As a society, we rely on technology for everything from paying the bills to staying up-to-date with current events. And while technological platforms have undoubtedly made many daunting tasks much more convenient, some experts say we may be depending on them too much — especially where job-hunting is concerned. It’s never been easier to submit a resume to an employer, but now that the application process and digital recruitment is the standard, many are wondering whether this could actually end … Continue reading “Companies Rely On Technology To Find Candidates, But It’s Not Always Good News”
The World Is More Sleep Deprived Than Ever and Our Economies Are Suffering
Posted on August 24, 2017July 19, 2024Categories Featured News Leave a comment on The World Is More Sleep Deprived Than Ever and Our Economies Are SufferingWe live in a pretty sleepy world. Not only are Americans struggling to get to sleep every night, but people all across the world are sleepier than ever. As reported on CNN, the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that a third of all Americans get less than seven hours of sleep every night. The recommended amount is between seven to nine hours, and anything less can lead to chronic sleep deprivation. Plus, millions more of us are … Continue reading “The World Is More Sleep Deprived Than Ever and Our Economies Are Suffering”
Amazon Takes On Ulta Beauty For Lead In Beauty Industry
Posted on August 8, 2017July 19, 2024Categories Featured News Leave a comment on Amazon Takes On Ulta Beauty For Lead In Beauty IndustryAmazon has taken a bold step in the direction of the beauty industry, a market with a net worth of $400 billion. The e-commerce giant recently saw a 43% increase in cosmetics sales across five western markets, a fact that didn’t escape the notice of the actual cosmetics industry. This trend officially makes Amazon one of Ulta Beauty Inc’s largest competitors for the head of the industry. Ulta’s stock has dipped approximately 5% since Amazon began offering cosmetic discounts as … Continue reading “Amazon Takes On Ulta Beauty For Lead In Beauty Industry”
New Report Shows Shocking Disparity Between Teacher Salaries Worldwide
Posted on August 7, 2017July 19, 2024Categories Featured News Leave a comment on New Report Shows Shocking Disparity Between Teacher Salaries WorldwideA new global report has been released comparing high school teacher salaries around the world, and some countries are putting the United States to shame. The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) has released data on the average wage for a public school teacher. These numbers are important clues to the economic sustainability of a country, as half the public school workforce is made up of teachers, with the other half being guidance counselors, nurses, and other trained professionals such as … Continue reading “New Report Shows Shocking Disparity Between Teacher Salaries Worldwide”
Amazon Enters Appliance Market With Deal With Sears
Posted on August 2, 2017July 19, 2024Categories Business, Featured News Leave a comment on Amazon Enters Appliance Market With Deal With SearsSome home improvement trends never change, like the fact that 90% of homeowners prefer hardwood or tile floors in their kitchen. However, the home improvement industry itself is undergoing some major changes this year. Case in point: online retail giant Amazon is officially entering the home improvement world. This July shares of Home Depot and Lowe’s were hit hard after Amazon announced a new deal with Sears Holdings. The total market loss for Home Depot, Lowe’s, Whirlpool, and Best Buy … Continue reading “Amazon Enters Appliance Market With Deal With Sears”
New Real Estate Broker In California Is a Robot
Posted on July 31, 2017July 19, 2024Categories Featured News Leave a comment on New Real Estate Broker In California Is a RobotHomebuyers rarely find the home of their dreams without making some kind of change. For many, that change is directed toward the kitchen, where 84% upgraded their lighting, according to a 2017 study by U.S. Houzz Kitchen Trends. However, for future homebuyers, this may not be the case in the future. A new kind of real estate broker is finding the right homes for families by answering any residential question you ask, including what type of lighting is in the … Continue reading “New Real Estate Broker In California Is a Robot”
Uponor Invests $6.5 Million In New Facility, 11th Thus Far
Posted on July 31, 2017July 19, 2024Categories Featured News Leave a comment on Uponor Invests $6.5 Million In New Facility, 11th Thus FarIndoor plumbing dates back to 2500 B.C., and a lot has changed since then. The tools, the basic layouts, and the purposes of the utility might all look a little similar, but there probably wasn’t as high a demand for plumbers. Or plumbing fixtures. Situations like increasing drought-like conditions around the world, aging water distribution plants, and drainage systems in need of replacement, have created a need for more fixtures. The market size is expected to continue to grow well … Continue reading “Uponor Invests $6.5 Million In New Facility, 11th Thus Far”