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Cass Sunstein on making government simpler, not smaller

Interview by
Kai Ryssdal | Apr 8, 2013
As head of the White House office that deals with government regulation under President Obama, Cass Sunstein pushed for fewer rules and lower costs. His new book lays out a path for simpler, if not smaller, government going forward.
Posted In: government
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What is the best age for innovation?

Interview by
Jeremy Hobson | Apr 8, 2013
Are you more innovative in your 20s or your 50s? Tom Agan, managing partner at innovation and brand consultancy Rivia, has come up with answer that might surprise you.
Posted In: innovation, inventions, workforce
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U.S. ambassadors tapped for their connections, cash-raising

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Shannon Mullen | Apr 8, 2013
Forty percent of politically appointed envoys are big campaign donors. And unlike career diplomats, they get posts in desirable destinations, like Europe and the Caribbean. Caroline Kennedy's potential appointment in Japan would have more challenges.
Posted In: Ambassador
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How to interview better than 99% of people

Interview by
Barbara Bogaev | Apr 5, 2013
Think a job interview is all about answering questions? Most people do. And that's why they don't get hired, says business consultant Ramit Sethi.
Posted In: job interview, Jobs
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Ray Kurzweil on the surprising simplicity of the human brain

Interview by
David Brancaccio | Apr 5, 2013
Legendary inventor and futurist Ray Kurzweil shares his thoughts on the way humans and technology are becoming more intertwined and an irony of the human mind.
Posted In: artificial intelligence, brain, ray kurzweil, Tech
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Dealing with the dirty office kitchen: Grime and crime

Interview by
Barbara Bogaev | Apr 5, 2013
What do the dirty dishes and moldy leftovers at your office kitchen say about you and workplace culture?
Posted In: dirty, kitchen, office, office behavior
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Incentivizing cheating: Can we learn from Atlanta?

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Amy Scott | Apr 2, 2013
Key figures in the Atlanta school cheating scandal admit to the practice, but did we learn anything about incentives?
Posted In: cheating, Education, teachers, testing
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Guest workers remain sticking point in immigration debate

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Nancy Marshall-Genzer | Apr 8, 2013
With Congress back, the immigration debate is likely to heat up. We take a look at the 'economic constituents' of the guest worker question.
Posted In: guest workers, Immigration
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Staying on as a CEO...at 4 percent of your usual pay

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Stacey Vanek Smith | Apr 5, 2013
JCPenney cut a top executive's salary by more than 96 percent. Other corporate boards also took a whack this week at poor performers. The curious case of executives who know they're not doing well, but keep working anyway.
Posted In: ceo pay, JC Penney
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Oh no she didn't! Advice on 'Working with Bitches'

Interview by
Barbara Bogaev | Apr 5, 2013
Dismissive remarks. Cattiness. Talking behind people's backs. That kind of behavior doesn't end in junior high -- it can make your life at work miserable, too. We've got advice on how to deal with a bitch at work. Plus, learn about the eight different types.
Posted In: culture, Jobs, workplace

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