It might seem odd to look back at the life of a 17 year old, but Nick D’Aloisio is no ordinary teenager. The …
Why Apparel Companies Compete To Outfit College Hoops Teams
The overall No. 1 seed Louisville Cardinals have been donning polarizing uniforms in the NCAA men’s basketball tournament this year. Young fans seem to love the new unis. The older ones, not so much. But Louisville and its athletics department didn’t have a say in the design, only the color scheme, say Louisville officials — because …
Google Glass Will Be Made in the USA by Foxconn
Google‘s high-tech glasses will be manufactured in California, according to multiple reports, in the latest example of an American tech company choosing to build one of its products in the United States. Google’s highly touted …
Dunk City & Dollars: Florida Gulf Coast Bandwagon Means Big Bucks
A nation of fans is currently fascinated with an entire team—Florida Gulf Coast, the first No. 15 seed to ever make it to the Sweet 16 round of the NCAA tournament. And the impact goes well beyond soaring team apparel sales.
Beyond Showrooming: 3 Quirky Ways Smartphones Are Changing How We Shop
When shoppers met the smartphone, they quickly learned that the device was ideal for shopping around — while shopping in person. They could do things like check Kelley Blue Book prices at car dealerships, or see if a dress in a …
Q&A With the 17-Year-Old Who Sold an App to Yahoo for $30 Million
Nick D’Aloisio speaks about the development of Summly, how he met Marissa Mayer and his girlfriend’s reaction to his new fame.
What’s the Key to Money Success: Behavior or ‘Mechanics’?
An Ohio school teacher sounds off on blogger’s assertion that personal finance is a waste of time unless it focuses on the psychology of spending.
Communication Breakdown: If You Think You’re Talking About Money, Your Kids Don’t Hear It
Parents and kids can’t seem to agree on whether they are even discussing personal finance, a new survey shows. That’s OK. Actions are what matter.
Make Your Mission Meaningful
When work has personal meaning, people feel a sense of ownership in their jobs. But few employers do what it takes to make this a core part of their organization. This is apparent in the often bland, tone-deaf, and hollow mission statements companies adopt, which regularly turn out to be empty lip service to values that aren’t lived …
Fenway Park Drops Beer and Food Prices … And Red Sox Fans Get Angry?
Cheaper beer prices? Free food for kids? How insulting!
Co-working Spaces Could Save You a Bundle
Renting a co-working space can be a great way to launch your startup cheaply – and expand your professional network in the process.
Could It Be? Gas Prices Are Around 25¢ Cheaper Than Last Year
The current national average per gallon of gas, $3.65, probably doesn’t seem all that cheap. Not compared to the beginning of the year, when prices were 10% cheaper. And especially not compared to a few years ago, when gas sold …