Most golfers know the typical par lengths of golf holes instinctively. We’ve played enough holes that we can usually be told a hole’s length and, based on that length, know whether the hole is a par-3, par-4 or par-5 hole (or, rarely, a par-6). But are there are rules within the golf world for exactly what lengths a par-3, par-4, par-5 hole can be? Or must be? There are not hard rules about that....
Much like their civilian counterparts act as company representatives to the media, the Army Public Affairs Specialist acts as a liaison between the Army and the press. A background or interest in journalism is extremely useful, and strong communications and writing skills are crucial for soldiers in this job, military occupational specialty (MOS) 46Q. Public Affairs Specialist (46Q ) Duties & Responsibilities These soldiers will be responsible for writing and editing news releases, newspaper articles, online articles and other written materials, which could be used either for military or civilian publications....
Publicity is media attention for your product, service, or business. It can include traditional news sources, like news shows and newspapers, and new media, like podcasts, blogs, and websites. Learn more about how publicity works. What Is Publicity? Publicity creates public awareness of yourself, your business, or your brand, products, or services through media coverage and other forms of communication. It’s often part of a marketing campaign. Publicists help to manage publicity for individuals and businesses with a goal of increasing positive publicity and minimizing or responding to negative coverage....
Cover letters are used alongside resumes to apply for a variety of jobs, and the retail industry is no exception. Whether you are applying for a managerial position or looking for a part-time seasonal job, it’s important to make your cover letter stand out from the competition. The cover letter is your first impression and it needs to be a good one. You need to let the hiring manager know who you are and why you are the perfect person for the job....
In addition to the security deposit lease agreement detailing the terms of your lease and the policies and procedures for the security deposit, a separate document which will serve as a security deposit receipt should be included in every rental closing package. Basics of the Security Deposit Receipt This document will serve as a rider to your lease and stand as proof that you have received the tenant’s security deposit. The tenant will sign it at the same time they sign the lease agreement....
Starting a business in Canada may seem overwhelming at first. There are quite a few steps to the process, so it helps to take it step by step. This guide is designed to help you make your dream of becoming an entrepreneur a reality. Each step of this guide links to detailed information that will go into greater detail. The steps are roughly in order, but there is some flexibility. It really doesn’t matter if you complete step three, for instance, before you complete step two....
Landlords have a right to screen prospective tenants, and you’ll want to be as thorough as possible. Certain questions are simply off-limits. Asking a tenant about their race or religion are big no-nos, as are questions about arrest records. There are some main topics you’ll want to steer clear of if you’re going to stay on the right side of the law. Questions That Violate Fair Housing Laws Avoid any question that could seem discriminatory toward a certain class of people....
2007, despite its numerous disappointments, spawned many memorable moments. Like the theme music to a good movie, these songs underscored a unique year in hip-hop. Ladies and Gentlemen, grab your iPods! Cue the time machine! It’s time to rewind 2007 and explore the year’s best 100 rap songs. Disclaimer: The songs were ranked on production quality, lyrical appeal, and overall impact. It’s a highly subjective list and we’re not claiming it to be the gospel....
Some of the U.S. armed services allow personnel to request early separation to serve in the National Guard or Active Reserves. The other active-duty services occasionally will allow you to request a discharge from active duty to serve in the Guard or Reserves under a Convenience of the Government Discharge. While you can easily get discharged from the Delayed Enlistment Program (DEP), getting out of the military once you are on active duty and before your active duty commitment ends is not a simple process....
Just how much information should you share with your employees to increase the level of transparency in your business? Every business owner and every manager has to decide, sometimes daily, just how much information they want to disclose. Do you want to let employees know that the company revenues are changing? What about internal reshuffling or downsizing? It’s important to weigh the consequences of all these actions. Sometimes, confidentiality is necessary, but sometimes, keeping issues too secretive can end up embroiling the employer in legal trouble....
Description: TripAdvisor’s Visit Orlando Noteworthy Neighborhoods Sweepstakes is giving away cash and more to help you put together a free trip to Orlando, Florida. The prize is worth about $5,000 in total. Sweepstakes Links: Click Here to Enter this SweepstakesClick Here for the Official Sweepstakes RulesClick Here for the Sweepstakes’ Home Page Note: If the sweepstakes entry link doesn’t work for you, try entering through the home page and looking for a link to the sweepstakes....
Did somebody just tell you to GTFO in a text or somewhere on social media? If you’re just seeing this weird online acronym for the first time, you might want to brace yourself before you find out what it means… GTFO stands for: Get The F*** Out. You can probably already tell that those three asterisks behind that F represent the F-word. Despite its derogatory connotation, it’s worth looking into some of the different ways that GTFO might be used....
First came the millennials. Then it was the hipsters. And then millennial hipsters. Now it’s time for the Yuccies—“the cultural offspring of yuppies and hipsters.” Yuccies are a classification of Generation Y individuals—born between 1982 and 2001—and are educated, creative, and urban living. The term grew from an article and research published in June 2015. The first was a Forrester Research report titled “The Kids Are Overrated: Don’t Worry About the Millennials....
Do you feel that life has been unfair to you? Do you feel that people and situations have let you down? Don’t hover on these bad thoughts. Instead, embrace the power of positive thinking. Here are a few quotes that might pep you up. Nelson MandelaI learned that courage was not the absence of fear, but the triumph over it. The brave man is not he who does not feel afraid, but he who conquers that fear....
In business, you will find times that you disagree with the decisions or recommendations that other hold. While you will never come off in a positive light if you adopt the disagree before knowing what they’ll say tactic, it is possible and necessary to express disagreement from time-to-time. Doing it properly and professionally, however, is critical to your success. This article offers ideas on how to navigate this sometimes awkward issue....
Organic became all the rage about the turn of the century when Millenials took control of much of the food consuming population. The popularity of the healthy supermarket chain, Whole Foods fueled the “organic is healthy” fire. Certified organic seeds for crops and other organic agricultural uses has been a long-standing problem within the organic industry. Both seed availability and debates over organic vs. non-organic seed production systems equally play a part....
Agricultural engineers solve farming problems, including issues with machinery, storing and processing agricultural goods, and environmental issues. Learn more about becoming an agricultural engineer. What Is an Agricultural Engineer? Agricultural engineers improve processes associated with producing agriculturally-based goods and managing natural resources. They design agricultural machinery, equipment, sensors, processes, and structures and work on projects ranging from developing climate control systems for livestock to integrating artificial intelligence into agriculture. How Agricultural Engineers Work...
The company has grown to encompass subsidiaries in industries ranging from entertainment to publishing, to retail sales of just about any product you can imagine. The company has grown to encompass subsidiaries in industries ranging from entertainment to publishing, to retail sales of just about any product you can imagine. The company has grown to encompass subsidiaries in industries ranging from entertainment to publishing, to retail sales of just about any product you can imagine....
According to auto recycling statistics, the car you are driving today will be a good source of many recyclable materials when it comes time to retire your ride. In fact, around 80% of a car can be recycled. Much of that takes place while your car is still in service, through automotive aftermarket recycling. Let’s have a look at some basic facts and figures pertaining to auto or car recycling:...
In law enforcement, internal affairs is the department that investigates allegations of wrongdoing by police currently serving on the force. Because they are investigating fellow officers, the department is separated from the force-at-large and report to an investigative board or the agency’s chief. Law enforcement officers must be held to the highest ethical standards. So, sometimes mistakes can rise to a level that requires a full internal investigation and possibly severe discipline....
