Business

Working from home is becoming the new norm in the U.S., with 5 percent – or more than 8 million – Americans working from home in 2017.

Lou Camerlengo is president and co-founder of fivestar* development, a Pittsburgh-based software company that creates solutions for top companies, from Heinz to In-N-Out Burger. Yet, he finds success in service.

The advertising arm of Google rebranded last year to make it easier for businesses to incorporate advertising platforms into their strategies.

The sportsbook at Rivers Casino has been open only briefly, thrilling daring sports fans and veteran gamblers alike. After the Supreme Court last year paved the way for sports betting nationwide, they’ll (hopefully) stay happy for a while.

As businesses continue to see the importance of connecting with their customers through social media, the photography used on those platforms takes on even greater significance.

The new year is a great opportunity to reset and reorient your business plans. Whether you are gearing up for an exciting 2019 or recovering from a tough 2018, set some resolutions for your business.

You’ve probably seen ads on your social media feeds featuring a celebrity endorsing a product. Some are earning upward of $500,000 per post.

It’s a new year, so you may be looking for a new job, connection or sales prospect. Focus on LinkedIn with these tips:

Why so serious at work? Laughter can actually be beneficial for your workplace, according to a recent article from Fast Company.

Year-end is a good time to take care of personal matters, including updating your estate plan. Here are five signs you may be due for some changes:

Annual fundraiser foot races and elegant award galas are necessary for nonprofits to fund their mission-driven services. Because these are recurring events, getting attention for them can become difficult every year.

The Waterfront shopping center has had a great year thanks to its customers. This holiday season, they wanted to express their gratitude while having some festive fun. Enter Wish Maker.

Make 2019 a rewarding and inspiring year in all facets of your life. Enjoy these goal-setting tips:

You don’t always have to sit in a conference room when you meet with co-workers: Take a walk instead.

As the deadline to get gifts under trees rapidly approaches, retailers should be thinking about leveraging their in-store experiences to encourage shopper sharing on social media.

The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act made several changes that will continue to have a significant effect on tax planning in the coming years – including charitable giving.

Brands are getting in the holiday spirit in new ways, making use of the hottest marketing trends.

Individual taxpayers may be caught off guard when filing their tax returns for 2018 due to the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act.

The completion of a transaction, whether it’s simply selling merchandise or completing a contract, typically ends with a “thank you,” but that shouldn’t be the limit of your gratitude.

It’s the perfect time of year to evaluate your finances to see how you can improve in 2019. Tips we share with our customers include:

With so many great organizations to support, how do you pick just one and still make a lasting impact? There are a few things to consider before writing that check or volunteering.

It’s an exciting time for real estate investors, as the IRS announced proposed regulations for the highly anticipated Opportunity Zone Program.

With a captive audience, in-flight magazines are perfect for advertisers, but they’re also great examples of brand journalism.

In the past, companies focused on hiring leaders based on charisma, drive and dependability. Now, many organizations are realizing the most important trait for a leader to possess is humility.

A midday gym session can be the best way to boost your energy levels during the workday. But the thought of redoing your hair or taking that second shower can be daunting.

Emotional support animals can bring calm to people who need them – and legal confusion to employers.

Hundreds of students representing the future of public relations took Austin, Texas, by storm earlier this month for the annual Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) National Conference. Speakers came from organizations such as March For Our Lives and Southwest Airlines.

It started with passion. Then the idea. Now you even have the whole business plan with all the details addressed. What you likely do not have is the money. A business pitch competition could possibly be just the thing to get your startup truly started.

Why do startups fail? We often get answers like “poor management” or “money ran out.” The real reason startups fail is founders build a product no one wants. Moreover, they find a solution to a problem no one has.

As we continue to enhance our Pittsburgh 100 content, we’re pleased to share our very first video story. And guess what? We’d love to feature your video story, too.