However obvious this may seem, spend a bit of time in considering who will buy your products and services. Now try and group them in some way. It may make…
Buying an existing business presents many advantages and I'm a huge fan of doing just that, I recently purchased a Sarasota FL business for sale and it's just been a…
Many companies ask applicants to send a letter of application, with or without a curriculum vitae. Such an approach appears to have several advantages. On its own a typed or…
Your aims when rejecting candidates must be to maintain a caring and friendly company image and to keep on good terms with each of them. They, and their family and…
You'll probably have a fairly lengthy list of applicants from which to select a new employee. Ideally, you'd interview all of them so that the best person is less likely…
For many lower grade jobs, in an office or on the shop or factory floor, the recruitment decision will be made after reading application forms, conducting interviews and taking up…
Of course, recruitment must not be carried out just to satisfy your immediate staff needs. You should be seeking someone who will stay with the company on a long-term basis,…
Customs allowances in Europe Customs regulations are one aspect that can cause problems for travellers. However, in recent years much has been done to simplify customs regulations between the European…
Europe is generally a safe part of the world in which to travel. However, the situation varies from country to country. It is always wise to take precautions when travelling…
You might not believe it, but you can backpack quite happily on £20 a day - or less. It needs careful planning of course, but if your budget is really…
Planning your itinerary will ensure that you get the most out of your trip. You needn't plan everything down to the last minute, but you should have a general idea…
Most travellers look for casual work, which requires few skills or commitment. Here are some of the jobs you could consider: Farm work Farmers often need a few extra pairs…
Entertainment is, of course, part of any trip. To get the best from this always plan ahead. If you write or 'phone the tourist office of the country concerned before…
Traveling inexpensively involves using your imagination. Here are five ways you can travel cheaply which you might not have thought about: Hiring a car Hiring a car is likely to…
Here are twelve important matters you should consider when travelling around Europe. 1. HIV and AIDS: The HIV virus is present, and cases of infection are increasing, in every European…
In an emergency the procedure should always be: Stay calm. Decide exactly what help is needed. Summon assistance (police, fire, doctor etc). As soon as possible, inform your emergency contact…
It is worth considering biking if you are a keen cyclist and also reasonably fit. The main advantage is that it is cheap and maintenance is easy in most countries.…
Every child is a picky eater occasionally. From an early age, your child will have particular food preferences. This phase may pass within a few days, or it may be…
Metal studs have been used for centuries, to decorate furniture and to hold fabric coverings in position. In the Middle Ages, tables and benches were sometimes covered with leather held…