(NAPSI)—Here’s something many Arkansans will be talking about: Mobile phone and wireless Internet service in their communities may be easier and better now that a major wireless company has expanded in the state. Not only are there 16 new T-Mobile stores in Arkansas, the company has significantly improved service here by installing an advanced 4G Read More …
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BUSINESS NEWS AND NOTES Seven Secrets To Meeting Success
(NAPSI)—There are more than 60,000,000 knowledge workers in the United States and they spend more than 8.5 hours per week in meetings. This translates into more than 440 meeting hours per year—a total of 11 weeks. The Problem According to a recent survey by Barco, a leader in wireless collaborative technology, most workers felt their Read More …
TRAVEL TIPS Cybersecurity Expert Makes Data Breaches Personal To Encourage Smart Security Practices For Spring Break Travel
(NAPSI)—As a father, Maurice Gibson says his smartphone is integral in documenting his children’s memories from vacations. But as an assistant dean for the College of Information Systems and Technology at University of Phoenix, he worries about the risk of losing much more than his data if his phone is hacked. Gibson warns that people Read More …
New Equifax Lock Service: Your Questions Answered
(NAPSI)—When it comes to restricting certain access to their Equifax® credit reports, consumers have a new option with the Equifax Lock & Alert™ service. The service, which was launched on Jan. 31, is free for life and gives consumers the ability to quickly lock and unlock their Equifax credit report using a computer or mobile Read More …
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES Shop Till You…Top Up Your Bank Balance
(NAPSI)—There’s an old saying: “Do what you love and you’ll never work a day in your life.” If what you love to do is shop, here’s good news for you: You can make good money by “never working” and shopping instead. A Side Hustle You Never Dreamed Of! That’s because savvy shoppers can sign up Read More …
NOW HEAR THIS Five Reasons Your Hearing Aids Should Connect To Your Smartphone By Danielle Robertson, Au.D.
(NAPSI)—Today’s hearing aids do much more than just help you hear. They’ve been re-engineered into smart assistive tools that transform the way wearers interact with the world. The key to unlocking the full potential of modern, advanced hearing aids is to connect them to your smartphone. Discreet volume and setting control: Many people don’t want Read More …
Know The Basics About Virtual Currencies
(NAPSI)—The recent run-up in price for Bitcoin and other virtual currencies has piqued investors’ interest. However, the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) advises investors to understand the risks that go with virtual currencies before adding them to their portfolios. What is Bitcoin? Bitcoin is a convertible virtual currency. Virtual currency is a digital representation Read More …
Is A Self-Paced, Competency-Based Education Right For You? Here Are The Six Questions You Should Ask Yourself. by Laurie Dodge
(NAPSI)—It seems we can’t view the news today without seeing another story about technological advancements in the workplace, including Artificial Intelligence. Whether you believe that millions of jobs will be displaced or millions of new jobs will be created, the fact is the skills required to compete in a rapidly evolving employment market are changing Read More …
TAX TOPICS Five Tips To Save Time & Money This Tax Season
(NAPSI)—Taxes are inevitable, but there are many smart ways to save time and money throughout the process. Marsha Barnes, a certified financial social worker, financial educator and certified credit report reviewer, helps identify five important tips to consider: Get organized. Gather all the documents you’ll need ahead of time, including W-2s, 1099s, mortgage interest statements, Read More …
HEALTH MATTERS Protecting Your Privacy
(NAPSI)—Some people are taking an unhealthy interest in your medical information—but they can be stopped. The Problem With data breaches occurring across many industries, even sensitive data pertaining to patient health care records is at risk. A recent University of Phoenix study of 504 registered nurses and administrative staff found that only a quarter of Read More …