PR Newswire Broadcast Minute and Podcast for Monday, August 14, 2006

PR Newswire Broadcast Minute and Podcast for Monday, August 14, 2006

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William Shatner Announces Contest to Find the Next Sci-Fi Star

William Shatner knows how hard it is to become a bona-fide science fiction star. That's why he's making it a little bit easier for the next generation of would-be Captain Kirks. William Shatner announced today that he is holding an on-line contest to find the most talented sci-fi personality in the United States. To enter, contestants just have to create a short video clip that shows why they are the heir apparent to William Shatner, and upload it at http://shatner.blip.tv/ by September 30th.

Full story at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=3271762

So What Do Good Bosses Wear?

AchieveGlobal Turns the Tables on Bad Bosses With Positive Leadership Pointers

The rule-by-fear management style favored by Miranda Priestly in the film "The Devil Wears Prada" is the "What Not to Wear" for corporate executives, according to international training and consulting firm AchieveGlobal Although intimidation might elicit a heroic effort from cowed subordinates -- who may initially produce impressive results -- it's not a viable management strategy over the long term, notes Joyce Thompsen, PhD, executive consultant with AchieveGlobal.

Full story at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=3266068

Millions of Kids Buy Internet Alcohol, Landmark Survey Reveals

Related Audit Confirms States Loosening Internet Alcohol Sales Laws With Little Monitoring or Enforcement Online

Millions of minors either buy alcohol online with ease or know an underage friend who does, according to a survey released on Friday by the Wine and Spirits Wholesalers of America, Inc. (W-S-W-A). A related audit of states conducted by W-S-W-A confirms legislators are moving to increase online alcohol sales despite almost no compliance checks or enforcement by state regulatory agencies due largely to a lack of resources.

Full story at: http://media.prnewswire.com/en/jsp/main.jsp?resourceid=3271976

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PRNewswire -- Aug. 14

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