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PRC Shanghai on July 26 (Xinhua Wang Youjia) Union Pacific Museum of Shanghai World Expo will be held today starting silver medal ceremony, this comprehensive exhibition launch publicity and promotion.

According to reports, the Pacific Pavilion exhibitors will join the 16 limited edition 20 100 silver medal. Medal weighing 10 grams, by the Union Pacific Museum, The Standard, director of Shanghai World Expo logo signature and other elements, the external sales of 300 every day.

The theme of the Pacific Joint Pavilion, “a source of inspiration for the Pacific City”, construction area of 8100 square meters. Hall from 14 Pacific island countries, the South Pacific Tourism Organization and the composition of the Pacific Islands Forum. It is reported that the Pacific Joint Pavilion is waiting for the first 4 million lucky visitors coming, and send a prize for.

Precious metal commemorative coins medals by the auction company in favor, but also triggered a wave Jicang’s collection. Reporter in an interview in Shanghai World Expo survey found that on June 10 last year, the PBC, the issuance of the first group of Shanghai World Expo gold and silver commemorative coins already sold out. Meanwhile, the first group of three commemorative coins has grown from the original issue price of less than 5,000 yuan each, the current market price rose to around 7,000 yuan, the price rises above 40%. With the gradual warming of Shanghai World Expo, the number of visitors to the park every day record highs, gold and silver Expo licensed retail stores selling souvenirs along higher prices.

World Expo in Shanghai World Expo axis 209, No. 3 Sun Valley Expo licensed souvenir stores, an array of commodities, visitors flock to buy licensed merchandise. Precious souvenir counter in place with various models of souvenirs, there are printed patterns Expo venues medal with gold patterns printed Treasure Craft in price from several hundred dollars to the ten thousand dollars.

A couple from Hubei are carefully selected gold and silver souvenirs, they finally selected a price of 5180 yuan’s “good fortune gold and silver commemorative plaque.” When reporters asked about the reason to buy precious souvenirs, they said, because “there can be preserved memorable.”

Store manager Ray Wang told reporters that since the park opened Expo since the precious metal sales counter has been very “rosy.” “There are hundreds of models of the precious metal shop souvenirs, the best selling day, only precious souvenir sales reached 470,000 yuan.” Wang Lei enthusiasm will sell the best products to reporters a look, “which paragraph one axis and four silver medals from the five Hall 40 mm diameter, 2.5 mm thick silver medal composition of two-color process with gold and silver production, today has just sold out of stock. ”

Reporter thin View the five medals, the design simple and elegant, work well in the front were engraved with the Shanghai World Expo Theme Pavilion, Expo Centre, Expo Axis, China Pavilion, Performing Arts Center’s design and the 2010 Shanghai World Expo will be in English and Chinese identity, while were engraved on the back of the Shanghai World Expo and the Shanghai World Expo mascot emblem Treasure. “The design of the Shanghai World Expo into a landmark building, very monumental, this medal is only a sample.” Lei said.

Shanghai Expo licensed products, according to business office staff briefing, since the park opened Expo, inside and outside the Expo, license continued selling souvenirs have emerged, particularly precious metals like gold and silver souvenir doing well. Meanwhile, this year on April 22 issued by the Bank of China Shanghai World Expo the second group of four gold and silver commemorative coins will be, once published, there have been hot, the current price of the second group of coins has more than 6000 yuan. It is predicted that the price is likely to continue rising.

As the participation of groups currently precious souvenirs wide Jicang solid foundation, collections can not underestimate the potential, especially in part by the State Mint commemorative coins because the themes were cast in good workmanship, are more and more Jicang enthusiast, collecting groups and show the growing size of the market trend, the appreciation potential of show.

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Mr. Halverson is co-founder and COO of Paradise Brokers. He and Mr. Gale have known each other for over 20 years and between the two of them oversee all company operations. Nick spent 10 years doing marketing work for several businesses in international development (Australia, New Zealand), investment banking and sports marketing where he worked with clients such as Wal-Mart, BP-Amoco, Kellogg’s and Fujifilm. Nick earned his MBA from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University and his BS in Applied Economics and Management from Cornell University (Ithaca, NY)

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It has been said that beauty is in the eye of the beholder. There is nothing more beautiful than viewing the the Pacific Ocean Coast of Costa Rica. Costa Rica beach properties is a 630 mile coastline that features many bays, coves, and inlets that give the coastline its distinctive features. The famous Jaco Beach attracts many tourist to Costa Rica’s Pacific coast.

One thing for sure there is so much to do for tourist and locales. Hiking at Corvocado National Park and enjoying horseback riding at Rincon de Oso. Those staying on the mid Pacific coast of Costa Rica will have the chance to experience the adventure ATV tours at Quepos-Manual Antonio and the historical areas of Putaraenas. Imagine lying in the sun in Guanacaste on the northern coast which is home to some of the most exquisite Costa Rica beach property. Hermosa, Tamarindo, Nosara and Flamingo beaches are all prime locations. The amenities alone will ensure you of a good time on the Costa Rica Pacific coast.

One of the many great things about Costa Rica is that the Costa Rica economy is benefiting greatly from investors. Since Costa Rica is a real estate hotspot the Costa Rican government is permitting acres of Costa Rica land to be sold. The region is where a majority of the Costa Rica beach properties are currently located. This region is more developed than the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean coastline. Whether it’s for business or pleasure when you visit the Pacific coast remember the best time to go is December through April. If you like the rainy season May through November would be ideal. The funny thing about the country is that it’s only the size of West Virginia.

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There are places to help you get ahead in the world of Counter Strike. It doesn’t matter which mod you’re in, there are places where Counter Strike secrets and tips line the pages or the screen. There is even a Counter Strike guide filled with all sorts of tools of the trade to help you get ahead of other players. The reason we play is to dominate the world of counter-terrorism, which becomes a little easier once you have the necessary information to join any Counter Strike server in the world.

To get ahead in the game of CS, you need the newest information at your fingertips. The newest secrets will be beneficial and help you in a weaker area of expertise. It will provide you with new techniques to show you how to disarm certain PWN situations. It’s helpful when there are different perspectives in the Counter Strike guide, because this gives you the chance to figure out which technique fits your play the best. Some places that offer guidance via a guide will also provide personal lessons to help you get ahead of all your gaming friends. In the end, it doesn’t matter how strong the friendship is, the goal is total domination!

Pros:

You get practical and helpful information to get ahead in CS.
You learn the newest techniques when getting a guide.
It can show you how to use the different tools to help you move ahead in the game.

Cons:

The world of CS is foreign to you.
You don’t like to take advice, because you can figure it all out on your own.
You’d rather not dominate, but just enjoy playing.

To help you improve in the world of counter-terrorism, then make sure you add a CS guide to your list of necessities.

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There are all sorts of activities people take part in to help them grow as individuals. Some write poems or play music. Others study a foreign language or hike the Appalachian Trail. And then there are those people who long for the rich adventure of seeing the world.World travel is a great way to experience other cultures, meet new people, see faraway lands, and most importantly, to broaden your horizons and put your own life into perspective.But planning a trip to the far corners of the planet can be an exhausting task.

Taking a trip of such magnitude can take months of planning. You have to organize airfare, accommodations, travel from place to place, meals, and countless other things. It can be intimidating just to think about.That is why an all-inclusive cruise vacation can be the best way to get out and explore. Everything is taken care of for you so you can just focus on planning what you want to see when your ship is at a port. Here are a few exciting destinations to consider when you plan a cruise to the ends of the Earth.

The Mediterranean

The Mediterranean Sea lies between three continents, Europe, Africa, and Asia. It is a fantastic destination to see a wide variety of sites.The city of Barcelona, Spain is a common jumping-off point for many cruise adventures. Consider showing up a few days early to enjoy some of what the city has to offer. The architecture of the city is truly a thing to behold.The Gothic Quarter lies at the heart of Barcelona’s old city and hosts several World Heritage sites. The gorgeous Sagrada Familia church began construction in 1882 and is so detailed that it isn’t expected to be completed until at least 2026!

You may also explore the glorious Italian city of Rome. Rome is famous around the world for its incredible fountains and plazas. The Trevi Fountain and the Fontana dell’Acqua Paola are just two of these remarkable world treasures.And these aren’t the only stops you can make on your Mediterranean adventure. Stops in Athens, Florence, Nice, Sicily, Istanbul, and many other dazzling cities could add spice and substance to your cruise of the Mediterranean.

South Pacific

The islands of the South Pacific are truly some of the most incredible places in the world. If you are searching for a trip that will take you to the finest beaches and allow you to experience fantastic weather, then the South Pacific is right for you.The city of Papeete on the Island of Tahiti is a frequent starting point for many cruise vacations. Papeete has an exciting waterfront esplanade, a bustling marketplace, and many gorgeous and historic churches and cathedrals.

Just a short cruise from Tahiti lays the island of Moorea. This island is truly one of the most beautiful your eyes will ever see. It has stunning beaches, friendly people, and an unbeatable climate.But the gem of the South Pacific may be the island of Bora Bora. It is surrounded by a barrier reef, and between the reef and the island is one of the most incredible blue lagoons in the whole wide world. Many of the bungalows on the island are actually built on stilts that stand right in the waters of the lagoon itself!For a trip packed with snorkeling, sunbathing, and relaxing far away from crowds and your normal life, you can’t go wrong with a cruise of the South Pacific.

Indian Ocean

A cruise of the Indian Ocean will allow you to see cities and cultures that most people will only ever read about in magazines.The rapidly growing city of Dubai is a good place to set off on your journey. Dubai has recently exploded into the modern world thanks to a rich oil industry. It is also now a fantastic tourist destination. The gigantic Dubai Mall even features an aquarium and an Olympic-sized ice rink!The Indian city of Mumbai is another stop that will quench your thirst for exploration. It has incredible food, traditional festivals, and plenty of music, art galleries, and architecture.

The National Gallery of Modern Art and the Jehangir Art Gallery are great places to get glimpses of Indian art that is both old and new.If you are a fan of getting out and experiencing the bustling nightlife of a strange city, than Phuket, Thailand will be an exciting stop for you. It is renowned in the region for its fine dining restaurants, gambling, and wide array of nightclubs and bars.The Maldives and the Indian Ocean host so many different cultures that a cruise of this part of the world is almost like several cruises in one. Come with an open mind and a fully packed bag.Trips across America are great. There is nothing like packing up your car and just hitting the road. But exploring the world isn’t just about taking a vacation. It is about contrasting the way other people live and experience their lives with the way you live your own. It is about growing your soul.

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Sailing off into the horizon for two or three months at a time on a world cruise can be your opportunity to explore exotic countries and destinations, peek inside other cultures, enjoy new experiences, and meet other savvy world cruise travelers from around the world. If a cruise around the globe is something you have been contemplating but you don’t know where to start, Cruise Specialists has outlined your 2012 world cruise options.

Yachts of Seabourn World Cruise aboard Quest – January 5, 2012 (Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to Venice, Italy)
Cruisers sailing on the 2012 Seabourn world cruise out of Ft. Lauderdale will get the unique opportunity to become a part of the maiden world voyage on the new Seabourn Quest debuting in 2011. Guests onboard the luxurious Quest will get to experience the frills and amenities of Seabourn’s newest ultra-luxury 450-person yacht while sailing for 109 days across the South Pacific to New Zealand and Australia, across Southeast Asia and India, on to Egypt and Arabia ending in Venice, Italy. Travelers on this special maiden world cruise voyage will experience an array of inaugural banquets and exclusive shoreside events.

Crystal Cruises’ World Cruise aboard Serenity – January 18, 2012 (Roundtrip Los Angeles, California)
For the first time, guests can sail roundtrip Los Angeles on the Crystal Serenity world cruise and Cruise Specialists will have knowledgeable onboard escorts to accompany the group on this unforgettable adventure around the Pacific Rim. Travelers on the lavish 1,080-person ship will visit 35 ports in 94 days with multiple overnight stays including a unique three day overland visit in Beijing to see the Great Wall, Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square and Summer Palace.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises Circle South America aboard Seven Seas Mariner – January 6, 2012 (Roundtrip Ft. Lauderdale)
Travelers can sail roundtrip Ft. Lauderdale, Florida on the all-balcony, all-suite 700-passenger Seven Seas Mariner on a 72-night voyage circling the continent of South America and visiting legendary destinations such as the Panama Canal, Machu Picchu, Buenos Aires, the Chilean Fjords, Rio de Janeiro, and the Amazon River.

Silversea World Cruise aboard Silver Whisper – January 7, 2012 (Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to Monte Carlo, Monaco)
Distinguished travelers will board the intimate 382-guest Silver Whisper in Ft. Lauderdale and visit the hidden jewels of the Amazon and Africa, Asia and Arabia on their 115-day journey. Recently refurbished, the Silver Whisper exudes a European ambience featuring suites with ocean views and most with a private teak veranda, double vanities in the bathroom, a walk-in wardrobe and separate sitting area for entertaining or in-suite dining. After visiting 43 ports and 25 nations, the Silver Whisper world cruise concludes in scenic Monte Carlo.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises Dubai to Auckland aboard Seven Seas Voyager – December 19, 2011 (Dubia, UAE to Auckland, New Zealand)
Guests will board the all-balcony, all-suite 700-passenger Seven Seas Voyager in Dubai, AE for an up-close world class 50-night adventure around India, Thailand, Singapore, Indonesia, and the best of Australia and New Zealand.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises Auckland to Athens aboard Seven Seas Voyager – February 7, 2012 (Auckland, New Zealand to Athens, Greece)
Departing from Auckland, New Zealand, the all-balcony, all-suite 700-passenger Seven Seas Voyager will embark on a 69-night exploit visiting major highlights of New Zealand, and Australia, before continuing on to explore must-see destinations in Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, India, Egypt, Jordan, and Israel with the journey concluding in Athens, Greece.

Princess World Cruise aboard Pacific Princess – January 13, 2012 (Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to Venice, Italy)
Embarking on a new route for the 2012 Princess world cruise, the 680-passenger Pacific Princess will depart Ft. Lauderdale and transit the Panama Canal, sail through the South Pacific, cruise New Zealand’s Fiordland National Park and visit Australia’s Great Barrier Reef. Guests will get to visit and explore 40 destinations in 107 days including maiden calls in Santa Marta (Colombia), Puerto Quepos (Costa Rica) and Manama (Bahrain) before their voyage ends in Venice. A highlight of the 2012 world cruise is overnight stays and two days for shore excursions and activities in Sydney, Hong Kong and Dubai.

Holland America Line Grand World Voyage aboard ms Amsterdam – January 6, 2012 (Roundtrip Ft. Lauderdale, Florida)
After attending the highly anticipated Cruise Specialists bon voyage gala party and complimentary hotel stay in Ft. Lauderdale, guests will set sail on a 112 day odyssey at sea on the 1,380-person Amsterdam visiting major ports around South America, the South Pacific, Australia, Asia, and Europe before returning to Ft. Lauderdale. Cruise Specialists’ extras on this established 2012 Holland America world cruise includes lively and experienced onboard escorts, hotel overnight and Bon Voyage Gala, exclusive shore tour program, festive cocktail parties and chat times and a commemorative gift.

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Right now people are looking for exotic and different destinations, on shoe string budgets.

Everything in the known world is crashing around their ears, with the stock market in the biggest bear market, for a very long time, with the ‘r’ word floating around. No-one can afford to be rash in their investments or spending. Every cent spent must count, as extra cash is in short supply.

There is however, one exotic destination that has something very special and still in everyone’s reach. It has some of the last untouched wilderness areas in the world. People still live in custom villages, the way their ancestors did hundreds of years ago. A place where you can breathe the fresh air and see the brightest stars in the tropical night sky. That place is Vanuatu, in the South Pacific.

The charity, YouMe Support Foundation in partnership with winaresort.com is raffling a boutique resort in the capital of the island nation, Port Vila, only three hours by plane from Sydney, Australia.

Funds from the raffle provide non-repayable education grants for geographically and financially underprivileged children. A return airfare and one week’s accommodation is included in the 1st prize.

Later this year someone will become the proud new owner of Seachange Lodge. With it goes a tax-free income. Retirement waiting on a South Pacific island.

The raffle will assist children who cannot help themselves. “Unless we get outside help, our students will never have a chance to go to high school,” Mr Harris Apos, the Banks Area Secretary in Vanuatu said. “They will never have the opportunity to live their dreams of being a school teacher, doctor, mechanic, carpenter, or nurse. They simply have to stay in the village on the remote island.”

The Prime Minister Mr Lini, admitted, “The government does little to assist these people,” when he visited the area recently. “Sometimes all that is needed is only $US500 to bring a classroom into use.”

One exercise book is shared between several pupils and pencils broken into three pieces to give them something to write with. Qualified teachers are in the minority and often it is the recently graduated primary students who assist the younger ones. Many parents cannot read or write.

In 2006, the nation of Vanuatu, made famous by A Michener’s ‘Tales of the South Pacific’, (and the film ‘South Pacific’) was voted the Happiest Country on Earth, by the British New Economics Foundation’s (NEF), Happy Planet Index.

“The Index was based on life expectancy and environmental footprint, to rank the countries”, according to Adrienne Wilson, writing for Gadling.com on July 15th 2006.

Yet the local schools are without resources of any kind. Most of the children will never leave their villages.

“We really appreciate our guests, who since 2004 have helped us to send desperately needed school supplies to these isolated areas,” said Richard Tendys, the current owner of Seachange Lodge. “For those of us who use the benefits of the 21st century without a thought, it is good to invest in some children who hardly know the technology, that can help them, even exists.”

Vanuatu has never become commercialized like some of its South Pacific neighbours and so has maintained it own unique blend as an exotic travel destination.

YouMe Support Foundation (http://youmesupport.org), in partnership with http://winaresort.com raises funds to provide non-repayable education grants for geographically and financially underprivileged children. Their current project is to raffle the boutique resort Seachange Lodge, (http://seachangelodge.com ) in Vanuatu.

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In The World of Entertainment – Where Do Children Go?

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In today’s society we know that the moral fiber of our communities is in peril. Why then, do we not protect our children? We have a responsibility to safeguard our most vulnerable; instead, we prematurely catapult them into a world they are not mature enough to handle and destroy their innocence.

Frequently, I am asked by parents and friends of aspiring “stars” to offer my opinion about getting their child into show business. Recently my publicist, Marsha Friedman, President of Event Management sent me the following question:

“…After the performance I spoke with her mom (who was in tears the whole time) about their incredible daughter and her future. Their daughter’s dream is to be on stage singing professionally…I said I would forward some information to you – to get your thoughts.”

After much contemplation, I wrote to the parents (excerpt):

“No matter how strong your daughter or your dream is, wait until she is 18 to try for stardom. She is already doing what she most wants, and that is to be on stage. Once she is 18 and you are ready for her to sell sex to other teenagers and older men in their 20’s – 60’s, she will be better equipped to handle the response, as you will be also…”

These words may strike you as unnecessarily candid, and perhaps a touch vulgar, but the reality is that most parents and children do NOT dream of just “being on stage.” If that was the sole requirement for their happiness, then local stage performances (a much safer avenue) would satisfy their dream. Since the child may already be doing that, there would be no more questions as the goal would have been achieved. Sadly, the aim as stated is wrong. What the parents and child really want is stardom, without knowing the cost.

They focus on the Hollywood dream and convince themselves that the path to stardom will be a romantic ride. The fantasy is filled with adoring fans, endless wealth, eternal fame and glamorous travel. This illusion inevitably fades, and what remains is disappointment, heartache, bills and endless travel (in less than desirable circumstances). More ominously, some of the “adoring fans” may actually be obsessed with the child, to the point of danger. This should not be entirely surprising as the child is being sold to look like the American male fantasy of an adult woman.

Many people reading this article will be convinced that I am wrong, or at least exaggerating. I ask you to consider the last time you saw a child “star” that looked like a child in their videos? The typical images are a 15 year old Britney Spears, a 14 year old JoJo, or a 13 year old Leanne Rimes

When Spears came into the public eye, she was dressed like a Catholic school girl, seducing the audience with, “Ooh, baby baby.” Leanne Rimes was dressed in a black satin outfit singing, “How Do I Live Without You.” (It should be noted that her ‘look’ would be considered tame by today’s standards.) Why are they dressed this way? Frankly, the music industry sells sex, sex sells.

These girls (although Leanne and Britney are now adults) are talented and beautiful, yet they are strategically packaged to entice older men. The fans who are young teenage girls don’t care whether the artists are sexy when they purchase music. However, continually seeing their idols dressed seductively has made them aware of sexuality and they want to dress the same way. This contributes to the cheapening of children’s values and image, and the cycle continues.

Recently, I was running on the treadmill at the gym when I was stunned by what I saw on one of the news channels. It was a feature about a modeling contest for children limited to those twelve and under. The winner would receive a one million dollar modeling contract, which of course sounds amazing! However, as the clip continued, mouths dropped throughout the gym. Three girls (under 12 – contest requirements) dressed in skimpy bikinis were being drenched with water and gazing at the camera like they wanted to seduce each man watching. If the girls were twenty-five, aware of what they were doing and, as adults, making their own decisions, I wouldn’t think much about it. However, the participation of twelve year olds is horrifying. Child pornography is universally condemned and pedophiles treated with not only revulsion, but the full force of the law. Doesn’t this fall under the same category, just corporately condoned?

In my opinion, prostituting children in this manner is perpetuating child pornography in a purportedly “legal” manner. This practice needs to be stopped. While the music industry to date, has not participated in such an extreme level of exploitation of children, I still believe that children should be kept out of the music industry on a professional level until they are at least 18. Even with the strongest family support possible, they are not emotionally equipped to handle the issues that will inevitably emerge. Realistically, however, I know that children will continue to be signed and sold long before their eighteenth birthdays, let me offer some practical advice.

1. From a financial perspective, learn the business inside and out. You MUST know: Who gets what and why? How much was made or lost? What is the bottom line? If you don’t make this a priority, you will join the host of famous artists who have been forced to claim bankruptcy.

2. Put together a dazzling press kit. People receiving the kit must be enticed into opening the package, so you will have to present your child in their best light. The demo must be well produced and include four of your child’s best numbers. Keep in mind that each song will be listened to for about fifteen to thirty seconds before moving on to the next piece. It’s possible to make a pretty impressive demo on your own for about two thousand dollars, including pressing. Don’t fall victim to the scam of someone guaranteeing stardom for your child with a professionally cut demo if you simply write a ten thousand dollar check.

3. If possible, establish a track record of sales BEFORE any contact with recording labels. (Get your CD listed on Soundscan.) You’ll have greater bargaining power if you know your product value prior to negotiating.

4. If a label finances the recording of a CD, it is a loan, NOT a gift, and must be paid back. The recording industry is a business, not a charity. Beware of becoming competitors insurance. If you fall into that trap, you may lose everything. (I detail all of this in my book, The Indie Guide to Music, Marketing and Money.)

5. The phrase is, accurately, “Show Business,” and your child must be prepared to put on a “show,” just as you and they need to learn the “business.” Britney Spears, Christina Aguilera, Madonna and Justin Timberlake are great examples of how this is done and the work involved to sustain sell-out crowds.

6. Provide acting, vocal and dance lessons for your child, and register them for writing classes. Writers currently receive 8.5 cents per song on a CD, while the artist generally receives one point per album. Writers make the most money, with little or no initial investment. Make sure you understand how to legitimately copyright music. The aptly named ‘poor man’s copyright’ won’t hold up in court.

7. Avoid anyone stating that for an upfront fee, they can make your child a star. Managers and agents get paid a percentage in the range of 10-20%. Managers usually receive 10-15%, while agents receive 15-20%. You also need to know and understand the difference between managers and agents. Similarly, lawyers shopping a deal for your child on his/her own volition will take a percentage of the contract. (Lawyers that you hire on your own request must be paid up front.)

8. Marketing and promotion are imperative and can be very expensive. Labels have access to promotion capabilities that most individuals cannot afford. However, there is no limit or cost to imagination, so be creative! Affordable promotion can be attainable.

9. Develop personal relationships with contacts at the labels. Once you get to know people, they may offer you a special code to put on the outside of your package which signals to the front desk that your package is requested. (simply writing “material requested” on the outside of the package will not work) DON’T submit anything without permission; most throw unsolicited press kits in the garbage and a few return them unopened. Warner Brothers sends a nice note referencing legal concerns, while Disney sends a nicer more detailed note explaining their policy around copyright laws. Don’t waste valuable product and time.

Currently, many people are considering the ‘American Idol’ route, while forgetting that only one person in the 22 million that showed up for auditions last year actually made it.

One last note: Label representation can be an awesome thing, but you must know the business first! There is much more detailed and valuable information in my book, “The Indie Guide To Music, Marketing and Money” ISBN 978-0-9746229-4-1. I wish you the best of luck in your endeavors.

Jaci Rae is a #1 Best Selling author of The Indie Guide to Music, Marketing and Money and Winning Points with the Woman in Your Life One Touchdown at a Time. Tune in for “The Jaci Rae Show” heard live around the world every Thursday: Click on the weekly show link

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