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Business Writing - Using Contractions Isn't a Bad Thing
Basic business writing isn't as formal as it used to be. Email has had a great impact because it is conversational in tone. We use contractions when we speak, so we can use them in informal writing, including basic business writing.
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Yes - You CAN Compete with Offshore - Part I
Concerned, nervous, panicky, discouraged; any of these terms could be used to describe the feelings of American manufacturing companies when considering their offshore competition. But being competitive involves a LOT more than just cutting prices, and there are actually several areas where U.S. companies can look to compete. Let’s see what those are.
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A New Reason to Read
Why do we read? Well, we read for any number of reasons. I've read books for pure entertainment, to pass time, out of cohersion (school), or to learn about something I was interested in. Last year, however, I discovered a new reason I like to read.
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Another Year Hating Your Job or Loving Life
So, how satisfied are you with your career on a scale of 1 to 10, with 10 being extremely satisfied? If your answer is 6 or below, what needs to change for your career to be a 10? Will you spend another year hating your job or will make a change so that you’re loving your life?
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The Real Energy Crisis-How Much Is It Costing Your Business?
The fact is that enhanced energy, success and performance cannot be found in a bottle or can of espresso and we cannot replace sleep with a cup of coffee. Just as the world must find alternative sources of energy to oil it's clear that Corporate America must look to alternative sources of energy besides coffee to power its workforce. Instead of energy drainers American businesses must focus on becoming power generators.
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Cold Drink Vending Machine-To Buy or To Rent
A cold drink vending machine can be purchased or rented either from a wholesaler or a soft drink company. Here are some options to help you decided if this is the business for you.
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Laser Wood Cutting
Ever since its introduction in the mid 1900's the laser has come a long way. From light shows to scientific experiments, this optical phenomenon has been used in a variety of avenues. Today, lasers are being used in the manufacture process as cutting equipment.
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Tips For Finding A Commercial Real Estate Agent
When it comes to finding the right commercial real estate agent, it's not easy. The right agent can mean the difference between saving literally thousands of dollars in commission as well as making you millions of dollars.
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The Cost of Doing Business in South Africa
South Africa's energy costs are also among the lowest in the world. Eskom supplies most of Africa with electricity, and is known for its superior supply quality. The country also compares favourably for petroleum prices, with private sector and multinational oil companies refining and marketing nearly all imported petroleum products in southern Africa.
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Lean Manufacturing Processes
There are several processes that organizations apply to implement as a part of their lean manufacturing initiative. Some of the most famous ones are discussed below.
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Focus or Diversify - Which Path Should YOU Take?
You hear it form all sides, focus on what you are doing and the business will come. On the other hand, there are people screaming to have multiple streams of income. So which way should you go? Wel that depends ...
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Drafting History: The Magic of Drafting and Design
Drafting can be defined as a descriptive way to deliver an idea through the use of illustrations and drawings that show in detail the process of turning the idea into reality. This process dates back to thousands of years ago when primitive drafters illustrated on the walls of caves the processes by which they lived, hunted, worshipped, and died.
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Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Printing
The words that we see on paper or, for that matter, on many other media such as plastic, glass, wood or as embossed on visiting cards, is a technique made possible due to the art of printing. It is a form of technology that is defined as a process that helps reproduce copies of texts and images, mostly using ink on paper with the help of a machine called the printing press. This entire process is then termed publishing and includes newspapers, magazines, publicity leaflets and brochures, newsletters and many other forms that essentially serve the objective of disseminating information through the written word.
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Private Mailbox vs PO Box
What is the difference between a PO box (rented at the Post Office) and a Private Mailbox (rented at a The UPS Store location)? There are several differences listed below.
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Digital Printing Services
When you read the glossies have you ever wondered how these real-life effects are produced? It is the result of technology, digital printing to be precise. Digital printing is a process which uses electronic files to create prints with laser or inkjet printers.
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Air Freight Forwarding Companies Involved In Price Fixing
A worldwide investigation has been launched into alleged fuel price fixing by the air freight forwarding industry. Eleven major freight carrying airlines are being accused of trying to fix fuel price surcharges for freight forwarding flights
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