There are few things that are more rewarding than than the feeling of accomplishment that hard work can bring. However, hard work can also come with its own set of dangers in certain occupations. The average number of fatalities per 100,000 workers was 3.3, as of 2014, but many other industries are at nearly 6…
Human beings tend to be creatures of habit. We engage in all sorts of behaviors that our conscious mind actually doesn’t really engage in, all that often. It’s rather incredible, really, the ways that our brains can operate without us actually thinking about it. Sometimes, these types of subconscious behaviors are beneficial to our existence,…
Hiring a contractor is a critical decision, one that can make or break the budget and timetable for any operation. If the business requires subcontractors to complete an application, this can be an excellent way to get information, and if references are provided, they should take advantage of them and make inquiries on the subcontractor’s…
Did you make a New Year’s resolution last month to pay off your debt, only to find yourself slipping back into old habits halfway into the month? Paying off debt is undoubtedly difficult, but it can be done, and even if you’ve started to slip backward, it isn’t too late in the year to renew…
Statistics show that employees who are happy at work are more productive. Company culture is becoming more important and is ever changing as the work force is now composed of millennials. Company culture doesn’t necessarily make it easier to work, but it gives employees a reason to come to work, and that makes all the…
Here are some simple, viable ways in which you can make extra money on the side. Amazon marketplace – Most people have some experience with sellers on Amazon marketplace whether they know it or not. Usually when you look up an item on Amazon, the most prominent price will be the price of the brand…
There are many new challenges that one faces when starting up a business. An entrepreneur needs to have a wide variety of knowledge in many different subjects, or at least employees who have that knowledge and can utilize it for them. However, one absolutely necessary weapon that every business owner needs is a keen understanding…
Ever dreamed of making a living blogging? Well, the best way to approach it is by treating your blog like a business—and it’s easier than you might think. Here are 5 key ways that you should approach blogging if your blog is going to earn you money. Define your niche. Every successful company is able…
Alright, look at you landing a new job! While the job market has certainly picked up in recent years, that doesn’t mean it feels any easier to get a job, especially a good one that pays well. Before you go out celebrating your new fortune, and hopefully not spending your fortune, there are a few…
One of the most difficult situations you will face in your life can also be one of the most important. Getting notified that you are being fired, terminated, cut, or laid off can be a gut-wrenching experience. More than likely you will be given a severance package. This package should include a variety of things…
Is there a business that you’ve always dreamed of starting? Are you thinking of starting it soon? That’s great! The lynchpin of our American society is the ability to engage in entrepreneurial ideas and start our own companies. However, this process is obviously very challenging. Many of these potential business owners fail because they are…
Being taken advantage of is never fun. We all have that one friend who never pays you back, or always asks to borrow movies and never returns them. Unfortunately, it is also common to be taken advantage of in the workplace. Many people realize that they are being taken advantage of, but continue to work…