SMART COLLAR

JP Pampena presents live testimonials about the Smart Collar. The only pet collar in the world guaranteed to reduce pet shedding problems all year long.

Hello,

My name is Leah, and I work for a veterinarian clinic in the city of Elora. I first heard about The Smart Collar through a client of ours who has been bringing their pet to our clinic. At first I was rather skeptical of how well this collar would work. However, I decided to try it for myself, and called the company that produces The Smart Collar to order one for my pet Golden Retriever. To my surprise, I found that this product was amazing. I found it to really reduce pet shedding. I understand after using this Smart Collar, why it is the only collar in the world that guarantees to reduce pet shedding problems and is a great solution for all pet owners. I would definitely endorse this product to any dog or cat owner.

Yours Truly
Leah

HAIR AFFAIR

I recently complimented a female colleague on her new haircut, but her response was not the usual "thank you." Instead, she lowered her voice, looked around furtively and admitted that her new hairdo, which she liked very much, was the result of cheating on her hairdresser. She had said nothing to the man who had styled her hair for years about her growing displeasure with his haircuts. She simply went to someone else to get something new. And she felt extremely guilty about it.

It made me wonder why so many people -- mostly women, -- have such a hard time leaving a hair stylist. Why do women do this and feel so badly and so anxious about it?

This behavior strikes me as especially interesting because it is totally at odds with the way today's consumers act in just about every other retail or service setting. If the pages aren't straight at Staples, we make them redo the copies. If the clerk at the Loblaws is rude, we talk to the manager. If there's no help at the Old Navy, we shop somewhere else. Most of the time, we feel not a twinge of ambivalence about demanding something better or simply walking out.

Good hairdressers are very much about one-to-one relationships. As bad as people may feel about suddenly abandoning a longtime hairdresser, the change is also a big cause of dismay among stylists.

What frustrates salons about clients who simply stop showing up is that the stylist never knows what the problem was - and I feel for them.

It may sound like bad poetry, but it's a fair complaint. Stylists view their relationships with clients as much less intimate than the clients do, and they need to know for professional reasons what went wrong. The woman in the chair sees the relationship as much more personal -- after all, this is someone with license to touch her and the control to change her looks.

Stayed tuned for part 2.

Written by Rebecca Marissa Cohen from JP Public Relations Inc.

Sponsored by Stylist On Call Inc. - the in home and on location hair styling professionals. Click here for more www.stylistoncallinc.com

Who looks after my hairdressers?

Hairdressers love people. They care about their clients and take an interest in every part of their life. Hairdressers are often among the first to hear about the good times of life, such as births and weddings. They are also among the first to hear of conflict in relationships and illness or death in the family. Hairdressers are natural helpers and can sometimes feel responsible for not only the hair style but also the self esteem of their clients. Hairdressers provide nurturing for their clients; but who looks after the hairdressers well being?

Do you usually head to the local barbershop to get your regular trim? Think again. The hairdressers you want are working at the trendy franchise and hip independent salons in and around town. Ask around -- friends, co-workers or anybody else may be able to tell you where to visit if you’re at a loss. Check on the internet for some ideas, too -- a website (www.stylistoncallinc.com) is a good indicator of what the "theme" of the salon is, and the types of people working there. This is your start on how to score a hairdresser.

If you go to a contemporary downtown salon that charges $45 for a standard men’s haircut, chances are you can expect higher-standards, more creativity and more experience . It is essential that you figure out where you’d like to go. If you need help figuring this out email or call me; jp@jpforpr.com or 416 - 630- 5001.

I recently complimented a female colleague on her new haircut, but her response was not the usual "thank you." Instead, she lowered her voice, looked around furtively and admitted that her new hairdo, which she liked very much, was the result of cheating on her hairdresser. She had said nothing to the man who had styled her hair for years about her growing displeasure with his haircuts. She simply went to someone else to get something new. And she felt extremely guilty about it.

It made me wonder why so many people -- mostly women, -- have such a hard time leaving a hair stylist. Why do women do this and feel so badly and so anxious about it?

This behavior strikes me as especially interesting because it is totally at odds with the way today's consumers act in just about every other retail or service setting. If the pages aren't straight at Staples, we make them redo the copies. If the clerk at the Loblaws is rude, we talk to the manager. If there's no help at the Old Navy, we shop somewhere else. Most of the time, we feel not a twinge of ambivalence about demanding something better or simply walking out.

Good hairdressers are very much about one-to-one relationships. As bad as people may feel about suddenly abandoning a longtime hairdresser, the change is also a big cause of dismay among stylists.

What frustrates salons about clients who simply stop showing up is that the stylist never knows what the problem was - and I feel for them.

It may sound like bad poetry, but it's a fair complaint. Stylists view their relationships with clients as much less intimate than the clients do, and they need to know for professional reasons what went wrong. The woman in the chair sees the relationship as much more personal -- after all, this is someone with license to touch her and the control to change her looks.

Celebrities and Fans Alike Gather to Help Create Collage

I am planning a memorial tribute to the great musician Michael Jackson. The memorial will be complied into a collage of several thousand messages and will be presented, in September, to the family compound in California.

I have already received condolence messages from several celebrities. The first to extend their condolences was Dennis Edwards, the lead singer of the notorious Temptations. I have also received messages from Frank Sinatra tribute singer Rick Sonanta and Canadian film-maker Frank Caruso. Other celebrities who have extended their condolences through other media venues have been Cher, Usher and Diana Ross.

The internet has allowed me to connect with fans all over the world. The Jackson family is faced with tragedy and I want to show them how much the fans care. The comments I have received are knowledgeable and influential. I am excited to present this to the Jackson family. People have extended their love and sadness in passionate messages. I am honoured to pay homage to Michael Jackson.

Fans who wish to express their condolences to Michael Jackson should either post them on Youtube and send us the URL, send us a message on twitter at www.twitter.com/jpforpr or email at jp@jpforpr.com.

My Close Encounter with Michael Jackson

Michael Jackson was a legend and a hero in his own right. He was one of the most influential artists in the world. His career began at a young age, and lasted almost forty years.

I had the opportunity to become associated with Michael Jackson about 10 years ago. In 2002, I was hired as Ben Johnson’s PR agent and helped to launch his clothing line, BJ Sportswear. Ben Johnson is a former Canadian Olympic gold medalist and is still recognized today. The clothing line went worldwide, and during this time, I had the pleasure of working with, and getting to know Ben. Ben and Michael were old friends and Ben wanted Michael to help debut his clothing line. Unfortunately, due to Mr. Jackson’s prior contractual obligation, this did not take place. However, my dealings with Michael and his publicity spokespeople were positive.

Michael was one of the most talented musicians of his time. For the people who are not familiar with his accomplishment, his achievements include setting multiple Guinness World Records - including one for "Most Successful Entertainer of All Time." He won 13 Grammy Awards, and had thirteen #1 singles in his solo career. He also sold 750 million records worldwide. Jackson sold out all of his concerts, regardless of the size of the venue. He constantly broke records for concert size. These are not small accomplishments!

Throughout his career he received numerous honours and awards, including the World Music Awards' Best-Selling Pop Male Artist of the Millennium, the American Music Awards' Artist of the Century Award and the Bambi Pop Artist of the Millennium Award. He was a double-inductee of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, once as a member of lead singer of The Jackson 5 in 1997 and later as a solo artist in 2001. Jackson was also an inductee of the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2002.

I remember in the early 1980s, he became a dominant figure in popular and the first African American entertainer to amass a strong crossover following on MTV. With stage performances and music videos, Jackson popularized a number of complicated dance moves, such as the robot and the moonwalk. Jackson's work, distinctive musical sound and vocal style have influenced hip hop, pop, and R&B artists, including Mariah Carey, Usher, Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake and R.Kelly. For much of his career, he had an "unparalleled" level of worldwide influence over the younger generation through his musical and humanitarian contributions.

Unlike many artists, Jackson did not write his songs on paper. Instead he would dictate into a sound recorder; when recording he would sing from memory. Fans observed how Jackson transformed the music video into an art form and a promotional tool through complex story lines, dance routines, special effects and famous cameo appearances; simultaneously breaking down racial barriers.

Jackson donated and raised millions of dollars for beneficial causes through his foundations, charity singles, and support of 39 charities. The singer had experienced health concerns since the early 1990s – but I am still in shock about his death. I send my sincerest condolences out to his family, friends and fans.

I am hoping to gather tens of thousands of well wisher messages showing fan support and love for Michael Jackson and his family at this crucial time. I aim to create a collage to send to the Jackson family. Make sure his family gets your message. Please send to jp@jpforpr.com.