A restaurant is a complex machine. Thousands of small items come into play every day, but when certain aspects of the operations or the business’s marketing are improved, they can make a considerable difference to your restaurant’s health. Of course, having good food and a cool location help, but to stand out, iron out the wrinkles if they exist, and take your restaurant to the next level. Hire Exceptional Staff...
01 of 07 How To Find Your U.S. Apparel Size Getty Images, Melodie Jeng / Contributor If there’s one thing that women can agree on when it comes to fashion, it might be this: finding your size has never been more difficult. Between vanity sizing and the sheer number of brands producing women’s apparel right now, it’s nearly impossible to find your definitive size across the board. For that reason, knowing the measurements of your bust, waist, and hips (in inches) can be an incredibly helpful tool to have at your disposal....
Nothing can be more frustrating than missing important emails because they go to your spam folder. But there are ways to manage your email to avoid such issues, such as “whitelisting” those emails you don’t want to miss. The Function of Whitelisting Technically, a whitelist is a compilation of people or entities who are special in some way. They rise above the crowd, and they may receive special perks and benefits....
It would be easy to blame the IRS when it seems to take forever to receive your 501(c)(3) determination letter. The “determination letter” is the official notification that your organization is entitled to the federal tax exemption as a 501(c)(3) charity. But, according to the IRS, your letter might be delayed because you provided incomplete information, or just forgot to pay the fee or paid the wrong fee. In other words, the delay could be user error....
If you’ve noticed that your car has thick smoke coming out of the exhaust pipe, it may be a sign that your engine needs some attention. Just like you can examine an animal’s stool to get an idea of its health, you can pay attention to the quality of your car’s exhaust to get an idea of what’s going on inside the engine. As the engine burns fuel and creates exhaust, lots of different things are happening — some of which might not be normal or good....
Zoo careers can include a variety of positions such as zoo keeper, zoologist, veterinarian, veterinary technician, curator, commissary keeper, registrar, educator, and other related roles. There are a number of job search sites that can help zoo career seekers to find employment opportunities in the industry. While networking and searching local listings can be a big part of finding desirable positions, using online options can help qualified candidates to broaden their search to encompass all possible opportunities....
01 of 18 For a Super Sleek Look, Flat-iron Your Hair Sarah Wright. Frazer Harrison / Getty Images Long, straight hairstyles will never go out of style. In this gallery, I feature some of the best straight hairstyles on celebrities today. To get super-straight hair, you’ll need a blow dryer, a flat iron, and the right styling products. Which types you use are based on your hair texture. For curly hair, you’ll want a straightening balm like L’Oreal Paris Oleo-Keratin Smooth Intense Xtreme Straight Creme....
Post-rock progressed in a manner reminiscent of many genres: an adventurous spirit shared by a handful of disparate acts eventually growing into a specific sound rife with rules. Amongst all the rec-room crews of quiet-to-loud dudes too scared to sing, there were, however, lots of genuine renegades reworking rock’n’roll’s familiar forms; lots of refined aesthetes creating albums artful in their artiness. And they produced plenty of records that, long after the post-rock movement fizzled out, still possess the capacity to inspire....
If you and your ex are unable to reach an out-of-court agreement regarding child custody, the judge will likely order a child custody evaluation before ruling in your case. The evaluation will be prepared by an evaluator of the court’s choosing or a guardian ad litem. In some cases, the court may allow you to choose an evaluator from a list of area professionals. Upon completion, the evaluator’s findings will be provided to the court for the judge to consider....
Political slogans say a lot not just about a given election but also about the state of the body politic at a particular period of time. The following slogans, from the Democratic and Republican parties, may give you an initial chuckle or two. On second look, though, these pithy sayings will make you reflect on the deep political divisions dividing the country as well as the humorous and sometimes mean-spirited way that political activists have chosen to express their thoughts and convince others to join them....
Basketball enthusiasts can quote John Wooden’s winning basketball statistics, but leaders around the world can quote his character-centered leadership principles. While people are impressed with Wooden’s 10 NCAA championships in 12 years and his 88 consecutive wins, it is the coach’s unwavering commitment to building character, demonstrating integrity, and focusing on values that most impressed those who worked with him and those who admired his work from afar. Numerous books, movies, and leadership training programs have been written about Coach John Wooden’s legendary leadership....
The game of craps is actually quite easy to learn, especially if you are just playing the pass line. However, because there are many different bets and ways to play, some people are intimidated. Don’t be! Casino dealers are always happy to assist you with questions about how to play and make bets. Make It Easy Craps is played on a long table with high sides. Find a spot on the table, ask the dealer for change and drop your bills where there are no numbers....
01 of 09 Take a Good Look Robert Kohlhuber / IStock Photo The first rule in how to shape your eyebrows: You can only work with what you have. Use the eyebrows in this photo to see an example of how to shape them. These eyebrows are fairly thin on the ends and are rather straight. They can be shaped up a bit but won’t have an extreme arch. You can remove hair or use a pencil to make them look fuller, but you can’t instantly grow them or make them into a shape that is not natural to you....
The CV joint is made up of hardened steel and bathed in heavy lubricating grease. The drive shaft is connected to an inner race. Most CV joints feature six hardened steel balls, which ride in grooves in the inner race. A cage keeps the balls aligned in a circle on one plane. The CV joint housing has a set of internal grooves, which slide over the balls. The CV joints at the front wheels feature a spherical housing, which allows for up to 45 degrees turning, while those at the differentials and rear wheels are planar, allowing for only a small angular variation and a few millimeters extension or retraction....
Are you that person who walks into a room and immediately notices a picture hanging slightly crooked? And do you feel compelled to fix it? While this kooky quirk may drive your friends and family mad, it can come in handy for many occupations. Here are several careers that are good for perfectionists: Airline Pilot With responsibility for hundreds of lives at a time, it’s no wonder being exact and accurate are essential qualities for pilots....
The most commonly used Filipino word for grandfather is lolo. (lola means grandmother.) Sa tuhod is added to indicate a great-grandparent: lolo sa tuhod and lola sa tuhod. Lolo and lola are sometimes used as grandparent nicknames by those not of Filipino heritage, because of their ease of pronunciation and spelling. Other terms sometimes used for grandfather include ingkong, lelong and abwelo. See the Filipino name for grandmother. See also grandfather names in other countries....
A profit and loss statement (P&L) is an accounting of how your retail store performed during a certain period of time. Often referred to as your store’s “financial reports” by a banker, these statements report on the history of your business and can also help predict the future. Most independent retailers have a P&L from their bookkeeper or accountant; however, they do not analyze the data when they receive it; they simply file it away in a drawer....
Pharmacists dispense prescription medication along with key information, such as side effects, contraindications with other medicines, and a range of other concerns. They also walk customers through their physicians’ dosage and usage instructions to ensure medications are safely and effectively consumed. Pharmacist Duties & Responsibilities Tasks pharmacists typically perform include: Dispensing or supervising the dispensation of medications and related supplies, according to physicians’ prescriptionsReviewing prescriptions for accuracyChecking for drug interactionsCompounding medications and preparing special solutionsCounseling patients regarding appropriate use of medicationsOverseeing daily ordering, as well as automatic refillsCollaborating with other healthcare professionals to plan, monitor, review, and evaluate patient effectivenessRecommending drug therapy changes when appropriateEnsuring the pharmacy complies with all local, state, and federal regulationsEducating patients and staff on drug therapies...
103 Wins, 16 Loss, 69 Knockouts 200107-14 – Hector Camacho, Denver, CO, L 12 200008-12 – PJ Goosen, Toppenish, WA, W 1006-16 – Pat Lawlor, Panama City, Panama, W 12 199903-06 – Omar Eduardo Gonzalez, Mar del Plata, Argentina, L 10 199808-28 – William Joppy, Las Vegas, NV, L TKO 3(For WBA Middleweight Title)01-31 – Felix Hernandez, Panama City, Panama, W 10 199711-15 – David Radford, Hammanskraal, South Africa, W 1006-14 – Jorge Castro, Panama City, Panama, W 1002-15 – Jorge Castro, Mar del Plata, Argentina, L 10...
Painting wet-on-wet makes for an effective sunset (or sunrise). Work fast and loosely, and instead of adding too much detail to the sky and clouds, focus on achieving an overall effect or impression. How to Paint a Sunset Painting a sunset is a relaxing activity and a great way to practice your skills. It doesn’t require too many materials, either—just a large brush, a surface for painting on, and a few basic colors....
