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Three Ways People of Color Can Succeed in the Workplace
Navigating the workplace and job market as a racial minority comes with a unique set of challenges. According to a report by Revliolabs, there has been a decline in diverse hiring. Errol Pierre, a business executive adjunct college professor has insights into how people of color can successfully navigate an unfair and unbalanced workforce. Find…
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Kennett Square-Awarded Horse Breeder Could Produce the Next Kentucky Derby Winner
Pennsylvania’s thoroughbred racing industry is successful in its own right. Schuylkill County’s Blackstone Farm is responsible for breeding horses that have qualified for the Kentucky Derby. It has the potential to produce the first Kentucky Derby winners in years, writes Tom de Martini for The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Angel of Empire is a strong contender…
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DeSales University MBA Program Hosts One Credit Course and Sample Classes
DeSales University is letting potential students get a “taste” of an MBA with one-credit classes and Sample Classes. The college’s MBA program is hosting Introduction to Consulting as a one-credit course option. Students interested in the field of consulting will become familiar with the field. The course will be in-person and virtual and will…
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Philadelphia Tops List of Cities Where Inflation Is Rising Most
Philadelphia came out on the top among the nation’s 22 largest metropolitan areas based on where inflation is rising the most, according to a recently released report by WalletHub. To determine in which cities inflation is rising more quickly than others, WalletHub compared the 22 metropolitan areas across two key metrics related to the Consumer…
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Unconventional Jobs That Pay Well
If you’re in-between jobs or are looking for a new and exciting career path, there are plenty of unconventional positions you may not have even heard of. Here are jobs off-the-beaten path that also pay well, according to Zippia. Color Expert Average annual salary: $64,237 Are you an expert in psychology and color…
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Devon Café Boasts Indoor Playground, Cakes from Around the World
A newly opened café in Devon combines both pastries and play. Owner Noelle Shum grew up in China where indoor playground cafes were commonplace. After studying baking in France, Shum also opened her own café in her homeland, writes Caroline O’Halloran for SAVVY Main Line. Shum and her husband now live in Penn Valley,…
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Organ Transplant System Overhauled; Here’s What This Means for Pennsylvanians on Waiting Lists
The United Network for Organ Sharing nonprofit has been directing organ transplants in the United States for close to four decades, according to a staff report from the TribLive. In this time, critics say the organization has been plagued with problems, including wasted organs. Last month, the Biden administration said it planned to break up…
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Here’s How Wayne’s Di Bruno Bros Could Benefit From Geospatial Data
Retail businesses bouncing back from the pandemic are taking advantage of cutting-edge geolocation technology and other data-driven strategies. This includes POI data (physical sites) and mobility data, which records how people interact with their surroundings, writes Geoff Michener for RetailWit. This information can help retailers choose locations for their businesses, personalize advertising, and develop…
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Penn State in Malvern Hosts Virtual Open House for Graduate and Professional Programs
Penn State Great Valley will host a virtual open house on Wednesday, April 26 from 12 to 1 PM. The event will cover the campus’ academic programs, admissions process, student life, career services, financial aid, and scholarship opportunities. Attendees will receive a $65 application fee waiver for campus-based programs and complimentary registration for the Leading…
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Five Reasons Why You Didn’t Get the Job
The job application process can be emotionally taxing. Getting rejected by employers can be even worse. It could leave you wondering what went wrong. Here are some possible reasons why you didn’t get the job. Not as Qualified Even if you are qualified for the position, other candidates may be more qualified, or possess…
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Former Coatesville Student Is First In Her School to Get Harvard Acceptance
When polo player Christopher Perren was 20 years old, he hung up his saddle to raise his daughter, Alyssa. Seventeen years later, she’s a polo champion from West Philly who rides a horse named Will Smith. And now she’s on her way to Harvard University, writes Kristen Graham for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “She brings…
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Fate of Former Water World Site in Phoenixville Decided
The fate of the former Water World site in Phoenixville has finally been decided. The property hit the market for $2.85 million and is expected to be sold to a developer in mid-May, writes Holly Herman for Phoenixville The Patch. The East Pikeland property will be used for senior housing developments. Twenty-two of its…
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Despite Decline in Sales, Home Prices in Philadelphia Area Continue to Climb Due to Low Inventory
A continuously low inventory in the Philadelphia area is causing home prices to continue growing even with a sharp decline in sales, writes Ryan Sharrow for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The number of closed sales across the region dropped in March by 21.4 percent to 5,815 compared to the same month a year ago. Meanwhile,…
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Why are Employees Quitting Their Jobs? Toxic Work Culture
As Gen Z enters the workforce, company culture becomes more pertinent. According to a LinkedIn survey, 87 percent of Gen Z respondents said they would turn down or quit a job if the employer’s values did not align with their own. Among both Gen Z (1997-2012) and Millennials (1981-1996) 60 percent told LinkedIn that company…
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Bagel Shop Spreads Across Philly Suburbs, South Carolina, Georgia
A popular bagel business is spreading across the Philadelphia region and beyond. Spread Bagelry is known for its Montreal-style bagels baked in wood-fired ovens. Chester County residents enjoy one of its shops in Wayne, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The first brick-and-mortar location opened in Philly in 2011. Today ten locations are…
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Green Transit, Tourism & Revitalization: Business Chamber CEO Talks on What’s Next for Chester County
Laura Manion is harnessing the strengths and weaknesses of Chester County. The President & CEO of the Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry says that the county sets itself apart due to its business development resources while also maintaining land preservation, according to Capital Analytics Associates. “We have the best of rural, suburban and…
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New Study Finds Pennsylvanians Are Not That Keen on Divorce
Pennsylvania has ranked among the states with the lowest divorce rates in the country, writes Claudia Dimuro for The Morning Call. PennStakes, a website that dives into online betting, decided to create a study in honor of National Ex-Spouses’ Day by looking at the odds of a marriage surviving in each state. To compile the…
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Freelance Creative Jobs in Demand Despite A.I. Renaissance
As A.I. jobs and tools become dominant, many creatives are worried about what this means for their employment status. However, robots are not taking over after all. According to Freelancer.com there’s been a surge in freelance design jobs for the first quarter of 2023. Freelance creative jobs that have seen growth are T-Shirt Design,…
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