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Why age should be included in diversity & inclusion practices too
(NEWS) The tech industry has been under scrutiny for years regarding blatant practices of age discrimination- it should be included in D & I efforts → Read More
Chick-fil-a stops donating to anti-LGBTQ orgs; can we eat hate nuggets now!?
(BUSINESS MARKETING) Boycotts, protests, and media coverage about the controversy may finally be making an impact as the company attempts to alter its reputation. → Read More
Diversity is more than race and gender when ageism is alive and well
(BUSINESS NEWS) In regards to diversity in the tech industry, gender and race seem to be making positive strides while ageism has yet to be addressed. → Read More
Culture can be defined by what employees don’t say
(OPINION) What your employees say defines your business. What your employees don't say defines your culture. → Read More
How small companies can compete with free shipping
(BUSINESS FINANCE) When running a smaller shop online, how can you compete with free shipping from giants like Amazon that can afford it? → Read More
Kaspersky is banned from US offices followed by a big DUH
(BUSINESS NEWS) In an absurdly obvious decision, the Senate has voted against using Russian software in United State government offices. → Read More
Hulu won an Emmy, is there trouble for other streaming services?
(TECH NEWS) Hulu is the first streaming show to win Best Drama. Does this create any drama with Hulu's competitors though? → Read More
Equifax was hacked so they punished the customers
(BUSINESS NEWS) Equifax was hacked in one of the largest security breaches ever and is adding insult to injury with how they're treating customers. → Read More
Fitbit has unveiled their Iconic smartwatch, it’s a Fitbit plus more
(TECH NEWS) Fitbit is jumping into the smartwatch pool with their own smartwatch, the Iconic. → Read More
Firefly is back and is working to give Musk a run for his money
(TECH NEWS) Firefly aerospace, formerly Firefly Space Systems, is back from the dead and running in a full sprint at the new age space race. → Read More
Target takes steps to compete more seriously with Amazon
(BUSINESS NEWS) Target is fanning the flame trying to keep up with Amazon fire and have acquired a logistics technology firm to help. → Read More
Bully bank, Wells Fargo is accused of overcharging small businesses
(FINANCE NEWS) Wells Fargo is back in the spotlight, this time for allegedly bullying small businesses into big fines. → Read More
Joe's Crab Shack is one of several restaurants about to bite the dust
(BUSINESS NEWS) Joe's Crab Shack, IHOP, and Applebee's are all on the restaurant short list of closures due to corporate shuffle. → Read More
Facebook's Watch is aiming to take the video throne from YouTube
(SOCIAL MEDIA) Facebook is taking on a new competitor, YouTube, with the launch of their new video services, Watch. → Read More
Red flags to help you spot a bad social media professional
(SOCIAL MEDIA) Social Media is a growing field with everyone and their moms trying to become social media managers. Here are a few experts' tips on seeing and avoiding the red flags of social media professionals. → Read More
Shopify is making IRL buying as easy as their e-commerce site
(TECH NEWS) Shopify is serious about commerce and so, to prove it, they've created a card swipe featuring chip reader for those with commerce outside of the web. → Read More
Staples and Office Depot are trying to merge... again
(BUSINESS NEWS) Staples and Office Depot are still trying to make their merger happen, even after several years of no's and cannot's. → Read More
Valerie Jarrett joins Lyft's board and brings carloads of experience
(BUSINESS NEWS) Valerie Jarrett is the newest addition to Lyft's board of directors and they are sure to learn something from her. → Read More
Google is tracking more than just ads, bring in the Feds
(BUSINESS NEWS) Google is under investigation from the Feds because their new suite of tools for advertisers was found tracking more than just their ads. → Read More
The Infinito plane from Airbus and Pagani can be yours for just $100M
(TECH NEWS) Good news for all purveyors of expensive aircraft! Airbus has teamed up with Pagani to make you a plane with a transparent ceiling. → Read More