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Financial Transactions Tax: An Idea Whose Time Has Come

Alain Sherter — 2011-11-03T20:09:50Z

A small levy on securities trading would raise huge amounts of revenue, curb excessive market speculation and even encourage long-term investment. What's not to like?

Dropbox for Teams: Massive, Affordable Cloud Storage Made Easy

Dave Johnson — 2011-11-03T10:00:53Z

While the cloud can have fundamentally paradigm-changing implications for the business world, shorter term, I've got a solution you might want to check out.

Asking for Testimonials

Robert Gerrish — 2011-11-03T01:57:53Z

I recently caught up with Dale Beaumont and in this short interview he shares some wonderful tips regarding securing testimonials from past customers.Rather than asking outright for a...

Occupy Oakland's "General Strike" Opens New Front on Corporate Power

Alain Sherter — 2011-11-02T18:38:51Z

The budding protest movement is urging a one-day work stoppage to dramatize its push for economic equality and Wall Street accountability. Here's what it really needs--bodies in the streets.

Russian and Chinese Companies Most Likely to Bribe, Says Report

Jessica Stillman — 2011-11-02T16:03:46Z

The latest edition of Transparency International's look into which countries' firms are most bribery prone prompts little surprise but plenty of concern.

How to Hire the Best Small Business Employees

Jeff Haden — 2011-11-02T14:56:48Z

The smaller the business, the more hiring the right people matters. These are qualities small business owners should look for in prospective employees.

The Real Reasons for Sony's $1.1B Loss

Erik Sherman — 2011-11-02T14:19:14Z

Sony surprised Wall Street by projecting its fourth annual loss in a row. Management wants to blame the television market, but investors should blame (mis)management.

Build Your Sales Strategy in 6 Steps

Tom Searcy — 2011-11-02T14:00:23Z

It's about that time again. You're looking at 2012 with a skeptical eye. Here's a tool to help you de-mystify the coming year and plan for the future in less time than you'd think.

Top 3 Ways to Get Your Phone Calls Returned

Tom Searcy — 2011-11-02T13:40:18Z

Even the IRS auditors don't get 100% return on their calls, but you can do much better, if you follow this approach.

That's Not What You Meant? Preventing Common Communication Snafus

Mary Goodman and Rich Russakoff — 2011-11-02T13:20:09Z

You thought you were perfectly clear, so what went wrong? A simple 4-step process that will rid your organization of common communication errors.

Are You Blinded by the Conventional Wisdom?

Margaret Heffernan — 2011-11-02T12:20:29Z

How did Google miss social networking? How did Microsoft miss the rise of the Internet? Lots of smart people were blinded by orthodoxies.

Five Reasons Why an iPad Beats Android for Your Business

Dave Johnson — 2011-11-02T10:00:18Z

Tablets are a compelling alternative for many businesses, especially ones with a mobile workforce or interact 1:1 with customers. The question, of course, is which tablet to choose?

10 Strategies That Kill Companies - and Careers

Steve Tobak — 2011-11-02T00:06:54Z

Executives and business leaders are often clueless when it comes to strategy. Here are 10 common attempts that can lead to disaster.

Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac Still Dishing Out Big Bonuses

Alain Sherter — 2011-11-01T20:37:52Z

The housing finance agencies are wards of the U.S. government and still owe taxpayers billions of dollars. So why are they throwing money at top execs?

This Is Not a Joke: Citigroup Tells Parents How to Teach Kids About Managing Money

Alain Sherter — 2011-11-01T17:28:23Z

There is a Wall Street-sized irony in a poster-child for corporate recklessness offering financial advice aimed at America's children.

Markets Casting Deciding Ballot in Vote on Greek Bailout Plan

Constantine von Hoffman — 2011-11-01T15:20:46Z

Investors are already so on edge that call for a referendum may have the same impact as the nation defaulting.

Apple's Slide-To-Unlock Patent Has Some Big Loopholes

Erik Sherman — 2011-11-01T14:23:59Z

Apple gets a second patent on slide-to-unlock for smartphones and tablets and millions panic. But a close look suggests it won't matter.

On a Losing Streak? How to Win the Final Stretch

Tom Searcy — 2011-11-01T13:16:37Z

Play the rest of 2011 like the St. Louis Cardinals - it's not over yet.

How to Read Virtual Body Language in Email

Steve Tobak — 2011-11-01T13:05:05Z

You can learn a lot from how people email, text, or chat online, just as you can read their voice and body language. The more we communicate online, the more important this skill becomes.

5 Ways To Conquer That Conference

Laura Vanderkam — 2011-11-01T12:16:30Z

The panels may be boring, but conferences are a great way to meet people - if you plan ahead.