Small-business owners see silver lining in the recession
The current gloomy economic conditions contain some good news for the small-business sector. Some small-business owners and managers are finding a silver lining in the current recession, seeing more high-quality candidates available for hire, rising employee retention rates and gains in market share. As a small-business owner, you take advantage of these opportunities and make them work for your business.

SEO expert gives tips on how to improve the visibility of your business on the Web
The business world has always been competitive, but in today's strained economy, business owners have to be tougher and savvier than ever. Danny DeMichele, founder of the Internet marketing agency eVisibility, notes that when you add in the factor of rapidly changing technology, if you're not paying attention, your business can be left in the dust.

Business management degrees build versatile career choices
Earning a Bachelor's degree in business management can open the door to a wide variety of career placement and career advancement opportunities. In today's increasingly competitive job market it is especially important to hold a versatile degree that is applicable within a variety of sectors, and a business management degree can help do just that.

The surprising, rewarding path many career changers are following
Trust in ever-resourceful and adaptable Americans to create opportunities to improve their own lives, and the lives of others, from the shambles of the economy. With unemployment rates still making news, many Americans are finding new ways to make a living, turning layoffs into launch pads for new careers.

How owners of small businesses can successfully weather the economic storm
Many small business owners cheered the emphasis that President Barack Obama put on supporting small businesses in his recent State of the Union address. As the president's focus indicated, small businesses are central to the economy. When small businesses are running strong, it's a good thing for all, from consumers to employees to other business owners. That's why it's important, if you own or plan on starting a small business, you make sure you're taking all the right steps to protect your venture.

Spend time on your carpet playing, not cleaning
As your daughter recounts her exciting day at school, your eyes widen in fear as her demonstrating arms wildly swing around and connect with the glass of juice - full of course - on the counter. Before you have a chance to react, both juice and glass splash down to the carpet below. The good news: The carpet prevented the glass from breaking. The bad news: You're once again cleaning a bright stain out of the carpet.

Patient confidentiality and you
When you head to your family physician for a routine checkup or visit the hospital for a more intensive procedure, you deserve to know that the information you share with each health care professional is kept confidential. You want to rest assured that your personal information is not going to be available to anyone other than the physicians and medical staff involved in your care.

Planning, taxes and insurance tips to get your new business off to a successful start
With the unemployment rate at an all-time high, many people are starting their own businesses as a way to leverage their work experience. There are a lot of resources for those starting a business, but sometimes the sheer number of resources and the amount of input can be overwhelming. Here are some basic tips around the three major aspects of starting a business: planning, insurance and taxes.

Breaking down barriers: Who says women can't excel in math and science?
True or false: Men have more ability in math and science than women? The correct answer is false, and it seems that America's work force is finally beginning to reflect this.

Tips for returning to school - online
Going back to school is a tough decision, especially if you've been in the working environment for several years. But many Americans are making the decision to enroll in classes - either to better their knowledge for potential promotion in their current field or to completely change careers. And many of them are pursing their education online.

You can still get scholarships - here's how
A slow economy and dwindling resources for financial aid may have you worrying more than ever about funding your child's college education. But there are still scholarships available for those who pursue them and take the all-important step of applying long before the school year starts.

The best tips and technology for a productive spring
Spring is around the corner and with it comes spring cleaning, planning summer vacations and, for many, a boost in productivity. Productivity among American workers reached its highest mark in six years last spring, according to the U.S. Department of Labor. If you have more on your plate than you can handle, take a step back and figure out how to be more efficient and get more done.

The 2010 mobile technology roundup - your must-have items
Americans are more tech savvy than ever. And with the growing need for on-the-go technology comes some pretty unique inventions. Each year, the products are getting more high-tech, more portable, and in many cases, easier to use.

Make your Web site work with marketing video
You have a fantastic product and a great Web site to promote it, but something is missing. Internet video marketing is quickly becoming a strong tool companies are using to attract leads or new customers through their Web sites.

Make money, make a difference with the power of crowdsourcing
Google the words "meaningful work" and you'll find more than 1.6 million hits, ranging from tips for finding a job you can believe in, to how to find meaning in the job you already have. Perhaps it's another side effect of the recession, but it seems that for many Americans, making money isn't enough anymore; it's just as important to make a difference.

Obama's stimulus bill includes huge student aid investments
The Obama administration has set forth an extensive bill designed to get the economy out of the recession and moving again. This $70 billion bill has a large portion directed toward students and investing in their education.