Online hackers have successfully stolen more than two million passwords from the biggest social media sites, including Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. The details were then posted online, and although victims were spread across the globe, it is claimed by investigators that the majority of these users were based in the Netherlands.
The crime was uncovered when a team of probing a botnet known as ‘Pony’ stumbled across the mass of compromised data. A botnet is a network of hacked computers set up by criminal gangs to enable them to share information and perform a variety of illegal activities.…
A year ago – where were you? What about 5 years ago? How much money did it cost you at the petrol station to fill up your tank? What about college? How much did it cost you? How much do you think you’d spend on home today? The price of these things have all risen sharply in just the last few years.
But, it’s more than just price inflation. It’s an attitude about money and the easy availability of credit that’s the problem.…
If you are one of the 22 million small businesses in the U.S., you’re always looking to do more in less time. Whenever you can save time doing routine tasks, you have more time for the important things, like planning and forecasting. These apps will save you time and often give you more visibility into how your business is performing.
Working with the cloud
Forbes sees cloud computing as a must-have for future business success. This technology was once restricted to large corporations because of cost.…
The way we live and work has changed quite dramatically in just one generation and now many people earn a living by working from home or do not have to commute to do their work.
This is an opportunity for a better work/life balance but it also presents a challenge if you have to share the same space with your home and work needs, so a successful design for your home office is essential for it to be workable.
Planning your office space
Some people find working from home a very easy transition after maybe years of commuting but others find it a bit of a challenge at first when you consider all the distractions that are around you.…
The loss of a job is always a stressful situation, whether it’s through dismissal or redundancy. At this time of year, having a steady income never seems more important, but thanks to the continuing financial difficulties the UK is facing, jobs have also never felt more insecure.
One of the biggest worries for those facing unemployment is the risk of bankruptcy and the fate of the family home. Homeowners naturally carry massive debts in the form of mortgages, but what will happen to your home in the unfortunate event of bankruptcy?…
It’s an interesting time for the postal delivery industry, with the dominance of Royal Mail – after a spate of strikes and a controversial privatisation plan – now being challenged, its rule coming under threat from a constantly improving sector of alternative business mail services.
This comes in the midst of a rocky few months for Royal Mail, with its recent flotation on the London Stock Exchange creating confusion after its undervalued stock price.
More recently, there are now reports that the service has been missing its targets for a 93 per cent delivery rate of all first-class letters on the day after collection, instead reaching only 91.7 per cent, leading to concerns and the threat of fines from industry watchdog Ofcom.…
Owning your own business: It’s part of the American dream, but it can quickly turn into a nightmare with lawsuits, theft or other issues that can cause major financial devastation. Inventory shrinkage is a major issue for small businesses, with Tyco’s security survey revealing that the retail industry was hit with $35.28 billion in theft in 2011. You might not want to think about the many disasters that could befall your business, but one way to keep your business going strong is to look at all of the ways you can protect it.…
If there’s one thing that the Prince’s Trusts proves, it’s that you’re never too young to be a business owner. Helping disadvantaged young people across the UK, the Prince’s Trust can give youngster between the ages of 18 and 30 the chance to turn their lives around and set up their own shop – online or otherwise.
As always, this year saw another group of talented young individuals rewarded for their determination – from beauty bars to art groups, the Prince’s Trust has seen the birth of a wealth of innovative young businesses; all set up by people who didn’t have such a good start in life.…
As we are approaching the year’s end, businesses scramble to offer the best for customers; this also holds true for restaurants. However, it’s often challenging to increase sales.
But fear not! In this article, you will get 10 ideas on how to improve your restaurant sales before we enter 2014. Here they are:
1. Happy Hour rocks!
Similar to retail stores, restaurants could use a boost during off-peak hours. Typically offered in the late afternoon, Happy Hour can be a great way to introduce new items in your menu, as well as a way to keep your restaurant busy; empty restaurants are turn-offs, in my opinion.…
Modern technology has grown in leaps and bounds. No matter where you look or where you turn, you will no doubt see a tablet or a state of the art laptop being used for everything. From every day enjoyment to catching up on the latest in news and weather to utilizing for business organization, one can find a tablet just about anywhere. If you and your employees are not using them yet, tablets are an excellent way to stay ahead of the technological curve, while utilizing the latest in management technology for your business.…
