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…
As a frequent traveler to Japan, I started learning the language four years ago. But in between grammar and vocabulary, my Japanese tutor offered a deeper lesson."Craig," she asked me early on, "What do you truly need from these lessons?" Was my goal to pass a language test, hold a…
If you're a gamer, you've likely heard at least one lecture about how it is a waste of time. But what if those hours were putting you on a lucrative and sustainable career path?Enter Racing Prodigy, the world's first E2Real sports league, which turns virtual track mastery into a gateway…
Hi! I'm Dima, the founder of PitchBob.io, an AI co-pilot for entrepreneurs. We are developing a product that will positively impact entrepreneurs' success.This drives me to constantly study the factors that can increase the likelihood of entrepreneurial success. Most investors emphasize the primary importance of the team and the founder…
If you're looking for a good book to read or gift this holiday season, Microsoft founder Bill Gates has you covered.Gates released his holiday reading list on Tuesday, with four recommendations on what to read as the year draws to a close. Though Gates says he didn't pick these books…
First, the Campbell's Company changed its name. Now, the company is changing CEOs.Current CEO Mark Clouse, 56, will step down effective January 31 to become president of the NFL's Washington Commanders, the company announced on Tuesday."The Washington Commanders role is a once-in-a-lifetime position that blends my passion for business and…
Leadership isn't one-size-fits-all, but if you break it down, I believe there are four main pillars that most leaders lean on: performance, process, people and planning. Every leader brings a unique approach to the table, and, often, one specific style becomes a primary driver of how they lead.Today, we're going…
Apple CEO Tim Cook says AI is an unmistakable turning point for technology.In an interview with Wired released on Wednesday, Cook discussed AI's impact on Apple and said it will enhance all of Apple's offerings at some point by changing the way users interact with their phones, tablets, and laptops."AI…
The holidays are upon us, and with the influx of shoppers and time-off requests from employees, this is often the busiest time of the year for businesses. It can be challenging for business owners to balance their sales priorities amidst preparing for the year ahead, but the season of giving…
Building a strong team starts with a strong internal brand. Clear and consistent brand messaging articulates your company's mission and values. A well-defined culture guides the behavior and decision-making of your current employees and helps attract candidates who share your company's vision. Consistency in messaging helps ensure that everyone on…
2025 is right around the corner, and if you're an entrepreneur with big plans, this could be your year to capitalize like never before. The economy, the political climate and the sheer momentum in the business world are all lining up to create a landscape that's ripe for growth, innovation…
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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