As a business, when dealing with hazardous waste, it’s important that your organisation has an effective waste management solution put in place. When hazardous waste is improperly handled, it can be harmful to human health and environmental safety.
Hazardous waste can be found in many forms, including solids, liquids and contained gases; in these forms, it can regularly pollute the surface of groundwater supplies. The UK government stipulates strict guidance on how to monitor and implement an effective hazardous waste solution, and together with Reconomy – hazardous waste skip hire – this guide will ensure that business’ manage these wastes appropriately.…
Instagram is one of the most popular social media apps which declared to have reached 800 million users towards the end of 2017. According to Statista, a company dedicated to statistics, it now seems to have more than one billion users. Yet of course, there may be a variety of reasons to decide to stop using the service or take a temporary break. In fact, it is one of the most searched items about the service online.
In this article, we are going to illustrate how to permanently or temporarily remove your Instagram account step by step.…
There’s an absolute art to answering business phone calls properly. By now, most of us with any work experience at all know we can’t answer a professional call the way we would our friends and family. “Yeah, what’s up” just won’t cut it, if you’re looking to project a professional image.
So, how then should business phone calls with customers be handled? Let’s dive into a few of the more important points in professional phone call answering etiquette we all need to be mindful of.…
Running a business often means you have a working environment, such as an office or work site. You might also employ a number of employees’, and hire outside services like a cleaning team. With lots of people coming and going to your business environment, it is important that you take steps to ensure safety. It means implementing health and safety rules and making sure every staff member is well informed about them. If you are looking for ways to make your business safer, this guide gives you some tips.…
You’ve probably noticed the shift in office dress codes in recent years. At one time, a nine-to-five job was synonymous with a three-piece suit and briefcase. But, now, many companies are happy to let their employees dress in business casual attire or what they feel comfortable in. Is it affecting productivity, though?
The rise of the business casual dress code
Is there a reason why more people are wearing business casual? It’s possible that it is the influence of younger workers in the office that has led to a shift towards business casual.…
Musculoskeletal conditions affect the joints, bones, and muscles, and can included autoimmune diseases, according to the NHS. Many adults are impacted by the problem, which in turn, can have an effect on their daily life. This includes their work life, so it’s important for employers to adapt their workplace to help employees who suffer from musculoskeletal conditions. A study by Health and Safety Executive in Great Britain (HSE), revealed that 507,000 workers in the UK suffered from such a condition in 2016/17.…
Freelancing and working from home are becoming a more common occurrence. Before the internet and wireless technology, it was a rarity, but access to these technologies has hugely multiplied the percentage of the overall working population that falls into these roles.
One thing to remember though is that there are plenty of misconceptions and unknown rules to being successful as a freelancer.
It’s Still Work
So many people make the mistake of thinking that working from home means they can goof off or split their attention between multiple places.…
Don’t let the fact that you have to get work done mean you can’t take that vacation by renting an RV from Outdoorsy! Although, in a perfect world, you wouldn’t have to worry about work at all, hitting the road at least means you get to be a bit adventurous while you complete your boss’s latest project.
But, beware. The RV lifestyle can tempt you into spending more time lounging by the campfire than in front of the computer, which can be disastrous for your productivity.…
If you have spent four years in college working hard on a degree, you need to choose the right career path. Of course, some people are lucky enough to know what they want to do before graduating, but if you do not, you need a plan. Here are some ideas that will help you to plan a career path after graduating:
Complete a Self-Assessment
Choosing the right career after college can be hard, especially if you had not given it any thought.…
Starting a business can be difficult and it will be as if you are learning everything for the first time. But with a few things to consider and by keeping an open mind that is willing to learn and grow to face the many challenge ahead, your entrepreneurial journey can be as fulfilling and full of opportunities as possible.
1. Research is key
This has been said many times before and you will probably hear this advice many times in your journey, but it is important.…
