According to the article, project managers don’t set out to fail, yet they’re not doing all they can to ensure success.

Burlington, NJ -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/20/2011 -- While IT project or program failure is often spoken of and blogged about like it's an ongoing rite of passage, TechRepublic contributor Eddie Williams believes project and program managers are digging their own graves by not setting much higher standards for success. Williams is the author of "The IT industry is accepting failure as the norm," an article pinpointing specific reasons why failure isn't actively avoided, along with specific ways to introduce success thinking into the project and program management culture. The article can be found on the TechRepublic website at (http://www.techrepublic.com/blog/tech-manager/the-it-industry-is-accepting-failure-as-the-norm/6911).

"There must be a call to action to do it right by organizations, business and technical leads, and individual team members. An organization must provide the policy, governance, and level of authority (although temporary) that allows program and project mangers and leads to realistically plan, estimate, and implement initiatives through the use of proven best (good) practices. And as leaders, both project managers and program managers must be responsible and accountable and not just facilitators," explained Williams. "Be a part of the solution and ensure the consistent use of proven best (and good) practices, that knowledge is transferred and that lessons learned (documented for each phase/stage) are used within current projects and shared for use by future projects and programs."

In his article Williams offers 10 reasons why projects fail, citing the absence of senior management support and commitment as the #1 reason, followed up by lack of competent and knowledgeable leadership, and unrealistic or inadequate planning, within the top three. He suggests project and program managers be more proactive about avoiding failure, by establishing QA verification and validation/tests very early on in the project, for example. Finally he adds nine points for creating more successful projects.

"Failure is no more the norm than green ocean water is. It has simply become an accepted and almost encouraged part of the IT project culture," said Williams. "There are distinct changes that can be made. But unless those changes are actively used, failure will rise as the mental default mode among IT project and program managers."

A summary of "The IT industry is accepting failure as the norm" can be found on Williams' IT Professional Facilitator website at (http://itprofessionalfacilitator.com/itpro/significant-business-technology-articles/the-it-industry-has-accepted-failure-as-the-norm/).

About Eddie Williams
Eddie Williams is a technology project and program management blogger, author, trainer, consultant, coach/mentor, public speaker and a 20+ year project and program manager within the Information Technology (IT) field. He has been a certified Project Management Professional (PMP) through the Project Management Institute since 1999. During that time Williams has successfully managed programs and projects for systems, software/application, database, data warehouse, infrastructure/network, ERP development/implementation and various other IT and business related endeavors.

Williams has been a co-presenter and has contributed presentation material for PMI Global Congress and a presenter at Black Data Processing Association (BDPA) National Conferences. During his career he served on Corporate Planning and System/Software Development Committees. He is a former member of EIA and contributed to the development of major industry standards. He's also an author, trainer and coach for Program/Project Management, and a published author of a of an industry related book for IT, Management Control and Quality and the System Development Process at the System Development Process. To learn more about his work, visit Williams' IT Professional Facilitator Blog at: http://www.itprofessionalfacilitator.com.

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The men’s clothing store provides free alterations on almost all purchases made through them.

Canandaigua, NY -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/20/2011 -- While it's not unusual to see free shipping from online retailers, free alterations usually isn't the norm. Online retailer DickAnthonyLtd.com is hoping to change that – at least when it comes to men's clothing. The downtown Canandaigua, New York, based storefront employs a full-time, in-house tailor to provide free customer alterations for both offline and online customers. The catch? There is none, provided the clothes are purchased from DickAnthonyLtd.com.

"We've been in business for more than 36 years," said Todd Anthony, Internet manager of DickAnthonyLtd.com. "We know first-hand that one size doesn't always fit all. If you need a size 36 waist taken in to a 35, there's a place in our website shopping cart where you can leave alteration requests. All alterations are free, with the exception of suspender buttons. They only cost $5, which is still a steal when compared to a local drycleaner."

DickAnthonyLtd.com features a wide selection of men's casual and dressy attire, from brands like, Haggar, Ralph Lauren Polo, Bimini Bay, Enro, Pendleton, Tommy Bahama and many others. They carry pants, shirts, sweaters, shorts, suits and blazers in regular men's sizes, as well as attire for big and tall men.

"We have a lot return customers because of the free alterations offer," said Anthony. "Customers know they're going to get great customer service and a perfect fit whether they order offline or online. Not all men's clothing stores can make that promise because most simply haven't been around as long as we have."

To see what Dick Anthony Limited has in stock, visit their site at (http://www.dickanthonyltd.com/servlet/StoreFront).

About Dick Anthony Limited
Dick Anthony Limited is a Canandaigua, New York, based offline-turned-online retailer that has been in business for more than 36 years. The family owned storefront specializes in men's attire, ranging from men's casual shirts and men's casual pants to dress shirts and pants. They have an in-house tailor and provide free alterations, even on Internet orders. Their offline store can be found at 166 S. Main Street in downtown Canandaigua. The online store can be found at (http://www.dickanthonyltd.com). They can also be reached toll-free at 1-888-419-0609.

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The webpage features popular brands like Carhartt, Columbia, Timberland, Dickies and others, with prices up to 50 percent off.

Geneva, NY -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/20/2011 -- Casual and work clothes website SuperCasuals.com has recently begun offering customers closeout and sale items on their website. The real world retail store-turned-online retailer carries several work and casual clothing brands like Carhartt, Timberland, Levis and Columbia, among others. Their closeout and sale items webpage features items for men, women and children, with prices up to 50 percent off typical retail costs.

"We know that the economy has seen a lot of good working people go through unbelievable financial hardships," said Steve Fragnoli, co-owner of SuperCasuals.com. "That was one of the driving factors behind adding a closeout page to the website. We want all of our customers to be able to get what they need, especially if they work outside in harsh conditions. The closeouts page is just one of the ways we hope to make it affordable."

According to the site, items listed on the SuperCasuals.com closeout and sales page may only be available in certain sizes and quantities. Once an order has been placed, they typically email customers to inform them about delivery or problems with product availability.

"The one thing we didn't do was include no name brand products in the closeout section. In fact, we sell everything from Carhartt arctic bib overalls to Timberland boots at a significant discount. Because they're brand name items, they can sell out quickly," explained Fragnoli. "Once they're gone, we don't know when we can get them back in."

To see the latest closeout and sale item inventory at SuperCasuals.com, visit their site at (http://www.supercasuals.com/on_sale.cfm).

About SuperCasuals.com
Super Casuals is a family owned clothing store in the Geneva, New York, turned online retailer. They've been selling men's and women's brand name work clothes for upwards of 50 years, specializing in well-known names like Carhartt, Columbia, Levis, Dickies, Converse, Wolverine, Sorel, Kinco, and a variety of others. Besides retail sales, they also offer discounts on large volume orders. Visit Super Casuals at 52 Seneca Street in Geneva, New York, or give them a call, toll-free, at 1-800-535-1044.

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Little Pocket Friends Touch and Learn helps early learners discover new words and sounds through their iPad app for children.

Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/13/2011 -- Australian based development studio Pixel Hauz has recently released Little Pocket Friends Touch and Learn, their second in what aims to be a line of iPod Touch apps for kids ages one to five. Little Pocket Friends is a digital flashcard system that helps early learners hear, see and ultimately memorize words representing objects in their everyday world. It's all built around fun, colorful images that interact with children through sound and movement as the child touches the screen.

"You don't always have to pull out a big, clunky toy to capture a little one's attention," said Soon Ooi, the lead developer at Pixel Hauz. "With your portable Apple device, and the right app, you can have hours of fun time with your child. I've strived to make Little Pocket Friends Touch and Learn that type of iPad app for children."

Little Pocket Friends includes nine categories with a total of 150 words. By touching the screen children can learn about animals, colors, things in nature, shapes, feelings, vehicles, activities, numbers and everyday items like a spoon, blanket, phone and chair. When they want to change the image, they simply click the "X" on the screen. It's one of those iPod Touch apps for kids that teaches words they'll be using on a regular basis, as well as the practicalities of opening and closing apps.

"Parents can either go through each image showing the words or they can individually spell the words out," added Ooi. "This is truly an iPad app that does a great job both with and without parental interaction."

Little Pocket Friends is available for both iPad and iPod devices through Apple's iTune store for $1.99. It can purchased and downloaded from (http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/little-pocket-friends-touch/id483127768?ls=1&mt=8).

About Pixel Hauz
Pixel Hauz is a development studio that specializes in innovative and interactive educational Apple-based apps for young minds. Their apps help early learners master the world around them with fun games that feature bright colors, sounds and kid-friendly language. Besides Little Pocket Friends Touch and Learn, they're also the makers of Learn ABC; It's Munch Time, which is available on iTunes for $1.99.

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Developer Pixel Hauz hopes to see it become the best educational iPad apps for children.

Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/08/2011 -- Techno-mom's and dad's who are looking to keep a young child occupied while running errands, often pull out an iPad or an iPod for entertainment. Pixel Hauz is helping those parents keep young children entertained and educated with the new Little Pocket Friends Touch and Learn app. The newly released iPad toddler app helps children as young as one learn about the ever-growing world around them.

"We like to think of Little Pocket Friends as the computer version of the popular See N' Say children's toy. Instead of pulling a string and hearing a sound, children touch a picture that interests them. That picture becomes enlarged on the devices screen and children hear the name of the object, including the sounds it makes," said Soon Ooi, lead developer at Pixel Hauz. "Because it's based on the premise of a popular children's toy, we think Little Pocket Friends Touch and Learn could turn into one of the best educational ipad apps for children."

Besides sound, the Little Pocket Friends iPad toddler app uses bright colors to hold a child's attention. The colors and sounds make the app easy enough for most children to use without parental help, but it can also used for a fun learning session with mom, dad or even techno-savvy grandparents.

"Often after you show a child how it works a few times, they want to do it for themselves. This is the kind of game that parents won't mind letting children figure out," said Ooi.

The Little Pocket Friends Touch and Learn app is available for both iPad and iPod users. It can be immediately downloaded onto either device at (http://itunes.apple.com/us/app/little-pocket-friends-touch/id483127768?ls=1&mt=8).

About Pixel Hauz:
Pixel Hauz is a development studio that specializes in innovative and interactive educational iPad apps for young minds. Their apps help early learners master the world around them with fun games that feature bright colors, sounds and kid-friendly language. Besides Little Pocket Friends Touch and Learn, they're also the makers of Learn ABC; It's Munch Time, which is available on iTunes for $1.99.

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A violent war between a powerful crime family and a rival gang unsuspectingly connects a former mob courier and an FBI agent.

Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 12/07/2011 -- The Courier, a new crime thriller book from author Scott L. Ward, is now available as a Kindle ebook through online bookseller Amazon.com. At the heart of the book is a supposed chance meeting in Las Vegas between the main character, Sean, and a woman who might ultimately save his life. But as readers quickly discover, this isn't just a case of boy meets girl. Sean is actually a former mob courier who unknowingly becomes involved with a Janice Watt, an FBI agent.

She's one of dozens of agents monitoring the largest crime family in the United States -- a family that's fighting to maintain this long-time title from a growing and equally violent Chinese gang. As author Scott L. Ward indicated, it's much more than a city wide turf war.

"The battle between these two criminal factions extends from Las Vegas to New York. And there's no middle ground… no division of states. Either you run the entire country, or you don't," said Ward.

FBI agent Watt doesn't know where Sean fits in to the big picture. But she does know that he's being trailed by a couple of local goons, making him a person of importance to the Bureau. It's her job to figure out how important he is. Eventually her professional behavior turns into genuine love and that's where the story begins to spiral.

Readers can get a free six chapter sample of The Courier from the Amazon.com Kindle Webstore. The Kindle reader (needed for reading the book) can be downloaded on both PC and Mac-based systems. It can also be read on a standalone Amazon Kindle or Kindle Fire. To download the sample or purchase The Courier visit (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0064A3ZCK).

About Scott L. Ward
Besides being the author of crime thriller book, Scott L. Ward is a web developer and an active investor. He's working on a second work of fiction due out in 2012.

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The freelance marketplace connects hiring companies with those who need help finding freelance work.

Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/30/2011 -- A large business looking to find freelance workers won't have a problem because they typically have the budget to do so. However entrepreneurs with less cash for hiring haven't always been able to afford bringing a freelancer on board. Jason Parker, owner of FiversWorld.com is hoping to change that.

FiversWorld.com is a freelance marketplace where business owners buy services and ebooks experts around the world. There are writers offering to complete 500-word blog posts for $5. There are several graphic designers who specialize in website banners and headers. SEO experts on the site provide backlinks and other services designed to make Google send traffic on demand.

And that's just the tip of the iceberg. There are hundreds of these types of service providers from a group of 15 categories and several dozen sub-categories.

"Finding freelance work can be difficult during recessions, which is why we encourage providers on our site to price their services low… between $5 and $25 to be exact. Our pricing structure creates an impulse buyer environment," said Parker. "Buyers are happy because they're getting great deals and finding lots of new promotional techniques. Providers are happy because they're getting work selling what they want."

While providers on the site aren't employees of FiversWorld.com, the workplace-like payment arrangement helps maintain structure between buyers and sellers. Buyers pay for the service before the work begins and FiversWorld.com holds the money until the project is complete. Upon completion the funds are transferred to the seller, who may withdraw the money through PayPal, Moneybookers or AlertPay – minus FiversWorld.com 20 percent commission.

"We believe this arrangement makes everyone feel comfortable. Buyers don't have to worry about not getting the work done, and sellers don't have to worry about not getting paid," said Parker.

Business owners who want to find freelance workers can visit the FiversWorld.com website at (http://www.FiversWorld.com). Sellers who are interested in finding freelance work can sign up to list their services at (http://www.fiversworld.com/signup).

About FiversWorld.com
FiversWorld.com is a freelance marketplace where anyone looking to earn extra money can sell their services or products for $5, $10, $15, $20 or $25 per job. Freelancers can offer business advice, ad space, graphic design services, music/audio work, programming, writing services or even sell ebooks through the site. There's no fee for freelancers to sign up, while those doing the hiring only pay for services they've requested.

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The newly added webpage features kids shower curtains, fabric shower curtains, vinyl shower curtains and more.

Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/28/2011 -- The Haven Designs affiliate website is now showcasing thousands of what they consider to be unique shower curtains in their product lineup. Among the listings, site visitors will find kids shower curtains, fabric shower curtains, vinyl and themed shower curtains, with everything from floral images, animal prints, and contemporary designs. The recently added webpage also has 11 articles that help readers choose, clean and decorate with shower curtains.

"Because of its compact size, the bathroom is one of the easiest rooms to redecorate… especially if you're on a budget. Adding a unique shower curtain is almost like painting the walls, but without the mess and the smell," said Sheri Davis Collins, owner of the Haven Designs website. "The shower curtain can change the mood and the feeling of a bathroom instantly. By replacing a kids shower curtain with a fabric one, and adding a few glass accessories, you can turn a children's bathroom into an adult spa."

Because of their ongoing partnership with a major online retailer, Haven Designs is able to provide a rotating inventory of unique shower curtains. Although the selection is sizable, Collins does present some suggestions for choosing the right shower curtain:

* Try a quilted look: Instead of going for a traditional floral scene, Collins suggests a quilted pattern for buyers who want a bathroom that has some country charm. "There are quilted shower curtains with farm scenes, roosters, and sunflowers. Couple that with some yellow accessories and it'll take you back to summers in the country," said Davis.

* Be a team player: Collins suggests that shower curtains can be changed according to the sports calendar. "During football season you can have a unique shower curtain representing your favorite team. When baseball rolls around, you can swap the shower curtain again. This is a great option for man cave bathrooms," added Collins.

* Retro fit with shower curtains: Buyers looking for a more dramatic change may want to try a shower curtain with a retro design. Collins mentions bold blocks, swirls and connecting links as part of retro design make up.

To see which unique shower curtains Haven Designs is currently carrying, visit the site at (http://www.haven-designs-decorative-pillows.com/unique_shower_curtains.h class="extlink" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener" title="unique shower curtains" href="http://www.haven-designs-decorative-pillows.com/unique_shower_curtains.html">unique shower curtainstml).

About Haven Designs
Haven Designs specializes in affordable gifts and houseware items that have a unique or vintage appeal. They carry unique shower curtains, decorative pillows, bedding sets, wallets, purses, embroidered items and cat themed gifts.

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The Sole F63 is listed as the #3 best treadmill on TreadmillReviewss.com.

Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/28/2011 -- TreadmillReviews.com owner Elizabeth Kenn recently added a review for the Sole F63 treadmill to her site at (http://treadmillreviewss.com/sole-f63-treadmill-review). The Sole F63 treadmill review outlines notable features such as the 6.5 inch LCD screen that displays a runner's progress, the horsepower of the motor, and the cushion flex deck. But according to Kenn, the handiest feature is the message board which both reviews a runner's completed workout and guides users through the many options on the Sole F63.

"I'm very impressed with the Sole brand. On my top 5 treadmills list it dominates three positions," said Kenn. "Not only is it a solidly built treadmill, I always recommend them if you live in an apartment or other close quarters with other people. Sole treadmills are all built with a zinc-coated balanced flywheel, which significantly decreases the amount of noise it makes when you're working out."

Kenn's Sole F63 review claims that only the sound of the persons footsteps can be heard when they're working out, not the treadmill itself. She mentions that the 15 percent incline is better than other similar models, and that the cushion flex deck lessens joint impact on knees, ankles and the hips. Though she also claims there are a few downfalls.

"The Sole F63 doesn't have pace control nor does it have any heart rate programs. However to be fair, if you're running on the street, you wouldn't have access to this type of information anyway," added Kenn. "Other than that, I think it's a great treadmill for a great price."

Besides the review, Kenn has also included links to sites that carry the Sole F63 for price comparison purposes. For a complete overview visit her site at (http://treadmillreviewss.com/sole-f63-treadmill-review).

About TreadmillReviewss.com
The Treadmill Reviews website features a combination of tips for choosing a treadmill, reviews and a list of top 5 treadmill recommendations. The site covers brands like Bowflex, Nautilus, Proform, Horizon Fitness, Weslo and several others. Visitors to the site can also compare prices treadmills from different vendors.

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TopChristmasToy.org highlights details about the new Animal Planet Air Swimmers.

Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/28/2011 -- While remote control cars, planes and boats have been strong sellers during the holiday season, the Top Christmas Toy website is showing parents a very different remote control alternative with Air Swimmers eXtreme. Also known as the Ultimate Flying Fish, Air Swimmers eXtreme are helium balloons that are guided through the air with a remote control. There's a 57 inch shark and the 36 inch clownfish, which is reminiscent of the character Nemo, from the movie "Finding Nemo."

"There are a lot of remote control vehicles out there, but Animal Planet Air Swimmers are definitely one of the most unique I've ever seen," explained Melissa Carter, owner of the TopChristmasToy.org website. "Air Swimmers glide through the air with their back fins flapping as if they're underwater. They can turn left and right a full 360 degrees. Plus the remote has a 40 foot range, giving kids plenty of room to maneuver."

Carter's review covers tips for filling the balloons, remote control battery power and storage options. She includes links to online stores where Air Swimmers can be purchased inexpensively. Visitors to the TopChristmasToy.org website will also find one commercial-like video showing how Air Swimmers eXtreme glide through the air and another providing assembly instructions.

"I want parents to see how fun these are. But I also want them to see how easy it is to put one together. There's nothing worse than getting a toy home and realizing that it takes four hours to assemble" laughed Carter.

To read her full review and to see where to purchase Air Swimmers visit the Top Christmas Toy website at (http://www.topchristmastoy.org/air-swimmers-extreme-by-animal-planet/).

About Top Christmas Toys:
The Top Christmas Toys website gives online shoppers an overview and a review of top 2011 Christmas toys for kids of all ages. Site visitors will be able to see the most up to date prices and availability of popular Christmas toys on sites like Amazon and eBay.

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The site sells money maker ebooks from a variety of authors plus dozens of services from freelancers around the world.

Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/28/2011 -- High unemployment rates coupled with a slow growth job market have more and more people trying to figure out what to do to earn money outside of the traditional 9-to-5 scene. According to Jason Parker, FiversWorld.com may just be the money maker these people have been looking for. Parker is the owner of FiversWorld.com, a freelance marketplace for people who sell services and ebooks online.

"I initially thought of starting the site when a friend who works from home had a hard time finding ways to earn more money in his down time," explained Parker. "After his job laid him off he didn't know what to do to earn money from the internet… and that's when I developed the concept for FiversWorld.com."

For buyers who want to educate themselves, FiversWorld.com sells money maker ebooks that can be accessed immediately. Authors who have written such ebooks can use the FiversWorld.com Instant Access Job feature to upload their titles once and sell them forever. Once their ebooks are in the system, they never have to manually email them to buyers.

The site also caters to buyers who are seeking to hire freelancers for any number of small assignments. There are over a dozen categories where freelancers have posted their services, ranging in price from $5 to $25. Most of them are business related, like graphic design services, article writing and YouTube video creation. But there are also a few funny jobs, like the woman who will write anything a buyer requests on her high heeled foot and submit a picture of the finished work.

"I think a lot of people will be surprised at the money maker opportunities available for both buyers and sellers at FiversWorld.com. It's definitely one of the more unique sites for people who don't know what to do to earn money," added Parker.

The site is open for anyone who works from home as well as those looking to hire freelancers. It's available at (http://www.FiversWorld.com).

About FiversWorld.com
FiversWorld.com is a freelance marketplace where anyone looking to earn extra money can sell their services or products for $5, $10, $15, $20 or $25 per job. Freelancers can offer business advice, ad space, graphic design services, music/audio work, programming, writing services or even sell ebooks through the site. There's no fee for freelancers to sign up, while those doing the hiring only pay for services they've requested.

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The site shows parents what to expect from Spin Master Air Hogs remote control cars.

Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/23/2011 -- In anticipation of Christmas 2011, the Top Christmas Toy website recently added a review of the Air Hogs Hyper Actives from Spin Master. The review gives details about the design and speed of the car, how the remote works and the battery power. The recently added webpage also has a nearly four minute video review of the Air Hogs Hyper Actives which can be found at (http://www.topchristmastoy.org/air-hogs-hyper-actives-from-spin-master/).

"The problem with a lot of remote control cars is that children have to be aware of the distance between the remote and the vehicle," explained Melissa Carter, owner of the Top Christmas Toy website. "That's less of a concern with the Spin Master Air Hogs Hyper Actives. You can have the remote as far as 100 feet away from the car and it'll still work."

According to the review, the 24 Ghz frequency is another unique feature of the Air Hogs remote. Having this frequency means up to 10 other Spin Master Air Hog users can race one another without the frequency being interrupted for any of them.

Carter suggests that the Air Hogs Hyper Actives are appropriate for children ages 12 and older, but that children under 12 can enjoy them with adult supervision. Due to small parts she recommends parents keep them away from children ages three and under.

To read the Air Hogs Hyper Actives review, or to see which sites are selling it for the lowest prices, check out Carter's Top Christmas Toys website at (http://www.topchristmastoy.org/air-hogs-hyper-actives-from-spin-master/).

About Top Christmas Toys
The Top Christmas Toys website gives online shoppers an overview and a review of top 2011 Christmas toys for kids of all ages. Site visitors will be able to see the most up to date prices and availability of popular Christmas toys on sites like Amazon and eBay.

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Fitness enthusiast Elizabeth Kenn provides a list of her top 5 treadmill reviews.

Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/23/2011 -- As the snow and a strong winter chill descends on much of the world, avid runners, joggers and walkers might be finding it hard to maintain the pace in cold weather. That's the opinion of Elizabeth Kenn, fitness enthusiast and owner of the TreadmillReviewss.com website. In anticipation of those promising to get fit for the New Year, she has updated her site, featuring what she considers to be the best treadmill for workouts.

Out of the 14 brands and 36 treadmill reviews, Kenn has given the Bowflex Series 7 the title of best treadmill for workouts. In her review she cites the 15 workout programs, long lasting motor and the comparable quality of the Bowflex Series 7 to commercial machines found in fitness centers. Though she does mention the weight of the Bowflex as being a 'con,' it wasn't enough to take it out of the #1 position.

Kenn gave the Sole F80, 2011 edition, the second place position for best treadmill for workouts. Like the Bowflex Series 7 she says it has a powerful motor. But the Sole F80 also has a cushion flex deck to accommodate runners who have had problems with joints, feet, knees, ankles, hips and the spine.

Rounding out the third place for TreadmillReviews.com best treadmill for workouts is the Sole F63, 2011 edition. According to Kenn it's very similar to the Sole F80, with the exception of a slightly less powerful motor and no heart rate controls or programs. Fitness buffs who can do without these features will save almost $500 when compared to the Sole F80.

"There are obviously a lot of treadmills out there to choose from," said Kenn. "The models I chose are appropriate for both avid runners and those who are just starting to flex their New Year's resolution muscle. I targeted comfort, speed, durability and price to come up with a well balanced list of my favorites."

To read more Kenn's other reviews and to see the prices of the all the treadmills she reviews, visit her site at (http://treadmillreviewss.com/).

About TreadmillReviewss.com
The Treadmill Reviews website features a combination of tips for choosing a treadmill, reviews and a list of top 5 treadmill recommendations. The site covers brands like Bowflex, Nautilus, Proform, Horizon Fitness, Weslo and several others. Visitors to the site can also compare prices treadmills from different vendors.

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ProductDrop.com subscribers get access to a growing library of internet marketing products for less than the cost of buying them separately.

Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/09/2011 -- Veteran internet marketers Dennis Becker and Rachel Rofe recently launched ProductDrop.com, a membership website containing dozens of internet marketing products from a variety of authors. The website is geared to business owners who want social media marketing ebooks, WordPress plugins, affiliate marketing plans and other internet marketing products.

Membership for the first 500 subscribers is $37 a month. This gives subscribers unlimited access to all previously added products, as well as those internet marketing products added during the month of their subscription.

"This isn't your run-of-the-mill PLR or resell rights membership website… not even close," explained Becker. "Over the years we've established relationships with dozens of well-known internet marketers. They've given us permission to share their internet marketing ebooks, plugins, webinar recordings and software apps with ProductDrop.com subscribers. These are the very same products they sell on their own websites for $17, $37, $95 or more -- so subscribers are truly getting a no-nonsense deal."

As of early November 2011 the ProductDrop.com website offered over $2,000 worth of internet marketing products to subscribers. According to Becker, "That's just the beginning. We're adding several dozen new products every month. That's the one constant here… internet marketing advice galore."

Subscribers will notice that some of the products listed on the site include bonus items not given on the author's original sales page. "We provided these additional freebies to some of the product listings because we want our subscribers to feel like they're getting incredible value from the site. They won't find these bonus items through the author's site, but they will find them here," said Becker.

Potential subscribers can see which information products are currently available, but won't get access to any of them until they pay for a membership. To view those products visit the site at (http://productdrop.com).

About ProductDrop.com
ProductDrop.com is a monthly membership website where emerging and established business owners can find affiliate marketing ebooks, WordPress plugins, recorded webinars and other internet marketing products. The site is run by internet marketers Dennis Becker and Rachel Rofe, who are also co-owners of the Earn 1K a Day private forum.

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Author Brankica Underwood also shows parents how to take care of a guinea pig.

Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/09/2011 -- Most people assume only dogs and cats can be found in animal shelters. But according to Brankica Underwood, certain shelters also allow pet lovers to adopt a guinea pig. Underwood is the author of, "Teach Your Kids to Handle Guinea Pigs," an ebook that shows parents how to take care of a guinea pig, while also teaching children the basics of guinea pig care. The ebook can be purchased for $4.95 at the Cool-Small-Pets.com website.

"Readers often email me asking where to buy guinea pigs. I always say, why buy when you can adopt a guinea pig instead," said Underwood. "A quick search online will lead you to shelters, or even individuals in your area who have guinea pigs that are looking for a new home. And the bottom line is that adoption sometimes saves a guinea pig life."

In "Teach Your Kids to Handle Guinea Pigs," Underwood explains that shelters are often more willing to let you sit down and play with a guinea pig before actually getting it. Adopting a guinea pig can also save money on a veterinarian visit.

"Pets in reputable shelters are always checked by a vet. They receive all shots and medications they might need, and are often spayed or neutered. You can even get free advice from the vet before you leave," said Underwood. "Buying a guinea pig doesn't give you the same perks."

Parents looking to adopt a guinea pig as a Christmas gift or learn how to take care of a guinea pig, can get more information about Underwood's ebook at (http://www.cool-small-pets.com/teach-your-kids-pet-book.html)

About Teach Your Kids to Handle Guinea Pigs:
"Teach Your Kids to Handle Guinea Pigs," helps parents understand how to best choose and take care of guinea pigs as pets. The 57-page ebook includes a special section where children can record information about their guinea pig and learn how to take care of them. The guide was written by guinea pig owner and webmaster of the Cool-Small-Pets.com website, Brankica Underwood.

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The licensed service specializes in helping both local women and visitors enjoy the calming side of Sin City.

Las Vegas, NV -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/03/2011 -- The anticipation of having a baby is joyful, but being pregnant isn't always easy since a woman's body is going through so many changes. But according to Luisa Griffin, owner of Las Vegas Mobile Massage -- a massage always helps. Griffin is a former nurse turned licensed massage therapist, who has been providing prenatal massage services in Las Vegas since 2004.

"I work mainly with women in various stages of life and work," explained Griffin. I get performers from the area, tourists, bridal parties and pregnant women who simply need some time to unwind from the stresses of everyday life. Mobile massage services haven't always been seen in a positive light. I'm out to prove that it can be a great experience when you carefully choose a massage service. That's one of the main reasons why we have so many repeat clients. They feel safe with me because I'm a woman who predominantly works with women."

Clients interested in a prenatal massage may take advantage of Las Vegas Mobile Massage at-home service or they can go to Griffin's location. Prices are slightly more for the mobile service and they accept cash only for appointments. Massage appointments can be booked seven days a week from 9AM to 9PM.

To learn more about getting a prenatal massage in Las Vegas, visit Griffin's Las Vegas Mobile Massage website at (http://www.lasvegasmobilemassage.com) or call (702) 518-8737.

About Las Vegas Mobile Massage:
Las Vegas Mobile Massage has been providing English and Spanish speaking massage services to locals and visitors to the Las Vegas area since 2004. They do everything from pre natal to Swedish to deep tissue massage. And although the name says 'mobile' they also accept clients at their location. The service is run by licensed massage therapist, and former nurse, Luisa Griffin.

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The website is marketed to couples looking for a wedding venue in Colorado Springs.

Colorado Springs, CO -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/03/2011 -- The Wedding Venues in Colorado Springs website is currently accepting advertisers for month long campaigns or better. The site features reception halls, resorts, restaurants and other indoor/outdoor spaces where weddings and receptions are held. It's visited by couples looking to book a wedding venue in the Colorado Springs area.

"This isn't just some random website with no traffic. The WeddingVenuesInColoradoSprings.com is currently ranked very well in Google," said Dan Morton, owner of the Wedding Venues in Colorado Springs. "In fact, we're ranked for several wedding venue related keywords. Couples looking for a space are constantly finding our site through Google. Traffic for us means traffic for our advertisers."

The homepage of Wedding Venues in Colorado Springs gives visitors key information about each wedding venue. Details can include: number of guests allowed, outstanding space features and whether the location is appropriate for weddings, receptions or both. Couples who have an interest in a specific venue will be able to visit the advertiser's site through a direct link.

"It's not always easy to get your main website ranked well in the search engines. But you don't have to worry about that if you're an advertiser on the Wedding Venues in Colorado Springs website," explained Morton. "We've done all the hard work. All you have to do is tell us what you want to include in your listing and collect your leads."

To learn more about promoting a wedding venue on the WeddingVenuesInColoradoSprings.com website, visit the site at (http://weddingvenuesincoloradosprings.com/).

About WeddingVenuesInColoradoSprings.com:
The Wedding Venues in Colorado Springs website features information about restaurants, reception halls and resorts that accept wedding and reception parties. The site is currently open to advertisers who want to promote their wedding venue location on a month-by-month basis or longer.

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CarInsuranceColoradoSprings.com offers advertising space to auto insurance dealers.

Colorado Springs, CO -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/03/2011 -- The Car Insurance Colorado Springs website recently launched a car insurance leads program for agents looking to get customers in the Colorado Springs area. According to site owner Dan Morton, the website is informational to attract potential customers. Once they get there, they'll be introduced to insurance agents who advertise on the site.

"It can be downright difficult to get a car insurance website ranked well in Google," said Morton. "The CarInsuranceColoradoSprings.com website is currently ranked on the first page of Google for the exact term 'car insurance Colorado Springs.' This means if you advertise here you'll get the traffic benefit of being on a top ranked website. It could take an individual agent many months to achieve a front page listing on Google for such a competitive term. In the meantime you could be getting car insurance leads through our program."

Consumers visiting the site find an explanation of various insurance options including details about, property damage liability, collision coverage and bodily damage liability. They'll also learn about factors that dictate the cost of insurance.

"I provide this type of information because these are the things people look at before purchasing car insurance. I wanted them to come here, see what they needed and then click on our advertisers links. Not all car insurance lead programs work this way," explained Morton. "We discovered that this is one of the best ways to maintain our competitive advantage in the search engines as well as build trust among consumers."

To learn more about the Car Insurance Colorado Springs auto insurance leads program, visit the site at (http://carinsurancecoloradosprings.com/).

About Car Insurance Colorado Springs:
CarInsuranceColoradoSprings.com is an informational website offering auto insurance leads to agents who want customers in the Colorado Springs area. Agents may choose to advertise on the website for a month or better.

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MeditationTechniquesDaily.com exposes readers to the how’s and why’s of regular meditation.

Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/03/2011 -- One look at a local bookstore or library will reveal that there are many different types of meditation techniques to explore. MeditatationTechniquesDaily.com was recently launched to help individuals learn how to do meditation in many ways. The site features articles for meditation beginners as well as those who want to expand their skills.

According to site owner Sandy Carter, "I've come across very few people who honestly aren't stressed out by everyday life. The happy people I do meet are either retired or they tend to practice meditative arts. That intrigued me and it was part of the driving force behind the launch of MeditationTechniquesDaily.com."

Visitors to the site will find a meditation video for beginners as well as a visual guide that prepares viewers step-by-step to enter a meditative state. The video tells viewers how and where to sit, relays advice for quieting the mind and provides techniques for properly breathing through the process. The beginners meditation video takes viewers through an actual nine minute guided meditation.

"Many times people who want to know how to do meditation don't think they'll be able to sit long enough to gain the calming benefits," said Carter. "But if you start off with 10 minutes a day you're going to feel the difference and you'll naturally want to increase the meditation time. I think almost anyone can clear their mind for 10 minutes."

To learn more about different types of meditation methods, visit the Meditation Techniques Daily website at (http://www.meditationtechniquesdaily.com/).

About MeditationTechniquesDaily.com:
The Meditation Techniques Daily website features articles and videos for people who want to learn how to do meditation, even if they're total beginners.

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IsMySongGood.com gives music lovers a chance to become a music reviewer while allowing independent artists to be heard.

Las Vegas, NV -- (SBWIRE) -- 11/03/2011 -- Songwriters and musicians who are looking for honest feedback on their songs may not need to look any further than the Internet. The recently launched IsMySongGood.com website provides a platform where songwriters can get music reviewed by music lovers and peers alike. According to songwriter and site owner Jon Griffin, it's a sorely needed advancement beyond the positive kudos from friends and family.

Musicians sign up to the site and submit songs for free. Music lovers can freely listen to recorded tunes from a variety of genres including: rock, blues, country, hip-hop, pop and R&B. Listeners can then give songwriters tips in the form written feedback or a starred rating.

"It's not always easy to swallow bad feedback… and we've already gotten a few comments that I'm sure have made our members go back to the drawing board," laughed Griffin. "But that's the benefit of using a site like this. You can get music reviewed here or you can get it reviewed on sites where you're trying to sell it or shop it out. I think when it comes down to reputation, most people prefer to get feedback on IsMySongGood.com."

To properly use IsMySongGood.com, both musicians and potential reviewers must first register on the site. Once registered, musicians can upload MP3s up to 20 megabytes in size and reviewers can begin to leave comments. There's no cost to either upload songs or review them.

"Our music reviewers obviously play an important role here," said Griffin. "In the traditional music world reviewers don't typically get involved until a song is already out in the public eye. I wanted to get them involved a step before that. And they enjoy listening to new songs where they can leave honest feedback."

To become a music reviewer, get music reviewed or snag a few songwriting tips, visit the IsMySongGood.com website at (http://www.ismysonggood.com).

About IsMySongGood.com:
Is My Song Good invites musicians and songwriters to submit their recorded songs in order to be reviewed and rated by music lovers. The site is owned by long-time songwriter Jon Griffin.

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Site owner Karen Grimaldi provides readers with details about a Facebook training course she recommends

Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/28/2011 -- The HowtoAdvertiseYourBusinessOnline.com blog recently published a new post for business owners who are interested in getting more Facebook fans. "Proven Steps and Strategies to Build a Considerable Fan Base at Facebook to Advertise Your Business for Free," details three tactics that can be implemented as part of a business owners Facebook fanpage marketing strategy. The article is available at (http://www.howtoadvertiseyourbusinessonline.com/fbfan).

"As of October 2011, Facebook has more than 800 million active users. The average user is connected to approximately 80 pages – fanpages -- or groups," said Grimaldi owner of HowToAdvertiseYourBusinessOnline.com. "However unless you're an A-list celebrity, you can't just jump onto Facebook and expect a million fans overnight. If you want to maximize your opportunities for success, you must have a Facebook fanpage marketing strategy in place."

Grimaldi's blog post emphasizes that business owners on Facebook must remember it's a social environment first and a marketing environment second. According to the article, "All you need to do is prove to your fans that you're a real person and be there for them regularly." She suggests consistently posting updates and interacting with followers by asking for feedback and comments.

She also points readers to a Facebook training course where business owners can learn to develop a Facebook fanpage marketing plan. "I wouldn't say that getting fans is a terribly difficult process," explained Grimaldi, "but it can be made significantly easier with the proper education. I believe this Facebook training course is one of the best options available… especially for small business owners."

To read Grimaldi's entire article and to see which Facebook training workshop she recommends, visit her site at (http://www.howtoadvertiseyourbusinessonline.com/fbfan).

About the How to Advertise Your Business Online blog
The HowToAdvertiseYourBusinessOnline.com blog gives business owners tips and tactics for marketing a business on the Internet, with a special focus on building and promoting Facebook fan pages. Site owner Karen Grimaldi provides product reviews and promises readers a scam-free environment.

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The website features articles and songs to help front porch swing users make memories.

Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/25/2011 -- According to Lady Butterfly, a personality on the Porch Swings on Sale blog, many people have fond memories of time spent rocking on a porch swing. Lady Butterfly wants to help her site visitors reconnect with those memories and create new ones through PorchSwingsOnSale.com. The recently launched website features music, poetry and photographs for porch swing lovers to enjoy while they're swaying.

"There's something soothing about coming home after work and rocking on a porch swing with a glass of sweet tea. I like to think of it as nature's kindest form of therapy," said Lady Butterfly. "Love has been sparked, hearts have been healed and futures have been created on the humble porch swing. I wanted to create a website that ignited a feeling of porch swing nostalgia because people often equate their porch swing time with pleasant memories."

The Porch Swings on Sale blog has a poetry section where visitors may submit their favorite porch swing-themed sonnets. There's also a songs category that showcases music with a porch swing message, like "Sittin' on the Front Porch" by Dolly Parton, Tammy Wynette and Loretta Lynn and "Front Porch Swing Afternoon" by Jamey Johnson. Front porch swing fans can post comments or suggest a song they'd like to see listed on the site.

To see how to better enjoy the time spent on a front porch swing, visit Porch Swings on Sale at (http://porchswingsonsale.com).

About Porch Swings on Sale
PorchSwingsOnSale.com is an informational website for people looking to better enjoy the time they spend on a front porch swing. The site features songs, poetry and videos that can be appreciated on a porch swing.

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Leslie Martin’s natural beauty recipes ebook helps women with acne and oily skin.

Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/21/2011 -- According to the American Academy of Dermatology, acne affects 40 to 50 million people in the United States, with $2.2 billion dollars being spent in 2004 to combat it. However Leslie Martin claims women don't necessarily need to spend a lot of money to regain and maintain a healthy glow. Martin is the author of "Crunchy Betty's Food on Your Face for Acne and Oily Skin," a 68-page ebook that provides dozens of homemade beauty recipes for skin care.

"Although skincare product manufacturers say their products contain ingredients to get rid of acne, you also have to remember that these products contain ingredients you may not want on your skin. That's why you see a lot of these companies coming out with natural or organic lines," explained Martin. "My ebook shows women that they can make their own homemade beauty products for less money. Plus when you make beauty products at home they don't contain any of the potentially harmful preservatives found in manufactured brands."

Martin's ebook provides tips for readers who are totally new to using homemade beauty recipes for skin care, including what to eat and what to avoid using on the skin. She offers recipes for cleansers, toners, steams, masks and moisturizers. Plus she gives readers a list of suppliers where they can purchase the ingredients for her homemade beauty products.

"I wrote Crunchy Betty because my blog readers were getting such great results from the advice I shared," said Martin. "So this isn't just what works for me… this is what works for many, and it has been working for centuries."

To learn more about "Crunchy Betty's Food on Your Face for Acne and Oily Skin," visit Martin's website at (http://www.crunchybetty.com/buy-the-book).

About Leslie Martin:
Leslie Martin is a former fashion model and the author of "Crunchy Betty's Food on Your Face for Acne and Oily Skin." She blogs about natural skin and hair care recipes, household cleaning tips and organic food recipes at the Whole Crunchy Blog. She also runs the Crunchy Community, a series of forums where participants share ideas on living naturally. Martin lives in Manitou Springs, Colorado with her fiance, son and two cats.

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The site features three of the brands most popular styles including the Petunia Pickle Bottom Cake Society Satchel.

Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/21/2011 -- The Cute Diaper Bags website recently added Petunia Pickle Bottom Diaper Bags to their product lineup. Visitors to the affiliate site will be able to learn about and purchase the Boxy Backpack, the Cosmopolitan Carryall and the Petunia Pickle Bottom Cake Society Satchel. According to site owner Adriana Copaceanu, the 11 year old diaper bag line has been popular among celebrity moms like Christina Aguilera, Gwen Stefani and Melissa Joan Hart.

"I can't remember if it was the colorful design or the fact that you could wear a diaper bag on your back that made me fall in love with the Petunia Pickle Bottom Boxy Backpack," said Copaceanu. "Petunia Pickle Bottom Diaper Bags definitely have that wow factor, but they're very functional at the same time. The Boxy Backpack has room for four bottles, plus there are two roomy pockets for diapers and wipes. With Petunia Pickle Bottom Diaper Bags, you don't have to sacrifice style in order to bring everything you need for the baby."

Cute Diaper Bags features several of the brands popular styles including their top-of-the-line Petunia Pickle Bottom Cake Society Satchel. Site visitors will be able to see a range of designs including the Buttercream Cake, the Black Walnut Cake and the Berry Chiffon Cake.

"The Society Satchel is quickly becoming one of our top sellers," said Copaceanu. "It's a very versatile bag… you can wear it as a hobo, a shoulder bag or a backpack. Plus it's quite roomy."

To see which Petunia Pickle Bottom Diaper Bags colors and styles Cute Diaper Bags has, visit the site at (http://cutediaperbags.org/petunia-pickle-bottom-diaper-bags/).

About Cute Diaper Bags:
CuteDiaperBags.org features diaper bags from several different designers, including OiOi, JJ Cole, Skip Hop, Fleurville and Diaper Dude. Their specialty is chic diaper bags that look more like handbags or messenger bags. The site maintains a partnership with Amazon.com, so that customers are able to receive their products in 48 hours or less.

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Site owner and self proclaimed clean freak reveals what she believes are the best vacuum cleaners available.

Philadelphia, PA -- (SBWIRE) -- 10/18/2011 -- Mother of two and owner of the recently launched Vacuum Cleaner Reviews website Elsa Barker is an admitted clean freak. With two children under the age of five she says she feels like she has to be. It was this obsession with clean living that lead her to create the Vacuum Cleaner Reviews website at (http://vacuumcleanerreviewss.com/).

"I got into a serious nesting phase before my son was born and I feel like I never stopped," Barker laughed. "Toddlers are always close to the floor so they easily get a hold of the tiniest specks of food, papers, pebbles and other bits of outside debris. I started Vacuum Cleaner Reviews when I noticed that my son was constantly finding things on the floor right after I'd just vacuumed. The site is based on all the research I've done to find the perfect vacuum for my home."

Vacuum Cleaner Reviews features a list of frequently asked questions potential buyers may have before making a purchase. Barker's Top 10 Vacuum Cleaners list gives potential buyers a look at what she considers to be the best vacuum cleaners available. At the top of that list is the Dyson DC25, which is an upright vacuum cleaner that's geared towards home with pets.

Barker's site features other upright vacuum cleaner reviews, along with the latest prices from sellers on eBay and major retailer Amazon.com. The reviews list the pro's and con's of each vacuum cleaner in addition to a starred rating.

To see a complete list of more than 45 upright vacuum cleaner reviews, visit Barker's site at (http://vacuumcleanerreviewss.com/).

About Vacuum Cleaner Reviews:
VacuumCleanerReviewss.com is an affiliate review website run by mother of two Elsa Barker. The site features a list of top 10 vacuum cleaners, including reviews for brands like Hoover, Dyson, Eureka, Miele and Dirt Devil.

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