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Even the most confident leaders may sometimes questions whether their leadership skills are effective enough. Here are six behaviors that will help you determine whether you're a much better leader than you give yourself credit for. (Inc.)

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Apple Inc. became the first $1 trillion publicly listed U.S. company on Thursday, a remarkable achievement in a decade-long rise fueled by its signature product - the iPhone - that transformed it from a niche player in personal computers into a global powerhouse. (Reuters)

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It was once your dream job, now you want to throw up just thinking about going into the office. There are a multitude of reasons why you might be stuck in a rut at work, but determining whether you just need a few days off - or more serious help - is key. Here's how to determine if your lack of motivation is a sign of something serious. (Fast Company)

Visit https://www.fastcompany.com/90208154/the-difference-between-routine-burnout-and-something-serious to view the full article online.

Demand is growing for management know-how among luxury firms, prompting business schools to create more programs focused on fashion and more. (Find MBA)

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Google may be planning to return to China, a lucrative market where it has a long history of tangling with authorities. (CNN Tech)

Visit https://money.cnn.com/2018/08/02/technology/google-china-censorship/index.html to view the full article online.

Planning on going back to school sometime soon, maybe even this fall? With the rising cost of higher education, make sure you have a comprehensive strategy when it comes to financial aid and student loans. (Forbes)

Visit https://www.forbes.com/sites/zackfriedman/2018/08/01/best-student-loans/#676cc2e02ccd to view the full article online.

After struggling with declining enrollment and financial trouble the past few years, Cheyney University announced it will create two new institutes as part of a major redesign. One institute will focus on issues of diversity and access, and the other on STEM. (WHYY)

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The majority of the Silicon Valley VC community is male and white and has changed very little, according to a new analysis. This exacerbates the issue of lack of diversity in the tech industry. (ZD Net)

Visit https://www.zdnet.com/article/silicon-valleys-lack-of-diversity-most-vcs-come-from-just-two-private-universities/ to view the full article online.

The BE 100s—a list of America’s largest black businesses across industrial/service, automotive and financial services sectors—has been released. The TOP 100 includes manufacturers and tech companies that are suppliers for some of the world’s largest companies. (Black Enterprise)

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A deepening trade dispute between the United States and China weighed on global stocks and bond yields on Thursday, prompting investors to shed risky assets in favor of safer ones amid uncertainty over future tariffs. (Reuters)

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Home sales have declined in four of the past five months as housing prices have decreased, and that along with rates have some economists worried that a recession could be looming. (CNN Money)

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The number of Americans filing for unemployment benefits rose less than expected last week, pointing to sustained strength in the labor market despite trade tensions. (Reuters)

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It's important to know when to pay with cash (or debit) and when to turn to credit. These tips from personal finance experts can make a real difference. (USA Today)

Visit https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/personalfinance/2018/08/13/tips-when-better-stash-cash-and-pay-plastic/917554002/ to view the full article online.

In just a few days, MoviePass has seen its stock drop from almost $15 per share to 50 cents per share. Where did the company go horribly wrong? And what lessons can be learned from its mistakes? (Forbes)

Visit https://www.forbes.com/sites/jamos/2018/08/01/hurry-dont-miss-moviepass-going-out-of-business-sale/#3684c0b91aa3 to view the full article online.