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- How to Protect Your Back When You’re Sitting at a Desk Most of the Day - by Submitted on May 19, 2020 from Dixie SomersOffice jobs are notorious for causing chronic back pain. Sitting at a desk all day in the same position can lead to pain that becomes a bigger issue over time. As with most problems, prevention is better than treatment when it comes to work-related back pain. Take Breaks At a certain ...
Views: 474 - What Every Future Gun Owner Should Know Before Making a Purchase - by Submitted on May 14, 2020 from Dixie SomersCurrently, guns and gun control is a divisive topic. But that does not change the fact that there are trillions of firearms owned legally nationwide. While we are not going to delve into the debate of whether these weapons should be legal or not, one fact remains: shooting sports is a perfect ...
Views: 397 - Want to Make a Difference? How to Be Involved in Your Community - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2020 from Dixie SomersYou can make a real difference in your community if you try. In fact, you can use your skills or talents to help those less fortunate. Be the best person you were born to be with these ideas to get involved in your community. Be a Counsellor Everyone needs help dealing with their issues ...
Views: 450 - Dreaming of Selling Your Own Food Products? 4 Tips for How to Get Started - by Submitted on Feb 19, 2020 from Dixie SomersAfter hearing numerous people tell you that you should sell food, you’ve finally decided to give it a try. As a beginner, it may be intimidating to start a business. These four tips will help get you started with your food business. Find your niche Even if you can cook various styles, sell ...
Views: 398 - Need a Change From Your Nine to Five? 4 Jobs to Consider for Flexible Scheduling - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2020 from Dixie SomersIf you work long hours and long for simpler days, you might want to find a career that fits your needs. You can make your life a whole lot easier by changing to a job with flexible scheduling. Consider these jobs for more flexible work hours and an all around better lifestyle. Graphic ...
Views: 365 - Working Toward a Medical Degree? 4 Career Paths to Consider - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2020 from Dixie SomersToday, incredible opportunities exist within the healthcare industry for individuals who seek career success and advancement. With heightened demand and a shortage of skilled professionals, job openings are plentiful. From hands-on patient care to administrative jobs, this article explores 4 ...
Views: 558 - 5 Things You Need When Taking Your Kids on Their First International Trip - by Submitted on Feb 07, 2020 from Dixie SomersTaking your kids on an international trip can be a great way to assist in fostering their curiosity. While it may seem like a simple trip, to begin with, that’s not always the case when traveling with children. Here are five things that you’ll need when you’re taking your children on their first ...
Views: 385 - 4 Overlooked Types of Equipment Every New Business Owner Needs - by Submitted on Jan 22, 2020 from Dixie SomersEvery new business owner learns that there are many things that they need prior to opening the doors to customers. This is true whether your specialty is selling products or services. It is important to purchase the things that are necessary initially to conduct business activities. ...
Views: 479 - 4 Ways Practitioners Can Avoid Burnout During the Holidays - by Submitted on Jan 13, 2020 from Dixie SomersThe holidays are always a hectic time for everyone, and it is essential to utilize these 4 practices to ensure you do not suffer from burnout during the holidays. These practices are not overwhelming, costly, or time consuming, and you can easily incorporate them into your daily ...
Views: 433 - How to Help Your Medical Office Be as Organized as Possible to Benefit Patients - by Submitted on Jan 06, 2020 from Dixie SomersMaintaining a successful, patient-oriented medical practice starts with thorough planning, digital integration, and the ability to prioritize. Many facilities end up falling short in these areas due to the time constraints that they face on a regular basis. The inability to find the time and ...
Views: 372 - 4 Things to Know About Investing in Gold in 2020 - by Submitted on Jan 03, 2020 from Dixie SomersIf you are looking for a way to diversify your portfolio and preserve your capital, it may be a good idea to put your money into gold. Gold is relatively liquid, which means that you can open and close a position quickly and easily. Let’s take a look at what you should be aware of if you are ...
Views: 488 - 4 Things That May Be Holding You Back in Life - by Submitted on Dec 27, 2019 from Dixie SomersIt isn't uncommon at times to feel like you should have accomplished more in your life. The good news is that you have more power than you think to take control of your future and achieve your dreams. Let's take a look at some issues that may be holding you back and how to overcome them. You ...
Views: 565 - Fresh Medical School Graduate? How to Avoid Being Overwhelmed When Starting Your Practice - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2019 from Dixie SomersYou've graduated medical school, and you are ready to start your own medical practice. It's a dream come true for most doctors. You won't have to answer to anyone else, and you can schedule the workload that you feel comfortable with. However, it is a stressful endeavor. Here are 5 tips to help ...
Views: 473 - When a Marriage Can’t Be Fixed—5 Steps You Should Take Now - by Submitted on Nov 26, 2019 from Dixie SomersSometimes we tend to jump into things too soon because it feels right at the moment. However, we find out after too long that it wasn’t the right decision for our life. If you’ve found yourself in a marriage that just can’t be fixed, here are five steps you should be taking to ensure your future ...
Views: 777(1 vote) - Training for a Race? 4 Items to Invest in When Getting Into Running - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2019 from Dixie SomersAre you an avid runner that is getting ready for your first big race? Have you wondered what necessary equipment you should have to perform at your best? Having the proper equipment will keep you running like Forrest Gump for all of your significant events. Quality Shoes Shoes are the ...
Views: 449 - How to Motivate Your Junior League Team During a Losing Streak - by Submitted on Aug 30, 2019 from Dixie SomersBeing on a losing streak can be a demoralizing experience for your junior league team. As a coach, you’ll want to do everything possible to keep your team members motivated so that they’ll be more eager to play harder to try to end their losing trend. Here are a few tips for keeping your junior ...
Views: 371 - What Is the Best Forms of Transportation in an Emergency? - by Submitted on Aug 08, 2019 from Dixie SomersPressing emergencies are never something you want to think about for too long. If you’re in the middle of a crisis of any kind, then you naturally don’t have any time to sit around and think. That can make the decision-making process pretty tricky. (Keep in mind that in a medical or ...
Views: 401 - Friend of the Environment: How to Recycle Like a Pro - by Submitted on May 20, 2019 from Dixie SomersRecycling is an important aspect of modern life. In previous decades, the decision to recycle may have been more of an eco-friendly, personal choice. Now, it’s a necessity. In 2015, the U.S. produced 262.4 metric tons of waste. Half of that wound up in a landfill. The environment is in ...
Views: 625 - Improving on the Sly: 4 Ways to Gradually Work on Your Better Self - by Submitted on May 13, 2019 from Dixie SomersSelf-improvement can happen in leaps and bounds, but it can also be achieved with small steps. If you want to improve yourself and your life, consider trying some of these suggestions that will enhance your appearance, increase your knowledge and lift your spirits. Expand Your Mind You ...
Views: 554 - Total Wellness: 4 New Ways to Encourage a Healthy Lifestyle - by Submitted on May 01, 2019 from Dixie SomersThere’s been a major shift in how we think about our health. From food and fitness to self-care and stress management, people are realizing the power of prevention. When we invest time in our bodies and minds, we have the power to stop illnesses in their tracks. Your health and well-being ...
Views: 474 - Needing Some Updates? 4 Tips to Make Your Bathroom the Nicest Room in the House - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2019 from Dixie SomersThe bathroom is an essential but perhaps underappreciated part of the home. We rely on our toilets, tubs, sinks and showers every day, but many of us do little in the way of decor besides throw down a fuzzy bath mat and hanging a few hand towels. Turning your attention to bathroom upgrades can ...
Views: 588 - Making a Name for Your Business: How to Become an Industry Leader - by Submitted on Apr 22, 2019 from Dixie SomersAs a business owner, it is normal to want your business to succeed. However, due to the ever increasing number of competitors, most businesses struggle to establish themselves as authorities in their respective industries. Below are three guaranteed ways to make a name for your business and ...
Views: 601 - House Guests: 4 Tips to Help You Prepare for Visitors - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2019 from Dixie SomersLove ‘em or hate ‘em, house guests are all but inevitable. Whether it’s out-of-town relatives coming home for the holidays or your college friends that need a couch to crash on while they visit, house guests can throw a wrench in the daily flow of your household. Even if you’re excited for the ...
Views: 406 - Head to Toe: How to Encourage Confidence in Your Appearance - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2019 from Dixie SomersThere is great truth to the old adage that you never get a second chance to make a first impression. Generally, people who are confident in their appearance, exude a sense of confidence that inspires confidence in others. Having confidence in your appearance doesn’t have to mean dressing to the ...
Views: 665 - Business is Booming! 4 Things You Need to Build a Superior Reputation - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2019 from Dixie SomersFor almost every entrepreneur, the primary aim of investing in a business is to make profits. However, the ever increasing level of competition has made it difficult for all businesses, whether large or small, to increase their overall revenue. As a result, it is important for your business to ...
Views: 484 - Hospital vs. Private Practice: 4 Things to Consider before Choosing a Work Place - by Submitted on Mar 27, 2019 from Dixie SomersOnce medical professionals finish their training and receive their credentials, they are faced with the difficult decision of where to seek employment. These choices are not only considerations that arise at the start of a medical career but they will continue to follow you throughout your ...
Views: 572 - Following Your Passion: 3 Expenses to Research before Opening a Business - by Submitted on Mar 22, 2019 from Dixie SomersStarting a business is tough pursuit that takes time, patience, hard work and monetary investments. There are a variety of business expenses that you must think about before you start your business. Here is a list of three business expenses that should be thoroughly researched. Employee ...
Views: 537 - What to Try and Why: 4 New Things to Experience with Your Friends - by Submitted on Mar 21, 2019 from Dixie SomersFor an adventurous group of friends, or just a group of friends who is tired of the same old things that they always do, you’re likely looking for a new experience to enjoy. Sitting at home or drinking at a bar just isn’t as fun as it used to be. Experiencing something new is always at its most ...
Views: 587 - Becoming a Capable Adult: 4 Life Skills You Should Learn before You’re 30 - by Submitted on Mar 18, 2019 from Dixie SomersBecoming an adult means different things for everyone. Some people live with their parents while others live alone. Some have kids while others don’t. However, there are some life skills that everyone should learn and embrace—especially before they’re 30. Here are a few! Be Happy Alone One ...
Views: 922 - Pool Party Prep: 4 Ways to Get Ready for Backyard Summer Activities - by Submitted on Mar 08, 2019 from Dixie SomersAs you get ready for the summer, there are many activities that you can prepare for. However, if you do not prepare for these activities, you may fall short when the time comes to use your backyard. Learning more about summer activities will help you to be ready when the time comes for fun in ...
Views: 710 - To the Next Level: 3 Tips to Help Make Your Business a Viable Competitor - by Submitted on Mar 07, 2019 from Dixie SomersIf you're a business owner, you know that standing out from among the competition can be a difficult game. The thing that ultimately makes a business work isn’t the exact right marketing strategy or the most precisely-chosen SEO keywords, but rather real and genuine value. Your business needs ...
Views: 452 - Looking for a Change? Four Occupations to Consider When Office Jobs Aren't for You - by Submitted on Feb 28, 2019 from Dixie SomersWhen looking to change careers, there are usually certain factors that lead to this decision. One of the most common reasons why a person may want to change their career is because they find out that working at an office is not for them. Fortunately for those who are looking for a new career ...
Views: 553 - Investing in Your Location: 3 Purchases to Encourage Business Efficiency and Health - by Submitted on Feb 21, 2019 from Dixie SomersYou recently opened up a new location, and you really want to get this location functioning right. The future of your business is weighing heavy on doing well out of this location. The environment in which your workers and clients meet and do business needs to be ideal for business efficiency ...
Views: 500 - 3 Ways to Help Children through the Grieving Process - by Submitted on Feb 14, 2019 from Dixie SomersDealing with the death of a family member or friend can be difficult for adults. The grieving process can be even harder for children. Children may not grasp the finality of death as soon as someone dies. Their grieving process may not follow the same time frame or pattern as it does with ...
Views: 987 - Up to Par: 3 Tips to Improve Business Organization, Security, and Communications - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2019 from Dixie SomersIn today’s highly competitive business arena, your company has to be doing pretty much everything better than others in your industry. Obtaining and maintaining the edge can depend upon a few key improvements to how your business operates. There are three areas in which you must have your ...
Views: 579 - Life After Divorce: 5 Tips to Help You Feel Normal Again - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2019 from Dixie SomersWhen the dust has settled on your divorce, you might wonder how to go about building a new life. While it's true that it takes time to start again after a divorce, there are things that you can do to help you feel normal again. Here are five tips to help you feel normal again after a divorce: ...
Views: 1058 - What's Up with That? 3 Things to Know Before You Go to the Chiropractor - by Submitted on Jan 29, 2019 from Dixie SomersChiropractors are a mystery to many. We may hear about these medical professionals on TV or see their ads in our doctor's office, but what do they do, really? The thought of someone cracking your back or neck is a bit unsettling, especially when you already live in chronic pain. If you've ...
Views: 458 - 3 Ways to Ensure Your Practice Is the Best it Can Be - by Submitted on Jan 28, 2019 from Dixie SomersAs a medical professional, you’re dedicated to helping your patients and providing them with the best care possible. But sometimes the customer experience is not the best it can be, even though you give them your full attention and properly diagnose and treat their illnesses. What else can you ...
Views: 477 - Mental Health: 5 Things You Can Do to Take Back Your Own Mind - by Submitted on Jan 23, 2019 from Dixie SomersWe all need a break now and again, but for some of us, our minds make it impossible to ever truly relax. Whether you have persistent feelings of sadness, wrestle with anxiety or have been diagnosed with another disorder, our mental health affects every aspect of our lives. Read on to discover ...
Views: 1450(1 vote) - Young at Heart—How to Embrace the Aging Process with Confidence - by Submitted on Jan 14, 2019 from Dixie SomersNo one wants to grow old, but aging doesn't mean you have to lose yourself. As you reach another year, it's important to understand not only the significance it holds in your life but also what it means for you as a person. Many people feel that after they hit 40, 50 or 60, they don't have the ...
Views: 569 - Beyond Mommy Kisses: First Aid Basics for Parents - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2018 from Dixie SomersYou try your best to protect your little one from getting hurt, but sooner or later you are going to hear your child cry that he or she is in pain. As a parent, it's easy to panic when the situation arises, but take a deep breath and learn how to administer basic first aid to get your child back ...
Views: 563 - 3 Ways to Keep Your Commercial Property Comfortable - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2018 from Dixie SomersThe average person spends about a third of their life at work, so it's certainly worth the effort to make your commercial property as comfortable as possible. A study on workplace happiness found that workers who are happy are, on average, 12 percent more productive. Plus, a more comfortable and ...
Views: 585 - Emotional Distress: How to Recover from a Traumatic Experience - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2018 from Dixie SomersTraumatic experiences can range from accidents to natural disasters, and they can leave lasting scars on the people who experience them. If you're one of these individuals, however, you don't have to let your trauma rule your life. You can start identifying, processing and working through your ...
Views: 1121 - Deed Disputes: Tips for Civil Negotiation with Your Landlord - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2018 from Dixie SomersNo one wants to pay more than they have to in order to live in a place they love. If that’s true of you but you find yourself in intense negotiations with your landlord to try and keep your rent payment low, it can end up being a bruising battle. Fortunately, there are some tried and true ...
Views: 723 - Should Your Hotel Invest in Vinyl Flooring? - by Submitted on Jun 26, 2018 from Dixie SomersThe hospitality industry relies on visual appeal both to provide for the aesthetic expectation on the part of consumers and as a pivotal aspect of branding. One primary element of arriving at this aesthetic begins with the installation of the right choice of flooring. For durability and saving ...
Views: 664 - How Technology Is Changing Workers' Compensation - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2018 from Dixie SomersEvery company should plan for and every employee should become familiar with the issues relating to workers’ compensation. Without benefits, getting hurt on the job could mean financial disaster. Fortunately, new technologies are being used to make the workplace safer and the compensation ...
Views: 828 - 5 Mistakes to Avoid during Your Court Case - by Submitted on Jun 15, 2018 from Dixie SomersIf you’re charged with a crime, even a minor one, it becomes a matter of public record that could come back to haunt you. For serious charges or people with a criminal history, incarceration is a strong possibility. But at times guilty people go free and innocent people are punished. When you’re ...
Views: 729 - How to Save Money on a Home Construction Project - by Submitted on May 30, 2018 from Dixie SomersIf you’re considering a DIY remodel of your home, how much you can spend is probably a chief concern. Even if you can finagle a home improvement loan or have been squirreling money away, cost overruns are a risk that can derail or delay completion of the construction project. Here are some ...
Views: 1046 - 4 DIY Ways to Conceal an Unsightly Air Conditioning Unit - by Submitted on May 29, 2018 from Dixie SomersHaving a proper HVAC system in your home assures that the temperature in your home is comfortable year-round. While an HVAC system is essential to your comfort, the outside unit can distract from your landscape. There are several ways you can hide the exterior unit while beautifying your ...
Views: 1008 - 5 Keys to Taking Effective Notes after a Personal Injury - by Submitted on May 25, 2018 from Dixie SomersA major accident or injury can change your life forever if you aren’t careful. That is one of the reasons why many legal specialists suggest recording as much information as possible in the hours, days, and weeks following an accident or mishap. Here are a handful of tips that will help you take ...
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