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The saying goes, “It’s not what you know, but who you know”—and when it comes to getting hired, it’s true. Get an employee referral, and you may have an easier time catching the hiring manager’s attention. Many companies reward their employees for referring job candidates. The fact is that hiring via referral is cheaper, faster, and more effective than hiring through job sites or recruiting. Candidates who come recommended are often better qualified, more loyal, and a better fit for the team....

Erma Bombeck worked as a journalist in Dayton, Ohio, right out of high school, interrupting her career for college. After marriage, she left the workforce when her first child was born. Erma Bombeck began a weekly humor column 11 years later, focusing on the life of a suburban family. It was soon published twice weekly and later, three times per week. By 1968, her column was syndicated in 200 newspapers and by the late 1970s, it was in over 800 papers....

An esthetician is a wellness professional who specializes in cosmetic skincare. Learn about what an esthetician does. What Is an Esthetician? Estheticians evaluate the condition of a client’s skin, determine which treatments will best enhance that person’s appearance, and administer those treatments to the client. They may give clients facials, remove unwanted hair, do microdermabrasion, apply chemical peels, sell skincare products, and more. They are also trained to recognize conditions that require treatment by a dermatologist, a physician who specializes in skin....

Are you interested in a career as a tax professional, or possibly a tax office support job or corporate position? H&R Block is a leading tax services provider and financial services company, operating more than 10,000 offices worldwide and serving 8.9 million customers through its self-service app. H&R Block consistently wins awards as a top employer for women, new grads, and diversity, and offers opportunities for tax professionals, associates, and other support staff....

Podcasting is a fun and affordable way to promote your business, connect with influencers, and tout your expertise. Or you can start a podcast as a home business. The challenge for many who are interested in starting a profitable podcast is that technical know-how and logistics can seem overwhelming. While there is a lot to plan and do to start a podcast, it’s not difficult if you take it step-by-step....

Most breeds of horses racing in North America are required to have a lip tattoo for identification purposes prior to their first race. This tattoo is inside the upper lip and is linked to the registration papers to identify the horse and owner. The identifying lip tattoo service began in 1947 by the Thoroughbred Racing Protective Bureau, and it was so effective that most states now require a tattoo on all racehorses....

The Overseas Housing Allowance is a reimbursement program for U.S. military officers stationed overseas. Officers who do not have on-base housing available can apply to have a portion of their housing costs defrayed. Active duty members who are stationed overseas outside the U.S. and are authorized to live off base earn this special housing allowance since they do not receive a Basic Allowance for Housing (BAH) while stationed overseas. Learn more about how this reimbursement program works and how it differs from the BAH....

Ever since 2014, the total number of mobile device users in the world surpassed the total number of desktop computers, according to data tracked by ComScore. And as of 2015 80% of global consumers who access the Internet using their smartphone vs. 91% who access it a computer is almost identical, according to research by Mary Meeker. Since the number of people who are accessing the Internet via their mobile phone is growing and the number of people who are accessing the Internet via computer is shrinking, retail stores and restaurant chains that want to capture and keep the attention of U....

Not everyone is a morning person. Even if you do consider yourself a morning person, there are certainly days when you’d rather stay in bed when you really need to get going. If you’re a night owl, it can be even harder to get your day started. It’s not feasible for everyone, of course, but there are jobs that offer a perfect schedule for night owls who simply can’t do days....

Many restaurant chains in the U.S. are traded publicly either on the Nasdaq Stock Market or the New York Stock Exchange. This includes full-service restaurants, fast-food restaurants, or their parent companies. Fast food restaurants hold the largest share of the market with nearly 300,000 locations in the U.S. and a market size of about $293 billion. Among full-service restaurants, independent or family-operated locations have more of the market than the chains....

The title of “supervisor” is typically applied to a first-line or lower-level managerial role, often in industrial or administrative settings. Supervisors are responsible for the day-to-day performance of a small group, either a team, a department, or a shift. Supervisors typically have experience in the group’s purpose or goal and have earned the position based on management’s belief that they’re capable of guiding the team. The designation of a supervisor is less common in the 21st century than in prior years when observing co-workers closely was deemed a necessary management tactic, but the designation and the role still exist in a variety of vocations....

Most Popular: Hasbro Family Fun Pack The Hasbro Family Fun Pack is four games in one: Monopoly, Scrabble, Risk and Trivial Pursuit all in virtual form without the need for setup and cleanup. With up to four players, families can get together and pick one of the four classic titles that all come to life in a 1080p high definition display. The family game night is alive, and the Hasbro Family Fun Pack makes it easy for anyone to pick up a PS4 controller and jump right into the action....

The record for the lowest 18-hole score in an official PGA Tour round is 58, and in the long history of the tour there have been 11 rounds with scores below 60. Here’s a look at the record-low score of 58, and, in addition, all the golfers who’ve shot 59 on the PGA Tour. The Lowest Round in PGA Tour History The best score for one round of golf in a PGA Tour tournament is 58....

If you’ve ever typed the word “coupon” into an app store’s search field, you know how easy it is to get lost in the dozens of programs that allow you to put your bargain-hunting skills to good use. Although every shopper may have a different favorite among mobile savings apps, the following options are highly recommended. If you’ve ever typed the word “coupon” into an app store’s search field, you know how easy it is to get lost in the dozens of programs that allow you to put your bargain-hunting skills to good use....

There are some wacky businesses out there—and, believe it or not, many of them are profitable. Some of these unique business ideas make you shake your head in disbelief, while others make you mutter, “Hey! Why didn’t I think of that?” The business ideas in this collection range from dealing with head lice to doing strange things with roadkill, but they all have one thing in common: They’re all real businesses that make money....

Working as a police officer can be satisfying, rewarding, saddening, lonely, and fulfilling—all during the same shift. The job pays pretty well and the benefits are typically very good, but each day can present—and probably will present—a new challenge. Time to Make the Doughnuts… The alarm wakes you from a long sleep or a nap, depending on what shift you’re working. You grab a quick shower and give yourself a thorough shave so your sergeant doesn’t ding you on your inspection....

Not everyone on your radar is a prospect for your product or service. If you’re pitching to people who truly don’t need (or can’t afford) to buy what you have to sell, then you’re wasting your time. To minimize this problem and become more effective (and productive), take the time to qualify your leads before launching into your sales presentation. The following steps will help you turn prospects into purchasers....

The difference between Absence Without Leave (AWOL) and Desertion is typically the 30 Day Rule. Once a person who is absent from military duties extends above 30 days, he/she is administratively placed in deserter status. Missing a movement or deployment – especially into battle zones – the offenses get much more serious with respect to punishment. The length, circumstances, and events missed while absent will also determine a minor judgment by your commanding officer or a full UCMJ court-martial possibly ending in jail time....

Founded: 2006 Official Web Sites: http://www.yenpress.com Yen Plus Magazine Yen Press iPad App Address: Yen PressHachette Book Group USA237 Park AvenueNew York, NY 10017 About This Publisher: Yen Press was founded in 2006 by Hachette Book Group (HBG), a publishing company owned by Hachette Livre, France’s largest publishing company, and the second largest publisher in the word. The Hachette Book Group also includes Little, Brown and Company and Orbit Books....

Organizations have used teams for years with some more successful than others. In a quest to determine why so many teams failed to achieve their goals, team development became a hot topic. The differences between successful and unsuccessful teams were studied, and organizations gradually learned to manage teams more effectively through all the stages of development and contribution. Successful Team Development Traditionally, a team goes through five stages of development, with each stage presenting its own challenges....