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After Pushback, Developer Presents Scaled-Back Germantown Apartment Project
Following pushback from nearby residents, Huntingdon Valley-based Olympia Holdings is scaling back its plans for an apartment project in Germantown, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The revised plans bring down the number of units from the originally proposed 148 to 125. The overall footprint of the five-story development at 42-68 Church Lane…
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The Hidden Power of Ambivalence When Navigating a Big Career Decision
A groundbreaking perspective from the Harvard Business Review is challenging the status quo: embrace the mixed feelings during those pivotal career moments. Those moments of uncertainty and doubt, which many have viewed as obstacles, can be opportunities for growth and self-discovery, write Brianna Barker Caza, Naomi Rothman, Jamie Strassman, and Brittany Lambert. Here’s…
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Philadelphia’s New Loan Program Aims to Stabilize Affordable Housing
The Rental Improvement Fund aims to help stabilize Philadelphia’s stock of affordable housing by providing forgivable and low-interest loans to small landlords to make needed repairs to their properties while keeping rents reasonably priced, writes Aaron Moselle for the WHYY. The $9 million program offers ten-year forgivable loans of up to $24,999 per property as…
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Philadelphia’s Director of Planning and Development Steps Down After Eight Years
Anne Fadullon is resigning from her position of Philadelphia’s director of planning and development, effective Wednesday, seven and a half years after starting the department from scratch, writes Paul Schwedelson for the Philadelphia Business Journal. She is leaving her position as Mayor Jim Kenney is serving the final year of his last term. Her interim…
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The Philadelphia Region’s Housing Market Could Soon Be in High Demand
If you are hoping to see housing prices drop in the Philadelphia region, you might be in for quite a wait, according to Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach CEO Larry Flick V, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Low housing inventory is “strangling the market” and continuing to keep both demand and…
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Top Strategies for the Perfect Work-Life Balance
Achieving a fulfilling work-life balance is essential to one’s overall well-being and satisfaction. This balance isn’t about neglecting work or cutting back hours. Instead, it’s about managing time to ensure every vital aspect of life gets enough attention, writes Zane Stevens for Forbes. Work-life balance requires setting boundaries so work doesn’t overshadow your personal…
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Key Tips for Navigating the Generative AI Revolution
The technological landscape is shifting at an unprecedented rate. With the rise of large language models (LLMs) and generative AI, professionals across industries are finding themselves at a crossroads: adapt to the new tech frontier or risk being left behind, writes Pawel Rzeszucinski in Forbes. Here are some actionable insights individuals and organizations can take to…
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Tapster Comes to Center City, a Self-Service Bar with 54 Taps
Tapster, a new bar that recently opened in Center City, is welcoming patrons with an airy and light-filled atmosphere and 54 self-service taps, writes Michael Klein for The Philadelphia Inquirer. In addition to a wide variety of beers, Tapster also has taps for wine, batch cocktails, spiked teas, juices, cold-brew coffee, and much more. The…
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Overcoming Procrastination for a More Productive Workplace
In today’s fast-paced work environment, professionals are often bogged down by administrative tasks, unexpected emergencies, and seemingly endless virtual meetings. A recent Microsoft analysis reveals that employees spend almost a third more time communicating than actually producing, writes Rachel Feintzeig for The Wall Street Journal. This constant engagement leaves many feeling drained, with little…
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The Simple Power of Setting Reminders
Achieving goals can often be a daunting task, but research suggests that the simple act of setting reminders can significantly boost our chances of success. This method, termed “cognitive offloading”, involves leveraging external tools such as notepads or digital alerts to assist our memory, writes Richard Sima for The Washington Post. Sam Gilbert, a…
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New Sale Pitches Aim to Sell Philadelphia’s Most Expensive Penthouses
New sales pitches are underway to try and attract the small pool of buyers who are able to afford Philadelphia’s most expensive penthouses that are currently on the market, writes Ryan Mulligan for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Instead of raw spaces, the properties are now being fully built out by sellers. Among them is the…
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Historical Kensington Boxing Center to Soon be Turned into Youth Center
The Cambria, a historical Kensington boxing arena, was recently purchased by Rock Ministries, which hopes to pick the building off the mat and turn it into a youth center, writes Matt Breen for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The mastermind behind the idea is Buddy Osborn, a once-promising Kensington amateur fighter who spent five years in federal…
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How Gen Z Can Prepare for Today’s Professional Landscape
According to data from Intelligent.com, 40 percent of business leaders believe that Gen Z graduates are not adequately prepared for the workforce, writes Rachel Wells for Forbes. In fact, 39 percent of these leaders have terminated the contract of a Gen Z employee, and a significant 83 percent of this group have done so more…
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David Hardy Ushers in New Era as Girard College’s Interim President
To create stability after going through several leaders in the last few years, Girard College has tapped industry veteran David Hardy for the position of interim president, writes Lisa Dukart for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Hardy, who is the co-founder and former CEO of the Boys’ Latin Charter School in West Philadelphia, took over in…
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Northern Liberties Awaits Fall Launch of Future Days Beer by Homebrewing Duo
Two longtime homebrewers have a great future ahead of them, as they are set to open a new brewery this Fall in Northern Liberties, writes Emma Dooling for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Founders Sean McGuire and Nick Mata are targeting a November launch of Future Days Beer with plans to start brewing a month ahead.…
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WSJ: 2023 Men’s Guide to Mastering Smart Casual Office Attire Trends
As office dress codes undergo a post-pandemic transformation, the term “smart casual” has taken on a new meaning. The Wall Street Journal consulted with stylists on what is appropriate for workwear attire in 2023. Bracelets: The Understated Statement Bracelets have emerged as a workplace favorite, with stylists advocating for their subtle charm. Cassandra…
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Philadelphia Native Herbert J. Siegel, Pioneer in the Entertainment Industry, Passes at 95
Philadelphia native Herbert J. Siegel, the billionaire entertainment-industry mogul who enabled the merger of Warner Communications and Time Inc. and sold ten television stations to Rupert Murdoch’s News Corporation, died on August 5 at 95, writes Sam Roberts for The New York Times. Siegel was the son of a Philadelphia immigrant overcoat manufacturer who reaped massive profits…
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Philadelphia Artist Uses His Talent to Represent Asian Culture in City’s Murals
Chenlin Cai, a Philadelphia artist, is using his talent to make sure that Asian culture is better reflected in the city’s many murals, writes TaRhonda Thomas for 6abc. Cai is currently working on a mural inside a future office space at 1735 Market Street. “We have ten artists here, and each artist designs a mural…
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