Soho Theatre Walthamstow revives live performances at historic venue

Soho Theatre Walthamstow revives live performances at historic venue

The former Granada cinema in Walthamstow, east London, is reopening as Soho Theatre Walthamstow after a major restoration. The Grade II* listed venue will feature a 960-seat auditorium, three studio spaces, and four bars. Scheduled to launch in May, the theatre will showcase a diverse program, including performances by Sara Pascoe, Rosie Jones, a pantomime, and a new show by Bryony Kimmings, mirroring the vibrant offerings of its central London counterpart.  -------------------------------- ​ It opened as a Victorian music hall, had various incarnations as a picture house and hosted concerts by the Beatles, Dusty Springfield and James Brown. But for…
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New On Market: Life at the Water’s Edge

New On Market: Life at the Water’s Edge

Realogics SIR Step into this two-bedroom Park Model home on prime Oak Bay, where days are drenched in sunlight and evenings mean stunning sunsets over the water and mountains. Consider living in the Park Model while you’re building your special permanent cottage on the bay. Or, use the property as a beloved family summer retreat with no-bank waterfront access. You’ll also have an RV hookup on-site with 30 amp service and a water/dump station. A fully finished, heated, one-bedroom cottage with a deck, also on-site, is perfect for guest or office space, or even as a playhouse for the kids.…
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Why the U.S. has a home insurance crisis

Why the U.S. has a home insurance crisis

Real EstateHistorically destructive wildfires ripped through Southern California this month, leaving more than 16,000 structures destroyed and insurers facing $40 billion in payouts. The disaster compounds an already dire situation for California's insurance market after multiple home insurers limited underwriting or pulled out of the state all together. Now, California joins a growing list of states, including Florida, Louisiana, and Texas, who are facing a shrinking home insurer pool.  ​Read More
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Under Biden, 2024 Marked the Slowest U.S. Home Sales Period in 30 Years

Under Biden, 2024 Marked the Slowest U.S. Home Sales Period in 30 Years

WPJ News Center In 2024, existing U.S. home sales fell to their lowest annual level since 1995, with just 4.06 million homes sold on an annualized basis. This steep decline was driven by 23-year high mortgage rates, extreme home price inflation, restrictive government regulations, declining consumer sentiment and a shortage of housing inventory. However, according to the National Association of Realtors (NAR), existing-home sales showed small signs of recovery in December 2024, post-election. Sales increased in three of the four major U.S. regions while slipping in the Midwest. Year-over-year, sales improved across all regions. Total existing-home sales, which include single-family…
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Demi Adejuyigbe’s comedy backflip is reminiscent of Evel Knievel’s stunts

Demi Adejuyigbe’s comedy backflip is reminiscent of Evel Knievel’s stunts

Demi Adejuyigbe, known for his diverse comedy career from online skits to writing for The Good Place, unexpectedly received a best newcomer nomination at the Edinburgh Fringe for his debut solo show. Titled "Demi Adejuyigbe Is Going to Do One (1) Backflip," the performance featured a unique gimmick where he aimed to master a new skill, blending humor with an Evel Knievel-style stunt that intrigued audiences.  -------------------------------- ​ If you wanted a career that sums up the amorphous nature of modern comedy – from online content creation to the live stage and more besides – Demi Adejuyigbe’s would be hard…
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10 Simple Ways to Demonstrate Client Appreciation and Build Stronger Relationships

10 Simple Ways to Demonstrate Client Appreciation and Build Stronger Relationships

Client appreciation enhances relationships and boosts retention without significant costs. When customers feel valued, they are more likely to remain loyal and refer others. To implement an effective appreciation strategy, focus on your most valuable clients, personalize your messages, send handwritten notes, and combine individual and group appreciation efforts. Utilize holidays for special gestures and consider offering discounts or freebies to recurring customers to strengthen loyalty and foster growth.  ------------------------------------- ​ Client appreciation improves your client relationships and facilitates retention—and it doesn’t cost much to execute. When customers feel appreciated, they’re much more likely to stick around, and they’re more…
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The Psychology of Customer Service: Science-Based Strategies to Improve Engagement

The Psychology of Customer Service: Science-Based Strategies to Improve Engagement

Customer satisfaction is vital for business success, significantly impacting brand loyalty and financial performance. A study shows that traders using customer satisfaction data outperform peers. To enhance customer satisfaction, consider these practices: view your organization as an interconnected ecosystem, envision the ideal customer experience in detail, and learn from competitors to improve strategies. Notable examples include Sam Walton's customer-focused decisions and Lee Cockerell's emphasis on understanding customer perspectives.  ------------------------------------- ​ Taking care of customers has always been crucial to business success. In fact, stock experts have found that brand loyalty is the most reliable aspect in predicting a company's performances…
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