Recent Articles
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How to pattern your shotgun for greater accuracy
Irwin Greenstein Recreation & LeisureSo you purchased a shotgun for your favorite wing and clays sports, but now you can't hit anything with it. What's up with that? Of course, the problem could be you. Sloppy technique, lack of focus, eye issues, bad habits — the list can be pretty extensive. Or it could be your shotgun. Getting to the bottom of the problem involves a process of elimination, and the best place to start is with the shotgun.
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Do students think best on their feet?
Dorothy L. Tengler EducationThinking on your feet has always been thought of as how to perform well under pressure, staying composed — when the floor is all yours, making a quick decision or giving an answer quickly. But now, the concept is being taken to another level.
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Don’t let typos crush your practice’s reputation
Jessica Taylor Healthcare AdministrationMedical personnel know attitude, tone and body language are key to patient satisfaction. I recently had the pleasure of visiting a practice where the atmosphere was great and the personnel were friendly. That said, there was one thing that killed the experience: document errors.
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Leasing tips, tactics and strategies for commercial tenants
Dale Willerton and Jeff Grandfield RetailWhen looking to lease commercial property, it's crucial to do your research on location, size and cost, among other factors. Once you've found a place that fits your business, however, you must begin negotiating a contract with the landlord. Here are several tips and strategies to help.
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Here’s how to craft the perfect email
Emma Fitzpatrick MarketingYes, they got your email. That much we know. The average office worker sends or receives 121 emails a day, according to a recent report from the Radicati Group. Chances are they opened it as well since Americans have a penchant for checking their emails 'round the clock. 42 percent of Americans check their email in the bathroom, 50 percent check email while in bed, and 18 percent check their email while driving, Adobe found.
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Drug treatment reduces risk of skin cancer in transplant patients
Chelsea Adams Medical & Allied HealthcareIt is well documented that solid organ transplant recipients (OTRs) are at greater risk of developing skin cancer following transplant surgery. However, a new study conducted by Harvard Medical School researchers found that an immunosuppressive drug lowers the risk of subsequent skin cancer following an initial post-transplant cancer diagnosis.
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Fostering independence in children with LD
Steve Spillane EducationA son in his early teens decides to help his single mom out by hand-washing the dishes. He is trying to please her as she is often asking for help keeping the house clean. He has never tried to help out this way before. To her surprise, when his mother returns from work, she sees the dishes in the drying rack. To her dismay, she finds that he hasn't rinsed them.
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Best boss ever? Prove it with some employee appreciation
Brie Ragland Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementAs an executive-level employee, how many times a day does the following thought cross your mind? "Man, this boss thing is pretty freaking awesome! I have the big office, the great car, a team who reports directly to me, and my life couldn't go any better!" If your answer is even one time, then I envy you and would like to have a better understanding of your outlook on life.
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Selecting the RV that will work for you — Part 2
Howard Jaros Recreation & LeisureIn Part 1 of this article, I shared how we purchased our first RV home. With lots of research and by not being impulsive, we were able to enjoy our first full-time RV home for almost seven years. In Part 2, I would like to discuss a few more ideas that might help you when selecting an RV that is right for you.
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How can your company welcome employees with ASD?
Jessica Taylor Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementAccording to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 1 in 68 U.S. children has an autism spectrum disorder (ASD). There is not a physical aspect that sets these individuals apart from others, but they may communicate, interact, behave and learn in different ways. The spectrum of severity is broad, so the principles of learning, thinking and problem-solving for these individuals vary.