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 Deloitte to Open 1,000 Job Tech Center Near Orlando

August 5, 2014 

Deloitte to Open 1,000 Job Tech Center Near Orlando

One of the world's largest accounting and professional-services firms announced on Monday that it plans to open a new tech center in Lake Mary, Florida, and hire up to 1,000 high-salaried workers over the next four years.

 How Workplace Etiquette Affects Career Prospects

August 5, 2014 

How Workplace Etiquette Affects Career Prospects

When employees were asked to name the biggest breach of workplace etiquette in this type of office environment, using a speakerphone or talking loudly on the phone topped the list (36 percent); loitering or talking around a colleague's desk ranked second (23 percent).

Isaac M. O'Bannon

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August 5, 2014 

New Commercial Spaceport to be Located in South Texas

The big skies over Texas will soon be graced by thundering rocket launches. Governor Rick Perry and SpaceX made it official Monday, announcing that the rocket company will build a spaceport on the coast near Brownsville.

 Survey: Confidence in U.S. Economy Spurring Capital Investment

August 5, 2014 

Survey: Confidence in U.S. Economy Spurring Capital Investment

Nearly three in five private companies are confident about the U.S. economy, continuing their 18-month optimism streak. More than one-third of them plan major new capital investments, the highest percentage in over two years. The majority of private companies also plan to increase headcount, but minimally, via targeted hiring.

Isaac M. O'Bannon

 More States Consider Virtual Currency Regulations

August 5, 2014 

More States Consider Virtual Currency Regulations

From food trucks to online retailers, a growing number of mainstream businesses are accepting virtual currencies, such as Bitcoin, as a payment method. But as the popularity of digital cash rises, states are beginning to look at ways to regulate its use.

 Freelance Workers Increasing in California

August 4, 2014 

Freelance Workers Increasing in California

A short gig doing security for the True Blood television show. A stint driving for a rental car company. A week as a customer service representative at a retail store.