U.S. incomes have been growing more unequal for three decades and economist Paul Krugman has labeled this 31-year trend the Great Divergence. Tim Noah of Slate magazine asks why politicians aren't talking much about this Great Divergence? Watch:
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Sunday, October 31, 2010
Saturday, October 30, 2010
CNBC: KidZania Turns Kids Into Heroes for One Day
KidZania, an educational theme park that places children into a mini "real world" and lets them try their hand at over 70 professions, has been getting a bit of buzz on Tokyo. CNBC's Kaori Enjoji has the details. Watch:
Post your comments here on the blog. Look forward to the discussion.
Professor David Wyld
Southeastern Louisiana University
Post your comments here on the blog. Look forward to the discussion.
Professor David Wyld
Southeastern Louisiana University
CNN: ALCOA CEO Klaus Kleinfeld on Doing More with Less
Image by World Economic Forum via FlickrALCOA CEO Klaus Kleinfeld explains to CNN's Fareed Zakaria how he's made his company lean -watch:
Post your comments here on the blog. Look forward to the discussion.
Professor David Wyld
Southeastern Louisiana University
CNN: Former IBM CEO Lou Gerstner on the State of the American Worker
Former IBM CEO Lou Gerstner discusses the state of the U.S. worker with CNN's Fareed Zakaria - watch:
Post your comments here on the blog. Look forward to the discussion.
Professor David Wyld
Southeastern Louisiana University
CNN: Small Business Success Story - From Party DJ to Entertainment Company CEO
Image via WikipediaHLN's Stephanie Elam shows us a DJ company that offers a lot more than dance beats in this Small Business Success in this profile of Michael Spinnato of Eclipse Entertainment - watch:
Post your comments here on the blog. Look forward to the discussion.
Professor David Wyld
Southeastern Louisiana University
Thursday, October 28, 2010
Top Ten Management on Unethical Business Behavior: An Overview of Why It is Important to Think Before You Do
Top Ten Management on Unethical Business Behavior: An Overview of Why It is Important to Think Before You Do
This overview of Unethical Business Behavior was prepared by Adam Troyer while a Business Management major in the College of Business at Southeastern Louisiana University.Introduction
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Video: Interview with Ainsley Waldron, Author of The Ultimate Secret for Business
Great career advice from Ainsley Waldron, Author of The Ultimate Secret for Business. Watch:
Post your comments here on the blog. Look forward to the discussion.
Professor David Wyld
Southeastern Louisiana University
Post your comments here on the blog. Look forward to the discussion.
Professor David Wyld
Southeastern Louisiana University
Wednesday, October 27, 2010
CNN: Will China Be the World's Largest Consumer Market by 2020
A double-header!
The Chinese Consumer:
Growth of the Chinese Consumer Market:
Post your comments here on the blog. Look forward to the discussion.
Professor David Wyld
Southeastern Louisiana University
The Chinese Consumer:
Growth of the Chinese Consumer Market:
Post your comments here on the blog. Look forward to the discussion.
Professor David Wyld
Southeastern Louisiana University
CNN: Germany's Economic Boom
CNN's Diana Magnay reports on the bounceback of the German economy. Watch:
Post your comments here on the blog. Look forward to the discussion.
Professor David Wyld
Southeastern Louisiana University
Post your comments here on the blog. Look forward to the discussion.
Professor David Wyld
Southeastern Louisiana University
CNN: The Lighting Revolution in Los Angeles
Los Angeles invests in new LED technology to be more efficient with its electricity consumption. CNN's Richard Quest reports. Watch:
Post your comments here on the blog. Look forward to the discussion.
David
Post your comments here on the blog. Look forward to the discussion.
David
CNN: What is the REAL Jobless Rate?
Eye-opening report from CNN - watch:
Post your comments here on the blog. Look forward to the discussion.
David
Post your comments here on the blog. Look forward to the discussion.
David
Monday, October 25, 2010
Summary and Review of Rework by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson
This book summary and review of Rework was prepared by Charles Casselberry while a Finance student in the College of Business at Southeastern Louisiana University.
This book summary and review of Rework was prepared by Charles Casselberry while a Finance student in the College of Business at Southeastern Louisiana University.
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Summary and Review of Rework by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson
Summary and Review of The Art of Woo by G. Richard Shell and Mario Moussa
This book summary and review of The Art of Woo: Using Strategic Persuasion to Sell Your Ideas was prepared by John S. Mizell while a Business Administration student in the College of Business at Southeastern Louisiana University.
This book summary and review of The Art of Woo: Using Strategic Persuasion to Sell Your Ideas was prepared by John S. Mizell while a Business Administration student in the College of Business at Southeastern Louisiana University.
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Summary and Review of The Art of Woo by G. Richard Shell and Mario Moussa
Summary and Review of Leadership Gold by John C. Maxwell
This book summary and review of Leadership Gold: Lessons I’ve Learned From a Lifetime of Leading was prepared by Michael Veach while a Finance student in the College of Business at Southeastern Louisiana University.
This book summary and review of Leadership Gold: Lessons I’ve Learned From a Lifetime of Leading was prepared by Michael Veach while a Finance student in the College of Business at Southeastern Louisiana University.
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Summary and Review of Leadership Gold by John C. Maxwell
Wednesday, October 20, 2010
ABC Nightline: "Debauchery on Campus?" - Why You Want to Be Sooooooo Careful About What You Post Online
OK, the rules of the game have indeed changed. This ABC Nightline story, "Debauchery on Campus?" focused on the "new normal" - and think about how this will look when employers Google your name and find THIS online! Think that might affect your job hunt?
Watch the story below:
Post your comments here on the blog. Look forward to the discussion. Do keep it PG-13!
David
Watch the story below:
Post your comments here on the blog. Look forward to the discussion. Do keep it PG-13!
David
ABC Nightline: Being "Mr. Mom" in Sweden
This story is about "Sweden's Paternity Leave." A utopian land where fathers get months off with paid leave to be "Mr. Mom"
So, whadya think? Would it work here? Would you want to? How would employers manage this? Post your comments here on the blog. Look forward to the discussion.
David
P.S. -And as a bonus, let's go "Old School" and remember the classic Michael Keaton movie on the subject that gave us the cultural reference for "Mr. Mom:"
So, whadya think? Would it work here? Would you want to? How would employers manage this? Post your comments here on the blog. Look forward to the discussion.
David
P.S. -And as a bonus, let's go "Old School" and remember the classic Michael Keaton movie on the subject that gave us the cultural reference for "Mr. Mom:"
Tuesday, October 19, 2010
CNBC: Warren Buffett's Worst Trade
CNBC's Becky Quick talks to Warren Buffett about the worst trade he's ever made, and his answer might surprise you.
David
David
FoxNews: RedEye - Shopping for the Apocalypse at Costco
Costco is selling a year's supply of food. Greg Gutfeld explores how $800 prepares you for the upcoming apocalypse.
Watch:
David
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David
FoxNews: RedEye - KFC Advertises on Buns
Fast food chain recruiting college girls to advertise on their butts - acceptable guerilla marketing or out of line?
Watch:
and comment here on the blog. Looking forward to some discussion on this one!
David
Watch:
and comment here on the blog. Looking forward to some discussion on this one!
David
Thursday, October 14, 2010
The 50 Happiest Occupations In the World: Is Your Job on the List?
Here's a great article from our friends at Online Colleges, the only unbiased resource for students looking to advance their education with accredited online degree programs. They have put together a great article that can simultaneously be both a career guide and great fodder for discussion around the office and/or in the bar. Read their compilation of the 50 Happiest Occupations by clicking on the link below:
So, whadya think? Any glaring omissions? Any job you can't believe made the cut? Is you job on the list? Post your thoughts here on the blog.
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Monday, October 11, 2010
Top Ten Management on Outsourcing: An Overview of Paying Someone To Do a Job Cheaper - and Maybe Better
This overview of outsourcing was prepared by Matthew Waldrop while a Business Administration major in the College of Business at Southeastern Louisiana University.
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Sunday, October 10, 2010
Info 101: Online Gaming Statistics
OK, one thing that we try to achieve here at the "Wyld About..." family of blog sites is to give you quick briefings on today's most important business issues. So, here's another in a series of articles, courtesy of our friends at Online MBA that will give you a quick overview of important business and technology matters.
The Video Game Industry today has become one of the major entertainment markets, and there are many opportunities – and jobs – available both in it and in supporting areas. So, read "Online Gaming Statistics" by clicking on the link below:
Online Gaming Statistics
Wow - now you'll be armed with quick facts that will amaze your professors, your friends, your coworkers, and most importantly, even job interviewers! Knowing facts like these may even win you a "bar bet" or two on the subject!
David
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Info 101: A Look at eCommerce
Image via WikipediaOK, one thing that we try to achieve here at the "Wyld About..." family of blog sites is to give you quick briefings on today's most important business issues. So, here's another in a series of articles, courtesy of our friends at Online MBA that will give you a quick overview of important business and technology matters.
Today, we talk about an aspect of the Internet that all of us are involved in – one way or the other – as consumers AND – for many of us – our livelihoods! So, read "A Look at eCommerce" by clicking on the link below:
A Look at eCommerce
Wow - now you'll be armed with quick facts that will amaze your professors, your friends, your coworkers, and most importantly, even job interviewers! Knowing facts like these may even win you a "bar bet" or two on the subject!
David
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Info 101: Facts about Wikipedia
OK, one thing that we try to achieve here at the "Wyld About..." family of blog sites is to give you quick briefings on today's most important business issues. So, here's another in a series of articles, courtesy of our friends at Online MBA that will give you quick coverage of important business and technology matters.
Today, we take on the student’s best friend – Wikipedia! And contrary to what you might think, coming from a professor, the stats show that Wikipedia actually fares pretty well versus other sources of information out there on the Internet today. So, read the "Facts about Wikipedia," in which you can glean a great deal about a site I’m sure you’ve got bookmarked in about 2-3 minutes of reading by clicking on the link below:
Facts about Wikipedia
Wow - now you'll be armed with quick facts that will amaze your professors, your friends, your coworkers, and most importantly, even job interviewers! Knowing facts like these may even win you a "bar bet" or two on the subject!
David
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Info 101: The History of the Internet
Image via WikipediaOK, one thing that we try to achieve here at the "Wyld About..." family of blog sites is to give you quick briefings on today's most important business issues. So, here's the first of a series of articles, courtesy of our friends at Online MBA that will give you a quick "History of...." on important business and technology matters.
Today, we start with the "History of the Internet," which you can glean in about 2-3 minutes of reading by clicking on the link below:
The History of the Internet
Wow - now you'll be armed with quick facts that will amaze your professors, your friends, your coworkers, and most importantly, even job interviewers! Knowing facts like these may even win you a "bar bet" or two on the subject!
David
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7 Things to Consider When Choosing an MBA Program - Online MBA
Here's a great article from our friends at Online MBA (http://www.onlinemba.com/) for those of you considering getting your MBA degree online - a great option today. This article summarizes seven key questions you need to think about when choosing to go for the degree and which school is right for your situation. Read it by clicking on the link below:
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Tom Peters: Start Something Dull
This is a great video as Tom Peters explains why there may well be much more opportunity in "dull" areas of the economy - watch:
And comment here on the blog. Any "dull" ideas come to mind for you?
David
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Tom Peters: On First Impressions
Here's some great advice from Tom Peters on how important first impressions are in life and in business, and how little time we have to make them. Watch:
And comment here on the blog.
David
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Tom Peters: The Power of Being Extraordinary
Tom Peters shares some great wisdom on why it is so important to strive to go beyond the ho-hum and be extraordinary - watch:
And comment here on the blog.
David
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Tom Peters: Treating Your Employees Like Customers
In this video, Tom Peters presents lessons from Southwest Airlines and its legendary found, Herb Kelleher, on how to treat your employees like customers - and why it is so important to do so. Watch:
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David Wyld, Professor of Management
Southeastern Louisiana University
Wyld About Management (http://wyldaboutmanagement.blogspot.com/) and
Management in a Minute (http://managementinaminute.blogspot.com/)
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