Aurora University (AU) offers several flexible, online programs that equip students with the tools to lead performance-driven initiatives rooted in behavioral principles: the Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Administration, Bachelor of Arts (BA) in Business Management, and Master of Business Administration (MBA). Organizational behavior management (OBM) is a subspecialty of applied behavior analysis (ABA)…. Read more »
Recession-Proofing Your Resume: How Layoffs Are Influencing Graduate School Plans
Concerns about layoffs and an unpredictable economy are prompting many young professionals to reexamine their long-term career plans. For some, that means returning to school to strengthen their skills and prepare for future challenges. A recent questionnaire of 1,000 U.S. adults ages 22 to 30, either currently enrolled in college or recent graduates, reveals how… Read more »
Branded for Success: How Personal Branding Influences Career Trajectories
In a digital-first professional world, how individuals present themselves online can shape everything from job prospects to leadership pathways. A national questionnaire conducted on behalf of Aurora University (AU) examined how professionals are curating personal brands across platforms like LinkedIn and personal websites. The findings reveal that for many, personal branding is no longer optional…. Read more »
Eight Things To Know When Starting Your New Brand in 2021
This blog post was written by guest contributor Nathaniel Crawford, owner of Captures By TK Photo and Film Recently, I had a young creative reach out to me on Instagram and ask for any insights, recommendations, and sources on starting a photography business in the coming year. As we were chatting back and forth, a… Read more »
Embodying Transformational Leadership in Business
The leadership in an organization often makes the difference between success and failure. A management team’s leadership approach has a massive impact on recruitment, profitability, retention, and reputation. One popular approach to management is transformational leadership. Leadership and organizational behavior scholar Bernard Morris Bass stated, “Leadership makes its presence felt throughout the organization and its… Read more »
How to Improve Employee Engagement
The benefits of employee engagement are plentiful. From better output to increased retention, employee engagement has many positive effects on an organization. It makes sense that plenty of managers are focused on how to improve employee engagement and see the benefits. While employee engagement is on the rise, it still is not universal. In 2018,… Read more »
How to Develop Your Leadership Style
Business professionals have a lot to consider as they begin thinking about leading a team. As pressures mount in the workplace with approaching deadlines and other complications, people in leadership positions use their different management styles to solve problems and complete projects. For aspiring managers, executives, and entrepreneurs, it’s necessary to consider how to generate… Read more »
5 Notable Urban Farms in Chicago
Some local and national headlines in 2016 focused on a relatively uncovered topic: urban farms in Chicago. That was a banner year for the Windy City’s involvement in the now-trendy urban agriculture phenomenon. A lot of the press surrounded how the City of Chicago received a $1 million federal grant through the U.S. Department of… Read more »
History of Urban Agriculture
Updated December 6, 2024 In recent decades, urban agriculture has experienced a boost in popularity due to its environmental, economic, and social benefits. A range of city dwellers — from entrepreneurs and community leaders to the general public — have taken note. However, those interested in modern-day vertical farms, rooftop greenhouses, and community gardens may… Read more »
The Rise of Food Systems Experts
Food systems incorporate everything food-related from field to fork. It brings together growing, packaging, transporting, selling, and consuming food. As a result, agriculture, nutrition, health, and economic development are involved in food systems individually and collectively. Imagine what that means for individual cities. Communities have to wrestle with far-reaching implications, such as wider food sustainability… Read more »
