01 of 40 Mark Twain on Congress Quotable Liberals 02 of 40 Republicans Fixing a Problem via Daily Kos 03 of 40 Congress’s Approval Rating 04 of 40 The Opposite of Progress via Twitter 05 of 40 Not Really an OB/GYN Someecards 06 of 40 Refusing to Work via Reddit 07 of 40 Paul Ryan’s Work Ethic FB.com/TheBlueStreetJournal 08 of 40 If A Tree Falls in Washington via Reddit 09 of 40...
The private pilot certificate (or private pilot license) has been the most commonly sought-after pilot certificate for years. Some people seek a private pilot certificate purely as a hobby or sport, while others desire the convenience of aircraft travel for vacations or to visit family members. Some private pilots and aircraft owners use their airplane as a primary mode of transportation to business meetings or events, and for some, it’s a step in the road toward becoming an airline pilot....
When you think about meaningful work, you think about Mother Theresa or Princess Diana or maybe Peace Corp workers or school teachers and nurses. All of these are great jobs that are meaningful. But, not everyone can raise money and attention to help get landmines cleared, nor can (or should) everyone try to teach second grade. And if blood makes you faint, nursing isn’t a great idea for you either....
Jack Nicklaus was one of the best professional golfers of all time. Many golf fans and analysts rate him No. 1, and of those that don’t, very few rank him lower than second. Here are some quotations from and about Jack Nicklaus. Quotes By Jack Nicklaus The 20-year-old Jack Nicklaus in 1960: “Jones is the greatest golfer who ever lived and probably ever will live. That’s my goal. Bobby Jones. It’s the only goal....
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One of the great benefits of being a landlord is the tax deductions you can take advantage of. These deductions, however, can be complicated, so it is important that you keep detailed records of all important documents, income, and expenses throughout the year. Being organized and keeping the proper documents can help you maximize your deductions and reduce stress. Four Reasons to Keep Records It will make it much easier to file your taxes....
A retail category manager is an in-store expert in the visual merchandising, pricing, management, and sales of a specified group of products. This expertise is key to driving pricing, product display, marketing, and promotions of certain products to make them highly visible, accessible, and appealing to customers. Successful retail category managers contribute to the profitability of a company by increasing the volume of products that are sold and by improving the speed of inventory turnover in the category....
These sample employment letters will assist you to reject job candidates, make job offers, welcome employees, and more. They are an effective way to stay in touch with every candidate throughout your hiring process. If you want to be an employer of choice who attracts the very best employees, you’ll want to communicate with your candidates every step of the way. These sample letters will help you communicate effectively. Use these sample employment letters to develop the employment letters you use in your organization....
Consumers look to the Day After Christmas clearance sales to offer them Black Friday type of deep discounts and clearance prices. Much like Black Friday, all of the largest retail chains will be using day-after-Christmas extended early opening and late closing store hours as a competitive tool to attract as many shoppers through the doors of their physical stores as possible on December 26. Even though for many people in the U....
Personal trainers are their own best advertisement for dedication, training, and results. Aside from their knowledge of fitness and nutrition, it’s their ability to motivate and inspire their clients that makes them successful. Here are some essential skills you need to be a masterful personal trainer in a dynamic and exciting career field. If you’re in the process of trying to build up your careers as a personal trainer, make sure you incorporate these skills into your resume, and use them to increase your appeal during interviews....
Sweepstakes, contests, and lotteries all give people chances to win prizes. However, they are very different from one another in terms of how they’re run, how they choose winners, and whether they’re legal to run at all. Here’s a breakdown of everything you need to know to keep sweepstakes, contests, and lotteries straight. What Are Sweepstakes? Sweepstakes are defined as prize giveaways where the winners are drawn at random from among all valid entries....
Video games have evolved over the years from basic two-dimensional action to full 3D worlds that can be sculpted by the player. That sometimes makes them harder to get through, though. That’s where video game cheats and cheat codes come into play. Lifewire / Jo Zixuan Zhou What Are Video Game Cheats and Cheat Codes? A cheat code is a button combination or password which triggers an event or effect in a video game....
Managers are rarely, if ever, heard describing themselves as micromanagers. Yet, working for a micromanaging boss is one of the most frequently cited reasons employees hate their jobs or their bosses. Clearly, there’s a disconnect here. Are you acting like a micromanager without even knowing it? The 20 clues below will help you judge for yourself. Each describes a common trait of a micromanager. Tally one point for each “yes” answer and check your score at the end....
Of all the sections of a newspaper, the opinion page is one of the most-read pages of any local newspaper. People read their newspaper’s opinion pages because they’re relevant. The issues discussed are usually local in nature and reflect the general feelings of a portion of the community. At times, the letter is either responding to a recent article or a recent editorial crafted by an in-house editor. Determine Your Reason for Writing the Editor...
If you explore the literature on leadership, there is a consistent drumbeat focusing on those good behaviors the experts suggest managers adopt. However, talk with an executive coach and you will learn that the bulk of their work is focused more on guiding clients away from bad management behaviors. The bad behaviors are self-limiting and off-putting and impede team or firm performance. They include micromanaging, public reprimands of employees, and destructive feedback, among others....
Alibaba and similar marketplaces are tempting for small businesses and eBay sellers. The sites offer access to thousands of manufacturers on the Pacific Rim and beyond, selling direct to shoppers at below-wholesale prices. Sourcing direct from manufacturers across international waters is a lot more complicated than many beginning eBay sellers imagine. You’ll quickly find this out when trying to buy in volume this way, but you can spare yourself the harsh learning experience by going into the process with some knowledge....
“Match play” is one of the two main formats for competition in golf (the other being stroke play, also known as medal play). In the match play format, the round is played with the goal of winning more individual holes than your opponent, as opposed to (as in stroke play) ending the round with the fewest cumulative strokes vs. the field. For example, on the first hole in a match play match, Golfer A scores 4 and her opponent scores 5 — Golfer A wins the hole....
After finishing a bachelor’s degree in a business or marketing program, college graduates need to seek out entry-level marketing jobs to begin their careers. These positions allow your to use what you studied in school and build your professional network while learning valuable, on-the-job skills. Unlike traditional internships that many students do while in college, these positions also provide an income. Best Entry Level Jobs for Marketing Graduates There are many entry-level positions available to college graduates who majored in marketing and related fields, such as international marketing, market research, actuarial or management science, business statistics, or commerce....
Equine insurance provides coverage in the event a horse becomes ill or dies, is no longer able to be used for business purposes, or causes an injury or property damage. Learn more about equine insurance and how it works. What Is Equine Insurance? Breeders, trainers, riding instructors, and other equine businesses use horses in their day-to-day operations. Horses are a valuable asset, and businesses may incur significant expenses or lose income if a horse becomes ill or injured....
What is considered sexual harassment at work? And how does it differ from non-sexual harassment? Sexual harassment in the workplace is a form of discrimination that includes uninvited comments, conduct, or behavior regarding sex, gender, or sexual orientation. All employees—in any position, from management to entry-level or hourly staffers—should be aware of what qualifies as workplace harassment and avoid these behaviors or report them if they occur. Sexual vs. Non-Sexual Harassment...
