Leadership
Charitable donations in 2011 near $300 billion
Americans have continued to increase their charitable donations since the recession.
Dimon faces more questions over $2B trading loss
JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon returns to Capitol Hill Tuesday to face more questions from lawmakers over a $2 billion-plus trading loss incurred by the bank. Read more »
Tropicana Casino suspends workers in protest
The Tropicana Casino and Resort in Atlantic City is suspending workers who took part in a protest that blocked traffic Friday night near the casino's entrance. Read more »
Mastermind of Nev. mortgage fraud scheme sentenced
A former Las Vegas businessman has been sentenced to nearly 22 years in federal prison for masterminding a mortgage fraud scheme that cost financial institutions more than $24 million. Read more »
Former Goldman Sachs director convicted in NYC
A former Goldman Sachs director accused of feeding confidential information to a corrupt hedge fund manager has been convicted of conspiracy and three counts of securities fraud. Read more »
More women staying at home — but not as homemakers, according to Forbes
For the past 20 years, women have been taking the lead of starting more micro (less than five employees) and small business. Read more »
On Leadership: The big, fat Greek predicament: How the EU is avoiding the root of Greece's problems
I look at Greece and I’m not optimistic. Neither the government nor the people seem to possess the moral and political will to reduce entitlements. The European Union can wring its hands and... Read more »
Bosses have mostly been spared, but workers still taking a beating from the recession
For many bosses, the economic rebound has kept them relatively secure, whereas their employees are getting the brunt of the blows from the recession, according to Bloomberg. Read more »
Fight back against tax return identity theft
Falsified returns are easy for thieves to manipulate as the IRS does not authenticate tax returns or W-2 forms prior to issuing a refund. All a scammer needs is a name and social security number, a... Read more »
'Buy 1, give 1': Can shopping help the needy?
More and more Americans are supporting companies who give back to local communities. According to the 2010 Cone Cause Evolution Study, since 1993, the percentage of Americans who have bought a... Read more »
Hospitals add palliative teams at feverish pace
Hospitals across the country have been adding programs in palliative care. The field has expanded so rapidly that a majority of American hospitals now have palliative programs, to the delight of patients who say they've finally found... Read more »
New Mexico to build innovative city with no residents
The most innovative city in the United States is being built in New Mexico. It will provide urban conditions for testing products, without any residents around. Read more »
7 non-negotiables to prevent a bad hire
More than two-thirds of employers were affected by a bad hire last year. About 41 percent estimate a single bad hire cost them $25,000. Read more »
Balancing act: Company offers 5 things to know when seeking work-life balance
According to a new survey of more than 1,400 CFOs, 41 percent said trying to balance work and personal responsibilities is their greatest source of workplace stress. Here are five things you should... Read more »
Deseret News Exclusive: Excerpt from Clayton Christensen's 'How Will You Measure Your Life?'
Read an excerpt from "How Will You Measure Your Life?" by Clayton M. Christensen. Read more »
On Leadership: Organizations rise or fall on the ability of leaders to connect with employees
I do believe organizations largely rise or fall on the ability of leaders to connect with employees before they direct them. Read more »
Environmental groups, tribes protest nuclear power plant along Green River
Environmental groups and Native American tribes gathered Saturday at the site of a proposed nuclear power plant to protest its location and plans to divert water from the Green River. Read more »
How has Mormonism shaped Mitt Romney's leadership style?
The Washington Post has launched a series of stories by LDS writers and academics aimed at explaining how Mitt Romney's leadership style has been shaped by his experiences as a lay leader in The... Read more »
Companies need to clearly define their brand to bond with customers
As entrepreneurs, we often focus on finding the right employees, establishing the best strategy, and aligning a product or service with the needs of customers. But we fail to spend time and deep thought about crafting the right brand... Read more »
On Leadership: Who really makes the cheese? It's not the government
Utah is a good cheese-making state. By cheese-making I mean the creation of economic value. Read more »
On Leadership: Job-creation begins at home
Not long after I was married, I lost my job. My wife was expecting our first child and we suddenly found ourselves without health insurance. After the baby came, I went to the bank to get a loan to pay the medical bills. I... Read more »
Strong mentors are a business's best friend
Expert advisors are a business builder’s best friends and resources. We might also call them coaches, teachers or mentors. They think abundantly and are willing to share what they know with those who ask for help. Read more »
Nu Skin expansion in Provo reaches halfway point
Nu Skin marked the halfway point Monday for the construction of its $90 million Innovation Center in downtown Provo. Read more »
Tea Leaf: English language is mandatory for many global firms
Welcome to the global community in 2012. English has increasingly become the international language of business. Within more and more nations, businesses are demanding their executives become... Read more »
Fed policymakers keeping stimulus tools on table
Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke left open the possibility Wednesday of further Fed action to stimulate the economy. Read more »
Debt collector with IHC connections accused of targeting patients in ER for money
A medical debt collection company with connections to Intermountain Healthcare is under fire from the Minnesota attorney general, accused of placing its employees in hospital waiting rooms. Read more »
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