Is the American Nuclear Industry Ready For a Worst-Case Scenario?
For decades, the nuclear industry has come under intense scrutiny, thanks to the potential for severe damage in the event of an equipment malfunction. In the United States, industry officials have been thankful for the safety of the nuclear power industry to date. But as the world witnessed earlier this year with the Fukushima disaster in Japan, all it takes is for a natural disaster to strike, and the nuclear fallout can be overwhelming, and impactful on a global level. John Metzger of the University of Pittsburgh joins The American Entrepreneur, Ron Morris, to discuss the state of the nuclear industry in the United States, and to give his insights into the biggest threats to safety in the country.
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Entrepreneurship on a Global Stage: Taking Stock of Emerging International Markets
As head of the global office of the TiE organization, PK Argawal has a first-hand look at the state of entrepreneurship around the world, especially in emerging economic powerhouses such as India. He notes the trends in technology, employment and job creation, especially among demographic sectors in these markets, and provides insights into how the unemployed and underemployed throughout the world can put their skillsets to use through entrepreneurial endeavors. PK talks with The American Entrepreneur, Ron Morris about what he sees as the biggest issues facing global entrepreneurship, and the economic turmoil that could result if the billions of jobless young people (under the age of 25) around the world can’t find a productive entrepreneurial outlet soon.
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Ron’s Rant - Are You Willing to Pay the Price?
Do you know what you want? Are you will to pay the price to succeed? Most say they are willing, but never put in the necessary amount of work that it takes. The American Entrepreneur opens the show with a rant.
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Is the American Nuclear Industry Ready For a Worst-Case Scenario?
For decades, the nuclear industry has come under intense scrutiny, thanks to the potential for severe damage in the event of an equipment malfunction. In the United States, industry officials have been thankful for the safety of the nuclear power industry to date. But as the world witnessed earlier this year with the Fukushima disaster in Japan, all it takes is for a natural disaster to strike, and the nuclear fallout can be overwhelming, and impactful on a global level. John Metzger of the University of Pittsburgh joins The American Entrepreneur, Ron Morris, to discuss the state of the nuclear industry in the United States, and to give his insights into the biggest threats to safety in the country.
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Outsourcing: Short Term Savings, Long Term Disaster?
Exploring the short and long term results of outsourcing. What you should know before you begin outsourcing your work. Also, the challenges that come along with starting a business… Ron entertains an article from earlier this year that was featured in the Tribune Review.
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Entrepreneurship on a Global Stage: Taking Stock of International Markets
As head of the global office of the TiE organization, PK Argawal has a first-hand look at the state of entrepreneurship around the world, especially in emerging economic powerhouses such as India. He notes the trends in technology, employment and job creation, especially among demographic sectors in these markets, and provides insights into how the unemployed and underemployed throughout the world can put their skillsets to use through entrepreneurial endeavors. PK talks with The American Entrepreneur, Ron Morris about what he sees as the biggest issues facing global entrepreneurship, and the economic turmoil that could result if the billions of jobless young people (under the age of 25) around the world can’t find a productive entrepreneurial outlet soon.
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