Pet sitting can be a rewarding job but can also be tiring. If you are interested in making your own business as a pet sitter, here are answers to most frequently Asked Questions about this career. 1. What does a pet sitter do? What he/she is responsible for? Pet sitters care for your pet just as a baby sitter cares for your children. While most pets do not demand the same amount of supervision and care that a child does every pet has a certain...more
Cultural diversity is nothing new. Cultural diversity includes differences in national origin, race, ethical, language and religion.Managing or working with people from various cultures and subcultures groups can be both interesting and stimulating. However, it can also be stressful, confusing and frustrating when we do not understand what they are trying to communicate.Effective communication between people of different culture is one of the key...more
Does it sometime seem as though decision makers, economic buyers and hiring managers are residing in a gated community? As a sales person or job seeker, you don't have to grope for the access code. Learn how to reach decision makers so you too can enter the gates of sales and employment.Let's face it, half the difficulty in getting a sale or the job is getting to the decision maker to make your case. Traditionally there was a secretary or administrative assistant to circumnavigate. Now there are electronic nemeses as well: challenges like voice mailboxes and blind e-mail addresses. The constant: it's still tough to get past the gatekeepers - those professionals who "guard" the decision makers and often run interference for them - to get in front of decision makers.Gatekeepers (GKs), those entrusted with guarding the Decision Makers (DMs) you wish to reach, can be your adversaries or allies, depending on your approach. They serve as a filter or screen for their bosses. Your challenge: to be regarded as important enough to be allowed into their inner sanctum. Gatekeepers may be administrative assistants, secretaries, voice mail systems or main switchboard operators. They may also be...more
A powerful strategy for business success is to, first and foremost, have a strategy.Businesses fall apart because of a lack of strategy.Many businesses go about their day-to-day activities without knowing where they're going. They just perform task after task hoping that they'll end up some place good.Sorry to say, hope is not a strategy."How are...more
While the computer is a "tool" rather than a discipline, it is such an important, time saving tool that its proper and strategic use in modern business is critical to maximize information access and profitable decision making.Small businesses today face growing inventory requirements, increased customer expectations, rising costs and intense...more
There has been a rapid growth in the availability of zero per cent rates in the credit card industry. These have been caused by the combination of very low national interest rates, and the injection of fierce competition from American lenders such as Capital One. The UK credit card industry is now recognised as one of the most sophisticated and competitive credit card markets in the world. One of the most popular innovations in the past number of years has been the introduction of the zero per cent balance transfer. This has revolutionised the finances for many indebted customers. How it works is if you have very high interest charges on one of you're out standing credit card balances, then you can transfer it to a new credit card. In exchange for getting your business in this way, the new credit card provider will give you a zero per cent interest rate on the sum transferred for a period of usually, six to nine months. While taking advantage of these zero per cent offers is highly advisable, as it can save you literally hundreds on interest charges, there are still precautions that you should take if you wish to avoid some costly mistakes. The first thing to realise is that there...more
Selecting the location for your business is one of the most important decisions you will make; the success of your business could depend upon it. Base your decision on sound research and fact, rather than an initial reaction.1. Know the area2. ...more
According to the New York Times "many national banks are encouraging clients with low balances to overdraw their checking accounts, allowing the banks to avoid credit laws and collect billions of dollars in new fees." You might now realize that pay...more
When I started my first business I didn't have a solid, well thought-out business plan. I threw together a rough one that I used to apply for a bank loan (which I didn't get, by the way). I've found the best way to make sure a business is going to be...more
Are you thinking about beginning a home business? Chances are that you dont need to be convinced. Nevertheless, you have to be certain that you are doing the home business for the right reasons, and that you arent going to be surprised by anything...more
If you would like to purchase a home but believe you are unable to because your credit has gone through some challenges, think again, there just may be some hope for you.The mortgage industry is a very diverse one. And these days it is no longer a...more
You're looking to find a payday loan or cash advance loan company that is reputable, provides excellent service, and is properly licensed in their state of business. Also look for a payday loan site that is professionally designed and managed, run by...more