Home Business

New Fund Boosts Credit For Small Businesses

Sunday, July 25, 2010

(ARA) – Despite signs of economic recovery, many small business owners continue to struggle to borrow money to sustain or grow their companies. This can have a big impact on local communities, which rely on small businesses to create much-needed jobs and provide critical services. With many traditional credit sources continuing to keep a tight rein on lending, many small business owners simply do not have access to conventional means of credit. The good news is that small business owners are increasingly able to access alternative and innovative sources of financing, including... [Read the full story]

Family Living

Dress Your Children Without Breaking the Bank

Wednesday, June 16, 2010

(ARA) – At what stage of childhood does it cost the most to clothe your children? Is it when they’re infants – and outgrowing their outfits on a monthly basis? Or during the terrible twos, when food and grass stains join with growth spurts to keep parents hunting for clothing bargains? Many new parents find the cost of keep their little ones comfortable and stylish can add up as quickly as the cost of diapers and formula. “Children grow faster in infancy and toddler hood than at virtually any other time in their development, and keeping them in durable, stylish outfits and... [Read the full story]

Web Analytics

Web Analytics Company Coremetrics Aquired by IBM

Monday, June 21, 2010

IBM will gain the ability to deliver powerful business analytics solutions with web analytics capabilities, after they announced a definitive agreement to acquire Coremetrics, a company, which creates software to help companies develop marketing campaigns that can return real-time intelligence on consumer reaction, and allow clients to make accurate decisions on marketing expenditures. Coremetrics is a developer of web analytics software and a privately held company based in San Mateo, CA. Coremetrics delivers web analytics capabilities to over 2,100 brands in industries such as retail, financial... [Read the full story]

Real Estate

Affordable and Easy Home Upgrade Budget Tips

Friday, June 18, 2010

(ARA) Living on a budget is the norm, rather than the exception, in the current economy. Whether you’re trying to entice potential homebuyers or just want to give your living space a quick spruce up, here are a few tips for making a big impact in the look of your home without breaking the bank: * Start small. Small improvements – like a fresh coat of paint or an attractive new floor – truly update a home because people’s eyes tend to notice surface areas first. Experts agree that these upgrades make all the difference to prospective buyers as well. According to... [Read the full story]

Technology 2010

Find Out What IT Professionals Do When Viruses Attack

Sunday, July 4, 2010

Before computers even started making their way into people’s homes, programmers were writing “viruses” that could cripple entire systems. Since then, viruses like “Melissa,” “ILOVEYOU” and “Conficker” have cost businesses and governments billions of dollars and thousands of hours in lost time. Office computer networks are especially susceptible to virus and malware attacks because they consist of a number of computers linked together. If one user accidentally downloads malicious software onto his computer, that virus will try to spread... [Read the full story]

Travel

Las Vegas: New Home of the Celebrity Chef

Friday, June 18, 2010

It used to be that you had to travel to Manhattan to eat from the table of a celebrity chef. It also used to be that Las Vegas was a barren wasteland of $5.99 all-you-can-eat prime rib buffets. Both are no longer true. In the last 15 years, the Las Vegas culinary scene has changed dramatically. The worlds of conspicuous excess and super gourmet dining have fused together under the bright lights of the Las Vegas Strip. Vegas, the place to be Sure, most of the best celebrity chefs still have restaurants in New York, but that is no longer enough. Now every major hotel and resort boasts one... [Read the full story]

Business & Career

New Fund Boosts Credit For Small Businesses

Using The Web For Targeted Social Networking

When searching for a new career opportunity, the traditional method of “pounding the pavement” has gone virtual. Companies are posting employment opportunities on their Web sites, and are also utilizing social networking tools such as Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn to spread the message. To find the right job, use an integrated approach of social media, job search sites... Full Story »

A New Focus In Job Searching: Personal Branding

A record number of people across the nation are unemployed and looking for work. As competition among candidates grows, it becomes more and more difficult to stand out in a crowd. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported on Feb. 5 that 14.8 million Americans were unemployed, a number that hasn’t changed much since the beginning of 2010. This translates to an average of six... Full Story »

Careers Emerging in the Science and Health Care Fields

Growth in technology is contributing to career options at an increasing rate. Many industries, from information technology to environmental science to health care, benefit from new and enriching career opportunities afforded by rapid advancements. Ten of the 20 fastest-growing careers are health care-related, with 26 percent of all new jobs created falling into this category, according... Full Story »

Many Audio Production Career Opportunities

If you want to be right in the middle of the media world, a career in audio production may be for you. Within the audio field, you can take a variety of career paths. You may have the opportunity to mix sounds for your favorite video game series, produce hit music, record the dialogue of famous actors and much more. If you’re interested in a career in audio production, here’s... Full Story »

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