“Moonlighting” is a term you might be hearing more and more these days. It’s a growing trend in the business world that startups, especially tech companies, should know about. But what exactly is moonlighting, and why should you care? Let’s take a closer look.
With about 2.912 billion monthly active users globally, Facebook has grown to become one of the world’s largest and most popular social networking sites. Nonetheless, the social media giant has come under fire repeatedly for mishandling user data, and as a result, many people are rethinking their relationship with the platform.
If you run any sort of online business, a common problem you might encounter is your content being copied and published elsewhere on the internet. Even as far back as in 2013, a Google software engineer, Matt Cutts, claimed that 30% of the internet is made up of duplicate content.
In the business world, mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are a common occurrence. Businesses are always looking for ways to grow and expand their operations, and one way to do that is by merging with or acquiring another company.
Gifts are essential in our lives. From Christmas to birthday gifts, these little things help build and strengthen our connections with others. When we give someone gifts, our bodies will release chemicals like dopamine and endorphins, which are known to make us happy. These chemicals also play an essential role in promoting positive feelings in social interactions, including those in the workplace.
It’s that time of year again! Christmas is a special time of year, and it’s important to make sure you’re recognizing the hard work of all your remote employees in the spirit of the holiday. Just because your team is working remotely doesn’t mean you can’t spice things up, such as with virtual secret Santa gifts and festive Zoom backgrounds.
Technology is shaping the future of sports. FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 is living proof that new technologies—from artificial intelligence (AI) referee assistance and outdoor stadium cooling systems—can surprise players and fans with a better experience in a once-traditional global sport. If you want to catch all the incredible changes happening to soccer right now, keep reading our post!
The 1997 American film Picture Perfect has given us one of the most memorable phrases about corporate dressing: “In business, we dress for the job we want, not the one we have.” Even those who may not have seen this film must have heard the quote being used, especially when it comes to dressing up for a job interview.
Coworking spaces are popping up all over the world, and India is no exception. With the rise of the digital nomad and freelance lifestyles, more and more people are in need of flexible, affordable workspaces. The concept of coworking spaces has also caught on in India because of the many benefits they offer. For instance, coworking spaces provide a flexible and cost-effective alternative to traditional office spaces. They also promote collaboration and networking among members.
Climate change is one of the most pressing issues of our time. From a number of heavy downpours and hotter-than-ever heatwaves to droughts, things have escalated at an unprecedented rate. Temperatures are expected to rise by more than 1.5 degrees Celsius over the next two decades, bringing forth more natural disasters and extreme weather.
The secret sauce to building a successful business is a team that you can trust. With unemployment rates at historic lows, employers are scrambling to find and retain top talent. In today’s tight labor market, one trend is emerging as a popular solution: boomerang employees—former employees who left an organization for another opportunity, only to return to their original employer later.
It is well-known that tech is a male-dominated industry, and PropTech (property tech) is not exempt. According to an article by Forbes, only 10% of startup founders in the PropTech space are women. Multiple factors could be attributed to this, including an unconscious bias against women during the hiring process and a lack of investment in women-founded companies, to name a few.
As of this year, the Kardashian-Jenner clan has a collective net worth of US$2.5 billion, with Kim Kardashian being the richest of them all with US$1.4 billion to her name. A good part of the Kardashian-Jenner fortune comes from their businesses, like SKIMS, Kylie Cosmetics, SKKN by Kim and Good American, to name a few.
Picture this: you received a message from your manager that reads, “I’m sorry, but what your team is doing is boiling the ocean. Have another thought shower and redo the proposal.” As a fresh graduate who has been in the workplace for only two months, you find yourself struggling to keep up with business-y expressions your boss likes to use in text messages and emails.
One of the most difficult tasks for a company is rebuilding its reputation after it has been smeared. While it may feel like the end of the world, all hope is not lost. In fact, there are many things a company can do to improve its reputation, but be warned: building a positive reputation is rarely possible overnight. So, give it time and do your best.
Remember the infamous sales interview task—“sell this pen to me”? Honestly, there’s only so much you can do with that. Pens are boring, everyday products that don’t really need marketing, but lo and behold, the tact you use tells the interviewer how good your sales abilities are. If you can convince someone to buy a pen, you can convince them to do anything.
