Blhite asked:

Mr Henderson Band groovin’ on Dolemite in Salerno

MOUSER

jape2000 asked:


Yup, paul henderson, the Canadian Hero, Scored the winning goal for canada on the 72 hockey turny…I have some questions…..

How much do you think it is? I do live in canada. It’s from russia. It’s not the original stick, though it was from 72. It’s mint conditon.

And or do you know a good site it could Check it’s value?

MOITOSO

xo_bree_luvz_u_ox asked:


I am going on a trip, and I need to find directions to a certain loacation so, I need to know the zip code.

SEAY

Ryan Henderson asked:


Woodworking is a marvelous pursuit that calls for both skills and creativity. Although many have a desire to create their own sculptures, utilizing woodworking patterns gives you a decisive advantage. This is due to the fact that you not only will have a plan and know what you are trying to do, but you will also have step by step directions that guide you along the way.

The 1st tip to fine-looking woodworking is to pick out a plan that matches to the project you are designing. For example, if you plan on a living room table then you should only expend time looking at plans for such tables and not waste valuable time with superfluous patterns and plans. Another tip for completing successful woodworking projects is to obtain patterns and plans that use proficiencies you are familiar with.

Some techniques are very specialised or involve particular tools in order to do and this is essential when preparing to start a project. Starting a project that you cannot complete is not worth the while and it is better to do something else first and in your extra time learn the other ways and then use them in your future project.

The 3rd tip for beautiful woodworking using patterns and plans is to pick up one that is for your skill level. If you try something too hard, you may get defeated and give up altogether or be thwarted when it does not turn out as designed. Many patterns are organised by skill level or at least in the introduction will state what you have to know in order to finish that certain woodworking pattern.

Patterns and plans for woodworking projects also dont have to be expensive. You can look online for free woodworking patterns or find books with many unique kinds of projects. There is lots to choose from, so try to find ways of narrowing your picks and it is optimal to have a standard idea of what you are looking for in advance. Last but not least, for glorious woodworking you should try to look for or do something special.

An eye-catching project is something that is worthy and a valuable addition to your home or even a marvellous gift for family or friends. Designs and plans from other countries or for particular cultural designs are usually catchy and fun to make. In order to find such exotic woodworking patterns you should go online and do a search. There will likely be many sites offering plans and patterns so take a time to look through them and get some thoughts for your project.

Woodworking is a exceptional hobby or even a profession. No matter what your skill level is, you should observe the tips and work with patterns and plans to ensure that your project is successfully accomplished. Woodworking patterns also make it easy to know what to do and in what order, which means you will savour finishing the project and in the end have something sacred that you will cherish for many years to come.



LOUTHAN

Josh W asked:


Coles has a tough matchup against Baltimore, Henderson is again TB. Let me know thanks!!

THEISS

Cactus Cooler asked:


I’m thinking of relocating from L.A., so I’d like to know a bit more about the neighborhoods that are family oriented. Please help!

MCGROARTY

J-9 asked:


I have a lot of fictional mysteries that I won’t read again (I already know the ending!! ) and I’d like to donate them to a library or charity organization. These books are not dirty or scary.. just good fun.

GILPATRICK

Ryan Henderson asked:


So you need a storage shed to keep your outdoor items properly protected. You have shopped around to see what’s available, but you just can’t find one that suits your needs. Well, that’s no problem. You can build one yourself ,even if you’re not a carpenter. All that is required is ,for you to follow some quick and easy step by step plans, and you will have it built in no time.

Step One

Is to determine where you want to build it. You need to have a designated area planned out before you begin. What space you have available will determine the maximum size you can build it.

Step two

Once you know your exact size it’s a good idea to rough sketch what you want. There are many home improvement stores that you can take your sketch to. They will draft up your storage shed plans for you, according to the specs you provide them with. They will also supply you with a list of materials that you will require. So now you have your plans. In addition they will provide you with a guide on how to perform each step.

Step Three

Purchase the materials you will need as outlined in your plan. it’s a good idea to have everything at hand so you don’t have to keep running out for supplies once you start construction.

Step Four

Now you are ready to start. Level your ground and prepare to lay the foundation. You would have already decided whether you are going to have a wood plank floor or concrete slab type.

Step Five

Next comes the side walls. Put your materials aside that you are going to use for this. It is better to construct the walls on the ground then lift them into position once they are together. Just follow your guide for the how to instructions.

Step Six

Now its time to start the roof. You will need to build your trusses. So construct one and then use it as a template for the rest. Once again follow your guide on how to build the trusses.

Step Seven

Your storage shed should now be taking on some shape. Its time to build the end walls. How you do this will depend on what you have chosen in your plans. Be sure to stay with your original plans.

Step Eight

Now you are getting down to the final steps. The trim is just as important as the rest of your structure. Its what gives it that finished look so don’t scrimp here.

Step Nine

Your last two steps are applying the shingles for the roof then treating the wood. The wood must have some type of protective coating on it to protect it from the elements and rotting. This can be varnish, stains or paints whatever is your preference.

Step Ten

You’re done! All that’s left is to sit back and admire your completed storage shed. If you hadn’t built it yourself you would think it was a professional store bought model.



STOLLE

Mouse asked:


I would like to know how these bikes hold up under normal riding conditions and day to day use. Do they require a large amount of maintenance or are they easily maintained? How difficult is it to find parts? Am I going to be spending a lot of time looking for and replacing parts? Thank you for any help you can give.

RHETT

John Henderson asked:


The “carrot-and-stick” approach to getting results from a sales channel–or paying for performance–is about as old as the practice of paying sales channel partners to represent you in the market.

According to John Henderson, President and CEO of Frank Lynn & Associates Inc., what often isn’t understood by channel partners (dealers, distributors) is that pay-for-performance is also about values–the values of the supplier (to increase margins, to be paid on time) and the expectations of the customer (100 percent satisfaction or one-stop shopping). Channel partners need to understand that they’re being compensated to help you increase margins, grow sales and satisfy end-user customers–not just to sell.

Smart Business talked to Henderson to learn more about this value/performance relationship.

Where should executive managers start in evaluating their sales channel pricing strategy?

Your channel pricing strategy and the individual elements of your channel pricing plan must first be weighed according to the likelihood that they can help you achieve your values and business goals, as well as the expectations of end-user customers.

If channel pricing is not aligned with values and business goals, chances are you’re missing opportunities to use channel compensation to more effectively motivate channel behavior and thereby achieve better financial results in the market.

Can and do all channel pricing programs influence dealer/distributor behavior?

Yes, and be careful what you ask for.

When you use a channel compensation plan to tell your channel partners what to do, chances are they’ll do it. And that includes changing their behavior–for good or for bad–to achieve the results you say you’re compensating them for.

For example, if you tell a channel partner to train all of his sales people on your product lines in order to receive a certain level of compensation, he’ll change his behavior and conduct the training. That’s because distributors are supportive of the concept of investing in capabilities that differentiate them from their competitors and thereby earn them differentiated pricing. It creates a win-win situation: you get more effective sales representation and your channel partner gets the differentiated pricing he wants.

Conversely, if you tell a channel partner he must achieve 15 percent growth in order to receive a certain level of compensation, he’ll change his behavior to do just that. But the change could be for the worse. The sales that are achieved might be at the expense of customer satisfaction, quality orders, receivables and returns. Often, the sales increase represents a shift in volume from one of your other distributors, resulting in flat sales to you, at a lower margin. In other words, the growth you pay the channel partner to generate might be completely contrary to your values and end-user customer expectations.

Are there common “pay-for-performance” practices that suppliers use to motivate channel partner behavior?

Suppliers use a number of incentives or penalties to encourage certain types of channel partner behavior like co-op advertising allowances and specification discounts. Of course, not using incentives or penalties can have the opposite effect by encouraging the channel partner to exhibit the opposite behavior.

Why do suppliers have trouble converting their channel partner discount structures to a “pay-for-performance” program?

First, unless specifically explained, channel partners often do not tie the discount received from the supplier to the activities the supplier has asked them to perform. When channel partners do not see the value in the activities, they focus on the costs of the activities.

Second, many suppliers do not differentiate the desired activities and the relative discount amounts associated with those activities. Channel partners that do perform the desired activities would like to be differentiated/rewarded for their support (versus those that do not perform the activities).

Third, many suppliers do not enforce the activity elements of their compensation systems by taking functional discounts away when they’re not earned. As a result, they pay for performance that is not earned and forfeit the corresponding margin dollars.

Does fine-tuning sales channel compensation help sustain long-term profitability and market share growth?

That’s correct. Carefully planned channel compensation systems do more than reward channel partners to sell. They also consider the values of the supplier and the expectations of the end-user, and they reward channel partners for helping achieve those goals.

In addition, channel compensation systems enforce the activities for which the channels are being compensated by having a mechanism in place to prevent margin dollars from being paid to channel partners that do not earn them.



HARGROVE