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How Bezos Defies Tech's Biggest Myth
October 22, 2018
Industry giant Amazon started in a garage, like many of Silicon Valley's storied startups. But its founder, Jeff Bezos, did not drop out of college.
In a Mid-Career Rut? Here’s How To Escape It
October 19, 2018
Work can become a bit mundane, even for people who truly love what they do. But there are new ways to escape the tedium, Maryland Smith experts explain.
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Better Communication For Remote Teams
October 18, 2018
Email, instant messaging and Slack have been called essential for optimal communication among virtual work teams. But do these technologies really deserve the credit they get?
Exploring A Shortcut To Leadership
In just a few minutes each morning, worn-out leaders can set themselves up for a successful and positive day. The trick involves a little self-reflection, which can go a long way.
Time for a Change in MBA Education?
MBA students gain essential tools that enable the kind of critical thinking required to solve problems and lead companies. But there is a downside to the curriculum, Maryland Smith's Rachelle Sampson writes.
Is Cable's Model Poised for a Comeback?
October 17, 2018
The proliferation of video streaming services could lead to the resurgence of a model that has long appeared to be at death's door: The cable model.
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Helping Marriott Grow Worldwide
October 12, 2018
Marriott International executive Falisha Alie knew she wanted to work in the hospitality industry
Another Reason To Avoid Knockoffs
October 11, 2018
Luxury brands use legal threats, guilt campaigns to deter people from buying knockoffs. New research reveals a better tactic.
Steve Case on the 3rd Wave of Internet Innovation
October 10, 2018
Steve Case, co-founder and former CEO of AOL, says the third wave of internet innovation is now under way, but for the U.S. to continue to lead, it needs to think bigger.
Why Women-Led Hedge Funds Love Risk
October 09, 2018
It’s long been believed that if you want to rein in risk-taking, hiring women as top managers can help. But new research suggests that it can have the opposite result.
The Modern Interview Thank You Note
You’ve applied for a new job and aced the interview. Congrats! But don’t forget to send a thank you note. Here's what it should say.
KPMG Job Awaits Accounting Student
October 08, 2018
As an accounting major during his undergraduate studies at the University of Central Florida, Chr
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