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Knocking down barriers for first-time homebuyers
(BPT) - Owning a home has long been an aspiration for many people across America, and one of the most effective ways to build generational wealth. Yet, due to the effects of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, rising interest rates, and housing affordability concerns, including the lack of affordable hou ...
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4 steps for creating a back-to-school ritual for your child
(BPT) - Back-to-school can be an exciting time of year for children who know what to expect. But for children headed off to school for the first time, the unknown can trigger worry and stress. In a July 2019 survey by Kiddie Academy Educational Child Care, approximately 75% of parents interviewed ac ...
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Top tips for tackling student debt
(BPT) - As the academic year comes to an end, many are taking a monumental step in their lives. Whether they're high school graduates headed off to college, college graduates about to experience life outside the classroom full time, or parents who have continuously offered their support and are abou ...
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How parents can help kids embrace math for future career success
(BPT) - What do construction of the St. Louis Arch, overseeing the grocery service counter and the management of big data have in common? The answer is simple: math. Without the level of knowledge that math provides, the Gateway Arch might not have been completed, the grocer would not be able to man ...
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Top 5 ways to secure employee devices while on vacation this summer
(BPT) - While the rest of your friends are packing sunscreen, cold beverages and beach towels for that ocean getaway, don't forget to pack some security punch into your summer vacation with best-in-class security tools and the world's best open directory platform - JumpCloud.As more employees are br ...
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Americans still have financial goals, just not sure how they will reach them
(BPT) - If you have a vision for where you'd like to be financially in the coming years - but no clear idea of how to get there - you're far from alone.In fact, a recent survey by Wakefield Research and financial services company Digit (now a part of Oportun) found that 78% of American adults with f ...
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What's the best way to support international relief efforts? Cash
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4 must-haves for your campus living checklist
(BPT) - If you're headed to campus in the fall, summertime means planning, packing and collaborating on your living space for the school year ahead. Whether you're moving into a first-year dorm on campus or sharing an apartment or house with your closest friends, making sure you have what you need a ...
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How to improve cash flow for small businesses
(BPT) - The last few years have been rocky times for the 32.5 million U.S. small businesses, according to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA). They have faced big challenges such as the COVID-19 pandemic, labor shortages and rising inflation. These firms, which account for 43.5% of gross do ...
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Before graduates put their education to work, they deserve recognition now more than ever
(BPT) - Graduation is a momentous occasion - a chance to think back on graduates' journeys, to celebrate accomplishments, and of course, to look ahead. When we consider how difficult the last few years have been, we recognize the extraordinary resilience and perseverance this year's graduates have s ...
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Against the odds: How farmers of color continue their legacies
(BPT) - The historical circumstances of minority landownership and agricultural enterprise create challenges for some farmers in the United States. Despite these hurdles, growers like Ryan Lankford and Christi Bland are determined to grow their family farms.Overcoming historical challengesFor Ryan L ...
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School’s Out: 5 Ways You Can Help Your Children Have An “Ecz-ellent” Summer
(BPT) - Pencils are down, and summer is here! Many children look forward to attending summer camp, but for children with eczema, camp activities can be overshadowed by the stress of managing symptoms in the summer heat, when sweat and sun can trigger symptoms. Children's e-book My ECZ-ellent Day at ...
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How technology and a software-defined future will impact how you live
(BPT) - The world around you is changing. Technology is transforming how people live, from the cars they drive to the appliances they use in their homes to the services they rely on every day. But this is only the first wave of technology transformation. Are you ready for the second wave?"The promis ...
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4 skills veterans bring as team members in civilian careers
(BPT) - Each year, the U.S. military generates thousands of professionals with highly specialized, transferable skills. Beyond technical and operational expertise, every service member gains skills that help keep teams afloat and foster cohesion and productivity, serving them well in their civilian ...
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Being prepared for life's milestones means planning ahead with insurance
(BPT) - From weddings and graduations to summer camps and new jobs, there are many of life's milestone moments this time of year. If you or your family are celebrating significant events, it's important to be prepared for what follows these moments with the right financial protection."Every major mi ...
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CRNAs provide patients with continuous, compassionate care
(BPT) - When patients hear that they'll need anesthesia to undergo surgery or a procedure, they'll likely start to worry. According to a study by the National Institutes of Health, 88% percent of patients experience preanesthetic fear and in some cases that fear even causes anxious patients to cance ...
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4 books to surprise and delight your dad – or your grad! – this season
(BPT) - It's likely the men in your life have made it difficult to shop for them. Whether they aren't properly communicating the things that they want or need, or they've already purchased it for themselves, it's not typically an easy feat.With so many celebrations just around the corner this season ...
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Communication on the playground: How to make your play space more inclusive
(BPT) - Playground design has been evolving to become more inclusive and inviting for all children - as well as caregivers - of differing abilities. But developing innovative playgrounds that benefit everyone requires more than an understanding of the necessary equipment and environmental considerat ...
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Trading skepticism for support: How parents can support kids with thinking and learning differences
(BPT) - One in five kids - nearly 70 million Americans - have learning or thinking differences (LTDs), like ADHD or dyslexia. While LTDs are common among families, friends, neighbors and peers, new research from Understood.org, a guide and resource for people with LTDs, finds that there are still ha ...
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5 services that can make a big impact for small businesses
(BPT) - Sponsored by Office DepotIf you own a small business, you know that it can be an incredibly rewarding yet challenging venture that requires balance, especially if you're working remotely. In fact, according to a survey, achieving work-life balance is the most important habit to cultivate to ...
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New survey: Road to entrepreneurial success may not be what you expect
(BPT) - If you've dreamed of becoming an entrepreneur, you may think success is a straight road from one success to another until you've 'made it.' But a recent survey reveals what small business owners have learned: Making mistakes is not the end of your entrepreneurial career. More likely, it prov ...
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Top 6 resources to help pay for college
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3 tips for getting the most return on your college degree
(BPT) - With the rising cost of education, you might be thinking, is college really worth the investment? If you're heading to college soon and trying to figure out what your ideal degree will net you, here are a few considerations to keep in mind.Research majors and corresponding career opportuniti ...
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What is the Future of Milk? Climate Positive [Infographic]
(BPT) - California regulators authorized commercial use of a specific red seaweed supplement as a feed additive for dairy cows. Straus Family Creamery Founder/CEO Albert Straus' dairy is the first organic dairy farm committed to using this red seaweed when the certified organic feed becomes availabl ...
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5 top items your small business needs on its cybersecurity to-do list
(BPT) - If you run a small to medium-sized business, you may think your risk of cyberattacks is slim to none. But just because your business is smaller and you have your data stored on-premises does not exempt you from risk. According to the Ninth Annual Cost of Cybercrime Study by Accenture, 43% of ...
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Technology inspires radical change thanks to visionary social entrepreneurs
(BPT) - Wireless is at the heart of modern life, and 5G - the fifth generation of wireless - has the potential to transform how people connect and inspire change in their communities. Social entrepreneurs are recognizing the opportunity to influence the greater good through these new 5G networks, ta ...
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Ready to jumpstart your STEM career? A biological sciences or biochemistry degree can help
(BPT) - If you haven't considered a STEM career, now may be the time to explore your options. Advancements in recent years have highlighted the need for positions in science and medicine, resulting in an industry boom and a growing job market for potential STEM program graduates.Two burgeoning caree ...
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Job hunting tips: The importance of upskilling in a jobseekers' market
(BPT) - Are you looking for a job, but want more than a paycheck? You want to be able to learn, grow and thrive at your new position, but you're not sure where to start?The top factor that makes for an exceptional work environment is access to opportunities to learn and grow, according to the Linked ...
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How to strengthen your business venture with electronic payments
(BPT) - Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, digital payments have become an essential tool for many entrepreneurs. New data from the Small Business and Entrepreneurship Council's latest business survey highlights the value that new entrepreneurs place on the importance of electronic payments. ...
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How to save on your internet or smartphone bill
(BPT) - The pandemic proved the importance of connectivity - to your family, friends, work, school and doctor. Wireless service, in particular, has been a lifeline for many: In fact, 15% of Americans use it as their only broadband connection. And now we have 5G for home broadband, which is another g ...
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Employer health care costs are lowered by increased transparency and employee engagement
(BPT) - In an extensive analysis of patient claims data, health plan member engagement has emerged as employers' single best-practice solution for controlling costs and improving outcomes for their employees.In the fifth joint white paper by the Health Action Council and UnitedHealthcare, a comprehe ...
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Investing in early childhood educators made it possible for these teachers to achieve their dreams
(BPT) - Early childhood teachers and those who dedicate their careers to the first years of childhood - the time in life with the most brain development - have been lauded as essential, even heroes, since the start of the pandemic. As frontline workers, they've stepped up to support the development ...
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Spring clean your office: 5 tips for organizing your space and stocking greener products
(BPT) - Sponsored by Office DepotSpring has arrived, which means it's time to clean and tidy up your living spaces, including your office. Whether you work from home or commute to the office, a clean and organized workspace can increase productivity and help to reduce stress. Spring is also an excel ...
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3 Ways to Protect Against Social Engineering Attacks
(BPT) - The foundation of all human relationships is trust. But our tendency to trust is exploited every day by hackers who engage in social engineering to gain unauthorized access to computer networks with the intent to steal data and cause financial harm.Social engineering attacks occur when fraud ...
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Heading back to the office? Here’s what to expect
(BPT) - Hybrid work is here. With indoor mask mandates lifting around the United States and news of major companies heading back into the office at least part time, workers can expect more meetings with a mix of remote and in-office participants from now on.Fulfilling the hybrid promise will take ti ...
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Going green isn't easy: 3 challenges farmers face with organic farming
(BPT) - Organic production represents less than 1% of U.S. crop acres, but according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the demand for organics is rising. As a result, many farms are adding organic acreage to their farming operations.'Consumer demand for more organic vegetables has driven ...
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Paying for college tuition? [Infographic]
(BPT) - As college acceptance letters come rolling in, do you know how you'll be paying tuition? Take a tour of your financial options with this campus map from College Ave Student Loans.
3 books to educate and inspire you on Earth Day
(BPT) - Each year, on April 22, more than a billion people band together physically and virtually to celebrate Earth Day with a goal of making the planet a happier, healthier place to live.There are endless ways to join the celebration, from planting a tree in your backyard and limiting your water u ...
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Do your community schools have a clean air action plan?
(BPT) - When you think about K-12 student success, positive teachers, quality curriculum and classroom size likely come to mind. However, for students to truly succeed they must be healthy and focused, and often that boils down to basics including the very air they breathe while at school.Air qualit ...
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5 digital media and entertainment habits in 2022
(BPT) - Consumers have more options for digital media entertainment than ever before, but what kind of content are they looking for, how are they finding it and how are they interacting with it? Each year, Deloitte - a global professional services organization - surveys consumers to answer these que ...
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How self-employed taxpayers can maximize their tax refund
(BPT) - Did you know self-employed people make up the largest and fastest-growing employment sector? If you're one of the millions of self-employed Americans, you could benefit from current favorable tax laws - but if you don't know them, you could risk paying too much.'The self-employed can access ...
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4 myths about the rewarding profession of caregiving
(BPT) - The number of baby boomers, a demographic with 52 million people who are 65 and older, is projected to double by 2060. Many from this group will want to stay in their homes. In fact, a recent AARP study from November 2021 finds that 77% of older adults want to remain in their homes for the l ...
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How IT teams can make the most of networking — and why it's important
(BPT) - If you're an IT professional, you've probably experienced times when you feel isolated in your own information bubble. Your daily tasks, on top of your short- and long-term professional goals, are usually more than enough to demand your full attention. But if you haven't had the opportunity ...
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5 things military members and their families should know about their taxes
(BPT) - If you're a member of the U.S. Armed Forces or the spouse of a military member, special tax considerations are given for a variety of circumstances, so it's best to be aware of issues you may need to research - or consult a tax professional about. For federal tax purposes, the U.S. Armed For ...
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Veteran entrepreneurs share tips on launching and managing a business
(BPT) - As military members return home from active duty, they face many obstacles reintegrating into civilian life, including finding stable and fulfilling employment. According to the Pew Research Center, only 1 in 4 veterans had a civilian job lined up before leaving active service. While this ma ...
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Equal pay: How women can benefit from a career in construction
(BPT) - The disruptions of the pandemic led to not only job losses but also the Great Resignation, with many Americans reevaluating their careers and searching for better opportunities. While some areas are recovering, studies from the Pew Research Center, the National Bureau of Economic Research an ...
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Ireland’s business and technology leadership makes Irish firms the optimal partners for US businesses
(BPT) - Partnership in times of flux is a leading contributor for innovation, agility, scale and growth. This is the message from Leo Clancy, CEO of Ireland's international trade development agency Enterprise Ireland, in advance of St. Patrick's Day 2022 as he points to unprecedented commercial gain ...
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Learn how the Affordable Connectivity Program may help pay for your cell service
(BPT) - How are your savings goals for 2022 coming along? While lingering uncertainty and changes caused by the pandemic may have brought new challenges to our finances, there are many opportunities to make a positive impact on your personal money matters, especially for things you need most, such a ...
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Women-owned businesses: Here’s how to take your business to the next level
(BPT) - If you've launched a small business or dream of becoming a business owner, the task may seem daunting. The good news is, helpful resources - and funding sources - are available to support you as you plan, start and grow your business. Here are tips specifically for women and women of color b ...
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How to protect your hearing from 5 common hazards
(BPT) - Did you know hearing trouble is the third most common chronic health condition? According to the CDC, about 40 million Americans between 20 and 69 experience noise-induced hearing loss (NIHL) in one or both ears. The CDC reports that noise above 70 decibels (dB) over a prolonged period may s ...
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What employers can learn from the Great Resignation
(BPT) - By Shareen Luze, head of culture and field experience, RBC Wealth Management-U.S.It's a startling fact - people are quitting their jobs at a higher rate than normal. According to a Bureau of Labor Statistics report released in November of 2021, a record 4.5 million people resigned that month ...
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Seeking a creative edge? Consider a digital photography degree
(BPT) - Are you a visual thinker? Do you enjoy creating? Do you resist the idea of a traditional nine-to-five job? If so, you might consider getting a degree in digital photography and focusing your creativity into a satisfying, lasting career.Over the past 20 years, digital images have profoundly c ...
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7 secrets to post-pandemic sales success
(BPT) - By Sam RichterOne thing in business is certain: Selling will never be the same again.With remote workforces making it impossible to stop by, fewer trade shows, virtual meetings and prospects much less likely to respond to a cold email or social media request, getting in front of prospects an ...
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Three ways to help students improve reading fluency
(BPT) - The pandemic has created a lot of challenges for students and achievement gaps continue to grow, especially among the most vulnerable learners. According to Amplify, students - especially those in grades K-1in Black and Hispanic populations - have experienced severe learning losses in the pa ...
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Top 5 reasons to consider a career with the largest insurer in the country
(BPT) - According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the 'Great Resignation' saw more Americans leave their jobs last year than even in 2020. If you're one of the many Americans who recently left - or lost - your job, or if you've been searching for better opportunities, consider making a diffe ...
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