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Anwar Y. Dunbar is a Regulatory Scientist. Being a naturally curious person, he is also a student of all things. He earned his Ph.D. in Pharmacology from the University of Michigan and his Bachelor’s Degree in General Biology from Johnson C. Smith University (JCSU). Prior to starting the Big Words Blog Site, Anwar published and contributed to numerous research articles in competitive scientific journals reporting on his research from graduate school and postdoctoral years. After falling in love with writing, he contributed to the now defunct Examiner.com, and the Edvocate where he regularly wrote about: Education-related stories/topics, Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM), Financial Literacy; as well as conducted interviews with notable individuals such as actor and author Hill Harper. Having many influences, one of his most notable heroes is author, intellectual and speaker, Malcolm Gladwell, author of books including Outliers and David and Goliath. Anwar has his hands in many, many activities. In addition to writing, Anwar actively mentors youth, works to spread awareness of STEM careers, serves on the Board of Directors of the Friends of the David M. Brown Arlington Planetarium, serves as Treasurer for the JCSU Washington, DC Alumni Chapter, and is active in the Dave Ramsey Financial Peace Ministry at the Alfred Street Baptist Church. He also tutors in the subjects of biology, chemistry and physics. Along with his multi-talented older brother Amahl Dunbar (designer of the Big Words logos, inventor and a plethora of other things), Anwar is a “Fanboy” and really enjoys Science-Fiction and Superhero movies including but not restricted to Captain America Civil War, Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice, and Prometheus. He is a proud native of Buffalo, NY.

The Benefits of Gentle Exercise

A key focus of my blog is Health/Wellness. Most people think of exercise in the vigorous context. Gentle exercise has a very, very important role to play as well and be very beneficial. The following contributed post is entitled, The Benefits of Gentle Exercise.

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We all know that exercise is a critical part of a healthy lifestyle, but you don’t have to spend hours at the gym or run for miles in order to get results. In fact, gentle exercise can be a great way to achieve your fitness goals and overhaul your physical and emotional well-being. To learn more, take a look at some of the benefits of gentle exercise:

Weight Loss

If you’re aiming to lose weight, it’s easy to assume that you’ll need to do intense workouts to shed the pounds. However, this isn’t necessarily true. Studies have shown that exercising at a gentler pace can be as effective when it comes to losing weight. In addition to this, participants also saw an improvement in their cholesterol levels and blood pressure readings, which highlights just how much gentle exercise can impact your health.

Reduced Risk of Injury

Intense workouts tend to be a heavier impact, which can increase the risk of injury. Running can place a significant amount of stress on your joints, for example, which could cause an injury or exacerbate an on-going issue. In contrast, gentle exercise, such as yoga or Pilates, allows you to reap the benefits of working out while reducing your risk of being injured.

Increased Sociability

Exercise doesn’t have to be a solo activity. In fact, exercising with other people can help you to stay motivated and keep you accountable. Of course, it’s much easier to engage with others when you’re having a leisurely round of golf or taking a brisk walk than it is if you’re taking part in a spinning class or lifting heavy weights. By choosing to do gentle exercises, you can turn your workouts into a social activity and enjoy them all the more.

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Lower Stress Levels

The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for how your body reacts to stressful or dangerous situations, but it can also be triggered by intense exercise. Sometimes referred to as the ‘flight or fight response’, you’ll notice that your body mimics the physical effects of anxiety when you’re engaging in a strenuous workout. By switching to a gentler form of exercise, you can prevent this from happening while still gaining the health benefits associated with being active. As a result, you can enjoy a calmer and less stressful workout.

Motivation

If you’re struggling to stay motivated, the thought of undertaking a grueling workout can put you off exercising altogether. When you’re committed to doing gentle exercise, however, it’s far easier to stay motivated and keep to your routine. This means you can hit your fitness goals more quickly when you incorporate gentle exercise into your schedule.

Finding the Best Gentle Exercises

When it comes to gentle exercises, there are plenty of options to choose from. A brisk walk, a round of golf, or a leisurely bike ride are all great ways to boost your fitness, for example. Alternatively, yoga, Tai Chi, and Pilates are great forms of gentle exercise that can enhance your physical and emotional well-being.

How To Prepare For A Future Working From Home

Two focuses of my blog are Current Events and Career Discussions. The year of 2020 has forced a lot of changes on everyone and one of the biggest changes has been working from home. Even after Covid-19 subsides, working from home may become more permanent. The following contributed post is entitled, How To Prepare For A Future Working From Home.

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While you might have enjoyed working from home temporarily this year, are you prepared for a future of working from home? Who knows if life will ever go back to normal, and even if it is safe to return to work, your company may decide that it is going to be more beneficial to them financially to have everyone working from home for good now. If this is the case, are you prepared for this, and do you have everything you need?

A Decent Office Space
Working from the kitchen table may have been acceptable as a temporary measure when you didn’t know how long it would last, and everything was out of sync. But as life gets back to normal, then it’s time to look for a more permanent place to set up your office. You don’t even need a whole room to do this as you can create a great office space in the corner of a room or under the stairs if you have enough space. All you really need is a desk for your laptop and papers, some storage and some peace and quiet. Also, check there are enough electric outlets.

Technology
If it’s going to be a permanent way of working, your company is responsible for making sure that you have the right technology to do your job as best you can. You’ll need a good internet connection and access to everything you would have in your office. Having 5G would make working a lot easier too, and according to Vertical Consultants, telecommunication companies have not quite delivered as promised when it comes to 5G, so that doesn’t make it an easy option right now; however, is something that will be important in the future.

Security
Cybersecurity will need to be up to date, and again this will really be your company’s responsibility to make sure the equipment you’re using is safe. But when it comes to your home, you may need to make it even more secure than you would have done before. For example, if your job requires you to handle confidential documents, then you’ll need a safe place to keep them. It might even be worth looking at video door entry systems for your home too, which will not only reduce your distractions but also keep your information extra secure.

A good routine
Many people struggle with a good routine and motivation when working from home, but once you get used to it, it becomes the norm. It’s essential to have a structure to your day and treat it still as if you were going into work, so make sure you get up, shower, and get dressed (even if it’s into something comfy), have your breakfast, and then get to work. Also, make sure that you separate your work from your home life and home admin, and when it’s time to finish work, you switch off completely and enjoy your evening.

How To Establish An Ethics Policy For Your Small Business

Two focuses of my blog are Financial Literacy/Money and Business/Entrepreneurship. A key aspect of your small business is your ethics policy. You may have the most new and novel product/service and systems, but unless your human component is solid, you may be missing the most important ingredient. The following contributed post is entitled, How To Establish An Ethics Policy For Your Small Business.

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Ethics is an important part of any business, but it is not talked about often. Ethics and morals is how you keep your reputation as a small business owner. Ethics ensures that no matter what every employee, customer or client is treated the same way. That is why establishing an ethics policy for your small business is a step in the right direction. Most successful businesses are successful because everyone a part of the team, no matter how high or low they sit on the ladder, are working toward the same goal under the same codes of conduct. If you are looking for ways to set up an ethics policy, here is how you do it.

Determine The Priorities

The ethics policy of your company should work in tangent with your company’s mission and goals. You also have to keep in mind the company’s office policies because how people are supposed to conduct themselves at work will be a major factor in the ethics code for your business. The priorities of your business should address things like the social responsibility of the company and its employees, goals of the company and the guides and rules for employees to follow in any given situation. Help from a Rockwell Legal Group attorney could make this process smoother.

Discuss With Your Employees

Your ethics policy should not be made in a vacuum. You want to make sure that you have all stakeholders held accountable. Your employees are a large part of your company, so it would make sense to have their input on the ethics policy. Giving your employees the opportunity to add to the code of ethics is a great idea because it will increase the chances of them understanding and agreeing to follow the policy.

Get Specific

Many ethics policies are specific. Do not be afraid to get specific for yours. Some touchy topics are typically romance and nepotism. Being specific about those types of things provides clear expectations that everyone will be held accountable for. No one should be able to say they were confused about anything in your ethics policy. That is why being specific is beneficial. It leaves no room for error or wrong interpretation.

Appoint An Ethical Authority Figure

After you have successfully established an ethics policy, you will now need someone to help implement it. This is where appointing an ethical authority figure comes into play. Everyone should get a copy of the ethics policy. Require that they sign and give back the policy to show that they have read and understood the new policies that will be going into effect soon. Often times, the ethical authority figure is the human resources department.

You should also consider putting someone up to the task of regularly updating the ethics code so that your business is never caught slipping. Make sure that whoever you pick they are someone who is personable, reliable, honest and committed to the company code of ethics. Having someone there who easily sways their position will only do harm to keeping the code implemented.

Major Keys For Estate Planning

A key focus of my blog is Financial Literacy/Money. A critical component to one’s financial strategy is their estate planning. It’s not the most comfortable and in some instances exciting area to deal with, but it has far reaching implications for one and one’s family. The following contributed post is entitled, Major Keys For Estate Planning.

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Estate planning is not just for the rich and famous. A well-thought-out estate plan can help alleviate stress from your family members when you have reached the end of your life. It can help get your affairs in order so that you can have the peace of mind knowing that your family is secure after you pass on. If you are looking to start estate planning, here are some major keys that will help you along the process.

Get Together A Team

Get a team of people that consists of your key financial advisor, your tax professional and your estate planning attorney from Wyolaw Law Firm. This team of very important people will help you draw up and navigate the perfect estate plan just for you. It may seem like having all these people involved will make things confusing, but quite the opposite. These people will ensure that all your assets will be given out to the appropriate people with little to no confusion.

Write Down Your Will

A part of every estate planning is writing down your wishes. This is not a sentimental exercise. This is a binding agreement, so make sure that you clearly list out all your wishes. Make plain how you would like to handle your probate assets and other possessions. It should include a healthcare power of attorney or proxy, a durable financial power of attorney, a living will, a health insurance portability and accountability act release form, and your last will and testament.

These things will assign the person who you want to make health decisions for you, who will make the financial decisions for you, what treatments you do and do not want if you are unable to speak for yourself, who can have access to your health records, who are the designated beneficiaries of your property and who will be the guardians for your children who are minors.

Set Up Guardianship For Minors

If you are caring for any minors, this is a very important step if you do not want the state to decide what to do with them. Determine who you want to look after your children or if you take care of someone with special needs. Before you give off that person’s name, make sure you consult with them first. You need their permission. Keep in mind that this person will also be managing any money you allocate for your child’s benefit.

Think About Getting A Trust

A trust is just a place that holds money for your children. You get to have a say in what goes into the trust, who has access to it, and how it will be allocated. As long as you execute it well, your estate plan will be executed just the way you intended.

Prepare For State And Federal Taxes

Find out if your estate will be subjected to state and federal taxes. If so, you will likely have to pay in cash up to nine months after your death. Some people’s assets are not in cash, which could cause some issues. If that is the case for you, you may have to sell your assets. Talking to an estate planning attorney can help clear this up.

How To Take The Stress Our Of Running A Car

Two focuses of my blog are Health/Wellness and Technology. An important piece of technology most of us own and invest copious sums of money in is our cars. While transportation is a cost no matter what market you live in, cars can be a major source of stress as there are hidden costs in them. The following contributed post is entitled, How To Take The Stress Our Of Running A Car.

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Many of us rely on cars to get to work, travel and see friends and family. Although driving can be fun, and it’s a convenient way to get around, running a car can be stressful. In this guide, we’ll explore some effective solutions to take the hassle out of owning a car.

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Maintenance
Car maintenance should be a priority for every driver, but it can fall by the wayside when life gets hectic. If you can’t remember the last time you checked your tires or your oil, now is the time to start looking after your car. Basic maintenance can reduce the risk of breaking down and it can also prolong the lifespan of your vehicle and lower costs in the future. It’s particularly important to check your car on a regular basis during the winter months and before you set off on a long journey. Make sure you have enough fuel in the tank, check the tire pressure and tread and top up your oil and water levels. It’s wise to book services frequently to ensure that any problems are identified and addressed quickly.

Replacing parts
Many of us drive around without a care in the world, assuming that our cars will never let us down. The truth is that even the most reliable vehicle may need some TLC along the way. It’s crucial to take good care of your car, but also to seek advice and consider replacing parts such as coil springs or brake pads if there are warning lights on the display, you notice strange noises or odors, or you want to enhance the performance of your vehicle. There are some jobs you can do yourself, but if you have concerns or the task is more complex, seek expert advice.

Shop around to save money
Cost is one of the most significant sources of stress for drivers. It can be expensive to keep a car on the road. If you are trying to save, there are various steps you can take. Investing in maintenance work will save you money in the long-run, but you can also shop around for insurance and reduce expenses by buying a fuel-efficient vehicle. If your insurance is due for renewal, don’t automatically roll the policy over until you’ve compared the offer to deals from other providers. You can use the Internet to search for policies in a matter of seconds, and you could save a fortune.

Drive carefully
Driving can be dangerous, and thousands of people are injured in crashes every year. To lower the risk of collisions and make driving more enjoyable, keep your eyes on the road at all times, give other vehicles time and space, pay attention to the speed limit and take extra care if the road is slippery, it’s raining heavily or visibility is poor.

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How to Improve Employee Performance in 4 Easy Steps

Three focuses of my blog are Financial Literacy/Money, Business/Entrepreneurship and Organizational/Management Discussions. If you’re in management for a business or an organization of some sort, an important consideration is getting the most out of your staff. Doing so will maximize your employee’s happiness and productivity. The following contributed post is entitled, How to Improve Employee Performance in 4 Easy Steps.

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In a business organization, every employee’s performance counts for success or failure. By properly managing their workforce, business owners can improve their quality of services and productivity. However, without adequate knowledge of the critical factors that drive employee performance, it may be hard for you to get the most out of your staff. Are you a boss who wants your employees to utilize their talents to the fullest? The following tips can help you boost your employees’ performance:

1. Empower your workers

The best way to make your employees more efficient is to empower them. Empowerment builds confidence and stimulates creativity and positivity within a team of employees. This in turn increases productivity at the workplace. Equip your employees with the requisite tools and equipment they need to succeed in their job. According to Charlie Nooney of MobiTV, excellent business returns can be achieved when employees feel valued and are well-resourced to perform their tasks. Another way to motivate your workers to do more for the company is to reward them for their success. Empowerment pushes workers to achieve milestones through new innovations.

2. Boost your employees’ health and wellness benefits

Your employees’ health also determines their level of success with your company. As a business owner who is looking for growth, you may want to prioritize their health first. 61% of employees choose to live a healthier lifestyle because their companies offer them effective wellness programs. Having a comprehensive wellness program can improve the health of workers, and help them work better. Thankfully, by partnering with SanaBenefits.com, you can get cost-effective comprehensive health packages for you and workers.

3. Adopt the right communication technologies

In an advanced business world such as that of today, many workforces are decentralized. Therefore, creating effective communication channels is crucial to the success of individual employees. When you implement the appropriate communication technologies, managers can collaborate with their team to increase engagement and boost employees’ performance.
Sometimes it takes just freedom of speech to spark creativity in your workers. When you open up communication channels, employees will not only see themselves as instruments for growth; they will be at liberty to perform like business owners. According to Forbes, employees whose voices are heard are about 4.6 times more likely to be productive.

4. Investigate the reasons for low productivity

When employees are struggling to stay productive at work, managers need to investigate the issues surrounding their low productivity. Instead of making ill-advised assumptions, you may want to ask questions and gather some data from your workers. An employee may find it hard to do their job due to insufficient training. There may also be personal issues beyond their control that may be affecting their work output. When you understand the reasons behind your workers’ underperformance, take steps to address them. You may also want to create room for their improvement. Increasing working hours more than 40 hours per week is probably not the best way to increase efficiency. You can improve your employee’s performance using the above easier techniques.

Business Marketing Tips in Challenging Times

Three focuses of my blog are Current Events, Financial Literacy/Money, Business/Entrepreneurship. Covid-19 has changed the way business is conducted in many instances. Those businesses that have been able to survive will need to think about how to adapt and survive in this new environment. The following contributed post is entitled, Business Marketing Tips in Challenging Times.

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This year has been a rollercoaster year for most businesses. With many businesses forced to limit hours and cut staff because of Covid-19 closures, many must evaluate what’s next? Maybe the way you used to do business won’t be viable moving forward. When your customers’ needs shift, your business must do too. Challenging times mean tweaking your marketing techniques as well.

Communicate with Your Customers

The number one rule in business is keeping the communication going. Your sales funnel may be a process of months for some products or even years for others. A normal newsletter and social media updates are great ways to keep your business in front of your customers. Everybody loves a good story. So, make your customer outreach like storytime: what’s new, what’s aligned with pop culture, and what’s funny. You can find memorable, free images online that connect with popular hashtags like #MotivationalMonday, #ThankfulThursday, and #FridayFeeling. Marketing doesn’t have to be salesy. The new buzz phrase is content marketing. These are some marketing do’s and don’ts during a pandemic. Don’t just stick with social media, though – you can make the most of the number of time people spend on their mobile phones. Put your data to good use, start sending more regular newsletters, chat groups and use a mass texting service to stay engaged.

Focus Your Strategy on Solutions to Current Challenges

Whatever you are doing, whether email marketing, print marketing, or social media marketing, present solutions to current challenges. You may need to unschedule previously planned campaigns to shift to the “new” normal. Just a few topics that may resonate with your customers this year are how to work from home without losing your job, how to design the best interior layout for home-schooling, or how to make homemade masks easily and with things you have around the house. In particular, topics that help with the boredom of staying at home are ideal, including new technology, virtual activities, and online courses. Remind your customers that can help them overcome the obstacles of 2020.

One method that can help you to identify the unique needs of your customers is to use an AI advertising company. AI advertising uses machine learning tools to identify complicated patterns in data. These patterns can point to all kinds of conclusions, including the current challenges of your customer base. It can also be used to predict and build advertising strategies that are far more likely to succeed in the current market, as well as to provide the solutions that your customers are looking for.

Find Niche Experts for Your Industry

Although you know your business niche well, how well do you know how to reach your customers. There are specialists in marketing to very niche industries such as HVAC marketing as well as in healthcare and childcare service marketing. Well-targeted design, marketing copy, and even tight slogans can make all the difference. It is important to find niche experts for your industry so that you can get the most bang for your marketing buck and stand out from your competition.

2020 is winding down, but that doesn’t mean your business marketing does. In fact, the end of the year is where you need to finish strong. It is a great time to outreach to share your thanks, spread holiday cheer, and offer limited-time offers before the holidays or New Year. Maybe it is time to add a small business Saturday sale to your roster. Perhaps a virtual Q&A or roundtable to answer the most common questions of your customers could be added to your marketing calendar. By continuing to tell your business’ story with fun and helpful tips, tricks, and tools pays off. Sometimes you need a bit of encouragement, so reach out to the business marketing experts for niche advice as well as some fresh marketing trends to try.

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Can Everything Be Monetized In This Day And Age

Three focuses of my blog are Business/Entrepreneurship, Financial Literacy/Money and Technology. In today’s digital world, there are multiple ways to make money besides working a nine to five job. You are literally limited by your own imagination. The following contributed post is entitled, Can Everything Be Monetized In This Day And Age.

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Today, we’re talking about monetization. In brief, this refers to taking something and making money out of it. Specifically, I want to discuss the idea that everything can be monetized in our society. If you have an idea or see something, you can basically think of a way to make money from it. Well, that’s the hypothesis – is it true?

I’m certainly in the mind that almost everything you can think of can be monetized. There are a few examples in this post that go a long way to explaining this in more detail:

The rise of the influencer

Influencer marketing is a prime example of how anything and anyone can be monetized. Nowadays, if you have a large following on social media, you can monetize your profile. People will pay you to post pictures on Instagram, you get paid to write tweets, and you can make money from YouTube videos. This is all possible because you have an audience that’s interested in everything you do.

As a result, businesses recognize your influence and are keen to capitalize on it. To them, it represents a more effective way of targeting their audiences. I guess the overall point here is that anything can be monetized if it suits the needs of businesses. Or, more accurately, if it can help a business market its products.

The growing CBD market

CBD is just one example of many things that fall into the following category. In essence, I’m speaking about monetizing things that aren’t technically legal. In the case of CBD, it’s a way of legally monetizing marijuana/cannabis. You can’t buy and sell cannabis in some states, but you most certainly can extract chemicals from the cannabis plant and sell them as CBD concoctions.

In turn, this opens the door to many other money-making opportunities. Companies will produce things like a joint case to store marijuana joints in. It’s technically legal because you’re not selling weed at all. For me, the whole CBD and cannabis industry is a great example of how things can be monetized even when the actual product itself might not be able to be sold.

Monetizing knowledge

Lastly, let’s look at the idea of monetizing knowledge. If you know a lot about something, you can make money from it. Even if it’s as simple as understanding a foreign language. Now, you can sell this ability to other people online, with relative ease.

The same goes for anything; trading knowledge, marketing knowledge, business knowledge – the list goes on. The online world has given us platforms to share our knowledge with millions of other people, at a price! It’s almost impossible to learn anything for free – you have to pay for it these days.

This whole article shows you how everything and anything can be monetized in modern society. What does all of this mean to you? Well, it shows that there are so many ways you can make money! If you put your mind to it, you can find something that you’re able to sell for money.

How To Save Money In Your Business

Two focuses of my blog are Financial Literacy/Money and Business/Entrepreneurship. While having a solid product to sell, marketing and building partnerships are all critical aspects of business, another part is simple mathematics and making sure you’re saving money where you can. The following contributed post is entitled, How To Save Money In Your Business.

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When you manage a business, it is always best to work smarter, so you do not need to work hard. Working this way will often save you money, which will ease your budgets and increase profit margins.

Invest in used equipment.

Although it can be a nice feeling to Buy Used Industrial Equipment as they are pristine and give an exciting buzz around the office, it is better to buy used equipment. The wait times for new equipment can grind your business to a halt, with used items, they are ready and waiting for you to buy instantly as they have already been in the warehouse for safety checks. You will often save money on this option too because they are second hand, and they will still have a high-quality service to complete the job in hand. It can be worrying about buying second-hand equipment. Still, you can often inspect the items you are interested in buying beforehand to ensure it is up to your standard before investing in it.

Changes in the office.

Opting for Used office furniture can save a big chunk of your budget. It can be one of your office’s most expensive parts. Yet, you can get high-quality and comfortable furniture such as chairs that will give you and your employees support when you are sat for long periods, when you are designing your spaces, changing your lights so that they have a sensor to save on your electric bills. Even little things can save you a lot of money over time, which you will notice in your yearly paperwork, such as printing on both sides. You are saving on paper and keeping as many notices on computers to ensure you can reduce your printing and paper use—instead, email notices and documents to one another.

Social media.

Understanding social media can be overwhelming, but it can be highly useful to your business. Social media is free advertising. You can add part of your budget to it, but you can make a big difference without it. Engaging your customers online every day is the key to making your customers feel part of your business. Sharing your day to day running of the store and promoting products and sales can reach your target market in seconds. Having social media accounts that link to your website allows your customers to get to know you from all angles and reach people throughout the day. Uploading first thing in the morning followed by lunchtime and in the evening are the best times because people are scrolling down social media before work, on their lunch break, and after dinner while watching the TV in the evenings. If you are doing your research into how to use social media for your business style, it can help you massively get the word out there for free or little money rather than blowing your money on TV and radio advertisements. Take photos during the day and editing the contrast and brightness when editing to grab people’s attention rather than using filters.

Old-Fashioned Careers That Are Making a Comeback

A key focus of my blog is Career Discussions. Covid-19 has brought about a lot of unexpected changes, but there are careers that aren’t going away and in some instances are making a comeback. The following contributed post is entitled, Old-Fashioned Careers That Are Making a Comeback.

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What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of “old-fashioned” jobs? Maybe you’re envisioning a blacksmith, a shoe shiner, or someone who mends clothing. Well, those particular jobs might not be seeing a surge in popularity any time soon.

But, there are some timeless careers that are making a comeback. Many of these jobs became less popular as industries grew and people demanded faster services. Corporate chains began to take over and suffocate the small businesses that took pride in their work.

Now, though, people are experiencing a renewed sense of simplicity. In these uncertain times, consumers want to feel cared for again, by someone who knows what they’re doing. Whether you’re looking for a new job in light of COVID-19 or you just want to make a change in your career path, let’s look at some old-fashioned careers that are becoming popular once more.

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Barber

Do you have a passion for cutting hair? Have you ever been told you have the skills for it, too? If so, you might consider becoming a barber. While chain salons are still popular throughout the world, there is nothing like sitting down with a barber or personal hairstylist and getting special, individualized treatment.

Barbers are known for taking extra time and care to do their job right. It’s not just about cutting hair. It’s about having a good conversation, shaving with care, and getting your client’s style just right. People want to feel pampered and taken care of, so there’s no question as to why the Bureau of Labor Statistics anticipates that the job growth for barbers will increase by 10% over the next 14 years.

Locksmith

While locksmiths have never gone away, they aren’t often thought of when it comes to “modern” careers. In fact, you might be wondering why a locksmith is needed in this world of smart homes and digital door locks on commercial buildings.

Today, however, locksmiths do much more than just unlock doors. Many work long, successful careers in security, and some even specialize in electronic locks, especially for businesses. In this world where everyone is trying to stay safe and secure, locksmiths can help.

Carpenter

Working with wood has long been considered an art form. If it’s something you love to do, you can find success in a career as a carpenter.

This is another job that has never really “gone” anywhere. But, it’s becoming popular again as home construction is on the rise. People don’t want subpar carpentry when it comes to their homes or commercial buildings. If you specialize in carpentry and advertise yourself that way, you may be more likely to get hired as an independent contractor or by a construction company. Carpenters who take pride in their work are always going to stand out and be selected for job after job.

Of course, these are just a few examples of jobs that have stood the test of time. From farmers and leatherworkers to tailors and brewers, there are plenty of additional old-fashioned jobs that are making a comeback. People are ready for a slower pace, and some of these jobs can help to make that happen while you enjoy a fulfilling career.