• Workplace Wellness and the Importance of Employee Mental Health

    Workplace Wellness and the Importance of Employee Mental Health

    The importance of employee mental health is a prevailing issue, and many people often sideline their emotional well-being for the sake of their work, writes Jason Zickerman for Entrepreneur Magazine. However, being successful while also having a sound mind can exist in tandem with each other.  Dr. Martin Seligman, a leading figure in positive psychology…

  • Center City Pub to Revive Irish Tradition in Post-Pandemic Renaissance

    Center City Pub to Revive Irish Tradition in Post-Pandemic Renaissance

    Tír na nÓg, an Irish-owned pub at 1600 Arch St in Center City, is hoping to build back a community after two decades in business, writes Fionnuala Boyle for the Irish Star. The pub, along with its sister establishment, Fadó, wants to ensure that the Irish community feels more at home there than at any…

  • Grey Wolf Training Takes Flight at Leonardo Helicopters Academy in Philadelphia

    Grey Wolf Training Takes Flight at Leonardo Helicopters Academy in Philadelphia

    A select group of Malmstrom Air Force Base airmen made their way to Leonardo Helicopters Academy in Northeast Philadelphia for the first iteration of Grey Wolf Type 1 training, writes Senior Airman Mary Bowers for the Airforce Global Strike Command website. The 32-day curriculum included a cockpit procedural trainer and a state-of-the-art helicopter flight simulator.…

  • Tuning In to the Art of Listening in the Workplace

    Tuning In to the Art of Listening in the Workplace

    Successful individuals possess a distinct advantage: they actively practice listening in the workplace with genuine curiosity, writes Ashton Jackson for CNBC.  Muriel Wilkins, co-founder of the leadership consulting firm Paravis Partners, passionately states on the “Radical Candor” podcast, “Listening is the biggest and the most underused skill that helps drive empathy, and a lot of…

  • Navigating the World of Men’s Business Casual Attire in 2023

    Navigating the World of Men’s Business Casual Attire in 2023

    Men’s business casual attire has been a topic of confusion for many. The term itself seems contradictory, as “business” is not something one typically associates with “casual.” However, with evolving workplace cultures, the concept of “business casual” has gained prominence, writes Jamie Millar for FashionBeans. Here are some key pieces for business-casual attire for men: …

  • Pennsylvania’s War on Spotted Lanternflies is an Uphill Battle

    Pennsylvania’s War on Spotted Lanternflies is an Uphill Battle

    When spotted lanternflies first arrived in Pennsylvania in 2014, the invasive species stirred fears of the decimation of the state’s vineyards and timber production, writes Henry Savage for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Those fears never fully materialized, in part due to a swift reaction of residents who went on a killing spree against the insect driven…

  • Don’t Settle for Less: Salary Negotiation Strategies for the Income You Deserve 

    Don’t Settle for Less: Salary Negotiation Strategies for the Income You Deserve 

    Upon receiving a job offer, you’re in a pivotal position. The company’s investment in the interview process indicates their commitment to you, making this the optimal time to negotiate your salary, writes Robin Madell for U.S. News & World Report.  Yet, many candidates, perhaps due to apprehension, bypass this step, accepting the initial offer. This…

  • Vinyl, Philly’s New Live Music Venue, Night Club, & Cocktail Bar Starts Spinning in Center City

    Vinyl, Philly’s New Live Music Venue, Night Club, & Cocktail Bar Starts Spinning in Center City

    Once you step into Vinyl, a new live music venue and bar in Center City, you are welcomed by a well-executed blend of an intimate concert venue, restaurant, and nightclub, reports Aunyea Lachelle for NBC 10 Philadelphia. “I’ve always wanted to create some live music in our city,” said Philadelphia restaurateur Rob Wasserman, co-founder of…

  • Philadelphia-based Celebrity Barber Provides Local Kids With Free Back-to-School Haircuts

    Philadelphia-based Celebrity Barber Provides Local Kids With Free Back-to-School Haircuts

    Philadelphia celebrity barber Kenny Duncan has paired with other hair stylists through Barbers Who Care to provide free back-to-school haircuts to local boys and young men, reports Aunyea Lachelle for NBC 10 Philadelphia. “Growing up with low self-esteem, a haircut gave me nine points of confidence,” said Duncan. “It helped me feel good about myself,…

  • Getting Laid Off? Essential Tips for Coping and Bouncing Back

    Getting Laid Off? Essential Tips for Coping and Bouncing Back

    The job market has shifted dramatically, transitioning from a talent hunt to frequent layoffs due to the Federal Reserve Bank’s inflation-controlling measures, which include raising interest rates, writes Jack Kelly for Forbes.   This trend may persist until inflation drops from 8- to 2-percent, which could span several years, leading to many Americans losing their…

  • Experience Top Amenities at Lancaster’s Eden Resort, from Heated Pools to Gourmet Dining

    Experience Top Amenities at Lancaster’s Eden Resort, from Heated Pools to Gourmet Dining

    For those who are looking to discover Amish country or take a stroll in downtown Lancaster, the Eden Resort & Suites is the perfect place to stay. Centrally located off Route 30, the hotel is very convenient for out-of-towners. The resort offers 300 rooms, including 160 multi-room suites and villas.    Guests can enjoy a…

  • Philadelphia’s Hersha Hospitality Trust Goes Private in $1.4 Billion Deal with KSL Capital Partners

    Philadelphia’s Hersha Hospitality Trust Goes Private in $1.4 Billion Deal with KSL Capital Partners

    Center City-based Hersha Hospitality Trust is being taken private by Denver-based KSL Capital Partners in an all-cash transaction valued at $1.4 billion, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. As part of the deal, KSL affiliates will acquire all of the outstanding common shares of Hersha for $10 per share, which is around 60…

  • 4 Proven Tips to Negotiate a Higher Salary. Hint: Focus on Your Achievements and Successes

    4 Proven Tips to Negotiate a Higher Salary. Hint: Focus on Your Achievements and Successes

    Negotiating a salary increase is a delicate process that requires preparation, research, and a professional approach, according to Amanda Green and Jenna Arcand for the website Work It Daily. Here’s what to avoid and how to approach the conversation:  Don’t Threaten to Quit  Threatening to leave can be perceived as manipulative or confrontational. Instead of…

  • Newest Manor College Student Looks to Be Future Contributor to Ethiopian Progress

    Newest Manor College Student Looks to Be Future Contributor to Ethiopian Progress

    Growing up in Ethiopia, Tedla Kaltiso understood the importance of technology. He’s used online tutorials to learn photo editing and graphic design, and found programming to help him improve his understanding of English.  Technology also helped him find a home. It was through an online college database that Kaltiso found Manor College, where he’ll enroll…

  • La Salle University Sells Residence Halls for Affordable Senior Living and Student Housing

    La Salle University Sells Residence Halls for Affordable Senior Living and Student Housing

    La Salle University sold two undergraduate residence halls on its Olney campus to a private investor who plans to use the two properties for affordable senior living and housing for insecure college students, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The sales are part of the university’s strategic plan to place greater focus on…

  • Phillies Legends Take the Lead on MLB’s Ambassador Program

    Phillies Legends Take the Lead on MLB’s Ambassador Program

    After leading the team through the best era of baseball in Philadelphia’s history, Phillies superstars Jimmy Rollins and Ryan Howard will now take charge of a different group, writes OJ Spivey for The Philadelphia Tribune. Rollins and Howard will head the Commissioner’s Ambassador Program launched by Major League Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred. This new initiative…

  • Navigating AI Algorithms and Enhancing Your Digital Job Search

    Navigating AI Algorithms and Enhancing Your Digital Job Search

    In today’s digital age, major job platforms are inundated with applications, making it challenging for job seekers to stand out, writes Danielle Abril for The Washington Post. These platforms use AI to sift through the vast number of applications, and some may not make the cut.   Here are ways job seekers can get their applications…

  • Planned Projects for North Broad Street Continue to Skyrocket

    Planned Projects for North Broad Street Continue to Skyrocket

    One more development has been added to the growing list of projects planned along North Broad Street, a pivotal site in the economic, social, and political structures of Philadelphia, writes Jordan Levy for Billy Penn at WHYY. The 2 million square feet of commercial and residential projects proposed to be constructed around the North Philadelphia…