Business

The House Cleaning Business Startup Manual – Part I

Starting a business often requires a lot of money to get it up and running. However, service-related startups can often be started for less money than most people would expect. A house cleaning business is one of those businesses. With just a few hundred dollars, you can be up and running for business success.

supplies

In order to clean houses you will need some supplies. Wal-Mart, Costco, and Sam’s Club (or any other club membership store) are great places to buy your supplies for less money. A good rule of thumb is that most customers expect you to bring your own tools and supplies. They don’t want to go to the store and stock up on cleaning supplies before you come. What will you need? A small step stool or ladder (2-rung ladder or 4-rung ladder), industrial-grade bathroom cleaner and toilet bowl cleaner, an all-purpose cleaner, high-grade window cleaner, mild scouring cleaner, carpet cleaner, furniture, hardwood floor cleaner, a set of buckets, a cleaning cart and a bag of cleaning cloths and voila. The initial set of supplies will probably cost you around $100.00 to $200.00. Try to buy sizes in bulk as it will save you money in the long run. Avoid being the cheapest because you often get what you pay for: cheap stuff. You want quality so you can do quality cleaning work. Quality work will impress your clients and keep them coming back.

Some customers prefer to use certain brands at home. This could have several reasons. Talk to each customer if you have any concerns or preferences. Some people have health problems and prefer to use only brand X as an example. Ask them to have enough supplies on hand if they want you to use their supplies. Important Marketing Tip: A special selling point might be to advertise that your service options include environmentally friendly cleaning products.

In most cases you will be able to use a customer’s vacuum. Find out in your pre-screening process if that will work for each individual customer or if they expect you to bring a vacuum cleaner. To keep the initial cost down, you can require customers to supply a vacuum cleaner.

Important: Do not use the same cleaning tools on different surfaces. As an example, it is highly recommended to use one mop for tile floors and another for hardwood floors. Different cleaners used on the same mop can have harsh effects on surfaces for which they were not developed.

Rates and prices

The prices and fees that you will be able to charge have various dependencies. The most critical dependency is your geographic location. An area with high incomes among a large part of the population will allow you to ask for higher prices. You’ll also find more customers in areas like low-income households that aren’t really your preferred target group.

Important: Cleaning jobs must be quoted per project/job and not per hour. There is a bit of psychology when looking at it from the customer’s point of view. The client knows that he has to pay $75.00 to clean the house, they don’t really care if it takes 3 hours or 5 hours. If the same job was priced by the hour, the client could look more closely at how long it takes to clean the house and eventually ask why it took him an hour just for the 2 bathrooms in his house. Both you and your client will know in advance what the price of cleaning the house is. Customers will like the fact that they don’t have to expect any surprises if it takes you 2 hours longer to get the job done.

Pricing strategies: Cleaning a house is not always the same. You must differentiate between the initial cleaning of a place and the maintenance cleaning. Imagine a dilapidated house – it will take you much longer to clean a really messy place compared to one that is cleaned regularly. If clients want to hire you on a recurring basis, the job should start with a “clean-up.” Initial cleaning should be priced at approximately 50% above your normal rate for the same job. If you charge $75.00 for 1,500 SQFT. house with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, the initial cleaning should cost the client between $100.00 and $125.00. The initial cleanup protects both sides from disappointment and also ensures that you are in a position to deliver quality work.

To find out what the going rate is for house cleaning in your area, you should check with your competition. Get pricing information from established companies like “Molly Maid” as well as sole proprietors who work alone or only with a small team. You also have to put a fair value on your own time and take that into account. Set up your own price list for houses of different sizes. Base your asking price on a standard 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with approx. 1,500 square feet. from space. A 4 bed/3 bath home with approx. 2,200 square feet. should increase its price from $15.00 to $25.00. As a general rule of thumb, you can add $10.00 or $20.00 per 1,000 SQFT. of space in the house to cover your time and expenses (instead of working with the number of bedrooms/bathrooms).

Exclusions: Window cleaning, oven cleaning, and refrigerator cleaning are not included in standard house cleaning jobs. You should charge $15.00-$25.00 for ovens and refrigerators and about $5.00 for interior window (regular size/easy access).

Important: Do not work the market with prices that are too low. It will be difficult to raise prices later when it is more established. Getting customers is not just a question of prices. Consider how much it would cost you to hire someone to do the same job and still make some money doing the work for you after having to pay your employee’s salary. Put a fair value on your own work. House cleaning is hard work.

Home Kitchen

Kitchen Cabinet Installation to Fit Any Budget

Renovating a house can be a big job. There are many factors to consider, including choosing an interactive kitchen design, which can make it difficult for a novice. The kitchen is one of the most used areas of a house that needs constant repairs, which can be quite expensive. One has to make a conscious effort, when deciding on a DIY kitchen cabinet installation, that fits within the budget.

The type of material you choose for your DIY kitchen cabinet installation will determine the cost of the project. There are different ranges that are available. Mahogany, cherry, or walnut cost more than maple or oak cabinets, so if one is on a budget, they can be used to match existing kitchen countertops. You can go for metal, if you want to keep the cost down. The advantage of using metal is that it doesn’t warp in hot and humid conditions, but metal looks better in a modern kitchen than in a home that has more traditional decor.

Wood is a natural choice for most people. These ready-to-install kitchen cabinets come in various finishes. You can find many catalogs that have beautiful kitchen island ideas. If you can stain cabinets, you can buy unfinished cabinets and do it yourself. Prefab cabinets are available in any stain or color and finishes in any gloss from matte to gloss.

You may prefer to paint kitchen cabinet products that have a professional finish. If you have the right tools, you can easily do it. Hiring a professional can be expensive, but you are guaranteed a good finish, because they are well trained on the job. It all depends on your budget and how you value the finished product.

Hardware should be considered when you are considering installing a DIY kitchen cabinet as you need to pay attention to selecting the correct hardware including knobs, brackets, hinges that come in different colors and styles depending on the taste of the customer. Choose the best finishes available, keeping in mind the moderation of your budget.

Relationship

It Wasn’t Your Fault – Stop Your Guilt Trip Easily

If something bad happened to you in your past, it could stay in your mind forever.

That’s a pretty daunting introduction, but the truth is hard, and it’s also very important.

You may experience a series of sexual violations, emotional torment, or even physical abuse. Destroy your adult life.

Let’s start from the beginning. Childhood plays a critical role in human life. Helps develop self-esteem, self-confidence and essential life skills. So entering adolescence is a joy and a pleasure.

Many people experienced something opposite. Its beginning was confusing and hurtful. They got nothing but suppressed talents, pain and depression.

This painful theme of emotional trauma is still present today. Your mind can block out all traumatic memories and feelings to protect you. You may even believe that your childhood was fantastic and carefree.

Your parents or close relatives allegedly abused you. Since you were a child, you interacted with these people on a daily basis.

Children can create a strong bond, especially with parents. In other words, they crave love and attention. It makes them loyal and vulnerable to pain as well. They are trusted so they cannot notice any danger to their person.

If you grew up in a dysfunctional family, you got used to pain and suffering. You did not realize or understand what is happening. How is it that a young child can even name a situation as toxic and abusive?

If you were hurt, your weak mind accepted it as true for you. If this is true, it means that you are a sick child; you don’t deserve for love, you’re not good enough, etc.

When children begin to feel this way, they punish themselves to correct their behavior. So the only way is to take the blame and responsibility for the abuse. They do everything to protect the family. Maybe one day they will receive a little love in return.

Then you can still have ‘your perfect loving family’ in your young la-la world mind.

Yes, you were hypnotized with a false agenda. Your mind was cloudy, not clear and confused to see the truth. You believed and accepted those lies as fact. It’s a pretty bad start to creating a happy life too.

It is like being shot in the foot when you blame yourself and take all the blame for the violence of your abuser. It is as if a computer virus infected your mind.

It drains your essential life force energy and makes you feel unhappy and depressed. You can’t be happy and carefree.

Humans avoid pain at all costs. If they don’t know how to get rid of it, they hide and pretend it doesn’t exist. Hiding and faking your life will never solve anything.

There is a solution to this drama. He must face the abuse and accept the challenge of purging it from his heart if he is ready to do so.

Then freedom, self-empowerment and vital energy will return to normal.

Gaming

Top 10 Classic Sci-Fi Movies of the 50s

Are you a fan of black and white B movies like me? No? Well you should be! You’re missing out on some great movies. Some are so bad that they are good; if only for its entertainment value. And, some of the good ones are great! Either way, they are all classics in my book. Many, many great sci-fi classics came out of this decade, many more than 10. But I had to choose. So here are some of my favorites.

10.Journey to the Center of the Earth: 1959

This sci-fi adventure follows a team of explorers (3 men and one woman) through an extinct Icelandic volcano that leads to the center of the earth. Along the way, they encounter floodwaters, dinosaurs, a giant Gila monster, and as always, the evil adversary trying to stop and/or kill them so they can get to the center first.

At a time when women had little power and independence, this was one of the first films to portray a woman as a strong and capable member of the team, rather than the helpless damsel in distress. It had great special effects for the time. With big stars like James Mason, Pat Boone, and Arlene Dahl, it was way above the typical sci-fi movie of the decade. I didn’t see the remake.

9. Invaders from Mars: 1953

It scared the hell out of me the first time I saw it! It begins with young David looking at the stars one night from his bedroom window. He sees a flying saucer land in the sand pit near his house. He runs to alert his parents and insists that his father go investigate. His father disappears into the sand pit and doesn’t return until the next morning… but somehow he has “changed”. He sees a scar on the back of his father’s neck and realizes something has happened to him.

The nightmare expands as many of the local inhabitants are slowly “changing” as well. No one believes David at first, but he eventually convinces a scientist and a doctor that something is seriously wrong. Together they foil the invasion and save the world. The mummy-shaped Martians and their disembodied leader, with his head in a fishbowl and multiple appendages, are especially “creepy.” The remakes are fine, but I liked this one better.

8. 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea: 1954

A visually appealing interpretation of the Jules Verne classic, this film has inspired several movie remakes and a successful television series. It was the first and only science fiction film produced by Walt Disney himself, and one of the best in the genre.

With a star-studded cast including Kirk Douglas, James Mason and Peter Lorre, it is the story of a naval officer and his crew who are tasked with investigating the disappearances of ships on the high seas by a ‘sea monster’. . They soon discover that the ‘monster’ is actually a submarine-like ship led by the sinister and enigmatic Captain Nemo, whose only goal in life is to bring peace to the world by destroying all of the world’s warships. Great adventure and special effects.

7. The Thing (From Outer Space): 1951

Anyone remember Gunsmoke lawman James Arness? Well, this was his first movie. He plays The Thing, a creature that crash-landed in the frozen Arctic sometime in the distant past. His ship and his frozen body are discovered by a group of scientific investigators. They cut him into a block of ice and take him back to the research station where he accidentally thaws out.

They soon discover that it is a carnivorous predator as it begins to kill researchers and feed on their blood. ‘Es’ is very smart and begins to sabotage his research station. They then learn that it is actually a ‘plant’ that only appears humanoid. They have to kill him, but he’s 7 feet tall and apparently immune to all of their weapons. Luckily for them, one of the researchers is a woman, who in her feminine wisdom says: ‘So…how do you kill a turnip…cook it!’ Oh! What would they do without us!

6. The Stain: 1958

If you like Steve McQueen movies, this has to be your favorite. It was one of his first films. He plays a teenager on a date with his girl, when they see a meteorite crash in the woods outside of town. On the way to investigate, they come across a distraught man with a “sticky thing” covering his hand and arm. They put him in the car and take him to the local doctor for help.

Then the doctor, his nurse, and the old man disappear. Before long, other people begin to disappear. Next thing they know, this gooey ball has turned into a giant rolling mass of jelly that is sucking up everyone in sight. After seeing this movie, I couldn’t sit in a dark theater without constantly looking into the theater. Again, better than the remake!

5. The Fly: 1958

What can I say! It’s a story of maximum infection! The film tells the story of a scientist’s attempt to create a matter transporter and an experiment that goes terribly wrong. He tests the machine on himself, not realizing he’s not alone on camera…until it’s too late.

After watching the movie, we ran around our yards checking every cobweb for white-headed flies. The film stars Vincent Price and David Hedison. It spawned several sequels and remakes, all of which were surprisingly good.

4. Creature from the Black Lagoon: 1954

Long before Jaws hit the big screen, we were all scared out of the water by the ‘Creature,’ a reptilian-like beast-man who has a crush on a pretty woman (Julie Adams) he sees swimming in his domain, the Amazon. River. It was love at first sight. He becomes a beast-man on a mission while trying to capture his beloved. There were two sequels, Revenge of the Creature and Creature Walks Among Us…both equally creepy!

3. Godzilla: 1956

It remains the best prehistoric radiation-breathing dinosaur monster movie ever made. First released as a 1954 Japanese film called Gojira, it was enhanced for its US release by adding footage starring Raymond Burr and an English soundtrack.

The Americans have been testing atomic bombs in the South Pacific. Now there’s a giant, radioactive dinosaur coming out of the sea and attacking Tokyo. What to do what to do? After several attacks on the city, a scientist with a highly effective ‘bomb’ of his own saves the day. It inspired many sequels, including the updated 1998 remake. Loved it too!!

2. The day the Earth stood still: 1951

Still shown regularly on TV, this was the first ‘believable’ movie about an alien from outer space. Unlike its recent remake that has a lot of special effects, the original is a well-written sci-fi drama and focuses more on the story.

Klaatu, an alien ambassador on a goodwill peacekeeping mission, and his peacekeeping robot Gort, arrive on Earth during the early days of space exploration and atomic bomb testing. The extraterrestrial confederation that he represents has prohibited violence and aggression between its member planets; and the Earth falls within his region of authority. He brings us an offer and a warning: End our ways of war and violence, join the alliance and live, or face annihilation by his robotic executioner force.

The 2008 remake is actually the sequel to this great movie. Obviously, we did not listen to the warning!

And now, the best classic sci-fi movie of the 50’s…(drum roll please)

1. War of the Worlds: 1953

In my opinion, it’s the granddaddy of all sci-fi movies about alien invasions! The inspiration for many, many movies and TV shows is based on HG Wells’ sci-fi classic.

It covers 3 days during which a worldwide Martian invasion almost destroys humanity. The invaders descend on meteor-like ships and begin to terraform Earth by wiping out humans with lightning bolts, to take over the planet. We are unable to stop them and everyone seems lost until they all suddenly die from a mysterious infection caused by viruses to which we are immune.

It had excellent special effects for the technology of the time. My favorite scene is when the invaders send their wandering eye ‘camera’ into the basement of a house where there are two people; a scientist and a lovely lady (played by Gene Barry and Ann Robinson) have taken refuge. The scientist cuts off the camera’s head, prompting one of the aliens to enter the house to investigate. With their attention focused on what’s going on outside, they don’t notice him sneaking up behind them. He walks over and grabs the girl by her shoulder… YIKES!

I loved the original, but I have to admit the 2005 remake is much scarier, and it definitely holds its own!

Health Fitness

Reasons to join the gym when it comes to losing weight or improving fitness

Deciding to exercise at home requires dedication, motivation and drive. The problem is that when you try to exercise at home, it’s easy to get distracted or cancel your workout altogether. Being motivated without support isn’t easy when it comes to starting a new exercise routine, which is why so many people decide to join the gym.

You may think of the gym as a scary place filled with different pieces of equipment that you have no idea how to use. The truth is, there are many reasons why you should join the gym when trying to improve your fitness or lose weight effectively.

The first reason is that when you join the gym you get the motivation you need. You will work with a personal trainer who will motivate and encourage you to encourage you to improve. The personal trainer puts together a unique workout plan based on your skills, your fitness levels, and the goals you’re trying to achieve, whether it’s building muscle, losing weight, or toning up a bit. They’ll show you how to use the equipment properly and check your progress, so they can change your program as needed to help you achieve your goals in the shortest amount of time.

Joining the gym and bringing a friend with you or having a personal trainer behind you can be fun. Trainers work on making exercise fun. They encourage you throughout your program, whether it’s short-term or long-term, to ensure you get the best long-term results. If the workouts are fun, you will be more inclined to want to train regularly.

In addition, you will receive continuous support when you join the gym. Trainers help you whether you want to lose weight, increase your fitness or build muscle. Maybe you need a personalized plan because you’re recovering from surgery and need to get back in shape, or you recently had a baby and want to get your body back to the fitness levels it was.

You will be given a plethora of options. You don’t have to go running just to stay fit or try to work out in your own backyard, you can enjoy a fun and motivating workout experience with a variety of options for you to choose from, including circuits, weights, classes and more. Remember that you can also choose to take yourself to the gym with their nutritional advice or rehabilitation services.

When you choose to join a gym, you will find that with the help of the personal trainer you will be able to achieve your goals in a shorter period. This is because you learn how to do each exercise correctly and your training program is focused on helping you achieve your goals, rather than trying to put together your own routine.

Also, a gym is a community and soon you will meet other people. It’s a social experience where you can get the training you need at a price you can afford. If you are looking for a five-star gym experience, then you should consider a luxury gym focused on providing a comprehensive all-inclusive service that meets the highest standards.

What type of facility you decide to join, and what you consider important, is entirely up to you. Be sure to join a center that motivates and supports you to help you achieve your goals without delay.

Lifestyle Fashion

Facial steamer: what are the advantages of having a facial steamer?

We are all aware of the rising prices of spa treatments, right? So don’t you think it’s better to invest once and have facial steamer instead of paying for facial spa in salons from time to time? You must think that a bowl of boiling water does the same job, so why buy a facial steamer? But it is not true because these are specially designed to reach the deep pores of the skin and have different levels of heat. The heat reaches the different layers of the skin and nourishes the skin. Another point in favor of using it is that it helps to decongest the nose. Rejuvenate your skin.

HOW TO SELECT THE BEST FACIAL STEAM?

It is important to know its requirements before buying it. If you have extremely dry skin, then you should opt for a vaporizer with a higher water capacity, for example, 320 ml will surely work for you. For normal skin or oily skin, 90ml of facial steamer will be enough. It is like a semi-professional device that is easy to use. The facial steamer helps to unclog the pores and relax the skin. You will find a beautiful change in your bright and smooth skin.

HOW DOES IT WORK?

It works with a very simple mechanism. Therefore, the ultrasonic vaporizer that is placed in the middle creates a nanometer-sized particle that gently enters the layers of your skin. It is totally based on the concept of ozone function, so when you turn on the ion button, the negative ions combine with oxygen and give you steam. The facial steamer comes with a mouthpiece. With the help of a nozzle, you can easily adjust the steam flow according to your preferences. You can also adjust the steam flow range.

WHERE CAN YOU FIND ONE?

Nowadays the number of vape manufacturing companies is increasing and with such stiff competition, each manufacturer tries to launch the product with a distinctive feature to attract the customers and increase their sales. You can buy it online or at nearby makeup stores. Before you buy one, check out customer reviews and ratings. Also, set a budget first and then buy the product from the good company accordingly.

POINTS TO REMEMBER-

Before buying a vaporizer, keep these points in mind that will help you make an effective purchase. Choose one that evaporates both hot and cold steam. Most vaporizers come with an exfoliating brush and mouthpieces. Buy a facial steamer with an automatic shut-off mechanism and a timer. The vaporizer should not make vibration noise. It should heat up quickly and should last at least 20 minutes before cooling down. If you are a fan of aromatherapy, choose a vaporizer that has space on the surface to store essential oils.

Pets

The online pet store has given animal lovers a reason to smile

Animal lovers all over the world can now rejoice with joy. The animals they love and have always wanted can now be had the easy way. The technology that has been providing solutions to various problems has once again given us a new reason to smile. Animal lovers can use the now ubiquitous Internet to shop for their favorite pets, and that too at the cheapest rates. All that is required is a click of the mouse and you will be able to see the most beautiful images of your favorite animals. You can also listen to their voices and watch videos of them online.

All this has been possible thanks to the efforts of some people who can understand the relationship between humans and their pets. It is important that all people who want to have some pets get in touch with these people and be the proud owners of the animals they love. Having someone to love or to be able to share your emotions is a desire of every human being. Animals such as dogs, cats, rabbits, fish or any other farm animal can be a great companion for man in this regard. Online pet store can make sure you get the animals you love easily and cheaply.

If you are a cat lover, the online cat shop can help you get this animal you love in the easiest way. If you are a dog lover, the online dog store will help you get a dog easily. There are many people who love more than one animal. Even in such cases, the online pet store can help you get your favorite animals. A mouse click and a few key presses will ensure you get the pets you love quickly and efficiently.

Real Estate

Home inspections: investment or expense?

Congratulations! You’ve found the perfect home and now it’s time to make the offer and close the deal. If you’re like many people, you may be feeling cash-strapped right now. You may be wondering why you would want to incur another expense, such as a pre-purchase inspection. A valid consideration!

When choosing a home, it’s important to know whether or not the home needs work, and how much it’s likely to cost. A prudent home buyer may want to make an offer to purchase “conditional on obtaining a satisfactory inspection report. Having your home inspected before you waive any conditions gives you the security of knowing what to expect. It helps you make a decision. informed about the condition and maintenance cost of the house.

Professional home inspectors are trained to determine the presence of unsuspected problems in the home through clues and symptoms that the untrained eye may not connect to the problem. Equally important, is the opportunity to have a full explanation of how to operate and maintain the home.

Compare prices and choose an inspection company wisely. Look for a professional company and ask about the experience of the individual inspector. Find an inspector or company that you feel comfortable with in their ability to communicate with you. Attend the inspection and ask questions. Your real estate agent or attorney can help you find a reputable home inspector.

A quality home inspection includes the entire structure from roof to foundation, interior and exterior, and all electromechanical systems. A full inspection takes 2½ to 3 hours, includes a written report, and typically costs around $250 to $350 depending on the inspection company chosen. It will not eliminate all the risk associated with home ownership, however it can be a value-added information gathering process that gives you a better understanding of your new home. And more security!

Don’t settle for less.

Shopping Product Reviews

Comparison of the four Apple iPhone models: the 6 Plus, the 6, the 5S and the 5C

Whether you’re an Apple newcomer, or still holding on to the dying iPhone 4, you’ll be interested in what each of the latest iPhone models has to offer and whether the price matches the capabilities. every phone has to offer. We summarize each key iPhone feature and explain what you can get with each model.

designs
With size come different weights and designs. The iPhone 6 Plus is clearly Apple’s move into the “phablet” market, offering a large HD Retina display that’s great for videos and photos. It is the heaviest model with 172 grams, compared to the lightest model (iPhone 5S) with only 112 grams. The top three models (6 Plus, 6 and 5S) look very similar, with an all-metal chassis that oozes strength and elegance. This is in stark contrast to the 5C, which offers a polycarbonate shell, allowing the manufacturer to offer its largest range of colours. But it’s not all about games and fun, as the 5C offers a similar strength in terms of design that won’t break when inevitably dropped.

storage capacities
If you’re a photography enthusiast, a loyal movie fan, or a constant MP3 listener, you’d be more interested in Apple’s more expensive models that offer larger internal memory capacities. Both iPhone 6 models offer up to 128GB versions, allowing you to load anything you want onto the device without running out of storage space. The cheapest model, the 5C, can only offer a maximum of 32 GB of internal storage. So choose wisely according to your needs.

sample
Traditional smartphone models – the 6, 5S and 5C – offer very similar screens, with LED-backlit IPS touchscreens at 326ppi and similar resolutions. If you are looking for a larger and higher resolution screen then only the iPhone 6 Plus can meet your requirements with its higher resolution of 1920×1080 pixels at 401ppi.

processors
There is a significant difference between the two pairs in terms of internal chips. The 5S and 5C have Apple’s outdated chips (the A6 and A7) with M7 motion coprocessors. With the more expensive models, you get the latest A8 chips and Apple’s M8 motion coprocessor. This means faster responsiveness and easier handling when running multiple applications.

cameras
In all honesty, you won’t get any bang for your buck from camera upgrades or changes. The cameras on all four devices have hardly changed: 8-megapixel rear and 1.2-megapixel front on all models. You could say that video recording has improved slightly, but it’s nothing to write home about.

battery power
With the manufacturer under recent scrutiny for poor battery performance with older models, you’re getting your money’s worth if you go for the iPhone 6 or 6 Plus. These models offer up to a 20% improvement over the 5S and 5C, so if you don’t want to sit next to a wall for most of your device’s lifespan, opt for the latest models to take advantage of the greater battery duration.

The real differences?
When it comes to actual results, the differences between the pair of 6s and the previous 5S and 5C are marginal. For more money, you’re paying for longer battery life, larger screens, faster processors, and improved storage capabilities. If you’re not too concerned with the latest technology, you could end up saving a significant amount of money by opting for the older pair.

Sports

History of hockey: an ancient sport that has triumphed through years of refinement

The history of hockey dates back to the times of the earliest civilizations. Studies have found evidence of the origins of this sport up to four thousand years ago. This sport commonly known as “ball and stick” has been played in the ancient civilizations of Rome, Egypt and Scotland under various names. The general gameplay of the game was similar between each civilization. The Irish called the game “Hockie”. This term has made its way to the present day and is now the common name for this age-old game. In those days it was not played on ice but on a field. The rules and game of modern hockey originated in Canada with the help of JG Creighton. His particular rules of play were used in the first ice hockey game played in 1875. Two frozen stones at each end of the ice were used in the early days of hockey as goals. In 1879, the official rules of the game were written. It wasn’t until 1893 that hockey became a well-known and played sport in the United States. In the 1900s, the sport grew in popularity throughout Europe.

Most of the game of hockey resided in Canada and other countries until the early 20th century. Montreal, Canada is the true father of modern ice hockey. This is where the first organized game in hockey history began. The first official season of the NHL took place between 1917 and 1918 in Montreal. Only five teams were part of the league at the beginning. One had to give up because their ice rink burned down. There were many obstacles in the early development phase of the NHL and they delayed the advancement of this sport that so many people love today. The O’Brien Trophy was the original league championship trophy awarded for the championship game. As the popularity of the games increased, so did the number of teams in the league.

Professional hockey originated in the early 20th century. The Western Pennsylvania Hockey League began openly paying players for the sport. This particular league joined with teams from Michigan and Ontario to form the first professional international league in the year of 1904. Many players were openly paid by this league which was later disbanded in 1907. At that time, many major hockey leagues they were working in Canada. The National Hockey Association or NHA was formed in 1910 in Montreal, Canada and was followed by a 1917 reorganization that created the National Hockey League (NHL). The league’s expansion to the United States began in 1924. Many rules were instilled during this time, including twenty-minute periods and various penalties.

Currently, professional hockey is played in several countries around the world. It is Canada’s defining sport and a renowned game in the United States and other countries. Fans love the robustness of the game. They gather in the stands each season to watch their favorite team battle it out for ultimate victory and the ever-famous Stanley Cup. This championship trophy has been a symbol of hard work and perseverance for years and is the end result desired by all teams.