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READY FOR CHANGES: John Elkhay, co-owner of Chow Fun Inc., stands in the dining room of Ten Prime Seafood, a restaurant the company is preparing to open on Empire Street in Providence. Elkhay says he’s trying to provide clarity to his employees on new federal rules about tax on tips. 
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New federal tax rules on tips spark confusion

John Elkhay, co-owner of the restaurant company Chow Fun Inc., is no stranger to navigating regulatory curveballs. With his company managing more than 200 employees...
Murugan Anandarajan

As AI evolves, what skills will keep you employed?

Massive layoffs announced at Amazon.com Inc. recently serve as a reminder that artificial intelligence technology driving efficiency is also redefining what it takes to...

Positive recommendation?

Would you recommend a friend, family member, or colleague to start a business in R.I.? Yes: 75% No: 25% In your experience, what is the greatest challenge...

Back to school? 

What is your highest level of education attainment?  Master’s degree/doctorate: 50%  Bachelor’s degree: 33% Associate degree: 17% High school diploma: 0% Certificate or trade training: 0%    Have you considered advancing...
Jason Albuquerque

Cyber Sessions: Today’s CEO must master cyber resilience

(Editor’s note: This is the 38th installment of a monthly column on the growing number of cyberthreats facing businesses of all sizes and what...

Seriously, stop trying to be funny at work

How can you get ahead in your career and still enjoy the ride? One solution frequently offered is to use humor. Sharing jokes, sarcastic quips,...

Calling it a night?

Do you check emails or do extra work/research from home? Yes: 100% No: 0% Does your job/company role cause you to struggle to disconnect from work-related issues? Yes:...

Rhode to Work 2025

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Jovany Neves / PBN PHOTO/MICHAEL SALERNO

MACHINE LEARNING: ‘There are [so many] directions to go in’

JOVANY NEVES INITIALLY felt uneasy about pursuing a career in manufacturing. At first he was among many high school students who believed the industry...
Jonathan Cambra / COURTESY ROGER WILLIAMS UNIVERSITY

FAR FROM FROZEN PIZZA: RWU training next-gen culinary leaders

Chef Jonathan Cambra oversees the creation of approximately 25,000 meals per week when school is in session at Roger Williams University. It’s a daunting...
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