As more people turn to “gigs” and entrepreneurial pursuits, the internet abounds with small business e-commerce sites. It can be hard to stand out amid the crowd. It’s possible to make a steady side income, or even run a large store right from our laptop....
Many employers claim that they want creative thinkers on their team. Unfortunately, when it comes time for these “outside-the-box” thinkers to shine their ideas are often deemed too risky. Since 2005, the folks at the magazine Make: have been doing their best to change this mindset. Dale...
The tee is a classic fashion staple with a fascinating history. It can remind you of a great night out with friends or take you back to the glory days. They can also showcase part of your personality through graphic tees. Tees can serve as...
For almost twenty years, the coloristas at the Pantone Color Institute have been naming a “Color of the Year.” They sift through creative expressions in fashion, design, social media, entertainment, art, and travel to choose the color they think represents the direction of the world....
You know what kind of job candidate you’re looking for. You also have a solid understanding of what the job entails. Finally, you’re well aware of the values at your business and its culture. Yet communicating this information by writing a job posting in order...
Each business decides to purchase employee uniforms through a different route. Is it a style choice? Are the uniforms for branding purposes? Do employees at competing or similar businesses all wear uniforms? Those are all questions to consider for your move forward. Whether you are...
Gary Chapman, the author of The 5 Love Languages, explains in his book that gift giving is a key way for some people to express love. For many, that’s why the holiday season is their favorite time of year. For others, gift giving leads to...
Most everyone has a favorite holiday ritual. Giving gifts, decorating the Christmas tree or lighting the menorah can be wonderful family traditions. If you’re not careful though, they can pose hazards to your pets. Make sure Fluffy and Fido have a happy holiday, too. Keep...
In the movie “Office Space” the main character declares, “We don't have a lot of time on this earth. We weren't meant to spend it this way. Human beings were not meant to sit in little cubicles staring at computer screens all day.” Many people...
We’ve seen some exciting graphic design trends in 2018. For instance, geometric logos really took off this year. But will those trends stay around or will they date your new companies brand in a matter of just a few years? Design trends come and go,...