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The Case Against Commuting

Here are lots more reasons to be annoyed by your commute.

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Tax Rules for College Students And Their Parents

A Maryland Smith expert describes the clever – and entirely legal – loophole his dad used to reduce his income tax and how that loophole has changed.

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The Expanding Dominion of Alipay

Cash may be king in much of the world, but in China, Alipay wears the crown.

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Different Markets Mean Different Planning

At Hilti actively seeking out opportunities to leverage different cultures and geographies is an

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Adaptability at the World's Most Penetrated Brand

Global mindset is a point of view that embraces diversity.

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All the Other Warren Buffetts

'The Warren Buffett of Britain'? 'The Warren Buffett of India'? 'The Warren Buffett of technology'? If it seems like it's hard to keep up with all the Warren Buffetts, don't worry. Here's the secret.

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New Year’s Resolutions for the Office

It’s a new year, and you’re probably considering some resolutions. What if your workplace was also thinking about some resolutions and looking for a path to self-betterment?

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Supply Chains Don’t Like Mondays Either

That return-to-work dread that puts people in bad moods – and has been documented to drag down productivity and impact financial markets – also wreaks havoc on the efficiency of moving goods from one place to another on Mondays.

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Why China's Li Ziqi Is Popular – And Controversial

She captured a People's Choice Award from People's Daily, the largest newspaper group in China, but not everyone was pleased.

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What To Binge Watch Over Winter Break

Ready to get cozy and catch up on some of the movies and TV shows you've missed? Maryland Smith faculty have some recommendations.

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The Super Bowl Is Officially Hot Again

Brands still on the fence about whether to buy Super Bowl air time may just have to hope for better luck next year. For the first time in five years, commercial spots have sold out, well ahead of the big game.

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Xiaomi and China’s Smartphone Market

There was a lot of excitement in China this week about Xiomi Corp., as the world’s fourth-largest smartphone maker launched its very affordable 5G smartphone “for the masses.” Our expert shares some insights.

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