The success of your company depends on the quality of your employees. Attracting and maintaining sought-after employees is an ongoing challenge for most employers. One of the best ways to help differentiate your workplace is to include some of the most desired employee benefits. These benefits should align with the needs and interests of your employees. Studies show that benefits and company perks are a major factor in helping a job-seeker to decide if they will accept a position. In fact, some people consider desirable employee benefits as even more important than a bump in pay.View post

With every passing year, restaurant owners see various fluctuations in their business. Whether due to social reasons, or to pitfalls in the economy, all of these factors have some influence. As it pertains to the latter, there are a number of interesting trends to take notice of this year. Trends can either come and go, or become a permanent characteristic in the industry. These, in turn, can have varying effects on both the restaurant itself, as well as the overall economy. Some are obvious, while others may have hidden potential. View post

Life happens! While everyone wants a “happily ever after” ending that never ends, relationships go sour. Words are spoken that should not have been said. As the situation moves from bad to worse, the epic wedding vows that ended with a beaming smile as you shouted, “I do” quickly degenerate into “we are done.” Going through a divorce can be a traumatic affair. In the place of the minister who joined you in holy matrimony is a divorce lawyer who specializes in helping you separate reasonably and fairly. That is the lot we call life. If you are going through a divorce, ...

Whether you’re an employer trying to scout the best of the best for your workforce or an employee trying to get ahead, it can help to know what qualities define a good employee. Developing a better assessment of these behavioural traits and how to apply them in practical ways is key to succeeding in a business environment, be it as an employee or as an employer. Below are four key personal traits of a good employee: View post

Most homeowners, apartment dwellers, and condominium residents will inevitably deal with the hassle of kicking out pests. Indeed, the very first sighting you have of a centipede or a cockroach will be devastating and spine-tingling. But the more you see them, the more fed up you’ll become, which will finally prompt you to act. In addition to hiring a pest control service, you will want to institute preventative measures. And there’s a lot you can do even right now. Everything from maintaining your property to eating your food, you can ensure it won’t become a widespread problem. Do you have the guts ...

Although it is not something we’re likely to give a lot of thought to, it is important to know what your responsibilities are and how to properly dispose of the liquid waste you or your company produces. As much as “out of sight, out of mind,” is a tempting philosophy to subscribe to here, it doesn’t apply to waste management. Here is an overview of liquid waste and proper disposal etiquette. View post

First impressions are a pretty big deal, no matter what kind of person you are, unfortunately. This is why there are some things that you must do in order to ensure that you leave a good impression on people, whether those things be smelling good, having an acceptable appearance, or keeping a well-maintained home. Of course, not everyone will be able to see the inside of your home, so the exterior appearance is just as important as that of the inside. Naturally, the look of the lawn will play a huge role in the appearance of your home, which is why ...

Shipping costs can be hidden fees that you don’t see coming. No one ever really thinks about the shipping costs involved until it comes time to pay the bill. When the cost of shipping hits you harder than you thought, you step back and say, “Whoa!”. Because if you don’t plan and prepare, shipping can be a big bill that will eat into your profits as a retailer.View post

Corner guards are solid panels shaped in such a way that they can easily be attached to the corners of walls in high-traffic areas of buildings in order to protect the walls from being damaged. Corner guards can come in a number of different metals including stainless steel corner guards, as well as galvanized steel, industrial steel, and aluminum checker plate, which allows for a good corner guard for any situation. View post

Public relations are an essential part of business and is crucial to establishing top of the line marketplace leadership. It may not be something that people immediately think about, but there are public relation services at your disposal that can transform the business experiences. These services will help you tell your story, strengthen your brand and build a reputation for entrepreneurial culture. View post