Category Archives: Miscellaneous

Nisei, in Nihonggo, means \'second generation\' (\'ni\' meaning two, and \'sei\' probably meaning generation). This month-long festival is held usually in August, with the main attractions heralding the first two weekends of the fest. Nisei Week draws the attention and the support of both Japanese and non-Japanese festival goers, due to its grand floats and parades, and the month long activities that soon follow. This 2009, the festival will be celebrating its 69th year. Continue reading →

The cost of running a business- as in this case – a hotel business, can be quite overwhelming and full of complications if one doesn\'t have the necessary experience, knowledge, and funds needed in taking care of its everyday operating aspects. From dealing with the needs and wants of the hotel guests, to having and maintaining excellent services and amenities, and to overseeing the proper maintenance of the hotels\' rooms, structures, electrical and mechanical components to ensure a smooth and trouble-free operation. Continue reading →

Here\'s a new innovation for all you modern craftspeople out there! Craftspeople can now use websites such as virtual craft shows so that they can offer and promote their ware online. These virtual craft shows are the perfect venue for artisans who do not have much money to spend on advertising their handcrafted products, but need extra traffic for their online shop or website. Continue reading →

Bargain shopping is a helpful skill for those who want to save money or maintain their resources. In times of profitable slump, it is crucial to become a watchful bargain hunter. There are lots of ways to stay away from paying full rate for the things you call for. Don\'t forget that your priorities are what essentially conclude a true and reasonable bargain. Bargain shopping is an acquired expertise. Shopping is the way to go. Bargain shopping is exceptionally common currently and so the experience is worth exploring too. Continue reading →

For professionals who are seeking extra income, they can actually earn money by using their skills. I knew of a friend who is very talented in creating crafts. She started making crafts for us, her friends as presents on birthdays and anniversaries. Now, she annually signs up for craft fairs and craft shows to sell her crafts. A few months from now it is Summertime once again. Everyone as far as craft fair organizers are concerned is getting ready with the annual Summer Craft Fairs. Continue reading →

When you are setting up your booth, you will notice that is one of the things you will contemplate long and deeply. Just think about the amount of setting up that you do at a one-time show and then imagine doing it over and over on a weekly basis. It\'s not that easy to put all your goods in an attractive arrangement! Waking up early to do so will get you drinking coffee by the cups. Continue reading →

Being an owner and running a small business involves a lot of tasks as well as liability. No matter how careful you operate and what level of service you provide, customers can still claim that what you did was wrong. Continue reading →