While gender equality and equal pay in the workforce have plenty of room to grow and improve, female entrepreneurship is nothing short of inspiring. In fact, women are founding companies at a historic rate. Over the last 15 years, women-owned firms have grown by 1.5 times the rate of other small enterprises and female small business owners will create an estimated 5 to 5.5 million new jobs nationwide by 2018.
Businesses and other organizations worldwide have traditionally ignored the importance of workplace diversity. However, modern businesses have recognized that diversity in the workplace can spur innovation, boost productivity, and cultivate loyalty among staff without necessarily compromising service delivery or revenue growth. Due to this, businesses now focus on the competency of job applicants rather than their religion, race, age, physical ability, sexual preferences, and religion.
Getting little ones to eat healthy – without the tantrum – can be hard work, even at the best of times. To help you get your kids eating a bit of fruit, instead of craving that chocolate cake, Families Online has outlined 16 genius ways you can get them to eat well, all without the hassle.
No matter if you are a senior yourself, are providing for an elderly loved one, or know someone who is a senior, there are ways to prevent and stop elder abuse. This infographic from Accessible Home Health Care shows how to help seniors age with dignity and grace by learning how to spot, prevent, and report elder abuse.
Rainy days need not dampen your kids’ enthusiasm. Days spent indoors due to bad weather can be just as much fun as playing outside. Even a few board games, or a deck of cards can keep the kids entertained for hours; and the adults too. Here is a infographic that explains 20 exciting rainy day activities for everyone.
While it’s not talked about as much as some drug problems, teen usage of prescription drugs is a problem in the United States – one that parents need to understand very clearly. Knowing the facts and statistics can better equip you to talk to your teen about the harms behind prescription drug use. Learn more about the teen prescription drug problem in this infographic.
Teens are growing up in a world very different than their parents. Dangers are not just lurking in back alleys but are a major threat in their mobile devices, smartphones, and online. It’s important to be aware of and speak with your teen about the potential dangers that they may get into online and make sure they understand they can always come to you for help.
Here is an infographic by UK Saunas looking at all the benefits of using infrared saunas; along with some advice and a look at some of the celebrities that use them.
The team at MCDermatology.com pulled 86 of the most powerful characters from Marvel, DC, Image Comics, and more, and compared their similar skin-related superpowers, from elasticity to anti-aging to invulnerability. These comic book superheros have some amazing skin powers to help them fight bad guys (and sure do look good while they’re doing it).
Depending on who you ask, commuting to and from work can be the best or worst part of their day. It might be a way to unwind for some. And others it might be a way for them to express their freedom of speech that was kept bottled up at the office. No matter what end you fall on, is your commute the best it can be? The Ultimate Guide to Commuting by CarMax breaks down commuting by state within the U.S.
