A plate of cookies can go a long way. “Getting to know people is a peacemaking strategy,” says Laura Jeffords, an Asheville, N.C. community mediator who is on the board of the National Association for Community Mediation (NAFCM). Starting off as a friendly neighbor Making friendly overtures to newcomers sets the tone for your own...
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Whether building a new house or simply remodeling, being your own general contractor is tempting. Homeowners who take on that role can save as much as 35 percent of the project costs when things go smoothly. But even for weekend handymen, there’s a steep learning curve. 1. Have the right skillset General contractors have specialized...
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Small business owners rarely have the luxury of waiting for new hires to get acclimated and start delivering. About 54% of CFOs give new hires less than three months to prove themselves, according to a study by Robert Half Finance & Accounting. But for employees to be successful, their onboarding has to involve more than...
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As the general manager of My Fit Foods in Hermosa Beach, Calif., Brandi Guerra hears about her customers’ desire for convenience every day. The company, with more than 50 stores in five states, specializes in creating healthy meals to go. “Everyone wants it fresh, and everyone wants it now,” says Guerra, whose customers range from...
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Terrance Williams EVP & Chief Marketing Officer, Nationwide Nationwide, a longtime sponsor of Latina Style and NASCAR, recently brought together two great organizations for one tremendous outcome. On October 19, Alba Colon, one of the most powerful women in sports and a top female NASCAR engineer for Chevy Racing, joined attendees of the Latina Style...
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Whether your business is setting up a new office or your current office is in need of updating, the cost of furnishing and decorating the space can really add up. When you include desks, chairs, drawers, storage units, wall art, lighting and decorations, the cost of setting up each employee’s workstation can run anywhere from...
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Next to your home, your car is probably the most expensive item you’ll ever purchase. So it makes sense to want to protect it. For many consumers, that means buying an extended warranty – but it might not always be your best value. What is an extended warranty? An extended warranty is designed to provide...
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Racing fans know Dale Earnhardt Jr. as a natural-born race car driver with a persona that’s larger than life. But as you’re about to learn in a new series of commercials for Nationwide, there’s much more to the man than his innate racing talent. Dale Jr. isn’t just sponsored by Nationwide; he has also been...
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Whether you enjoy watching auto races, fantasize about modifying your daily driver or simply want to get the latest from the auto world, we have you covered. Check out these apps, recommended by CNET and Automobile Magazine, to satisfy your inner gearhead. For the Motorsports Fan Driving Sports TV (iPhone, Android, free) Have automotive entertainment at...
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The excitement of buying a new car can make even the most detail-oriented person want to rush through the process. Before you head to the lot, consider these tips from Forbes and Publiccounsel.org to help ensure you have a positive car-shopping experience. 1. Call before you go Scenario: You see a vehicle you like in an advertisement or...
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Appearance, reputation, cost and materials are the giveaways. The only thing nearly as unfortunate as a car accident is a bad experience at a body shop. You’re placing the keys (and your faith) in the hands of a business that could keep your vehicle for far longer than you expect. And the resulting bill may...
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