Innovation is finding purpose again in Pittsburgh
As one of the many communities vying to be the next Silicon Valley, Pittsburgh’s innovation economy is focusing on solving real world challenges that improve lives. But at the same time, many regional nonprofits have more demand than capacity. Here’s how entrepreneurs and charitable organizations can work together for a bright future.
Dr. Eric Schertel helps develop the MedVet experience at new locations
As MedVet Medical & Cancer Centers builds a network of emergency and specialty veterinary hospitals, the biggest challenge is ensuring the company’s unique culture develops in each new practice.
Energy efficiency audits can be a valuable tool in reducing expenses
Business owners who continuously evaluate the energy it takes to power their company and then search for ways to do it more efficiently can significantly reduce their expenses.
Feeling stressed about retirement? Take heart
The best part of giving up your well-earned, well-worn corporate title is the unrestricted options. When experienced, talented professionals bring their capacity and wisdom to a world of possibilities, amazing things happen. Here are four short illustrations of that.
How to collect cash quicker and fuel growth with document management
Business owners need cash to grow. That’s why it’s critical to streamline your receivables process to ensure you’re collecting cash as quickly as possible. Developing a document management strategy can help you do just that.
What you do does matter
Why do some companies compete on talent, while others struggle? At the most talent-rich companies, leaders become personally involved in driving the talent agenda, and they stay involved.
The American Heart Association heads to the workplace to create healthy cultures
The American Heart Association’s Fit-Friendly Worksite program is one of many programs the association has implemented to meet people where they are, in an effort to create a culture where the healthy choice is the easy choice.
It costs money to fill a position. Make sure you’re doing it right.
A new hire is a living resource. Employers groom employees to take on more responsibilities, often investing in their education so that the investment will deliver a return. Here’s how to manage new hire investments for the greatest return.
It starts with a little face-to-face contact
Businesses will always face obstacles. They will always need to work with customers or partners. And there will always be areas that can be improved upon. But when the task seems daunting, perhaps the best way to get started is just a matter of sitting down at the same table.
How to prepare for the six risks that impact retirement
As baby boomers approach retirement, many find themselves in different economic circumstances than what they planned for. Here’s how to keep your retirement plan on track and soften the impact of six key risks.