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  • 8 Worst Reasons to Be Late to Work

    8 Worst Reasons to Be Late to Work

    A good number of us struggle with getting up in the morning to go to work, especially when it’s cold and chilly. When the alarm goes off, we tend to snooze it just to get those extra 5 minutes of sleep and keep doing so until we can’t postpone waking up any longer. It ultimately results in you getting late for work, and although it may sound unprofessional, it is quite common. Recent surveys reveal that at least once a week, nearly 16% of people show up at work late, while 27% of them do the same once a month. It happens to almost everyone at some point.

    Your workforce absences and lateness are managed very closely. What determines whether or not you get fired on account of coming late to work is how believable and reasonable your excuse is, and how accommodative your boss is. Some of the most common and seemingly legitimate reasons for being late include heavy traffic, a baby sitter cancelling on you at the last minute, or a family member falling sick. However, other excuses are just downright ridiculous.

    The following are some of the worst excuses to be late to work:

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  • 8 Types of Cool Hats for Guys in the Summer

    8 Types of Cool Hats for Guys in the Summer

    Is the heat already getting you down? Hey, it was bound to happen after a freezing winter and a cool spring. Now Mother Nature will exact her revenge. But you can protect yourself from the oppressive heat and the unbearable sunshine. How? With any of these hats. (more…)

  • 7 Steps for How to Create a Movie Poster from Scratch

    7 Steps for How to Create a Movie Poster from Scratch

    For most audiences, the introduction an upcoming film is the poster. In some ways, it’s very much a lost art. Poster design is too often relegated to generic shots with the film’s stars floating about the title.

    The days of great, artful, innovative work of the late Drew Struzan are passed. In Frank Darabont’s The Mist, lead character Tom Jane makes a career painting posters – the opening scene shows him working on a fictional adaptation of Stephen King’s The Dark Tower. The character is a tribute to Struzan, whose memorable works of art for films like Star Wars and the Indiana Jones films are as recognizable as the movies themselves. (more…)

  • 6 Most Dangerous Types of Computer Virus Attacks

    6 Most Dangerous Types of Computer Virus Attacks

    A computer virus has the potential of shutting you down and completely wrecking your business. While some may at best be a nuisance, others are a potential disaster waiting for the right triggers to cause havoc.

    Since the first virus, Elk Cloner, that targeted floppy discs, computer viruses have evolved to become, perhaps, one of the greatest threats of the 21st century. This is because businesses, governments, and even personal and public lifestyles have become extremely wired to the extent that almost every transaction or engagement is conducted via the internet. (more…)

  • 15 Worst Dogs for Children and Young Toddlers

    15 Worst Dogs for Children and Young Toddlers

    Although many dog breeds make perfect family dogs, there are also a lot that should be avoided by people who have children or are thinking about having children soon.

    Some dog breeds are simply more aggressive than others, or they can easily get scared or annoyed by kids who run around them, tease them, and scream in high-pitched voices. These dogs are the worst dogs for kids, for different reasons: (more…)

  • 7 Ways on How to Serve White Wine

    7 Ways on How to Serve White Wine

    Wine service doesn’t have to be overly complicated, but a few tricks of the trade will ensure that your wine always tastes great and that you look like a pro in front of your guests. There are best practices to follow to ensure that your white wine service goes off without a hitch every time. Here is how to serve white wine to your guests:

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  • 7 Easy Tricks to Ride Bikes for Tall People

    7 Easy Tricks to Ride Bikes for Tall People

    Getting in the right amount of exercise each day is crucial to your overall health. One of the best activities to stay active is by riding a bike. You’ll be able to see at the scenery and spend a great deal of your time outside.

    If you’re taller than most people, you may have a hard time finding the perfect size bike. This could take a bit more work and effort, since you may need to make the necessary adjustments to accommodate your height. However, there are many bikes on the market that can accommodate your needs regardless of how tall you are.

    Don’t let your height prevent you from getting the exercise you need and having fun on a bicycle. Below are seven easy tricks to ride bikes for tall people:

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  • 6 Ways on How to Scare Off Raccoons From Your Garden

    6 Ways on How to Scare Off Raccoons From Your Garden

    Raising and caring for a garden is a lot of work. You may grow tired of this chore, but want to ensure you have plenty of fresh food to eat. Fortunately, you can enjoy many of the freshest fruits and vegetables there may be when taking time to plant these.

    If you go to the trouble of having a garden, you’ll have to put in a lot of energy and effort. This means ensuring that your plants and vegetables remain safe and sound. There may be many types of wildlife in your garden, and you’ll want to control these pests and keep them away from this area. (more…)

  • 10 Leadership Qualities for Students in Business

    10 Leadership Qualities for Students in Business

    For a business to succeed, leaders should seek to develop the best leadership qualities and practices. The good news, however, is that these qualities can be learnt.

    Becoming a good leader does not happen overnight. It takes time to learn and study to be a good leader. Be ready and willing to learn on the job and avoid being dictatorial to your employees. Instead of telling them how to do specific tasks, model what needs to be done and wait for them to deliver excellent results. Always remember that, sometimes, the end justifies the means, but sometimes it doesn’t.

    Although the list of qualities of good leadership is long, these ten leadership qualities are important for students:

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