Let kids be technology teachers Oct 5, 2008
He couldn't see me since they called at 11:30 p.m. and even with digital imaging and bad lighting, I wasn't about to risk a first impression without makeup. This daughter lives in Southeast Asia, and with Skype, we are able to chat most every day. (AZCentral -- News)
Breaking down the Axis of Evil Oct 4, 2008
This problem is isolated to this sport because of a rash hire Gross made to make a good first impression with SU fans; unfortunately, it hasnt quite worked out the way The Good Doctor intended. As for Cantor, one cannot deny the athletic programs struggles under her. (CuseJuice.com)
Whistleblower Claims Arbitrable Under SOX, 2nd Circuit Determines Oct 4, 2008
In a case of first impression in the federal appellate courts, the circuit upheld the dismissal of a suit brought in the Southern District by an auditor who said she was fired by Aetna because of her efforts to tighten internal oversight. It also ruled that the procedures established by the arbitration agreement were sufficient to give the auditor, Linda Guyden, a chance to enforce her statutory rights. (Law.com)
Pull Off a Polished Presentation Oct 4, 2008
"You have only one chance to create a powerful and lasting first impression. When you have a great business opportunity, why would you risk making a poor first impression?". 5. (Entrepreneur)
Business casual dress for an interview? Oct 4, 2008
It s the employer s first impression and what they will remember ... In today s competitive employment landscape, you should do everything possible to create a great first impression that ensures the interviewer remembers you at the end of the day, not the other candidates ... Other than that, professional dress is the best way to make the best first impression. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Confident Randolph giving Warriors a good first impression Oct 4, 2008
Article:NO BACKING DOWN / Confident Randolph giving Warriors a :/c/a/2008/10/02/SPUE13AJEB.DTL Article:NO BACKING DOWN / Confident Randolph giving Warriors a :/c/a/2008/10/02/SPUE13AJEB.DTL. Friday, October 3, 2008. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Former McAfee CFO Gets Year in Prison Oct 3, 2008
The former executive will bring significant issues of first impression to the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, she found, including whether the government can try someone for violating accounting rules without providing the jury with expert testimony establishing a violation of generally accepted accounting procedures. Former Solicitor General Seth Waxman, Goyal's attorney for the appeal, sat with the defendant at counsel's table. (Law.com)
Elite 75 Prep Showcase top performers Oct 3, 2008
The three-star forward gave a great first impression. He has offers from Appalachian State, Jacksonville, Western Carolina, Gardner-Webb, UNC-Greensboro and Virginia Commonwealth while William and East Carolina are showing high interest, he said. (Charlotte Sports -- Rivals.com)
With courage, resident hopes to help others avoid scammers Oct 3, 2008
My first impression, honestly, went a little something like this: Ellen, Ellen, how could you fall for this. But this time, the first impression was not my last impression. (Forest City Summit, IO)
Nichols was calm, armed and scary, carjack victims say Oct 3, 2008
My first impression was, He must be a police officer. But a moment later, Nichols was besides Cooper s door, brandishing the pistol and grabbing the driver s side door handle. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
WILSON: Following politics at home, abroad Oct 3, 2008
I don t believe the apathetic South African in the laundry room was representative of the student population, but he formed that crucial first impression. As an American I hold my breath daily when I read the latest on America s rollercoaster economy and political debate, and it unsettles me to think that I still care more about South Africa s political future than some of the South African students do. (Concord Journal, MA)
Oden is hurt! Oden is hurt! Oden is hurt! Oct 3, 2008
First impression of the season: Greg Oden was missing. It was like last year, except this year he was supposed to be here. (OregonLive, OR -- Sports)
Is Your Fence Preventing Buyers From Seeing Your Beautiful Home? Oct 3, 2008
Curb appeal is the first impression buyers get when they see your home ... If the fence that surrounds your home is rickety and worn out, buyers will come away with a shabby first impression that may not ever convince them to further explore the inside of your home. (RealtyTimes)
Magowan leaves with Giants improving Oct 3, 2008
Nothing should be able to top that," said Dave Righetti, the Giants' pitching coach who grew up rooting for the team as a youth in San Jose. "The first impression I got was that he was a real fan of the game of baseball," veteran Giants infielder Rich Aurilia said. "[He] wanted to win as much as we did. I think they did all they could to get us a winning team, and I'll always remember that. (MLB.com -- San Francisco Giants)
First impression: "Frost/Nixon" Oct 3, 2008
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A bad sign? Billboard mistake prompts complaints to radio station Oct 3, 2008
That was not the first impression we wanted to make, said Balding. We (the radio station) would never contract for that space. (Big Sky Lone Peak Lookout, MT)
Treat sorority rush like job interview Oct 3, 2008
They will only respect you more for wanting to make a favorable first impression. -- Be yourself. (Scripps Howard News Wire)
Frosts critics should chill out Oct 3, 2008
I think his first impression was very high, and we need to get back to that. Its not a matter of can he punt. (PackerReport.com)
Mistakes spoil SoCon opener Oct 3, 2008
After winning only two of eight conference games last year, it is not looking much better after the first impression. The first Chattanooga possession was a three-and-out, and Furman's first play from scrimmage went 71 yards from quarterback Jordan Sorrells to tight end Chris Tuss. (The University Echo, TN)
'Great gardens sell houses' Oct 3, 2008
Pam Golding says unequivocally: "First impressions, of course.". Oddly enough, a lasting first impression can often be a wall. (iAfrica.com)
Streaky Astros fall just short in 2008 Oct 3, 2008
-- Saccomanno makes perfect first impression Mark Saccomanno doesn't waste any time showing the Astros his pop, clubbing a homer on the first pitch he saw in the Majors. Highlights. (MLB.com -- Houston Astros)
Yankees' season derailed by inconsistency Oct 3, 2008
-- Nady's great first impression Xavier Nady slugs a home run for his first hit in pinstripes to put the Yankees on the board. Highlights. (MLB.com -- NY Yankees Yankees)
Set sail to learn: Floating Classroom educates on relationship between people, Cayuga Lake Oct 3, 2008
"It's become pretty successful. Out of that project the Eco-Cruise Series was born. There's a lot of discussion going on about Cayuga Lake in certain circles. From the global perspective with climate change and sustainability to water supply and swimming and even the smell there are many local issues. We think that a lot of people just don't know what kind of information they have on this because they don't have a good first impression of the character of the lake out there. There are a lot of... (Ithaca Times, NY)
U.S. Mars lander Phoenix sees falling snow Oct 3, 2008
View from the Surface Stereo Imager on NASA's Phoenix Mars Lander shows the first impression dubbed Yeti and shaped like a wide footprint -- made on the Martian soil by the robotic arm scoop on Sol 6, the sixth Martian day of the mission, (May 31, 2008). Touching the ground is the first step toward scooping up soil and ice and delivering the samples to the lander's onboard experiments. (Xinhuanet, China)
VP Debate: The Biggest Shocker Oct 3, 2008
2) Joe Biden makes a good first impression. Not sure about the second. (Slate)
Flogging blogging Sep 25, 2008
Explaining her first moments on Twitter (a micro-blogging service where people can post messages that are a maximum of 140 characters in length), she saw the initial view that presented the messages of everyone on the site - a rather overwhelming moment that caused her, and others, to come away with a poor first impression. But once she started to tell Twitter who her friends were, and those people she wanted to follow that were in her field of expertise, then Twitter became a much more social... (BBC News -- Americas)
Group hopes to boost downtown Sep 25, 2008
Fred Holcomb, vice president of sales for United Commercial Real Estate, said meetings have focused on creating a good first impression. "When you show a house, you want the front door to be painted, the lawn groomed and to have an overall nice appearance to the property," he said. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
Interacting With Teaching Colleague... Sep 25, 2008
As a new teacher, what you say makes a lasting first impression that will be difficult to undo. Also, form your own opinions of others teachers, students, and school policies rather than listening to the rumors. (Suite101.com)
ELIOT: Ilya Kovalchuk welcomes the pressure of leading Atlanta Sep 25, 2008
SI.com: What was your first impression of coach Anderson. Kovalchuk: Very positive. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NHL)
Hamilton says grid vital at Singapore Sep 25, 2008
The McLaren driver's first impression of the street circuit is that passing will be at a premium, meaning much will hinge on Saturday night's qualifying, due to begin at 10 p.m. local time. "Overtaking is going to be very tricky, as it is at all street circuits," Hamilton said Thursday. (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Duchess of the red carpet Sep 25, 2008
"I'd never heard of her before," says Knightley, answering a question about her first impression of the script, which arrived at her door with three ostrich feathers wrapped in a gold ribbon. "I thought she was fabulous, you know. I thought she was a fascinating character: the idea of this woman who's so politically influential and is such a fashion icon and such a force of nature and yet privately, is somebody who's so intensely vulnerable and incredibly lonely.". (Calgary Herald)
FX Soedanto: Staying true to his calling Sep 24, 2008
The first impression of this doctor is that he is modest. But almost all residents in Papua's capital city Jayapura have heard of him. (Jakarta Post, Indonesia -- Features)
Granovsky, Gluskin gift to AGO raised to $10-million Sep 24, 2008
"The new AGO will be such a beautiful and uniquely Canadian place, and Frank Gehry has designed an entry hall that will form people's first impression of the gallery as it hints at the amazing encounters with art waiting for them inside," Granovsky said. AGO director Matthew Teitelbaum said the choice of the hall as a place to enshrine Granovsky and Gluskin's names is ideally suited to their vision for the gallery. (Globe and Mail -- Entertainment)
New Family Creates Conflict Upon Arrival Sep 24, 2008
-- A family who had just moved into an East Bakersfield neighborhood did not make a good first impression to its new neighbors as the residents said the family displayed a Confederate flag in front of its house. A resident in the neighborhood called ABC23 about the family. (KERO 23, CA)
Aztec Football Weekly Press Conference Quotes Sep 24, 2008
On his first impression of Coach Nelson: "He has a lot of energy. If you are ever out there watching practice, you always see him out there first, walking laps. I have no idea where he gets his energy from, but it is really inspiring.". (Goaztecs.com)
BTC students receive makeovers as learning tool Sep 24, 2008
But Owner/Stylist Adam Medeiros opens his shop up once a year to students of the BTC business internship program -- his staff members volunteer their time to give students makeovers for that positive first impression. Hair stylists explained on Monday each style they did to the BTC students so that they would be able to do it on their own when it came time for an interview or first day on the job. (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
Letters to the editor Sep 24, 2008
I realize I am talking about perceptions, but, as we all learned somewhere along the way, you only get one chance to make a first impression. I am in favor of the facilities improvement plan the Ontario Schools Task Force has recommended and would encourage voters in Malheur County to support the bond initiative. (Ontario Argus Observer, OR)
Men, it's time to shave it off! Sep 23, 2008
It is not just about getting close, but there's more to a clean shaven look that's making woman swoon over it, reveals Mumbai based adman, Anirudh Maheshwari, "I still remember my girlfriend (now, my wife), rejecting my first proposal only because I used to sport an unshaved, unkempt look. It was only later, after knowing me that she told that my look left a bad first impression.". "It might just be a perception, but a clean shaven look gives a sharif and 'take home to mom' kind of image. A man... (India Times, India)
Custom staircases add value to home Sep 23, 2008
As one of the most prominent interior architectural features, custom staircases are an increasingly popular way for homeowners to make a captivating first impression. Interior stairways help define a home s look and serve as more than just a connecting point between two levels. (Chippewa Falls Chippewa Herald, WI)
Hard lessons: Teacher-student love turns lethal Sep 23, 2008
She seemed to making a great first impression. Shiloh Jines was a student at West High. (MSNBC -- Crime)
KHS Fitness Center gets one more revision Sep 23, 2008
Concerned wrote on Sep 10, 2008 12:40 PM:" I find it interesting that the "weight room" was also sold as a facility for weight training class and was supposed to hold the nursing classes. Now, there is no classroom. So we are paying for a glorified weight room? Ridiculous. On another topic.....We complain about how crappy our town looks and the High School has a massive garbage dumpster in the U-Drive!!! What a nice first impression when you come to our school!!! ". What happened wrote on Sep... (Keokuk Daily Gate City, IO)
We Shall Overarch! Sep 23, 2008
")Valued reader feedback: Emailer J.G. wonders why I didn't like this passage:We may not agree on abortion, but surely we can agree on reducing the number of unwanted pregnancies in this country. The reality of gun ownership may be different for hunters in rural Ohio than for those plagued by gang-violence in Cleveland, but don't tell me we can't uphold the Second Amendment while keeping AK-47s out of the hands of criminals. I know there are differences on same-sex marriage, but surely we can... (Slate)
Garcia ready for open audition Sep 23, 2008
As far as the Tigers are concerned, though, the first impression was a big one. Manager Jim Leyland marveled last week that Garcia looked like he just picked up where he left off with his five innings of two-hit ball at Texas. (MLB.com -- Detroit Tigers)
Renovate Your Home with Lighting for Less Sep 22, 2008
3) Great indoor lighting makes a glowing first impression. First impressions count and good entrance lighting makes all the difference. (Pekin Times, IL)
iPhone 2.1 - the end Sep 22, 2008
x made quite a poor first impression and I always needed to apologise for the software. I only stuck with 2. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Technology)
Nneka Ogwumike: Sticking the Landing Sep 22, 2008
I mean, I had a wonderful first impression on my official visit and now that Im actually here for good, Im really excited to be here. School starts on Monday (September 22). (TheBootleg.com)
Homeowners Shift Spending from Gas Tank to Home Sep 22, 2008
Make a positive first impression. Repair Obvious Damage. (Canton Daily Ledger, IL)
Botox can improve first impressions for attractiveness, dating success Sep 22, 2008
The popular cosmetic enhancement, botulinum toxin A (Botox) positively effects first impression judgments in relation to attractiveness, dating success, and athleticism, says new research presented at the 2008 American Academy of Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery Foundation (AAO-HNSF) Annual Meeting XPO in Chicago, IL.. According to researchers, first impressions of a person are influenced by facial appearance and improved by cosmetic surgery ... They wanted to determine whether or not the... (EurekAlert!)
Vermont wine shop offers selection - and service Sep 21, 2008
On a recent visit, my hand wasn't off the doorknob before I got my first impression of the place: sultry and familiar Van Morrison music crept from the shop's every seam. It set the perfect tone for this space, with its weathered wooden floors and exposed brick columns, bathed in the kind of lighting you find in a late-night jazz club. (Boston Globe)
Make an impression with business cards Sep 21, 2008
The cards reinforce a first impression made in-person, and Schawbel recommends that everyone, even college students, consider having at least one. He has two, one for his day job and the other for his side career as the personal branding specialist and blogger of. (Boston Globe)
Utica Music Fest a good start Sep 21, 2008
It was a terrible first impression for Utica, Mekus said. Solo performers Douglas Boyd and Jack Valen of Austin, Texas, had a different experience saying they enjoyed the crowds and the atmosphere in Utica more than they expected before leaving Texas. (Utica NY Obserer, NY)
Don't fear the telephone interview Sep 20, 2008
Make the most of a few seconds to create a great first impression ... With less than 30 seconds to make a great first impression, and about 10 to 20 minutes to sell yourself knowing how to pass this hurdle in the hiring process is crucial, O Brien said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Bruins' Ryder sets goals Sep 20, 2008
"He's shown up here in good shape. He's looking forward to making a good first impression.". Slow and steady. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
Beauchamp the fall guy in red-card farce at Celtic Park Sep 19, 2008
Asked if he would appeal, he replied: "That's the first impression that I had. And I think that our first impressions are pretty good.". On another night of surprises and comebacks, Arsenal snatched a late equaliser in a 1-1 draw at Dynamo Kiev, Lyon hit back from two goals down with 17 minutes to go to draw with Fiorentina 2-2 and Villarreal held English champions Manchester United to 0-0 at Old Trafford. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
Tips for Putting Your Best Face Forward this Fall Sep 19, 2008
Your smile is often the first impression someone has about you. "It's easy to overlook the importance of taking care of your smile, especially as schedules get busier in the fall," says Dr. Nancy Rosen, a New York City-based dentist whose clients include business executives, fashionistas and politicians. (Pekin Times, IL)
Oops, Italian referee sends off the wrong player Sep 19, 2008
Asked if he would appeal, he replied: Thats the first impression that I had. And I think that our first impressions are pretty good. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Redskins-Cardinals First Glance Sep 19, 2008
My first impression is that the Redskins are solid enough defensively to slow down Arizona's three-headed passing attack featuring Warner and receivers and. Take a look at the Cardinals' depth chart and show me a defensive player that is going to keep Greg Blache and company burning the midnight oil. (WarpathInsiders.com)
New Street designs are unveiled Sep 19, 2008
Page last updated at 12:20 GMT, Thursday, 18 September 2008 13:20 UK. Designs showing how Birmingham's New Street Station will look after a 598m revamp have been unveiled. (BBC News)
Selling a Home in a Slow Real Estat... Sep 18, 2008
Curb appeal is very much like the first impression. It makes them want to go in. (Suite101.com)
Green Springs Park opening set Sep 18, 2008
"My first impression at the age of seven was of a dark, scary, mysterious pool," Friend wrote in an e-mail. The Mayaca and Seminole Indians thought the sulfur water in the springs was healing, and Friend wrote that, at its most beautiful, Green Springs does seem to be imbued with restorative qualities. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Lodian Reid Cerney, an advocate for social justice, dies at 80 Sep 18, 2008
Fiske's first impression of Cerney. "Someone who was really passionate about social justice not just somebody watching from the sidelines, someone who's out there doing things.". (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Davids Named Progress Energy Performer Of The Week Sep 17, 2008
Evan Watchempino made a great first impression in the opening race of the 2008 cross country season. Watchempino captured the UNC Challenge individual title as he traversed the 8K course in 25:50. (Tarheelblue.com)
LETTERS: NCT, Sept. 16, 2008 Sep 17, 2008
It would make a wonderful first impression at the entrance of our town. It would bring a lot of people to that tired-looking corner. (North County Times)
Cubs looking like kings of NL Central Sep 17, 2008
The outfielder made a great first impression on Opening Day, when he hit a game-tying home run in the ninth off Milwaukee's Eric Gagne. In his first game, Fukudome notched his first homer, first RBI, first double, first walk and first single. (MLB.com -- Chi Cubs Cubs)
Women Discordant on Palin's Strengths Sep 17, 2008
" McMenamy said she felt McCain's selection "made a great first impression," as well as a terrific second impression while being interviewed by Gibson last week. "I wanted to see, you know, you know, this this firecracker, is she gonna maintain that spark. " said McMenamy, a Stockbridge resident. "And I think she truly held her own in that interview. (ABC News)
