Sunday, October 31, 2010

At 28, he's a rising star with Walmart - NorthJersey.com

The title tells it all, and if are you or intend to be, check out this inspiring story - of hard work and positive attitude bringing success.

At 28, he's a rising star with Walmart - NorthJersey.com

Twitter Founding CEO Demotes Self

This is an extended article on the founding and start-up of Twitter, as well as its' strategy, leadership and future prospects. Well-worth reading for those who think they too will be successful.

Monday, October 25, 2010

E.U. Finance Chiefs Near a Deal on Budget Sanctions - NYTimes.com

The EU is attempting for enforce its' fiscal austerity policies across the Continent in light of the fiscal crisis and impact on the Euro. This does raise issues of sovereignty and the role of the Euro Zone.

E.U. Finance Chiefs Near a Deal on Budget Sanctions - NYTimes.com

MTV Reinvents Itself for the Millennial Generation - NYTimes.com

Revitalizing and re-positioning your brand is important - especially when dealing with a younger, more fickle audience.

MTV Reinvents Itself for the Millennial Generation - NYTimes.com

Sunday, October 24, 2010

G-20 Leaders Pledge to Avoid Currency War - NYTimes.com

Manipulation of currency values is considered an act of (economic) war by some - vital for economic growth and a tool to raise people out of poverty by others. Read this - a proclamation of unity of purpose among the world's largest economies and a good primer on currency markets.

G-20 Leaders Pledge to Avoid Currency War - NYTimes.com

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

In France, Labor Strikes Head for Showdown - NYTimes.com

Economic change, making France more able to 'pay its' bills', is bringing social unrest. Do you think you would be on the side of government or protesters?

In France, Labor Strikes Head for Showdown - NYTimes.com

Friday, October 15, 2010

Push to End Job Barriers Rattles Greece and Economy - NYTimes.com

Barriers to entry in a domestic market, creating artificially high prices through government intervention, etc.. Every nation does this - it allows politicians to dole out favors to supporter, but maybe none as aggressively as the Greeks. Consider how this effects International Business and stagnates opportunity for small (local) businesses as well.

Push to End Job Barriers Rattles Greece and Economy - NYTimes.com