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E-commerce set to dominate retail in this decade

Despite the ongoing pandemic and economic problems, Jeff Bezos’ net worth keeps going up. He’s so rich that he’s worth more than Bill Gates and Warren Buffett combined - an astonishing achievement. What’s driving this hyper success? How can a retailer store operator make more money than the guy who invented Windows and introduced the world to the PC? It just doesn’t seem possible.  The answer lies in the megatrend that is currently underway in e-commerce. Despite all the talk […]

todayJuly 16, 2020 291

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Why now is the best time to start a business

We're living in uncertain times. And as the world continues to reel from the far-reaching effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, many businesses around the world have seen their fortunes change overnight. Even as restrictions slowly start to ease up and we all gradually begin to get used to a new normal, the road ahead is uncertain.  Many experts are predicting that there may be a recession ahead, as the economy struggles to recover from the impact of the virus on […]

todayJuly 15, 2020 62

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The single most effective way to eliminate debt fast

The United States debt issue is something to worry about indeed. With the onset of the coronavirus, things are taking a turn for the worst. The systems put in place, from student loans to income taxes, all seem to deliberately put the average citizen into debt, making retirement seem even impossible. This scam is mostly under the facilitation of the US and international banking systems, Big Business, and the government. Collectively, they form the deep state 'shadow government', a sort […]

todayJuly 14, 2020 217

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What is intranet and why do you need it?

When someone says intranet, adjectives such as old, out-dated, and inconvenient come to mind. While that may have been true decades ago, today, the situation is completely different. Corporate intranets successfully keep up with the latest technological advancements. They are user friendly, well designed, and engaging enough. More importantly, this business solution boosts communication, engagement, and collaboration among employees among other things. That is what makes the intranet a great tool for any organization. Luckily to employers, the intranet provides […]

todayJuly 8, 2020 69

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Study: Statins cut heart attack, stroke risk even in older adults

CHICAGO (UPI) -- Older adults can reduce risk for a fatal heart attack or stroke by 20 percent by taking a prescription statin drug, according to a study published Tuesday by JAMA. Those over age 75 who were newly prescribed the cholesterol-lowering drugs were 25 percent less likely to die during the seven-year study period than those who didn't take them, the researchers said. "Our results held even in those over age 90 and in those with dementia," co-author Dr. […]

todayJuly 7, 2020 37

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Ten ways to increase business profits

In the USA, small and medium enterprise (SME) businesses created about 1.9 million jobs in 2015. That said, not all SMEs are profitable. According to researchers, almost two out of three businesses don't record any profits or increase in earnings from the previous year of establishment. In business and finance, the rule of thumb is that you can't increase your earnings directly.  So, without putting proper strategies in place, small business owners might not make reasonable profits. The key to […]

todayJuly 7, 2020 60

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How to launch a small business in 2020

Trying to find the right career path in 2020 is something that you need to consider. Since the coronavirus pandemic, many people have been forced to rethink their career options. Many people are also having to prepare for the possibility of losing their jobs once lockdown restrictions are lifted. As such, it is important to make sure you focus on finding a new career path.  You have a lot to think about. There are several things that might play a […]

todayJuly 4, 2020 72

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Why aren’t Americans aren’t saving for retirement?

Recent months have shown us just how fragile the status quo we take for granted has always been. It’s shown us that no job is that secure. No business is completely bulletproof. And that no future is as certain or secure as we’d like to believe. Everything has changed, except life’s two constants… death and taxes. The current administration may want to return to normal. However, there's many of us who should take the time to reassess, to take stock. […]

todayJuly 1, 2020 73

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Environmentalists see opportunities as electric bike sales boom during pandemic

When the lockdown hit in March, sales of regular push bikes soared. People who were furloughed saw the impromptu sabbatical as a once-in-a-career opportunity to get fit and enjoy the outdoors. But the more people explored the idea of cycling everywhere, the more enamored they became with emerging e-bike technology. Things, they discovered, were very different in the bike market from their expectations. Technology had moved on, and they suddenly found out that bicycles were way more practical that they […]

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