11 ways Wall Street brainwashes you
We all like to think of ourselves as the masters of our thoughts, but our brains work in ways that leave us vulnerable to being duped, even when we know it's happening.
Archive for July 16, 2008
Rising costs pinch Rubbermaid plastics
The maker of an array of household products will raise prices on some items, halt production of others and embrace innovation as energy prices drive up manufacturing costs.
What your pet really costs you
It's easy to forget about long-term costs when you first see that fluffy tail and those big eyes. Educate yourself first, choose the right pet or breed, and learn how to reduce the expenses.
Fraud, identity theft grow at ATMs
It's easy for crooks to rip you off at the cash machine, especially if you're not paying attention. And your PIN won't offer the protection you might assume it would.
Advertising in Digital Media
These 3 hot trends can give you a competitive edge on the web and beyond.
The Seeds of Success
Business is blooming for 1-800Flowers.com, but it wasn't always that way for founder Jim McCann.
Generating More Referrals
There are plenty of opportunities to develop quality referrals--you just have to look for them.
Keep Your Customers Reading
8 tips for developing e-newsletters that have interesting and relevant content for readers
Dow jumps 277 as oil falls, Wells Fargo delights
The market has its best day since April as Wells Fargo raises its dividend and sets off a huge rally in financial stocks. Oil prices tumble again. EBay's earnings guidance disappoints Wall Street. Consumer prices show a big jump in June.
Struggling Americans raiding 401(k)s
A study finds middle-class families are turning to retirement money to get through financial crises such as unemployment and medical emergencies.
Skydiving for sales
In the quest for brand recognition, some entrepreneurs sponsor NASCAR drivers, while others slap their logos on the backs of local baseball players. John Hart launched a skydiving team and emblazoned his company's name, Selection.com, across the chutes.
Skydiving for sales
In the quest for brand recognition, some entrepreneurs sponsor NASCAR drivers, while others slap their logos on the backs of local baseball players. John Hart launched a skydiving team and emblazoned his company's name, Selection.com, across the chutes.
Poll: Stimulus made no difference
Optimism is a rare commodity among today's small business owners, according to a new national survey conducted by Suffolk University. More than 80% believe the country is in an economic recession, and 86% feel that the government is doing "nothing" or "little" to help small businesses.
Poll: Stimulus made no difference
Optimism is a rare commodity among today's small business owners, according to a new national survey conducted by Suffolk University. More than 80% believe the country is in an economic recession, and 86% feel that the government is doing "nothing" or "little" to help small businesses.