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Jordan Times
4 days ago
- Politics
- Jordan Times
Prime minister urges ministers to prioritise field visits, deliver tangible results, accelerate reforms
AMMAN — Prime Minister Jafar Hassan on Wednesday stressed that field work and on-the-ground engagement lie at the heart of public service and the key to effective governance, urging ministers to be present in governorates and deliver tangible results 'Fieldwork is a cornerstone of government action. It allows us to assess challenges firsthand and formulate strategies accordingly,' Hassan told ministers during the first Cabinet session following the reshuffle. Hassan urged ministers, particularly those in service roles, to dedicate time to visiting governorates and remote areas to tackle local challenges, according to a government statement. The prime minister underlined that public service demands full dedication, stating that the time of government officials "does not belong to them, but is a right of Jordan and the Jordanian people." 'The government's direction is clear, as are the requirements and programs for every sector. We know exactly what we want,' Hassan said, urging ministers to work at full capacity and with seriousness to meet national goals without delay, and achieve tangible results on the ground. 'Delays in implementing programmes and projects can carry a high cost and cause us to miss valuable opportunities.' Hassan urged ministers to take initiative within their portfolios and not wait for his instructions. 'You must be proactive and visionary. It is your duty to propose new projects and develop your sectors.' He also emphasised that building institutional capacity is a shared responsibility, not one limited to the minister of public Sector development. 'It is a joint effort, and the government as a whole is responsible for delivering the modernisation Jordan needs.' Highlighting the importance of collaboration and teamwork, Hassan noted that many ministries have overlapping responsibilities. 'Success depends on our ability to function as a team. Achievements must be collective.' Addressing new Cabinet members, the prime minister said that the focus is not on changing direction but on accelerating implementation and strengthening cooperation. 'We begin where your colleagues left off.' Hassan urged ministers to fulfil promises made during field visits to governorates. 'Each of you is accountable for implementing the projects and programmes outlined in the development plans for every governorate.'
Digital Trends
02-08-2025
- Digital Trends
Dabbsson 2000L power station review: this one's hard to beat on price and performance
Dabbsson 2100L MSRP $849.00 Score Details 'The Dabbsson 2000L has the best price to performance ratio on the market.' Pros Amazing performance for the price Ports are easily accessible Very lightweight Solid solar support 3,300 W power boost Cons Internal fans are loud App connection was clunky for me Coming hot off my DJI Power 2000 power station review, I was anxious to get my hands on the Dabbsson 2000L power station which has similar specs, but a lot more attractive pricing in the competitive 2 kWh power station market. It has a unique design, advanced battery technology, and a price that undercuts many premium competitors. The company positions the 2100L as a companion, good for fieldwork, home backup and off-grid traveling. For many, Dabbsson isn't a recognizable name in the power station space for a lot of people new to the category, but I think it's a brand you should pay attention to. Design and build quality For me, the Dabbsson 2000L stands out immediately with its unique design and light weight. At just 41 pounds (18.6 kg) and measuring 11.2 × 18.3 × 8.9 inches, it's one of the lightest and smallest 2 kWh-class power stations out there, making it significantly easier to transport than the common 60-pound units. Both the Ecoflow Delta 2 Max and the Bluetti Elite 200 V2 are heavier coming in at 50 lbs and 53 lbs. respectively. The Jackery 2000 V2 is the only one lighter by a couple pounds than the Dabbsson 2000L. Even the DJI Power 2000 I reviewed came in over 10 lbs. heavier, which makes this unit quite easy to transport using the two aluminum handles built into the shell. A built-in LED light with dim, bright, and SOS modes illuminates ports and surroundings which is nice in the event the power goes out at night, or you're camping and need to see better. The UL94 V-0 fire-resistant housing adds an extra layer of safety, and the unit's compact footprint with the ports accessible on the front rather than the sides, makes it easy to stow in a car trunk, RV compartment, or studio corner. For creators hauling gear to remote shoots, the 30% lighter weight compared to industry averages is a major win. One thing I like with the design is that the ports are all located on the front and back of the unit, rather than the side. This allowed me to slide it into my SUVs trunk and have all the ports accessible without having to turn the unit sideways. This clears up a lot of room, especially if you are camping and have a tight fit in your cargo area. It is worth pointing out that the Ecoflow Delta 2 Max also has ports on the front of the unit, too. Port breakdown and example of how you can use them The Dabbsson 2000L power station features 12 output ports, which can power a wide variety of devices for creators, campers, RV enthusiasts, and home backup scenarios. What I like about the Dabbsson 2000L is that all of the ports are in an order that makes sense; you don't have wires crossing over each other. I felt like DJI was trying to get cute in the way they clumped their AC ports together, plus they all faced different directions which made things confusing. I will say that while you get six AC ports on the 2000L, three of them are ungrounded receptacles, so it does feel like Dabbsson cheated to me. Port breakdown and specifications: 6 AC Outlets (Pure Sine Wave 2200W, 3300W Power Boost (Surge 4400W), 120V~ (50/60Hz): Use: Powers standard household appliances and high-wattage devices such as LED lights (e.g., 300W video lights), microwaves, portable air conditioners, or power tools. Ideal for photo/video shoots, home backup during outages, or running appliances in an RV or off-grid setup. I used these ports for blowing up air mattresses, electric cooktops while camping or charging one of my e-bikes. 2 USB-C Ports (1x 100W) and (1x 30W): Use: Supports fast charging for USB-C-compatible devices, such as laptops, cameras, drones, or newer iPhone and Android phones. I had no problem charging my Apple MacBook Air and was able to get a full charge in under 30 minutes. Based on the battery capacity of the Dabbsson 2000L, I theoretically would be able to charge my laptop 20 times before the battery drained. And no, I did not test this 20 times, just did the math. 2 USB-A Ports (15W x 2): Use: Charges smaller devices like phones, tablets, wireless earbuds, or other USB-powered gadgets. I was disappointed to see that they are capped out at 15W, which would not charge my phone fast enough for me. In my case, I would use these for charging items like the bug zapper I have shaped like a tennis racket, LED lanterns for camping. 1 Car Port (DC Output 12.6V 10A, 126W): Use: Powers car accessories or devices that use a 12V car outlet, such as portable fridges, car vacuums, or air compressors. Perfect for RV camping or road trips. 1 DC5521 Port: Use: I have nothing that would use this port personally but did some research and it looks like you could use this port for smaller items like routers, modems, LED lights and some small appliances. So, who knows, I'll find a use for it someday, but I'm glad it's there. Battery and Capacity Battery Type: Semi-solid-state LiFePO4 (Lithium Iron Phosphate) Capacity: 2048Wh (2 kWh) Cycle Life: 4000+ cycles (retaining 80% capacity, equivalent to over 10 years of daily use) Battery Management System (BMS): AI-powered with 56+ safety protections (overcharge, over-discharge, thermal, etc.) Output Continuous Power Output : 2200W : 2200W Surge Power Output: 3300W (with Power-Boost mode) Input/Charging AC Charging : 1500W input, 80% charge in 1.5 hours, 100% in ~2 hours : 1500W input, 80% charge in 1.5 hours, 100% in ~2 hours Combined AC + Solar Charging: Up to 1400W total input, 100% charge in ~96 minutes Physical Specifications Weight : 41 lbs (18.6 kg) : 41 lbs (18.6 kg) Dimensions : 11.2 × 18.3 × 8.9 inches (28.5 × 46.5 × 22.6 cm) : 11.2 × 18.3 × 8.9 inches (28.5 × 46.5 × 22.6 cm) Housing : UL94 V-0 fire-resistant composite panels : UL94 V-0 fire-resistant composite panels Handles: Sturdy aluminum for easy carrying App use and phone installation Like other power stations on the market, Dabbsson has an app that you will want to download from the Apple or Android stores. I initially found that connecting to the 2100L was a little more difficult for me than the recent DJI Power2000 I recently reviewed. I could not connect to the 2100L via Bluetooth the first time and was forced to turn on and off Bluetooth discovery on my phone and the app several times before it worked. But once connected, I found the app to be speedy, informative, and loved that I was able to remotely connect to the 2100L from wherever, as long as the 2100L was connected to a Wi-Fi network. Here is how my Dabbsson 2000L review unit performed for my tests: I always like to evaluate power stations for the way I would use them. I do not use power stations for construction equipment like some reviewers do, and I am not a huge 'off-the-grid' person. If the power goes out, I want the ability to charge my phone, laptop, a heater and a freezer or fridge. And if I am camping, then I'm likely using it for devices like a camp heater, LED lights, to charge flashlights or power a small electric cooktop and maybe charge my electric bikes. Dabbsson did not send me a solar panel to test it with either, but reviews on YouTube and the web from people that did test it with their solar panels report that charging with MPPT support is great and that the 2100L supports up to 800 W of solar input. Below are some examples of how you might want to use the 2100L and how my review unit performed for me: I averaged 40w output on the Dabbsson 2000L connected to my Danby freezer and it was able to last 22.3 hours to full discharge Using my Heat Strom HS-1500-TT infrared patio heater (1500W) I was able to run it for a hour 19 minutes before the 2000L Power station was totally drained. Full disclosure that this heat lamp is not energy efficient, but I do like to use it while camping, and would use it in place of a space heater at home if the power went out It took approximately 2.96 hours to fully charge the 2000L using a regular AC outlet I could charge a regular MacBook air 13' more than 20 times I was able to charge my portable fridge for 2.3 days before the Dabbsson 2000L ran out of energy. What is the warranty of the Dabbsson 2100L and how does it compare to competitors? Brand Warranty Period Details Dabbsson 3-year standard warranty; 2-year extension available with registration (5 years total) Renogy 1-year material and workmanship warranty BLUETTI 24 to 72 months for portable power stations Anker 5-year warranty for LiFePO4 battery models, 1.5-year for NMC battery models Jackery 3-year warranty + 2-year extended warranty on some models EcoFlow 24 months standard; extended warranty available with registration ALLPOWERS 24 months standard; extended warranty available with registration EGO Power 3-year limited battery warranty ALLWEI 5-year warranty ATGepower 3-year warranty Should you buy it? Yes, you should buy the Dabbsson 2000L. I checked pricing before publishing this review and saw that you could find the Dabbsson 2000L for around $600 dollars on discount. To put things into perspective, the DJI Power 2000I reviewed is currently selling for over $1000 and both the EcoFlow Delta 2 Max and Bluetti Elite 200 V2 can be found for around $1000. That puts the Dabbsson 2000L in the product category where it doesn't need to be amazing because the price is too good. The Dabbsson 2000L has the best price to performance ratio on the market. Sure, it is louder than other power stations on the market and doesn't have as many ports as the DJI Power 2000 for example, but it's a true workhorse that proved to be very dependable for me. And if you needed more power or ports, you could always buy two of the 2000L's for close to the price of one of the competitors.
Forbes
19-05-2025
- Forbes
GenAI Content Is Everywhere. That's Why Thought Leaders Must Go Deeper
Archaeologist working in field, carefully revealing ancient skull As thought leaders or emerging thought leaders, writing with AI is not just about using AI better. It's about making sure that our ideas still matter — and that they are ours. Generative AI makes it easier than ever to produce clean, competent text. In seconds, it can generate blog posts, social media captions, newsletters, and more. What once took hours can now be done in minutes. And yet, as I reminded participants, it takes more than expertise to resonate with an audience. Decent writing may fill space, but thought-leadership writing should fill minds. This distinction is more urgent than ever as AI makes surface-level content alarmingly easy to produce. One of the dangers of AI is that it encourages what I call 'headline thinking.' This happens when we let algorithms stitch together the most common phrases and concepts from the internet, leaving us with ideas that sound good but say little. For emerging thought leaders — people who aim to introduce, spread, and champion important ideas in service to their audience — this is a serious risk. If your thinking stays safe, generic, and frictionless, your writing may be indistinguishable from what AI produces. Worse, it may be indistinguishable from what hundreds or thousands of other professionals are already saying. That's why I challenged the Accelerator participants to go deeper. At this point in the session, I introduced a deceptively simple exercise: freewriting. For five minutes, I asked everyone to silence their inner critics, shut down their devices (except for the document they were writing in), and just… write. The prompt, which I clarified was only for humans, was this:'Write about why it is so important for you or your organization to show thought leadership. What's at stake? Why now? Why you?' As the timer began, the (virtual) room went quiet. No AI prompts. No structured outlines. No instant drafting tools. Just minds meeting blank pages. At first, the exercise seemed awkward to some. 'I felt like I had nothing new to say,' one participant shared later. Another confessed, 'Without AI, I realized how much I rely on having a structure handed to me.' But that was exactly the point. After our freewriting, something shifted. As we discussed what emerged, participants shared surprising discoveries. 'I ended up writing about something I never talk about publicly — my frustration with how slow change happens in my industry,' one said. Another found herself zeroing in on a niche, overlooked challenge her clients face — something she had never considered turning into content. This is what happens when we give ourselves space to think and write without shortcuts. Ideas that are deeper and more personal begin to surface. The easy clichés and conventional wisdom fall away. What's left is real. AI can be tremendously useful once you've done the heavy lifting of idea generation and clarity. It can help: But what it can't do — and what thought leaders must guard fiercely — is determine the what and why of your ideas. Only you know which hills you want to plant your flag on. Only you have lived your particular professional journey and can distinguish your thinking from that of rivals with more resources. Only you can bring the nuance, vulnerability, and conviction that makes writing memorable. One of the Accelerator participants put it like this: "AI can help me say something faster. But only I can figure out what I really want to say." If you want your thought leadership to rise above the AI-generated flood, try these strategies: AI is not the enemy of thought leadership. Used well, it can be a helpful collaborator, freeing us from rote tasks and enabling us to focus on the work that matters most. To be seen and heard as serious thinkers, AI must remain in the passenger seat — not the driver's seat. As I reminded the Accelerator participants, depth wins. In an age of infinite words, people are hungry for ideas that make them pause, reflect, and perhaps even change course. So go deeper. Give yourself permission to write badly in service of writing bravely. Freewriting is the way I began the actual writing of my book, Write Like a Thought Leader. I had outlined and researched and lined up my concept, but I hadn't actually started writing the manuscript. So I found a friend for a spontaneous round of freewriting via Zoom. You can do the same. Find what only you can say, and say it with clarity and conviction. AI can generate words. Only you can generate wisdom. That's why thought leaders must go deeper — they must have the ability to access their wisdom, bring it forth and articulate their gems of ideas that had been hiding beneath the surface.
