Sun.Aug 27, 2017

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Hurricane Harvey: “Unprecedented” Houston Flood, Water 14 Feet Above Previous Record

MishTalk

The effects of Hurricane Harvey are beyond anything ever seen. Water is 14 feet above previous record levels, traffic lights are submerged. Five have been reported dead so far. That toll will likely rise. Unfortunately, Harvey re-strengthened and Houston may see another five days of rain. (more…).

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Wanna be lucky?

Consultants' Consultant

Consultants Consultant: They say luck is the combination of preparation and opportunity. So 5 Things Super Lucky People Do is worth a peruse. I especially like number 5: Follow up (follow up is as important as initiating). And follow up with this cool Dan Pink video about lucky objects to psyche us up. The post Wanna be lucky? appeared first on Consultants' Consultant.

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The toxic antidote to goodwill

Seth Godin Blog

Anyone who has done the math will tell you that word of mouth is the most efficient way to gain trust, spread the word and grow. And yet. It only takes a moment to destroy. Only a few sentences, a heartless broken promise, a lack of empathy, and it's gone. Not only that, but the lost connection can easily lead to lawsuits. Doctor, the surgery seems to have gone wrong!

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Harvey Damage Could Top $40 Billion: Only One in Six Insured, 15% of Refining Capacity Down

MishTalk

Damage from Hurricane Harvey is expected to total tens of billions of dollars. Current estimates range from $20 billion to $40 billion, but only one in six have insurance. (more…).

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PowerPoint Best Practices for Creating Stellar Presentations

Mastering data visualization in PowerPoint will help accelerate your career because it positions you as someone who can present data that drives business decisions forward. think-cell's PowerPoint Best Practices eBook was created specifically for professionals aiming to master the art and science of data-driven storytelling. What’s inside: Practical Insights: Uncover valuable tips for crafting engaging and persuasive presentations.

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Are We on the Verge of a New Golden Age?

Strategy+Business

Humanity can get through the current period of upheaval and enter a new golden age of broad economic growth if the world's key decision makers act together. This may sound far-fetched, but historian Carlota Perez shows how it has happened four times before -- and could be about to happen again.

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How to Engage Top Talent – What Keeps Your Star Employees Engaged?

LSA Global

How to engage top talent is an ongoing conversation among talent management leaders; and it can make or break your talent management strategy. If you are losing some of your best employees or if you are afraid your top talent is becoming disengaged, then this employee engagement and retention article is for you. The Cost of Losing Top Talent. It’s bad enough to lose any productive, experienced employee but when you lose your top, difficult-to-replace talent, it’s terrible!

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The Weekly Independent: August 28, 2017

MBO Partners

News and notes for independent professionals and their clients. This is the August 28, 2017 edition.

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Trump Rant of the Day: “I want tariffs. Bring me some tariffs!”

MishTalk

Trump is fed up with inaction against China. In an Oval Office meeting, Trump demanded Bring Me Some Tariffs! The meeting was attended by Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer, senior trade adviser Peter Navarro, top economic adviser Gary Cohn, and Trump’s former chief strategist Steve Bannon. (more…).

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Shutdown Q & A: Unwarranted Debt Ceiling Drama, Republican Hypocrisy

MishTalk

At the annual Jackson Hole Federal Reserve symposium, Fed governor Jerome Powell Warns About Failure to Raise Debt Ceiling. “Economic shock from U.S. being unable to pay its bills is not something we need right now.” Further adding to the unwarranted drama, New York Times writer Gretchen Morgenson says Shut Down the Government, and This Time, Investors Will Care.

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr