Tag Archives: opportunity

Planning for the Next Job Promotion

You’ve been stuck at a certain point in your career and feel that now is really time to get that next promotion. The recession is over, you’ve been doing everything expected of you, and you’ve polished up your self-brand credentials … Continue reading

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How Should Retailers “Connect” with College Students?

Retailers today recognize the enormous buying power of college students and very much want to gain their attention and patronage. But are retailers able to “connect” with college students through media channels which they most favor? As eMarketer puts it: … Continue reading

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How Do Entrepreneurs Feel About 2015?

After enduring the Great Recession, many — but, by no means all — entrepreneurs have done better the last couple of years. So, how are they feeling as we enter further into 2015? As Leigh Buchanan reports for Inc., the leading … Continue reading

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