...pretence of depositing money. They both sat at the reception area where one of them gave monies to the other who in turn walked to the teller point. They exchanged some few words then he walked towards the UT Life Rep. He asked to open an account for his father but upon giving the requirement he decided to go and bring the father himself. He walked out of the banking hall leaving the other gentleman seated at the reception. At that point the man seated at the banking hall was interrogated by the security lady if he needed assistance but he confirmed that he came in with someone who is buying tiles across the street. After a few minutes he walked out of the bank and came in again with the one who said he wanted to open account for his father. He sat again at the reception area whiles the other man walked to the UT Life Rep., he came back walked out of the bank and never returned. The other gentleman sat there for about 30minutes and was questioned again by the security lady but then he insisted he was waiting for his partner. I came back from lunch and realized the man has spent close to an hour then we asked him again who exactly he was waiting for, he then told us that the gentle he came in with said he was a staff and of UT. He went on to say that the supposed staff of UT met him around Barclays Bank and said he can change his money thus five thousand eight hundred and twenty Ghana cedis (GHS 5820) into dollars. He walked him straight to the bank collected the money from him...
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...The Lunar Light Ritual By: Simon G Will the shadows devour me tonight? Or will fate hang another grain of fear upon my brow? The thoughts engrossed in my mind as I swam my way through the endless sea of night. A calm breeze circulated about the Gods Wood, bringing with it the serenity of mid-autumn night. It stirred up the fallen ashen leaves, and they performed their nightly ritual – a dainty waltz of shadows, oscillating to the rhythmic chants of the wind, who recited indiscernibly archaic spells from the deep. The ancient Heart Trees sang along in the wind with speech too ancient to be fathomed, empowered by the primal force entombed within the Earth. Shadows in the shapes of man and demon don in robes of night danced to the rhythm. More leaves, thousands of them, began to assemble from all over, forming a storm of greens that swirled about a single point in the clearing where I stood, watching the spectacle, like a prophecy sent as a forewarning of an ill omen that came too late. Just then, I felt a sharp swing in the temperature of the air. The incantation starts to upsurge and intensify. The melody accompanying the faint recitation began to transpose upwards, higher and higher, with no sign of stopping. The tension and urgency of the mantra increased dramatically. What astonishing feat of necromancy are they performing that they should require so much dark magical power to ensure its success? I wondered. One of the ancient Heart Trees paused in the midst of...
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...Ladies and Gentlemen Project Paper Shantrice Scott Strayer University Dr. Hunsucker HUM111 November 24, 2014 Many students set goals with the hope that their achievements may help them be accepted into their chosen college. Unfortunately, they often put too much emphasis on one area and do not take part in a wide range of activities. Bewildered college applicants often say, "I've had a perfect average since I started junior high. How could they reject me?" What they do not realize is that schools are interested in more than just intellectual achievements. Others find themselves saying, "I am the best baseball player in my school. Why did I get rejected?" This also proves that college acceptance is not based on an athletic single area of activity, whether academic, musical, or Statement of Purpose. (Allen 1996) I firmly believe that it is important to be well-rounded, taking part in both challenging and interesting activities instead of just focusing on athletics or academics. I understand that proving oneself to be an outstanding athlete requires much skill development and hours of practice, and this is true for demonstrating intellectual ability, too. But a truly capable person balances many activities. Taking part in school, athletics, music, community service, extra-curricular activities, academic clubs, social clubs, hobbies and spending time with friends and family are the qualities that describe a truly well-rounded person. Sometimes students' ideas about...
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...1 Akpos: I want us to be in a relationship. Jumoke: Its okay but under one condition Akpos: Which one? Jumoke: No s*x coz am preserving it for my future hubby. Akpos: Thats okay, I also have my condition jumoke: Which one? Akpos: No using of my money coz am preserving it for my future wife... 2 Which of the following is Nigeria's greatest disappointment? (A) Super Eagles (B) PHCN(NEPA) (C) MTN (D) Nigeria Police Force (E) Our Leaders 3. Okon : I saw a strap of yOur bra Teacher : Okon qet out! No class fOr yOu fOr a week (Another Boy Lauqhs) Teacher : Why did yOu Laugh? Boy : I saw both straps of yOur bra. Teacher : Get out! No class fOr yOu fOr 1 mOnth. (Teacher bends down to pick chalk's Akpos started walking out) Teacher : Akpos, why are yOu gOing out? Akpos : With what I just saw now, I think my schOOl days are Over! 3 What shall it profit a man if he slaps Usain Bolt and runs away?? 4. Akpors got a message from his girl friend on his birthday ''Message Reads ''HBD Boo....LLNP, LYSM TTYL'' Akpors provoked and called her phone ''Kate what is the meaning of HBD LLNP and Those rubbish.... Kate replied Haaa Akpors don't tell me you are this dumb.....and local Oh My Gooosh,you don't...
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...Our Independent Pune escorts are one of its kinds There are immeasurable services addresses lists, service provider websites and free of charge classifieds. Sorry to say the possessors of several of these websites have not taken in the least liability for the content. There are many, if not thousands of want ads shows potential factual authentic beautiful girls, all while using phony girls of across Indian models. There are reckless agencies make believing to be personal, there are so many older classified girls asserting to be younger. There are lure and toggle schedules, and then there are many other girls who are straightforward with their advertising – but do not offer a good quality service as independent Pune escorts provides. We are very much concern about quality escort services in Pune The turn of phrase ‘client’ is used pretty often to explain a client, and we can recognize why. Agency ads can be fairly intimidating to a new needy gentleman. He must aim to decide which of these beauties are real, who he can hand over his assets and his time. A skilled girl or gentleman may be capable to mark a bogus advertisement a mile away, but for the new desired client it is far extra challenging. Regrettably now and then they have to go from beginning to end a terrible experience, and be taught the tough method. One of the causes that the several forums and analysis websites were formed was for gentlemen to inform each other about such...
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...point was about the term “ladies and gentlemen.” It would be easy to think of upper class women in flashy dresses and extravagant hats and men in tailcoats and top hats when talking about ladies and gentlemen. However, one of my goals when using the terms is to make their definitions much more than mere appearance, if appearance at all. This modernization of the terms helps bring the definition into the current century and throw away the traditional and very close-minded definition. It is for this reason that I believe being a lady or gentleman is based on personality, how a person treats others, I speak for most people who use the term “ladies and gentlemen” in reference to a person’s conduct, not a person’s class, social standing, race, sexuality. Some, when faced with the terms “ladies and gentlemen,” will immediately assume the worst by using the outdated definitions. Some will also dig for reasons to label those who use “ladies and gentlemen”. In labeling us this way, these people do not facilitate any sort of progress for the terms or for any sort of unity for women, or men, ladies or gentleman. We live where we ought to not judge people by the color of their skin, their class, gender, or sexuality, with all of this, there are still groups who refuse to take off their blinders. Ladies and Gentleman, now there is a saying that has been with us for a long time, but what does it really mean and where did it come from? Let’s start with the ladies as we all have been known...
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...Lady Gaga BSAD 685: Services Marketing Byron Emerson 06/09/2012 Summary: Lady Gaga, an artist that was finally getting a break and beginning to make a name for herself in this hectic, vicious shark tank Americans call the music industry, had a very tough decision to make for her upcoming tour. Her singles, visuals and social responsibility were major drivers to her building success and she was becoming very marketable as far as image goes. The public accepted her amazing voice, talented dancing, and loved how active she was in communities around the world. It attracted the idea to co-headline a tour with one of the most influential and pioneering sound and figure in urban music. The best of both worlds would tour the world and sell out venues. It was a perfect match because both were monster names, well-known in fashion, complete opposites, but complemented one another in such an artistic way. Kanye West has been known for his public outbursts and arrogance towards the media/paparazzi when his life spiraled with the sudden death of his mother, Donda West. Even though it was a half-decade ago, Kanye was also still repairing his image for his outburst on MTV in 2005. West, stood along-side with Mike Myers in a relief campaign on national television and uttered “George W. Bush doesn’t care about Black people.” This was in response that the then President and federal relief team reacted to Hurricane Katrina in a form that didn’t seem efficient. Fast forward to the 2009...
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...Rachel Smith J 209 August 2nd, 2011 Final Paper Lady Gaga: A Growing Media Franchise There are many up and coming singers in the U.S. today striving to set themselves apart from others in order to be recognized in the music industry. Five years ago, this was the case for Stefani Germonotta, a young singer trying to separate herself from all the other singers searching for recognition. Stefani, now known to the world as Lady Gaga, was able to not only gain recognition in the music industry for her singing and song writing, but also learned that she needed to create an image that would completely set herself apart from other pop singers. Now known for her outrageous fashion, daring lyrics, and unpredictable performances, Lady Gaga has gone to extremes to sell herself as a music and media icon. Luckily for her and everyone involved in the brand that is “Lady Gaga,” going to extremes has certainly paid off. There are many individuals and companies that help make up the brand that is “Lady Gaga.” Individually, people that must be considered are the song writers and music producers that create the songs for the albums. Lady Gaga herself actually co-writes many of the songs that end up on her albums. Others include her primary producer RedOne, as well as her one-time boyfriend Rob Fusari who co-wrote some of her early hit singles such as “Paparazzi” (CD jackets, billboard.com). One other crucial individual is the A&R representative, also known as artists and repertoire...
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...Lady Gaga Case 1) As Troy Carter the option I would pursue for Lady Gaga is the first one which is of continuing with the arena tour. It does not make any financial sense to cancel the show completely given the fact that they have already incurred sunk cost of $4 million in developing the Fame Kills Tour with Kanye West and this amount cannot be recovered. So the third option is out of the picture. In any business, those who take risks can reap great rewards than those who are afraid to do so. Therefore it’s better to build upon the already laid foundation and proceed with the tours than cancelling because of fear of incurring more loses. The other option is to go for a smaller theater tour. Usually in the music industry upcoming artist do not attract large crowds and that is why they team up with established or well known artist in doing big arena tours. This is a marketing tool which is used to expose them and as a result they gain experience and a huge fan base. Therefore this option seem alright given the fact that Lady Gaga was still an upcoming artist and the cost of reworking the tour was going to be $6 million less than using the big venue. However, looking at the economic side of this second option, as Troy I would think otherwise. This is because doing a small venue tour means a reduction of seats and ticket prices which negatively lowers revenues and eventually affects profitability especially if expenses incurred exceed revenues gained. As a result the artist...
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...Issues: -Why has she experienced sustained success over the past two decades? - What might threaten the sustainability of her success? Madonnas competitors: lady gaga, nicki minaj, kylie minogue, Britney spears, beyonce Her success can be broken down into three strategic business units; music, films and children's books. Madonna has always known which audience she is targeting. Her initial style was targeted at young 'wannabe' girls. This was given credibility by Macy's store producing a Madonna look-alike clothing range. A year later Madonna changed her image which allowed her to develop the current market as well as penetrate new areas. (Ansoff's Matrix) This time she was targeting a more grown up audience. Madonna's strategy is based on differentiation. She is more than just a singer, she is an image. Her product is better than her competitors. It stands out above the rest as superior. This strategy of differentiation is pursued by courting controversy but staying marketable enough. This was demonstrated in the 1989 video 'Like a Prayer' where, as a red-dressed 'sinner', she kissed a black saint. At this time Madonna struck a deal with Time-Warner that created her record company Maverick worth £33m. This allowed her to take full control of her image. The success of the differentiation approach is likely to be dependent on two key factors;> Identifying and understanding the strategic customer> Identifying Key competitors Madonna cleverly, marketed herself...
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...Dance in 2008, Lady Gaga has become a globally recognized superstar and pop culture icon. Unlike many artists, she has taken control of creating her brand from the beginning. Her passion for her music has shown through in several of her number one hits like Just Dance, Poker Face, and LoveGame. Gaga is not only a talented musical performer, but also a powerful marketing influence over her brand. For such an upcoming music mogul as Lady Gaga, canceling or even downsizing her tour are not viable options. Taking the financial and *** risk will be exactly what Gaga needs to further expand her brand, and truly become a household name. Demonstrated in Exhibit 1, live music revenues have been steadily increasing over the past 10 years, whereas recorded music revenues have been declining. Live music concerts have become an extremely important source of revenue for artists, especially since illegal digital music distribution is becoming more and more prevalent. Many music labels have become focused on building an artist into a brand, rather than focusing simply on record sales. By 2009, annual revenues from touring exceeded $4billion dollars in the U.S. and record companies such as Streamline Records have begun creating 360 Deals in order to take advantage of the market share. By creating more than one outlet for an artist their brand will grow. By taking advantage of such an extensive tour, Gaga will be able to make the most profit. Other options include Lady Gaga has created...
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...normal or decent looking shoppers were keeping a good amount of distance, more than usual. Also, the shoppers that had children with them, they were pulling their children towards them in a noticeable way while staring at us. As I walked into the store, being extremely nervous because I was the first one to do this project; completely nervous, not knowing what was to come before me, there were four sales associates. One of the associates stood by the door and greeted each customer as they walked in. When I walked in that girl greeted me but not the same way that she greeted the other customers. Her greeting them was a lot sincerer compared to the way she greeted me. Everyone seemed to be staring at me but when I glanced back at them they would look away to not catch my attention, so they would not help me out, in hopes that I would leave. Finally, after a good few minutes of walking around I went up to one of the sales associates and approached her. I asked the brunette lady if she could assist me with finding an evening gown to wear for an upcoming wedding that I had. The lady took a good look at...
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...The Lady of Shalott The Lady of Shalott is cursed to stay in her tower, weaving the sights she sees in her mirror. The appearance of Lancelot prompts her to turn and look directly upon the world. She leaves the tower and, as she floats down to Camelot in a boat, dies. What does Tennyson make you feel about the Lady in his poem The Lady of Shalott? Support your ideas with details from the poem. What does Tennyson make you feel about Lancelot in The Lady of Shalott ? Refer to details in the poem in your answer. How far does Tennyson make you feel sympathy for the lady in The Lady of Shalott ? Support your answer with details from the poem. In what ways does Tennyson capture your interest in his poem, The Lady of Shalott? Support your answer with details from the poem. How does Tennyson make The Lady of Shalott such a memorable poem for you? Support your answer with details from the poem. How does Tennyson’s writing make the story so intriguing for you in either The Lady of Shalott or Mariana? Support your ideas with details from your chosen poem. How does Tennyson make the setting so vivid in The Lady of Shalott ? Support your answer with details from Tennyson’s writing. PART I On either side the river lie Long fields of barley and of rye, That clothe the wold and meet the sky; And thro’ the field the road runs by To many-tower’d Camelot; And up and down the people go, Gazing where the lilies blow Round an island there below...
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...self-doubt—the prediction that he will be king brings him joy, but it also creates inner turmoil. These three attributes—bravery, ambition, and self-doubt—struggle for mastery of Macbeth throughout the play. Shakespeare uses Macbeth to show the terrible effects that ambition and guilt can have on a man who lacks strength of character. We may classify Macbeth as irrevocably evil, but his weak character separates him from Shakespeare’s great villains—Iago in Othello, Richard III in Richard III, Edmund in King Lear—who are all strong enough to conquer guilt and self-doubt. Macbeth, great warrior though he is, is ill equipped for the psychic consequences of crime. Before he kills Duncan, Macbeth is plagued by worry and almost aborts the crime. It takes Lady Macbeth’s steely sense of purpose to push him into the deed. After the murder, however, her powerful personality begins to disintegrate, leaving Macbeth increasingly alone. He fluctuates between fits of fevered action, in which he plots a series of murders to secure his throne, and moments of terrible guilt (as when Banquo’s ghost appears) and absolute pessimism (after his wife’s death, when he seems to succumb to despair). These fluctuations reflect the tragic tension within Macbeth: he is at once too ambitious to allow his conscience to stop him from murdering his way to the top and too conscientious to be happy with himself as a murderer. As things fall apart for him at the end of the play, he seems almost relieved—with the English army...
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...The Love Song of J. Alfred Prufrock T.S. Eliot's "The Love song of J. Alfred Prufrock" is a poem which enters the consciousness of its title character, whose feelings, thoughts and emotions resemble a man experiencing a mid-life crisis. Throughout the poem, Prufrock questions himself. He does so not after a performed action, nor during, but nearly before. He deeply considers everything he does, so that the consequences of his actions may not attract the attention of a society he sees lurking behind him. The poem revolves around how he feels inadequate, how his hesitancy results in inaction which he then tries to rationalize. "Prufrock" is a weakened, severely fragmented personality, one paralyzed by possibility, with virtually no capacity for effective action (McNamara 358). The mood of this poem crosses the line between world and consciousness. The first three lines "Let us go then, you and I,/ when the evening is spread out against the sky/ like a patient etherized upon a table " he draws a comparison between the usual beauty and romance associated with the evening sky and the paralysis of an etherized patient awaiting surgery (Eliot 1-3). Robert McNamara, in his article "'Prufrock' and the Problem of Literary Narcissism" claims that with this descriptive metaphor the possibility at once expands and contracts because the patient may dream anything or do nothing (365). McNamara also poses a rhetorical question suggesting that this metaphor is also a symptom of Prufrock's...
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