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10 SMALL BUSINESS TRENDS TO WATCH OUT FOR IN 2020 BY FRESHCALLER BLOGGER
Investing in future trends early ensures that your business reaps the benefits tomorrow. Here are the top 10 upcoming small business trends and stay ahead of the game: 1. More emphasis on personalized customer service. 2. Sorry, but AI will not take over the customer experience. 3. User reviews will be king. 4. Stories take over the Newsfeed. 5. The rise of the remote worker. 6. The gig economy. 7. Businesses prioritize employee happiness. 8. Voice will take over. 9. Big data for small businesses. 10. The launch of 5G.
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GIVE YOUR BACKSIDE A BREAK: 4 TIPS IF YOU SIT FOR EXTENDED PERIODS BY BRANDPOINT
(BPT) - Sitting is nearly impossible to avoid. Whether during your daily commute, working hard at your desk or watching your favorite TV show on the couch, sitting can provide relief and give you the opportunity to relax. However, sitting for a long period of time can lead to some adverse health effects. According to a recent survey commissioned by Preparation H, 63% of Americans admit that staying seated for an extended period has resulted in butt pain or discomfort. While sitting may be one of our favorite positions, the following tips will help you diminish the harmful, but common, side effects of sitting and highlight how to give your backside the break it deserves.
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GIVE YOUR BACKSIDE A BREAK: 4 TIPS IF YOU SIT FOR EXTENDED PERIODS BY BRANDPOINT CONTINUED‌ 1. Move bad posture out of the way Sitting down at a desk for eight hours at work each day is common for many professions, in addition to sitting during the commute to the office. For many, this is the preferred position, as one in four employed Americans would not show up to work if they could not sit down the entire time. However, sitting can have significant effects on our backs and spines, causing pain and discomfort. To avoid bad posture and a stiff neck or back, take a quick walk around the office, find a longer route to the water cooler or grab a coworker for a few laps around the parking lot during lunch. If your office allows it, opt for a standing desk to get you off your butt and onto your feet. 2. Improve poor circulation Let's face it - we all want to get home, kick off our shoes and get lost in our couch cushions for the rest of the night. However, sitting for too long causes your blood to remain in your feet and lower legs due to lack of movement, causing your body's circulation to slow down and resulting in numbness and tingling. To break up your sitting marathon, try to perform a few simple bodyweight exercises during commercial breaks or use the time to get up and tidy your living room space. 3. Leave backside discomfort in the past Everyone uses the bathroom throughout the day, but some may spend a little too much time on the porcelain throne. The time spent sitting, as well as the habits associated with the activity, can ultimately contribute to the causes of hemorrhoid flare-ups, like constipation and straining. When hemorrhoids do strike, Preparation H is the #1 doctor-recommended OTC hemorrhoid brand formulated to soothe, cool, cleanse and care for your backside. To help shorten the time spent on the toilet, avoid digital distractions, like your phone, that can lead to spending extended time sitting in the bathroom.
GIVE YOUR BACKSIDE A BREAK: 4 TIPS IF YOU SIT FOR EXTENDED PERIODS BY BRANDPOINT CONTINUED‌ 4. Bring the power back to your brain Your physical health isn't the only thing suffering from sitting - your mental health is affected as well. Sitting for extended periods can slow down brain function, leading to memory loss and a foggy brain feeling. If you're feeling distracted or can't seem to accomplish a task at hand, try getting up and going for a quick walk to help improve concentration and keep blood flowing to your brain so the next big idea is right around the corner. Whether it's getting in an extra couple of steps or banishing your phone from the bathroom, these small changes can be beneficial in reducing the negative effects of staying seated for too long. Sitting will inevitably be a part of your day, but by implementing these tips, you can give yourself a pat on the back for putting your health first. For more information on hemorrhoid relief, visit preparationh.com.
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HOW SCHOLARSHIPS CAN HELP TODAY'S COMPANIES ENCOURAGE TOP TALENT BY BRANDPOINT
(BPT) - The demand for highly skilled employees continues to rise across various industries, spurring many of today's top companies to seek creative new ways to encourage and develop the best talent. One obstacle to that mission is the rising cost of higher education. To combat that, some businesses hope to foster tomorrow's employees by supporting today's students - in very concrete, targeted ways. Industry leaders with an eye toward inspiring and attracting future talent are providing scholarships in specific fields to help students pursue higher education, such as Syngenta's "Accelerating a Generation" scholarships for undergraduate and graduate students in the agricultural field. Funding scholarships for students today becomes a very real investment in the future of the business, and the industry as a whole. TODAY'S BLACK EXECUTIVE
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HOW SCHOLARSHIPS CAN HELP TODAY'S COMPANIES ENCOURAGE TOP TALENT BY BRANDPOINT CONTINUED‌
And ambitious students are eager to take advantage of these opportunities. One such example is Mitch Roth, who earned a national Syngenta scholarship in 2015 while pursuing a doctorate in genetics at Michigan State University. The scholarship support allowed him to focus more fully on his research, which has led him to a position as a postdoctoral research associate in plant pathology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. Roth's research on the role of genetics in disease resistance in soybeans could one day have a tangible effect on improving soybean crops. The contributions of students like Roth will have a substantial impact on both farmers and on agribusiness in the future. Students with higher degrees in these types of specialized fields are in demand across several trades. Companies like Syngenta benefit from supporting highly educated and well-trained talent, so they are prioritizing their efforts to ensure that more students today receive the educations that will propel them to the top of their fields. Since 2015, the company has awarded a total of $20,000 in scholarships each year. So far, scholarship recipients have pursued degrees at colleges in 18 states.
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HOW SCHOLARSHIPS CAN HELP TODAY'S COMPANIES ENCOURAGE TOP TALENT BY BRANDPOINT CONTINUED‌
For 2020, the Syngenta scholarships have been renamed "Accelerating a Generation," emphasizing the focus on helping ambitious, innovative students find success and bring positive change to the agricultural industry. The scholarship awards eight $1,000 regional scholarships and two $6,000 national scholarships to help support each student's education. One of the national awards is given to a student pursuing a bachelor's degree, and the other for a student working toward a master's degree in crop-related disciplines. The national award winners are chosen from the pool of regional scholarship winners. The 2019 national winner at the master's level is Nick Lord from Virginia Tech, who is enrolled in the Soybean Breeding Program. His essay encouraged students from various backgrounds to find a niche in the agricultural community. At the bachelor's level, the winner was Adrienne Blakey from Oklahoma State University, who is a plant and soil sciences major. Her essay emphasized the value of integrity as a building block for the agricultural industry's future.
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HOW SCHOLARSHIPS CAN HELP TODAY'S COMPANIES ENCOURAGE TOP TALENT BY BRANDPOINT CONTINUED‌
How To Apply Students interested in applying for an "Accelerating a Generation" scholarship must be a university student currently pursuing a bachelor's or master's degree in a crop-related discipline, and a U.S. resident enrolled in an accredited agriculture program at an eligible university as of spring 2020. Applicants must submit an initial application at Syngentaus.com/scholarships followed by a 2- to 5-minute-long video essay. This year's video essay question is: "How have your roots shaped the way you view the future of the agriculture industry?" Winners will be announced by late spring. The new graduates each year bring fresh minds with different perspectives to whatever field they pursue, which often leads to more innovation tomorrow. Syngenta uses their annual scholarships to show their commitment to giving these diverse voices the support necessary to lead the agricultural industry into the future.
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Economic Trends BY MILWAUKEE BIZ
Agricycle, makers of dehydrated fruit products, had a busy year in 2019. The company participated in the Target incubator, rebranded and raised seed capital. The company plans to launch three new products and continue its growth in 2020. Alinea is developing patient engagement software for physical therapy practices. The firm secured a partnership with Casamba and continued to grow and scale in 2019. Bright Cellars, the wine subscription company made its wines available in stores and restaurants through a partnership with General Beverage and closed an $8.5 million series A led by Revolution, AOL founder Steve Case’s venture firm. TODAY'S BLACK EXECUTIVE
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Cloudux aims to simplify cloud development, allowing developers to write platform agnostic code for major public cloud platforms like Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services and Google Cloud. The company was launched as part of gener8tor’s venture studio program in Milwaukee in fall 2019. College Pads, the nation’s largest college housing marketplace, continued to grow at a rapid pace, launching a new program this year that helps colleges and universities digitize their off-campus housing options.
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Ways To Advertise Your Business… For FREE On The Internet ( Did I say it was free? ) BY GOOGLE
Here’s how: Register your business at Google My Business in order to take advantage of the power of this top ranked directory and to get your some free business advertising love!
Here’s how: Add your business and unleash the power of MapQuest w/Yext to build recognition of your brand.
Here’s how: To get promoted on Citysearch you will want to register your business and location. TODAY'S BLACK EXECUTIVE
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Ways To Advertise Your Business… For FREE On The Internet ( Did I say it was free? )
Here’s how: Registration with Manta is quick and easy and you have plenty of optimizing packages to choose from as well.
Here’s how: Register your business with YellowBot in order to get your listing started.
Here’s how: Put Yellowbook to work for you by subscribing your business.
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Ways To Advertise Your Business… For FREE On The Internet ( Did I say it was free? )
Here’s how: Get started setting up your Superpages listing and watch your popularity grow.
Here’s how: Add and edit your business listing on Whitepages to get started.
Here’s how: Sign-up with MerchantCircle and become actively involved in what’s going on there to begin seeing the best results. TODAY'S BLACK EXECUTIVE
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