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New Leaders, New Agenda » These two leaders stepped into their top jobs at a time of enormous challenge: worried workers, scarce resources, demanding customers. Here’s their approach to passing today’s tough test and setting the agenda for the future. WHO ... by Alison Overholt
Blowing In The Wind » When traveling, it’s good to plan ahead. It’s even better to go with the flow. It was raining when we arrived at the beach. Not just raining. Pouring. And not just cold. Unseasonably cold. Unseasonably, as in more or less winter. by Jim Shahin
A Wine Of The Times » Several of the worlds leading experts offer their not-so-humble opinions on their favorite wine of the moment. by Mark Seal
Matthew Mcconaughey's Austin » He battles dragons in this summers Reign of Fire, but at home in Austin, Texas, the multitalented actor enjoys a more carefree existence. by Mark Seal
Glitter Gulch » Nevada Gourmet Las Vegas is turning away from the big-name restaurant clones and opening some of the best original dining rooms in the country. by Larry Olmsted
Cane Do » Rum isn't as ubiquitous as vodka, as trendy as tequila, or as snooty as scotch, which makes it all the more interesting. by Anthony Dias Blue
Harley Retooled » On the eve of its 100th anniversary, Harley-Davidson CEO Jeffrey Bleustein explains how his almost-bankrupt company rewon customers hearts. by Scott S. Smith
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Hot Ink And Summer Strings » Books and music sure to provoke your thoughts by Richelle Thomson
Music » DUKE ELLINGTON Live And Rare (Bluebird Recordings, $45) Born Edward Kennedy Ellington, the man known as Duke made a name for himself playing with the likes of Louis Armstong, Bessie Smith, and George Gershwin. With a career that trave... by James Mayfield
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Think Lean » To change how your company works, change how your people think. by Fara Warner
Fasttalk » THIS JUST IN! IT WASN"T ALL IN A BUBBLE "The Web really was invented. Methods of business really did change. Computers allowed us to do new things. Consumption really did grow. Lots of houses were built. Real wages rose at last.” —... by American Way Staff
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