Author: Ian U. Anderson SOCIAL MEDIA (SM) is still a very new tool in the hiring process. Policy and practice (regarding SM use for screening candidates) widely varies between companies, as well as industries.1 SM can be an effective tool in making hiring decisions; however, hiring managers must understand the SM hiring landscape, potential legal pitfalls, and SM screening best practices to reap the hiring benefits. Ignorance … Continue reading Social Media in the Hiring Process: Uncovering Top Talent or Lawsuits

Author: Kempton Cox I remember when the McDonald’s hot coffee case hit the news. Don’t we all? An elderly woman named Stella spilled hot coffee on herself, sued McDonald’s, and won $3 million. It was a hallmark of America’s unhealthy love for frivolous litigation, and the case drew harsh criticism from the court of public opinion. “Uh…yep. Coffee is hot. And she spilled on herself … Continue reading The Stench of Frivolous Lawsuits (and Human Waste)

Author: Ammn Kou Every year, hundreds of students apply to the Marriott School hoping to be accepted to the major of their choice. The Marriott School offers 10 competitive majors: Accounting – Students learn the language of business and develop good judgment to strategically use financial and performance data to make sound business decisions and to more effectively manage organizations. Entrepreneurship – Students learn how … Continue reading Pre-management? How to Best Prepare: A Brief Overview for Potential Accounting, Finance, and Information Systems Students

Author: Owen Barrott My dad is an avid collector and reader of management and success books. I have many memories of growing up listening to the fiery seminars of Tony Robbins while driving in the car. As most kids do, I tried to emulate my dad. While my friends were still watching Power Rangers, I was reading everything from Stephen Covey to Napoleon Hill. From How … Continue reading In Defense of the Self-Help Book