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Landlords and tenants do not typically enter into their relationship looking for conflict. Sometimes, however, problems develop that cannot be easily fixed by a phone call or email. In these situations, a tenant may consider suing their landlord to resolve the issues in court. Learn the reasons you may be able to sue your landlord and if it really is the best approach. Benefits of Suing Your Landlord Filing a lawsuit does have some potential advantages for tenants....

When you’re applying for a job as a recruiter, it’s especially important to show that you understand the hiring process. This means creating a resume and cover letter that showcase your previous recruiting experience and the successes you’ve had helping companies grow their applicant pool and staff. It also needs to include any data you have to support your claims and demonstrate how your skills helped the company make money and build its business and reputation....

Writing a media plan for public relations can be tougher than creating an advertising or marketing campaign. You don’t typically have an advertising budget, and there are no hard numbers on sales because you’re selling an idea. So how do you write a plan to sell an idea, and how do you know whether it worked or not? Here’s an example from real life: the State Patrol and police in Washington state, wanted to boost the use of seat belts with the passage of a new law making failing to buckle up a primary traffic offense....

While a simple to-do list may be sufficient for completing small projects around the house when it comes to project management, a more detailed plan of action is usually needed. One of the most popular and practical ways to manage the timing of all of the tasks of a project is to use a Gantt chart. What Is a Gantt Chart? A Gantt chart is a chart that shows all of the different sub-tasks of a project and how they relate to each other over time....

With more than 50,000 members, the “Absolute Unit” subreddit is a treasure trove of “thicc,” “chonky,” and double-XL people, animals, and things. Discover how the absolute unit meme can incorporate anything that’s bigger than average, from cucumbers to cows and everything in between. 01 of 28 Absolute Unit Cucumber Via Reddit Imagine expecting a ripe, juicy, delectable watermelon and instead cutting into a dry, overly-large cucumber…. Cue sad gardener sounds....

If you enjoy working on events and servicing the needs of large groups, plenty of career choices are out there for you. One problem for job seekers, though, is that a lot of potential event planners get stuck looking specifically for “event planning jobs.” A better approach is to search for clearly defined positions that are suited to your particular skill set. Use the following list to expand your event planning job search....

01 of 15 See the Most Beautiful Parts of the HGTV Dream Home 2011 Photo Tour of the 2011 HGTV Dream Home The 2011 HGTV Dream Home is nestled into the mountains of Vermont, with stunning views over Mt. Mansfield, the highest mountain in Vermont. Image of the exterior of the HGTV Dream Home 2011 is © HGTV, 2010. Used with permission. The 2011 HGTV Dream Home was set in the mountains of Stowe, Vermont....

Whether your company is planning for a mere 10’ by 10’ booth or a large 40’ by 50’ trade show exhibit space, training the staff who will be manning the booth during the show itself is of the utmost importance. Unfortunately for most trade show exhibitors, staff training tends to be overlooked in favor of other seemingly more pressing issues like booth planning, design, construction, and logistics. While the booth itself is important in attracting customers and prospects, your staff’s presence and demeanor can make or break that new prospective business....

A focus group involves having potential purchasers come together to have a guided discussion led by an experienced moderator. Each member of the group can share their opinions, criticisms, and other feedback about whatever you’d like to know. They all answer the same set of questions posed by the moderator to allow you to collect private feedback on behalf of your business. A focus group can be an effective way for small businesses to conduct market research as part of the creation of a marketing plan....

The PGA Player of the Year Award was first bestowed in 1948 by the PGA of America, which, at that time, ran the PGA Tour through its tournament division. Beginning in 1990, two different Player of the Year awards have been named: The PGA Tour introduced its own award, which joined the one bestowed by the PGA of America. The lists of winners of the two different Player of the Year awards given to PGA Tour golfers are very similar—but they are not identical because the awards are chosen via two different methods....

The Internet has made marketing to a wide audience faster, easier, and more affordable. But that doesn’t mean offline marketing is obsolete. While many businesses have avoided online marketing options, often to their peril, other businesses are missing significant business by not tapping into offline marketing to reach their target market. Here are 10 offline marketing strategies you can use easily and affordably to promote your home business. 1. Business Cards...

There are many event planning careers in the corporate world. While jobs in marketing and event management focus on the most common corporate events (seminars, conferences, trade shows, and appreciation events), some less obvious event-related jobs exist in communications, training and the corporate foundation. Some of the more interesting events are planned through departments that are not specifically focused on external affairs. If you do look at non-traditional career routes, though, do be sure that your job will include event planning....

A big part of getting a job is making a good first impression, and a big part of making a good impression is how you dress for the interview. While you don’t have to spend a lot of money on your wardrobe, putting in a bit of extra effort pays off in the long run. Before your next interview, make sure you’re not making any interview attire mistakes by avoiding these fashion don’ts....

Description: Anheuser-Busch’s Stella Make Summer a Vacation Sweepstakes is giving away prizes for the warm weather. Enter and you could win a personal watercraft worth $6,500 or one of 18 weekly prizes of a Stella tote. Sweepstakes Links: Click Here to Enter this SweepstakesClick Here for the Official Sweepstakes RulesClick Here for the Sweepstakes’ Home Page Note: If the sweepstakes entry link doesn’t work for you, try entering through the home page and looking for a link to the sweepstakes....

More and more restaurant owners are reaching beyond their dining rooms to bring in business, by catering. Both on-premise and off-premise catering have become increasingly common for many restaurants. Restaurants with private dining rooms and banquet facilities can increase sales by catering to private parties and large functions such as weddings, holiday parties, and business conferences. Off-premise catering is another area of the restaurant industry that continues to grow. Many restaurants who cater offer to bring their food to the customers, rather than the other way around....

The passage of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) in 2017 had some major effects on business taxes. The tax law went into effect in 2018, and it includes some pluses and minuses. The possible benefits for your business include: A cut in the tax rate for corporations to 21% An additional tax cut for eligible small businesses, including sole proprietors, partners, and LLC members Increases in the amounts of depreciation for first-year purchases of business equipment, vehicles, and other big-ticket items A tax credit for businesses that give employees paid family leave time...

A construction helper assists construction tradespeople—like plumbers, electricians, carpenters, masons, painters, welders, and roofers—on construction sites and shops. They perform basic tasks that require moderate training. For example, a helper carries materials and tools, hands tools to tradespeople when they request them, and cleans work areas. Quick Facts In 2016, median annual salaries by trade were: $29,530 (electricians’ helpers)$29,030 (plumbers’ helpers)$30,570 (masons’ helpers)$28,810 (carpenters’ helpers) Construction helpers working in other trades earned median annual salaries of $29,270....

Are you applying for a customer service position? If so, you’ll want to emphasize some of the soft skills commonly required for customer service employees, such as being an excellent communicator and having strong interpersonal skills. Employers will also be looking for candidates who are punctual and responsible, because customer service workers often handle cash registers and replace other employees during shift changes. What to Include in Your Customer Service Resume...

Event management involves overseeing all logistics leading up to and during an event, whether a conference, wedding, or any organized gathering. Event managers execute the event plans by managing staff, finances, vendor relationships, and more. In the event planning profession, the job titles are as diverse and numerous as the services offered, and it can often be difficult to differentiate one from another. It can be challenging when preparing an event planning portfolio, looking for work, or working with a client who does not have the correct understanding of your job function and responsibilities....

Document management is the process of handling documents in such a way that information can be created, shared, organized, and stored efficiently and appropriately. As such, learning how to create a document management system is critical for businesses. Many businesses deal with high-stakes information that needs to be kept secure and private, or accessed quickly. In such instances, a smoothly operating document management system is essential. But even if your business is of a more casual nature, it is still important to keep proper records for accounting and for the sake of efficiency....