10 Ways to Spark Creativity in the Workplace
Creativity isn’t just for “creatives.” Rather, it’s a mental tool prized by employers across all fields. Many believe it’s the key to business success, even if the word itself has become overused and blasé. If you’ve been feeling uninspired recently, never fear: Research shows that creativity can be learned, just like any other skill. Everyone
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4 Tips for Businesses Hiring Summer Workers
Summer is an especially hectic time for many industries. Restaurants and shops frequently extend their hours of operation to accommodate increased foot traffic from students who are out of school for the season. Outdoor-based businesses take advantage of good weather and longer daylight hours to get in as much work as they can. This upswing
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Solid Networking Advice for Entrepreneurs
As most professionals and job seekers know, networking plays a huge role in helping you achieve your career goals. But strong industry connections can be beneficial to entrepreneurs, too: According to a recent survey by Dell and small business community Manta, one in five small business owners made networking their top priority when they first
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Scientists Accidentally Made Color-Changing Paint From Gold Nanoparticles
Something unexpected happened when scientists at the University of California, Riverside, started stringing together nanoparticles of gold. The gold wasn’t golden anymore. It changed colors. “When we see these gold particles aggregate, we find out they have very, very beautiful blue colors,” chemist Yadong Yin told The Atlantic. That bright blue would dissipate like a sunset — morphing
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Historical Figures Get a Branding Makeover With Modern Business Cards
Would you hire Roald Dahl or Vincent van Gogh? With a beautifully crafted business card, it’s hard for hiring managers to resist these superstars of history. To celebrate the launch of their new letterheads, online stationer MOO created custom business card and letter head designs for 12 prominent figures. Each design plays on its particular celebrity’s personality to
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