http://www.firstmondaymagazine.com The Community Source for SMART Business Sat, 06 Mar 2010 22:33:30 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en The word “negotiate” has acquired a mystique, implying that it is a discrete activity relating to business deals, the freeing of hostages, or settlements of disputes between nations. At the other extreme, the word conjures up images of haggling over a rug or a brass pot in a bazaar or ... http://www.firstmondaymagazine.com/specialreports/2010/03/online-exclusive-an-introduction-to-negotiation In the March issue of FirstMonday magazine the writing is on the chalkboard; scientists, technicians, engineers and mathematicians are all WANTED.  Each month, FirstMonday brings you the latest business and community news, industry trends and resourceful how-to business advice. Just what you need to keep you and your business out ... http://www.firstmondaymagazine.com/blog/2010/02/preparing-tomorrows-innovators The writing is on the chalkboard. Wanted: scientists, technicians, engineers and mathematicians. Jim Jardon was able to build a company virtually from scratch. In 1990, he founded JHT Inc., which began as a small business that developed training programs for the Department of Defense and affiliated agencies. Since that time, JHT ... http://www.firstmondaymagazine.com/features/2010/02/a-lesson-in-stem “We’re No. 1.” At least, that’s what local officials are saying following the results of two travel surveys. Spring finds Orlando in seasonal transition — not quite tropical but with plenty of warm temperatures and sunny skies, especially as compared to the rest of the country. Beautiful weather aside, a pair of ... http://www.firstmondaymagazine.com/region/2010/02/top-rated Google Voice offers much promise. It's just not quite ready for prime time. You’ve probably already heard of Google Voice, but you might not be aware of what it is. First, don’t confuse it with Google Talk. They’re both services of the ubiquitous Google. They serve different needs, though. Google Talk is ... http://www.firstmondaymagazine.com/specialreports/2010/02/voice-of-the-future TAKING ACTION When it comes to improving and expanding the STEM talent pipelines, educators and industry leaders are conducting their own research and development. Last fall, the Obama Administration announced plans to strengthen America's economic competitiveness by improving education and interest in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM). In a speech, President Obama ... http://www.firstmondaymagazine.com/features/2010/02/stem Suzanne Bonham Founder Urban Flats As a young girl, Suzanne Bonham dreamed of a career that would fulfill her passion for food, fun and hospitality. A stint at the Walt Disney Co. from 1993 to 2002, when she traveled the globe teaching others the magic of a memorable guest experience, further whetted ... http://www.firstmondaymagazine.com/features/2010/02/urban-legend Beware of the seven most lethal tech sins in business. While tough economic times linger, companies large and small are still investing in something that’s critical to their business: information technology. Whether it’s to protect data or plan for disaster recovery, streamline processes or better integrate systems, enhance remote access or ... http://www.firstmondaymagazine.com/howto/2010/02/death-by-technology The financial case for solar in commercial real estate: being green can make you green. You’ve likely heard the buzz around solar energy. There’s talk about “renewable energy,” the “green economy” and ways to reduce your “carbon footprint.” This might all sound very good to you. Or, you might be the skeptical ... http://www.firstmondaymagazine.com/howto/2010/02/pv-payday Tampa Bay and Central Florida could emerge as a single economic region — and Florida’s dominant economic driver. In the past, the area stretching from Tampa Bay through Orlando and Central Florida has been called such interesting names as Orlampa or Tamplando. Yet, regardless of the moniker, the potential for economic ... http://www.firstmondaymagazine.com/region/2010/02/super-region