Entertainment, food, nonstop activities and people willing to talk your ear off were on the menu del dia, and the waitstaff just kept coming. This year’s showcase, hosted by the Richmond Metro CVB, managed to pull my heartstrings more than a little and threaten to stretch my waistband a whole lot. I was one of 35 media representatives from all…
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Preparing Your People For An Overseas Assignment
Whether you are expanding your current operations into a foreign country or have partnered with an existing company to service your overseas customers, it is probable that some of your key people will need to travel to your overseas operation. Depending on the complexity of the operation and the amount of hands-on supervision required, an overseas assignment could last two…
Heroes Needed In Times Of Need
Natural disasters have devastated natural landscapes and the lives of millions in recent years. While technology is aiding us in keeping proactive in avoiding our presence in times of these traumatic events, many people are being seriously injured. The aftermath of these events has raised the need for professionals such as emergency medical technicians and trained nurses. Extreme times call…
Trip Report Lamu The Pearl Of The Kenyan Coast
My first thought upon arriving in Lamu, the pearl of the Kenyan coast, was where have I taken my 7-year-old kid? Dusty, dirty and it smelled, horribly. Lamu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its cultural significance, is steeped in the Swahili culture that once dominated the East African coast from Somalia to Mozambique. And despite my first impression, it…
Thinking Of Building Your Own Deck
Yea right! If that were all it takes I would be building decks for a living. But with good planning and knowledge of using power tools you can do it. The most important element of building a deck or for any project is the planning, if you plan poorly or quickly your project will turn out horrible, if you take…
Mind Your Travel Manners In Aruba
There are plenty of travel stories about “ugly Americans.” Usually, these travelers aren’t aware they are doing anything wrong while on vacation. But if you aren’t aware of local customs and etiquette, offending those around you may be inevitable. Though you will find that the uniquely Caribbean hospitality and slower pace of Aruba tourism are markedly different than anything in…
Bathroom Remodeling Supplies Your Buying Options
Are you planning on remodeling your bathroom in the near future? If so, have you already starting buying the supplies that you will need? Whether you have made the decision to completely change around your bathroom or only make a few changes, you will still need to purchase remodeling supplies. These remodeling supplies commonly include tools, materials, as well as…
How To Sell Your Books On Radio
In October 2004 when my book “Your Retirement Masterplan” (How To Books ISBN 1857039874) was published I participated in eleven 15-minute live interviews on local radio over a period of just five days. The results were highly encouraging; the book leapt from nowhere on Amazon.co.uk to position 194 out of 3123 competing titles and eventually grabbed the No.1 spot for…
How Can You Save Money On A New Treadmill
It is recommended by many to buy your treadmill from a local dealer because most people will need a service technician to help them if they have a problem. Some will even need local service for maintenance. That is why it is not always a good idea to buy on the net unless you were born with a wrench in…
Classified Advertising In Local Markets
Even with the growth of online classifieds and the increase in popularity in sites such as Craigslist, newspaper classifieds are still the preferred method of advertising for many wishing to sell unwanted items. This is evident in the number of print classified ads listed daily in newspapers and magazines throughout the country and worldwide. These advertisements may cost more than…