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Today the fastest growing companies have no physical assets. Instead, they create innovative digital products and new data-driven business models. They capture huge market share fast and their capitalizations skyrocket. The success of these digital giants is pushing all companies to rethink their business models and to start digitizing their products and services.

Whether you are a new start-up building a digital product or service, or an employee of an established company that is transitioning to digital, you need to consider how digitization has transformed every aspect of management. Data-driven business models scale not through asset accumulation and product standardization, but through disaggregation of supply and demand. The winners in the new economy master the demand for one and the supply to millions.

Throughout the book the author illustrates with examples and use cases how the market competition has changed and how companies adept to the new rules of the game. The economic levers of scale and scope are also different in the digital economy and companies have to learn new tactics how to achieve and sustain their competitive advantage.

While data is at the core of all digital business models, the monetization strategies vary across products, services and business models. Our Monetization Matrix is a model that helps managers, marketers, sales professionals, and technical product designers to align the digital product design with the data-driven business model.

Table of contents

  • Part I How Digital Giants Are Creating the New Economy
  • Chapter 1 The Brave New Digital World
  • Chapter 2 Why Companies Miss Out on Big Opportunities
  • Chapter 3 Everything Is Changing
  • Chapter 4 Scale and Scope in the Digital Economy
  • Chapter 5 The New Economics of Disaggregation and Scale
  • Chapter 6 The Two Market Competition Rules for the Digital Economy
  • Part II Data-Driven Business Models
  • Chapter 7 Asset-Less Business Models
  • Chapter 8 Data Products as a Business
  • Chapter 9 Digital Supplements
  • Chapter 10 The Man-Less Business Model
  • Part III The Analytics of Growth
  • Chapter 11 The Pursuit of Analytics Maturity
  • Chapter 12 Beating the Averages With Trends AI
  • About the Authors

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  • Title: Data-Driven Business Models for the Digital Economy
  • Author(s): Dr. Rado Kotorov
  • Release date: April 2020
  • Publisher(s): Business Expert Press
  • ISBN: 9781951527815

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In the rapidly changing digital economy, you can't succeed by merely tweaking management practices that led to past success. And yet, while many leaders and managers recognize the threat from digital--and the potential opportunity--they lack a common language and compelling framework to help them assess it and guide them in responding. They don't know how to think about their digital business model.

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Filled with straightforward self-assessments, motivating examples, and sharp financial analyses of where profits are made, this smart book will help you tackle the threats, leverage the opportunities, and create winning digital strategies.

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Peter Weill is a Senior Research Scientist and Chair of the Center for Information Systems Research (CISR) at the MIT Sloan School of Management. His writing and research have appeared in Harvard Business Review , Sloan Management Review , and the Wall Street Journal . His books include IT Savvy , Enterprise Architecture as Strategy , and IT Governance , all published by Harvard Business Review Press.

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Peter D. Weill is the Senior Research Scientist at the MIT Sloan School of Management and Chairman Emeritus of the MIT Center for Information Systems Research (CISR). His work centers on the role, value, and governance of digitization in enterprises and their ecosystems. Ziff Davis recognized Weill as No. 24 of The Top 100 Most Influential People in IT, the highest-ranked academic. His writing and research has appeared in Harvard Business Review, MIT Sloan Management Review, and the Wall Street Journal.

He is a passionate researcher and an engaging speaker, working on digitization issues with executive committees and boards of more than 50 companies globally. Peter has coauthored ten books including: Future Ready: The Four Pathways to Capturing Digital Value, What's Your Digital Business Model? Six Questions to Help You Build The Next-Generation Enterprise, IT Savvy, Enterprise Architecture as Strategy, and IT Governance – all published by Harvard Business Review Press.

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Stephanie L. Woerner, Ph.D. is Director and Principal Research Scientist at the Center for Information Systems Research (CISR) at the MIT Sloan School of Management. Stephanie studies how companies use technology and data to create more effective business models and how they manage the associated organizational change.

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Jennifer Robbins’ guide is praised for its depth and breadth, making it a valued recommendation for anyone looking to delve into web design. Whether you’re aiming to tweak your personal blog or aspiring to become a professional web designer, this book is an excellent foundation that grows with you, clarifying the path from beginner to expert.

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Web Design Playground takes you on an interactive journey through the world of web design. With 352 pages full of practical tutorials, McFedries makes learning HTML and CSS not just informative but also incredibly engaging. 

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When I discovered  The Principles of Beautiful Web Design , I knew I had found a resource that resonated with my design philosophy. The third edition of this book, which spans approximately 220 pages, is an artistic voyage into creating websites that are not only functional but also visually captivating.

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Layout and spatial relationships in web design.

Color theory and its application in creating mood and visual coherence.

Texture and its role in depth and interest.

Typography as a cornerstone of design usability.

The incorporation of imagery to enhance aesthetics and narrative.

I particularly appreciate how each chapter delves into these topics, offering actionable insights on how to apply these principles to real-world projects. I’ve found the third edition especially helpful, as it includes the latest trends and considerations in web design, ensuring my work remains current and impactful.

For those looking to download the third edition, it’s readily available, and I encourage you to explore its rich content. It’s been a staple in my design toolkit, a book I often return to for inspiration and guidance.

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When I was looking to enhance my WordPress skills with real-world applications,  6 Practical WordPress Projects   by the SitePoint Team became my go-to resource. This book is an ideal blend of theory and practice, spanning over 300 pages of insightful tutorials and projects that bridge the gap between learning and doing.

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Setting up custom post types and taxonomies to structure content effectively.

Developing themes that respond to user needs and industry trends.

Implementing plugins to extend the functionality of a WordPress site.

Crafting a user experience that’s both intuitive and engaging.

Integrating ecommerce solutions to build fully functional online stores.

Glenn Cogar’s  recommendation resonated with me:  “It’s good to have some mini projects to focus on when learning new stuff, and this book provides some interesting sample projects to focus on while learning new things about WP.”

For those of you who are avid WordPress enthusiasts or looking to deepen your understanding even further, my colleague Antonella Gina Fleitas has compiled an excellent list of resources in her blog article “ 15 WordPress Books To Read in 2023 .” It’s a fantastic next step for anyone looking to expand their WordPress knowledge.

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Kaitlin Milliken , a program manager at HubSpot, shares her experience.

“When I started my coding journey, I had only ever altered my theme in a Tumblr blog. This book provided step-by-step guides so I could learn two brand-new languages,”  she says.  “I loved how there were exercises where I could code along and test my knowledge. Who knew a book could be so interactive for computer programming?”

This recommendation highlights the book’s approach to learning that engages readers beyond the basics, offering interactive exercises that reinforce the material. As web design continues to evolve, having a book that not only teaches you the fundamentals but also involves you in the learning process is invaluable.

6. HTML and CSS: Design and Build Websites by Jon Duckett

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A Favorite for Comprehensive Learning

As someone who values both depth and accessibility in educational resources,  HTML and CSS: Design and Build Websites  by Jon Duckett has earned its place as a personal favorite on my bookshelf. This visually rich guide spans 490 pages and is a testament to Duckett’s ability to make learning about coding not just comprehensive but also remarkably accessible.

In this book, Duckett masterfully covers:

The basics of HTML and CSS.

Web design principles.

Techniques for creating beautiful websites.

Coding practices to make your work stand out.

This book is an invaluable tool for anyone starting out or wanting to solidify their understanding of web development. Its engaging layout and clear explanations demystify the technicalities of coding, making it a must-read for learners who aspire to create clean, responsive, and aesthetically pleasing websites.

7. Don’t Make Me Think: A Common Sense Approach to Web Usability  by Steve Krug

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Best Book for Intuitive Usability in Web Design

Before you dive into  Don't Make Me Think , it’s helpful to understand that this book isn’t about high-level coding — it’s about the fundamental principles of user-friendly design. Ensure you’re ready to think about how users interact with websites beyond the technical construction. A basic knowledge of web design practices would suffice to get the most out of Krug’s insights.

Within its engaging 216 pages, Krug tackles web usability with humor and clarity, presenting concepts that will transform how you create and think about websites. The book is structured into concise chapters that cover a range of topics, including:

How we really use the web.

Building sites that people can understand in a snap.

Getting rid of unnecessary elements.

Making effective navigation.

Conducting simple usability testing.

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As recommended by  Jamie Juviler  from HubSpot’s Website Blog, this book is a must-read not because it’s a deep dive into the tech world but because it simplifies the complex into the understandable. 

“It’s a fun and approachable guide that packs a surprising amount of wisdom into each chapter,”  Juviler notes. The latest edition also touches on mobile usability, reflecting the current landscape where responsive design is non-negotiable.

To make the most of this book, be sure to grab the latest edition, which extends Krug’s principles to mobile design — a critical aspect that no web designer can afford to overlook.

8. UX Design 2020: The Ultimate Beginner’s Guide to User Experience by Theo Farrington

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Top Recommendation for Beginners in UX

UX Design 2020  has been a game-changer for me as I navigated the foundational aspects of user experience design. Theo Farrington offers a contemporary and concise introduction over the course of 320 pages that are filled with realistic, real-world examples that bring the concepts to life.

Key areas covered in the book include:

Understanding user behavior and needs.

Principles of designing intuitive user interfaces.

Techniques for conducting user research and testing.

Strategies for designing for different devices and platforms.

Adrienne Grace , with her vast experience, has praised this book, noting it as  “a great intro/overview for beginners, using realistic, real-world examples.”  Her endorsement is a testament to the book’s ability to make the complex field of UX accessible to novices.

For those just starting out or seeking to understand UX principles, this guide is an invaluable resource. Its approach to teaching through practical examples not only informs but also empowers you to apply the principles in your own design projects.

9. UX Strategy: How to Devise Innovative Digital Products that People Want by Jaime Levy

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A Comprehensive Resource for UX Strategy

In the world of UX design, where strategy is just as important as aesthetics,  UX Strategy  by Jaime Levy has been a cornerstone of my personal library. This book, a substantial read with 312 pages, serves as a complete guide for becoming a practical, strategic designer — especially useful when assisting entrepreneurs in validating business ideas.

The book delves into important topics like:

The intersection of business strategy and user experience.

Methods for research and analysis to inform UX strategy.

Frameworks for designing business models with a user-centric approach.

Case studies on how UX strategy is applied in the real world.

For those who are not just looking to design but also aim to impact the market and user behavior, this book is an invaluable resource. Furthermore, to enhance your understanding, there’s a podcast episode featuring Jaime Levy discussing the book, offering additional context and depth to the strategic conversations within its pages.

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10. Learning PHP, MySQL & JavaScript; with jQuery, CSS & HTML5  by Robin Nixon

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A Solid Foundation for Integrating Key Web Technologies

Robin Nixon’s book  offers a foundational exploration into some of the most important technologies used in modern web development. Over the course of approximately 700 pages, readers are guided through the integration of PHP, MySQL, and JavaScript — complemented by jQuery, CSS, and HTML5 — to create dynamic websites.

This guide includes:

Core PHP syntax and MySQL integration for server-side scripting.

JavaScript essentials for interactive web pages.

Leveraging jQuery for streamlined script writing.

CSS and HTML5 for responsive design and advanced web graphics.

For newcomers looking for a structured path to developing their web development skills, this book presents just the right mix of breadth and depth. It is an ideal resource for laying down the groundwork for these key technologies.

Stocking Your Shelves

In closing, this curated selection of web design books bridges the gap between novice enthusiasm and professional expertise. Each book has been chosen not only for its rich content but also for its ability to illuminate the path forward in the ever-changing landscape of web design. They are not just repositories of knowledge but beacons that guide through the intricacies of the digital realm.

Whether through the written page or the shared wisdom of a podcast, the knowledge within these books is waiting to be applied in the creation of the next generation of web marvels.

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SAN FRANCISCO (AP) — Google on Thursday introduced a free artificial intelligence app that will enable people to rely on technology instead of their own brains to write, interpret what they’re reading and deal with a variety of other task in their lives.

With the advent of the Gemini app, named after an AI project unveiled late last year, Google will cast aside the Bard chatbot that it introduced a year ago in an effort to catch up with ChatGPT, the chatbot unleashed by the Microsoft-backed startup OpenAI in late 2022. Google is immediately releasing a standalone Gemini app for smartphones running on its Android software.

In a few weeks, Google will put Gemini’s features into its existing search app for iPhones, where Apple would prefer people rely on its Siri voice assistant for handling various tasks.

Although the Google voice assistant that has been available for years will stick around, company executives say they expect Gemini to become the main way users apply the technology to help them think, plan and create. It marks Google’s next foray down a new and potentially perilous avenue while remaining focused on its founding goal “to organize the world’s information and make it universally accessible and useful.”

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“We think this is one of the most profound ways we are going to advance our mission,” Sissie Hsiao, a Google general manager overseeing Gemini, told reporters ahead of Thursday’s announcement.

The Gemini app initially will be released in the U.S. in English before expanding to the Asia-Pacific region next week, with versions in Japanese and Korean.

Besides the free version of Gemini, Google will be selling an advanced service accessible through the new app for $20 a month. The Mountain View, California, company says it is such a sophisticated form of AI that will it be able to tutor students, provide computer programming tips to engineers, dream up ideas for projects, and then create the content for the suggestions a user likes best.

The Gemini Advanced option, which will be powered by an AI technology dubbed “Ultra 1.0,” will seek to build upon the nearly 100 million worldwide subscribers that Google says it has attracted so far — most of whom pay $2 to $10 per month for additional storage to back up photos, documents and other digital material. The Gemini Advanced subscription will include 2 terabytes of storage that Google currently sells for $10 per month, meaning the company believes the AI technology is worth an additional $10 per month.

Google is offering a free two-month trial of Gemini Advanced to encourage people to try it out.

The rollout of the Gemini apps underscores the building moment to bring more AI to smartphones — devices that accompany people everywhere — as part of a trend Google began last fall when it released its latest Pixel smartphones and Samsung embraced last month with its latest Galaxy smartphones.

It also is likely to escalate the high-stakes AI showdown pitting Google against Microsoft, two of the world’s most powerful companies jockeying to get the upper hand with a technology that could reshape work, entertainment and perhaps humanity itself. The battle already has contributed to a $2 trillion increase in the combined market value of Microsoft and Google’s corporate parent, Alphabet Inc., since the end of 2022.

In a blog post , Google CEO Sundar Puchai predicted the technology underlying Gemini Advanced will be able to outthink even the smartest people when tackling many complex topics.

“Ultra 1.0 is the first to outperform human experts on (massive multitask language understanding), which uses a combination of 57 subjects — including math, physics, history, law, medicine and ethics — to test knowledge and problem-solving abilities,” Pichai wrote.

But Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella made a point Wednesday of touting the capabilities of the ChatGPT-4 chatbot — a product released nearly a year ago after being trained by OpenAI on large-language models, or LLMs.

“We have the best model, today even,” Nadella asserted during an event in Mumbai, India. He then seemingly anticipated Gemini’s next-generation release, adding, “We’re waiting for the competition to arrive. It’ll arrive, I’m sure. But the fact is, that we have the most leading LLM out there.”

The introduction of increasingly sophisticated AI is amplifying fears that the technology will malfunction and misbehave on its own, or be manipulated by people for sinister purposes such as spreading misinformation in politics or to torment their enemies. That potential has already led to the passage of rules designed to police the use of AI in Europe , and spurred similar efforts in the U.S. and other countries.

Google says the next generation of Gemini products have undergone extensive testing to ensure they are safe and were built to adhere to its AI principles , which include being socially beneficial, avoiding unfair biases and being accountable to people.

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Create a form in Word that users can complete or print

In Word, you can create a form that others can fill out and save or print.  To do this, you will start with baseline content in a document, potentially via a form template.  Then you can add content controls for elements such as check boxes, text boxes, date pickers, and drop-down lists. Optionally, these content controls can be linked to database information.  Following are the recommended action steps in sequence.  

Show the Developer tab

In Word, be sure you have the Developer tab displayed in the ribbon.  (See how here:  Show the developer tab .)

Open a template or a blank document on which to base the form

You can start with a template or just start from scratch with a blank document.

Start with a form template

Go to File > New .

In the  Search for online templates  field, type  Forms or the kind of form you want. Then press Enter .

In the displayed results, right-click any item, then select  Create. 

Start with a blank document 

Select Blank document .

Add content to the form

Go to the  Developer  tab Controls section where you can choose controls to add to your document or form. Hover over any icon therein to see what control type it represents. The various control types are described below. You can set properties on a control once it has been inserted.

To delete a content control, right-click it, then select Remove content control  in the pop-up menu. 

Note:  You can print a form that was created via content controls. However, the boxes around the content controls will not print.

Insert a text control

The rich text content control enables users to format text (e.g., bold, italic) and type multiple paragraphs. To limit these capabilities, use the plain text content control . 

Click or tap where you want to insert the control.

Rich text control button

To learn about setting specific properties on these controls, see Set or change properties for content controls .

Insert a picture control

A picture control is most often used for templates, but you can also add a picture control to a form.

Picture control button

Insert a building block control

Use a building block control  when you want users to choose a specific block of text. These are helpful when you need to add different boilerplate text depending on the document's specific purpose. You can create rich text content controls for each version of the boilerplate text, and then use a building block control as the container for the rich text content controls.

building block gallery control

Select Developer and content controls for the building block.

Developer tab showing content controls

Insert a combo box or a drop-down list

In a combo box, users can select from a list of choices that you provide or they can type in their own information. In a drop-down list, users can only select from the list of choices.

combo box button

Select the content control, and then select Properties .

To create a list of choices, select Add under Drop-Down List Properties .

Type a choice in Display Name , such as Yes , No , or Maybe .

Repeat this step until all of the choices are in the drop-down list.

Fill in any other properties that you want.

Note:  If you select the Contents cannot be edited check box, users won’t be able to click a choice.

Insert a date picker

Click or tap where you want to insert the date picker control.

Date picker button

Insert a check box

Click or tap where you want to insert the check box control.

Check box button

Use the legacy form controls

Legacy form controls are for compatibility with older versions of Word and consist of legacy form and Active X controls.

Click or tap where you want to insert a legacy control.

Legacy control button

Select the Legacy Form control or Active X Control that you want to include.

Set or change properties for content controls

Each content control has properties that you can set or change. For example, the Date Picker control offers options for the format you want to use to display the date.

Select the content control that you want to change.

Go to Developer > Properties .

Controls Properties  button

Change the properties that you want.

Add protection to a form

If you want to limit how much others can edit or format a form, use the Restrict Editing command:

Open the form that you want to lock or protect.

Select Developer > Restrict Editing .

Restrict editing button

After selecting restrictions, select Yes, Start Enforcing Protection .

Restrict editing panel

Advanced Tip:

If you want to protect only parts of the document, separate the document into sections and only protect the sections you want.

To do this, choose Select Sections in the Restrict Editing panel. For more info on sections, see Insert a section break .

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If the developer tab isn't displayed in the ribbon, see Show the Developer tab .

Open a template or use a blank document

To create a form in Word that others can fill out, start with a template or document and add content controls. Content controls include things like check boxes, text boxes, and drop-down lists. If you’re familiar with databases, these content controls can even be linked to data.

Go to File > New from Template .

New from template option

In Search, type form .

Double-click the template you want to use.

Select File > Save As , and pick a location to save the form.

In Save As , type a file name and then select Save .

Start with a blank document

Go to File > New Document .

New document option

Go to File > Save As .

Go to Developer , and then choose the controls that you want to add to the document or form. To remove a content control, select the control and press Delete. You can set Options on controls once inserted. From Options, you can add entry and exit macros to run when users interact with the controls, as well as list items for combo boxes, .

Adding content controls to your form

In the document, click or tap where you want to add a content control.

On Developer , select Text Box , Check Box , or Combo Box .

Developer tab with content controls

To set specific properties for the control, select Options , and set .

Repeat steps 1 through 3 for each control that you want to add.

Set options

Options let you set common settings, as well as control specific settings. Select a control and then select Options to set up or make changes.

Set common properties.

Select Macro to Run on lets you choose a recorded or custom macro to run on Entry or Exit from the field.

Bookmark Set a unique name or bookmark for each control.

Calculate on exit This forces Word to run or refresh any calculations, such as total price when the user exits the field.

Add Help Text Give hints or instructions for each field.

OK Saves settings and exits the panel.

Cancel Forgets changes and exits the panel.

Set specific properties for a Text box

Type Select form Regular text, Number, Date, Current Date, Current Time, or Calculation.

Default text sets optional instructional text that's displayed in the text box before the user types in the field. Set Text box enabled to allow the user to enter text into the field.

Maximum length sets the length of text that a user can enter. The default is Unlimited .

Text format can set whether text automatically formats to Uppercase , Lowercase , First capital, or Title case .

Text box enabled Lets the user enter text into a field. If there is default text, user text replaces it.

Set specific properties for a Check box .

Default Value Choose between Not checked or checked as default.

Checkbox size Set a size Exactly or Auto to change size as needed.

Check box enabled Lets the user check or clear the text box.

Set specific properties for a Combo box

Drop-down item Type in strings for the list box items. Press + or Enter to add an item to the list.

Items in drop-down list Shows your current list. Select an item and use the up or down arrows to change the order, Press - to remove a selected item.

Drop-down enabled Lets the user open the combo box and make selections.

Protect the form

Go to Developer > Protect Form .

Protect form button on the Developer tab

Note:  To unprotect the form and continue editing, select Protect Form again.

Save and close the form.

Test the form (optional)

If you want, you can test the form before you distribute it.

Protect the form.

Reopen the form, fill it out as the user would, and then save a copy.

Creating fillable forms isn’t available in Word for the web.

You can create the form with the desktop version of Word with the instructions in Create a fillable form .

When you save the document and reopen it in Word for the web, you’ll see the changes you made.

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Liepsna kids talent and model magazine march 2024 volume 1.

by LIEPSNA MAGAZINE

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About the Book

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  • Category Model / Modeling
  • Project Option: US Letter, 8.5×11 in, 22×28 cm # of Pages: 100
  • Publish Date: Feb 14, 2024
  • Language English
  • Tags liepsna , magazine , model , talent , kids

About the Creator

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LIEPSNA Kids Talent and Model MAGAZINE is a monthly digital and print publication featuring and celebrating talented kids from around the world. We strive to promote diversity and self-confidence by sharing amazing photographs and unique stories behind them. We showcase and support every positive hobby, passion and talent. Our goal is to bring motivated children together and encourage them to follow their dreams. We believe that there are many little ways to enlarge your world and being featured in our magazine is one of them. This unforgettable experience will definitely bring you joy today and warm your heart as a precious memory years later.

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