Obama's Historic Inauguration Trumps Work at Some Companies Electronic Theatre Controls will pause its workday to allow its employees to watch the swearing-in of Barack Obama via a live video stream on a projection screen in the company's atrium. The company has ordered 100 apple pies for the event. The company is one of many nationwide that are allowing its employees, in one fashion or another, to participate in this historic day.

Lower Demand for MBA and Tech Grads, but Jobs are Out There

Highly skilled graduates are negotiating a changed recruiting landscape as they seek work in a technology industry roiled by uncertainty and job cuts.

Can Small and Medium-size Businesses Avoid Layoffs?

Falling consumer demand, tight credit, and problems with cash flow are forcing many small- and medium-sized businesses to operate proactively and tighten their belts. Firms are targeting labor costs and increasing employee productivity. But are layoffs the only answer? While many companies are saying "yes," layoffs come with a big price tag. And there are some interesting alternatives.

Social Networking Sites Evolve Into Powerful Job-Hunting Tools

Ken Webb initially joined LinkedIn for the same reason anyone would want to join a social networking site -- to keep in touch with friends and former work colleagues. But as Webb, a former operations manager at Plato Learning, struggled to find a job, he soon realized that LinkedIn offered ways to electronically network with people who could provide valuable insight and connections to prospective employers.