Tag: business

We can’t live without digital media, but why would we want to?

In the past, media had no role in our health, transportation or infrastructure but technology has disrupted the boundary between media and non-media interactions. “But dad, I can’t live without them!” My daughter Judy and I were once again locked in the battle over screen time by now familiar to many of today’s parents and […]

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LinkedIn updates job search tools

LinkedIn updates job search tools, releases new usage stats While Instagram is currently seeing the most hype in the social media world, LinkedIn, the professional social network, is quietly building upon its own success, and boosting its functionality and options to cater to increased demand. According to LinkedIn: “The LinkedIn community has never been stronger, with […]

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How to Save for Retirement If You Have Your Own Business

Small business owners and gig economy workers may enjoy freedom and often benefit from increased flexibility. However, they miss out on the retirement plans and contributions that many full-time workers receive. So, how should a small business owner plan for retirement in the absence of company-sponsored plans? Angela Park Sheldon of Tortuga Wealth Management, based […]

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Make sustainability part of your business model

Climate change has launched into the news in light of recent protests in London and across the world by activists demanding stronger action from governments regarding environmental policy. As the movement gains traction, more and more businesses are working to incorporate sustainable principles into their models. These principles include a variety of ethical concerns, such as the following: Workers’ […]

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Dress Codes: What your business can legally regulate

Workplace dress codes launched back into headlines when Goldman Sachs announced that suits and ties were optional in March 2019. The move was surprising across the board – Goldman Sachs, like other finance giants, has long been known for its suited and polished employees – and signals a widespread change in workplaces across America. Even as dress […]

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