A discount store chain in Cincinnati has recently been asked to ensure its locations adhere to federal health and safety standards in order to reduce the risk of staff accidents and injuries at work. All employers have the responsibility of providing a safe environment for their workers, and this must include eliminating potential hazards, and ensuring workers have the proper safety equipment to protect them. While workers compensation can ease the financial stress caused by an accident or injury at work, physical recovery may be slow and returning to work can be overwhelming. B ..read more

Companies value employees who have many different skills, like soft and hard skills. If you lack certain skill sets, employers may be willing to help employees gain the experience they need. But taking initiative to develop these skills yourself shows you value professional development and are eager to move your career forward. There are several ways to start building them. Take Extra Courses or Get Your Degree Some companies pay for their workers to get a degree related to their job, but even if yours does not offer this perk, it can still be beneficial to get a degree in a relevant field. If ..read more

Dress codes as a whole have relaxed since the pandemic, and much of it has to do with re-accommodating staff that may have been working from home for the past two years. As stated by University of Maryland Professor, Jie Zhang, relaxed dress codes make the transition back to the office easier and serve as an incentive for those who may have become accustomed to the comfort of telecommuting. While many industries still have strict suit-and-tie or jacket-and-skirt dress codes (such as the legal and financial sectors), others have embraced fashion choices that look smart but d ..read more

Remember the days when most women stayed home and typically didn’t work outside the home? Well, those days are long gone and women have taken the business world by storm. These fierce females are now CEOs in corporate or running their own successful companies. But even with their success there is a downside: not having enough time for themselves or their families. When it comes to creating the right work-life balance, you need to know where to start. Delegate Responsibilities When it comes to being a lady boss, you need to delegate household and work responsibilities. Yes, you might be able to ..read more

It may be a surprise, but many retailers are eschewing digital in favor of old-school marketing this Christmas. As CNBC highlights, ongoing privacy changes in the Apple sphere, and controversy over Facebook’s data practices, have led many businesses to question the value they can derive from digital marketing campaigns. This is an unexpected turn from businesses, but not one that’s necessarily a bad thing. As market forces have shown, there is a definite space for traditional marketing – and it can have huge benefits for businesses while saving money along the way.   Bespoke exp ..read more

Being happy in your job is something everyone should be aiming for. As a significant part of your life, your job plays a huge role in how satisfied you feel with your routine and world on a day-to-day basis. Unfortunately, determining when it’s the right time to leave an old position behind and start searching for something new can be easier said than done. While moving into a new job can be an excellent way to pursue your passions and unlock opportunities, it can also be a scary and daunting experience. Fortunately, there are some flags you can look for which may indicate you’re already in th ..read more

In 2022, interior decorating will continue to be one of the hottest career fields for young, hard-working adults who have the right qualifications. But, it’s not enough to just want a job; you have to have the right qualifications to break into the profession. Fortunately, there are plenty of effective ways to acquire the education, experience, and contacts for building a long-term career as an interior decorator in the residential or commercial sector. Paid or non-paid internships are the most common entry point for those who want to get their feet wet and find out what the day-to-day job cha ..read more

Balancing their home and professional lives can be challenging for women, given that they are still primarily responsible for maintaining the home. Surveys show that nearly 80% of mothers are still primarily responsible for doing housework, while 66% in partnered relationships are responsible for taking care of children. For women of Cincinnati, who make up 35.4% of the city’s self-employed workers and own 28.5% of the city’s incorporated businesses, this holds especially true.   As such, it is important especially for working women to expertly manage their time. If time managem ..read more

Many older people whether never married, divorced, or have lost their spouse are finding it complicated trying to meet other people. Providing a few tips will help you to stay away from mistakes and get the results you are looking for. You will discover that dating online for seniors can be a pleasant experience. Many older single men are going online using dating apps and sites to meet older women. This older generation has become very familiar and more comfortable with dating apps which, as of late, have dramatically risen in popularity. A lot of the increase in popularity was brought on by ..read more

With its robust economy and strong commerce participation, the city of Cincinnati presents a steady launch pad for the flight of fledging entrepreneurial spirits. A recent economic forecast survey by business leaders in the greater metropolitan area, found an impressive 62% responded as very to extremely confident of a 2022 increase in personal company activity and revenue. Panelist David Wallace, chairman and CEO of Erlanger-based Heritage Bank, praised the relative stability of the Greater Cincinnati economy in his missive to budding entrepreneurs, advising they should be “willing ..read more