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The impact of COVID-19 (coronavirus) on the economy will be longstanding. Broad-based unemployment (both temporary and permanent), a drop in consumer confidence, and lower business spending have caused ended the longest economic expansion in American history. However, the impact of COVID-19 has been felt differently in various industries. Just as 70% of Americans have less than $1,000 stashed away for emergencies, many businesses were unprepared for the pandemic and the government measures to slow its spread. As a result, many … Continue reading “Economic Impact of COVID-19 on Industry”

In these unprecedented times, coronavirus has raised plenty of uncertainty and fear in regard to public health and the economy. Almost 70% of Americans have less than $1,000 in savings, and many of the 30.7 million small businesses are struggling to stay open or finance their operations until the outbreak has passed. It’s highly likely that 54% of the small businesses still open will have no choice but to close their doors in the coming weeks. How are small businesses … Continue reading “How Small Businesses Are Handling the 2020 Pandemic”

The world of medical education is arguably the most rigorous to exist. It’s time-consuming, expensive, academically challenging, all for good reason. Medical professionals, in one facet or another, have the care of human lives in their hands. For that reason, medical professions should have rigorous training programs. That said, when we regular people get hurt, sick, or otherwise need medical attention, 97% of us can be cared for at an urgent care while the other 3% have to be transferred … Continue reading “Man Jailed For Posing As Doctor Becomes One 20 Years Later”

Unfortunately, divorce is incredibly common in the United States, with between 40 and 50% of marriages ending in separation. Even the smoothest and most easy-going of divorces can be a threat to your personal finances. You’re going from a double-income household to a single-income income household in a short period of time. If you’re not prepared, you could jeopardize your savings and even your retirement funds. So how can you keep your finances secure when you’re going through such a … Continue reading “Divorce: How To Do It Without Hurting Your Finances”

Earlier this month, Amazon warehouse workers went on strike globally to protest the conditions of Amazon warehouses and impossibly high quotas. Many people, in support of these protests and strikes, boycotted the e-commerce giant throughout the duration of the company’s annual sale. Despite these efforts, Amazon workers have yet to see significant changes as a result of the strikes, still facing difficult conditions, high quotas, and physical strain on the job. Amazon Continues To Dominate E-Commerce Since its creation in the earlier … Continue reading “Amazon Workers Strike On Prime Day With Limited Results”

The majority of modern businesses rely heavily on IT to run at least part, if not all, of their daily operations. Even the 2,800 medical clinics in operation need IT to run efficiently. Managers dread the thought of this system going down, as it would mean a major stall in business. It’s imperative for any company that depends on an IT infrastructure to have a disaster recovery plan in place. If the unthinkable happens, this plan ensures that you can … Continue reading “How To Create An Effective Disaster Recovery Plan For Your Business”

The digital landscape is ever-evolving, which means that marketers must constantly stay on their toes and remain open to new ideas. While the nature of this sector can be a challenge, it can also bring real rewards — if you know the right way to harness your power. By keeping up with the latest trends and maintaining a flexible strategy, you’ll ensure your marketing campaigns achieve those coveted milestones this year. While there’s a lot of advice out there that … Continue reading “3 Digital Marketing “Musts” to Keep in Mind During 2019”