Archive for November, 2011

Do private equity firms really destroy jobs?

Wednesday, November 30th, 2011

A new paper from the University of Chicago provides the private-equity industry with a surprisingly strong defense … Read More

Stop being a wimp and manage your people

Wednesday, November 30th, 2011

You don’t need a legal solution to every problem, you just need to stand up to your employees … Read More

Why you must face reality in business — and in life

Wednesday, November 30th, 2011

Most people cope with life’s many stresses by living in denial, but that does more harm than good … Read More

7 rules of successful bloggers

Tuesday, November 29th, 2011

If you have a passion and writing ability, starting a blog may help you create a better, fuller, richer life … Read More

How to negotiate a higher salary

Tuesday, November 29th, 2011

Your co-worker used a counter offer to get a raise, should you follow suit? … Read More

20 workplace truisms for up-and-comers

Tuesday, November 29th, 2011

A successful career begins with understanding how things work — start here … Read More

Office holiday gift-giving etiquette: 7 simple tips

Tuesday, November 29th, 2011

Deciding what to give your colleagues this holiday season can affect how you are perceived well into the New Year … Read More

What does a great morning look like?

Tuesday, November 29th, 2011

When you make over your mornings, you can make over your life … Read More

Want to stop the flu? Here’s how

Tuesday, November 29th, 2011

A new study finds that a simple but controversial workplace policy could dramatically reduce the spread of flu … Read More

How NOT to fire someone: 5 common mistakes

Monday, November 28th, 2011

Firing someone is never fun; but if you avoid these 5 errors, it’ll be as painless as possible for all parties involved … Read More