See Also:• Best Stephen Colbert Quotes Ever• Best Bill Maher Quotes Ever• Latest Late-Night Jokes"Why is it that if you take advantage of a tax break and you’re a corporation, you’re a smart businessman, but if you take advantage of something you need to not be hungry, you’re a moocher?" –Jon Stewart “I visit Fox News every now and again, and it’s nice, because the Eye of Mordor is above the building....
Privacy is an issue on Facebook, in general, but it’s even more of an issue when you’re job searching. If you’re not careful, everything you post on Facebook can be seen by your current employer or a prospective employer. Inopportune comments and inappropriate photos have cost job seekers offers and have caused employees to be fired. Given the fact that just about everyone does use Facebook, it’s smart to take the time to make sure that what you post is seen only by who you want to see it, not by the world....
If you’re handy around the home and want to be your own boss, consider starting a home improvement business. Get the scoop on what the future holds along with the pros, cons, and startup needs for seven home improvement business ideas. 01 of 07 Bathtub Reglazing Luxy Images / Getty Images Because a bathtub reglazing and refinishing costs between $250 and $600 as opposed to more than $1,000 for a new tub, refurbishing remains high on the to-do list of domestic beautification, especially in tough times when money is tight....
Employers have no legal obligation under federal law to enable their employees to vote in an election. Depending on their state or local jurisdiction’s requirements, however, employers may or may not have legal responsibilities to allow Election Day time off. Some state laws require employers to provide employees with paid time off (PTO) to vote, while other states do not. Laws also differ as to the amount of time off required and whether the employer can designate the hours available for employee voting such as at the start or end of the workday....
The 74D MOS is the Army classification for a Chemical, Biological, Radiological, and Nuclear Specialists (CBRN). These individuals are highly trained soldiers who can work in any environment. They are trained to handle all types of weapons threats as well as decontaminate hazardous material spills or accidents within our own (as an example) hospitals where radiation from (X-ray), or medicines or fuels (chemicals), as well as biological or nuclear releases. The Scientific Applications Specialists has similar duties in the Air Force....
A lease is a contract between a lessor, who own a property, and a lessee, who is paying to temporarily occupy or use that property. This contract creates an agreement that both parties must abide by. Learn how leases work and why you need one. What Is a Lease? A lease is a contract allowing a lessee to use the property of the lessor in exchange for specified payments and according to certain rules....
Measuring purchasing performance is important, as the purchasing department plays an increasingly important role in the supply chain during an economic downturn. A reduction in the cost of raw material and services can allow companies to competitively market the price of their finished goods in order to win business. An obvious performance measure of the success of any purchasing department is the amount of money saved by the company. However, there are a number of performance measurements that businesses can use when they measure purchasing performance....
You put a lot of time and energy into finding and hiring the right person. You need to put just as much effort into making sure they succeed. Onboarding is the way to do that. Onboarding is the process of integrating a new employee into the company and giving them the tools, information, and introductions they will need to succeed in their new job. The Onboarding Process The onboarding process begins even before you hire someone....
A tricing pendant is part of the rigging that allows lifeboats to be launched. The system to launch a lifeboat is complex and the tricing pendants play an essential role if the ship is heeling or laid over because of damage. The Mechanics of Launching a Lifeboat To launch a lifeboat the boats must first be freed from the cradle straps called Gripes. (Insert nautical gripe joke here.) Next small twin cranes called Davits are brought into the launch/recovery position....
About.com was present at the 2004 press roundtable for filmmaker Vincent Gallo’s controversial film, The Brown Bunny. Infamously, famed film critic Roger Ebert called the original version, which played at the 2003 Cannes Film Festival, “the worst film in the history of Cannes.” Gallo cut the film by 25 minutes, which was enough for Ebert to then give the re-edited version a positive review. The film stars Gallo and Chloe Sevigny, and features an unsimulated sex scene that drew outcry and was released unrated....
Whether you’re looking for some alone time to relax and unwind or you are dreaming of taking your family on a trip they’ll never forget, winning a vacation is a great way to make the world affordable. Yes, affordable, but not totally free. Vacation sweepstakes can change lives and broaden horizons. For example, reader Charl wrote in to share her experience with winning a free trip to Egypt: “I had never been out of North America, had never been on a plane that long,” she wrote....
Actor, director, screenwriter, and producer Buster Keaton (October 4, 1895-February 1, 1966) is one of the most celebrated screen comedians of the Hollywood silent era. In addition to his popular physical comedy that served as a precursor for modern stuntwork, Keaton’s famous deadpan expression gave him the nickname “The Great Stone Face.” Fast Facts: Buster Keaton Full Name: Joseph Frank KeatonOccupation: Actor, director, producer, and screenwriterBorn: October 4, 1895 in Piqua, KansasDied: February 1, 1966 in Los Angeles, CaliforniaSpouse(s): Natalie Talmadge (1921-1932), Mae Scriven (1933-1936), Eleanor Norris (1940-1966)Key Roles: One Week (1920), Our Hospitality (1923), Sherlock Jr....
A disaster recovery plan is a document that details how your business will recover from a catastrophic event. When you’re sure that all of your employees are safe and sound after a disaster strikes, implementing your disaster recovery plan should be your first order of business. A timely and well-planned recovery can make the difference between bankruptcy and the survival of your business. There are many different types of catastrophic events....
Dewatering and construction dewatering are terms used to describe the action of removing groundwater or surface water from a construction site. Normally the dewatering process is done by pumping or evaporation. It is usually done before excavation for footings and will help to lower the water table that might cause problems during excavations. Dewatering can also refer to the process of removing water from the soil by wet classification. Wet classification is a construction process that looks at the size of particles that make up the underlying soil in a project site and the flow of fluids through those particles....
When an independent broker first strikes out on their own, it’s important for them to determine whether it’s worth the time and money to establish themselves in an office. If you’re in a position to start your own real estate business, consider the tips below before you commit to a brick-and-mortar office space. Anticipate Your Client Mix The most important factor when considering a physical office is whether or not you’re planning on working mostly with buyers or if you’re hoping to work with sellers....
Is there a maximum score that golfers should take for any given hole during a round of golf? Yes—if the golfer has a USGA handicap index, and if the golfer is playing a round that he or she will turn in for handicap purposes. The system and those maximum scores are called “Equitable Stroke Control,” often abbreviated to ESC. ESC Score Limits: The Equitable Stroke Control Chart Here is the chart that shows Equitable Stroke Control scoring limits, which are based on one’s course handicap:...
Many American companies lose more business in the movement of products overseas than in any other phase of the export process. Why? They do not think about protecting and containing their goods from the assembly line to the user. Here are seven guidelines to consider that will help you minimize risks. Pack Goods in Strong, Lightweight Containers Your cargo might be handled by mechanical equipment (lifts, cranes or conveyors) or humans throughout the distribution network....
The key to selling radio ads is to convince your clients that they need them. The best way to do that is to show them the bottom line. The Price Is Right With Radio Ads Inexpensive or free production costs can seal the deal with a client. At many stations, the person who sells the spot writes the script. Most ads need only a solid radio personality to act as the announcer....
Do you enjoy cooking for others? Are you the go-to person to cook for family events and holidays? You can turn that passion into profits by starting a home-based catering business. Overview of a Catering Service Business While there is no surefire recipe for a successful home catering service business, a dash of culinary skills, determination, and grace under fire can go a long way. Catering businesses can be run from home full or part-time, and earn between $30,000 and $80,000 a year, according to Shmoop....
Technology is a rapidly developing sector of the economy. As such, colleges are continually updating their technical programs. Ranked lists, such as those produced annually by sites like U.S. News and World Report, help sort through the mass number of universities, lab facilities, student organizations, and faculty to choose from. Here are the best colleges, based on U.S. News and World Report’s methodology. The information is current as of October 2019....
