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For any kind of project, whether it’s releasing an app, building a bridge, or creating an ad campaign, having a project manager in place is essential to ensure the project launches on time, within the budget, and meets expectations. Project managers are organizational masterminds who create plans and schedules and keep projects on track. It’s a role that’s needed in nearly every industry. For example, an architecture company will use project managers to handle the development of a new building, while a shampoo company may need one to launch a new product....

Racehorse trainers supervise the daily care and conditioning of the horses in their stable to properly prepare them for competition on the track. They are responsible for ensuring that the horses in their care receive proper nutrition, veterinary attention, and exercise. Trainers may branch out into offering bloodstock agent services, such as representing clients at public auctions, evaluating horses for private purchase, referring clients to insurance agents, or selecting and training young horses for resale....

A single-unit franchise is one in which the franchisor grants the franchisee the right to operate just one location. The franchisee can use the franchisor’s trade name, service marks, and operating system when conducting business at that location. This is the most common type of franchise. The relationship is directly between the franchisor and a franchisee. There’s usually no middle man, such as a hired manager. The franchisee will generally—but not always—be the operator of the location....

The PC version of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim has cheat codes that add items to your inventory, unlock all spells, and adjust the in-game camera among other things. Learn how to enter cheats in Skyrim for Windows. These cheats are exclusive to the Windows version of The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim. There are additional Skyrim cheats for the console versions. How to Enter Cheat Codes in Skyrim Press the tilde (~) key while playing to bring up the cheat console, then type in one of the codes below and press Enter to activate it....

With each holiday season comes at least one new Christmas movie in theaters. While we all have our personal favorites, some films have performed better than others at the box office. It’s an impressive feat for a Christmas film to become a blockbuster because of the glut of big-budget movies that are usually released between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve. With so many huge films opening in theaters, Christmas films have to win over audiences quickly....

Depending on who’s using the term, a “sandy” can mean making par on a hole in which you were in a bunker, or getting out of a bunker and into the hole in two strokes (also known as getting up-and-down from the sand). Also called “sandies” (or spelled “sandie” when singular), the sandy is either: A golf bet played within a group of golfers;Or another name for the pro tour statistical category officially called “sand saves” or “sand save percentage....

Will Wright’s 2000 life simulation video game The Sims is one of the best-selling titles of all time. In it, you build a virtual neighborhood populated by people called Sims. Then, you can alter their moods, decorate their homes, and more. Whether you’re just now discovering the franchise or enjoying it again, here’s a quick guide to cheat codes that can make your time in The Sims even more fun....

The federal minimum wage has been $7.25 per hour since July 24, 2009, the last time Congress raised the pay floor for hourly workers. That marks more than a decade without a raise for the 1.1 million U.S. workers who earn the federally mandated minimum (or less). Proponents of a higher minimum wage say it would lift millions of low-paid workers out of poverty, including those who currently earn more than the minimum but not enough to support a family....

Resume writing can be a chore. Fonts, colors, alignment – it’s overwhelming, especially when the pressure’s on to stand out from the crowd. So, we’ve listed some of the best resume templates and samples below for the hottest tech jobs. They help to sidestep the stress because you’ll get a professional-looking resume without the headaches of starting from scratch. They won’t cost you any money, either! 01 of 12 Entry Level Computer Science...

Description: If you’d like the chance to combine great music with an unforgettable trip, enter the Soul Train Cruise Giveaway. The winner will receive a week-long music cruise departing from Fort Lauderdale. The cruise will include entertainment from musicians including Charlie Wilson, Patti LaBelle, and more. The prize is worth $4,450. Sweepstakes Links: Click Here to Enter this SweepstakesClick Here for the Official Sweepstakes RulesClick Here for the Sweepstakes’ Home Page...

It’s no secret that many top models lead double lives. When they aren’t strutting their stuff, they go to college, run charities, start businesses, teach yoga, mentor children, record singles, spend time with their little ones—the list goes on and on. But did you know that some models are also bestselling authors? It’s true. Some of the world’s top models have taken the time out of their busy lives to share their thoughts on everything from life, love, and modeling to becoming a more beautiful person, both inside and out....

The Heisman Trophy, one of the most recognizable awards in all American sports, has been given each year since 1935 to the “most outstanding college football player” in the country. The winners of the trophy epitomize great ability combined with diligence, perseverance and hard work, according to the Heisman Trophy Trust, the organization that awards the trophy each year. Winners are chosen by a panel including 870 media voters, all former living Heisman winners and, beginning in 1999, the public, whose collective choice is given one vote....

In building construction, various forms of insulation are included as a means of reducing the transmission of thermal energy through walls, ceilings, and floors. In simple terms, this helps keep heated interior space warmer in the winter, and air-conditioned spaces cooler in the summer. Reducing the transmission of thermal energy not only makes spaces more comfortable, but it is also essential to controlling energy costs. All building materials have an inherent insulating property, usually measured on a scale known as R-value, but additional materials are integrated into the building construction specifically to add insulating value to the walls, floors, and ceilings....

If you’re a student or a new grad, you may not have much experience in the workforce. This can make building a resume and writing a cover letter challenging. After all, if you haven’t worked previously, what information can you include in these two documents? Fortunately, on-the-job experience is not the only thing that shows your abilities. Here’s guidance on what to include in your resume and cover letter, along with cover letter examples and cover letter templates are designed especially for high school students, as well as for college students and recent graduates seeking employment....

Not all internships are alike and to avoid running afoul of the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), it’s important for hiring companies and interns to know what’s expected in terms of training and compensation. Federal Guidelines The DOL bases its guidelines on the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), and the intention is to discourage employers from treating interns as a free labor pool. The FLSA was created to ensure all workers receive at least a minimum wage....

We can all use a little extra cash during the holiday season, and fortunately, during this time there are more opportunities to pick up extra work. Many stores hire season retail employees—but working the Black Friday sales isn’t the only way to earn. These ten home-based jobs will help you earn extra cash and build up your holiday nest egg. Many holiday jobs will need to be set in motion months in advance....

Whether you’re starting an event planning business for social events, business events or a combination of both, you should know how to charge for services. Several factors go into determining your rate, including event planning and operating expenses, salaries, and profits. Rates vary based on where you operate your business, types of projects you take on, and what the market is willing to pay. Ways Event Planners Structure Their Fees...

The creative brief is the foundation of any advertising or marketing campaign. A creative brief is an account team’s interpretation of the client’s wishes. It is your job of a good account manager or planner to extract everything you possibly can from the client. This is the time to find out as much as possible about the product or service. What is the product or service’s strengths and weaknesses, for instance?...

We have all received a fundraising appeal that went right to our heart with its direct language, touching stories, and a call to action we could not resist. So who does that writing? A small army of people could be writing for a nonprofit, from copywriters to grant writers, to people specializing in social media content. Today’s nonprofit writer has to cover a lot of bases and be technically proficient as well....

The move to digital has meant that print ads are no longer a key part of the marketing mix, as they were for decades. Think back to the last time a print ad caught your eye. However, there is still a need for them, especially if you have a business that relates directly to a print publication. However, with more magazines now available to read digitally, the ads still need to work well....