The 22 million U.S. jobs lost brought by the pandemic only proves that no nine-to-five job offers security. The end of the COVID-19 pandemic is still unknown, so protecting the income and securing its flow must be on top of everyone’s priorities. Those people who are still employed are fortunate. But, this does not mean they can
Most people work to live. A business doesn’t have to be personal, as long it sustains. Beyond the work hours, it means no more than a venture. A lucky few live to work, where each day is in pursuit of their interests. However, turning passions into profits isn’t an easy feat. Discipline is needed to
In 2018, Senator Pauline Hanson surprised many when she talked about preserving the Australian way of life in her speech. She mentioned that over a million Australian residents didn’t know how to speak English. Is there some truth to it, and why is it essential for someone in Australia, particularly those involved in a business,
When people talk about investments, many immediately think about buying stocks, bonds, or foreign exchange. Some might consider buying real estate properties, jewelry, or even luxury items. But not all investments require you to trade through a broker or a bourse. Alternative investment opportunities have been gaining popularity recently. Some of them can make you
No business owner would want to lose money. Sometimes, your business will feel like it is doing well. You have loyal customers and can retain most of them. You have a steady flow of income. But still, you fail to generate a positive cash flow. What could be the reasons and what can you do
Many competent cooks, some of them with a restaurant, are still under the impression that making barbecue is easy and all you need is a good fire, some meat, and lots of time. While they’re not exactly wrong, if you’ve ever made a barbecue before, then you would know that it’s not that simple. You
Many people think all Baby Boomers are already in their senior years. But in reality, we will need to wait until 2031 before most Baby Boomers will reach full retirement. If you, too, are nearing your retirement age, you might be thinking about how you could still be productive once you retire from your current
During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, billions of people around the world were left with no choice but to stay home to avoid further disease transmission. Governments in many countries imposed lockdowns that span entire cities and regions to limit peoples’ movements in an attempt to bring down the number of infected citizens. What many people saw as
The business world has seen many changes throughout time. Entrepreneurs use different strategies and incorporate many ideas to keep their trades relevant. Some trends found their spots in the world of commerce and stayed. Others served as fads and went out of the market window as fast as they came. A budding entrepreneur may ask,
The business industry is greatly affected by COVID-19. Almost 100,000 businesses that temporarily closed during the beginning of the pandemic had to permanently shut down. But when one door closes, another one opens. Because of the pandemic, many products and services are currently in demand and may continue to stay that way for years to come.