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Four Non-Obvious Things Pink Floyd Can Teach Your Team

A book review of “Comfortably Numb: The Inside Story of Pink Floyd” by Mark Blake

- written by Esther Schindler at CIO Magazine.

Esther considers the lessons that Pink Floyd can teach about collaboration, team-building and management skills. Traditional notions in these areas may not be the most effective route to success.

Yes Men are non-contributors to success.

… “as a successful businessman once told me, ‘When two partners agree all the time, one of them is unnecessary.’”

Personality Fit and Cultural Fit are not that important and may reduce creativity and innovation.

… “to be a business success, “personality fit” isn’t always a requirement—though obviously it sure helps. The ability to get the job done is what matters. Barrett was let go only after he made it clear he could no longer contribute to the team’s success.

Creative Teams Use Limitations and Frustrations to Greater Creative Purpose

The difference between effective teams where people don’t necessarily get along and those that fall apart—or at least this team—is how the individuals turn their experiences (past and present) into the creative work.

Expect Creative People To Push Themselves and Others—Sometimes Too Hard

Creative people aren’t always compassionate in demanding the best of others.

Four Non-Obvious Things Pink Floyd Can Teach Your Team

Study: Driving While Texting as Dangerous as DUI | News10.net | Sacramento, California | News
A new study finds the practice of DWT — driving while texting — is a growing danger on the nation’s roads.

According to a new survey conducted by Nationwide Mutual Insurance, one in five drivers admitted to texting while behind the wheel. A second survey on FindLaw.com, a legal website, found nearly half of drivers age 18 to 24 admitted to sending text messages, instant messages or e-mail messages while driving.

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Vote TechSmart Arizona Legislative District 30

Download the Arizona Technology Council 2008 Vote TechSmart Guide

Arizona Legislative District 30

State Senate:
Jonathan Paton (R) is a current Representative in D-30 and is running for the Senate. He scored a 100% on the tech report card by voting for the entire tech agenda in 2008. He is a friend of technology and will continue his support as a Senator.
House of Representatives:
Frank Antenori (R) works in the field of aerospace. If elected he would like to make Arizona a more business friendly state by reducing taxes and investing in R&D.
Sharon Collins (R) works for the Arizona Department of Education. She believes in tax credits to attract business, and understands the need for education in order to compete in a global economy.
Doug Sposito (R) is a small business owner and general contractor. He believes we need a venture capital system in Arizona, and that a highly educated workforce in engineering and science will help attract technology companies to the Valley.

Arizona Technology Council

2008 VOTE TECHSMART - If you care about the Technology Related Voting Record of the Arizona State Senators and Legislators in your Legislative District, Download the Guide and read these endorsements.

Vote TechSmart is a resource produced by the Arizona Technology Council to give our members a better understanding of the Arizona legislative candidates who are running for political office in the 2008 Arizona election.
The report includes incumbents’ past voting records on technology issues and the results of both a survey and/or interviews of both incumbent and non-incumbent candidates. We hope this information is useful as you make your choices on Election Day.

Vote TechSmart Arizona Legislative District 29

Download the Arizona Technology Council 2008 Vote TechSmart Guide

Arizona Legislative District 29

State Senate:
Linda Lopez (D) is a current Representative in D-29 and is running unopposed for the Senate. She has been supportive of R&D tax credits, Science Foundation Arizona and e-learning initiatives.
House of Representatives:
Pat Kilburn (R) works in the arena of defense. He believes we need more math and science requirements and that broadband is essential to a technology state.
Daniel Patterson (D) is an ecologist. He wants to diversify the Arizona economy, improve public education and invest in solar energy.

Arizona Technology Council

2008 VOTE TECHSMART - If you care about the Technology Related Voting Record of the Arizona State Senators and Legislators in your Legislative District, Download the Guide and read these endorsements.

Vote TechSmart is a resource produced by the Arizona Technology Council to give our members a better understanding of the Arizona legislative candidates who are running for political office in the 2008 Arizona election.
The report includes incumbents’ past voting records on technology issues and the results of both a survey and/or interviews of both incumbent and non-incumbent candidates. We hope this information is useful as you make your choices on Election Day.

Sweet Corn Tomalito

5 tablespoons margarine, softened
1/4 cup Masa Harina
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup water
2 cups corn kernels, fresh or frozen, thawed, divided
1/2 cup cornmeal
1 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon milk

In a small mixing bowl, mix the margarine, masa and sugar using an electric mixer until light and fluffy, about 1 minute.
In a blender container, blend half the corn kernels with the water until smooth. Combine this mixture with the margarine mixture, stirring well. Add the remaining corn kernels, corn meal, baking powder, salt and milk and mix well. Pour the corn mixture into an 8-inch square baking pan. Tightly cover with plastic wrap and steam by setting atop a medium saucepan of water on top of the stove. Bring water to a boil and steam corn mixture for 50 minutes to one hour (check to see whether you might need to add more water), until a wooden pick inserted in the center comes out clean. Tomalito should have a smooth, moist texture.

NOTE: The pan must be tightly wrapped at all times.
Makes 12 to 16 servings.

Vote TechSmart Arizona Legislative District 28

Download the Arizona Technology Council 2008 Vote TechSmart Guide

Arizona Legislative District 28

State Senate:
Paula Aboud (D) is the current Senator in D-28. She supported e-learning and the job training program in the 2007-08 legislative sessions.
House of Representatives:
David Bradley (D) is a current Representative in D-28. He supported the majority of our agenda by voting for R&D, job training, Science Foundation Arizona and e-learning.
Steve Farley (D) is a current Representative in D-28. He supported e-learning, Science Foundation Arizona and the job training program.

Arizona Technology Council

2008 VOTE TECHSMART - If you care about the Technology Related Voting Record of the Arizona State Senators and Legislators in your Legislative District, Download the Guide and read these endorsements.

Vote TechSmart is a resource produced by the Arizona Technology Council to give our members a better understanding of the Arizona legislative candidates who are running for political office in the 2008 Arizona election.
The report includes incumbents’ past voting records on technology issues and the results of both a survey and/or interviews of both incumbent and non-incumbent candidates. We hope this information is useful as you make your choices on Election Day.

Benno’s Cajun Catfish
Source: Benno’s, West Allis, Wisconsin

1/2 cup butter, melted
Cajun seasoning to taste
7 (9 ounce) catfish fillets

Brush bottom of broiler pan with some of the melted butter. Sprinkle Cajun seasoning moderately over butter. Place fish fillets into the seasoned pan.
With a sharp knife, make 4 to 5 cuts in each fillet; the cuts should be 1/2 to 1 inch. Brush fillets with more butter. Place under broiler and broil 8-10 minutes or until almost done. Add more Cajun seasoning to fish in broiler then broil another 3-5 minutes or until fillets flake easily with fork and start to brown on top.
Makes 7 servings

Sesame-Soy Vinaigrette

1/4 cup tamari soy sauce
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon honey
1/2 cup light sesame oil
Salt and pepper to taste

In bowl or jar, mix soy sauce, vinegar, mustard, honey, oil. Add salt, pepper.
Serve with Asian greens, meat or poultry, or as desired.

Vote TechSmart Arizona Legislative District 27

Download the Arizona Technology Council 2008 Vote TechSmart Guide

Arizona Legislative District 27

State Senate:
No endorsement made.
House of Representatives:
Olivia Cajero Bedford (D) is a current Representative in D-27. She supported the entire 2007 legislative agenda: supporting R&D tax credits, Science Foundation Arizona and e-learning.
Phil Lopes (D) is a current Representative in D-27. He supported Science Foundation Arizona, e-learning and the job training program. He received a “B” on our report card.

Arizona Technology Council

2008 VOTE TECHSMART - If you care about the Technology Related Voting Record of the Arizona State Senators and Legislators in your Legislative District, Download the Guide and read these endorsements.

Vote TechSmart is a resource produced by the Arizona Technology Council to give our members a better understanding of the Arizona legislative candidates who are running for political office in the 2008 Arizona election.
The report includes incumbents’ past voting records on technology issues and the results of both a survey and/or interviews of both incumbent and non-incumbent candidates. We hope this information is useful as you make your choices on Election Day.

Bible Verses

When I am afraid, I will trust in you.In God whose words I praise.

Psalms 56:3,4

Reflection:

God is our source of security here on earth.

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