They prefer the flexibility of interim assignments. Top echelon senior people are extremely competitive. They have built and run successful businesses, they enjoy and share an entrepreneurial spirit and like the thrill of constant change and challenges. Many have made a lifestyle change at 45 to 60 and wish to stay involved without making a 5-7 year commitment. Some are financially independent but have no intent of retiring at an early age.

Interim executives are hands-on professionals with successful track records in multiple disciplines, industries, and environments. IEM executives have a minimum of 10 years experience in interim executive management and have served a wide range of companies, from Fortune 500 firms to early-stage entities. They are interim C-level executives-CEOs, COOs, CFOs, etc.-who bring knowledge and experience that enables them to quickly become a valuable contributing member of any executive team.

IEM is a premier provider of executive leadership to organizations in various states of transition. These entities may be established enterprises that are restructuring, changing core competencies, enhancing operational efficiencies, or aspiring to grow. IEM strategically places our executives where needed and directs them to achieve mutually agreed upon measurable results.

IEM provides its clients with action plans and implementation services. Depending upon predefined client objectives, projects typically range from one to several years.

IEM assists firms in transitional modes of operation. Our clients include organizations that are restructuring, undergoing mergers and acquisitions, and/or establishing growth or enhancement plans. IEM brings value to these firms by delivering a unique combination of insight, vision, and practical application.

Blue Ridge we have found that our communications with our clients goes far more smoothly if we’re all on the same page. To this end, we spend time educating and explaining ESOP issues to our clients. It is much easier to work with your ESOP if you have some knowledge about how the pieces fit together. In addition, we can provide you with a list of sources for further information about ESOPs.

The most important thing is to make sure that you remove all the tick, including the mouth parts that are buried in your skin. Also, do not squeeze the body of the tick when you are removing it. This can force its stomach contents into the wound and increase the chance of infection. If you have found a tick, you have three choices: Get someone else to remove the tick for you. If you can't reach it or see it clearly. For example, if it's on your scalp or some other hard-to-reach place.

Any tick should be removed as soon as possible. The best way is to use tweezers to grab the tick as close to the skin as possible and pull it straight out. Do not squeeze the tick's body when removing it. Do not handle ticks with bare hands. Wash your hands after removing a tick. You may want to apply an antiseptic on the bite. After removing, drown the tick in alcohol or kerosene and keep it in case illness occurs so you can show it to your doctor or send it for identification.

Insect repellent may be applied to the tick, which will kill it. The tick should be removed with the aid of a pair of fine tipped forceps; the tick needs to be grasped as close the skin of the host as possible, and then forcibly removed. (BACK)

Management consultants assess, advise, and recommend changes to clients; the client makes the decision whether to proceed, implement changes, or ignore the advice. An Interim Executive may provide all of the services of a consultant, but also manages implementation and measures of accountability.

Occasionally, clients inquire about making an IEM executive a permanent employee. In such cases when the particular executive is interested, IEM will work with both parties to make the necessary provisions and transition.

The main brain of the computer is usually contained on one solid state "chip" called the microprocessor, also known as the CPU, or Central Processing Unit, the microprocessor performs mathematical and logical operations such as sorting, comparing, and manipulating information. A computer doesn't think; it's more of a "high-speed idiot" that uses complex sets of instructions or programs to perform everyday business tasks.

To answer these questions I have an area on this web site which you might like to visit - it is called Dermatologist's Diary in which I will regularly update life as a dermatologist, interesting problems, unusual situations, etc.

Because some working professionals have an increased need for confidential treatment and a need to remain connected to work responsibilities, executive rehabs exist to remove barriers to treatment access for those people unable to benefit from a conventional rehab experience.

Secretary of Homeland Security Michael Chertoff serves as the Executive Agent of the National Communications System. The Secretary of Homeland Security assumed duties of the Executive Agent on March 1, 2003 when sponsorship of the NCS transferred from the Defense Department to the Department of Homeland Security.

When a tick is removed, commonly a portion of the head or the mouthparts are left behind. Generally this does not cause any problems as the head of the tick will fall out as the skin sloughs off in time. However, if a local reaction does occur, then a physician should be consulted. (BACK)

A variety of methods exist to reduce the possibility of tick bite and prevention is best achieved via some form of personal protection. People who bushwalk in tick infested areas need to use an insect repellent, particularly one containing the chemical DEET, and this should be applied regularly to clothing. Wearing light coloured clothing is useful as ticks can be more easily spotted. Bushland locations which are highly tick infested should be avoided. (BACK)

Treatment is the same as that for mosquitoes; cold water and ice can be useful to relieve itching, although ice should not be applied directly to the skin. A variety of commercial preparations can be obtained from the chemist including Eurax? and Stingose?. In severe cases, oral antihistamines may have to be administered and if symptoms persist, a physician should be consulted. (BACK)