Feb 06, 2012 07:31PM

Unemployment 8.3% Or 11% Or 15.1%?

The unemployment rate dropped to 8.3% in January.  So why don?t people feel better about the economy?  As a reminder, the unemployment figure is only an adjusted estimate from a survey of .05% of households.  Hence multiple revisions follow each month?s announcement.  But the real issue isn?t what is the

Feb 06, 2012 04:58PM

Taglines Round Two

Have I mentioned that entrepreneurship is a new endeavor for me? Two years ago, if someone suggested I start a company, I would have RUN from the conversation. However, with regards to the employment numbers for people with disabilities, the need was compelling, so here I am. I?m learning as I go. Quite to my discomfort, I?m learning very publicly by writing this blog. However, once I get past the discomfort, I really appreciate the learning experience. I polled everyone a couple of weeks ago to help me choose a tagline. I'm looking for something as good as Nike, GE or BMW. That's not too much to hope for is it? Thanks for all the responses!

Feb 06, 2012 03:22PM

How Body Language Can Help--or Hurt--How You Lead

I coach people like you ? successful managers, team leaders, entrepreneurs, and senior executives who are looking for ways to become even more effective in their ability to relate with and influence others.

Feb 06, 2012 02:33PM

Think Different: The Company Growing Faster Than Facebook

How should investors value growth? With Facebook now in registration for an initial public offering, the question is top of mind for investors in technology stocks. Facebook generated $3.7 billion in revenue in 2011, and a cool $1 billion in net income. If the conventional wisdom is right, and Facebook goes

Feb 06, 2012 02:22PM

Canada Scowls, Indiana Cheers Over Caterpillar Moves

Caterpillar has caused an uproar in Canada with a controversial plant closing. But the company attracted so many people to an Indiana jobs fair that the event had to be shut down earlier than planned.