Moore’s Law of computing is a rule of thumb that says that the number of transistors in a processor will double every two years due to...
Why didn’t you get that job? You were qualified. You were prepared. The young interviewer seemed to like you. Why? Answer: You have a facial piercing....
A study by Glassdoor found that three out of five, or 57 percent, of people report benefits and perks being among their top considerations before accepting...
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Gone are the days when people would store their essential documents and family photos in a filing cabinet or even a safe at home. As people...
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At some point in everyone’s career, this thought comes up: “Am I ready to follow my dreams and start my own business?” You may have dotted...
Independent contractors are increasingly working at all types of businesses. From plumbing to consulting, companies are seeing the benefits of hiring so-called 1099ers. Because of their...
When people face a daunting task, it often feels like the most important thing to do is act and act quickly. Michael Hyatt, a best-selling leadership...
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MIDDLETOWN – The Corron Center at Lord Fairfax Community College was the scene of an exciting “Shark Tank” style entrepreneur competition Tuesday evening, as the Small...
Small business owners, like their peers in larger companies, have complained for years about the myriad of challenges that handicap their ability to grow their businesses....
You may not be a naturally outgoing person, but you can learn to speak out at a meeting and in groups so your ideas will be...
Global security strategist Fortinet says that in 2016 they saw about half a million cyber-attack attempts per minute. Some are famous; some not, but all have...
Anyone working in corporate America is bound to have a run-in with a demanding boss. According to the American Psychological Association (APA), managing a demanding boss...
Everyone procrastinates but some could admit to more than others. Although the occasional put-off errand might not have an immediate impact, chronic procrastination can cause serious...
People are known to make statements like, “If I ran this company, I would …” or secretly, sometimes not-so-secretly, they may think they’re smarter than the...
RICHMOND – Governor Terry McAuliffe announced Tuesday that 84 Lumber, the nation’s leading building materials supplier, will invest $3.9 million to establish an operation in Frederick County...
Ready to abandon the office to work at home? Before you do, remember the hum drum, or no hum drum, can become mind boggling. Consider this:...
Meetings have become so systemic in the workplace that a host of names have arose to describe the frequent gatherings. Here are some steps to increase...
Your good credit or bad credit might do the talking for you with Human Resources. With the exception of 11 states, employers can check your credit...
FRONT ROYAL – Raydian Properties, a leader in assisted living, is proud to announce the addition of the four Fox Trail Senior Living properties, all located...
The Front Royal Independent Business Alliance (FRIBA) is gearing up for a year of activity, including Taste of the Town 2017, slated for Friday, April 28....
If you are an Employer who’s been searching for ways to reduce the high cost of training in today’s complex workplace, we are here to help...
Under a new name – Vine & Leaf – the wine bar and chocolate shop at 124 East Main Street is maintaining a tradition of a...
Anyone using the internet these days has almost certainly landed on a website powered by WordPress. WordPress allows people to create blogs, e-commerce stores, professional business...
I have to get a mortgage. I see lots of different rates, and I hear rates are going up. But how can mortgage rates be so...
Consider the power of fire to early humans: It provided heat for food and warmth and protection against predators. What is less obvious is that the...
Suppose there are two very charitable brothers who are doctors: Bill and Jeff. Both care deeply for the poor. Bill’s big city practices gives him a...