Service techs fall into a demographic with problems. For every unemployed American man age 25-55, writes Nicholas N. Eberstadt of Commentary, three more have stopped looking for a job. And nearly half of that group  — some 7 million men — take daily pain medication funded largely by Medicaid. What's more, roughly 1 in 8 working age American men have at least one felony conviction on their resumes. The U.S. is in an opioid crisis.

Dana Perino, former press secretary for President George W. Bush, shares five ways young professionals can get ahead in 2017.

These seven myths are busted, writes Jessica Brook, of Social Chorus. If you’re in the know, your employees are more likely to view work as a blessing, not a curse.

Forget that antiquated leader selection process and build your bench strength. (Pssst! The best person for the job might not be the heir apparent.) 

Get the latest profitability and operational stats for distributors in 28 lines of trade, focusing on 2015 results. 

Managers write and give the reviews, but employees have roles, too. Learn how employees can make the difference between career progression and stagnation during their reviews.

As President-elect Donald Trump moves into the White House, the potential for volatility in the realm of tax policy is high. Here's what you need to know in 2017.

Distributors want to improve profitability, but the idea of improving performance through better blocking and tackling seems so "20th century."

Remember that time cousin Eddie kidnapped Clark Griswold’s boss because Clark got a membership to the Jelly of the Month Club instead of the Christmas bonus he’d received for 17 years? 

When you combine acts of charity with company team building, everybody grows a little cheerier, writes Tiffany Aliche for U.S. News & World Report. Peace on earth, good will to men (and women).