Political divisions could steer Florida's Constitutional Revision

Once every twenty years, Floridians have the opportunity to propose changes to the state’s most important document. But some are worried political divides could pull the Constitution Revision Commission off course. More from WUSF.

Florida lawmakers seek clarity on Trump's refugee ban

Florida lawmakers are speaking out about President Donald Trump's executive order targeting immigrants from predominantly Muslim countries, with Republican Sen. Marco Rubio calling for the administration to clarify its policy. More from the Naples Daily News.

See also:
» Marco Rubio says he’s ‘uneasy’ about potential impact of Trump’s executive order on refugees
» Some South Florida lawmakers remain silent on Trump refugee order
» Trump's executive order causes chaos at Fort Lauderdale Cruise Terminal
» South Florida undocumented immigrant weighs in on Trump's executive order

Office Depot names Lenovo executive Gerry Smith new CEO

Boca Raton-based Office Depot has appointed Lenovo executive Gerry P. Smith as its new CEO, the office-supply retailer announced Monday morning. Current CEO Roland Smith previously announced his intention to retire from the role and would continue as chairman. See the news release from Office Depot, here.

Column: Sarasota County starting year with strong economic development momentum

Sarasota County economic development is launching into 2017 with a strong tailwind and a lengthy string of successes in 2016, reminding us that this community is well-positioned to compete and win. And is doing so. More from the Sarasota Herald-Tribune.

Small Business Advice
A businessperson who is accountable focuses on results, not the job

Accountability turns the work paradigm on its head. Rather than focusing on the tasks required to do a job, a person who is accountable focuses on results. In order to be successful, a business must focus on results, not the job. More from Jerry Osteryoung.