Last week’s tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut has done what many mass-shootings did not: reinvigorate the national debate over gun control. Advocates for restricting gun use in America have been on the retreat for almost two …
Why Free Shipping Is Almost Universal — And Why You Should Be Wary of It
If you didn’t notice it, yesterday was celebrated in some quarters as Free Shipping Day. It does seem odd, though, to focus on a single day for free shipping when throughout the entire season free shipping has not really been …
McDonald’s for Christmas? Burger Chain Asks Franchisees to Make It Business As Usual
A Big Mac probably isn’t your idea of Christmas dinner, but McDonald’s is asking its franchisees to stay open on Christmas Day — a day when even Wal-Mart, which caught flack for opening on Thanksgiving evening this year, closes its doors.
Will Google Escape a Federal Antitrust Lawsuit Over Web Search?
The end is near! No, we’re not talking about the Mayan apocalypse, but rather the federal government’s nearly two-year antitrust investigation of Internet search giant Google. The Federal Trade Commission and the Web titan are …
America’s Gun Economy, By the Numbers
The shooting in Newtown, Conn., that killed six adults and 20 children on Friday has once again refocused the nation’s attention on guns and gun control. Below are numbers to give some sense of the size and scope of the gun …
Why Santa Claus Is a No-Show at Many Malls This Year
The imagery of the Christmas season overwhelms every shopping center at this time of year, with candy canes, snowmen, wreaths, holly, and red, green, and gold accents everywhere you look. And while the image of Santa Claus is …
Are Twinkies a Good Investment? Scouring the eBay Track Record
With Twinkies and other Hostess products potentially heading off store shelves, now might be the time to snag an edible collector’s item
Two Rules for Keeping Employees Happy and Engaged
Every manager wants a team of dedicated employees. And yet, many bosses fail to do their part to make this happen. Here are two things you can do for your employees to earn their commitment:
- Put their needs before yours. Treat them justly and do what’s right for them and the organization, not just what works for you personally. Give
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Surviving a Social Media Crisis
An unhappy customer can reach a lot more people than they used to thanks to social media, so how can you deal with it when it’s your company coming in for criticism?
Pro Tricks to Save Money on Holiday Parties (Without Looking Cheap)
Professional party planners have to create fabulous events with limited budgets all the time, so they have the best tricks for creating a festive atmosphere without breaking the bank — and without painting the hosts as …
10 Great Deals That Show ‘Free Shipping Day’ Can Be Worthwhile
Monday, December 17, has been officially designated as Free Shipping Day in the world of e-retail. It’s a totally made-up, arguably irrelevant “special” event—but hey, who cares if it helps you snag a deal on last-minute holiday gifts?
Toys R Us 88-Hour Shopping Marathon — Because Sometimes You Need a Furby at 3 A.M.
Sure, holiday shopping started months ago, and consumers have shown a keen willingness to drop big bucks shopping online throughout the entire season. Nonetheless, the last-minute shopping scene is likely to quite traditional—fast, furious, and in actual stores.