Chimps: the original team players
Los Angeles Times: Humans aren’t alone in the ability to work together toward a common goal. Many executives would be pleased by chimpanzees’ selfless efforts to further their unit’s objectives
When is anger OK in the workplace?
When is anger okay in the work place? Never.
Obama pardons 17 felons
New York Times: President Obama issued pardons to 17 felons, the first of his second term.
Oregon economy rises for fourth month
Oregon’s economic outlook improved in January for the fourth month in a row.
Portland college-educated workers depress area’s earning power
Portland’s young college-educated men tend to choose majors, careers and work hours that lead to low pay.
ClearEdge gets $36M in financing
Hillsboro’s ClearEdge Power landed a $36 million funding round to help expand sales activities.
Port of Morrow economy strengthening
A Lamb Weston plant expansion, Tillamook County Creamery plant construction and Calbee Foods plant expansion are all contributing to a strengthening economy at the Port of Morrow in Eastern Oregon.
Oregon car insurance cheaper than most of U.S.
The average cost of car insurance in Oregon is $1,387, 8% lower than the national average of $1,510.
Portland startup enables Facebook purchases
Portland startup Chirpify expanded its online commerce technology to Facebook. It offers a similar service on Twitter and Instagram.
TriMet tests new ticketing system
TriMet is testing new ticketing machines for its buses that make higher-quality two-hour tickets and day passes.