Monday, 25 August 2014

VACANCY AT NATIONAL INSTITUTE FOR LEGISLATIVE STUDIES ( NILS )

Jobs at National Institute for Legislative Studies (NILS)

The National Institute for Legislative Studies (NILS) was established early in 2011 following the enactment of
the enabling legislation. NILS is designed to be a Centre at excellence providing technical support to the work of the National Assembly through research and publications on democratic governance, and Legislative practice and procedures. In order to fill some of the vacant positions in the Institute, applications are requested from qualified Candidates for the position listed below.

Institute's Librarian (CONLESS 15)

Functions:

    Perform the functions of Chief Librarian but at a higher level of competence
    Take charge of the Administration of the library.
    Ensure a consistent and efficient expansion of library and archival materials.
    Ensure security of library arid archival materials.
    Participate in arid coordinate the activities of the division.
    Initiate actions on and implement the review of library programmes and policies.
    Take charge of the draining, supervision and appraisal of subordinate staff.
    Give professional advice on library cervices matters.
    Other duties that may be assigned by the Director or the Director General

Qualifications

    A master's degree in Library studies or Library and information science or Management Information Science/Computer Science. A Doctorate Degree in Library and Information Science plus 15 years post qualification experience.
    Evidence of research experience, as well as publications in reputable national and International journals are required.

Senior Research Fellow: Research Fellow I; & Research Fellow II - Legal Research Division

Functions:

    Conduct research into all areas of Legislative Practice and especially constitutional matters and legislative frameworks
    Initiate supply/demand driven programmes and protects on emerging legal and constitutional issues.
    Participate in the development of legal and legislative databank
    Develop strategies to support Committees in processing Bills, constitutional development and treaties.
    Respond to demand driven activities emanating from Committees In relevant areas.
    Collaborate with the training Department to implement the Institute’s Training programme
    Participate in Bill/Policy Analysis
    Initiate individual Research arid Policy Analysis protect
    Provide briefs on emerging legal and constructional issues.
    Participate in Department training, Seminars and publications.
    Any outrun assignments directed by the Head of Division, Director or the Director-General

Key Qualifications

    Minimum academic qualification of Ph.D in law with experience in legislative practice and procedure and constitutional matters
    2- 10 years post Master's degree experience
    Strong evidence of research in the area of legislative Practice and Procedure, constitutional matters and legal and legislative frameworks.
    6 - 12 publications in reputable national and international journals, books, and monographs
    International research and seminar exposure is an added advantage.

Research Fellow I - Public Finance Division

Functions:

    Conduct approved individual research projects
    Participate in this Department research or Institute research activities, Bills sod public policy analysis and legislative activities, as may be applicable.
    Initiate individual research, bill/policy analysis programmes to meet work plan targets.
    Participate in the development of data bank on political and social indicators, budget process etc
    Participate in the design and delivery of training programmes.
    Participate in Public Finance sector policy development end analysis
    Other functions as may be assigned by the Director and the Director-General.

Key Qualifications:

    A doctorate degree in Economics, plus 6 years post Master’s degree Research experience.
    Strong evidence of research and 8 publications in reputable national and international Journals and monographs, as well as other national end International journals.
    International research and seminar exposure is an added advantage.

Method of Application
Candidates should submit Ten (12) typewritten applications, with Curriculum Vitae (CV) and photocopies of all academic and professional certificates.
Candidate should enclose stamped self - addressed envelopes and indicate the position applied for on the top left corner of the envelops
All applications should be directed to the Director - General through info@nils.gov.ng or PMB 123, Garki, Abuja, FCT900001.

Only shortlisted candidates will receive letter indicating place, time and date of the interview.

SOUTH ATLANTIC PETROLEUM LIMITED IS HIRING

Graduate Vacancies at South Atlantic Petroleum Limited

South Atlantic Petroleum Limited is an indigenous Oil Exploration ad Production Company, whose
vision is to be the leading independent Nigerian energy company admired for its asset portfolio and human capital. SAPETRO seeks top talent to enable her achieve this vision.
To support the effective management and administration of our existing assets and pursuit of our business expansion agenda, we seek talented, enthusiastic, innovative and multi-tasking individuals as Production Supervisor - SA022 & Maintenance Supervisor - SA023

Production Supervisor

Reports To: Production Superintendent

Key Roles:
The ideal candidate will provide necessary supervision to the operators, technicians and, production crew. This is to ensure
the right process conditions are put in place to achieve the desired product specifications within a very safe environment.
Accountabilities:

Supervise the production Operators and Technicians.
Compile and analyze production reports including data to give information on well performance and production.
Ensure that production operations are carried out in a safe manner.
Ensure strict compliance of personnel towards safety rules and standards.
Ensure production operations meet acceptable standardsand design parameters.
Schedule maintenance for process equipment.
Perform routine facility inspections.
Carry out safe plant shutdown and start-up.
Assign personnel to production units or utilities.
Report changes in the production trend or abnormal process conditions.
Take decisions regarding unit or plant shutdown in critical situations.

Person Profile
• Minimum of a 2nd Class Upper University degree in Process/ Mechanical! Petroleum/ Chemical Engineering.
• Approximately 8 to 12 years working experience.
• Membership of NSE,COREN etc.
• Good organizational and management skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Good interpersonal and communication (verbal & written)
• Ability to speak Englishwould be an advantage.
• Good leadership and mentoring skills.
• Conversant with the use of Microsoft Office Tools.

Maintenance Supervisor

Reports To: Production Superintendent

Key Roles:
To provide supervision for all technicians and fitters on the facility and ensure timely maintenance of all equipment and utilities.To ensure all equipment are functional and maintenance is scheduled without disrupting production.

Accountabilities:
Plan preventive maintenance, ensurihg preventive and corrective maintenance activities are carried out on all equipment
and utilities.
Supervise routine maintenance on utility equipment and lines.
Routine inspection of equipment.
Ensure timely requisition and aggressive follow-up on equipment spare parts.
Delegate work to technicians and monitor their progress.
Plan annual Maintenance of the production plant and liaise with the equipment manufacturers for technical and maintenance
support.
Document equipment maintenance history.
Identify potential hazards of equipment maintenance activities and liaise with the HSSE Officer to recommend preventive
measures.
Prepare weekly and monthly reports.
Assist the Production Superintendent in ensuring that reports on equipment integrity are timely.

Person Profile:
• Minimum of a 2nd Class Upper University degree in Mechanical/Electrical Engineering.
• Approximately 7 to 10 years working experience.
• Membership of SPE, NSE, COREN etc.
• Knowledge of Electrical/Electronics/Mechanical Engineering.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Ability to identify hazards in the process of job execution.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Ability to supervise maintenance contracts.
• Good interpersonal and communication (verbal & written) skills
• Ability to speak English would be an advantage.
• Conversant with the use of Microsoft Office Tools.

Method of Application
Interested and qualified candidates should send their CVs (Microsoft Word Format) as an attachment to jobopportunities@owel-linkso.com on or before Tuesday 2nd September 2014. Email Subject titles should read: Production Supervisor - SA022 & Maintenance Supervisor - SA023

VACANCIES AT STANDARD CHARTERED BANK NIGERIA

Graduate Vacancy at Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria

Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria - We attract talented individuals. Not only can they give you the benefit of

their experience, they also reveal a closer, more personal look at the wide range of global opportunities we offer. At the core of the Group's people strategy is our focus on employee engagement. Engagement is a key driver of productivity and performance, which creates the foundation of our performance culture. We encourage and focus on the behaviours that bring out the very best from every employee, assessing their performance not just on results but on how those results were achieved. To further embed these behaviours we have a remuneration programme in place, carefully designed to incentivise our employees to live our values every day.

Standard Chartered Bank Nigeria is recruiting to fill the vacant position of:

PFC

Job Title: PFC
Job ID: 446638
Location: Victoria Island, Nigeria - SCB

Job Description

Responsible for all sales and servicing of in house CB customers
Product enquries & sales to personal banking customers.
Key focus on casa (lcy & fcy), bank assurrance & pil.
Custodian of returned cheque register
Resolve customer complaints for wm customers and log complaints to frontline.
Handling of customer inquiries from branches / relationships (tmu, nigeria callcentre, audit and clearing).
Use the following as sales tools: reference forms, third party instruments, customs duty payment document (from psbs), tc data (potential customers from fx / tc teller). Dormant account (affluent) reactivation & management. Upgrading of tail accounts.

KYC
Ensure you remain alert to the risk of money laundering and assist in the Bank’s efforts in combating it by adhering to the key principles in relation to: ‘’Identifying your customer, knowing your customer, reporting suspicions, safeguarding records and not disclosing suspicions to customers’’.

Qualifications & Skills

In compliance with the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) Act of 2004, all applicants should ensure that they have completed the mandatory NYSC programme.
A discharge certificate will be required as evidence of completion of the programme.
Where an exemption has been granted, a certificate of exemption will also be required.

Method of Application

Interested candidates should click here to apply online.

INTERNATIONAL MEDICAL CORPS IS HIRING!!!

Graduate Jobs at International Medical Corps (IMC)

International Medical Corps (IMC) is recruiting to fill the position of:

Care Group Promoter Supervisor

Reporting to: Public Health Officer
Location: Wamakko, Binji, Shagari and Kebbe LGA Sokoto State

Job Summary:

The Care Group Promoter Supervisor Lead program planning and provide strategic direction to CG Promoter Supervisor. Ensure internal and external reporting and documentation requirements are on-time and accurate, Assess staff capacities and coordinate initial or ongoing trainings based en need and program goals. Plays lead role in the orientation and training of new technical program staff, Models leadership to all staff and intentionally develops the leadership potential of the CG Promoters and Prepare a monthly report using the information provided by Care Group Promoters This is a an outreach position requiring traveling to community locations

Specific Duties:

Coordinates with project partners, project staff, the SMoH, LGA PHCDA and other stakeholders regarding upcoming activities and needs at the community and State/LGA levels.
Collect CO Promoter reports on a monthly basis, review the reports and assure the information presented is reasonable and complete.
Responsible to supervise each CO Promoter who reports to him or her in the field at least twice a month, conducting QIVC5 and completing all sections of the CO Promoter Supervision Checklist every quarter.
Responsible to liaison with the appropriate people in a timely and professional manner to ensure the financial, logistical and procurement issues required to implement project activities.
Other duties as assigned

Supervisory responsibilities:

Care Group Promoters

Qualifications:

B.Sc /HND/Diploma in Clinical Nurse/ Psychology/ Education/ Sociology
0-2 years’ work experience on Nutrition/Sociology/Psychology
Preferably NGO experience
Fluency in English and Hausa

Nutrition Officers

Reporting to: Nutrition Coordinator
Duty Station: Binji, Shagari and Kebbe LGA Sokoto State

Job Summary
To ensure that the CMAM program of Health Facilities is functioning properly, providing care of quality to all the beneficiaries, respecting protocols and principles of good caring practices

Duties and Responsibilities:

Work with health staff and LGA officials to ensure all aspects of the program are understood and agreed by LGA Nutrition Officers and appropriate referrals take place to and from Health facilities to Hospitals and the OTP/SC
Working with the Community Volunteers, Care Group promoters ensure engagement of community leaders / their designates for the mobilization, screening and referral
Working with the Care Group Promoters, ensure CMAM beneficiaries are referred to CG-IYCF services when required and understood by the, health facility staffs, including admission, discharge and transfer to and from the various components of the program
Ensure comprehensive health checks and treatment according to the agreed protocols

Background and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Public Health or Nutrition
0-2 years’ work experience on Nutrition or Public Health Preferably NGO experience
Experience of nutrition work (preferably CMAM) and implementation of feeding programs, including monitoring and evaluation
Experience in conducting nutrition assessments and an understanding of nutritional surveillance and information systems
Excellent communication skills and a willingness to be respectful, kind, sensitive and empathize with all beneficiaries and their careers
Willingness and capacity to be flexible and accommodating when faced with difficult and frustrating working conditions
Demonstrable ability at report writing
Prepared to live and work in an uncertain security environment
Ability and willingness to frequently travel and stay at the field
Commitment to and understanding of International Medical Corps aims, values and principles
Fluency in written and spoken English and local languages
Computer literacy

Public Health Officers

Reporting to: Nutrition Coordinator

Job Summary
Reporting to the Nutrition Coordinator, the Public Health Officer will provide leadership and management of all aspects of the hygiene promotion and sanitation component of IMC /WASH, IYCF and CMAM project/s at Wamakko, Binji, Shagari and Kebbe LGAs. He/ She will be responsible for the implementation hygiene promotion and sanitation component and ensuring program quality, completion of activities within allocated funding and project period, and identifying new needs for program expansion and improvement. The Public Health Officer will be spending full of his/her time in all four LGAs.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Respect the dignity of the beneficiaries, careers and members of the community
In coordination with LGAs WASH officers and CO Promoters as well as supervisors, undertake/take part in quantitative/qualitative assessments to identify key risky hygiene behaviors to work on and to capture key achievements with-in the framework of project/s.
Work with Environmental Agents and target beneficiaries to identify volunteers/incentive workers for hygiene promotion/education,
Train volunteers/incentive workers on basics of hygiene promotion/education, hygiene promotion/education methods/approaches, communication and facilitation skills,
Assist CO Supervisors on preparation of detail implementation plan for hygiene promotion/education activities.
Ensure implementation of hygiene promotion activities as per planned approaches/methods through use of EHA, and volunteers/incentive workers.
Work with LGA WASH officer on development, testing, printing and positioning of culturally appropriate IEC material, and monitoring tools and ensure proper use of the same,
Prepare weekly and monthly progress reports/updates,
Ensure needs of most vulnerable are taken in to account at all stages of hygiene promotion intervention/a,
Coordinate and integrate with other IPs in harmonizing hygiene promotion/education interventions,
Document and share lessons learned and success stories in relation to hygiene to inform future programming
Ensure proper implementation of hygiene and sanitation component of WASH projects with-in allocated budget and timeline meeting international standards;
Ensure integration of Water, sanitation and hygiene promotion components of projects
Undertake need assessments and contribute in the preparation of new proposals,
Assist Nutrition Coordinator monitor and ensure spending against plan, and analyze monthly financial reports.

Background and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Public Health. Environmental Health or any Other related field from recognized University with a minimum of three year relevant work experience on hygiene promotion with I/NGO
Previous experience of implementing participatory hygiene promotion and sanitation methods (e.g. PHAST, CLTS/H,) and organizing campaigns on key hygiene themes;
Previous experience of implementing institutional (schools & health facilities) hygiene promotions/educations;
Ability to work in stressful conditions and with limited social services and insecure environments.
Ability to work independently with minimum supervision and in a highly results oriented work culture
Knowledge, skill and experience in participatory methods for promoting sustainability of WASH interventions
NGO experience is plus.
Commitment to and understanding of International Medical Corps aims, values and principles

Skills and Abilities:

Strong communication, organizational and interpersonal skills
Ability to work as part of a team as well as to work autonomously when required;
Very good at computer- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point and e-mail);
Fluent spoken and written English
Supervisory/basic managerial skills
Technical and report writing skills

Cashier

Summary of the position:
The cashier will be based in Sokoto and will provide all necessary financial assistance to project as well as handle other office cash related duties. S/he will maintain Cash and Bank transaction journal, make cash disbursements and reconciliations, prepare cash projections and requests and will also be responsible for the custody of all the financial files related to the project.

Description of the responsibilities/activities:
To run and manage COSTPOINT accounting software, which includes but not limited to:

To review the field accounting reports and record them in COSTPOINT, including monthly cash reconciliation for Sokoto site.
Input into COSTPOINT and calculation of average exchange rates for all sites, for review by the Finance Officer.
Reconciliation of various records, investigating unusual items and bringing these to the prompt attention of the Finance Officer. This includes reconciliation of field records and Abuja office records.
Cash and bank management in consultation with the Finance Officer.
To prepare and verify all payments and receipts including supporting documentation.
To maintain and file bank and receipt documents.
To maintain the float and advise supervisor as necessary.
To prepare and send Daily Cash Reports to L.A. that includes both cash and bank balances.
To maintain and monitor the national staff advances register.
Carry out monthly Finance scanning,
Assist with audits of various sites and functions as needed.

This is to include field visits to various sites, and training of staff per audit schedule/plan.

Qualifications:

B.Sc/HND/OND/NCE in Accounting or related field.
Demonstrate a capacity and willingness to learn and to further an Accounting career.
Subscribe to a high moral code of ethic.
Fluency in English and Hausa.
Willingness to work in hardship area.
Team Player and ability to work with people of multicultural and diverse interests

Method of Application

All interested applicants are invited to send their detailed CV with cover letter on or before September 4th, 2014 to;

The Human Resources and Admin Officer,
International Medical Corps,
Plot 3 Tsafe Road off Sama Road Sokoto,
Sokoto State

Or

Email: cnwankwo@InternationalMedicalCorps.org

Please note: Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interview. International Medical Corps is an equal opportunity employer; Female applicants are particularly encouraged to apply.

GRADUATES NEEDED FOR EMPLOYMENT AT FEDERAL MINISTRY OF HEALTH

Massive Graduates Recruitment at Federal Ministry of Health

As part of Government efforts in filling the human resource gap identified in Port Health Service, the Federal Ministry of Health intends to

carry out recruitment exercise to fill various vacancies at the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) and the Port Health Service Unit.

Medical Doctors
Nursing Officer I
Nursing Officer II
Environmental Health Officer I
Environmental Health Officer II
Medical Laboratory Tech. II
Administrative Officer II
Accountant II
Executive Officer (General Duties)
Executive Officer (Accounts)

Medical Doctors

Requirements

Registered Medical Doctor with the Medical and Dental Council of Nigeria.
Degree of MBBS or its equivalent from a recognized University.
At least one year post registration cognate experience,
Completion of NYSC/exemption certificate.

Nursing Officers I

Requirements

Currently Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria.
Posses RN and RM in Nursing from a recognized University.
At least two (2) years post qualification cognate experience.

Nursing Officers II

Requirements

Currently Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Council of Nigeria.
Posses RN and RM in Nursing from a recognized University.

Environmental Health Officers I

Requirements

Possess degree in Environmental Health Science from a recognized University.
Completed of the mandatory one year Internship programme supervised by the Environmental Health Officers Registration Council of Nigeria.
At least two (2) years post qualification cognate experience.
Completion of NYSC/exemption certificate.
Registered as a Professional with Environmental Health Officer Registration Council of Nigeria.

Environmental Health Officers II

Requirements

Possess degree in Environmental Health Science from a recognized University.
Completed of the mandatory one year Internship programme supervised by the Environmental Health Officers Registration Council of Nigeria.
Completion of NYSC/exemption certificate.
Registered as a Professional with Environmental Health Officer Registration Council of Nigeria.

Medical Laboratory Technologists II

Requirements

Possess WASC or SSC plus the National Diploma of the Institute of Medical Laboratory Technology (obtained after four years course)
Registration with Medical Laboratory Council of Nigeria for Health Technologists.
Associate Membership of the Institute of Medical Laboratory Technologist (ATMLT) of Nigeria.

Administration Officer II

Requirements

B.Sc degree in Social Science, Public/Business Administration,
Completion of NYSC/exemption certificate.

Accountant II

Requirements

Possess B.Sc Accounting/HND Accounting
Completion of NYSC/exemption certificate.

Executive Officer - Accounts

Requirements

Possess National Ordinary Diploma in Accountancy/Business Administration obtained in a recognized Institution

Executive Officer General Duties

Requirements

Possess Higher National Diploma in Business/Administration.
Or Public Administration from recognized Institution
Completion of NYSC/exemption certificate.

Method of Application

Interested and qualified candidates should apply on line using the email address as follows:hrm_recruitment@health.gov.ng

All applications must be received online only on or before Wednesday 27th, August, 2014.
Director (Human Resource Management)
For: Honourable Minister

Note that interested applicants are expected to submit e-copies of application and CV. to the specified email address.

HOW TO HAVE A SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS VENTURE

Bukola Olayemi: 8 Sure Fire Tips For Business Survival

Most businesses never live long enough to click glasses for their fifth anniversary. Now that’s quite scary, knowing that no business owner starts up thinking the business will fail in a few years. The struggle for the life of your business is real. Don’t let your business be one of these numbers. Here are eight steps to help you swim against the tide, and keep your head above waters in all stormy weather.

Know Your Competition.
Ladies and gentlemen, you’ve got new competition. Your biggest competition is no longer who you think it is. Your biggest competition is the NOISE. Noise is everything else that is struggling for your customer’s attention- picking the kids up from school at 4:00pm, buying a new pack of diapers for Ezinne, the traffic situation in Ajah. These are all knocking at the door, fighting hard to get a place on your customers mind.
You’ve got to punch through the noise to get the customers attention. If you don’t have their attention, they don’t see you. If they don’t see you, they don’t hear you. If they don’t see or hear you, they will not give you their money. Money follows attention. Whoever gets the most attention ends up with the money.

Get Rid Of Obscurity
You need to conquer obscurity. Get in their faces and position yourself as an expert in your field. Obscurity is the state of being unknown, inconspicuous, or unimportant. Your business must not be obscure. Your market will not buy from you if they do not know you or perceive your brand as important. You have to make use of every avenue available and relevant to your brand, to position yourself in the mind of the market. Think of social media as an opportunity to get in front of people, to raise awareness for your business and establish yourself as an expert in what you do.

Activate Action Mode
You don’t have the money, the money is in the marketplace and you need to go get it. Get off your butt and into the market. Attend networking events, make sales calls, meet with prospective customers, make use of every opportunity to meet and talk to your prospects. Your business will not sell itself, it is your number one responsibility to do that. Work at the desk, behind your computer, and when the time comes, get up and go. Go where your customers are, have meetings to introduce your product, go to places where you can find a large number of your customers and talk about your product or service. Never sit still, always be moving towards the direction of your customers- online and offline.

Dominate Your Space
You need to separate yourself from other businesses. What makes your business different, and better than the competition? Stop striving to compete with others, strive to dominate your market. Raise your business above the competition. Stand out from the crowd, position yourself as the best at what you do. Set yourself apart from the regulars. Leave them behind like a corporate Usain Bolt. Serve your market differently, don’t try to coy your competitors. Never be afraid to stand out. Apple became the most valuable company in the world, not by competing, but by dominating their industry. Today, Google is dominating the online sphere, they are well above their competition.

Aim For Highest Value
Stop focusing on price! Price is a myth. Companies, individuals and your customers rarely make buying decisions based on lowest price. People buy for the value they get from the product. How does your product make people feel? Does it make them happy? Help them save time? Help them save or make more money? Does your product help them appear confident? Does it improve the way they are perceived in the society? Make them appear more knowledgeable? Help them get a higher pay? Does it give them a happy home? Does it make them more appealing to others, does your product or service make your customers feel good about themselves? These are the questions you should ask yourself. Stop saying “I want my product to be the cheapest in the market’.
Now don’t get me wrong, if the value your customer gets is less than the cost of your product, then you’re equally heading for the rocks. Aim to be the highest value provider, not the lowest cost provider. I don’t care if you’re selling akara, vintage clothes, or luxury cars. People need to believe the value they will get from your product is far greater than the amount they will pay for it. The question you must ask is “is the value my customer gets far more than the price they pay?”

You can’t keep lowering prices to win in the marketplace. You cannot operate your business with no profits. If you keep dropping prices, real soon, your business will drop dead and you my friend, will close shop.
What pays the bills? Money pays the bills. You’ve got bills- rent, staff, logistics, and so much more. When the estate agent comes knocking, what do you tell him? That you can’t pay your rent because you’re not making profits? Focus on value. Before considering lowering your price, focus on improving the value you provide.
Remember this: If you don’t determine your own value in the marketplace, the marketplace will never give you your worth.

Sweat It Out
Work your butt out. Work, work, and keep working. Who says owning your own business is easy? Your days don’t get easier when you quit your job and start running your own shindig, it gets tougher. You’ve got to work hard, sweat for every Naira you get. You become your own personal assistant, front desk officer, salesman, marketer, driver, cleaner- you become everything to your business. If you could not handle the one job you had as an employee, how then will you handle ten jobs in one? Think about that.

Never Stop Improving
Keep learning. Always be improving yourself, adding value to yourself and your business, so that you can give more value to your customers. The day you stop learning is the day your business starts dying. There is so much to learn, you have got absolutely no idea. Consistent, never ending improvement, amongst others, controls the success or failure of your business. Keep finding ways to add more value than anyone else is. Keep finding new ways to satisfy your customer’s needs.

Make Staff Productive
The main priority of a business is to bring in revenue. Make every staff in your company assist in directly bringing in revenue into the business. Why can’t your front desk officer make sales calls? Make your staff productive and pay them well for it. Stop accommodating redundant staff, let everyone work for their pay. Your staff should earn their pay. Quit filling your company with staff like a Fortune500 because you are not; when you get there, you will know it. In the meantime, cut down on redundant staff. Except they are interns, or volunteer staff, you have no business filling every corner in your small space with staff. Remember, you are a small business.

Dear business owner, no one starts a business and plans to fail. There are many steps you can take to make sure your business survives through the times. Start with these today and keep at it. Keep learning and improving yourself, your staff, your products/services and hence, your business. Remember the day you stop learning is the day your business starts drowning.

BEAUTIFUL CELEB PICS FROM THE MTV VMAs RED CARPET

WOW! The Glam & Wild Looks from 2014 MTV Video Music Awards Red Carpet

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Yay! The MTV Video Music Awards has finally happened. On Sunday 24th August 2014, the music award ceremony took place at The Forum in California.

There were a lot of best dressed stars and we can go on and on about whose looks we loved and others that we will plead the fifth, sixth, and seventh on.

Let us know who wowed you.

Red Carpet