🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readThe longer people live, the greater the chance they will need assistance in old age. And today, people are living longer than ever. As if providing for one’s own retirement isn’t hard enough, now we must factor in the cost of providing long-term care. Health insurance – including Medicare – is … Continue reading “Funding Options For Long Term Care Expenses”
🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readWhile social media can be an easy, wonderful way to keep in touch with friends, a means of support and a window into what’s going on in the world, there are downsides for kids of which parents need to be aware. Here is a snapshot of a few of the negative … Continue reading “Negative Effects of Social Media on Young Minds”
🖨 Print⏱ 3 min readNorthern Mariana Islands U.S. Workforce Act of 2018 (H.R. 5956) – This bill is related to the Consolidated Natural Resources Act of 2008, which stated that the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services must reduce the number of Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI) transitional worker (CW) permits each year, with … Continue reading “Offshore Jobs for U.S. Workers, Money for North Korean Refugee and Human Rights Programs, and a New $1 Coin Honoring American Innovation”
🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readWelcome back to the second and final part of our series on KPIs. In this portion, we’ll explore the best way to define Key Performance Indicators, as well as show you how to communicate them across your organization. Defining KPIs Here are a few guidelines you can use to focus your … Continue reading “Key Performance Indicators and Your Business – Part 2 of 2”
🖨 Print⏱ 3 min readPeople are spending less time “Googling” for information on where to shop, where to eat, where to vacation and where to get the best rates. Instead, many are using bots such as Amazon’s Alexa and iPhone’s Siri to do the browsing for them. Artificial intelligence (AI) bots do not just conduct … Continue reading “How To Write Bot-Friendly Copy for Your Website”
🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readSummer is in full swing and, with school out, lots of high school and college kids are working seasonal jobs before they return to their studies. It doesn’t matter if it’s mowing lawns, checking out groceries, painting houses or lifeguarding at the beach, here’s what you need to know about summer … Continue reading “Summer Jobs and Taxes”
🖨 Print⏱ 3 min readA large number of Americans intend to keep working past retirement age. For many, their reasons are financial. Some have a high level of debt while others are afraid if they retire too soon, they will run out of money. Working longer offers several financial benefits; workers are able to: Accrue … Continue reading “The Perks of Working Past Traditional Retirement Age”
🖨 Print⏱ 4 min readBrick and mortar versus the virtual office. It’s a dynamic that’s been ongoing for a couple of decades. But you might be wondering: how much has the traditional office really changed? Some Facts to Consider For perspective, consider data gathered by the International Workplace Group (IWG). IWG’s study, which included more … Continue reading “End of the Traditional Office: Fact or Fiction?”
🖨 Print⏱ 3 min readVA MISSION Act of 2018 (S. 2372) – This bill was introduced by Sen. John Isakson (R-GA) on Feb. 5 and signed into law by the president on June 6. This legislation permits veterans to seek care from private doctors and hospitals. It eliminates the previous rule stating that they could … Continue reading “Congress at Work: Benefits for Veterans, More Money to Counteract Gun Violence and a Higher Loan Limit for Small Business Loans”
🖨 Print⏱ 3 min readKey Performance Indicators, also known as KPIs, are core measurements that businesses use to monitor progress toward achieving goals and targets. KPIs, which vary widely by industry and entity structure, can be used to monitor and track all aspects of your business,. Management teams pay close attention to KPIs, looking for … Continue reading “Key Performance Indicators and Your Business – Part 1 of 2”