Indian industry leaders gathered on June 4 in New Delhi to unveil their solution to India’s unfolding fiscal crisis: a 12-step program to economic recovery. The dozen measures recommended by the Federation of Indian Chambers of …
Why Restaurants Use the ‘At Participating Locations Only’ Disclaimer
Lately, it seems like at the bottom of every freebie, buy-one-get-one deal, and 99-cent special, there’s some teeny-tiny print noting that the offer is good only “at participating locations.” The clause is especially ubiquitous at fast food chains, and consumers are known to get agitated after walking into an establishment expecting to …
How to Dump Your Fee-Filled 401(k)
401(k) fees are back in the news. These plans still make sense for many workers, especially if there is a company match. But it’s tough to make the case for sticking around once you retire or find another job. Here are four ways to treat your 401(k) assets.
8 Snap Interview Decisions Every Boss Makes
You might interview a job candidate for an hour, but sometimes it’s over in minutes.
Sometimes There’s a Reward for Not Paying Off Parking & Traffic Tickets
Your mother was wrong about procrastination and irresponsibility. They can, in fact, pay off in a good way down the line. Amnesty programs have been popping up around the country, allowing drivers with outstanding parking and …
It’s Prime Time for Hot Deals on Lingerie
Is there anything sexier than the phrase, “Honey, I got it on sale”? Experts say that June is the optimal months for bargain hunters in the market for bare essentials at barely-there prices.
Is Success Due to Hard Work and Determination — Or Is There a Lot of Luck Involved?
In a commencement address he gave at his alma mater on Sunday, author Michael Lewis — best known for the nonfiction classics Moneyball and Liar’s Poker – told the assembled graduates something that many of them most likely …
Find a Mentor Who Scares You
Every newbie professional wants a caring and supportive mentor who will usher him into his next role. But when you’re a rookie it’s a good time to take risks. Better to face criticism now so that you avoid it later on when the stakes are higher. Go out and find the most qualified and talented mentor, coach, or manager you can, and …
How to Go to the Movies for $1 This Summer
The average movie ticket sold for around $8 last year, and that figure is expected to rise to $8.15 by the end of 2012. But all summer long, it’s possible to go the movies—yes, to the movies, not only watch a Redbox DVD rental …
How to Manage Remote Workers
As a small business, letting your employees work remotely can make for happier and more productive employees and also save on overhead costs.
Can Hollywood’s Ari Emanuel Script a Silicon Valley Cease-Fire?
For nearly a decade, Hollywood has waged a titanic struggle with Silicon Valley over copyright law. Viacom’s long-running lawsuit against Google’s YouTube video service continues, and the two industries are still retrenching …
Airline Already Collecting the Most Passenger Fees Wants $1 Billion More of Them Annually
In 2011, no U.S. airline pulled in more revenues from fees than Delta. The airline collected an industry-leading $767 million in reservation cancellation and change fees, and another $863 million in baggage fees. Delta isn’t …