Exceptional leaders often excel as skilled storytellers, and for good reason. Once a company hits a certain level of organizational complexity, one of the most important tasks the CEO has is to craft intellectually coherent and captivating narratives about the firm, its purpose, and its performance. Failure in this task means undermining the very existence of the company; a sin…
The difference between business survival and striving for success often boils down to one factor — your mindset. Whether you're an aspiring entrepreneur or a seasoned executive, your actions are always inspired by how you look at things. This ultimately affects your results and dictates what you can further bring…
We have all heard the jokes online that if someone puts in their job listing that "we will treat you like family," you should run away — that is the last thing that a company will actually do. To be completely transparent, I once consulted with a friend who worked…
There are six things you can start doing tomorrow that could have a big impact on your career. We asked our network of leaders, entrepreneurs and executives to share the one game-changing tip or insight they picked up on their road to success that made all the difference. Here, each…
When Jeremy Carlson, the 27-year-old founder and CEO of Crispy Cones, served on a mission trip for his church in the Czech Republic, he tried a unique treat for the first time: Trdelník, a street pastry typically filled with ice cream, spreads and fruits that dates back to the 19th…
The stark reality that only 21% of U.S. employees strongly agree they trust their organization's leadership — down from 24% in 2019 — underscores a growing crisis of confidence that could undermine effective emergency management. This troubling trend, captured in a recent Gallup report, highlights the necessity of strong, compassionate…
Money can often be the barrier between being stuck where you are or breaking through to the next level. This includes having or not having a budget, using it properly, hidden revenue or even misaligned goals — all of which influence your growth trajectory. These four common secrets have helped…
As an entrepreneur, amateur athlete, and father of two, I know that multitasking is sometimes the only option for getting anything done. Juggling tasks is often expected of us — by our companies and families alike.This is exactly why I'm trying to avoid multitasking as much as possible during my…
Starting out is always tough, especially when building a team for an early-stage startup. Founders often lack the resources to attract and retain top talent, but having a strong team is critical to the product's success.From the candidate's perspective, joining an early-stage startup might look like this: an unknown company;…
For a long time, the picture of a leader was one of a single, powerful person barking directives atop an ivory tower — someone who determines direction, controls every action and insists on pure compliance. But this method is as antiquated as a rotary phone in today's evolving corporate scene.…
Mastering positive body language is not just a nicety — it's a strategic advantage. By projecting confidence, engagement and credibility through their unspoken cues, professionals can elevate their communication skills and achieve greater success.This article explores the essential aspects of positive body language, breaking down the do's and don'ts of…
In a declining economy, startups face an uphill battle when it comes to securing funding.…
With all of the recent news about artificial intelligence (AI), it got me thinking about…
A while back, I took a couple of my grandchildren on a tour of the…
Startups face numerous challenges on their journey to success, and failing to overcome any one…
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