One of my favorite Thanksgiving holiday traditions is putting on paper what I am most thankful for in my life. I invite you to read this year’s list.
Focus is a universal challenge young entrepreneurs seem to struggle with, often without realizing it.
Relying upon perceptions and perspectives to make business decisions can be dangerous.
With video meetings now embedded in how we work, businesses face the challenge of how to effectively communicate, coordinate and collaborate virtually.
If 2020 taught us anything, it is that change can occur quickly and in unexpected ways. The best way to navigate change is through creativity.
We now find ourselves in the midst of the greatest multigenerational workforce in history, and it will certainly alter the world of business.
Beyond being a holiday classic, ‘A Christmas Carol’ offers powerful business lessons on balance, working with others, and interacting with our communities.
I invite you to read some of what I am most thankful for this Thanksgiving
Eddie Van Halen was one of those rare artists who taught all of us – artists or not – how to be better at what we do.
It's never too late to start your own business.
This period of societal crisis has given every business leader of a successful company a level of responsibility to those within their communities.
Successful leaders will make the best decisions by hearing and understanding the perspective of both the optimist and the pessimist.
Whether you are just starting your career, or a seasoned business owner, having a network of mentors is one of the best investments you can make.
Long days are sometimes unavoidable. The key is to not let the rewards get overshadowed by resentment. Here is how I find fulfillment despite a long workweek.
The combination of arrogance and ignorance is one of the most potent poisons for any business and its leaders.
Taking your customer service to the next level simply requires one quality: a willingness to do so.
Customers are the reason businesses exist. Listening and responding to meet their needs should be a company's number one focus to be and stay successful.
When we stay quiet with our customers, we neglect the communication channels we have worked so hard to establish in the past.
The only way to stay in the business game is to get ahead of it, which involves looking ahead, watching trends and making predictions about what's next.
No significant accomplishment was achieved without overcoming a challenge.
There are five lessons that stand out as the top business lessons I learned in the past decade from starting, owning and running multiple businesses.
Each year, I make it a priority to sit down and reflect on what I'm thankful for.
We all procrastinate. The key is to manage the impulse to procrastinate and overcome that impulse, so it does not negatively impact your businesses or work.
Discipline is one of the most difficult behaviors for a business to develop. But without discipline, plans and strategy are useless.
After interviewing hundreds of people, I've found specific techniques and tips to help you stand out amongst the rest.
“It’s not always what you say, but how you say it.” Our approach to an opportunity will determine if we capitalize on it, or if we waste that opportunity.
Every entrepreneur has three key responsibilities to their business.
The right investment strategy is necessary for a business to evolve and grow. Want to find out how to invest in your own business?
When you maintain a clean desk, you are setting yourself up to have a more productive and accomplished day.
Learning to be uncomfortable is one of the most valuable skills you can master in your professional and personal life.
As you move through your career, it is important to remember you are writing your own personal career story.
Each career path to have its own advantages and disadvantages. It’s all about finding what works best for you.
Asking questions is a must in order to grow. The key is to know when to ask questions that are necessary and purposeful.
There are four soft skills every young professional should prepare to present in an acceptable manner on day one
Here are a few podcasts I have found useful to my businesses and my career.
This question often gets asked because it's a chance for the interviewee to state their goals and ambitions, to prove their willingness to succeed.
Figure out if you really want to work for a company you’re interviewing for by asking the right question.
This is the first question you must ask in an interview.
When people ask me how they can prepare for a successful internship, I always offer the following tips.
Conflict is unavoidable, especially in business. Learn my 3 tips to avoid and manage conflict at work.
Working with difficult individuals is never easy nor enjoyable. Use these 3 strategies to take control of your work culture.
The idea of the maverick employee makes a great storyline, but are they good for a company?
Every successful business executive and entrepreneur will face failure on a regular and basis. When failure does occur, here is how I have learned to respond.
No matter the message quality, poor delivery takes an unfortunate toll on the audience. Propel your career forward by ramping up your communications skills.
It's time to put an end to your avoidance of uncomfortable discussions with supervisors. Suppress your fears with these three pieces of advice.
As a reviewee, you’ve got more responsibility than you may think when it comes to having successful performance reviews. Learn to use them to your advantage.
Annual performance reviews are dreaded by employers and employees alike. Toss out the traditional process and replace it with this instead.
The grass isn’t always greener on the other side of the fence. Look for this key element in a company before making the big decision to switch employers.
The impact of workplace diversity is undoubtedly beneficial, but how do we effectively address generational differences?
While “follow your passion” is a phrase we’ve all heard a time or two, take a look at the 5 reasons why this advice should actually be avoided.
Developing and achieving your goals is certainly no easy feat. Ask yourself these 4 questions about last year before setting goals in the New Year.
Many new entrepreneurs talk about their brand, but brands take time to build. Start with your brand image and make sure you're making the right impressions.
Hiring is never easy, no matter what stage of business you're in. Take a look at these 3 pitfalls and how to avoid them.
Decisions can be tough no matter where you are in the business, but they can be especially difficult for entrepreneurs. Take a look at these 4 good habits.
Business books and blogs are full of advice for entrepreneurs, but here are a few steps that may not be covered or are frequently overlooked.
Becoming an entrepreneur can be exciting, but there are stark realities to consider before you start your business.
Mastering the skill of managing up not only allows you to take control of your work, but also manage your superior’s expectations.
It can be easy to work long hours when your boss never stops working. Here are a few tips to avoid burn-out.
First Impressions are important, but so are lasting impressions. Read this post for tips on how to make a great first impression.
Understanding how and what to get things done can be a challenge. Take a look at how to develop priority management.
Make a great first impression and figure out if the company is right for you with these three simple questions.
Starting your first job is exciting and stressful. Take a look at how to set realistic expectations and relieve some of the pressure.
Being overworked and underpaid can have its advantages. See how you can flip the lens.
Learn how being successful requires owning what you do every day and taking full responsibility.
Being a good leader means seeing things from others perspectives, even if they differ from yours. Read how good leaders handle disagreements.
"What do you want to do with your career, or what would you like to be doing at our company now or in the next few years?" Take a look at what not to say.
Real listening is about building rapport, understanding, and trust. Take a look at what active listening can do for your relationships.
How easy do you make it for your customers to work with you? Learn about a common mistake many companies make.
Brian reflects on the value of individuals with a vocational education in skilled trades as the construction industry continues to experience a robust economy.
When it comes to employee reviews many managers assign goals for meeting certain measurements or proficiencies, but what about the soft skills?
Goals are important for success, but how you set them can make the difference between success or failure. Learn the 3 key elements for success.
When is sticking to your policy a detriment to your customer's needs? Read on to find out when to enforce a policy and when to explore other options.
Have you ever been in the position where your prospect only cared about getting the lowest price for your products or services? Should you educate or walk?
At some point in your career, you will be asked to present or speak in front of an audience. Are you ready?
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