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5 Essential Tips for Wannabe Rideshare Drivers in the Los Angeles Area

Los Angeles is notoriously one of the most difficult areas in the country to get around via transportation. From rubberneckers and traffic jams to stop-go drivers that seem to have no idea what they’re doing, many locals and tourists alike would rather pay a pretty penny rather than have to get behind the wheel themselves. This represents a massive window of opportunity to Uber and Lyft drivers who are looking to turn their willingness... ❯❯❯

Commercial Business Are Saving Millions With Solar Energy

In a constantly shifting business environment, there was one area that showed consistent growth in the 2nd Quarter of 2017, solar installs. Now more than ever, businesses are turning to solar as a means of leveling out costs and increasing profitability. In Q2 of 2017 2.4 GW or 2.4 billion watts of solar power were installed nationwide, over 60% of which was commercial purposed. This represents an 8% growth increase from last year in... ❯❯❯

What Companies Should Know About Millennials and Business Travel

What Companies Should Know About Millennials and Business TravelYou’ve probably already heard plenty about the preferences and tendencies of the Millennial generation because they’re no longer newcomers to the workforce. With that being said, they remain incredibly important, and certain things can't be overlooked in the workplace, particularly since this demographic makes up the majority of the world’s workforce right now. One area of focus for global companies is on business travel and how it... ❯❯❯

What Happens When a Former Employee Won’t Go Away?

In running your small business, have you ever had to let an employee go for one reason or another? If the answer is yes, you know how difficult it can be at times. That said some employees will not always go quiet into the night. As a result, you may have to take legal action to get them to stay clear of your business. If that happens, it can prove costly in money and time. With that in mind, what can you do to best assure that a... ❯❯❯

Start Your Business Off on the Right Foot

No matter the small business you plan on getting off the ground, keep in mind many things have to fall into place. The biggest challenge for any small business owner is making sure they do not dip into the red on a regular basis. Doing so can be a death sentence that will be hard to overturn. That said there are many ways to get your business off and running in a positive manner, so focus on those. Whatever line of business you plan... ❯❯❯

How to Clean Up for Work

When it comes to the world of business, there are a number of factors that go into a good business performance. These are as follows: seriousness, competence, and appearance. That’s right. Like it or not, your appearance will play a major role in the success or failure of your performance in a professional setting. So, you need to make sure your look is on point to get ahead in your business career. Here are a few tips to get you... ❯❯❯

How to Determine if You Can Afford the Car You Want

When it comes to buying expensive items like cars, the average consumer doesn’t know where to begin to understand whether or not the item is affordable. In many cases, a car dealer might sell you a car, even if the payments are too much to handle. Figuring out if this is the right deal for you is more than looking at the monthly payment and thinking, “Yeah, I can probably afford that month after month.” In reality, things are a little... ❯❯❯

Tech Startups: Where To Start & What's The Law

Tech startups are a term applied to new business that have blossomed in recent years with the advent of technology. With the tech revolution, business has been transferred out of the hands of industrialist and factories, to the little guy with a good idea. Smart phones and personal computers have cleared the way for people to create businesses with little startup capital, with some development, a good business plan, and a great product... ❯❯❯

Why an Estate Agent is Best suited to Sell your House

Why an Estate Agent is Best suited to Sell your HouseHave you found yourself in the dilemma of whether to sell your house on the open market or sell it privately? Well, the truth is that whichever way you choose to go, you need to be adequately informed on how to maneuver through the market. Generally, if you opt to sell your flat, house or apartment on the open market, there are plenty of reasons to consider using an estate agent. Although you will be required to pay the estate agent... ❯❯❯

Alibaba vs. AliExpress: What's the Difference?

Alibaba vs. AliExpress: What's the Difference?During the last few years the way people doing business has changed a lot. And Asia has been a playing a leading role in this dramatic market change. Everybody has used some products made in China. The Alibaba group is one of the biggest players in this process. When you talk about this group, one thing that usually pops up in the minds of many is to understand the difference between the two e-commerce ginats – Alibaba vs AliExpress.... ❯❯❯