The Wall Street Journal Archive
Financial Web Sites Traffic Booming
Tuesday, April 7th, 2009The financial crisis has people flocking to the Internet for the latest money news along with tips on how to salvage investments and save on the routine costs of living. Visits to websites such as the business-centric Wall Street Journal and economy-focused Yahoo Finance set new records as the US Congress ... Continue reading
What To Do When Business Goes South on You
Friday, February 6th, 2009I wish life were more like Mystery Science Theater 3000. Remember that show? It’s the one where three smart alecks watch a bad movie and make fun of it. I’ve watched a lot of it, and often I’ve wished I could talk back to life’s soundtrack without bystanders thinking I was ... Continue reading
Launching A Biz While Unemployed
Saturday, January 31st, 2009The Wall Street Journal: Being unemployed gives me a large chunk of discretionary time, but only a finite amount of which I can dedicate to a job search. The law of diminishing returns kicks in and it’s better to focus efforts elsewhere for the sake of productivity, not to mention sanity. I’ve ... Continue reading
How to Downsize Your Nanny
Friday, January 9th, 2009As the rich cut back spending, household staff are taking a hit. From household managers to butlers, nannies, personal assistants, drivers and cleaners, the vast army of workers hired over the past decade to feed and care for the wealthy are getting downsized. Getty Images An article in The Wall Street Journal ... Continue reading
Magic Johnson: The Great Entrepreneur That Succeeds Off The Court
Wednesday, December 17th, 2008In his new advice book "32 Ways to be a Champion in Business" Earvin "Magic" Johnson explains how he translated his fame as a basketball player into a career as an investor and businessman off the court. The title references the number that Mr. Johnson wore when he played for ... Continue reading