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The real key to effective digital marketing? It’s all about the data
Emma Fitzpatrick MarketingIs your business marketing on Instagram orbuying digital ads on Pinterest and seeing minimal results? If so, you're probably scratching your head and asking, "Why?" Specific strategies aren't going to work for you until you step back and look at the big picture.
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California Missions Trail traces Golden State’s history and growth
Judy Connors Recreation & LeisureWhen we imagine California, we think sunshine, celebrity and surf. Major metropolises like San Francisco, Los Angeles and San Diego are top visitors spots when traveling to the Golden State, and the excitement and energy of these cities is palpable with the glitz and glamour associated with our 31st state.
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How can you get students with LD to change their behavior and habits?
Howard Margolis EducationMany parents of children with educational disabilities know their children need to rid themselves of behaviors and habits that jeopardize their future. They need to develop ones that propel and sustain progress. This, after all, is the primary aim of special education's Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004 (IDEA), the volumes of legal decisions supporting it, and Individualized Education Program (IEP).
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Is solar energy viable for manufacturing plants?
Alan Kelsky ManufacturingLess than 1 percent of energy used in the United States comes from solar power, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. On a commercial level, there are a number of businesses, including manufacturers, who are using solar power as part of their operations, including Wal-Mart, Costco, Apple and Ikea.
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Millet: The ancient and controversial grain
Heather Linderfelt Food & BeverageFor those in search of more variety in their grains and/or a gluten-free diet, millet is an ancient grain making a comeback in the U.S. diet. Millet comes from the small-seeded grasses of the semiarid tropics of Asia and Africa. We know it as a chief component in birdseed and in some cereals, but one-third of the world's population eats millet as a staple in their diet.
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Women entrepreneurship is growing, but still a long road ahead
Cait Harrison RetailIt must be a sign of the times: More working women than ever are starting their own businesses. Recent data from the U.S. Census Bureau's Survey of Business Owners shows there were 9.9 million women-owned businesses in 2012, a 27.5 percent increase from 2007.
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Sustaining a high-performing, safety-based culture
Robert Palmer Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementIn 1871, Edward B. Tylor defined culture as "that complex whole which includes knowledge, belief [behavior], art, morals, law, custom and any other capabilities and habits acquired as a member of society." When considering corporate culture, two keywords that are mentioned but often get overlooked are behavior and habit. Sustaining a high-performing, safety-based culture begins with understanding three key elements: culture (i.e., how it's created, maintained and then sustained), behaviors (i.e., how they are shaped) and habits.
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American tourists flock north as Canadian dollar plummets
Katherine Radin Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementCanada's economy has been sliding for months due to plunging gas and oil prices, and it was recently declared that the country is indeed in a recession. As Canadians watch the value of their dollar decline, they are also witnessing a boom in their tourism industry. In recent months, Americans have been coming to Canada in record numbers, looking to make use of the increased value of their dollar.
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Survey shows providers are happier with older EHRs
Scott E. Rupp Healthcare AdministrationIf there's one thing to rely on in healthcare, it's that there's always some new research or a survey to drive the national conversation and point out the moving trends heading our way. One of the most prolific research firms in the industry is Black Book Rankings, which publishes reports each year based on its research.
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Is the new 911 a step down for Porsche?
Sydney Scrogham Transportation Technology & AutomotiveThe Porsche 911 is truly a car that has captivated consumers for generations. And when Porsche recently announced the newest edition of the 911, the news was received with a mix of emotions. The big news is that now every Porsche 911 will come as a turbo — even the Carrera. Carreras can now go from 0-60 mph in about 4 seconds (with the PDK option), and the Carrera S can get from 0-60 in under 4 seconds. What's the top speed? 183 mph for the Carrera, and 191 for the S.