Pacific Associates Limited Minato-ku Tokyo Japan, Recruiting in Tokyo is my life's work
I have been in the recruiting industry in Tokyo since graduating business-school at the end of the '80s. Growing up in Chicago in the '60s and high-school there in the '70s, the thought of moving to California and graduating from U.C. San Diego (Economics) would have seemed a dream. Leaving for London with a duffle-bag on graduation-day and never coming back certainly would have seemed the things of fantasy, but if one follows their heart good things can happen. Thus it was I arrived, in due-course, in Japan in 1985. The opportunities and dignity of the place have kept me here ever since.
The opportunity to help professional (people to whom career is vitally important) find a path to a better life via proactive career building is, in my opinion, an honorable undertaking. That it can be done in the elegant way of Japan, where each placement we do is 'hand-made' after intensive in-person discussion with our candidates and clients has led me to dedicate my life to this work. An important goal of mine has long been to be a master-craftsman in the art of recruiting. To this end I am still meeting candidates and clients to further develop my art.
K.K. Pacific Associates Limited
President, Paul A. Levine
President Bio & History
In 1998 I made the decision to move my own career forward from being a senior recruiter who happens to own a head-hunting company to being a full-time president who happens to be expert in recruiting. Though the difference may sound pedantic or rhetorical, the day-by-day reality is quite different. The bottom line is that from the time of making this transition, my company at that time Access Technology Japan, grew from roughly 10 staff to 189 with operations in four countries in the space of three years. Further evolving, in 2004 I changed my role to Chairman, appointing one of my long-term managers as President. This facilitated the sale of that company in 2007; the largest such deal in the Tokyo recruiting-market up to that point.
My goal then was to discover life beyond that of 12+hours days and enjoy the life of the early-retired. This allowed time with my family, work my limited abilities in photography, enjoy travel and compete more often in power-lifting.
Like a pleasant afternoon nap that comes to a refreshing end, my time in retirement came to a happy finish with my establishment of Pacific Associates Limited in 2010. Pacific Associates Limited (PAL) is established as a partnership rather than sole-proprietorship. The difference is huge: my current professional objective, beyond growing my skills as in pursuit of being a master-craftsman in recruiting, is to lead my partners to be presidents. As far as I know, in the Tokyo recruiting market there has not yet been a company dedicated to helping its staff to leave the company by becoming, first a partner and then president of a separate company.
Paul Levine's Profile
Paul Levine first visited Japan in 1985. He got an MBA at the University of San Diego and the California State University in 1989, and in the same year, came back to Japan to be a headhunter. In 1992, he established Access Technology Japan; the very first Japanese headhunting company specialized in the high-tech industry. He obtained a master's degree in business administration at Harvard University in 2007. He established K.K. Pacific Associates Limited in February 2010, and continues to expand the company to new heights every day.
He has been married with two children. He loves bourbon, photograph taking and weightlifting and his skills in both fields are semi-professional. He is still active in the weightlifting field, winning first prize at a tournament in Tokyo. He still works out twice a day, coached by Chuck Wilson, his friend for over 10 years.
His trademark white shirt, red tie and red suspenders have been prominent since 1995. "I meet different candidates in the same meeting room, dressed in the same clothes. Staying consistent really helps you to concentrate on the people you meet. As a professional in judging people, "I can understand an individual within about five minutes of speaking with them".
Heimdal Online Security - 15 Steps to Maximize your Financial Data Protection
We use computers to pay bills, shop online, chat and even keep in touch with friends on social media platforms. You might not realize it, but this makes us vulnerable.
Because we willingly broadcast over the Internet valuable details, such as our credit card information or bank account credentials – information usually needed by cyber criminals – we can never be too careful when securing our financial transactions or personal information.
A 2016 report from the PricewaterhouseCoopers indicates that cybercrime is the “2nd most reported economic crime, affecting 32% of organizations.” And the same study reveals another cause for concern, apart from the economic impact:
“The insidious nature of this threat is such that of the 56% who say they are not victims, many have likely been compromised without knowing it."
The data clearly shows that cybercrime affects individuals and global economic growth. Cyber-attacks on financial institutions or with financial consequences for users like you and me are putting financial assets at risk. Consequently, financial data protection should be a strong concern for anyone.
So is there a way to for our online activities to remain private and safe from cybercriminals?
Definitely! Here are a few best practices that will keep your system protected:
- Check the link before you click it
Pay attention to the links you want to access. To make sure you are not deceived; simply hover the mouse cursor over the link to see if you are directed to a legitimate location.
If you were supposed to reach your favorite news website, such as “www.cnn.com”, but the link indicates “hfieo88.net“, then you should resist the urge of clicking the link. Hyperlinking is a common practice in phishing attacks and it’s always best to double check embedded URLs.
Most of us use shortening services for their links, such as goo.gl or tinyurl. But in some cases an unknown link may send you to a malicious site that can install malware on the system. So, how can you know where you’ll arrive if you click it?
To make sure you are about to access the right online destination, use a free tool such as Redirect Detective. This tool will allow you to see the complete path of a redirected link.
Alternatively, you can also check the suspicious links using a reliable URL checker, such as VirusTotal.
- Check the file before you click it
We all know malware is everywhere. But how can we make sure a file (or an executable file) we just downloaded is what it’s pretending to be? Can we tell the difference between a safe file and a malicious one?
An important step for everyone is to use a browser which integrates a reputation-based technology. This technology uses a cloud scoring system to analyze each application downloaded and where it comes from. As a result of the analysis, websites that distribute malicious software – not yet detected by existing defense mechanisms – are more easily blocked. For more details, you can access the following article.
To make sure you are not running a malicious executable file (which may download a Trojan virus on your system), use VirusTotal, which analyzes suspicious files on multiple antivirus solutions.
- Use secure websites to run financial transactions
Financial operations and transactions should be given high scrutiny, as they hold the key for cyber criminals to cashing out your life’s savings.
Here’s how to make sure you visit a secure website:
- Look to the left of the web address and find the “Lock” icon. This indicates that you are visiting an encrypted and/or a verified website.
- Make sure the web address starts with “https://”. The “s” comes from “secure socket layer” and it indicates you are connected to a website where data, which is sent and received, is encrypted.
- Set strong passwords for your accounts
Your passwords should contain around 20 characters. Don’t forget to combine upper and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. Don’t use the same password for all your accounts. Make a habit of changing your main passwords every 30 days. Even if you are hacked, having different passwords for each account will help you limit a potential loss.
For more information on how to set strong passwords and manage them safely, see our step by step guide on password security. This includes details on how to use a strong and secure password manager like LastPass or Sticky Password.
- Use two-factor authentication
This is one of the best ways to ensure your online accounts or your email inbox are not accessed by anyone else but you.
This option means that, besides entering your credentials, you will be required to enter a one-time code sent to your phone. Use this method to protect confidential information from social media accounts, such as Facebook, Twitter or valuable data from email accounts.
Read More About 15 Steps to Maximize your Financial Data Protection
Bacall Development: Build-to-suit construction and its advantages
Build-to-suit buildings provide room for future expansions to current tenants. It is often viewed as a long-term investment which can be leased to several tenants according to reviews. Bacall Development and Associates can design a build-to-suit property that fulfills the needs of the tenants. The firm has well-known investors and developers of retail, office, hotel and congregate care assets in Southeast Michigan.
You will see some of the basic advantages of build-to-suit construction in the designing phase and in other areas including availability and reservation. The tenants can suggest ideas and goals during the designing phase of a build-to-suit development. The interior space is specifically designed to match the needs of the tenants.
It also allows tenants to choose their preferred location. And since build-to-suit developments are usually newly constructed, energy efficient construction materials were used and installed with the latest technology that can help tenants to save on operating costs.
Other tenants can also lease available space on build-to-suit locations, or do a reservation for future expansions. The rent for this kind of development is fully tax deductible over the full term of the lease.
In any case, Bacall Development and its associates also needs you to understand the disadvantages of build-to-suit properties since this matter is an important company decision. Build-to-suit properties require a long-term commitment and demand a good credit in order to gain financing. Moreover, it takes several years to construct a build-to-suit property.
Before engaging in a build-to-suit development, you must be knowledgeable of your long-term goals and needs. Make sure that the construction materials used along with the design and location of the property will benefit your company in the future. Include flexibility to your plans because there's always the possibility of growth and expansion to your business.
Reviews advise that one must also know the credibility of the developers. Choose a developer that has reliable capabilities and has an excellent experience in building industrial properties, and a developer who can act as a point of contact throughout the entire project to ensure a smooth process.
Decades of expertise in commercial real estate made Bacall and Associates Development one of the most respected firms in Southeast Michigan. The firm is well-suited for, and welcome your build-to-suit needs, joint venture, and other strategic alliance proposals.
IOSCO issues final statement on non-GAAP financial measures
The International Organization of Securities Commissions (IOSCO) has finalised its guidance setting out IOSCO's expectations for issuers with respect to the presentation of financial measures other than those prescribed by Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP), so called 'non-GAAP financial measures'.
The IOSCO guidance is contained in the Statement on Non-GAAP Financial Measures, which sets out IOSCO's expectations for the presentation of such measures by issuers, including that sufficient information should accompanying non-GAAP financial measures to aid in their understanding and that the measures should be presented transparently and with disclosure of how they are calculated.
The statement provides specific expectations in the following broad categories:
Defining the non-GAAP financial measure. This encompasses providing a clear explanation of the basis of calculation, clearly labelling measures such that they are distinguished from GAAP measures, explaining why the measures are useful, and explicitly stating the non-GAAP measure does not have a standardised meaning and may not be comparable between entities.
Unbiased purpose. This requires that non-GAAP financial measures should not be used to avoid presenting adverse information to the market.
Prominence of GAAP measures versus non-GAAP financial measuress. Non-GAAP measures and their most directly comparable GAAP measures should be presented with equal prominence, or the GAAP measure given greater prominence, and non-GAAP measures should not in any way confuse or obscure the presentation of GAAP measures.
Reconciliation to comparable GAAP measures. Reconciliations should be provided between non-GAAP financial measures and their most directly comparable GAAP measure presented in the financial statements, with adjustments explained and reconcilable to the financial statements or information about how they are calculated provided.
Presentation of non-GAAP financial measures consistently over time. Measures should generally remain consistent from period to period, include comparative information, with any changes in composition explained and also reflected in comparative information and discontinued use of a non-GAAP measure sufficiently motivated.
Recurring items. Items that are reasonably likely to affect past and future periods, such as restructuring costs and impairment losses, should not be described as non-recurring, infrequent or unusual.
Access to associated information. The information that issuers provide regarding non-GAAP financial measures should be readily and easily accessible to third parties.
The statement is intended to be used by entities applying International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRSs) and other accounting principles.
Al Lamb's Dallas Honda: 2016 Honda Shadow Aero 750
GENERAL INFORMATION
The VT750 Shadow Aero is one of Honda’s most popular custom motorcycles on the road today. With classic styling from the spoked wheels, full fenders and chromed mufflers, the Shadow Custom Motorcycle offers breakthrough performance with a 745cc V-twin engine. It’s ten times the machine of most super-custom motorcycles without the huge price tag. Plus, it’s fuel efficient, too. Whether you’re on Main Street or the Interstate, you’re sure to turn heads with the VT750 Shadow Aero.
Want the ultimate bike for cruising? Then there’s nothing like the power from a big V-twin engine. The Shadow Custom Motorcycle offers a 7545cc powerplant with plenty of torque and a wide powerband. Then there’s the custom 2-into-2 exhaust system that flows into bullet-style mufflers. You’ll notice the difference in the sweet sound that’s classic V-twin cruiser. The VT750 Shadow Aero sounds and rides as good as it looks.
Settle into the comfortable, low-slung saddle at just 25.9 inches from the pavement, turn the ignition and set out for the open road. But no matter where your destination takes you, rest assured that the innovation of Honda engineering has you covered. The VT750 Shadow Aero sports a 296mm front disc for distinctly modern stopping power. After all, every rider knows the road can throw anything your way. Increase your confidence in any environment with Honda.
SPECS
ENGINE
Engine - 745cc liquid-cooled 52 degrees V-twin
Bore And Stroke - 79mm x 76mm
Compression Ratio - 9.6:1
Valve Train - SOHC; three valves per cylinder
Induction - PGM-FI with automatic enrichment circuit, 34mm throttle body
Ignition - Digital transistorized with electronic advance
DRIVE TRAIN
Transmission - Wide-ratio five-speed
Final Drive - Shaft
CHASSIS / SUSPENSION / BRAKES
Front Brake - Single 296mm disc with twin-piston caliper
Rear Brake - 180mm drum
Front Tire - 120/90-17
Rear Tire - 160/80-15
DIMENSIONS
Rake - 34° (Caster Angle)
Trail - 161mm (6.3 inches)
Wheelbase - 64.5 inches
Seat Height - 25.9 inches
Curb Weight - 560 pounds (Includes all standard equipment, required fluids and a full tank of fuel-ready to ride)
Miles Per Gallon - 56 MPG - Honda's fuel economy estimates are based on EPA exhaust emission measurement test procedures and are intended for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you
OTHER
Available Colors - Candy Red
Model Id - VT750CF
ACCESSORIES
Shadow Aero 750 Accessories
Aero 750 Chrome Radiator Guard - 33-08P51-MEG-100 - $144.46
Aero 750 Leather Tank Belt (Studded) - 33-08F86-MEG-101A -$55.21
Aero 750 Leather Tank Belt (Plain) - 33-08F86-MEG-101 - $52.66
Aero 750 Leather Front Pouch (Fringed) - 33-08L52-MEG-100B - $67.96
Aero 750 Leather Front Pouch (Studded) - 33-08L52-MEG-100A - $67.96
Aero 750 Chrome Solo Rider Rear Carrier - 33-08L42-MEG-100A - $116.41
Aero 750 Chrome Seat Trim Rail - 33-08P53-MEG-100 - $142.76
Aero 750 Chrome Swingarm Pivot Cover Set - 33-08P57-MEG-100 - $80.71
Aero 750 Chrome Rear Fender Trim - 33-08P76-MEG-100 - $93.46
Aero 750 Chrome Front Fender Trim - 33-08P75-MEG-100 - $89.21
Aero 750 Chrome Rear Fender Guard Rail - 33-08P52-MEG-100 - $124.91
Aero 750 Chrome Front Fender Guard Rail - 33-08P50-MEG-100 - $114.71
Aero 750 Chrome Light Bar - 33-08V31-MEG-100 - $254.96
Aero 750 Custom Windshield - 33-08R80-MEG-100B - $382.46
Aero 750 Chrome Rear Carrier - 33-08L42-MEG-100 - $130.86
Aero 750 Chrome Backrest/Rear Carrier Mounting Brackets - 33-08F75-MEG-100 - $110.46
Aero 750 Chrome Backrest Trim (Low) - 33-08F75-MCV-140 - $40.76
Aero 750 Chrome Backrest Trim (Tall) - 33-08F75-MCV-130 - $42.46
Aero 750 Chrome Spotlight Visors - 33-08F21-MCK-A00F - $23.76
Aero 750 Chrome Backrest (Tall) - 33-08F75-MEG-100A - $114.71
Aero 750 Chrome Backrest (Low) - 33-08F75-MEG-100B - $97.71
Aero 750 Leather Touring Bag (Studded) - 33-08L52-MCV-100D - $246.46
Aero 750 Synthetic Leather Saddlebags (18L Studded) - 33-08L56-MEG-100D - $348.46
Aero 750 Leather Touring Bag (Fringed) - 33-08L52-MCV-100E - $251.96
Aero 750 Leather Touring Bag (Plain) - 33-08L52-MCV-100C - $161.46
Aero 750 Synthetic Leather Saddlebags (18L Plain) - 33-08L56-MEG-100B - $402.86
Aero 750 Cycle Cover - 33-0SP34-MFE-301 - $93.46
Aero 750 Chrome Billet Master Cylinder Cap ("V" Design) - 33-08F81-MEM-200 - $38.21
Aero 750 Chrome Saddlebag Supports - 33-08L56-MEG-100J - $93.46
Aero 750 Saddlebag Mounting Brackets - 33-08L56-MEG-100E - $118.96
Aero 750 Chrome Billet Master Cylinder Cap - 33-08F81-MCK-A00 - $38.21
Aero 750 Replacement Light Assembly - 33-08V31-MEA-10004 - $50.11
Aero 750 Digital Audio Attachment Kit - 33-08B08-MEG-101 - $84.96
Aero 750 Saddlebag Liner Set - 33-08L56-MFE-100C - $42.46
Aero 750 Synthetic Leather Saddlebags - 33-08L56-MFE-100A - $178.46
Aero 750 Digital Audio System 33-08A08-9H1-000 $424.96
Aero 750 Chrome Allen Bolt Inserts (8mm) - 33-08F83-MCV-200E - $7.61
Aero 750 Chrome Allen Bolt Inserts (6mm) - 33-08F83-MCV-200D - $7.61
Aero 750 Chrome Allen Bolt Inserts (5mm) - 33-08F83-MCV-200C - $7.61
Aero 750 Heated Grips (Rubber) - 33-08T50-EWA-100 - $249.01
Aero 750 Light Bar Replacement Bulb - 33-08V31-MCK-A00A - $6.76
Aero 750 Chrome Billet Master Cylinder Cap (Neo-Retro) - 33-08F81-MCV-200A - $38.21
Aero 750 Leather Saddlebags (18L Fringed) - 33-08L56-MEM-100C - $458.96
Aero 750 Leather Saddlebags (18L Studded) - 33-08L56-MEM-101B - $458.96
Aero 750 Leather Saddlebags (18L Plain) - 33-08L56-MEM-101A - $450.46
U.S. Boiler Company Report - September 2015
Yes, the pumpkin spice latte craze is amongst us, and so is the heating season. Let this September issue of the USBR supply your toolbox with helpful HVAC tips and insight!
- Announcing our NEW fall promotion! YES. We want to put cash BACK in your pocket!
- Familiarize yourself with variable speed circulation.
- Read about useful tips for networking and how to educate your customers.
- Discover how Zolotas Brothers Inc. saved a funeral home in Peabody, Mass, 75 percent in energy expenses using a Burnham brand Alpine boiler to replace three appliances.
Sit back, sip a latte, and enjoy!
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Meir Ezra: You Are The Chiropractor Of Your Organization’s Spine
Interesting, interesting, unbelievable!
Hi everyone, It’s me again, Meir Ezra, and I’m going to talk to you about something that’s called THE SPINE.
What is the spine?
An organization, like a person, has a spine and this spine is a series of things that need to be totally aligned. And if one of them is out, you will have a problem -- a lot of pain, and you’ll not be able to move.
The more things that are “out” in the body the more pain, the less you are able to move to produce...
The more things that are “out” in an organization the less it will function.
The organizational spine is composed of ten vertebrates, ten parts, and those ten parts must be in total alignment or total agreement.
Much like the body, operating the organization will cause some of those parts to "get out" and in turn the organization will feel pain - loss of money, loss of deals etc.
You (the owner, the executive) are the chiropractor that needs to get them align and getting them aligned is what we call management.
Management is the process of getting these ten items aligned and functioning. If you don’t know those things, the ten items, you won’t know where the pain is coming from and so you won’t be able to fix it.
You will feel the pain... there’s no question about it! BUT, you will have no idea what the source of the pain is - and so you will not be able to de-bug the problem!!!
To get those ten items aligned, you first need to know what they are, then define them, then make sure they’re in agreement and then have the exact technology on how to handle each one of those items.
The bad news is that there is no quick fix - you need to learn!
The good news is that it is simple to learn.
What are those items?
How do you make sure that your organizational spine is in order?
How can you become the perfect chiropractor for your organization?
Very simple, register NOW to my tips - I will teach you how - those are truly life-changing tips and I guarantee it.
