Education: This category covers topics related to learning, teaching, and education reform. Posts in this category might include articles about new educational technologies, strategies for teaching effectively, or advice on how to choose the right school.
By Dean Kaplan The long-held dream of winning millions in VC funding has turned into a nightmare for some startup founders who found out too late that equity funding wasn’t all they hoped it would be. Some wish they hadn’t given up such a large share of their company’s value (and the control that goes…
Franchise websites have become an essential tool for prospective franchisees seeking information on opportunities and wanting to learn more about franchising. The following websites offer a variety of information for the smart franchise investor. 10 best franchise websites 1. Franchise.org Franchise.org is the website of the International Franchise Association, and contains valuable information for both…
There are different forms of financial statement fraud that companies might commit. Here are three of the most common types of financial statement fraud to be on the alert for. The 3 most common types of financial statement fraud 1. Overstating revenue Probably the most common financial statement fraud is the manipulation of sales (revenue)…
It is not too soon for retailers and e-tailers to prepare for the upcoming “competitive holiday shopping season.” In a blog on its site, Salesforce says that while last year retailers were worried about “increasing profitability in a challenging economy,” this year the focus will be on “keeping loyal customers happy.” This is important because…
By Brett Farmiloe From publishing informative content to improving your LinkedIn profile’s visual appeal and searchability, here are 13 tips to grow your business with the help of LinkedIn. How to use LinkedIn to grow your business 1. Include keywords in your profile “Think of your LinkedIn page as if it were your website, and…
By Arkady Sandler Utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) in business operations is a reliable way to boost the speed, efficiency and overall quality of work, and 81% of employees already believe that AI has improved their job performance. In fact, according to SnapLogic, 68% are ready for their employers to deploy more AI-based tools. The global…
By Jared Whittle Let’s face it, company culture was swept aside by the wave of remote work that has now established itself as the new norm. It’s all too easy for coworkers to become little more than three-inch figures that exist only in a Zoom window, appearing for a mere handful of hours each week….
By Rafael Lourenco Consumer attitudes are changing about ordering online from overseas, and global e-commerce market forecasts reflect that shift. Analysts predict 25% compound annual global e-commerce growth through 2028, when the market will be worth more than $3 billion, up from $794 million in 2021, per Vantage Market Research. This growth represents an opportunity…
By Aron Kantor The startup ecosystem is currently evolving at a higher pace than ever. Investors’ expectations have changed, and fundraising is a huge challenge for startups. Crunchbase data shows that seed and angel investment to U.S. startups fell 45% year over year in the first quarter of 2023 to $3.1 billion. Seed and angel…
Members of Generation Z (sometimes called Zoomers) are coming of age. The leading edge of the generation is entering the workforce and ready to spend money. But before you can sell to them, you need to know what Gen Z cares about and how they shop. Insider Intelligence recently talked to Zoomers to find out…
