Recent Articles
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Oil, the Kurds and the end of Iraq
Lucy Wallwork Natural ResourcesIn a country where 90 percent of the budget comes from oil, whoever controls the oil controls the state. That explains why the takeover by Islamic extremists ISIS of Baiji refinery, Iraq's largest, was seen as a watershed moment for Iraq's future.
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Think Mr. Magoo, not Popeye, when you design for the mature guest
Adriane Berg Travel, Hospitality & Event ManagementThere’s a rumor going around that 60 is the new 30. Don't believe it. Even for the Botox generation, 60 is just the new 60. Like an urban legend, the myth that we haven't changed a bit is cool, but it's not true.
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Promoting business online but not on mobile devices: A small mistake or…
Linchi Kwok MarketingI was craving for dim sum the other day. A friend of mine recommended I try Shanghai No. 1 Seafood Village in San Gabriel Valley, California. He told me the food was good and it was an upper-upscale restaurant for dim sum.
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Beat the heat: Tips for training in the summer months
Jeff White Sports & FitnessSummer is here, and this means we can finally get outside and do all the fun stuff we've been waiting to do for months. Having fun outdoors is a great way to exercise and stay in shape, but precautions must be taken as temperatures rise. Here's a short list of things to remember when heading outside.
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Are you overlooking what your customers are looking over?
Harry J. Friedman RetailMost retailers spend a great deal of time making their stores visually appealing. Whether your merchandising style projects an opulent, prestigious image, or a carnival of bargains, you’re no doubt attempting to attract customers.
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Nurses learn to work through generational diversity
Keith Carlson Medical & Allied HealthcareAt this time in history, there are four generations currently working within the nursing profession. Although this diversity can be seen as a very positive aspect of our collective culture, it is easy to understand that there is also room for misunderstanding and mistrust between the generations.
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Improve outcomes of annual board retreats
Robert C. Harris Association ManagementOrganizations plan an annual retreat to empower the board of directors with information and inspiration. The meeting is designed to transfer information to the leadership. The schedule often includes time for recreational activities or team building. While every retreat is well-intentioned, when volunteers are asked what they expect to gain, they reply, “I hope we get to know each other better.”Their expectations are low.
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The 4 C’s of effectively marketing to moms
Emma Fitzpatrick MarketingMothers give back so much to their communities and families every day. Businesses of all kinds should also take a timeout to re-evaluate how they're giving back to moms. After all, women make 85 percent of purchasing decisions in households, and there's a good chance some of those women are mothers. Mothers are an influential demographic for businesses.
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Technology and the bystander effect: A crippling combination
Christina Nava Law Enforcement, Defense & SecurityMany people don’t understand where to draw the line when it comes to using technology. They will remain glued to it, even at the expense of another person’s safety. This has become an increasing problem throughout the world — especially in accident and crime scenes where the misuse of technology has made its unwelcome presence.
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Teaching writing to ELLs across the curriculum: Strategies for success
Erick Herrmann EducationReading, writing, listening and speaking. Educators know the importance of these essential skills for student success, and a brief review of instructional standards will show an emphasis on these four skills.