If you wear glasses or have never experienced vision correction, you could almost get away with not ever having to see an eye specialist at all. ‘Almost’ being the operative word here. The truth is that a large number of people are skipping out on eye exams because they think they’re unsafe. Some of the other excuses they use include the specialist being too far away, large medical expenses and lack of insurance. Continue reading…
Regardless of whether you are a senior, approaching the senior years or still in your middle ages, the topic of insurance is a dreaded one. But, nevertheless, we all know that even though it can be difficult to think about, it is still something we all need to have to protect ourselves and our families.
There are many different options available, each with their own complex conditions and details. This makes the process of choosing the right one for you a bit overwhelming and intimidating. Continue reading…
This summer has been a scorcher. The nights have seemed longer, the weekends are brighter, hotter and just begging for you to head out on the bike or to put on the running shoes.
I’ve found that my running trends have gone longer and harder. I’ve run further this year already than I did in the whole of last year. It is just so easy to get out after work and head to the roads. Getting home and throwing off the work clothes and shackles, to replace them with the running vest and trainers. It is not only great for our training plan, but great for the mind. Continue reading…
Winters are already here as there’s a chill in the air. With the advent of winters, the mercury drops and so does your motivation to stick to your exercise regime and diet plans. Many of us would prefer to eat more and do less. But what will that do. It will start to add pounds, especially around the abdomen area. Continue reading…
The acronym NIMBY (not in my backyard) is often used when speaking of litter. In other words, rubbish is not a concern until it directly affects our lifestyle. This is a very real problem and litter is becoming an increasingly important issue throughout the United Kingdom. For example, were you aware that 48 per cent of the population admits to dropping rubbish? In fact, the sheer amount of litter has increased by an incredible 500 per cent since the 1960s (1). It is therefore important that we begin to take responsibility for our actions in order to ensure a safe and healthy environment for future generations. Continue reading…
Selling a business can represent one of the most important and life-changing decisions that you will ever make. Whether you are about to reach the age of retirement or you are hoping to join forces with a similar organisation, there are many factors that should be addressed. One of the most important variables to understand is how mergers and acquisitions function. While you have likely already heard of these terms, they are a bit more complicated than they may initially appear. Let’s look at the differences between these two possibilities before examining a few suggestions to keep in mind during the sales process itself. Continue reading…
I work in an industry populated with salespeople. We sell stuff, it is the whole reason for our company’s very existence. It makes sense that almost everyone I work with should be a naturally great salesperson.
They make you believe that you are the most valuable person in the room and that everything you say has merit. Continue reading…
Every single room in one’s home has its important role, but organizing and designing your bathroom the way it feels and looks as pleasant, comfortable and functional as possible is essential. After all, this is the place for your own personal time and private moments. In the end, there’s nothing like having a relaxing bath/shower after a long day to help you unwind. Precisely because of this, it’s paramount that you find your personal environment soothing. If you already have plans to redesign your bathroom, modern trends are definitely the way to go. That doesn’t mean that you can’t add your personal touches, but the accent is on the functionality and minimalism. Continue reading…
Many men are taking a do-it-yourself approach when it comes to their clothing. Generic styles are a thing of a past and thanks to this rather innovative perspective, it is increasingly common to create one-off items such as caps, jackets and jumpers. Let’s take a quick look at some benefits of using wool when fashioning such clothing as well as a handful of top sewing tips in order to ensure that the project is completed within a timely fashion. Continue reading…
Do you love to refinish furniture? Then you could get in on a business that’s in big demand. And with that big demand could be big bucks.
But turning your skills into a business may seem a bit more daunting. However, as you’re tempted to make it harder than it is, we are going to help you make it a bit easier.
We will show you 7 ways to get your furniture refinishing business off the ground. Continue reading…