Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain Technology probably represent one of the most radical and dynamic ways of redefining the future of our financial systems. Being characterized by decentralization, working on a peer-to-peer network, having complete anonymity, non-taxable nature, etc. they present an idyllic scenario of what finance should be. However, when it comes to existing reality, they are found to be very divorced from it. In other words, cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin are too great a departure for them to become complete mainstream entities and be accepted as legal tender by governments, and financial institutions. It should be pointed out that such issues…
Author: Charlie Proctor
If you want your career to take a particular path, sustaining strong career growth over the long-term is obviously going to be very important indeed. You want to ensure you’re on the right track and able to keep moving things in the right direction. But it’s certainly easier said than done. What does it take to create sustainable career growth? That’s what we’re going to look into and assess today. Here are some of the things that’ll make it possible. Set Strategic Goals First of all, you should think about setting strategic goals for yourself in your career. How are…
If you’re looking for ways to support your team during this difficult time then don’t worry, you have definitely come to the right place. Although team-sports are currently few and far between during the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important for you to continue to support your favourite teams as best as you possibly can. Luckily, there are lots of ways for you to do exactly that. From buying their merchandise to booking a future season ticket, the more you’re doing to help the better. With that in mind, here are 7 ways to support your favourite sports teams during COVID-19: Rewatch…
We’ve been told that we can no longer rely on public transport. Trains, buses, and trams are all off-limits for the foreseeable future. You can expect to see more and more cities take up this policy and governments warn, crowding could start a second wave of Covid-19 cases. This is something that every nation is trying desperately to avoid. So, in light of recent circumstances, there are some forms of transport you should try to make life easier. Cars are back in style For years we’ve been told that we shouldn’t be driving as much as we have been. It’s…
When someone is celebrating a birthday, for example, you might find yourself struggling to pick out the perfect gift for your loved one or friend. These days, one trend that is growing in popularity is the practice of ethical gift-giving. In a nutshell, ethical gifts don’t particularly benefit the person on their birthday, for instance. Instead, they show thought and compassion because you have carried out a charitable act on that person’s behalf. Arguably the main reason ethical gifts are growing in popularity is that they encourage charitable giving rather than unnecessary spending. After all, people usually buy the things…
During these times of uncertainty, many professionals are taking their side hustle to the next level, trying to turn it into a profitable business. Some other entrepreneurs and business owners have to win over the competition to survive. Becoming a delivery driver or offering a delivery service is one of the best ways to build a successful relationship with your existing customers and reach out to new ones. That is if you have the right resources! Space Picking a van to improve your company is not as easy as picking a new car. It can require you to understand what…
By Suzanne Wentley Remote freelance work has become one of the most resilient and lucrative employment options, particularly for web designers and other creatives. As companies downsize in the face of a recession, they often turn to freelancers to fill the gaps left behind by full-time employees. Freelancing can provide freedom and a steady source of income. So how do you start a recession-proof freelance business? For many, branching out on their own can be intimidating and overwhelming. But it doesn’t have to be. Creative, forward-thinking professionals can create impressive, independent careers that result in steady work—even during a recession.…
The whole world is still reeling from the onslaught of the pandemic in the first quarter of 2020. It changed our perception of a safe place. Suddenly the safest place is not where the crime rate is low and the weather is predictable. It’s not the less treacherous valleys and the absence of roaming wild beasts. The only safe we want to hear: it’s COVID-19 free. The world suddenly shrank and forced us to the last safe one- our homes. We postponed travel goals, business, and leisure alike. Together we boxed ourselves and wait for things to get back in…
Debt is the kind of thing that can really negatively affect a person’s life in a number of ways. If you have debt hanging over you, then you will know full well just what it can do to your life, and just how stressful it can really be to have that to worry about. Even just a small amount of debt has been known to be linked and related to poor mental and physical health, poor living conditions, and a generally unfortunate life situation. If you have some debts and you are keen to try and pay them off, there…
Practically every business in the country has been affected by the coronavirus outbreak, including those that operate entirely online. Now, though, many companies are beginning the long slog back to work. In this post, we’re going to take a look at some of the tactics that they’re using to restart their enterprises and keep people safe. Bring Back Your Talented Employees At the beginning of the coronavirus crisis, companies slashed jobs like never before. Managers realised that it just wasn’t worth keeping people if demand was going to tank and stores shuttered. Getting people to return to work, however, will…