Paul Linus, Author at News, Views and Reviews

Dec122020 by Paul LinusNo Comments

How imported electronic cigarettes are posing risks

Health

Electronic vaporizing cigarettes imported from China are innovative products that fill a gap in demand from smokers looking for less-expensive alternatives to tobacco smoking. Imported e-cigarettes also pose significant financial risks to businesses that distribute these nicotine delivery systems to local consumers. E-Cigarettes Failing Inspections at Customs The sale of electronic cigarettes containing nicotine is illegal in Australia. Therefore, customs officials can seize any shipment of e-cigarettes into Australia. In the United Kingdom, the use of e-cigarettes is legal and unrestricted by government authorities. This may explain why the UK already has a company that makes its own brand of e-cigarettes, while other jurisdictions including Canada and the United States are b...

Dec102020 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Jewelry making birthday party for teen girls

Lifestyle

With the rise in popularity of jewelry making, a hand crafted jewelry birthday party is a sure fire hit for teen girls. Jewelry making birthday parties can take place at home or at a local craft store or bead store. Teens will enjoy hand making necklaces, earrings, key chains and other jewelry projects. Bead Store Jewelry Making Birthday Party Local bead shops usually offer birthday packages priced according to the number of guests and the beaded necklaces or earrings projects that teen girls will create. Party planners should call a bead store several weeks ahead of time if possible to ask about pricing and reserve a party time and table space. The birthday girl or party planner may want to visit a bead store before booking a party to preview the party space as well as sample cr...

Dec52020 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Secrets for ageless skincare

Health

Some of our everyday habits cause our skin to age greater than they actually should. Unfortunately, they are not always habits we can set aside or completely make up for the damage that has been done to our skin in the past. But there is always hope! Finding the secrets for ageless skincare can help with our skin’s appearance here and now. There are many things that cause our skin to age: smoking, previous sun exposure, poor diet, poor skincare, and lack of sleep. By dumping these bad habits alone will help improve the texture and complexion of the skin. But what if it’s too late? What if we have been participating in these bad habits for years? First off, remember, it’s never too late! Walk away from these things now and begin to benefit from a cleaner, healthier lifestyle. Most...

Dec22020 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Learn using keywords in your resume

Career

Keywords are specific words or phrases used to describe an applicant’s skills or experience. They are often specific buzzwords that are used in a particular industry. For example, someone looking for a job in a writing field might use specific words like “copywriter” or “business writer.” A person looking for a management position might use words like “change management,” or “organizational leadership.” Why Should Applicants Use Keywords In a Resume? A resume is a marketing tool and is used to convince the recruiter or hiring manager that the applicant is a good bet and should be brought in for an interview. Considering that many recruiters spend 10 seconds or less reviewing resumes, that marketing message has to be powerful and quick. Keywords put an applicant’s skills into focu...

Nov272020 by Paul LinusNo Comments

Business etiquette for phone and internet use in China

Business

Historically, the Chinese connected to each other through personal face-to-face networking, guanxi (relationships), and payments to those who arranged meetings. Today, technology is changing how people connect with each other. According to Internet World Stats, in mid-2010 China has nearly 350 million broadband Internet connections with more than 385 million users, far more than any other country in the world. Information in this article has been gleaned from the lives of several dozen expats and hundreds of students living in mid-sized cities in Henan. This province is in the center of China, heavily populated, with many highly industrialized cities. Pollution is a major problem. Economic and population growth are expanding exponentially. Cell Phones Allow Everyone to Stay Conne...

Nov262020 by Paul LinusNo Comments

What to expect working at a start-up

Business

In this struggling economy where one may be forced to accept a position with any size business, understanding the differences inherent in working at a start-up, small, or large company sets expectations and diminishes frustration. Size does matter. Start-up Companies Working for a start-up company is sexy and exciting, filled with endless possibilities. The path is new and uncluttered with corporate politics and muddied company history. For the newcomer, it’s a blank page waiting to be filled. Because it is unchartered territory, it’s also pretty scary. There are many questions to consider prior to signing on with a newly formed or young company. Before taking the great leap, it would be wise to consider a few of the following topics. Risk tolerance Risk tolerance is genera...