»Marley Heirs Wage Global War on Trademark PiratesHeirs of the Jamaican reggae legend are plunging into the global trademark wars, seeking to enforce their exclusive rights to an image that has grown steadily in scope and appeal since the Jamaican superstar died of brain cancer in 1981 at age 36. [AP]
»Debt Settlement and Debt Relief
The Money Coach does not recommend using debt settlement companies for debt relief. Debt counseling companies typically advise you to stop paying your bills for a few months. The problem with this is that you do some serious damage to your credit rating. And there's no guarantee that it will provide debt relief. [The Money Coach]
»Casino Denies Man Jackpot!
Imagine you go to a casino, play the slots, and pull the lever for a jackpot of $166,666,666.65. You'd think it was the luckiest day of your life. Before you know it though, the Casino is telling you that you haven't won anything and the machine glitched. [Post Chronicle]
»7 Job Hunting Techniques Sure to Turn Off a Hiring Manager
We all know the importance of making a good impression when submitting a resume, writing a cover letter, or during a job interview. We read volumes of books and articles on the subject of making a good impression; but are there techniques that will turn off a hiring manager? [The Network Journal]
»First Lady Launches White House Mentoring Program
First lady Michelle Obama launched a mentoring program Monday to give local high school girls access to women at the White House. [Black Voices]
»Black Woman is the Highest Paid College President
A record 23 presidents received more than $1 million in total compensation in fiscal 2008, according to an analysis of the most recently available data published Monday by the Chronicle of Higher Education. A record one in four in the study of 419 colleges' mandatory IRS filings made at least $500,000. Topping the list is Shirley Ann Jackson at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, N.Y., whose total compensation the Chronicle pegged at nearly $1.6 million. [The Grio]
»Don't underestimate the impact of a business plan
Writing out a business plan can help you see every little detail of the many elements that go into the making of a business. [Gladys Edmunds - USA Today]
»What To Do In Your 30's
Never overwhelming, Women & Co. has got you covered on the financial steps you should be taking in every era of your life. Here are a few tips for 30-something women. [A Woman's Worth]
