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Smart casual is a bit less dressy than traditional business casual and a bit more comfortable and practical. If you have an interview at a company where the dress code is casual, nix the business attire. Although the dress code at some companies can be more casual than other offices, in an interview it’s especially important to look professional and polished. Your goal is to make a good impression, so that means taking care to choose the right outfit, even in a casual workplace setting....

A tagline is a short, memorable phrase used in marketing campaigns to convey the value of a brand or its products. Before you coin one for your business, learn about their purpose and see examples of successful taglines and how to create them. What Is a Tagline? A tagline is, by definition, a pithy descriptor used in marketing campaigns to communicate the unique value proposition of a brand or its products....

Military members who are required to jump out of aircraft as part of their duties are entitled to a special kind of hazardous duty pay, known as “Jump Pay,” or “Parachute Duty Pay.” Other military members who receive hazardous duty pay include those who handle explosives and their disposal, those who handle toxic fuels, those on experimental stress duty, and anyone who works on the flight deck. Any duty considered exceptionally dangerous or life-threatening may qualify for hazard pay....

Employees spend between one and three hours a day surfing the web on personal business at work, depending on the study reviewed. Since most studies depend on employee self-reported data, this productivity loss, combined with the concerns employers have for where their employees are surfing the web at work, causes more employers to decide to monitor employee use of the internet. Employees shop, do banking, visit sports sites, pay bills, chat on Facebook, tweet on Twitter, and more....

In golf, a “whiff” is when you swing at the golf ball and … miss. If you were trying to hit the ball but missed, you just whiffed it. When you whiff a golf shot, you just have to re-set yourself and try again. (But wait for the laughter to die down first.) Whiffs are also called “air shots.” Do You Have to Count a Whiff In Your Score? One of Golf’s Most Embarrassing Swings The whiff is one of the most embarrassing things that can happen to a golfer....

If you’ve accepted a remote role or are currently working remotely either full- or part-time, you may be wondering what to wear. Should you don the same clothes you used to wear in the office, shift completely to comfy outfits, or follow another fashion path? Here’s advice on how to decide what to wear when you work remotely, how to balance style and comfort, and tips for what to wear when you need to dress professionally for video meetings....

Arnold Palmer was one of the most successful and popular golfers in the sport’s history. He helped widen the appeal of golf beginning in the 1950s, then helped establish the Champions Tour in the early 1980s. Fast Facts: Arnold Palmer Occupation: Professional golferNicknames: The King, ArnieBorn: September 10, 1929 in Latrobe, PennsylvaniaDied: September 25, 2016 in Pittsburgh, PennsylvaniaKey Accomplishments: Won 62 PGA Tour tournaments, including four Masters, one U.S. Open and two British Opens....

If you’ve ever had a job before, you know that your gross pay is significantly more than your net pay, the number you deposit in your bank account. So, how can you figure out how much money you’ll take home when you get paid? What will you net after taxes and other deductions are taken out of your paycheck? Paycheck and Salary Calculators A paycheck calculator lets you know how much money will be in every check that you receive from your employer, and they are available online for free....

Ice breakers are a great way to open up a team and facilitate more effective working relationships. The “take a stand” ice breaker can be especially effective, as it pushes participants to express their views on provocative, sometimes controversial topics. Not only do your questions get your group thinking and taking a stand on issues, but you get your group physically moving. This physical movement warms up your participants more effectively than similar sedentary ice breakers....

Where you choose to locate your retail business will have a major impact on your public presence, walk-in traffic, the potential for future income, and other elements. Choosing a location that does not account for such factors may limit the business’s ability to succeed and grow. Before choosing a retail store location, define how you see your business now and in the future. What are the demographics of your core customers?...

Grace Kelly was a beautiful, classy stage actress who became an Oscar-winning movie star. In five years she starred in 11 motion pictures and, while at the top of her popularity, she left stardom to marry Prince Rainier III of Monaco in 1956. Dates: November 12, 1929 – September 14, 1982 Also Known As: Grace Patricia Kelly; Princess Grace of Monaco Growing Up On November 12, 1929, Grace Patricia Kelly was born the daughter of Margaret Katherine (née Majer) and John Brendan Kelly in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania....

Grand Theft Auto: Liberty City Stories is an action-adventure video game published by Rockstar Games in 2005. It’s the ninth game in the popular Grand Theft Auto franchise and a prequel to Grand Theft Auto III. If you want help conquering Liberty City’s mean streets, here’s a list of cheats and unlockables. This guide covers everything from the full health cheat to cheats that change the weather conditions and give characters giant heads....

It’s always a good idea to take the time to say thank you to everyone who has helped you job hunt. Whether it’s a formal letter or a quick email thank-you message, your appreciation will be welcomed by the recipient. Whether you’re writing a thank-you letter to an interviewer, to someone who wrote you a letter of recommendation, or to a connection who provided you with career guidance, there are a few guidelines you should follow when writing your letters or emails....

Consumers are no longer looking at billboards in the same way they did 20 or 30 years ago. While billboards may still be considered premium advertising space, many consumers are more tuned into their smartphones, radios, and other driving distractions. Drivers’ eyes are often distracted or down at a stop, making it hard to grab their attention. This means that outdoor advertising is getting increasingly competitive, even in the digital age....

Most eBay sellers use photos to sell goods, and many use video as a way to virally promote their stores and items. However, savvy sellers also combine these two, embedding both videos and images of their items in their auction listings. It’s not difficult to embed video in auction listings, and it’s totally free. Here’s when it may be a good idea to use video, along with images, to showcase your goods, along with some tips on using video to promote your items....

Corporate layoffs have become a mainstay of life in America. What gets less attention on the evening news is that layoffs create downsizing survivors or those who remain in your company after the downsizing. Are you a traditional manufacturing facility currently experiencing an industry sales slump? Perhaps you’re a governmental agency or university unable to fill positions as people leave. Downsizing takes many forms. Maybe your organization downsized, right-sized, eliminated redundancy, experienced layoffs, or cut staff....

Learning to read music properly is integral for any musician if they wanted to perform a piece accurately. A composer may use many musical notations in a composition that a musician is expected to comprehend. Thus, it is important to take the time to research what each musical notation means. A musical notation is a symbol that instructs how a note or melody should be played with regards to pitch, rhythm, tempo, note value and expression....

Veterans and active-duty military members that come into TGI Fridays this November can have a free complimentary meal in honor of Veterans Day! The meal is restricted to just one day, and to particular individuals only, so be sure to keep reading to learn more. Red Lobster, Denny’s, O’Charley’s, Applebee’s, Chili’s, Outback Steakhouse, Longhorn Steakhouse, BJ’s Restaurant, Texas Roadhouse, Red Robin, IHOP, Olive Garden, and Golden Corral are some examples of other restaurants that normally give out free food on Veterans Day....

Six Sigma is a business management strategy that was initially developed by Motorola in the 1980s and is used by many Fortune 500 companies today. It is primarily used to identify and rectify errors in a manufacturing or business process. The Six Sigma system uses a number of quality methods and tools that are used by Six Sigma trained professionals within the organization. The DMAIC problem-solving method can be used to help with any issue that arises, usually by professionals in the organization who have reached the “green belt” level....

Time and materials (T&M) contracts involve both parties agreeing on predetermined unit rates for labor and materials, and there is no preset price for construction. This type of contract is used when it is impossible to get an accurate estimate of the total project cost, when the schedule cannot be defined, or when changes are likely to be made during construction. A time and materials contract typically presents the highest risk for the owner or client and the least risk for the contractor because there is no limit on how long the project will take or how much it will cost....