The job market is increasingly fierce. Employers now have the pick of the best employees, and standing out can be a very real challenge. With competition so high, employers have been able to demand more from those that apply for positions, and you need to have more than the bare minimum in terms of professional qualifications. However, knowing what skills to develop so that you are more attractive to employers means having more awareness about the demands of the modern workplace. Stay Current No matter what professional qualifications you have or don’t have, you need to stay up to date…
Author: Tina Roth
Going green is one of the most popular trends in today’s businesses. Whether it is in the field of construction, manufacturing, hospitality, or retail, among other industries, being eco-friendly is one of the most common goals. Keep on reading and we’ll share some tips on how to build a business that is good for the environment. #1 Implement a Dust Management Plan Dust suppression is one of the most important in managing air pollution. Look for innovative methods to stop dust right at the source. Choose equipment that uses atomized mists to deal with airborne dust. Your dust management plan…
Being an international student in the USA or Canada is an incredibly exciting adventure, but it can also be a confusing time – especially when it comes to money. If you’re scratching your head a little over your finances, read on to find out how to keep on top of your money while you’re studying abroad, so you can focus more on studying and less on worrying. Remember Your Student Loans One of the biggest costs you’ll be facing as an international student is, of course, your student fees – not only your tuition fees, but your living costs, bills…
Debt is one tough son of a gun. According to Northwestern Mutual’s 2018 Planning & Progress Study, the average American is saddled with $38,000 in personal debt. And that doesn’t even account for home mortgages! Perhaps more alarming, the study finds debt is rising (up $1,000 per person from 2017) and the population carrying “no debt” is shrinking (from 27 percent, down to 23 percent). Of course, debt doesn’t just happen. It’s always tied to something. Below are a few possible reasons you’re still struggling with debt, and a few suggestions for how to overcome those circumstances. Overspending The first…
While doing more work doesn’t always mean earning more revenue, there’s a direct correlation between the amount of effort you put into a business and the amount of financial success it will bring you. In the fast-paced and high-volume manufacturing sector, it’s imperative to operate in a manner that’s conducive to sustaining maximum output and productivity within your factories and offices. While most larger manufacturers have already refined their processes, boosting productivity and cutting out workflow deficiencies is one of the most essential challenges for small manufacturers to confront. With that said, here are 3 productivity tips that every small…
When most entrepreneurs decide to start a small business, their main thought is concerned with the products or services that they’re hoping to bring to the market. While it is important to focus on the positives of a business, having a one-track mind can result in a lot of the underwhelming practicalities of running a business going overlooked for a time. As a small business owner, there are a number of responsibilities that you will have to juggle, especially if you work alone or are solely in charge of a small team. However, there are some things you can do…
This five-day festival of lights is about celebrating new beginnings and that could be appropriate when talking about the important subject of life insurance. Naturally, you will want to enjoy the festival and everything that Diwali is all about but it might also be an opportune moment to think about protecting your loved ones with some Life Insurance so that they are taken care of if you are not around for them. Shopping might be a fundamental part of the festivities, but you might also want to consider putting your financial priorities at the top of your list. For example,…
Insurance Needs in Light of Millennial Perspectives Millennials are the largest population within the U.S., and they are currently calling the shots when it comes to employment change and delivery of services or products. The millennials are the individuals born somewhere between the years 1977 and 2004. There is some debate about the exact birth years of the generation, but the most common acknowledgment is that this group was born in the last two decades of the 20th century. The original use of the term millennials was associated with an attitude of anticipation for the dawning of a new millennium,…
If you make a living in trade and finance, it’s hard to miss how much opportunity there is when you move into global marketplaces. There’s a lot you can do, even if you spend most of your time in one place, but you need to have an investment strategy that covers all your traditional bases, including risk management and due diligence. South American opportunities has been expanding lately due to a number of factors, including the large-scale commitments on the part of the Colombian government to infrastructure projects designed to support the country’s economic development. This has, in turn, increased…
As a consumer, it’s easy to assume that mobile apps are only something large corporations need to have. But as a small business owner, you should know that an app is an essential and valuable marketing tool for companies of all sizes. Sure, developing one requires a larger investment than, say, making a Facebook page or sending out a newsletter. But this is one case where you get what you pay for. Mobile apps offer a unique type of value that no other marketing method can provide. They do so through a number of benefits that will help you learn…