Year: 2017

25 Oct, 2017

The Top 10 Fastest-Growing Occupations vs Fastest-Declining ones

Here’s a very interesting article by Ben Casselman in the NY Times, October 25, 2017 about the shifting job categories through automation and overall demographic changes.  It lists the projected top 10 fastest-growing occupations from 2016 to 2026 and then the fastest-declining ones.  Great information to know! Click here: “Experts Foresee a U.S. Work Force […]

22 Sep, 2017

The Spa Industry in the USA generated 16.3 billion in Revenues!!

Have you ever thought about entering the Wellness Industry?  Or are you currently in it and wondering if you should reinvest in the industry?  From these stats, it sure looks like it’s healthy and fairly recession proof. “Wellness is about making healthy lifestyle choices and maintaining one’s well-being both physically and mentally. In recent years, […]

27 Jun, 2017

I read lots of articles on business and entrepreneurship and this one provides some interesting insights.  The 3 Lessons:

  1. Talk to customers early and often
  2. Keep your focus on solving customers’ actual pain points.
  3. Always be iterating.

Click here to read the article the full article and learn more about these three lessons in Entrepreneur Magazine.

JAIME STROLLO As product design manager, Jaime Strollo is responsible for the UX strategy of Betterment's financial planning products, as well as the management and mentorship of product designers.
8 May, 2017

Revitalization Tax To Support Portsmouth, NH Downtown Businesses

Are you considering expanding your business in Portsmouth, NH?  There are some great tax benefits available through the state’s Economic Revitalization Zone Tax Credit Program.  Here’s an article about the program in the Portsmouth Herald: Downtown Businesses Eligible For Revitalization Tax Credits Also, if you are looking to start a business in Portsmouth, below is a […]