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[17 Dec 2009 | Comments Off | ]
Special Event Internet – Buyer Beware!

When planning for an event that requires internet at a rented venue, it is very important to know exactly what you actually need and the rules and regulations of the venue you are entering into an agreement with. It is a step that many planners neglect and may cost thousands of dollars to correct at the last minute, if it is even possible to accomplish with the available bandwidth. The key questions needed to be asked are as follows:
1)  How much bandwidth do you require? If you are a single …

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[25 Nov 2009 | Comments Off | ]
Energy Savings Tips

As companies and families alike look to cut costs in every which way, saving energy is probably one of the easiest and most efficient ways to save money, not to mention the “green” benefits it offers.
Fact: Turning off machines when they are not being used can result in enormous energy savings.
Here are some other facts, common misconceptions and simple fixes you can do to cut down on your monthly energy bills.
Saving Energy – Did You Know:

In the average home, 75% of the electricity used to power home electronics is consumed …

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[26 Aug 2009 | Comments Off | ]
Maximizing Your Trade Show Promotions

It can be a pretty deflating experience to hand a freebie to someone and watch them take 10 steps and chuck it in the nearest trash bin. The issue is probably not a lack of space in their bag, but the disposability of your giveaway item.
Best Trade Show Promotion Tip: Stick with Useful Items
The best way to maximize return on your trade show promotional items is to stick with something that people will find useful. Lanyards don’t come in that handy and a bottle of spring water with your company’s …

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[4 Aug 2009 | Comments Off | ]
Tips on Using a Microphone

Unless you’re one of those people that make Friday night karaoke a must-do every week, using a microphone isn’t part of a regular routine.
It’s easy to think of it as a tool to amplify your normal voice – and to an extent, it is. But there are certain techniques that make for effective microphone use and should be considered next time you get up in front of a live audience.
Vary your pitch, intonation, volume and rhythm in order to engage your audience and to give a sense of meaning to …

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[7 Jul 2009 | Comments Off | ]
Computer Equipment: Renting vs. Leasing

Buying isn’t always an option when it comes to computer equipment needs. So then the question arises, to rent or to lease?
Renting computer equipment is the ideal route to take if you’re working with a short-term timeframe. Maybe you’re running a three day convention, or you have an upcoming meeting that will wrap up by mid-afternoon. That’s when you want to rent. Leasing is a long-term commitment, and often comes with an extra hefty price tag if you decide to kill the contract early.
Rental computer equipment covers any range of …