August 29, 2009

What's Holding Back Minorities in the Workplace?

Why do minorities make up such a small fraction of top management at American companies? One African-American expert says there are lessons minorities can learn to get ahead. Then why doesnt your car get better gas mileage? Well find out from one of the worlds top experts in thermodynamics and something called entropy.

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InfoTrak: Minorities & The Corporate Ladder Few minorities, particularly women, have been able to climb to the top jobs in corporate America. Sylvia Henderson, corporate trainer, CEO of Springboard Training, and author of Why You Talk So White?: Eliminate the Behaviors That Sabotage Your Success discussed what she believes are the negative messages and attitudes that hold back minorities in the workplace. She offered suggestions for how to create the best impression in a job interview.
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InfoTrak: The Quality of Energy Dr. John Schmitz, expert in thermodynamics and entropy, and author of The Second Law of Life: Energy, Technology and the Future of Earth As We Know It outlined the scientific concept of entropy, which measures the quality of energy. He explained the role that it plays in the energy efficiency of such everyday items and cars and refrigerators. He also talked about entropys effect on the value of recycling and the development of alternative fuels.
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InfoTrak: Aspirin & Your Heart Medical experts continue to recommend aspirin as a measure to prevent heart attacks and stroke. Cardiologist Dr. Charles Campbell shared the results of his study that found that low-dosages of aspirin are best. He discussed the factors that determine who should take aspirin, and he talked about possible warning signs of side effects, such as gastro-intestinal bleeding.
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