Failure and Success in Business
A few years back, when I started my first company, I really missed a real business plan. Actually, I didn’t even know what that was. Trying to look back at that time, it’s actually kind of scary thinking about it and that decision wasn’t very smart. Ask any business expert out there and he will tell you that you should always have a business plan for your company and if you don’t have... [Read more]
China’s Business Practices With The US
China and the United States have had a rocky and often times strained relationship with each other. Even though China is on the other side of the world and at times, has come under harsh criticism for its beliefs, the United States still opts to make products there. Since 1971, when China finally joined the UN, business has been outsourced from all over the world to them. Most of the time,... [Read more]
Motivation in Management
What motivation does for management can be spectacular sometimes – it helps your employees reach their goals and objectives. You can usually find two types of employees in an organization: one of them has some internal self motivation, while the other one will only need motivation from time to time. Motivation can be temporary and external. If you’re dealing with the second employee type, emotions... [Read more]
Use Wireless Credit Card Processing as a Business Edge
Human hand holding plastic card in payment machine in shop Guest post Provided by Charge.com Payment Solutions, Inc. Charge.com is a company that offers wireless credit card processing to small businesses, while providing low costs and flexible options. Visit the Charge.com website for more information. As a business owner, you probably have the mindset of a money saver. You probably place significance... [Read more]
Consider Wicker Furniture for Your Office
Wicker furniture is stylish, beautiful and unique. Wicker furniture can make your office have a fresh look and give a feel of comfort. This furniture is strong, durable and comes in many designs. You can never go wrong with wicker furniture for your office. Some people fear that wicker furniture is not that strong due to its light feel. Contrary to that, the materials that make wicker furniture are... [Read more]
Common Permits Used in the Construction of Buildings
Summary: Before any construction can occur, certain permits must be acquired. Working on a construction project requires multiple parties. Adding up the number of workers, lawyers, planners, and contractors, it could be in the dozens, if not more. With so many people working collectively on a single project, and with so much on the line, you need to make sure that you obtain the right permits in order... [Read more]
Renovations That Do Not Pay Off
Summary: Renovations can make your house more personalized to fit your particular lifestyle. That being said, not all renovations will boost your house value when you decide to put it on the market. One of the main benefits of owning your own property is the fact that you can put it on the market when you please. Depending on the condition of the house, when you put it on the market, and how desirable... [Read more]
Tips for Figuring Out When to Sell Your Home
Summary: Since real estate markets can be going up one moment and down the next, you might be wondering when it would be wise to sell your house. There are some helpful guidelines you can follow to sell at the best time. Owning a house is a big responsibility but it can be exciting. Having your own house can give you the freedom to paint the walls whatever color you want, decorate it however you see... [Read more]
Areas to consider when creating a Business Plan for a retail shop
Creating a business plan is an important step to making a business successful, mainly because a business plan will summarize the steps that the business will take to grow and reach its goals. If you are looking at opening a retail stop, it is best to draw up a clear business plan to ensure you stay competitive. Here are a few areas to consider. Main investments – It is important to ensure that you... [Read more]
Corrected: AMB to buy ProLogis in bid to form warehouse giant (Reuters)
Reuters – AMB Property Corp has struck a deal to acquire rival ProLogis in one of the biggest real-estate deals since the financial crisis, creating the largest U.S. owner of warehouse and distribution centers. Go here to see the original: Corrected: AMB to buy ProLogis in bid to form warehouse giant (Reuters) Read More →
U.S. personal spending surges, jobless claims rise (Reuters)
Reuters – U.S. consumer spending in August rose at the fastest in nearly 8 years, but a weak labor market and the manufacturing sector’s below forecast growth in September could hamper a nascent economic recovery Read more from the original source: U.S. personal spending surges, jobless claims rise (Reuters) Read More →
U.S. World Bank pick to win broad support: Geithner
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – Jim Yong Kim, the U.S. nominee to lead the World Bank, will win broad international support despite an unprecedented challenge by candidates from emerging economies, U.S. Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner said in an interview Read more here: U.S. World Bank pick to win broad support: Geithner Read More →
BATS founder pushes for IPO despite "freak" glitch
NEW YORK (Reuters) – BATS Global Markets, the U.S. exchange operator that withdrew its public offering Friday after a computer glitch sent its newly-issued stock into a tailspin, should develop a “credible IPO plan” and go through with it in the second quarter, its founder and current director said. BATS’ own stock was to be its first listing. View original post here: BATS founder... [Read more]
Mortgage applications surge as rates tumble (Reuters)
Reuters – U.S. mortgage applications surged last week, with demand rising to its highest level since late-May as consumers sought to take advantage of the lowest interest rates in months, data from an industry group showed on Wednesday. Read the original here: Mortgage applications surge as rates tumble (Reuters) Read More →