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Daniel Vasquez
Maybe you made a New Year's resolution to change something in your life, like losing a little weight or learning to become more organized. Or maybe you're planning a big project, like getting your taxes filed early, hiring a roofing contractor or figuring out how to earn a promotion at work.
Personally, I want to get into better shape, clean out my garage and stop obsessing about whether Donald Trump's hair is biodegradable.
Anyway, if your resolutions or plans involve spending money, taking a loan or hiring a professional, be careful not to rush into anything. And always take time to check out a company before you do business. Nothing can spoil the start of a new year like losing money on a bad deal.
I was reminded of those simple-yet-easy-to-forget lessons this week when the South Florida Better Business Bureau issued a warning that this time of year ushers in an increase in advertisements for bogus loans, work-at-home promotions, miracle weight-loss schemes, false lottery-winnings notices and other too-good-to-be-true offers.
Lack of Incentives Prevent Employees Going Green At Work
Lack of incentive and leadership from bosses is causing UK employees to leave their environmental conscience at home, needlessly costing UK businesses thousands of pounds in energy bills, and emitting hundreds and thousands of tonnes of carbon into the atmosphere, according to independent research commissioned by international solutions provider, Logicalis.
The survey of over 1,000 employees, undertaken in December 2006, across UK public and private sector organisations, found that despite a clear understanding of the steps they need to adopt to become more environmentally friendly, employees still look towards their employer to lead by example when it comes to being environmentally responsible.
Just under two thirds (62 per cent) of staff said their employer should offer incentives for being green in the workplace while 57 per cent said they could be encouraged to act greener if their employer 'led by example'.
Goodwin found guilty in murders of racer
PASADENA, Calif. (AP) An auto racing promoter was convicted Thursday in the slayings of racing legend Mickey Thompson and his wife, who were shot to death in 1988 while leaving their gated home for work.
Michael Goodwin was a former business partner of Thompson, a motorsports figure who pursued land-speed records in Utah and drove everything from dragsters to midget cars.
Goodwin, 61, was accused of sending hit men to kill the couple as revenge for a business deal that went sour and led to a legal judgment of more than $700,000 against Goodwin.
When the verdict was read, Goodwin only shook his head slightly back and forth. He could get up to life in prison.
Two unknown assailants on bicycles entered Thompson's gated home on March 16, 1988, and shot him and his wife as they left for work.
Work at Home Expert, Kristie Tamsevicius Reveals Insider Secrets ...
Work at Home expert, Kristie Tamsevicius, in a recent interview on the Inside Success Parenting show revealed some of the biggest mistakes that entrepreneurs make that kill their business.
Gurnee, IL (PRWEB) January 16, 2007 -- Work at Home expert, Kristie Tamsevicius, in a recent interview on the Inside Success Parenting show revealed some of the biggest mistakes that entrepreneurs make that kill their business.
Kristie Tamsevicius, co-founder of WebMomz.com, a site that empowers women who have chosen to work at home says that this is a lifestyle that offers all the flexibility they need as moms plus the satisfaction of a successful career.
One of the key things that Kristie reveals in her radio interview is that there are key changes you need to make if you want to move to the next level of success in your business.
Hottest Wireless Technologies Connect At The 2007 International CES
For more news on the 2007 International CES before, during and after the show, including individual conference sessions and TechZones, visit www.CESweb.org, the interactive source for CES information.
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Get Away from it All - But Stay in Touch
(ARA) - For many people, a cruise is the perfect way to leave all your worries behind at the dock. While on the ocean, being pampered 24 hours a day, it can seem like home and office are far away indeed.However, there are times when you want to be able to reach your family, or to take an important business call. But chances are your cell phone won't be able to access a signal at sea, and it will only work in foreign ports if it is GSM-capable.Most ships provide ship-to-shore phone service, but it's not cheap. The average charge is between $5 and $8 per minute, although at least one cruise line charges a whopping $25 per minute. Using the Internet is another option for keeping in touch. Most ships are wired for Internet access, but again, expect to pay for it by the minute.
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