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You’ve likely heard a slew of misconceptions pertaining to graphic design as an occupation. It’s safe to assume that most of what you’ve heard isn’t true so, we’ve compiled the five most common graphic design misconceptions. Go ahead and forget everything that you think you know. Graphic Design is...
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Your cover letter is your first and often only chance to impress a prospective employer. Employers see cover letters before resumes, and if your cover letter isn’t a page-turner, your resume may never have a chance to impress. Fortunately, there is an easy way you can write a killer...
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As with every other repair-based profession, there are some things plumbers cannot do without. Here are ten of the tools that every plumber should have. Plunger The common cup plunger is a tool that every plumber should have. It should be a staple in any home as well, as...
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Whether this is your first time going out on Black Friday, or you’ve been doing this for years, there are always ways to improve your shopping strategies. Planning is usually the biggest factor in having a fun and successful Black Friday, so be sure to work out your day...
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Payroll can be a time-consuming hassle for every business, but it can be an even bigger strain on small businesses. Luckily, payroll can easily be outsourced to a payroll service. Here are six benefits of utilizing a payroll service. 1. Reduced Costs Hiring a payroll service eliminates the need...
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According to Bloomberg in 2012 Americans spent about $40 billion on lawn care (fertilizer, exterminators, etc.) not counting their own labor. Since the EPA estimates that about 84 million households have access to a private lawn that’s about $500 per household per year. While you may not have thought...
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Today, technology enables us to communicate with people from all around the world. You do not need to travel across countries in order to hold a meeting with your business associates or clients. Travelling takes up a considerable amount of your precious time which can be spent on other...
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There are always going to be retailers that try to trick customers into buying products they don’t need, but there are still quite a few items you should keep on your shopping list this Black Friday. Expensive televisions and computers are some of the best items to buy at...
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Technology makes our lives easier, so it would make sense that payroll software can also make things easier for business. However, there are always disadvantages to anything. Before you switch, here are some pros and cons you need to consider before purchasing payroll software. Pros of Payroll Software Save...
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The recent increase in bed bug invasions has caused quite a stir. Not only are these crawling insects getting into people’s homes and businesses, they are also becoming quite the nuisance for hotel operators and hospital administrators. Bed bugs do not carry disease, but they are certainly considered a...
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Interactive is the buzzword in today’s high-tech business world. With the internet and the resulting wealth of information at their fingertips, modern consumers expect to be able to have their questions answered at nearly all hours of the day or night. That means your business plan must include the...
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Shopping on Black Friday is always a gamble. You could score some great deals and have a blast doing it, or you could become caught up in the shopping madness and possibly become injured. At some stores, there are consistently mobs of overzealous consumers, so you may want to...
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Cloud-based payroll service OnPay has greatly improved since the last few years, but it unbelievably gets the same rating year after year. Why is this so? Apparently, there has been a lot of competition. Starting with Gusto being their stiffest competition. In spite of all the challenges, OnPay is...
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Graphic design is a growing career path. The top graphic designers receive substantial salaries considering they often freelance, work from their own homes, and choose their own hours. However, this business style can be difficult to build up to. In addition to freelancing, graphic designers can work for a...
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Are you a new small business owner? You probably have a lot to take care of, and you aren’t looking forward to sorting out your financial issues. However, you’re going to need to take care of two things as soon as possible: your merchant account and your business bank...
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Black Friday is widely regarded as one of the best shopping days of the year and is constantly growing in popularity. However, you should be careful when searching for the best deals. If you don’t do your research and attentively plan your route, you may not be able to...
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Wagepoint is a fast, smart and simplified online payroll service for small business application that enables employers and payroll managers in any organization to manage the salaries and wages of their employees and other stakeholders such as suppliers. This computer software is very ideal for small businesses mainly in...
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Estheticians (also known as aestheticians) are integral parts of spas, salons, and similar places that provide specialized beauty care. Laser hair removal, facials, waxes, chemical peels, among other cosmetic services, are performed by estheticians. Estheticians are not to be confused with cosmetologists, however, who work more in hair cutting,...
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The amount of chemicals in the most popular lawn fertilizers, herbicides and pesticides can severely damage the environment and cause algae blooms in ponds and lakes. It is actually easy to avoid using chemicals when caring for a lawn. Several tips will help you to have a healthy lawn...
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While there are several factors that contribute to the creation of an excellent resume, contemporary formatting rules can be particularly important to show that candidates are up-to-date on current business practices. Many employers could interpret the submission of an outdated resume as a sign that the job candidate does...
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In the new era of internet shopping, you no longer have to brave the crowds and cold weather on Black Friday to score great deals on high-ticket items. Now, if you are willing to wait a few more days, you can complete all of your discount Christmas shopping without...
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As an entrepreneur, it can be difficult to compete with big businesses. You don’t have the same resources or budget at your disposal, therefore, marketing can be hard. However, email marketing can drastically level the playing field. Email marketing is more than just sending random emails, it’s a powerful...
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Estheticians and cosmetologists are both types of beauty workers. Both tend to work in salons or day spas, and both must gain a client base in order to be successful. The beauty field currently makes quite a bit of money because people are more and more willing to shell...
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The majority of hiring managers spend less than one minute reviewing resumes. It has become more important than ever to create a well-organized and well-crafted resume to hold the attention of any reviewer, especially during a tough job market. By recognizing the top mistakes made when writing a resume,...
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This year, go beyond Black Friday and take advantage of the best Cyber Monday deals this huge online shopping day has to offer. While Black Friday is widely regarded as the biggest shopping day of the year, it may not be the best shopping day of the year, particularly...
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Getting your small business to adopt credit card processing and accept credit cards is a process that is not difficult to navigate, but the service is not free. Some fees and charges will be deducted from your transactions resulting in you receiving less than the full amount of the...
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The human resources department of any organization or company is dedicated to the recruitment and management of employee, as well as providing direction in the workplace environment. To break into the HR field, a college degree is becoming more of a necessity. Though a degree may not be required,...
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Every successful business owner understands that customer satisfaction is the key to profitability. Unluckily, reports show that businesses are struggling to offer sufficient customer service regularly. According to Forbes Magazine, more than 70% of consumers in the United States ended a business relationship since they were turned off by...
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Starting a business is not a simple task; you put a lot at stake, including the entire investment amount. And you often require a lot more money to expand your business, and at times like these, it may be a sound idea to make use of a business credit...
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In the modern world, the internet has become a basic requirement for all businesses including small and medium enterprises commonly known as SMEs. Consequently, a lot of internet service providers have started to specialize in catering to such businesses. However, not every company that offers such a service is...
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Human resources members are advocates for employees and management. A respectable HR professional achieves balance in an organization to meet the personnel’s needs effectively. HR management virtually means employee management, putting emphasis on the employees as assets of a business. Within a business, the employees are often referred to as...
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The small business owner today needs an internet service provider that provides fast and efficient service at a reasonable rate. The idea that lack of speed will slow down your business process is a major factor when considering the right internet provider. Since most small businesses rely on their...
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When Alexander Graham Bell received his famous patent in 1876, he couldn’t have known how big the telephone would become. The first phones were, after all, directly connected with one another. Thanks to mobility, we’re no longer tied to a landline to talk with someone across the street – or...