Recent Articles
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First-time buyers give housing a needed lift
Michael J. Berens Construction & Building MaterialsEven as new construction activity slowed, sales of existing homes in September rebounded after two months of decline. Sales were particularly strong among first-time buyers, who took advantage of decreased competition to snap up available properties.
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Focus on the 4 basic language skills: Receptive
Sheilamary Koch EducationWhy do some English learners struggle with reading and listening? How can we support them in navigating these receptive language skills? Let's take a closer look at these two basic language skills.
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Telecommunicators: Voices that save lives
Keith Funderburk Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityThe voice that saved a life, but was not recognized. The unseen hero who is the life line of all officers. Telecommunicators keep everyone safe by their quick thinking and communicating ability. I never realized the complexity of the telecommunicator profession until recently. A large dispatch center can resemble NASA's mission control center. The dispatchers are the forgotten heroes who deal with life-and-death situations daily and succumb to the same physical and mental issues of a line officer, but they do not get the benefit of closure.
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Will hotels’ book-direct strategy push OTAs to work with Airbnb?
Linchi Kwok Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementThis year, the battle between hotel chains and online travel agents (OTAs) — such as Expedia and Priceline — is getting more intense. Hotels are fighting with OTAs to get more direct bookings on the hotels' websites.
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Put your design skills to use elsewhere
Lloyd Princeton Interior Design, Furnishings & FixturesFor many designers, the idea of doing something other than interior design is unthinkable. It is not just a job. It is their passion. It speaks to how they perceive and relate to the world around them. I get that. I also know there are designers who are struggling to keep their firms afloat because there just isn't enough business. At some point, some of them may need to consider applying their skills in other industries if they wish to continue working.
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For the love of the city: Transforming a community by connecting people
Brie Ragland Construction & Building MaterialsArchitects and city planners tend to think of cities and towns in terms of form, functionality and safety. Does this space provide what it’s intended to provide? Does foot traffic adequately flow and allow convenience and ease of use?
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How to build a volunteer administration team
Deborah Ike Religious CommunityMost churches have volunteers to greet people as they come in on Sunday mornings, others to provide childcare during service, ushers in the sanctuary and someone to make coffee. However, volunteers for administrative tasks don't typically make the list.
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Mixed opinions over opportunity to sell Canada’s airports
Matt Falcus Transportation Technology & AutomotiveFor the first time in nearly 30 years, investors could have the opportunity to take control of Canada's largest airports as the country's government mulls selling them off. But will passengers benefit or pay the cost of the upheaval?
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Are the Kardashians to blame for America’s cyberbullying problem?
Julie Bernhard EducationOnline feuds played out between celebrities consistently grab headlines. The Kardashians are notorious for engaging in arguments for public consumption, with one of the more recent quarrels between Kim Kardashian and Taylor Swift dubbed as the biggest celebrity feud of 2016.
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Which social media management tool is the best?
Lilach Bullock CommunicationsWith so many social media management tools to choose from, finding the ideal one for your needs can be complicated. Does it have the features you're looking for? Is the tool easy to use? Will it help you become more productive, while also helping you save time?