Mind Mapping and the Ambidextrous Mind (part 2 of 2)

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Through mind mapping, you can be propelled to develop the ambidextrous mind. With just one topic, you will be able to diffuse the thoughts into lateral and vertical thinking. Practice mind mapping so that next time you have an issue, situation, or problem to solve, you can address it comprehensively. You can expect creative responses and solutions.

The brain’s functional mechanism is the basis for mind mapping. It can evoke the power of the super brain while triggering the thought process. Therefore, mind mapping can serve as the tool for encouraging whole-brain or ambidextrous thinking.

Business individuals will surely benefit a lot from an ambidextrous mind. Well, you can’t use mind mapping today and expect an immediate result the day after. The ambidextrous mind should be developed over time. You need to practice mind mapping everyday until you finally master it. If you want better and more effective results, mind mapping should be practiced continuously because that’s the only way to encourage the ambidextrous mind.

Very few individuals have the ability to use both sides of their brain and if you’re gifted with such ability, you should be thankful for it. You have to use your ambidextrous mind to contribute goodness in the workplace and in the community. You can even show your colleagues, friends and family how you do it.

Remember that mind mapping is not as hard as you think. If you can find a good teacher who will teach you about mind mapping, then go ahead. Who knows, you might be able learn how to use the two hemispheres of your brain in no time at all.

Mind Mapping and the Ambidextrous Mind (part 1 of 2)

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If you’re a right-handed individual, you often use your left hand with limitations. That is also true with left-handed individuals. Very few people can use both their hands with dexterity. These people are called ambidextrous and very good examples are Harry Truman, Fleming, Einstein, Leonardo da Vinci, and Michelangelo. Ambidextrous can also be the ability to handle various tasks simultaneously. In this article, you will learn more about mind mapping and its connection to being ambidextrous.

In today’s modern times, people are already used to handling multiple tasks at the same time. You’ve probably seen your Mom talking on the phone, cooking, and attending the laundry concurrently. While you’re doing different tasks simultaneously, your brain’s left and right hemispheres is also juggling the tasks. Thinking activities on the brain’s right hemisphere includes easy comprehension, subjectivity, and strong intuition. The left hemisphere is attributed by rational, analytical, and logical thinking.

It is often hard to use both hemispheres of the brain at the same instance but it can be developed after some time especially if you’re determined to learn more about it.

Once you’ve mastered using both hemispheres of the brain, you already have the so-called ambidextrous mind. Each hemisphere has its own attributes and if you’re able to use them together, your brain’s capacity can be optimized. Aside from that, an optimized brain is able to enhance brain output and increase awareness.

You too can attempt to have an ambidextrous mind. You should develop your analytical skills, while trying to be reasonable and reflective of your tasks. By doing so, you can deepen your logical ability, creativity, imagination, and you might also be able to find links and associations to increase your awareness.

Spending Your Lake Tahoe Vacation in the Northstar Resort (part 2 of 2)

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When you get hungry, there are dining facilities and restaurants nearby so you don’t have to go very far. These restaurants are namely Martis Valley Grille, True North, Chilly Pepper’s Cantina, The Lodge at Big Springs and the Summit Deck Grille.  Here, you can have something as simple as a burger or hotdog to something juicier like a well done steak.

For those who want to warm themselves up, they can drink some free wine as there is a tasting activity done every Saturday during the winter season served with some appetizers.

The Northstar Resort is open all year round so you can come here anytime you want. In fact, some people don’t just come here to relax but also to have special events like anniversaries, conferences, seminars, trainings and weddings.

If you want to know more about what Northstar has to offer, check out their website. If what you see is worth seeing for yourself, you can let your travel agent make a reservation or do this on our own.

A Lake Tahoe vacation is truly something you should try out with your entire family. While some can drive there, there is an airport nearby and a shuttle waiting once you get off the plane.

If you look at the rates posted on their various services, the price difference is not that far during the regular season and the peak season. In most cases, the rate is the same or it is higher by only $2.  So what are you waiting for? Make Lake Tahoe vacation the next place to visit this holiday season.

Spending Your Lake Tahoe Vacation in the Northstar Resort (part 1 of 2)

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If you are planning to spend a Lake Tahoe vacation with your family, there are many places to choose from and one of these which happen to be by the slopes is Northstar Resort.

Northstar Resort boasts that it has a lot to offer to its guests. Depending on your budget, you can stay in a hotel room, a family friendly condominium or a 5 star bedroom mountain home.

Just six miles from the lake itself, you can go from one side of the mountain to the other by riding one of the lifts. The resort has a total of 16 lifts. There is the express gondola, quad chairlift, triple chairlift, double chairlift, surface lift and the magic carpet. While the rates of the lifts vary, you can get discount coupons so you don’t have to pay the full amount.

One of the most popular activities that people do up here is skiing and you can do that over a 40 kilometer scenic trail.  You can rent equipment if you did not bring your own and even sign up for a lesson if you want to learn how to do it.

A lot of people who were surveyed have said that skiing in Northstar is the best because the backside has plenty of challenging blacks, while the front side is well-protected from the wind. While other ski resorts in the area may have to close due to bad weather, surprisingly this place is still open.

If you don’t want to ski, you can try some other activities like snowboarding, tubing, geocaching, joining a mountain tour and a lot more.  For those who want to be alone, they can go for a hike as there are over 70 hiking trails to choose from.

Kitesurfing Gear – Things You Need to Know (part 2 of 2)

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Foil kites are generally used by seasoned kitesurfers, as they give more speed. The air pockets allow it to move faster. However, once it ends up in the water, it needs to be dried up before it can be launched again. That is why it is seldom used on water but only on snow.

Another gear is the kiteboard. This is generally smaller than a surfboard or windsurf board, but with the same form. It can be the directional type, which is more buoyant and goes in one direction. Or it can be the wakeboard type, which is bi-directional and may be of any width or length. The board has straps for easier attachment to the foot.

Attached to the kite are flying lines. The number of lines and their length may differ for every rider. At the other end of the flying lines is the control bar, which is held by the rider to control the kite. A kite harness worn by the rider is attached to the control bar.

Other equipments that provide safety are life vests and helmets.

There are many sources of kitesurfing gear. You can visit sports stores or websites. You may purchase not only new equipment but used ones as well. Whatever equipment you choose, the important thing is to inspect the equipment not only upon purchase but also before and after you use them.

Defective equipment is one reason why some accidents happen. Make sure that your gear is in good condition always. Lastly, observe all safety rules and code of conduct to avoid danger to others and to you as well.

Kitesurfing Gear – Things You Need to Know (part 1 of 2)

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Kitesurfing is the latest craze to hit the world of extreme sports. While the sport may seem new to most people, its roots can be traced back in 14th century China, where kites where used to drag canoes at sea. Through the years, the concept has evolved until it became what it is to us now – kitesurfing. And just as the sport has evolved, so too has the equipment.  If you are new to the sport, the first thing that you would then ask is – what kitesurfing gear do we need?

Enrolling in a kitesurfing school will tell you what gear you need. While learning on your own may be less expensive, things can better be understood when there is someone to teach you. Also, this is the chance for you to try on the equipment without having to buy them yet.

The first thing you'll need is some kitesurfing clothing. Most kitesurfers use wetsuits, as they protect the user from strong winds. This type of suit is most suitable during cold weather, as they keep the body warm. For warmer climates, shorter wet suits are used. Others use ordinary bathing suits and board shorts.

The key is to keep the clothes as thin as possible so that you wouldn't have a hard time putting other equipment like life vest and kite harness. More importantly, the clothes must protect the rider from the elements.

The kite is also another gear that you need. The kind of kite depends on the surfer's capacity. This may be of the inflatable type, or foil type. Inflatable kites have different aspect ratio fit for any type of kitesurfer. Lower aspect ratio means the kite is easier to fly.

Last Minute Vacation Ideas (part 2 of 2)

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Mystery tours are arguably the most popular type of train tour. A mystery tour may take a few hours to an entire weekend. Passengers will have to determine who the murderer is before the last victim dies.

Historical tours are also in the offing. Some train tours, for instance, let you experience a staged coach robbery and maybe a couple of minutes of staged gunfight between cops and robbers.

If you’re lucky and you’re traveling in a group, you can even have the entire train reserved for you. Some may even allow you to attach an additional car and have it served as your private dining hall or ballroom.

With train tours, you don’t have to worry about your travel itinerary because everything will be taken care of for you.

Join another tour.
Train tours are not the only kind of tour you can enjoy at the last minute. If eating for you is an art, there are food tours for you to enjoy. Food tours generally involve visiting different types of restaurants, marketplaces, and other food-related establishments. There are also wine-tasting tours for wine connoisseurs, nature tours for lovers of Mother Nature, and many other types. Use the Internet to find the ideal tour for you.

Rough it out.
Rent an RV and start exploring any of the dozens of national parks in the country. Be one with nature and get up close and personal with creatures you used to see only behind zoo bars.

Take a cruise.
Finally, if living in the lap of luxury is what you’re after then you should take a cruise. There’s always one leaving during the weekend so even if you’re arranging for last minute bookings, there’s sure to be a seat for you!

Last Minute Vacation Ideas (part 1 of 2)

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Last minute vacations don’t have to be spent in hole-in-the-corner hotels and doing the same things again. With a bit of creativity, an adventurous spirit and resourcefulness, you can enjoy a unique and wonderful last minute vacation without going over-budget. Here are a few ideas to get you started.

Choose somewhere near.
Don’t be so hasty in thinking that nothing at home can offer you enjoyment. Sometimes, the best things are right in front us and it’s only their proximity that makes us blind to their beauty.

Vacationing somewhere near also comes with a variety of benefits. For one thing, you won’t have to spend much on transportation. Secondly, if an emergency comes up at home or work, you can get back right away. Last but not the least, making arrangements for your vacation is also easier because you can verify your reservations directly with the source.

Enjoy more quality time at family camps.
There’s always one running any time of the year. The activities involved in a family camp vary so it’s important to find one that can offer entertainment for every member of the family. These camps are a bit costly, but they’re worth every penny because they give your family a chance to get to know each other better and be closer to one another, an experience that not even five-star hotels and the best beach resorts can match.

Get away with a train tour.
Train tours may only be composed of one meal or occupy your entire weekend. During Fridays and Saturdays, train tour companies often offer dinner rides and weekend getaways for guests. Sundays are special; they’re reserved for the family and with respect to the resumption of work and classes on the following days, rides are usually scheduled for breakfast, brunch, or lunch.

Learn To Draw Cartoons (part 2 of 2)

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Add Some Drama: Use Emotions!

Don’t forget to add emotions to your main character. May it be a cheeky grin or raised eyebrows, whatever variation you put on his/her features can help in giving him/her more character, life and personality. Unless you intend your main character to be totally expressionless and still, it’s rewarding to give it emotions. If they are scared or angry, you could emphasize this using the next step.

Add Some Life: Use Color!

Assuming that you would be displaying strip on your Web site or you would be printing it off from your colored printer, it is best that you add color to your work. This would give people variety to look at. It also helps give more life to your cartoon. Remember, since cartoons are not always depicting reality, having a non-realistic colored character is all right, take the Pink Panther for instance.

Add Some Depth: Use Shading

Adding a few strokes of shading would go a long way for cartoons. Your readers’ minds would fill out the blanks. Thus, you do not really have to draw each strand of hair, if your character has a hairy leg. Just place enough strands and some hints. Their imagination would do its job and join the dots. In fact, this is extremely effective and would allow your readers to develop their imaginations.

Add Environment: Use A Background

Like shading, this doesn't require too much detail. Placing a pyramid shaped outline if your character is in Egypt would do fine. You do not have to draw the Sphinx, unless your storyline requires it.

Let Them Speak: Add Some Caption

The final touch in giving your character life is by letting is speak. It doesn’t matter if it’s an animal or human. They do speak. Decide whether you are going to put the lines on a speech bubble or simply below the cartoon box.

Learn To Draw Cartoons (part 1 of 2)

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One of the most famous and favourite form of drawings would be cartoons. These are very fun to watch or read. If you want to learn to draw cartoons, here are the basic things you should know for you to be able to start out creating your own.

Choose Your Medium: Still Or Moving?

The medium that you would be using is very important. This would have an effect on the overall impact and look of your work. What is it that you want to do? Do you want to go for single cartoons or cartoon strips like the ones you get to see on the comic page of your newspaper or do you want to have a full scale movie? Picking one would affect how you start. However, for beginners, it would be best to save the movie later!

Who’s Your Main Character?

Pick out a main character. Is it a male or female? Is it human or an animal, or maybe a vegetable perhaps? What are its main features? Usually, cartoons have exaggerated features and roughly ignore other ones.

Start Off By Sketching

If you have seen a movie storyboard, you'll know that it’s just a rough outline and overview of what would be happening on a certain scene. It doesn’t have full blown details on it. If you want to draw a strip, it would be better for you to plan out what would be happening in each of your frames. Get the summary of what you want your final cartoon to look like.

Develop Your Main Character

Doing this would take some time. It's way better to at least draw something than be agonized over the exact placement of each line. Try to see early Mickey Mouse cartoons or even early episodes of the Simpsons. Try to compare these to the present and you’ll see that the characters have evolved over the years.

iPod Touch in Auction Stores (part 2 of 2)

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Choose only the Power Sellers whenever you make an online purchase at the auction store. This ensures quality of the product or service. iPods and the new generation iPod Touch costs anywhere between $50 - $450, depending on the model (1GB -32GB). Make sure that you set a budget for the iPod and then purchase the model that you can afford.

Don’t forget to read the policy of the auction and if you have any doubts or questions, you can simply ask the auction site.  Never proceed with any transaction especially when you’re in doubt. Don’t forget to check the shipping cost and the time it takes to deliver the item to you. This is also an important consideration.

These are the things that you need to consider before you purchase from an auction store online. It may take some time before you can decide which auction site to choose but at least you can be sure that you’re protected. Check out auction sites like eBay, as well as other prominent sites. Your efforts will be rewarded once you find the appropriate website where you can buy the new iPod Touch for a discounted price. It’s definitely a good deal if you can get the new iPod Touch at a lesser price.

So what are you waiting for? Start looking for the best auction site online. This is your key to finding a cheaper model of the iPod Touch and you can choose among the 8, 16, or 32GB models. Soon you will be enjoying your media player at home, in the office, or anywhere else you plan to go.

Take your time in checking out various auction sites to ensure customer safety.

iPod Touch in Auction Stores (part 1 of 2)

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Are you trying to look for an iPod Touch in an auction store online? Well, thanks to the internet, it’s very easy nowadays to access different auction stores online. It is a good place to buy iPod Touch at a discount. Good bargains can be found online, particularly in auction sites. Are you familiar with eBay, Amazon and such? They are auction stores where you can get discounted prices of different items.

There are some advantages when purchasing the iPod Touch in auction sites. Why is the price of the iPod Touch cheaper? Well, the overhead costs incurred by the sellers are relatively lower and so they can sell the units at a cheaper price. If you’re after convenience, shopping for an iPod Touch online is the best way. You can carry out the transaction at home or even in the office as long as there is a fast internet connection. In just a couple of days, you can already get your new iPod Touch.

Before you purchase in an auction store like eBay, there are some things that you need to keep in mind.

There are lots of scammers online and you need to access only the reputable sites. That way, you can be protected from identity thieves. Prominent auction stores usually cover buyers just in case they encounter potential frauds; eBay covers about $2,000. You also need to ensure that you buy a genuine unit of the iPod Touch. There are already imitations of iPods being sold in the market today, so watch out for fakes. If there are negative feedbacks from previous buyers, you will need to think twice.

How to Perform Magic Tricks on the Streets (part 2 of 2)

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Wearing a comfortable outfit is just a small part of the show. To draw a crowd, you have to select a place that has a lot of traffic as this will likely attract more attention. A good example could be near the subway station. Ideally, the area should be closed off to vehicular traffic. If there is a place where street magic is done regularly, find a spot there to put on your show.

The first act is the most important so make sure that it is very good so that others who walk by will stop and see what is going on. Make sure to make your voice loud yet clear so even people in the back can hear what you are saying. As mentioned before, get people from the audience to help you out because street magicians do not have any assistants whenever they perform a show.

When you are ending the act, don’t forget to ask for donations by putting a hat on the ground or carrying this around the crowd. Most people give a small contribution which is not bad for a few minutes of work. Don’t forget to thank them and try to come up with better tricks so there is always something different each time you go to your spot.

Performing magic tricks in the streets won’t help you make a fortune but it is a lot of fun. Who knows? You could get lucky and someone there in the audience could just give you that big break you were looking for or maybe hire you to do a small gig which will probably pay more than the dollars and pennies you find inside that hat.

How to Perform Magic Tricks on the Streets (part 1 of 2)

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Ever seen David Blaine perform magic tricks? Most of these can be seen on television and you can do the same thing with the proper training. But how do you get started?

What you wear on the street is different from what you wear in a children’s party so don’t even think of wearing a tall black hat and suit. But still, you will need to wear a comfortable outfit and don’t forget to bring with you some tools for the trick.

To become a street magician, you must first learn some simple magic tricks. Ideally, these should have a lot of movement and color so that you will not only get the attention of a few people but a crowd. Some examples of those being used often include cards, coins, levitation and rings.

So you know nothing will go wrong, call a few friends over and perform in front of them. If the magic tricks go without any hitches, then good for you. Just keep practicing and do it also in front of others since this will help build your confidence. However, if there are some mistakes, be sure to fix it and don’t be afraid to get some feedback from them.

To be a good magician, you also have to a good entertainer. You achieve that by adding dialogue or a script to your act. Making people laugh and smile is a sign that you are amusing them. Once you have enough skill, you can get someone from the audience to help you perform the act so he or she can feel that they are part of the show.

People In Your Neighbourhood: Home Inspector (part 2 of 2)

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Home inspectors could study Associate of Applied Science in Building Inspection Technology.  This would help home inspectors understand the utility systems and carpentry to make sure that they would be making better decisions or evaluation of homes and buildings.

Home inspectors would do three types of inspection: structural and safety inspection, financial valuation and comprehensive inspection.  Structural and safety inspection is commonly done when checking new and previously-owned houses.  Financial inspection is done when the inspector is working for insurance and financial company and it is performed to create a comprehensive report about the house’s status.

A comprehensive home inspection, meanwhile, is about performing structural and safety inspection but on a more detailed level.  Comprehensive inspection would include the detailed resolutions to detected home problems.

They would also have job limitations.  The first thing is that home inspectors are not there to give their opinion to whether you should buy the house or not.  That decision depends on the client.  But gathering enough information on the status of the house from the inspector can make the client have a guided decision.  Aside from that, it is also not the responsibility of the home inspector to provide quotations on what would be the value of the house in the market.  The real estate agent is responsible for that.

Being a home inspector is not a job for everybody. But it could be the best job for you if you love working independently and helping others appreciating houses and providing assistance to potential home owners.

People In Your Neighbourhood: Home Inspector (part 1 of 2)

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A home inspector, living up to its name, inspects houses to make sure that it has abided or followed local building codes.  The U.S. Bureau  of Labor Statistics are seeing an increase on the number of home inspectors.  There is an expected growth of 18 percent from years 2006 to 2016. This can be considerably higher than other jobs, but there is a possibility that there would be additional certification requirements

A home inspector should be knowledgeable of different building codes and ordinances, these would include electrical and plumbing systems, heating and cooling systems and other structures found in the property of the house. There is a need for inspectors to check other aspects of the house, like door frames, walls, ceilings and windows.

Home inspectors are capable of writing reports that can be included in home information packs given away from estate agents, conveyancers, solicitors and surveyors. Most of the times, inspectors are called when putting up houses for sale.  Most of the inspectors are self-employed.  It is important for a home inspector to have flexible time schedule, since they would have to fit their time to the client’s schedule.

Why the need for home inspectors?

For most people, their homes are their biggest investment. This would be enough reason to get somebody to make an overall and comprehensive inspection on the status and soundness of their homes.  It could be just because they want their homes checked and do some repairs, or whether it is because their putting their house on sale.  Anyway, you would like to make sure that your house is evaluated to its full value.

Home inspectors are not required to have educational and training certificates.  But they are required by some states to have at least some certification or license before proceeding or making inspections.  Of course, home inspectors need to have some knowledge of how home systems (electricity and plumbing) works and also knowledge about the state or local building codes and requirements.

Raw Food Diet: A Detox Diet Plan (part 2 of 2)

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The Chinese regard herbs as very useful for treatment of several illnesses. This is why most of their teas are made from the finest herbs, which according to their belief may help in the detoxification of their body. This is the reason why herbs are very much integrated as part of the raw food diet.

If you are interested to try this diet, you should at least have an idea of what are its common guidelines. First of all, since this is a detox diet, you should bear in mind that your ultimate goal is to eliminate unhealthy toxins from your body. Thus, you should refrain from taking in certain unhealthy substances, such as caffeine, alcohol and nicotine. In addition to this, you should always drink purified water and natural fruit juices.

And, though this diet requires you to eat “raw” foods, you should take note of the foods that re not be eaten raw, such as poultry, beef and egg. What you should focus on eating are the fresh vegetables, fruits, as well as the quality fish products. And since meats are excluded from the diet, raw nuts should be good substitutes as sources of protein for the whole duration of the diet.

If you are following a milder detox diet, then you should not expect great distress. However, as you try a more intense regimen, greater effects are to be experienced. Dehydration may be acquired, thus in order to prevent this from happening, you should always remember to drink plenty of water. You should always remember that although you think that you can carefully follow a raw food detox diet, there is always a chance of experiencing side effects.

Therefore, it would be wiser to consult first with a medical professional before changing your eating habits. Your paramount consideration should always be your health.

Raw Food Diet: A Detox Diet Plan (part 1 of 2)

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A diet that allows you to cleanse your body is called a detox diet. Through detoxification, toxins, chemicals, and other unwanted compounds are flushed out from the body. Thus, this diet aims to target the cleansing of the liver, which is an important internal organ in purification of our body system.

The proponents of this diet believe that through time, the liver is congested thus it becomes difficult for the liver to perform its functions well. By cleansing the liver, the filtration system of the whole body operates better thus the entire body is purified.

There are a lot of ways to perform a detox diet. Some of them can be a very mild and simple routine, while others are very strict and intense regimen. In choosing the right detox regimen for you, you should be able to analyze your capability as well as your discipline in following plans. As you well know, diets work well for people who are able to control themselves, and for those who are really determined to succeed in their endeavor. One example of a detox routine that you may want to try is the raw food detox diet.

In a raw food detox diet, the dieters are required to eat whole, fresh, and unprocessed foods that are not hard on a person’s digestive system. Simultaneously, this kind of diet will begin to purify the liver and maintain the body. Choices of foods for their meals are restricted to those which are not artificially grown and only uncontaminated and untreated ingredients must be used.

What is Google adsense? (part 2 of 2)

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This relevancy is the key to the programs success, and also the reason why everyone remains happy. The advertiser has a relevantly placed advert, the publisher earns money from their content and Google take their cut.

Of course, as always, Google has set some high standards for its AdSense program, in terms of looks and functionality. You can't have more than two such banners on your website and Google only inserts text in these banners.

So an extra benefit is that AdSense advertising is a lot less obtrusive then regular advertising. But this also means you should position the banner better because it's possible that visitors might miss it altogether.

So in the end, Google AdSense is an advertising program that is unique because the ads are relevant to the content on the site. Anyone that wants to advertise pays Google for it. Anyone who wants to place ads on their site does this through AdSense, getting paid by Google in the process.

All transactions are run through Google, and the advertisers and publishers get access to statistics which help them to understand and moderate the effectiveness of their campaign.

The whole process is elegant, simple and effective from anyone in the chain, from site visitors to advertisers, and it's one of the reasons Google are known for their innovation and new thinking.

You need to have optimized niche website templates for best results. You may find the best adsense templates and blog templates at www.AdsenseTemplates.com (http://www.adsensetemplates.com). They are offering 100 fresh new templates every month.

What is Google adsense? (part 1 of 2)

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If you look at the Internet a few years back, you'll see that advertising was done in a way that was very similar to other types of media like television, or actually, more like what you see in a newspaper.

You'd enter a site, and in some location you'd get to see a banner (often these were quite numerous and very large), which would present and ad for whatever company was paying for adds on your space.

But there was one problem with this kind of advertising. It really wasn't exploiting the fact that the adds weren't in some newspaper, but were instead presented over the Internet.

You've probably noticed a lot of things like this over the pages you've browsed. You're looking at an on-line shop, looking for a watch but you get a banner that advertises a car.

While you might, at some later point want to buy a car, right now you're looking for a watch and it would have surely been nice if the banner were advertising a watch, because then you would have probably clicked it.

Well that's also what the folks at Google thought of, so they came up with a killer idea. This is knows as Google AdSense, and it's known as a targeted advertising program

What you do (as a web designer / website owner) is, instead of jumping through hoops to get some banner on your site that your visitors won't even care about, is you just allocate some region of the screen.

You then sign up for the Google AdSense program, you insert a small snippet of code in your webpage and Google ensures that in the location you specify, a banner will appear, presenting adds relevant to the contents of your site.

It's very easy for Google to do this because Google is a search engine company. It looks for the key words in your page, searches a database of websites to find the ones related to whatever is on your page and presto: a targeted ad.

You (the webmaster) get a fee for each visitor that clicks on an adsense banner on your site. Now that's bound to happen more often then with a traditional banner because people are actually interested in what's in that banner (otherwise, they wouldn't be on your page would they?).

But, this also does wonders for the people who want to advertise. And it's because of the same reason. The greatest thing about Google AdSense is that all the content in a banner is relevant.