Opt-in is the short form of “opting in.” It means that someone wants to be involved in something. In the age of technology and the world of sales, the term means that someone has given you permission to send them emails. Multiple Emails It’s not necessary to get an opt-in if you’re just sending a single email to a prospect or customer, maybe letting them know that you’re offering a door-buster sale on Saturday....
An Army Special Forces Assistant Operations and Intelligence Sergeant is part of an operational detachment of special forces soldiers tasked with preparing intelligence for special missions. The Army’s Special Forces unit, best known as the Green Berets, began as a unit tasked with unconventional warfare tactics, but has grown to include special reconnaissance missions, counterterrorism, foreign internal defense and direct action strikes, usually quick operations in hostile territory. The Assistant Operations and Intelligence Sergeant is categorized by the Army as military occupational specialty (MOS) 18F....
As you prepare for an interview for a speech pathologist position, consider the questions you might be asked that specifically relate to speech pathology, as well as more general interview questions about yourself that you will likely be asked. Preparing to respond to both types of questions will ensure that you’re confident and give strong responses on the day of your interview. Types of Speech Pathologist Interview Questions As a speech pathologist (also sometimes referred to as a speech-language pathologist or speech therapist), you help assess and treat children or adults with speech, language, and swallowing disorders....
Let’s face it, no one goes into local government work for the money. Despite what Leslie Knope might have us believe, working for a municipal entity is not always the sexiest or most thrilling work. But it can be personally rewarding, and for someone looking to make an impact even just at the community level, working for a municipality is the way to go. And, while there are advantages and disadvantages to every job, there are certain benefits that make a career in municipal work desirable....
Veterinary anesthesiologists are veterinarians who provide sedation and pain management for animals during surgical procedures and diagnostic tests. Because animals react differently to certain procedures than humans do — in that they may not be very cooperative with diagnostic or therapeutic procedures — anesthesia is administered in a broader range of instances, making an anesthesiologist’s job that much more important. Veterinary Anesthesiologist Duties & Responsibilities This job generally requires the ability to do the following work:...
The ADF/NDB navigation system is one of the oldest air navigation systems still in use today. It works from the most simple radio navigation concept: a ground-based radio transmitter (the NDB) sends an omnidirectional signal to an aircraft loop antenna. The result is a cockpit instrument (the ADF) that displays the aircraft position relative to an NDB station, allowing a pilot to “home” to a station or track a course from a station....
There are a number of reasons to know all you should about insulation. Insulation, when used properly, will add thermal comfort, reduce unwanted heat loss or gain and decrease a building’s energy demand. Today’s market presents multiple solutions and systems that can be used in your construction project. From spray-on insulation to insulating materials, all materials are compared and evaluated using their R-Value, a value that represents the effectiveness and insulation property of the material....
Looking for a simple, yet effective way to immediately improve your interviewing and staff selection process? Define the qualities, talents, and skills you’d most like to have in a new employee. Then, devise a series of interview questions that allow your applicant to demonstrate they have the desired qualities, talents, and skills. Many organizations are spending a great deal of time defining competencies for each position. You can if you have the time and resources to do so....
Homebuyers typically don’t have in-depth knowledge about the real estate markets where they wish to buy homes. They need agents to guide them through neighborhoods and find homes that best suit their needs. Some agents specialize in working with buyers. They help their buyer-clients navigate all aspects of the home buying process, from finding homes to choosing the best mortgage companies. Here’s a sampling of the tasks buyer agents undertake on a daily basis....
DOOM for PlayStation is a compilation of two games originally released for PC: DOOM Ultimate and DOOM II. Like the original titles, the PS version of DOOM has cheat codes that let you skip levels, become invincible, and see through walls, among other god-like feats. These cheats are exclusive to the PlayStation version of DOOM. There are separate cheats for DOOM on PC. DOOM Cheat Codes for PS1 Pause the game, and input the following button commands to activate cheats....
Tyra Banks has appeared on the cover of Sports Illustrated’s famous swimsuit issue, and she was widely known as the “face” of the lingerie brand Victoria’s Secret. However, behind the flawless face, Tyra Banks has a tremendous entrepreneurial acumen. As the creator of the hit television franchise “America’s Next Top Model”, Banks is the consummate example of a content mogul in action. Why America Loves Tyra Banks In creating “America’s Next Top Model,” she exposed millions to the complex inner business workings of the modeling and advertising industries....
Small business owners frequently need to borrow money to cover temporary cash flow issues, fund expansions, and/or purchase new equipment. If you’ve taken more than one loan for your small business, loan consolidation can make repaying your debt easier and more affordable. Business debt consolidation loans refinance your existing debt and place all of your loan payments into a single repayment schedule. Beyond that, they can offer better terms including less frequent payments and lower rates....
When an employee complains that he or she is experiencing sexual harassment of any type, the employer has a legal, ethical, moral, and employee relations obligation to investigate the charges thoroughly—without delay. The employer can’t take the time to decide whether they believe the employee or not, but must take him or her at their word. What Additional Instances Must HR Investigate? If an employer hears rumors that sexual harassment is occurring, the employer must investigate the potential harassment the same as if they had received a formal complaint....
Does the Winner of The Masters Receive a Trophy? Yes! Everyone knows that the winner of The Masters Tournament receives the famous Green Jacket. Not quite as famous as the Green Jacket is the Masters trophy, and it, too, is presented to the winner. And the winner isn’t the only golfer at The Masters who receives a trophy. There are multiple trophies, medals and other awards handed out each year....
Operation Specialists (OS) function as plotters, radio-telephone and Command and Control sound-powered telephone talkers and maintain Combat Information Center (CIC) displays of strategic and tactical information. They operate surveillance and altitude radars Identification Friend or Foe (IFF), and associated equipment. They also serve as Air Traffic Controllers for helicopters and fixed-wing supersonic jet aircraft. OS Sailors serve as watch supervisors and section leaders; interpret and evaluate presentations and tactical situations and make recommendations to supervisors during watch conditions....
Time management is one of the 10 knowledge areas that project managers must master to obtain a Project Management Professional (PMP)® certification from the Project Management Institute. It’s essential part of managing a project because it helps ensure the project is completed on time. The Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK)® Guide offers a framework for project time management that for those looking to obtain PMP® certification, and it can be useful for all project managers, as well....
In 1915, Punch magazine published a John McCrae poem titled, “In Flanders Fields.” McCrae, a Canadian soldier, had served in the Second Battle of Ypres in Flanders, Belgium. He wrote, “In Flanders Fields” after a friend died in battle and was buried with a simple wooden cross as a marker. The poem described similar mass graveyards on the fields of Flanders, fields that were alive with red poppies but now filled with the corpses of dead soldiers....
When developing a brand strategy, identify three core components of your business to use as a blueprint for marketing tactics: Purpose: This explains why you are in business and the specific customer needs you fulfill.Consistency: Be able to define what allows you to provide your services day in and day out.Emotional Impact: This is what helps form a bond or a connection between you and your customers. A brand strategy should develop this impact and build upon it....
Most farmers are interested in new ways to add value to their business, which is where value-added products come in. Cleaning, processing, growing special items, packaging, milling, tours, storage, distribution, labeling and culturing all fall under the “value-added” umbrella. Value-added projects can help you stand out from the crowd, fill a specific demand, decrease boredom and hopefully, in the end, increase profits, but note that not all products or practices are right for every farm....
If you’ve made the decision that you want to work from home, the next question for many is: Should I work for myself or find a telecommuting employment position? Frankly, circumstances very often make this decision for us. However, if you’re lucky enough to be weighing the merits of self-employment (or freelancing) against traditional employment, consider these pros and cons of self-employment. 01 of 02 Pros Westend61 / Getty Images...
