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New Medicare prescription benefit rules not for fainthearted
I thought the federal privacy rules for health care information were complex, but they are nothing compared to the rules about the Medicare prescription drug benefit just released in late January. The prescription rules came in at 759 pages on my laser printer. It took three pages just to print the list of acronyms used […]
Locks, swaps, swaptions, caps, collars of interest
When Alan Greenspan speaks, everyone listens. “Rising interest rates have been advertised for so long and in so many places that anyone who hasn’t hedged his position by now is desirous of losing money,” the Federal Reserve chairman recently said. In response, corporate CFOs are re-examining the tools that banks provide to hedge interest rate […]
Non-profit report: Young Audiences of Rochester Inc.
Young Audiences of Rochester Inc. aims to improve teaching and learning in and through the arts. This is accomplished by incorporating the arts into the classroom curriculum, for example, teaching science through music or social studies through drama. YAR sees the arts as crucial to a student’s development, enhancing general academic achievement and improving social […]
Non-profit report: Young Audiences of Rochester Inc.
Young Audiences of Rochester Inc. aims to improve teaching and learning in and through the arts. This is accomplished by incorporating the arts into the classroom curriculum, for example, teaching science through music or social studies through drama. YAR sees the arts as crucial to a student’s development, enhancing general academic achievement and improving social […]
How to elicit useful information in exit interview
“I saw your recent article regarding exit interviews. I’m interested in learning more. I was wondering if you have a sample form that can be used for an exit interview. If not, what types of questions would you suggest for an exit interview?” As we said recently, this is a controversial topic and some companies […]
Trends here and abroad mean workplace change
As we move through the first quarter of 2005, it’s a good time to stop and look at the trends that are affecting today’s workplace. Some of these trends are already evident in our marketplace, others are slow to develop here but are visible elsewhere. Still others are lurking on the horizon. Whatever their status, […]
Trends here and abroad mean workplace change
As we move through the first quarter of 2005, it’s a good time to stop and look at the trends that are affecting today’s workplace. Some of these trends are already evident in our marketplace, others are slow to develop here but are visible elsewhere. Still others are lurking on the horizon. Whatever their status, […]
How to elicit useful information in exit interview
“I saw your recent article regarding exit interviews. I’m interested in learning more. I was wondering if you have a sample form that can be used for an exit interview. If not, what types of questions would you suggest for an exit interview?” As we said recently, this is a controversial topic and some companies […]
Non-profit report: Center for Disability Rights Inc.
The Center for Disability Rights Inc. is a community-based advocacy and service organization for people with disabilities. CDR works for the full integration, independence and civil rights of people with disabilities. CDR has been recognized as an independent living center by the National Council on Independent Living since 1998, making CDR part of a national […]
Non-profits need to learn new accounting methods
“It is no use saying, ‘We are doing our best.’ You have got to succeed in doing what’s necessary.” -Winston Churchill “What does it cost?”-a common refrain in the business world these days. Advancements in technology have led our country to an obsession with cost. And, in order to know their costs, businesses must have […]
Relying on spreadsheets can lead to costly errors
Spreadsheets are great, but it seems like most have some little error in them. What is the worst thing that a spreadsheet error might lead to? History shows the answer might be public embarrassment, loss of business, fines and penalties, huge financial loss and even business failure. In this column, I continue my exploration of […]
Relying on spreadsheets can lead to costly errors
Spreadsheets are great, but it seems like most have some little error in them. What is the worst thing that a spreadsheet error might lead to? History shows the answer might be public embarrassment, loss of business, fines and penalties, huge financial loss and even business failure. In this column, I continue my exploration of […]
