POST CATEGORY : Economy & Environment

Cleaning Protocols Still Matter

Though the world is opening back up and we all start to feel safe in our new normal, businesses’ cleaning practices and protocols still matter to the consumer. And, with studies showing many employees would rather resign than return to the office after working from home the last year, cleaning protocols in the office still matter considerably too.

Cleaning protocols

Therefore, it’s vital as business managers and owners that we don’t start to slack in this department, so we keep not only an employee but client retention high.

High Touch Surface Protocols

During the height of the pandemic, it was almost miserable shopping in some grocery stores due to the wait lines as every conveyor belt, pin pad, and cart had to be wiped down between clients.…

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Making the Workplace More Comfortable

Employee satisfaction has been one of the main contributors to company success across multiple industries. Employees working in a comfortable workspace tend to be happier, motivated, and productive, with most aiming to perform to their best just because they want to. Creating a comfortable workspace is not an easy task and comes with physical and intangible changes to the work environment.

Comfortable workplace

This article focuses on some of the healthy options you can implement at your workplace to boost employee comfort.

Bring in natural light

Natural light influences the general ambiance of the work environment; it also impacts employee mood and energy.…

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Where to Buy Top Quality Triple Weighted Chess Sets Online

Originally the chess game belongs to India by the 7th century AD. But slowly it has become a famous brain game all over the world. Chess does not only provide a source of good time spending but it increases the thinking and IQ level of the players, because it is known as the game of mind.

Chess set

It is a famous game and millions of people play chess games. People play at home, in clubs, and in tournaments. In most recent trends, people are attached through online chess games.

People who are involved in chess business not only manufacture chess game sets but also various accessories that are used in this game.…

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4 Reasons to Prioritize Philanthropy in Your Business

Corporations routinely use philanthropy to build a strong brand and reputation. Some philanthropic donations are in the form of time, but most are monetary donations. For example, billionaires like Bill Gates, Michael Dell, and Warren Buffet regularly donate to nonprofit organizations and charities, including their own foundations. Between 2014 and 2018, Buffet donated $14.7 billion and the Gates donated $9.9 billion.

Philanthropy

What do billionaires gain from donating excessively high amounts of money? Their donations and involvement with meaningful causes establishes a positive reputation that creates consumer trust and tends to outweigh negative press.

Have you been curious about how philanthropy can support your business?…

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How to Choose a Standing Desk

At the end of the day, your office needs to be perfect. Otherwise, your productivity will be significantly lowered and you’ll experience a wealth of issues. You won’t be able to perform at your best. With that being said, you need to do what you can to enhance your office so you can get more from your time and energy.

Fancy standing desk

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Many people will benefit immensely by choosing one of the many standing desks. There is a good chance that you’ll fit into this category as well. When you switch to standing desks, you’ll benefit greatly.

However, you need to make sure that you choose one of the best standing desks for your office.…

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What is Transatlantic Shipping?

Transatlantic shipping, for the purpose of this article, is the movement of goods between the UK and the US, and vice versa. From a US perspective, the UK is currently its 7th largest goods trading partner at a substantial $132.3 billion in total two-way goods trade. This is no small number, even considering the scale of the US economy.

Transatlantic shipping

The US is the UK’s largest export and import market for goods outside of the EU. China comes in at 2nd place (of non-EU markets) behind the US, which may be a surprise to some.

The Special Relationship

The widely known ‘Special Relationship’ between the US and UK is an unofficial term first used by the former British Prime Minister Winston Churchill, during a speech in 1946.…

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Charities You Should Pay Attention to in 2021

Have you ever wanted to make a charitable donation to a good cause, but didn’t know where to donate, which organizations are best, or even how much to give? These are common questions that many people ask, and continually search for online daily.

Supporting charities

When it comes to options available, there are plenty of opportunities for giving back. Such methods include donating, launching a fundraiser, or doing a spontaneous action of goodness. You can also suggest contributing cash to a hospital or a non-profit group.

And before you reach a choice as to whether to donate, take out enough time to identify a charity you support.…

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USANA Finishes 2020 with Awards for Product Innovation and Excellence in PR

USANA is a notable player in the supplement industry and a leader in cellular nutrition today. For 25 years, the company has strategized on the best ways to promote health within the body. Its leaders have researched countless ingredients in an effort to give customers an edge in such a crowded marketplace. It seems as though much of the staff’s hard work is beginning to pay off.

USANA logo

In 2020, the company received more than 60 honors for its work, an accomplishment that is not taken for granted. At the end of the year, the company closed out with two additional awards that highlighted excellence in product innovation and public relations.…

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The UK is Leaving the EU in 2021: Here’s What You Need to Know

The UK is leaving the EU single market and customs union at the end of the transition period on the 1st January 2021.

Brexit 2021

Brexit will have implications for all UK businesses who trade with companies outside of the UK no matter if they are within the EU or outside the EU. Brexit will also impact on how many businesses currently use their finance software.

Due to the ongoing nature of the Government negotiations, it is tough for Finance software vendors to commit to firm updates until final decisions have been made.

Whilst it is likely that changes to standard Software will be deployed swiftly following the final decision, there are many changes that can be made now in preparation.…

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The Office of the Near Future is Zero Waste

From offices trading in stuffy cubicles for open-concept layouts to the huge shift to home workstations, office spaces have undergone some substantial changes in the past couple of decades.

Working toward zero waste office

While no one knows exactly what the future holds for these workspaces, we predict that the next shift will be toward the zero waste office—the answer to preserving the planet’s resources while also benefiting businesses, employees, and consumers.

What is Zero Waste?

Zero waste is an eco-initiative that aims to eliminate waste so nothing gets filtered into landfills, the ocean, or incinerators. This movement significantly propelled forward by the Zero Waste International Alliance (ZWIA), aims to create a circular economy in order to reduce the alarming rate we are consuming natural resources and filling landfills.…

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