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Sheep farmers are responsible for the daily care of sheep that are raised for their meat, milk, wool, or skin. Sheep farms can vary widely in size and specialty. Duties The duties of a sheep farmer may include feeding, shearing wool, giving medication orally or via injection, maintaining farm buildings and fences, monitoring the flock for any signs of illness or disease, assisting with difficult births, and managing waste. They also may be responsible for breeding sheep, marketing their animals to meat or wool distributors, transporting animals to the sales or show ring, harvesting hay or other forages, and maintaining farm equipment....

When was the last time you even looked at your car headliner? It’s possible you’ve noted its existence, but have never really examined it, much less cleaned it. Some headliners go years before they’re cleaned, if at all, but then the damage is already done. Cleaning your headliner should be part of your annual or semi-annual car detailing, and when you learn how to clean a car headliner, you’ll see it’s not particularly difficult....

Social workers are employed in a variety of settings, ranging from schools to hospitals. They help people cope with a number of issues such as substance abuse, finance, and personal relationships. Some social workers (known as clinical social workers) may also diagnose and treat people with mental, behavioral, and/or emotional issues. Social Work Career Options There are also a variety of other occupations available for those who have an interest in social work....

For anyone who has a love for all things culinary, a personal chef home business could be very rewarding and potentially lucrative. Personal chefs prepare meals for busy families, small home parties, corporate lunches, and for special events, such as birthdays or anniversaries. Anyplace there is a kitchen; a personal chef can come and prepare meals. If you’ve considered starting a catering business, a personal chef business is a great way to test the waters or to use your culinary skills without the hassle of starting a catering business, in which the cooking is usually done on a larger scale....

Brick masonry of various types has been used in building construction for thousands of years, and it remains one of the versatile and durable of all building materials. These article links provide information on different types of bricks, mortar products, and installation techniques used by masons, construction pros, and DIY homeowners. 01 of 08 5 Types of Materials Used for Bricks Somchai um-im/Getty Images Several different materials are used in masonry bricks—some classic materials that date back centuries, and others that are newer innovations....

On December 20, 1946 a post-war, sentimental Christmas film was first shown to a charity gathering. The main character in Frank Capra’s movie It’s a Wonderful Life wants to travel and “see the world” when he’s young — Italy, Greece, the Parthenon, the Colosseum — all traditional places to study architecture. Then he wants to build things — “skyscrapers a hundred stories high” and “bridges a mile long.” George Bailey has the mind of an architect....

Mass Communication Specialist (MC) are Public Affairs and Visual Information experts. They present the Navy story to audiences in the Navy and the rest of the world through a variety of media. MCs write and produce print and broadcast journalism news and feature stories for military and civilian newspapers, magazines, television and radio broadcast stations. They record still and video photography of military operations, exercises, and other Navy events. They serve overseas, on ships, and at stateside commands as photographers, public affairs specialists, newspaper and magazine staff, and TV and radio station staff and talent....

A niche market is a focused, targetable portion of a broader market in which specialized products or services can be sold. Establishing a niche market helps businesses gain competitive advantages. Learn more about niche markets and how to find one for your business. What Is a Niche Market? A niche market is a segment of a larger market that has its own demands and preferences. Companies focus on niche markets to better cater to a specific consumer than competitors who target a broad audience....

One of the most common ways to categorize cigars is by their shape and size. Although this sounds simple, it can be very confusing. For many years, the cigar industry has been using terms such as Corona and Panatela that correspond to the approximate length and width of the cigar, not the manufacturer or brand. Although most manufacturers use commonly accepted size names to describe their cigars, the actual size of a cigar with a particular name can vary among manufacturers....

One of the biggest investments in opening a new restaurant is the kitchen. A commercial kitchen needs industrial-grade equipment that will withstand a busy restaurant schedule. The design and layout of a restaurant kitchen should allow food to flow seamlessly from the prep area to the line. Sometimes a new restaurant has a fabulous location, but a small kitchen space, and you have to adapt your plans accordingly. Understand the Role of a Restaurant Kitchen...

Arab Americans have long left an imprint on Hollywood. Not only have Arab American performers topped the music charts, they’re also included among the most accomplished actors in film history. Both Omar Sharif and Salma Hayek have been recognized for their work in film with Golden Globe nominations. In addition, a number of Arab American actors have made their mark in television, such as Marlo Thomas, Wendie Malick, and Tony Shalhoub....

Google AdSense is an advertising program that allows you to run ads on your website, blog, or YouTube videos and get paid when visitors click on them. The ads are generated from businesses that use Google’s AdWords program that you feed using a special AdSense code onto your blog or website. For new websites or blogs, the Google AdSense program can be one of the fastest ways to generate income, which is why it’s so popular....

Direct mail is a type of direct marketing in which businesses send letters, postcards, or other promotional materials to past, current or potential customers, or clients. Direct mail campaigns may be targeted to either a consumer or business or both. In many cases, the mailing is directed to a target demographic (i.e. homeowners) or geographic market (i.e. a specific neighborhood). In most cases, it’s mass or bulk mailing, but you can send direct mail in smaller quantities as well....

The internet slang term “pwned” is used both online and offline as a gloating expression of dominance, control, or victory. If you’ve been pwned, you’ve been defeated by an opponent, often in a humiliating fashion. Being pwned carries connotations of great failure on the loser’s part. Being pwned may also indicate that you’re a victim of a data breach. A website called haveibeenpwned.com will help you determine if one of your accounts has been compromised....

A “hole-in-one contest” can be either an add-on to a golf tournament, or a stand-alone event. The object of a hole-in-contest for the golfers participating is to, yes, make an ace. Typically a participating golfer might get several attempts to score that hole in one, and any golfer doing so wins a prize. Usually a big prize. And the object of a hole-in-one contest for its organizers? Typically, fund-raising. Hole-in-one contests are usually used as fund-raisers for charitable causes, and can generate outsized publicity because the prizes offered at hole-in-one contests are sometimes very large....

When everyone is working together in the office, you have many easy and fun ways to build teams—have a team lunch, take an afternoon off to go bowling as a group, or celebrate the completion of a big project with a nice dinner out. However, when every employee is working remotely, holding team-building activities can be a lot more complicated. Despite the challenges, though, remote team-building isn’t impossible, and implementing activities to support it will help your employees manage their telecommuting more effectively....

Like their civilian counterparts, fire protection specialists in the Air Force are charged with protecting people, property and the environment from fires and disasters. Not only do they conduct fire prevention techniques, but these airmen are also firefighters in every sense of the word, performing rescues and handling hazardous materials. This job is categorized as Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) 3E7X1. Duties of Air Force Fire Protection Specialists In addition to directing and planning fire protection activities, these airmen analyze fire protection operations for trends and potential problems and devise corrective measures if any issues are discovered....

When people hear visual merchandising, they typically get nervous and uneasy. They know it’s an important retail term, but not sure exactly what it is or how to do it well. It can create uncertainty about where to start. If you’re artistically challenged and financially deprived, creating visual displays can be especially difficult. But here are the five most important elements of visual merchandising. They are easy to implement and won’t break the bank, and, most importantly, they will increase your sales....

For musicians, playing live music for the first time is a life-changing experience. It’s exciting and terrifying all at the same time. Being comfortable on stage can make or break a musician since some people with musical ambitions would instead give up than face an audience. There’s not much you can do about nerves before your first show; you’re likely to discover that there’s not much you can do about nerves even when you become a seasoned live performer....

Many sweepstakes notify winners by email. After all, email is more convenient than a telephone call and costs less than using the postal service or a delivery service like UPS. However, email win notifications are easy to overlook. It’s easy to throw away a legitimate win notification because it looks like junk. Tip Don’t forget, you can take steps to reduce the spam you’re getting in your sweepstakes email account....