PBN survey: In election year, more R.I. companies say no to...
Rhode Island businesspeople have revived their optimism about the future of the state economy, but they appear reluctant to back up their improved outlook...
The art of being resourceful
Are resources the lifeblood of your company’s operation?
Yes: 67%
No: 17%
Somewhat: 17%
What resources do you utilize for your business? (Select any that apply)
Information and/or data:...
Mergers and acquisitions for mom and pop
While splashy headlines tout the success of midsized mergers and acquisitions throughout New England, Rhode Island small businesses are sharing the recent M&A boom....
Old folks have all the top jobs, and it’s not good...
Why so many of America’s best and brightest college graduates go into management consulting, finance or law school is a perennial question. There are...
Winter blues
Does the wintry weather impact your company’s operation negatively?
No: 66.7%
Yes: 33.3%
In what ways does the winter weather hamper your company’s operation? (Select any that...
Lifespan, Coastal Medical announce plan to join forces to expand health...
PROVIDENCE – Lifespan Corp., the state's largest hospital system, is in the process of affiliating with Coastal Medical Inc., a large primary care practice...
R.I. makes changes to unemployment, TDI taxes
Many Rhode Island employers could see a reduction in the amount of unemployment insurance tax they pay, while employees are on the hook for...
It’s time to take actions to improve career path
The beginning of a new year is always a great time to pause and look for career advice, no matter your age or stage...
Age discrimination is bad for bottom line
Of all the kinds of employment discrimination, hiring younger workers in preference to older ones earns the least public condemnation. That’s a growing problem,...
Sweet inspiration
What source of inspiration have you employed to try to improve or drive your staff’s performance? (Select any that apply)?
A financial reward of some...