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New BYU study looks at the power of 'true believers' in the workplace
Employees who buy into their organization's mission often have greater status, influence than those who do not.
Utah Technology Council touts STEM education for Utah’s economic future
The long-term future of the state’s economy will hinge on Utah’s ability to develop the next generation of skilled information technology professionals that will fill the growing number of high-tech jobs being produced,... Read more »
New BYU study looks at the power of 'true believers' in the workplace
Employees who buy into their organization's mission often have greater status and influence than those who do not, according to a new BYU study. Read more »
Sequester cuts hit poor, elderly, cancer patients
The first warnings about the spending cuts were dire. Read more »
Unpaid internships in jeopardy after court ruling
Unpaid internships have long been a path of opportunity for students and recent grads looking to get a foot in the door in the entertainment, publishing and other prominent industries, even if it... Read more »
The new dads: Diaper duty's just the start
Laura Radocaj of Vero Beach, Fla., was warned when she was pregnant with twins that motherhood would be harder than she imagined — especially because she planned to go back to work while the... Read more »
5 things to remember when negotiating your salary
Salary negotiations can be intimidating. Here are five suggestions to help you keep calm in the boss' office. Read more »
Balancing act: Don't let life's distractions lead to lingering regrets
It's impossible to go through life entirely distraction-free. We have too much going on, too much to do, too much to see. However, I do think we have the power to improve our focus at key moments,... Read more »
Do women earn less than men? Not necessarily, study says
Conventional wisdom that says women earn less than men has been challenged by a new study that says that gaps appear later in careers and hinge largely on choices such as family and and types of jobs. Read more »
The value of virtualization
Virtualization allows businesses to consolidate hardware and physical servers while eliminating the need to buy numerous pieces of equipment to achieve their needs. Read more »
What motorcycles and small-business owners have in common
Just like running a small business, riding a motorcycle carries some risk. The attitude my friends and I take to the road could be meaningful to how a small-business owner approaches risk. Read more »
Fund investment strategies: What matters, and what doesn't
A new study by Vanguard seeks to dispel myths about fund investment strategies. According to the report, which ran as a white-paper PDF on the company’s website, there is little actual... Read more »
More U.S. women than ever are breadwinners, Pew study finds
Mothers are breadwinners for a record share of American families, as more women bring up children on their own and more married mothers outearn their husbands, an analysis of census data shows. Read more »
Balancing act: Does too-casual attire hurt chances for promotion?
According to a recent survey, when asked the extent to which someone's style of dress at work affects his or her chances of being promoted, 80 percent of executives said "significantly" or "somewhat." Read more »
Can't catch a break: America lags behind on paid vacations
According to a report by the Center for Economic and Policy Research, the average worker in the private sector in the United States receives about 10 days of paid vacation and six paid holidays per... Read more »
When women out-earn men
A recent study finds that women who earn more than their potential spouse are more likely to have negative economic or family outcomes. But attitudes may be changing among young people toward... Read more »
US durable goods orders rise 3.3 percent in April
U.S. orders for long-lasting manufactured goods rebounded in April, buoyed by more demand for aircraft and stronger business investment. The gains suggest economic growth may be holding steady this... Read more »
Birth control coverage up for federal appeal
In the most prominent challenge of its kind, Hobby Lobby Stores Inc. asked a federal appeals court Thursday for an exemption from part of the federal health care law that requires it to offer... Read more »
Want more success in the workplace? Make better friends
According to a study by Lifeboat, an organization that explores “the art and science of friendship,” 50 percent of baby boomers (those age 50-69) met at least one of their closest... Read more »
10 easy ways to save money while commuting
In the spirit of National Bike to Work Day, here are 10 suggestions to save money on your commute. Read more »
12 characteristics of wildly successful startups
I am often asked these questions by aspiring entrepreneurs who want to start a business: What do I need to do to be successful? Where can I receive help? What resources are there? Who can guide me? Read more »
Utah summer jobs market appears strong
Utah's summer job prospects are looking good for many companies. But some officials say they're having a hard time finding employees to fill all positions. Read more »
US home building is surging, but job growth isn't
The resurgent U.S. housing market has sent builders calling again for Richard Vap, who owns a drywall installation company. Vap would love to help — if he could hire enough qualified people. Read more »
Are 401(k)s too risky to depend on for retirement?
In a nation with increasing retirement issues, investing in a 401(k) is becoming a greater gamble, according to Frontline. Read more »
Economic theory uses scientific method
Economics requires theory to form testable hypotheses, and theory often required heavy use of mathematics. Without theory and testable hypotheses, we would be unable to understand the economy. Read more »
The new dads: Diaper duty's just the start
Laura Radocaj of Vero Beach, Fla., was warned when she was pregnant with twins that motherhood would be harder than she imagined — especially because she planned to go back to work while the twins were still babies. "But this... Read more »
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