The partial government shutdown on Tuesday had a minimal impact on business leaders. Partisan brinkmanship is not new to Washington, and according to the Boston Globe, businesses aren’t expecting any major changes in the near future. However, a threat does loom over the heads of business owners; when the federal government reaches its borrowing limit… Continue Reading
Almost every business today requires an IT team or external IT company. Choosing the right company can be a hassle, but it is extremely important. Joanna Sobran of MXOtech, Inc. lists ten things to look out for while searching for the right tech support in an article on the Huffington Post: 1. They own all… Continue Reading
According to recent reports, high demand and tight supplies of cocoa butter may increase the price of chocolate this holiday season. The Huffington Post explains that “Increased demand from Asia’s expanding middle class and a turnaround in sales in big consuming countries have seen butter prices nearly double to more than $7,000 a tonne from… Continue Reading
Later today, Apple will unveil its newest iPhone. Investors have high hopes for the new device, and many are building bullish share and options positions. The unveiling will take place at a media event in Cupertino, California. Apple’s newest models include he iPhone 5S, and the cheaper version, the iPhone 5C. Experts also expect the… Continue Reading
Author AJ Jacobs recently discussed the tool most essential to starting a business in an interview with Josh Zepps of Huffington Post Live. Jacobs explains that self-delusion is key to achieving business goals. “…The most important tool is to delude yourself, to be irrationally optimistic that your business is going to succeed. And then, you… Continue Reading
Blackberry, previously called RIM, has been struggling to keep afloat in today’s touch-enthused mobile industry. Bobbi Rebell of Reuters discusses whether the company should reassess its game plan and make a deal: Continue Reading
Today, managing business while on-the-go is not nearly as complicated as it was a mere decade ago. USA Today Money’s Small Business Tech Talk recently discussed five free apps that can contribute greatly to business owners and entrepreneurs without tacking on any additional fees. These include Google Maps, Evernote, Skype, SkyDrive, and TripIt. Desaire Brown… Continue Reading
This Thursday marks the debut of the Annual Marine Money Geneva Forum. Scheduled for the 27th of June, the event will be held at the President Wilson Hotel in Geneva. The 2013 Marine Money Geneva Forum gathers leading international ship finance professionals from across the globe. Eagle Bulk Shipping Chairman and CEO Sophocles N. Zoullas… Continue Reading
Yesterday’s U.S. Day Ahead discussed the top 3 stories in business this week, including home prices, Tesla’s new battery system, and Facebook’s big announcement. Continue Reading
Over a decade ago, online grocery start-up Webvan closed its doors after going through more than $800 million in venture capital and IPO proceeds in three years. Four of Amazon’s major executives are actually former Webvan officials and today, after analyzing and fixing the problems, they are launching AmazonFresh. These key players include Doug Herrington,… Continue Reading