We all network, every day. At its base level, networking is simply communicating with someone in an effective way. Whether it’s a conversation at the water cooler or at a business function, knowing how to effectively network is an important skill for anyone growing in his or her career. Here are some key tips and [...]

Sometimes companies must alter the way they do business and change their service plans. As these changes often revolve around a price increase, new limitations, or dismissal of services altogether, customers can have a negative reaction to the news. For some companies, breaking the news goes smoothly as they take measures to soften the blow, [...]

Work time distractions are all around us, especially with the immense convenience of the Internet. The World Wide Web has been a growing force over the past 30 years, giving easy access to all kinds of information and distractions. Though, weren’t workers distracted in the office before the Internet? The truth is, there are all [...]

In the past few years our options for accessing entertainment have grown drastically. This has changed the way entertainment industries function. Conventional stores like Blockbuster, Borders, and the iconic Virgin Megastore in Times Square are disappearing as people head to their computers to access their entertainment. Online stores give consumers more options at a cheaper [...]

Forming a habit can be a good or a bad thing, depending on the nature of the habit. For example, paying close attention to detail and making sure your workspace is clean and tidy are good habits to form in the office. We are all also aware of some bad habits workers can form. Research [...]

Technology is constantly changing our lives. It happens so rapidly and seamlessly that we hardly notice.   It wasn’t long ago that stores used a manual machine to make a carbon imprint of your credit card when you made a purchases. Those machines are nearly obsolete thanks to WiFi technology and tablets. An individual can now [...]

An email symbolizes a very stripped down form of communication as physical cues and voice inflection are absent. Because of this, starting and ending an email in the right tone is key. If you open an email to a possible client with “Hey Joe,” it may come off as too informal, where as if you [...]

We read about people filing lawsuits against companies and individuals frequently and it’s usually very serious news. The tech industry is no stranger to this, but every so often we will hear about a lawsuit that tickles the funny bone. The following list of a few of the most interesting lawsuits in the tech industry [...]

What comes to mind when you hear the words “connected devices?” Do you think of your smartphone, laptop and/or tablet? These devices can access the Internet from almost anywhere, and because of this they are connected devices. Nevertheless, most HDTVs, gaming consoles and Blue-ray players can also connect to and interact with the Internet. In [...]

As a species we are connected. Our access to information is expanding exponentially. Many authorities and governments globally have concerns about what this access could mean for the people in their countries. These concerns lead them to censor the amount of communication that people have or cut them off entirely if they feel the risk [...]