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Welcome to another edition of the Communitech Grow Factor Links We Love blog, where we catch you up with the latest news, tips, and info your midsize to large business should know.

This week we love:

This TechVibes article outlines the fact that the middle class is shrinking and CEO’s are now making 331 times more money than the average worker. What do you think about the ever-widening gap between executives and employees?

A diverse working culture and knowledge of those we work with can lead to a more productive and creative workplace. This Fast Company article outlines what cultural differences can reveal about the way we work.

You’ve heard of them: the “Generation C,” or those who have grown up connected to the internet and tech and will only continue to demand technological advancements in the workplace. The Financial Post takes a glimpse into what future jobs will look like thanks to Generation C and how it will impact business.

After the Heartbleed bug crisis, tech heavyweights like Google, Facebook, Amazon, and Microsoft have teamed up to fund improvements to open-source programs. Read this story from the Globe and Mail.

With a slew of security breaches, including the Heartbleed bug, online privacy and hacker protection is proving to be extremely important. Here’s an infographic on how to create a super strong password. Via Entrepreneur Magazine.