Sentences with phrase «as bids for attention»

One study found that preschoolers can ask 75 questions per hour, not as bids for attention but to «extract» information from the adults around them.

Not exact matches

But as Amazon - watchers now turn to the 20 finalists, I would like to take a moment to address the other 218 cities that bid for the company's attention.

Taylor bids us to show the fear we feel but also calls attention to the possibility of being graced along the way: «And since we're only here for a while / Might as well show some style — / Give us a smile.»

The WCB bidding war for Australia's oldest dairy attracted international media attention and underscored the value industry players see in soaring demand for dairy commodities such as milk powders, cheese and infant nutritionals in Asia, and China in particular.

As Westminster watchers crowd round the train - wreck of Steven Woolfe's failed bid for Ukip leader little attention is being paid to the woman who now looks set to take the crown — and that's the way she will like it.

The Cambridge University research for the NUT found a «noticeable change in the climate of schooling» as some teachers offered incentives such as snacks or «credits» towards a day off school in a bid to encourage unruly pupils to pay more attention in the classroom.

Critics clamored for attention and clashed with security last night as campaign donors kicked off de Blasio's first fund - raiser for his 2017 re-election bid at a swanky midtown Manhattan hotel.

ALBANY — As the Democratic presidential candidates turn their attention to New York, the campaigns of both Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton say they're looking to the 2014 gubernatorial bid of Zephyr Teachout, who performed surprisingly well in a primary against Gov. Andrew Cuomo, as a model that Sanders might follow to exceed expectations in the state Clinton represented in the Senate for eight yearAs the Democratic presidential candidates turn their attention to New York, the campaigns of both Bernie Sanders and Hillary Clinton say they're looking to the 2014 gubernatorial bid of Zephyr Teachout, who performed surprisingly well in a primary against Gov. Andrew Cuomo, as a model that Sanders might follow to exceed expectations in the state Clinton represented in the Senate for eight yearas a model that Sanders might follow to exceed expectations in the state Clinton represented in the Senate for eight years.

The Weinstein Company, for example, is tossing out Gold and The Founder as its limited December entries: If they find critical favor and pull out some dark - horse nods, the studio will likely invest in a more aggressive rollout to capitalize on the buzz... and if not, the Weinsteins will simply divert that earmarked money and attention toward Lion, their current best bid.

The Chasm Group, LLC and Chasm Institute, LLC (San Bruno, CA) 1997 — 2008 Business Operations Manager • Managed all daily operational tasks for leading multi-million dollar high - tech market strategy consultancy, while providing executive administration to C - level executives and venture capital partners • Developed and managed the firm's annual budget, proposing and implementing expense cuts, producing monthly reports and financial statements, and coordinating with CPA firm for accurate and timely filings • Oversaw all client relationship management efforts while cultivating new business efforts from concept to implementation, providing high - quality service in sales efforts while utilizing new lead tracking system • Negotiated and managed all contracts, stock grants, and financing arrangements, working closely with outside counsel to draft legal documents and resolve LLC - and proprietary - related issues • Led three office space build - outs and two office relocations, managing all aspects of each process under aggressive timeline and budget expectations • Reduced firm telecom expenses by 22 % by streamlining IT objectives, including migration to VOIP phone system, software / hardware purchases, domain renewals, and outsourced technical support • Directed all phases of staff recruitment while creating and implementing all HR policies and programs, including comprehensive employee benefits plans • Supervised multiple administrative staff members, conducted performance appraisals and wage / salary surveys in comparison to incentive program guidelines, and maintained HR files in accordance with legal mandates • Produced all out - going client invoices in an accurate and timely fashion to increase, cash flow and reduce aging receivables, providing consistent attention to overhead costs and vendor arrangements • Administered all company insurance policies, including E&O, general liability, bonds, partner life and disability, conducting annual benefits reviews and employee / company insurance audits • Obtained necessary certificates for consulting contracts while processing federal, state, and local business reporting requirements to maintain licenses and incorporation status • Directed all marketing efforts and oversaw logistical aspects of national educational workshop series, utilizing sponsorship arrangements to offset production costs • Transformed «brochure» website into a dynamic tool to better illustrate company opportunities through relevant case studies, as well as maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generatias well as maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generatias maintaining all other promotional media, including press kits and video Association of California School Administrators (Burlingame, CA) 1993 — 1997 Issues and Planning Committee Coordinator • Executed all phases of event planning and implementation for a membership - driven organization including 23 state committees, 5 task forces, 6 strategic planning conferences, and a conference of 1,500 attendees • Focused on facility evaluations, bid requests, site visits, contract negotiations, and all pre - and post-conference planning processes • Produced statistical and financial reports, including budget projections and cost monitoring for developmental training efforts • Oversaw all participant - level responsibilities, including inquiries, eligibility, registration, correspondence, and billing statements • Managed all legal professional standards calls for Northern California regions, including the processing of attorney authorizations, the preparation of legal assistance letters, and liens on cause of action • Served as second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generatias second point of contact for computer inquiries and troubleshooting efforts as well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generatias well as provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generatias provided back - up executive administrative support for Executive Director, Committee Chairs, and the State Superintendent of Public Instruction • Held responsibility for software installation and hardware configuration while performing weekly AS / 400 backup and report generatiAS / 400 backup and report generation

During what he refers to as «sliding door moments,» when one partner bids for the other's attention, relationships are made or broken.

Whether they be verbal or nonverbal, physical, sexual, intellectual, humorous, serious, in the form of a question or statement or comment, they qualify as a «bid» for attention:

As Dr. Gottman writes, «a husband and wife are continually making bids for each other's attention — introducing a conversation topic, implicitly asking a favor, etc. — and the most successful couples are the ones who continually «turn toward» their partners.»

If you were to put cameras throughout your house, you would be able to see on a second to second basis your partner's and your bids for one another's attention, as well as opportunities missed to turn towards.