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On May 17th 2012, after nearly 40 years as the Queen of Disco and First Lady of Love, Donna Summer died at her home in Naples, Florida. While Donna grew up in a strict religious household she would go on to be defined by the raunchy Disco music she made with hit music producer Giorgio Moroder. But when Donna passed away from cancer, the public had no idea she was even ill. Donna shrouded her final months in secrecy, with her death coming as a shock to extended family members. Even more shocking was the family's announcement of what they thought was the true cause of Donna's death so what really happened to Donna Summer? World-renowned Forensic Pathologist, Dr Michael Hunter needs to analyse every detail in the limited available information to piece together what was really going on in the Disco Diva's body to find the answers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What can we learn from Abraham Lincoln?
Abraham Lincoln said, “I am slow to understand; very fast to forget.”
He understood how important it is to keep learning. He also knew that there would come an occasion when he would need the ability to abandon old habits and learn new ones.
This is true for our businesses as well. No matter how well we plan for success, there will be times when we hit roadblocks and find ourselves stuck in an unproductive rut.
It is vital to continually learn and develop new skills. We must never stop learning, even after reaching the top of our success.
Lincoln had the right mindset. Lincoln understood that he could be more efficient in his business but that he couldn't quit learning.
There are two types entrepreneurs. Those who stay busy and those who stay smart.
Those who are busy concentrate on growing their businesses. They will be involved in product development, marketing strategies, customer service, or any other daily tasks.
While they might feel that they have made a significant contribution, often they are not. Unless these entrepreneurs are also focused on staying smarter, they won't achieve sustainable growth.
What separates successful entrepreneurs from average ones? The ability to adapt quickly and to change circumstances.
Successful entrepreneurs are always looking for ways to improve the products and services they offer when faced with difficulties.
The average businessperson, however, will continue to use outdated methods that don't work. They are unwilling to change their course of action until their business collapses.
It is essential to learn both the art of adapting and self-reflection in order for success.
What are three things you can learn from history?
History is filled with examples of how mistakes can be learned from. These lessons can be applied to the challenges of business today and turned into opportunities for growth.
The past teaches us that there is always another way to do things. There is always someone who thinks out of the box and takes risks to make themselves stand out.
History also shows us that it's often the underdogs who succeed. Look back at the times when an underdog won.
Look back on the past and learn from it. Learn from the failures and successes of others.
These lessons can help you improve the success rate.
What is the most important thing you should know about history?
There is no easy answer to this question. However, there are three main points to consider when thinking about learning. We must first realize that knowledge is power. We must also recognize the fact that knowledge is cumulative. Third, knowledge is constantly changing.
Knowledge is power because it empowers us to make better decisions and improve our lives. Perfect information would make it easy to make informed decisions. We would always do what we want without worrying about if it was right or wrong.
Knowledge is not just power; it's also cumulative. This means that once we've learned something, we continue to add more knowledge to our brains. As time passes, we get smarter and smarter. Knowledge accumulates.
Let's move on to the next point. Although knowledge is cumulative it doesn't remain static for very long. Knowledge is always changing. Scientists learn new facts and theories every day. Discoveries are made all the time.
Our culture is particularly dependent upon technology which allows us to access knowledge instantly. Technology allows us to store huge amounts of data electronically and share it with millions around the globe.
Globalization has changed how we think about technology. Globalization refers simply to the process by which ideas or products spread beyond borders. Because of globalization, knowledge is now accessible everywhere.
Anyone can access any information on the internet. Anybody can access the internet to read, watch movies, listen and play music, as well as surf the net. All these activities require knowledge.
While knowledge is becoming increasingly accessible, it is also becoming more specialized. There are hundreds of thousands upon thousands of websites today offering advice on topics like health, finance and business, as well as sports, travel, and cooking. These websites offer information on almost every topic you can think of.
However, if you search online for automotive-related products and services, there are only a handful of sites. There will not be thousands of sites that cover every subject. You'll only find a handful of sites that specialize in cars.
This is because experts can create and share valuable information in their particular fields. Experts are often experts in a specific field. They're also able to produce high-quality content that's targeted toward their specific audience.
Because consumers don't need to scroll through endless amounts of information, they can focus on a specific niche. Instead, they can focus their attention on a handful of websites with lots of useful content.
Experts also benefit from specialization because they can build strong businesses around their expertise. The buyer of a book expects the author will be knowledgeable enough to explain the subject clearly and concisely. He wants to be sure that the author understands what he is trying to communicate.
An expert who does not specialize risks losing out to potential customers who expect him be knowledgeable.
The scope of specialization doesn't stop at one area. Nowadays, specialists are not limited to one area. It could be that we are an accountant, a lawyer or a doctor. Or a teacher. Not only are we likely to be a parent or spouse, but also friends, family, and fans.
Experts argue that specialization is so common that it's impossible for one person to be an expert in all aspects of the same thing.
So, how do you become a specialist in multiple areas? The answer is simple: practice. You have to put in the time to learn. When you start to make progress, it's important to keep going until your skills are recognized by others.
Many industries today are dedicated to helping others accomplish this goal. Some courses, workshops, seminars, conferences, and even schools teach people how to gain knowledge quickly.
Can learning about history stop us from repeating past mistakes?
History repeats itself, because we continue to make the same mistakes repeatedly. We fail to learn from our mistakes. We don't change. We become complacent. We settle to mediocrity.
History repeats itself because we believe the same old stories. We live in a world where we've been conditioned to believe that there are fixed truths and immutable laws. These laws are unchangeable and we have no control over them.
This prevents us thinking critically. From questioning authority. From challenging assumptions. We can't learn if we don’t challenge our assumptions. We stagnate when we don’t grow. If we stagnate, then we make the exact same mistakes.
But history isn't the same because we continue making the same mistakes. History repeats because we refuse lessons from our mistakes and continue making them over and again.
Change your perception of the world and yourself to stop the cycle. Nothing is permanent. Everything is subject to constant flux.
Accepting uncertainty is the key to breaking this cycle. Accepting the possibility of things going wrong. To accept that we may not succeed. Accept that failure is possible.
Accept that you may not achieve your goals. Acceptance of this fact is okay. But, don't let it stop you from striving to improve.
If you hold fast to certainty, you'll always be stuck in the past. You'll never move forward if you cling to the idea that there are fixed truths.
You must let go if you want to be free. To move forward, you must give up control.
Statistics
- The classic clown stylings we know today have specific origins, according to u/Bodark34. (lifehacker.com)
- According to Smithsonian, mailing young James Beagle through postage cost only 15 cents, although his parents paid him $50. (medium.com)
- For example, your chance of survival might go from 10% to 30% in some zones. (lifehacker.com)
- According to the wiki Napoleon Bonaparte who led many successful battles during the French revolution and gained popularity as Little Corporal was 1.68 meters long, equivalent to 5 foot 6 inches, which is indeed the average height of men. (knownepal.net)
- During the Peak of her power, She commanded over 1,800 pirate ships and an estimated 80,000 men. (knownepal.net)
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How To
How did propaganda become marketing success?
The term "propaganda" was first used in 1879 when German sociologist Max Weber coined the word from the Greek word "praopagos" which means "to speak well." The word came from the Latin verb "propere," meaning "nearby" or "at hand," and the noun "agogos," meaning "speech or discourse." It's a "systematic attempt to influence attitudes and behavior."
George Orwell, a British journalist, wrote in his 1928 book, "Propaganda": "To understand propaganda's true nature, we need to realize that it does not have the intent to make people believe anything. It is only the intention of changing their beliefs...It is meant to make them accept one thing over another."
Edward Bernays (1891 - 1995), who served as Sigmund Freud's nephew and psychoanalyst, became famous after he invented the term "public relations" in 1922. He believed that "the conscious manipulation of the organised habits and opinions by the masses is an integral part of a democratic nation." In 1927, he founded the public relations firm "Bernays & Company," where he worked until 1955.
Bernays devised a technique called "engineering consent" to influence public opinion using advertising and publicity campaigns. This was from the 1920s to 1950s. His techniques were later adopted and used by mass media organizations such as Time Magazine. CBS News. NBC News. Newsweek. Bernays started working closely with government agencies and corporations after World War II. Johnson & Johnson were among his clients.
The tobacco industry was his most prominent client. In 1939, he helped Philip Morris develop a campaign against smoking, which resulted in the Surgeon General recommending that smoking should be banned indoors. The Cigarette Advertising Act was passed in 1965. It prohibited any advertisement for cigarettes in print media including newspapers and television.
He also advised President Franklin D Roosevelt on how to deal with the growing labor movement during the Great Depression. Bernays suggested to the president that he declare a "war against hunger" and use the federal government's ability to ensure adequate food supplies. This strategy made the government look like a benevolent father figure and helped the president win re-election in 1936.
Bernays began to promote the idea that radio listening could increase radio sales as radio popularity grew. In the 1930s, he introduced "branding" as well as "advertising". He believed that consumers could be influenced by appealing to their emotional side and making them feel special. So, he promoted the slogan: "Have your got what it take?" In 1933, he encouraged women to purchase war bonds.
In 1944, he created a political action committee called "Young People for Freedom." The goal of this group was to encourage Americans between 18 and 30 years old to vote Republican. Dwight Eisenhower won 1952 the presidency thanks to Bernays efforts.
Bernays convinced the CIA to stage a coup against Iran in 1953. Shah Reza Pahlevi replaced Mohammad Mosaddegh. He justified the move as necessary in order to stop Mosaddegh becoming the nationalist of Iranian oilfields. After the coup, Bernays wrote articles praising the new regime as a "moderate," "progressive," and "modernized" one.
Bernays has received numerous other awards throughout his professional career.
