As I was studying for the SHRM-CP exam, I came across several posts on here that were useful in helping me along the process, so I thought I would share some information on how I passed for future test takers. Please note that I did NOT purchase the SHRM Learning System. I studied by myself using free online resources and a few books I bought off Amazon. Prep/Study Time
I studied for about 4–5 weeks. On weekdays I studied between 1–3 hours per day, on the weekends I would do 4–6 hours per day, and during the last 7–10 days, I studied about 4–6 hours per day. Of course, I took a few nights off here and there as well. Keep in mind that you may need to study more or less given your work experience (I have a Master’s in I/O Psych and about 2 years of relevant work experience). To be honest, I wish I had started studying 2–3 weeks earlier. I would recommend giving yourself at least 1.5–2 months to prepare for this exam.
Resources:

1. SHRM BoCK — This is a free PDF that you can download off the SHRM website. I used this resource to guide my overall learning. I dissected the entire document and made flashcards on Quizlet for everything I did not know. In particular, I focused on the “key concepts” for each section and made sure I knew the definition of each term. There is also a glossary of terms and definitions at the end of the document, so I added all those terms into Quizlet as well. The glossary does not have every definition you will need to know, but it’s a good start. For the terms I could not find a definition for, I would either

A) Google it
B) see how the SHRM website defines it,
C) use one of my other resources to find a definition
D) go to Youtube to learn more.
2) SHRM-CP Exam by certexamdb Test Prep: You can find in here
I explored a few different practice exams, but this was by far the most useful. You cannot use this as your only resource, but it is a great start.
3) PHSPHR Professional in Human Resources Certification Study Guide by Anne Bogardus: You can actually find a PDF of this online for free. At some point throughout the study process (usually after a practice exam), you will likely realize that you need to go into more depth with certain concepts. This is where this study guide comes in. I didn’t read it word for word, but I spent a few hours skimming through it, went through some of the practice questions at the end of each chapter, and read in detail certain sections that I was weak on. This resource is very detailed but not too complicated which is great. I would highly recommend allocating 1–2 study days just for going through this resource. Keep in mind that it will provide you with more detail than you need, but you can just focus on the concepts that are relevant to the SHRM-CP.
4) SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP Certification Practice Exams (All in One) by Kelly and Simon-Walters. About 10 days before my exam, I came across this resource which consisted of 500 questions that were broken down into each of the sections outlined in the SHRM BoCK. When I took the practice exam in the certexamdb Test Prep I scored terribly on the situational judgment questions. This book is GREAT for preparing you for those questions. Just keep in mind two things when using this resource:
It will consist of some questions with terms or concepts that you did not come across in any of the other resources — you can just ignore those (it’s extra information that you do not necessarily need), (2) the quick answer key has some inaccuracies (ignore it) but the answer key with detailed explanations is correct so make sure you use that when scoring yourself. Make sure you answer both the SHRM-CP and the SHRM-SCP questions (they are both relevant). This really helps with the situational judgment questions, but also with knowing how some of the terms and definitions apply in a real setting. When focusing on these questions, I realized that I had memorized some definitions, but I still didn’t know how to apply those concepts. This book helps with that.
5) Quizlet Flashcards created by other people — A lot of people have created quizlet sets (even from the Learning System) that they have uploaded. Those are free, so make sure you use them! Also, some people have even created practice sets for exam questions (which I think are from the learning system as well), so make sure you review those as well! Basic Study Tips: Unfortunately, without the Learning System, there is no single resource that you can use to prepare for this exam. Therefore, make sure you use a few resources just to make sure you get exposed to most of the material that will be on the exam. As you go through each resource, keep revising your flashcards and adding new ones. Make sure you periodically review flashcards as you go rather than waiting to cram everything in a week before the exam. When you go through practice questions, you will soon realize that you often need to know more than just the definition… you need to know when and how something applies as well. For example, you need to know what FMLA is, but you also need to know what the eligibility criteria is, when it is applicable, etc… I had one massive set of flashcards (about 500), and then I also had smaller sets of flashcards for some sections (e.g., a set for HR Laws, another set for Finance/Accounting terms). I would memorize using the smaller sets, but then I went through the giant set I had created a few days before my exam to make sure I knew everything. Do a ton of practice questions and understand why you got certain questions wrong.
6) SHRM LMS Books
Here’s a quick overview of the step-by-step process I took to study and prepare:

1. Go through SHRM-BoCK and create flashcards
2. Go through and memorize SHRM Learning System Flashcards (You can find these on Quizlet and search “SHRM Learning System”)
3. Take certexamdb Test Prep Practice Exam, review, and identify weak areas.
4. Go through the Bogardus PHSPHR book and focus on weak areas (fill in flashcards)
5. Memorize the newly created flashcards for weak areas, flag ones that you continually get wrong or confused with.
6. YouTube hazy concepts and terms to gain a richer understanding, use Khan Academy when applicable.
7. Retake certexamdb Practice Exam
8. Go through questions in the book by Kelly and Simon-Walters
9. Identify weak areas, read through explanations, create and memorize flash cards as needed
10. A few days before my exam, focus on my large stack of flashcards, go through other people’s flashcard sets, and go through practice exams on Quizlet.

Exam Experience and Takeaways
I finished the exam in a little over three hours. You get no breaks, but you can always take them as needed. Time is likely not going to be an issue. Here are some takeaways that I had about the exam: — There were surprisingly few questions on US Employment Laws & Regulations and Labor Unions. I spent a lot on these sections when studying, but there were not many questions at all on these topics. — The test questions were different than any of the practice exams I had taken (however you should be fine as long as you know the material) — The situational judgment questions can be exhausting with having to read 2–3 paragraphs for each 2–3 questions. — Make sure you carefully read the question. For example, you are often asked “what is the first step you would take” or “what strategy would you use.” These can be tricky, but they can also easily reveal the right answer. — No matter how hard you study, you will encounter a few questions where you come across terms that you’re unfamiliar with and you will have to guess blindly. Just try to eliminate what you do know is wrong and take your best guess. Don’t stress too much about it. — Use the highlight, strike through, and flagging options during the exam. It helps a lot. — Often, the correct answers for the situational judgment questions have something to do with (1) getting leadership buy-in, (2) having HR be a strategic partner, (3) making sure the action is aligned with the org’s mission and vision (4) HR being proactive, (5) doing a needs assessment of some sort, (6) having HR be some sort of facilitator.

Hi there,
I am looking for more friendly and casual people or a group of no more than 3-4 people to play games with. At the moment, I am really big into Helldivers 2. Not limited to just that game, though. As for you, I don't mind where you're from, country or continent, but do take latency into account. Would also be cool if you were 21+ years of age and not afraid to use a mic. Shy people are welcome too, though :D Good attitude is a must, again, I wanna play and have fun, not stress if I am doing good enough. If we are on the same page, I am down to buy games, but I also have a decently sized collection already:

• Helldivers 2
• V Rising
• Valheim
• Baldur's Gate 3
• Enshrouded
• Nightingale
• Deep Rock Galactic
• Darktide
• Vermintide
• Warhammer 3
• CIV V/VI
• Sons of the Forest
• PoE
• Wowld of Warcraft
• ESO
• Various party and some cozy games

There's a whole lot more, but these are some of my favourites. Can add on steam to see if there's more.
The only games I will not play are competitive shooters. Used to be somewhat competitive in my early 20s, but I am no longer. Just looking to have a good time and have fun with other people in games.
If interested, send me a chat and let's play! Have a good one.

Hi,
I did a lot of research and after first being after the x series of fuji, I started to change my mind and become more fond of the GR II. A friend of mine has it and I asked if I can try it and I fell involve with it. So now I am looking to buy a GR II and want to skip eBay if I can, and firstly decided to check if anyone of you is selling or has a friend who is. Also if you have any advice on where to get one now I'd appreciate it.

Create a budget: Track your income and expenses to understand where your money is going. Use budgeting apps or spreadsheets to plan and control your cash flow
Save for savings: Make it a rule to set aside a portion of your income (e.g., 10-20%) for savings. Create an emergency fund to cover at least 3-6 months of expenses
Get rid of debts: Concentrate on paying off high-interest debts such as credit cards. Use the snowball or avalanche method to gradually reduce your debt
Invest wisely: Research different investment options such as stocks, bonds, real estate, and pension funds. Spread out your investments to reduce risks. Consult with financial advisors if necessary
Control your spending: Consider your spending habits and identify where you can save money. Avoid impulse purchases and learn to distinguish between needs and wants
Plan for large purchases: Plan ahead for major expenses, such as buying a car, home repairs, or vacations. Set aside separate amounts for these purposes and avoid using credit for such purchases
Learn financial literacy: Regularly read books, articles, watch webinars, and attend financial literacy courses. Understanding financial concepts will help you make more informed decisions and manage your money more effectively
By following these tips, you can manage your finances more effectively and achieve financial stability.

The situation with FFIE (Faraday Future Intelligent Electric Inc.) you described is a classic example of a potential short squeeze. Here’s a detailed analysis and my opinion on this:

Analysis and Opinion

Low Float, High Volume, and High Short Interest:

• Low Float: This means there are fewer shares available for trading, which can lead to significant price volatility with relatively small changes in trading volume.
  
• High Volume: Indicates strong interest and activity in the stock, which can further amplify price movements due to the low float.
  
• High Short Interest (95%): A high percentage of the float is being shorted, making the stock susceptible to a short squeeze, where short sellers are forced to buy back shares to cover their positions, driving the price up.
  

Recent Price Movements: - The dramatic increase from $0.03 to $3.40, followed by a fallback to $1.13, suggests high volatility and speculative trading. This kind of price movement often attracts momentum traders and can lead to a short squeeze, especially if a coordinated group is trying to push the price higher.
Bear Trap or Short Ladder Attack: (Which did not happen on Friday that was a short ladder) - Bear Trap: This is a situation where the stock's price is pushed lower to trap bearish investors, who then cover their shorts, driving the price back up.

• Short Ladder Attack: This involves short sellers selling and buying among themselves at lower prices to create the illusion of a sell-off, hoping to induce panic selling from other investors.

Short Sellers Covering Positions

When Will Short Sellers Cover?: - Margin Calls: If the stock price rises significantly, short sellers may receive margin calls from their brokers, requiring them to deposit more funds or cover their short positions.

• Risk Management: Many short sellers have predefined stop-loss levels. If the price moves against them significantly, they might cover their positions to limit losses.

How Long Can They Last?: - Depends on Capital: The ability to hold short positions depends on the capital available to meet margin requirements. Larger funds may withstand more extended periods of unfavorable price movements.

• Market Conditions: If the rally continues and buying pressure remains strong, short sellers may be forced to cover their positions sooner rather than later.

Factors That Could Force Short Covering

Cost to Hold: - Borrowing Fees: Short sellers must pay borrowing fees to maintain their positions, which can become expensive, especially if the stock is hard to borrow due to high demand. - Interest Rates: The cost of borrowing shares may increase over time, adding pressure on short sellers to cover their positions.
Inevitable Forces: - Regulatory Changes: Any new regulations or broker restrictions on short selling could force short sellers to cover their positions. - Positive Catalysts: Any positive news or catalysts (e.g., strong earnings, favorable industry developments) can drive the stock price up, forcing short sellers to cover.

Conclusion

FFIE's situation is highly volatile and speculative, driven by the dynamics of low float, high volume, and extremely high short interest. While the potential for a significant short squeeze exists, it is also a risky scenario with high price volatility.
Short sellers will have to start covering their positions if the stock price continues to rise, leading to margin calls or excessive borrowing costs. However, the exact timing and duration depend on market conditions, the strength of the rally, and the financial resilience of the short sellers.
Given the high risk and potential for rapid price movements, careful monitoring and a well-defined risk management strategy are crucial for trading in such scenarios.

1. Create a budget: Track your income and expenses to understand where your money is going. Use budgeting apps or spreadsheets to plan and control your cash flow
   
2. Save for savings: Mae it a rule to set aside a portion of your income (e.g., 10-20%) for savings. Create an emergency fund to cover at least 3-6 months of expenses
   
3. Get rid of debts: Concentrate on paying off high-interest debts such as credit cards. Use the snowball or avalanche method to gradually reduce your debt
   
4. Invest wisely: Research different investment options such as stocks, bonds, real estate, and pension funds. Spread out your investments to reduce risks. Consult with financial advisors if necessary
   
5. Control your spending: Consider your spending habits and identify where you can save money. Avoid impulse purchases and learn to distinguish between needs and wants
   
6. Plan for large purchases: Plan ahead for major expenses, such as buying a car, home repairs, or vacations. Set aside separate amounts for these purposes and avoid using credit for such purchases
   
7. Learn financial literacy: Regularly read books, articles, watch webinars, and attend financial literacy courses. Understanding financial concepts will help you make better decisions and manage your money more effectively
   

What would you add to this list?

Just recently got into KDM by buying a used core box. Really enjoying this game a lot. One of my fears was building the miniatures; I am very bad at this kind of fiddling. But somehow fell in love with it too (yes, even Young Rachel).
After finishing the narrative figures of the core box I am now planning to build the armor sets. But this is where the confusion begins. I watched a video by Bra Mithra and read an article by Fen. They are from 2021 and 2020 respectively.
First important info for me: some of the Wave 2 Expansions only have additional weapons and no dedicated armor sprues. Second: Gambler's Chest and Wave 4 Expansions are using narrative miniatures exclusively. Parting with the custom armor set sprues.
I plan to fetch the GC next and probably the "old" expansions in case BF has a good deal.
Now, my first approach was to glue some of the recommendations from Fen and Bra Mithra. But with the Gambler's Chest and the new expansions (e.g. Black Knight coming with new narrative minis) I will probably end up building a lot of "meta" duplicates.
I am still very early into the campaign and have no real clue about good loadouts - finding out is probably a big part of the fun. But I'd love to give my dear fellow players more options at the table than the starting survivors and the four narrative miniatures.
I could just build some core minis that I find cool or having equipment that we are currently using in our campaigns. But maybe I'll regret that soon, because those make no sense once we get a better grip of better builds.
I could build some of the recommended ones. Probably creating a lot of duplicates in regards to the new and future content based on narrative miniatures.
Or I could just leave them on the sprues, feeling overwhelmed.
What would you do with the core minis if you just started in 2024?
Thanks!

Would like opinions on my current situation and what my options are if you don't mind?
So currently I'm in a relationship with a woman who has a kid from a previous relationship, her and their father were never married but bought a house together. To be specific he paid half the deposit and half the first month and they split, leaving her to foot the mortgage entirely on her own.
She paid it on her own for 4 years roughly and then I came on the scene. Since then we've split the bills and mortgage equally and the ex hasn't paid a cent towards it. He's still involved with the child with access etc and the topic of the house is never brought up with him but the mortgage was sold to a vulture fund because we were late paying one month (literally just late ans they sold it) but since then we've paid on time, even with increases over the years but, even though the option of switching isn't possible without the ex involved and he'll likely refuse to cooperate over it I.e. hand over bank statements etc
It's been 10 years, we have 2 of our own kids and I'm in a decent paying job and she's working part time but will likely become a SAHM as one of our kids has additional needs and needs a carer at home. I'm not officially a tenent or anything on the house, i just transfer money to the mrs and she takes care of that bill but im at the stage where I want to be on a property as if things ever went sour with herself (God forbid) I dont have a leg to stand on in this property now or in the future and want some housing security.
I'm really not sure what to do, if I wanted to save for a mortgage myself we couldn't afford to live here at the same time on our wages (havnt mentioned this to her) but then as time goes on if we ever need to sell the ex is on the mortgage and makes things messy. Also the Mrs thinks we can just pay off the mortgage in years to come and then pay the ex back his half of the deposit and have him sign the house over to us, which I honestly don't see being that easy or going that smoothly as the house will have increased in value and his bame is on it, no way someone will just sign that away and im not sure you can "buy someone out" of a mortgage. To point out he lives with his new family renting out his parents place which he expects to inherit.
Does anyone have advice or any input on what my options are?
TLDR: Partner and her ex own the house we live on, he pays nothing on it, its just us for 10 years, its with a vulture fund and due to the ex we can't move it or do anything with it but i have no claim to it. I want some security and would like options on what I can do

What’s the Difference Between On-Page SEO and Off-Page SEO?

On-page SEO focuses on optimizing parts of your website that are within your control, while off-page SEO focuses on increasing the authority of your domain through content creation and earning backlinks from other websites. To further understand the difference between the two, you have to understand, at a basic level, how search engine algorithms work. Let’s break it down.
There are two main buckets that search engines (SEO) look at when evaluating your site compared to other sites on the web.

1. On-page SEO looks at what your site (or your page) is about
2. Off-page SEO looks at how authoritative and popular your site is

On-Page vs. Off-Page SEO: What’s the Difference?

Put simply, what you rank for is largely determined by on-page factors, while how high you rank in the search results is largely determined by off-page factors.

How Does Each Type of SEO Affect Your Rankings?

What is On-Page SEO?

On-page SEO (also known as “on-site” SEO) is the act of optimizing different parts of your website that affect your search engine rankings. Where your website appears in search engine results pages is determined by a number of ranking factors including site accessibility, page speed, optimized content, keywords, title tags, etc. On-page SEO is about optimizing the stuff that you have control over and can change on your own website.

On-page SEO checklist:

How do you make sure your on-page SEO tactics are up to snuff? Here is a helpful checklist for on-site optimizations that can help curate your strategy.

Title Tags

Put your targeted keywords in the title tag of each page on your site. There are many best practices that go into writing an effective title tag.

• Limit your title tags to 55-60 characters (including spaces)
• Push the keyword closer to the beginning of the title (ONLY if it sounds natural)
• Don’t stuff your keywords
• Include brand at the end of the title tag, separated by a pipe bar () Example: “Chicago SEO Digital Third Coast”

Headings (H1)

Headings are usually the largest words on the page, and for that reason, search engines give them a little more weight than your other page copy. It is a good idea to work your target keywords into the headings of each web page but make sure you accurately reflect your page’s great content.
Make sure your H1s limited to one per page, all other headers are H2 or H3

URL structure

Put keywords into your URLs if possible. However, do not go changing all of your current URLs just so they have keywords in them. You shouldn’t change old URLs unless you plan on redirecting your old ones to your new ones. Consult a professional before doing this.

• Label your directories and folders in a way that makes sense for users
• Don’t repeat keywords in your URL more than once. Keywords are helpful, but overdoing it effects user experience. Example: /best-socks-comparison-best-socks-best-socks?
• Keep URLs as short as possible

Alt text for images

Any content management system should allow you to add something called “alt text” to all images on your website. This text isn’t visible to the average visitor – alt text is in fact used by screen reader software to help blind internet users understand the content of your images. Search engines crawl images in a similar way, so inserting some relevant keywords while accurately describing the image will help search engines understand your page’s content.
Writing an alt attribute for each image keeps your website in compliance with WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines). Keep the following things in mind when writing alt text:

• Thoroughly describe the image in 8-10 words
• Include your targeted keyword where it sounds most natural
• Include, if relevant, a geo-locator (e.g., Chicago)

Fast-loading pages, or page load speed

Google wants to help its users find what they’re looking for as quickly as possible to provide the best user experience. Therefore, optimizing your pages to load faster helps your site rank higher in the search results.
Google has a tool called PageSpeed Insights that will analyze your site on both mobile and desktop. and then suggest tips to optimize page speed. There are also several quick fixes to eliminate whatever is bogging your site down and slowing your page load time. Key site speed factors to consider:

• Minimizing HTTP requests
• Making sure server response time is <200ms
• Setting browser caching to at least a week or longer
• Enabling Gzip compression
• Having image sizes under 100kb (.jpg, .png, .gif)
• Placing all CSS in an external style sheet
• Minifying all JS, CSS and HTML
• Prioritizing above the fold content loading

Mobile Friendliness

In recent years, Google has prioritized mobile page loading speed as a key ranking metric.
How do you know if your website is mobile-friendly? Unfortunately, Google recently dropped support for some free public tools that helped. However, you can now use Google Search Console to analyze this type of information. Specifically, the Core Web Vitals report can help you identify if your mobile pages are loading slower than they should be.

Page Content

The content on your pages needs to be useful to people. If they search for something too specific to find your page, they need to be able to find what they’re looking for. It needs to be easy to read and provide value to the end user. Google has various ways to measure if your content is useful.

• Aim for at least 500 words of copy. Although there is no exact formula for how many words a page should have, Google seems to prefer when a page has a lot of relevant and helpful content surrounding your topic.
• Copy must be unique to each page, not duplicated from other pages on your site, and should directly address your visitors’ search queries
• Push the keyword closer to the beginning of the title, but ONLY if it sounds natural

Internal Linking

Linking internally to other pages on your website is useful to visitors and it is also useful to search engines. Here’s an internal link to another blog post on our site that talks more about internal linking. Very meta.
When adding internal links, make sure to have relevant anchor text. Anchor text is the clickable text in a hyperlink (usually indicated by blue font color and underline). To optimize your anchor text, make sure the selected word or phrase is relevant to the page you’re linking to.
On-page SEO ensures that your site can be read by both potential customers and search engine robots. With good on-page SEO, search engines can easily index your web pages, understand what your site is about, and easily navigate the structure and content of your website, thus ranking your site accordingly. As a best practice, make sure your page content includes 1-3 relevant internal links.

Schema Markup

Adding structured data helps Google better understand the content of a page. Google also uses certain types of structured data to display “rich results” in SERPs such as a recipe with start ratings or step-by-step instructions with an image carousel. These rich results often appear at or near the top of SERPs and generally have higher click-through-rates than normal organic listings.
Google prefers structured data to use schema.org vocabulary, and recommends using JSON-LD format. They also provide a handy Rich Results Test tool to check your code. While there are a variety of ways to add structured data to your website (plugins, Google Tag Manager, etc.), it’s always best to get a professional involved if you’re not comfortable writing code.
Check out Google’s guide to structured data and rich results here.

Social Tags

Having your content shared on social tells Google that people find your content relevant, helpful and reputable. Not every page on your site is share-worthy, but you can optimize the pages that are with these tips:

• Make sure you have Open Graph tags and Twitter Cards installed
• Make it easy with “tweet this quote” links, or social share buttons for each post

Core Web Vitals

User experience is key to a website’s long-term success. In spring 2020, Google unveiled Core Web Vitals, a common set of signals that they deem “critical” to all users’ web experiences.
The purpose of these signals is to quantify the user experience with a website, from page visual stability and load time, to interactive experiences.

• Largest Contentful Paint (LCP) – measures perceived page loading speed and marks the point at which the majority of the page content has downloaded.
• First Input Delay – quantifies user experience of a user’s initial engagement with a page.
• Cumulative Layout Shift – quantifies the amount of layout shift on visible page content and measures visual stability of a page. It’s usually causes by images without dimensions, dynamically injected content, web fonts causing FOIT/FOUT, and other embeds added without dimensions.

To check your LCP score, access your Google PageSpeed Insights and make sure your page hits LCP within 2.5 seconds. To accomplish this, remove unnecessary third-party scripts that may be running, upgrading your web host, activating “lazy loading” so page elements load only as users scroll down the page, and remove any large page elements that may be slowing it down.
One of the simplest ways to optimize cumulative layout shift is to add height and width dimensions to each new site element. Also, avoid adding new content above existing content on a page (unless responding to user interaction).

Page Experience

Google is working on a new ranking signal (likely to come out in 2024) that prioritizes websites with positive user experiences.
The ‘page experience signal’ will consist of Core Web Vitals, plus mobile-friendliness, safe-browsing, HTTPS security, and intrusive interstitial guidelines.
According to Google, “optimizing for these factors makes the web more delightful for users across all web browsers and surfaces, and helps sites evolve towards user expectations on mobile. We believe this will contribute to business success on the web as users grow more engaged and can transact with less friction.”

What is Off-Page SEO?

Off-page SEO focuses on increasing the authority of your domain through the act of getting links from other websites.
A good analogy for how authority works is this. If you have a bathtub with rubber duckies in it (the ducks are your pages), and you start filling the tub with water (links), your duckies are all going to rise to the top.
This is how a site like Wikipedia ranks for pretty much everything under the sun. It has so much water in its bathtub that if you throw another rubber duck in it, it’s going to float to the top without any other effort.
There’s a score called “Domain Authority” that calculates how authoritative your website is compared to other sites. You can type your domain name into here to see your score.

How to optimize for off-page SEO

There are several factors that influence your off-page SEO rankings. While each one is tackled with different strategies, they share an overarching goal of building the trust and reputation of your website from the outside.

1. Inbound links
2. Social media marketing
3. Guest blogging and guest posting
4. Unlinked brand mentions
5. Influencer marketing

The biggest off-page SEO factor is the number and quality of backlinks to your website. Some examples of ways you can build links to your website are:

• Creating awesome content that people want to link to because it is valuable. For example, this super helpful blog post about how to improve about us pages. The post provides a ton of actionable recommendations. People tend to link to content that is useful. Creating an online tool for your industry is another powerful content type. Things like online calculators tend to get the most backlinks out of all content types because they help people accomplish a goal.
• Social media shares of your content that ultimately generate links.
• Outreach e-mails to influencers in your industry that ultimately link to you.
• Guest blogging on sites related to yours. These guest posts will have links back to your site.

While link quantity is still important, content creators and SEO professionals are realizing that link quality is now more important than link quantity. As such, creating shareable content is the first step to earning valuable links and improving your off-page SEO.
How many links do you need for good off-page SEO? That is a tough question and it’s going to be based on the domain authority of your competitors, as you want to make sure you’re playing in the same sandbox.
SEOs also used to believe that buying links was a valid way of link building; however, Google will now penalize you for buying links in an attempt to manipulate page rank. You can also be penalized for submitting your links to link directories whose sole purpose is to increase your domain authority. Again, quality wins out over quantity when it comes to link building.

Is On-Page or Off-Page SEO More Important?

It’s not about choosing between on and off-page SEO, that would be like having to choose between a foundation or a roof for your house. On-page and off-page SEO work together to improve your search engine rankings in a complementary fashion.
However, SEOs generally advise getting your on-page SEO ducks in a row before focusing too much on off-page SEO.
Just like building a house, you want to set the foundation first before building the rest of the house. Like a foundation, you may need to come back and do some maintenance to your on-page SEO from time to time. Balancing the two will help make your website “bilingual” so that your users can understand it as well as the search engine robots- and that’s how your rankings start to improve.

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To separate my gaming activities from other activities, I am simply using two different Microsoft accounts. However, meanwhile, Microsoft does no longer allow to use a different Account for the XBox App (which is annoying bullshit, anyway) and the normal Microsoft store. This means, that I always have to re-log again and again. Even if I were willing to cease that separation, I would have to transfer software licenses (e.g. Minecraft) from one account to another, which is not possible. What Microsoft created here, is not only annoying, it is a big mess, it is de facto hindering the user from using the software licenses he has payed for (in case of minecraft long before the software belonged to microsoft). I do and not will not abuse software licenses in a way that it is used on more than one computer. But once I have bought a software license, I must be able to use it without interference with other so called "services", which are nothing more than annoying, spying, providing bullshit, I did not ask for and I do not want, but am anyway urged to use.
To me, microsoft is behaving more and more in an unethical way. Making business, the strong will to earn money is OK, as long as it is not forgotten that at a certain point the term "enough" must be applied. However, what microsoft does, is the attempt to monitor and control me and my private life, which is not acceptable. It is, as if you buy a car and have the manufacture monitoring and controlling where you drive and how you drive. Shame on you, Microsoft!
Unfortunately there is some non-Microsoft software I am using, which is available only for windows. Otherwise I'd have returned to use Linux, as I did for years in the past.

So I've been working on an "Alien: Dark Descent"-inspired game for about six months now. I really enjoyed the gameplay in A: DD but I wanted 1) more enemies on the screen 2) a more "bunker-down" feeling, build a small improvised base with sentries and stuff 3) multiplayer experience, so I set out to build a small top-down shooter where up to four people could defend against hordes of creatures. Gameplay elements include:

• Lots of bug-like aliens, most have low health and are fast. Some special bugs have hardened shells that need to be shot from behind or from heavy weaponry to take damage.
• Open map (Mars surface) with objectives randomly scattered around the map, with three primary objectives and up to 10 secondary objectives that unlock a random thing in the "orbital store" when completed. Objectives include stuff like destroying an abandoned research facility, closing alien nests, and destroying alien eggs.
• Waves of enemies will spawn, when a wave has been defeated your mothership will enter orbit and it will stay overhead until the next wave of enemies, during this time the players can buy support from the mothership (that they unlocked by completing objectives), such as new weapons or "tickets" for orbital bombardment. I even added a, what I thought at that time, cool and unique mechanic where you would use the arrow keys on the keyboard to select which thing to buy and activate (mostly so I could avoid developing a proper shop UI :P).

Fast forward to a few days ago and a friend suggested we buy Helldivers 2. Turns out it's fucking identical to my game, down to the types of objectives. IT EVEN HAS THE ARROW-KEYS MECHANIC LIKE WTF! I mean, Helldivers 1 is even top-down (2 is a TPS/FPS, at least)...
Since then I've lost all motivation to work on my game, seeing how successful Helldivers 2 is. I know a common thing people say is "players don't see cake and say 'yuck the same cake', they say 'oh cool more cake'", i.e. if players play a game they like they probably want to play more games that are similar to it. But in my case it's so similar I feel like people would think it's just a cheap knock-off copy or cash-grab :/
I can't see a way to change my game to be different enough to not be considered "just a knock-off", the only mechanics that make my game different are:

• Roguelike experience, everything is unlocked during each session, so each session have different available equipment.
• The gameplay is more "infinite-wave" based than objective based. There are still objectives but you don't win when completing them, they are just there to limit what things you have access to.

Sorry for the vent post but I was actually really excited to work on this game, I even wrote a 12-page GDD to outline what needs to be done, and now I'm disappointed it was all for nothing. Do I just abandon the project instead of trying to salvage it?

Hi all,
Thanks for the invite to the group.
Below are all the locations I've signed up to which allow referrals and pay you in return for them.
I'll try to be as good at explaining where I can. For ease I have hidden referral links just incase the sites dont allow sharing in "public" forums such as this.
Banking apps: 1. Monzo Offer: Spend no minimum, make £5 Referral link Steps: - You’ll need to be a UK resident aged 16 or over with an open Monzo account of any kind. You have 30 days to: - download the Monzo app - apply for a current account or business account - add some money and pay for something using Monzo (no minimum amount) - The referral’s complete and we’ll both get £5

1. Zing Works similar to Revolut/Wise, foreign currency banking essentially. Offer: Spend £5 minimum, make £20 Referral link Steps:
2. You'll need to be a UK resident aged 18 or over with an open Zing account You have until 31st May to:
3. Sign up by following the link above to the referral landing page form and following the instructions.
4. Register using a mobile number
5. Download the Zing app and be successfully on-boarded as a customer for the first time using the same details as above.
6. Top up your Zing account
7. Spend £5 using virtual card, google/apple pay or order a card and spend that way too (but this might take too long to arrive)
8. once promotion has ended, within 30 working days we should receive £20 each. You can refer up to 20 people each to make £400 yourself, but has to be completed by above date.
   
9. Zilch Virtual banking app, cashback on spending at loads of retailers online and in store via google/apple pay. Offer: Spend no minimum, make £5 (to spend towards one of above retailers) Referral link Steps:
   
10. sign up
    
11. set up pay now option
    
12. set up pay anywhere
    
13. purchase/ spend something
    
14. receive £5 once transaction has registered.
    

Please note that this app has a credit facility, so make sure pay now option is set up so you dont affect your score incase you're prone to missing payments. Some point after registration Zilch may show up on your credit report, mine showed up after a few months. Cashback received varies but minimum is 0.5%.

1. Freetrade Stocks and shares platform Offer: Deposit minimum £50, receive 1 share between £10-£100. Referral link Steps:
2. sign up using the link
3. fill in the W-8BEN form
4. deposit £50, no need to spend it on purchasing shares. Unless you want to of course.
5. receive a free share valued between £10-£100

Please note your capital is at risk if purchasing shares. So if you want to play safe deposit minimum £50, dont spend and receive the free share to do as you wish with. If you want to try the platform, then by all means go for it. I just have to state your investment is at risk due to the nature of stocks and shares. If you decide to refer your friends, you get up to 10 referrals a month.
Cashback platforms: Some of the below can be combined with cashback or gift card places like Zilch (above) / Chase / Cheddar and Jam Donut (below) for example, to save and make even more money back.

1. Topcashback Cashback site where you can each money on every days online purchases Offer: Purchase using the platform and reach the £10 threshold for cashback. Referral link Steps:
2. sign up
3. use the site to find a retailer you shop with
4. purchase item
5. get cashback each time you do
6. build up £10+, that's yours to then cash out and spend as you wish via bank account/paypal/gift cards
   
7. Quidco Cashback site where you can make money on every day purchases Offer: Purchase using the platform and reach £5 threshold for cashback. Referral link Steps:
   
8. sign up
   
9. use the site to find a retailer you shop with
   
10. purchase item
    
11. get cashback each time you do
    
12. build up £5+, that's yours to then cash out and spend as you wish via bank account/paypal/gift cards
    
13. you'll get £15 once accomplished the above
    
14. Cheddar App that pay you money instantly for purchasing gift cards Offer: £5 for referring Referral link Steps:
    
15. sign up
    
16. link bank account
    
17. purchase gift cards
    
18. each cashback
    
19. withdraw once you reach £5 threshold
    
20. when you buy your first gift card, the referrer gets £5 also.
    
21. JamDoughnut App that pay you money instantly for purchasing gift cards Offer: £3 for using app for 1st time. Referral link Steps:
    
22. sign up using the link and input my code LA9G
    
23. link bank account
    
24. purchase gift cards
    
25. each cashback
    
26. when you cash out your funds for first time
    
27. Airtime Rewards App that pays you for spending in store or online, you can use the pot to go towards your phone bill (various ones available) or to gift to another members phone number instead. Offer: Sign up within 7 days and get £2 Referral link Steps:
    
28. sign up using the link and input my code if requested, LKMDEP7M
    
29. link a bank card you will spend with
    
30. use the linked card to make purchase various shops in store or online as per mentioned on airtime app within 7 days
    
31. we both get £2
    

This app is quite good to use, haven't really paid for my phone bill for over a good couple of years now.
Other cashback / reward offers: 1. E.On Next Sign up and get £50 credit on your bill Referral link T&Cs apply here

1. Community Fibre Sign up and get £50 Amazon gift card Referral link
   
2. Smarty Sign up and get £10 voucher for Amazon, John Lewis or Uber Referral link
   

I’m really tired of being a smoker. I started at age 14 and I’m 35 now. I hate the way it stains my fingernails, the way I probably always smell like it, the urges to go outside at work, oh..and ALL the money I spend to sustain such a disgusting habit, that’s not beneficial to me at all. I feel tired all the time, when I try to work out I’m out of breath so easily, and it makes dating a little more difficult, no nonsmoker wants to kiss someone with cigarette breath..it’s just embarrassing.
I grew up around smokers, my mom and grandparents. I watched my grandmother quit a few years before she died. My mom still smokes but I’m not around her a lot.
I have quit in the past, it’s weird but I’m bipolar and the last 2 manic episodes (where I was delusional) I quit cold turkey. I was hospitalized and around a bunch of smokers and I managed to sustain. The 2 times I quit I remember all the extra money I had and all the energy…I can’t say why I went back but I think it had something to do with the entire ritual. I like sitting outside on my patio, going to the store to buy them, lighting the cigarette, the motions. I just don’t know what I would replace that with. I think it’s half the appeal. I’ve been doing it most of my life.
I’m here for advice and inspiration, what’s helped you? What made you stop? And what did you replace these rituals with?

Hi readers! My boyfriend (M27) and I (M34) moved in together six months ago. To be more accurate, he moved in to my apartment. Ever since, we have been fighting and arguing a lot because our values and views on a relationship seems to be different when it comes to prioritizing.
I don’t feel fully prioritized, and it is hard for me to really pin point what is that I need, mainly because I know I have a lot of trauma in my life and sometimes I doubt myself and wonder if I feel how I feel because of my own insecurities.
He loves his family and friends and he is vocal about it. He talks very high about them and he is always doing and planning for them. His family lives 5 hours away in train and that doesn’t stop him from meeting them once or twice a month. In fact this month he has seen them 4 times. He would do everything for his family.
The same goes for his friends, his whole energy and personality changes when it comes to do something with his friends, he is super engaged, committed and active. To give a vague example, I was out having dinner with a friend and I invested him over to eat with us. Initially, my boyfriend complained about going out for dinner to spend money (which he wouldn’t do if it comes to spend in trips to his family or going out with his friends). After dinner he was in a HURRY to go and buy cigarettes for one of his friends (because they are cheaper where we live). So in a hurry that he didn’t want to wait and walk my friend to get his bus. He just couldn’t wait, he was literary running to buy those cigarettes because it was important for his friends, and it made me feel that being with my friend out was less important than those cigarettes.
I also wasn’t invited to a party of one of his friends, where everyone had a plus one except him, then at the end I was pitty invited but I did not want to come because, I don’t like to be pitty invited. I felt bad about it, but my boyfriend really asked me to eat my feelings and come to the party because it was important for him. But, what about my feelings and my dignity? I asked if he couldn’t just stay with me and do something cozy together, go out for dinner or to the cinema. He offered course said No because he had plans. Nonetheless, the next day he found out that it was his niece had a birthday and he clearly told me that if he knew he wouldn’t have gone to his friends and to be with his niece because that’s more important… that made me feel like shit because I asked him to be with me but he told me he couldn’t cancel the plans with his friends.
So, all these things really makes me feel in the bottom of his priorities. To me, everyone seems to be before me. And, we live together, we have been boyfriends for almost two years now, and I don’t see him committed to this relationship. It is me who takes care of the house, I work a couple of hours extra sometimes to make sure that the economy is fine, I do most of the cleaning at home, I am the one thinking about decorating all the time, it is me who brings the flowers, buy furniture to make our home cozy and prettier, I do the cooking, and most of the time he complains because I get mad that he wakes up around 11:00 am, leaves his dirty dishes on the sofa table (we have a beautiful dinning table, he prefers to eat at the sofa and that I hate because I don’t want him to spill food on it as it is an expensive sofa I bought alone, he tells me to chill).
I just get so confused about this, he tells me he loves me, he can be very sweet to the point that I get confused and I doubt if this is him or I am wrong and I am being too much and selfish for asking to be more engaged in the relationship and make me his priority.
I apologize for the long text, this is how confused I am at the moment.

Morning. Just an opinion, obviously, and might be an obvious one to some, but not all, and the tl;dr: We need to sell before we buy new players.
Outside of DM, I personally think we need to get rid before we buy, in other positions. We have a lot of players on the books. Look at Man City's current squad, they actually don't have a huge squad, and use some youth like Lewis and Bobb, and they compete on 4 fronts every season, yes it is a good expensive squad, but not huge. With the loan players returning, we most definitely need to sell before buying any other players. And that's not factoring in FFP.
I know people are dreaming about new signings, and some think we NEED and HAVE to strengthen with the Champions League, but I don't think it is particularly realistic unless we have buyers for the deadwood and buyers for the non key players, and maybe even a buyer for a star like Luiz or Ramsey if we got a good fee, if we were to do a bigger rebuild or spend big.
Factoring in FFP, it sounds like we are actually ok with FFP this year? I.e. no potential points deductions for us... But we have little wiggle room for any new signings. Champs League bumps in current players pay has no doubt had an effect too on budgets - I think CL money received will factor into next years ffp cycle? Might be wrong!
So who we sell will determine who/how many players we sign. And selling players is tough, as we full well know! Sadly it isn't like Fifa!:
ST: Watkins, Duran, Archer°
SS: McGinn, Buendia, Coutinho°, Kellyman
LW: Ramsey?, Rogers
RW: Bailey, Diaby
CM: Luiz?, Tielemans
DM: Kamara, Iroegbunham, Dendoncker°
LB: Moreno, Digne•, Sousa
LCB: Torres, Mings, Hause°
RCB: Konsa, Carlos•, Chambers°
RB: Cash•, Kosta, Kesler
GK: Martinez, Gauci, Olsen°, Sinisalo/Marschall
Btw, this is just for visual purposes, please don't be angry if Mings or Digne etc isn't the 1st choice in it. Pick whoever you want👍
° i expect will be sold and would sell. And we still have a big squad when moving these on.
• i would sell for a reasonable fee, if we got one, to sign better &/or reduce wage bill
? Potential sale for big fee (I don't want to happen)
The obvious position that is weakest is DM, given Unai clearly does not trust Tim and we want to sell Donk. With Kamara injured till October, we simply need a DM in.
But other than that, depth is actually there, and quality is not bad . Quite unprecedented the amount of injuries we have had to key players this season. And when one comes back, another seemed to be out. Don't think I can recall so many injuries throughout the season as a whole, not since Houllier's season, and it is worse than then as well. We have only had 11/12 senior players for last few games too. If we have better luck with injuries, top 4 probably would have been secured long ago, and we may have got to the final of the UECL too. We started last season without Buendia, Mings*, Ramsey, Moreno - 4 key squad players, we should have them this time. Ramsey and Moreno haven't had a Pre season with Emery yet, nor has Rogers, Sousa, Kosta, and Gauci. Duran should improve. Diaby has had a year to settle and still put up decent 1st season numbers. Torres too. Tielemans has been brilliant after a slow start. Kamara will be back in autumn.
There is real reasons to still be hopeful for the new season if we are hamstrung by a bloated squad and/or FFP if you are one of those where it is transfers and transfers only which is what get you excited about a season. Feel like this paragraph needs to be stated, the way I see some act in transfer season 🤗 UTV

Have you heard of Batana Oil and its amazing benefits for hair?
In this article, we will explore what Batana Oil is, how it is made, and the numerous advantages it offers for hair care.
From promoting hair growth to reducing dandruff, Batana Oil has become a popular choice for those seeking healthier and stronger hair.
We will also discuss any potential side effects, how to use Batana Oil effectively, and where you can purchase this miracle oil.
Let's dive into the world of Batana Oil and discover why it has garnered so much attention in the beauty industry.

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Key Takeaways:

• Batana Oil is a natural hair oil that is made from the nuts of the tropical American Batana tree.
• It is known for its numerous benefits such as promoting hair growth, moisturizing and nourishing hair, and reducing dandruff and scalp irritation.
• Before using Batana Oil, it is important to be aware of potential side effects such as allergic reactions and greasiness. It can be purchased online or at local stores.

What is Batana Oil?

Batana Oil, also known as Miskito Oil, is a natural oil derived from the nuts of the American palm tree, Elaeis Oleifera, native to Central America, particularly Honduras. It has been traditionally used by the Miskito people for its therapeutic properties in promoting hair and skin health.
For centuries, the Miskito people have treasured Batana Oil for its deeply rooted cultural significance. This ancestral knowledge and tradition have been passed down through generations, highlighting the deep connection between the people and this natural remedy. The process of extracting the oil is a meticulous craft, involving traditional methods that honor the palm tree's natural gifts. The rich nutrients present in Batana Oil make it a versatile elixir for skin rejuvenation and hair nourishment. Its moisturizing properties are renowned for promoting healthy hair growth and providing a radiant complexion.

How is Batana Oil Made?

Batana Oil is extracted through a cold pressing technique from the nuts of the American palm tree, Elaeis Oleifera, to preserve its nutrients and natural properties. This traditional method of oil extraction ensures the oil retains its therapeutic benefits.
The process of making Batana Oil through cold pressing involves carefully selecting ripe Elaeis Oleifera nuts, which are then cracked open to reveal the kernels inside. These kernels are sun-dried before being cold pressed to extract the precious oil, ensuring that the nutrients and therapeutic properties are well-preserved. This method, commonly practiced in Central America, where the American palm tree is prevalent, is known for producing high-quality oil rich in nutrients essential for nourishing and rejuvenating the skin and hair.

What are the Benefits of Batana Oil?

Batana Oil offers numerous benefits for hair and scalp health, including promoting hair growth, nourishing the scalp with essential fatty acids like omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9, providing antioxidants for hair health, and adding shine to hair affected by environmental influences.
Originating from the lush Mediterranean region, Batana Oil has been used for centuries as a holistic solution for maintaining healthy and vibrant hair. Its natural composition not only accelerates hair growth but also aids in deeply penetrating the scalp to nourish and rejuvenate hair follicles.

• The antioxidants present in Batana Oil protect the hair from damage caused by free radicals and environmental stressors, ensuring long-lasting hair health.
• Regular use of this oil forms a protective shield around the hair strands, shielding them from harmful UV rays and pollutants.

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Promotes Hair Growth

Batana Oil stimulates hair growth by nourishing the follicles and roots with essential nutrients, promoting stronger and healthier hair growth.
One of the key factors that make Batana Oil effective for hair growth is its ability to deeply penetrate the hair follicles and strengthen the roots. This process not only encourages faster hair growth but also helps prevent hair breakage and split ends. By delivering essential nutrients such as Vitamin E, Omega-3 fatty acids, and antioxidants directly to the hair follicles, Batana Oil revitalizes the scalp, creating an optimal environment for hair growth to thrive.

Moisturizes and Nourishes Hair

Batana Oil serves as an excellent moisturizer that deeply nourishes the hair, providing essential hydration and combating frizziness. It acts as a natural conditioning oil for smoother and healthier hair.
The unique composition of Batana Oil allows it to penetrate deeply into the hair shaft, delivering nutrients that strengthen and repair damaged strands. This botanical oil is rich in antioxidants and fatty acids, which help to restore the hair's natural shine and vitality.
Regular use of Batana Oil can improve the overall health of your hair, making it more manageable and less prone to breakage. Whether you have dry, brittle hair or just need a boost of moisture, this oil is a versatile solution for all your hair care needs.

Reduces Dandruff and Scalp Irritation

Batana Oil aids in reducing dandruff and scalp irritation by restoring the scalp's microbial balance, offering therapeutic benefits for scalp health.
When the scalp's natural microbial balance is disrupted, issues like dandruff and irritation can arise. Batana Oil's unique properties help in rebalancing these microorganisms, thus calming the scalp and reducing discomfort. Its therapeutic uses extend beyond mere symptom relief, as the oil's nourishing components penetrate deep into the skin, enriching it with essential nutrients for long-lasting health. By incorporating Batana Oil into your hair care routine, you are not just tackling the visible signs of scalp issues but also nurturing and maintaining a harmonious environment on your scalp.

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Strengthens and Repairs Damaged Hair

Batana Oil strengthens and repairs damaged hair by addressing issues like split ends caused by environmental pollution, restoring hair fibres to their natural health and vitality.
The rich nutrients and essential fatty acids present in Batana Oil deeply penetrate the hair shaft, nourishing and hydrating from within. This helps in sealing the damaged cuticles, preventing further breakage and split ends. The oil's antioxidant properties combat the harmful effects of free radicals present in the environment, which often lead to hair damage. Regular use of Batana Oil can help in revitalizing and rejuvenating hair, making it stronger, healthier, and more resilient to external aggressors.

What are the Side Effects of Batana Oil?

While Batana Oil offers numerous benefits, some individuals may experience side effects such as allergic reactions, particularly those with hereditary hair loss concerns. Proper skin care is essential when using this oil.
Allergic reactions to Batana Oil can manifest as skin redness, itching, or swelling. It is important to conduct a patch test before applying the oil liberally to avoid adverse skin reactions.
Individuals with hereditary hair loss should consult their dermatologist before incorporating Batana Oil into their hair care routine.
Side effects can vary depending on individual skin sensitivity, so monitoring any changes is crucial for maintaining healthy skin. Taking precautions in skin care routines, such as using sunscreen and gentle cleansers, can help mitigate potential side effects of using Batana Oil.

Allergic Reactions

Some users may experience allergic reactions to Batana Oil due to its potent therapeutic properties. It is essential to conduct a patch test before applying it to the scalp or skin.
Allergic reactions to Batana Oil can manifest as redness, itching, swelling, or even hives on the skin. These reactions are typically more common in individuals with sensitive skin or existing allergies. The patch test helps in identifying any adverse responses before widespread application, ensuring safety.
While Batana Oil is known for its nourishing and hydrating properties, some individuals may experience side effects such as scalp irritation or mild rashes. It is recommended to discontinue use immediately if any discomfort occurs and seek medical advice.

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Despite the potential for allergic reactions, Batana Oil also offers numerous therapeutic benefits, including promoting hair growth, reducing inflammation, and improving overall scalp health.

Greasiness and Build-up

Excessive use of Batana Oil may lead to greasiness and build-up on the scalp, potentially causing irritation and other hair problems. It is advisable to use the oil in moderation.
While Batana Oil holds numerous benefits for hair, including nourishment and hydration, excessive application can have adverse effects. The build-up of oil on the scalp can clog pores, leading to scalp irritation and even hair loss over time. This greasiness not only makes the hair appear unwashed but also attracts dirt and pollutants, further exacerbating the situation.
To prevent these issues, it is crucial to strike a balance in the usage of Batana Oil, ensuring that it benefits the hair without causing any harm.

How to Use Batana Oil?

Batana Oil can be used in various ways for optimal results. It can be applied as a nourishing hair mask, a leave-in treatment for added hydration, or as a pre-shampoo treatment to protect the hair's natural nutrients.
When using Batana Oil as a hair mask, it provides deep conditioning benefits, revitalizing dry and damaged hair, leaving it soft and manageable. As a leave-in treatment, Batana Oil helps to lock in moisture, tame frizz, and promote healthy shine. Alternatively, incorporating Batana Oil into your hair care routine as a pre-shampoo treatment creates a protective barrier against the harsh effects of shampooing, ensuring that the hair retains its essential nutrients.

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As a Hair Mask

Using Batana Oil as a hair mask provides deep nourishment to the hair, enriching it with essential nutrients and offering therapeutic benefits for overall hair care.
Applying Batana Oil as a hair mask involves a simple yet effective process. Begin by sectioning your hair and warming up a small amount of Batana Oil in your hands. Then, gently massage the oil into your scalp and hair, ensuring even distribution from roots to ends.
After application, leave the oil on for at least 30 minutes to allow it to penetrate the hair shaft and nourish deeply. For enhanced effectiveness, you can wrap your hair in a warm towel or use a shower cap to create heat and enhance absorption.
Rinsing off the Batana Oil hair mask with a gentle shampoo and conditioner will leave your hair feeling soft, silky, and deeply moisturized.

As a Leave-in Treatment

Using Batana Oil as a leave-in treatment enhances hair health by providing continuous nourishment, promoting shine, and protecting hair from environmental influences.
One of the key benefits of incorporating Batana Oil into your hair care routine is its ability to deeply nourish the hair follicles, resulting in stronger and healthier locks over time. The continuous nourishment provided by this natural oil helps repair damage, reduce breakage, and improve overall hair quality. Batana Oil's rich composition of essential fatty acids and antioxidants contributes to boosting hair shine, leaving your tresses looking smooth, lustrous, and radiant.

As a Pre-shampoo Treatment

Utilizing Batana Oil as a pre-shampoo treatment helps combat dryness, strengthen hair fibres, and serve as a conditioning oil for smoother and healthier hair texture.
One of the key benefits of incorporating Batana Oil into your hair care routine is its remarkable ability to deeply moisturize and nourish the scalp, effectively addressing issues of dryness and itchiness. The oil's rich composition provides essential nutrients that penetrate the hair shaft, strengthening it from within and reducing breakage. Its conditioning properties help in detangling hair, making it more manageable and reducing frizz for a lustrous finish. Whether you have dry, damaged hair or simply want to maintain a healthy mane, this versatile oil can work wonders in revitalizing your locks.

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What are People Saying About Batana Oil?

Reviews of Batana Oil are varied, with many users expressing satisfaction with its effects on common hair problems. The oil has gained popularity, particularly in the USA, for its potential benefits.
Customers have lauded the oil's ability to nourish and strengthen hair, with positive reviews highlighting its effectiveness in reducing frizz and improving overall hair health. Many have reported that Batana Oil has helped address issues like dryness, breakage, and lackluster hair.
Notably, users in the USA have particularly embraced this product, with numerous testimonials praising its ability to provide a solution to their hair concerns. The oil is known for its natural ingredients and the visible results it delivers, making it a go-to choice for individuals seeking effective and gentle hair care solutions.

Positive Reviews

Positive reviews of Batana Oil often mention its effectiveness in promoting hair growth, enhancing shine, and its affordability with fair trade prices.
Customers have raved about how Batana Oil has transformed their hair, making it stronger and healthier with regular use. Many users have highlighted the noticeable difference in their hair texture, noting a significant reduction in breakage and split ends.
One of the most common themes in the positive reviews is how versatile the oil is - suitable for all hair types and ethnicities. Users across the board appreciate the natural ingredients and fair trade prices that make this product not only effective but also ethical.

Negative Reviews

Negative reviews of Batana Oil often cite potential side effects, concerns about fragrance in some products, or issues related to changes in hair density.
Some users have reported experiencing allergic reactions like itching, redness, or breakouts after using Batana Oil, contributing to its negative feedback. The strong fragrance present in some variations of the product has been a major turn-off for those with sensitivities or preferences for fragrance-free products. Critics also claim that inconsistent results in terms of hair density improvement have left them disillusioned with the effectiveness of the oil.

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Where to Buy Batana Oil?

Batana Oil is available for purchase through various channels, including online retailers and local stores.

1. Consumers in the USA can easily find a range of options to buy this beneficial oil. Online retailers such as Amazon, Walmart, and iHerb offer a convenient way to order Batana Oil from the comfort of your home, with quick delivery options available.
2. For those who prefer shopping at local stores, specialty beauty shops and health stores across the country often carry Batana Oil on their shelves. Check with stores like Whole Foods, Ulta Beauty, or local natural health stores to see if they have this sought-after oil in stock.

Online Retailers

Batana Oil can be conveniently purchased from online retailers, offering a wide selection and ensuring customer satisfaction with the oil's therapeutic properties.
When you buy Batana Oil from online retailers, you not only save time but also have the convenience of doorstep delivery without the hassle of visiting physical stores. Online retailers often provide detailed product descriptions, reviews, and usage tips, allowing you to make an informed purchase decision. The satisfaction of finding the perfect Batana Oil variant for your specific needs is unparalleled when shopping online. The therapeutic properties of Batana Oil can be fully enjoyed when sourced from reputable online retailers who prioritize quality and authenticity.

Local Stores

Consumers can also find Batana Oil in local stores, supporting fair trade practices and access to quality products that combat environmental influences while delivering essential nutrients for hair and skin care.
This unique oil is not only beneficial for personal care but also contributes to supporting the livelihoods of local communities through fair trade prices. By purchasing locally, customers can help reduce carbon emissions associated with long-distance transportation, aligning with environmental consciousness. In addition, the high levels of vitamin E and fatty acids in Batana Oil provide exceptional moisturizing and anti-aging properties, making it a versatile and nourishing choice for holistic skincare routines.

Final Thoughts on Batana Oil

Batana Oil presents itself as a promising natural remedy with researched benefits and unique properties. Its extraction through the cold pressed technique ensures the preservation of essential nutrients.
Research indicates that Batana Oil contains high levels of Vitamin E, Omega-6, and Omega-9 fatty acids, essential for skin and hair health. The unique properties of Batana Oil, such as its ability to deeply moisturize and nourish, make it a popular choice for dry and damaged skin. The cold pressed extraction technique used to obtain Batana Oil is crucial as it helps maintain the integrity of the oil's natural components, ensuring maximum effectiveness.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Batana Oil Review?

Batana Oil Review is a comprehensive analysis and evaluation of the popular hair and skin care product, Batana Oil. It provides an in-depth look at the product's ingredients, benefits, and effectiveness based on personal experiences and customer reviews.

What are the key ingredients in Batana Oil?

The main ingredient in Batana Oil is Ojon oil, a natural oil derived from the nut of the American palm tree. Other key ingredients include coconut oil, avocado oil, and essential oils such as lavender and rosemary.

What are the benefits of using Batana Oil?

Batana Oil is known for its ability to nourish and moisturize both hair and skin. It helps to repair damage, add shine, and promote overall health. It also has anti-inflammatory properties that can soothe scalp and skin irritation.

How do I use Batana Oil?

For hair, apply a small amount of Batana Oil to damp hair, focusing on the ends. For skin, massage a small amount onto clean, dry skin. Leave on for at least 30 minutes before washing off. For best results, use 2-3 times a week.

Is Batana Oil suitable for all hair and skin types?

Yes, Batana Oil is suitable for all hair and skin types. Its natural and gentle formula makes it safe for use on sensitive skin and can help improve overall condition for all hair types, including curly, straight, and chemically treated hair.

Are there any potential side effects of using Batana Oil?

There are no known side effects of using Batana Oil. However, as with any new product, it is recommended to do a patch test before use to check for any allergic reactions. If irritation occurs, discontinue use and consult a healthcare professional.

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