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Managers Must Intervene in Conflict Resolution Organization leaders are responsible for creating a work environment that enables people to thrive. If turf wars, disagreements, and differences of opinion escalate into interpersonal conflict, you must intervene immediately with conflict resolution mediation. Not intervening is not an option if you value your organization and your positive culture. In conflict-ridden situations, your mediation skills and interventions are critical. We’re not talking about the daily disagreements that employees may experience at work....

One of the key liturgical prayers in the Mass of the Catholic Church, the Kyrie is a simple request for mercy. Written in Latin, you only need to learn two lines, making the English translation even easier to memorize. The Translation of the “Kyrie” The Kyrie is actually a transliteration, using the Latin alphabet to spell out a Greek word (Κύριε ἐλέησον). The lines are extremely simple and easy to interpret into English....

For just about as long as anyone can remember, liberalism has been the political ideology of choice in Hollywood. But that is slowly beginning to change. Conservative Celebrities Below is a list of Tinseltown celebs who make no bones about their conservative commitments. Some you’ll know. Others might surprise you. Either way, enjoy and know that if you’re a conservative, you’re not alone (even though it might feel like it sometimes)!...

Also known as virtual professionals, virtual assistants are remote administrative assistants. VAs typically work from home, performing tasks that an administrative assistant or secretary would normally do. For example, they might schedule appointments, make phone calls, plan travel arrangements, manage email, perform social tasks (such as sending thank you notes to clients), or conduct database entry. Some virtual assistants have more specific jobs based on their particular skill sets. For example, a virtual assistant might do bookkeeping, conduct online research, or create presentations using raw data....

Many people ignore the advertising found on many Coke bottles and packages. However, Coke codes are valuable. You can exchange them for sweepstakes entries, redeem them for special product discounts, and get free drinks. You can even donate them to your child’s school or other charities. Check out the offers page at Coke.com to see the current opportunities. The classic way to get Coke codes is by purchasing participating products — but if you don’t buy a lot of soda, you won’t be able to redeem as many offers as you’d like....

Many different types of products are eligible for organic certification, although some products do have more stringent certifying criteria than others. That said, individuals looking to break into the organic industry have plenty of product choices to choose from. Even better, most product sectors of the organic industry continue to grow. Consumers really do want organic products. 01 of 09 Food and Beverages valentinrussanov/Getty Images Almost all foods and beverages, with few exceptions, can be certified organic....

Food trucks have grown in popularity since the 2008 recession and are as much of a restaurant concept as family-style dining or fast food. Given the low cost, many would-be restaurateurs opt to open food truck businesses, which now are regarded as respectable venues for starting a career in the food business. Today, food trucks offer menu options from cupcakes to grilled cheese to hybrid taco-waffles, and pretty much anything imaginable....

Occupational therapy (OT) involves helping people of all ages build or restore their ability to do the things they want and need to do through the therapeutic use of daily activities, or occupations. There are three main types of practitioners in the field: occupational therapist (OT), occupational therapy assistant (OTA), and occupational therapy aide. Job duties, salaries, and educational and licensing requirements differ between the three roles. Occupational Therapist The occupational therapist leads the OT team and has the most significant responsibilities of all the people on it....

Cattle feedlot managers oversee the routine care and feeding of beef cattle kept in a feedlot environment. They may be responsible for managing thousands of animals at any given time, depending on the size of the facility. Their primary concern is ensuring that proper husbandry techniques and feeding programs are in place to promote optimal growth for each animal in the herd. In the cattle business, feedlots are the final stage of production prior to slaughter with a focus on efficient growth and weight gain of the animals....

If you’re considering earning a degree in criminology or criminal justice, chances are you’re going to want to think about your earning potential at some point. Certainly, money isn’t everything, but it’s always a good idea to have an idea of how much you can expect to make when deciding on a career path.Which is exactly why you need to know up front how much money you can earn in a criminal justice job....

Fiduciaries of employee benefit plans—including for small businesses—are potentially subject to lawsuits alleging they mismanaged or improperly administered those plans. Such claims may be filed by disgruntled plan participants or their beneficiaries. In recognition of this, employers can protect themselves and other plan fiduciaries by purchasing fiduciary liability insurance. Obligations Under ERISA Benefit plan fiduciaries are governed by a federal law called the Employee Retirement Income Security Act (ERISA). Enacted in 1974, ERISA sets minimum standards for retirement and health plans that are offered by private employers....

Food and beverage industry events can be a great way to make new connections, get inspired, and stay ahead of trends in the restaurant space. As you plan your year ahead, it’s a good idea to make time for at least one of these vital events. Good Food Awards Marketplace - San Francisco - January 19, 2020 - The Good Food Marketplace showcases winners of the Good Food Awards who set up tasting stands at the Ferry Building Marketplace....

Festivals—long a favorite summer pastime in Europe—have now taken firm hold among US music fans as the places to see new music. Naturally, that leaves even more bands asking to get on the bill. Getting booked to play a music festival is extremely competitive. To get a foot in the door, you’ll have to do some work. This is not going to be easy—if it was, everyone would be doing it—but you can get yourself on stage in front of festival crowds....

When starting a job search, your goal is to make your credentials strong enough to get you selected for a job interview. Once you get to a job interview, you can sell yourself to the interviewer by confidently making the case that you’re an exceptional candidate. Before that though, what’s on your resume and cover letter is going to be the pitch that gets you picked for an interview. One of the best ways to achieve that goal is to brand (or rebrand) yourself if necessary, so you’re a close match for the jobs you’re targeting....

Every business has company information it wants to keep confidential. One way to do that is to have a confidentiality agreement between your business and those who know about this information. What Is a Confidentiality Agreement? A confidentiality agreement—sometimes called a non-disclosure agreement or NDA—is a business contract to protect sensitive company information, products, trade secrets, and proprietary (company-exclusive) systems. Some of the situations when you might need a confidentiality agreement: When interviewing or hiring an employee or independent contractor who will have access to confidential materialWhen selling your business, to keep the potential buyer from disclosing your business information to othersWhen showing your business plans or your business financial information to potential investorsTo employees and others working on a patent or invention...

Watercolor painters are always looking for a new surface to paint on. While there are many great watercolor papers available, there is a certain appeal to painting on canvas. Using watercolors on a standard canvas used for oils and acrylic paints is not going to work well and that is why watercolor canvas was invented. If you are interested in switching from watercolor on paper to canvas, there are some important things you need to consider and know....

The landlord laws of certain states require a move out inspection prior to a tenant leaving a rental unit. Other states do not have this legal requirement. It is best to check your state’s landlord/tenant laws or look at your lease to see if this is a requirement in your state. Your landlord will schedule the inspection with you after they receive your Notice of Intent to Vacate letter. Even if it is not legally required in your state, many landlords will conduct move out inspections....

Navy commissioned officer designations can be somewhat confusing. Unlike the other services which divide their officers into basic branches, the Navy divides their commissioned officers into four basic kinds of officers: Unrestricted Line Officers Unrestricted Line Officers are those who are eligible for command of ships, submarines, aircraft squadrons, fleets, and shore bases such as naval bases and naval air stations. These are officers of the line of the Regular Navy and Naval Reserve who are not restricted in the performance of duty....

When the metal products we use in our everyday lives are no longer useful, they are either discarded or recycled for use in other products or projects. Because metal is a resource that can be recycled over and over without any loss in quality, recycled materials are just as useful to manufacturers and builders as freshly mined and forged metals. Thanks to this element’s unique trait, collecting scrap metal for profit is a common—and sometimes profitable—endeavor....

Although the expression is to “call in sick,” email is often an acceptable way to inform your manager that you’re sick and won’t be able to come into work. Before you hit “send,” however, you’ll want to make sure your email is worded correctly to avoid any negative repercussions—for you, your team, or your boss. Plus, you’ll want to check your employee manual so you know when a doctor’s note is required....