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Pissouri Holidays 2021/2022
A pretty little town of beautifully-secluded beaches and nature trails, Pissouri is halfway between Paphos and Limassol – brilliant for those who want to stay calm between those great Cypriot cities.
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Where old meets new
Pissouri is described as one of the most adaptive villages in Cyprus due to the fact it's kept much of its heritage as a fishing community and farming town as it's developed into a modern part of the island, welcoming more and more visitors every year. Perfectly situated between Limassol and Paphos, a trip to Pissouri combines pastoral surroundings with modern comforts, all backed by traditional food, drink and Cypriot hospitality.
They say that time stood still in Pissouri while the rest of Cyprus moved on, but that's not necessarily true. Rather, the village simply shows the qualities of traditional Cypriot living with as much laid-back passion as the modern facilities you'll find here.
There's a marked difference between Pissouri's old-fashioned fishing village and the beach for which holidaymakers love it, so you'll be spending time in a town of surprising contrasts.
Head down to the beach and you'll find all the conveniences with none of the hassle. The village has struck the perfect balance between modern comfort and over-development, which means you've got watersports and relaxing sands to enjoy without any of the hubbub of larger tourism hotspots.
Currency: Euro
Language: Greek and Turkish
Time Difference: GMT + 2
Goddesses and theatre
Culture is rich in Pissouri, and you'll see it for yourself once you reach the town's amphitheatre – a place where Shakespearean sonnets and local dances blend before your eyes. There's a gorgeous sweeping view of the surrounding hinterlands around this special place, but don't think that's the only highlight.
Head west out of the village and you'll encounter the legendary Aphrodite's Rock, where the goddess was first said to have risen from the waves.
But if you instead head up to the heights of Cape Aspro, you'll be 800 feet above everything else and the expanses of Cyprus will stretch away beneath you. On a clear day, you'll be able to see all the way to Limassol, as well as admiring the grand majesty of the Troodos mountains.
Flavours of tradition
The quiet small-town feel hasn't stopped Pissouri growing to accommodate some of the best food on the island, and you'll have a great selection of meals and treats to tickle your taste buds during your stay.
The true flavours of Cyprus are best represented in tavernas like Saffron and Kamares, with their Mediterranean arches and open dining areas. Coffees and cake are in ample supply elsewhere, together with smoothies. For wines, cocktails or a good old-fashioned pint, there are pubs such as the Iron Horse or the Grape & Grain.
Nobody's going to go hungry on this trip, especially considering that famous Cypriot tradition of big portions and good times over a good meal.
Just because it's laid-back, doesn't mean you're going to be bored – Pissouri has plenty to keep the more active among you out and about while sunbathers and spa lovers recline in luxury. Cycling is a good option, with bike rentals available throughout the year.
The reputation of holiday packages to Cyprus being ideal for watersports and diving enthusiasts is well backed up in Pissouri, with lots of opportunities to cruise the waves or explore beneath the sea. The friendly professionals can accommodate everyone, from first timers to experienced hobbyists, so don't be shy about making a splash.
For a spot of exploration, you've got short drives to Paphos and Limassol during your stay at Pissouri, which means you've got a quiet place to retreat to when you're done exploring those classical cities.
But whether you're staying in Pissouri for the adventure or for the relaxation, one thing is certain – you won't be taking your thermals on Cyprus holidays. Temperatures in the summer months will soar up to and beyond 30°C, while even the winter season will rarely dip below 15°C.
However you choose to spend your time, and whenever best suits you to go, you can rest assured that there'll be plenty of sunshine every step of the way.
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The radiological properties of the PRESAGE and PAGAT polymer dosimeters have been investigated and their water equivalence determined for use in radiotherapy dosimetry. The radiological water equivalence of each of the polymer dosimeters was determined by comparing the photon and electron interaction cross-sections over the 10 keV-20 MeV energy range and by Monte Carlo modelling the depth dose from a linear accelerator using the BEAMnrc software package. PRESAGE was found to have an effective Z-value and mass density (kgm(-3)) approximately 17% and 10% higher than water, respectively. A maximum difference of 85% was discovered in the photoelectric interaction probability curve of PRESAGE when compared to water over the energy range 10-100keV, partially due to the Z(3) dependence of the photoelectric effect. The mass radiative stopping power ratios and mass scattering power ratios were both found to have less than 9% difference from water. The depth dose for PRESAGE from a 6 MV photon beam had an absolute percentage difference to water of less than 2% and a relative percentage difference of less than 8%. The mass density of PAGAT was found to be 2.6% higher than Water due to its high gelatine and monomer concentration. The cross-sectional attenuation and absorption coefficient ratios were found to be within 5% for energies between 10 and 100keV and within 1% for energies between 100keV and 20 MeV. The mass collisional stopping power, mass radiative stopping power and mass scattering power ratios were all less than 1% over the energy range studied. The depth dose had an absolute percentage difference to water of less than 1% and a relative percentage difference of less than 2.5%. These results indicate that the PAGAT polymer gel formulation is more radiological water equivalent than the PRESAGE formulation. However, the PRESAGE dosimeter offers some advantages in terms of ease of use and its lack of water equivalence may be overcome with dosimetric correction factors.
Brown, S., A. Venning, Yves De Deene, P. Vial, L. Oliver, J. Adamovics, and C. Baldock. 2008. "Radiological Properties of the PRESAGE and PAGAT Polymer Dosimeters." Applied Radiation and Isotopes 66 (12): 1970–1974.
Brown, S., Venning, A., De Deene, Y., Vial, P., Oliver, L., Adamovics, J., & Baldock, C. (2008). Radiological properties of the PRESAGE and PAGAT polymer dosimeters. APPLIED RADIATION AND ISOTOPES, 66(12), 1970–1974.
Brown S, Venning A, De Deene Y, Vial P, Oliver L, Adamovics J, et al. Radiological properties of the PRESAGE and PAGAT polymer dosimeters. APPLIED RADIATION AND ISOTOPES. 2008;66(12):1970–4.
Brown, S., A. Venning, Yves De Deene, et al. "Radiological Properties of the PRESAGE and PAGAT Polymer Dosimeters." APPLIED RADIATION AND ISOTOPES 66.12 (2008): 1970–1974. Print.


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Home news Project-studio in Astana, Kazakhstan
The construction of this small studio was completed six months ago. From the first days of our communication, the customer was not going to build any studio. He wanted us to construct him a booth for vocals and announcers recording. First we spent some time to explain to the customer our point of view on such things, to explain all the strengths and weaknesses. Then we spent some time on establishing communication and solving bureaucratic problems…
The studio was built very quickly, because there was constantly one of our engineers during the construction.
Almost six months has passed. During this time more than 180 people were recorded! No one expected that the studio would become so popular!
And recently we've received such a letter.
Our research team is engaged in the study of Kazakh speech, so it was extremely important for us to have our own room or a recording booth in which it will be possible to continuously collect high-quality acoustic data. I think that we were incredibly lucky with the company Sound Consulting, which made such small and remote project as ours. And we are very happy that instead of a small cabin, we got a full-fledged sound recording studio! The studio is excellent, exceeding all our expectations for noise insulation and technical equipment. We were convinced in this once again, when we started recording, although at that time noisy construction and installation works were carried out in the university building. The recording quality is flawless! Since the completion of the studio we have already recorded more than 170 people, including professional actors, announcers and leading local TV channels. I note that it's a pleasure to work in such a studio!
Separately, I would like to thank Alexander Kravchenko for his unique project and for not leaving us at the most difficult moment. I was very pleased to work with such professionals as Alexander and Valery, who really do their work.
Thank you, guys! I wish you further creative success!
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What would be the difference in signal strength and likewise between a laptop computer and a Bluetooth sensor? Would the signal strength of the laptop be weaker since Bluetooth transmitting isn't its main purpose?

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With a stay at Grand Residency Hotel & Serviced Apartments, you'll be centrally located in Mumbai, within a 15-minute drive of Mt. Mary Church and Linking Road. This hotel is 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from University of Mumbai and 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from Siddhi Vinayak Temple.
Make yourself at home in one of the 35 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens. Rooms have private balconies. Wired and wireless Internet access is complimentary, while 32-inch LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.
Take advantage of recreation opportunities such as a 24-hour fitness center, or other amenities including complimentary wireless Internet access and concierge services. Additional features at this hotel include babysitting/childcare (surcharge) and a hair salon.
For lunch or dinner, stop by Lobby Cafe, a restaurant that specializes in Indian cuisine. Dining is also available at the coffee shop/café, and 24-hour room service is provided. A complimentary hot/cold buffet breakfast is served daily from 7 AM to 10 AM.
Featured amenities include complimentary wired Internet access, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. A roundtrip airport shuttle is provided for a surcharge (available on request), and free valet parking is available onsite.


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Su población en 2006 era de 597 habitantes —datos del INE—.

Celebra sus fiestas el día de San Juan. Su patrona, la virgen Inmaculada Concepción, es sacada en procesión durante las fiestas.

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Rome, Italy. Mausoleum Augustus. 2019.
Ses rues pavées, son ciel bleu, sa foule grouillante, ses monuments préservés, son histoire, ses ponts,sa fontaine sa dolce Vita.. Comme si Le Mans se prononçait Roma en Italien..
Question- Is Rome just one giant museum?
We didn't get to see the rain falling through the ceiling however its still pretty impressive.......& free.
Arches are beautiful, aren't they? I wish we built more of them today. The Colosseum tends to be the star of the show in this area (not that I don't understand why) but the Arch of Constantine puts on its own worthwhile show!
I had a few days to myself in Rome after my tour ended. The city sometimes gets bad press for pickpocketing, tourist scams, etc. but I didn't experience anything like this. Common sense is needed anywhere, but I never felt any concern during my time there alone. What are your experiences while being solo in Rome?


Is 'about 15 items' a good enough rule for grocery express lanes?
Some express lanes now say "about 15 items." By adding that one word, Kroger has significantly changed the politics of the express lane checkout.
Peeked into fellow shoppers' baskets or carts and counted the items to see if they're over the limit at the express checkout lane.
But at some groceries, that dictatorial — and grammatically incorrect — "X items or less" rule is going the way of last month's Greek yogurt.
Some Kroger express lanes now say "about 15 items." As in "approximately" or "an estimated." By adding that one word, Kroger has significantly changed the politics of the express lane checkout.
The move from the dogmatic to the recommended has been introduced at the chain's new locations and remodeled older stores. Approximately two dozen of the 125 stores in Michigan have the new signage, said Kroger spokeswoman Rachel Hurst.
"Customers, along with associates checking people out, were asking, 'Do you have 15 items or less?,' " she said. "It's more of a guideline than being specific ... It was a more proactive stance if we want to have the best customer service. We don't want to turn you down for having 16 items instead of 15."
For folks who love language as much as fresh produce, the change also puts an end to the less-versus-fewer debate.
The general usage rule is "fewer" for countable items — 10 fewer apples — and "less" for generally non-countable items — less patience, for example. The new signs are a pleasant sight for grammarians.
This vexing grammar issue was famously encapsulated in a New Yorker cartoon showing the last word of a "10 items of less" checkout sign crossed out and replaced with the hand written "fewer." The cashier says, "What can I say? I was an English major."
Kroger isn't the only supermarket giant betting the move will make shoppers happy.
SpartanNash, headquartered in Kent County, is on board. The company used to mandate a minimum number of items to use the self-checkout area. Now, that limit is gone, spokeswoman Meredith Gremel said in an e-mail.
"We have removed the item count from the vast majority of our stores and signs now read — Self check out," spokeswoman Meredith Gremel said in an e-mail. "Our self check out lanes are primarily used by customers with a minimal number of purchases so we decided to eliminate the number of items restriction."
Stores in the Grand Rapids-based Meijer chain have some checkout lanes with item caps.
"Standard language is '12 items or less' for an express lane, regardless if it is staffed or a u-scan. There may be some signs with slightly different wording, depending on when the store was last remodeled and signs updated," spokesman Frank Guglielmi said in an e-mail.
Aldi, which has 69 stores in Michigan, never had a numerical restriction, according to the company.
Express lanes offer "a perception of control," said Emily Moscato, assistant professor of food marketing at St. Joseph University in Philadelphia.
"As consumers, perception is reality. We like to have control, so if we're in a line and we know the rules of this line and it states for you that it's express, we feel it'll be moving faster than that regular line," she said. "You have a fear of being behind that family that has a cart that's overflowing and you think, 'This is going to take forever.' "
At issue is the etiquette and the self-policing of the line. There's always that one shopper who starts giving dirty looks if another shopper's cart seems a bit too full for the express lane.
"The 'about 15 items' was a reaction to people freezing in line and wanting to play by the rules and not knowing how exactly to count the items," said Moscato. "It saves those rule-goers who might pause or stop or contemplate and gives a grace period to those who might not be ... And you don't have a checker chastising you. Who wants to be chastised by a checker?"
It's not all about positive customer experiences and Kumbaya casualness. The bottom line is part of this, too.
Shoppers who want an in-and-out trip to the supermarket might curtail what they buy to be eligible to use an express checkout lane. Fewer items being sold means less revenue for the store.
"If you are limiting yourself to 15, that means the 16th or 17th item, you're not buying that on purpose. Supermarkets aren't happy with that. Their goal is to sell you more. If you're purposely limiting yourself, it doesn't benefit them. The "about" is saying, 'Treat yourself. Get that extra item.'"
At the Kroger at Woodward and Maple in Birmingham, the shoppers in the new "about 15 items" didn't pay much attention to the new signs.
"I saw I didn't have too many items. I'm aware of that and I didn't think I was ruining someone's night. I'm not putting anyone out," said Amy Emmett, a dance studio owner from Birmingham, who had exactly 15 items. "I always took it as a suggestion. I always thought, they're not counting."
Rick Mannausa of Beverly Hills, also was in line. He was buying 20 items.
"It's a great idea," he said. "People who obey the rules all the time can follow rules all the time. I think it's more casual ... I'm an attorney, who can talk my way out of it."
Shop on weekdays, not weekends.
Go to the store during work hours, when fewer people are there.
Use a manned checkout lane. The cashiers are faster than you are.
Don't pick a line based on how many people are in it. Instead, pick the queue which has shoppers with the fewest items in their baskets or carriages.
Don't buy items that don't have PLUs or price look-up codes, like produce.
Skip frozen items, because ice can make it harder for the scanner to read. That might require your flagging down a store employee to help, which will slow you down.
Choose items which have the bar codes on flat surfaces. They're easier for the scanners to read.
Don't bother trying to figure out which people in which lanes will be slow at checkout. You never know who will whip out a stack of coupons or will pay with a check.


Bloody Marys are rated in terms of Taste, Spiciness, Treats and Creativity.
The final score is on a scale of 1–5.
Thanks for the recos! We'll definitely check them out if we venture to Milwaukee any time soon.
You should try Green Door Tavern's Bloody Mary Bar Saturday or Sunday morning!
Oooh thanks for the tip! Green Door is great. It's no surprise they'd have an awesome bloody mary bar.
Thanks for the superlatives! And your recos:) We always love meeting new bloody mary enthusiasts.
Have you tried the brunch and bloody bar at green door tavern yet?!
I can't wait to see it!!!!!!
To be fair, I haven't read through the full blog; however, at quick glance, I didn't notice Frasca on your list. I was very pleasantly surprised to find their bloody mary to be one of the better specimens I have found in the city. I would definitely recommend a visit there.
On a side note, I am trying to put together a Christmas gift for a friend. I would like to purchase some Chicago bloody mary mixes and do a "tour of Chicago DIY bloody". I know that Frasca and Twisted Spoke sell their mixes….and you seem to be a big fan of Vintage Vine. Do you know of others that you would recommend?
Oooh Frasca! We've been but have not officially reviewed! Adding it to our lists!
What a great gift! Definitely Twisted Spoke and Vintage Vine. You might also pick up house made mixes from Eleven City Diner and Smoke Daddy. Also, Stu's is not tied to a restaurant but has a unique spin on a bloody (not to mention great packaging). Best of luck!
Whoa. You had us at "cheese." Thanks for the reco! Adding this to our list.
I love the bloody marys at Uncommon Ground. They taste so fresh (almost healthy)! It doesn't come with a lot of garnish but I don't think it needs it.
South suburban Lockport, Uncle Richie's has an outstanding bloody give it a try.


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Seed capital provided to our VICOBA groups to support economic empowerment for women
This quarter, two Women's Right and Leadership Forums received seed capital to start their own VICOBA (village community banking) with support of African Initiatives and UKAID. The villages of Oloipiri in Ngorongoro and Terrat in Simanjiro were the recipients this quarter, making a total of 8 forums across the northern Tanzania landscape. Each group of 24 women received a total of 5 million shillings.
Namayan Abraham has lived in Terat most of her life. She is a mother to eleven children and too many grandchildren to count.
When the Women's Rights and Leadership Forum (WRLF) was started in her village 5 years ago, she was one of 24 women elected to represent all the women in the village. Namayan currently serves as the chairperson of the forum. The WRLF meets once a month to discuss issues facing women in the community. The WRLF acts as a safe and secure platform for women to share and problem solve. Their VICOBA program meets every Tuesday. The micro-loans obtained through the VICOBA help women obtain the capital they need to start small businesses and earn a stable income.
Namayan shared "Thanks to the trainings provided by UCRT, all of us understand our rights. Members are encouraged to disseminate the information we receive in trainings to the rest of our community. I am confident know to tell young girls they don't have to get married and that they can go to school."
Educate One, Empower Many
Lekumok Kironyi grew up in the village of Arash, Loliondo, located in the picturesque wooded acacia forest bordering Serengeti National Park. His family belongs to the Maasai tribe and are pastoralists, relying on livestock for their livelihood. Back in 2000, Lekumok had just completed his Standard 7 exam. For most youth in the village of Arash, this is where their education ended but Lekumok had hopes of pursuing a secondary education. Following his academic performance on the national exam, Lekumok earned a scholarship from UCRT and The Dorobo Fund for Tanzania and was able to do just that. Fast forward two decades and Lekumok is months away from obtaining dual PhD's in Agricultural Economics and Agribusiness, focusing on rural and urban transformation from the University of Copenhagen and Sokoine University.
While there is no required field of study for scholarship awardees at UCRT, the hope is that these individuals will use their opportunity to help improve the lives of others in their communities. We sat down with Lekumok to find how the educational sponsorship from UCRT changed his life and how he plans to put his education to use to help his community.
Lekumok's educational sponsorship began in Form 1. He goes on to share that support from UCRT went beyond school fees. "The Staff of UCRT have been like guardians to me. Throughout my education they reached into their own pocket to help me with pocket money to help with transport, school supplies and other things I needed for school."
After completing his secondary education and earning an undergraduate degree at Sokoine University with the help of UCRT, Lekumok secured a scholarship to pursue his Masters in Botswana. From there, he earned a spot at University of Copenhagen where he's been studying the last four years. While Lekumok is a full time academic these days, he still maintains close ties to his roots, returning home to Loliondo to herd his livestock when time permits.
"My work and my research is focused on tapping the economic potential of animal husbandry and livestock. I believe there is a bright future in pastoralism if a few key issues are addressed. You must have secure land that is reliable, you must have land use plans in place, and the capacity of communities must be built."
Lekumok serves as a mentor for many young pastoralists pursuing higher education across the world. Obtainning a degree at a large university, sometimes in other parts of the world, can seem quite daunting, especially when you come from a small pastoralist village in Loliondo. Lekumok has helped six individuals obtain degrees, including five Maasai pastoralists – three of which now hold Master's degrees. He shared "Education is about unlocking the potential of individuals, helping them see the world in a new way." For someone like him, it has meant he can pursue something his deeply passionate about and use those tools to make a difference for pastoralists across Tanzania.
After completing his Ph.D., Lekumok plans to join the faculty at Mwalimu Nyerere University where he will teach, research and consult on issues pertaining to agricultural economics here in Tanzania.
Lekumok during his research studies at the University of Copenhagen in 2018.
Lekumok at home in his village of Arash, Loliondo in 2017.


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"Remote working" was all the rage five to 10 years ago. In fact, if as an employer you did not offer that option, you would likely be described as lagging behind, using outdated employment practices and simply not following "best practices". But is it a good practice that went too far?
Think back to the situation a few years ago. Some firms even required their employees to work remotely much of the time, whether they liked it or not: it saved on office space and was clearly "the future of work." According to a poll carried out at London Business School's Global Leadership Summit in 2014, when attendees were asked what percentage of their company's full-time workforce would be working remotely by 2020, more than half said a majority of their workforce would not be working in a traditional office.
However, lately, we have seen more firms scale back their remote working options, ordering their employees back to the office. At one point, IBM once bragged that 40 percent of its workforce worked outside traditional offices, but in 2017, the company called employees back to home base. In years past, Aetna and Bank of America also revised their work-from-home policies.
Was it all a fad then and, in fact, bad management practice?
Although offering employees some flexibility and not being overly rigid about 9-to-5 norms can reduce unnecessary "face-time" and enhance productivity, taking remote working to the level where people do not come to the office unless there is a real need for it was never going to work. That was a bad – and, frankly, naive – practice indeed.
Remote work represents a fundamental misunderstanding and underestimation of human nature. Humans have come to dominate our planet, not because we are particularly strong, fast or clever – we are successful as a species because we are adept at cooperating.
Humans have evolved over tens of thousands of years to be able to communicate, coordinate and work in groups. Face-to-face communication is key to that, including being able to read each other's emotions and intentions, and adapt to one another. Various academic research projects over the last couple years have provided clear evidence of the pivotal role of physical co-location, for example, with respect to innovation and knowledge sharing.
There needs to be some aura of success, which remote working clearly had, if only because it was trending.
It needs to affect tacit (rather than specific or hard) processes in your firm, so that its long-term consequences are poorly understood. Remote working affected knowledge sharing and collaboration, not the hard systems.
The practice must be easy to copy, which is true for remote working too. It is not a complex practice that you spend years mastering and implementing.
The bad news is: organisations will continue to follow other poor practices like this.
What can companies learn from the failure of remote working to avoid falling prey to the next fad?
Cut out benchmarking. Do not compare yourself – in terms of practices and performance – with a group of self-chosen peers just because every other competitor does it.
Reverse benchmark, instead. Identify a common industry practice and evaluate if there is an opportunity for innovation within it.
Monitor entrants. Observe how newer companies are experimenting. With less to lose, they will likely take bigger risks and it is a sign of whether a bad practice should be retired.
Probe insiders for concerns. Get a fresh perspective from employees who are not at the decision-making level; they understand the inner workings of their parts of the organisation.
And ask outsiders for suspicions. Encourage newcomers to bring forth ideas that challenge "business as usual", which might reinvigorate new life into a business. Related to this, be cautious of the phrase "that's just the way we do things around here" if heard in response to the new ideas. This phrase could be a sign of stagnancy and resistance to change.
Bad habits are not just troublesome for humans, but for organisations as well. So, is remote work a bad practice? In some cases, yes. However, the real issue is how to abandon age-old practices that persist just for the sake of it for truly good, innovative ones.


Most small business owners have a budget, but many don't use it to its full effect. This can have a negative impact on cash flow, which for small businesses can have devastating consequences.
So, here are 15 tips to help you make the most of your budget and maximise your chances of success.
Most of your budgeting will involve predicting your upcoming incomings and outgoings rather than relying on actual figures.
Being realistic in this process will increase your chances of success.
Overestimating your cash flow could lead to serious difficulties when you don't have enough working capital to meet your requirements, whilst underestimating it could result in you missing new opportunities which are well within your capabilities.
It's important that you analyse all expenses and not just the large ones.
Whilst a few pounds here and there might not seem like a huge concern, those small expenses can quickly add up to become a big drain on your cash flow.
During this process, it's also important to identify your essential expenses such as payroll, taxes and rent and your non-essential expenses that your business can live without.
When money is tight you don't want to be wasting money on the non-essentials.
Budgeting should be an ongoing process that changes with your business.
So, make sure you revisit your budget regularly and update it with new cash flow projections and realistic spending categories.
This will ensure that your budget reflects your business and its evolving needs.
Looking for ways to reduce your business costs can give you more flexibility in your budget.
But, when looking for ways to reduce your spending remember that the cheapest option isn't always the best option, especially if it compromises on quality.
It's important to understand the risks facing your business and how they could impact your company financially and your ability to accurately plan for the future.
For example, what impact would a change to the minimum wage have on your business? Do you have a seasonal sales cycle? Is your location at high risk of a natural disaster?
Any potential threats should be planned for and/or insured against so that your business isn't caught short.
Recruitment can be expensive, so hiring the right person the first time – and having the processes and expertise in place to help you do that – can be a massive cost saving.
Also, keeping your existing employees happy, supported and motivated in their role could help you to retain them and avoid the need to find a replacement.
Whilst winning new clients is great, it often costs more to secure a new client than it does to sell to an existing client.
Therefore, it's beneficial to retain and bring added value to the clients you already have so that they bring you repeat business and refer your services to their friends.
You could, for instance, run a reward or loyalty system or offer special discounts to your valued customers.
As with most business tasks, it's important to learn from your successes and your mistakes.
So, regularly look back at past iterations of your budget to see where you were right with your projections – and where you weren't.
This will help you to improve its accuracy going forward so that your budget is based on the right information and gives your business the best possible chance of success.
For the biggest chances of success, your business budget should be a companywide priority.
Communicate the importance of cash flow to your employees so that they keep it front of mind.
And be sure to budget by department so that each section of your business has responsibility for their spending.
Don't overlook the important role your staff can have on your budget. It can be beneficial to reward your employees for meeting budget goals.
This could be the necessary motivation to ensure that they stick to their budgets.
If your business needs a cash flow boost it's essential that you find the most suitable solution for your needs.
Whilst many think that having any funding at all is good for business, relying on the wrong facility for your needs can actually be doing more harm than good.
A commercial finance broker can help with this process as they will get to know your business and its ambitions and then use their extensive knowledge of the market to highlight the best options for your specific needs.
If your business is lucky enough to have excess profits, it's good practice to keep some of this aside – perhaps in a savings account – so that you can cover unexpected payments or take advantage of new opportunities as they arise when you might otherwise not be able to.
If you are struggling to keep on top of everything it's important to recognise when to bring in help.
For example, whilst recruiting permanent staff comes with costs such as training, holiday and sick pay, outsourcing tasks to a third party can bring in additional expertise without the hidden expenses.
There's also lots of support out there when it comes to cash flow management and raising finance. This can help you to keep your costs down and your business performance up.
When a customer pays late it can put significant strain on your cash flow.
For this reason, it's important that you have an efficient and effective credit control procedure in place to ensure that you get paid as quickly as possible and limit the damage to your business.
If you have a number of debts which remain outstanding you could benefit from the help of a debt collection agency who will use their expertise to recover payments whilst you concentrate on other aspects of your business.
No two businesses are the same, and as a result they will all approach their budgeting in slightly different ways. But the most important thing to remember is that a healthy cash flow is vital for business success. So, don't ignore it. Start taking the steps now to ensure that your budgeting sets your business up for success.
If you're struggling to maintain a healthy cash flow we could help by introducing the most suitable funding facilities for your needs. Contact us today on 0800 9774833 to discuss your requirements with a member of our team.


I'm sure most RV owners are itching to get their rigs out and on the road to their favorite camping site. RV's have been sitting out in the cold weather in most areas of the United States for the past few months. Hopefully, your RV was winterize before being putting it into hibernation for the winter. If not, you may want to consider having your RV looked at by a RV technician before setting out on your next camping adventure.
In the spring most of my service calls are from owners who have gone out on their first camping trip and unfortunately find out that their water heater didn't work. Not fun when you are all ready for a hot shower and only cold water comes out. Sometimes the reason for not having hot water (luke warm maybe) is that the water bypass valves to the water heater weren't turned back in the correct position after winterization. This is a simple fix, but unless you know where the valves are located, you may need help.
The other issue I see often times is that an owner has turned on the water heater in the electric mode when there was no water in the water heater tank. When this happens the electric heating element gets burned up and the water heater will only work on propane.
Before going out on your first trip, make sure your water heater works on both propane and gas if it is designed to do so. If not working like it should, feel free to give us a call.


A question asking for a single text or a set of texts. This can be from a general request on a subject area or a specific request for a text where the questioner knows a fragment or detail of it.
For questions about ethically potent action (karma) and its effects.
For questions about the Buddha (Siddartha Gautama) as a person - his life, sayings, actions, etc.
Skillful and unskillful thought, speech and action. These questions include but are not limited to questions on the vinaya and precepts.
One of the two major vehicles of Buddhism.
The practice of paying more attention to the present moment, to your own thoughts and feelings, and to the world around you. This can be during formal meditation or during one's everyday life.
Otherwise known as the householder path, the lay buddhist path is a path for non-monastic buddhists.
The practical aspects of meditation including but not limited to timing sits, equipment, suitable location and scheduling practice.
The goal of the Buddhist path. Can refer to liberation, awakening or the end of suffering but is generally understood as being indescribable to an unenlightened being.
The study of terms and their use. Specifically this will include requests for clarification of Buddhist terms and comparisons of terms within or between traditions.
For questions about Buddhism in the past, and how it has developed since then.
A broad term referring to canonical, commentary or scriptural compositions of any tradition.
The practice of mindful investigation into the nature of reality and how things really are with the ultimate goal of the end of suffering.
Japanese school of Mahayana Buddhism emphasising practice.
The Five Precepts constitute the basic Buddhist code of ethics, undertaken by lay followers of the Buddha Gautama in the Theravadan as well as in Mahayanan traditions.
Jhāna generally refers to the 8 stages of tranquility (samatha) meditation taught by Gautama Buddha and mentioned in the Pali Canon.
General questions about teaching methods, doctrinal transmission and emphasis within any Buddhist tradition.


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