Heather Cherry

LinkedIn is a powerful tool whether you’re a small business, professional, or recent college graduate launching your career. LinkedIn is all about networking and building your connections. Using LinkedIn as a part of your small business marketing strategy is smart. Mostly because it’s the top-rated social network for lead generation. Here’s how to use LinkedIn for business:

How Genes Affect Your Fitness, Health, and Athletic Ability Practice makes perfect, or is it genetics? Studies show athletic performance is influenced by both your environment and genetics. Evidence of genes like ACTN3 and ACE are linked to improved athletic performance. Whereas genes like APOE may increase your chances of developing Alzheimer’s. Either way, genes play an important role in your overall health, fitness, and athletic ability. There are several genes most closely associated with

Content writing for websites goes beyond good grammar and mechanics. It must address your target audience, solve their problem, while simultaneously educating about your business and inspiring them to act. For businesses to get the most out of their website design, they need exceptionally written copy. If you decide to DIY your website content, here are 5 steps to writing the perfect website copy.

“It’s a boy”, they said. Overwhelmed with joy, I turned to my husband. I could see the glimmer of hope masking his relief. “He is beautiful.” I said. A strapping boy resembling his father in every way, arrived on November 15, 2013, weighing seven pounds and one ounce, and 28 days earlier than expected. Nothing surprised us about this since big brother arrived early. Then, a sense of urgency overwhelmed the room. My stomach writhed in pain; fear and worry clouded my joy. I laid there helpless, watching as nurses tended to my bundle of joy.

The season of shopping is upon us and choosing where you shop makes a difference. Consider shopping small at local retailers the Saturday after Thanksgiving in honor of Small Business Saturday – a day dedicated to supporting small businesses and communities across the country. Shop Small is a nationwide movement meant to celebrate small businesses on Small Business Saturday. The movement was founded by American Express in 2010 to raise awareness about the importance of small business, its effec

Here’s the thing. Most small businesses aren’t finding success with their social media, email marketing, blog writing, and other digital marketing because they don’t have a strategy. They’re throwing stuff (like spaghetti) at the wall, hoping that because they’re doing the thing, it will just work. Businesses succeed when they are producing authentic content following a digital marketing strategy. Here are five steps to create an effective digital marketing strategy:

Starting your dream business is enthralling. It can also be overwhelming, especially if you’re planning to ditch your day job and go all in. We’re here to tell you that it is possible to start the business of your dreams, and here are 5 steps to set you up for success:

Records management is necessary for the law enforcement industry. Sometimes choosing a records management software can feel overwhelming, especially if you’re considering making a switch to a new vendor. At In-Synch Systems we deliver data-driven solutions, supporting law enforcement agencies to more effectively solve crimes. We excel in four key areas: data that’s always available, investigative tools, integrated data sharing, and customer service.

Making the switch to the National Incident-Based Reporting System (NIBRS) can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. NIBRS is meant to create a more comprehensive data collection and standardize crime data reporting. But first, what is NIBRS? NIBRS is a data collection method, part of the Universal Crime Reporting (UCR) program. Previously, law enforcement agencies used the Summary Reporting System (SRS) data collection method of UCR.

The home match of the Pittsburgh Riverhounds SC vs. Nashville SC held on Saturday, April 27, 2019 at 7 PM was #BeTheKindKid night, presented by Kidsburgh and JAM Enterprises. There were 155 Avonworth community members in attendance. "The evening was incredible," said Maureen Frew, Digital Media Specialist at Avonworth Primary Center. "The kids were so delighted to be part of it."

JAM Enterprises and Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh (CMP) have established a partnership to foster and promote cultures of kindness in Pittsburgh area schools. Made possible by the generous support of The Grable Foundation and Pennsylvania Department of Education. The Pittsburgh Commitment to Kindness (PCK) pilot initiative uses a cohort-model to support schools in developing a kindness project over the 2018-2019 academic year. Cohort members participate in professional learning experiences, r

Kindness. A heartfelt word frequently used, sometimes lost in the expectation of doing. Kindness is defined differently to everyone; acts of kindness are relevant to a person or situation. How do you define kindness in your life? According to a February 2017 article on kindness.org, people defined kindness in the following actions: • Showing empathy – ranks high at 27 percent. This includes listening to others with compassion and understanding their feelings. • Smiling – ranks second at 20 per