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The holiday shopping season is a critical time for American small businesses. According to the National Retail Federation, the holidays generate about 20% of some businesses’ annual sales.

A recipient of the Carlson School’s most prestigious award, Ife Ekunsanmi is driven to help others find their passion.

Justin Johnson talks about how Global Futures can connect nature’s benefits with measurable economic outcomes. 

Research shows new networking tool improves reemployment quality, especially among self-identified introverts.

Lutter examines this year's Super Bowl ads.

Prof. Howard answers questions about how those entering retirement can reduce the anxiety.

Labovitz School of Business and Economics' Ahmed Maamoun explains three differences with this year’s Black Friday.

Researchers examine customer service frustrations and the cost/benefit for companies and customers.

Carlson School researchers use machine learning to reduce the likelihood of recruiter biases.

New research examines how the perception of unemployment benefits affects how the unemployed approach their job search.

The University of Minnesota is preparing students for careers of the future—like data analytics.

Prof. Kathleen Vohs found that happiness and meaningfulness are often described as forms of positivity.