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Why managers do stupid things
Catherine Iste Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementIt is really unfortunate when you have to discipline a good manager for bad decisions based on good intentions. What follows are two common examples and how to address them without dampening your manager's enthusiasm for his/her employees.
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5 things you must accomplish before age 25
Hank Boyer Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementThe first 25 years of your life are supposed to be the foundation-building years, where youth grows into adulthood and gains the basic skills and education necessary for your peak career years. As the foundation goes, so goes the building.
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Metals Thoughts: Friday Happy Hour
Brad Yates Natural ResourcesAfter a strong suite of jobs data this morning, gold continues to outperform expectations. In continuation of a three-week trend, the reaction to positive data was to sell, then buyers came in on the dip, and the net result is actually higher.
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How to attract millennials to your internship program
Kelly Sharp Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementAccording to estimates, millennials will make up 75 percent of the job force by 2025. Those born from the early 1980s to the early 2000s are predicted to lead the next phase of innovation, though their job standards differ from any other generation. In order to capture the attention of these top performers, companies must now strategize internship opportunities that incorporate the key values of millennials.
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Sci-fi writers rocket Lowe’s customer service into the 21st century
Danielle Manley RetailIn the last two years, customer satisfaction has declined across all retail sectors, according to a new report by ACSI. Satisfaction was highest after the Great Recession when companies were doing practically anything to win back customers. Now that retailers have regained their footing, they are increasing prices again and spending less time and effort on winning customers as they focus on planning ahead.
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Why you have to try Facebook’s newest ad option — Canvas
Emma Fitzpatrick MarketingFacebook executives know more users than ever are accessing their site on mobile. They also have the data to prove that visually-driven content performs better. These two major phenomena are affecting how we communicate and read online — and show no sign of slowing down.
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Metals Thoughts: All night long
Brad Yates Natural ResourcesGold has held up surprisingly well in spite of a crude and equity rally. Funds are putting on bullish structures, and the ETF builds are continuing at a historic rate and are threatening one-year highs.
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Leasing tips, tactics and strategies for commercial tenants
Dale Willerton and Jeff Grandfield RetailWhen looking to lease commercial property, it's crucial to do your research on location, size and cost, among other factors. Once you've found a place that fits your business, however, you must begin negotiating a contract with the landlord. Here are several tips and strategies to help.
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Best boss ever? Prove it with some employee appreciation
Brie Ragland Business Management, Services & Risk ManagementAs an executive-level employee, how many times a day does the following thought cross your mind? "Man, this boss thing is pretty freaking awesome! I have the big office, the great car, a team who reports directly to me, and my life couldn't go any better!" If your answer is even one time, then I envy you and would like to have a better understanding of your outlook on life.
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What makes a workplace healthy?
Michael J. Berens Interior Design, Furnishings & FixturesEvidence keeps piling up that healthy workplaces produce big benefits for employers. Studies show offices and other work areas designed to enhance worker health and wellness not only reduce employee absences and reported illnesses, but also improve productivity and help to attract and retain employees.
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