On Friday, September 5th from 1:00 to 2:00 I will be holding an Introduction to Business Databases workshop in the Instruction Room on the 4th floor of the library.
It is more important than ever for graduates from the School of Business to be able to find information on stocks, company histories, and industry trends. In this workshop, I will guide you through databases such as Business Source Complete, Mergent Online, Reference USA, Standard & Poor's NetAdvantage, and Value Line Research Center, showing you how to search these valuable databases for the information you and your students need.
Contact Christine Adams at X3680 or email cmadams02@ysu.edu.
Hope to see you there!
Thursday, August 28, 2008
Friday, August 1, 2008
OneSource Global Business Browser
We now have access to OneSource Global Business Browser through the Reference USA database. Find in-depth company profiles on 3 million international companies, including key executives and detailed financial information. Find industry profiles and search global media sources.
After entering Reference USA, click on International Businesses Search. OneSource Global Business Browser will open in a separate window. From there, use the search boxes to find Companies, Executives, News & Articles, or Industries.
If you are off campus (and are a current YSU student, faculty, or staff), use this Off Campus Link.
This is an excellent and up-to-date source for global information!
Friday, June 27, 2008
10 Reasons to Love a Recession
During difficult economic times, it's easy to become pessimistic about the future. Which is why it's important to remember that everything about life goes through cycles. While things may look gloomy one day, the sun will shine again tomorrow (alright, maybe a little less in northeast Ohio).
We experienced a similar economic downturn during the 1970s. People were afraid of the same things: fuel prices, food prices, unemployment. We survived.
Some people (hopefully a lot) will use these circumstances to reevaluate their spending habits. Maybe we could cut out some of the numerous bills we've allowed to creep into our lives? While, of course, noone can live without a cell phone, satellite tv, or an Internet connection, maybe we can find ways to simplify and better our lives.
This is why I found this article from Bankrate.com so interesting:
10 Reasons to Love a Recession
Talk about finding a silver lining! I can not only save money by having family dinners at home (at the actual dinner table no less), but I can strengthen family bonds and give my children a better sense of well-being? I can save money by mowing my own lawn and benefit from the exercise? I can save money by planting a garden and benefit from a healthier diet? What revolutionary concepts!
The point is: Find the silver lining! There are ways to save money and improve your life at the same time. Difficult times are not just difficult, they're learning experiences.
We experienced a similar economic downturn during the 1970s. People were afraid of the same things: fuel prices, food prices, unemployment. We survived.
Some people (hopefully a lot) will use these circumstances to reevaluate their spending habits. Maybe we could cut out some of the numerous bills we've allowed to creep into our lives? While, of course, noone can live without a cell phone, satellite tv, or an Internet connection, maybe we can find ways to simplify and better our lives.
This is why I found this article from Bankrate.com so interesting:
10 Reasons to Love a Recession
Talk about finding a silver lining! I can not only save money by having family dinners at home (at the actual dinner table no less), but I can strengthen family bonds and give my children a better sense of well-being? I can save money by mowing my own lawn and benefit from the exercise? I can save money by planting a garden and benefit from a healthier diet? What revolutionary concepts!
The point is: Find the silver lining! There are ways to save money and improve your life at the same time. Difficult times are not just difficult, they're learning experiences.
Thursday, June 19, 2008
Tim Russert
President of Student Union
John Carroll University, Ohio
1971
Pictures taken from the Cleveland Memory Project
Wednesday, June 18, 2008
10 Bad Habits That Lead to Debt Disaster
Interesting article from Bankrate.com:
10 Bad Habits That Lead to Debt Disaster
The list, in short, is:
1. Misusing balance transfers
2. Not checking credit reports
3. Failing to alert creditors about hardship
4. Thinking of 'budget' as a dirty word
5. Using retail store credit cards
6. Not creating an emergency fund
7. Paying bills in no particular order
8. Charging purchases
9. Making credit payments late
10.Making the minimum payment only
Follow the link to the article for more in-depth discussion
of each bad habit.
10 Bad Habits That Lead to Debt Disaster
The list, in short, is:
1. Misusing balance transfers
2. Not checking credit reports
3. Failing to alert creditors about hardship
4. Thinking of 'budget' as a dirty word
5. Using retail store credit cards
6. Not creating an emergency fund
7. Paying bills in no particular order
8. Charging purchases
9. Making credit payments late
10.Making the minimum payment only
Follow the link to the article for more in-depth discussion
of each bad habit.
Tuesday, June 17, 2008
New Economics Subject Guide
Be sure to check out the new and updated Economics Subject Guide!
Find out the print and electronic resources you have access to for information about economics. There's probably much more than you think. Many new items have been added to the reference collection over the last few months, and many links are included on the guide to valuable electronic and government resources.
Don't forget that you can instant message me on all the subject guides using the Meebo box at the top of each page. If I am unavailable, make sure you leave me your contact information. So if you have any questions, MEEBO ME!!!
Find out the print and electronic resources you have access to for information about economics. There's probably much more than you think. Many new items have been added to the reference collection over the last few months, and many links are included on the guide to valuable electronic and government resources.
Don't forget that you can instant message me on all the subject guides using the Meebo box at the top of each page. If I am unavailable, make sure you leave me your contact information. So if you have any questions, MEEBO ME!!!
Thursday, May 15, 2008
Subject Guides, Market Data & News Sites
Maag Business Blog is becoming a one-stop shop for all your business information needs!
Now you can access Maag Library's business subject guides straight from the blog. You can view up-to-the-minute market data on the SaneBull widget, and you can access all the major business news websites: local, national and international.
Check back with us often for new updates, and if you have any ideas to contribute, please let me know!
Now you can access Maag Library's business subject guides straight from the blog. You can view up-to-the-minute market data on the SaneBull widget, and you can access all the major business news websites: local, national and international.
Check back with us often for new updates, and if you have any ideas to contribute, please let me know!
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