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Web Accessibility: Why Designing for Inclusivity Is Critical in the Digital Age
Inclusive design is the practice of designing products, services, and environments that are accessible and usable by people of all abilities, ages, and backgrounds. In the digital age, where technology has become an integral part of our daily lives, designing for inclusivity is more critical than ever before. Inclusive design also promotes equal opportunities and social inclusion, which are essential values in today's diverse and rapidly changing world.
Making Money on Your Own Terms With Your Own Small Business
As inflation rises in many places, many people are looking for side jobs to supplement their income. And with unemployment at a historical low, there are many jobs out there that you can fill. The key is to look for a job that will not be affected by inflation or one that you can’t be laid off from. That’s when a freelance or gig job can be the perfect solution, as is starting your own small business on the side.
6 Therapist-Approved Communication Exercises For Couples
Conflicts provide us insights into the state of a relationship. Remember that fighting is not always a bad omen, as all couples go through rough times in their relationships. Before learning how couples can improve communication, we must first understand the differences between good and bad communication.
7 Benefits of using AWS Redshift for your Data Warehousing needs
Choosing the right data warehouse solution is just as important as collecting data for business intelligence. To get the most out of your data, it must be easily accessible, well-organized, and simple to manipulate and store. Check out this blog to see the benefits of using AWS Redshift for your data warehousing in simple ways.
Essential Web Design and UI Trends to Follow In 2023
It is a known fact that you simply cannot provide a great user experience without an exquisitely designed user interface. The first thing users see on your website is the overall design and outlook, leaving a lasting impression on them.
The Shortage of Environmental Health Practitioners (EHP)
We are currently facing a crisis where there is a shortage of Environmental Health Practitioners (EHPs) in the industry. Local authority budgeting issues, government funding, lack of qualified professionals and the end of the pandemic has played a part in the scarcity of EHPs in the UK, leading to a detrimental effect on the public’s health and wellbeing.
Leveraging Your Expertise: How to Strengthen Your Competitive Edge and Grow Your Business
Leveraging your professional offering can be a smart way to grow your business. Whether you are an experienced entrepreneur or just starting out, harnessing the skills, knowledge and experience you have gained can be invaluable in standing out in the marketplace, winning more customers, and ultimately getting ahead.
5 simple steps to improving your employees’ wellbeing in 2023
Retention is a real problem in today’s society, so if you’re not taking care of your employees then not only are you driving high staff turnover, but you’ll also experience increased levels of employee absenteeism. However, this doesn’t mean that you need to invest huge amounts of money to put your employees’ wellbeing at the forefront of your business.
Why Is Responsive Web Design Essential for UX?
What all businesses need to do to cater to the incessantly increasing number of mobile users is to build a responsive website. Responsive web design makes a site look and works seamlessly, regardless of the screen size and orientation of the device it’s being viewed on.
Career Change at 40, How, When and Why!
It seems by the age of 40, you generally have lots of life experience, will have travelled, be settled in your own home and have friends or family close by. Most of my clients have a lovely homelife, a ‘good’ career, some have kids and most feel grateful for the life they have built. BUT they want something more and that often shows up as a change of career.
New Business owner: A Guide to Your First Office Space
As a new business owner with employees, one of the first things you’re going to need to arrange is a suitable office space. While working from home can be appropriate in the short term, as your business grows it will become vital to have a dedicated office for employees to congregate and collaborate, as well as for creating a bond between staff, or having a physical point of contact for clients.
Business Tips To Prepare and Manage Seasonal Workers
Whether it’s the Christmas retail trade, summer hospitality work, or farming during the harvest season, the benefits of seasonal workers are incredibly apparent. Seasonal workers reduce the need for large workforces all year round and favor employment only when demand is greatest.
Work/Life Balance Post COVID - Adjusting To The New Normal
According to Dentistry today (2020), half of the dentists 50% are dissatisfied with their work life balance. How can we assist them to have a positive work life balance? One may ask what is the difference between a positive work life balance and a negative work life balance? Personally it is having the flexibility to manage time between your work and your personal life.
How and Why You Should be Reporting on Project Success
An effective business should conduct regular reporting on project success. Analysing performance will help you work effectively towards your KPIs, and allow for beneficial changes to be identified. By not reporting on project success, you are putting your business at a disadvantage.
Work-Life Balance: How to Prioritise Health and Wellness in a Busy Workplace
In today's fast-paced and ever-changing work environment, it's more important than ever to prioritise your health and well-being. Not only will taking care of yourself help you feel better and be more productive, but it will also help you to avoid burnout and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
How to Build a Results-Oriented Team Culture Without Risking Burnout
Creating a results-oriented culture within your organisations is not something that can be achieved overnight. It requires highly motivated staff, all pulling in the same direction and working together to achieve the best possible outcomes.
Making Caring About the Environment Fashionable
The online realm is a great place for young person to start their journey to become environmental leaders. They have at their fingertips the phenomenon that is social media to inspire others through their encounters in nature or fanning the flames of action through motivational outpourings.
How to help with employee voice through intranet software
It’s no secret that an engaged workforce provides huge benefits for employees and employers alike. Making sure that your employees feel like they are heard is an essential first step in enhancing workplace productivity. Keeping them engaged, and having a transparent relationship that includes active listening, prevents issues from forming down the line.
Building A Brand With No Audience: Brand Strategy Tips
Many start-ups and small businesses think that they don’t need to worry about branding because they don’t have the budget for it or it's something they can focus on later down the road. However, this is a mistake. Even if you don’t have the money to hire a branding agency, there are still many things you can do to build a strong brand and online presence to attract your 'super fan'.
The Dangers of Relying on Instant Messaging in the Workplace
One big problem with apps such as WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger is that, whilst they can serve a business use, they are still social media. As staff become comfortable with them, the tone of what would otherwise be a professional conversation can be lowered. Here are some real-life examples of what work-focused social media apps should not be used for when communicating with staff.