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Q&A: Ontario's privacy commissioner took your questions on law enforcement and online p... - 0 views

  • Ontario's privacy commissioner took your questions on law enforcement and online privacy
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      You, like me, may find less than reassuring the Ontario Privacy Commissioner's answers re your online privacy in this interesting interview.
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    You, like me, may find less than reassuring the Ontario Privacy Commissioner's answers re your online privacy in this interesting interview.
Gary Patton

Gary's Spiritual Gift Mission - Bible Gateway - 0 views

  • Philippians 1:9-11
    • Gary Patton
       
      Teaching is a "Spiritual Gift" of Gary F. Patton according to Brother's and Sisters who know him well. Gary's spirit resonates with their discernment. The positive and regular Feedback Gary receives from his co-learners seems to confirm the Gift's presence in Gary also. Philippians 1:9-11, especially the highlighted portions below, prayerfully guide Gary's Ministry in whatever learning environment he serves within the Body of Christ ...online or otherwise. 2012-02-17
  • your love may abound still more and more in (B)real knowledge and all discernment
  • approve the things that are excellent
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  • be sincere and blameless
  • filled with the (E)fruit of righteousness
  • to the glory and praise of God
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    Teaching is a "Spiritual Gift" of Gary F. Patton according to Brother's and Sisters who know him well. Gary's spirit resonates with this discernment. The positive and regular Feedback Gary receives from his co-learners seems to confirm it as well. Philippians 1:9-11, especially the highlighted portions below, prayerfully guide Gary's Ministry in whatever learning environment he serves within the Body of Christ ...online or otherwise. 2012-02-17
Gary Patton

How to Have Consumate Peace - Bible Gateway - 0 views

  • Philippians 4:4-9
  • whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things
  • Rejoice in the Lord always
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  • Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
  •  Do not be anxious about anything,(C) but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God.
  • And the peace of God,(E) which transcends all understanding,(F) will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
Gary Patton

Christians, Muslims & Jews: God Saves Us Only By His Grace ...NOT Our Good Works - Bib... - 0 views

  • Ephesians 2:8-10
  • not by works
  • For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works
    • Gary Patton
       
      Yeshua (Jesus) Followers work hard for God! But, they do so moment to moment only after Holy Spirit draws them into relationship with Jesus and they choose to follow Him. They do their "good works" to glorify God out of thankful love for the salvation that He already has given them because of His loving grace and mercy (unmerited favour). And they do this only as he lives his life out through them as Jesus said in John 15:5 at http://diigo.com/0jvfh . Good works done otherwise i.e., in "the flesh" (pre-salvation habitual leanings), have NO value.
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  • we are God’s handiwork,(F) created(G) in Christ Jesus to do good works,(H) which God prepared in advance for us to do.
  • by grace
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    Ephesians 2:8-10 Almighty God clarifies His saving promise to us who believe in Him and what He has already done for us through Jesus' sacrifice on our behalf because of His great love for all men and women ...no matter what they've done. gfp (2012-02-04)
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Does SMART Goal Setting Really Work? - 0 views

  • Does SMART Goal Setting Work? (1)
    • Gary Patton
       
      This is a helpful Blog series on the generic SMART Goal Setting approach. gfp (2012-02-18)
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    This is a helpful Blog serieson the generic SMART Goal Setting approach.
Gary Patton

Honoring Men: A Manifesto for Conscious Women - 0 views

  • Honoring Men: A Manifesto for Conscious Women
    • Gary Patton
       
      An interesting article on male/female relationship issues. 2011-06-28
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    An interesting article on male/female relationship issues by Mary Allen & John Cole.
Gary Patton

The latest LinkedIn Statistics - 0 views

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    As of June 30, 2011, these are "the data" regarding L-I's spread worlwide "straight from the horses mouth"!
Gary Patton

The Antidote to Dis-Stress - Bible Gateway - 0 views

  • John 14:26-28
  • But the (A)Helper, the Holy Spirit, (B)whom the Father will send in My name
  • Peace I leave with you; My peace I give to you; not as the world gives do I give to you. (F)Do not let your heart be troubled, nor let it be fearful.
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    Peace can has been defined many ways. In John 14:27, Yeshua (Jesus) states clearly that, ultimately, peace is a Person, God Himself living in each Jesus Follower. gfp (2012 -02-16)
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The Green Superstate - what the left-leaning, progressive, global warming activists rea... - 0 views

  • In other words, are the Greens looking after the dolphins, or are the dolphins looking after the Greens?
  • Green is the natural world view of what sociologists call the ‘New Class’.
  • it is a disproportionately powerful class; it is also an ambitious class and frustrated class.’
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  • Oliver (being left wing) decided to edit President Eisenhower’s original sentence, to remove an equally dire warning about the growing influence of the ‘scientific-administrative complex’.
  • the influence of the military-industrial complex has been exaggerated, compared to the scientific-administrative complex, which represents ‘an intermingling of government, science and the university, unprecedented in American history.’
  • ‘The growth of [public] research and development funds, particularly after 1956 has multiplied the claimants of funds for science.  Universities have become active political entities in the search for money. Scientists and engineers have started hundreds of profit and non-profit companies to do research and evaluation.
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      And the biggest disgrace in this "big grab" by the "Scientific-Administrative Complex" is the so-called "War on Cancer" which has bilked billions from a public terrified by the "C Word". All the so-called "experts" knew the natural cure for cancer over 40 years ago when the Scientific-Administartive Complex launched, with the help of bumbling government bureaucrats, "The War on Cancer". Billions of raised, charity dollars later, we have a bigger problem with cancer and more people dying horrible deaths than ever. Meanwhile "researchers", "all wellness societies' management", and three different "physician specialities" are making huge salaries . The Scientific-Administrative Complex will NEVER find a pill or a treatment cure for cancer ...never mind the fact that only God "cures"... because you can't cure a lifestyle or genetic problem with a pill or a treatment. And we all know that the majority of cancers result from lifestyle issues. gfp
  • a bureaucracy inevitably tends to develop and articulate its own vested interests. 
  • Galbraith says, ‘the educational and scientific estate is becoming a decisive instrument of political power.’   And he reminds us that this New Class, ‘owes its modern expansion and eminence to the requirements of the planning system.’
  • And if no problem can be found, then there must be the threat of a problem – they call it the precautionary principle. 
  • Just as nature abhors a vacuum, every unregulated activity taunts them. 
  • ‘Modern, liberal secular society is based on the revolutionary premise that there is no superior, authoritative information available about the good life or the true nature of human happiness, that this information is implicit only in individual preferences, and that therefore the individual has to be free to develop and express these preferences.
  • “new class” is not easily defined but may be vaguely described.  It consists of a goodly proportion of those college-educated people whose skills and vocations proliferate in a “post-industrial” societ
  • scientists, teachers and educational administrators, journalists and others in the communication industries, psychologists, social workers, those lawyers and doctors who make their career in the expanding public sector, city planners, the staffs of larger foundations, the upper levels of government bureaucracy and so on
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    The so called "Climate Crisis" is a green-washing application of "The Precautionary Principle" by the new "Scientific-Administrative Complex" in this author's opinion. And they're one scary group with more clout even than the Military-Industrial Complex". It matters not one jot if it's getting cooler or warmer. There must be a problem, the problem must be industrial capitalism (ie, freedom), and the solution must be more State control ...of course. gfp (2011-11-30)
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    The so called "Climate Crisis" is a green-washing application of "The Precautionary Principle" by the new "Scientific-Administrative Complex" in this author's opinion. And they're one scary group with more clout even than the Military-Industrial Complex". gfp
Gary Patton

Contentment With Power - Bible Gateway - 0 views

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    Philippians 4: 11-13 makes clear that a Jesus Follower can "put up with" anything ...because of the power-source that lives within us. Please note that Paul confirms that he was "content with" not "content in" his circumstances. A Jesus Follower should never be "under the circumstances" in Christ! A great companion for this passage is Holy Spirit's similar promise in 1 Corinthians 10:13 where the Greek also means "trial" as well as "temptation". gfp(2012-02-25) Striving to better oneself is NOT unBiblical and is encourages in many places provided we do it in Christ (John 15:5).
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Jesus' Stress Management Program - Bible Gateway - 0 views

  • John 16:30-35
  • in Me you may have peace. (H)In the world you have tribulation, but (I)take courage; (J)I have overcome the world.”
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    In John 16:33 in context, Jesus outlines his dis-stress management commitment to each of His Followers. gfp (2012-02-16)
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Top Spelling Blunders Part IV - 0 views

  • Top Spelling Blunders Part IV
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      Here's part IV of a helpful set of articles on the top spelling blunders in article and blog writing. clicking the link at the end of this article. gfp (2012-02-10)
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    Here's part IV of a helpful set of articles on the top spelling blunders in article and blog writing. clicking the link at the end of this article. gfp (2012-02-10) Yo can work your way backwards through the series by
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Work/Life Balance Is A Myth | Fast Company - 0 views

  • Work/Life Balance Is A Myth
  • When I ask busy executives to describe a satisfying life, they often envision a scenario in which they work hard but dictate their own assignments.
  • What they really need is control. But, frequently, what they think they want is balance-
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  • That myth compels many of us to view an ideal life as a set of perfectly level scales.
  • In reality, that perfect balance almost never occurs, except for those rare, fleeting moments when the trays pass each other on the way up or down--and we’re too frazzled to appreciate that brief moment of self-actualization anyway.
  • There’s always a lot of chatter in the media about the latest trends in work-life balance.
  • I’ve noticed a couple trends of my own
  • when it comes to work-life balance, we often adopt a victim mind-set.
  • Second, we want to believe there’s a quick fix that we’re somehow overlooking
  • Doing what that guy in the photo was doing is impossible for more than a few minutes at a time.
  • don’t say if no if you don’t have any leverage
  • In practice, however, what I’ve seen is that people often invest that free time in doing more work.
  • Their identity is rooted in work, and that’s where they want to be. Outside of work, in the complex dance of family and community responsibilities, they lose their autonomy. Their professional expertise doesn’t mean much.
  • We need better ways to manage work-life boundaries, understanding that we are subject to phases, often dictated by events out of our control, in which our work lives and personal lives ebb and flow in their demands.
  • Shore up the home front
  • f you feel overworked to the point that you complain about it constantly
  • Say “no” strategically
  • Quit complaining
  • Take control instead
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    Here's how you can defeat the myth of work-life balance!
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Generation Y: The New Kind of Workforce - 0 views

  • Generation Y: The New Kind of Workforce
    • Gary Patton
       
      If you're just entering the work force or applying for a new job, don't make the terrible mistake of 64% of college students who ask about their prospective empoyer's social media usage policies in the middle of their job interviews. Approximately 24% also foolishly say it would be a key factor in accepting the offer. If you want to use social media when you're supposed to be working, unless you're being hired to make business posts for you're empoyer, set up your own company because the business world is NOT going to accomodate your preferences on their dime!
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Generation Y: The New Kind of Workforce - 0 views

  • Fifty percent of world population is under 30 years old.
  • They are digital natives
  • It seems that money isn’t one of the primary motivators for this generation.
    • Gary Patton
       
      Given the context of immutable human nature, I'm NOT buying this one. But, I'll stand to be corrected as more Gen Ys grow to maturity and more responsibilities in our cruel, hard world of student loans in the context of family commitments.
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  • Generation Y: The New Kind of Workforce
    • Gary Patton
       
      If you're just entering the work force or applying for a new job, don't make the terrible mistake of 64% of college students who ask about their prospective empoyer's social media usage policies in the middle of their job interviews. Approximately 24% also foolishly say it would be a key factor in accepting the offer. If you want to use social media when you're supposed to be working, unless you're being hired to make business posts for you're empoyer, set up your own company because the business world is NOT going to accomodate your preferences on their dime!
  • Cisco recently published its Connected World Report, the results of which are quite shocking.
  • Out of 2,800 college students and young professionals under the age of 30 and hailing from 14 countries, approximately one in three said he/she would prioritize social media freedom, device flexibility and work mobility over salary in accepting a job offer.
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      Please note, I'm using red to highligt these statements because of the total lack of wisdom in these behaviours, in my opinion! And I'm the first to admit that I'm an ole guy! But, 45 years of business and industry experince as a consultant has got to warn you ...a little, at least, that I may be correct. gfp
  • 64% of college students asks about social media usage policies during job interviews
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      If you want to use social media when you're supposed to be working, unless you're being hired to make business posts for you're empoyer, set up your own company because the business world is NOT going to accomodate your preferences on their dime!
  • approximately 24% says it would be a key factor in accepting the offer.
    • Gary Patton
       
      This is an incredible comment on the lack of wisdom and the sense of entitlement that too many parents of GenY's have inculcated in them, in my opinion. In 2012's and future difficult job markets where few will have the kinds of fulltime jobs prior generations had, this is unbelievably unwise.
  • A Generation Y and Facebook study done by Millennial Branding and Identified shows that Gen-Yers are using their personal networks and profiles as an extension of their professional personality. Even though they are using Facebook to mostly socialize with family and friends, they are inadvertently blending the two.
    • Gary Patton
       
      And when you're asked to prove the value-added you are bringing to your organization by this currently ozymoronic blend, you'll be OK ONLY have you have solid, verifiable proof that you're adding value. Otherwise, you'll probably be fired! The market's full of others who will do it the way most CEOs still want it done ...without attitude or compalining. You can change your organization's culture when you are rewarded, for your value-adding in the way your boss wants it done, by being promoted to senior management. In the meantime: "Do it their way!" ...not Frank Sinatra's recommended "my way"!
  • They are job hopping multiple times in their careers.
    • Gary Patton
       
      What's the big deal here! It's only members of GenAncient and too many empoyeees in bureaucracies and unions who stayed with one or two organizations thoughout their working life. I started work after University in 1966 and have changed career directions about 10 times even after setting up my own company in 1984 ...when many GenY's weren't even born!
  • If large corporations want to remain competitive, they need to aggressively recruit Gen-Y workers
    • Gary Patton
       
      And if GenYs are S-M-A-R-T, they'll resist any allures to get into big business. Set up your own company and retain a measure of freedom. "Rich Dad" in Robert Kiyosaki's "Rich Dad; Poor Dad" wass right on with his advice to students now and in the forseeable future. And if you don't know what that advice was, your in trouble in the 21st Century economy that I foresee.
  • These studies show that if companies want to retain young talent, they need to display trust in their young workforce and allow Gen-Yers to operate entrepreneurially within the corporation by giving them control over their time and activities.
    • Gary Patton
       
      While I agree this is accurate for many young people who control their attitude and sense of entitlement, most senior managements don't buy this and they currently run the business world. So get over it for now if you want a job-job! Your best route however is: "Set up your own shop ASAP ..or get with the program!!" ~ gfp '42™
  • social network usage is more of a lifestyle to young employees than a distraction.
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      And every boss that reads this line is saying: "So what?"
Gary Patton

SOME ASSEMBLY REQUIRED: Don't Just Be Social - Be Relevant - 0 views

    • Gary Patton
       
      Sharing value is crucial in today's world when so much is FREE!
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Health Benefits of Raw & Fermented Foods | Food Renegade - 0 views

  • Health Benefits of Raw & Fermented Foods
    • Gary Patton
       
      Here's what 'raw' and 'live' food really means and why it's so important!
Gary Patton

Five Tips for Creating PowerPoint Slides that WON'T Bore Your Audience | Teacher Leader... - 0 views

  • Let's be honest: Audiences in today's hyper-connected, always on world have seriously fractured attention spans, y'all.  That means jamming 37 bullets and 3 key ideas on each slide is essentially pointless.  Instead, focus on finding one killer quote to capture the imagination of your audience.
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    "Let's be honest: Audiences in today's hyper-connected, always on world have seriously fractured attention spans. That means jamming 37 bullets and 3 key ideas on each slide is essentially pointless. Instead, focus on finding one killer quote to capture the imagination of your audience."
Gary Patton

Bullying: The New Way to do Business on the Web - 0 views

  • Bullying: The New Way to do Business on the Web
    • Gary Patton
       
      Only one of Amazon's "bullying tactics" is outlined in this article. You can discover others on an updated basis at http://www.growmap.com/amazon-walmart/ gfp (2012-02-07)
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    Only one of Amazon's "bullying tactics" is outlined in the article. You can discover more at
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