a candlelight dinner. When you introduce sex into a conversation that's not intrusive, but makes you look more caring to her, you are introducing the thought of having sex with you automatically. The thought then is planted in her mind, and the stage is set.
From there, you could extend this conversation someplace else more private and begin to kiss your partner. Since the thought has already been introduced to her, she will definitely be thinking about sex. Whatever specific act you have in mind. The important point here is not to make her think that all you're after is fulfilling your own needs. What you need to do is make her feel more or less like the idea has spontaneously crossed her mind, or both of your minds, at the same time.

Silka Winsome is a fashion consultant, sexual researcher, author, and has modeled for many retail fashion outlets, including JC Penney.

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How to: Tips In Creating Publicity For Corporate Events

Organising corporate events can be exciting and interesting but simultaneously stressful and nerve-racking. This is especially true when corporate event managers are faced with a dilemma in balancing the need to create an enjoyable and beneficial event, and at the same time entrusted with the responsibility to create publicity for it.

Nevertheless, if the right approach is used, creating publicity for corporate events will become an easier task to manage. The following tips will provide you with an insight on some of the best practices used in creating publicity.

1. It’s always a good idea to work in a team, and delegate the task of creating publicity to a particular team member. This way, you won’t be caught up in the legwork, but rather be involved from an event manager perspective. Your responsibility then is to make decisions and guide others in getting things done for you.

2. Selecting the right person to delegate this task to is also an important factor in making your event a success. It is essential for this person to possess the necessary contacts with media companies, such as television stations and newspapers, way before the event kicks off.

3. Use short copywriting for direct mailers or newspaper advertisements. Good editing and good writing go hand-in-hand to create impact for your publicity pieces. Also, thick information packs are out of the question, unless specifically requested by the recipient.

4. Try not to use copywriting that may be a tad too creative or flowery. Your audience has no time trying to figure out your message, and it is best that you send them something direct and concise.

5. Although it may be common sense to include a contact number or an email address in your publicity pieces, you may be surprised that many corporate event organisers actually overlook this. Keep this in mind so that you can be contacted for further information.

6. No one wants to read outdated information. That is why your press releases should be kept as relevant and up to date as possible.

7. Always stick with the truth when you are answering questions from the media, or holding a press conference. Many corporate event managers tend to exaggerate and end up presenting an event that falls short of expectations.

Shane Williss has extensive experience in dealing with the media and creating the necessary publicity as an event manager of Chillisauce, a corporate event organising company within the UK.

Life: Tattoos History

There was always an important role in ritual and tradition for tattoos. Women in Borneo used to tattoo symbols on their forearm indicating their particular skill. If a woman was to wear a symbol showing she was a skilled weaver, her status was then considered as prime marriageable material. To ward away illness tattoos were place around the wrist and fingers. All throughout the history of tattoos, they have signified membership in a clan or society. Even groups today, like the Hells Angels, tattoo their group symbol. It has sometimes been believed that the wearer of an image that was tattooed calls the spirit of that particular image. If that belief holds true, the ferocity of a tiger would belong to a person with a tiger tattoo. That tradition seems holds true even today shown by the images of tigers, snakes and bird of prey tattoo on a person's body.

The word tattoo is said to come from the Tahitian word "tatu" which means "to mark something". Tattooing has arguably been claimed to have existed since 12,000 years BC.

Tattooing's purpose has varied from culture to culture and its place on the time line. The earliest tattoos can be found in Egypt during the time of the construction of the great pyramids (It probably started much earlier) but this is the earliest recorded history. After the Egyptians expanded their empire, the art of tattooing began to spread as well. The ancient civilizations of Crete, Greece, Persia and Arabia picked up tattooing and expanded the art form. Around 2000 BC tattooing was then spread to China. For communications among spies, the Greeks used tattooing. Certain marking identified the spies and showed their rank. The Romans used tattoos to mark their criminals and slaves. This tradition continues even today. In western Asia girls coming of age were tattooed to show social standing, as were the married women.

The Ainu people of western Asia were known to show the Japanese the art of tattooing. It Japan tattooing was developed to be used in a religious and ceremonial rites. The women of Borneo were the tattooists. They were the one to produce designs that showed indications of the owner's station in life and what tribe he belonged to. New Zealand developed a facial style of tattooing that is still used today. It is called Moko. There are even tribes found in Alaska that practiced tattooing. Their style indicated that it was learned from the Ainu. There is even evidence that the Incas, Mayans and Aztecs used tattooing on rituals.

William Dampher is the one who is responsible for re-introducing tattoos to the west. He was once a sailor and an explorer who traveled the South Seas. In 1691 he brought a heavily tattooed Polynesian named Prince Giolo to London. He was known as the Painted Prince. He would later put on exhibition, a money making attraction showing off his tattoos and became the rage of London. Before that it had been 600 years since tattoos had been seen in Europe. It would be another 100 years before tattoos would make it's mark in the West.

Chatham Square in New York City was the birthplace of the American style tattoo. At the turn of the century, Chatham Square was a seaport and an entertainment center that attracted working-class people with money. Samuel O'Reily came from Boston and set up shop there. Samuel O'Reily was the first one to patent the first electric tattooing machine. The machine was based on Edison's electric pen which punctured paper with a needle point. The basic design of this machine was with moving coils, a tube and a needle bar, are the components of today's tattoo gun. The electric tattoo machine allowed anyone to get a reasonably priced and readily available tattoo. As the average person could easily get a tattoo but it was the upper classes that turned away from it. He took on an apprentice named Charlie Wagner and when O'Reily died in 1908, Wagner opened a supply business with Lew Alberts. Lew Alberts had trained as a wallpaper designer. He then transferred those skills to the design of tattoos. He was noted for redesigning a portion of early tattoo flash art.

It wasn't until the late 1960s that the attitude towards tattooing changed. A lot of the credit should go to Lyle Tuttle. He then tattooed celebrities, particularly women. Television and magazines went to him to get information about tattooing. Tattooing has made a strong comeback. It is more popular than ever.
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Money: Is Credit Repair Possible?

There is all kinds of conflicting information available to those searching for credit help on the internet.
Most sites emphatically claim that your credit file can be repaired, even if that requires getting correctly reported negative items off of your credit report.
On the other hand, the FTC and credit bureau web sites all say that you cannot possibly have an accurate negative item removed from your credit file.
So who is right? The small web site operators or the government and credit bureaus? Do I really need to answer that?
If the government can convince you to live with bad credit you won't pester their buddies at the credit reporting agencies about getting rid of those entries. It cost them money every time you dispute anything.
The banks and other lenders also love a few bits of negative information so they can make you pay dearly for thier services.

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The credit reporting agencies also love a marginal credit file because they get to sell the same file to multiple lenders every time you try to buy anything on credit.
As you can see, the stake is large for the credit industry. If everybody in the country with bad credit decided to start repairing it today, the industry could be in trouble.
Most of the negative items would have to be removed because neither the bureaus or the furnishers of information are staffed to handle the disputes.
So even as the government and credit bureaus tell you that credit repair can't be done, check out some of the site on the web.
The claims are real. Credit reports can be fixed. I am living proof, and went from terrible and accurate credit reports to qualifying for a mortgage in less than a year with perfect credit files and a stack of credit cards.
Just be leary of all the promises you see on sites that have something to sell. The books are for the most part informative, but they cannot work miracles and any information you can get from a book is available for free if you look hard enough for it.
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Life: Build A Good Sexual Reputation

I became a big advocate of maintaining a solid sexual reputation after I ran into Amy, a friend of one of my ex-girlfriend's, at a gallery opening last year. She told me Giselle (my ex) only had nice things to say about me.
A few glasses of champagne later, Amy began hinting that it wasn't my cooking skills or music collection that Giselle had been talking up. As the night wore on, it became clear that this girl was hungry to see if I could live up to the hype. We started in the cab on the way back to her place and didn't stop until lunch the next day.
It was a top 10 romp with a gorgeous girl, and my ex indirectly did all the groundwork for me! It became clear to me that spreading the word of my bedroom prowess -- or more to the point, having others spread it for me -- was an untapped source of action.
The problem is that guys who brag about how good they are in bed usually aren't. Kudos to them for at least trying to boost their sexual rep; there are big rewards to be reaped if word gets out. But these guys are going about it all wrong. Be subtle, innovative and resourceful, and you could find yourself saddled with a reputation as a top-shelf lover. And trust me: There are way worse things to be known as.

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Project sexual confidence

Your confidence will speak for itself. That doesn't mean you should grind up against strange women at the bar, but the guy who clams up and blushes when the word "penis" crops up isn't going to come off very smooth.
You can project sexual savvy via certain cues. Women equate abilities on the dance floor with abilities in the sack, so learn some moves. Flailing about like a beached salmon will put the absolute kybosh on any chance of bedding the girl, so if you can't dance, suck it up and take some lessons. It's a fantastic investment, and you'll probably have a ton of fun taking them.
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Ditto for food: You can convey a certain sensuality in the way you approach eating; that is, with well-mannered relish and enthusiasm. Be adventurous and order food that involves slurping or the tactile experience of eating with your hands. She'll see how talented you are with your tongue and hands and she'll make the assumptions from there.
Finally, dress the part. The girl wearing the microskirt and lace shirt may be nice to look at, but she doesn't leave a lot to the imagination. The same goes for the dude in the wife beater and skin-tight jeans. Wear something stylish and comfortable, but be sure that it "accidentally" floats up while you're dancing and gives her a quick sneak peak at what you've got.

Word of mouth

The power of someone else's word cannot be overstated. Having another person brag about your prowess will do so much more to get you tail than the hottest dance moves ever could.
Ideally, you'll have a female friend creating the buzz about your sexual skills rather than a male friend. It'll be far more effective, as women know that we band together in these kinds of ventures. Your buddy -- his best intentions aside -- could end up squandering your chances.
In either case, the word of mouth needs to be delivered discreetly, and your presence as the motivation behind it needs to be invisible. Play it subtle; don't have your friend blurt out how well endowed you are, but have her casually mention to her friends how your ex won't stop badgering you to maintain a physical relationship.

Deliver the goods

The best route here is the natural one: Build your sexual reputation sincerely, and they will come. Take a look back through my articles for a quick refresher course on what you can do to make it more than just another roll in the hay. Make it memorable enough for her, and she'll pass on her experience to a few of her friends. And they tell five friends, who tell five friends, and so on...

Rock that rep

Soon enough, a fantastic web of ladies will know just how good you are at what you do. From there, it's up to you to reap what you sow. Happy reaping!

Sex: Female Libido Killers

There are loads of things that affect a woman's sex drive. Some factors are obvious, while others definitely are not. It can be very difficult to tell exactly what the problem is, so here is a collection of sneaky things -- from birth control to ecstasy -- that may be affecting her sex drive.

Common libido killers
The most common libido killers are stress, children, relationship problems, physical injuries or lack of physical ability, and illness. Libido is fairly fragile at times and relies on many different human aspects -- emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual -- to work in harmony.
1- Psychological hindrances
Confidence. Confidence issues and stress are both major hindrances to a healthy sex life. Bad self-image is the worst offender, with weight issues topping the list. These are the women who always want the lights out and won't fully undress in front of you. It can take a long time for a woman to get comfortable in her own skin, and the best thing you can do is reassure her that she is beautiful and desirable. Find the parts of her you love (her brain as well as her body), and remind her how great she is as often as you like.
Stress. Most people are a little stressed, but when it starts to affect your sex life, it becomes a problem. Stress relief is in order here, but how that is achieved is up to you and her. Take the bull by the horns, and provide a relaxing massage and a bit of pampering -- this will go a long way. Just watch out if she is stressed and tired because a great massage may put her to sleep!
Anxiety. If she is anxious, she won't be randy. Along with stress, feeling anxious about sex for whatever reason (perhaps childhood abuse, rape or other fears) is a tragedy not only for your sex life, but for her whole life. She needs to figure out and overcome her reasons for feeling anxious, and the best thing you can do is support her. It won't be easy, but with good communication, it can be handled and eventually resolved.
2- Physical health
Lack of physical exercise. Women who exercise regularly have higher sex drives, and more often than not, their periods are less painful and PMS is a lot less severe or even non-existent. In fact, if a woman does regular strenuous exercise (four times a week for about an hour), she is far less likely to suffer from hormone-induced problems. This happens because when the body is healthy, small chemical and hormone changes have the effect they're supposed to have -- preparing the body for pregnancy -- instead of causing major disturbances to chemicals in the brain and wreaking havoc on the body and mind.
It can be an extremely stupid thing to suggest to a woman that she exercise more, so by suggesting physical things you can do together (like going for jogs or rollerblading), you are improving your own sex life (and overall health and happiness).
Poor diet. Diet plays a major role in painful periods, and in overall happiness and well-being. Her diet can be stopping her from feeling her best, so taking a good look at what goes in will help to determine what her body dishes out. After all, we are what we eat. Again, suggesting that she stop eating crap food is going to land you in the dog house; instead, make these changes to your own eating habits so she doesn't feel she is being picked on. Let her learn by your example. Swap the chips for a salad, the coke for water, and both your energy levels will rise as a result. More energy for life means more energy for sex.
Toxic overload. If we don't help our bodies clear out toxins, they will build up and give us zits, odors and low energy levels. Helping our bodies get rid of the toxins will make us feel better quite easily and quickly. Smoking, pollution, lack of exercise, bad diet, and being overweight all make us feel less stellar than we should, and these factors also kill our sex drives. Ways to rid our bodies of toxins are drinking plenty of water and antioxidants like green tea, as well as getting exercise.
PMS. PMS can affect her in the week or days before her period. All women have premenstrual changes, but some have what is clearly defined as a serious problem. You probably know of women who suffer from PMS: They are the women you refer to as The B*tch or Psycho. Their behavior is irrational, illogical, emotional, and fraught with tension and anxiety. One minute they may seem perfectly fine, and the next, they are raging maniacs -- crying, yelling, and irritable.
This may be a bad time for trying to have sex, and saying something like "Have you got your period?" will go down like a lead balloon. In saying this, sometimes increased premenstrual aggression means sex is especially vigorous and primal. Women are extra sensitive during this time because of high estrogen levels. The best way to deal with this is to avoid arguing back, and if you want to help fix the problem, encourage her to do some exercise and other stress-relieving activities (and yes, sex is one of these, but do try others).






3- Birth control
Oral contraceptive pill. The OCP is a small pill that controls the body's hormones artificially to prevent pregnancy. The good news: The freedom gained from the pill is an aphrodisiac; knowing she won't get pregnant is liberating and definitely encouraging for both of you. The bad news: The pill is dangerous for a woman's libido. Her hormones are levelled completely, which rules out the sexual peak at ovulation (most birth control pills force the body to skip ovulation) and just before her period. It affects the body by increasing the levels of something called SHBG (sex hormone-binding globulin), which attaches itself to testosterone in her bloodstream, rendering it useless.
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Testosterone is responsible for much of a woman's sex drive, so the loss of her already low levels is bad news. This can be a trade off, because we all love raw sex. Going off the pill may not be the best idea, so get her to ask her doctor for an alternative type of birth control.
Depo-Provera injection. This injection is a high dose of artificial progesterone. This tricks the body into thinking it is already pregnant, but progesterone inhibits the production of estrogen, which is essential for the health of her reproductive system and, therefore, essential to her sex drive. The lack of estrogen can cause a problem called atrophic vaginitis, which can make sex painful and cause serious and uncomfortable problems with the urinary tract, vagina and vulva.
This form of birth control has been linked with mental health issues, weight gain, and vaginal problems that hinder sex by making it painful and uncomfortable. Aside from those symptoms, it decreases sex drive considerably in most women, which is obviously not good for you.
Implanon implants. Similar to Depo-Provera, this implant is a slow release of progesterone that can last in the body up to three years. It is not currently available in the U.S., but there are plans for its introduction.
The good news: Her sex drive may hit the roof (or the floor), taking you with it. If it works for her, it is a good (and sex-a-plenty) alternative to the pill. The bad news: This matchstick-sized implant can wreak havoc with her body, resulting in a very high sex drive, but almost black-widow-like behavior (she'll hunt you down, screw you, then eat you alive). The side effects -- moodiness, obsessive behaviour, acne, and depression -- can be very destructive. It also causes swelling of the brain. Every woman experiences different changes in libido, both positive and negative, while using this form of birth control.

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4- Prescription drugs
Antidepressants. Some antidepressants can increase libido in women, while others reduce it significantly (such as Prozac). There are some that have had fewer reported sexual side effects, so if one antidepressant doesn't work well, there are other options. Overall, antidepressants help encourage sex because she will be feeling better about things and have more energy, but orgasm can often be delayed or not happen at all. In this case, good communication is essential because a chemistry problem can turn into a psychological problem very quickly. If you have to kiss and play around while she gets better, then so be it; pressure to have sex is also a libido killer.
Blood pressure drugs. Most blood pressure drugs kill a woman's sex drive, so other drugs may be prescribed to counter this. The doctor may try a few different types of blood pressure drugs to find one that won't affect her sex drive. The reason for the high blood pressure needs to be addressed so she can get back to full health, and easy ways to help this are encouraging exercise and good diet, and doing fun, stress-free activities.
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Sedatives. Medications like Xanax, Diazepam and Valium are known to lower women's sex drive and their ability to be aroused. Occasionally, this may result in an inability to reach orgasm, which can be a terrifying and stressful experience. Most sedatives do exactly that -- sedate the body and mind. Energy levels and normal brain-body functions are impaired significantly, leaving women feeling more like lobotomized zombies than sex goddesses. It is hard to help things like this, when the doctor seems to be in charge and the reasons for being on sedatives are unique. Keeping the body as toxin-free as possible is always a good idea, so exercise, water and doing fun things will help her regain her health and well-being.
Other prescription drugs. Antihistamines can affect lubrication and cause drowsiness. Antipsychotic, anti-seizure, anti-cancer, and non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs can all affect libido in a negative way.
5- Recreational drugs Ecstasy. This drug is great for making out and her sex drive is likely to go through the roof when she's on it since her body is in the best mood ever, and everything feels great. The negative effects of ecstasy use are the after-effects of low serotonin -- depression of normal body functions while the body realigns itself chemically and physically. Ecstasy is an aphrodisiac, but regular use is bad news.
Marijuana. Smoking pot has a depressant effect on the body; therefore, this drug is a libido killer. It also dries the vagina (and mouth) up, which is not helpful. If you want to have sex, don't get her stoned.
Amphetamines (speed, crystal meth). Amphetamines are known to cause sexual dysfunction in both men and women. While speeding, sex is likely to be far from her (and your) mind, but talking a lot will not be.
Opiates (heroin, cocaine). Opiates are linked with the inability to orgasm and low sexual desire. Men may find they cannot get an erection, and women can have problems with moisture. Most people who use heroin say that sex is very low on the list of important things to do. Cocaine can be good for confidence, and sometimes increase sensations, but overall, it is a slack aphrodisiac.
6- Illnesses and disorders
Thyroid. Problems with the thyroid directly affect hormones, which in turn cause chaos with a woman's sex drive. It is one of the most undiagnosed problems with low sex drive because it is not really talked about as a symptom.
Adrenal glands. The adrenal glands are responsible for producing some of the testosterone in women, so when this gland is not performing at its peak, the amount of testosterone (the sex hormone) is lowered. This means she'll experience less desire to have sex at any time. This gland is what maintains a woman's sex drive after menopause (when the ovaries, which are responsible for the rest of the testosterone, cease to function).
Hysterectomy. The removal of the uterus (and sometimes the fallopian tubes and ovaries) affects women differently. In studies, half the women experienced an improvement in their sex lives, while 21% saw a decrease in desire and enjoyment. This shows that it could go either way. Depending on the circumstances of the hysterectomy, there will be many other factors influencing her sexuality and well-being. Because of the low levels of testosterone, she may end up with other problems, like thyroid deficiency, low energy levels and moodiness.
If there are problems (which is likely), getting testosterone injections, creams or pills may help. Artificial hormones cause problems of their own, but may be helpful in combating low sex drive. Boosting the adrenals will also help, as they produce testosterone too.

Long live the libido
Defining the problem is the first step in discovering why we're not getting laid as much as we should be. Whether it's an overuse of McDonald's or ecstasy, everything we put inside us affects our bodies, and therefore, our sex drives. If you can find the real problem, you can fix it.
A word of caution: Approach things you think would benefit from a change with tact and sensitivity. You don't want to be booted out onto the sidewalk with teeth marks on your neck.

Health: Risks Of Over-Masturbation

One common trait I've noticed in all the readers' questions I've received is that men are most concerned about their manhood. In addition to receiving questions like "How can I last longer?" and "Do I have erectile dysfunction?", I have also been asked this time and time again: "I like to masturbate very frequently -- is this unhealthy?"
So, in response to the latter question, I will deviate from my usual question-and-answer format this week to address your concerns on the pressing and often-overlooked topic of over-masturbation.
I know the term may be confusing for you since you're so used to being reassured that masturbation is a "normal, healthy part of life," but, as with all good things, there is such a thing as too much. Also, I don't want to present myself as anti-masturbation, because that is far from the truth. So, let's establish that over-masturbation is the term used to refer to extreme or excessive masturbation, nearing the level of compulsion.

How much masturbation is too much?
I'm not talking about men who go at it a few times a week; I'm addressing the men who admittedly pleasure themselves numerous times a day, every day.
Masturbation is as healthy and normal as you've been led to believe, but as with other behaviors, when over-practiced or done in an excessive, compulsive manner, it can lead to both psychological and physiological imbalances in your body.
It has been recommended that men try to keep their ejaculation frequency down to just a few times per week; however, those with healthy sex lives who engage in intercourse (and thus ejaculate) on almost a daily basis might argue this advice to be preposterous. Nevertheless, I'm just citing the studies.

I masturbate all the time -- what's going to happen to me?

What happens if I masturbate too frequently?
Excessive masturbation can stimulate acetylcholine/parasympathetic nervous functions. This immoderate amount of stimulation can result in an over-production of sex hormones and neurotransmitters like acetylcholine, dopamine and serotonin, causing a considerable change in body chemistry.

The side effects of these changes in body chemistry can manifest themselves as:

• Fatigue
• Hair loss
• Memory loss
• Blurred vision
• Groin/testicular pain

Because over-masturbation distresses liver and nervous system functions, it can also lead to sexual exhaustion (even in younger males). This can include the appearance of impotence or erectile dysfunction in males way before the average age of onset.
Seminal leakage, otherwise described as the emission of sperm from the penis without an erection, is another common problem associated with extreme masturbation. This is a sign that the nerve keeping the ejaculation valve shut is weakening because of excessive use and over-stimulation.
To add to the associated physical problems, in extreme cases, your compulsion with masturbation may get in the way of your work and family life the same way any other addiction (like alcohol or gambling) would.

How can I stop over-masturbating?
Obviously, the first step is to cut down on the amount of times you masturbate in a given day. However, I realize that this piece of advice is easier said than done.
If you're having trouble going at this cold turkey, you might want to try putting on a brave face and attending a local Sex Addicts Anonymous meeting. You'll get to meet people who have the same problem or even more complicated issues than you. You can listen to their stories and hopefully pick up a few techniques to help yourself.
If the group setting embarrasses you, try talking to a sex therapist. There's no need to be shy; they deal with issues like this all the time and it's the surest way to help your body and mind recuperate.

While the old wives' tale about getting hairy palms if you masturbate may not be true, there are still serious health consequences to masturbating excessively. Don't fret about your occasional one-man romp; start to worry if it becomes an obsessive part of your life.

Life: Real Men Keep Their Word

A man, without his word, is nothing. You've no doubt heard this expression in a variety of ways and permutations (that's the word of the day boys, look it up), but you probably never gave it any thought. Well you should if you give a damn about being anything in this life.
Keeping your word in my world is a given (unless you want to be sleeping with the fishes). We quickly learn not to say we will deliver on something we know we can't, whether it's promising to pay someone back, keeping a secret secret , or saying we'll do a favor we won't follow through on.
But this isn't unique to my world. In the business world and in your personal life, the same rules apply. In the corporate world, you should never be in a situation where you've let someone down because you should never promise anything in the first place. It's a business, not a freaking charity.

Don't mince words
If you are like me, you hate those cafones who wiggle around a question that puts them on the spot. Let's call them wigglers. You know the type of guy I'm talking about: you ask him something and he'll say, "I don't know, maybe, I'll find out, we'll see." The only thing this guy is going to see is my fist. It's either yes or no.
The same principle follows when you make a promise. When you say, "I promise" or "you have my word," it's a done deal. Period. You do as promised. That's it, that's all.
Only a stupid man would give his word or promise something he knows he can't deliver. The dumb wiggler who puts himself in this situation eventually has to lie and BS his way out of his promise to save face, but it's too late. In the eyes of the person he let down, his word means nothing now. It's like respect and trust; it takes a lifetime to get and it takes only one stupid move to lose it.

Story time
There was this clown in my neighborhood, Antoni, who thought he was a hotshot because he had a couple of scores that netted him some good cash. He had no talent though, just luck.
So he comes to see me one day, and says this and that, throws out these huge numbers on how he can make my business more profitable because he has so and so connections. I listen and tell him to get the ball rolling. Beyond that, I don't waste a blink thinking about what he promised. It's up to Johnny Lucky over here to prove he can deliver. So months go by and this finocchio never speaks to me again. His luck had run out and all his connections "fell" into the East River. Not that I'm waiting for his call anyway, but he can't even face me to tell me that he was all talk, and no action. He may have had good intentions, but he got ahead of himself, and in the end he lost my respect. His word is useless to me now. A year later, this babbo has the testicoli to come see me again wanting to do business with me, promising I'd be making a lot of money with him. Right. Needless to say, I made sure he'd think twice before coming to see me ever again.

Antoni made three mistakes...

His mistakes
So what was Antoni's downfall in his relationship with me? Three mistakes. First, he got ahead of himself and started saying things he shouldn't have. Second, he showed me no respect by not apologizing to me, and acting a year later like I had the memory of my nonna Maria. Third, he promised me he would make me money and he didn't deliver. He shouldn't have said anything to me. He should have acted on his own, gotten some kind of solid confirmation of this new "business venture," and then approached me. That way, he wouldn't have disappointed me. This is something most of you do, day in, day out. You promise things you can't follow through on. You throw around "I give you my word" like it was a cheap whore. Learn from Antoni; keep your mouth shut unless you know your promise is solid.

Your word is gold
Here are a few more tips to remember:

Give your word when you mean it
Like I said before, when you promise something, the other person must assume it's a done deal. Your word should be like currency. It's money in the bank for someone who is counting on it. That being said, you shouldn't dole it out over everything and anything, or it will lose its value. Because your word is like currency, you must give it only when the occasion is important enough to call for it. The person you are promising something to must be able to recognize that your promise has value . You don't give money out to every Tony, Dino and Nick do you? Why do the same with your word?

Admit when you can't do it
When you are faced with a situation where you are asked for something (whether it's a favor, a contact, doing some job), and you know you can't deliver, admit it. Tell them you don't believe in false promises. It's simple. Don't wiggle or skirt the issue. If, in the end, you can make good on whatever was asked of you, it will only make you look better in the eyes of the other person.

Fulfill your promise 100%
The first time you are asked for an important favor in which you must give your word, make sure you give it your 100% effort. First impressions count. I learn a lot from a man after I ask him for a favor. If he keeps his promise fully and completely without any hint of an excuse or hesitation, he has gained my respect. He set the tone properly from day one. So make sure you have the story straight on that first favor. You don't want to be calling back whoever you've made a promise to with questions two days later.

Never go back on your word
Even if you've been screwed over more times than a one-legged prostitute, you should never back down from your word. I don't care if you don't trust your own shadow. If you are in a situation where you have promised something, you do it. Period.

If you ask, assume it's done
Don't go busting chops on someone who promised you something either. Unless you have reason to doubt the person, when a person gives you his word, assume it's a done deal. If it isn't, you deal with it later. Hopefully, you have some background on this guy. You should know better than to ask a favor from a guy who is shadier than an oak tree.

A promise is a promise
There is no such thing as different degrees of promise. Either you do or you don't. This counts for the little things too. Either you are going to your friend's baby's baptism or you are not. You are either going to be there at 10pm or you are not. Either you are going to give a guy a promotion or you are not. Capisce ?

Keep your rep intact
Keeping your word can save your reputation and even your life. If you are the type of guy whose word is truly golden, your reputation will reflect that. People will come to respect and trust you. There may be a day where you have to call up that ace. The day you owe someone money, or you screwed up, you might have to call upon your golden word to "promise to fix the problem." If your word has the value of used tissue, you are a dead man. If your word is respected, you might be allowed to fix whatever mess you've gotten yourself into. It's especially in situations like these that you should never break your promise.

Just remember who tends to break the most promises: politicians. What does that tell you? That's enough for today.

Gambling: Play Poker & Win

Whether you are a poker afficionado, or you just like taking money from your in-laws when they visit during the holidays, we all like to win when playing poker. In order to make sure you leave with a fatter wallet, understanding the tricks of the trade are compulsory.

Before the game
When you have an important meeting with the big boss, it's always a good idea to prepare yourself before you get there. If this habit leaks into your poker playing, then you're on your way to winning. Get psyched up.
Luck does not exist. The more you concentrate on being lucky or unlucky, wishing for luck, or cursing bad luck, the more mental energy is exasperated away from the game, putting you in a mental hole. (this tip is useful throughout the game, not just before you sit down.)

Getting started
If your goal is to win, then you're in for the long haul. When you just join a game, your cards don't matter. Take the long view, and get a line on your opponents. To really win you need information, so fold as often as need be in the beginning to read your opponents. Look for betting tendencies, composure and habits to get a feel for whom you're playing against. Use their vices to your advantage and crack the game wide open.
Getting a feel for your opponent involves studying where their awareness lies. If they never believe that someone is bluffing, then they probably don't do a lot of it themselves. Also, what your opponent believes you are going to do is probably the same thing he would in your situation, so take note of that.

Not going anywhere
Control is an asset all good players have. They can play as long as they like without going broke. Practice patience very early in the game so that you play longer than it takes for you to down the drink by your side.
Patience is definitely a virtue when it comes to playing poker. When you join a game, you are faced with eight potentially new opponents; they have only one. So when you dive in head first and attempt to guess the playing habits of all eight, you probably won't come up for air. You have to realize that they have only one newcomer to worry about. Be observant, absorb and learn. You can pick up on some of your opponents' tendencies by throwing away a few hands. Remember, you want to win, not win fast.

Mixing it up
Your opponents can't figure out your strategy if you don't have one. Mix things up a little. Don't always use the same game plan, especially if you play home games with the same players. If your opponents think you are clueless, they get reckless.

The chips are down, and with these tips, you're sure to win...

Decisions, decisions
Every hand is a new hand, which means every decision should be a new one too. Don't become a creature of habit. Base all betting and card actions on the facts at hand. Concentrating on the present will counter falling victim to repetition.

Look at me
Be "Da Man": If you're active, energetic and animated, then you become the center of attention. The more people pay attention to you, the less time they put into their game, and that is when mistakes are made. If someone else happens to be making all the noise, don't fall for it. Sit back and wait until you can use it against him, and quiet the noise.
Always be polite to he who makes a stupid move. If someone is lucky enough to beat you when he makes a mistake, be polite and encourage his play. This will make him feel like he knew what he was doing and in turn, it's likely that he'll to do it again.

Your own worst enemy
Don't feel embarrassed or shy to slide back a limit, or return to your favorite game if you know you can win. When things aren't going your way, take control. After all, it is your money, win or lose. Seek those games that can make you some money and build up your strength and confidence.

When you got it, you got it
Don't get too greedy. When you have a monster hand, play it. Don't wait to try and increase the pot, and give the opportunity for a weaker hand to catch up. Inversely, don't convince yourself that you're invincible and bluff with a fairly weak hand. Certainty is the key, so bet it when you got it.
Practice makes perfect
I know I sound like your father when you were learning how to ride a bike, but if you want to master these tricks, you must practice. Whether you force your wife into a game after the dishes are done, or play some video poker on the Net, just practice. Use the video machines, the Internet, or poker software to improve your game. The more looks you have, the more experience you get in dealing with them.

There is something you should remember when playing poker. Whether for money or sport, poker should be fun, and there is a hell of a lot more fun in winning! Nobody likes to lose, and now you've been pointed in the right direction.