Recent Articles
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A nonprofit without ethical leadership is like the Titanic headed for an…
Susan J. Fields Association ManagementShips usually stray from course due to the human frailties of the captain and crew. The same can be said of a nonprofit organization whose mission it is to serve the public good. Whether it reaches its objective is dependent upon the people guiding the organizational ship.
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The 7 best cartridges for hunting deer
John McAdams Recreation & LeisureDeer are the most sought-after big game animal in North America, and many hunters take the sport seriously. Discussions about the best deer-hunting cartridges have been occurring around campfires all over the world for decades.
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Mastering the basics of leading warehouse people
Ken Ackerman Distribution & WarehousingIn the warehouse, it is not uncommon for an outstanding forklift operator to be promoted into management. Yet the promotion decision is frequently made because of an outstanding work effort, not because that person has any training or experience in managing the activities of other people.
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Surviving the first year of RV full-timing
Steve and Diane Owens Recreation & LeisureOver the years, people have asked us, "What is it like living every day in a motorhome?" I usually reply, "Just like living in a stick house with wheels." My wife, Diane, and I are accustomed to the full-time RV lifestyle now, but it did take some time to adjust. The first year of travel had its moments — starting with the decision to sell our house and hit the road.
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How telehealth is changing the lives of chronically ill patients
Karen R. Thomas Medical & Allied HealthcareLiving with a chronic disease isn't just physically taxing; it takes an emotional toll as well. Millions of older Americans live with a chronic illness such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), diabetes or heart disease, and many suffer through their day-to-day care routines alone.
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Break the chain with these 8 oddball American restaurants
Dave G. Houser Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementWith the explosion of corporate chain restaurants modeled after similar concepts, dining out in America is becoming a somewhat humdrum routine. Food alone doesn't necessarily make a meal — and thankfully there are a few eateries around the country employing offbeat and, in some cases, downright bizarre approaches guaranteed to add some fun and excitement to your dining experience.
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Follow the program to work less, earn more
Fred Berns Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementWorking fewer hours and making more money isn't a pipe dream. It's a program. It's a program followed by many of the most financially successful small business professionals. These individuals are based worldwide. Their products and services vary. So do their expertise and experience levels. And they run their businesses in a wide variety of ways.
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Researchers inching closer to effective Ebola vaccine
Katina Hernandez PharmaceuticalA new Ebola vaccine being developed by drugmaker Profectus now has substantial data supporting its efficacy. A report recently published in the journal Nature by author Dr. Thomas W. Geisbert of the University of Texas Medical Branch highlights the company's clinical trials testing the new vaccine on monkeys.
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2 heads are better than 1 — in the right circumstances
Pamela Hill EducationAs a special educator, I want to use well-researched practices with my students. The reasons are logical: I want my students to learn well, I want to try researched practices so I can share them with credibility with my educator peers, and best practice dictates that IEP goals are based on researched practice.
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Golden jubilee: 50 years with a Porsche 911
Sydney Scrogham Transportation Technology & AutomotiveIf you could choose a car to own for half a century, what would it be? For a little over 50 years, the 911 has been the face of Porsche. Its sleek style has become the ideal model for other sports cars because it can blend highly sophisticated taste with everyday routine. To quote Ferry Porsche: "The 911 is the only car you could drive on an African safari or at Le Mans, to the theater or through New York City traffic."