Archive for February 2013

Crowdsourcing: Pros and Cons

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     When first opening a business, aspiring entrepreneurs tend to have limited resources and funds.  It is difficult to find quality work for projects, like graphic design, for an affordable price.  However, the Internet has spawned a method of utilizing millions of freelance designers to submit designs for a fraction of the cost.  Crowdsourcing is quickly becoming a popular option for finding the right talent, but there are a few advantages and disadvantages to using this method, both for the businesses looking for designers and for the designers themselves.

Why Concert Tickets Cost So Much

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            One of the greatest experiences any music-lover can have is to see their favorite band perform live on stage.  Like most concertgoers, we try to catch our music idols whenever they come into town.  However, the rising ticket prices can often prevent even the most hardcore fans from buying their tickets.  While it’s easy to get frustrated at the seemingly unfair prices, there’s a perfectly good reason that people often overlook.