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7 Bestselling Books of 2019 That Belong in Your Briefcase
Forbes - 10 Aug 2019 22:00
Whether you're looking for a beach read or a literary companion for your morning commute, try one of these thought-prompting tomes.
The Best Books To Help You Get The Funding You Need
Forbes - 10 Aug 2019 17:00
If you're hoping that some investors out there will show you the money, find out what you need to show them first.
5 Ways Artificial Intelligence Is Transforming CRMs
Forbes - 10 Aug 2019 16:41
This year, artificial intelligence will increasingly play a vital role in sales organizations. One of the most profound implications will be in the context of CRMs.
Dollars & Sense: 4 Financial Keys To Startup Success
Forbes - 10 Aug 2019 11:55
It doesn't matter if you're opening a new restaurant, streamlining a service vertical or launching the next tech unicorn, there are four financial pillars you must build on from the beginning if you want to see major div...
Nigerian Tycoon Jim Ovia Loses $64 Million As Zenith Bank Shares Plunge
Forbes - 10 Aug 2019 11:45
Nigerian business Jim Ovia has lost close to $64 million in paper net worth over the last 6 months as the stock price of Zenith Bank, the tier-one Nigerian commercial bank where he is the largest shareholder, shed 33% in...
Discovery has more female viewers than NBCUniversal for first time
New York Post - 10 Aug 2019 04:20
There's a television war brewing for female eyeballs that pits Discovery, home of "90 Day Fiancé," against NBCUniversal, home to "Real Housewives." "90 Day Fiancé" and its spinoff series have helped catapult Discovery ...
PG&E evaluating proposal from hedge funds Knighthead Capital, Abrams Capital
Reuters - 10 Aug 2019 03:06
Power producer PG&E Corp said on Friday it is evaluating a proposal from hedge funds Knighthead Capital Management and Abrams Capital Management to provide equity capital commitments supporting a plan to reorganize the c...
Disney, Wells Fargo, Care.com: Stocks That Defined The Week
Wall Street Journal - 10 Aug 2019 01:11Timeline: Key dates in the U.S.-China trade war
Reuters - 10 Aug 2019 00:58
Hopes for an early settlement of the yearlong U.S.-China trade war dimmed this week after the United States accused China of manipulating its currency, and U.S. President Donald Trump said he would not make a deal with B...
Peru suspends permit for Southern Copper's $1.4 billion Tia Maria project
Reuters - 10 Aug 2019 00:39
Peru has suspended a construction permit it recently gave to Southern Copper Corp for its $1.4 billion Tia Maria copper project while officials can re-evaluate its legality, authorities announced late on Friday.
What Washington And Wall Street Really Think About Argentina, Macri, And Cristina Kirchner
Forbes - 10 Aug 2019 00:30
While the fate of the second-largest economy in South America isn't all that important for Donald Trump, he understands the importance of guaranteeing a second term for his personal friend Mauricio Macri, in the context ...
WeWork's IPO filing will reportedly be revealed as soon as next week, giving us our best look yet at its business
Business Insider - 10 Aug 2019 00:22
Kelly Sullivan/Getty Images Coworking space startup WeWork could unveil its IPO filing as soon as next week, according to a Bloomberg report Friday. The company confidentially filed to go public in April and was valued a...
Which C-Suite Leader Is Most Likely To Change Jobs? New Study Suggests The CMO
Forbes - 10 Aug 2019 23:12
New research conducted by ENGAGE Talent provides perspective on which C-suite functional leader is most likely to change jobs.
Don't be afraid to give your employees real autonomy
Venture Beat - 10 Aug 2019 19:25
A control-oriented management style doesn't work well in a knowledge economy powered by code. Let your workers set their direction, speed, and destination.
Lawmakers circle the airport while crypto innovators move offshore
Venture Beat - 10 Aug 2019 19:25
While the U.S. continues to stumble over how to regulate cryptocurrencies, innovators aren't waiting around. They're moving their businesses overseas.
Top Three Mistakes Managers Make With Their Teams
Forbes - 10 Aug 2019 18:49
Best-selling author Shelle Rose Charvet provides some expert advice on the topic.
Why CES Group is investing in diversity ventures for the first time
Venture Beat - 10 Aug 2019 17:45
The CTA has been criticized in the past for falling short on diversity when it comes to the keynote speakers at CES. But it is making up for that.
3 Ways Harnessing The Power Of Self-Love Can Bring Career Success
Forbes - 10 Aug 2019 17:12
What if, instead of a biting critic, the cultivation of a kind and loving inner voice is a much more powerful force to help us get where we want and create the career and life we want?
Weekend Investor: Predicting what happens next in stocks will get trickier this fall when markets navigate a roller coaster of big events
Market Watch - 10 Aug 2019 16:34
But rather than call it quits, investors may want to stay invested in stocks as the barrage of potentially market-moving events kick off, from China tariffs to Brexit to central bank meetings, which could yield more glob...
Shake Shack Beats McDonald's
Forbes - 10 Aug 2019 15:21
Shake Shack shares have gained 87.67% YTD, while McDonald's shares have gained 22.11%.
Hot Property: Matthew Perry seeks split from L.A. penthouse
L.A. Times - 10 Aug 2019 15:00
"Friends" actor Matthew Perry has listed his Century City penthouse for $35 million. Also: Niecey Nash lists in Box Canyon, and Laker JaVale McGee lists his Encino home for sale.
Pope caps reform of Vatican bank with new statutes
Reuters - 10 Aug 2019 13:52
Pope Francis has approved new statutes for the Vatican Bank, making an external audit obligatory and introducing other changes to bolster reforms that have turned around the once scandal-ridden institution.