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A website is of critical importance to any company as it is a vital link between the company and its customers and other stakeholders. Thus maintaining a website with updated content is one of the most effective ways to market your products as well as keep up the goodwill in the market. The purpose of content management software is to create and manage website content in such a way that you do not require any technical assistance to be in control of your websites. The entire process is automated with the help of content management software and an effective system should cut down on operating costs and increase profit margins of your web business.

Thus the most important features of a content management system should allow you to create documents and multimedia material and import them on to your website. The different content types should be allotted roles and responsibilities, so that the flow of the content is as smooth as possible. The software should also notify and alert content managers of any change/modification required in the content. In case you have multiple versions of your content, the content management software should allow you to track and manage the content accordingly.

The software should also ideally be able to store and archive the content for easy search and retrieval at times of need. There are some content management software systems available which even allow you to set your own default layout of the content, including fonts and colors used in the site. It is an inevitable tool to manage the life cycle of web content, starting from creation, revision, publication and archiving and destruction.

One of the first things to look for in a Content Management System is whether it is user-friendly, which can accommodate multiple users with varying skill levels. There is some software which can be installed on your server or PC, and there are some which are hosted by the system developers and accessed over the internet. The latter is less expensive, but come with some good options like, software-on-demand which means that you only pay for the time you use it. Another important thing to look for in the features of the CMS is whether it has all the features of Microsoft Word. This makes the task of the content developers easy while creating and editing the web content. CMS system can be used for both small and large business enterprises.

Some Content Management software allows limited access to content developers certain pre-authorized areas within the system. This type of permission-based access facility is very popular when it comes to creating, accessing and managing menus, submenus, hyperlinks, new page creations, etc. The software should enable the authorized content developers to navigate quickly using pull-down or drill-down menus to access the specific area of the website. The auto log-out facility is included with most Content Management Systems which allow a content editor to leave an active session open without implementing any change in the content for a pre-fixed period of time.

J. Allen owns and operates http://www.cmsdigest.com Content Management Software

Youve written your book.

Youve either sold it to a traditional publisher or youve decided to self-publish.

You know the book has the potential to become a bestseller.

Now... how do you make that happen?

For the answers to these and other questions, I interviewed Nashville, Tennessee, book publicist Maryglenn McCombs. Heres what I found out:

Q: What is a book publicist? What should authors expect from a publicist?

A: Book publicists work with the media to generate awareness - both at a consumer and retail level - for a book. Publicists act as a liaison between the author or publisher and the media. My job, as a publicist for a book, is to generate media coverage for a book or author.

As for what a client should expect, I think dependability and responsiveness are key. It is important that the publicist have strong media contacts, good writing skills and verbal skills and a general awareness or interest in the book's subject matter.

Q: Do you work on a project by project basis? I would assume, as a publicist, you like to build a relationship with each client to see results. How do you do this?

A: For the launch of a book, I work on a per project basis. There are special circumstances where I will to take on a project for an agreed-upon number of hours per month, but these are typically for post-publication books that need a jump-start or other instances where an intensive campaign is not necessary.

And it doesn't happen overnight. As a publicist, I think it is extremely important to explain the process and timing of the campaign (i.e., when will the publicist pitch to print media? Radio? TV? Will they set up a book tour?) to the client on the front end. It is important to address a client's expectations, as well.

I like to keep my clients well aware of everything I am working on, so I send reports detailing what has been done/who has been pitched, the status, and next steps. The client deserves to be completely in-the-know about the services being provided. Effectively promoting a book is a process -- and it is one that requires lots of patience - both from the author and the publicist.

Q: Does the publicist write the press materials, or does the author have to do that?

A: I create all of my own press materials. Occasionally, clients will come to me with their own press materials, but I prefer to create releases, biographies, and other materials myself, as this is a great way to familiarize myself with the client, their book and message. I do ask that my clients supply digital photos of their headshots.

Q: How are publicists paid?

A: I work on a per project basis and am usually paid in monthly installments.

Q: How do you create a press kit for each client? What do you do with the press kit to promote your client?

A: I typically keep the press kit as simple as possible -- a press release (not longer than one page), a biography, a fact sheet (just the details about the book, such as ISBN, trim size, price, etc.) and in some cases, a tip sheet (a few succinct bullet points of what is in the book) If there is an interesting backstory to a book, I sometimes include a mock interview with the author.

The press kit is used for a number of things - soliciting reviews, providing background for interviews, etc. One client I currently represent is using the press kit I created for him to solicit speaking engagements.

Q: Do all your clients live in Nashville? How do authors hire you?

A: I work with very few clients in Nashville. Right now, I have clients in London, New York, Massachusetts, Wisconsin, Texas, California, Florida, Kentucky, and Ohio.

The first step is just to make contact -- email is the easiest way to reach me (maryglenn@maryglenn.com). Initially, it is helpful to know a little about the book, when it is expected to be released, etc. From there, I typically schedule a phone consultation with the author/publisher to discuss further and answer questions about how I work and the services I provide.

Suzanne Lieurance is a fulltime freelance writer, children's author, and The Working Writer's Coach. Visit her website at http://www.workingwriterscoach.com to find out more about her coaching program designed to help people who like to write become "working" freelance writers. Visit her blog at http://www.the-working-writers-coach.blogspot.com for more helpful tips for writers. Join her mailing list at her blog, and every weekday morning you'll receive The Morning Nudge, a few words to motivate and inspire you to get a little writing done. For free weekly networking teleconferences for writers, visit The Lieurance Group blog at http://www.lieurancegroup.blogspot.com

The most commonly used over the counter medications used to treat male yeast infections are the same products that are used to cure female yeast infections. Thats because the very same yeast that causes vaginal yeast infections in women can cause infections in men.

Men can safely use over the counter antifungal treatments such as Monistat even those these products are labeled for vaginal use. Over the counter medications like Monistat are marketed to women because genital yeast infections are much more common in women than in men. Other commonly used over the counter medications are Lamisil, Micatin and Lotrimin. Vagisil cream can be used to help relieve itchiness and burning until the yeast infection is cured.

To treat a male yeast infection apply the over the counter medication directly to the affected skin on your penis twice daily for a week. If the rash doesnt go away after a week or if it recurs frequently, you should get a medical evaluation. Persistent or recurring yeast infections can be associated with other chronic medical conditions such as diabetes and HIV. If your yeast infection is caused by an underlying medical condition, the infection will not improve until the underlying medical condition is addressed.

While treating a male yeast infection be sure to do the following:

Wash and dry the affected area with a clean towel.
Apply the antifungal cream, powder or spray as directed.
Change clothes, especially underwear, every day.

Many holistic practitioners recommend that men who are trying to cure a yeast infection with over the counter products also eat yogurt daily. Yogurt contains acidophilus which helps restore the natural PH balance in your body. Buttermilk can also play a role in restoring PH balances.

Jock itch is more common in men than yeast infections. The medical term for jock itch is tinea cruis. Jock itch is a common skin infection that is cased by a type of fungus called tinea. The fungus thrives in warm, moist areas of the body which is why the infection often affects the genitals, inner thighs and buttocks. Infections occur more frequently in the summer or in warm, wet climates. There are many over the counter products for jock itch and for male yeast infection. You may also want to try home remedy for yeast infection treatment.

Jock itch appears as a red, itchy rash that is often ring-shaped. Jock itch is only mildly contagious. In most cases the treatment for jock itch involves keeping the affected area clean and dry and applying topical antifungal medications. Jock itch usually responds to over the counter antifungal creams and sprays. However, prescription job itch creams may be needed if the infection does not respond to over the counter treatments.

It is best to avoid sexual contact while treating your yeast infection with over the counter products. It is important to use over the counter products for male yeast infection exactly as directed.

Glossary:

Over The Counter: Medications that can be obtained without a prescription Diflucan: A powerful drug that often cures yeast infections in just one treatment.

Learn more about yeast infection and skin on our site. You'll also find other information such as ingrown hair with yeast infection. YeastInfectionTreatment.org is a comprehensive resource to help individuals with yeast infection to identify symptoms, prevention and treatment options.

Making money and corrupting the morals of a minor at the same time is not my idea of ethical advertising. Recently a television ad depicted a small boy breaking a window so the owner's wife could upgrade to their own style of window. There were several messages inherent in this ad that bother me.

First, it says that it is O.K. to destroy other people's property if the owner gets someone else to do it. It's like arson, but without the fire. Then, if you lie to the insurance company (and your husband) and say it was an accident, you can use the money to buy a new window.

Of course, since the damage will be over a thousand dollars, the crime is now a felony. Felons can't hold government jobs and are marked for life. Oh, yeah, insurance fraud is a crime, too. But who would fall for such an idea? You'd have to find a little kid, give him money and get him to promise not to tell who paid him and why. All eight year old children have to face life's decisions sometime, don't they?

Now, some ad executive decided to put these ideas on the tube so that millions of people see it, including a lot of kids. So what if the cost of insurance goes up, the cost of the TV ad is tacked on to the price of the product and everybody makes a profit? That's a good thing, isn't it?

Did you ever buy something advertised on TV or in a magazine and was disappointed with the quality or the performance of the product? While it is impossible to change the way some companies advertise their products, here are a few clues that will warn you away from being cheated. Over-the-counter medications are prime examples of the old carnival pitch. If words like 'sometimes', helpful', bigger', or 'more effective are used, then you know that without a comparative study and the percentages to go with them, these modifiers serve only to put a positive spin on the product.

When a medication is helpful, does that mean one per cent of the time or ninety percent of the time? How often is sometimes and bigger than what? Products touted as 'amazing' or 'fantastic' get your adrenaline going, but don't let it get to your wallet. Personal recommendations are purely anecdotal and have nothing to do with a comparative blind study. Adjectives like 'incomparable', 'incredible' and 'unbelievable' often mean exactly what they say. Skin products are rampant with false claims and mythical properties. In science class, we learned that the human skin is practically impervious to anything you put on it except for some acids or strong alkali. A simple softening hand lotion is all you'll ever need and then only in unusual circumstances. Hair shampoo is another catch-all for superlatives. A bar of hand soap in soft water will wash your hair fifty times for eighty cents and do a great job.

I once ordered three 'Multi-fruit trees' from a magazine ad. The picture showed apples , pears, cherries and peaches growing from the same tree! I paid my $5.95 and received three dried out sticks wrapped in spaghum moss. Not even Darwin himself could resurrect these specimens. Other similar items found their place in the attic, like FM transmitters (Fool your friends with your voice on the radio!), instant breast enhancers, fifteen watt bulbs that last forever, and an all-purpose stain remover that supposedly helps remove (almost) any stain. So don't be taken in by the seemingly wonderful qualities of 'bargain' products. Rely on scientific studies, consumer reports and trial and error. If that doesn't work, ask your mother.

Great age allows for making a lot of mistakes. I hope I learned from some of them.