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February

January 19, 2018

7 Inspiring Reasons to Become a Project Manager

Generally speaking, project managers are in charge of bringing various projects to successful completion. They manage a team of people whose task is to work on the project by coordinating participants and giving them different tasks. The main task of the project manager is to coordinate and direct the activities of a large number of participants in the implementation of the project and in particular to manage the project implementation, in order to effectively complete the project. The project manager should work to finish the project in the shortest possible time and with the least cost so that the entire work is done in the most efficient way. Project managers also deal with linking and resolving relationships between investors and contractors, then between individual contractors and subcontractors, between members of the project team and individual contractors and subcontractors, and finally between the members of the project team itself. The project manager is responsible for maintaining the overall goal of the project or to link the individual goals of the individual participants in the realization of the project in the overall goal of the project. Although this seems to be very boring and tedious, depending on the projects on which they work, being a project manager can be one of the most exciting and the best jobs in the world. It is why we bring you the list of inspiring reasons to become a project manager, and if you recognize yourself in this profession, make sure to get the project management certification. We took some of the main ideas from CCE Assumption College.

Strong job market

Being a project manager is on the top when it comes to job market today, and if you prove yourself to be great at it, you will probably have a job until the rest of your life.

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Competitive salary

If you take into consideration that the average annual salary for project managers is $99,237, you will realize that this may be a dream job in any sense.

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Freedom to find a field that interests you

What is probably the best about being a project manager is the fact that you may find a job in various companies and organizations, according to your own preferences and skills.

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Every project is unique

This is not a boring job, and you should definitely be aware of it. It is so dynamic to the point that every day is different, being probably the best thing.

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Make a difference

When you are a project manager, you may reach the point when you work on projects that will change the world, and you may really make an impact and a big deal.

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Work with a diverse team

Being a project manager includes working with many people, most importantly, different people. This may be annoying at a certain point, but you may learn a lot from them.

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Learn something new every day

This comes as an obvious reason to become a project manager, including everything that was said previously; different people, dynamic tasks, and learning how to cope with obstacles. All in all, being a project manager really seems to be a dream job!

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January

January 17, 2018

5 Advantages of Having Only One Child

One of the biggest challenges that parents of one child often face is the pressure of family, friends, and even acquaintances to decide or to think about having another child. Many parents are wondering whether they want another child or not, and if they choose to have only one child, they face condemnation, and they do not know what is actually right, and what’s better for the first child; to have a brother or sister, or grow up alone. On the other hand, there are many reasons why some people decide on having one child only. In some cases, the health situation is not in their favor, while in some other cases such decision is made due to the financial situation, or the fact that they live in a loft or in a very small apartment so they cannot think about expanding the family. Opinions about having only one child are often expressed in clichés: they grow up alone, they are stagnant, they do not know how to share things with others, they are spoiled and more egoistic than other children, and so on and so forth. However, there is almost no scientific evidence for this. Nevertheless, the aforementioned opinion is present and shows how deeply we believe that life with more children is more fulfilled. However, this list gives you some of the advantages of having only one child, and you should definitely read it until the end.

More time to spend with your child

Children of different ages have different needs, and if you have more of them, you will have to split your time, and you will feel completely exhausted by the end of the day. Having one child means focusing only on him or her, being able to follow all of the activities.

Legs and feet of an adult and child, both wearing boots, standing on dirt ground — Photo by Daiga Ellaby on Unsplash

Less chaos and calmer parent

People with more children know that they may expect a chaos to happen at any moments, as siblings usually fight over toys or other important things for their age. When they grow up, they want separate rooms, independence, and many other things, and all of this may provoke a bigger chaos in your head. If you have only one child, this won’t happen.

A baby sitting with her father while looking at a kids book. — Photo by Picsea on Unsplash

More free time as a parent

Having only one child will also bring you more free time for yourself as a parent, and you will be able to travel more, to meet with friends, or to simply enjoy a cup of coffee and a good book. This is the luxury that people with more children rarely have, especially while they are younger.

Mother, daughter and father holding hands in a line on a beach during the daytime. — Photo by Natalya Zaritskaya on Unsplash

More money to save

Yes, this seems to be quite selfish, but it’s true; many people decide to have only one child because it is much easier on the wallet. While some parents definitely cannot afford another child, some others decide to have only one as they want to invest more in him or her. As simple as that.

More opportunities

When you get to have more money and more time, this definitely means more opportunities for your child. It means that he or she may be involved in various activities, to attend various classes, and to travel more with parents.

March

January 17, 2018

6 Most Famous Thieves in History

Almost all of the people in the world have already heard of a famous international jewel thief network called “Pink Panthers” from the Balkans, whose members usually come from Bosnia, Serbia, Montenegro, and Croatia. The legendary group of professional diamond robbers has been dominating the scene for the past ten years. The jewelry owners around the world are completely terrified by them, as there are no elite places in this world that this team has not damaged for billions of dollars. But, they are not the only ones worth mentioning when it comes to most famous thieves in history. While you read this text, make sure to check out all of your locks, or call a locksmith if you are not sure whether you are protected enough, as we are going to bring you the names of some of the most famous thieves in history. Being a thief is not as easy as you think. It should not surprise you that, among these names, there are some incredibly intelligent people who planned all the single details regarding their thefts. In most of the cases, they ended up stealing enormous amounts of money and other valuable goods, but they could not enjoy it fully, as they would usually get caught by the police. Let’s learn something more about them.

Doris Payne

Well, if you expected only males on the list, the name of Doris Payne is here to prove you wrong. Payne is one of the most famous thieves in history, as she spent almost five decades in professional thefts, targeting high-end jewelry stores and boutiques.

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Derek “Bertie” Smalls

Smalls definitely started with a small theft that he committed when he was only 15 years old, but eventually ended up robbing British bank of over £230,000, which was definitely a record at the time. Not long after that, he was caught by the British police.

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Carl Gugasian

Carl Gugasian is one of the most famous thieves in history, as he supposedly robbed more than $2 million in his “career”. He was most famous for very organized series of car thefts, but banks were also his targets in most of the cases. He would usually “work” on Friday nights, being the reason why he was known as Friday Night Robber.

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Frank William Abagnale Jr.

If you watched the movie “Catch me if you can”, you definitely know about Frank William Abagnale Jr., one of the most famous thieves in history, known for his successful impersonations of an airline pilot, a doctor, lawyer and prison officer.

Albert Spaggiari

Albert Spaggiari gained his reputation as one of the most famous thieves in history for his famous robbing of a Société Générale vault in France. He planned every single detail for this robbery, as he formed an eight-meter-long tunnel underground, taking more than 60 million francs.

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Jesse Woodson James

James was one of the most famous thieves in the 19^th century America, and he was responsible for numerous bank robberies at the time. He is famous for his great intelligence, but besides being a robber, he was also a murderer, as he apparently killed some of his gang members due to certain inconveniences.

March

January 17, 2018

6 Things to Consider Before Choosing Your Home Security System

Security of your home is not something that should be taken lightly. With the increasing rate of recorded cases of burglary, theft, and break-ins, it is your duty to ensure that your home and your belonging are well protected at every point in time.

However, deciding which one to choose among the numerous available home security system options can be a really daunting task. Companies continue to come up with innovative home security systems day after day, while the industry keeps on growing. To save you the time and headache, here are some of the things that should be put into consideration when choosing a home security system.

1. Types of Home Alarm Monitoring

The first thing to consider when choosing a home security system is the type of security system you will like to install in your home. This include monitored system and unmonitored system. Once the alarm gets triggered, the monitored system will notify the call center who will then get in touch with security officials.

On the contrary, the unmonitored system will set up a really loud siren both outside and inside the home anytime the alarm is triggered. Ensure that you compare and contrast the pros and cons of both monitoring systems before choosing one.

2. Technology and Home Automation Capabilities

Furthermore, it is also important to compare the technology and home automation capabilities of the security system you are choosing. Going for a system with obsolete technology may not be ideal enough. The best thing is to choose a system featuring advanced technology.

In addition, ensure that you are able to integrate the system into your home automation. Integrating the home security system into your home automation will provide an enhanced layer of security. This will make it possible for you to perform tasks such as locking doors, turning off lights, etc., from a remote location.

3. Home Security System Packages

This refers to all the inclusive packages that come with your home security system. Most home security system providers often create these packages to give the customer an array of affordable options to choose from. Ensure that you select the home security system packages that provided enough security for your home and your belongings.

4. Security System Costs

In addition, you must also consider the cost of the home security system before choosing it. The cost of the security devices, installation cost, upgrade cost, replacement etc. should be considered before deciding on which system to choose.

5. Customer Experience and Support

Anticipated security breaches can occur. The security devices can even experience downtime. When this occurs, you need to be sure that your home security system provider will offer fast response and support service to ensure that your system starts working again. Check out what previous customers have to say about the company. This will give you an idea about the support services and customer experience to expect.

6. Choose a Reputable Brand

Finally, choose a reputable brand. A brand with years of experience and the technical expertise is guaranteed to deliver a top class security system for your home. A reputable brand will only provide high-quality equipment with warranty. Don’t be bothered about the cost. The little extra you pay will actually be worth more than the price.

There you have it! The above are some of the things you may need to consider before choosing a home security system. By making use of the tips mentioned above, you will be able to provide guaranteed security for your home.

January

January 15, 2018

6 Benefits of Living in a Big City

A large number of people think about moving to a big city at one point in their lives because of their work or education, but, in most cases, they don’t find it easy to deal with all those things that make life in big cities not so simple. A large number of the same people are not happy with life in big cities because of the fast pace of life, the distance they need to go through the day from point one to point two, and they are also not happy with the crowds and the higher costs, but, the truth is, life in the big city offers many advantages. Regardless of whether you live in a house, condo or an apartment, what is really the biggest difference is whether its location is in the city or the village, and this largely determines the way your life will go on day by day. It is why we made the list of benefits of living in a city, and you should specifically pay attention to them if you plan to expand your family or simply live an urban way of life. Check out our list and decide for yourself!

Accessibility to many attractions

The most important cultural and historical buildings are usually located in the capital cities and major centers so these national sights will be practically at your fingertips. And, you will definitely have things to show to your friends when they come for a visit.

Faster Administration

Depending on where you live, but in most cases, when you are away from large cities, you must occasionally visit them because of different documentation, necessary permits and certificates for your work, health care and other bureaucratic requirements. But, if you live in the city, you may finish everything in a day or two.

Quality leisure time

The biggest cultural and sports events are organized mainly in the largest cities in the country. Here you can find something for everyone, regardless of whether you are a lover of music, sports, theater, comedy, or anything else. One thing is certain; with the number of choices, you will never be bored!

More people, more opportunities

More people open up more opportunities for personal development, career advancement, and other changes in life. These people in the big cities bring a completely different experience, as you will have hundreds of chances to meet a lot of people of different interests, from different cultures and environments.

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Higher quality services

Greater competition and the presence of numerous companies guarantee a wider choice of partners when assembling various jobs, but also better service. Much ahead of others in smaller communities, you will be able to try out novelties in different areas, but also to transfer all these innovations into less developed environments.

Public transportation

When you live in a big city, you definitely don’t need a car, as you will be able to fully enjoy the benefits of the public transportation. This will make your life much easier, especially if your work or school is a little bit far away from the place where you live.

January

January 13, 2018

5 Hosting Tips for Choosing a Good Provider

Managed hosting is something that is catered to clients that are technologically proficient, but they lack the time or acumen to navigate servers, troubleshoot applications, and manage the operating system. It’s a specialty that can do wonders for your business – large or small.

Interested?

Well, if your interest has been piqued, then you’ll quickly realize that there are so many services that are vying for your IT loonies and toonies. Of course, it can be difficult to choose a managed hosting company, but with some due diligence and know what to look for, you can succeed in this endeavour.

Here are five tips for choosing a managed hosting provider:

January

January 10, 2018

6 Benefits of Natural Childbirth

Natural childbirth is usually considered to be the best way for a woman to bring her baby to the world. However, this procedure may definitely bring certain risks, so many people are wondering why future moms would opt for this option at all since the cesarean section is now being performed almost routinely. On the other side, a cesarean section may bring other things, such as scars, so many women decide to undergo plastic surgery after the section. However, it is important to know that there are many benefits of such a birth and that some of these benefits also apply to the health of women in the later period. Although technology has advanced in this segment, it is enough to think that for centuries, women have brought their children to the world naturally and that there in most cases, there haven’t been many complications. Of course, this does not go if a pregnant woman is at risk and if for some reason the baby cannot come to the world naturally, being the reason why one such decision should not be made before consulting your gynecologist. Many women around the world today opt for a home birth as well, which is also praiseworthy, as home-born children all along with their mother, which is the healthiest and best way, but also of priceless value for both mother and newborn. In any case, the childbirth should be a positive and nice experience, not a trauma, therefore it is really important to educate yourself, go to lectures, read, and maintain a healthy communication with doctors. So, let’s see what are the benefits of natural birth.

Shorter labor

In most of the cases, when it comes to natural childbirth, labor is quite shorter, as all that you do is listening to your body, without forcing anything.

No epidurals and less medical interventions

It is widely known that epidurals prolong the labor, as they basically disconnect women from the natural pushing action, being the reason why some additional medical measures need to be undertaken.

Facilitated breastfeeding

It has been proven that babies who are born natural way are more prone to easily engage in breastfeeding process. On the other side, babies exposed to an epidural usually have difficulties, being unable to start regularly breastfeeding for days.

Health benefits for moms and babies

As being said previously, epidurals may bring to the fact that additional medical measures need to be undertaken, and all this may affect the health of both mom and baby. It is why natural childbirth is considered quite healthier in this regard.

Faster recovery time

With natural childbirth, women take much less time to recover, as they listen to their body and do exactly what it signals them to do. Epidurals and other medical intervention can exhaust and affect the body to the point it may take weeks or even months before the recovery.

Incredible connection and experience

When women are fully conscious during their labor, they are able to go through the whole process and to be aware of the significance of the whole experience. Although this may be a painful experience, all of the women later remember it as the most beautiful time of their lives.

January

January 7, 2018

5 Handy Travel Tips for Airbnb Guests

Know what’s cooler than living in a hotel when you’re traveling? Staying at an Airbnb. This popular way of vacationing is both unique and exciting. With Airbnb, you get a personal atmosphere at amazing rates. As the guest, you will have a host who is committed to giving you the best possible experience during your stay. This is a sharp contrast to the impersonal nature of hotels. If you pick the right property, then your stay is bound to be pleasant and comfortable. Here are some Airbnb tips for guests during their first stay.

Check Out the Host Reviews

You need to check out what other guests have to say about your prospective host. This will allow you to determine what kind of person they are and whether you would be a good fit. Be wary of any negative reviews especially if it has to do with the conduct of the host.

After your stay, make sure to go back to the review section of Airbnb to leave your review. Let the host know if there was a problem before leaving a negative review. It is only fair if you give them a chance to remedy any issues. In most cases, they will do their best to sort it out to avoid a negative review of their property.

Keep Time

The typical host won’t have all day to wait for you to arrive, unlike a hotel. Since it’s a short term rental, they usually have other engagements and don’t spend too much time at their properties attending to guests. For this reason, you should make a point of arriving when you said you would. Make sure to check out on time too to avoid wasting their time. There is a chance that new guests will show up immediately after you check out and so you need to give the host adequate time to prepare their home.

Stick to A Schedule

If you will be sharing the home with your host, then you need to plan your schedule in a way that does not inconvenience them. For example, if you will be sharing the bathroom, then pick a convenient time for you to shower. You don’t have to shower early in the morning when your host is preparing to leave for work. Schedule bath time for a bit later in the morning. If you’re going out to party and will get back late into the night, you need to make arrangements with the host on how you’re going to get into the house without causing disturbance. For example, they might ask that you use the back door.

Show Some Respect for Your Host

One thing you need to remember is that this is not your home and you have to live by the rules of your host. It is not polite to be loud and noisy when they need some peace and quiet. Make a point of leaving everything better than you found it. Clean up after yourself and don’t take liberties with your host’s stuff.

Money Etiquette

Airbnb levies a fee based on a percentage of the reservation fee when you make a payment through the site. This helps protect both the host and you in case anything goes wrong. You are not required to tip since the host is not really a service provider. You will be charged a cleaning fee separately depending on the terms of the host.

January

January 7, 2018

8 Tips for Shopping for Clothes Online

Shopping online comes with its fair share of benefits. You don’t have to leave the house or wait in line. You can actually do it in your pajamas in the middle of the night. However, it does have its drawbacks. If you’ve tried buying clothing online, then you probably know all too well the challenges shoppers face. The jeans might arrive a size too small or the blouse looking nothing like what you thought you bought. Absolutely frustrating, but you shouldn’t give up yet. Below are some nifty tips on how to shop for clothes online.

Get the Size Right

The problem with clothing is that sizes can vary by brand. You need to take your measurements before making a purchase. Check out the clothing manufacturers sizing chart on the website to make sure you get the right size.

Shop Around

Once you’ve found something you like, you can go from one online store to another comparing price. The beauty of online shopping is that you can get multiple sellers by doing a web search based on the name and brand of the item you’re looking for. Make sure to factor in the shipping cost and taxes to get the total cost of the clothing item.

Check Out Reviews

Spend some time reading the reviews and comments given by other customers who have bought the item. This way, you will get a rough idea of what to expect once you receive your package. If the item doesn’t fit or look as advertised someone will have mention it.

Return Policy

Check out the return policy of the store before making a purchase. There is a chance the items you order won’t fit as expected and a good return policy will guarantee that you can send back the items. It’s even better if they have free return shipping.

Shipping Costs

Shipping costs can turn a good deal into a horrible one. Some online stores charge exorbitant shipping fees that make buying their items expensive even with discounts factored in. Some stores offer discounts on shipping when you purchase a given number of items or spend a certain amount. Look out for such discounts as they could save you quite a good sum.

Get Coupon Codes

You can get great discounts by searching for coupons from the manufacturer or supplier. The coupons are not normally advertised on the online store so you’ll need to do a web search to find them.

Try on Items Immediately After They’re Delivered

Depending on the time limits on the store’s return policy, you might want to try on the items as soon as they’re delivered. You don’t want that cute little blouse hanging in your shelf for a month before you realize it doesn’t fit.

Keep the Packing Slips and Receipts

Do not throw away the packing slips and receipts. If you need to return the items, you will need these documents to prove that you actually bought the item from the store. It also makes it easier to keep track on your spending when shopping online.

January

January 6, 2018

5 Tips To Make Your Moving Experience Tension Free!

Relocating can be a really daunting task. The stress of packing your belongings, transporting, and unpacking can be quite discouraging when changing homes. However, conditions such as work, school, family, etc., can bring about the need for relocation.

One thing that is prevalent when moving is forgetting some of your belongings. A lot of individuals and families are of this habit. Even if you are an expert mover, it is still possible for you to forget or leave some belongings behind. This post aims at telling you some of the things to do before moving to ensure that you do not leave any of your valuables behind.

1. Disassemble Items

The first thing to do when planning to relocate is to disassemble your items. Items such as electronics and tables should be disassembled. Also, ensure that you remove lamps from its base, remove furniture legs, and so on. This will make it relatively easy to arrange the items in the moving box.

2. Make Use of Moving Boxes

Boxes are often used by mover to help secure belongings during relocation. These boxes often come in an assortment of sizes and shapes. Movers use some boxes to move less demanding belongings such as the lamp, clothes, dish, TV, and so forth.

Get some boxes from the moving company and carefully place your things in them. Not only will the boxed make moving easier, it will also help keep your things safe from getting damaged. However, ensure that you line the moving boxes using foil or packing paper. This will help serve as an extra protection layer.

3. Protecting Fragile Belongings with Blankets

Some belongings can be really fragile that moving boxes may not be enough to keep them safe. Here, you will need to make use of blankets. Blankets used by movers often range from picnic blanket, pet blanket, and so forth. They are perfect to protect fragile belongings against cracks, breaks, scratches, dust, and dirt.

4. Use Mattress and Furniture Covers

Your furniture and mattresses are often larger than what can be contained using boxes or blankets. Nevertheless, it is still important that you protect them from dirt, dust, and any other form of stain while moving them. For this reason, movers often recommend the use of mattress and furniture covers to protect mattress and furniture.

5. Prepare the Moving Boxes for Relocation

Once the boxes have been packed, the next thing is to prepare them for relocation. This can include various activities such as fortifying the base of the box with packing tape, labeling each box for easy recognition, lining the container with packing paper for added cushion.

There you have it! The above are a couple of things that need to be done to ensure that your belongings are well protected and secured. However, ensure that valuable documents and items such as jewelry, medications, credentials, toiletries, and any other vital document or item should be packed in separate boxes. Do not mix them up with the rest of your belongings so that they don’t get lost during transit.

By following all the tips provided above, the entire relocation process will be easy and stress-free.