Bourne Office Space is a provider of fully serviced office space operating from prime London locations. Our Business Centres boast everything you would expect from your workspace environment; impressive offices; large floor plates; great views and well-appointed business lounges. We extend flexible terms and layouts that can be tailored to suit your business and grow with you. Our modern buildings allow for excellent functional space options ranging from 1-200 workstations.
In addition to the excellent service and facilities on offer, we pride ourselves on the comprehensive range of core IT services and support, delivered to your business by our dedicated in-house IT team.
All Bourne offices are fully furnished and include 250Mb of bandwidth and telephone handset per person. There are no hidden costs or unexpected service charges. Our monthly billing is simple and transparent.
1 Knightsbridge Green is located in the heart of fashionable Knightsbridge, a 1 minute walk from Knightsbridge Underground station and from the abundance of world renowned shops that populate the area, from Harrod's and Harvey Nichols to the global super brands that occupy Sloane Street. The business centre itself offers 50,000 square feet of modern office space to cater to companies from 1-100 workstations in a modern office environment.
In addition to the excellent service and facilities on offer, such as meeting rooms with VC facility and comfortable business lounges, we pride ourselves on the comprehensive range of core IT services and support, delivered to your business by our dedicated on site IT team.
Our clients know that they can focus on their business and we are on hand to support growth with a professional and experienced team, infrastructure and resources to tap into. So, you can be sure to make a great lasting impression on all clients and visitors alike when joining us.
30 Crown Place is a modern landmark building located a 3 minute walk from Liverpool Street Station and a 5-minute walk from Moorgate Station. The offices range from 1-100 workstations, and all are well appointed with magnificent views. Suites are available at very short notice with minimum fuss. In addition to your office space you'll find a supportive environment allowing you to focus on your business needs without having to focus on day to day building issues.
business sizes and provide the flexibility to upsize and downsize. Contact us for up to date availability and to arrange a location tour.
Our virtual office solutions allow you to have a business address and telephone number without a physical office. Our virtual services may be suitable if you are in need of an additional company address or if you are working from home and are not ready to occupy space.
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Well-equipped meeting and training room facilities are available at all our locations and serve as an excellent space for internal staff meetings, client meetings and presentations. All meeting rooms come equipped with guest Wifi access, video conferencing, flip charts, and AV equipment. Catering can be arranged on request.
Your delegates are warmly greeted and shown to your meeting room by the management team who will set-up the room to your specification prior to your arrival, and are on-hand to provide ongoing support and catering during your meeting.
Our dedicated IT team are also on site and ready to offer tailored support.
Since its inception in 2004 Bourne Office Space has supported hundreds of companies, from sole-trader operations to large multi- national branch offices, with comprehensive IT support. With a broad range of skills and expertise, particularly in the financial services sector, Bourne offers a comprehensive "all-in" solution.
We act as a "one stop shop" for emerging and established businesses, allowing them to focus on their business goals whilst the headache of IT is dealt with on their behalf. We always aim to provide a bespoke package as dictated by a client's individual requirements and we ensure clients only pay for the specific services they require.
We are also able to provide extremely competitive quotes on a bespoke basis. Due to our central infrastructure, we pass cost savings to the customer and our resilient environment enables us to provide the very best service and support at the very best price. A range of optional tech services are available so please ask a member of the team for more information.
1 Knightsbridge Green provides us with an excellent working environment in an outstanding location for a cost comparable to West End leases, yet without the drawbacks of having to commit to a long term contract. The staff are friendly and helpful, the break-out areas modern and comfortable and the facilities are extensive. By some distance the best serviced office set-up we viewed when looking for a new home and nothing changes that opinion after 4 months of being here.
"We moved in to 30 Crown Place at the end of January and have been thoroughly impressed by the experience. Compared to our previous office provider, Bourne Office Space has been a breath of fresh air and the whole move in experience has been quick and painless. This is in large part due to the staff working here. Grace Evans has been our main point of contact and has helped us at every step in the move process. Grace has paid close attention to every one of our requirements, no matter how small it may be. Grace went out of her way to make the move in process smooth - providing us with a temporary room whilst our actual room was being renovated, managing the maintenance team to ensure our room was prepared to the specification we requested and making sure the IT teams were on top of our requirements. Grace went so far as to even clean the windows and surfaces in our office herself to ensure it was up to standard. Grace has dropped into our office many times during the bedding in period, offering her assistance in case there was anything we needed. When we have requirements like additional storage space, meeting rooms and so forth, Grace dispatched these promptly and kept us updated throughout the process. Compared to other managed offices we have used in the past where our requirements seem to disappear into the ether, and where the people are unable to provide answers to simple questions, Grace has been a shining example of somebody we would love to work with on a day to day basis. Grace has a happy personality, is very attentive and manages client relationships very well. We can't thank Grace enough for her help and we hope she will continue to be part of the Bourne team for many years to come."
Location is great, building and layout very well thought out, facilities are great. Team very friendly and always ready to help. Meeting rooms spacious and gives a boardroom/ creative vibe. Tea Points are very clean and easily accessible throughout. Move in Procedure was very efficient and fast no issues at all. All of our requests have been met in a timely manner from IT, maintenance to reception assistance, it feels as if we have a dedicated team service us only! Happy, cheerful and friendly Receptionists always ready to help.
We have found that the team of Bourne Office Space have been very accommodating, from the time we had requested to move to the time we moved into the new office. Thanks to everyone involved, Claudia, Molly, Grace, Ben, Mohammed, Qaiser. The move went very smoothly, from Friday night out to the Monday morning start. Special thanks to Grace for helping move the desks and arranging new furniture requirements. Grace does seem to go over and above her duties to help, and seems to be very conscientious person. Special thanks to Mohammed and Qaiser for constant technical support and for coming in on Saturday and sorting all problems out. Claudia thanks for putting up with us with all other issues and we have been very pleased with all the support. I have mentioned this before but enjoying the new kitchen and break our area.
Based at 1 Knightsbridge Green for over 1 year. We received a warm welcome when we first came to view the offices at 1 Knightsbridge Green and are still greeted with the same warm welcome each morning. All of our requests are dealt with efficiently and our guests are looked after at the time of arrival. We recently took on additional space and renewed our agreement and look forward to growing further within these offices with the support of the Bourne Office Space team.
We moved in beginning of this year and it has been a very positive experience so far. The office management team are incredibly helpful and has made the transition very smooth for us. Everything we needed help with initially such as IT set up, access passes & handyman jobs has been dealt with in a friendly and efficient manner. Ongoing services such as meeting room bookings , post and parcel deliveries etc. has proven equally easy to manage with the help of the team.
The team at Bourne have been fantastic since we relocated to Knightsbridge Green. Our desire to expand one of our offices was realised with their help and they were fantastic in accommodating our requests and turning them around quickly. The girls are welcoming and lift the spirits of the team with their positivity even on the most stressful afternoons! Keep up the great work!
We received a warm welcome when we first came to view the offices at 1 Knightsbridge Green and are still greeted with the same warm welcome each morning. All of our requests are dealt with efficiently and our guests are looked after at the time of arrival. We recently took on additional space and renewed our agreement and look forward to growing further within these offices with the support of the Bourne Office Space team.
We recently took occupation of a bright, light office space close to Knightsbridge tube station and Hyde Park. We have access to meeting rooms as required, with catering as an optional extra. Support staff are cheerful and always willing to help with the various tasks that arise from time to time, and are very welcoming to us and our visitors.


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The Obama Administration is eyeing on the lucrative multi-billion dollar tender for medium multi-role combat aircraft of Indian Air Force as this has the potential to create a whooping 27,000 jobs in the US. At a time, when unemployment rate continues to be at low ebb and US President Barack Obama is struggling to create fresh jobs; such a deal bagged by an American company could give him a big political boost. Two major fighter jet manufacturing companies - Boeing and Lockheed Martin - are vying for the USD 10 billion Indian tender; which is expected to be raised by the US officials during the November India visit of the US President. "If either jet wins, we estimate that it could bring 27,000 jobs to the US," Assistant Secretary of State for South and Central Asia Robert Blake told a Baltimore-based think tank, thus indicating the importance US attaches to bagging such a deal. "Equally important, it will help seal our strategic objective of working wing-to-wing with India to bolster global security and stability," Blake said. India is the world's largest democracy, one of the world's fastest growing economies, and a rising power in Asia and beyond. It has vibrant democratic institutions, a free press, a robust civil society, and an innovative private sector, he said."India's commitment to the values cherished by their people and espoused by their founders - democracy, pluralism, tolerance, openness, and respect for fundamental freedoms and human rights - animate our continued efforts to build a more peaceful, prosperous, inclusive, secure, and sustainable world," he said. "These common values and our increasingly convergent interests have driven an unprecedented transformation in Indo-US relations in just one decade. After the Cold War, President Bill Clinton seized upon India's rapid economic emergence and liberalisation to lay the foundation for this transformation through his iconic five-day trip to India in the year 2000," Blake said. "The Bush Administration built upon the Clinton legacy, with the US-India Civil Nuclear Deal - a landmark achievement for both of our countries. Today, the wide scope and the intensity of our bilateral engagement is unprecedented and yet still growing," he said. "President Obama had called India our "indispensable" partner for the 21st century. That's why the President and Secretary Clinton are now forging a new strategic partnership with India that will help shape the 21st century," Blake said.
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John Paul Beckmeyer makes his way to the entryway of the Jefferson County Courthouse Friday for a pretrial hearing prior to his upcoming trial for first-degree murder. Beckmeyer, 59, is accused in the death of James McDonald following a fatal shooting Aug. 26 in Nordland.
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John Paul Beckmeyer's request for a speedy trial on charges of first-degree murder were dashed Friday after Jefferson County Superior Court Judge Keith Harper announced he had canceled all criminal and civil trials until late January because of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Beckmeyer was arrested in August after allegedly shooting a neighbor following an argument at a barbecue in Nordland.
Beckmeyer, 59, allegedly shot and killed James McDonald, 24, during a barbecue Aug. 26 after witnesses said he told his girlfriend to turn down a loud radio and she didn't.
Beckmeyer then allegedly struck his girlfriend in the face, which resulted in an argument between Beckmeyer and McDonald and another woman at the barbecue, both of whom admonished Beckmeyer for striking a woman. Beckmeyer retreated to a nearby fifth-wheel trailer where he was living, threatening to get his .45 caliber pistol.
McDonald, meanwhile, walked to a house on the property and came back a few minutes later, holding an open double-barrel shotgun. Beckmeyer then started shooting out an open bedroom window from inside the fifth-wheel with a .22 caliber pistol, hitting McDonald twice in the chest, according to court records.
Beckmeyer has been in custody in Jefferson County Jail since the day of the shooting. He faces one charge of either first- or second-degree murder, as well as several charges of assault, and has entered a pleading of not guilty to first-degree murder, claiming self-defense.
He made his first in-person court appearance Friday for a pretrial hearing.
Chief Criminal Deputy Prosecuting Attorney Christopher Ashcraft said issues of discovery remain in the case, but added that a trial was still expected at some point.
"This is a case that's going to trial," Ashcraft said.
Richard Davies, Beckmeyer's attorney, told the judge he wasn't ready for trial to begin on its scheduled start date of Dec. 7, but that Beckmeyer wanted it to get underway soon.
"He doesn't want to give up his right to a speedy trial. He wants this matter resolved as quickly as possible," Davies said.
"Despite what Mr. Beckmeyer's wishes are, I'm not ready to proceed to trial," Davies added.
Given the court's announcement on the cancellation of trials, Davies added that it didn't sound like the trial would stay on track as scheduled earlier.
"He still doesn't want to give up his right to a speedy trial," Davies said.
Davies also advocated for Beckmeyer to be released before the start of the trial.
"Mr. Beckmeyer has no criminal history. Zero," Davies said.
"He's asserted self-defense in this matter and I think will make a strong showing of that when this matter does go to trial," he added.
Beckmeyer's jury trial had been set for Dec. 14, but the judge said he was striking the date.
Harper set a hearing for Dec. 4 on potential conditions for Beckmeyer's release. The judge added that discovery issues, and the issue of a speedy trial, will be addressed.
"When we come back on Dec. 4 we need to know where we are, speedy trial-wise," Harper said.
Harper signed his administrative order that canceled all trials in Jefferson County Superior Court on Friday, Nov. 20. The order put off all trials that were scheduled to start before Jan. 25.
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Strong field is set for Bolder Boulder including Jared Ward and Tyler McCandless
Returning to race this year is Jared Ward who was the first American in the New York Marathon and finished 8th overall at the Boston Marathon and Tyler McCandless who won the 2018 Bolder Boulder citizen's race.
"We feel that with the strong pool of runners this year that Team USA could possibly take first place," said pro athlete coordinator, Don Janicki. "With three returning champions in the men's field it will be a really great competitive race."
Members of the Men's Team USA also include national title winner Parker Stinson who shattered 25K American record at the USATF 25K in May 2019 by 30 seconds, Haron Lagat who placed second at the 2017 Fortitude 10K Pro Race Chase; Diego Estrada who has a 10K personal best of 27:57; Reid Buchanan who has a 27:58 10K PR; Eagle Scout Reed Fischer who has a 10K PR of 28:38; Boulder Track Club member Tim Rackers; and Boulder based professional runner Jake Riley who has a 10K PR of 27:59.
The Women's Team USA include Taylor Ward; a rising star in American women's distance running who placed third at the 2018 Fortitude 10K Pro Race Chase.
Lindsey Scherf who broke the indoor marathon world record at the Armory NYC Indoor Marathon World Record Challenge in 2018 by nearly two minutes; Lauren Martin Masterson who was the first female finisher of the 2017 Bolder Boulder citizen's race; Kaitlin Goodmen who has a 10K PR of 33:18; and Stephanie Bruce who set a PR at the 5,000 meters indoors (15:44) at the New Balance Boston Indoor Games; Former Colorado Buffaloes star Shalaya Kipp.
In addition to the Americans competing at this year's race, the Bolder Boulder will be welcoming teams from all over the world including Ethiopia, Japan, Kenya, Mexico, Tanzania, Bahrain, Eritrea, Ethiopia, Rwanda and Pan South America.
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"Today I received this letter from Randy Blankenhorn, Secretary of the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) stating he will not approve moving forward with a third main track until he is comfortable all the issues and affects raised by the Lake Forest community about such a project are adequately addressed and considered in the Environmental Assessment (EA).
This decision appears to delay release of an EA for the foreseeable future. I know the Secretary intends public meetings to present and discuss the many issues raised. The details of this process and the timing are forthcoming from the Secretary's Office.
The combination of Metra's opposition to a third main for at least a few decades, and IDOT now stepping back from approving an EA for the foreseeable future, effectively defers such a project being approved for a very long time, if ever.
I thank Jim Patterson, Village President of Glenview, and the respective staffs of our municipalities for their support and participation in discussions with Metra, and IDOT that have proven so effective to date.
As Mayor Lansing stated at the September 5, 2018 City Council meeting, discussions continue on this topic. Please click here to see the letter from IDOT.
On May 23, 2018, Lake Forest Mayor Rob Lansing received a letter from Metra announcing its request to amend the third main track proposal on the Chicago-Milwaukee rail line in Lake Forest.
Metra, the owner and operator of the railroad bed from Rondout to Chicago, has determined upon further analysis a third main track is not needed in Lake Forest for its current operations, nor for the foreseeable future.
In the letter, Metra proposes rebuilding the existing third track 2500' south of Rondout for passenger train use to move trains through the Rondout interlocker to permit simultaneous movement on the corridor's two main tracks (see map below and related letter attached). Additionally, the proposed universal crossover positively impacts the reliability and fluidity of all rail operations in the corridor and likely minimizes the need for a third track.
"On behalf of The City of Lake Forest, I would like to thank James Derwinski, CEO and Executive Director of Metra and his senior staff for their forthright and honest appraisal of Metra's operation and funding priorities superseding the third track proposal, and proposing community-respectful and cost-effective ways to extend railroad safety and efficiency. The City also wishes to thank the many parties who expressed concerns regarding the third track proposal. Be assured that The City of Lake Forest will continue to be engaged in monitoring the service and safety of regional rail transportation," states Mayor Lansing.
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A Community Forum was held by ACTION (Alliance to Control Train Impact on Our Neighborhoods) at Gorton Community Center on Wednesday, April 25, 2018. Click here for further information.
Click here to see the Resolution passed at the April 2, 2018 Lake Forest City Council Meeting, restating and reaffirming The City of Lake Forest's opposition to the Chicago-Milwaukee InterCity Passenger Rail Corridor proposal and reaffirmation of the City's request for an Environmental Impact Study.
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This Project involves a joint effort amongst the Federal Railroad Administration ("FRA"), the Wisconsin Department of Transportation ("WisDOT") and the Illinois Department of Transportation ("IDOT"). The Project work under consideration is to make various rail infrastructure changes including the installation of a universal cross-over and a third rail siding along the Milwaukee District North Line (MD-N) in Lake Forest to facilitate expanded Amtrak service between Chicago and Milwaukee with 3 more round trip Amtrak trains per day.
When Amtrak decided to move forward with the idea of expanding Amtrak service, the controlling agencies, namely the FRA, WisDOT and IDOT, did what they are legally required to do under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA). They published a draft Environmental Assessment (EA) in October 2016. This began the public process of soliciting comments on any potential environmental impacts of the proposed Project. The City promptly responded, holding town hall meetings and having many individual meetings between Council members and concerned citizens, as well as discussions during City Council sessions. Although the draft EA was only focused on the effect of adding 3 Amtrak intercity trains, the prevailing resident question was whether this would change the Canadian Pacific freight operations, especially if the change would negatively impact the neighboring homes by increasing the frequency or idling or location of freight locomotives. During the public comment period, the City engaged the Hanson Engineering firm to study the situation and assist the City in filing comments under NEPA with the agencies involved. This action was consummated on November 7, 2016, when the Lake Forest City Council approved a resolution stating its concerns with the draft EA and submitted that as part of the official record. A copy of that resolution can be found on this website.
Following the closure of the public comment period back in January, 2017 the consulting engineers for the project were required to respond in the EA to the various questions and comments raised. Many comments were filed questioning the impact of the proposed project on the freight operations, including other impacted communities and their residents as well as our state and federal legislators and other federal agencies like the US EPA.
In response to the submission of numerous comments related to the impact of the project improvements on freight service, the consulting engineers were engaged to conduct a more comprehensive noise and vibration analysis on the proposed Amtrak Hiawatha operations and potential changes to freight and Metra operations.
Additional analyses will be completed to evaluate requests for changes in infrastructure improvement scopes and to provide more quantitative data regarding noise and vibration impacts. Metra, Chicago's commuter railroad, requested that the project consider a revised scope of the Rondout Third Main Track project, which would extend the proposed third track siding south of Illinois Route 60 in Lake Forest, IL. In order to fulfill this request, a capacity analysis will be completed to determine the impact of extending the third track and the resulting impact of the project on environmental resources will be evaluated.
The noise and vibration analysis is being updated using more detailed information on proposed Amtrak Hiawatha Service operations and potential changes to freight and Metra operations as a result of implementing the Program. The project team obtained current freight volumes and operating patterns, which will allow for a more accurate identification of noise and vibration levels and locations where noise and vibration exist. Next, the change in level and location of noise and vibration due to the increase in Hiawatha Service and potential changes to freight and Metra operations can be identified. In addition, a noise wall analysis will be conducted to determine if there are locations where these walls could be added to mitigate potential increases in noise and vibration.
This additional engineering work has pushed the anticipated date for submittal of the final EA to late 2017 or the first quarter of 2018. The City of Lake Forest will continue to monitor this analysis.
Residents adjoining the affected rail line have requested Lake Forest City Council retain legal counsel to file an objection to the EA with the FRA. All legal commentary and inquiries confirm The City of Lake Forest has no authority, jurisdiction, or course of action to regulate or modify federal rail expansion or traffic. Therefore, at this time, the Council cannot find any basis under which to expend public funds on potentially costly litigation with the federal government. The review process is working as intended. NEPA, the FRA, WisDOT and IDOT are taking additional time to carefully review all the concerns raised through the public comment period. It still may be several more months before the final EA is issued, or whether further environmental impact studies will be ordered by the FRA.
It bears repeating that the City of Lake Forest has no legal jurisdiction or authority over the three rail lines bisecting the community. Federal law protects common carrier rail operations from interference under state or local laws. Any final decisions with respect to the proposed project lies solely with the FRA.
August 3, 2017: Information provided by WisDOT: Additional analyses will be completed to evaluate requests for changes in infrastructure improvement scopes and to provide more quantitative data regarding noise and vibration impacts. Metra, Chicago's commuter railroad, requested that the project consider a revised scope of the Rondout Third Main Track project, which would extend the proposed third track south of Illinois Route 60 in Lake Forest, IL. In order to fulfill this request, a capacity analysis will be completed to determine the impact of extending the third track and the resulting impact of the project on environmental resources will be evaluated.
November 8, 2016: Letter of Recommendation provided by Hanson Professional Services, Inc.


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(I'm Gonna) Love Me Again, a brand new song written especially for ROCKETMAN by Elton and Bernie Taupin, and performed by Elton and Taron Egerton, was premiered this morning.
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Jason Claridge, Director and Personal Injury Solicitor at Ward & Rider Solicitors, recently acted for Mrs A. At the time of the accident she was crossing a road in a West Midlands City. This particular road is reasonably busy but has good visibility for those travelling along it and those crossing it.
Our client alleged that the Defendant's vehicle was travelling at some speed and collided with her, causing orthopaedic and psychological injuries. The driver alleged she had run into his path giving him no opportunity to avoid the collision. Regrettably, West Midlands Police took the view that it was our client's fault.
Upon reviewing the police accident report we took the view that it was highly unlikely that an elderly lady would run across the road as suggested by the driver. We also took the view that the driver should and would have been able to see her as she was attempting to cross the road and the onus should have been on him to avoid colliding with her. Consequently, we agreed to take the claim on. The insurers for the Defendant had disputed liability. We therefore had to issue court proceedings. As a consequence we decided to obtain medical evidence. Mrs A had suffered an injury to her shoulder, spine and ribs. She also suffered a psychological injury. Despite the best efforts of the NHS she did not make a full recovery.
As a consequence of her injuries we obtained medical evidence from a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon. He recommended reports from a Pain Consultant because of her ongoing chronic pain condition as a result of the shoulder injury and a Psychologist due to her understandable psychological injury suffered as a reaction to being knocked over whilst innocuously crossing the road. Because of the ongoing need for help and assistance we obtained a report from an expert regarding a professional care regime.
After we issued proceedings the Defendant's solicitors still refused, under the instruction of their client's insurers, to accept any part on behalf of their client that he was to blame for the accident. However, we always felt this was inappropriate but we decided to continue with the case. We made an offer to them to apportion the issue of fault. They accepted that because of the accident location and circumstances there was a chance that the Judge in this matter would take the view that she was at least in part to blame for what occurred. They refused to accept the offer, offering us a split in their client's favour. They eventually advised they were looking at this case on the basis that each party was equally culpable for what had occurred. This is not something which we easily accepted but at the same time the solicitors acting for the Defendant began to make offers in respect of the value of the claim.
They started with an offer of £40,000. We responded with an offer of £120,000. They moved to £60,000 and we advised them we would take a figure of £110,000. They then increased their offer to £80,000 and after taking instructions from our client she advised she would be willing to accept £100,000. They then increased their offer to £90,000 and she took the view that she would be willing to accept this offer. We had obtained a barrister's opinion and we did exceed the valuation he placed on the claim.
We understood from our client that her intention was to alter her home to make things a little easier which was part of the claim, along with the need for help and assistance as a consequence of the injuries she suffered and the long lasting effects which would impact upon her for the rest of her life.
We acted under a no win, no fee agreement. We are prepared to discuss any type of personal injury claim including accidents at work, road traffic accidents, tripping or slipping claims, industrial disease claims and medical negligence claims which occurred in the last three years. This is indeed a true case story, although Mrs A's details have been changed to protect her identity.


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TyrannoNoddy December 26, 2015, 10:00am #1
I wasn't sure whether I should make a new topic for this given that there already is one in the entertainment section, but I felt like I would make one to discuss specifically the talking points of the TTV cast, plus this is noteworthy with the fact that this is the first time Prpldragon has appeared as a cast member. If I should move this into the main threat, feel free to tell me. I'll also have my reaction to the points brought up in spoiler tags.
[spoiler]- With the Prequels and CG environments, believe it or not… it's exaggerated. As in, the claims. http://furiousfanboys.com/2014/05/the-star-wars-prequels-sets-or-green-screen/ http://furiousfanboys.com/2014/05/the-star-wars-prequels-model-or-cg/ Of course that means nothing about how you view the movie, but with technical aspects there's more practical stuff than people realise. It just looks the way it does because they wanted to have the Republic look all shiny and advanced before the Empire came and messed things up. Of course updated effects and stuff are a thing too though. I guess another thing I'll say is that I think some CGI elements in The Force Awakens were worse than anything in the Prequels, which if there's anything I have an issue with I just think it's because it's dated. I'm mainly thinking of those weird tentacle monsters and Snoke (who to be honest looked like an undead Orc/Voldemort :V). Maz Kanata wasn't bad in herself, but her being the only CGI creation in a castle full of costumes and puppets made her really stand out, and not in a good way.
Okay, suggestion of a creature not being practical, that's new. XD
I might be a grump, but I actually didn't find most stuff funny in this. Kylo Ren getting all angry and destroying stuff though was hilarious however, like I laughed out loud in the cinema. The mind trick scene I also found funny.
Actually disagree in how the big death was sudden, as soon as I saw Han Solo and Kylo Ren face each other I was thinking "is Han gonna survive or get killed?" I did have the feeling he was going to die, but when I saw that scene, that feeling increased and I was hoping they'd try and subvert our expectations and have Kylo just push Solo out of the way, but of course he went full force. Also an interesting edition from TFA novel about Han - apparently Leia didn't actually tell him about Snoke for a while and some other Jedi stuff because she felt like he wouldn't be helpful and just push Kylo further into the dark side. Of course what's in the movie is most important but the novel does have interesting stuff that suggests what may have been cut or implications for the sequels.
Actually agree that having the father reveal be in simple exposition actually works mainly for as you said the whole scene where they can discuss it. Actually never considered that Carrie Fisher could be phoning it in, thought she was fine.
Okay, I agree on the Jedi mind trick scene, that part REALLY confused me. The only way I thought it could be possible was maybe learning from reading Kylo's mind?
The idea that Rey's memories were erased to protect her and she had some training is an interesting one. Also note that Rey is good with her staff, so that could sort of work into lightsabre use in a way? And yeah, Luke and Anakin are just as if not more unbelievable (kid Anakin blowing up the droid control ship, anyone? I actually like the Prequels a lot if you couldn't tell from my first comment but even I will admit that this is really far fetched and silly looking). Also this isn't even the first time a female character has been viewed this way in Star Wars, I think there's EU examples but the one I'm most familiar with is Ahsoka Tano from The Clone Wars, who got a lot of comments about how unbelievable she was (especially with the "Anakin had a padawan?!" comments).
Oh yeah, with Finn and Poe, they have actually become the fan favourite ship in many circles, and not just viewed as a bromance. I'm not too sure on the evidence, like the "Snoke is Darth Plagueis" theory I think it can be taken either way, but I'd love to see both of those things on screen just for a refreshing romance and a female character that for once that doesn't have a love interest (though Finn did kind of hit on Rey apparently, I was kind of hoping that they'd have the male and female lead just be good friends and not go the obvious route and make them fall in love).
With it being too similar to Episode IV, I have to admit that it did get a bit TOO similar in many ways. I have heard that it may have been a necessary evil from a marketing standpoint, in that they're beginning the new set of movies with something safe and familiar and are going to do bigger things with what they have set up in the later movies. There's even rumours of Hayden Christensen returning for Episode VIII, which could be an extension of an idea for VII where Anakin's force ghost would appear but because he only committed one act to have him considered "light," he would actually fluctuate between himself and a Darth Vader ghost (this was revealed in The Force Awakens concept art book, among other things).
Overall, I think it's far from perfect and feel like it's pretty overhyped (I'm actually curious to hear Takuma's thoughts because of this, I wonder if I might agree with him on some things), but I still think it's a good movie and look forward to see where Episodes VIII and IX go.[/spoiler]
Also happy to see Prpl on the cast, and look forward to see her more in the future, maybe with some topics she might have more to say on.


Here, in no particular order, is a list of Friends and Preservation organization websites, whose efforts and endeavors we wholeheartedly and enthusiastically endorse and support. "Click" on any of the titles or images to visit their sites. Thank you.
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A beautiful new site created by Darin Scorza to honor his father, Navigator Samuel D. Scorza and this B-24 8th Air Force Bomb Group. Wonderful unpublished photos and recollections of this highly decorated group.
We Support Our Troops is a moving, visual and musical tribute to our armed forces, then AND NOW. Works best if you have sound and takes a while to load but it is well worth it.
Written, created and produced by Rob Child, This outstanding videotape is the sweeping epic story of Gettysburg as seen through the eyes of the soldiers who were there. In mid July 1863, Union Lt. Frank Haskell wrote a letter home to his brother, which many historians consider the most vivid and well written eyewitness account of the three day battle of Gettysburg. This letter forms the narration and emotional narrative of Gettysburg: The Boys In Blue & Gray. It weaves together seven full scale battle reenactments and twenty scripted scenes that along with archival material and a stirring soundtrack transports you back to the America of 1863. Journey back with us to Gettysburg!
This is an incredible website but be forewarned. It is not for the faint of heart, as it contains many graphic and disturbing images. Devoted to remembering 9-11, it may bring you to tears as it reawakens the deep seated emotions of fear, horror and outrage felt by so many Americans as we all watched in disbelief on that terrible day. Created by a dedicated New Yorker, it serves to remind us of the loss and tragedy as well as the heroics, devotion and pride. May we never forget. God Bless America! Let's Roll!
Great website devoted to Mitchel Field, the Historic WWII Air Force Base on Long Island, NY. Also covers the WWI base, Camp Mills and early aviation on the Hempstead Plains.
My hometown of Yorktown Heights, NY, known earlier as the hamlet of "Crompond", played an important role during the American Revolution. Visit the YHS's outstanding site to learn more about their local history.
Visit the website of Rockland County's own 95th NY Infantry Regiment. Historian Lance Ingmire brings you the history of this storied unit that charged the Railroad Cut at Gettysburg. Help to preserve and restore 2 of their battle flags.
SUPPORT OUR TROOPS! Honor your family member(s) serving in the Armed Forces during "Operation Enduring Freedom". Proudly display a "Son In Service" banner in your home's front window. Organizational Banners also available.
Some of the Patriotic WEB GRAPHICS used on my website were created by Dawn. Visit her site for other great web graphics and items.
The Civil War Preservation Trust (CWPT) may be the oldest C W Battlefield Preservation Organization. Created by the merging of the Association For the Preservation of Civil War Sites (APCWS) and The Civil War Trust (CWT) a few years ago, the New organization, like its 2 predecessors has a great track record for preserving Civil War sites. They just announced their "Most Endangered Battlefield" list.
Visit the 13th North Carolina Infantry Regiment as they accurately re-enact the battles of the Civil War. Along with the Living History Association of Mecklenberg, the 13th NC are spearheading the drive for the North Carolina South Mountain Monument.
As the President and Program Director of the RCWRT, I invite you to join our organization for outstanding monthly meetings, field trips and preservation projects. Visit our site for the latest info on upcomong meetings, speaker presentations and trips.
Support the Society dedicated to honoring Lee's "Old War Horse", General James Longstreet.
A fun site created by Patricia Finnegan, devoted to preserving the memory and deeds of Joshua Lawrence Chamberlain. War hero and politician, he did much more than just defend the left flank at Little Round Top.
A new Grass roots preservation group doing outstanding work preserving Civil War sites in Central Virginia.
The Tamaroa Maritime Foundation is dedicated to saving and preserving the USCGC Tamaroa 166. This historic vessel was born the USS Zuni ATF 95 during WWII and won 4 battle stars during that conflict. In her second life as a Coast Guard Cutter, her unbelievable rescue efforts were chronicled in the feature film "The Perfect Storm". Help SAVE the TAM!
The Meade Society of Philadelphia meets once a month and is devoted to memorializing the Heroe of Gettysburg. Preservation projects and scholarship funds sponsored by the Society work to perpetuate and honor the memory of General George Gordon Meade.
Visit The Meade Archive to view photos and information on General George Gordon Meade.
Here is a great site dedicated to another 14th AF, 308th BG Aircraft, "Miss Mandy". Created by Bob Donnan to honor his father, 1st Lt. David Donnan, Navigator, this site has some wonderful photos, stories and memoribilia from this 374th Squadron B-24J. May we never forget.
This website records the history of the 15th Field Artillery from WWI right through to the present. Great research information on many different types of artillery pieces.
A quality historical publication, each issue is devoted to one specific battle and includes the legendary "General's Tour".
A small, local Battlefield preservation group in need of your support to preserve and maintain the Rich Mountain Battlefield.
One of the many Maryland camps of the SCV, devoted to preserving the heritage of Maryland Confederate soldiers.
My friends Bill and Carla Coleman write and perform wonderful Civil War music, inspired by the romance, honor, tragedy and heartbreak of the Civil War soldier and his times.
The great site is devoted to the B-24, the most produced bomber of the war. It covers all variations from all theatres of operation. Great pictures, history and chat room.
The official website of the 308th Bomb Group. A wonderful site with photos, history and chat rooms maintained by veterans, their families and historians and dedicated to the memory of the Forgotten 308th Bomb group.
World War II Families for the Return of the Missing (WWRM) Mission Statement: To work jointly with JPAC (Joint POW/MIA Accounting Command), DPMO (Defense Prisoner of War/Missing Personnel Office), and the Repatriation Divisions of the US Armed Services to bring final resolution to the Families and Friends of our Missing American Personnel from World War II. We advocate for the Families and Friends to bring these service members home to their Final Resting Place.
About Us: WWRM (World War II Families for the Recovery of the Missing) is an advocacy group of volunteers that can assist in the confusing and often frustrating process of locating and repatriating the remains of our missing service personnel from World War II. There is no fee charged although donations are accepted.


"For your school project, I want you to compile pictures of Filipino Scientists and state their contribution to the field of Science and Technology." our Science teacher said.
Wow. Where can I possibly get pictures of Filipino scientists? The best thing to do is go to the school library and photocopy some pictures found in textbooks and viola, project done!
But we were not allowed to photocopy. I'm glad it was a group project and one suggested that we go to the nearest school supplies shop while keeping our fingers crossed that a poster featuring Filipino Scientists is on sale.
It seems like Science really found a way for us to complete our task on time. We bought three posters featuring various recognized Scientists in the Philippines.
Carefully writing the achievements of every scientist on the bond paper with a black ink (I am using ballpen now – I'm officially and adult teehee) from various textbook as sources, I encountered the name 'Dr. Jose N. Rodriguez'. According to a write-up, he devoted 53 years of his life to study and search for the cure for Leprosy. I asked my classmate what Leprosy is, but she gave me a non-encouraging answer. I went to school the next day and asked my teacher and she did her best to explain what Leprosy is.
Years later, Maalaala Mo Kaya featured a story about a town with lepers. I remember Spencer Reyes playing the lead role and the story of that episode made me cry. It is all about the sacrifices and rejections leper patients experience once they are 'thrown' to a certain island. Names of places such as 'Culion' and 'Tala' were mentioned on that episode. I bugged my dad with questions..I showed my old Science textbook to him and then he smiled. I asked him why there's a sudden glow in his eyes.
"That's my grandfather." he proudly confirmed.
Wow. My great-grandfather is a Scientist?! The father of my grandfather is recognized worldwide for his research works? Who wouldn't be proud of that one?
Sometime in 2008, I joined in a contest where the grand prize is six roundtrip tickets to Busuanga (Coron). I won in that contest and it made me really happy. It was my opportunity to bring my grandparents to this part of the Philippines. My Lolo Peping was just between 17-20 years old when he last went with his father to Culion for an inspection. Apparently, the airline cancelled their flights to Busuanga weeks after they declared my victory. They gave me six roundtrip tickets to Boracay instead. Not bad, right? My first Boracay trip was special because I was with my grandparents and highschool buddy. What a good way to launch a Boracay addiction!
Then I won in another contest two years after. This time, it is a trip for two to Coron. Free Coron Island Hopping Tours, accommodation and even our meals were provided. It's like a honeymoon package except that I was with Ada. I asked the boatman if we could pass by Culion. He gave me a rather discouraging answer by saying that it will take us more than an hour to reach Culion and that we need to pay Php3,000. How much money do I have in my pocket? Not enough to even reach half Php1,500.
It took me almost three years before I pushed through with another Coron trip. I planned a trip this time with my friend Yoshke, who was more than willing to join me explore the Northern Part of Palawan. It will be our first tandem trip and we've been cancelling dates because of our conflicting trip schedules. We were both anxious with the schedule so we blocked a specific week where we're both available and no one can stop us!
The trip almost didn't push through because of reasons I cannot disclose, but let's just say that we're determined to go and we found a way to get there as planned. We've both been to Coron before and did the usual tour, but I told him beforehand that Culion is the only destination I am eyeing to visit. As long as I visit Culion in this trip, I'll be fine and grateful forever. The other spots are just a bonus.
There's a limited source of information about Culion online, but we discovered a cheaper way to get there. The ferry leaves at 2PM from the Coron Port Area and arrives in Culion at 3:30PM. It was a hot Tuesday afternoon and I should be ranting about the weather, but I am too excited to even bother 😛 We even met a photo hobbyist named Jun while on the ferry. He shared that he is taking a lot of pictures for his upcoming blog ventures.
We went straight to Hotel Maya upon arrival in Culion Island. Ms. Jona and the rest of the staff welcomed us with complimentary drinks. Woot. Loving it already.
We went straight to the view deck and we were advised that we can take a very nice sunrise photo in the morning. We left our bags at our room (a.k.a. Kabel-Kabel room).
I was too excited to go to the museum. Kuya Toto became our tour guide. At first, he showed to us the Culion church.
Me infront of the Culion Museum – Please open the door! Please!!!
The caretaker arrived after more than ten minutes. I am impressed with the way they were able to preserve some of the important documents like pictures, clippings and many more.
I went to the left side of the museum and viola, the photo I've been looking for!
Like a tourist who sees an important historical figure for the first time, I asked Yoshke to take a photo of mine beside my great grandfather's photograph. If only he can see me now. I bet he's talking to his grandson (my father – yes, he's up there in heaven too) and I hope they're both happy to see me in Culion.
I would like to salute the people behind the Culion Museum and Archives for preserving the artifacts and for giving importance to the people who worked hard for the betterment of the patients.
What I truly appreciate in this trip is that my great grandfather's contribution to the study of Leprosy and Culion in general is still being recognized up to this day. There are some places in the Philippines wherein they don't really pay too much attention to their history anymore. Blame it on the destruction of important sites just to build shopping malls or real estate properties. Blame it on how easy our life is now compared to the past (with the use of technology etc.) and whether we admit it or not, we are taking things for granted.
Thank you for sharing to us this very personal journey to find your roots.
Dito mo ako halos napaiyak Mica, parang MMK.
What a beautiful journey. I can just imagine how rewarding and meaningful it was. It gave me chills when I saw the photo of you next to your great-grandfather. That's truly special.
Truly a rewarding experience! 😀 one of the most simple yet special trip I had to date.
That's a very interesting in terms of culture and the landscape place, so I'm not surprised you really want to go there :). It's on my list as well!!
What a remarkable journey! It's great that you got to have this connection with Culion Island, thanks to your great grandfather.
Culion is in my Philippines bucket list!!! Thanks for sharing tips and info here!


Among the most reliable measurements of our economic health is consumer spending. After all, a growing labor force means more money being made and thus, more money being spent. New U.S. Census Bureau estimates show that both business spending and consumer confidence are at five-year highs. More shoppers mean more revenue for retailers, which in turn means the need for more retail workers.
"Retail really took a big hit when the economy went down during the recession," says Gregg Bedol, managing director of RedZone Consulting based in Atlanta. But the retail sector has added 500,000 jobs in the past five years, nearly half of which have come in the past year, reports the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. As a result, retailers are seeking employees with a vast array of disciplines and experience, says Bedol.
Shoppers interact with a large sub-section of the retail industry whenever they make a purchase. Sales employees account for more than 1.2 million employees in the retail sector – a considerable number, but only 8% of the total workforce. That means other retail careers account for 92% of an industry that the BLS estimates employs more than 15 million Americans.
"A people person is going to be able to work the store floor, or be a buyer or merchant, such as a purchasing manager who oversees the teams responsible for brokering retailers' wholesale partnerships," says Bedol.
Despite the boom in online shopping in recent years, there remains a vital place in retailing for "people-person" types. Bedol cites the 250 brick-and-mortar Apple Stores as an example, and Apple is on pace to open another 35 stores in 2013.
Still, technology's impact on retail is profound. To that end, the industry needs IT specialists and online advertising managers who tailor retailers' messages to web users, pushing content that appeals directly to the consumers' browsing and shopping history.
Some retailers are combining these job elements. Bedol says a fashion boutique in the Soho neighborhood of Manhattan offers designed-to-order wardrobes built on iPads by the customer using material available in the shop. He describes it as the merging of traditional and 21st century shopping.
Whether in the store or online, pricing is an integral cog in the retailing wheel. On this front, the industry appeals to yet another unique skill set, offering career paths to the mathematically inclined.
Statistical analysis is crucial for any retailer seeking to stay abreast of consumer trends. Logisticians and cost estimators are two vital careers to the industry. Cost estimators help determine the price consumers pay based on the materials and labor required to offer a product.
While retailing welcomes a vast array of skills, it's also attractive for numerous sensibilities. Job seekers can pursue careers with such multinational corporations as Target, Wal-Mart and Macy's, but also find opportunities with single outlet and niche retailers. Another advantage to working in retail, Bedol says, is that the industry can be found virtually anywhere.
"If you want work where you grew up, there's a very good chance you'll be able to find a job. If you want to travel, there are opportunities all around the world," he says.
To be sure, certain parts of the U.S. have higher hiring demand depending on the career. Purchasing managers often find jobs faster in Illinois, New York, California and Texas – all states with major metropolitan areas that are hubs for large retailers.
Job seekers also have an almost limitless variety of specialty fields in which to work through retail, from fashion to electronics to sporting goods. Those passionate about a particular segment can connect with like-minded individuals and turn their interest into a business. Bedol cites Card Kingdom, a Seattle-based company that began as a place for card game enthusiasts to find games, which evolved into a gaming retail leader.


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REVIEW: Faustx2 at the Watermill Newbury
Many will be familiar with Marlowe's Dr Faustus, the tale of man's downfall in search of the pleasure of the seven deadly sins but this production is based on another work of the same story. Goethe's poem of Faust was written in two parts in 1808 and the second published in 1832 and when staged in 2000, all 12,111 lines, it was a 21 hour marathon with a cast of 35.
This new version was adapted by Ian McDiarmid into a modern setting and runs for 70 minutes with just 3 actors and in focusing tightly on the story of Faust's desire for Gretchen and his deal with Mephisto creates a visually exciting and dramatic exploration of the impact on their lives of the temptations placed before them .
The play's structure retains that of a spoken poem with short sharp witty verse but the modernisation of the setting and the language, together with a strong atmospheric soundscape by Richard Hammarton, precise and evocative lighting by Elliot Griggs and clever projections by Zsolt Balogh adds significantly to the drama. The battle between God and Devil for the two protagonists' souls is enhanced by religious imagery which is used effectively in the projections and the back wall to amplify the struggle.
Ian McDiarmid as Faust quickly establishes his character in the opening verses as an intelligent literate man and his clear perfect delivery grabs and holds the audience's attention as he prowls around the stage or looks directly into the tight Watermill auditorium. It is delightful that the two young actors who play opposite him and who are the source of his temptation, Daisy Fairclough as Gretchen and Jacques Miche as Mephisto are his equal in every scene .Gretchen is the young innocent religious girl at home with her mother who Faust desires and Mephisto promises to deliver her to him.
Simple costume changes and clever use of voiceover beautifully portray how this seduction progresses. When Faust pulls the hood of Mephisto's coat over his head to hide and observe the other two, the comparison with McDiarmid Star Wars' character Palpatine is inescapable and the dark forces of both tales are underlined.
Director Lisa Blair has bought all these elements together into a tight, exciting visual feast which enhances the spoken word and creates a drama that assaults the senses and challenges the mind.
Rating: ★★★★
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Over the past couple of years, my company has evolved and grown to reach the $10 million mark and beyond. How did we accomplish that? Well, we tackled it in a handful of different ways—some of which I've laid out in my previous posts—but the most prominent was the exercise of constantly looking at ourselves and our industry in the mirror. By taking the time to consider the best plan of action and assess where we need to evolve and how we can innovate, our MSP business was able to remain relevant, competitive, and progressive.
To wrap up this series, I'm going to share how MSPs can take full advantage of the future IT has to offer. With that being said, here are a couple of key trends we're seeing in the crystal ball.
The IT department has shifted to be part of every department in a business—not simply a stand-alone department. Today, executives and managers have to make technical decisions on a routine basis. Marketing departments no longer need IT to setup a customer relationship management (CRM) server when they can sign up for something like Salesforce. HR departments can also register and configure their own human resource information system (HRIS) without engaging IT in any way.
Now, I'm not saying that IT has become irrelevant—because it hasn't—but there's been a shift in the way IT is looked at. In the old way of thinking, you had IT on one side and business operations on the other. Nowadays, if MSPs insist on keeping these two as separate, their phones will eventually stop ringing. A bigger opportunity has emerged for MSPs to enable clients with IT operations that will help them become more efficient and profitable in a way that directly aligns with their core business initiatives.
IT used to be simple, but not easy. Everything was based on a consistent Microsoft server platform that required certified professionals to design, implement, and support. Now, IT is easier, but much more intricate. For example, cloud platforms are not as technically complicated, but there are many to choose from. With trends such as the Internet of Things (IoT) and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD), various endpoints and devices have poured into the workplace—making the management of these endpoints more complex than ever. So, MSPs need to now shift their focus from routine IT support to using their expertise to do more impactful work that can help businesses simplify the way they handle IT operations.
Who has a better vantage point into understanding the inner workings of our clients' organization than us MSPs? Consider the fact that we have deep insight and access into the systems, business processes, and people working in every aspect of the business. However, many MSPs don't realize the opportunity this can present and often end up passing it by. Instead, we can use the information and insight we have to do more than just recommending client move their email to the cloud. MSPs can now provide deeper value by understanding what people are trying to do and helping them do it better. Essentially, MSPs can become the true strategic business advisor they are always preaching to be.
In the early years, the average MSP client was technically illiterate, which meant they would fully lean on you for help and support. Today, the workplace is full of people who have years and years (or a lifetime) of experience. They no longer need our help to be technically adept because it's now part of their nature.
Nevertheless, understanding this change can allow MSPs to be more focused on providing a different kind of value. Clients no longer need to understand how to use technology, they need to understand how to use technology more efficiently. In the future, MSPs will likely be evaluated by how well they help employees do more with the technology they already know how to use, so understanding this goal can help you position your MSP business for success.
Let's face it, we work in the fastest of all the fast-moving industries, yet we tend to not like change. It's ok to admit it! A shift in the technology landscape means a new business model for us. We don't love going back to the drawing board and finding new ways to drive revenue and profit year after year. There's no shame in wishing things wouldn't change, but there is a lot of money to lose in pretending they shouldn't.
A large part of growing past the $10M mark as an MSP is leading this charge rather than following it. We've heard for years that MSPs will become irrelevant, but the only irrelevant MSPs are the ones who are still trying to hold onto the past. The fastest growing are those who have accepted that change is undergoing and have jumped into the driver's seat.
With the rising threat landscape, more complex technology, and the increased number of vulnerabilities and endpoints to manage, clients are more willing than ever to pay for the value MSPs provide. Most companies are still not equipped to navigate the evolving technology landscape, and most MSPs are not ready to meet their needs quite yet. So, there's plenty of room for the few of us to take charge and fill that space.
$10 million is just a number. It's a good number, but it's pretty small compared to what is available right in front of us. The key here is to aim high, because if you take these trends into consideration and complete your journey to $10M, there could be $10M more waiting for you to seize in the future.