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Food Banks

2023-10-11T08:02:00.006-04:00

Food Banks

Recently a friend of mine posted the following article on Facebook. Knowing numerous people are involved in the Food Banks, I thought sharing this information with readers would be nice. Whether it be for a place to donate, a place to get a helping hand or a place to donate your time.

Here is the article in full:

So, I spoke to people getting food at a food bank, and here are some things I learned from those in need:

Everyone donates Kraft Mac and Cheese in the box. They can rarely use it because it needs milk and butter, which is hard to get from regular food banks.

Boxed milk is a treasure, as kids need it for cereal which they also get a lot of.

Everyone donates pasta sauce and spaghetti noodles.

They cannot eat all the awesome canned veggies and soup unless you put a can opener in too or buy pop tops.

Oil is a luxury but needed for Rice a Roni which they also get a lot of.

Spices or salt and pepper would be a real Christmas gift.

Tea Bags and coffee make them feel like you care.

Sugar and flour are treats.

They fawn over fresh produce donated by farmers and grocery stores.

Seeds are cool in Spring and Summer because growing can be easy for some.

They rarely get fresh meat.

Tuna and crackers make a good lunch.

Hamburger Helper goes nowhere without ground beef.

They get lots of Peanut butter and jelly but usually not sandwich bread.

Butter or margarine is nice too.

Eggs are a real commodity.

Cake mix and frosting make it possible to make a child's birthday cake.

Dishwashing detergent is very expensive and is always appreciated.

Feminine hygiene products are a luxury and women will cry over that.

Everyone loves Stove Top Stuffing.

In all the years I have donated food at the Holidays, I bought what I thought they wanted, but have never asked. I am glad I did. If you are helping a Family this Christmas, Maybe this can help you tailor it more. It does for me!

It does for me as well.

There is so much hunger going on in the world we need to share this information and the information below on food banks. Where to help and where to get help.

A food pantry is an organization that distributes food directly to people.

The Feeding America Network:

The Feeding America Network consists of food banks, food pantries, local meal programs, and the Feeding America National organization. Together, we work alongside communities experiencing food insecurity to get food and resources for the people who need it. You can use the Feeding America Nationwide Network of Food Banks to find a local food bank.

Our local Food Bank for Kentuckiana is Dare to Care they are a part of the Feeding America Nationwide Network of Food Banks.

They do not work without your support. I just realized how many ways there were to support or donate to Feeding America Network.

And finally, if you find yourself needing a food pantry, just remember it isn't a handout, it is a hand-up.

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Home Is Where the Startup Business Is: What You Need to Know

2023-09-30T11:02:00.011-04:00

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Home is where the startup business is: What you need to know

Opening and running a business is a dream many have. Being your own boss and living your dream can seem like an impossible feat, yet it just takes a bit of preparation and courage. However, to be successful, you need to know the basics before you begin.

Options for a Home-Based Business

If you want to create a business but don't know exactly what to do, there are plenty of paths available. One such option is to become a freelance consultant. Are you experienced in a given field? Then you can do consultancy. Begin by researching how you want to advertise yourself. Are you going to set up an LLC? Do you need a field-specific insurance? One way to determine what your fee should be is to take your last salaried position and divide by 100. This covers days you go without work, as well as sick pay and holidays.

Are you artistic? Starting a blog or doing freelance graphic design are two possibilities. If you have a history of web design, you can make that a full-time business. It's one of the biggest growth industries at the moment, so take advantage of it. There are as many possibilities as there are people, so don't discount the real viability of starting a successful business from home.

Essential Business Tools

You are going to need a full set of proper work tools when you start your own business, no matter what your venture is. You'll want a computer-preferably a laptop so you can take your work with you - and a solid internet and phone connection in your office space. Otherwise, your tools will largely be determined by your business and preference. If you have difficulty being still, a standing desk is a good option. You'll need a website and software to manage it. You'' want a mobile version, as an increasing amount of activity is done from our phones and other devices.

Attract your first Clients

Getting a startup off the ground is certainly an intimidation aspect of becoming an entrepreneur. After all, freelancing is not guaranteed income. Regardless, you can find clients if you put a bit of effort into growing your new business. Think of your skill set and what you offer to your network of friends, family and past employers. Stay in contact, as you never know when people will need your skills. Take advantage of social media - and not just Facebook and Instagram. Use Pinterest, Tumblr, and others to advertise your expertise and grow your network. What makes your stand out from others in your field? How do you offer something different, unique, or niche? Make this obvious on your social media, and use keywords to your advantage.

Tips for working from home

The biggest killers of at-home businesses are distractions. The best way to stay focused is to have an area of your home dedicated to work and to treat it like an office space. Don't show up in your pajamas no matter how much more comfortable it is. When you begin your work, know what you want to have accomplished by lunch, and then by the end of your day. If you have kids home from school, you can hire a local babysitter to watch them and keep them entertained while you work.

With that in mind, you need to have set working hours. If you are working at odd hours of the day, or whenever you "feel" like it, you won't accomplish anything and you may suffer from burnout. You also need to know what sort of environment you work best in. Some of us need quiet and isolation to focus, while those who are more extroverted may need periodic socialization to accomplish tasks. If that's the case, you may want to work a few hours each morning in your local coffee shop or make sure you socialize on the breaks you take.

With the right tools and planning, anyone can master their dream. You may be afraid to take the first steps, but it's important to start. There is risk involved, but that can be said of anything. Take a chance and live your dream.

Work at Home Mania Among The Top 35 Top Indiana Recruiting Companies 2021

2021-09-30T08:30:00.002-04:00

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Work at Home Mania among the top 35 Top Indiana Recruiting companies for 2021

Work at Home Mania is among the top 35 Top Indiana recruiting companies for 2021. We are thrilled to announce that we have been featured in the Best Startup US Magazine for 2021 as one of the top 35 Indiana recruiting companies.

Work at Home Mania was selected due to exceptional performance in one of the following categories:

Innovation

Innovative ideas
Innovative route to market
Innovative Product

Growth

Exceptional Growth
Exceptional Growth Strategy

Management
Social Impact

About the Best Startup US Award:

Annually, Best Startup US awards the most successful startups in the U.S., with its list featuring companies with it's lists featuring companies who are pushing the limits of innovation to solve critical problems and challenges. Best Startup US aims to accelerate the growth of the foremost US-based companies, businesses, and innovations by promoting them to a global audience. This year Work at Home Mania makes this list for their exploits in the Top Indiana Recruiting Industry.

We are pleased and humbled by this latest recognition Work at Home Mania is ready and eager to deliver to the U.S.A. and global stage.

To read the full article click here https://beststartup.us/35-top-indiana-recruiting-companies-and-startups-of-2021/

About Work at Home Mania:

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About Best Startup.US

Best Startup.US is an online publication that helps promote American businesses and put them on the international stage, They primarily focus on businesses who show positive signs of growth, innovation, management and excel in areas which have a beneficial impact on society.