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We can all cope with some of our fears, but there is always that special nagging dread that comes back again and again to haunt us. In some people (like my wife) it is still spiders. That might be a rational fear in the African continent or Australia, but in the UK there just isn't any spider that would offer any harm at all to humans. Similarly many people fear snakes, more likely because they are reptiles and because they seem to be (although in reality they are not) cold and slimy.

Many of these fears are irrational in the context that we experience them, and by careful management we could, if we wanted to, overcome or at least work within the limit of our fears.

Many of the major airlines offer a fear management course for those who cannot face boarding a passenger jet. Psychoanalysts have analyzed the anxieties that aircraft noises and functions create in sensitive passengers and through sympathetic education people can explore their phobias that prevent their decision to go flying. They are supported throughout the course by cabin and aircrew; specialists who help them to control and alleviate their fears.

Without the right technology, a business' growth will be stifled, yet I still encounter the following fears in people I meet.

1.They fear talking to their own or other technical specialists. This fear is borne from a lack of confidence in their knowledge of the subject, and because these specialists couch what they say in jargon.

2.They fear writing down what they need the software or technology to do for them. This fear is borne from the belief that their writing will be judged to be inadequate or unable to convey their needs.

3.They fear speaking to others about the technology they use in their business. If they do speak, they hide behind vague and inaccurate statements that insulate them from the technology they want to use.

4.They fear networking with groups of technical specialists because they are apprehensive that they will be lost in the technicalities and will not understand the decisions they are making.

O.K. this sounds like me! I can hear you say, so what can I do about it.

Well just like those airline cures, there are people who can help you through this.

It's a fact that specialists hide behind the jargon that they develop in their community, because they want to insulate themselves and build a wall around their specialization.

It doesn't have to be that way. You can learn to control your fear by taking one of the following actions.

1.Some specialists fill the gap. They can translate the technical world into analogies that you can understand. These specialists have the confidence in their subject to be able to try different ways to shepherd you through your crisis, so that you can understand the decisions you are making.

2.Never allow a moment to pass where you have not understood a technical point that someone is making. If you don't understand, then make appoint of asking for the point to be clarified. You might be surprised how often the specialist stumbles over a simple complete description of the issue.

3.Never allow a specialist to waffle. If they are not speaking clearly and without ambiguity then they are doing you no favors.

Has fear has held you back from making effective software decisions? It doesn't have to!

Author:Rob Wendes Msc in Internet Technology (with distinction)

Bio: For the last 20 years Rob Wendes has been helping Business owners and professionals to improve their software development. http://www.robsabloggin.com

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The first and foremost ingredient to choosing Pet Reptile Supplies right snake is the health of the animal. Once that is out the way, a number of other elements come into the equation. Species, age, temperament, colour, pattern, sex, feeding habits and price are all points to think about when looking for a snake.

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Never purchase a snake or any other reptile based on your feelings for that animal. Many pet shops have come and gone, the best have always stayed the E2macpets Neglectful shops soon realise their problems and either fade away, or amend their problems. Buying a snake which has suffered through neglect of the shop will only make the shop continue with their onslaught. However tough it is, please remember, the death of one snake, could potentially save many more.

If you purchase an animal knowing of any possible problems, make sure it is vet checked as soon as possible. Keep the latest fecal sample from the snake and store it in the fridge until the vet can examine it. Never introduce newly acquired snakes into the enclosures of other snakes without having it fully examined. Larger breeders should keep quarantine areas separate from the rest of their collection. Newly acquired snakes should be quarantined for at least 3 months if this is feasible for the breeder.

Age

With snakes, age is often an irrelevant factor in deciding what species you would like. Baby corn snakes are good beginners snakes, and although they can be a little feisty, they calm down quickly and can evolve into lovely animals. One thing to be careful of when purchasing a baby, is to make sure it feeds. If you are unsure of its feeding habits, buy a slightly grown on juvenile. Adult or grown on snakes which have already been handled and are guaranteed feeders, maybe a better choice for the complete novice. However, baby snakes may be more rewarding for anyone to successfully rear.

Price

Always ask yourself; quality or quantity? If something is cheap, there is reasoning behind it. Often, under paying for something you really want may in fact turn out to be something it wasnt bought to be. If you pay too much, you will lose money at the worst, but you can be sure of acquiring something of quality. Do not look to buy any animal which is excessively cheap. Instead, buy the animal you really want to buy, and pay what the animal is worth.

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There are a number of places to look when purchasing a snake. I would urge anyone to seek a reputable breeder who has vast experience and a good reputation in the industry. Honesty is the most important factor for any breeder selling animals; do not buy from anyone who you know has misrepresented animals in the past.

Breeders

It is important to realise that a breeder does not have to breed many hundreds of snakes. In fact, some of the best snakes will come from dedicated hobbyists, often only having a pair of a particular species. If you are buying the more commonly seen species, you might want to look for private individuals and seek their advice. With the more expensive snake species and colour morphs, there are fewer breeders to choose from. Always communicate with the breeder before actually purchasing the animal. Ask questions regarding the age, size, lineage, temperament, health and feeding habits of the animal in question. A good breeder will spend time trying to help you, while many other breeders will shrug you off, giving minimal detail and answering only what needs to be answered. As a breeder myself, please be aware that with hundreds of snakes to care for, plus doing various things in your personal life, time can be a virtue. Do not expect an essay when e-mailing a breeder, rather, a polite response with all the necessary information should be expected.

Most breeders will not offer a refund after the sale; this is commonplace when dealing with animals. Unfortunately with animals, mistakes by the buyer can easily be made. It is therefore too risky for the seller to guarantee an animals life, when it is completely out of their hands. However, try and be confident when dealing with a breeder, that they will help you even after the sale. If you run into any problems, they will be there to give you more advice.

Reptile Shows / Expos

Reptile shows offer a great place to meet new people and see many new things, not only with snakes but other reptiles as well. Look for breeders who have spent the money showing off their animals. Well built, classy looking display stands with clean cages and tubs show that the breeder is making an extra effort to sell his or her animals. It shows that the breeders are dedicated, and their effort stems further than just breeding and selling animals. These people are often the ones that will make the effort to help you further if need be after the sale.

If buying a snake from a show, be careful. You must realise that you do not know the people standing in front of you, nor do you know the background behind any of the snakes. Many good breeders will have photo albums of their adult stock on the tables. This is a great bonus; it enables you to view the parents and the lineage of the particular animals you are looking to buy. It also shows that breeders are again, putting more effort into selling their animals and taking pride in their stock.

Avoid any breeders who are unable to answer your questions. Ask for hatch dates, parental information and feeding records. These are minimal details that any good breeder should be able to offer without a problem. Any vendor at the show who is unable to provide this information should be avoided.

Do not feel in a hurry to purchase from the breeders at the table. Ask as many questions as you feel appropriate and take a look at what they have to offer. Ask for the breeders contact details, e-mail, web site and their phone number. If they are unwilling to offer their phone number, try and stay away from them. Not giving their phone number allows them to choose whether or not to answer your e-mails. It is these people which are unlikely to help you after a sale is made.

Newspaper Adverts / Internet Classifieds

This is a way to pick up some fantastic animals, but at the same time the most common way for buyers to be ripped off and often left with unhealthy animals. Many breeders, good and bad will use the internet classifieds. Remember to ask all the necessary questions before buying, ask for photos where possible and expect a reply which is polite and informative. Be careful when viewing photos, that they look normal coloured and not distorted or strange in appearance. Look for other objects in the photo to get an idea of accurate size and colour of the animal. It is commonplace to see people falsely advertising animals, and enhancing images to Ball Python Supplies their descriptions better. Try and build a relationship with the seller before you purchase the animal.

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Be wary of Free Snakes. It is commonplace to see adverts for Free to Good Home. Ask yourself why, and check to see if the snake is really what you want. Pretend the snake is actually quite expensive; would you still buy it? If not, dont get it.

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Kepler will be a space-based probe with a cost of over five hundred fifty million dollars. It will use state of the art technology (optical interferometry) that has been refined only within the last two decades. The Kepler probe will be launched into an Earth-trailing orbit around the Sun by a Delta booster rocket. Its telescope is being designed to precisely measure the light from stars in a one hundred square E2macpets part of the sky in the constellation of Cygnus to discover both the size and orbit of undetected new worlds.

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The Kepler probe is important not only for what it may find, but also for what it may not find. For example, if Kepler can't locate smaller planets like Earth, it may be that planets with "habitable zones" are rare in space. Earth may indeed be truly unique. However, if planets with a size and location similar to Earth are discovered, there would be Earth-like planets to target for subsequent NASA space missions.

The launch of Kepler is now only one year away and will mark an effort to discover our place in the universe. If you believe unidentified flying objects (UFO) exist or simply that life indeed must exist elsewhere, NASA's Kepler mission should be a highlight in the International Year of Astronomy.

Of course, the ultimate question in space exploration is the question, are we alone in the universe? In 2009, the Kepler Space Laboratory begins the journey to find out the answer, as it fulfills its mission to hunt for life supporting planets like Earth in space.

James William Smith has worked in Senior management positions for some of the largest Financial Services firms in the United States for the last twenty five years. He has also provided business consulting support for insurance organizations and start up businesses. He has always been interested in writing and listening to different viewpoints on interesting topics.

Visit his website at http://www.eworldvu.com

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