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Why are women not joining the construction industry?

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The building trades maintain their position as the leading source of self-employment in the UK, counting for almost a million businesses. AXA’s latest figures reveal they are still the best choice for a solid and growing income, but questions why numbers of women in the trades remain miniscule. The survey finds that in 2016 a
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Amway 2016 Sales Down 7% To $8.8 Billion

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Amway sales dropped more than 7 percent in 2016 to $8.8 billion, marking a third year of revenue decline. The direct seller increased sales in seven of its top 10 markets, but experienced softening market conditions in China. 
“Across the world, Amway did well in 2016,” said Amway Chairman Steve Van Andel.  “We experienced sales growth in several top markets, saw double-digit percentage growth in nine additional markets, and continued to evolve the business in China as we seek to take advantage of shifting market conditions and achieve the market’s long-term growth potential. 
“Above all, we are pleased to see the continued and growing relevance of the direct selling model in today’s marketplace as people place real value on personal recommendations, and technology enables our distributors to connect with customers at any place at

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