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Daniel B. Kline

XMFDanKline

@worstideas

Daniel B. Kline is an accomplished writer and editor who has worked for Microsoft on its Finance app and The Boston Globe, where he wrote for the paper and ran the Boston.com business desk. His latest book, "Worst Ideas Ever," (Skyhorse) can be purchased at bookstores everywhere.

Recent Articles by Daniel B. Kline

Businesswoman

Jul 20, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline

The Right (and Wrong) Way to Handle Constructive Criticism From a Boss

It's not always easy to hear where you need improvement, but listening can pay off.

Robot Chess

Jul 19, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline

Elon Musk Is Right About AI

The serial entrepreneur believes that preemptive legislation is needed, and that AI is "the greatest risk we face as a civilization."

Imposter syndrome

Jul 19, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline

Imposter Syndrome: How to Stop This Debilitating Idea in Its Tracks

Nearly everyone feels like a fraud sometimes, but there are ways to handle it.

Back to school shopping

Jul 18, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline

Retailers Fight for a Slice of the $27 Billion Back-to-School Shopping Pie

People are spending, but they're also looking for deals.

Job interview

Jul 18, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline

How Important Is the First Impression in an Interview?

Sometimes it's impossible to recover from a bad start. Here's how to avoid one.

DollarGeneral

Jul 18, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline

Have Investors Been Overlooking Dollar General?

The neighborhood discounter continues to grow at a staggering pace while other brick-and-mortar retailers are shuttering stores.

CareerSteps

Jul 18, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline, Selena Maranjian, and Tim Brugger

3 Ways to Earn a Promotion

Sometimes getting ahead requires a little extra effort.

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Jul 17, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline

Target Gives Curbside Pickup a Second Chance

The company is looking for ways to leverage its brick-and-mortar locations.

Jul 17, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline

Disney's D23 Gives Star Wars Fans a New Hope

The company shared extensive details of its new theme-park lands based on the hit movie series, and it revealed a surprise.

Election signs

Jul 17, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline

How to Start a Career in Politics

It's not an easy profession to enter, but it's possible.

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Jul 16, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline

Starbucks' Move Addresses Growing Barista Discontent

The company has taken a bold step to remain a good place to work.

Sprint ad

Jul 15, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline

Better Buy: Frontier Communications Corporation vs. Sprint

Neither company has been doing all that well, but one clearly has a stronger future.

Jul 15, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline

Don't Make This Social Media Mistake While Job-Hunting

You can ruin your chances at getting hired by not being careful.

J.C. Penney toys

Jul 14, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline

Toys May Not Be All Fun and Games for J.C. Penney

The category isn't like some of the other areas the struggling retailer has entered.

Bottled Water

Jul 13, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline

Can a Tiny Upstart Disrupt Big Beverage?

A green message and some cheeky ads may set the stage for some industry-wide changes.

TargetNewStore

Jul 13, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline

Why Target, Gamestop, and Barnes & Noble Shares Have Tumbled in 2017

Each chain has struggled with the rapidly changing retail environment, but their individual challenges and responses demonstrate that there's no one-size-fits-all solution to the digital marketplace.

College students

Jul 13, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline

Launching Your Career? Follow These Tips

Getting started may be the hardest part.

Hotel room

Jul 13, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline

Airbnb Horror Stories (and How to Avoid Them)

Bad planning and lack of attention to detail can lead to some horrible trips.

Jul 12, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline

Should Your Kid Be Working?

Working a summer or part-time job this year can help teach kids about money, careers paths, and more.

College students

Jul 12, 2017 by Daniel B. Kline

Top Careers For Communications Majors

Some degrees don't directly connect to actual jobs, so you will need a plan to get a start in the work force.

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