Thursday, April 25, 2024
An employee handbook is a must for any small business, as it memorializes the employer's policies and procedures and informs employees of workplace rules and expectations. Employers should make sure that the handbook is provided to all employees and includes an acknowledgment for employees to sign indicating that they have received, […]
Humans seem to have a natural need to travel and visit places all the time. That habit dates back to the roots of mankind, when we were constantly forced to flee from dangerous animals since we did not know how to use tools and weapons to defend ourselves. That made […]
The west coast of Australia was first sighted by explorers in the 17th century, but it would be a while before anyone chose to do more than "see" it. Not only were they afraid to navigate the treacherous waters and reefs between them and the shore, but as far as […]
Floating around the world, living in the lap of luxury, visiting some of the planet’s most beautiful destinations and letting go of all your troubles — does this sound like the perfect holiday to you? If so, then you’re not alone. More and more people are choosing to take to the […]
For many the idea of checking in at a hotel and receiving an instant upgrade is a matter of fantasy. That doesn't actually happen does it? Actually, with the right advice and a confident manner you could be getting discounts and upgrades galore. Below are a selection of tips which, […]
When opening or changing your bank account, the wide amount of choice available can be overwhelming. Each account has a different range of benefits, with the differences sometimes hard to distinguish for the unaccustomed eye. Most banks offer savings accounts, current accounts, premier accounts and many more besides - but […]
Devon is one of the most primary counties in England. As a matter of fact, it is the third largest city with two coastlines. Both North and South Devon are visited by locals as well as foreign tourists annually. This has paved way to the development of various holiday accommodations […]
Travelling solo strikes fear in the hearts of lots of would-be travellers. "What - travel on my own? I could never do that." But if you don't have a partner, all your friends are too busy, or you want to do a trip that your wife/husband/family scoff at, solo travel […]
It comes to us all eventually that massive two-digit number that signifies that we’ve reached something of a mid-way point on the journey of life. Obviously there are many ways that you can approach this figurative milestone and from throwing a massive party to making some very odd decisions, there […]
Some ideas and tips on the best ways to get good photos without an expensive camera. Includes subject matter, settings and what makes an interesting photo. Tips on how to get the best from your camera. It may seem like you need an expensive camera and lots of different equipment, […]
Many of those who’ve lost their jobs during the recession want to turn their backs on corporate America and be their own boss. But before they trade their employee status for that of an independent contractor, they need to know the pros and cons of each. Distinctions Generally, an employer-employee […]
When the recession hit several years ago, there was a large amount of speculation about how long it would last and the scale of its severity. Since then, economies across Europe have fallen into a state far worse than that predicted by the majority of analysts with many commentators referring […]