60 http://www.prwebpodcast.com A Top 30 Stream of SWPR Press Releases (in OGG format) via PRWeb podEditor@emediawire.com (PRWeb) podMaster@emediawire.com Sun, 07 Sep 2008 17:20:52 -0700 SWPR http://www.prweb.com/prwebrss.gif 130 49 http://prwebpodcast.com Copyright PRWeb International, Inc. en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss A Top 30 Stream of SWPR Press Releases (in OGG format) via PRWeb A Top 30 Stream of SWPR Press Releases (in OGG format) via PRWeb podEditor@emediawire.com PR Web PRWeb no http://www.prweb.com/releases/nanny/nannies/prweb447602.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/nanny/nannies/prweb447602.htm Nanny expert Steve Lampert helps parents handle a close-quarters relationship with a live-in nanny and provides tips to maintain a successful working relationship. [PRWeb Oct 10, 2006] http://www.prweb.com/releases/nanny/nannies/prweb447602.htm Mon, 9 Oct 2006 16:59:39 -0700 podcrew@extrahoop.com live-in nanny comes down to how much you value privacy versus how much you need or depend on the extra help to bring up your children. Hiring a live-in nanny may be a wonderful option if you are looking for full-time childcare and your schedule is irregular and longer than a normal workday. A live-in nanny can be there for the children in the morning when the parents have left early for work and be there in the late afternoon and early evening when the parents return from work. They can also allow the parents to have a “date night” each week. If a parent is traveling often or away from home overnight for any reason, a live-in nanny can provide overnight supervision and care. Moreover, a live-in nanny can help moms deal with all-night screaming infants until they get back on their feet after giving birth. “One of the fallacies of live-in help is that you’ve got round-the-clock coverage,” says Lampert, who started an award-winning full-service nanny agency in 1994 and brought his professional nanny expertise online in 2001 with eNannySource. “A live-in nanny, though physically present for a five-day week, can’t possibly be on call twenty-four hours a day.” According to Lampert, the max should be 10-12 hours per day including “down time” when the kids sleep or are at school, plus two full days off a week. Some parents like to establish a clear-cut time when the nanny’s day begins and ends. Other parents prefer a loose arrangement in which there is no set schedule and lots of room for give and take on both sides in terms of time and duties. There are parents who say, after several live-in nannies, that they want their house, their time, their family to themselves again; and those who, having once experienced the luxury of a live-in nanny, can’t image going back to a time when they had to think twice about sleeping in or going to a movie at the last minute. “If you are considering a live-in nanny, it is important to take your time during the nanny hiring process and to get to know a few things about your nanny before she moves into your home,” says Lampert. “When you hire a live-in nanny, you are creating a personal bond that involves you and your children, so it may take some time to make everything work.” The nanny expert cites five essential tips for parents considering a live-in nanny. Room and Board. Parents should provide the basics - a bedroom and three meals a day. Many parents give the nanny her own cell phone, television and a mini fridge for her room. Live-in nannies usually are given a “nanny car” to use throughout the week, both to transport the children and for their own personal use. Typically, the parents pay for all car expenses, including insurance and gas. Privacy. Parents should make special arrangements to give a live-in nanny privacy, and negotiate their own living space and privacy within the household. If you’re going to get the... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/nanny/nannies/prweb447602.htm]]> Susan Weiss Nanny Expert Shares Advice on How Parents Can Make Room for a Live-in Nanny live-in nanny comes down to how much you value privacy versus how much you need or depend on the extra help to bring up your children. Hiring a live-in nanny may be a wonderful option if you are looking for full-time childcare and your schedule is irregular and longer than a normal workday. A live-in nanny can be there for the children in the morning when the parents have left early for work and be there in the late afternoon and early evening when the parents return from work. They can also allow the parents to have a “date night” each week. If a parent is traveling often or away from home overnight for any reason, a live-in nanny can provide overnight supervision and care. Moreover, a live-in nanny can help moms deal with all-night screaming infants until they get back on their feet after giving birth. “One of the fallacies of live-in help is that you’ve got round-the-clock coverage,” says Lampert, who started an award-winning full-service nanny agency in 1994 and brought his professional nanny expertise online in 2001 with eNannySource. “A live-in nanny, though physically present for a five-day week, can’t possibly be on call twenty-four hours a day.” According to Lampert, the max should be 10-12 hours per day including “down time” when the kids sleep or are at school, plus two full days off a week. Some parents like to establish a clear-cut time when the nanny’s day begins and ends. Other parents prefer a loose arrangement in which there is no set schedule and lots of room for give and take on both sides in terms of time and duties. There are parents who say, after several live-in nannies, that they want their house, their time, their family to themselves again; and those who, having once experienced the luxury of a live-in nanny, can’t image going back to a time when they had to think twice about sleeping in or going to a movie at the last minute. “If you are considering a live-in nanny, it is important to take your time during the nanny hiring process and to get to know a few things about your nanny before she moves into your home,” says Lampert. “When you hire a live-in nanny, you are creating a personal bond that involves you and your children, so it may take some time to make everything work.” The nanny expert cites five essential tips for parents considering a live-in nanny. Room and Board. Parents should provide the basics - a bedroom and three meals a day. Many parents give the nanny her own cell phone, television and a mini fridge for her room. Live-in nannies usually are given a “nanny car” to use throughout the week, both to transport the children and for their own personal use. Typically, the parents pay for all car expenses, including insurance and gas. Privacy. Parents should make special arrangements to give a live-in nanny privacy, and negotiate their own living space and privacy within the household. If you’re going to get the... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/nanny/nannies/prweb447602.htm]]> 00:15:00 no http://www.prweb.com/releases/franchise/ultrasound/prweb437355.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/franchise/ultrasound/prweb437355.htm United Imaging Partners creates unique franchising model to give entrepreneurs complete autonomy and control over their business. [PRWeb Sep 19, 2006] http://www.prweb.com/releases/franchise/ultrasound/prweb437355.htm Fri, 15 Sep 2006 16:28:35 -0700 podcrew@extrahoop.com franchise opportunities in the country today. From a yawn to a stretch, three-dimensional and four dimensional ultrasounds allow expectant parents to take a peek at their baby’s first real-time movements inside the womb. Additionally, the fetal images help create a positive emotional bond between expectant parents and their baby prior to the birth. Founded in 2002 by Kathy and Curt Dimmick, United Imaging Partners is a legally registered and licensed franchise with 90 locations nationwide and responsible for more than 80 percent of the 3D/4D ultrasound industry’s growth. They have created a totally unique model to franchising by enabling businesses to have complete autonomy and control over their business. “This has never been done before in the history of franchising,” said Kathy Dimmick, CEO of United Imaging Partners. “We allow our partners to choose their own name, identity, hours, décor and much, much more. Instead of buying a name they are buying a brand resulting in a business they can call their own with a path to profitability typically reserved for large franchise operators.” United Imaging Partners never takes any royalty fees or percentage of their partner’s gross receipts. They give them all the tools, benefits and ongoing services of a traditional franchise without the control issues associated with being a franchise. Another first in the franchising world is the way that United Imaging Partners makes a decision to bring someone on board. Instead of relying on a financial statement, United Imaging Partners has five key criteria to evaluate potential new partners. The elements include: determination, motivation, persistence, perseverance and entrepreneurial spirit. If someone has those essentials, Kathy and Curt have proven that they can give these potential partners the necessary business tools to be successful in this industry. “70 percent of people are introduced to the 3D/4D ultrasound industry because they are pregnant or just had a baby. They see a market void and want to bring this exciting business to their area,” said Curt Dimmick. “Many people have a dream, but don’t have any formal business training or entrepreneurial background. We understand this challenge and provide them with the foundation and necessary tools for them to succeed.” According to the Small Business Administration, over 50 percent of small businesses fail in the first year and 95 percent fail within the first five years. Since starting United Imaging Partners, not one of their facilities has failed. “We offer budding entrepreneurs a way to be in business for themselves – but not by themselves,” said Kathy. “What keeps us motivated is seeing the incredible success of the people we have helped to set up a thriving entrepreneurial business. We truly believe that we are only as successful as each of our franchise opportunities in the country today. From a yawn to a stretch, three-dimensional and four dimensional ultrasounds allow expectant parents to take a peek at their baby’s first real-time movements inside the womb. Additionally, the fetal images help create a positive emotional bond between expectant parents and their baby prior to the birth. Founded in 2002 by Kathy and Curt Dimmick, United Imaging Partners is a legally registered and licensed franchise with 90 locations nationwide and responsible for more than 80 percent of the 3D/4D ultrasound industry’s growth. They have created a totally unique model to franchising by enabling businesses to have complete autonomy and control over their business. “This has never been done before in the history of franchising,” said Kathy Dimmick, CEO of United Imaging Partners. “We allow our partners to choose their own name, identity, hours, décor and much, much more. Instead of buying a name they are buying a brand resulting in a business they can call their own with a path to profitability typically reserved for large franchise operators.” United Imaging Partners never takes any royalty fees or percentage of their partner’s gross receipts. They give them all the tools, benefits and ongoing services of a traditional franchise without the control issues associated with being a franchise. Another first in the franchising world is the way that United Imaging Partners makes a decision to bring someone on board. Instead of relying on a financial statement, United Imaging Partners has five key criteria to evaluate potential new partners. The elements include: determination, motivation, persistence, perseverance and entrepreneurial spirit. If someone has those essentials, Kathy and Curt have proven that they can give these potential partners the necessary business tools to be successful in this industry. “70 percent of people are introduced to the 3D/4D ultrasound industry because they are pregnant or just had a baby. They see a market void and want to bring this exciting business to their area,” said Curt Dimmick. “Many people have a dream, but don’t have any formal business training or entrepreneurial background. We understand this challenge and provide them with the foundation and necessary tools for them to succeed.” According to the Small Business Administration, over 50 percent of small businesses fail in the first year and 95 percent fail within the first five years. Since starting United Imaging Partners, not one of their facilities has failed. “We offer budding entrepreneurs a way to be in business for themselves – but not by themselves,” said Kathy. “What keeps us motivated is seeing the incredible success of the people we have helped to set up a thriving entrepreneurial business. We truly believe that we are only as successful as each of our 00:15:00 no http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/9/prweb435114.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/9/prweb435114.htm Online nanny agency provides parents an affordable alternative to traditional nanny agencies. [PRWeb Sep 13, 2006] http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/9/prweb435114.htm Thu, 14 Sep 2006 17:02:16 -0700 podcrew@extrahoop.com eNannySource, the largest website to feature U.S. based nannies today announced that they reached a significant milestone by signing up its 200,000 member since launching in 2001. Having run a successful, award-winning agency since 1994, Lampert adapted his nanny agency to an online environment to provide parents and nannies nationwide an affordable alternative to traditional agencies. “The demand for quality nannies has been on the upswing nationwide and many busy parents have accelerated their search time by finding a childcare professional through the internet,” said Steve Lampert, president of eNannySource. “We have grown dramatically along with the trend and have worked with thousands of parents and nannies to find each other and create lasting relationships.” eNannySource memberships range from $98 to $149, depending on the level of service required. The $149 membership includes a nanny background check. Parents can create and publish a profile online that describes their family, job specifications and ideal nanny. On eNannySource, parents will find resumes from professional and dedicated nannies as well as some au pairs who are interested in full time, part time, temporary, permanent, live-in and live-out positions. Nannies are also using the site to create profiles about their experience and interests. Both use a powerful search engine to find and contact each other. Just as it is important for parents to trust their instincts and pay attention to details in hiring a nanny, Lampert has taken extra steps to offer parents and nannies extra assurances to confidently rely on eNannySource to find a childcare provider. eNanny Source is the only online childcare provider to have been: Reviewed by TRUSTe, an independent, nonprofit enabling trust based on privacy for personal information on the internet; Checked and certified by thawte, a global SSL certificate authority that offers secure communications by encrypting all date to and from the site; Certified to meet all BBBOnLine Reliability participation and Better Business Bureau membership standards; A member of the International Nanny Association (INA), a non-profit, educational association for nannies and those who educate, place, employ, and support professional in-home child care providers. # # #]]> Susan Weiss eNannySource.com Reaches 200,000 Member Milestone and Marks Company's Fifth Anniversary eNannySource, the largest website to feature U.S. based nannies today announced that they reached a significant milestone by signing up its 200,000 member since launching in 2001. Having run a successful, award-winning agency since 1994, Lampert adapted his nanny agency to an online environment to provide parents and nannies nationwide an affordable alternative to traditional agencies. “The demand for quality nannies has been on the upswing nationwide and many busy parents have accelerated their search time by finding a childcare professional through the internet,” said Steve Lampert, president of eNannySource. “We have grown dramatically along with the trend and have worked with thousands of parents and nannies to find each other and create lasting relationships.” eNannySource memberships range from $98 to $149, depending on the level of service required. The $149 membership includes a nanny background check. Parents can create and publish a profile online that describes their family, job specifications and ideal nanny. On eNannySource, parents will find resumes from professional and dedicated nannies as well as some au pairs who are interested in full time, part time, temporary, permanent, live-in and live-out positions. Nannies are also using the site to create profiles about their experience and interests. Both use a powerful search engine to find and contact each other. Just as it is important for parents to trust their instincts and pay attention to details in hiring a nanny, Lampert has taken extra steps to offer parents and nannies extra assurances to confidently rely on eNannySource to find a childcare provider. eNanny Source is the only online childcare provider to have been: Reviewed by TRUSTe, an independent, nonprofit enabling trust based on privacy for personal information on the internet; Checked and certified by thawte, a global SSL certificate authority that offers secure communications by encrypting all date to and from the site; Certified to meet all BBBOnLine Reliability participation and Better Business Bureau membership standards; A member of the International Nanny Association (INA), a non-profit, educational association for nannies and those who educate, place, employ, and support professional in-home child care providers. # # #]]> 00:15:00 no http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/8/prweb430153.htm http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/8/prweb430153.htm Nanny expert Steve Lampert recommends parents and nannies mutually agree to employment issues and expectations prior to hiring. [PRWeb Aug 29, 2006] http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/8/prweb430153.htm Wed, 30 Aug 2006 11:05:53 -0700 podcrew@extrahoop.com eNannySource. Lampert says finding and hiring the right nanny for your family is one of the most serious undertakings you will ever face as a parent. “It is important to have all the information you need to confidently make the hiring and employment process smoother and more professional,” he says. “The fact is there are more regulations for hairdressers and manicurists than for nannies. Anyone can wake up in the morning and start calling herself a nanny.” According to Lampert, you will know that you've found the right candidate when you speak with her on the phone and in person, and see how she responds to your children in a first meeting. “Whether you use a traditional agency or find a nanny online, your best tool is always your intuition. If you and the nanny instinctively feel comfortable around each other, you are likely to have the best fit for your family.” The nanny expert cites five common mistakes parents make in dealing with a nanny and some pointers to help keep your nanny feeling secure and appreciated. 1. Problem: The parent does not take responsibility for laying out clearly the terms and conditions of employment. Solution: Be straightforward and direct. Before the hiring process is complete provide a mutual nanny contract, outlining expectations about the job. 2. Problem: The parents make unexpected and unreasonable requests to the nanny in the form of extra hours or chores. Solution: Lay down ground rules, and respect them. Good communication is the most important part of the parent-nanny relationship. She shouldn’t be asked to do errands unrelated to childcare, unless she agrees to certain duties ahead of time and is detailed in her contract. 3. Problem: The nanny attempts to impose house rules and the parent undermines her authority by reversing her decisions. Solution: Back her up. Nannies take their job seriously and so should you. Don’t change your mind about house rules that you’ve approved as soon as your child complains to you. This kind of thing is confusing to a child and can make the nanny’s job much harder. 4. Problem: The nanny is unhappy with her salary and benefits. Solution: Just as you wouldn’t be happy earning a below-average salary at your job, neither would your nanny. Pay a competitive rate depending on where you live, duties involved, how many... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/8/prweb430153.htm]]> Susan Weiss Nanny Expert Reveals Top Items for Parents to Discuss Before Hiring a Nanny to Care for Their Children eNannySource. Lampert says finding and hiring the right nanny for your family is one of the most serious undertakings you will ever face as a parent. “It is important to have all the information you need to confidently make the hiring and employment process smoother and more professional,” he says. “The fact is there are more regulations for hairdressers and manicurists than for nannies. Anyone can wake up in the morning and start calling herself a nanny.” According to Lampert, you will know that you've found the right candidate when you speak with her on the phone and in person, and see how she responds to your children in a first meeting. “Whether you use a traditional agency or find a nanny online, your best tool is always your intuition. If you and the nanny instinctively feel comfortable around each other, you are likely to have the best fit for your family.” The nanny expert cites five common mistakes parents make in dealing with a nanny and some pointers to help keep your nanny feeling secure and appreciated. 1. Problem: The parent does not take responsibility for laying out clearly the terms and conditions of employment. Solution: Be straightforward and direct. Before the hiring process is complete provide a mutual nanny contract, outlining expectations about the job. 2. Problem: The parents make unexpected and unreasonable requests to the nanny in the form of extra hours or chores. Solution: Lay down ground rules, and respect them. Good communication is the most important part of the parent-nanny relationship. She shouldn’t be asked to do errands unrelated to childcare, unless she agrees to certain duties ahead of time and is detailed in her contract. 3. Problem: The nanny attempts to impose house rules and the parent undermines her authority by reversing her decisions. Solution: Back her up. Nannies take their job seriously and so should you. Don’t change your mind about house rules that you’ve approved as soon as your child complains to you. This kind of thing is confusing to a child and can make the nanny’s job much harder. 4. Problem: The nanny is unhappy with her salary and benefits. Solution: Just as you wouldn’t be happy earning a below-average salary at your job, neither would your nanny. Pay a competitive rate depending on where you live, duties involved, how many... To read the press release in full goto http://www.prweb.com/releases/2006/8/prweb430153.htm]]> 00:15:00 no