Guest commentary: New bill helps volunteers re-coop their charitable efforts
By Tammy Glenn Volunteers go the extra mile, but at what cost? The estimated value of a volunteer hour of service, according to the University of Maryland’s Do Good Institute is $33.49; up 5.3% from 2022. That’s $33.49 per hour that volunteers don’t actually pocket, but the value sends a loud and clear message — especially in the world Read More →
Our view: The 2028 Olympics will bring more than just games
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Guest commentary: Is a Master’s of Business Administration degree still worth it?
By Gerhard Apfelthaler & Vlad Vaiman Pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) has long been considered one of the most effective ways for an early- or mid-career professional to boost their earnings potential. In recent years, however, the return on investment for graduate business education has been questioned. From concerned prospective students to the Read More →
Guest commentary: The adjunct philanthropist
By Gerhard Apfelthaler & Kelly Kimball Not too long ago, a respected British newspaper called adjunct professors the “fast food workers of the academic world.” Adjuncts, so the argument, are being exploited by institutions of higher education through teaching loads with long hours, low pay, and a lack of benefits. In the United States, adjunct instructors make Read More →
Memo to Santa Barbara County: Let Vandenberg launch
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Guest commentary: HR audits are a must: here’s the speed-dating version
By Jonathan Light I conduct human resources audits with my clients regularly — a 120-point thrill ride for the uninitiated. The 2 1/2-hour exercise routinely uncovers issues the client did not know about that could open them up to legal exposure. Here is the “speed dating” version of the audit. See how well your business Read More →
Our view: Major events highlight SLO County tourism
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