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Women-owned businesses continue to be the shining light in the current market. According to the Center for Women’s Business Research, female entrepreneurs generate $2.3 trillion to the American economy and employ more than 18 million people. There are many examples of women in business success stories but we did not have to dig deep to find the truly inspirational female business leaders. The following women in business have overcome great odds and serve as a beacon for all those to follow....

In stroke play, the golfer plays against the golf course and a large field of other golfers. In match play, the golfer plays directly against another golfer: Your opponent is right there next to you. You get to see exactly how well or how poorly he or she is playing, and they get to watch your game, as well. That makes match play a different ballgame, literally and figuratively. And, in ways large and small, it changes the way golfers approach the match....

A close relative of open D tuning, this is a guitar tuning which makes your guitar sound like an E major chord when all strings are strummed open. Slide guitar players in particular favor open E tuning, as it makes common slide licks easier to play while allowing guitarists around them to stay in “regular” E tuning. E B E G# B E Alternate Tuning Whereas most other common guitar tunings involve dropping the pitch of some strings, open E tuning actually requires guitarists to tune a few of their strings up....

Contrary to popular belief, construction-site cleanup is often not a part of a regular contractor’s job description. A contractor takes away his own equipment and tools, but getting a site camera-ready for occupancy—or, in complex, multistage projects, the next round of work—is a whole separate operation. Enter the construction cleanup crew. From carting away debris to making surfaces sparkle, their job is to make sure space is sanitary and safe....

Many musicians place scoring a major label record deal at the tops of their to-do lists. Having one of the large labels working on behalf of your music can be your ticket to the big time. However, there are downsides to signing with a major label. When you’re trying to decide whether your ideal home is with an independent label or a major label, keep the pros and cons in mind....

Recent laws have given inventors and research facilities in business some incentives for doing research and development (R&D) in the form of a tax credit. The PATH Act of 2015 included some increased incentives in the form of a tax credit for businesses, and the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) included some additional changes to this tax credit. What is a Tax Credit? A tax credit is given by the IRS as an incentive for doing something, like research and development in this case....

How a retailer handles a merchandise return is no less important than how the retailer handles sales. Customer unfriendly policies which make a gift return difficult or impossible can cause a retailer to lose two customers if giver and recipient are inconvenienced or embarrassed. Some very small or micro-businesses may not have the resources to offer gift-friendly return policies. Larger retailers that understand how return policies can impact customer retention, however, should avoid these gift return practices employed by some major U....

Rise of Nations is an RTS game inspired by five thousand years of world history. You can use these cheats for the Rise of Nations: Thrones and Patriots expansion pack to help speed up your empire building. These cheats are exclusive to the Thrones and Patriots expansion pack on Windows and Mac. SkyBox Labs How to Enter Rise of Nations PC Cheats Codes To enable cheats in Rise of Nations: Thrones and Patriots:...

A management assessment center is a series of tests, interviews, simulations, and exercises designed to predict how well a management candidate will perform in a specific role. The assessment center puts the prospective manager through a series of drills and situations and grades their response. Learn more about management assessment centers and how they work. What Is a Management Assessment Center? A management assessment center uses a number of methods to evaluate whether a particular person will be successful in a managerial role....

There are many ways to make a living working from home, including work-at-home jobs, contract and freelance work, and creating or buying a home business. While they all offer the chance to avoid a commute, they also have some different pros and cons. Working for an Employer at Home (Telecommuting) Many people who decide to work from home initially look for a home-based job with an employer instead of owning a home business....

Whether you’re fired for cause, or made redundant as part of a mass layoff, losing your job never feels good. Even if you were less than enamored of your former gig, chances are you need the money – and don’t need the stress of navigating the job hunt. Alas, into most lives, a few pink slips must fall. If you’re going to lose your job, the best-case scenario is to figure it out long before you walk into a conference room only to be greeted by a somber HR rep – that way, you can get started on your job search while you’re still employed....

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Army veterinary technicians, designated as military occupational specialty (MOS) 68T, provide a wide range of services to our furry friends, from taking vital signs and giving medications to performing diagnostic tests and assisting with surgery under the supervision of a veterinarian. The job can be more varied than you think. In addition to caring for military working dogs, they serve the pets of military families and care for research animals....

Many businesses decorate their workplace with paintings, statues, Persian rugs, tapestries, and other artwork. In commercial insurance, these items are called fine arts. To protect your business against the loss of valuable items, you’ll need to purchase fine arts coverage. Deficiencies of Property Policies Artwork, collectibles, and similar items are considered business personal property (BPP) under most commercial property policies, including the standard ISO form. BPP qualifies as Covered Property if it is located in or on a building (or within 100 feet of it) at the described premises....

Since 1921, See’s Candies has been satisfying America’s sweet tooth with a variety of chocolates, lollipops, peanut brittle, and other treats. It was started as a family business and has grown through the years to an enterprise that operates over 200 stores throughout the U.S., with international stores in Hong Kong, Singapore, and other countries. The company also sells its confections in certain mall kiosks, online, and through other select retail outlets....

On Day 29, you learned how to either accept or reject a job offer. But what if you apply to your dream job, interview, and do not get the job? Being turned down for a job is never easy, but you don’t have to let it disrupt your job search. Below are a few tips on how to accept, and move on from, a job rejection. Be Upset Upon realizing you did not get a job, it is perfectly normal to be upset or angry....

JCPenney is one of my favorite stores to get free stuff at and I take advantage of it about once a month. There are lots of great JCPenney freebies offered all year including coupons to get you free stuff, freebies from the JCPenney Salon, free portraits from JCPenney portraits, free beauty samples at JCPenney Sephora, and free stuff just for showing up to JCPenney on Black Friday. JCPenney Coupons for Free Stuff...

Missile and Space Facility Specialists in the Air Force are responsible for the maintenance and repair of missile and spacelift support systems and equipment. Specifically, they work on intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) weapon systems. These airmen keep ICBM launch facilities and all the related equipment ready for any needed operations. This is highly technical work that is critical to the Air Force’s space mission. The Air Force categorizes this job with Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) 2M0X3....

Need for Speed: Most Wanted is a street racing video game that first launched for Microsoft Windows, PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PlayStation Vita, iOS, Wii U, and Android in 2012. It’s the nineteenth title in the long-running Need For Speed series. Players select a car they use to race against time or other players. As the game progresses, they drive faster cars in more intense situations. If you’re looking to fast-track your way to victory, here are some cheats and tips that can help....