B&M Stores are So Helpful in Saltash #rotary # Cornwall

B&M Stores are so helpful & a fantastic community resource. The staff are really good & products such great value for money.
Special thanks for your help today & supporting #rotary in Saltash Cornwall to make a difference to peoples lives.
Best wishes also from your friends at #rotaryinlondon that are visiting your wonderful store in Saltash Cornwall.
Find us on www.rotary.london
Check out @kazaston's Tweet: https://twitter.com/kazaston/status/547041610232389632?s=09

Rotary in London Festive Fun #rotaryinlondon #london #rotarian #rotary #serviceaboveself

Rotary members from London are getting into the Christmas spirit enjoying festive fun. If you are a member of a Rotary club, are a Rotarian you can attend any Rotary club in the world.
As Rotary is about #serviceaboveself  many festive events have included fund raising to support important charities in our local communities and globally.
To learn more about Rotary why not take a look at our website www.rotary.london
Here are some fun snaps from the Rotary club of St Marylebone & the Rotary club of London Christmas celebrations.

Rotary Support for Ebola from #London #rotaryinlon

Please Help #Rotaryinlondon support nurses, medical staff & people affected by the Ebola Crisis Check out the link to Rotary in London Support from our facebook page for more information.

PRINCE Harry shares his fears #feelnoshame

#feelnoshame Prince Harry: http://youtu.be/z9eC6uxyNj4

Public support stays strong for Monarchy

Shame no education to help people decide about our Monarchy. This article & research shows people still want it at the moment. Wonder if there would be even more support for British Monarchy if people had a chance to learn what it is as not covered at school. Such a shane this not covered to help people decide.
"Indifference to the monarchy, hostility to Britain becoming a republic http://t.co/JluWSg7lxT"
Check out @kazaston's Tweet: https://twitter.com/kazaston/status/539183169808134144?s=09

British Drag Racing Hall of Fame awards 2014

Monarchyonline enjoys 2014 World Peace Awards at the House of Lords

Peter King Rotary International GB & Ireland President 2014/15 vision

High Commissioner of Republic of Cyprus at Rotary

His Excellency Euripides shares his latest news about how Cyprus. A wonderful insight into to life today from both a political & humanitarian perspective.

Kaz Aston Blog: Using social media you can really make it happen t...

Kaz Aston Blog: Using social media you can really make it happen t...: It's Easy to Do Social Media for Social Good when you're Kaz Published in Autopilot your business issue 11 Who is Kaz?: Soci...

Rotary Club London talks about selling your business

Denise Barnes shares her experiences about selling her businesss and some of the challenges involved.
Denise has published her experiences in her new book how not to sell your business.
Lots happens in rotary in london check out website www.rotary.london for more information

Using social media you can really make it happen to achieve project goals fast & in partnership on any level.

It's Easy to Do Social Media for Social Good when you're Kaz

Published in Autopilot your business issue 11

Who is Kaz?:

Social media for social good is one of the key focuses in my work today; one that has really developed over the last three years since setting up my website, kazaston.com. As a result, I have been able to progress from a local, UK network to now sustaining a sizable global, online presence. At the same time, I deliver amazing support from adopting social media strategies for all of the charity projects I am involved with. Undeniably, these ventures often stretch across quite contrasting areas, some might say. However, thanks to social media I can now quickly establish greater synergy with new business partners to help get the job done even faster!

Moving Faster:

Talk about faster, I like to participate in the fastest motor sport on earth, Drag racing! It provides real inspiration to move quickly and reach out to the world from support from the motor racing world while helping raise awareness & money for MS at 200 mph!

You Tube film link http://youtu.be/9xeoWVPJcIo

Make it happen:

As a member or Rotarian from the Rotary Club of London leading on social media, for 66 other clubs across the capital, feel that by using social media you can really make it happen to achieve project goals fast and in partnership on any level.

From a short Youtube film about the 2012 Paralympics for use on Facebook, blogs, Twitter, websites and other social sites we were able to share, inform and inspire the public. Additionally, 1.2 million Rotarians globally and businesses heard about the great work of Rotary, the organizations we helped, quickly and for free.

This video shows the Rotary in London Paralympics Community Project that enabled many less fortunate children & adults to have fun at the London Paralympics:

http://youtu.be/TPicygxFPUI

Top Tips for moving forward:

There are so many fantastic examples I could share about how great social media can be to help people with social good projects for any charity. For this reason, I will quickly share my top tips that may be worth considering, if you haven’t already.

1. Get Strategic: keep it flexible and realistic

Make a simple strategy to implement and use social media regularly, and as often as possible. This is really important to remember, as we often neglect it due to time and work-load pressures. Perhaps, start small by using just 3 sites like Twitter, Facebook and YouTube where you can share your goals and achievements quickly and easily. If new to social media, link with your local community first; then work towards a global strategy, perhaps using the top 6 social sites over time. Don’t forget there are loads of applications to help you plan and share even when not online.

2. Make Friends:

Embrace the power of social media to connect you with new organizations and make friends with others that have similar goals or purposes. Don’t worry if these are just short lived, keep an open mind and see how they work out over time.

3. Ask for Help: support & social media education

When sharing ideas, you can often find free support online from others in similar situations. Plus, you may need a bit of extra help or education as I did when progressing further with using global social media. Fortunately, I found a superb social media coach in Australia, Keith Keller, who is now

taking me forward to use the top six social media sites. Amazing to now have five global experts teaching me, from all around the world! For info see https://autopiloturbiz.leadpages.net/oms-keith

4. Have Fun:

As I always say, make sure you have some fun when using social media and enjoy yourself too. Generate lively or happy memories that you can easily capture and share by social media with films, Facebook, pictures, tweets and pins for example.

So in conclusion, I feel that social media is perfect for generating extra support for social good. Also, social media can provide you or a charitable organization with the opportunity to really help others and make a difference to peoples' lives.

Biography:

If you’re reading this, you probably want to know why I enjoy helping people with Multiple Sclerosis, whether raising awareness, fundraising or helping to match people up with the help and information they need. Well... there are lots of reasons! But the story really began in 1995 when I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. 

In a way, I was lucky. I was training to be a nurse at university, so there were clued-up people I could turn to for help and advice. But, I realised that while most people have heard about ‘Multiple Sclerosis’ or ‘MS’ not many know much about it. This I feel partly because clear, short, accurate online information about the disease can be thin on the ground.

Even today, many people have a limited understanding about MS, and this can lead to unnecessary fear, anxiety and even progression of the disease. That’s why I believe it’s important for me to provide support, raise money and direct people to organisations such as the MS Society and Disability Support Services. Thank you for taking the time to read about me, and what I do. If you would like to know anything about my work, or have any questions about Multiple Sclerosis, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

ROTARY London Talks Sex Trafficking

Baldip Kaur from Cairo Egypt shares latest news about sex traficking that affects over 2 billion woman & children globally.
Much more support is needed to help the united nations commitment to reduce this today. Exploitation of children here is really growing  sadly today.

Minister /Deputy Head of Mission Embassy of Switzerland

Frank Grutter Minister & Head of Mission Embassy of Switzerland shares latest news from European Economic Community. A wonderful speaker that really helped Rotary members & guests understand the how Switzerland is running today both with financial & political integration.

Rotary Club of London Lunch on Interlaken

Diane shares information about Interlaken school that has 78 children with communication needs. These children may be deaf or that have a difficulties in communication at home.
So the school helps children from 24 boroughs in London to help over come challenges using sign language British sign language & sign supported English.
A wonderful resource helping make a difference for families in our local London community.

Rotary Club of London welcomes new members

Monday Rotary lunch welcomes new members & friends along with speaker Bettine Le Beau. Two new club members also welcomed by President Clive.

BONO shares is thoughts about Rotary

Bono's Message to Rotary Members HD: http://youtu.be/hzJXJV04Kco

Rotary Club of London Student Talk about helping disabled kids

Daniella Joseph talks at the Rotary Club of London about a student action project to help disabled people. Her trip to Sierra Leone with Rotary really gave her a great opportunity to help in many creative ways . A very inspiring experience of Rotary supporting students to make a difference.

Have you read the latest Rotary in London magazine?

Please check out the link to read a free copy of the Rotary in London district magazine that covers 64 Clubs news from London & more! Sure you recognise this face :)

http://issuu.com/rotaryinlondon/docs/ril_summer_2014/1

#MS UK DAY 2014 celebrates 21 years of support for MS

#MS UK Day 2014

MS UK is celebrating 21 years of providing support for people affected by MS. 

It was great to catch up with MS UK recently to see their head office and Joseph court in Essex fitness & exercise centre. We also shared the latest news about my work for MS with various global partners that are helping to spread the word to help recognise and provide support.

I am so excited by the support for MS that is happening in the UK and globally. In particular the Royal College of Nursing or RCN is really keen to help me in with the challenges of adherence and compliance with MS treatments such as, regularly taking the medication prescribed to help stop the progression of the condition in many cases.

These challenges are not just about taking tablets but also for lifestyle changes that may help with difficult symptoms that MS might cause problems with. Additionally, this is not just an MS challenge compliance difficulties can affect any health condition and sadly it does.

On the 4th of August I will be supporting MS UK with a twitter campaign using various # (hash tags) that I have shared the benefit of using to help people quickly find and share information through social media.

For this latest project I will be using #MSUKDAY along with other # hash tags they have now set up.

Further information is included in the article, below, from the new pathways magazine that MS UK produces for members of their organisation. Why not checkout MS UK WEBSITE for further information or have a look at my website Kazaston.com and our London MS Clear guide page London Msclearguide on Facebook provided FREE by qualified MS medical professionals because we want to help people with MS and not make a profit or ask for money to do this work.

Thanks again to everyone that has helped with this work in particular the MS unit at Charing Cross hospital in London. Additionally, Rotary in London especially the London & Barkingside clubs. The support Rotary has given and also does internationally Free of Charge has constantly been offered which is truly amazing and helps so many people that might need a helping hand or information.

Don't forget if you use twitter pop #MSUKDAY in your tweets to help support raising awareness about MS.  Will keep you posted on how we get on with our #MSDAYUK mission :)

Albert Carter listed in UK top 20 under 13 year olds from all motorsports!

Albert Carter listed in UK top 20 under 13 year olds from all motorsports!

Young Albert Carter is just getting better every race looking at his recent performances on the track. Here is the latest press release for Albert after his recent listing in the Top UK under 13s! Wow Albert the Kazaston.com team and Rotary Club of London are all so proud of you and can't wait to see you soon.
So lets read your latest news from Lucas Oils, as shared below, and big well done from all of your friends in London.

Lucas Oil driver Albert Carter has been listed as in the top 20 under 13 year olds from all forms of motorsport in the UK! The list had been compiled taking nominations from all areas and went out on Downforce Radio (www.downforce-radio.co.uk) on the 21^st July 2014. Downforce Radio is the place to get the inside track on all matters of all racing from Karting to F1 and reports and reviews, to who's going to be who in a few years time.

Carter races in the IAME Cadet class - and after winning the toughest club championship in the UK the Trent Valley Kart Championship in 2013 - this year is concentrating on the two biggest UK Championships which are the MSA British Karting Championship and the LGM National Championship.
 
Go to http://www.spreaker.com/user/jakesanson/downforcedebrief-21-7-14 and fast forward to 62 mins and 40 seconds in to hear the nominated finalists

Albert commented, ‘’I think it is a great honor to be listed and I would like to say thank you to Lucas Oil, all my associate sponsors, Zip Kart and everyone else who is helping me in any way’’ 

Steve McQueen
SMQ Media PR & Media Services Ltd (for Lucas Oil UK)

Did you celebrate Prince George's 1st birthday?

What did you do to celebrate Prince George's first birthday in 2014?
Why not share your news and stories with Monarchy online via our Facebook page or social media.
Please send your pictures so we can share on line.
Thanks Kaz from Monarchy on line UK.

Please can you help Rotary London to give the money a sponsor promised but not given for MS

www.kazaston.comPlease can you help with our support for the MS Society centre in Redbridge Essex UK.
Sadly a big UK Retail Company that I won't name has let Philip Lester & I down and just taken the sponsorship return from a 12 hour radio broadcast we did and not donated anything as promised last year to help the MS centre with transport services so people can easy use the superb MS Centre.
As Rotary supports loads of charities we must continue to do this and so need a little help to cover this financial loss of the MS Society in Redbridge Essex, while we carry on with the other important charity projects.
Please just drop us an email if you have any ideas to help the ms society Redbridge centre in Red Bridge.
Thanks so much, sorry to ask but need some help if possible.
Kind regards, Kaz Aston.
Email: Kaz@kazaston.com

https://www.facebook.com/kaz.aston/posts/10152663732437754

Volunteer Marshall's Needed for NSPCC Kids Charity

Volunteer Marshalls Needed On Saturday 20th September. The NSPCC will be holding a large walking event in central London. The London HACK 2014 (Hike Against Cruelty to Kids) will see participants take to the streets of London to raise funds in support of our ‘Now I Know’ appeal.
The ‘Now I Know appeal’ is raising funds for the ChildLine School Services. Money raised towards this appeal will put trained volunteers into local Primary Schools and teach children about abuse, giving them the confidence to talk about it, the knowledge to prevent it, and the courage to find help if they ever need it. All support to this appeal can help us to empower an entire generation and save many thousands of children from the devastating effects of abuse.
The money raised by participants is invaluable to the work we do, but so are the volunteers who kindly and tirelessly support us. An event on as large a scale as HACK relies on the efficiency and passion of our volunteer marshals who make the day not only efficient, but most importantly fun and rewarding for all taking part.
If you can help please contact: Rachel Hunt
Telephone : 02076503270
Email: London.Hack@NSPCC.org.uk

ROTARY Club of London Sightsavers

Mrs Frances Johnson shares latest news about Sightsavers 237 projects supported by HRH Countess of Wessex. The charity helps people particularly women & children in 38 countries with optical problems.
Training and education a big part of the role of the charity to help with blindness prevention.

Royal College of nursing support for MS

Exciting support after recent discussion with the inspirational ceo Dr Peter Carter of the Royal College of nursing (RCN)
Plans are now being made with kaz aston & Dr Peter Carter to help recognise nursing support needs & other challenges like adherence to MS drugs can best be supported by nurses.
Watch the space as kaz aston & the ms clear guide team are on a mission to help.

Possible Windscreen Safety Risks

After needing a replacement windscreen recently thought must share these thoughts for safety.
As you might tell from the picture my windscreen couldn't be repaired and the damage obscured my line of vision so wasn't safe or legal to drive. So an MOT failure & safety concern if tried to drive my car.
However,  when contacting my insurance company that provides help with this difficulty was sad to find:
2 big national company's could repair a newish fiat 500 for over a week!
Fiat UK had windscreen availability but even two big UK companies said totally out of stock even with their own versions which are cheaper.
Repair company telephone support said things like: dont worry be safe to drive wont fall out!
It will be fine just tell Police it just happened if you get stopped,  so lie!
We can't offer the service you see on TV we do it as fast as we can. From my experience this 7/8 days so big problem if you need your car.
So after sharing this experience with my insurance company that finally found a repairer for the next working day to help after a whole morning of phone calls. My advice is stand your ground and insist a fast repair needed if the damage is in or obscures your line of driving vision.
Don't fall for marketing lines on advertising of fast repair same day as this certainly doesn't often happen.
Definitely consider windscreen insurance cover options as a lot more money than maybe you think to replace. In my case it would have been around £500 but paid less than £70 thanks to my APlan insurance.

Nelson Mandela amazing quote

“To be free is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.” - Nelson Mandela
Such true words from a wonderful man we have sadly lost

Rotary Club of London talks John Lewis

David Sheehan shares his working experience with John Lewis with the Rotary Club of London

Kate all smiles at Garter Windsor Castle 2014

http://www.mirror.co.uk/news/uk-news/kate-middleton-smiles-william-watches-3705291

Matt Goss - Full LIVE Show (USA TV Special) (HSN)

Celebrate Matt Goss Day 20th April 2014

Matt Goss Day is on April 20th 2014
Just share a shout out or Re Tweet #MattGossDay. Maybe include a Selfie for @mattgoss
Look out for hash tags or messages from the people included in a tweet below. http://t.co/VImnzoWG9R

@ElodieReyter #MattGossDay April 20th @HSN #IDo @RT2EAT @RT2PROMO #MGA @mattgoss @KazAston #Vegas #LA #HSN http://t.co/VImnzoWG9R #MUSIC

Agree? True Words from Mr Wilde I feel

It takes great deal of courage to see the world in all its tainted glory, and still to love it.   -Oscar Wilde

Richard Fitzwilliams Live in London

Amazing evening with Richard Fitzwilliams reviewing Mutiny on the Bounty films. A superb film critic with magnificent knowledge on so many areas. Thanks Richard :)

Go Emily Kids & MS

Children with Multiple Sclerosis
GO Emily for MS http://kazaston.blogspot.com/2013/11/go-emily-for-ms.html

Talking MS Clear guide with Elaph

Looking at sharing info and education about MS with the Middle East thanks to Elaph & HRH Princess Katerina.
http://instagram.com/p/lGag1pH3kY/

Did you know Lord Archer is a top Auctioneer ?

http://www.youtube.com/embed/EyXIoTrkvp0?list=UUbvkzsXEbQ8uuqGHV3jWB6g

Wow fantastic help for Scope from Lord Archer for disabled kids & adults. Also Bridge & Backgammon competitions at RAC London. This made a Wonderful charity event that the Rotary Club of London alao supported.
See for more information about the charity www.scope.org uk

Rotary club of London new members

Enjoying lunch with the #Rotary club of #London that welcomes new #Rotarians to enjoy our special weekly club lunch with fantastic speakers.
For more information check out www.londonrotaryclub.org.uk there are many London club community projects always happening along with international campaigns to deliver support internationally.

Congratulations Albert Carter Young karting Champion

Check out @kazaston's Tweet: https://twitter.com/kazaston/status/425740389954650112

Her Excellency Winnie Anna Kiap at Rotary Club of London

Ms Winnie Kiap High Commissioner in UK for Papua New Guinea talks to the Rotary of London about her role work in the UK. She is very busy helping to educate people about papua new guinea in UK.

Hope you have a beautiful life

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mE3v4Bv8NaY&feature=youtube_gdata_player