Are you safe in the Internet ?

How often do you log onto the internet?  Daily? Several times per day? 

And how many of those times do you consider how your actions might impact your own safety and that of your family? How often do you think about being safe online?

You may not give it much thought as you go about your daily tasks, but it's time to start!

As parents, we put our children to bed each night and promise to watch over them.  We lock our doors, close the windows and ensure our home is a safe environment for our families.  Unfortunately while we're locking up physically, we forget about the very real threats that enter our lives via our own internet connection.  Sometimes those threats spam you, sometimes they just annoy you and, unfortunately, sometimes they do worse.  The increase in popularity of social networking, coupled with our increasing desire to share, connect and gain visibility is making it even easier for unsavory people to gain access to our personal lives and that of our families.

A Few Statistics

o   91% of online adults use social media regularly
o   69% of teens have their own computer
o   73% of teens are on a social networking site
o   There are more devices connected to the Internet than there are people on the Earth

Scary Statistics

o   1/3 of kids online have been contacted by a stranger and half of these were inappropriate contact
o   75% of youth who received an online sexual solicitation did not tell a parent
o   81% of parents of online youth say that kids aren't careful enough when giving out information
o   25% of teens have had an experience online that led to a face-to-face confrontation
o   From 2007-2009 MySpace deleted 90,000 accounts because they were created by registered sex offenders
o   4,000,000 children are posting content to the web everyday

Even Scarier Statistics

o   In 26 - 50% of online sex crimes against minors, offenders disseminated information and/or pictures of the victim through the victim's personal social networking site.
o   15% of Americans have never checked their social networking privacy and security account settings
o    Of the active adult users of Facebook, 66% reported they did not know privacy controls existed on Facebook and/or they did not know how to use the privacy controls.
o    24% of Americans say they are not at all confident in their ability to use privacy settings.
o    Only 18% of parents with children under 10 on Facebook are actually "friends" with their child on the site.
o    Only 62% of parents of teens ages 13-14 are "friends" with their child on Facebook.
o    Only 10% of parents of children aged 10 and under had frank talks about appropriate online behavior and threats.
o    30% of 7-12 year olds and 11% of 13-16 year olds say no one has spoken to them about staying safe online
o   76% of parents don't have rules about what their kids can do on the computer
o    72% of teens have a social networking profile and nearly half (47%) have a public profile viewable by ANYONE!
o    Teens often include the following information on their social networking profiles:
·         Real age (50%)
·         Photos of themselves (62%)
·         City they live in (41%)
·         School name/location (45%)
·         Videos of friends (16%)
·         Videos of themselves (14%)
·         Their cell phone number (14%)
·         Places where they typically go (9%)
o   26% of teens know someone something bad has happened to because of information or photos posted online.

Potential Dangers

1.      Strangers gain access to your family's private information

a.       Home address
b.      Phone number
c.       School information
d.      Family location
e.      Other personal information that can help identify you or your family offline

2.      Phishing scams
3.      Spammers gain access to your email or messaging system & send viruses in the form of an email from you
4.      Stalking or unwanted attention from strangers
5.      Identity theft
6.      Offline theft due to knowledge of homeowner's whereabouts
7.      Discrimination based on personal views and beliefs
8.      Exposure to bullying, hate or other negative materials
9.      Exposure to inappropriate content for minors
10.  Termination of employment due to inadvertently leaking sensitive work information or negativity towards an employer
11.  Encouraging negative behaviors by providing easy and frequent access to negativity and poor behavior from others along with a sense of anonymity

What To Do About It!

1.      Limit who can see what you post
2.      Limit what you post
3.      Don't create passwords that are common -- "Someone found out my Facebook password. GREAT! Now I have to change my dog's name!"
4.      Don't click on every funny or intriguing link you see
5.      Don't vent about your job, a friend, co-worker or boss online, EVER!
6.      If a friend sends you something that is out of character for them, don't open it! Contact them separately and ask if the message was from them. Their account may have been hacked!
7.      Be respectful of other's photos and personal information.  Don't share anything you don't have permission to share.

8.      Be aware of what you've done and posted online. Don't fall for messages that say "Ha Ha, did you really do this? (link)".  It's a virus!
9.      Review your personal profile. Don't share personal information even within the confines of your personal and private profile (year of birth, address, phone number, etc.)
10.  Don't allow children in your home to use social media unmonitored
11.  Talk to family members about online safety (this includes young and older family members)
12.  Know EVERY ONE of your child's friends online and ensure they've personally met everyone they have friended.
13.  Set ground rules for online safety the same as you would offline.  Remember Stranger Danger?
14.  Run regular virus scans on your home computers. A few good programs include:

a.      Symantec
b.      Norton
c.      McAfee
d.      Kapersky
e.      AVG

15.  Review the privacy settings on each of your social and sharing platforms
16.  If you are sharing pictures of children online, consider a private Flickr group that allows you to invite only specific viewers via email. Other sites specifically intended for photo sharing may also be good options. Just remember to check the privacy settings so you know who you are sharing with and turn off the geo-location settings so others can't see where photos you've uploaded directly from your phone were taken.

Social media and other online platforms offer wonderful opportunities to connect with friends and family.  They are a necessity for marketing your business and offer unbelievable opportunities when used correctly!  Just remember, you can't take it back!  Once you've published something online, it is available to other people and often search engines.  You can delete it from your own sight but you can never retract it!  Individuals and businesses alike have come face to face with this very hard reality.  You've lost control of your voice and often your own personal photos and information.  A careless comment, a thoughtless moment or an innocent photo can quickly turn into a nightmare for you! 

Take a moment to take your own safety and reputation seriously. Understand who may be looking at what you post online and take the extra time to determine if you really want to share your personal thoughts, views and photos as part of a a permanent record.  If you wouldn't want to see it in the newspaper headlines tomorrow then reconsider posting it online today.

Do you have concerns about being safe online?  Share your questions, concerns and the solutions you've come up with to protect your own privacy in a world where sharing rules!

Tribute to my Elder Father

Tribute to my Elder Father

Name : Dilli Kumar Hyoju
Cause of Death = Brain Stroke
Date = 2016 18th of May
Age = 96

Words cannot express the shock I had on hearing the news about your sudden demise. It is difficult to believe but yet to come to the reality , everyone of us has to cross this phenomenon one day. The only difference is time.

Thanks to a bit that we talked a little while we visited the home. To talk about his character, he was strong resilent and positive person, easy to handle even at his age of ninety six. Having living with diabetes for 50 years he was very disciplined in terms of eating habits and medications. He never ever complained but cautiously accepted whatever came.

We were planing for his 100 years but then his younger brother ( my father ) pass away. That was 3 months ago. I could see his tears and saying as wishper " My younger brother - The legendry has expired . The end is near for me too. No one can fight the end and it is universal truth."

In the name of god I would like to pray both souls rest in peace. Now it is the time for the next generation to lead.
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POEM 

Good Bye My Fathers.

1. Bishnu Kumar Hyoju 91 = 2016 Feb 9
2. Dilli Kumar Hyoju  96 = 2016 May 18

Goodbye I have to say
One for a  few months ago on a cold winter day
Other for this day in the month of may

I’ll remember the good times and try not to be sad
But saying goodbye to fathers still hurts so bad

We miss you both more then we can express
Our love for you will never grow less

We keep trying to imagine how we will go on
We realize tomorrow is another dawn

We know you’re in heaven above
Looking down on us with all your love

Only to whisper in our ear
Remember that we'll never stopped loving you dear

We’ll always remember the good times we had
Remember the men, our wonderful Dads

We’ll remember you each and every day
And if We need to talk to you, We’ll just sit down and pray

One day we’ll be together again
To talk about all the places we been

Until the time We’ll always treasure
Having you for a Dad was such a great pleasure.

REST IN PEACE.

You are not everyone’s cup of tea and that is OK.

The world is filled with people who, no matter what you do, no matter what you try, will simply not like you. But the world is also filled with those who will love you fiercely. The ones who love you: they are your people.

Don’t waste your finite time and heart trying to convince people who aren’t your people that you have value. They will miss it completely. They won’t buy what you are selling. Don’t try to convince them to walk your path with you because you will only waste your time and your emotional good health. You are not for them and they are not for you. You are not their cup of tea and they are not yours.

Politely wave them along and you move away as well. Seek to share your path with those who recognize and appreciate your gifts, who you are.

Be who you are. You are not everyone’s cup of tea and that is OK.

A TRIBUTE TO MY DAD

My father died on February 9, 2016 at the age of 91, a little over a month after being diagnosed with brain stroke and lungs infection.

As I was thinking about writing a tribute to my Dad I thought -- How can I say a few words that do justice to all of the years of love and strength that Dad gave us?  I hope that the real tribute to Dad will be the actions of my (our) lives -- that we are a testament to the love and lessons that he instilled in us all! HOWEVER WITH GREAT RESPECT AND LOVE , I am writing this as my tribute to him.

Before I tell a story about my Dad I wanted to relate to you a bit about the strength behind my Dad – my Mom. As a son I never realized the dedicated love that she had for my father – we always knew the love she had for us by all of the selfless things she did for us without ever fussing or even letting us know what she was doing – but we did Mom – and that love was always there! . What I just realized this past week during my Dad’s stay at the hospital was that same dedicated love for my father that I never saw – but knew was always there. To see my Mom care for my Dad this last week – from the gentle cleaning of his face, to the constant adjusting of his bed sheets (and sometimes MANY layers of blankets), to the up and down and back and forth to the bathroom, was to see that love demonstrated in action. That made me realize the quiet, selfless, caring loving way of affection that my Mom had for my Dad that I never really knew or appreciated – THANKS MOM!! – but this story is about my Dad so ...

I CERTAINLY HAD A GREAT DAD.

When you’re young, every little boy thinks his dad can do anything. But, as I got older I realized that in my dad’s case it was true. We had much age difference close to 60 years. He was one of the most talented and respected men I’ve ever known.

The Lord gifted him with a mind that could figure things out and I never knew him apply himself to a problem or something that needed fixing or something he wanted to build where he didn’t figure it out.

He never compromised to deliver strength and support in terms of our education. I and my siblings were put to one of the very best schools in town which has been baseline support for all to come to this position. His leadership quality was praised all the time and people followed his recommendations and decisions.

HE MADE MANY MEN A MAN.

My dad was a very helpful character. His help and support made many people achieve goal in life. He held hands of helpless people supported them and taught them to function who now are one of the finest businessmen.

The afternoon before he died, I was able to sit by his bed and hold his hands that were going to be cold. I don’t know if he was able to hear me but my prayer is that he was comforted by the words he knew so well.

I told him....
You taught us to be strong and resilient.... My mother, brother, sister and I are going to be okay when you are no longer with us. There is nothing to worry DAD ... please stay peaceful........ because now I am gonna follow you to be another great Dad and wont let your story end.

THIS IS MY BEGINING.......


Bishnu Kumar Hyoju
Born : 18 February 1926
Left : 09th February 2016
Cause of loss: Brain Stroke , Lungs Malfunctioning.

Client/Customer do not come first.

Client/Customer do not come first. Employees come.
If you take care of your employees, they will take care of Clients/Customers.

What, Exactly, Is Business Development?

What, Exactly, Is Business Development?

“I do biz dev.”

Few times in history have more ambiguous words been spoken.  Ask ten “VPs of Business Development” or similarly business card-ed folks what is business development, and you’re like to get just as many answers.

“Business development is sales,” some will say, concisely.

“Business development is partnerships,” others will say, vaguely.

“Business development is hustling,” the startup folks will say, evasively.

The assortment of varied and often contradictory responses to the basic question of “what, exactly, is business development” reminds me of the way physicists seek to explain what, exactly, is the universe.With conflicting theories on the nature of black holes and bosons, the ultimate goal for those scientists is a Grand Unified Theory, a single definition that can elegantly explain how the universe itself operates at every level.

Lacking any concise explanation of what business development is all about, I sought to unite the varied forces of business development into one comprehensive framework. And eureka, for I have found it - the Grand Unified Theory of business development:

Business development is the creation of long-term value for an organization from customers, markets, and relationships.

There is elegance in simplicity, but perhaps this definition leaves you wanting more.  At its heart, business development is all about figuring out how the interactions of those forces combine together to create opportunities for growth. 


Long-Term Value

First, what do I mean by “long-term value?”  In its simplest form, “value” is cash, money, the lifeblood of any business (but it can also be access, prestige, or anything else a company seeks in order to grow).  And there are plenty of ways to make a quick buck for you or your company.  But business development is not about get-rich-quick schemes and I-win-you-lose tactics that create value that’s gone tomorrow as easily as it came today.  It’s about creating opportunities for that value to persist over the long-term, to keep the floodgates open so that value can flow indefinitely.  Thinking about business development as a means to creating long-term value is the only true way to succeed in consistently growing an organization.

Customers

The “customers” portion of the definition may be slightly more obvious – customers pay the bills.  They are the people who pay you for your products and services, and without them you won’t have any business to develop.  But not everyone is a natural customer for your business. Maybe your product doesn’t have the features I’m looking for.  Maybe your product is perfect, but I don’t even know your company sells it.  Or maybe you’re not reaching me because you’re not knocking on my door.

Markets

That’s because customers “live” in specific markets.  One way to understand markets is by geography – if I only focus on selling in the U.S. but you reside in London,  then you are currently unavailable to me as a customer as I do not currently reach the European market.  But customers also “live” in markets that are defined by their demographics, lifestyles, and buying mindset.  Identifying opportunities to reach new customers by entering into new markets is one important gateway to unlocking long-term value.

Take for example the Pet Owners market.  The customers who live there, of course, are people who own cats, dogs, fish, etc.  Petco is a company that clearly sells to customers who live in the Pet Owners market.  I, on the other hand, do not have a pet.  I don’t live in the Pet Owner market. So what if Petco wanted to sell something to me? Then they’d need to find a way to enter into a market where I do live.  For example, I have red-hair and pale skin and as such, I am prone to spontaneously combusting when exposed to the sun.  Therefore, one market that I “live” in is the Sunscreen Buyers market.  If Petco wanted to sell something to me, perhaps they can find a way to enter into that market by offering sunscreen, hats, or sun-reflecting aluminum foil suits.  Now, determining whether that’s a good idea or not for Petco to do so is a job for the business development team – and another story for another blog post.

Relationships

And then there were “relationships.”  Just as the planets and stars rely on gravity to keep them in orbit, any successful business development effort relies on an underlying foundation of strong relationships.  Building, managing, and leveraging relationships that are based on trust, respect, and a mutual appreciation of each other’s value is fundamental to enabling the flow of value for the long-term.  Relationships with partners, customers, employees, the press, etc. are all critical to the success of any business development effort and as such they demand a bold-faced spot in any comprehensive definition of the term.

So, is business development actually sales?  Is it partnerships?  Is it all about hustling? Well, frankly, yes.  It’s all of the above and as we’ll see in future posts, it’s much more.  It’s a complicated and fascinating discipline that deserves a clear understanding, so that we can marvel at the beauty of a well-done deal as much as the stars.

The Role of the Business Development Manager

A Business Development Manager works to improve an organization’s market position and achieve financial growth. This person defines long-term organizational strategic goals, builds key customer relationships, identifies business opportunities, negotiates and closes business deals and maintains extensive knowledge of current market conditions. Business Development Managers work in a senior sales position within the company. It is their job to work with the internal team, marketing staff, and other managers to increase sales opportunities and thereby maximize revenue for their organization. To achieve this, they need to find potential new customers, present to them, ultimately convert them into clients, and continue to grow business in the future. Business Development Managers will also help manage existing clients and ensure they stay satisfied and positive. They call on clients, often being required to make presentations on solutions and services that meet or predict their clients’ future needs.

Job Description

The primary role of the Business Development Manager is to prospect for new clients by networking, cold calling, advertising or other means of generating interest from potential clients. They must then plan persuasive approaches and pitches that will convince potential clients to do business with the company. They must develop a rapport with new clients, and set targets for sales and provide support that will continually improve the relationship. They are also required to grow and retain existing accounts by presenting new solutions and services to clients. Business Development Managers work with mid and senior level management, marketing, and technical staff. He/she may manage the activities of others responsible for developing business for the company. Strategic planning is a key part of this job description, since it is the business manager’s responsibility to develop the pipeline of new business coming in to the company. This requires a thorough knowledge of the market, the solutions/services the company can provide, and of the company’s competitors. While the exact responsibilities will vary from company to company, the main duties of the Business Development Manager can be summarized as follows:

New Business Development

• Prospect for potential new clients and turn this into increased business.
• Cold call as appropriate within your market or geographic area to ensure a robust pipeline of opportunities. * Meet potential clients by growing, maintaining, and leveraging your network.
• Identify potential clients, and the decision makers within the client organization.
• Research and build relationships with new clients.
• Set up meetings between client decision makers and company’s practice leaders/Principals.
• Plan approaches and pitches. * Work with team to develop proposals that speaks to the client’s needs, concerns, and objectives.
• Participate in pricing the solution/service.
• Handle objections by clarifying, emphasizing agreements and working through differences to a positive conclusion. * Use a variety of styles to persuade or negotiate appropriately.
• Present an image that mirrors that of the client.

Client Retention

• Present new products and services and enhance existing relationships.
• Work with technical staff and other internal colleagues to meet customer needs.
• Arrange and participate in internal and external client debriefs.

Business Development Planning

• Attend industry functions, such as association events and conferences, and provide feedback and information on market and creative trends.
• Present to and consult with mid and senior level management on business trends with a view to developing new services, products, and distribution channels.
• Identify opportunities for campaigns, services, and distribution channels that will lead to an increase in sales.
• Using knowledge of the market and competitors, identify and develop the company’s unique selling propositions and differentiators.

Management and Research

• Submit weekly progress reports and ensure data is accurate.
• Ensure that data is accurately entered and managed within the company’s CRM or other sales management system.
• Forecast sales targets and ensure they are met by the team.
• Track and record activity on accounts and help to close deals to meet these targets.
• Work with marketing staff to ensure that prerequisites (like prequalification or getting on a vendor list) are fulfilled within a timely manner.
• Ensure all team members represent the company in the best light.
• Present business development training and mentoring to business developers and other internal staff.
• Research and develop a thorough understanding of the company’s people and capabilities.
• Understand the company’s goal and purpose so that will continual to enhance the company’s performance.

Education

Business development management positions require a bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years of sales or marketing experience. An MBA is often requested as well.

Other Skills and Qualifications

Networking, Persuasion, Prospecting, Public Speaking, Research, Writing, Closing Skills, Motivation for Sales, Prospecting Skills, Sales Planning, Identification of Customer Needs and Challenges, Territory Management, Market Knowledge, Meeting Sales Goals, Professionalism, CRM, and Microsoft Office.

Why You Should Never Stay in The Same Job For More Than 4 Years

This is not your father’s job market. Long gone are the company lifers from yesterday who invest their entire careers to a single position within a company. Welcome to the age of job promiscuity, where regularly changing jobs is not only tolerated, it is encouraged.



This paradigm shift is a fairly recent phenomenon and can arguably be traced back to the .com rise and fall of the late nineties. Regardless of the reasons for the shift, the current employment climate relies on greater personnel manoeuvrability and agility. As such, you will notice that fewer and fewer people are staying in their jobs for periods longer than 3 or 4 years. Here is why you should be one of these people.






Rapidly evolving skill sets


It is human nature to get comfortable and settle into a predictable routine. If you are able to perform your job competently, there may be little motivation to consistently be improving or updating your skill sets. If this describes you, don’t worry – you are not alone. But you may want to check out what’s happening on the job market. Companies are evolving daily how they do business and how they staff their positions. What is a necessary skill set today may not be required tomorrow. And vice versa. If you have been at your job for a number of years, check out Monster’s job search section and find comparable jobs that are currently open. Take a look at the job requirements and see if they match your skill set. You may be surprised what employers are currently looking for.



Technological advancements


As technology evolves so does the face of entire industries. If you are working a technical job, keep your finger on the pulse of what is happening in your industry. While your current employer may not be adopting new platforms or technologies, their competitor’s might. If you are, say, a Windows Systems Administrator and have been with your company for several years, there may be entire lines of software and hardware that is completely foreign to you. If you haven’t been keeping up with these changes over the years, you may have a hard time taking the next step in your career. You don’t want to become a dinosaur in your industry by staying at a job for too long.



Perception


Imagine you are on a date and discover that your companion has just come out of a 12-year relationship. Think about how you would perceive that person and how they may relate to you. Unfair or not, you will make assumptions based on the longevity of their previous relationship. Your reaction would not be unlike that of a hiring manager when evaluating the resume of a candidate who spent the preceding 12 years working for another company.
Will this person be easy to train?
Will he/she adapt well to a new environment?
What made this person leave after so many years?
Are their skill sets up to date?
Are they motivated?


The questions are endless and can be enough to put off a potential employer.






Career Advancement


While you can remain in the employ of a company for many years, holding onto the same position for more than 4 years can be problematic. If you have aspirations to evolve within your company, you should be looking to do so within 2 years of joining. If you have been in the same seat for 4 years, you may want to consider other options.



For example, if you are happy with your employer but stuck in a position with no growth, you can try branching out to other departments within the same company. Additionally, many companies also offer continuing education benefits so inquire as to whether you can qualify for some subsidised courses to help grow your skills. As always, you should consult with your manager if you are feeling this way as they are in a great position to be able to advise you. The key factor here is to always keep moving forward; stay ahead of the competition by keeping your eyes ahead of you.


Do keep in mind that being a little too promiscuous with your career can also be damaging. Jumping from job to job is rarely seen in a positive light as it can give the impression that you are not reliable or dependable. Also, jumping from job to job can affect your seniority and can often feel as if you are taking a step backwards whenever you join a new team.


As with anything in life, think carefully before making any major career decisions and do take the time to see what is happening in your respective industry to see how it can benefit your career. Just don’t let yourself become stagnant where you are. Exploration is vital to keeping you excited and motivated about your work. Thinking of changing your career? Wake up!