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So, what's your plan of action?
livemint.com - 6 Mar 2016 21:20
If the answer is, I don't have one, then it's time to change the situation. Everyone needs a money plan. Here's why
First goals, and then products
livemint.com - 6 Mar 2016 21:20
Avoid choosing financial products randomly or only to save taxes. Set money targets and then make the right choices
The future of coding bootcamps
Venture Beat - 6 Mar 2016 21:04
GUEST: Almost two years ago, I wrote a couple of features on the potential of the coding bootcamp industry, including one published here on VentureBeat. I talked to founders and other stakeholders from more than a dozen ...
The Hot Corporate Career Of The Future Isn't What You'd Expect
Forbes - 6 Mar 2016 05:18
Freelancing used to be a desperate measure for cash-strapped workers who were between jobs. But today, corporate freelance careers look like the next hot opportunity for ambitious professionals, as big companies embrac...
China says cuts in overcapacity won't cause massive layoffs
Reuters - 6 Mar 2016 05:04
(Reuters) - China's plans to reduce industrial overcapacity are unlikely to result in large-scale layoffs, the country's top economic planner said on Sunday.
This 'panic index' suggests an oil-and-gas crisis could be on the way
Business Insider - 6 Mar 2016 04:34
AP/Hasan Jamali Little-reported but extremely critical data point for the oil and gas industry emerged yesterday. With insiders in the debt business saying that risk levels in the sector have risen to unprecedented level...
'Features-as-a-service' is changing the game for app makers
Venture Beat - 6 Mar 2016 23:10
GUEST: As developers continue to push the boundaries of technology, consumers will continue to expect more and more advanced app functionality. This could be daunting for app makers, but they’re being aided by an expan...
Coachella's Lost Business Opportunity
Forbes - 6 Mar 2016 15:20
Earlier this week, concert and festival promoter Goldenvoice announced the lineup for its inaugural Panorama festival. The event serves as the company’s grand entrance into the New York City market, where it will direc...
7 tips for building a great professional reputation
Business Insider - 6 Mar 2016 04:33
Flickr/University of Exeter When you’re starting out in life, you’re not likely to spend much time pondering your credit report. You’re not running out to buy any big ticket items; you’re just trying to make ends...
Stocks almost erase 2016 losses as bulls charge
Business Insider - 6 Mar 2016 14:23
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Critics aren't too happy with IEX's 'Flash Boys'
New York Post - 6 Mar 2016 04:45
The Flash Boys, operators of prospective US stock exchange IEX, have morphed into the SEC's choirboys and are pulling the wool over investors' eyes, critics claim. These detractors are furious that IEX -- a dark pool tha...
These were the 10 biggest European tech stories this week
Venture Beat - 6 Mar 2016 23:55
Here's an overview of the 10 biggest European tech news items for this week.
Viacom's channels receive mixed results
New York Post - 6 Mar 2016 04:10
Viacom channels come to the upfront market with a mixed lot of Nielsen ratings. On the Money got its hands on the latest season-to-date C3 numbers for 18- to 49-year-olds, through Feb. 14 vs. the same period last year. C...
Clinton's US Presidential Probability Rises 5% & Wins Big In Louisiana
Forbes - 6 Mar 2016 23:19
Hillary Clinton, the front runner in the race to secure the Democratic party’s nomination to run for the White House, has seen her probability of becoming the 44th US President rise 5 percentage points over Super Tues...
The challenges of porting Final Fantasy IX to Android and iOS
Venture Beat - 6 Mar 2016 22:00
FEATURE: When we first played Final Fantasy IX, I don’t think any of us imagined we could one day own the game on our phones. The original PlayStation version, which came out back in 2000, sold over 5.5 million copies....
The Next Imperative For Brands: Predicting Consumers' Needs
Forbes - 6 Mar 2016 22:00
This article is by Jeremy Lockhorn, vice president, Emerging Media, at Razorfish.
Funding slowdown may signal turning point in liquidity: BIS
livemint.com - 6 Mar 2016 21:28
Slowdown may indicate financing is drying up, highlighting the 'uneasy calm' late 2015 amid the prospect of an interest rate hike by US Fed, China slowdown, plunging commodity prices
3 things that make a good deal great
livemint.com - 6 Mar 2016 21:20
Getting great deals while shopping is all about timing, comparisons and using the right channel
Don't make excuses; learn to plan your money
livemint.com - 6 Mar 2016 21:20
Attitudes are changing with time as more women get involved in goal setting and investment decisions. With access to qualified advisers, women should undertake this step independently
Biba diva's smart money mantras
livemint.com - 6 Mar 2016 21:20
Meena Bindra, chairperson, Biba Apparels Pvt. Ltd., started small but wasn't afraid to take it big
Need more P&L and fund management roles for women
livemint.com - 6 Mar 2016 21:20
Higher risk-aversion--an attribute seen as detrimental in the past to hiring women managers--is now considered a must-have on boards and corner offices.
We were careful with money but not disciplined
livemint.com - 6 Mar 2016 21:20
For Seema Menon money lessons were learnt the hard way and early on in life. And Marisa D'Mello has been consulting a financial planner for 7-8 years