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While leading a business doesn’t indicate anything about one’s athleticism, both athletes and entrepreneurs draw from a similar set of skills in order to achieve the same end: a cohesive, peak-performance team. Much of what athletes accomplish on the field has more to do with their mindset than bodies. Over the years, I’ve worked with […]

What would you guess is the world’s most in-demand field? Healthcare? Data science? Accounting? Believe it or not, it’s customer success. According to LinkedIn data, the ratio of jobs to current workers is 32.5 percent for customer success managers. For perspective, that ratio is 31 percent for data scientists and barely 1 percent for mature […]

With Thanksgiving just behind you — and what you’re thankful for still top of mind — it’s only natural to be thinking about gratitude and giving back. Giving Tuesday, which is just three days away, is vital for nonprofits. If organizations prepare for Giving Tuesday well, they’ll raise more money during this annual fundraising day, […]

Transitioning from an internship into a high-paying career is hard. In the data science world, the competition for employment is intense. While there still are a lot of unfilled roles out there, most of them require something slightly more than just a textbook education. The best way to make the leap from a university education […]

Let’s assume that you are very good at what you do. You have a lot of clients, you’re in demand, and your skill set allows you to make a good living. In fact, you might be so good that attracting clients and making money isn’t even that much of a big deal. When someone comes […]

Humble. Genuine. Kind. Gracious. Unassuming. Not the typical traits you’d associate with one of the NBA’s all-time greats, which is exactly what endears Warriors coach Steve Kerr to his community. It is also why I’ve chosen to share leadership lessons from Steve.  No matter how you know him, you know Steve Kerr is a leader. […]

Nowadays most companies are doing SEO, PPC, and Content Marketing. Yet sometimes the company’s are not getting the leads they need. Some businesses get leads — but not quality leads, or they don’t get the leads that fit their expectations. The main reason a company doesn’t get the leads they need is that they are […]

Narrowing your list of options to speakers within your industry is a great way to ensure your keynote session will pack a punch.

It can be challenging to realize that you are in the midst of a moment of personal growth when it comes to business. As the day-to-day of your professional life moves more quickly, you are likely to evolve in your career.  Sometimes you change in your leadership role without even realizing a transformation has occurred. […]

When you hear “connected community,” it’s natural to think of the internet. While the internet is undoubtedly a conduit for connections, the actual concept goes much deeper. From public safety and transportation to civic engagement and economic development, access and efficiency are at the root of connected communities. Learning how connected communities can bolster your business. […]

Most leaders have been bombarded by the idea that business partnerships are vital to their success. Partners can extend a company’s reach, add new audiences, enhance its value, expand its capabilities, and even boost its reputation by association. Marketing Week pointed out that behemoths like Amazon and Adidas have grown larger as a result of […]

A global staffing expert shares his tips for leading winning teams, no matter where they are.

When someone you value considers moving on

There’s always a tinge of “TBD” that accompanies the role of an early stage startup CTO. There’s a reason the position comes with that “up in the air” feeling. Early stage companies can’t immediately hire someone with the tech and executive know-how needed to handle the job. Most startups appoint a lead developer or some other tech go-to […]

Corporate social responsibility isn’t a fad. Luckily, there are countless ways to improve the world while improving your business.

Outdated technology practices will keep your company mired in competitive quicksand. To remain competitive, address these five tech mistakes.

Stereotypes in advertising are bad for business. As brands ignore women’s perspectives, women fight to make their voices — and consumers’ — heard.

Recently, dropshipping has been quite popular as a type of business that needs fewer investments. Dropshipping is a sales system that provides for the direct transfer of goods from a supplier to a direct buyer. But does dropshipping actually work in 2020? Many entrepreneurs willingly to act as intermediaries for dropshipping can find success. These […]

The AI conversation focuses too much on the artificial and not enough on the intelligence. The advantage is the work it empowers.

An early Oracle employee says Silicon Valley still doesn’t play fair with women or minorities.

10 pros and cons.

Bad news doesn’t always flow upward. Here’s how to learn the truth.

What startup founders wish their mentors had asked.

Lack of experience doesn’t mean failure.

And tips on avoiding these mistakes.

Advice from entrepreneurs.

Entrepreneurs share advice on finding a trusted advisor.

Entrepreneurs share their experience.

When someone you value considers moving on

Entrepreneurs share advice about what is most important when choosing a board.

11 entrepreneurs share their advice on which questions to ask before committing your startup to a major change.

15 entrepreneurs share their secrets about how to deal with tough moments when starting a business.

Nine entrepreneurs explain how to weed out the bad advice from the good.

Hear from nine entrepreneurs about what would make them give up on their startups.

You might be surprised at some of the stories these entrepreneurs have to tell.

Entrepreneurs dish on how they formed relationships with the mentors who most influenced them.

Failure is a great teacher, they say. So are these entrepreneurs and the decisions they now regret.

The economic downturn crushed many startups, but some thrived. These are their stories.

Sometimes, startups do things right. Check out these eight examples.