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How does the GOP tax overhaul impact small businesses?
Seth Sandronsky Civil & GovernmentA House vote on the Republican Party's Tax Cuts and Jobs Act could come as early as Dec. 20. If the bill passes there and then in the Senate, both Republican-controlled, President Donald Trump could sign it into law before Christmas.
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Working in America’s gig economy
Dave G. Houser Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementAmerica's workforce has undergone a significant transformation in recent years. It has changed from one in which many workers had the same employers for most of their working life to one in which job changes are much more frequent — and in which many workers choose short-term gigs over permanent or long-term employment.
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Leadership strategies: Small businesses and sexual harassment
Catherine Iste Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementSmall businesses are not immune to sexual harassment problems. Most small businesses — from doctor's offices to car dealerships — are still predominantly owned by men, according to the Census Bureau. And in many towns, these business owners wield a lot of power and influence, which can make it extremely challenging for employees to speak out against harassment.
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Negotiating commercial leases: Select the best lease length
Dale Willerton and Jeff Grandfield RetailFor many commercial tenants, negotiating a good lease or lease renewal against an experienced agent or landlord can be a challenge. While an entrepreneur focuses on marketing and managing, savvy real estate agents and brokers are specialized salespeople. Their job is to sell tenants on leasing their location at the highest possible rental rate.
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When your team rejects project management
Deborah Ike Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementHave you ever heard from a team member that project management is just a lot of paperwork? Or maybe they commented that you as the project manager don't do any actual work? I hope that hasn't been your experience, but I've heard those comments and more.
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Creative leaders: Make time for inspiration
Catherine Iste Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementWe often overlook things that are too simple, delaying them for a time that never comes or not making the time because it does not seem big enough to add to a list or calendar. Yet taking some simple steps, regularly, can prove to be the difference between being a creative leader and a stressed manager.
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Stop holiday eggshell walking
Simma Lieberman Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementDo you feel like you are walking on eggshells during the holiday season? Did someone tell you that you can't mention Christmas and you don't know what to do?
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It’s time to tune up your anti‑harassment program
D. Albert Brannen Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementLately, we are hearing almost daily about another high-profile celebrity, politician or executive who has been accused of sexual harassment. Victims now feel empowered to publicly share their stories, even from many years ago.
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US payrolls grow by 228,000 jobs in November
Seth Sandronsky Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementThe U.S. economy added 228,000 nonfarm jobs as the unemployment rate stayed at 4.1 percent in November, the Bureau of Labor Statistics reported. The rate of joblessness was 4.2 percent in September and 4.4 percent in August.
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The evolution of risk
Dr. David Hillson Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementThe concept of risk has evolved a long way since its origin at the end of the Middle Ages, up to the way risk is understood today.
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