Real People, Significant Stories

Right Off the Bat: Who is The Batman?

January 7, 2019November 22, 2018 by Stefany Warren

He is vengeance. He is the night. He is Batman. From page to page, rooftop to rooftop, a ruthless knight in a cowl shifted in the shadows in the name of justice in “Gotham”, a grim city littered with crime and treacherous villains enough to scare comic readers of the twentieth century. Each flip of the page, each brilliantly drawn comic panel was an exciting yet dark new adventure for the Caped Crusader. Batman’s Identity Batman has ruled over the …

Nike Runner with a Movement Disorder Proves There’s No Such Thing as a ‘Disability’

January 7, 2019October 25, 2018 by Stefany Warren

Featured image source: CBS News Justin Gallegos’s life mantra might as well be “Just Do It”, and that phrase means a lot of things to a lot of people—from a kid with a dream to a professional athlete with a goal. This brand idea transformed from a simple marketing tagline to a mantra for a lot of athletes, for most of them, it meant “winning”, “believing in your own capabilities” and for Justin, it was “overcoming”. He was once a …

Hungry 4 Success: The Story of David Cesarez and his Silicon Valley Journey

January 7, 2019October 24, 2018 by Stefany Warren

Featured image source: CBS News One Friday back in July this year, Jasmine Scofield from Mountain View, California was on her way to a restaurant after getting out from work when she ran into a smart looking man in his 20s at an intersection. There was a glint of hope in the man’s eyes and a pinch of desperation. In his hands was a sign that said: “Homeless, hungry 4 success. Take a Resume.” A man with a dream David …

5 Female Superheroes in Comics Who Embody Women Empowerment

January 7, 2019October 20, 2018 by Stefany Warren

Featured image source: Mashable The comics industry started out in the early twentieth century at the back of magazines and newspapers. Comics since then has acquired a larger target market and reached its golden age where hundreds of comic issues and volumes have resided on the shelves or on a box under of every boy’s room. Superheroes like Batman, Superman and Thor graced the panels of each page with unbelievable powers and superhuman abilities that seemed impossible for a villain …

5 On-Going TV Shows Embracing Diversity and Inclusivity

January 7, 2019October 20, 2018 by Stefany Warren

TV series right now has never been this colorful. Hollywood is admittedly a heavily stained part of the entertainment industry. From movies to the small screen, notions of whitewashing and the idea that “whites sell better” have been evident since the beginning of this industry. True enough, movies and TV shows are based on the culture and time it was created on, but it is almost sad that even in the light of diversity and the fight to change the …

A Graduate’s Surprise: How Hanss Mujica Gave his Family the Surprise of a Lifetime

January 7, 2019October 18, 2018 by Stefany Warren

Featured image source: A Plus “Por ustedesempece. Por ustedesacabe.” His family can’t help but shed tears as they continued to read his message on a piece of paper. From what was supposed to be a family photo shoot for a Psychology Class, it clearly became something more. A young man from Texas named Hanss Mujica, 24, snuck behind his unsuspecting family all dressed in a graduation garb and with a couple of signboards. He was all set for graduation. All …

All You Need to Consider to Build the Next Best GPS

January 16, 2019January 16, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

Anyone who has a smartphone — which is just about everyone — is probably familiar with global positioning satellite (GPS) technology. At least, in terms of appropriating the same direction finding and mapping functionality. The truth is that these applications can’t even come close to the utility of a true standalone unit, which is still in demand for those who go cross-country. From a jamming simulator to connectivity, here’s a guide for all the necessary components that go into building a great stand-alone unit. …

Key Website Construction Advice for Your Fledgling Business

January 7, 2019January 7, 2019 by Andrea Clegg

Since the introduction of the internet, it has become one of the major means of promotions and advertising for many companies, organizations and even individuals. One of the oldest but still essential means of promotions is the use of websites. There are even DIY sites offering ready-made designs and features for you to tinker and explore. But before your website creation goes online do consider the following factors first so you can gain the attention of your future clients. Keep …

Five Sure-Fire Ways to Promote Your Business Online

December 27, 2018December 29, 2018 by InspiredShares

Promoting your business is one of the core areas that will help make your brand recognizable. It is also a way of building trust with your customers and prospects, especially if you are at the process of doing product pushes and activations. A 360-degree approach is important in getting the message across. You may use the conventional means, which includes TV, radio, and print. But if you want to widen your reach, it’s time to consider going online. Online marketing …

On-Boarding Basics: Ways to Make Clients Feel Welcome

December 27, 2018December 28, 2018 by Andrea Clegg

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Getting new clients is an exciting indicator that your business is growing. But it does not stop at client acquisition. The next phase would be the maintenance of your relationship with them. You will need to invest time in building trust and ensuring that they will depend on you for the improvement of their business. This is where many businesses usually fall short. Taking care of your clients is like taking care of a new plant. You will need to …

The Dating Scene: Who Should Make the First Move?

December 18, 2018December 18, 2018 by Andrea Clegg

Dating is not easy, whether in person or through matchmaker dating apps. It can seem awkward. It will require time and patience. And it can be confusing, especially when it comes to making the first move: who should make it? It’s Now OK for Women to Make the First Move Dating can often seem daunting because you’re not sure who should message who first. Before, the burden only fell on the guy. But times have changed. About 95 percent of …

The Place of Artificial Intelligence in Online Dating

December 18, 2018December 18, 2018 by Andrea Clegg

Face the truth; there is a large number of people all over the world suffering from stress. The leading causes of stress include changing jobs, unpredictable financial instability, and relationships. Yes, that is right. Relationships are a significant cause of depression in people looking for love from other people. But that should no longer be a problem. In this age, you can find love easily and quickly using online dating applications with artificial intelligence. What Exactly is Dating? There are …

Search Engine Marketing: What Is It Really?

December 18, 2018December 18, 2018 by InspiredShares

Digital is becoming increasingly relevant as we further into the future, with more people embracing this change when it comes to making decisions. With this advancement and growing trend, businesses have become more open to venturing to the online world. As a response, marketers are coming up with different ways to help companies reach their target audience better and faster. For businesses, an effective digital marketing strategy has become an essential to make their brand and their website become more relevant and visible to online …

Improving Conversion Rate for E-Commerce Sites

December 18, 2018December 18, 2018 by Andrea Clegg

One of the most important metrics for e-commerce businesses is conversion rate. This metric computes the percentage of website visitors converted into customers. The higher a company’s conversion rate is, the more the revenue and profit they realise. Web Design Bromley, an online marketing agency that designs, builds and maintains e-commerce sites, notes that simple online marketing and web design solutions can help companies increase conversion rate. Small improvements and updates to a website’s structure and design can potentially produce …

New to the Business? Enhance Your Brand with a Website

December 18, 2018December 18, 2018 by Andrea Clegg

Congratulations, you’ve finally managed to build your business from scratch. With the initial hard work beginning to show traction, you want to keep the momentum. That’s great, but you might be asking yourself, ‘what next?’ The answer is easy – set up a website to promote your brand. Let’s face it, the internet is the place potential customers go to find supplies and services, so if you’re new, your competitors probably have a head start with their own websites. It’s …

Seven Ways to Manage Warehouse Efficiency

December 18, 2018December 18, 2018 by InspiredShares

Proper warehouse management is essential to improving the facility’s productivity and efficiency. One of the best ways you can improve the management of your warehouse is by adopting the latest innovations and solutions, such as a centralised warehouse management system (WMS) in Australia. Aside from that, here are some more effective ways to better organise your warehouse facility for increased productivity, sales and profits. Keep your warehouse clean Spend at least an hour or two every week to clean your …