In 1990, the World Wide Web created by Tim Berners-Lee became the beginning of the Internet as we know it today. Popularized among the public, the system of accessing information and data online through websites and hyperlinks changed the way we communicate and share with one another—and it was a long time coming. Though we […]
What Goes Up in a Down Economy?
When any economic bubble bursts, a recession is likely to follow. Economists have been monitoring economic factors and signaling a coming recession, and potential bubbles that will drive it include the student loan bubble and the resurged subprime lending bubble. Yet while some industries suffer or even collapse during economic downturns, others survive and even […]
Does Bad Delivery Drive the Customer Away?
Can a bad delivery really drive customers away? Many customers say they would switch suppliers and even expect a full refund in the event of a delayed or bad delivery. Customers are used to free shipping at lightning speed, but that model may not be sustainable for eCommerce businesses. It’s extremely costly, but customers have […]
The Cost of Counterfeit Products
Counterfeits can hurt your business even if you don’t know they’re out there. A shocking two in five name brand products sold online turns out to be counterfeit, and many counterfeits are so convincing consumers don’t know they aren’t real until they have been injured or the product malfunctions. Small businesses especially can be hurt […]
The Business of Dogs
On average, American pet parents spend almost $1,300 per year on their fur babies. In 2018 that added up to $72 billion which is more than the GDP of 39 countries combined. With our pets in the forefront of our lives, it’s no wonder business is booming—but when money is tight, how are we managing […]
The State of Careers After 50
Among workers 45 and up, 60% say they have seen or experienced workplace age discrimination. When ageism discrimination in your career begins to creep in, don’t wait around for management to replace you. Instead, forge your own path, no matter your age, and make yourself irreplaceable. When looking away from the careers of corporate American, […]
Generation Z Entrepreneurs
Though young in years, the post-millennial generation known as Gen Z has grown up right before our eyes—and they’re already beginning to graduate college and enter the workforce. Armed with the entrepreneurial goals of millennials but perhaps a bit more on the cautious side, many members of the Gen Z cohort are focused on working […]
Work Fatigue: An Infographic
The psychology of work fatigue goes deeper than just feeling tired after you clock out. While scientists aren’t sure what the cause of work fatigue is, its effects permeate into nearly every area of our life leaving us both mentally and physically exhausted. Fatigue can be a subtle yet painful experience. Fitting into the symptoms […]
Marijuana and Illegal Drugs in the Workplace
After reaching the lowest rates in three decades, positive drug tests among US workers are just under 5%. Yet according to almost all business leaders agree that drug testing is still needed and an essential part of building an effective workplace. As a result, 88% of employers will drug test at some point during an […]
Are You Still Using the RFP?
Since the beginning of modern business operations the Request for Proposals was king. As one of the only ways of reaching new vendors and partners, corporations relied on this traditional tried-and-true method as an industry necessity. Today, 95% of companies still use RFPs, but it seems more out of a lack of other and more […]
