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Be Concerned About The Heart Disease/Gum Disease Connection

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The relationship between serious gum disease and tooth loss is well known. Once you reach an advanced stage of periodontal disease, your gums become so severely infected, the extraction of the teeth might be recommended. Shockingly, significant tooth loss may be the least of your worries. Studies show the advancement of gum disease potentially leads to massive, irreversible heart damage. To preserve your health, upon being diagnosed with major periodontal disease, immediately undergo a comprehensive heart examination so an underlying condition is not left undiscovered or untreated.

30 January 2015

What's New In Call Center Technology

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Originally, call centers were set up and run in-house to handle an overflow of customer calls. Some still operate this way, but many businesses and organizations now rely on call center services that offer the latest technologies. Virtual call centers One of the most recent developments has been the proliferation of virtual call centers. In more and more cases, these representatives are working from home. Employees like this arrangement because there is no commute and they don't have to adhere to a dress code.

21 January 2015

Getting That Old Fountain Pen To Write Again

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You've caught up with the technology age and spend more time typing and texting than writing with a pen. There are still times when the personal touch of a handwritten note is desired. Your favorite fountain pen from a place like Norfolk Stationery Co has been in your desk drawer for months, unused. It's time to clean it up to be ready to write birthday cards, thank you notes and the occasional love note to your partner.

20 January 2015

Choosing The Right Business Sign

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Developing the perfect business sign to attract customers requires that a business owner understand what will grab these customer's attention and encourage them to purchase a service or product. There are a number of approaches to designing an attention getting sign. By following basic rules regarding content, messaging and style, you can create the ideal sign to promote your business. Keep Your Sign Simple You don't need to include everything about your business on your business sign to draw in customers.

19 January 2015

How To Make A Cat Tree Using Old Carpet

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If you have a cat that loves to climb and claw everything, then you should get him a cat tree. The problem is that cat furniture can be expensive and your sweet kitty will only destroy it. Save money by making your own cat tree using leftover carpet from when you covered your home floors. The process is simple and doesn't take much construction skills. What You Need: Carpet Carpet glue String PVC pipe 3/4-inch thick particle board 1/2-inch thick board 4 L brackets Screws Right angle drill Build the Furniture

13 January 2015

3 Ways To Advertise A Business At A Sporting Event

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One of the best ways to draw local customers towards your business is to promote your company during local events. Sporting events, for example, are ideal for making the most out of your marketing efforts due to the fact that sporting events draw in a huge, varied crowd of fun people who generally have a little extra cash to spend. The sporting crowd can be a huge asset to your company.

12 January 2015

What Farm Insurance Is Right For My Situation?

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Have you recently moved into a property that is on a farm and you don't know what type of insurance you need? Or have you recently purchased a farm that will be used for business purposes and want to make sure that you have enough coverage? There are actually multiple types of farm insurance that are designed around specific circumstances, including renting a farm property and owning one as a business.

12 January 2015

Make Your Business Envelopes Eye-Catching So They Get Attention First

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If you want your business envelopes to make the right impression, you have to give them a sense of flair that makes them stand out. Here are ways you can give your business envelopes the edge, so they are the first ones to get attention when clients or competitors are going through their mail. Make your logo stand out The eye is naturally drawn to the upper right corner of an envelope, since this is where the sender's information is typically at.

12 January 2015

What Can Happen If You Fail To Repay A Paycheck Advance?

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If you've found yourself getting behind on bills, you may have considered taking out a paycheck advance or payday loan. These loans can serve as a life preserver to those who are temporarily unable to meet their monthly financial obligations. However, a failure or inability to repay these loans can have dramatic consequences — or even land you in jail. How long do you have to repay a payday loan?

8 January 2015

4 Tips For Shipping To International Customers

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When you run a business that ships various items and merchandise to your customers, you may occasionally need to send these items internationally. While you can choose to ship domestic only, this really limits your customer base. However, before you jump into sending items to your international customers, make sure you have considered the following things first. It will make for a smooth shipping process without any difficulties. Get Your Items Through Customs

2 January 2015