The Benefits and Drawbacks of a Four-Day Workweek

The Benefits and Drawbacks of a Four-Day WorkweekThe Benefits and Drawbacks of a Four-Day WorkweekEverybody loves a three-day weekend, but would you if you had one every week? A four-day workweek sounds like a fabulous idea, but its not for everyone. Here are several factors to think about before switching to a four-day workweek. Four-Day Workweek The standard full-time workweek for Americans is eight hours per day, five days a week. When you switch to a four-day workweek, you still work 40 hours, but you work 10 hours per day. You do not have to have everyone on the staff work a four-day week you can decide based on employee wants and geschftsleben needs. The extra day off doesnt have to be on a Monday or Friday so that the employee gets a three-day weekend. You can designate any day of the week based on the business needs and the employees preference. Pay for a Four-Day Workweek If an employee is salaried exempt and is not eligible for overtime pay, then there is no pay pro blem associated with a shortened workweek. The employee receives the same amount of pay every week, regardless of the number of hours worked or the number of days worked. If an employee is non-exempt (whether salaried or hourly), the employee is eligible for overtime pay. In most of the United States, an employee is eligible for overtime if she works more than 40 hours in a single week. The paycheck for an employee who works five eight hour days would be identical to the paycheck for an employee who works four ten-hour days. However, in California and a few other locations, an employee receives overtime pay after working more than eight hours in a single day. So, a California non-exempt employee on a four-day workweek would receive 32 hours of straight pay and eight hours of overtime every week. Vacation for a Four-Day Workweek A lot of businesses talk about vacation based on hours or days. If everyone in the office works a four-day workweek, the day references are fine, but be careful if you have some people working a traditional workweek and some working an alternate schedule. Instead of stating that employees receive ten days of vacation, use the language 80 hours. That way, its clear that a person working four 10hour days gets two weeks of vacation, just like an employee on a flexible schedule. Otherwise, your employee could claim shes owed 100 hours of vacation. Generally, laws allow business to develop their vacation plans, but those businesses are bound by their handbooks, so make sure that your vacation plan states exactly what time off you want to provide for your employees. Advantages of the Four-Day Workweek The employee side can be pretty clear having another day with no work and no commute can free up personal time in a big way. But the employee isnt the only one who could benefit from a shortened workweek. Several studies show various benefits such as reduced stress, increased productivity, and happier more engaged employees. Giving up an extra day off work per week can be a pretty big hurdle to your good employees moving to a new company. Disadvantages of the Four-Day Workweek First, the four-day workweek doesnt work for every business and certainly not for every employee. If your customers expect people to be available five days a week, then an employee who is unavailable every Friday could cause problems. A four-day workweek can also make child care more difficult. Many daycare and after-school care programs function around the idea that a parent works on an 8 am to 5 pm type schedule. They dont open at 6 am or stay open until 8 pm to accommodate a parents unusual schedule. People may feel refreshed by having an extra day off of work each week but they may also experience a drop in productivity after so many hours at work in a single day. In the case of an exempt employee who has an alternate schedule while others work the traditional Monday-Friday schedule, that person may feel pressure to call into meetings or respond to messages on her day off. This is not fair but you need to assess whether the alternative schedule is adversely affecting the employees team. Keep in mind that you must pay a nonexempt employee for any additional time she puts into work outside of the four-day workweek. Should You Implement a Four-Day Workweek? The answer really depends on your business needs and your employees wants. If you have an employee ask about working a four-day week, it makes sense to look and see if it would work for this person in this position. Perhaps try a temporary run for a few months to see how it works out for you. Flexibility is a benefit that many employees look for from an employer, and having this as an option makes you more desirable to many job seekers. But before you change your company schedule, make sure this will make your business more productive and your employees happier. Otherwise, a four-day workweek is not worth the change. - Suzanne Lucas is a freelance journalist specializing in Human Resources. Suzannes work has been featured in notable publications including Forbes, CBS, Business Insider, and Yahoo.

The Best Part-Time Jobs To Get This Summer

The Best Part-Time Jobs To Get This SummerThe Best Part-Time Jobs To Get This SummerSummer is a great time of year to grab a part-time job. Especially if youre on vacation from school or looking to supplement your income. With that in mind here are some part-time jobs you can find on Simply Hired.1. Rideshare DriverRidesharing is in vogue these days. So much so that most rideshare companies are also actively hiring. If you love to cruise around your town and dont mind giving a ride to a stranger, a job with Lyft, Uber or Sidecar might be right for you.Salary at Lyft up to $35 per hour* according to Lyfts websiteLyft jobsUber jobsSidecar jobs2. Yoga InstructorThe bar to getting into working as a joga instructor might seem high. But its not as difficult as it seems. Check out local yoga studios if youre interested in becoming an instructor most studios offer training courses. The average salary for an instructor is solid, and you can consider offering private lessons to make even mora money per hour.Average salary $35,000Yoga instructor jobs3. TutorWhether its English, math, history or a second language, tutors are in demand and make good money. Its a big bonus if you can tutor the SAT. Tutoring is a great opportunity whether youre looking to tutor at the high school, college or training level.Average salary$42,000Tutor jobs4. Freelance writerWith the rise of content marketing in the last decade, writers are more in-demand than ever. If youre a writer and dont mind working on a deadline, you should consider starting a freelance writing career. Youll get to make your own hours and most likely get to work from home as well.Average salary$53,000Freelance writer jobs5. Bus and shuttle driverAs shuttling to offices becomes a more commonplace way to get cars off the highways, the demand for bus and shuttle drivers will continue to increase. Of the various jobs discussed here, bus drivers have the most additional training required. So before you apply, determine what li cense is required to operate the vehicle.Average salary $37,000Bus driver jobs6. BartenderThis can be a really fun job. How much it pays is determined by where you live. But bartenders are always in demand, especially if you live in a college town. The required training isnt too extensiveeither.Average salary$41,000Bartender jobs7. Bank tellerIf you can handle the responsibility of taking care of a banks money, then this is a great job. Plus, it pays well, and its always in demand.Average salary$33,000Bank teller jobs8. Dog walkerWhile walking dogs around the park may sound like fun, this job isnt for everyone. If youre not paying attention a dog can get away, pull you to the ground or both. But if youre a dog lover and know how to handle animals then this can be a fun and rewarding job.Average salary $39,000Dog walker jobs9. BabysitterIt may sound like a simple high school job that you do on a random Saturday. But theres a big demand for reliable, responsible babysitters. If you ha ve younger siblings or have experience working with children, consider a babysitting job. Its flexible, and it pays well.Average salary$23,000Babysitting jobsBonus10. Airbnb HostWhile it isnt exactly a part-time job, if youre looking for some extra cash, then consider registering as an Airbnb host. Its easy to do and only requires some cleaning and handing over the keys. If you have a space to sleep that you can spare, seriously consider Airbnb as an income supplement.

ASMEs Nominees for the New Faces of Engineering Selected

ASMEs Nominees for the New Faces of Engineering Selected ASMEs Nominees for the New Faces of Engineering Selected ASMEs Nominees for the New Faces of Engineering SelectedSix ASME members and student members have been selected as finalists in this years DiscoverE New Faces of Engineering program, which annually highlights the important contributions early career engineers and engineering students are making to the profession and to society.Society members Eduardo Barrientos, PhD, Jessica Isaacs, PhD, and Chelsey Simmons, PhD, were selected as ASMEs nominees in the New Faces of Engineering-Professional category, which recognizes the accomplishments of practicing engineers up to the age of 30. ASME student members Drew Haxton, Courtney Hesse and Angadbir Sabzu sichwal, were selected as the Societys nominees in the New Faces-College Edition program, which recognizes the achievements of third-, fourth- and fifth-year engineering students.The finalists from ASME and the other societies par ticipating in the 2015 DiscoverE New Faces of Engineering program were announced Feb. 19 during a webinar that was held in conjunction with Engineers Week. The official winners in each category will be announced April 2.Eduardo BarrientosNew Faces-Professional finalist Eduardo Barrientos is a senior researcher for the Vehicle Center of Sustainability Mobility at the Czech Technical University in Prague. Dr. Barrientos, who is originally from Venezuela, is an expert in the areas of kreuzung vehicle technologies and the impact of alternative fuels on emissions and the environment. His volunteer activities have focused on conveying the importance of sustainability to his students, as well as promoting diversity and inclusion in STEM. The former chair of his student section at the Universidad Simon Bolivar of Venezuela, Barrientos currently holds a number of Society posts, including vice president of the Affinity Communities Operating Board, member of the ASME Energy Conversion and Stor age Segment Leadership Team, and a member of the ASME Diversity and Inclusion Strategy Committee. Barrientos, the recipient of the prestigious ASME Charles T. Main and Old Guard Early Career Awards, received a bachelors degree in mechanical engineering from the Universidad Simon Bolivar of Venezuela, and both a masters degree and a PhD in mechanical engineering from Pennsylvania State University.Jessica IsaacsASMEs second professional nominee, Jessica Isaacs, PhD, is a visiting assistant professor at Widener University in West Chester, Pa. After receiving a bachelor/s degree in mechanical engineering from Widener University, Dr. Isaacs continued her education at Drexel University, where she studied spine biomechanics and a received master/s degree and a doctorate in mechanical engineering and mechanics. She then received a post-doctoral grant from the Fulbright Scholar Program, which provided her with the opportunity to travel to Tel Aviv University for a year to conduct research on progressive disease pathologies in the intervertebral disc and vertebral bodies leading to lower back pain, and assist in the development and characterization of a fiber-reinforced biocomposite ordnungsprinzip for medical applications. Isaacs, who recently published a paper in ASME/s Journal of Biomechanical Engineering, earned a bachelors degree in mechanical engineering from Widener University, and both a masters and a doctorate in mechanical engineering from Drexel University.Chelsey SimmonsChelsey Simmons, PhD, the Societys third finalist for the 2015 New Faces-Professional program, is an assistant professor at the University of Florida, where she is dedicated to developing the next generation of biomedical tools and training the next generation of engineers. In addition to teaching and advising students, Dr. Simmons leads a team of 10 undergraduate and graduate students in interdisciplinary research and has given presentations throughout world on designing dynamic cell culture systems to improve the way biomedical research is performed. Simmons designed a stretchable, programmable dish that mimicked a beating heart, enabling more accurate cell biology and drug screening studies. Based on this patent, she co-founded a company to develop the innovation, which was named the CytoStim Flexor. She earned a bachelors degree in engineering science from Harvard University, and both a masters degree and a PhD in mechanical engineering from Stanford University.Drew HaxtonASMEs three finalists for the 2015 New Faces-College Edition were also announced during the Feb. 19 webinar. One of the nominees, Drew Haxton, is in his third year at Daniel Webster College in Nashua, N.H. Haxton, who is majoring in mechanical engineering major and minoring in aeronautical engineering, is active in his schools ASME and American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics student chapter activities, which he finds have greatly enhanced his college experience. The ASME Human Powered Ve hicle Challenge, for instance, allows him to apply what he learned in class to a physical project, he said. A volunteer tutor for both grade school and university students, Haxton is also actively involved in Introduce a Girl to Engineering Day, an activity he believes is important because it helps reverse the stereotype that girls lack an aptitude for math and science. I want to live in a world where that stereotype no longer exists, he said in his application.Courtney HesseASMEs second New Faces-College Edition nominee, Courtney Hesse, is an ASME student member in her third year at Rice University, majoring in mechanical engineering with a minor in business. In her application, Hesse explained that she enjoys studying mechanical engineering because of the huge variety of challenges that can be addressed by mechanical engineers. I have always been interested in tackling diverse and unique issues and our world will always need engineers to solve problems, such as meeting the energy and food demands of the worlds increasing population. Hesse, an active member of her schools ASME and Society of Women Engineers student sections, interned with the universitys Oshman Engineering Design Kitchen following her freshman year, and worked with a defense contractor after her sophomore year.Angadbir Singh SabherwalAngadbir Singh Sabherwal, a third-year student at Iowa State University, is the Societys third finalist for the 2015 New Faces-College Edition program. Sabherwal, who hails from Chandigarh, India, is pursuing a bachelors in mechanical engineering with a minor in international studies. While studying at Iowa State, he has served as a teaching assistant a research assistant with a focus on biomedical engineering, as well as a resident assistant, which he said gave him the opportunity to mentor students and organize a number of volunteer initiatives. Sabherwal also served as an ambassador for the universitys Minds of Tomorrow program, which provided grants to K-12 s chools to enhance their science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) programs.To view profiles of the New Faces of Engineering finalists from each participating organization, visit http//discovere.org/our-programs/awards-and-recognition.

New Years Career Resolutions Are Stupid. Theres a Better Way

New Years Career Resolutions Are Stupid. Theres a Better WayNew Years Career Resolutions Are Stupid. Theres a Better WayYear after year, January 1st comes with a bunch of irresistible, lofty ideas. Dropping several pounds, getting some exercise, spending more time with yur family. Does that sound like you?So far so good. But lets fast-forward to February. Science says it takes over two months to break an old habit, let alone master something new, but you gave up even before that could take distributions-mix. So youre back where youd started - except for an extra load of disappointment and an awkward sense of failure.This pattern may have you thinking youre simply one lazy, unmotivated individual unable to live up to your own intentions. But nothing could be farther from the truth. You just belong to90% of Americans that make New Years resolutions but are unable to follow through.The dawn of the New Year is when things start to get emotional and you tend to revisit everything that ma kes you upset. Speaking of your career, there are many things you may feel tempted to do. However, making career-related New Years resolutions is a tricky business that can backfire in ways that we dont even realise. Many people commit to them expecting a career boost. But often the opposite is often the case - they may lead us down the wrong path and end up as a bittersweet spot on ones career trajectory.Lets now explore the most frequent turn-of-the-year scenarios and dispel any doubts that New Years resolutions are relics of the past.New year, new career? Hold on for a bit.Calling your boss up on New Years Eve and leaving an abusive voicemail about where they can stick their job is one of the worst New Years resolutions you can ever make. Youre led solely by negative emotions, leaving sound judgement out of the game. Whichever method you choose to say goodbye to your employer, quitting your job over the festive period is definitely not a good idea. Especially if you dont have a new job to go to in January. Its a real challenge because youve spent a lot on Christmas presents and your bank account is probably looking rather empty. Also, theres going to be thousands of people looking to change jobs after the Christmas period, which means the competition for virtually any location is going to be tougher than ever.Even if youre really frustrated about your current job, dont throw away everything youve got. It takes time to figure out whats best for you and avoid constant job hopping at the same time. Avoid replacing informed decisions by impulsive behavior. Explore new career paths in a systematic manner, weighing the pros and cons of each.Are you sure you deserve a promotion?Dont get me wrong. Striving to get promoted is a positive thing. But turning it into a career resolution wont get you anywhere.Why? If you get one, it might be just a coincidence. And if you dont, you might binnensee yourself- once again - as a failure. Heres what to do instead. In the r eal world, changes happen in small steps over time. Set attainable goals that will help you advance your career and get more recognition in a natural way. Take on more responsibility, network with other industry professionals and get some specialised training. By building up your arsenal of skills and experience, youll become a better candidate for that promotion.This may sound boring, but just keep doing what youre doing and be proud of your work. Youre right on track to get promoted - in due time. Just wait for it.My best tips for keeping your New Years resolutions Dont keep any, let them go. Time is not like a pizza that can be sectioned off into pieces its the whole uncut pie.Dan Hensley via QuoraMore money or else you quit?Maybe you think the New Year is a good reason for a better salary. But chances are your employer doesnt. So why risk staining your relationship when you can do better?When it comes to salary negotiations, timing is everything. It can influence whether youll be rewarded or not. Salaries usually change only once a year and the negotiations need to take place before that happens.If you feel you need a pay rise, get ready to talk to your boss first. Youll need to back up the claim why you want more money for what you do.Generally, there are only two situations when its safe to ask for an instant paycheck bump. You must either be an outstanding performer or work in a highly competitive industry like finance or tech that are particularly raise-friendly.Specific goals can make us miss the bigger picture.Heres the storyBack in the 1960s, Ford Motor Company noticed that small and affordable vehicles were beginning to boom in popularity.Naturally, they wanted to capitalise on the trend, which made the companys CEO come up with a daring resolution. By 1970, Ford would manufacture a car that must weigh less than 2,000 pounds and costs less 2,000 dollars.Fords engineers and designers were sweating their brains out to meet this goal and by 1970 they rushed to the market with the companys latest innovation - Ford Pinto.The promise was kept, of course, both the weight and the price were low enough. There was just one tiny problem. Ford Pinto could ignite upon impact.As a result, over 50 people died in Ford Pinto fires. And a few years later the vehicle become the largest product recall in history.Why did this have to happen? The companys goal was too narrow to be able to take other aspects into account. Failing to take other critical issues like quality or safety into account, it overlooked a serious design flaw related to the position of the fuel tank.Fords management focused on a goal that was too specific, blinding themselves to the bigger picture. And their reputation suffered long after the scandal was over.Be S.M.A.R.T. - or maybe not.Most career blogs will tell you that any goal should be S.M.A.R.T. - specific, measurable, attainable, relevant and time-bound. Lets throw in a couple of examples that meet these criteriaI want to earn $8,000 a month by April.I want to shed 100 pounds by December.I want to become the CFO of this company by August.I want to make a car under 2,000 pounds and under $2,000 by 1970Now, Fords resolution that I want to make a car under 2,000 pounds and under $2,000 by 1970 is a textbook S.M.A.R.T. goal example. But did reaching this goal result in success?Nope. The story of infamous Ford Pinto has become a cautionary tale instead. It includes a moral telling us that when we set specific goals, we narrow our attention and risk overlooking something important.Goals focus attention. This intense focus can blind people to important issues that appear unrelated to their goal. Goals Gone Wild, a Harvard research paperSo is there a good New Years resolution at all?Most resolutions fail at making our lives better because they are egocentric.We have this bizarre ability to become temporarily obsessed with our bodies, reputations and salaries, leaving our long-term goals aside. But w hen we focus on ourselves, we often - inadvertently - subvert or destroy the very things that can improve our health and happiness.Surprisingly, the best New Years resolutions include throwing away our self-improvement lists and focusing on accomplishing things at work or school, with friends and family, and in our local communities.New Years resolutions that emerge from conscientious involvement with causes beyond yourself often work magic in creating a more fulfilling and healthy life.So focus not on calories or cardio workouts but on contribution and community and next year you may not feel like making any new years resolutions at all.The reason most people fail their New Years resolutions is because of their perception of time. The pressure that comes with a time-frame, the pressure that comes with the expectations from others by announcing your goals to the world.Dan Hensley via QuoraDont be a slave of the calendar.Time knows no limitations. And neither does your personal gro wth and development. Throw away the mistaken idea that a magical clean slate is only available first few days of every year. Banish the idea that the start of a new year must suffer the weight of majestic resolutions. January 1st is not unlike any other day in the year. Big things can happen on March 28th the same way they can on September 14th.Years, months and days are just part of a man-made system of marking time. You should feel empowered to change things anytime be it spring, summer, fall or winter. The drive and determination come to those who want, not to those who wait.Cheers to a hassle-free 2019Ditch all your New Years resolutions. Stop putting yourself under pressure. Theres nothing more artificial than letting a date in a calendar tell you what to do and when to do it. Take a deep breath and relax. Real change takes time, effort and patience. Show respect the feebleness of self-control instead and spread your resolutions out over the entire year. Look at your life from distance and reflect on whats natural and possible at the same time. And change your career - and life - for better, one step at a time.Share Your Feedback or Ideas in the Comments

Free Resume Samples Options

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What the Pros Are Saying About The First Step in the Job-search Process Is Writing Your Rsum. and What This Means For You

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3 simple but highly effective tips to train your brain to be smarter

3 simple but highly effective tips to train your brain to be smarter3 simple but highly effective tips to train your brain to be smarterYou likely go to the gym to work your muscles, hike for endurance, and do yoga for flexibility- but how often does your brain get a workout?If you dont take care to exercise your brain regularly, it can wither, just like unworked muscles.Follow Ladders on FlipboardFollow Ladders magazines on Flipboard covering Happiness, Productivity, Job Satisfaction, Neuroscience, and moraThe human brain is made up of nerve cells called neurons, connected by synapses, which transport information from one neuron to the other. Just like other muscles and organs, the brain changes with age- synapses fire more slowly, some cells die off, and the overall mass of the organ shrinks.But studies have shown that any exercising of the brain may elend only stave off brain degeneration but can also reverse memory loss and improve mental agility.Here are some simple tips and tri cks that can make your brain faster, sharper and smarter1. Try using mental modelsMany of the most successful self-made billionaire entrepreneurs- Ray Dalio,Elon Musk, andCharlie Munger- all swear by mental models.A mental model is a concept, framework, or worldview that you carry around in your mind to help you interpret the world and understand the relationship between things. For example, supply and demand is a mental model that helps you understand the economy.Entropyis a mental model that makes sense of disorder and decay. And game theory is a mental model that helps you understand how relationships and trust work.The brain needs a variety of mental models to piece together a complete picture of the world. The more sources you have to draw upon, the clearer your thinking becomes. The best thinkers avoid looking at life through the lens of one subject or strategy.Here are some useful mental models you can use to improve brain functionCircle of competence.This mental model was de veloped by Warren Buffett and Charlie Munger to describe limiting your financial investments in areas where you may have limited understanding or experience. More broadly, it recommends recognizing the limits of your knowledge to develop an edge over others. When ego drives your undertakings, you wind up with cognitive blind spots. But understanding your circle of competence improves decision-making and outcomes.Occams razor.Attributed to the medieval philosopher William of Occam, this mental model holds that simple explanations are more likely to be true than complicated ones. Instead of wasting your time trying to disprove complex scenarios, you can make decisions more confidently by basing them on the explanation that has the fewest moving parts.Inversion.Most of us tend to think one way about a problem forward. Inversion allows us to flip the problem around and think backward. Sometimes its good to start at the beginning, but it can be more useful to start at the end. Developed by the ancient Stoic philosophers, inversion is a powerful tool to improve your thinking because it helps you identify and remove obstacles to success.Hanlons razor.Named for Robert J. Hanlon, this philosophical razor suggests not attributing to malice that which is more easily explained by stupidity. By not generally assuming that bad results are the fault of a bad actor, you look for options instead of missing opportunities. This model reiterates that people make mistakes and forces you to ask yourself is another reasonable explanation?unterstellung are just a few ofthousandsof useful mental models. The quality of our thinking is directly proportional to the number of models in our heads. The more models we have, the more likely we are to keep our brains sharp.2. Play gamesThe brain can be lazy. Once it realizes it has mastered something, it stops trying.But there are steps you can take to increase the range of mental motion by activating different parts of the brain. The trick is to constantly push your limits. Brainteasers and other problem-solving games are useful here. Here are some optionsSodoku.To complete a Sudoku puzzle you have to look ahead and follow trails of consequences- if you put a six in this box, that one must be an eight and this one a four, etc. This planning helps improve short-term memory and concentration.Lumosity.Lumosity is one of the most-developedbrain training websites around. It provides fun brain training and mental fitness games, tests, and activities backed by science. Youll challenge your brain, and keep track of your results and improvement. In addition to the website, apps are available for iOS and Android, so you can train on the go.Crossword puzzles.Crosswords are a classic brain trainer, accessing not only verbal language but your memory from many dimensions of knowledge. Studies have shown thatcrossword puzzles may delay memory loss and preserve cognitive function.Peak. This free app provides more than 40 fun games to h elp you exercise your brain. Peak is designed to improve your memory, sharpen your problem-solving skills, and develop your mental agility. Each game has been developed by neuroscientists and the app offers in-depth insights to help you track your progress.You should also do mental math whenever possible. Instead of whipping out your calculator app, calculate the tip in your head or try to total up the amount for items purchased at the grocery store.Research shows that variation in our mental activity is the key to long-term success. By regularly putting your brain to work, you can improve memory and other types of cognitive function.3. Exercise, meditate, and dietRegular exercise, proper nutrition, and mindfulness meditation all increase blood flow to the brain, which helps to enhance cognitive reserves.In particular, research shows thatregular aerobic exercise boosts the size of the hippocampus, the brain area involved in verbal memory and learning. Other studies show that the par ts of the brain thatcontrol thinking and memoryare bigger in people who exercise than in people who dont.Diet is also an important component of brain health.AMediterranean-style dietrich in fish, whole grains, green leafy vegetables, olives, and nuts helps maintain brain health and may reduce the risk of Alzheimers disease. Fish like tuna, mackerel, and salmon are rich in fatty acids that have been shown to help neuron function. And dont forget to take your Omega 3- ansicht fatty acids play an important role in brain function and development.Finally, mindfulness meditation is great for keeping your brain sharp. A recent UCLAstudyfound that long-term meditators had better-preserved brains than non-meditators as they aged. Likewise, a Harvard studyfound that eight weeks of Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) was found to increase cortical thickness in the hippocampus, which governs learning and memory.Because nearly everything we do requires a sharp mind, these simple hacks are a no-brainer.This article first appeared on Minutes Magazine.You might also enjoyNew neuroscience reveals 4 rituals that will make you happyStrangers know your social class in the first seven words you say, study finds10 lessons from Benjamin Franklins daily schedule that will double your productivityThe worst mistakes you can make in an interview, according to 12 CEOs10 habits of mentally strong people

Incorporation Checklist - State Requirements

Incorporation Checklist - State RequirementsIncorporation Checklist - State RequirementsIncorporation ChecklistThis checklist is provided at no extra charge to you. While we believe the checklist was correct and accurate when created, laws do change over time and the various government departments may have changed their fees and other requirements. You should always confirm with the government Corporations department in your jurisdiction or qualified legal counsel to ensure that you have completed all the necessary steps to be able to properly incorporate your Corporation.State Requirement ChecklistNote In addition to the forms listed, you will also be required to file an annual or biannual report. Upon incorporation, you should receive an information package from your secretary of state if you do not, you should contact them to inquire about ongoing periodic filings.GeneralYou may wish to apply for a corporate name reservation prior to submitting your Articles of Incorporation to en sure that the application goes smoothly and that your Articles of Incorporation are not rejected because of a naming issue.Alabama Checklist Reservation of corporate name (contact the schreibstube of the Secretary of State) Articles of Incorporation Submit to a probate Judge in the county where the Corporations registered office is located. Original 2 Copies. The Probate Judge will collect the Secretary of State filing fee. Certificate of Name Reservation (sent by Secretary of State). File the Articles of Incorporation and the Certificate of Name Reservation in the county where the corporations registered office is located.

How to Handle Band Breakups

How to Handle Band BreakupsHow to Handle Band BreakupsBand breakups are kind of like divorces. Sometimes theyre amicable, but often theyre not. Like divorces, sometimes there are assets to be divided and making the wrong calls here can have long-lasting implications. Despite some short-term hard feelings, it is possible to manage a break up while protecting your rights and keeping your sanity intact. If you have a combo contract, it should have provisions that dictate how to deal with things like unused recordings, songwriting credits and more, so all you have to do is abide by it. But for those who dont have a contract specifying how things are to be handled, here are some tips. Make a List of the Issues How long your band welches together and how much work youve done will dictate how messy the break up might be.Some issues will be more contentious than others, and youll have a much easier time working through all of them if you clearly identify them and treat each one as a sepa rate subject whenever possible. Each bands situation will vary, but here are a few common concerns that arise. Songwriting Credits This one is really important if your group is earning royalties or if anyone in the group hopes to use some of the groups songs in future projects. In reality, this conversation is one of all bands should be having well before a break-up enters the equation. You might be surprised how differently you all view your own contributions and hammering these things out when things are tense is tough. If you have made agreements in the past when it comes to songwriting credits, stick to them. You might be angry now, but if you have agreed to share all the credit for the music equally in the past - even if only one of you actually did the work - take some deep breaths and honor the agreement. If you all share ownership of the songs, you should discuss what that means. Will you all have free reign to cover the songs in future projects? What happens if one of y ou joins a new band and suddenly has a hit on your hands with a song that was co-written with this band youre leaving now? In that case, the people who share songwriting credits are due to a royalty. It will get more complex if it becomes an issue sometime down the line and hasnt been addressed. Unreleased Recordings If you have unreleased recordings sitting around, what are you going to do with them? When youve invested a lot of money in recording, then obviously the idea of trying to recoup that money by selling the music is appealing. If you have signed a contract with a label that obligates you to deliver an album, then youre going to have to deliver the album or buy yourself out of the contract. How much that costs depend on how much the label has invested in your band and what they think they could have made from selling your record. If youre dealing with a small indie, you might be able to come to some sort of agreement.If youre dealing with a larger label that has lawyer s involved, then youll need to get a lawyer as well. If you dont have a deal, things are easier. If youre still friends and can work together to try and sell the record, great. Just make sure you discuss things like how youll divide the work, the expenses, and the profits. If you cant work together, then you might have to chalk it up to experience. If some members of the group have invested more financially into the project than others, the fair thing to do is try to reimburse them somehow. Dividing Co-Owned Property Many times, groups dont just invest in recording together, but they also sink their cash into gear for the group. If you chipped in for a drum kit, but you dont play the drums, dont fight for it. The drummer can pony up the cash to pay everyone back their share, or you can all sell the kit and split the cash. Group Finances In bands, you often find that some members are in a position to contribute financially more than others. Obviously, this is less of a probl em when things are going well, but can be a huge problem when things break down. Unless you have some agreement that states otherwise if youre the one who has been shelling out the cash, you cant make anyone pay you back. Of course, everyone should try to make this kind of stuff fair, but it doesnt always happen. Leftover Stock If youself-released your record, what happens to your stock when the group is no more? This one really depends on how acrimonious the split is. If you can maintain a professional relationship, then it is in everyones interest to continue to try and sell the stock. If you do so, then make sure you all are on the saatkorn page as to how it will work like who will shoulder the responsibility and how income and expenses will be handled. If you just cant do it, then the stock is a wash. Note the important thing here You all have to agree what will happen. You cant decide unilaterally to sell the stock over the objections of everyone else. Band Breakups More Issues and Karma Boosters The above list of issues is in no way exhaustive. Your specific circumstances will dictate the issues you have to handle. If you handle everything methodically and with a level head, and if you remember that you all used to be friends if the split is getting nasty, then you should be able to address everything you need to and keep your sanity at the same time. In the absence of a band contract, it all comes down to treating each other with respect, which is not always easy. Everyone has seen band breakups get really mean. But even though you might not have many legal obligations, sticking to these few rules are good karma. The music industry is surprisingly small. If you treat people badeanstaltly, word will get out, and youll pay for it someday. Save yourself the trouble and consider these band break-up niceties What happens in the band stays in the band. Dont go blabbing everyones secrets around town. Your bandmates likely have a few things on you that you dont want everyone to know, right? Exercise some discretion.Similarly, dont bad mouth people. Its bad form. Theres usually enough blame to go around, and it doesnt really fool anyone.If you owe people money, try to pay them back. At least acknowledge the debt and do your best to make it right.If some of you plan to continue to play together, dont use this bond to bully other band members when youre trying to come to an agreement on how to work out issues in the break-up. Dont withhold recordings, gear, money or anything else just because the balance of power happens to be in your favor for the moment. Get some perspective. As intense as these situations can be, if you take a step back, youll see that the future of civilization is not hinging on your actions. It will help you keep a level head. The Band Break-Up Bottom Line Band breakups can be incredibly stressful, but you can mitigate that by taking the right approach. Its a learning experience, and when things calm down, y oull realize youve come away with some good lessons that you can apply to your music career in the future.