Author: Michelle Watson

As part of Disability Pride Month, mental health campaigner and disabled adventurer Nick Wilson has made history. He became the first person to ascend Yr Wyddfa (Mount Snowdon) using the RockClimber™ power mobility chair, achieving the feat unaided. After a previous attempt in June, Nick successfully reached Bwlch Glas, an impressive 1,000 meters above sea level, along the Llanberis route, without any physical support. Raising Awareness for Accessibility Challenges Nick’s climb aims to highlight ongoing accessibility challenges faced by wheelchair users. By showcasing innovative design and engineering, his achievement emphasizes the need for greater inclusivity. Moreover, it demonstrates how technology…

With the Paris 2024 Olympic Games on the horizon, businesses are preparing to capture the attention of over a billion global viewers. While high-profile sponsorships and national TV airtime might be out of reach for many small businesses, digital marketing offers a nimble and cost-effective approach to reach and engage audiences. A leading platform offering premium images, illustrations, and videos to small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and enterprises (SMEs), 40% of small business owners identify acquiring new customers as a significant challenge for profitability. This highlights the crucial role that effective digital marketing plays, especially during major events like the…

Amazon has achieved its fastest Prime delivery speeds ever this year. Over 5 billion items have arrived the same or next day globally, marking a 30% increase from the previous year. This milestone highlights Amazon’s commitment to faster service and supporting small and medium-sized businesses. Record-Breaking Delivery Performance Amazon’s delivery speeds have reached new heights in the U.S. and worldwide. This year, over 5 billion items were delivered within one or two days. Since the launch of Prime in 2005, the number of items eligible for free shipping has soared from 1 million to over 300 million in the U.S.…

Labor productivity has significantly declined in several states, with Iowa experiencing the greatest decrease between 2007 and 2023, at 4.9%. Delaware follows with a 4.2% decline, and South Dakota ranks third with a 2.7% drop. New York, Virginia, and Georgia also feature in the top ten. Iowa Iowa experienced the greatest decline in labor productivity, with a decrease of 4.9%. This drop is largely attributed to shifts in its agricultural sector, a significant part of its economy. Despite this, Iowa maintains a labor productivity index score of 115.1, indicating a still robust workforce contributing to its output. Delaware Delaware saw…

TopTier Academy Announces Innovative Training Platform TopTier Trader, a leading player in the proprietary trading sector, is set to unveil TopTier Academy, an innovative educational platform designed to nurture successful Forex traders. The Academy, launching on August 7, 2024, was founded by entrepreneur Quillan Black, also known as Cue Banks. The initiative aims to revolutionise the Forex prop trading industry by offering extensive training and support to aspiring investors. The launch event will take place at the Frost Science Museum’s Planetarium, Miami’s premier venue for impactful content in 2024. Comprehensive Training Program “Our academy was created to educate and equip…

New research highlights the most affordable online MBA programs available in the US for 2024. This list is based on tuition costs per credit hour and the total number of credits required. Leading Affordable Programs Northeastern State University Northeastern State University tops the list with a tuition cost of $251 per credit hour and a requirement of 36 credits. The program includes comprehensive courses in business analytics, accounting, and finance. Additionally, it can be completed entirely online or in a blended format at the NSU Broken Arrow Campus. Georgia Southwestern State University Following closely is Georgia Southwestern State University, with…

27 June 2024: As we approach the final week of campaigning for the General Election, new data reveals young online entrepreneurs could be a pivotal voting demographic. Changing Voting Patterns GoDaddy’s Venture Forward research initiative recently analyzed over 2,000 UK online microbusinesses, defined as having 10 employees or fewer, with a unique domain and active website. The study found that more than one in five (23%) under-30 microbusiness owners plan to change the way they vote in the upcoming election. In contrast, only 9% of over-60s reported a change in their voting intentions since becoming business owners. Additionally, a quarter…