The great Christmas blogger book give-away

December 21, 2006 @ 4:29 pm · Filed under Happy Hour is 9 to 5

Alexander KjerulfI will celebrate Christmas and the new year here on the blog by celebrating the blogging community.

I’ve been blogging for almost four years and blogging has given me energy, inspiration, new friends, feedback and help.

The spirit of blogging is, in my opinion, generosity. Therefore, it would give me great pleasure to give away 100 pdf-copies of my new book on happiness at work to the first 100 bloggers who ask for one.

Happy Hour is 9 to 5Here are the rules:

  1. If you’re a blogger and would like a copy of the book in pdf, sign up by leaving a comment on this post. Make sure to enter both your email and the URL of your blog in the appropriate fields. I will (of course) not save or abuse your email in any way.

There are no further rules!

I wish you a spectacular Christmas!

UPDATE: I’m flabbergasted!! In less than 24 hours 100 bloggers signed up to get a copy. Thanks to each and every one. I’ll mail the book out later today.

UPDATE UPDATE: I mailed out the books at 6PM GMT Friday. If you signed up and the book doesn’t show up in your inbox soon there may be a problem with the email address in your comment. Send me a mail and I’ll re-send it to you.

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114 Comments »

  1. Ann Bares Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 5:02 pm

    I would love to put in my name for a free .pdf copy of your new book. My blog “Compensation Force” features practical news, information, tips and musings about employee performance and rewards. Thanks for this offer - and best wishes for the holidays!

  2. Sarah Yeoh Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 5:07 pm

    I would love a pdf copy of your new book! I love reading your blog. I’ve linked to my personal blog here but it’s not concentrated on a work-related field but just a general update for my friends and family.

    Cheers,
    Sarah

  3. Gerardo Amaya Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 5:09 pm

    I will really like to have the final PDF copy of your book. I also appreciated one of my comments in your book. I talked to my boss early this week and I told him that his great management ideas have been published in a book. He was honored. I can wait!! :) Merry Xmas

  4. Kirsten Harrell, Psy.D. Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 5:14 pm

    Well… count me in! I would love to get a copy! Thanks so much Alex. I look forward to reading it.

  5. Graham Chastney Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 5:21 pm

    I would love a copy please.

  6. Anne Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 5:22 pm

    Sounds great! Thanks for doing this.

    Mange tak, og God Jul!

  7. Dirceu Pereira Tiegs Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 5:23 pm

    Hello Alex,

    I would love to get a copy of your book! I read your blog since the beginning of this year, and it helped me a lot.

    Thank you for share. :-)

  8. Jochen Lillich Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 5:26 pm

    Hi Alex,

    of course I’d be more than happy to get a copy of your happiness manual! I’ve been following your blog for weeks since I’m sure that being a regular reader makes me a better leader.

    Best regards and happy holidays,
    Jochen

  9. Iulian Dogariu Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 5:48 pm

    Count me in, Alexander! I’m looking forward to reading your book.

  10. Albert Ellenich Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 5:52 pm

    I would love a copy of your new book! I’ve been following your blog for a few months now and have been motivated by your interactive nature with readers and the progress you’ve made. Not to mention all the great ideas!

    My blog started out as a way to capture my experiences working with a personal life coach to help get me motivated, enjoy work more, and regain my passion for a creative life. The results amazed my coach and myself in that I accomplished all my goals early.

    I learned much from my own studies of coaching and this experience. I try to bring those learnings into my daily worklife any way I can, spreading positive thoughts and unique attempts to shake people up to realize we can have fun at work. I think your book would be a great read!

    Thanks and have a fantastic holiday season and a new year that brings you more joy than you thought possible!

    - Albert

  11. Rich Waters Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 5:53 pm

    Sounds great, I haven’t had a chance to get back to the book since I reviewed a chapter and would love to take a look at the final product.

  12. Jack Muskrat Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 5:55 pm

    Would love a copy — I’ve been going the protest route of dealing with work — you’ve shifted my thinking to embracing @work and choosing to be happy.

  13. Kor Shu Yen Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 5:55 pm

    I would like a copy here at Singapore!

  14. Daniel Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 6:05 pm

    I’d love to have a pdf copy of your book. Greetings from Sweden!

  15. Andrea Nagar Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 6:08 pm

    I’d love to have a copy. Greetings from Italy.

  16. Wendy Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 6:16 pm

    Alex: I love your blog. Very inspirational. You provide some fabulous ideas for inspiring people. I would also love a copy of your book.

    Please keep it up and thank you for all of your work and knowledge.

  17. Simon Stewart Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 6:20 pm

    I’d love a copy of your book! Thank you, and have a merry Christmas!

  18. Kevin Jump Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 6:22 pm

    Love a copy: happy is where it’s at

  19. Jose Marques Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 6:50 pm

    Portugal wants to read your book :). Pretty please.
    Merry Christmas :).

  20. Joachim Oschlag Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 7:03 pm

    Sign me up - I want (more) hapiness at work :)
    And merry xmas to you and your dearest.

  21. Frank Obels Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 7:04 pm

    This is a german blogger who would love to get your book :-)
    Thanks for your blog, this gift - and merry christmas!
    Frank :-)

  22. speedy Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 7:09 pm

    I would like a pdf as well, before I buy the hard copy for friends;)

  23. Josh Kaufman Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 7:09 pm

    Alex - I’d love a copy of the book. Thanks, and happy holidays!

    Josh

  24. Trompazos Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 7:10 pm

    Here it is a spanish blogger who enjoy very much with your optimistic points!!
    All the best and happy new year!!

  25. mudin001 Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 7:26 pm

    I would love to get one. Thank you very much!

  26. ann michael Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 7:30 pm

    Oh boy!!! I want one! Thanks Alexander - and Merry Christmas to you too!

  27. Clint James Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 7:35 pm

    I’ve read some of the book online and I love it! I’d really like a .pdf copy. Thanks!

  28. John Lewis Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 8:00 pm

    I’d love a copy of the book. I’ve been meaning to read it since you posted it; even wanted to come up with some interview questions, but my life has been busy since I’m in the process of leaving a job that made me desparately unhappy!

  29. Daren Lewis Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 8:01 pm

    a very nice offer, Merry Christmas

  30. Berislav Lopac Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 8:10 pm

    You really have a way of forcing people to stray from RSS and actually get to your page. ;)

    The URL above is of my Croatian blog, which is relative active, unlike the (older) one in English, at http://www.abstract-factory.com.

    Ah, and yes, I’d like a copy. ;)

  31. Joe Strazzere Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 8:16 pm

    This is a great give-away - Christmas or otherwise.
    Thanks!

    My blog “All Things Quality” (http://www.sqablogs.com/jstrazzere/) deals mainly with issues for Software Quality Assurance people, but often touches on larger workplace issues as well.

    I read your blog often, and look forward to seeing your collected wisdom in one PDF.

  32. Vetle Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 8:16 pm

    I’d very much like a copy! Thanks!

  33. Michael Carøe Andersen Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 8:23 pm

    Congrats on the reception of the book so far - sounds like you’ve written a great book :)

    Merry christmas!

  34. Eric Pennne Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 8:33 pm

    WooHoo! Merry Xmas to me! Oh, and you too! :)

  35. Kammie K. Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 8:58 pm

    Alex~

    Ohhh, Ohhh…pick me pick me!!

    I want one! I LOVE unexpected Christmas goodies. Thanks Alex so much for spreading the goodness thru the blogoshpere and beyond.

    I love sharing your posts with the PMP community as you bring peace, happiness, and passion back to the office.

    Can’t wait to read the goodness and recommend it to my readers.

    Best to you and yours this happy hour season,
    Kammie K.:)

  36. Joan Gleason Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 9:00 pm

    I would love a copy! By the way, I really like the title and cover design … great job. May you have many 9 TO 5 happy hours in 2007. Thanks so much. Joan

  37. Matthew Willis Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 9:55 pm

    Hi Alex,
    Congrats on the book, and I’m looking forward to reading it! Matt

  38. charles Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 9:57 pm

    I would like a copy of your book. My blog is general purpose, including book reviews. I certainly need to learn something about being happy at work!

  39. Bob Lizewski Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 10:00 pm

    Ho Ho Hoping you have a HAPPY Holiday.

    Looking forward to your pearls of wisdom

    Bob

  40. victoire Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 10:08 pm

    hi alex yes please! i’d love to read your book… seeing that your blog is (and has been since i discovered it) my favourite blog of all time! :) looking forward to applying some happiness to my workplace in 2007! victoire

  41. Sandy Renshaw Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 10:09 pm

    Happy Holidays!

    I’m so excited to read a copy of your book. It sounds wonderful. What unexpected happiness!

    Sandy

  42. Jörg Weisner Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 10:41 pm

    Hi Alex,

    I would love to get a copy of your book as a pdf-file.

    Have a nice christmas time
    and a happy new year,

    best wishes

    Jörg

    PS: I even have a present for You. Just mail me you adress and I send you a hardcover copy of my book: “Job&Joy” .
    I suppose you can read and understand German.

  43. Rocky Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 10:47 pm

    I have just started reading the on-line version and so far it is great.

    I would love a PDF copy to keep on my laptop just as a reference.

    Best wishes,

    Rocky

  44. Cowboy_K Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 10:57 pm

    Hey, I’m always good for a freebie! Not that my blog is particularly active or interesting, but I did review the “beta” copy of the PDF (but not in time to give feedback, sorry!), and am very interested in the final product.

    I’m tempted to order a copy of the hard-copy just to leave (anonymously) on my CEO’s desk…

  45. Lexica Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 11:06 pm

    I’d love a PDF copy of the book.

    It’s an LJ, not a blog qua blog - do you have a standard for how bloggy a blog must be? :-)

  46. Topbit Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 11:08 pm

    I’d love to have some happy reading over the holiday.

  47. James Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 11:19 pm

    47th? 50th? Hope another 50 people didn’t jump in front of me.

    I’d love a copy Alex.

    2007 needs to be the year of Arbejdsglæde for me.

    James

  48. George Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 11:47 pm

    I would love to read that book! I have been following your site for a while now and try to incorporate something from here everyday.

  49. Paul Kohlmeier Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 11:56 pm

    I love your blog, it inspires me to make my office a better and happier place to work in. My blog is personal in nature, for friends and family, but I have been thinking about blogging for my business as well. Just have to decide what I want it to be.

    I look forward to reading your book!

    Cheers
    Paul

  50. clarke ching Said,

    December 21, 2006 @ 11:57 pm

    I’d love a copy, please.

  51. Derek Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 12:04 am

    I really enjoy reading your blog and would love to get a copy of your book.

  52. Doug Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 12:05 am

    Hi Alex,

    I’ve really enjoyed reading your blog over the past year. Your theme of happiness at work is a nice motif that fits well with my focus of improving our processes here at work. The ideas you’ve given us and the thoughts you’ve shared have helped to give me inspiration to pursue my happiness at work by making my work place a better environment for me and my colleges. Thanks for you generosity and thanks for you insights.

    Merry Christmas,
    Doug

  53. Eric Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 12:05 am

    I’d love a copy. I’ve been a big fan for a while and am excited to see the final results of the book!

  54. Free: Happiness at Work! | Hidden Mojo Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 12:09 am

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  55. Stephanie West Allen Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 12:19 am

    I learned of you and your blog at David Maister’s blog. Nice. And I would like a copy of the book. Happiness is one of the themes on my blog. Happy holiday season.

  56. Goozbach Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 12:27 am

    I also would like a copy of your book.

    I always appreciate your tidbits of wisdom/happiness

  57. fozbaca Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 12:27 am

    I would love a pdf. Great ideas.

  58. Glenn (Customer Service Experience) Ross Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 12:33 am

    I would love a copy. I blog on customer service and a month ago started a second blog for the American Cancer Society’s Relay For Life in Central Texas.

    Regards,

    Glenn

  59. Eric Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 12:43 am

    I would love to receive a copy of your book. Thanks!

  60. Sarah Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 12:58 am

    Yes please!

  61. Kay Smoljak Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 1:02 am

    I would love a copy. I have recently started a new business and your blog has inspired me to try and make work happy for my employees as well as myself!
    Merry Christmas!

  62. Jón Arnar Guðmundsson Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 1:16 am

    Hi Alexander,
    I’m a long time listener, first time caller. Since I stumbled upon your blog, I’ve taken a long hard look at my work and have managed to go from liking my job to loving it, simply by changing the way that I think. A copy of your book would still be useful :-)

    Gleðileg Jól !

  63. Peggy Andrews Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 1:19 am

    I would love to read your book. The Career Encouragement Blog is daily encouragement for your career journey, wherever you are on the path.

    Merry Christmas!

  64. Mike Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 1:34 am

    Hi Alex,

    I have your blog in my Google Reader what means I’m actually reading it :)

    .. and that’s also why I’d really like to see your book.

    Have a great Christmas!

  65. Scott Coughlin Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 1:45 am

    Alex,

    Happy Holidays to you as well. Thanks for the give-away. It is a terrific idea! I love your website’s energy and ease of use. Looking forward to reading the new book, too.

    Keep up the great work!

    Happy New Years.

  66. thom aka headphonaught Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 1:53 am

    Hey there…

    Just kind of stumbled onto your blog today… and would love a copy of your book.

    I’ll be back… love your ethos

    Peace

    T

  67. Ed Seunghoon Yeon Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 2:14 am

    Thanks for your inspiring book. I come to this blog yesterday and read your book online since then. I really interested in happiness at work. I want to be a CHO.

    Merry Christmas!

  68. Amy Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 3:42 am

    Thanks in advance for the advice on work happiness. Hopefully, I’ll be able to use it in the new year.

    Happy Holidays…

  69. Tiara Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 3:59 am

    Sounds like a good idea! (And here comes another RSS feed to my Bloglines list…)

  70. Jason Bates Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 4:18 am

    Wow… 70th comment already… the blogosphere will catch fire with happiness at work!

    Best Christmas wishes,

    Jason

  71. Graham Lawes Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 5:34 am

    I would love a copy. I’ve been reading books about Happiness ever since Bertrand Russell’s Conquest of Happiness about 30 years ago and I would love to read yours!

    Thanks and Happy Christmas!

    Graham

  72. Vinod Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 5:34 am

    Love to have a read of your book !! Let me energize with it and start the new year with lot more of enthu than 06′. Awaiting your copy of the book

  73. Vijay Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 5:36 am

    Please send it to me tooooo !!!

  74. Krithika Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 5:54 am

    Waiting for your book !!!

  75. Ganesh Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 5:56 am

    Let me read and execute in my office, please send it accross

  76. Michael Sampson Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 5:57 am

    Sign me up!

  77. Krithi Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 5:58 am

    With your book - Happy Christmas & New Year Wow !!!

  78. Jayanth Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 5:59 am

    Im new to your blog but as soon asI arrived Ur giving me ur book to me !! What a way to start !!

  79. Mani Megala Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 6:01 am

    Hey add my name to the list !!!

  80. Liz Strauss at Successful Blog - Alexander Kjerulf and Pamela Slim Are Two-in-a-Million!! Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 6:01 am

    [...] Enthusiastic and contagious entrepreneur who regularly helps us all be happy at work. This category requires an above average ability to enlist the support of others in your quest, a generous spirit, an amazing sense of humor, and a flair for words. This person must sincerely desire to see others happy in what they do and be willing to sacrifice their time and energy to make it so. [...]

  81. Sateesh Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 6:03 am

    Im going to enter corporate world in short time and this book will make me feel same as now - Student !!!

  82. Thilaka Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 6:05 am

    Send me nothing but the book !!!

  83. priya Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 6:09 am

    Please send it to me !!

  84. Subha Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 6:11 am

    Waiting !!!

  85. Mike Hoffman Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 6:11 am

    The recent discovery of your blog has made for much lost time reading the best content on being happy at work since I read Get Back In the Box by Douglass Rushkoff.

    A PDF copy of your work would be appreciated!

  86. Chris P. Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 6:22 am

    I’ve been reading this blog and passing quite a few of the inspirational posts and links to other sites up to my boss as our department has been passing through some tough times- its helped keep our spirits up and attitudes ‘appropriate’.

  87. Chris P. Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 6:22 am

    I’ve been reading this blog and passing quite a few of the inspirational posts and links to other sites up to my boss as our department has been passing through some tough times- its helped keep our spirits up and attitudes ‘appropriate’. I’d love a copy.

  88. Nirmala Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 6:22 am

    Alexander!

    I just got to know about your blog from one of my friends and think just getting to know your blog exists is a wonderful christmas gift. But getting the PDF copy of your book will be even better! ;)

    Keep up the great work!

  89. Srini Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 6:49 am

    i already zipped thru your free browser based version of the book - and i have already shared it with a couple of friends in office.

    would love to get the pdf version too - since free is never enough ;)

    PS: should i count if i am within the hundred :) - i hope i am

  90. Diana Wynne Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 8:42 am

    Me too, please.

    I resolve to read more books that make me happy.

  91. Sara Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 8:43 am

    I would love a copy! I’m helping train two new managers right now and for one of them, happy employees is NOT a priority. I’d love to introduce them to your work in hopes of changing their minds!

  92. David Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 8:54 am

    I’ve only recently come across the site, but have enjoyed the read. I really enjoyed the regular Monday Tip’s. Would be great to have a copy of the book to read!

    Hope you have a great time at Christmas. Thank you for your inspiration so far.

  93. Phi Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 9:34 am

    Wuhuuu… comming here just in time (there is already 92 comments).

    I’m really looking forward to read your book. Thank you.

  94. Michael Herzog Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 10:07 am

    I´d like a copy, too.
    My blog is a little bit on hold, but I hope it still counts. ;)

  95. Britt Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 10:14 am

    Count me in! I’d love to get my hands on a copy. ;-)

  96. Raj Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 10:24 am

    Hi Alexander, Just stepped in from Nirmala’s blog here. First time out here! And I guess I am fortunate to be still in time! Thanks for this wonderful gesture and I would really love to get my hands on the PDF!

    Merry X-Mas and best wishes for a great new year ahead!

    Regards,
    Raj

  97. SverrirJ Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 10:41 am

    Hi Alex.
    Congrats on the book, it looks really good and I’ve been looking forward reading it. I decided on buying it on my next walk through an airport, but an early pdf version would be great! Thanks so much.

    God jul / gleðileg jól! :-)
    Sverrir

  98. ana Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 11:20 am

    i hope i can still make it :D

    congrats on the book!

  99. Wayne Hurlbert Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 12:14 pm

    Your book sounds like a definite winner and a fine addition to any business book collection. All my best on your book sales and the continued success of your great blog.

    All my best for 2007. Make it your best year yet!

  100. Matous Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 2:14 pm

    Perhaps the 100th? I would love to write about your book in my blog here in Czech Republic, if I get one :D

    Keep yourself happy and best wishes for the new year!

  101. Frank Roche Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 2:31 pm

    I didn’t count the comments, but I’ll put my name in. (I’m going to buy a few copies for clients anyways.)

  102. Alexander Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 3:17 pm

    I’m flabbergasted, people. In less than 24 hours, 100 people signed up to get a copy of the book.

    Thank you very much. I’ll be mailing out the book later today!

    And thanks also for all the kind words you wrote - I’ve been smiling happily all day long :o)

  103. Leisa Said,

    December 22, 2006 @ 6:40 pm

    first - what’s a URI? Sounds like something I should go to the doctor for. Anyway - love your website, I have been spreading it around work. Cant wait to read the book.

  104. Keeper of Light Said,

    December 24, 2006 @ 4:03 am

    Alexander,

    PLEASE do send me a copy - there are 103 messages, 3 were comments while 1 was yours! So, I should be within the 100 requests.

    Just found your blog via Gretchen’s Happiness Project blog. It is impressive, expressive and enthusiastic.

    Enjoy you holidays and may your happiness spread to all around you throughout the New Year.

  105. Anjana Said,

    December 25, 2006 @ 11:49 am

    I’d love a copy please ! Hope I’m not too late for one!

    Merry xmas and a wonderful new year to you !

  106. Malcolm Said,

    December 27, 2006 @ 9:01 pm

    I hope I am not too late for one, looks really interesting, as does your site.
    merry Christmas (late) happy new year (early)!

  107. sheldon cooke Said,

    December 28, 2006 @ 9:01 pm

    Aw, I take a few days away, and I missed out :) What a thoughtful thing to do, though… Happy belated holidays, Alex!

  108. Great stuff goin’ on Said,

    December 29, 2006 @ 12:57 pm

    [...] The great Christmas blogger book give-away [...]

  109. Diego Said,

    January 8, 2007 @ 11:52 pm

    Send my your book!!!!
    Happy new year!
    Thanks!

    Diego

  110. Sucharith Said,

    January 9, 2007 @ 10:27 am

    I would like to have a copy of your e-book.

  111. Andrea Said,

    February 26, 2007 @ 9:45 am

    Count me in, Alexander! I’m looking forward to reading your book. Gretings from Venezuela.

  112. Is your workplace unhappy? Get my book for free! Said,

    March 21, 2007 @ 11:27 am

    [...] It’s time to give away some more copies of my book about happiness at work. Last time it was a simple Christmas blogger give-away, this time I’m giving it to the people who need it the most: Those stuck in unhappy workplaces. [...]

  113. gary chin Said,

    March 22, 2007 @ 6:00 am

    oh, no, no more free PDFs..

    good read, nevertheless :)

  114. Premananda Said,

    September 17, 2007 @ 4:49 am

    I have read the ten rules for happyness & I am fascinating to read the book in pdf
    P.mishra
    Belpahar Orissa

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