Author Liz Nilsen spoke to more than 100 community members and students during the Business and Society Lecture Series, hosted by the UW-Stevens Point School of Business and Economics on Friday, Oct. 28. [View Photos] Nilsen is associate director of the Agile Strategy Lab at the University of North Alabama, director of operations of the […]
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There are many benefits to living near a university. Reasonable living costs, diverse cultural opportunities, youth programming, and community resources are the top reported advantages. At UW-Stevens Point (UWSP) one of those community resources for local businesses and organizations is the School of Business and Economics (SBE). “A thriving local community and a strong pool […]
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Working to find a solution to the urgent staffing issues so many businesses and organizations are facing At this point, everyone is well aware of the global staffing shortages and its far-reaching impact in every industry. The fundamental solutions that have resolved staffing issues in the past are no longer working to settle these issues […]
More...Why is Inflation so Stubborn?
The August inflation report released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics indicated that although the annualized rate of inflation declined slightly, inflation remained at a relatively high rate. The Consumer Price Index (CPI) increased 8.2 percent (seasonally adjusted) for the 12 months ending in August, down slightly from the July rate of 8.5%. Month […]
More...Matesi Presents at Women in Business Luncheon
A sold-out crowd heard from UW-Stevens Point Associate Professor of Management Lyna Matesi, Ph.D., at the 2022 Women in Business Luncheon on Thursday, Sept. 29, hosted by Portage County Business Council. The event provides an opportunity for women in the Central Wisconsin area to network safely, talk about issues that affect their daily professional lives, […]
More...The Yield Curve and Predicting Recessions
Is the U.S. heading into a recession? Historically, the yield curve has been a pretty good indicator of pending recessions. However, it is not foolproof, and cannot predict the duration and severity of recessions. The chart below shows the Treasury yield curve on September 8, 2022. The yield curve is a graphical representation of the […]
More...Demand, Supply and Car Prices
There are two broad factors that affect prices – demand and supply. Generally, inflation is caused when there is a change to one of these factors. If the supply of goods is reduced for a given demand, prices (inflation) will increase until a higher price level is reached that balances the demand to match the […]
More...Connecting Businesses to Students and Alumni
The School of Business and Economics (SBE) at UW-Stevens Point offers a Corporate Partners program to local businesses and organizations. Through the program, an organization will be invited to connect with SBE students throughout the academic year. They will be provided a menu of interactive events and one-on-one experiences meant to educate students about their […]
More...Agile Leadership for Flourishing Communities
Supporting local economic growth with the latest offering in the Business and Society Lecture Series Staying at the forefront of business and local economic trends is of high priority for the School of Business and Economics (SBE) at UW-Stevens Point. Since 2020 business practices have had many shifts and changes, requiring agility. Understandably, it can […]
More...Why Analytics Matter to Small Businesses
Analytics gives you the power to grow in two strategic areas. It helps you understand the growth your business has had and forecast the direction your company can take in the future. It is one of the hottest topics in business today. While it has always been a growing focus, the pandemic rapidly pushed it […]
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