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Sep 17, 2013

Fall Fashion Essentials

It’s official! Summer is certainly pretty much over here in London. Below, we put together some transitional pieces to take you from these dog days of summer right into the outstretched arms of autumn. If you’re ready to start stocking up on A/W essentials, add these pieces to your list Black & White Black and white is a huge trend, so mixing them is a must-do. Slouchy pants They are a great substitute for masculine trousers, less baggy and very A silky blouse is our office go-to. The button-up A silky blouse Is our office go-to. Can ...

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Sep 17, 2013

Eco – Friendly Tips for Events

These days, everyone is concerned about the impact we are having on the environment and wants to do their bit to help. Below are some real ways on how to host an environmentally friendly event that will benefit both you and the world. Make a clear list of the largest energy consuming aspects Lighting, heat, air travel, ground transportation, materials productions, etc. Ask the question: how can I reduce the energy needs for this event? Larger events will need the assistance of a professional evaluator. Engage your community Ask them how your organization could reduce energy. Environmental policy ...

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Sep 16, 2013

The iPhone 5s and 5c

Apple has now announced both the iPhone 5S and 5C officially. iPhone5C – The affordable version Specs: Expect something very similar to the iPhone 5 (dual-core CPU, tri-core GPU, 8-megapixel camera) It has a larger battery and better front-camera than the iPhone 5, with a plastic back expected to come in up to six shades, including white, blue, green, red, and yellow. SIM-free price will be £469 for the 16GB model and £549 for the 32GB model. iPhone 5s – It’s not cheap It is more expensive at a SIM-free price of £549 (US$649), £629 (US$749) and £709 (US$849) for the 16GB, 32GB and ...

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Sep 16, 2013

Travel Plans Start on Mobile Devices

According to a new report from Greenlight Digital, Over a half a million (522,115), or 21%, of those online searches for hotels were made by UK consumers using a mobile device. More than half (59% / 307,786) of mobile searches for hotels were for accommodation in UK destinations with the capital city London (13%) and York (3%) garnering the most queries. Travellers are increasingly using search, social media and apps to shop for, and book, their hotel travel. More stats: • laterooms.com was the most visible website for hotel-related searches on laptops/desktops, achieving a 46% share of ...

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Sep 15, 2013

How to Get The Best Hotel Rooms

Whether travelling for business or pleasure, picking the right accommodation is very essential for a much relaxing and productive stay. After all, your hotel room is where you spend your “down time” during your trip. But how do you ensure a much better stay inside your room? Look online before booking You should also visit the hotel’s Web site before you go. Often there will be photo galleries or even floor plans that will give you an idea of what the rooms look like and which ones might suit you best. What’s the key to getting a good ...

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Sep 14, 2013

Top 7 Apps for Dining Out

Looking for the best spot to eat a particular dish? There are loads of brilliant apps to help make the dining out experience that much better – from apps that recommend restaurants to those that let you book tables. Here are our top 7 apps that we wouldn’t think about leaving home without. Urbanspoon Is a great restaurant app to have on hand when visiting a new city. It uses GPS to find nearby restaurants. You can browse a full list of restaurants by cuisine and price range, or shake your iPhone for a random restaurant idea. Once ...

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Sep 14, 2013

Business Lunch and Dinner Etiquette

Restaurant conversation Come prepared to the business meal in the same way as a job interview. The primary objective is to participate in a fruitful conversation; eating is secondary. It’s also a good idea to have more casual topics to talk about. Don’t be lured into a debate, so stay away from topics such as politics and religion. Talking about activities or hobbies such as gardening and fishing are better ice-breakers. Select the right type of restaurant for the meeting A quieter atmosphere, in most cases, is more conducive to business than a loud, deli type environment. Specify where you ...

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Sep 14, 2013

Office Storage Cabinets

For an office to look professionally managed it is important that it must appear clean and organized. Papers and files strewn all over the place can create a disorganized look and poor impression on visitors. Office storage cabinets help you keep your office clean and give the impression of a smooth, well-managed place. Office Storage Cabinets are solid units that are capable of storing large amounts of important information. Under lock and key, these devices become a trusted companion amongst office furniture. Vertical office storage This is the preferred way of storing files, as they can be easily accessed at ...

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How to Pick The Right Bar For a Business Meeting

You can’t connect with clients by bringing them to a bland room with nothing but a desk, laptop and a couple of worn out chairs, so why keep it that way? Come up with new ideas, solve the difficult problems, get to know new people and share your passion in . When it comes to deciding which office you meet at, you should answer “neither.” Encourage yourself and the clients you meet by going somewhere fun and memorable! Hotel bars Hotel bars are pretty active when it comes to business. If you’re going to a meeting for a quick exchange ...

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Aug 16, 2013

Common Business Travel Problems and Solutions

So what’s the worst that could happen on a business trip? Let our statistics be your guide. Cancelled or Delayed Flights Have a private jet ready? Otherwise, spend your time waiting for the next flight wisely. Start making phone calls to your company, the people you’re flying to meet, and to your travel agent to figure out a new schedule. Get booked on the next flight out and try to reschedule important meetings if you’ll be late. If it’s an option time-wise, try another form of transportation: cars, trains, buses, etc. Always try to fly out the day before ...

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