Category: General

Chinese philosopher Confucius once said that “It does not matter how slowly you go so long as you do not stop.” Obviously he was never stuck driving behind an elderly person on a road with long stretches of no passing zones! And the problem isn’t getting any better. At the website Smart Motorist, they predict… Continue reading Staying Mobile Longer – How Elderly Can Prevent Losing Their Driving Privileges

Programming can seem intimidating/ But for the average person, it’s not essential to get a college degree for the sole purpose of building a program. There are a number of great books on the market that will help you learn how to use C++ programming like a pro. Whether you want to spend time each… Continue reading 5 Great Books You Should Read To Learn About C++ Programming

If you…or someone you know has recently been in an auto accident, you are probably a little sore, to say the least. Hopefully you have already been checked out by a doctor to rule out any serious injury that needs immediate medical attention. However, quite often there are soft tissue injuries such as whiplash, sprained… Continue reading 4 Tips To A Quicker Recovery From An Auto Accident Injury

The emotional demands of public-sector work exceed those of employment in the private sector. The leading causes of job stress still apply. Job insecurity, heavy workloads, and changes to the organization all take their toll. With an average of 9.1 sick days annually compared to 5.7 for private employees, it is clear that the nature… Continue reading 3 Ways Managers Can Better Support Junior Social Workers

Your boss is not the only one who can give you a hard time at your workplace. Your colleagues can crack racist jokes with you being the butt of it, they can also try to pass sexual comments in the garb of jokes. They might also target you for almost everything that they despise. This… Continue reading Dealing With A Hostile Work Environment

When your kids are a little older, they might begin taking public transportation by themselves. It’s always a good idea to accompany them as long as possible, however. Whether your children are alone or with you, you must teach them very important public transportation safety tips. Here are the things every child who takes the… Continue reading Important Public Transportation Safety Tips For Kids

In the exciting technological revolution of smart phones and other handheld devices, we have come to trust the digital world to fulfill our every need. However, for organization and scheduling needs, many people are now returning to the standard wall calendar. Wall calendars are still one of the best ways to keep individuals, families and… Continue reading The Advantages Of Wall Calendars

Knitting is a fun, relaxing pastime that allows you to create something you’re proud of that’s also beautiful and functional. Afghans are made of colored yarn, and they are blankets, wraps, or shawls. They’re usually very colorful with geometric designs, and there are many holes within the patterns. In North America, they’re often used as… Continue reading The 101 On Knitting Afghans

With a production system that combines not only their general manufacturing processes, but also their management philosophies, Toyota Manufacturing is a much-admired automobile maker. As the economy fluctuates and more automobile manufacturers near the reality of bankruptcy and bailouts, one company stands out among the competition. Despite a highly publicized acceleration issue, which Toyota is… Continue reading Toyota’s Way: Just In Time Production Concepts

The date of 12th December 2012 – or 12.12.12 – saw a flurry of people around the world rushing to get married given the unusual nature of the date. It was also the date chosen by the organisers of what was billed as the largest charity gig since Live Aid, the concert at Madison Square… Continue reading Biggest Gig Since Live Aid – The Hurricane Sandy Benefit