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Please add updates@feedmyinbox.com to your address book to make sure you receive these messages in the future. BuzzBuzz Why Grand Theft Auto 4 Is The Biggest Video Game Of 2008 April 8, 2009 at 6:14 am Chris Marshall asked: Grand Theft Auto 4 is set to be released next week and game analysts are suggesting that it is not only the biggest release of the year but also the game that could really push on the sales of the next generation consoles. Unless the game is a disappointment which with all the buzz and early information seems unlikely it could potentially be the one of the biggest next generation games yet easily. Rarely before have stores stopped taking pre-orders as early as two weeks ago because they had fully allocated all of their stock. The Grand Theft Auto series has always been popular and also very controversial. The first game encountered all kinds of problems with the BBFC and all the games since have also suffered from problems with getting a rating for the game. The games however are always stylish and usually good fun. Rockstar have released Grand Theft Auto 1 and 2 for free on the website linked below so users can relieve the original Grand Theft Auto experience before diving into the new GTA (if you can get a copy). Grand Theft Auto as a series has sold 70million copies of the game since 1997 which places it in the top 5 selling video games of all time. This means that the publicity may not be as intense as some of the newer Wii products because Rockstar know that this game will sell and gain hype just via the name alone. The game has been set back various times and information was scarce about the latest installment for a while but now videos and trailers can be seen everywhere and it is save to say that early reviews are suggesting this game will be massive and by far the best installment yet with it being the first one to feature online facilities. Some of the best features have been the voice acting such as Ray Liotta and Samuel L Jackson and whilst details are still scarce about the acting it is known that comedian Ricky Gervais will play a part in the game at a comedian in one of the clubs your character can visit. This time round you don’t play a 70s character or Hood Gangsta but a middle eastern character in once again Liberty City. It has certainly created a lot of buzz for Rockstar and got video game fans excited and we shall see next week if the hype is justified. The game is released next week and we shall have a full review once it is out. Powered by HI-RanK Promotion Effective Time Management at Work April 7, 2009 at 11:17 pm Alan Orr asked: Effective Time Management at Work Most people will tell you that they are expected to get more done each day at work than they can. Employers want top performance and they also want high production levels. That can be hard to do though with continuous interruptions. We all know there are various aspects of any job that require more time than we had anticipated allocating to them. Time management at work is important no matter what it is that you do for a living. If you aren't getting the most out of the time you have, then you may be coming in early, working through lunch, staying late, or taking work home with you. That can become very stressful and it can also result in you becoming burned out. One of the problems with time management at work is that you can't always do things your own way. There may be certain procedures that you have to follow.  However, your boss isn't going to sit down with you each day and tell you what has to be accomplished. Effective time management at work requires you to be able to prioritize things. Those individuals that climb the corporate ladder are confident in their leadership skills. You can be sure that they know all about effective time management as well. One of the key ways in which you can get organized at work is to write everything done. You need to pay close attention to deadlines so you don't miss them. Start on big projects early so you aren't in a time crunch as that deadline approaches. Time management at work is easy when you can glance at your calendar and see what commitments you already have. You may discover you simply have too much on our plate to take care of as well. You should create three lists:  DO NOW, DO LATER and PERHAPS NEVER.  The DO NOW list is where you should put tasks that are due in the next week.   This is your short term list.  It is the list that you should work with day to day.  The DO LATER list is where you put tasks that are due in the next couple of months.  This is your "holding" list.  Put on this list the things that you know need to get done but don't necessarily need to get done straight away. The PERHAPS NEVER list is the list for all those items that are buzzing around your head but that you'll probably never do.  Put them onto this list, just in case you get time. You should review your lists once a week at the same time.  The first time when you set the lists up you'll probably find it'll take a while to get them going.  Each subsequent review, however, will be much shorter. At the review you should take some items from the DO LATER list and add them to DO NOW.  You should also clean up the DO NOW list deleting all the done items.  Finally you should take some time to add new tasks to the three lists. This is a short version of a much fuller system.  If you'd like to find out more, then visit my web site www.time-management-huddle.com which has a fuller description and some free planning tools. Powered by HI-RanK Promotion Frugal Health - How to Spend Less and Feel Great Doing it April 7, 2009 at 6:43 pm divne asked: Let's face it – these days most of us are having trouble making ends meet, and caring for our health is the last thing on our minds, at least until we get sick. With the cost of modern medical care rising to levels that make it nearly out of reach of the average person, getting healthy and staying that way appears to be an unattainable goal. Believe it or not there are ways that you can take care of yourself, stay healthy and not break the bank in the process. These days it is easy and inexpensive to learn simple ways to improve your overall health and well being. One of the best options I've found is The Center for Healing Arts. The films made by this healing arts company offer the opportunity to learn more about a variety of holistic practices directly from renowned experts via full-length DVD sessions that are sent to you every other month for a very reasonable subscription fee. Learning is easy because you can review each DVD session at your own pace in the privacy and comfort of your own home. Watch What You Eat We all know that we should watch what we eat, but how many of us actually put that into practice? The truth is that it is much easier to stop by the drive-through window on the way home from a long day at work than to cook a meal and then clean up afterwards. One relatively painless way of alleviating the desire for the speed of fast food is to set aside two to three hours each week on a day off and prepare several healthy meals in advance. By freezing them in individual portions, preparing a hot and hearty meal after a long day will only take the time required to stick it in the microwave. When you cook your own meals you're getting a delicious and wholesome meal that is healthier than factory freezer food. Move Your Body Exercise can be another story entirely, especially with today's hectic schedules. Increasing your exercise can be as simple as taking the stairs at work or as involved as joining your local gym or workout center, it all depends on you. Why not get out in the morning before you take off for work and enjoy a brisk walk for a few minutes in the fresh air? It will help to get your body energized and clear your head, putting you in a great state of mind to start your day. No need to visit the gym and run on the treadmill for hours or do endless sit-ups- It is more important you find a way to increase your overall activity level that works for you. If you do not like any particular activity you are in all likelihood not going to stick to it. Consistency is the key! Make Personal Time Taking time for you is just as important to good health as diet and exercise. Set aside at least thirty minutes every day for personal time. Whether you choose to read a book, work a crossword puzzle, meditate or simply take a nap, the important part is that you are doing something for yourself and you don't feel obligated to anyone's needs during that specified time but your own. You know you deserve it and a little time spent away from your hectic schedule can work wonders for your overall well-being. Learning for Less You have no doubt heard the buzz in recent years about alternative medicine, the healing arts or holism. There are quite a few choices out there for those who want to learn more. The best option for me was an inexpensive subscription to the DVDs offered by The Center for Healing Arts. It was the most cost-effective way for me to learn the most by spending the least. Of course I have read what I could find online, and that is excellent for certain types of information but when it comes to healing we need to see and hear the people who are offering it. The Center's DVDs are taught by people who know what they are talking about because their healing tradition is an integral part of their lives. Learning is important, but making sure you are learning accurate, practical and insightful healing practices is even more important though I still like to get a good deal. Powered by HI-RanK Promotion Olympic Results : Everything You NEED to Know April 7, 2009 at 5:57 pm S Millson asked: The 2008 Beijing Olympics are right around the corner. With all the buzz around the Olympic games, the big question remains where can you find up-to-the-date Olympic results? If you’re an avid sports fan like myself, you don’t want to miss one moment of the action that is about to happen in Beijing. The Beijing National Stadium, which was recently nicknamed the Birds Nest because of its structure is the center piece of the Olympic games. The stadium has a seating capacity of 80,000 people and will be the site of the opening ceremonies, soccer finals, many athletic events, and finally the closing ceremonies. The Chinese have completely renovated and expanded its subway system in preparation for the Olympic games. It’s been reported that eighty new stations were created, one with a direct link to the Beijing International Airport. As of June 2007, there had been over 2.2 million tickets sold for the upcoming Summer Olympics. The reason why you are going to want to see the most up-to-the-date Olympic results is the amount of events that are being returned to Beijing. The program setup for Beijing 2008 is very similar to the Athens games that happened in 04. Olympic enthusiasts will see a total of 302 events. 165 men’s events, 127 women’s events, and a total of 10 mixed events. The buzz is definitely being held around the nine brand new events that are being held including cycling that closely resembles BMX. There are tons of new and old sports that are bringing back a lot of excitement to the Olympics. The 2008 Olympic games will be the very first games in history to be completely produced and broadcasted in HDTV (high definition television). The estimated amount of viewers currently is over four billion during the duration of the games. As the Olympic games comes close to the opening ceremonies there has been serious concerns over the amount of air pollution in China. The BOCOG (Beijing Organizing Committee) has said that many of China’s factories will cease production in an effort to lower the amount of air pollution and smog that occurs during the outdoor events, such as running. If you’re considering traveling to Beijing, you’ll definitely want to do your research on Beijing air pollution, Beijing Airport, and Beijing massacre. While China is a very technologically and economically friendly country, there have been concerns over closed media access and even possible pro-Tibet protestors or terroristic groups. With all the drama, excitement, and fear over the 2008 Beijing Olympics you’ll want to keep in close contact with various websites and television channels that will show the latest Beijing Olympic results. We recommend having a couple of good sources and contacts in China that can keep you updated as to what is happening with the Olympic Games in Beijing. I wish all the athletes a very safe and exciting 2008 Olympics! May all the sports enthusiasts, athletes, volunteers, workers, and viewers have a safe and enjoyable summer games! Powered by HI-RanK Promotion   This email was sent to bobonicplague@gmail.com.  Create Your Account Don't want to receive this feed any longer? Unsubscribe here.