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How to turn end of year stress into an opportunity

By fostering open communication, understanding team bandwidth, and planning ahead, leaders can make the fourth quarter a time of achievement instead of anxiety. BY Aytekin Tank If you’ve ever participated in a race, then you know: there’s a difference between trying to run fast and trying to beat someone.  Humans are innately competitive and the psychology … Continue reading How to turn end of year stress into an opportunity →

How McDonald’s was involved in almost every major news story this past year

It’s not just you: America’s most quintessential restaurant keeps showing up in headlines, including the CEO-shooter manhunt to a high-profile Trump campaign stunt. BY Jennifer Mattson As we look back on 2024, it’s surprising how frequently McDonald’s has played a role, or at least been involved, in major news events. From boycotts and high prices to … Continue reading How McDonald’s was involved in almost every major news story this past year →

$3.6B was donated on GivingTuesday this year

The amount donated on this year’s GivingTuesday represents a 16% increase compared to 2023, or an 11.9% increase when adjusted for inflation. BY Associated Press U.S. donors gave $3.6 billion on Tuesday, an increase from the past two years, according to estimates from the nonprofit GivingTuesday. The Tuesday after Thanksgiving, now known as GivingTuesday, has become … Continue reading $3.6B was donated on GivingTuesday this year →

EPA boosts enforcement efforts the final year of the Biden administration

The EPA said it concluded more than 1,850 civil cases, a 3.4% increase over 2023. BY Associated Press The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) enhanced enforcement efforts this year, doubling financial penalties issued to polluters and issuing the first-ever arrest for a climate change-related crime, the agency said in a report Thursday. The EPA said it concluded more than … Continue reading EPA boosts enforcement efforts the final year of the Biden administration →

3 tech hacks to help you manage your holiday spending this year

If you’re stressed about your finances during the holiday season, modern technology can help. Here’s how mobile apps and AI can help you enjoy your holidays on a budget. BY Emily Guy Birken Planning ahead for the holiday season will help you stay on budget—but who actually does that? We’re much more likely to white-knuckle our … Continue reading 3 tech hacks to help you manage your holiday spending this year →

Graduating this year? Expert tips for using LinkedIn to land your first job

November 02, 2024 Graduating this year? Expert tips for using LinkedIn to land your first job From building your profile to adding keywords to building a network—here’s how to set yourself up for success. BY Ellie Stevens At some point during college, you were probably told to “make a LinkedIn” and “start networking” to land your … Continue reading Graduating this year? Expert tips for using LinkedIn to land your first job →

Hardware store True Value files Chapter 11, joins list of retailers going into bankruptcy this year

October 14, 2024 Hardware store True Value files Chapter 11, joins list of retailers going into bankruptcy this year The long-standing home-improvement wholesaler says its 4,500 locations will stay open as the company sells its operations to rival Do It Best. BY Sarah Bregel A long-standing hardware wholesaler, True Value, is filing for bankruptcy. The 75-year-old … Continue reading Hardware store True Value files Chapter 11, joins list of retailers going into bankruptcy this year →

MacArthur ‘genius grant’ winners this year include more writers and artists

October 01, 2024 MacArthur ‘genius grant’ winners this year include more writers and artists The foundation looks for people who will be ‘enabled’ by the award, meaning they have both a track record of work and the potential to produce additional extraordinary work. BY Associated Press The 2024 class of the John D. and Catherine T. … Continue reading MacArthur ‘genius grant’ winners this year include more writers and artists →