Craig Middleton
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Helpful Tips for Improving Your Web Design
It isn’t easy to create a website design that will work. When someone arrives on your website, you have only five seconds (or under) to capture their attention and keep them on the site. That isn’t too much time to leave an impression. This means if you don’t have great load time or if the navigation on your site isn’t easy to use and understand, your visitors are going to bounce away – quickly.
By Craig Middleton4 years ago in Journal
Top Tips for Ensuring Smooth Business Operations
The efficiency of business operations can make the difference between success and failure. In fact, it’s the reason why accomplished business leaders spend a significant amount of time seeking opportunities to boost operational efficiency. Check out the tips below on how you can ensure your business operates smoothly and with optimal effectiveness.
By Craig Middleton4 years ago in Journal
How to Complete a Stress-Free DIY Project
DIY projects are a great way to use your creativity and make your house more comfortable. However, it’s easy to start a project and never finish it, or to start one and mess it up so badly that you have to throw it away. Follow these tips to make sure that your DIY projects go smoothly every step of the way.
By Craig Middleton4 years ago in Lifehack
6 Ways to Make Money on Amazon
While it may have started as a small website for selling used books, Amazon has quickly become one of the world’s largest retailers. In addition to selling products, Amazon now produces shows and movies and has a stake in the grocery industry. It also owns several companies including Goodreads, IMDB, Zappos, and Whole Foods.
By Craig Middleton4 years ago in Journal
Creative Car Pranks to Trick Your Friends
If you consider yourself a prankster, then maybe you’ve heard of these pranks before. If not, you’re welcome. Keep in mind, though, that only true friendships can stand the test of practical jokes and in that case, only even truer friendships will survive pranks on vehicles. If you’re going to pull a prank on your best friend’s car, then consider your options carefully and proceed with caution.
By Craig Middleton4 years ago in Wheel
Great Tools to Make Business Automation Easier
Each year, technology continues to advance at a rapid pace. Sometimes it can be difficult for businesses, especially new businesses, to keep up with all of the changes. One of the best ways to keep up with the trends is to use business automation tools. Below are some of the best tried and true technologies to improve your business's automation.
By Craig Middleton4 years ago in Journal
Appreciate Your Employees, Depreciate Your Turnover
Employees are a vital asset to any business and yet one of the resources that are the easiest to neglect. Without understanding the importance of employees, many businesses would no longer function. Appreciation is a key component of retaining excellent employees and reducing the risk of turnover, however, many are unsure of how or when to express appreciation. Consider these three areas for how to show your employees that you are grateful for their dedication and hard work.
By Craig Middleton4 years ago in Journal
How to Leverage Social Media into Your Business's Marketing Plan
As a business manager, it's important to bring in steady revenue to support your operations and provide you and your employees with a steady paycheck. However, to bring in revenue many businesses must lean on marketing strategies to spread the word about their organization and its offering so customers are aware of what's available when making purchasing decisions. If you're just getting started with your business and are considering implementing a marketing plan to help drive sales revenue, you should also plan to include social media strategies as well. Here are some helpful tips you can use when creating a marketing strategy for your startup.
By Craig Middleton4 years ago in Journal
Benefits of Kids Participating in Sports from a Young Age
Introduction Growing up, everyone has partaken in some sort of sport at one point in their lives even if they hadn’t continued it for an extended amount of time. During those points, they could recall the sense of blood rushing through their body, the exhilarating sensation that accompanied the sense of satisfaction. Every breath in those moments, being one of relief. There’s positivity there as long as you do so with good company.
By Craig Middleton4 years ago in Families
Getting Your House Ready For Guests
Make Room For Them Getting a space ready for your guests means more than having the room clean and the bed made. Set up the space so they will have their own space to retreat to. Find a small table or television tray to set up as a luggage rack for them to set their baggage on. Clean out the dresser to give them a place to put their clothes. Find the best sheets and blankets to put on the bed. Be sure there is an alarm clock, a Bluetooth speaker or other sort of radio, and possibly a sound machine especially if you live in a different type of area as they do. Also have plenty of electrical outlets available for them to plug their electronic devices in. If the room has an ensuite, stock it with clean towels, full rolls of toilet paper, and soaps both at the sink and in the shower. Also, if there is a television available, change the batteries in the remote and leave instructions how to use it.
By Craig Middleton4 years ago in Lifehack
The Customer Is Always Right When It Comes To Your Company's Success
When it comes to business, you've likely heard the phrase, "the customer is always right". Some business owners bristle at the very thought that someone else has an influence on the way their business prospers, but the reality is that a satisfied and happy customer is one who continues to return to you.
By Craig Middleton4 years ago in Journal
6 Ways to Calm Down Before Your Next Big Game
1. Train Hard Don't just expect your natural talent and ability to carry you through each game. It doesn't matter how good you are, you must train to get (and stay) on top of your sport. Training prepares your body and mind for what you will experience during a game so you can approach competition calmly and with confidence.
By Craig Middleton4 years ago in Longevity