Whether a robust middle class still exists in Trinidad and Tobago is a complex question with no easy answer. Here’s what we know: Arguments for an existing middle class in Trinidad and Tobago The World Bank’s income-based definition of the middle class, placing individuals earning between US$10 and US$50 per …
Read More »How Trinidad can skyrocket TTD to match the mighty USD
Imagine a Trinidad and Tobago where buying that dream gadget with TTD wouldn’t require dipping into a bottomless wallet. Picture shelves stocked with affordable imported goods, businesses seamlessly accessing global trade markets, and tourists flocking to shores where their dollars stretch further. This friends, is the alluring vision of a …
Read More »The ethics of tracking job applicants
In today’s competitive job market, finding the right talent can be a challenge for both employers and job applicants. While traditional methods like posting on job boards can yield results, they often lack the efficiency and reach needed to connect with the best candidates. That’s where Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) …
Read More »How to become a remote video editor
Becoming a remote video editor involves creating and editing video content for various purposes while working remotely. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you become a remote video editor. 18 Steps to becoming a remote video editor 1. Learn video editing software Master video editing software such as Adobe Premiere …
Read More »Blighted boom: Substandard projects scar Belt and Road Initiative across nations
The gleaming Diego Martin Vehicular Overpass in Trinidad and Tobago stood in stark contrast to the shadows cast by substandard Chinese construction projects creeping across Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) countries. These infamous “Tofu-Dreg” projects, as they’re dubbed in China, reached a new level of alarming on December 24, 2023, …
Read More »How to become an online wedding planner
Becoming an online wedding planner involves assisting couples in planning and organising their dream weddings virtually. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you become an online wedding planner. 18 Steps to becoming an online wedding planner 1. Wedding industry knowledge Develop a comprehensive understanding of wedding trends, traditions, vendors, and …
Read More »Native advertising: The key to engaging your audience
In today’s crowded digital landscape, traditional ads are starting to fade into the background. Consumers are savvy, they’re inundated with marketing messages, and they can smell a sales pitch a mile away. This is why native advertising is becoming an increasingly powerful tool for marketers and businesses. What is native …
Read More »Dubai real estate: Booming market with investment opportunities
Dubai real estate is increasingly proving irresistible to investors and agencies. The United Arab Emirates (UAE) property market continues to gain momentum, as evidenced by the Dubai Department of Lands and Real Estate (DLD) reporting transactions totalling AED 26.5 billion (approximately US$70 billion) in May 2022 alone. The total volume …
Read More »Why Trinidad and Tobago welcomes self-checkout while US stores wave goodbye
As gleaming self-checkout terminals blink and beep their way into supermarkets across Trinidad and Tobago, a curious trend ripples across the Atlantic: major US retailers are hitting the brakes. Walmart, Kroger, and even Costco – the very giants who championed automation – are quietly pulling the plug on self-checkout lanes, …
Read More »How to become an online survey taker
Becoming an online survey taker involves participating in market research by providing feedback and opinions on various products, services, and topics. Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you become an online survey taker. 18 Steps to becoming an online survey taker 1. Research survey websites Search for legitimate survey websites …
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