Succession planning is an essential strategy that identifies and nurtures potential leaders within an organization. It guarantees that when key positions become vacant, there’s a pool of capable individuals ready to step in. This process not only protects institutional knowledge but additionally aligns leadership skills with the company’s future goals. Comprehending how to implement effective

Brandon, MB, 2nd January 2026, ZEX PR WIRE, QuickBooks and Peachtree, now known as Sage 50, are two of the most recognized accounting software solutions for small and medium-sized businesses. Both offer robust features for managing finances, but QuickBooks consistently stands out as the preferred choice for most businesses due to its ease of use, flexibility

This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK). Dawn breaks over Sydney’s seafood market and the clouds spill like fish scales across the vivid apricot sky. The flat-roofed, two-storey building beneath them — the largest fish market in the Southern Hemisphere — is already full of life despite the early hour, with workers busy

An employee handbook serves as an important resource for any organization, outlining key components that shape workplace culture. It includes a company overview, employment policies, and a code of conduct, among other critical elements. Comprehending these components guarantees both employee engagement and compliance with company standards. As you explore these fundamental elements, you’ll find that

Published: Jan 2, 2026 by Mike Brown In Small Business News A growing share of your customers already relies on AI to shop—and Visa says the next step is AI completing the purchase, not just suggesting what to buy. In a Dec. 18 announcement, Visa reported “hundreds of secure, agent-initiated transactions” completed with partners, positioning

Regulation Home » Regulation » Senator Lummis urges Congress to pass crypto market legislation Powered by Gloria | Edited by Vivian Nguyen Jan. 2, 2026 Bipartisan efforts focus on clear jurisdiction and protection for digital innovation retention in the US market. Photo: Bitcoin Magazine Key Takeaways Senator Lummis is urging Congress to pass legislation for

ICE is putting worksite enforcement on the front-burner amid viral uproar over fraud allegations at government-funded child care centers in Minnesota.Why it matters: Throughout 2025, the administration downplayed the potential for broad worksite raids and labor enforcement. It received public pushback in instances when it did happen and the administration apologized after a major raid

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When Sergey Antonovich rediscovered a childhood passion for music, he found an unexpected application for his skills as an embedded systems engineer: building bespoke digital accordions. Antonovich admits the accordion isn’t the coolest instrument. It was chosen for him by his mother when he was 8, and he quickly lost interest as a teenager. While

Physical activity continues to affect the body even after the movement itself has ended. A new study published in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences reports that being physically active increases the total amount of energy a person uses each day. The research, led by scientists at Virginia Tech working with colleagues from