Here are my six tips for retail …

1/Always put the customers interests first.
2/Treat all your customers as “your most important”.
3/Provide as much product/usage information as possible.
4/Never lie to a customer.
5/Know your product,often times your knowelege is a big part of the customers percieved value in the purchase.
6/Always put yourself in your customers shoes,it will go a long way in insuring you provide the best service possible.

By David Hircock

Dust contains moulds that often grow together with different bacteria. According to the Education Safety Association of Ontario, breathing airborne particles of mould can cause numerous kinds of health problems including nasal, throat, eye and skin irritations, coughing and wheezing. Bacteria are a common thing that help to spread viruses and cause many other health conditions such as: allergies, headaches, fatigue, nausea, depression, skin rashes and sore throats (The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases).

Mold is dangerous; not only may it cause health problems; it is a living organism that will destroy anything it is growing on, including furniture, cupboards, carpets and even walls.  If you notice any sign of mould growing in your home, you must remove it immediately with thorough cleaning.

In addition to carrying mould, dust that travels in the air can also carry germs and other harmful bacteria. Studies conducted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) found that indoor exposure to harmful air pollutants could be up to one hundred times greater than outdoors. Regular cleaning will help decrease the amount of dust floating in your home.

Being thorough is essential as bacteria are not always visible with the naked eye. Bacteria are everywhere, in the carpet, sofa, walls, door knob, washrooms, and especially in the kitchen. Special attention should be taken on cleaning the kitchen because it is a good breeding place for bacteria.

Help keep you and your family safe and healthy with these simple steps:

• Clean regularly
• Use a good disinfected cleaner that kills germs
• Don’t forget to wipe down handles to cupboards, fridges, and doors
• Get every spot, clean underneath furniture in the corners and inside appliances
• Be mindful of cross contamination, especially in the kitchen
• Always ensure your cleaning tools are often disinfected
• Get help if you need it

Deborah Nembhard-Colquhoun is a mother of three in Ajax and owns Divine Touch Cleaning Services providing residential and commercial cleaning.

Contest is open to all Durham Region students grades K-12.

Write a true story!
Create a work of fiction!
Write a poem!
Create a comic or graphic novel!

Stories and poems can be sad, funny, exciting, mysterious or adventurous.
Anything goes!

Entries will be judged by grade-level, for creativity and originality.
Winning entries will be published!
Proceeds from the sale of this book will go to
the Humane Society of Durham Region.

Don’t forget to create original art to complement your work

Pages MUST be 8.5 x 11 inches PORTRAIT format and SINGLE SIDED.
DO NOT put text on illustrations.
A completed entry form must accompany each submission.
Please submit your entry(s) in an envelope. DO NOT FOLD!

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Contest Rules

Stop by the SquidPress booth on October 28th at the GM Centre in Oshawa
to submit your entry and pick up some free goodies!

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FURRY FABLES SUBMISSION LOCATIONS

(check back as we add new locations)
Contact us if you’d like your company to become a partner

Baker Animal Clinic 1627 Dundas Street East Whitby, Ontario L1N 2K9 Oshawa Animal Hospital 670 Taunton Road West Oshawa, ON. L1H 7K4 Pet Valu 1 Warren Avenue Oshawa, ON L1J 4E9 Pet Valu 243 King Street East Bowmanville, ON L1C 3X1
www.humanedurham.com

Although the thought of having your picture taken can rate up there with having a root canal, there are ways to make the process fun and enjoyable. So in choosing a photographer, rather then picking up the yellow pages, flipping to PHOTOGRAPHER, closing your eyes, randomly pointing at the page while saying “Eenie, meenie, minie, moe,” take a few minutes to read through the following suggestions:”

• Talk to family, friends, and co-workers for recommendations. Word of mouth is often the best way to find a photographer. Ask to see prints and albums to view the quality of work.

• Surf the web and browse photography sites to find a compatible style. If the photographer has profile page and/or picture, take time to check it out as it will give you a feel for the photographer’s personality.

• Bookmark any sites that have visually appealing images paying attention to quality: Are the pictures clear? Are the images well composed? Are the camera angles flattering? Do the skin tones look natural? Do the people look good in the pictures? Do the pictures reflect your sense of style?

• Prepare a checklist of questions to ask the photographer(s): What is the length of a photo session? Where will the photo session take place? What is included in the package/price? Are full-resolution digital images included in the price? What is the payment plan? How will the images be presented for selection after the shoot (proofs, online gallery, etc)? Are specialty products (coffee table art books, photo cards, photo bags, etc.) available?

• Contact various selected photographers on the phone to get a greater sense of their personality and to determine your comfort level with them. As well be sure to discuss your ideas and vision for the photo session.

• Choose a photographer whose style and work you love. If price is an issue, consider saving for that photo session now. Photography is an investment that will only appreciate in the years to come.

For further tips regarding your photo session, feel free to contact Jackie of Insignia Photography today.