Don’t Ignore the ‘Not-Mommy’ Penalty
Most of us are familiar with the “motherhood penalty,” a systemic bias that puts working mothers at a disadvantage in terms of pay and perceived competence. But what would the inverse of the phenomenon be called?
Buzzwords: Value-add
Something that adds value; a benefit or enhancement.
True added value is an ancillary service that’s both enticing for the client and strategic for the firm. What isn’t a value-add?
Don’t Discount the North San Joaquin Valley
The North San Joaquin Valley — made up of San Joaquin, Stanislaus and Merced counties — may be the most misunderstood and overlooked region in California. Historically, these three counties have been lumped together with larger San Joaquin Valley or Central Valley in a variety of policy, planning and economic development circles.
The Neurological Reasons You’re Up Against Deadlines, and How to Make a Change
Do you find yourself unable to get ahead of your deadlines? Can’t shake the feeling that you do your best work under pressure? Turns out, you might be addicted to procrastination-induced adrenaline.
Dilemma of The Month: How Employers Should Handle Dangerous Air Quality
What are employers expected to do for employees when the air quality is dangerous? Are we legally obligated to close when the air quality is so bad?
Startup of the Month: Robotics Evolution
Building robots for battle and jobs
Eric Sweet used to be a pilot, hauling cargo and flying corporate jets. Then he tried his hand at real estate. Now, through his Sacramento-based startup, Robotics Evolution, he’s focused on educating youth on robotics by offering special arenas where their robots can compete in various competitions.
What’s in an Ad?
Businesses that truly seek to give back don’t rely on ad campaigns to effect change.
We Need to Prioritize Urban Farming in City Planning
Stop saying we can’t do that here, and instead take action to include urban agriculture in your city planning.
Buzzwords: Clickbait
Clickbait is a sensationalized or deceptive headline that lures a person into clicking a link to view content which underdelivers
Extra! Extra! Read all about it! Clickbait is not a new concept — you might even call it old news.
How Should You Structure Your Business?
There are four common types of structures to choose from and selecting the right form of entity early is important. Here are some questions to keep in mind when evaluating your options: