Why Your Request For Referrals Isn’t Working
Periodically I get a request for referrals from one particular businessperson. The business owner in question emails once in a while and calls every few months or so. While I …
Look Back To The Golden Age Of Hollywood To See Where Business Is Going
Business is changing and we need to adapt to those changes. Adapting is easier when you know what’s coming. Fortunately, the current changes in the business environment have already happened …
Diversity Is Not The Point
Diversity is a popular topic. There are dozens, if not hundreds, of articles talking about how important it is to have diversity in your organization. Most if not all of …
Get Out Of Your Way
Like many others this time of year, I attended a high school graduation ceremony. The ceremony had a rocky start. The school didn’t set up enough chairs (despite knowing exactly …
Use Plans to Focus Yourself, Not Test Yourself
Planning out your week can help you navigate life gracefully — but overplanning your day-to-day tasks can make you neurotic and stressed. The best way to reap the benefits of …
Don’t Let Secondhand Stress Affect Your Mood
Our brains are hardwired to pick up on and spread others’ emotions. Whether it’s an angry taxi driver, a harried boss, or a disturbing news report just seeing someone look …
Watch Out For The New “Consultants”
The fastest growing job title in the post-great recession world is consultant. According to Webster’s Dictionary, the definition of a consultant is one who gives expert or professional advice, but …
Think Like an Owner
There is a common misconception that entrepreneurship is limited to business owners. This is mainly because people tend to have a limited perspective in their jobs. This can be because we don’t …
Better Social Media Strategy: Show, Don’t Tell
More and more social media is a visual medium. Facebook has even added features to make status updates more visual. To grab people’s attention here are tips to help you …
Improve Your Productivity
It’s a task staying productive. Distractions abound and there are dozens of ways to get anything done. To help you maintain a productive workplace environment, try these tips to increase your …