Archive for May, 2008
America’s Schools - A Crisis
May 29th, 2008 | post a comment
In our May 8th episode, we examined the dramatic change in job market in the U.S. This change will not only continue in the manufacturing sector, it will become pervasive with many service jobs as well. The old adage, “get a college degree” and you can get a good job” is no longer valid. We look at the failing of our schools to prepare our children and adults for the world we will soon encounter.
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The Real Truth About the Food Crisis
May 22nd, 2008 | post a comment
The current rise in food costs in the US and shortage abroad seemed to have happened suddenly. This week we explore the factors that led to this situation and when they actually began. Is this a temporary condition or will it worsen? Find out what you can do to deal with the impact this crisis.
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Do Unto Others
May 15th, 2008 | post a comment
There is a commonly held belief that if you do good things for others as a business, you will have a hard time making money. This week, we talk to some entrepreneurs who are going to blow you socks off. Their companies are helping some of the most needy people on the planet and they are making a reasonable profit at the same time.
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Where Have All The Jobs Gone?
May 8th, 2008 | post a comment
In the current political debate, there is a lot of talk about protecting our jobs and the terrible impact NAFTA is having on the economy. This week, we look at what is the real impetus for job transfer from the U.S. in both the manufacturing and service sector. With a clear perspective on the real causes of these shifts, we will get a picture of the future for jobs in America.
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The Truth, The Whole Truth, And Nothing But The Truth
May 1st, 2008 | post a comment
We explore the changing standards for honesty in business. Are we so different that 30 years ago? What are the factors that are driving dramatically lower levels of trust of corporate leaders? What is the impact of this environment on the personal ethics? What happens to people who have the courage to stand up for honesty in the workplace?
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2008: May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov
- The Business of War
- The Business of Shock
- The Business of Fear
- The Challenge for the 44th
- The Real Truth Behind the Bailout
- Living in a Bubble
- What happened to make things seem so bad?
- Waldorf Education and Social Renewal - a guest posting
- NCLB: Bad Education Policy for 21st Century Education - a guest posting
- Small is Beautiful and Productive - a guest posting
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