Evolution has always been responsible for breaking myths and false impressions along the way by changing the reality and allowing us humans to enter a realm of change. When speaking from the business point of view, the world has definitely witnessed ample change and shift in attention, but nothing in the agenda has been as tremendous as the growth of small scale business. To help readers understand the ground on which the topic of small businesses is being seen, it's important for a certain amount of spotlight to be shown on it's past. The category of the population who earned the much-coveted term of businessmen have always been considered as the elitist and coincidentally the wisest of all commoners in the strata of humans. Being wise in nature, by default business minds always encouraged change, upward movement, and evolution. It never might be the case that the world of business has suffered a phase of being stagnant and motionless. The world of business is a testament to what change can be and do. Traces of small scale businesses can be founds scattered in bits and pieces throughout elements of history but when focused singularly on the recent past, such kinds of businesses saw major fame and craze around the 1950s. This was the time when large scale industries and businesses were not reliable in terms of sources of income or over all reliability. There was huge chaos in the economies of all the big countries in the world which were a result of wide spread war and shift in the budget of all countries from common welfare to warfare. In such trying times, the common public joined hands and all the savings they had to create what was then called cottage industries. These industries had limited vacancies for employment, limited range in terms of manufacturing capability, and an endless scope of making profit by incorporating newer trends and observing how those trends were accepted or rejected by consumers. The modern day terms the effort to build a small-scale business as entrepreneurship. The mother word of the term, entrepreneur has been accepted with much pomp and glory in the business tables all around the globe. This word is not just a new addition to a widely accepted dictionary, its meaning has given hope and a possibility to many who dared to dream different and enter risky grounds and selecting the category of business they wanted to venture into. In the beginning of the 21st century, the word was just another fancy term one never uses but often sees in newspaper articles and in spelling contests. From there, the term has held much value and it has become a flag bearer for the biggest wave of wide spread positive change the business world has witnessed in centuries.

A very uncomfortable feeling arises when the stomach is unsettled. A feeling like stabbing, pulsating, burning, throbbing, or even cramping is experienced inside the abdominal area. The intensity differs but there is a lot of desperation to find relief. There are different reasons as to why your stomach hurts. Therefore, every stomach ache cannot have the same treatment. The common ones could use the age old home remedies to heal. Here's a list of few things you could try Wonders Of Baking Soda The other name is sodium bicarbonate. The antacid property of this substance eases out the burning sensation in the stomach. To prepare this, take a half teaspoon of baking soda and add it to a half cup of water. The Hot Bottle Use a hot bottle of water on the surface of the stomach after eating food helps in making the process of digestion easier. It aids in a thorough cleaning of the stomach without any residual matter left behind. Thus, you'll have lesser stomach problems. The Prune Juice Trick The unpleasant sensations in the stomach especially due to constipation can be very annoying. The feeling of gurgling and shifting can cause a temporary increase in the pain. Prunes are laxatives which ease out pain and the uncomfortable sensation. A quick relief can be expected from this one! The Other Miracles Of Alcohol The bitterness of alcohol can naturally cure stomach pain and bring about a relief. These bitters contain a blend of ginger, mint, fennel, and cinnamon which are known to cure the stomach ache. Bland Food Although it can taste horrible, it should be eaten to prevent it from getting worse. Bland food is food without any spices and salts. Banana, rice, applesauce, and toast (BRAT) are rich in nutrition and can help in easing the stomach. Follow the BRAT diet to heal faster. Lime And Water For people who cannot have fennel, lemon water comes to the rescue. The acidic property of lemon triggers the hydrochloric acid in the stomach to break down food and keep things smooth. Crackers Munching on crackers can help in managing stomach ache by neutralizing the acid concentration in the stomach. Consuming crackers along with some hot tea can relieve the discomfort in the stomach and eliminate nausea. A Banana A Day Keeps Stomach Problems At Bay Not just apples, but bananas too have the property of curing stomach ailments. This is due to its bland taste.

From rabbits to horses and hamsters to guinea pigs, there is a wide range of animals that people adopt. However, dogs seem to be the most popular of them all. A survey shows that 7 out of 10 people in the country prefer to adopt dogs vis-à-vis any other animal. So, read on to know what makes dogs one of the best pets. Humans feel secure in the presence of dogs. They’re loyal, irrespective of how fierce some of them could possibly look. The very thought that our furry friend is waiting for us back at home gives immense joy and hope in life. Dogs offer impeccable security to their owners; they sense danger quicker than humans and they are also quick to react to any unsafe situation. We have seen innumerable stories of dogs' bravery, making them our little knights in furry armor! A plethora of research has been done on dogs to understand what is really going in their minds when they see their masters, or when the master is in danger. While this sense of belonging could take ages to figure out, it is true that dogs are the best friend one could possibly have, especially if one is going through depression or any other low phase in their life. The patience the dogs show towards elderly, people with mental illness or people who are sick is truly remarkable. They certainly have a very keen sense of perception which helps them to identify the owner’s emotions. Whether one is happy or sad, the dog clearly knows and their ability to hear you out ensures that you never battle your demons alone. Dogs also ensure that their masters end up leading a good health. Dogs are required to have regular exercises, which means their masters have to take them for regular walks. When it comes to dogs, one is literally left with no option but to head out for a walk in the park! In all our years of evolution, dogs have closely walked with us, loved and cared for us for who we are, hunted with us and have also died with us. It is certainly not surprising that dogs have always remained popular amidst humanity.

It is said that the best way to feel stylish on a budget is to buy second hand. Buying things that are already used has always been a good way to save a few dollars. Such a saving, however, comes with its risks. If you are looking to buy second hand or pre-owned bikes, the risk is likely to get multiplied. It is important therefore, to be doubly sure and go through a process of rechecks when buying a pre-owned bike. Such a measure ensures that you don't buy into someone else's negligence! Here are some basic precautions that you must employ to reduce the risks involved in second hand deals.

Be sure you ask a lot of questions. One of the most fundamental questions that needs to be asked is why the owner wants to dispense with their prized possession. Only proceed further, if the answer to this very important and crucial question sounds fully genuine and satisfactory. If the owner sounds touchy or visibly conscious, be sure to end the deal. This question will open up a box of other questions that you must ask to be convinced that your deal isn't a risky one.

Delve deeper into the usage history. Whether parts of your bike had been previously changed. If changed, what parts were they and when exactly did they last service their bike? Answers to these questions would help you understand a great deal about the actual working condition of the bike.

Another important concern to beware of is whether the bike for sale has ever been crashed or in any accident. If you find anything shady about the answers, ditch their bike immediately. Since checking over a bike for damage requires experience, you could find stores or specialists that engage in such pursuits for a small fee. If this option doesn't work for you, you could try checking for apparent flaws.

It is rather important that the bike you buy has a sound and flawless frame. To ensure this, you could check for any obvious dents, scratches or visible damages and even chips. Even a small crack in a carbon frame can lead to fatal results. If you are checking an alloy bike, be sensitive to corrosion stemming from rust or paint bubbling.

Tires are most likely to be in the best condition, since replacing them is inexpensive and easy. Most tires have a small hole in the center of the tire indicating some wear and tear. If no such signs are visible it means there is no tread left and they need to be replaced.

Be sensitive to unusual movement and squeaky noises. If the bike that is up for sale happens to make unusual noises, it means it has a story to tell. This story may be about the bike being poorly maintained. Suspension in bike is another area that is affected by daily wear and tear. It is also worth questioning whether the suspensions had ever been replaced, repaired or changed.

Once all of the above is checked and considered, you could probably get an expert to check the parts. Make sure you only proceed further with price negotiations once you are thoroughly convinced that all is well with the bike. It is always wise to be sure that you don't save some only to pay a bigger price later! If getting a basic bike and saving on the extra buck is your only criteria, make sure that you choose wisely!

Are you on the verge of retiring? Then you must start thinking about your post-retirement investments. You must look for safe investments that will give you a good annual return. It is not possible nowadays to get 5% to 7% ROI. But there are many safe places to invest. To find out safe places you need to know the type of investments that provide the protection of principals- FDIC insured money market accounts, savings accounts, and short term CDs. You will get around annual yields of 1% or so if you look for the highest paying accounts. You may go to those high-yield checking accounts, who make you jump through lots of hoops like doing a fixed number of transaction every month. Here you may look for a little more, like 1.5% return. Most of the times they limit the amount $25,000 or less, on which they will pay their highest rate. You can go to a longer time CD. There you may get around 2% returning. But Financial Industry Regulatory Authority alerts advice to be very careful about the pitches for high yielding CDs. They can even drag you towards several other retirement investment plans. All these accounts will help your money to grow fast but tax-free. You need to pay the tax only when you take out the money from your account and close it. Though this does not happen with Roth IRAs. Here no tax is due at the withdrawal of the money. If you take out the money before reaching the age of 59 and a half, mostly you will need to pay a 10% penalty added to the regular income tax. The Internal Revenue Service has their own complicated rules and regulations for different types of retirement accounts. There are certain tax breaks which are only available to those people having a certain amount of income. So you need to check the IRS website very well for details or go to your account. If you are doing a thorough retirement investment planning, then keep this information handy!

It is not an easy decision to buy auto parts, especially with so many options available. Buying used auto parts instead of new ones is an equally effective option. Also, even though new auto parts like car batteries, OEM parts, etc. have never been used, there is no guarantee that no problems will be caused down the line. Hence, used auto parts of equivalent, good quality are preferred by many people. Below are the top three reasons to buy used auto parts: Saves a lot of money One of the key and obvious reasons used auto parts are beneficial is that they save a lot of money. New auto parts are expensive as they have never been used before and are branded. Used auto parts are conveniently a more cost-effective option, especially in case of older vehicles where a vital part is needed to be replaced. As it does not make sense to invest in new auto parts for an old car with over 200,000 miles on it, opting for used parts instead of new ones is said to save thousands of dollars in the long run. Availability You can buy used auto parts from several vendors like junkyards, auto auctions, online sellers, used parts dealers, and auto parts stores. The huge availability of used auto parts stores both online and offline makes it quite easy and accessible to find auto parts for any vehicle. However, while choosing an auto part store, ensure that the company has a good reputation on its own and a well-established consumer reputation. Refurbished for resale When used auto parts are resold, most of them are professionally refurbished again to meet their purpose successfully. This ensures that the refurbished auto parts have been treated well enough to make them as valuable and effective as brand new auto parts. Even though refurbished parts may be slightly expensive, they still happen to be quite cheaper than new auto parts. Also, the reason refurbished auto parts are expensive is because of the extra cost of reconditioning and restoring of auto parts to make them as effective as brand new.