Students overcome challenges and succeed with assistance from Citrus College program
By Patricia A. Rasmussen, Ed.D. Citrus College Governing Board Member A college education wasn’t part of Alexis Carlin’s original plan. After graduating from high school, she worked in the cosmetic industry for more than a decade. However, motherhood – along with a global pandemic – led her to change direction and register for classes at Citrus College. “I knew I wanted to build a wonderful life for my son and realized that going back to school would probably be a lot easier than the other obstacles I was
Top Tactics for Boosting Collaboration Among Your Team
In the modern workplace, it's increasingly important for employees to work together effectively, since collaboration can boost productivity by up to 25%. Working together as a united front is essential for completing projects on time and within budget. When team members share ideas and knowledge freely, they can pool their resources and come up with creative solutions that wouldn't be possible working alone. Here are some techniques that will encourage collaboration to help your company operate
California’s 2024 Minimum Wage Increases to $16 Per Hour
By: JESSICA MULHOLLAND (calchamber) On Monday, July 31, the California Department of Finance Director Joe Stephenshaw officially certified that beginning January 1, 2024, California’s minimum wage will increase from $15.50 per hour to $16 per hour for all employers, regardless of size. Per California’s Labor Code, once the state’s minimum wage reaches $15 per hour — which already has occurred, as the current minimum wage is $15.50 per hour — the California Director of Finance must determine on or before
Making Restaurant Ownership Affordable
Starting a restaurant can be one of the most exciting things you will ever do. It is fun to be able to create something from scratch and watch it grow over time. A restaurant is not only a business but also an art. It requires lots of creativity and hard work to make it successful. Successful restaurants have "a story" that they tell to the customers and they are able to create an unforgettable experience for them. If you’re interested in learning how to make restaurant ownership affordable, this
Holiday Strategies All Small Businesses Should Have in Place
As the holidays approach, small businesses need to start thinking about their holiday strategy. There are a number of reasons why a small business should have a holiday strategy. First, the holidays are a busy time for consumers and businesses alike. This means that there is increased competition for consumers' attention and dollars. Conveyance Marketing Group notes that a small business needs to have a plan for how they are going to stand out from the competition and drive holiday
A Glendora, CA Entrepreneur's Guide to Harnessing Innovation for Business Development
As an entrepreneur, you can use technology in many ways to give your business a competitive edge. From cloud computing to artificial intelligence, cutting-edge developments make it easier than ever to streamline processes and reduce redundancy at the workplace. Even small businesses without large tech budgets should consider getting tech tools. As Winman reveals, continual investment in innovation helps to boost productivity, enhance efficiency, finetune quality, and boost customer service. Discover how
