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1) When Do You Need a Non Disclosure Agreement?
Author:
James Cochran
Category:
Internet
You've been diligent about locking away your most sensitive documents in the filing cabinet each night, and encrypting all of your electronic files with passwords, but what about the information that is shared among employees on a daily basis?
Do you have a non-disclosure agreement in place? When do you need one? A non-disclosure agreement governs the relationship between you and any existing or potential business associates or employees. It is typically recommended that this type of agreeme...
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2) What Makes an Independent Contractor an Independent Contractor and Not an Employee?
Author:
James Cochran
Category:
Marketing
How do you differentiate between an employee and an independent contractor? It's a seemingly obvious answer, but in some cases the separation can become difficult. The classification can significantly change the type of contract between the two parties, as well as the tax structure, the type of insurance required and the benefits the worker may be entitled to.
For employers, taxes and insurance are easier and more cost effective when hiring an independent contractor over an employee. Howev...
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3) Reviewing Contracts Thoroughly - Advice from Service Professionals
Author:
James Cochran
Category:
Automotive
Being self-employed can be one of the most lucrative and satisfying careers available, but it requires due diligence on the part of the independent professional. Whether working in information technology, entertainment or business consulting, it's increasingly important not only to have an employment contract in place, but also completely understand all of the fine print within the document before signing it.
Often, when independent contractors don't have an employment agreement in place the...
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4) Becoming an Independent Contractor?
Author:
James Cochran
Category:
Software
It's a rewarding career, but what should you look out for?
Working as an independent contractor or consultant can be a very rewarding, lucrative and satisfying career. Beyond knowing the dynamics of your field, however, you also have to understand how to keep the business operating smoothly and how to protect yourself and your assets. What does being an independent contractor entail and what should you be cognizant of along the way?
First, an independent contractor is an individual who i...
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5) Before Hiring Tech Support, Check the Fine Print on the Computer Service Contract
Author:
James Cochran
Category:
Computers
Today, the hub of the small business and home-based entrepreneur is the computer system and network. For many users and business owners computers are the lifelines of the company, but what if they suddenly crashed? Will your computer service contract cover faulty work, loss of data, or future problems?
Before signing a contract and allowing an IT contractor to perform work on your system or network, it is essential to read the fine print. Often times, unprofessional businesses may offer ver...
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6) ASP Agreement Components & Inclusions
Author:
James Cochran
Category:
Computers
For Application Service Providers - anyone who provides clients access to licensed software and application services - implementing a system of checks and balances, risk management procedures and quality control is invaluable. Typically a solid Application Service Provider (ASP) Agreement will fulfill these needs.
An Application Service Provider Agreement manages the relationship between an ASP and the licensed user. In other words, it sets limits and expectations on the use of your softwar...
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7) How can you reap the best rewards as a landlord?
Author:
Isla Campbell
Category:
Finance
If approached wisely, the buy-to-let market can reap huge rewards. However, there's a lot more work involved than simply buying a property, moving tenants in and sitting back to wait for the profits. Indeed, the task of renting can be a stressful one. Therefore, it makes sense to understand some of the basic principles behind becoming a successful landlord.
Firstly, and most importantly, it's vital you chose the right property. Indeed, you need to ascertain the area you want to...
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8) Creating a Business Partnership Agreement Contract
Author:
Nicholas Copernicus
Category:
Legal
Verbal agreements tend to never work out. Putting the terms of the partnership in writing is the smartest thing you can do to protect your business. Spelling out the rights and responsibilities in a written partnership agreement will better equip you to settle conflicts if they arise. You'd be surprised how minor misunderstandings can erupt into full-blown fights. Also, when you don't have a written agreement saying otherwise, your state's laws will control many aspects of your business.
Hav...
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9) Outsourcing, Technology, and The Economy
Author:
James Cochran
Category:
Legal
Economies are constantly changing, and evolving. Whereas first they birth as a bartering system, they next take on a currency structure. This leads to a stock market, international trade, economic specialization, an industrial revolution, and forever continues to blossom.
Recently, economic rules that were thought to be ever enduring have been subject to change. No longer can an individual expect to be employed at a company for the entirety of their working life. Instead, career paths...
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10) Resolving Jurisdiction with Independent Contracts
Author:
James Cochran
Category:
Legal
Many are under the inherent assumption that all contracts are the same, and that if it's written down on paper, then the terms of the contract are clearly spelled out. Conversely, contracts aren't simply about written terms, and represent a greater significance that should be taken seriously. Contract law can often be confusing due to the involvement of independent contractors and contractor agreements. Without careful attention, these factors can complicate the contractual issues involved....
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11) Licensing and the Stages of Legally Purchasing Software
Author:
James Cochran
Category:
Software
Licensed software, and the legal purchase of it, has unique legal contract obligations. Generally, the consumer owns any product they purchase. Although the seller may maintain certain responsibilities after the time of purchase, the consumer still owns the rights to do with it what they wish. One prime example would be the purchase of a car.
However, the contract obligations for legal software, or software that has been licensed and legally purchased, is an entirely different story. While...
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12) Confidentiality and Non-Disclosure Agreements - Protect Your Company
Author:
Iain Mackintosh
Category:
Legal
In today's business world, confidentiality and non-disclosure agreements are becoming increasingly important for businesses looking to protect themselves from damaging leaks. Most employee contracts will contain some kind of confidentiality agreement as standard, but these kinds of agreements are very important if you share information with another company for any reason, or if you hire outside contractors to work for your business. You may soon discover that a reliable confidentiality agree...
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13) 5 of the Hottest Jobs in IT
Author:
James Cochran
Category:
Relationships
The IT industry has been a high demand sector with respect to job growth for well over a decade now. Since the beginning of the high-tech boom in the late nineties, almost anyone with a background and education in information technology was guaranteed not only a job, but a well-paying one at that. However, the growth and expansion of the IT industry is much like a plant growing in all different directions.
Recruiting and hiring in the IT industry is in a constant state of flux as well. Thu...
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14) Purpose of Prenuptial Agreements
Author:
Nicholas Copernicus
Category:
Legal
Prenuptial agreements are forms that act as a practical solution for dealing with the topic of how finances will be handled in a marriage. Although these forms are critical in preventing financial inequality, popping the question of using a prenuptial agreement is often times considered unromantic.
Every year, more and more couples create prenuptial agreements before they get married. Most couples just want the comfort of knowing all the financial cards are on the table so there will be no s...
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15) Hiking - Positives Outweigh the Negatives
Author:
Clinton N. Maxwell
Category:
Sports
Are you thinking about taking up the challenging and exhilarating activity of hiking? It is surely something that's rewarding but it's hard to know what to expect if you've never tried it. Here are some things to expect and some myths about hiking.Many people think of the negatives that are associated with hiking. There are insects, blisters on your feet, sore legs and an aching back. While this may sound unpleasant, there are many rewards which outweigh these drawbacks. You'll be ab...
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16) What is a Partnership Agreement?
Author:
Nicholas Copernicus
Category:
Legal
A partnership agreement is a legal document, which outlines and governs how a partnership will be managed. Having one will prevent any disagreements later on down the road by clearly outlining each person's responsibilities and objectives. Not having one will most likely eventually lead to conflicts, confusion, and possibly even lawsuits. To often partnerships fail because of choosing to negligently ignore creating a legal agreement.
There are also other benefits some one could enjoy by crea...
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17) Is sobiety a reality?
Author:
Rev Andre Brink
Category:
Self Improvement
Is creating the wanting, for sobriety real and possible?
If you come from a place where everything is possible and life is all about possibilities. Then sobriety is defiantly a possibility. So how does one create a possibility? Nothing is possible with out intention, then action then the result of the action.
To have an intention to do, or have something is merely a small percentage of the result, and action 99.99% of the final result. Should you want to cross a river and have the intenti...
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18) Agree to Transform
Author:
Rev Andre Brink
Category:
Self Improvement
This article was written as guide to where people should start when doing self improvement and personal transformation. This is all based on the workshop written by Rev Andre Brink for an addiction rehabilitation center.
First you have to look at where you are in your life right now. Start asking the questions. Remember, there are only question at this stage. Do not try to be a wise guy here and think you know all the answers, which is why you are where you are. First question;
1. How man...
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19) Making Sure You Get The Best Redundancy Package
Author:
Paul McIndoe
Category:
News and Society
Many people have known what it is like to be made redundant. It can really knock your confidence and if it comes as a total surprise it can take a while to get back on your feet again.
But once that initial shock has worn off you need to make sure you find out what kind of redundancy package you are going to get - and you shouldn't be afraid to ask any questions you might have, since this is by far the best time to do it.
The first step you should take is to check yo...
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20) How To Buy Your Next Car
Author:
Andrew Regan
Category:
Automotive
We all know what it's like to realise that our current car is on its way out. Having an unreliable car is sometimes worse than not having one at all, so it's worth thinking about what you would do if your existing car finally gave up and the time came to buy another one.
While most of us would love to buy a new car, it's an expensive purchase and with so many other drains on our income, not everyone can warrant it. Fortunately there are plenty of used cars around which would b...
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