Experienced project managers and those who work in big companies will have software and accountants to help them put together project budgets. But what if you don’t? If you are staring at a blank spreadsheet or an email from your project sponsor asking you to put together the finances for the project, then this article is for you. We’ll look at the five things you need to do to create a basic project budget....
“Greening” your business doesn’t require lowering overall material production, but it does require you to use energy and resources more efficiently, and mitigate existing waste streams. A poll of U.S. consumers found nearly half would shift their buying habits to reduce their perceived personal impact on our global ecosystem. The surveyed consumers belong to an American audience that consumed an estimated $128.5 billion worth of sustainably-branded goods in 2018. The following tips can help your business attract this growing audience of green consumers and employees:...
Grand Theft Auto IV: Episodes From Liberty City for Xbox 360 is a compilation of two expansion packs that add more missions, characters, and weapons to GTA IV. With the extra content comes new unlockables and cheat codes. The GTA: Episodes From Liberty City cheats are for the Xbox 360 version. There are separate cheats for Episodes From Liberty City on PC and the PS3 version. Lifewire / Bailey Mariner What’s Included in GTA Liberty City?...
Harmonized sales tax (HST) is a consumer tax that combines the Canadian federal goods and services tax (GST) and provincial sales tax (PST). It is collected by the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) which then remits the appropriate amounts to participating provinces. Not all Canadian provinces collect the HST. Your sales tax rate—and type of sales tax—will depend on where you are in the country. What Is the Harmonized Sales Tax?...
Conducting a long-distance job search and attracting the attention of employers outside your home area can be a challenging task. Many employers view local candidates as safer prospects than those who would need to relocate. In addition, working with long distance candidates involves more scheduling and can complicate the hiring process for the company. Employers also save on relocation costs and interview travel costs by hiring from their local area....
After the tragic death of Michael Jackson, thousands of fans decided to honor him through imitation. Tribute artists all over the world are suiting up to honor the memory of Michael and to keep the spirit of his music alive for years to come. Make your own Michael Jackson costume this Halloween season and show off your best moves. 01 of 10 The Hair Michael Jackson Costume. Dave Hogan / Getty Images...
Motivational quotes can be used in many different ways and can be shared through aloud or in written form. Coaches, managers, directors, and human resources professions lead, inspire, and direct their teams with quotes from major figures in literature, politics, sports, entertainment, and philosophy. How and When to Use Inspirational Quotes It’s important to use the right quote at the right time in the right way. While the right quote can inspire, the wrong one can backfire badly....
Few job titles carry with them as much fascination and intrigue as that of “special agent.” Most likely, the term immediately conjures images of talented FBI agents, covert operatives, or even men in black suits and dark sunglasses, all of whom are named “Smith.” Popularized by all sorts of movie and television depictions, special agents are most often assumed to be working fascinating cases and traveling to exotic places. Though the glamour of special agent jobs is often exaggerated, they do tend to pay higher salaries (often six figures) and come with more intensive and specialized training....
Starting an animal rescue or shelter requires proper planning, facility preparation, and dedicated fundraising efforts. The Humane Society of the United State is a good resource for finding models to follow and understanding the standards you must meet. It’s also important to understand what sort of animal rescue organization you intend to establish. Some oversee a network of foster homes for animals in need of permanent homes, while others maintain an actual physical shelter, or some combination of both approaches....
In 2008, the Secretary of Defense authorized a pilot program called Military Accessions Vital to the National Interest (MAVNI). The goal of the program was to recruit individuals fluent in languages the U.S. military considered critical as well as those with health care training, into the Armed Forces. The program was frozen in 2016. This program was aimed at nonresident legal immigrants who had been living in the United States legally for at least two years and was initiated to enhance military readiness....
Pet insurance agents offer health insurance coverage policies for a variety of pet species. Pet insurance serves to minimize sudden significant veterinary costs for pet owners in the event that a medical situation should arise for a pet. Ideally, an agent will help clients choose a plan that best suits them and be knowledgeable about the types of plans available. The agent may take into consideration factors such as the age and species of the pet, as well as what types of coverage the owner will want to include (i....
If money is tight and options are limited, you will have to come up with some creative ways to spread the word about your business or client. One of these solutions could be remnant advertising, which can give you exposure other companies have paid much more for, but at a huge discount. However, the cut-price comes with fewer options. Remnant advertising is also known as last-minute advertising, discount advertising, budget ad space....
One of your most important tasks as an employer is to keep records on employee pay and benefits, as well as payroll taxes paid by your business and your employees. These records are required by federal and state agencies. Payroll and payroll tax documents are necessary for a variety of reasons. Why Employers Must Keep Payroll Records Both federal and state agencies require employers to keep records on employee pay and on payroll taxes....
If a co-worker, friend, or former colleague is retiring, consider sending them a note of congratulations. Even though retirement is a positive move, saying goodbye to a long-time job, and leaving colleagues that likely have become friends, is a big step, and one worthy of acknowledgment. Why Write a Retirement Congratulations Letter If you’re unsure if you should send a note, think about it this way. Just like getting a new job or promotion, graduating, getting married, having a child, or any other major life shift that warrants congratulations, retirement is a major life shift and merits congratulations....
As a job applicant, nothing is worse than hearing nothing from a prospective employer, so it’s important to communicate with applicants throughout this process. Job applicants who are not selected for an interview deserve a rejection letter so that they can move on with their job search. For every job you post you likely will receive more applications than you can handle. Responding to all of these job applicants is time-consuming....
It’s important to thank colleagues who help you out at work. They need to hear that their efforts are appreciated, and that you are willing to reciprocate when you can. Sending a formal thank-you note when someone helps you at work is not only polite – it also serves to strengthen your relationship, heighten camaraderie, and build morale in the workplace. When writing a thank-you letter to a coworker, it’s fine to keep the tone casual, as long as your format is correct....
Tasked with finding the most heinous hue known to humans, researchers arrived at Pantone 448C – and the Australian government is putting it to good use. Whether we realize it or not, color affects our brains in far-reaching ways, a fact not lost on marketers who spend a lot of effort in selecting colors meant to lure us into spending money. But what if color could be used for just the opposite?...
Uniformed officers and other personnel in a police department work together closely to keep the public safe. They work all hours of the day and night, solving cases and preventing crime. Working in a police department can be highly rewarding, and there may be more career options than you think. Here are a few of the jobs you’ll find in a police department. Police Chief amphotora / Getty Images The police chief is the top administrator and public face of a police department....
Severance pay is money that an employer may extend to a laid-off or terminated employee. Although there are no federal laws requiring severance pay, many employers offer it, typically in consideration for signing a release waiving the right to file future legal claims. An effective severance pay policy can protect your organization against lawsuits, build your employer brand, and foster a positive company culture. What Is Severance Pay? Severance pay is compensation that companies offer to employees who are terminated for various reasons....
Coronavirus (COVID-19) is rapidly transforming the workplace and how work is being done. From updated leave policies to asking all possible employees to work from home, employers are implementing a variety of strategies to manage the impact of coronavirus on the workforce. Workforce Changes Due to Coronavirus Here’s a guide to how coronavirus is changing today’s workplace and how it impacts job applicants, employees, and laid-off workers. Job Cuts, Layoffs & Unemployment The unemployment rate was 5....
