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The global ransomware attack dubbed WannaCry marked an unwelcome precedent in the dark world of cybercrime. It is the first cyberattack that combined ransomware with the self-propagating power of a “worm” to generate a wide-ranging, global attack, affecting some 200,000 computers in more than 150...

When it comes to selecting a domain name, there’s more than just registration involved. Selecting the right domain name involves a lot of consideration. This includes making sure it represents the company and its products or service correctly, making sure it doesn’t create an intellectual...

Getting someone’s attention is hard, and having him or her stay on your page is even harder. While there is a lot of competition out there in terms of search engine optimization, getting someone to revisit your page is the real issue. In an article from...

Growing your network is one of the most important skills anyone can have in the business world. But how are you supposed to network when you hate networking? Surprisingly, it is easier than you think! In an article from Entrepreneur author Jonathan Jarvis writes, “I’ve personally...

Business leaders all live busy and sometimes stressful lives. This article from Inc. offers advice for five things you can do daily to help you and your business be more productive. Author Jordan Scheltgen writes, “To become more productive you need to embrace action as your...

A new study found that many employees believe that paid time off should be included in their benefits package. Although benefits packages differ from business to business, it may satisfy your employees to know that some PTO is available. In an article from Inc. author Brenda...

In the business world today your business can either be known as a disruptor or the disrupted. Success in any industry relies on a CEO’s ability to see changes in the market and react accordingly. When CEO’s fail to react, and therefore become disrupted, businesses...

The era of using paper processes is coming to an end. Businesses are switching to technological advances that allow them to ditch paper. But not every business is opting to get rid of paper processes. Why is that? In an article from Small Biz Daily author...

Creative differences in the workplace can lead to messy situations. While some differences have easy resolutions, there can be times when both parties cannot find common ground, leading to a strained and tense workplace. How can both employers and employees resolve these differences? In an article...

Did you know that the IRS uses your social media use as part of their audit determinations? Be careful when you post about how much money you saved during tax season! In an article from Inc., author Steve Mendelsohn writes, “With the IRS suffering a tax...