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Volume 3, Edition 31

Inspire, Inform & Educate

August 4 - August 10, 2022

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First E-commerce App for Black Businesses that Expands Brands and Increases Visibility By d-mars.com News Provider

5 Services That Can Make a Big T Impact on Small Businesses By d-mars.com News Provider

f you own a small business, you know that it can be an incredibly rewarding yet challenging venture that requires balance, especially if you're working remotely. In fact, according to a survey, achieving work-life balance is the most important habit to cultivate to be successful in that environment. Luckily, you don't have to do it all on your own. Companies like Office Depot support small business owners year-round with products and services to help them build and attract customers, maintain day-today operations, save time, and much more.

Checkout outthese thesefive fiveservices servicesthat thatsmall small Check business owners can leverage to help business owners can leverage to help empowertheir theirsuccess: success: empower 1. Copy and Print Services According to a recent survey by OnePoll on behalf of Office Depot, female small business owners said that next to cash grants (38%), marketing materials (29%) would have helped get their business off the ground. With Office Depot's print services, you can create and print marketing materials like business cards, presentations, labels, stickers, and more. Additionally, if you need indoor or outdoor signage printed, you can choose from a wide selection of custom business signs like yard signs, flags, floor decals, magnetic car signs, and more. Simply upload your designs or choose from templates and tailor them to your business using a variety of colors and sizes. Several pricing options are available, so you can choose what works best for you and your budget. Not sure where to start? Visit officedepot.com/print or a local Office Depot or OfficeMax store near you to learn more. 2. Design Don't have a graphic designer on your team? Choose from thousands of professional and visually appealing design templates from Canva to create customized marketing materials within a few clicks. From flyers announcing special deals and seasonal products to brochures advertising special events, it's simple to create professionally designed materials that stand out and help you connect with your customers. Best of all, you can design as many options as you'd like, and you only pay for what you print. Visit officedepot.com/print to get started.

3. Tech support Tech support services can help to simplify your IT, anticipate challenges and needs, and empower you to scale, grow and manage your business. Office Depot offers 24/7 remote tech support subscription plans for total tech peace of mind, along with services for computer repair, in-home and office computer and tech installation and setup, technology protection plans, and more. Never miss a beat or spend copious amounts of time troubleshooting, so you can focus on what you do best. 4. Shredding and Storage Don't let your documents be a liability for you or your customers. Safe document storage helps you preserve the information you need and frees up space, while proper shredding services can help you destroy documents you don't need, plus you can feel good about having them safely recycled. Office Depot offers a variety of options to help businesses securely manage documents to help prevent identity theft, stay compliant with industry standards, and more. 5. Same-Day Services As a small business owner, usually, time is of the essence! That's when same-day services and quick and convenient order fulfillment options can really make a difference. At Office Depot, Same-Day Services are available on full-service solutions in-store and can be purchased online for in-store pickup. This includes printing items such as posters, flyers, and business cards as well as laminating and binding services. In addition, Same-Day Delivery is available for a wide assortment of eligible office, cleaning, and tech products in select markets. And if you're really in a pinch, Office Depot offers free in-store and curbside pick-up in 20 minutes. Whether you need business services to save you time or supplies to help you get the job done, you have options to succeed. For more about small business services and products that can keep you balanced for success, visit OfficeDepot.com. And small business owners interested in obtaining discounts on business essentials, including paper, ink, toner, and cleaning and breakroom supplies can learn more about the benefits of becoming an Office Depot® OfficeMax® Business Select member here.

ranscending Black Excellence (TBE), the first and only e-commerce app for Black-owned businesses launched on Juneteeth (June 19), to level the playing field of advertising. Available from the Apple App Store and Google Play, TBE is a onestop shop for Black-owned businesses to market their services and products. Consumers can access a free nationwide directory of enterprises including start-ups, pop-ups, click-and-order, brick-and-mortar, or brand new. Created by Black entrepreneur and veteran, Timothy Greene, TBE is the premier platform for Black businesses to merge affordable and accessible advertising. "During the height of the pandemic, I received several calls from marketing companies promising to increase my visibility for my startup business, but their entry-level prices were way out of my range," says Greene who is the CEO of Unlimited Capital Financing. "This prompted me to want to level the playing field in marketing for Black business owners."

"I said to myself, 'Imagine what it would be like if my business was on an app where people could find me anytime in a variety of ways.' Then I mapped out how that app should function to get me there and at that point, I knew I had to invest in our community and create TBE for all Black-owned businesses."

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During testing, the most common comments noted the TBE app as "just what was needed," and it was described as "user friendly." It is a bridge to close the gaps Black businesses face as they grow. A standard listing is $99 per year. For more information, email tgreene@ tbe-ww.com. Source:

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Is Your Sleep Apnea Under Control? By d-mars.com News Provider

igh-quality sleep is fundamental to your health and happiness. However, for the 1030% of U.S. adults living with sleep apnea, a good night’s rest is not guaranteed. Obstructive sleep apnea is a respiratory condition where airways narrow during sleep, causing short periods when you’re not breathing. Incredibly common, it’s estimated that there are millions of Americans with undiagnosed and untreated sleep apnea. Uncontrolled sleep apnea is associated with a number of challenging symptoms, including Excessive Daytime Sleepiness (EDS). This symptom, which can linger even after one begins being treated for sleep apnea, is often described as feeling excessively drowsy. If you experience EDS, you might even fall asleep when you shouldn’t. For example, sleepiness at work or while you’re watching kids, along with drowsy driving, could put you and others at an increased risk of accidents and injury. Not everyone being treated for sleep apnea experiences complete symptom relief. This is why the American Lung Association, with support from Jazz Pharmaceuticals, is encouraging the public to recognize their own or a loved one’s sleep challenges.

“The first step to better sleep is to share your unresolved symptoms with your healthcare provider. If you are diagnosed with sleep apnea after participating in a sleep study, your doctor will work with you to manage the condition,” says Dr. Atul Malhotra, a board-certified pulmonologist, intensivist, and research chief of Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine at UC San Diego.

months after you begin treatment -- or sooner if problems arise, and then on an annual basis after that. “Unfortunately, some patients continue to experience lingering symptoms,” says Dr. Malhotra. “It’s important to address these concerns with your doctor.” You’ll know if your treatment is working based on how you’re feeling. Are you less sleepy during the day? Do you have higher energy levels? Does your bed partner notice less snoring, gasping, or sleep disruptions? To help your doctor understand what you’re experiencing at your appointment, it’s important to distinguish fatigue, which is a lack of energy, from sleepiness, which is an inability to stay awake. For more information about sleep apnea and EDS visit lung.org. Everyone deserves the benefits of high-quality sleep. If you have difficulty getting a good night’s rest, be sure to talk to your doctor about your symptoms right away.

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