New books are emerging every year, and if you’re a book lover, know that many exciting books are coming out this year. To help our readers, we’ve done our research and picked out some of the best books that you should look out for this year. No matter what kind of books you like to read, there’s one that will suit everybody’s taste. Circe This book is currently one of the most popular read this year. Written by Madeline Miller and based on Greek mythology, the story involves a young woman…
Top 5 uses for a UV lamp and ultraviolet light
Contents [hide] 1 Tanning and skin treatment 2 Fluorescent inspection 3 Disinfection and germ control 4 Air Cleaning and bug eradication 5 Indoor Gardening The ultraviolet light is very useful. It has many applications in the commercial, industrial and healthcare sectors. Ultraviolet light is a kind of electromagnetic radiation. Its wavelength is close to that of X-rays and light.The LED technology is improving and so the UV LED lights are becoming more available in the market. The UV light has higher energy compared to the visible light and so it is…
What is Metal Fabrication?
Metal is part of our everyday lives and though metal fabrication is a massive, global business, those outside the industry are often oblivious to what it actually is. In simple terms, it is the process by which sheet metal is manipulated to create structures, products and components. This can include design, fabrication and installation and typically requires both machine engineering and automation as well as manual labour and skill. Creating the finished pieces requires precise work and a portfolio of different skills and expertise as each part has to be made to…
Unique Craft Ideas with Flowers
Flowers have been used in craft and decoration for a long time. From pressed flowers to candles, there is something for all crafty people. Just remember to pick flowers that are appropriate to the task you plan to undertake and don’t be scared to experiment. Trial and error can pay big dividends in the end. Here are some crafty ideas to get you started. Dried flowers These are very popular because you can let your creativity run wild. Not only that, but dried flowers are easy to make and can…
Your Work at Home Checklist
Working from home can be both exciting and stressful at the same time. It involves and requires a huge amount of commitment to enable you to make the most of the situation and stay committed when the sofa and a hot cup of coca beckons. One of the most important elements of running a home business is this high level of commitment, but there are several more unique elements which are needed in a home office: New Email When you join a company for employment the first thing that will…
A Guide on How to Write your First Autobiography
Writing an autobiography is ideal if you wish to keep a copy of your life story in a book or have it shared with the rest of the world. Don’t worry if you’ve never written an autobiography before. In this article, we’ll be giving you some advice on how to get started with your autobiography. Look for a reference To get an understanding of how an autobiography is written, start by finding a popular autobiography from someone you admire. Once you’ve read through the autobiography, you will be able to get…
Missing Out on Mobile Sales
With so much emphasis on smartphones, it’s important to make your website as mobile-friendly as possible so as not to miss out on potential sales. Providing easy-to-use and interactive phone apps gives these ‘mobile’ customers a convenient way to stay abreast of promotions and deals. It also gives them an easy way to get in contact with your business. The Impact of Mobile Sales It used to be the case that you needed to visit stores/businesses in person to inquire about products, pricing and delivery, as well as make the…
How to Increase Repeat Business
One of the hardest things to do in business is attract customers, so when you have hooked one, you want to make the most of it and be sure you have them coming back again and again. Whether your business specialises in printing services or business phone systems, the following are some great ways to increase the rate of repeat customers: Offer Discounts Once you have someone interested in your business enough to buy something, a good way to have them coming back for more is by offering them some…
Providing Backup Computers at Work
Having a few backup computers at hand could save your business a lot of wasted time and headache. They don’t necessarily have to be new computers; they may be older computers or legacy systems that are obsolete but still usable. Here are a few considerations for setting up a backup system for your computing needs in the workplace: 1. IT Emergencies IT emergencies can impose themselves on businesses and private users at the most unexpected, inconvenient times. You might use an ERP system with maintenance management software, along with a CRM…
Figuring Out the Size of a Marketing Campaign
A marketing campaign isn’t something that comes to you while you’re having a coffee break. Successful campaigns tend to be carefully researched and focused on details and execution, rather than based around a single, grand idea. Planning a marketing campaign starts with understanding your position in the marketplace, and ends with details like the wording of an advertisement. Emphasise your business ethos in everything, from uniforms to poster printing and your office decor.For example, if your products are naturally derived and organic, make sure all components reflect this, such as…