7 Big (but easy) Ways Businesses can Reduce Employee Absenteeism

7 Big (but easy) Ways Businesses can Reduce Employee Absenteeism

An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure – especially for small businesses grappling with the high costs of worker absenteeism. Employee time lost to health issues costs American businesses $84 billion a year. For U.S. businesses, helping workers stay healthy costs far less than the financial impact of having them miss work…

Bridging the Gap

Bridging the Gap

By: Charlotte Jackson By working at a community college as well as serving as an advisor for two student groups on campus, I have been given an opportunity to help bridge not only the generational gap, but also racial and economic gaps. In doing so, I have found that at the end of the day,…

What You Don’t Know About Pain Can Hurt You – Five Things You Should Know

What You Don’t Know About Pain Can Hurt You – Five Things You Should Know

(BPT) – You may not like it, but when you feel pain, your body is trying to tell you something. In most cases, it’s to stop what you’re doing. (“Ouch, that stove is hot!”) That’s why some pain is necessary and can prevent us from seriously injuring ourselves. But, at times, pain also can be…

Just Love

Just Love

By: Charlotte Jackson At some point in 2013, I met a young man who I had seen on the campus of the community college where I work, yet had never taken the time to get to know. Late one afternoon as he walked down the hall, I looked up from my work and we made…

America’s Smartphone Obsession Extends to Mobile Banking

America’s Smartphone Obsession Extends to Mobile Banking

There’s no denying it — smartphones have become essential to daily life. From the smallest to the most complex of tasks, we’ve adopted a mobile-first mindset. For an increasing number of adults, this means their smartphone is never too far out of reach. In fact, if you’re like most Americans, your smartphone is your first…

The “ME” Space
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The “ME” Space

Interior Design became an interest and a skill of mine at a very early age. My father, with his ​Caribbean​ ​discipline, would make me stay in my room as a form of punishment, and from punishment grew a full blown talent.  As most children do, I used my imagination to create the perfect environment for ME….

www.houstonian.com

www.houstonian.com

The Houstonian reflects all that Houston is – strong, beautiful, friendly. The Houstonian offers an atmosphere designed to relax and pamper guests in a serene setting unlike any other in Houston. Local Houstonians and worldwide travelers alike flock to The Houstonian anticipating a rejuvenating and luxurious experience for each guest and Member. The welcoming sense…

iGoPink Partners with NYX Professional Makeup to Send Beauty Bags to Breast Cancer Patients

iGoPink Partners with NYX Professional Makeup to Send Beauty Bags to Breast Cancer Patients

GoPink/The Breast Cancer Charities of America is proud to announce that they have partnered with NYX Professional Makeup brand. NYX Professional Makeup has donated over 2,000 pieces of product to be distributed in beauty bags through iGoPink’s Feeling Beautiful Again program. “iGoPink/The Breast Cancer Charities is about changing the lives of those who have been…