Worker salaries are poised to climb in 2016

As the nation edges ever closer to full employment and with layoffs near historical lows, there are growing indications that ordinary workers are finally starting to reap some of the gains of the 6 1/2 year-old recovery. More at the Orlando Sentinel.

Battle looms over state parks in 2016

Gov. Rick Scott’s bottom-line focus on state government is stirring environmentalists across Florida wary of the upcoming legislative session and another wave of efforts to make state parks help pay for themselves. More at the Palm Beach Post.

South Florida’s best business stories of 2015

Another year in business in South Florida saw major changes in the region’s biggest industries: the opening of Cuba, a cooldown in the condo market, a boom in Broward’s hotel industry and a secretive South Florida tech startup finally starting to open up. More at the Miami Herald.

Game developer strives to support Orlando tech circles

Rupert Meghnot created Burnout Game Ventures as an organization to support and invest in local independent video-game developers. In an effort to prop up the area's robust indie-game scene, Meghnot has been making the rounds to coordinate the industry and build a funding mechanism for games. More at the Orlando Sentinel.

Small Business Advice
Managers: Admit you need help, and ask for it

Calling in a consultant costs money, but they are generally able to see the problem and its solution more clearly and more quickly because they are not blinded by the history and people in your organization. More from Jerry Osteryoung.