Commentary

Insights and perspectives from our editors, contributors, and community voices on business in the Capital Region.

What’s the safest way to transport crude oil?

With a constancy that goes unnoticed by most people, crude and refined...

When it comes to recession mentality, don’t always listen to the voices in your head

This is an old story with a powerful message. There was this elderly...

3 social media tips you can use today

Why does Twitter bleed cash while Facebook prints money? Why should you...

10 tips for a better work-life balance

Editor's note: The Gray Area is undergoing a format change. Donna Gray...

How to reduce racism, other unconscious biases: practice mindfulness

You’re walking into a business meeting. Going in, you know that you’ll...

Advanced industry jobs matter across Wisconsin, not just biggest cities

State policymakers might easily believe so-called “advance industry” jobs are purely a...

What will it take for state’s tech-heavy industries to stay competitive?

The latest report from the Brookings Institution has underscored the value of...

Benefit customers, clients by teaching what you know

Through my middle- and high-school years I had an awesome agriculture instructor...

How to get what you want in business and life

Editor's note: The Gray Area is undergoing a format change. Donna Gray...

As manufacturing shakedown continues, 4 ‘Cs’ will spell the difference

Most Americans probably think the worst is over for U.S. manufacturing jobs,...
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