People Who Changed the World – Without Formal Education

This infographic from Tech-FAQ takes a look at some world-famous dropouts who have contributed to the development of modern technologies. People like Thomas Edison, one of the most prolific inventors who created the light bulb, motion pictures, and other devices. Or the Wright Brothers, who are known as the Fathers of Flight, creating the first airplane. These and others who did not have formal education are all featured below.

The Rise, Fall, And Rise Again? of MySpace

What ever happened to MySpace? We all remember the days when snapping narcissistic photos in a mirror was the “cool” thing to do. Shockingly, many years have passed since MySpace mania petered out and we bid our adieus to our first friend, Tom. Since then, popular platforms like Facebook, YouTube and Twitter have surfaced as top social destinattions.

Facebook Cheat Sheet: Image Size and Dimensions

TechWyse has created the ultimate Facebook sizing cheat sheet. This infographic is a handy reference tool especially for the designers who need to know image sizes for Facebook fan pages. Use this cheat sheet and you’ll never have to guess the dimensions again.

The Evolution of an Entrepreneur

When we hear the word “entrepreneur,” we tend to conjure up images of tech magnates or other computer-based startup business owners. However, the process of small business ownership goes back much farther, with roots stemming as far back as the Middle Ages. To see how the field of entrepreneurship has changed throughout history – as well as what the startup culture might look like for future generations of enterprising business owners – check out the following infographic.

New vs Old Media Billionaires

We all know that new media is growing at a much faster pace than old media businesses. The folks at Staff.com thought it would be interesting to see just how this is affecting the media billionaires. How much faster did these new media billionaires make their money?

How You Set In Motion Coffee’s Global Business

The infographic from FinancesOnline.com paints a picture of you, the coffee-loving consumer, and your connection to Bushogo – a typical small-scale African coffee farmer. In the middle are all the other players that move coffee along a supply chain until Bushogo’s harvest of beans steams as a delicious brew in your cup. Who’s making money from your daily frap outlay?

Can Online Gambling Pay the Nation’s Bills?

A study in March 2012 found that the UK’s online gambling industry employed 7,204 people to help cater for this growing obsession. From football to poker, there are always events going on that encourage gambling. This infographic looks at the effect this has on the economy.

How to Ensure Your Startup’s Survival

More than one third of all startup businesses fail within the first two years of opening. With such a potentially promising business model, what is going wrong? And what can you do to prevent your own startup from falling flat? Salesforce is here to help: learn what causes startup failure and how to make your business survive and thrive in the future.

United States Flag Laws

A country’s flag is a source of great pride, whether it’s being flown on a national holiday or being waved in the air at a event. This is certainly no exception for the United States. The U.S. flag has become just as much a part of the American culture and identity as baseball, apple pie and fruited plains.