Trying to fit all the planning and preparing and celebrating of the holiday season into an already busy schedule can bring a lot of stress to a time of year that's supposed to be full of peace. These days, even Santa needs help making his list and checking it twice!Fortunately, help is available. Virtual Assistants, or VA's, offer a wide range of services designed to save you time and lighten your workload, which is more important than ever at...more
IntroductionThe role of the Human Resource Manager is evolving with the change in competitive market environment and the realization that Human Resource Management must play a more strategic role in the success of an organization. Organizations that do not put their emphasis on attracting and retaining talents may find themselves in dire consequences, as their competitors may be outplaying them in the strategic employment of their human...more
Most people don't think it makes a difference which long distance provider they choose anymore. But, fact of the matter is, if you are still using one of the big three, you could save up to 60% on your monthly phone bill.If you know what you are spending, you have already made the first step toward saving. The long distance rate is only part of the whole picture when it comes to choosing a long distance company. The fees from one company to the next make a bigger difference than the actual rate in many cases. For example, a lot of long distance plans with very low rates have higher monthly fees. This is alright if you spend enough every month to make up for the fees. But, usually those who only spend $30 or less per month are better off with a long distance provider that offers low fees or no fees and a slightly higher rate. Those who spend more than $30 a month may wish to look into an unlimited long distance calling plan. Recently, these plans have become more popular, and for good reason. Some of them offer unlimited long distance for less than $30 per month.Along the same lines as the unlimited long distance plans, you may want to use a bundled service. These plans combine...more
Implementing an ISO 9001 system represents a major effort. However, all of that effort can represent a significant shift for a business - from quantity to quality. And this could make sure your business gets the desired results.Shift Focus to PerformanceDeveloping, implementing and maintaining your ISO 9001 program can be crucial to the core issues...more
"Ha!" you say. "For someone to make a statement like that, they obviously haven't worked in the real world and certainly have never had to run a company." Well, let me assure you. In my past I've not only run companies, but spent many years in one of the most notorious industries for turnover - the restaurant industry.Don't get me wrong, I...more
Product Review - IntroductionProduct Review - What I likedProduct Review - What I didn't likeProduct Review - Best Features SummaryTable of Contents - Seven Sections - 29 Tax TipsFinal Comments and Pricing (under $40)Suggested Books & Reference URLsPreview the 'Tax Reduction Toolkit' at: http://www.yousaveontaxes.com/toolkit.html?hop=msbjcocIntroductionThe author of the 'Tax Reduction Toolkit' is Wayne M Davies. He is a Tax Professional serving small businesses and self-employed individuals and also provides small business tax tips on his web site. To start, this product is specifically designed for the small business or self-employed individual who want (or need) small business tax tips. If you plan to become self-employed (even part-time), then this is a helpful product review. However, if you are not currently self-employed and you don't plan to become self-employed, then this product review won't provide many tax tips that will benefit you.If you're like me, I enjoy learning and I am constantly looking for small business tax tips. In most years, I use Intuit's Turbo Tax to complete my own taxes and this software helps identify potential deductions. I'll also surf the Internet...more
Presently council tenants are able to purchase their rented property after 2 years of tenancy. However, this is about to change. As of the 18th January 2005, the new Housing Bill becomes law and the current 2 years will change to a period of 5 years....more
Today's society has created an environment that requires business owners to be armed with numerous tools. Many employers currently spend little time verifying the accuracy of employment applications and the cost of not doing normal due diligence can...more
For three years in Internet Marketing, I've tried to find what the secret was to having a successful online business. During the first 9 months it was pure money-loss. I've lost count the number of downline clubs, retire early opportunities and other...more
What do I mean by '2nd Wave'? ... let me explain: Can you remember the good old days when affiliate programs first came into existence in the mid to late 1990's? Everybody jumped in with two feet and put up dozens of affiliate links on their site...more
In her third Harry Potter novel, 'The Prisoner of Azkaban', J.K. Rowling introduces a silent mysterious clan of spiny, cloaked creatures capable of siphoning off happiness and all good thoughts from anyone in their presence. Extended exposure to...more
Lack of Operations Manuals stunting your growth?CONTENTS:1. Do you lack functional Operations Manuals?2. Use a SYSTEM to write your Operations Manuals!3. Yes, but my people just don't/won't write stuff down!4. But people WILL write stuff down - if...more