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Jobs, Jobs, Jobs: An Interview with Midwest Staffing

During the economic slide and subsequent recovery, the jobs market has been in the spotlight throughout, scrutinized over and over, as traction has been...
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The Upshot of Economic Hardship: Passion, Values, and Innovation

Born down in a dead man's town The first kick I took was when I hit the ground You end up like a dog that's been...
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Finding Middle America: Jobs, Housing, and a Retail Story

I see you - the only one who knew me And now your eyes see through me I guess I was wrong So what...

In the News: Holiday Weekend Wrap, Euro Style

From bailouts to protests to politics and prognostications, the holiday weekend was chock-full of news... and grilling... and brews; Here are 10 headlines from...
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In the News: 10 Signs the U.S. Econo-naut is Jacking It Up

It's Friday.  It's Springtime.  And it's time for some fun.  Besides, everything is coming up roses and it feels great.  Doesn't it? In the News: 10 Signs...
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How the U.S. Became Tinseltown

Throughout the past century, two things have contributed to strong, and at times parabolic, metal markets:  1) financial panic, or fear of panic AND ...
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Image Management: The NFL and Its Multi-Billion Dollar Problem

Recent coverage of the NFL players-owners negotiations has been all over the board.  To date, it has been a he said, she said battle in the...

Finding Middle America: Hey, We’re Over Here!

After two years of taking desperate measures to fight off a heavy handed recession, Mr. Bernanke’s reflation efforts are hitting his intended equity target...

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