Too Busy for Vacation? 11 Original Ways to Recharge This Summer
Ah, summertime! Sun’s up, pool’s open, life’s good. Except it’s not all sunshine and beach-bumming for everyone—especially not for business owners or busy professionals. When the days and weeks run together and the months turn into one never-ending blur, it’s not hard to fly by summer, stuck in the 9-to-5, without even a nod of […]
Do These 12 Things Before Your Next Speech or Presentation
Are your palms sweating as little droplets sneak their way down the side of your face? Is your heart pounding so hard that’s all you can hear? Did your tongue just turn to sandpaper? It sounds like you’ve got a speech to give. Public speaking might not be your “thing,” but anyone can give a […]
9 Smooth Negotiation Techniques That Never Fail
There you are, sitting across the table from a frustrating situation—he wants one thing (say, vanilla ice cream), and you want something else (swirl, duh). You’re about to begin what could be a heated negotiation. So how do you approach it? How do you smooth talk your way to sweet, swirlin’ success? Whether you’re trying […]
12 Things All Effective Leaders Do
You’re the boss. But that doesn’t have to be synonymous with bad guy—and it shouldn’t be, because horrible bosses aren’t the most effective ones. You can be a leader your employees like, respect and trust, one who gets the job done, well and the right way—no condescending, arrogant, too-good-for-this-office bossing around needed (or wanted). Related: 9 […]
7 Things Great Leaders Never Do Again
Good leaders can take a budding business and make it grow and flourish. Great leaders take a step back once it’s in bloom. But how, without letting the company wilt? We asked the Young Entrepreneur Council (YEC), “What is one thing all leaders—founders, CEOs, managers—should say no to as their company grows, and why?” 1. […]
The 8 Most Important Basics of an Elevator Pitch
The “up” button glows orange as you wait. You can hear its motors moving as you watch the lights descend from floor 10, then 9, then 8… then a loud a clunk when it hits 1. The elevator doors slide open, and you walk inside. And just when you think you’re riding solo to floor […]
13 Pieces of Career Advice to Help You Flourish at Work
No. 1: If it doesn’t make you better, it’s not worth doing.
10 Best Practices for Making a Good Impression
Admit it: You judge people. Whether it’s the new guy in the cubicle next to you, the girl you always see on the phone in the hallway or the person at the coffee counter, we attach a fast glimpse at someone’s behavior to an impression, good or bad. And you’re lying to yourself if you […]
10 Tasks Entrepreneurs Should Always Outsource
It’s happening again. Your to-do list is massive—and it keeps growing. It’s a monster. But you can’t just run and hide under your covers or lock it away in your closet and cross your fingers that it doesn’t bust down the door. Because it will, piece by piece. So instead of helplessly watching its shadow […]
7 Ways to Make Your Company the Best Place to Work
What’s it feel like, walking in to work or standing in the break room, sitting at your desk or tucked away in your office or cubicle? The vibe of your workplace matters—if it’s ringing with silence or buzzing with chatter, if doors are open or closed, if employees are excited, or less than thrilled to […]
8 Tips to Keep Professional Relationships from Fizzling
Put sometimes-awkward small talk, firm handshakes and business card handoffs together, and what do you get? Networking. But don’t let your networking efforts trail off when the initial chitchat does. Networking relies on relationships—connecting with people, building those acquaintances and moving them past superficial meet-and-greet strangers to genuine, beneficial and lasting career connections. But you’re busy and […]
12 Gifts Every Entrepreneur Deserves
There you are, daydreaming of a peaceful, holiday break coming up, and the phone rings. Then your email dings, and dings again. And then up pops a text message. So when your employee taps on your office door, you crumble up and toss the idea of a restful holiday break into the trashcan. Running a […]
