This strain is forcing high energy costs on European companies which in turn will inevitably affect imports from Europe and the companies buying them as prices soar to accommodate energy costs. What could this mean for business owners enmeshed in globalization? Well, if you’re importing from Europe or doing business with anyone in the EU, expect higher trade prices as European companies are attempting to offset the cost of rising energy, especially if Russia puts embargos on their oil.
Read MoreThis incident brings to light a lot of questions about workplace stress making it a major consideration. In no way are we suggesting that the customer or the job is to blame for the incident, nor do we think you shouldn’t protect your customers. However, what can’t be ignored is that an overload of stress is likely the culprit.
Read MoreThis simultaneous overlapping of several distinct types of unlawful conduct can engender incorrect assumptions among many that IP can be "stolen". The theft is typically not as much about the removal of physical property but the intellectual product that makes any physical product or service of value…
Read MoreThere are literally hundreds of automation tools, and only you will know which works best for you. Take a look at the organization tools you use now and poke around. You'd be surprised how much of today's software has the capability to set alarms, set recurring dates, or complete routine tasks automatically. You don't really know how much time you have until you start eliminating activities that are mundane and can be easily thrown into rotation. We've provided you with a couple of ideas for free automation tools but there are so many more. Once you've seen what your existing systems can do for you, start branching out to free services, and if you find them useful - consider their paid alternatives…
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