An independent retailer is one who builds their business without help from an established brand. For example, if you open your own Subway Restaurant, you would not be considered an independent retailer, but rather a franchise business. If you start your own line of jewelry and register as a business in your state, you’re considered an independent. With 30.2 million small businesses in the U.S., the role of independent retailers cannot be overstated....
Our editors independently research, test, and recommend the best products and services; you can learn more about our review process here. We may receive commissions on purchases made from our chosen links. It doesn’t matter who your customers are or what you are selling, a website has become today’s standard calling card. But unless you’re a seasoned web professional, the idea of building your own site can be overwhelming. Luckily, you don’t need a big marketing budget or HTML know-how to get a great business website up and running....
If you win the lottery, you might think your biggest decision will be what to buy first. But the truth is, you’ll need help to keep as much of that money as possible to spend down the road. And the first step to getting that help is o hire a lottery lawyer. What Is a Lottery Lawyer? Big lottery winners are faced with an overwhelming number of decisions to make before they even claim a jackpot....
Most bowling alleys are equipped with machines that take care of the scoring for you, but you should still know how the bowling scoring system works. Otherwise, the scores the machine gives you will seem arbitrary and confusing. Bowling-Scoring Basics One game of bowling consists of 10 frames, with a minimum score of zero and a maximum of 300. Each frame consists of two chances to knock down ten pins. Instead of “points” in football or “runs” in baseball, we use “pins” in bowling....
Some people are intrinsically motivated and have little difficulty pushing forward with difficult work—regardless of whether or not they get recognition. But not everyone. Many people can’t stand being underappreciated when putting in hours of hard work. Feeling underappreciated at work? If you want to turn that around and get more of the praise and acknowledgment you deserve, the one thing you can’t afford to do is let your performance slip....
What is your favorite thing to do on a day at the beach: surf or lie around reading? In your day off from work, would you choose to build a bookshelf or balance your checkbook? Do you prefer to work on a project independently or as part of a team? There are no right or wrong answers to these questions. Your responses merely indicate your interests—which leisure activities are enjoyable and which are not, what tasks you like to do and which ones you avoid, and how you prefer to perform your job....
Cookbook author and television cooking personality Julia Child introduced French cooking techniques to Americans in a way that was both entertaining and accessible. She’s known for her distinctive voice and willingness to “make a mess” and for her popularization of cooking instruction. Quotes on Life “Find something you’re passionate about and keep tremendously interested in it.” “You must have discipline to have fun.” “Life itself is the proper binge.” “I think the inner person is the most important… I would like to see an invention that keeps the mind alert....
It’s always a good practice to recognize the efforts of your team members. Communicating with the people who lend you a hand is one of the best ways to strengthen your work relationships and build your network. Everyone likes to be appreciated, and most people do their best work when they feel a level of personal satisfaction. What’s the best way to let your team know that they are appreciated? One of the quickest and easiest ways is to write a letter of appreciation to your team members when they do something outstanding....
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Sometimes the term “open source (OS)” is used interchangeably with “public domain (PD)” software, but they’re not the same thing. Both public domain and open-source software allow users to access and alter the source code of the software for the program itself. Source code is basically a list of commands that dictate how the program executes. However, some open-source applications have restrictions on their use and distribution where the public domain software does not....
This list features the best small business (or even micro business) opportunities are chosen for having low barriers to entry—you will not need 10 million dollars or a PhD in biotechnology to start any of the businesses in the list. Some of them do require startup capital but most just require what every startup business requires—dedication, hard work, perseverance, and a desire to succeed. Keep in mind that most small businesses don’t generate great riches for their owners, but that’s not why you want to start one of your own anyway, is it?...
The work of resume review starts well before the applicant resumes fill your inbox. Reviewing a resume starts with a job description or role profile so that you know broadly what the job entails. Part of the job description, in an effective job description, details the qualifications and experience of the candidate you seek to fill the job. Using the key qualifications and experience you identified for the role, develop your online and offline job postings, post them on your recruiting website, and make them available to contacts and employees for referrals....
Technology has changed the way some people read books, but that doesn’t mean books don’t sell on eBay. People who love books always will love books, and there is something appealing about cuddling up with a hot beverage, a book, and the family pet while spending an hour reading words on actual paper instead of a screen. The number of books for sale on eBay typically ranges well into the millions, including everything from popular fiction to children’s books to textbooks....
Transformers that increase (step-up) or reduce (step-down) electrical voltage are used in many industrial and public utility applications. Wherever they are used, it is critical for the installation team to complete several different tests prior to installation. Diligent testing ensures the electrical, thermal, and mechanical suitability of the transformer for the system being served. Most of the tests performed on power transformers are defined in national standards created by IEEE, NEMA, and ANSI....
You’ve likely seen “jelly” or “u jelly” on Facebook pages, Reddit links, and meme photos. This modern taunt expression is a version of ‘u mad bro’ and is becoming common jargon across the web. U Jelly is both a taunting expression and a boastful expression. It asks are you jealous? while simultaneously showing off a new possession or achievement that you are proud of. U Jelly is often used to goad someone online or in-person because you possess an article that they do not have, or because you have attained some kind of gamer achievement or minor online fame....
Live your life to the fullest. Don’t be afraid to be yourself, no matter who you are. These are the heart-warming lessons you learn through the song-and-dance animated movie “Happy Feet.” The movie takes place in Antarctica in the home of the emperor penguins. Each penguin sings a “heartsong” to attract a mate, but young Mumble is a terrible singer. Mumble can tap dance though, and he eventually wins over his heartthrob with his clever footwork....
What do Victor Hugo, Carl Jung, John Lennon, Louisa May Alcott, and Socrates have in common? The answer is that they have all commented on the ways of love. Saints, philosophers, psychologists, playwrights, and poets have left their views of love for us to read. From ancient scrolls to classic plays, modern films, and songs, love is a timeless subject. Explore these famous love quotes. Carl Jung “Where love rules, there is no will to power; and where power predominates, there love is lacking....
Watch Now: Learn the Basics of a Solid Golf Swing Common Questions About Golf Club Technology, Performance Click on the question to read the answer: What is “COR” What is “MOI” (or “moment of inertia”)? What is “center of gravity,” and how does it affect shots? What is characteristic time, or CT? What is “bounce”? (And do course conditions/swing type influence how much bounce I need?) How do cast irons and forged irons compare?...
Swing blade sawmill technology was introduced in 1988 in New Zealand by inventor Carl Peterson. There are now several swing blade mill manufacturers all over the world. The technology of these mills is gaining in popularity and the industry is growing. Swing Blade technology works similar to band sawmills in that a movable head travels along a track to cut a stationary log. It uses a circular blade that swings from a vertical position to a horizontal position....
Engineers use their knowledge of scientific and mathematical principles to solve technical problems. They work in a variety of disciplines including civil, environmental, chemical, mechanical, electrical and petroleum engineering. Do you want to know how to become an engineer? Learn about educational requirements and how to get into a college engineering program. See what you will have to do after you graduate and find out what employers are looking for when they are hiring for entry-level jobs....
