Recent Articles
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Regenerative cells: Hope for people disabled by spinal cord injury
Dorothy L. Tengler Medical & Allied HealthcareStem cells have several unique properties that separate them from other cells. They can proliferate so that they are capable of replenishing themselves for long periods of time by dividing, and they are unspecialized cells that can differentiate into specialized cells such as nerve or heart cells. In addition to treating cancers such as leukemia, stem cells are used to treat other diseases such as Parkinson's, stroke, Alzheimer's, retinal diseases and spinal cord injuries.
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Wills and living trusts: Building blocks of every estate plan
David B. Mandell, JD, MBA, and Carole Foos, CPA Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementAre you OK with the possibility of a completely arbitrary set of outdated laws determining how your hard-earned estate is distributed? Are you OK letting these laws determine how much each family member receives and how much estate tax is taken out, while completely leaving out any funds for charitable organizations you supported all your life? Are you OK with the state subjugating your will and replacing it with their own in deciding how the fortune you amassed is split?
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Managing risk in the construction industry
Nate Budde Construction & Building MaterialsThe construction industry is full of risks, from personal safety risks on construction sites, to financial risks and risks of business failure. Construction projects have several tiers, and every tier faces its own unique challenges and specific risks.
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Is high-speed rail finally taking hold in America?
Ryan Clark Transportation Technology & AutomotiveOn Oct. 15, the California Supreme Court declined to hear the most recent appeal against the state’s long-suffering high-speed rail project, thus clearing the way for further construction. And although the $68 billion high-speed endeavor could still face future legal challenges, for now the California High Speed Rail Authority can continue to move forward with a project that seems to be both a gift and a curse.
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Change the behavior of your negative, underperforming technicians
Roger Daviston Facilities & GroundsThe boss almost gave up on one of our plumbers, Mike. His average invoice was terrible at $400. He made excuses and blamed his circumstances. He was negative, and his attitude was that "life sucks." Mike thought nothing could change for him, and we were ready to let him go. However, one day while doing a ride-along with Mike, I recommended that he listen to "The Strangest Secret" by Earl nightingale. After all, he wouldn't read, so maybe he would listen to something.
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6 best beer cities in America
Dave G. Houser Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementThere are nearly 3,000 breweries in the U.S. today. Most are microsized operations, led by creative entrepreneurs who focus on local styles and flavors, introducing new brands at a rapid pace — more than a thousand last year alone — and many at higher prices than standard brews.
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Court rules that being a jerk is not a disability
Myra Creighton Civil & GovernmentThe 9th Circuit Court of Appeals recently reversed a verdict for a plaintiff police officer on his claim that his employer terminated his employment based on his disability. The court disagreed that the plaintiff had a disability. One jurist summarized the decision as: "[He] isn't disabled, he's just a jerk."
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Fusing language acquisition with approaches to teaching music
Beth Crumpler EducationMost language teachers will agree that songs and chants help students master another language. In addition, language teachers will agree that using movement and hands-on learning experiences, such as in total physical response strategies, also help students acquire language.
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Many churches are missing out on refundable tax credit
David Dennison Religious CommunityMany churches and other Christian ministries are unaware that they might be able to request a refund from the IRS even though they haven't paid any federal taxes. Sounds strange, doesn't it? But it's the truth, and I want to tell you about it.
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6 key traits leaders need to manage through a crisis
Betty Boyd Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementDoes there always seem to be a crisis in your organization? When there is, do your leaders have a duck-and-run mentality? How leaders work through trouble is crucial for the success of any organization. Here are some key traits that are necessary for the management of crisis situations.