Business and Economics
Four Characteristics of Highly Influential People
By Kenneth G. Brown, Ph.D., The University of Iowa Some people are naturally influential, as if they were born with the gift of extraordinary charisma. But […]
Business and Economics
Business and Economics
How to Use Reverse Brainstorming to Generate Fresh Ideas
By Gerard Puccio, Ph.D., The State University of New York, Buffalo Brainstorming is well understood, and familiar to most people. If you’re still stuck trying to come […]
Business and Economics
How Gathering Data can Reduce Uncertainty
Uncertainty is commonly defined by a lack of information. So the obvious way to reduce uncertainty seems simple enough — gather data! […]
Business and Economics
Finance 101: How to Stop Worrying and Start Investing
In this introduction to investing, learn some of investing’s fundamental ideas and the basic impediments that can interfere with sound investment decisions. Also, learn that there are ways to protect yourself, and that the path to becoming a sound investor is available to anyone willing to learn. […]
Business and Economics
Game Theory: Should You Push the Button?
By Scott P. Stevens, Ph.D, James Madison University Wanna play a game? It’s an easy game. All you have to do is decide whether or not […]