Technology & Innovation

More than 1 billion people volunteer around the world annually but because they do not receive taxed income for their efforts, the economic effect of volunteering is often excluded from GDP calculations.

With the lines between the two becoming blurrier and blurrier, it’s vital that marketers improve their ability to speak the tech vernacular.

She Rides is a new service launching in New York on Monday that connects female riders with women drivers. The gender-specific business plan is being scrutinized by those who say it discriminates against men. She Rides’ founder argues that her service is not unlike a women-only gym.

If you thought your TV was a safe haven unsaturated by comic book adaptations, think again.

Ever wonder what digital disruption looks like up close? Take a peek at the tourism industry in major cities around the world. Instead of staying with established hotel brands like […]

Though hardly a new innovation, online job fairs offer an opportunity to network from your home office. It’s important to remember that you should still put forth the same effort you would during a live meeting.

The important thing to remember is that maintaining your brand and reputation does not involve blasting customers online.

Noah Zatz, professor at the UCLA law school, argues that undervaluing labor that happens inside the home puts poor families at a further monetary disadvantage. 

When setting a deadline for yourself or others, setting it in the “present” increases the likelihood that the project will be completed on time. 

Leila Janah, founder and CEO of the non-profit business Samasource, describes the organization’s core concept as a way for technology “to unlock human talent wherever it may happen to reside.” Sometimes […]

The rise of deep learning will revolutionize how companies are managed, argues the Economist, replacing many of the tasks currently done by humans–especially management consultants–with computer programs.

If you’re not particularly connected to international political happenings (i.e. you’re most Americans), it may come as a surprise that Scottish voters will be answering the big million pound/euro question […]

If you’re considering becoming a freelancer, you need to take stock of your finances and start marketing yourself before making the switch.

We’re attending the 2014 Learning and Leadership Development Conference this week, and we hope some of you are, too. This annual conference, hosted by the Human Capital Institute, is a […]

If you’ve got holes at your company you can’t seem to fill, it’s probably a case of “it’s not them, it’s us.” Fixing HR and Hiring isn’t all that difficult once you know what errors to look for.

Pretty much everyone has either been the creator, target, or independent observer of a note like this one. It’s the classic “DON’T TOUCH MY THINGS” notice, though just a little […]

What happens when your company’s name becomes associated with a murderous terrorist enterprise? Some companies operating under the “Isis” name have opted for a name change. Others have held steady.

Tech prognosticators think future iPhones will contain chips to make them scannable in check-out lines. Apple’s mobile wallet could replace plastic altogether. 

A good leader gets the most out of his or her team. Doing so requires a genuine commitment to trust, respect, and loyalty.

When your company makes the transition from “just starting out” to “taking the next step,” innovation needs to remain a priority. Make sure it stays in your budget.

The most difficult tasks for managers to master fall under two categories: transitioning into the role from a position which required a different skill set and learning to manage people effectively. 

Science confirms that “aha!” moments are more likely to occur in new settings since the brain is processing new sets of information, mixing it with established knowledge in a process essential to creativity.

As companies like Uber and Lyft turn the cars of ordinary drivers into taxi cabs, at what point does using their service become cheaper than owning a car? That’s a difficult question…

Germany’s employment minister has proposed a new law that would place restrictions on employers that force workers to check their work e-mail at home.

Telecommuters are able to be more creative, adapt personalized work habits, and set their own boundaries. Many believe that leads to higher productivity.

More than an economic reality, the sharing economy is a sign of the times, suggesting that the individual consumerism that has powered the American economy may be shifting.

Today’s children are spending an average of seven hours a day on entertainment media, including televisions, computers, phones and other electronic devices. Studies have shown that excessive media use can […]

Rather than maintain its landlines, the university is opting to subsidize cell phones for employees at its new online learning initiative.

Sometimes the best way to combat stress is to examine it not as a mysterious toxin but as a tangible, solvable equation.

Not only are supercomputers able to perform research at a quicker pace than scientists, their processes offer a unique approach to culling information. Because of this, supercomputers are capable of making discoveries that scientists can’t.