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		<title>Why We Eat with Our Eyes First: The Psychology of Food Imagery in Advertising</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Shane Crawford]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 14 Apr 2025 19:37:37 +0000</pubDate>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Have you ever scrolled through social media, come across a perfectly plated burger, and suddenly felt hungry—even though you weren’t before? Or seen a steaming cup of coffee in an ad and immediately craved one? That’s no coincidence. It’s the power of food imagery in advertising, a psychological tool that plays on our instincts, emotions, and past experiences to make food seem irresistible.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Food marketers and advertisers understand that we eat with our eyes first. Before we ever take a bite, our brains process colors, textures, and composition, creating an expectation of taste, freshness, and quality. Whether in high-end restaurant promotions, fast food billboards, or carefully curated stock photos for online ads, food visuals are engineered to trigger desire and influence buying decisions.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">In this article, we’ll explore the psychology behind food imagery, why it works, and how advertisers use it to increase engagement and sales.</span></p>
<h4><strong>The Science Behind Why We Eat with Our Eyes First</strong></h4>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Our perception of food starts with our visual system. The way food looks tells our brain what it might taste like, influencing whether we find it appetizing or not. Several psychological and neurological factors contribute to this process:</span></p>
<h4><strong>1. The Role of Color in Food Appeal</strong></h4>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Color plays a crucial role in food perception. Different colors trigger different emotions and taste associations, often without us realizing it:</span></p>
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Red &amp; Yellow: Stimulate hunger and excitement (used in many fast food logos and ads).</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Green: Associated with freshness, health, and organic quality.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Brown &amp; Gold: Signify warmth and indulgence, often used in baked goods or coffee ads.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Blue &amp; Purple: Less commonly associated with food but can indicate uniqueness or artificial flavors (such as in candies and drinks).</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Food brands strategically use color in advertising to make food look fresher, more flavorful, or more indulgent.</span></p>
<h4><strong>2. The Impact of Lighting and Contrast</strong></h4>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Lighting and contrast in food imagery enhance texture, depth, and realism, making dishes look more appealing:</span></p>
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Soft, natural light emphasizes freshness and organic qualities.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">High contrast and shadows create drama, often used in luxury dining photography.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Bright, even lighting makes fast food look consistent and instantly recognizable.</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">A well-lit burger with crispy golden fries and a glistening soda, for example, creates an expectation of crunch, fizz, and satisfaction—even if the actual product doesn’t always match the image.</span></p>
<h4><strong>3. The Psychology of Texture and Detail</strong></h4>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Close-up shots of melted cheese, dripping chocolate, or bubbly soda activate sensory cues that make food seem more desirable. The human brain fills in the gaps, imagining the taste, smell, and texture. Macro photography in food advertising enhances textures, making food look more “real” and tempting.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Example: An image of a freshly baked croissant with flaky, golden layers activates the sensory areas of the brain, making us crave the buttery, crisp bite—even if we weren’t originally thinking about pastries.</span></p>
<h4><strong>How Advertisers Use Food Imagery to Influence Consumer Behavior</strong></h4>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400"><a href="https://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/marketing/">Marketers</a> understand that food imagery can create desire, trigger memories, and influence purchasing decisions. Here are some common strategies used in food advertising:</span></p>
<h4><strong>1. Plating and Composition Techniques</strong></h4>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">The way food is arranged in an image affects how we perceive its quality and taste:</span></p>
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">The Rule of Thirds: Positioning food slightly off-center creates a more dynamic and engaging image.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Negative Space: Leaving empty areas around the dish makes it the focal point.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Layering &amp; Stacking: Tall, layered foods (e.g., stacked pancakes or a towering burger) create a sense of indulgence.</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Well-plated food isn’t just for fine dining—it’s a crucial technique in advertising to make meals look premium and abundant.</span></p>
<h4><strong>2. Motion and Action in Food Ads</strong></h4>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Movement in food imagery makes it feel more alive:</span></p>
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">A drizzle of chocolate sauce over a cake.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">A splash of milk into coffee.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Steam rising from a bowl of soup.</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">These small details create a feeling of freshness and realness, enhancing craving and anticipation.</span></p>
<h4><strong>3. Emotional Triggers and Nostalgia</strong></h4>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Many food advertisements use nostalgia to connect emotionally with consumers. A warm image of a home-cooked meal can evoke childhood memories, while a summer barbecue scene might trigger feelings of relaxation and happiness.</span></p>
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Comfort Foods: Images of gooey mac and cheese, warm bread, or a slice of pie tap into emotional cravings.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Celebratory Foods: Cakes, cocktails, and party platters are often photographed in festive settings, reinforcing social connections and joy.</span></li>
</ul>
<h4><strong>4. The Role of Stock Photos in Food Advertising</strong></h4>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Not every brand has the resources for professional food photography. Stock photos provide a high-quality, cost-effective alternative that still conveys appetite appeal. Marketers use stock imagery for:</span></p>
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Social media campaigns.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Blog content and restaurant menus.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Packaging and product listings.</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">While </span><a href="https://www.dreamstime.com/"><span style="font-weight: 400">stock photos</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> work well, brands must choose carefully to ensure authenticity and uniqueness. Overused images can make a brand feel generic, whereas customized stock images with branding elements can still create a strong visual identity.</span></p>
<h4><strong>How Food Imagery Drives Online Engagement</strong></h4>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Food photography is one of the most engaging <a href="https://www.huffpost.com/entry/food-videos-eating-on-camera_l_67db2590e4b0abb74b13da90/amp">types of visual content online</a>. Platforms like Instagram, Pinterest, and TikTok thrive on food-related imagery, which explains why food bloggers, influencers, and brands invest heavily in high-quality visuals.</span></p>
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Instagram: Hashtags like #foodporn and #instafood attract millions of views daily.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Pinterest: Food-related pins drive high engagement, especially for recipes and meal inspiration.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">TikTok: Short-form food videos, such as cooking hacks or slow-motion food drizzles, often go viral.</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">To maximize engagement, brands should focus on authenticity, high-resolution imagery, and interactive content, such as user-generated food photography and recipe challenges.</span></p>
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		<title>5 Latest Trends in B2b Marketing 2022</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Shane Crawford]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 25 Oct 2022 19:37:53 +0000</pubDate>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400">As groundbreaking innovations spring up in the world, they leave an effect on every area of human life. The business world is especially benefiting greatly from these changes which have led unique marketing trends to emerge.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">For B2B marketers like you to get rewards for their marketing efforts, they must know and take advantage of these latest trends. So, here are 5 trends charting the course of B2B marketing in 2022</span></p>
<h3><strong>1. Content Marketing</strong></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Now more than ever, B2B marketers have vast opportunities to generate leads and keep their customers engaged with valuable content. Content marketing is a potent strategy that brands are using to connect with their target audience. Blogs, websites and social media platforms are outlets that marketers use to deliver content and establish authority in the eyes of the customers. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">For B2B marketers to effectively benefit from content marketing, they must create content that identifies and addresses the customers&#8217; pain points. Marketers should employ Search engine optimisation (SEO) techniques to ensure that the content reaches the target audience. If the content doesn&#8217;t target the right consumers, it won&#8217;t generate conversions.</span></p>
<h3><strong>2. Brand Personalization </strong></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">No matter your niche— finance, technology or fitness—If you are looking for </span><a href="https://stormotion.io/blog/how-to-integrate-ble-fitness-devices-into-app/"><span style="font-weight: 400">how to</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> stand out from other brands, you should consider personalization. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Brand personalization creates a unique voice for a company. It involves understanding the persona of the target audience and communicating with them in that tone. Everything about the brand style must be consistent to keep in touch with the customers&#8217; needs.</span></p>
<h3><strong>3. Video Marketing </strong></h3>
<p><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-1461" src="http://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/brands-people-FJDuN4eQEO8-unsplash-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="534" srcset="https://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/brands-people-FJDuN4eQEO8-unsplash-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/brands-people-FJDuN4eQEO8-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/brands-people-FJDuN4eQEO8-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, https://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/brands-people-FJDuN4eQEO8-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/brands-people-FJDuN4eQEO8-unsplash-120x80.jpg 120w, https://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/brands-people-FJDuN4eQEO8-unsplash-255x170.jpg 255w, https://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/brands-people-FJDuN4eQEO8-unsplash-345x230.jpg 345w, https://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/brands-people-FJDuN4eQEO8-unsplash.jpg 1920w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" /></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Video marketing is an excellent tool for grabbing the attention of your audience in 2022. According to </span><a href="https://www.wyzowl.com/video-marketing-statistics/"><span style="font-weight: 400">Wyzowl</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400">, 78% of brands assert that video marketing played a pivotal role in generating sales. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Showing your products and services in action further convinces your clients about your brand. This strategy can quickly warm up cold leads as videos allow marketers to show more details or features about their products. They also help the customer to better experience <a href="http://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/why-online-visibility-is-important-for-your-business/">your brand</a> personality and tone.</span></p>
<h3><strong>4. Account-Based Marketing (ABM)</strong></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Account-based marketing is a strategy that focuses on qualified leads. Here, the B2B brand targets and tailors its marketing campaign to high-value accounts. It focuses on these accounts on an individual and personal level to yield returns and cultivate brand-customer loyalty.</span></p>
<h3><strong>5. Influencer Marketing</strong></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">B2B marketers can now leverage the influence of industry leaders to make profits. Research reveals that influencer marketing was advantageous to </span><a href="https://www.toprankmarketing.com/get-the-2020-b2b-influencer-marketing-report/?utm_source=Social&amp;utm_medium=Lee%20Odden&amp;utm_campaign=2025%20State%20of%20Influencer%20Marketing%20Report"><span style="font-weight: 400">96%</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> of B2B brands that used it.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">The influencer has the attention of the target audience who considers them an authority. Brands can collaborate with industry leaders to recommend or review their products and services. This is done via social media influencing, brand ambassadorships and guest posts on blogs or magazines. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Brands should only <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbesagencycouncil/2021/07/20/how-to-reach-out-to-and-partner-with-with-right-influencers-12-tips/?sh=4e06927b145b">partner with influencers</a> in their niche or industry. Also, micro-influencers are more effective because they have a more close-knit relationship with their audience.</span></p>
<h3><strong>In Conclusion </strong></h3>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">New and advanced trends in marketing will certainly rise as the years roll by. The B2B marketer must adapt to these new trends. This will keep the brand relevant and help to achieve the goal of increased sales and customer satisfaction. </span></p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Shane Crawford]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 25 Dec 2021 15:51:08 +0000</pubDate>
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<p lang="en-US"><a name="_GoBack"></a> <a href="https://www.spxcooling.com/coolingtowers/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Cooling towers</a> are usually heated exchangers that enable water and air to contact each other as a result lowering the hot water temperature. In other words, less water evaporates while the water temperature is lowered through circulation on the cooling tower. There are two cooling towers namely industrial counterflow and crossflow as we shall discuss in this article.</p>
<p lang="en-US"><strong>Counterflow Cooling Towers</strong></p>
<p lang="en-US">How the Counterflow Cooling Towers works is that hot process water is released down on the fill media. It then vertically flows down and drains onto the cold water basin. The air then goes through the lower section of the tower then it flows upwards passing through the flowing water on the fill to cool it down.</p>
<p lang="en-US">It’s worth pointing out that the water passing through the nozzles should be pressurized simply because it flows in the opposite direction as air. So to prevent water backflow into the nozzles, an additional downward thrust is essential. Lastly, counterflow Cooling Towers use pressurized pipes and nozzles which are distributed apart to prevent ant airflow in the tower.</p>
<p lang="en-US"><strong>Crossflow Cooling Towers</strong></p>
<p lang="en-US">This particular cooling tower is designed in a way that makes the entire hot water process vertically flow down the fill thanks to the gravitational force. Additionally, the air that flows horizontally typically goes through the water, as a result, cooling it down.</p>
<p lang="en-US">Crossflow cooling towers water only need gravitational force which enables it to flow down the fill and onto the water basin. The towers have basins above the fills which enables even distribution of water.</p>
<p lang="en-US"><strong>The distinction between counterflow and crossflow cooling towers</strong></p>
<p lang="en-US">There are numerous distinctions in terms of water flow, tower design, and performance when it comes to counterflow and crossflow cooling towers. Below are some of the primary ones.</p>
<p lang="en-US"><strong>Water flow</strong></p>
<p lang="en-US">Counterflow water flows 90° through the airflow path of the cooling towers while the water flow for the crossflow takes a 180° flow path through the cooling towers.</p>
<p lang="en-US"><strong>Noise emissions</strong></p>
<p lang="en-US">Counterflow cooling towers are usually noisy due to the falling water on the cold water basin surface. On the other hand, crossflow cooling towers are less noisy when compared to their counterpart. This is because the fill&#8217;s bottom surface is in close proximity to the cold water basin.</p>
<p lang="en-US"><strong>Design</strong></p>
<p lang="en-US">Counterflow cooling towers have a slightly smaller surface area that requires less ground space when compared to a crossflow cooling tower. However, in terms of height, the crossflow cooling tower is usually shorter due to the vertical design of the fill.</p>
<p lang="en-US"><strong>Water pressure</strong></p>
<p lang="en-US">Crossflow cooling towers produce pressurized water and are more electric efficient. However, when it comes to counterflow cooling towers, a pressure pump is necessary if water is to flow through the spray nozzles which then go through the water and air path.</p>
<p lang="en-US"><strong>Conclusion</strong></p>
<p><span lang="en-US">When it comes to crossflow and counterflow usage, your selection entirely depends on your application and the cooling tower&#8217;s general performance. Lastly, you can click on the link selection if you want an ideal </span><a href="https://h2ocooling.com/cooling-tower/"><span lang="en-US">cooling tower installation</span></a><span lang="en-US"> that offers you value for <a href="http://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/simple-money-habits-of-successful-ceos-you-should-adopt/">money</a>.</span></p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Shane Crawford]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Sat, 24 Jul 2021 01:18:19 +0000</pubDate>
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<p align="JUSTIFY">To understand automated email marketing and its benefits to businesses, automated emails must first be clearly defined. These are emails that are scheduled and sent to a targeted person or persons automatically. Businesses all over the world have harnessed the potential of <a href="http://www.gmass.co/">automated emails</a> to promote and grow their businesses through a strategy called automated email marketing.</p>
<p lang="en-US" align="JUSTIFY"><strong>What Is Automated Email Marketing?</strong></p>
<p lang="en-US" align="JUSTIFY">Automated email marketing is simply an online marketing strategy where emails are automatically sent in mass to prospective or existing customers to convey a particular message and consequently achieve a specific target. It is a system designed to save time and effort by reaching out to several hundred, maybe even a thousand customers as a unit instead of individually while also ensuring that the necessary information reaches the target client.</p>
<p align="JUSTIFY">This highly <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/5-benefits-bulk-email-marketing-gunjan-ganatra">profitable marketing strategy</a> is only possible using mass email software which is the medium through which the bulk emails are sent. </p>
<p lang="en-US" align="JUSTIFY">There are numerous reasons why most if not all companies use Automated email marketing to grow their business. And the fact that it has persisted for such a long time and continues to remain popular is proof that it is a highly effective strategy.</p>
<p lang="en-US" align="JUSTIFY"><strong>It Establishes and Solidifies Channels of Communication.</strong></p>
<p align="JUSTIFY">It is impossible to promote a brand without communication to the prospective and existing customer about what the business is about. <a href="https://neilpatel.com/blog/automated-email-marketing/">Automated email marketing</a> not only creates a channel of communication but sustains and strengthens it. It is a good medium to keep customers updated and informed of new deployments. This is important in sustaining the growth of any business.</p>
<p lang="en-US" align="JUSTIFY"><strong>It Is a Highly Effective and Cost-Friendly Medium of Marketing.</strong></p>
<p lang="en-US" align="JUSTIFY">Automated email marketing is the most convenient and effective way of reaching thousands of people in a single go. This is all thanks to mass email software like GMass. It is also quite affordable and a cheaper means of communication and marketing.</p>
<p lang="en-US" align="JUSTIFY"><strong>It Increases Traffic to The Website and Business Profile.</strong></p>
<p align="JUSTIFY"><a href="https://www.chaskis.digital/post/how-email-marketing-automation-can-benefit-your-business">Email marketing</a> provides valuable information to prospective customers who may otherwise never hear about the products and services being offered. It creates visibility and generates traffic to the business by whetting the curiosity of the recipients and potentially bringing in sales.</p>
<p lang="en-US" align="JUSTIFY"><strong>Sustains And Strengthens Customer Loyalty.</strong></p>
<p lang="en-US" align="JUSTIFY">The consistent and targeted communication with existing <a href="http://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/what-makes-your-small-business-tick/">customers</a> keeps the brand in their consciousness. People love to feel valued and appreciated. Using automated marketing emails that contain messages of appreciation from brands makes their customers feel like they are more than business figures. It ensures the brand remains relevant and strengthens the loyalty of the customers to the brand.</p>
<p lang="en-US" align="JUSTIFY"><strong>Increases Chances of Conversion to Sales.</strong></p>
<p lang="en-US" align="JUSTIFY">Staying visible and consistently providing customers, existing and prospective, with relevant information about the brand and ease of access to their products and services increases the chances of them making purchases and converting them to sales.</p>
<p lang="en-US" align="JUSTIFY"><strong>Conclusion.</strong></p>
<p lang="en-US" align="JUSTIFY">Automated email marketing is easily one of the most convenient and effective ways of communicating and holding the attention of customers. consistent engagement is key. it saves a lot of time and resources and ensures that brands get to maximize what little they have for optimum profit-making it one of the best marketing strategies around.</p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Shane Crawford]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2021 13:37:20 +0000</pubDate>
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<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Anyone who’s ever seen a skyscraper before knows that it definitely looks incredible. A skyscraper looks like a monumental feat, and it certainly is – even just by looking at the outside of a skyscraper, it’s easy to see how difficult the structure might be to build. However, some of the most incredible architectural feats can sometimes be below the ground, where the skyscraper foundation is. Skyscraper foundations are an incredible architectural feat all by themselves. If you want to know how a skyscraper foundation design works, here are three important elements that</span><a href="https://www.groundworkscompanies.com/about/articles/how-far-underground-are-skyscraper-foundations/"> <span style="font-weight: 400">skyscraper foundation designers</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400"> need to take into consideration.</span><span style="font-weight: 400"><br />
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</span><b>1. Design of the Skyscraper</b><b><br />
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</b><span style="font-weight: 400"><a href="http://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/4-reasons-why-your-office-design-is-so-important/">The design</a> of the actual skyscraper is one of the things that will impact whether the foundation is very deep or a bit shallower. Of course, all skyscrapers have pretty deep foundations; most regular homes only have about a four to six-inch-deep concrete mat, whereas the Wilshire Grand Center, which is only half the height of the tallest skyscraper in the world, has an eighteen-foot-thick concrete mat. However, the taller and thinner a skyscraper is, the more likely it will need a very deep foundation, whereas the shorter or thicker a skyscraper is, the more likely it will use a shallower foundation.</span><span style="font-weight: 400"><br />
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</span><b>2. Composition of the Soil</b><b><br />
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</b><span style="font-weight: 400">The soil underneath a skyscraper will have a massive impact on how the designer needs to design the foundation. The soil itself is certainly part of the formula – sandy soil, for example, is prone to shifting, which means that the designer needs to make sure there are more structural features to keep the soil from shifting underneath the structure. Additionally, the depth to bedrock is something a skyscraper foundation designer will have to consider. Most of the time, they’ll drill structural supports into the bedrock directly, so if bedrock is further down, those supports will have to stretch even further into the soil.</span><span style="font-weight: 400"><br />
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</span><b>3. Environmental Risk</b><b><br />
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</b><span style="font-weight: 400">Different locations carry different environmental risks. The <a href="https://www.theguardian.com/culture/2010/jan/10/burj-khalifa-dubai-skyscraper-architecture">Burj Khalifa</a>, which is in Dubai and is the tallest building in the world, has a foundation depth of 164 feet. Shanghai Tower, which is in China, is nearly a full 700 feet shorter than the Burj Khalifa, but its foundation is 282 feet deep, over 100 feet deeper. Why the difference? One reason could be that China is significantly more prone to environmental issues like earthquakes as opposed to Dubai. All sorts of environmental issues are important for this process, and even elements like wind speed are elements that designers will consider.</span><span style="font-weight: 400"><br />
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</span><b>Conclusion</b><b><br />
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</b><span style="font-weight: 400">The aboveground portion of a skyscraper is an incredible feat of architectural genius; there’s certainly no doubt about that. However, the underground portion of a skyscraper is just as architecturally brilliant, and it allows the aboveground portion to stand tall without any concerns. The next time you see a skyscraper, think about how the portion that you’re seeing is only a tiny fraction of the architectural wonder that the skyscraper required to be able to stand that tall.</span></p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Shane Crawford]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Feb 2021 20:02:43 +0000</pubDate>
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										<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p><span style="font-weight: 400"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-1432" src="http://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/home-office-1867761_1280-1024x683.jpg" alt="" width="800" height="534" srcset="https://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/home-office-1867761_1280-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/home-office-1867761_1280-300x200.jpg 300w, https://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/home-office-1867761_1280-768x512.jpg 768w, https://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/home-office-1867761_1280-120x80.jpg 120w, https://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/home-office-1867761_1280-255x170.jpg 255w, https://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/home-office-1867761_1280-345x230.jpg 345w, https://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/home-office-1867761_1280.jpg 1280w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px" />Offices can be hard to heat in the winter if you have worked in an office environment before, you know how difficult it can be to get the perfect temperature for everyone in the office.  There is constantly someone in the office who is cold or who is hot. </span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">So, how do you even begin heating the office, so all staff is happy? Below are five tips to help you warm your office:</span></p>
<h4><b>1. Determine Space Your Heating </b></h4>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">When determining how to heat your space, you should consider different aspects of your office, such as whether employees work in separate cubicles, a large open office space, where the walls are, what size the central area is, and how heating will be used.  You can </span><a href="https://www.peakhydronics.ca/services/commercial/"><span style="font-weight: 400">hire a professional to assess your space for options</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400">. </span></p>
<h4><b>2. Consider Space Heaters</b></h4>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">There are options for heating an office, and </span><a href="https://palladiuminsurance.ca/know-using-space-heater-office/"><span style="font-weight: 400">you may want to consider space heaters</span></a><span style="font-weight: 400">. There is a different type of space heater options that each have their advantages and disadvantages. </span></p>
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Ceramic (convection heater) – a ceramic heater uses a fan and heats the air in a space by circulating air through the unit and across the heating element, such as coils.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Radiant &amp; Infrared Heater – radiant and infrared heaters heat a person&#8217;s body by transferring infrared radiation out through electromagnetic influences or particles in the air.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Mica thermic Heater &#8211; this type of heater does not have a fan and is a combination between convection and radiant heater. Eighty percent convection, and 20%radiant heat, by using a stonelike material called mica, which surrounds the heating element and makes it more operational without the use of coils. </span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Oil-Fille Radiator Heater – oil-filled radiator heaters use electricity to heat the oil and space. </span></li>
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<h4><b>3. Heating Capacity</b></h4>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">You need to determine the heating capacity of your heater and the space that needs heating. Typically, a 1500 watt heater can heat an area of 150 square feet. One way to determine heating capacity is to check the specs on the unit to see its wattage and figure out the math to see if it is strong enough to heat your office space. To figure out your wattage, divide the number of watts on the spec sheet by 10, and that is the number of square feet the space heater can heat. </span></p>
<h4><b>4. Built In-Safety Features</b></h4>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">When looking for added heating for your office, it is essential to look at the safety features, such as:</span></p>
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Automatic turn off when knocked over.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Cool to the touch, to avoid burning someone who might accidentally touch it.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Automatic shut off if the room gets too warm.</span></li>
</ul>
<h4><b>5. Energy-Efficient Features</b></h4>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">There are many newer models of space heaters that have features that reduce electricity use. Look out for the following to make sure you are getting an<a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/natalieparletta/2019/09/09/this-company-is-converting-energy-efficiency-into-currency/?sh=be48ea84238f"> energy-efficient</a> space heater:</span></p>
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Programmable timer – the heater can be set to turn on and off at specific times of the day.</span></li>
<li style="font-weight: 400"><span style="font-weight: 400">Programmable thermostat – the heater can be automated to turn off after the specific temperature has been reached. </span></li>
</ul>
<p><b>6. How Many Watts Can Your Office Outlets Hold</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Before purchasing a space heater for your office, make sure to evaluate the spaces&#8217; needs and the outlets&#8217; wattage. Generally, most outlets are5-20 amps, which is 1800 to 2400 watts. You want to avoid lowing fuses or creating any other electric issues with space heaters for the office.</span></p>
<p><b>Final Thoughts</b></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">Typically, it is the simplest things that lead to the most problematic consequences when they are overlooked. Space heaters can help with heating the office but consider tasking one employee to double-check that all space heaters are switched off at the end of the day. You don&#8217;t want a fire started because a heater was plugged in all night.</span></p>
<p><span style="font-weight: 400">You want to make sure before winter begins that you have the proper heating sources set in place in the office to keep your employees comfortable. You can choose many options when it comes to heating <a href="http://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/4-reasons-why-your-office-design-is-so-important/">your office</a> in the winter. </span></p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Shane Crawford]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Fri, 28 Feb 2020 03:55:38 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>When the time arrives and you decide you want to <a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/79638" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">buy a business</a>, will you line everything up for it to work?</p>
<p>Given the magnitude of buying a business, you do not want it to turn into a fiasco. If it does, you may rue the day you consider buying in the first place.</p>
<p>With that in mind, do you know what you need to do before you go out and try to buy a business?</p>
<p><strong>Get the Facts Before You Open up Your Wallet</strong></p>
<p>In preparing to buy a business, remember these things moving forward:</p>
<p>1. Why are you buying in the first place? – The most important question you need to be able to answer is why are you buying a business in the first place? For many individuals, it is the opportunity to be their own person and run something. For others, they want to add on to what they already have in the business world or try something new. No matter the reasoning behind your decision, understand why it is you want a business. Doing so leads to less chance of making a major blunder and regretting it for years to come. Speaking of trying to avoid blunders, also do your research on the intended company you want to buy. From their financial history to customer service and more, you need to know all you can. Don’t go into a potential buy with blinders on and live regret it.</p>
<p>2. Is the market good now to buy? – It is also critical that you have a good sense of the market you will be buying in. For example, buying a company in the online dating industry now would be a good idea given its popularity. The same holds true for buying something tied to apps and so on. The key is to find an industry that is doing well and has been for a while now. You also want to try and get some projections of where that industry may be headed over the next few years. You can do this by going online and reading blog posts and more from experts in the particular industry. When seeing<a href="https://acquiredby.co/amazon-acquisitions/"> companies Amazon has acquired</a> and other known brands, you have a good sense of things. That is if this is your time to buy in a particular industry.</p>
<p><a name="_GoBack"></a> 3. What are your long-term plans? – Knowing what your plans are for 10 or 20 years down the road may not be ideal or even doable. That said having a sense of the next few years at least is important. Knowing such plans can sway you in one direction or another when it comes to wanting to buy a business or two. It will also have a notable impact on your financial plans moving ahead. If your goal is to ride the <a href="http://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/what-makes-your-small-business-tick/">business</a> wave for a while and then retire, buying now can make sense. If though you are looking to get out of the business world, buying now may not make sense. That is unless you plan to pass the business along to family or friends.</p>
<p>When you are contemplating buying a business, make sure you are exploring all the details from A to Z.</p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Shane Crawford]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 02 May 2019 16:10:34 +0000</pubDate>
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<p><br>Whether you work or a large corporation or you have set up your own home office for your <a href="http://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/what-makes-your-small-business-tick/">small business</a>, office design is important! Your office is where everything begins, ideas are shared, work is done and decisions are made. Therefore you want to make sure your office design correlates with your company vision and encourages the greatest productivity of your workforce.<br></p>



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<ol class="wp-block-list"><li><strong>Branding Opportunity &amp; Company Culture</strong></li></ol>



<p>Your office design can say a lot about your business. Designing your office to match your company ethics, vision and personality is a great way to emphasize your brand and what it means. This can be a good way to get employees to understand and become part of your company culture. A classy flawless design may suit a high-end brand whereas a business focused on cost could feature a minimalistic design.<br></p>



<p><strong>2) Boost Employee Morale</strong><br></p>



<p>The arrangement of your office furniture, the design and the lighting can all play a part in boosting employee morale. A dull and dreary office is likely going to have a negative impact on your employee morale. Creating a nice office with good lighting and nice<a href="https://www.furniture-work.co.uk/filing-cabinets"> furniture at work</a> can increase the comfort of your employees and keep them positive. Since people spend so much time in their office it becomes a second home. A nice office can become a place that your employees look forward to spending time in rather than dreading to go to.<br></p>



<p><strong>3) Boost Creativity</strong><br></p>



<p>Creative Workspaces can have a direct effect on employees by encouraging them to think outside the box. Unique office spaces that get your staff thinking and their minds wandering can help them with their own ideas!<br></p>



<p>For a business that requires communication between staff for creativity offices can be designed to naturally encourage team working. For example, a round table or comfortable areas in the office for employees to sit and have discussions.</p>



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<p><strong>4) Boost Productivity</strong><br></p>



<p>Research suggests that <a href="https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/office-workers-screen-headaches-a8459896.html">Office workers spend on average 1,700 hours on a computer each year</a>. Sitting and looking at a computer all day can take its physical and mental toll on office workers. It is therefore important to provide office workers with a workspace which boosts their productivity. You should provide staff with the most comfortable furniture so they deal with sitting down for hours and remain productive but at a time but not too comfy that they end up sleeping.<br></p>



<p>Dedicated areas in the office where people can take short coffee breaks can be developed to help workers maintain productivity but at the same time should not be a distraction for office workers. Google in New York City, for example, provides its staff members with ‘Sleep Pods’ so that they can take short naps during their breaks to re-energize themselves and in doing so increase their productivity.</p>



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		<title>What Makes Your Small Business Tick?</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Shane Crawford]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Thu, 07 Mar 2019 02:10:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<category><![CDATA[business]]></category>
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<p>When you take a few minutes to step back and look at your <a href="http://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/5-strategies-for-small-businesses-to-remain-competitive-in-the-marketplace/">small business</a>, can you put your finger on what makes it tick?</p>



<p>For
you, it could be what you offer, your employees, marketing, financial
stability and more.</p>



<p>That
said it is important to keep in mind what makes things go for your
business. Losing sight of such things can derail your small business
over time.</p>



<p>So,
what has your business going day after day?</p>



<p><strong>Strong
Finances Cornerstone of Success</strong></p>



<p>For
many owners, the strong cornerstone of success is a healthy financial
outlook.</p>



<p>With
that in mind, is your company’s financial situation one you are
happy with? If the answer is no, what can you do to turn things more
in your favor?</p>



<p>One
option to look into would be a <a href="https://www.headwaycapital.com/small-business-loans">business
loan from Headway Capital</a>.</p>



<p>With
the right loan, you can get your company’s financial situation more
in line with where you want it.</p>



<p>So,
if going looking for a business loan, be sure to do your research.</p>



<p>You
can start by going online and seeing which loan providers would best
fit your needs.</p>



<p>You
want to find a loan provider with not only great loan options but
top-notch customer service too.</p>



<p>Once
you have found the loan provider best suited to help you, think about
where the funds may be directed.</p>



<p>Among
some options would be new equipment, paying off debt and bringing on
more employees. No matter how you spend the funds, do it in a wise
manner.</p>



<p><strong>Beating
the Competition to the Punch</strong></p>



<p>If
your business is winning a good chance one of the reasons is you are
beating your competition to the punch.</p>



<p>One
of the ways you are doing this is by giving customers the best
service possible.</p>



<p>Unfortunately,
some small business owners become a little complacent over time. In
doing so, they can take their customers for granted. If you end up
doing this, it can be a precursor to trouble for you and your
operation.</p>



<p>Always
make it a point to do all you can for your customers. In the end,
many of them will reward you with their business for years to come.</p>



<p>It
is also important to know what competitors are up to.</p>



<p>Sure,
you have your own business to focus on. That said you can’t afford
to be out of touch with what those you compete with are doing. If
this happens, you could miss out on some things they are doing that
you could also be doing for your customers.</p>



<p>Last,
it is important for you to keep thinking of how you can improve your
business tomorrow, the day after and so on. When you do this, you
give your business a better chance of being around for many years to
come.</p>



<p>
As you
look to have a <a href="http://ajt-ventures.com/3-keys-to-a-more-successful-small-business/">more
successful small business</a>,
always know what makes it tick.</p>



<p>More times than not, you are on the right track when it comes to <a href="https://www.thebalancesmb.com/business-leadership-for-small-business-2948499">leading your small business</a>.</p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Shane Crawford]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 26 Feb 2019 19:35:59 +0000</pubDate>
				<category><![CDATA[Tech]]></category>
		<category><![CDATA[Digital Marketing]]></category>
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<p>If we took a step back and thought about
how much time we spend online, it would probably be extremely surprising. Most
job roles require you to work at a computer and have internet access; but we
also spend a large amount of time for personal use, as well as for business. Over
the past decade, there has been a significant increase in online shopping,
social media users and everyday tasks being completed online. With this in
mind, it’s important that the online profile of any business is continually
strengthened, in order to put your company at the forefront of its industry.</p>



<p>Whether your company website is well
established or fairly new, there are many steps you can take to improve its
online visibility. With completion online increasing rapidly, many businesses
are turning to <a href="https://www.click.co.uk/in-house-team-consultancy-support/organic-search-house-support/">seo consultancy</a> agencies to analyse their
website and see which areas in particular need strengthening. If your
businesses online profile is an important factor of your marketing plan, then
it is recommended you work with an agency to achieve your objectives.</p>



<p>What are some of the ways in which the
online visibility of a business can be increased?</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Social media</h2>



<p>By the end of 2018, Facebook alone
recorded 2.32 billion users each month, which shows you how powerful social
media is and how the different platforms can have a positive impact on any
company. The most popular platforms such as Facebook and Twitter can be a great
tool to reach your target audience and raise brand awareness.</p>



<p><a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/article/311384">Social media</a> is a great
way to share content with your readers and build a larger following. It also
gives you the power to communicate with people who have an interest in your
business and help attract attention to not only your brand, but your website
and products too.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)</h2>



<p>We’ve already touched on the idea of
working with an SEO agency and it’s a service that can delve into the technical
side of your company website. SEO is a broad service but some of the ways in
which it can improve your online visibility are through keyword research,
fixing broken links and making sure any content within the site is fully
optimised.</p>



<p>By analysing your website, the keywords
you rank for and what content is on your site, as well as a host of other
areas; you will start to notice your online visibility improve and your
business appearing in SERP’s for relevant users.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Should the online profile of my business be a priority?</h2>



<p>As we’ve previously mentioned, the
online world is becoming more and more competitive and because of this, it’s
important to prioritise how your business is portrayed online. With online
sales and transactions becoming more popular, making sure <a href="http://www.entrepreneursdiscuss.com/5-strategies-for-small-businesses-to-remain-competitive-in-the-marketplace/">your
business</a> is visible on search engines is crucial.</p>
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