Business

Paid Sick Days: Good or Bad Idea?

Paid Sick Days: Good or Bad Idea?

Every year the U.S. economy loses $180 billion in productivity through staff coming to work sick. When an employee is unable to take a sick day, they risk infecting coworkers and customers, are inefficient and take longer to recover. Though it may seem counterintuitive, paid sick days benefit employees and their families, employers, the economy […]

Famous Rivalries: Facebook vs. Everyone [Infographic]

Famous Rivalries: Facebook vs. Everyone [Infographic]

If you’re heading to the theater to see the Facebook movie, The Social Network, this might be a good time to take in a quick refresher course on Mark Zuckerberg and his short but epic legal history.

How Popular is the iPhone Anyway

How Popular is the iPhone Anyway

Despite strong sales, is the iPhone the leading smartphone or the leading mobile device in the world? As the smartphone war continues to heat up with the introduction of new Android-powered devices, the smartphone market share can look different from quarter to quarter. What will an iPhone, BlackBerry, and Android owner buy next for their […]

Coffee’s Place In The Global Economy

Coffee’s Place In The Global Economy

We don’t technically need coffee to survive (though many would argue just the opposite), yet this popular pick-me-up fuels not only our daily energy levels, but the global economy as well. The coffee industry thrives in countries like Brazil, Vietnam and Colombia: the world’s leading coffee exporters. Meanwhile, coffee drinkers around the world love their […]