Workplace injuries sometimes seem harmless, but even the smallest injuries can result in long-term medical problems. Some can cause job loss. Yet, if handled correctly, this does not need to happen. If if you handle it professionally, a workplace injury can help you achieve personal growth. What is a Workplace Injury? According to the Workplace …
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Feb 20
Four Ways that Wearing a Uniform Improves Your Job Performance
Whether you’re joining the uniformed workforce or considering entering the armed forces, you may be wondering what the purpose of a uniform is. Sure, it helps that a group of uniformed people are easy to identify as belonging to the same group or unit, but what can a uniform do for you as an individual? …
Feb 13
Injured On the Job: Three Steps You Should Take Now
Employers have a special duty to ensure their employees’ safety, from providing the safest work environment possible to enforcing safety rules, regulations, and best practices. When an employee is injured on the job, he or she may face medical costs, lost wages, or even be forced into retirement. However, if you’re hurt on the job, …
Jan 22
How to Prevent Injury in Machine Related Employment
Everyone working around machinery is at risk of sustaining serious injuries. Some injuries are caused by inattention to details. Others are caused by faulty machinery. Recovering from these injuries could require months or years of treatment. Employers should take every precaution possible to protect workers. Several steps will help to prevent machine-related injuries in the …
Jan 19
Fix Damaged Roof Shingles – Without A Contractor
Image Courtesy of Matt Banks / FreeDigitalPhotos.com The roof and foundation are the two most important portions of your house. Today is the focus of the roof. Replacing a roof is astronomically costly, but not doing so when it is needed is disastrous. Learn here how to switch out a few shingles that need replacing, …
Jan 09
How To Check Your Roof For Leaks
Photo credit: Free Digital Photos by Xedos4 Each year, the weather wreaks havoc on your roof. With each spell of ice, small particles are dislodged. The sun itself causes wear and tear. Acid rain promotes decay. Is your roof actually able to stand up to it? With a routine maintenance program, the answer is a …
Dec 31
How to Virtually Guarantee Every New Product is a Success
Despite their best efforts, companies may end up launching products that turn into duds. This is a costly mistake for a small business owner. Furthermore, when products are not successful in succession, a company may go bankrupt. Luckily, with these four tips, an entrepreneur can ensure that the product launch is a success. Promotion: When …
Dec 18
Your Rights On The Job: 5 Rights You Might Not Be Aware You Have
With employment numbers still struggling, the job market can be a competitive place for prospective employees. Because employers are flush with potential candidates, some bosses may feel that they can take advantage of their employees under the threat of replacement. However, all employees are protected by certain rights and laws. Below are five rights that …
Nov 27
6 Rules for Building Your Reputation in a Service Industry
When you are in the service business, your reputation is all you have. If you don’t have a good reputation, your business will quickly fail. On the other hand, a strong reputation will build your business quickly and help to ensure its success. If you want to thrive in the service industry, then follow these …
Nov 20
Where to Find a Job With Your Liberal Arts Degree
Liberal arts degrees are very attractive to many students because they provide a broad education that covers many interesting topics. Graduates with a liberal arts degree are not as specialized in any single industry as people with narrow majors, and this can make finding a job difficult. But do not fear, because Liberal arts degrees …