A whole new generation of robots is coming. These revolutionary, autonomous swimming and crawling machines are tiny and exploit electromagnetic fields, chemicals, and even live bacteria to do their jobs. How do they work? Who is developing them? How will they impact your health, life, and future? We’ll explain.

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Ten rapidly emerging trends in information technology promise to make a big impact on your business, career, and life. We’ll identify these trends and explain why you need to know about them, today.

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At a time when unemployment is soaring and people are complaining about off-shoring, it seems strange to be talking about an IT labor shortage. Nevertheless, the temporary rise in unemployment is only briefly masking the long-term problem. What are the implications for American economic leadership and prosperity? What should you be doing to make the most of the situation? We’ll provide the insights you need.

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The Millennial generation, born from 1984 to 2004, is quickly entering the workforce and replacing both Boomers and Seniors. What will this mean for your career, your business, and society in general? Keep listening to find out.

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The convergence of economics, demography, attitudes, and technologies is creating a huge shift from “conspicuous consumption” to “conscious frugality.” Part of this is a generational trend, and part of it is just cyclical. Nevertheless, it will have major implications for businesses large and small. What’s ahead? What does it mean for your firm? How should you respond? We’ll provide you with some useful insights and guidelines that will enable you to navigate the evolving landscape.

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Before banks became major institutions during the Renaissance, almost all lending took place between individuals. Now, with the help of online networks, peer-to-peer lending has been revived. Where is this trend headed? What are the implications? What are the risks and opportunities? We’ll provide the answers.

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