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Aqua Magazine
Plenty of people have reported high levels of exhaustion from the simple act of trying to keep up with the news in recent years. That challenge is only compounded when there's an added need to cut through the constant din of agitated conflict in search of industry information — the type that doesn't often lead nightly news broadcasts.
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Aqua Magazine
Over the past year, the Manufacturers Council has focused on the industry's inability to attract and retain good employees at the dealer level. Listening to these discussions led me to a moment of pause. After reflecting upon the dealers with whom I have enjoyed long-standing relationships, it occurred to me that they were now, or would soon be, entering the twilight of their careers.
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The Atlantic
Ever since Instagram first allowed brands to make shoppable posts, consumers have been asking for the same from influencers — from whom, after all, most Instagram users are getting their product recommendations.
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The Washington Post
The trade war with China is heading straight for Americans' wallets.
Shoppers can expect to soon see higher prices on everyday items like shampoo, suitcases and salmon, as the latest round of tariffs trickles down to consumers. American businesses have so far shouldered much of the burden of rising costs, but owners say they now have little choice but to pass on the 25% tariff to shoppers.
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Business 2 Community
In today's competitive landscape, customers expect a lot more from brands and businesses they buy from. As an entrepreneur, you come up with new innovative ideas to serve your customers but how do you really know if that's what the customers really want? You may offer world-class products and yet the customers continue to buy from old outdated brands. How do we fix this?
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Exhibitor Online
Unless you have been on a media fast, you've probably heard that the new marketing target is the influencer. You knew that, right? In the past, when you checked the "influencer" box on a form, you were identifying a person who recommended a product or service, not the actual purchaser. But there's a new world, and influencers aren't people who simply nod (or shake) their heads.
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By Michelle R. Matisons
The U.S. trade war with China has heated up, and now there is much speculation about daily life for American manufacturers and their employees. What obstacles do manufacturers face and what happens to jobs in such an unstable climate?
While many trade war theories circulate, an overvalued American dollar is said to be the root cause of the problem — and thus is not likely to be addressed anytime soon.
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Machine Design
If linear motion technology is featured in your factory, it's likely that it plays a largely mechanical role in your production processes. But as digital technology continues to evolve, linear motion technology is starting to play an increasingly important role in the factory of the future. Linear motion technology solutions of the future can enable manufacturers to capture data, optimize processes, and predict wear sooner and with greater accuracy than ever before.
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Bob Vila
Darkness needn't put a damper on backyard activities like swimming and barbecuing. By installing backyard lighting, you can keep the party going long after dusk, boost outdoor ambiance and protect your property from unseen threats.
The three main types of backyard illumination are safety lighting to deter prowlers and improve navigation, landscape lighting to accentuate garden features and accent lighting to put the focus on the hardscape.
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Waterco’s award winning MultiCyclone is a brilliant revolutionary filtration device that works on the basis of centrifugal water filtration. It captures 80% of the dirt load before it ever reaches the media filter and is designed with no moving parts and no filter media to clean or replace.
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Building Safety Journal
Drowning is still a leading cause of accidental death in the United States. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, drowning is the leading cause of accidental death for children ages 1–4, the second leading cause for children under 14, and remains in the top five causes of accidental death up to age 55. Drowning is reported as the fifth leading cause of accidental death in the United States overall. It is worth noting that more children ages 1–4 die from accidental drowning than motor vehicle accidents. We seem to be in a repeating circle as our drowning numbers in the United States remain nearly steady year after year.
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To help you better understand what proposed legislation and regulations mean for you and your business, PHTA reports on bills that affect the pool, spa and hot tub industry as they are filed. Members also receive email alerts on any proposed rules affecting the pool, spa or hot tub industry in their area. These six states needs your immediate attention. For more information, email Jennifer Hatfield at jhatfield@apsp.org.
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Chlorine margins are shrinking. With Card On Guard you can earn $50 on every unit sold. Combined with the 50% of chlorine the pool owner still purchases from you, you earn more than selling chlorine alone.
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PHTA
PHTA has partnered with Aqualine/Venture Pacific Financial Services to give you quality solutions to key issues you face. Venture Pacific Financial Services/Aqualine just released a new video that goes in depth into how their 401K services benefit you. Check it out here! In the video, they illustrate how real companies have used their 401K management services to save time, save money and have reduced liability. You’ll get peace of mind knowing that they haven’t failed an audit and can set you up for success. Contact Venture Pacific Financial Services, Managing Director, Brian Brummell at bbrummell@vpisfinancial.com or call him at 949.421.3532.
PHTA
PHTA's National Water Safety Month Partner, National Recreation and Parks Association (NRPA) has a great new podcast you should check it. Tune in to NRPA's podcast, Open Space Radio, as they chat with Mark Foote, aquatics superintendent for the City of Chandler Parks and Recreation in Arizona, about why he thinks it's especially to be able to change the approach to things like hiring in order attract and retain different generations—specifically Millennials and Gen Z. They also explore the current claims about a lifeguard shortage. For more information about NRPA, email NRPA Cort Jones at CJones@nrpa.org.
PHTA
On Tuesday, April 30, 2019, PHTA's Vice President of Technical & Standards Carvin DiGiovanni and Susan Hilaski Director of Standards Promotion & Adoption went to the American National Standards Institute (ANSI) in New York to attend The American Way: The American National Standard (ANS) Development Process. Since 1983, the association has been accredited by ANSI to develop and promote voluntary consensus standards for pools, hot tubs, and spas. It serves as one of 240 Standards Development Organizations (SDOs) in the United States. ANSI audits are performed every five years.
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You'll want to check out their article 2019 Trends in Payments for Small Businesses so you can know of start implementing current payment systems in your business. For more information on the services and savings you received as a PHTA member using TSYS services, call 800.354.3988.
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