Marty Huggins

Administrator and Chief Editor for TLB. Loves to talk. Super freak about publishing. Loves watching obscure movies, good cook and overall gentle fellow. Reach him if you want to write an article for TLB. Email him on marty@thelocalbrand.com

What Is Dangerous Goods Training And Why Is It Useful?

The definition of dangerous goods varies slightly from one country to the next. In the USA and Australia dangerous good are defined as chemicals, manufactured products, mixtures, articles and substances that pose a risk to the lives of animals, the environment and that of people. If these goods are not handled correctly they can cause…

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workers safety

Then And Now: A Look At Worker’s Safety

If you completed any sort of United States history class in high school, I’m sure you’ve heard of the Triangle Shirtwaist Factory fire, a tragedy that killed 146 young, mostly immigrant women and girls. The public outrage over the tragedy sparked the Progressive Era and ushered in muckraking journalism that exposed the corporate greed and…

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Investing in green economy

Why Should You Invest In Green In 2014

Global transitioning to a green economy is evolving surely and steadily, and there are substantial benefits to embracing renewable energy resources in 2014. Experts agree that sustainable development is the wave of the future as the global shift towards reducing our carbon footprint continues. Contemporary investments seek to capitalise on trends in this arena with…

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Construction site safety equipment

Construction Site Safety Requirement: A Detailed Guide

Most of the commercial constructions are big projects and such construction site is a potentially dangerous environment; health and safety standards have to be observed strictly and maintained at all times. Each project should have a safety management system in place that outlines the policies, processes, instruction, and documentation that will serve to establish the…

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Nest Thermostat

Is Nest The Best? (Comparing Some Of The Smart Thermostats In The Market)

As homeowners are becoming increasing energy conscious, many are turning to using smart thermostats to help heat and cool their home more efficiently. While the Nest is probably the best known out of all the smart thermostats currently on the market, several of the others now available are proving to be formidable competitors to the…

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[Infographic] Do You Really Have Time To Waste At Your Workplace?

Most organizations work out ways to improve productivity through activities. While it is not possible to always keep the employees engaged, most organizations ban social media and other websites that are not relevant to the work. These efforts are temporarily effective as soon the people find out new ways to waste time. We think that…

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[Infographic] 5 Ways To Keep Your Credit Reports Clean

Good credit is essential to prosper financially, and in this day and age, your credit is a huge indicator of worthiness to most financial institutions ( banks and lenders etc..). Great credit is a critical component to getting a home loan, car/vehicle loan, revolving credit cards, student loans, leasing an apartment or home, and even…

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Entrepreneurs and cleaning business

Want To Become A Great Entrepreneur? You Need To Identify Opportunities

Do you think that you have the potential to become a truly great entrepreneur? You may feel that you’re just waiting for that moment of inspiration, allowing you to unleash an invention that will stun the world. That’s certainly a wonderful way of thinking, but it’s worth noting that many who are successful in the…

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Tap to pay technology

3 Great Cloud Payment Options For Your Business

Payment is the backbone of any business. It’s important to make the process as easy as possible to ensure customers and clients have no excuse to procrastinate. When payment can be automated, money is in your business account more quickly, which helps keep the books balanced. The good news is, there are several great cloud-based…

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[Infographic] The Best and Worst States for Small Business

Infographic via Complete Web Resources, an Austin-based SEO consultancy and web design firm. There are a myriad of factors to consider when launching a small business, but many new business owners fail to consider the impact of their state’s business climate on their own business. Thankfully, this infographic breaks down the factors affecting small businesses,…

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