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Donald Trump’s top 10 tips for success


March 12, 2010 by Bob Hill

Love him or hate him, Donald Trump has distinguished himself as one of the most successful businessmen of his time. Here are his top 10 tips for success: More…

Are you cut out to run things? Take this test


February 26, 2010 by Jim Giuliano

A quick quiz in the Harvard Business Review is supposed to tell you whether you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur. More…

IRS: Haiti donations deductible on 2009 tax returns


February 2, 2010 by Jennifer Azara

Here’s critical tax info to pass on to employees — it just may make them even a little more generous. More…

Walt Disney’s 8 secrets to success


January 26, 2010 by Bob Hill

Walt Disney was an innovator and a visionary. But he was also one of the most successful business leaders of his time. Here are eight principles that made Walt Disney one of the greatest icons of the 20th century: More…

What top firms are donating to Haiti (& how you can, too)


January 20, 2010 by Bob Hill

The Wall Street Journal has released a list of what some of the biggest companies in the U.S. have pledged to Haiti relief efforts. See who’s pledging what and how your company can offer support as well: More…

If union comes knocking, will you be ready?


January 19, 2010 by Tim Gould

Is your organization ready to fight off a union organizing drive? Some observers say the times haven’t been as ripe for organizing efforts in almost a century. More…

Why you won’t see more than 11 Goldman-Sachs employees in 1 place this holiday season


December 16, 2009 by Bob Hill

Goldman Sachs is taking unprecedented measures to ensure employees don’t make a public mess of the company’s reputation this holiday season. One measure in particular has people talking. More…

Some small businesses say they’re thriving: Here’s how


December 8, 2009 by Jim Giuliano

OK, enough with the doom and gloom. Some companies are thriving by using new techniques and old-fashioned brain power. More…

3 out of 5 say they’re bolting when the economy gets better


December 7, 2009 by Tim Gould

You’ve bent over backwards to trim costs and streamline operations to save every job you could. And now comes research that indicates three out of five of your employees could be looking to jump ship in the next year.

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Oprah’s 6 business secrets for success


December 4, 2009 by Bob Hill

Forbes recently estimated Oprah Winfrey’s net worth at $3.2 billion. Here are some of the business takeaways of Winfrey’s success that any exec can use:  More…

A case for killing the company Christmas party


November 20, 2009 by Jennifer Azara

Even if your company is faring better financially than it was a year ago, you may still want to nix the holiday party.  More…

Gifts for employees: 4 ways to avoid looking like Scrooge in a suit


November 19, 2009 by Julie Power

Cutting back on holiday gifts and raises to employees? You’re not alone, but there are ways to show your employees you appreciate them, even in tough times. More…

CEO popularity tanks when economy slumps


November 9, 2009 by Valerie Helmbreck

Another victim of the economic downturn: The popularity of most CEOs.  Employees anxious about their jobs seem to be taking out their anxiety on organizational leadership in many cases. More…

They’re watching your every move


November 4, 2009 by Carol Katarsky

When times are tough, employees may read scary implications into everything from how often bosses close their office doors to what they order for lunch. More…

Granted, there’s no good time for a meeting, but …


October 29, 2009 by Tim Gould

Finally, we’ve solved the age-old question: What’s the best time to hold a meeting? The answer: 3 p.m.  Tuesday.

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Giving your company the ‘glue’ to hold it together


October 21, 2009 by April DeGideo

In this increasingly digital age, it’s more difficult than ever for employees to make strong ties and feel invested in their company. But it doesn’t have to be impossible. More…

Five CEOs who ran their firms into the ground — and profited from it


October 20, 2009 by Bob Hill

Should C-level salaries be subject to closer scrutiny? Before you answer, consider these five CEOs whose earnings went through the roof in 2008, despite the fact their companies’ stock prices dropped off a cliff: More…

Looking to start a green business? Try Michigan


October 15, 2009 by Fred Hosier

How is Michigan going to replace all the auto manufacturing jobs it’s losing? The governor hopes green industries will be a major contributor. More…

Your best bet to protect your firm against H1N1


October 6, 2009 by Fred Hosier

One of the recommendations about swine flu from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is that businesses review their leave policies. Here’s why this is particularly important during the spread of H1N1: More…

The best and worst US cities for hiring


October 5, 2009 by Jim Giuliano

Here’s where you’ll find (a) the stiffest competition for talent next year and (b) where labor is plentiful. More…


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