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3 digital marketing tips that have nothing to do with social media
Katina Hernandez MarketingNo matter the industry, running your own business is challenging — especially if you are running your own small business. Faced with tight budgets, small business owners are often forced to wear many hats, including that of the chief marketing officer.
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Follow the consumers’ path of purchasing a travel product
Linchi Kwok Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementHotels have been working hard to win more travelers to "book direct" on their companies' websites, but are consumers listening? In fact, hotels are not alone. All service providers in the hospitality and tourism industry want their customers to make purchases directly on their websites, but consumers want to search and compare various options before making a decision.
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6 back pain myths busted
Heidi Dawson Medical & Allied HealthcareWhile everyone knows someone with a "bad back," it seems that many people aren't up to date on their knowledge of back pain causes and treatment. There are many myths out there surrounding this subject — some are due to outdated information, while others are just plain wrong. Below, I've rounded up the most common myths I hear and tried to sort the wheat from the chaff.
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Remove the shackles of nurse martyrdom
Keith Carlson Medical & Allied HealthcareNurses love to be of service and provide care to those who need it most. Some nurses also seem to experience secondary gain from playing the role of the martyr. Martyrs give and give until they have nothing left, sacrificing themselves for the good of others. Nurses can fulfill this role easily if they choose to do so.
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Learning never stops for leaders
Betty Boyd Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementLeaders who want to be successful cannot remain complacent — they must continue to grow through learning. Learning should be a lifelong pursuit for anyone, but it's especially crucial for leaders. The acquisition of knowledge is the best endorsement for showing others that it's OK not to know everything. The discovery of studying in a new area of expertise will give a person a boost in achieving their dreams.
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New fentanyl variant makes overdoses tougher to treat
Chelsea Adams Medical & Allied HealthcareA new type of fentanyl produced overseas and sold via the internet is making overdoses more difficult to treat in North American emergency departments. Called acryl fentanyl, the drug is resistant to Narcan and often requires multiple doses of the overdose drug to counteract its effects. In some cases, Narcan isn't effective at all against the synthetic opioid.
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States waking up to spike in marijuana‑related crash fatalities
Dr. Denise A. Valenti Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityResearch shows that increasing rates of marijuana use have resulted in an increased rate of car crash fatalities. It is a problem that many proponents for legal adult use of recreational marijuana wish to pretend does not exist. In fact, Vermont Gov. Phil Scott vetoed a marijuana legalization bill today with concerns about public safety on his mind. Scott is sending the bill back to the state legislature, asking for harsher penalties for those who drive under the influence.
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Decreasing academic anxiety for English learners
Erick Herrmann EducationEnglish learners, like all students, face the pressure of achieving in school, and they hope to learn the content being presented in the class. Additionally, like all of the other students in the class, they want to make friends with their classmates and other students in the school.
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Housing activity softens, but outlook remains positive
Michael J. Berens Construction & Building MaterialsAcross the board, housing activity weakened in the month of April as markets readjusted following brisk business in March. With consumer confidence and housing demand both high, one might have expected April's indicators to show an upward trend. Challenges in both the construction and real estate sectors, however, have resulted in a shortage of inventory that is hampering sales.
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Avoid parking structure damage through maintenance
Doug Haymore Facilities & GroundsA good-looking parking structure is great for a first impression. Unfortunately, parking structures see some of the worst damage and are in the greatest need of repairs. Vehicle traffic, moisture, temperature changes and naturally-occurring road salts can seriously impact the structural integrity of parking structures that aren't enclosed — and even some that are.