Australia is one of the countries whose economy is largely driven by small and medium businesses. In 2015, it had over 2 million small enterprises, accounting for 97% of the total number of Australian businesses. It’s challenging, however, to get startups to take off without losing a lot of money. Reports say close to 55,000… Continue reading How to Lower the Cost of Doing Business for Small Enterprises
Divorce for Young People: Is There Really a Bright Side?
Statistical data in Suffolk County, New York City reveal that 26.7% of women below 20 years old file for a divorce, while there are 11.7% of men who do. Between ages 20 and 24, the rate goes significantly higher, with 36.6% of women and 38.8% for men filing a divorce. The rates go low again… Continue reading Divorce for Young People: Is There Really a Bright Side?
Negotiation Models for Out-Of-Court Dispute Resolution
Disputes are common between any group of people that spend some time together. These range from friends, families, and couples to employers and their employees. Some people choose to sweep their issues under the carpet and simulate as near normal a life as possible. This is nonetheless not only emotionally draining, but in most cases,… Continue reading Negotiation Models for Out-Of-Court Dispute Resolution
How to Spend a Vacation Wisely
Taking a vacation is one of the best medicines to keep stress away. Vacations are not complete without renting a perfect place you can stay and rest at night. Finding a good hotel, house, room, or resort takes a lot of time just for researching and comparing its prices. One factor that is looked at… Continue reading How to Spend a Vacation Wisely
Beyond Safety Drills: Ways to Further Improve Oil Rig Workers’ Health and Safety
Oil and Gas Industry Safety The US oil and gas industry is a multi-billion industry, employing thousands of workers. However, due to the nature of the industry, working with flammable materials, high-powered equipment, and oftentimes dangerous work environments exposes workers to numerous hazards. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), there have been… Continue reading Beyond Safety Drills: Ways to Further Improve Oil Rig Workers’ Health and Safety
Why Switching to ENERGY STAR Appliances Makes Sense
You might have seen it when shopping for a new refrigerator, washing machine, even your consumer electronics. You can also encounter it when booting up a computer for the first time. The ENERGY STAR logo is ubiquitous in modern appliances, but what does it mean? Whether you’re replacing your appliances or, more specifically, upgrading your… Continue reading Why Switching to ENERGY STAR Appliances Makes Sense
Knowing When to Repaint Your House
Would you know if it’s time to paint your house again? In truth, there is no set timeline when a house should be repainted because every house is different. Many experts believe that a house should be repainted every five to ten years, although that will depend on factors such as where you live and… Continue reading Knowing When to Repaint Your House
Five Secrets to Keeping Your Employees Happy and Motivated Without a Raise
Entrepreneurs know that for their businesses to prosper, they must have a solid team of employees working for the improvement of their processes, products, and services. In this ultra-competitive hiring environment, you have to stand out as a company to attract and retain the kind of workers you need. But how you are going to… Continue reading Five Secrets to Keeping Your Employees Happy and Motivated Without a Raise
Common Business Legal Problems and How to Avoid Them
It pays to be prepared. Rather than clamoring for a solution once a legal problem rears its ugly head, it’s best that you’re well informed on the most common legal issues that your business may face and you know how to avoid them. A lawsuit can cripple your business If you are a business owner,… Continue reading Common Business Legal Problems and How to Avoid Them
Your Next Travelling Adventure? Make it Taiwan
Want to try some stinky tofu? This is one of the best places to find it, abd you will also find other things to do while you’re there. If you love night markets, stinky tofu, and enjoy travelling, Taiwan is the place to be. Here’s a quick rundown of the fun-tastic things to do in… Continue reading Your Next Travelling Adventure? Make it Taiwan